Why the right VW Transporter Campervan suspension is so important.
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- Sorry about the technical issues with the loss of audio. I would have loved to just re-film that part but I didn't find out until I was back in the UK. We now have a new mic so hopefully it won't happen again!
For me putting quality suspension on a camper van is one of the most important things. I'm not saying everyone should have the Solow NSL, but everyone should have good quality suspension.
The right coilovers are night and day better than standard suspension and cheap coilovers. We do a lot of miles in our camper vans when going away in them. Surely it's important that we arrive there without feel travel sick? Comfort is key for me and my family.
If you don't have the budget for decent suspension, wait and save for it. As they say you buy cheap, you buy twice. I've lost count of the amount of times we taken off cheap coilovers for people that are a few months old, to replacement them with decent ones.
As a side note, 275/40/20 tyres are also wrong. Too big, rolling radius is wrong, speedo is incorrect and importantly they are over load rated and too hard. It's a crime that wheel company offer them as standard packages as the are cheaper and over rated. They will also rub as soon as you lower the vehicle almost any amount. Trust me, big tyres don't mean more comfort.
Our coilover range is here. We don't sell cheap suspension as I believe it's a false economy.
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Love your videos and the way you go into detail looking forward to the next one
Thank you for your kind words, it means a lot 😊
Another great post. So much helpful information. Great channel.
Thank you, that's a goal 😊
Hi guys another great informative video 👍👍, have got some conversion stuff off you'se over the last while as I'm doing my vwT6 and the quality is great , it's the reason I went with u in the first place and the reason I will return my business again, thanks from Ireland 👍👍
That's great to here. Thanks for using us.
Don't own a VW but very helpful for my daily a Subaru Forester on coil overs. Being a daily and doing the school run it looks good but will now consider some adjustment so it can ride nicely and soak up the horrible roads here in AUS. Thanks some great tips thank you. Love the channel
No problem and thanks for your comment. Glad this was useful.
So much detail as always on quality products. Any more news on the caddy everyone have a good weekend enjoy the holiday and drive safe 👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌
I need to get on that caddy. We're just waiting for the final window samples.
Thanks for sharing the info! 👍
No problem. Glad it's useful
Really informative - thanks Andy!
Glad to help 😊
@@THQAutomotive see you next Sunday - can’t wait! 💯🤙
@@neilowen9468 looking forward to it
I have solow suspension on my van its mint! Ride comfort is awesome!!!
Glad to here it. Thank you for the comment 😊
Good video. The low look is cool but it usually comes with a negative effect on comfort. Air is the best solution.
Thats a common misconception. Lowering reduces body roll and sway as it reduces the centre on gravity. Lowering on the correct coilover with be way more comfortable than standard suspension. Air is great for sure.
@@THQAutomotive The best way to reduce roll is a bigger anti roll bar. I see the H&R ones are popular on the transporter. I agree, the correct spring and shock / strut setup will be a definite improvement to the original OEM commercial suspension. Quality air suspension will always give the best results. All top of the range cars have air suspension for a good reason.
@@SC-nv8ve yes better anti roll bars make a big difference on a Transporter when pair with coilovers of air. On their own with standard suspension, you don't get the full benefits.
Took my 2023 Cali Ocean there a month ago for a set of B14 Komfort and 20" Supermetal wheels. Drives so much better and sits just right. These guys know their stuff 🚐👍
Glad you're pleased. Thank you for your kind words.
What tyre size did you go for out of interest? Very tempted by the Supermetal Cells
@@mlowndessmith with solow NXT I'd run 265/40/20, with NSL I'd run 275/35/20, with Solow LOW I'd run 255/35/20.
@@THQAutomotive thanks guys, running B14 Comforts at -55mm, so 265 40 20 sounds good
@@mlowndessmith yeah thats what I'd go with.
Thanks for this. This is the one thing I really want to change (and the wheels) but it’s a minefield 🤯. I use my van as a day van, everyday car, and as a camper (without the furniture but with a pop top) usually just me and the dog in it. I don’t want 20’s though (don’t come for me) 18’s with a substantial tyre…what do i go for on the suspension? Looking forward to getting my Ovano table in there.
Great video! I have a LWB T32 Combi T6. Planning to change the suspension and looking for around 75-85mm drop, but didn’t want to be at the lowest end (and will probably want to explore lower - because we all do eventually). Was thinking of Bilstein B14 Komfort, but from your video it looks as though NSL is the answer. I like the Nexus Twin 5 20” wheels. For a day van with occasional overnight MTB trips, which tyre choice would be best? TIA. Love the videos
Have just read the comments and seen the response below: @mlowndessmith with solow NXT I'd run 265/40/20, with NSL I'd run 275/35/20, with Solow LOW I'd run 255/35/20. Thanks again.
