Hello everyone, I have noticed that there are a lot of threads out there on suspension, different setups, etc. I currently have my A3 sitting on the H&R Cupkit Sport, awesome kit for the price, however I would like the availability to adjust my suspension for track, daily driving, etc. I decided we need a thread that will discuss all the available adjustable coilover setups out there. So feel free to post a review, your setup, other kits out there that have not been discussed already in this thread, etc. If you think you have the best or worst setup, please explain why instead of just saying for example... "H&R FTW!"
Ok, so here are some adjustable coil over kits that I found, with a brief description of the materials used to construct them, etc. I will add reviews in a little bit.
FK Silverline X Coilover System (found this kit on ECS for $999.95+ Shipping)
Link: http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...y=Coil%20Overs
Description:
FK Silverline Plus X Coilover systems feature a corrosion resistant stainless steel bodies especially desireable for cars in salty or wet conditions. These FK Silverline Coilover systems are height adjustable from 35-65mm's. This FK Silverline Plus X coilover system for your Mk5 Golf/Jetta also feature Koni Adjustable shocks. These Koni shocks give a firm & sporty ride with outstanding performance capabilities. Lifetime warranty to original purchaser. Designed & manufactures in Germany.
FK Konigsport Coilover Set-Adjustable (found this kit on ECS for $1199.95+Shipping)
Link: http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...y=Coil%20Overs
Description:
FK Konigsport Coilovers for the Mk5 chassis Golf & Jetta feature a Cadmium plated housing with Koni-adjustable shocks. Adjustable dampeners allows for fine tuning of handling characteristics & altering ride quality. Full lifetime warranty to original purchaser. FK Konigsport Coilovers are manufacture & assembled in Germany. This kit lowers your car at least 35-65mm (1.3"-2.5").
Bilstein B16 PSS10 Coilover System (found this kit on ECS for $1529.95+Shipping)
Link: http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...y=Coil%20Overs
Description:
With the BILSTEIN B16 /PSS10 suspension kit BILSTEIN engineers have created an entirely new level of performance. Based on the mono-tube/inverted technology, the BILSTEIN B16 PSS9/PSS10 meets the highest standards.
This system features threaded body ride height adjustability. Additionally, this system allows for variable damping rate adjustment. 10 characteristic curves, determined in road tests, precisely define the shock absorber’s damping power in both rebound and compression cycles. Once installed, these settings are easily changed by turning the aluminum adjuster, providing perfect handling performance for every situation.
Product advantages at a glance:
• Mono-tube/inverted technology
• Developed in road trials
• Lowers the vehicle 30mm
• Threaded body allows additional 20mm of adjustment
• Height can be adjusted with system installed
• 9/10-stage rebound/compression damping rate adjustment
• TÜV-certificate
Bilstein PSS9 Coilover System (found at vividracing.com for $1730.39+Shipping)
Link:http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/b...4-p-52659.html
Description:
Bilstein Coil-Overs provide you with an exceptional blend of ride and handling with the added feature of height and dampening adjustability. With coil overs from Bilstein you get shocks and springs that are engineered together. The result is incredible handling with ride that is tuned for the street. Forget the notion that coil overs are only to be used in racing - they are now the perfect package for your streetcar. Bilstein coil overs have ride-height adjustments and 9-way adjustable shock dampening. To insure maximum performance, these systems utilize Bilstein's superior monotube gas shocks, featuring:
• Largest available piston diameter for greater sensitivity and precise control.
• Patented digressive piston head design and deflective valving instantly reacts to changing road conditions.
• Monotube design dissipates heat more effectively than a twin tube shock for cooler, more efficient operation and longer life.
• Lighter weight reduces wear and tear on suspension components.
Performance Suspension System with 9 Damping adjustments, is the "race inspired" fully adjustable ride height system featuring mono-tube gas shock absorbers with nine precise damping adjustments. The system includes adjustable mono-tube gas shock absorbers with nine precise compression and rebound settings from comfort to competition, front and rear application specific, progressive rate springs allow accurate adjustment of vehicle ride height and center of gravity for the level of performance you seek.
Vogtland Adjustable Coilevers (found these on Vogtlands site: www.vogtlandsuspension.com for $1232.49+Shipping)
Description:
Vogtland Sport Adjustable height Coil-Over Suspension manufactured in Hagen-Hohenlimburg, Germany facility using the finest hightest quality components. Coil-overs take advantage of Vogtlands sport spring technology using WS (process for manufacturing corrosion resistant steel). grade alloys with heavy duty twin tube dampers.This performance enhancement, enables the motorsport enthusiast to change the height of the vehicle as desired. The TUV research development certified tested adjustment range is generally between 1-3 inch | 25-80 adjustment range mm lower than the original ride height. .Once profesional tuning, installation procedure is complete you can adjust the vehicle height to your desired height. Note you should record the new height and compare it to the original height to ensure proper lowering.
