T5 & T6 Swamper/Lift Suspension Explained | THQ

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  • @cliveyboyb5770
    @cliveyboyb5770 3 роки тому +4

    Really good informative video. I gained a lot of insight into what to consider when I suspension mod my 4motion swamper. I never knew drive shaft spacers existed. thanks

  • @seamunki
    @seamunki 4 роки тому +2

    Great video. Really informative for me as I'm looking at a Kombi next year for potholed Irish roads!

  • @paulwhite2533
    @paulwhite2533 Рік тому +1

    brilliant video...so glad i found this....now to make my order

  • @D_L_J_83
    @D_L_J_83 3 роки тому +1

    Could you guys make a video on installing a rear spring spacer for the T6?

  • @robertbelcher9812
    @robertbelcher9812 4 роки тому +2

    Great video , very informative

  • @francenomadvwt4
    @francenomadvwt4 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the explanations , good video 🤙👍🍻😉

  • @liamwatts8597
    @liamwatts8597 Рік тому

    MASSIVELY HELPFUL!❤

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Рік тому +1

      Glad to help 🥰

    • @garyspence8383
      @garyspence8383 5 місяців тому

      ​@THQAutomotive what's the best upper rubbers to use with Eibach +35mm rear springs 🤔

  • @timbateman7202
    @timbateman7202 Рік тому

    Great video, I learnt alot, thanks

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Рік тому +1

      Glad to be able to help. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

  • @oliverberridge7706
    @oliverberridge7706 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your video, very informative! Could you please explain what happens when your dampers top out?

  • @ianmills1120
    @ianmills1120 3 роки тому +1

    What’s the Vcds procedure for correcting the speedo?

  • @greg.ocallaghan
    @greg.ocallaghan Рік тому

    How much down travel do you still have after the 45mm BIGH lift? Also, will they be available anytime soon? All sold out on the website

  • @klerobi1
    @klerobi1 3 роки тому

    maybe anyone knows if there are extended shock absorbers for lift Suspension VW t4?

  • @pt712
    @pt712 Рік тому

    Great video by the way

  • @mkshee1
    @mkshee1 3 роки тому

    Love it... Soon as this lockdown over and u open ill bring mine in for same. Should get wheels/tires from ya self or elsewhere... Do u think u back open in April?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому

      Call the office 0116 2478156. They’ll talk bookings 🙂

  • @colmocinnseala88
    @colmocinnseala88 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for that. I often carry 2 x heavy EMTBs (about 50kg in total) on a tow bar mounted rack on my 2006 VW T5 SWB . I'd like to raise the rear suspension only to 35mm. Is that OK or would it look a bit weird?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      What is in the back of the van? If you don't carry much weight in the back, you might be better off with some simple spacers transporterhq.co.uk/vw-transporter-parts-styling-accessories/vw-t5-t6-lowering/suspension-accessories/13mm-rear-spring-spacers-t5-t5-1-t6-t6-1/

  • @timmouchel2746
    @timmouchel2746 2 роки тому +1

    Hey there guys. I have done a lift on my t5 lwb 4motion with Bilstein shocks and a 50 mm lift on rear 35 on front. 2 Questions if I may. Where can I access the rear diff spacers from? as I can't seem to locate them here in Australia. Secondly is there any sort of spacer to raise the front to match the rear. I would prefer the van to ride level or is it putting to much stress on the cv's to have the front lifted more. cheers in advance

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Hello, we sell the diff spacers but I don't know where you can get them in Australia. We can ship there. I don't know of a front only lift option. All ours lift front and rear the same.

  • @MsHappyeman
    @MsHappyeman 3 роки тому

    why do the Eibach HD springs make you install the little bump stop extender ? Doesn't this prevent upward movement of the wheel ? I have the Koni and Eibach, but with 30mm extra stroke I think I would rather swap the Big H in. Are the springs in the Big H a lot harsher than the Eibachs ? Thanks guys

  • @rogerjohnston249
    @rogerjohnston249 2 роки тому

    Can anyone please tell me how to raise a VW T4 Synchro? There is nothing out there other than lowering which doesn't help in the outback.
    Cheers

  • @Kobluk
    @Kobluk Рік тому

    Hi,
    I must mention that I am pretty green in this field :D I have a 4motion T5.1, that I am converting to camper, and I want to lift the suspension so it will be more off-road capable. The viehicle will probably spent most of it's time on paved roads but sometime I would like to go off the beaten track and I would like to not be limited by the suspension. Which set would you recommed in this case? Another thing to mention is that in the future I am planing to take my van to South America :)

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Рік тому

      Hello, upi want the new Solow LFT lift coilovers.

  • @pt712
    @pt712 Рік тому

    We have a VW California Coast which has 16 in alloys & sitting lower at rear because as you're saying the weight in the van . Is it a matter of just fitting the suspension lifting kit or do the wheels make a difference?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Рік тому

      No they don't make a difference. Since this video things have changed a little. The new Solow LFT kit would be your best option

  • @Oldwolfperformance
    @Oldwolfperformance 3 роки тому +1

    With the 45mm lift how much ground clearance is gained? Is it 45mm + the standard height or 45mm overall? Thanks

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому +2

      45mm from the standard height. It can vary sprightly based on the weight of the vehicle

  • @grichgeordie
    @grichgeordie 4 роки тому

    Thx guys, very clear

  • @DiscoArma3
    @DiscoArma3 3 роки тому

    Hi there, can you tell me more about the green transporter with a chopped rear end? did this van start life as a cab chassis and had a custom tray installed, or did you guys chop the back off a normal van?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому +1

      Hello, yes its a T5 doka, we just shortened the rear end and added the frame.

