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Hi everyone new to this group, would like some advice and pictures if possible of what everyone’s had done. My t6.1 is booked in to have coilovers fitted and just wanted to know what everyone has theirs lowered too. I’ve had lowering springs fitted when I bought it but only 30mm. I’m...

Hi, i am after some advice if possible. The wagon failed its MOT due to corroded rear springs. Im not interested in lowering etc as i often drive over uneven ground so prefer to be at the standard height. Because it was originally a panel van, do i replace with the VW standard ones or as its...

thanks for your input/advice I will probably go for a 150 hp with a slightly lower mileage (100.000- 150.000)

Hi all. I have been looking to purchase a T5.1 or T6 to convert into a day van/camper. I have found a van I like the look of: LWB, 4motion, 150ps, £13,000, manual, T32. Only concern is mileage at 120,000 - thereabouts. I was just hoping I could get some advice as to how many more miles I can...

Hello had an unpleasant banging noise driver front, took down to a local chain garage (which I've had good experience with before to be fair), to be shown the broken piece of coil spring. Fair enough. I was then advised that because the van is lowered and the springs are not OEM, all 4 would...

Took my 2023 T6.1 transport t28 to get 2 rear tyres. They informed me both rear lowering spring were broken. Had van from new, only 9500 miles. Decided to go for Eibach sport comfort springs 30mm -50mm. Has anyone had these fitted, I have had a recommendation they are good. Currently my van is...

I am looking for advice about lowering a T32 LWB with 20 wheels. I like the appearance of the wheels filling the wheel arch space but I am not sure how to go about this. There seem to be lots of different kits online but I don’t seem to be able to find a garage that offers this locally who I...

Does anyone have advice for the best place in Gloucestershire to have modifications done to a T6.1. Looking to lower and fit bodykit etc.

Hi all,. My van was originally from solop vans and they put lowering springs on by default. The front passenger side has broken. What is my best option.. I doubt I can buy 1. X lowering springs, even if I find out the manufacturer.. also other springs look in poor condition. Cheap...

Need to have that sorted. Their are suspension specialists supplying and fitting represented on this site and plenty of advice from many more! Are you wanting a lowered van? There is lowered and lowered good and bad dampers are especially important. Best is standard height more room for...

Hi Sasquatch thanks for the advice. In regards to points 1 & 2 I have had these checked, oil dumped out and replaced with new to a level lower than the high mark. After which the same issue reoccurred and the warning light came on again. I manually checked the oil level and it was high. I’ll...

Evening all! I’ve had a good read through & can’t seem to find anything specific to what I’m hoping to do, apologies in advance if I’ve missed it. I’m looking to change the lower dash to Titan Black as a little Xmas Break Project but I need to keep the standard style centre console below the...

Major update! I think I got poor advice about my 'guide price' and have lowered it accordingly

Looking for advice as I'm looking to improve the look and stance of my T28 6.1 Highline. I'd like probably 18" wheels with a not to low profile to keep a decent ride quality, really want the wheels to fill the arches so what type of drop am I looking at ? And can this be achieved with just...

Hi and welcome to the forum. Their a number of centres that specialise in suspension modifications including lowering that are represented on this forum. Not sure about Gloucestershire though. Have a look on the suspension pages. Others will direct you to there preferences.:)

Hi thinking of getting a set of 20inch wheels I currantly run 255/45/19 they r the stageerd set van is lowered 50mm could I run 255/40/20 that would give me same size overall size of the 19s van is t30 any advice would be much appreciated thanks

Think you'll be happier with the result TBH 😊 I've got to think about repairing my scraped paint too (as soon I can fix the lower rubbing issue). And the powered door 'jump back' at roughly 1/2 closed point! Very irritating 😒

You must have the same circumferance for 4 Motion, so if you have different widths then you must adjust the ratio accordingly. Tire Size Comparison is a useful tool. However the general advice is same tyres all round. https://www.t6forum.com/threads/4motion-t32-tyres-and-lowering-advice.16072/

Replaced the lower inserts with THQ gloss black replacements - disposed of originals A month later the paint is cracking on replacement inserts - THQ sent new ones. The replacements again have paint issues and multiple broken clips on opening from box. I'm done with replacements. I'm now left...

I recently just got my self a t6 4 motion and I'm looking to lowering her,,I'm wondering what's the best springs and coilovers to get,,and advice