{"title":"Volkswagen Golf 1J Coilovers \u0026 Suspension","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoilovers and suspension for the Volkswagen Golf MK4, Golf GTI MK4 (1J, 1998-2003). We list 7 parts for this chassis: 6 coilover kits, 1 air strut kit, from SF Racing. Prices from $995.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sf-racing-air-struts-for-1998-2003-volkswagen-golf-gti-mk4-fwd-1j","title":"SF Racing Air Struts for 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4 FWD (1J)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith these SF Racing Air Struts, the 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4 (1J) can sit low for shows and still lift up for real-world roads, because each corner rides on an air spring instead of a fixed coil. This version is listed for FWD models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this kit is set up for the 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDamper bodies are 52mm front and 46mm rear. 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This version is listed for AWD models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4 setup details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp front it is a true coilover; the rear keeps a divorced layout, with the spring and shock mounted separately like the factory setup. Damper bodies are 52mm front and 46mm rear. It comes with 7 kg\/mm (about 392 lb\/in) springs up front and 8 kg\/mm (about 448 lb\/in) at the rear. Damping is 1-way: a single knob with 32 settings changes rebound and compression together, which keeps tuning quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonotube damper design for better heat control and fewer leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32-level damping adjustment, rebound and compression combined on one adjuster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOK seals and Italian IP damping oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in dust boots and bump stops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on install with no modifications, unless the notes below say otherwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable ride height, roughly 1 to 2.5 inches below factory per SF Racing, while keeping suspension travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate lower-mount (length) adjustment, so height changes don't preload the spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eT6-6061 aluminum hardware (top mounts, perches and collars), anodized against corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc-plated shock bodies for rust protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE9254 cold-wound springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA good fit if the car is driven on the street most of the time and you want a lower stance with better body control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSF-VW01-04-SP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1J\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAWD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamper model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSport Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Way: Rebound and Compression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamper size (front \/ rear)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52mm diameter \/ 46mm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring rate (front \/ rear)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 kg\/mm \/ 8 kg\/mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign (front \/ rear)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue Coilover \/ Divorced (Separate shock and spring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mounts (front)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mounts (rear)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"SPRINGRATES®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67656240562477,"sku":"SF-VW01-04-SP","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/8295\/1469\/files\/sf-racing-sport-coilovers-for-1998-2003-volkswagen-golf-mk4-awd-1j-sf-vw01-04-sp-1194299797.jpg?v=1792165878"},{"product_id":"sf-racing-track-coilovers-for-1998-2003-volkswagen-golf-mk4-awd-1j","title":"SF Racing Track Coilovers for 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf MK4 AWD (1J)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSF Racing's Track Coilovers for the 1998-2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI MK4 (1J) use firmer, track-focused valving for drivers who want sharper response and more control, while staying usable on the street. 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