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I'm eager to know, what will the handling feel like after i get the Koni shocks+springs and strut brace installed?

I've had cars chipped in the past and noticed a considerable difference, but never got round to changing suspension...

How much better will it be as compared to stock?

Drove a Clio ...

Ok great!

I've just ordered the Koni SSK144 kit and a Momo strut brace.

I think judging from the replies, Toyos are not the way forward and I'll invest in some Goodyear F1s when ready.

Anyone know anywhere decent i can get the springs+shocks+strut fitted, at a reasonable price? I live in the ...

Sorry, misread your previous reply. I won't include a thicker ARB for now.

I'm currently looking for a quote for eibach springs + koni adj. shocks. I'll let you know what i find, although initial quotes look a lot more than the koni kit.

Can anyone recommend a good upper front strut brace?

Thanks ...

OK, I'll add a (atleast upper front) strut brace to the list!

I considered coil overs, but I'm not looking to spend fantastic amounts on parts. I've read that coilovers are good for extreme lowering of the car, and that handling can be improved significantly with just a good suspension kit.

So far ...

I've found it slightly cheaper on venom motorsport.

Thanks for your input; i'll have a think about whether to go for a mixed set-up or completely Koni. Right now, i'm more for the mixed set-up, but I'll try to do a little more research before I make a firm decision.

I'm eager to know by *how much ...

Thanks for the detailed reply, mk4.

I never considered mixing the two...so in theory, I could have 4 Eibach springs and 4 koni adjustable shocks?

I would've prefered Eibach all round, but seeing as they don't make shocks, Koni shocks will have to do.

I have michelin sx's on there at the moment ...

Thanks redline. So adjustable shocks seem the way to go.

I'm between Eibach springs+shocks and Koni springs+shocks. Which of the kits are better for handling, ignoring cost?

Just looking at a Koni suspension kit with adjustable shocks.

Does anyone know if this is a good kit? Also, what is the advantage of adjustable shocks over non-adjustable? Does a firmer ride mean better handling?

I've seen the kit on venommotorsport for £300 ex. vat.

Thanks MaxZ, I didn't think about that.

So far, I have:

1. Upgraded springs (Eibach) - is 30mm enough? i'm not too interested in looks, just want better handling.
2. Upgraded shocks (Eibach?)
3. Upgraded anti-roll bar if it exists (i found one for Polo 9n,not 6n)
4. New tyres

Any suggestions to ...

Hi all,

Love the forum - a wealth of information I could spend hours going through!

I'm a new member; recently bought a 2001 Polo GTI, 5 door, with 19k on the clock. Fantastic little car. I previously owned a Volvo S40 T4 and then an S60 T5, but in all honest, the Polo is more 'fun' (although ...