With winter weather finally arriving in Kansas City, my skid plate has finally come into play--twice. 1) Last night, there was a fairly big chunk of ice in the middle of my lane. Like something that fell out of an SUV's wheel well. Looked to be small enough to clear the bumper cover, though, so I stayed on course. KRUNK! Squished by the skid plate. 2) This morning on the way to work, there was a mound of snow/ice buildup on the corner of the road leading to the parking garage. Didn't even see it, but I sure heard it when the skid plate plowed over it.
TC's appear to have good rebound control, making them suitable for a conversative lowering spring. They appear to ride a bit more firm than stock, all in all a nice upgrade.
i just put the sports on my car not too long ago and i LOVE the ride....just had to say it.....
I started from stock Cabbie and put immediatelly anti-sport modification: Bilstein Comfort shock absorbers. It is way smooth. It feels like Caddilac.
The second has Bilstein HD inserts with stock Rabbit GTI springs up front with KYB rear shocks and stock springs. I like it the best for everyday driving and it handles very nice. IMO there is no substitute for Bilstein.
Initial impressions with the Bilstein HD’s are positive. I have exactly what I was looking for, and was not led astray by other comments on the Vortex. Many comment on the Bilstein’s as being too stiff, even with stock springs. Understanding that most people want a factory ride with improved handling, I figured this would be perfect. The shocks do definitely transmit more of every little bit of road, but they also do an excellent job at soaking up bumps and dips, keeping the car under control. The car is definitely not quite as comfortable on the freeway, especially with 17” wheels, however the ride is not unbearable.
If you're going with coilovers pick something with adjustable shocks like Koni or Bilstein.
I am running the shorter Bilstein TC Sport shocks/struts with Neuspeed Sport springs (1.5" drop) and really like them a lot!
I've been running 17x8 superleggeras with VR6 front springs stock TDI Jetta rear springs with rubber spacers, bils TCs regular version, home made rear bar. Let me tell you this is a 100% perfect setup. All my hates are gone and this car is as as good as my previous Acura and much smoother than my LS1 Camaro.
I use Bilstein sports (rabbit) in the rear and Bilstein sports for a 4k Quattro in the front.
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