KW Variant 1 Coilovers

[Yaz]

I think you might have got it the wrong way round, I meant the RS2 rear springs would be stiffer in theory to handle the extra BHP.

Transpires thats not the case anyway...

Smells a bit funny to me...

Softer springs give more understeer (and more squat, not less), so they've just been safer with the faster car. The ARBs are different on the RS2 but not by much and the stiffer front bar is going to make things worse. So, if you want more understeer then go for the softer rears on the RS2 setup

[Rusty]

If I had the cash, I'd love to get the higher rated coupe setup and swap the springs over, thus allowing me to ditch the big RARB.

[Yaz]

If I had the cash, I'd love to get the higher rated coupe setup and swap the springs over, thus allowing me to ditch the big RARB.

LOL, I know the feeling, just to have an S2 would be nice!

[Error404]

ditch the big RARB.

This is my plan too, but I am DIYing it using Koni adjustables I've already got and taking a stab at spring rates

[Rusty]

RS2 has a different hub and brake setup, hence the different notation. The dampers are considered an upgrade on an Avant and the ARBs are different too.

[Jamo]

RS2 has a different hub and brake setup, hence the different notation. The dampers are considered an upgrade on an Avant and the ARBs are different too.

We know however they are stating the Avant is 100kg heavier than the RS2 at the rear which does not account for the parts mention.

I've just switched between the avant and rs2 set and there is not 100kg difference!

[Rusty]

Yes, as I said above, doesn't smell right to me.

Their load notations seem to actually relate to the spring rates they use as I severely doubt there's a B4 that came off the production line with >950kg front axle weight. Softer springs may be used to give safer handling in this case, perhaps as a counter measure to the ARB differences...

[Error404]

Here are the spring rates for Audi S2 Coupe with M14 strut bolt:


10210013 weight upto 950kg – Front Axle 20-60-80 (20 N/mm) + 60-170 (60 N/mm) / Rear Axle 20-60-80 (20 N/mm) + 60-170 (60 N/mm)

10210014 weight from 951 to 1100kg – Front Axle 20-60-80 (20 N/mm) + 70-170 (70 N/mm) / Rear Axle 20-60-80 (20 N/mm) + 60-170 (60 N/mm)

Hope this helps

Yaz

OK, just to muddy the waters somewhat, I have been looking at some V1s today that have different part numbers and spring rates!

Front struts


with what looks like 90n/mm springs:


Rear struts


with 70n/mm springs


so are these then old specs?
90n/mm seems super stiff for V1s, that like 500lb
Can't find any of the part numbers listed in any of KWs current catalogs etc

[blackS2]

Mine from 04/2012



1100kg Coupe

[SE_30]

I'd just like to say a big thanks to Yaz for doing the business and supplying me with my KW's. Yaz is a top bloke and professional in every aspect. We spoke on numerous occasions during the order, build and shipping of my suspension. I have no problem in recommending Yaz to anyone who may be in the need of a KW kit, and I would certainly deal with him again should the occasion arise. I wish Yaz every success in the future of Darkside Performance.

Cheers Yaz
Stuart

[Yaz]

Hi Stuart, thank you so much for you kind words mate! You were an absolutely pleasure to deal with and as I mentioned before, it's the whole reason why I set up Darkside Peformance in the first place to help like minded enthusiasts. It makes this process worthwhile!

Please keep us updated with your project and let me know what you think of the KW V3's!

Thanks again Stuart and I look forward to hear from you soon.
Yaz

I'd just like to say a big thanks to Yaz for doing the business and supplying me with my KW's. Yaz is a top bloke and professional in every aspect. We spoke on numerous occasions during the order, build and shipping of my suspension. I have no problem in recommending Yaz to anyone who may be in the need of a KW kit, and I would certainly deal with him again should the occasion arise. I wish Yaz every success in the future of Darkside Performance.

Cheers Yaz
Stuart

[Yaz]

Summer time bump!

[Skidplate]

Do you ship to the states? If so is the price the same or is it a bit more?

[Yaz]

Do you ship to the states? If so is the price the same or is it a bit more?

Hi, just replied to your PM, thanks!

[Yaz]

Bumping this peeps as it fell off the page...