Re: Front Struts

[Mash <type53@yahoo.com>]

--- Ken <mcfly67@qwest.net> wrote:
> OK, I am figuring out what the maximum number of
> swaps/upgrades I can get
> out of this 86 16v into my '79
> would the front struts be worth while?  I assume the
> benefit of these would
> really be the springs as I expect they are stiffer,
> (lowering effect also?)
> Follow up...which bolts are safe to undo myself. 
> Not sure how much of it
> comes out w/o a special clamp/tensioner.  "...it's
> all fun and games until
> somebody puts an eye out..."
> 
> Ken
> '79 Scirocco (soon to be 1.8 16v)
> "mcfly"

As I understand it, the 16V is about 15 lbs heavier
than a typical 8V. But MK2 Sciroccos are heavier on
the front end.

My guess is that the result of using Mk2 16V struts
will be "flight 53 ready for takeoff" - a bit too much
front end height.

"This is only a guess" - Gordon Gano


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