Included in the adjustable suspension kit are high quality low pressure gas twin tube dampers. These dampers are designed with a shorter body allowing the individual to lower the vehicle without reducing the normal suspension travel.
D2 Coilovers (found these on a couple sites, also seen on ebay, prices varied from $1097.95-$1425.00)
Description:
The D2 Racing Sports (RS) coilover system gives car enthusiasts the ability to fully customize their suspension system. These coilover systems come with a fully adjustable 36-way monotube dampening system and custom spring rates ranging from 3 to 22 kg/mm. Ride height adjustments can be made easily with the incorporated Teflon coated spring perch and allows for vehicle drop of up to 120mm on most applications. In addition, D2 Racing Sports coilover systems also allow users to make camber adjustments with the included 6061 powder coated aluminum camber plates and upper pillow ball mounts.
All D2 Racing Sports coilover systems are CNC machined to meet high quality standards and are fully rebuildable and serviceable in the United States. With the D2 Racing Sports Coilovers, all suspension components are included in the coilover kit. Suspension components don’t have to be purchased separately, eliminating compatibility issues between spring and shock. Every D2 Racing Sports coilover system comes with a limited 1 year warranty.
Features:
- 36-Way adjustable rebound and dampening
- Monotube high pressure design for fade free performance
- Custom spring rates from 3 to 22 kg/mm
- Teflon coated spring perch
- Vehicle drops of up to 120mm, 90-100mm on some applications
- 6061 powder coated aluminum camber plates and upper pillow ball mounts
- Includes keys for ride height adjustment
- CNC machined
- Fully rebuildable and serviceable in the United States
- 1 year limited warranty
JIC Cross Competition Coilovers (found at Vividracing.com for $2373.99+Shipping)
Link: http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/j...8-p-48242.html
Description:
CROSS Competition coilover systems for the High Performance Audi. The Competition Series is our top of the line coilover system. It features a lightweight design with a 15 way dampening adjustable monotube damper. With its high strength and durability, the Competition Series insures that it will last through any type of driving condition. The front damper features a 40 mm piston and the rear has either a 40 or 45mm piston depending on application. The ride height adjustability is independent from the spring perch so adjusting ride height does not compromise the spring rate or rebound and compression of the damper. All coilover systems come with a cool bend linear spring that offer last precision steering and handling. Spring rates are also custom tailored to each system and driver's preference. All Competition Series coilovers include front camber adjustable pillow ball upper mounts and most rear includes pillow ball mounts depending on application. Larger luxury vehicles have a softer damper for a sporty luxury feel and also allowing a lower ride height. Based off of racing technology, the Competition Series Coilover is a street performance suspension, customizable for full track use.
PILLOW BALL UPPER MOUNTS: Included for some vehicles for the front and some for rear application. Adjustable camber plate also included for most vehicle front applications with Macpherson Strut suspension systems. Some applications may come with a rubber bushing uppermount.
COOL BEND LINEAR SPRING: Linear rate spring manufactured using chrome silicon metal alloy with a cool bend process to prevent sag or loss of spring rate. Each kit comes with various spring rates that are available for more of a custom set up.
HIGH STRENGTH INVERTED MONTOTUBE: This unique design features a 40mm piston with a one of a kind bumpstop design incased inside th damper. The walls of the shock casing is lined with crase so that the absorber body can easily move along inside the shock casing body. There are also two thrust bearings to protect the absorber body.
HELPER SPRING: Select CROSS coilovers come with helper springs to aid in streetability of the coilovers. Also allows for a wider range of higher spring rates and for a smoother ride.
ADJUSTABLE DAMPENING: Available for all applications with 15 ways adjustability. With this feature, you are able to tune your suspension dampening up to your spec.
DURABLE MONOTUBE DESIGN: High pressure nitrogen gas filled monotube design with special stable viscosity index oil that will not be affected by wide temperature changes. Therefore, heat does not affect the performance capabilities. 40mm and 45mm pistons are used on certain applications.
ADJUSTABLE LOWER BRACKET: More durable than factory brackets with adjustable ride height ranging from 0.5" to 2.5" drop without sacrificing the suspension travel. Made of either high grade steel or high strength aluminum.
