Rear sway bar for MK6 Golf GTI

[pologti18t]

How about this...

Adjustable ESP

AutoSpeed - Adjustable Stability Control!

[AdamD]

Looking at the added stiffness from stock, a 24 mm rear sway bar alone seems like it would make a significant difference, and by what Tim said it sounds like a pretty good option. If a configuration like that (with ESC on) allows a more playful character and the ability to somewhat shift the balance and attitude via the brakes and throttle without just understeering that might just be enough to keep me from boredom. I think as long as I can modulate and feel the balance and weight shifting in the car to allow for better turn in etc I'll be happy.

Maybe have a chat to Guy (Harding Performance), and other members in your area (the QLD guys do regular meet-ups and happy-laps once a month or more), and see if anyone has their Golf set up more neutrally. Then score yourself a drive and see if a car with these mods would meet your needs?

[botisto]

Yea thanks Adam I'll see if I can sort out a drive. Handling must be one of the most subjective traits and there is only so much you can work out without actually driving the thing

[Adi29]

Hi All,
I have a stock Mk 6 Gti and am looking to improve the handling without compromising the ride during my daily drive (which on Brissie roads can vary from smooth highway to rutted potholed streets).I'm not planning to take my car on a track but wouldn't mind trying to counter roll and eliminate understeer. From reading various threads, it seems that sway bars seems the way to go. Just wanted to get some advice as to which one would be best suited to what I want to do. Far as I can see, HR and Whiteline seem to be the ones to go for but I've been told HR is more track oriented so might be a little too stiff for daily driving. Also, would getting both a front and rear set be better than just a rear ?

[Martin]

Roll bars are a free win - stiffer roll bars don't make the ride harsh in a straight line - but do both to maintain front/rear balance

[nat225]

Both h&r and whiteline and others ALL can be track oriented if u go with extra thick one.

When i had 22mm h&r rsb only, there was hardly any ride comfort difference.



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[Adi29]

Im thinking of going for the H&R front and rear sway 26/22. ECS tuning has the kit for 460 dollars. Any thoughts ?

[ParaBul]

Ask an old HQ owner - if you want more oversteer, stick a bag of concrete in the boot.

[MozzGTI]

Hi all looking to pick up a rear sway bar for my GTI. What size does everyone recommend?? 22mm, 24mm?? The car has lowered springs if that is helpful.
Is this good bang for buck handling upgrade??

Thanks all

[bigfoot]

This setup was suggested on Pedders’ website and on a Whiteline youtube vid:

BWF20XZ Whiteline 24mm Adjustable Sway Bar (Front)
BWR21XZ Whiteline 24mm Adjustable Sway Bar (Rear)
KCA316 Whiteline ALK

What is the best place near the Inner West for suspension – or should I just go to pedders?