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Hey local boy.
I don't think its a matter of how big a drop, as with the 1.4's, standard suspensions varied as to where they sat from the many I've seen.
To be perfectly happy with a drop, get an adjustable susp. Most after sales suspensions were designed for the GTI's, so with less weight up front, it's not gona b perfect. I think with some adjustables, you can change damper settings too, which would mean just tinkering with heights and stiffness until happy.
That way, it gives you the option of height alround, so you can adjust until you're happy, rather than taking a gamble. That's what I'd do if I still had my 1.4, or even with my current car.
I don't think its a matter of how big a drop, as with the 1.4's, standard suspensions varied as to where they sat from the many I've seen.
To be perfectly happy with a drop, get an adjustable susp. Most after sales suspensions were designed for the GTI's, so with less weight up front, it's not gona b perfect. I think with some adjustables, you can change damper settings too, which would mean just tinkering with heights and stiffness until happy.
That way, it gives you the option of height alround, so you can adjust until you're happy, rather than taking a gamble. That's what I'd do if I still had my 1.4, or even with my current car.
I was writing my last post as you replied, so that's adjustable susp out the question lol
Had springs on mine, they're rubbish. Don't really sit properly at the front, very stiff, then after a year, you've definitely noticed the dampers have died.
hey mate,
aint heard from you in ages, u always give great advice though lol thanks. to be honest ima go for cheap and cheerful ...seem some in ebay for about £150-190 gonna give them a try "evo racing" doubt its a good name lol.
heres the ad:
Special Combo Offer
Set of 4 racing struts/shocks and lowering springs by evo racing.
Instock
Fits SEAT IBIZA 6K 94-99
EVO Racing announces the brand new sport Shock Absorber specially designed for lowered cars . Made of high-grade metals, the shocks boast a brand new dual density mechanism that guarantees a smooth ride. These shocks have set a new standard that will enhance the ride of any car that has been upgraded to a racing suspension.
They come with a 2 years warranty,
Match with Evo Racing lowering springs for a great performance combination. These Evo Racing lowering springs are precision engineered to be the ultimate in suspension performance. They provide race car looks with terrific handling, response, control and balance. They are true performance lowerings springs, not just a shorter stock spring. They are designed the way that performance springs should be with the correct spring rate and ride height for each specific application. These springs are made of top-quality material and are designed for use with our sport shock absorbers. The springs carry an ISO 9001 standardization and are TUV approved.
40 or 60 mm front drop
the rear is adjustable, so you can self change your look from 30 til 60 mm rear drop
Check out the specs on these sport shocks; they are far superior to more expensive shocks like Tokico and KYB.
GAS FILLED Shocks with 30mm INTERNAL CYLINDER; MORE ROOM, LESS HEAT.
SPECIALIZED FOR CUSTOMIZED LOWERED CARS.
HIGH TECHNOLOGY COMPOUNDS, EXTERNAL RIGID SURFACE. HIGH QUALITY TESTED and FINE TUNED
what you think? ahh **** im late for work ...be back at 10.30ish ...lol i shoulda been at work at 5 ...times like this i wish i had a GTi
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They look like the FK budget springs and shocks that I have. I have the 60mm all round kit and while its uber low, I like it! 
PhilJ on www.clubpolo.co.uk does them cheaper.
PhilJ on www.clubpolo.co.uk does them cheaper.
itll scrape on full lock pretty much guaranteed, and youd probably have to 'alter' your wheel arch linings and what not to make them not rub
to be honest i need to know if it will rub if ill go over humps or if my car is full ...with 60/60 or 40/60 ...what do u think should i risk it? ive got a choice of
(with 15s and 195/50/15) 40/60 or 60/60
bezza its goin to scrape 60mm on 17"s trust! Mine was that low. I can show you the rub marks and the mangled arches!
boi if I would you play it on the safe side with a 40mm drop with uprated suspension and lowering springs, similar to the kit you are looking at!
boi if I would you play it on the safe side with a 40mm drop with uprated suspension and lowering springs, similar to the kit you are looking at!
Mckellar
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and yes, you will possibly get a bit of rubbing at -60mm and a full car.
mines is down about 65 and 70 front and its...annoying now.
i can get over bumps, but not if i have people inthe back, no chance lol.
40mil is probs safest for spring kit. 60mil with a decent kit or coilovers for anything lower.
dont be fooled tho, coilovers get softer the lower they are wound down!
mines is down about 65 and 70 front and its...annoying now.
i can get over bumps, but not if i have people inthe back, no chance lol.
40mil is probs safest for spring kit. 60mil with a decent kit or coilovers for anything lower.
dont be fooled tho, coilovers get softer the lower they are wound down!
did you go for the coilovers? or shocks?
...also (off the point) blanking out the front number plate like urs looks well nice, just a quetion ..did they do a whole new fibreglass bumper for it? or add sumething to the plastic?
Um i bought the car like it i think its just springs! not even shocks and i have had it for 3 years and no problems! would deff get coilovers if i was to do it though well worth saving. The bumper isnt done yet as i photoshoped it, but i am looking to see where i can get it done! ill let you know when i find out.
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