Spring Rates:
Front: 9kg
Rear: 6kg
H&R Coil Over Suspension Kit (FWD Only)(found at www.namotorsports.net for $1189.99+Shipping)
Link: http://www.namotorsports.net/detail....t_cd/HR29509-2
Description:
H&R Coil Over Suspension come directly from the track where racers wanted racing parts on their street cars. These precisely matched components are designed for the street. H&R threaded body coil overs have an impressive street personality and can be used at weekend club track events. They are tuned for the un-compromised handling you demand, but without the harshness youÆd expect from a less advanced suspension system.
THESE COILOVERS FIT:
8P Audi A3 2.0T FSI (FWD Only) w/55mm front strut clamp
Lowers:
Front 1.2-2.3 inches / Rear 1.0-2.0 inches.
STaSIS Streetsport Suspension Coilover setup(found this kit at ACHTUNING for $1245.00+Shipping)
Link: http://shop.achtuning.com/index.asp?...OD&ProdID=1300
Description:
STaSIS Street Sport suspension kits are designed specifically for each Audi model and configuration. The ride will feel similar to the factory Audi suspension but with more control. In addition to the comfortable ride the Stasis Streetsport coilover kit will stiffen the suspension just enough to improve the steering response and minimize body roll. The spring rate is chosen for your vehicle and driving use. The dampers are valved to match the spring rate. This allows STaSIS to provide the quickest reacting suspension available without the harshness often experienced in mismatched systems. The STaSIS Street Sport suspension kit includes the following components:
• 4 KONI Cadmium Plated Adjustable Dampers
• 4 KONI Progressive Rate Springs
• UHMW Spring Perch Bearings
Many spring and shock combinations lower the car more than most drivers want. Spring and shock combinations are rarely designed to work in concert with the rest of the suspension and thus make for poor handling and ride quality. The STaSIS Street Sport Coilovers give you the ability to choose where you want the ride height to be while giving you the damping control you need.
KONI dampers are used in the STaSIS Street Sport line. These are twin-tube dampers featuring KONI's Sport valving. Additional features include a corrosion resistant cadmium plated damper body (when threaded), damping adjustability and height adjustability. Rebound is adjustable while the damper is off of the car. STaSIS sets the rebound for these dampers based on countless hours of testing. Most customers find that changing the settings after installation isn't necessary. The UHMW perch bearing makes for easy adjustments by decreasing the friction between the perch and spring.
Rear dampers feature the same performance as the front dampers.
K Sport GT Pro Damper System Coilovers (found this kit at www.horsepowerfreaks.com for $1696.70+Shipping)
Link: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part...r_System/14592
Description:
Ksport GT Pro Damper System provides the ultimate in suspension technology featuring its inverted monotube design, 36 levels of adjustable dampening, adjustable spring perch, adjustable body and pillow-ball mounts. With the gas/oil chamber farther away from the knuckle and braking system reducing heat transfer. This design also reduces under-sprung weight, which improves handling and responsiveness.
36 levels of dampening adjustment allow you to fine tune the ride to your handling and comfort needs. The dampening adjusts compression and rebound simultaneously for ease of adjustment. Pillow ball top mounts in the front and rear on some applications allow you to maintain vehicle manufacturer suspension geometry design. The pillow ball top mounts also allow you a more direct feel for solid driver response. Camber adjustability is included on pillow ball top mounts that allow it for the ability to adjust camber from the actual coilover, instead of a separate camber kit.
Most applications utilize an adjustable lower mount, which means you adjust height without losing suspension travel like some other coilover designs do. With the mounts and most pieces of the coilover being designed for 6061 billet aluminum the kit is lightweight, durable, and rust resistant. The steel shock body is electroplated with zinc to resist rust and the elements. The valving of each set is matched to the springs installed for unmatched ride quality and reliability.
The Ksport system uses a Monotube design in which the oil and gas are separated within the cylinder. When compared to twin tube designs the Monotube dissipates heat better, allows finer dampening adjustments, and requires more expensive design process. Aeration and cavatation are a lot less common in a Monotube design, which results in a better ride.
