I think that when you order these kits you can get different ride height
spring options.

Rich Blake

-----Original Message-----
From: Patrick Austin <[email protected]>
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Date: Wednesday, August 15, 2001 8:46 PM
Subject: Weitec GT kit installed...


> Well, I got my car back today, after talking the dealership down about
>$400.  The Weitec GT kit I had installed is quite nice.  It's definately a
>tad lower than the H&R's on my old GTI were...a bit low for my taste.  The
>wheels (195/55/14) are right in line with the fenders.  There's no gap, but
>they aren't tucked inside.  Control arms are a little past parallel to the
>ground, but they're pretty close.
> Handling is quite good.  Honestly, it's on par with the H&R/bilstein HD
>setup that I used to have.  It's not quite as predictable feeling as the
>SRS springs/bilstein shocks on the jetta, but no worse than the H&R's.  The
>shocks and springs seem very well matched.  It's not harsh, but it is very
>well controlled over super uneven pavement.  Definately much better than
>boges could offer.
> For the money, it's a great kit.  I personally don't care for the lowering
>side of things, but it's PERFECT for someone that wants a decent ride,
>lowered car and low price (around $500).  I'd say it's a serious H&R
>competator at a lower price.  I still like the shine springs better,
though.
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