V-maxx Coil Overs - Upgrades (non engine related ) - VWDiesel.net The IDI, TDI, and mTDI source.

• V-maxx Coil Overs by AdAm84 on 13 Feb, 2009 16:05
• I just came across these coils in an issue of VW Performance. Has anyone used them or no where to get then state-side? Also, would they work on my 84 that was made in Pennsylvania? Seems like they would be sweet for the money.
  
  http://www.v-maxx.co.uk/viewproduct.asp?id=89&m2=172
• #1 by spencebm on 16 Feb, 2009 10:47
• search the net and you will find them, make sure you get the correct fit for a mk1, should be dandy
• #2 by kaneb on 28 Feb, 2009 10:01
• I have them on my rabbit.  For the money they are good.  It feels like riding a go kart.  It can be a bit rough and bouncy, .  But they seem to be built fairly well.
  
  Kane
• #3 by AdAm84 on 28 Feb, 2009 17:48
• Where are you located? I'm still trying to decide if they are a  worthwile deal. BTW, What year is your rabbit?
• #4 by kaneb on 28 Feb, 2009 18:29
• Im in calgary,Alberta,Canada.  Rabbit is an 83. Bought them through a local shop here great guys. http://www.concept1.ca/SUSPENSIONS/Vmaxx%20Coilovers.htm
  
  I think they are worthwhile they are low and handle well.  I couldn't justify spending more money on a suspension then the car.  Paid 1800 for my rabbit.  Rather be dumping the extra cash on my engine build.
  
  Good luck, any more questions just ask.
  
  Kane
• #5 by AdAm84 on 01 Mar, 2009 10:18
• Sounds like what i'm looking for. I only paid $400 for the car, so i can't begin to justify $1200  for H&R or other big brands. Unfortunatly, they are out of stock from your source. But i'm not in a rush or anything. Thanks for the help.
• #6 by Op-Ivy on 01 Mar, 2009 10:29
• IMO you should spend the extra $50 and get some FK AK's. I've heard they are not as stiff and handle better.
  
  I am going to getting coilovers this spring and I am most likely going to pass on the vmaxx and get some AK's.
  
  http://www.concept1.ca/SUSPENSIONS/FK%20SUSP/H%20FK%20AKCoilovers.htm
• #7 by kaneb on 01 Mar, 2009 11:51
• I don't believe concept1 has them for MK1.
  
  I have FK's in my MK4, they're nice.
  
  Kane
• #8 by spencebm on 01 Mar, 2009 12:22
• I just bought some FK's and they are nice.  I have heard they are better quality.  AMI motorsport sells them for 545 shipped anywhere.
• #9 by Jettagli16v on 05 Mar, 2009 15:36
• I ran VMAXX for the first 6-7 months I had this car, and then switched to BC racing.
  Vmaxx were great when I was still high up (very tippy top of tire behind the fender flare when viewed on the level)
  but then I brought them down to a proper ride height (most of the 195/50/15 in the fender on all corners)
  and the ride certainly got a bit harsh. It was not intolerable, as they dont have much give, but a bit too bouncey for my liking.
  Also, I have a 25mm hollow autotech front sway which helps a lot!
  
  I really feel like these are fine coilovers for the money:
  At a decent height to actually race, they handle better than most other suspensions for $500,
  and if you trade off aesthetics for function, they will go LOW AS BALLS!
  and you wont bounce quite as much as a honda on coilover sleeves.
  
  -Brad