Re: lowering 5ktq

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My guess is that ned is refering to the "bumpSteer" problem that also affects
the fwd vw at 2.0in and lower...  Basically the driveshafts, once they angle
to the hub at more than parallel (to the ground from tranny) you will get
this problem, (as well as swaybar mounts too high), it creates some
interesting steering geometry, and this is compounded on the q's cuz of the
four driveshafts...  I do think, however, that a 1 inch drop on the 5k is not
a big deal from the "bs" standpoint, tho the avenue I recommend to go b4 the
springs, is to address the swaybar (and lack of one in the rear)... From an
ex-racers standpoint I have little problems with the factory springs with the
proper sport strut, and it is my opinion that the handling improvements with
springs will be second to handling with the proper swaybar setup.....  Also,
remember that if your Konis are not gas (and me thinks not), you will
actually get more than a 1 inch drop, cuz the specs also assume gas charged
struts...   


Scott
87 5ktqRS2+   350hp
86 5ktq stock