Suspension upgrade questions

[Fatbloke]

Hi All

I have been looking at lowering my 2016 A3 8vf tdi quattro for a while but couldn't seem to get the right kit.

I now think a B12 kit would fit but I am not sure whether to go for the pro kit or sportline kit. Ideally I would like to lower the car (already factory sports springs) by an additional 25mm - 30mm. Thoughts??

The other thing I wondered about was if I lower it will there be any issues with getting the geometry in spec? Some cars are ok but some are not. Is there plenty adjustment on the A3?

What else should I change? Top strut mounts and bearings I will probably do anyway but are standard ones ok? Anything else required?

 

[VWNCC]

Hi All

I have been looking at lowering my 2016 A3 8vf tdi quattro for a while but couldn't seem to get the right kit.

I now think a B12 kit would fit but I am not sure whether to go for the pro kit or sportline kit. Ideally I would like to lower the car (already factory sports springs) by an additional 25mm - 30mm. Thoughts??

The other thing I wondered about was if I lower it will there be any issues with getting the geometry in spec? Some cars are ok but some are not. Is there plenty adjustment on the A3?

What else should I change? Top strut mounts and bearings I will probably do anyway but are standard ones ok? Anything else required?

Given that you want to lower it by another 25-30mm from the OEM sport suspension, you will want the sportline kit if you go with the B12.

I have been on the B12 kit (pro kit so not as low) for about 3-4 years now and no issue with brand new top strut mounts and bearing since installation (about 60k km with the B12).

 

[DPM]

As above, you'll need the Sportline kit. Let me know if we ca be any help with info or prices.

Damian @ DPM Performance

 

[Fatbloke]

I measured the height from the ground at the centre of the wheels to the centre point of the arches at front and rear are both 665mm.

I looked to see what 25mm drop was like and 35mm drop.

25mm is fine but 35mm is just a bit too low as its virtually sitting at the top of the tyre.

Anyone else got the 2016 150tdi with the prokit or sportlines that could put some side pictures up please?

Measurements to compare would be awesome too if possible. It would be good to know what the actual drops will be.

 

[Peter Peter]

Hi All

I have been looking at lowering my 2016 A3 8vf tdi quattro for a while but couldn't seem to get the right kit.

I now think a B12 kit would fit but I am not sure whether to go for the pro kit or sportline kit. Ideally I would like to lower the car (already factory sports springs) by an additional 25mm - 30mm. Thoughts??

The other thing I wondered about was if I lower it will there be any issues with getting the geometry in spec? Some cars are ok but some are not. Is there plenty adjustment on the A3?

What else should I change? Top strut mounts and bearings I will probably do anyway but are standard ones ok? Anything else required?

Why do you want to do it ?

S3
2UC - S Sports Suspension
G06 - Front Shock Absorbtion
UB5 - Rear Shock Absorbtion for Sports Design



S-line (with S-line Sports Suspension Selected)
2UG - S Line Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion
(no code given for rear shock absorption)


S-line (with default Sports Suspension)
2UC - Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion
(no code given for rear shock absorption)


S-line (with Sports Suspension de-selected)
2UA - Deselect Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion

 

[Fatbloke]

Why do you want to do it ?

S3
2UC - S Sports Suspension
G06 - Front Shock Absorbtion
UB5 - Rear Shock Absorbtion for Sports Design



S-line (with S-line Sports Suspension Selected)
2UG - S Line Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion
(no code given for rear shock absorption)


S-line (with default Sports Suspension)
2UC - Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion
(no code given for rear shock absorption)


S-line (with Sports Suspension de-selected)
2UA - Deselect Sports Suspension
G04 - Front Shock Absorbtion

It sits too high and is bouncy and wallowy to drive.

 

[Peter Peter]

It sits too high and is bouncy and wallowy to drive.

I have sport trim not sline and I wouldn't change.. just right .. very good on crossing humps
B4 I had 2011 a3 I lowered 40mm and changed shockers to KYB springs cheap from ebay and driving over humps .. was like running into pot hole ..

 

[Audicfc]

Everytime someone post the codes for the suspension they never seem to match anything i have got on my service booklet, you mentioned GO4 for everyone one yet mines say GO3 ? Can anyone tell me what suspension if have by looking at this picture ?

 

[Fatbloke]

PRCode: 0YF = Weight range 6 installation control only no requirement forecast
PRCode: 1AT = Electronic stabilization program (ESP)
PRCode: 1JC = Rear shock absorption for sports design
PRCode: 1KE = Disc brakes rear
PRCode: 1N3 = Speed-related variable steering assist (Servotronic)
PRCode: 1SA = Without additional engine guard
PRCode: 1ZE = Disc brakes front (Geomet D)
PRCode: 2PF = Leather trimmed multi-function sports steering wheel
PRCode: 3FA = Without roof insert (standard roof)
PRCode: 3NZ = Rear seat bench unsplit backrest split folding
PRCode: 3PQ = Electric front seat adjustment driver
PRCode: 4GH = Windshield in heat-insulating glass with sunshield
PRCode: 4K4 = Radio remote controlled central locking
PRCode: 4KC = Side and rear windows in heat-insulatingglass
PRCode: 4R4 = Power windows with comfort operation andcircuit breaker
PRCode: 4UP = Driver's and front passenger air bag with knee air bag and front passenger air bag deactivation
PRCode: 4X3 = Side air bag front with curtain air bag
PRCode: 5D1 = Carrier frequency 433.92 MHz-434.42 Mhz
PRCode: 5SJ = Left exterior mirror: convex
PRCode: 5TG = Decorative aluminum inserts dulling
PRCode: 6TS = Right exterior mirror: aspherical large viewing field
PRCode: 6XD = Exterior mirrors: electrically adjustable/heated
PRCode: 7K1 = Tire pressure warning light
PRCode: 7MM = Emission standard EU6 plus
PRCode: 7UF = Navigation system - Standard
PRCode: 7X0 = Without park distance control
PRCode: 8GU = Alternator 140 A
PRCode: 8Q3 = Automatic headlight-range adjustment dynamic (self-adjusting while driving)
PRCode: 8Z5 = Not hot country
PRCode: 9S6 = Multi-function display/on-board computerColour
PRCode: CC1 = Alloy wheels 7.5J x 18
PRCode: E0A = No special edition
PRCode: F0A = No special purpose vehicle standard equipment
PRCode: G02 = Front shock absorption
PRCode: J2D = Battery 380 A (68 Ah)
PRCode: L31 = Suspension range 31 installation control only no requirement forecast
PRCode: Q4H = Comfort sports seats front
PRCode: QI6 = Without service indicator
PRCode: TR1 = 4-cylinder diesel engine 2.0 L unit 04L.A
PRCode: U5B = Instrument insert mph speedometer Great Britain