All Things Mk5 > Performance Modifications
Best suspension set up.. opinions
blingsta:
--- Quote from: Pudding on September 20, 2022, 04:01:34 pm ---B6s are pretty expensive, and then there's Rabbit hole of MK6 vs MK5 B6s to go down as well, which is why I just got MK5 GTI spec B4s for an easier life :grin:
B4s are pretty good as an OEM like-for-like replacement, but I don't think they like stiff springs or uprated ARBs though. Bilstein say the B4 can be used with mild lowering springs, but just depends how much stiffer/lower they are compared to stock.
B4s + Stock springs + stock ARBs = No problem. Works as expected.
B4s + H&R or Eibach springs + Stock ARBs = No guarantees, but a lot of folk get on with that setup.
B4s + H&R or Eibach springs + H&R or Eibach ARBs = Horrible. You definitely need B6 or B8 for that combination.
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wow.. a very good bit of info there pudding :happy2:..
so i now need to find out if my car has got upgraded ARB's :signLOL: what makes it horrible?
probedb:
Not super experienced in the combos but I can't say I've any complaints with the B4 + Eibach + whiteline ARBs. Certainly a lot better than a stock setup on 180k miles :grin:
blingsta:
Thanks chaps.. I will report back with my feedback once purchased and fitted :happy2:
breeze:
--- Quote from: Pudding on September 20, 2022, 11:18:33 am ---
--- Quote from: LC5F on September 17, 2022, 02:54:07 pm ---Bilstein are great manufacturer, B4 are ok, reported to be slightly firmer than standard - but if your looking for a bit more control B6 are where it starts to get interesting.
Personally I have AP coil-overs I have been happy with for 2 years - or they also do matched shocks and sports springs for a bit less money, IIRC @Pudding spoke favourably about, but has returned to more standard shocks since then, suspect it was the commute he does.
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That was the ST suspension kit mate. It was actually pretty good for the money but some folk would find it a bit too rough and tumble.
I went with H&R non-GTI springs and B4s about 6 months or so ago as I wanted a bit more compliance and travel. Seems to do the job but kind of regret not getting the B6 dampers though :grin:
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I thought you had Ohlins. Too stiff for road use?
I really liked the idea of their Road and Track kit when it was released. Top end damping for a road car but I can imagine them being stiff.
blingsta:
Guys... would it even be worth considering a 2yr old 2nd hand B12 kit for £300?
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