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| 1 | Technical Certificate not available on the day this catalogue was printed. Please check status with Top Gear |
| 2 | These spring sets can be used only with shortened shock absorbers! We recommend our Weitec sport shock absorbers. See application list for front and rear shock absorbers |
| 3 | Excluding Models with 4 Wheel Steering |
| 4 | Excluding 4 Wheel Drive Models |
| 5 | Use only sport springs in combination with M-Tech. Lowering will be 20mm less than listed |
| 6 | Not for vehicles with EDC System (Electronic Damper Control) |
| 6a | Excluding Models with EDC System, use our spring sets please |
| 7 | Excluding models with High Ground Clearing System |
| 8 | Excluding 16V/20V/24V and RSI |
| 8a | Complete Suspension Kits are not for vehicles with 16v/20v/24v engines - Please use sping kits |
| 9 | Spring kit consists of 2 front springs only |
| 10 | Lowering will be less the series lowering rate by cars like GTI, GSI |
| 11 | Excluding Models with Automatic Level Control, or automatic level system can be adjusted in accordance |
| 11a | Complete suspension kits are excluding models with automatic level control, please use our springset |
| 12 | At the rear axle of these cars, the car ride level has to be adjusted newly, after the lowering |
| 13 | This kit includes adjustable shock absorbers at front and rear axle |
| 14 | For vehicles with series sports suspension please use our complete suspension kits only |
| 15 | Please use original spring plates (VAG part No. 1HO412341) for vehicles for chassis number 31PO26436 onwards |
| 16 | Excluding vehicles with series sports suspension |
| 16a | Complete suspension kit only excluding vehicles with series sports suspension |
| 17 | In the case of complete suspension systems: If there is no Weitec Anti-Roll bar attached to the original shock absorbers, the brake hose brackets 6638965 and 6638964 must also be fitted. These can only be obtained from an authorised dealer |
| 18 | Spring Kit includes only 2 rear springs |
| 19 | Excluding V-Tec modles |
| 20 | Very low ride height kit. This kit should only be fitted by specialists with attention being paid to wheel arch clearance. Ground clearance in Minimal |
| 21 | Not for vehicles with Gas powered engines |
| 22 | Only for models with Max. Front axle weight up to 905Kg |
| 23 | Only for models with Max. Front axle weight up to 850Kg |
| 24 | Can only be supplied for as long as stocks last |
| 24a | Complete Suspension Kits can only be supplied for as long as stocks last |
| 25 | No German TUV Certificate will be delivered. Only a material certificate will be supplied |
| 26 | For cars with Max. rear axle weight over 915kg the rear axle weight must be limited |
| 27 | The front indicator lights onthese vehicles must be relocated or replaced. These can be aquired from the manufacturer under order number 46 226 698 |
| 28 | Only for models up to chassis number 8D*X 199999 |
| 29 | Only for models up to chassis number 8D*X 200000 |
| 30 | The quoted lowering can vary due to different original rubber springseats. Max lowering can be achieved by using single point rubber seats. Lowering can be adjusted by using the different rubbers. |
| 31 | Listed Lowering can vary up to +/- 25mm due to different model weights |
| 32 | VR6 only without air conditioning |
| 33 | Use only sports springs for kits for models B/C/L539, 53D, D53D |
| 34 | Front shock absorber without fixing for anti Roll bar |
| 35 | Listed Lowering is in addition to series lowering |
| 36 | Some models might need 2 extra spring plates (part number SP010) Please order when needed |
| 37 | Only for cars with long front end (eg VW mini Bus) |
| 38 | Excluding Kadette City |
| 39 | Excluding GTI/GLI/GTE/GTE/GSI |
| 40 | Front Axle Height Adjustable, rear axle consists of lowered sports springs and sports dampers |
| 41 | Front Axle Height Adjustable, rear axle adjustable sports dampers. Height adjustment is by Torsion Bar |
| 42 | In combination with original wheels and tyres, wheelspacers might be necessary |
| 43 | In some cases 2 additional spring plates (VW order number 357 412 341 A) are needed for these vehicles for the front axle |
| 44 | Only for models with 45mm strut diamenter outside (can also be measured when fitting to vehicle) |
| 45 | Only for models with 51mm strut diamenter outside (can also be measured when fitting to vehicle) |
| 46 | Special Kit for vehicles with automatic level control |
| 47 | Only for cars with removable strut inserts |
| 48 | Only for vehicles up to chassis number 600 067 |
| 49 | Height adjustment at the rear axle over special bushes |
| 50 | Conical front springs |
| 51 | Cylindrical front springs |
| 52 | Excluding Cabriolet/Convertible |
| 53 | Only for Models with Max. Front Axle weight up to 1020kg |
