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Old 01-29-2002, 02:42 PM
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i have a '01 quattro a4 w/ oem sport suspension. im looking into getting some koni shocks, but im not sure which springs to get, the intrax or h&r race springs? some ppl recommended the intrax for the koni, any advice?
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Default Depends what you want to do.

The H & R race are perfect if your goal is to lower your car. I just took mine off, as the car was too low for my taste (skiing, etc...). (In fact I'm selling them right now for $150...)

Anyway, if you want performance and a slight lowering, you can go with H & R Sport, or keep your OEM springs, as the struts should allow you to perch lower.

Hope that helps!
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Default Re: Depends what you want to do.

if i keep my oem sport springs, will that still lower my car if i get the koni shocks? thanx
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Default No, Springs lower.. Shocks absorb

The springs are what compress the car and make it ride lower.. Shocks keep your ride comfortable and from the frame slamming
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Usually the shocks have multiple perch settings allowing you to lower about an inch from OEM sport
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