I have read through most of the posts on the forum to do with suspension and will be making some calls to the instal companies suggested on here, but just wanted a general overview from people in the know as to what is the best coilover option currently available? I have a 2017 T30 Highline panel van as a work van. I rarely carry heavy loads and am running it stock and have done since new. I'm after improving the stance, body roll and handling without compromising anything. I was looking at B14 komfort but there seems to be plenty of evidence that the springs fail. I am adding some 18s to replace the 16s and looking at lowering a tad. Thanks.
The coil overmarket has been turned on its head over the last 3 years In transporters. Many of the options that were available have proved to be poor design and unreliable . Complicated by fitment centers not knowing the limitations of the kits they sell.
First problem is that a ride height adjustable kit was designed to do just that , the industry has used the adjustability to compensate for increased Weight From mods and camper interior . This was not what they were intended for and it is why they are having lots of issues with springs breaking , they are simply not fit for purpose .
the introduction of. Sport shocks and lowering springs perfectly matched to suit every van and weight has proved to be exceptionally popular. We have done well over. 1000 of these in the last few years . This is the best type of kit if sensible lowering is desired , because the shocks in these kits are far superior in design and functionality to coil over and sleeve over kits .
research can help but remember most comments will simply reflect each one’s personal experience and they are mainly justifying that they spent their money wisely , their solution may not suit you , Chat to the sellers of these kits and ask lots of technical questions , ask them If they will be happy to remove the product if it doesn’t do what they said it would do and what it says on the Tin.
we have seen so many kits that are too low and adjusted to the highest setting , this means the van is too heavy for kit and should not be used as the ride quality will be terrible .
we will be happy to discuss our options with you and direct you through the selection process . We can explain the difference between Sport kits, Coil over kits and the sleeve over kits.