| 53a | Only for Models with Max. Front Axle weight over 1020kg |
| 54 | Excluding Full Options Models |
| 55 | Only Full Options Models |
| 56 | Excluding Vehicles with Diesel Engines |
| 57 | Excluding Automatic Gearbox |
| 58 | This kit does not include adjustable anti-sway bar links |
| 59 | Only for models with series sports suspension |
| 60 | In the case of F models with ABS, the inscription on the original shock absorbers must be checked! If this is BC1D34700/700A or BC1F34700 on the front the MA027GT suspension must NOT be used |
| 61 | Only for vehicles with chassis number over 600 068 |
| 62 | Only for vehicles with chassis number up to -NV199999, -N1999999, -N599999 |
| 63 | Only for vehicles with chassis number up to P1000001, P5000001, P7000001 |
| 64 | Please use kit AL017GT For 3L V6 Models with chassis number over 6183989 |
| 65 | Excludes Models with pneumatic suspension |
| 66 | Excludes Models with Rough Road Package |
| 67 | Excludes Models with air conditioning |
| 68 | Excludes Models with ABS |
| 69 | Only for vehicles with automatic gear box |
| 70 | We advise checking the difference in the gaps between the wing/fender and the wheel. Becasue these vary it often seems like the actual lowering is not like that quoted |
| 71 | Only for cars with a clamp diameter of 54.6 mm on the front axle |
| 72 | Only for cars with a clamp diameter of 49.8mm on the front axle |
| 73 | Rear shock absorbers with eye-mounting |
| 74 | Excluding Si/XR2/XR31/XR4 Models |
| 75 | Only for models with chassis number from S100001 - onwards |
| 76 | Please check original
damper part number OE-Nr. 95.AB-18080 then use kit for models build up to 08/95 OE-Nr. 96.AB-18080 then use kit for models build up to 08/95 onwards |
| 77 | Rear shock absorbers with Fork Mounting |
| 78 | Only for models with chassis number S100001 - onwards |
| 79 | Excluding models with Espirit or Avantgarde package or series sports suspension |
| 80 | Only for 2 and 3 door versions |
| 81 | Only for 4 and 5 door versions |
| 82 | Only for 5 Door Version |
| 83 | Only for models with espirit or Avantgarde package or series sports suspension |
| 84 | Only for models with ABS |
| 85 | Excluding Turbo Charged Petrol Engines |
| 86 | Only for Models with 2 Torsion Bars at the rear axle |
| 87 | Only for models with 4 Torsion Bars at the rear axle |
| 88 | Not for cars with stabilizer on the rear axle |
| 89 | This kit does not include the front shock absorbers. Only the lift kit and the rear axle shock absorbers will be supplied |
| 90 | At the day this catalogue was printed this kit was in development. Please check status with Weitec |
| 91 | Only for models with a right hand drive shaft of 32 or 42mm diameter. Models with 50mm drive shaft should mount a special anti roll bar endlink kit. Please order with our part number KL001 if required |
| 92 | Front axle spacers only for cars with 47mm damping tube diameter (OE) |
| 93 | Only for models from chassis number 1003027, 5000001, 6000001 onwards |
| 94 | Front axle spacers only for cars with 51mm samping tube diameter (OE) |
| 95 | Mounting these extremely low kits might result in too little spring travel. The use of absorbers which are not designed for this, will cause uncontrollable handling problems and may even result in mechanical failure. |
| 96 | Not for cars from 2004 onwards with standard 16" wheels |
| 97 | Excluding G 40 models |
| 98 | Only for models with complete struts. For VW these struts can be used for all types including the models with removable inserts |
| 99 | Please not that the lowering rate quoted in this catalogue will be reduced for models with original sports suspension |
| 100 | Only for models up to 770kg max front axle weight |
| 111 | Wing/Fender edges might need to be modified for certain wheel/tyre combinations |
| 112 | Because of the construction of the car the damping adjustment can only be made when the damper is not mounted. By modifying the interior trim this problem can be avoided |
| 113 | These springs/suspension units are supplied with general type approval |
| 114 | The kit includes our special end links KL001 |
| 115 | Only for cars up to 920kg permissable front axle load |
| 116 | Only for vehicles with Max Front Axle weight up to 780kg |
| 117 | Only for vehicles with Max Front Axle weight from 780kg |
| 118 | On the front axle struts you need to measure the whole distance of the lowering mounting drills. The distance has to be 57mm |
| 119 | Only for models over 850kg max front axle and rear axle weights |
| 120 | On the front axle struts you need to measure the whole distance of the lowering mounting drills the distance has to be 72mm |
| 121 | Extreme lowering might cause fouling of the drive shaft and anti roll bar and/or chassis. Please use our special end links (KL001) and modify the chassis if necessary |
