Ultimate Street suspension guide

[ccreddell]

So I got the suspension system installed. But I can’t get the front down far enough. My question is: can I use the 10” 125 lbs spring in place of the 12”?

[ccreddell]

How much pre-load should the front struts have? Or, does anyone have a length I should pre compress my springs to? I'm ready to install, and I'd like to get it close.

[ccreddell]

I am aware of those-and I want them-but the price is about double what the regular strut/rear KYBs + parts would be.

[Nerddage]

I personally do not know. But as an fyi thefestivastore is probably releasing a full coilover kit sometime this year, if i didnt just replace all my suspension I would probably go that route.

[Nerddage]

I personally do not know. But as an fyi thefestivastore is probably releasing a full coilover kit sometime this year, if i didnt just replace all my suspension I would probably go that route.

[ccreddell]

I just stumbled across this on Ebay. Good idea? Dont have to throw away the back ones.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/294591587575?fits=Model%3AGolf%7CMake%3AVolkswagen&itmmeta=01J4W0K628V7Z2HEZ25GETAAGX&hash=item449706e4f7:g:v6UAAOSwyNJkE4Lf&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA0LHlH3%2Fi4lVvxA8mr7i4%2FgHL6TR%2B%2BZn0HGG3btg%2FI0oPcthArrLUFWJvMtbto1RxYdExKxWvuRgmWgLFu7lAnTB12KS4CcQLtT0zmuhEj7SMKOAT8w2%2FLJ0Ihn65y7WN8ce7AJnP45BSm1Xe7bb4aGunS7J45PeglIhlE%2FB1FylsPTBtFNucPNcKVA0U2gPaT4NfzAYVei%2F%2BwSQPuy5%2Bz0msEmxaPAw%2BHAqvtjZZaA6cGEftHALp1rvKx%2FedG85Av5oM83AMhVmtoiLzpJeeycI%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR7rhzICnZA

[theastronaut]

The standard MK2/3 front and KYB w/sleeve rear is still a great setup, I still have the original setup I built when this was first posted and have done tons of autocross events and a couple of track events, plus around 80k street miles on them. I used basic Raceland front housings. You can rebuild Raceland housings with KYB inserts, I'd have to look up the part number again but it's posted in the original Advanced thread.

[ccreddell]

Yeah, I gathered that Will and Charlie are the ones to talk to. Ive left 4-5 messages for Will in a few different places, with no reply. And Im not sure how to get a hold of Charlie. I did leave a message on his Instagram, but havent heard back.

[WTFestiva]

Hey, Ive been watching these posts for a few years now, and finally found a Festiva for my own. I was wondering if I could pick your brains for a few minutes about all the options for suspension out there now. Will over at the Festiva store is touting the Rev9 set-up (which is unavailable ATM) And there's a Godspeed set that does the same thing (separately adjustable spring and height, with multiple damping adjustments). Is there any advantage to this. Or am I good with the $200. plain Jane Mk 2 kit and KYBs? Thanks in advance,

Corey

Will and Charlie are the dudes to talk to. Usually active on facebook. I can say going from these thread that the KYBs are decent and have held up during our escapades with Rally though.

[ccreddell]

Hey, Ive been watching these posts for a few years now, and finally found a Festiva for my own. I was wondering if I could pick your brains for a few minutes about all the options for suspension out there now. Will over at the Festiva store is touting the Rev9 set-up (which is unavailable ATM) And there's a Godspeed set that does the same thing (separately adjustable spring and height, with multiple damping adjustments). Is there any advantage to this. Or am I good with the $200. plain Jane Mk 2 kit and KYBs? Thanks in advance,

Corey

[bravekozak]

I received my springs from Southwest Speed but haven't replaced them yet.
Maybe tomorrow?
When I am finished, I will end up with an extra set of springs.

[Toast]

Does anyone know what front coilovers would be good to get this low? I got everything in this thread and completed the build of fronts and rear. Rears are spot on, drives nice etc.
The fronts however, I can’t get this low. The shocks bottom out before it gets anywhere near close enough. It’s currently on cut springs but doesn’t ride the nicest!

[bravekozak]

The price has incresed a lot for some strange reason. The springs now cost $50 each at Southwest. I am going to take a long shower after placing my order. I feel violated.

[w4rkry]

Are they rear coilovers adjustable?

Yes, the sleeves make them height adjustable

[Zboost05]

Are they rear coilovers adjustable?