KW V1

[Skeee]

So my DRC finally decided to take a dump. Current Setup is DRC with H&R Springs. Looking at KW V1 as an alternative. I know most of you run a V3's but this is for a non daily driven car and most likely a weekend car with no track purpose. Anyone has experience with them on a B7 RS4 platform? I've ran H&R, Stasis, Bilstein and ST, and Konis and KW on my previous cars and by far, I think Konis are the most comfortable setup I've had on my old B6 A4..

[Keithpul]

Look into scale suspension, that's what I have really good customer service, price is very fair and I am very happy with them

[AJacksA4]

I had the STs on my B7 A4 and they rode well but were too bouncy. Especially on a car like the RS4 the KW V1s will probably be a downgrade. Theyre essentially the same as the STs from what I know.

I have the Bilstein PSS9 on my RS and they are amazing. Super smooth and very planted. Ive had many complements from my friends who competitively track their cars about how balanced they feel. Comfy yet handle amazing. I recommend the PSS9s

[seblove]

I've had a ride on v1s in a b5 s4. Rode like absolute shit, only good for going straight imo. I'd highly recommend shelling out for the v3s if you want to maintain the ride quality.

[WinterRunner]

Do you know what revision your DRC was at before it started leaking? I was on rev C with an H&R setup like yourself and daily drove, accruing over 75K miles on DRC+H&R with no signs of failing when I sold.

I loved the DRC setup, worked great!

[993140]

I've had a ride on v1s in a b5 s4. Rode like absolute shit, only good for going straight imo. I'd highly recommend shelling out for the v3s if you want to maintain the ride quality.

I don't know about the V1's but I have the V3's and I feel that set is just perfect for the RS4. Slightly firmer than DRC but perfectly acceptable ride.

[your daddy]

pss9.

[Skeee]

I end up getting a set of V3's. got a killer deal on a brand new set from a good friends at Fifteen52.

[my_RS4]

I end up getting a set of V3's. got a killer deal on a brand new set from a good friends at Fifteen52.

Nice man. Update this thread with your thoughts on them when you get them all dialed in.


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[Peter1.8t]

That’s awesome. You’ll like the v3’s a lot.

[SQ RS4]

Be sure to post up a review or some feedback once you have put some miles on them.

Also, mind sharing what you paid for them? PM is fine too.

[Skeee]

Be sure to post up a review or some feedback once you have put some miles on them.

Also, mind sharing what you paid for them? PM is fine too.

I think the price i paid is for a homie hookup. lets just say, it was too good of a price to pass up. Considered paying for a lower version for a V3 setup..if you know what i mean.

[Skeee]

Be sure to post up a review or some feedback once you have put some miles on them.

Also, mind sharing what you paid for them? PM is fine too.

will do

[RAudi Driver]

Can we ask why you paid? PM if you don't want to put it out there.

[Skeee]

Can we ask why you paid? PM if you don't want to put it out there.

your PM box is full

[RAudi Driver]

I'll empty it. Thanks for letting me know

[Skeee]

My appointment is on the 14th of this month. Ill let you guys know my thoughts on them once its installed.

[Skeee]

UPDATE: Coilovers went in yesterday.. Shop took a little while but they were able to dialed it in to the ride height that I wanted. My first initial impression is the car feels near identical to OEM but more firm and rode quite nice. They have worked with numerous RS before using the same setup and they recommended to adjust the factory settings to +1 on dampening.

[AKArustywheeler]

Look into scale suspension, that's what I have really good customer service, price is very fair and I am very happy with them

What are the spring rates of your scale suspension? Did you do the air cup up front?

Edit - Found it on their site.

Front Spring Rate (kgf/mm) 11kg (Default)
Rear Spring Rate (kgf/mm) 9kg (Default)
Suspension Type Front Double Wishbone
Suspension Type Rear Multilink
Number of Valving Selections 12
Aluminium Type 6061-T6 CNC-Forged
Spring Color (Default) Black Gloss
Powdercoated Body Black Gloss
Anodized Body Black
Adjustable End Links Included No
Body Diameter (mm) M52X1.5
Internal Design Monotube
Shock Oil Type Synthetic Shock Oil
Pressurized Charge High Pressure Nitrogen gas
Welding Required No
Low Version Available? Yes
Extreme Low Available ? No
Rebuildable Yes
Warranty 2 Years

[Skeee]

I'm not sure what is the spring rates on these