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I'd been watching the discussion on these shocks with only mild
interest until I saw that some folks have have already installed them
on 97 and 99 EVCs. While I'm waiting for my set of Agilis 51s to come
in to replace those nearly worthless Goodyear Cargo Vectors (not just
worn, but "square" at less than 25k mi. -- hell, I got at least that
many miles from every set of V-rated tires I ever put on my '90
Corrado, even when I drove to maximize the g-forces experienced, but I
digress), I thought I might as well ask: How much difference have the
Bilsteins really made on these newer EVCs, and in what ways? Smoother?
Better handling? Better tire wear? What else?

After putting new Michelins on both vehicles this fall I don't
particularly relish the thought of spending even more on some new
suspension parts for the EVC, but if I get enough endorsements from the
group I will consider it more seriously.

Joel Funk
97 EVC
97 Jetta GLS (Hoping Michelin X-Ones are the last tires I ever buy for
this car)

Joel,

Since I had the Bilsteins installed along with a set of light alloy
wheels here are my impressions:

1- The ride is quiter
2- Less body roll & better cornering
3- I feel I have more control of the Van
4- Definitely better looks
5- Less front end dive when braking hard

I hope that helps.

-Wael


jm-@... wrote:
original article:

I'd been watching the discussion on these shocks with only mild
interest until I saw that some folks have have already installed them
on 97 and 99 EVCs. While I'm waiting for my set of Agilis 51s to come
in to replace those nearly worthless Goodyear Cargo Vectors (not just
worn, but "square" at less than 25k mi. -- hell, I got at least that
many miles from every set of V-rated tires I ever put on my '90
Corrado, even when I drove to maximize the g-forces experienced, but I
digress), I thought I might as well ask: How much difference have the
Bilsteins really made on these newer EVCs, and in what ways?

Smoother?

Better handling? Better tire wear? What else?

After putting new Michelins on both vehicles this fall I don't
particularly relish the thought of spending even more on some new
suspension parts for the EVC, but if I get enough endorsements from

the

group I will consider it more seriously.

Joel Funk
97 EVC
97 Jetta GLS (Hoping Michelin X-Ones are the last tires I ever buy for
this car)

Joel,
In my opinion, more stability and less sway. Plus, the Bilsteins are pretty
much good for the life of the vehicle.
John

jmf@... wrote:

I'd been watching the discussion on these shocks with only mild
interest until I saw that some folks have have already installed them
on 97 and 99 EVCs. While I'm waiting for my set of Agilis 51s to come
in to replace those nearly worthless Goodyear Cargo Vectors (not just
worn, but "square" at less than 25k mi. -- hell, I got at least that
many miles from every set of V-rated tires I ever put on my '90
Corrado, even when I drove to maximize the g-forces experienced, but I
digress), I thought I might as well ask: How much difference have the
Bilsteins really made on these newer EVCs, and in what ways? Smoother?
Better handling? Better tire wear? What else?

After putting new Michelins on both vehicles this fall I don't
particularly relish the thought of spending even more on some new
suspension parts for the EVC, but if I get enough endorsements from the
group I will consider it more seriously.

Joel Funk
97 EVC
97 Jetta GLS (Hoping Michelin X-Ones are the last tires I ever buy for
this car)

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