Product Details
These Riaction GT1 MK5 R32 coilovers fit the 2006-2009 Volkswagen R32 (MK5).
Riaction makes this GT1 kit, part number VW-001-LT, for the MK5 Golf, GTI and R32, 54.5mm version. Each corner uses a monotube linear damper with 32 levels of damping adjustment, and full-length ride-height adjustment sets ride height without changing spring preload. Spring rates are 7 kg/mm front and 5 kg/mm rear. The kit is fully rebuildable and carries Riaction's 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
GT1 Series Technology
- Monotube linear damper with seamless 52mm electroplated carbon steel body
- 32-level damping adjustment (1-Way)
- 44mm CNC-machined 6061 aluminum high-flow piston
- 20mm piston rod for MacPherson applications / 14mm for non-MacPherson
- SAE9254 cold-wound linear main springs
- Multi-thickness valving shims for consistent damping
- Polyurethane oil seals and 7.5W suspension fluid
- Low-gas-pressure design for improved compliance
- Fully rebuildable: built to be serviced, not replaced
Features
- Full-length ride-height adjustment (preload-independent)
- 32 levels of damping adjustment
- Front camber adjustment via pillowball top mounts
- Optional Swift Springs upgrade (sold separately)
- 2-year limited warranty
Specifications
| Part Number | VW-001-LT |
| Part Name | Riaction GT1 Coilovers |
| Vehicle | 2006-2009 Volkswagen R32 |
| Chassis Code | MK5 |
| Damping Adjustment | 1-Way |
| Ride-Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Spring Rate - Front | 7 Kg/mm |
| Spring Rate - Rear | 5 Kg/mm |
| Top Mounts - Front | Pillowball with camber plate |
| Suspension Design - Front | True Coilover |
| Suspension Design - Rear | Divorced |
| Notes | 54.5mm. 2006-2007 and 2009 not sold in the USA (non-USA market). |