Key Features:
Inverted steel shock absorber for durability
Lower center of gravity and higher chassis rigidity
Designed to reduce friction for cooler shock oil temperature
Inverted design like vehicles in WRC and all JGTC cars
36-way adjustable dampening
Made from high quality 6061 Aluminum with T6 for increased hardness
Compression/Rebound adjustable
Adjustable spring perch for height adjustment, Adjustable body allowing maximum suspension travel
Pillow Ball Top Mount w/ adjustable camber (not available for some models)
Monotube High Pressure Design reduces oil leakage
Electroplated body for protection from corrosion and rust
One Year Limited Warranty
K Sport Kontrol Pro Coilovers(found this kit at www.horsepowerfreaks.com for $1110.90+Shipping)
Link: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part...trol_Pro/11526
Description:
Ksport Kontrol Pro Fully Adjustable Coilover Kits provide the ultimate in suspension technology featuring its 36-way adjustable dampening, adjustable spring perch, adjustable body and pillow-ball mounts. The Ksport Kontrol Pro Coilover kit has been designed with professional road racing in mind offering extremely high value and performance.
Key Features:
* 36-way adjustable dampening
* Made from high quality 6061 Aluminum with T6 for increased hardness
* Compression/Rebound adjustable
* Adjustable spring perch for height adjustment
* Adjustable body allowing maximum suspension travel
* Pillow Ball Top Mount w/ adjustable camber (not available for some models)
* Monotube High Pressure Design reduces oil leakage
* Electroplated body for protection from corrosion and rust
* One Year Limited Warranty
K Sport Rally Spec AR Coilovers (found this kit at www.horsepowerfreaks.com for $1590.50+Shipping)
Link: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part..._Spec_AR/14628
Description:
Ksport Rally AR Spec Damper System is designed specifically for asphalt rally competition. It features extended stroke, heavy-duty internals, and simultaneous compression and rebound adjustment.
36 levels of dampening adjustment allow you to fine tune the ride to your handling and comfort needs. The dampening adjusts compression and rebound simultaneously for ease of adjustment. Pillow ball top mounts in the front and rear on some applications allow you to maintain vehicle manufacturer suspension geometry design. The pillow ball top mounts also allow you a more direct feel for solid driver response. Camber adjustability is included on pillow ball top mounts that allow it for the ability to adjust camber from the actual coilover, instead of a separate camber kit.
Most applications utilize an adjustable lower mount, which means you adjust height without losing suspension travel like some other coilover designs do. With the mounts and most pieces of the coilover being designed for 6061 billet aluminum the kit is lightweight, durable, and rust resistant. The steel shock body is electroplated with zinc to resist rust and the elements. The valving of each set is matched to the springs installed for unmatched ride quality and reliability.
The Ksport system uses a Monotube design in which the oil and gas are separated within the cylinder. When compared to twin tube designs the Monotube dissipates heat better, allows finer dampening adjustments, and requires more expensive design process. Aeration and cavatation are a lot less common in a Monotube design, which results in a better ride.
K Sport Version RR Damper System Coilovers (found this kit at www.horsepowerfreaks.com for $1603.95+Shipping)
Link: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/part...r_System/14619
Description:
Ksport Version RR Damper System is built specifically for road racing only. Aggressive rates and valving are chosen for maximum handling and performance with acute reaction and responsiveness. Integrated with 36 levels of dampening adjustment, simultaneous compression and rebound adjustment, lightweight aluminum mounts, and pillow ball upper mounts on some applications. (Race use only.)
36 levels of dampening adjustment allow you to fine tune the ride to your handling and comfort needs. The dampening adjusts compression and rebound simultaneously for ease of adjustment. Pillow ball top mounts in the front and rear on some applications allow you to maintain vehicle manufacturer suspension geometry design. The pillow ball top mounts also allow you a more direct feel for solid driver response. Camber adjustability is included on pillow ball top mounts that allow it for the ability to adjust camber from the actual coilover, instead of a separate camber kit.
Most applications utilize an adjustable lower mount, which means you adjust height without losing suspension travel like some other coilover designs do. With the mounts and most pieces of the coilover being designed for 6061 billet aluminum the kit is lightweight, durable, and rust resistant. The steel shock body is electroplated with zinc to resist rust and the elements. The valving of each set is matched to the springs installed for unmatched ride quality and reliability.
The Ksport system uses a Monotube design in which the oil and gas are separated within the cylinder. When compared to twin tube designs the Monotube dissipates heat better, allows finer dampening adjustments, and requires more expensive design process. Aeration and cavatation are a lot less common in a Monotube design, which results in a better ride.
FEATURES:
Aggressive valving and spring rates
Reinforced internals
Race applications only
36-way adjustable dampening
Made from high quality 6061 Aluminum with T6 for increased hardness
Compression/Rebound adjustable
Adjustable spring perch for height adjustment
Adjustable body allowing maximum suspension travel
Pillow ball top mount w/ adjustable camber (not available for some models)
Monotube High Pressure Design reduces oil leakage
Electroplated body for protection from corrosion and rust
One year limited warranty
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