Hi there, I have just fitted coilovers to my 6n2 and after a bit of fettling have the height I require. I have noticed a virtually constant squeaking over bumps. Do they do this while they are settling or do I have an issue. I replaced the top mount bearings but not the mounts themselves as these were ok( bearings just fell apart )could it be the mounts? Any help appreciated

It’s common for youngsters to lower their cars in the same stylish way they lower the backs of their trousers. As a result, some unscrupulous dealers sell cheap replacement suspension that is far too short. Could your car be a victim of this?

Just like us old men (who need the support of a correctly placed crotch) – your poor car could be ‘sitting on its knackers’ and crying out with pain every time it bounces down.

For me, the squeeks and creeks of incorrect suspension is a very minor problem when compared to the ‘punch in the arse’ you get over every little bump and the increased braking distance caused by the abrupt stop to the now restricted suspension travel.

I’d be interested to know if there is the equivalent of a nut bra for the Polo? A quick way of stopping it crying as its suspension is forced into positions it was never meant to be in? I’m guessing the only professional/safe option would be to have the TCAs (plus mountings) and ARB professionally modified to suit the incorrect geometry?

Seriously though, twisting a car into a shape it’s not supposed to be has always been a fun part of playing with cars. If your happy with its looks and drive then just enjoy it (before you're too old), ignore the noises and practice that look of pure ignorance in case the insurance every ask when the wrong parts were fitted.

Can you buy kits complete for this job? even if the change of height was only minor, old bushes that are used to being in a particular position are bound to complain when distorted. I suppose the hardening of the suspension is going to require harder replacement bushes? They might squeek less when the sunshines but without correcting the geometry - surely your car will always protest (has anyone lowered a car simply by fitting shorter springs and not had this problem)?

Best wises.

Edited 17 February, 201610 yr by kbs

It’s common for youngsters to lower their cars in the same stylish way they lower the backs of their trousers. As a result, some unscrupulous dealers sell cheap replacement suspension that is far too short. Could your car be a victim of this?

Just like us old men (who need the support of a correctly placed crotch) – your poor car could be ‘sitting on its knackers’ and crying out with pain every time it bounces down.

For me, the squeeks and creeks of incorrect suspension is a very minor problem when compared to the ‘punch in the arse’ you get over every little bump and the increased braking distance caused by the abrupt stop to the now restricted suspension travel.

I’d be interested to know if there is the equivalent of a nut bra for the Polo? A quick way of stopping it crying as its suspension is forced into positions it was never meant to be in? I’m guessing the only professional/safe option would be to have the TCAs (plus mountings) and ARB professionally modified to suit the incorrect geometry?

Seriously though, twisting a car into a shape it’s not supposed to be has always been a fun part of playing with cars. If your happy with its looks and drive then just enjoy it (before you're too old), ignore the noises and practice that look of pure ignorance in case the insurance every ask when the wrong parts were fitted.

Can you buy kits complete for this job? even if the change of height was only minor, old bushes that are used to being in a particular position are bound to complain when distorted. I suppose the hardening of the suspension is going to require harder replacement bushes? They might squeek less when the sunshines but without correcting the geometry - surely your car will always protest (has anyone lowered a car simply by fitting shorter springs and not had this problem)?

Best wises.

Nut bra [emoji23] oh I had some giggles reading that.

On the 6n2 there are a few bits under the car that have no doubt been held in the same position since new. Firstly is the anti roll bar, there are 8 bushings in total and these have no doubt worn into a shape that was fine with the standard height but are now out of shape. I would recommend changing them, or at least releasing and lubricating them, but this is false economy.

There are also 2 bushings on each wishbone again these can "set" and changing the ride height can upset them, again change if possible.

On the rear there is a bush on each side of the rear beam these deffinatly set and lowering the car can stress them as they want to return to thereoriginal position. It is advised to change these, but even releasing the bolts so the beam is free then putting the cars weight on the suspension and re tightening can help. There are tops mount rubbers on the rears too which should be changed.

When I "lower" a car I tend to change every bushing or linkage at the same time and have it setup again so everything is correct. Most people see a "full" suspension kit and assume that's all thats needed but fitting these new parts with other worn out parts is only going to make it handle worse.

That said, I'm in Ashford too if you ever needed any help etc just pm me.

Cheers will get round to changing them as and when. Realised my kit had come with 4 coilovers made up and 2 extra fatter springs that were a different colour. Fitted the 4 made up ones first but changed them over last night with the fatter ones and 100 times better. No noises and much better ride. I found out the thin ones were for the 6n. Cheap ebay kits for you. I work in a big garage but all the techs are boring and not into modifying so no help there. Where abouts in Ashford are you if I need help mate. I'm in Kennington.

Funny that they came assembled, all the eBay stuff I've ever used has come separated and had instructions that are in some kind of variation of English that can't be read.

I'm in high halden on the a28

Just let me know if you need a hand etc

That's what confused me. 4 made up ones with blue springs and 2 spare red fatter ones. Should have done my research first really but wanted to get rid of my silly 100mm arch gaps. Looks and drives so much better now. Going to go through all mounts and bushes as I go. I'm normally into painting cars matt black but this ones too clean so gonna be keeping it for a while and want it to be right. I'll bear it in mind if I need a hand cheers mate.