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[Bob]

Looks the nuts Rich

[Rich R32]

Hi Rich

your car is very nice.

:top:

Looks the nuts Rich

Thanks guys...much appreciated :top:

[Ar's R32]

Thanks Aaron hope to see ya at Awesome Gti or Harewood? :top:

Yes hoping to make at least one of these!

Edited by Ar's R32, 22 July 2009 - 04:41 PM.

[Rich R32]

Hi folks, I've been looking at this set up for a while now....not that there is anything wrong with my Eibachs? As per usual I get bored easily lol. Also I do have plans to visit Germany and the Nurburgring at some point in the near future? So after hearing some positive things about them, from other members etc....I decided to bite the bullet and go for it even tho' they have shot up in price since Jan (this year) :eek: Luckily, I found these on fleabay and saved quite a few £££'s....

Here's what :santaclaus: delivered.....






Here's the Spec:
Bilstein B16 PSS9 Height & 9-Way Damping Adjustable Coilover Kit.The PSS9 Kit is a ride height adjustable coil-over system with 9 different damping force settings. This Coliover Suspension Kit has created an entirely new level of performance suspension. Based on the monotube inverted technology, the Bilstein B16 PSS9 meets the highest standards. This system features threaded body ride height adjustability, and also allows for adjustable damping in both the compression and rebound cycles. Once fitted to the car these damping settings are easily changed by turning the aluminium adjuster to fine tune for your driving style. The Bilstein B16 PSS9 suspension kit lowers from 30-60mm and is TUV approved.

All being well they should be on the .:R by end of next week? :tee:

Edited by Rich R32, 23 July 2009 - 09:43 PM.

[Ar's R32]

Well played Rich,sounds like you got a good deal.

[Rich R32]

Well played Rich,sounds like you got a good deal.

Thanks Aaron, it was too good to miss... :top:

[pomme]

cool glad you got the psss9 mate ill have to try them out when we meet next

[Rich R32]

cool glad you got the psss9 mate ill have to try them out when we meet next

HaHa Andrew, am sure we can sort somethin' out mate? :top:

[pomme]

cool get your ass down to the rr day then

[Rich R32]

cool get your ass down to the rr day then

Nah...I refuse to clock up the miles LOL I might go to a nearer one to me tho?

[Knobby]

They turned up then.... Looking good

[Rich R32]

They turned up then.... Looking good

Eventually, when they cleared customs yes...lol thanks Dave :top:

[Rich R32]

Hi folks, I decided to upgrade a few extra bits while doing the suspension. I am hoping this should enhance the overall set up....for now and future mods?








The engine mounts were sourced from here Regal Autosport VW Audi Seat and Skoda Performance Tuning. 02380 558636 and the lower brace from here Awesome - Performance Car Parts so a big thanks to you guys for a great service! :top:

[pomme]

Looks great mate. Im going to keep on eye on that lower strut to make sure you keep it that clean lol.

[Rich R32]

Looks great mate. Im going to keep on eye on that lower strut to make sure you keep it that clean lol.

Cheers Andrew....I might keep it wrapped in cotton wool+cling film? lol :top:

[wrk_in_progress]

Looking good Rich. Let's me know how you fair with the mounts as I'm in the early thought process with these. Isn't there normal 3 mounts???

[Rich R32]

Looking good Rich. Let's me know how you fair with the mounts as I'm in the early thought process with these. Isn't there normal 3 mounts???

Thanks Simon, there is a vf dog bone upgrade but I already have the hpa dog bone so I'm keeping that one for now... :top:

[R32TYG]

Liking your new mods loads and loads well done Rich. :top:


Regards

[Rich R32]

Liking your new mods loads and loads well done Rich. :top:


Regards

Thanks Terry you're too kind....:top:

[wrk_in_progress]

Do you mean the dogbone inserts???

I thought they did 3 mounts, hmmmm I'll check later perhaps I've lost it LOL.

[Rich R32]

Do you mean the dogbone inserts???

I thought they did 3 mounts, hmmmm I'll check later perhaps I've lost it LOL.

Simon, the top one Regal Autosport Golf Mk4 which makes 3

Edited by Rich R32, 27 July 2009 - 05:47 PM.

[James (caxton01)]

Cheers Andrew....I might keep it wrapped in cotton wool+cling film? lol :top:

lol


I can just see your car covered in cling-film now


Rich you can drive it as the roads are dry now !, Ha ha ha :ahhhhh:

Happy days mate !

[Rich R32]

lol


I can just see your car covered in cling-film now


Rich you can drive it as the roads are dry now !, Ha ha ha :ahhhhh:

Happy days mate !

Well James, believe it or not? I took the .:R out for a quick spin this morning as it was dry....when all of a sudden dark clouds with potential rain fall appeared....I quickly drove back home and into the batcave! Phew! :lollypop:

[James (caxton01)]

Well James, believe it or not? I took the .:R out for a quick spin this morning as it was dry....when all of a sudden dark clouds with potential rain fall appeared....I quickly drove back home and into the batcave! Phew! :lollypop:

Rich !

What you drove your car ......Becarefull in the batcave :top:

[George]

What made you go for the Bilstein suspension over KW mate? Anyways, looks awesome and I'm sure there is a Bilstein banner on one of the bridges at the Nurburgring, so I'm sure that will bring a smile as you fly under it

[Rich R32]

What made you go for the Bilstein suspension over KW mate? Anyways, looks awesome and I'm sure there is a Bilstein banner on one of the bridges at the Nurburgring, so I'm sure that will bring a smile as you fly under it

Hi George, after speaking to a few owners/OC members who have lived with either KW V3's or Bilstein PSS9's or both on their Mk4's? The only thing which made me choose one over the other was the simple/easy adjustment on the Bilstein's compared to KW's. The price, build quality, performance and handling of each kit were both on par to be fair so I guess it's personal preference.... :top:

[Rich R32]

Hi folks, still no further forward since the last update. Due to my mates garage being very busy ie no ramp space etc - I have not been able to have the Bilstein's + VF engine mounts fitted as yet!:hmpf:

So all this waiting around is not good for a very bored Richard..lol Anyway, here's another VAG inspired mod but I can't decide whether I've done the right thing or not? :dontknow:






Tools required


Results before and after






Incase you guys n gals are wondering....? The Audi Avant rear wiper has been replaced with a Scirocco one which looks similar to the MK5 Polo one but is 'Actually' 100mm (approx) shorter and a bit more chunkier looking...

Here's the spec Audi wiper Vs Scirocco wiper:

Audi blade = 340mm
Audi arm+blade = 440mm

Scirocco blade = 260mm
Scirocco arm+blade = 340mm

It's growing on me but the pics don't do it any justice tbh....

Thanks for reading :tee:

[wrk_in_progress]

I'm liking Rich :top: Hurry your mate up as I really wanna know how you get on with the mounts

What you doing with your old suspension btw. I'm guessing already sold???

Also those lights are still looking Ace :five:

[Rich R32]

I'm liking Rich :top: Hurry your mate up as I really wanna know how you get on with the mounts

What you doing with your old suspension btw. I'm guessing already sold???

Also those lights are still looking Ace :five:

Thanks Simon, I shall keep you posted when it's done matey :top:

Yes, the eibach collies are provisionally sold

[Toffs]

:eek: Shock horror !! There's a green rag on the right with your car cleaning stuff thats Clearly not in the right place compared with the older pic !!! Whats going on :s


Wiper? Hmm, Luv the idea... think perhaps its a little like the MK5 polo one from the pics... and I luv'd the Audi Avant one because it was different. Have to see it in the flesh