| 122 | Models with foglights should have the lightbulbs removed to comply with TUV regulations |
| 123 | Not for models with special equipment like camper or westfalia equipment |
| 124 | Distance between the mounting clips has to be 27mm (please check) |
| 125 | Only for vehicles with cylindrical rear springs |
| 126 | Only for models up to 750kg max front axle weight |
| 127 | Models with V6 engines are approximately 20mm lower, therefore the quoted lowering will be reduced by 20mm |
| 128 | Distance between the lower mounting holes of the front dampers should be 52mm |
| 129 | Distance between the lower mounting holes of the front dampers should be 54mm |
| 130 | Make sure the anti roll bar and the steering arms are at least 5mm clear of the chassis. If not the chassis should be modified as necessary |
| 131 | For models with ABS, the ABS cable needs to be mounted seperatly |
| 132 | Rear axle height adjustment ia achieved by adjusting the torsion bars |
| 133 | Front axle height adjustment is achieved by adjusting the torsion bars |
| 134 | Distance between the mounting clips has to be 23mm (please check) |
| 135 | On the front axle struts you need to measure the whole distance of the lower mounting drills. This distance has to be 59mm |
| 138 | Excluding Long Wheel Base Version |
| 139 | Only for vehicles up to 2.5L Diesel or Turbo Diesel Engines |
| 140 | ABE springkits: Wheel/Tyre combinations which are not listed in the approval number for that car, need to be proved according S19 of the StVZO. The same applies for models with tow bar used for towing purposes. |
| 141 | Max front axle weight up to 980kg Rear axle weight up to 1060kg |
| 142 | Exclusively for models with max front axle weight over 980kg |
| 143 | Only for models up to 960kg max front axle weight |
| 144 | Only for models over 961kg max front axle weight |
| 146 | Only for vehicles with front axle weight up to 1095kg |
| 147 | Only for vehicles with front axle weight over1096kg |
| 148 | Only use the factory produced original spare parts for the rear axle shock absorbers |
| 149 | Only for the vehicles with chassis number up to 6K-X-399 999 |
| 150 | Only for the vehicles with chassis number up to 6K-X-400 000 (model 2000) |
| 151 | Only for vehicles with a short front axle suspension leg housing, distance from centre of attachment hole to the top edge of the housing 310-320mm |
| 152 | Only for vehicles with a short front axle suspension leg housing, distance from centre of attachment hole to the top edge of the housing 320-340mm |
| 153 | When lowering, it is possible that the lower spring seat on the strut touches the inside of the wheel arch. This can be solved by altering the shape of the wheel arch |
| 154 | For vehicles from Model code 2000 |
| 155 | Not for vehicles with power steering |
| 156 | Only for vehicles with ESP System |
| 157 | Only for vehicles with air conditioning and/or 24V engine |
| 158 | Only for vehicles with power steering |
| 159 | Only for vehicles with air conditioning and/or automatic gear box |
| 160 | Locating Pins must be removed |
| 161 | You need to use 15mm longer wheel screws |
| 162 | You need to remove existing holding clips or screws, on the brake discs/drums |
| 163 | Only for vehicles with 43kw or 55kw petrol engine |
| 164 | Rear axle shock absorbers are not adjustable for damping. Sport shock absorbers with a harder damping characteristic will be supplied |
| 165 | Only for vehicles with maximum permissable front axle weight of up to 789kg |
| 166 | Not suitable for vehicles with extended axle weight |
| 167 | Only for vehicles with barrel springs on the rear axle |
| 168 | Only for vehicles up to chassis no T1086823 (securing screw on the rear axle 12mm) |
| 169 | Only for vehicles above chassis no T1086824 (securing screw on the rear axle 14mm) |
| 170 | Only for 4 wheel drive models (4X4, 4motion, Quattro etc) |
| 171 | Also for uprated and heavy vehicles model up to 2810kg permissable maximum weight |
| 172 | Only for vehicles with an M14 (Torx Screw) for attachment of the rear axle damper at the bottom |
| 173 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight up to 950kg |
| 174 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight above 951kg |
| 175 | Not for vehicles fitted with a 43kw or 55kw Petrol engine |
| 176 | Only for vehicles from chassis number A1F009937 |
| 177 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight up to 890kg |
| 178 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight from 891kg |
| 179 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight up to 965kg |
| 180 | Only for vehicles with max front axle weight from 966kg |
| 181 | Not for vehicles with ESP System |
| 182 | Only for vehicles where the rear shock absorber is attached at the bottom with an M10 Bolt |
| 183 | Only for vehicles where the rear shock absorber is attached at the bottom with an M14 Bolt |