  • @Kilex6522
    @Kilex6522 2 роки тому

    Hi,
    Fab videos.
    Would you recommend putting BFGoodridge AT on a T6?
    Would it be a better ride, noiser etc?
    Current tyres are 245/45 R18.
    Cheers

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому

      I’m not actually a fan for them. The look good but are really hard, noisy and don’t have a very good wet grip. I’d tend to go with General Grabbers.

  • @interestedpart2650
    @interestedpart2650 Рік тому

    Great!

  • @ArtisanTV
    @ArtisanTV 4 роки тому

    I have a valeting van which is bearing a lot of weight, would you recommend springs only at the back or front and rear as currently it's on lowering springs that can't bare the weight.
    TIA

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  4 роки тому

      This video should help you ua-cam.com/video/WvyFq0CVyio/v-deo.html

  • @joelagresta3103
    @joelagresta3103 3 роки тому

    Do you have these Eibach +35 springs for T6 T30 in stock? Do you ship to Australia? Are the Koni shocks the standard adjustable model?
    Thanks

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому

      Yes we have stock, yes we ship and yes they are adjustable

  • @radohuncik9894
    @radohuncik9894 4 роки тому

    1. question: these Koni shocks are TWINTUBE or MONOTUBE?
    2. question: t5 upgrades has yellow extended b6s, if you should choose, koni or bilstein ( dynamics, comfort, lifetime...)

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  4 роки тому

      Twintube. No one make a monotube suspension for the Transporter (yet 😉🤫)
      Yes the yellow extended b6 is a long b6 but stand B6 internals. It’s a good damper though. As I said in the video, the koni is the most comfortable lift kit i’ve tried.

    • @radohuncik9894
      @radohuncik9894 4 роки тому

      @@THQAutomotive but bilstein is Monotube when is yellow, b14, b8 and b6 are high pressure shocks (i think). Thanks for feedback.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  4 роки тому

      @@radohuncik9894 no, the Transporter Bilstein is not monotube.

    • @radohuncik9894
      @radohuncik9894 4 роки тому

      @@THQAutomotive wow, ok good to know.

  • @bandit911
    @bandit911 3 роки тому

    Hi, I recently bought a t6.1 and am very interested in getting a lift kit from you, but I'm wondering if the VW warranty on the van would be affected??

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому

      Only the suspension warranty but you'd be totally changing that anyway

  • @m_a_m_m_o_t
    @m_a_m_m_o_t 3 роки тому

    What are those wind deflectors on the grey one and where can I buy them? Thanks!

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому +1

      I don't know sorry, its a customers van.

  • @TheBeebg
    @TheBeebg 2 роки тому

    Just bought a T6 camper, 2019 7000 miles on clock. Loads of extras but one I don’t like, it’s raised really high on black rhino wheels.
    My problem is the suspension feels like concrete. I’m a tad lost and if anyone could point me in right direction would really appreciate it 👍

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Some lift suspension does fell like this. What are you looking for look / ride / height wise.

    • @TheBeebg
      @TheBeebg 2 роки тому

      @@THQAutomotive hi, looking for something adjustable so I can put alloys on for summer and then lift a touch in winter with swamper wheels back on.

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому

      @@TheBeebg tyre size will be the key here. Give Andy a call in the week 0116 2478156

  • @melanieensor6029
    @melanieensor6029 2 роки тому

    I have a steep drive and when I go down my VW transporter occasionally scrapes on the bottom at the front . This is before a conversion. Would a suspension lift stop this I would like to put more chunky wheels on as well so what lift would you recommend?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      Yes lifting will left for sure. 35mm lift is the most popular

    • @melanieensor6029
      @melanieensor6029 2 роки тому

      @@THQAutomotive where are you based?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  2 роки тому

      @@melanieensor6029 google Transporter HQ

  • @tomvcarter
    @tomvcarter 3 роки тому

    What wheels and tyres do you have on the green So Low swamper? Do you sell them?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  3 роки тому

      They are custom made steels by Weller wheels. They don’t make them anymore.

  • @gavt1198
    @gavt1198 Рік тому

    How do I find out if my T5 is a T30 or T28 ?

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  Рік тому

      T26-T30 have the same hub. T32 are different. We show the different options on the website. If you aren't sure, send us a photo of your front hubs where the strut is bolted on.

    • @gavt1198
      @gavt1198 Рік тому

      @@THQAutomotive thanks guys!

  • @peterwilding9744
    @peterwilding9744 4 роки тому +1

    👍👍👍👍

  • @vdubster
    @vdubster 4 роки тому

    Would a 4motion Caravelle be T30 or 32 spec? Looking at getting a 4mo in the new year

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  4 роки тому +2

      It could be either. Just check behind the wheel as shown on the video

  • @jasonmyers2005
    @jasonmyers2005 4 роки тому

    When can we expect to see the Tesla build. I’m super excited to see it done and running !!!

    • @THQAutomotive
      @THQAutomotive  4 роки тому +1

      We’ll try and get an episode out in a few weeks

    • @jasonmyers2005
      @jasonmyers2005 4 роки тому

      @@THQAutomotive thanks. It’s gonna be amazing

  • @dark_legendary
    @dark_legendary 4 роки тому

    Supa, i have a question, you ship parts to Ukraine? I need too by something part's, ty

  • @guidok3762
    @guidok3762 4 роки тому

    Do you need to regear (pinion) with the bigger tires?