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Offline Wragg

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H&R -30mm lowering springs
« on: November 07, 2013, 02:12:24 pm »
Is any one out there running the H&R 30mm lowering springs.. I need to replace a standard spring that has failed.. so might as well replace all 4 for something a bit lower as the mk5 Gti seems quite high..

The road quality in my area is awful so coilovers are not an option.. I want a slightly lower ride while still maintaing an OEM comfort and original dampers..

Options seem to be
H&R 30mm
Eibach 20/30mm
Ap 20mm

Just wondering what experiences people have had with either product, not sure I like the sound of eibachs different heights from front to back, but can be persuaded if they are the ones to have

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Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2013, 05:55:09 pm »
Have had Eibach on my Octavia, very nice product, feels sportier, handles better, looks a a little lower, just a little stiffer, say maybe 15-20% more than stock, just dont expect a big drop and you wont be dissappointed

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Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2013, 03:37:02 pm »
Had H&R springs fitted yesterday after the guys at power valve recommended them. Very pleased with the look and ride.
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,30806.msg792572.html#msg792572

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Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2013, 03:48:02 pm »
H&R products are excellent.

The 30mm lowering spring imo are spot on. They give a noticeable drop without destroying the ride quality  :happy2:

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Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
« Reply #4 on: November 08, 2013, 03:49:17 pm »
My car came with H&R's, as the shocks were fecked I put an AP kit on (big mistake as they are pants), then bought a B12 Sportline kit which I should have just got in the first place.

I prefer the Eibachs to the H&R's personally, but both are highly regarded.
Used to have Edition 30 - number 009 and a GT TDI 140.
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Re: H&R -30mm lowering springs
« Reply #5 on: November 08, 2013, 07:04:36 pm »
Cheers guys your opinions and advice are very much appreciated
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