I put H&R's on mine they seem great, although I would like it to be lower whilst keeping the comfort. I'd love air, really, but 4G is a stretch right now 😂
£1375 on one of the Solow coilovers variations will honestly be way better than the spring option you have now.
Hi, does Eriks van with the tartan interior have an Insta page? Be good to see more of the interior, its gorgeous. Great vid as always 🤙🏻
No it doesn't sorry. It'll feature more on the @transporterhqeurope insta
Hello, how does this compare to Koni special active for t6 ocean? The wallowing on the stock shocks is expected at 150,000km. We’re not allowed coilovers in Belgium. Thanks!
Would solo nsl be better than air on a T5 T32 camper (need the comfort as I had Sportline springs on for a while but found them too crashy resulting in a busted alloy and shock when I hit a pot hole so back on standard at the moment.
Hi got b14 bilstein on new to me camper t5.1 what settings would you say would be most comfortable on the height adjusters? Not too bothered about how it looks height wise just want to be comfortable cheers
Great video as always:)
I have some B14 Komfort Low on my T5.1 and I wanna get it as low as possible. I have huge 275 40 20’s on at the moment and they rub dropped halfway on the coil over. What is the sweet spot for tyre wheel sizing to get as low as poss with the Komfort’s? Thanks
If you have the komfort low, you ideally want 275/35/20 to get low on those. 265/40/20 if you aren't trying to get at the bottom of those coilovers
I went from Solow Coilovers, to a cheaper Airride kit and I can't help thinking I should have been patient ( as you didnt have much in stock ) and should spent a few thousand more on solow air to be honest. I've always thought my T6 ride isnt as good as it could be and although I love being on air, I keep thinking solow air must be better. I cant drive that low currently, its bumpy and rolls around corners even with H&R anti rollbars.
Of course it could be me just thinking it should be better and actually maybe it isnt bad, after all it is a van lol, unfortunately I''ve never had anything to compare it to or had anyone else drive my van to tell me otherwise.
Cheap air ride is ok for looks but the ride really is poor. I can hand on heart say Solow AiR is an amazing ride. I know several people that have switch as are so pleased with the result.
@@THQAutomotive Yeah thats kind of what I kept thinking, unfortunately took advice from others and excitment of air got the better of me instead of waiting :(
Live and learn ( seems to be alot of that ), as soon as something goes wrong, Solows will be replacing it :D
Is it correct that Air suspension has no control to stop it being too high or too low thus causing it to crash in other parts causing damage.
I ask this question because we have had a conversion and the suspension has been nothing but trouble, the invoice states it has being fitted with an Air Lift Performance 3H/3P. You need to be instructed exactly how to use the air suspension and dont feel that that is right ? We are in Bournemouth, Dorset, the conversion was carried out by VanHaven. Had nothing but problems.
Love your videos!
Sorry to misuse this video to ask my question: Do you plan to release a video on the new T6.1 rear LED tailgate lights? Would love to by them, but would also really much like to see the different versions in action. :)
Yes it's actually planned for the next 2 weeks
@@THQAutomotive Any news on that? :)
@@xnaper Sorry not had chance :(
Any upcoming vids on the lift suspension options you do? Thanks
Yes, we have a video on the whole solow range coming, including the solow LFT lift coilovers.
I have a T6 4Motion lwb full camper conversion and am looking to change the suspension at some point. I only want to close the arch gap and improve the ride quality but not go low low. Thought about B14 Komfort but what would your recommendation be?
Solow NXT, B14 Komfort or Twin adjust projekt sensitive are all great.
hi..Im about to get some b14 Komforts fitted to my T5 Cali ..Pre facelift by the way...not bother about going low although would be good to fill that massive gap a wee bit. Mainly after quality ride and solve the wallow ect. How much drop would you advise. Sorry this is 2 wks late just saw yir vid.
It very much depends on tyre size. Komfort's are a great options.
With a new set of coil overs would you also recommend changing /uprating the anti roll bars?
Honestly, H&R are one of the best unseen modifications you'll ever do.
I am looking at air for my t5, what’s he ideal set up regarding management .
I.e full kit.
Solow AiR, twin solow shh compressors and whichever management you prefer. We're laughing a Solow management soon.
I did have b14 on my t6 3half years on and the front spring snaps both ways
The original B14 kit used H&R springs. We've used Eibach with the Solow NSL
Can you recommend an Australian company for your type of work ?
Is there any chance you might put the damper from the NSL on the solow air kit?
I’m looking at being able to switch between wheel sets for winter/summer, running AT’s in the winter, so a 50/70mm drop suits the look, but want lower in the summer and is seems the NSL would meet that requirement as a coil over, but I’m lazy and love the idea of air…
We are working on some that's perfect for you. More details in the coming months 😊
@@THQAutomotive I’ll drop you an email - my Caravelle could be available for testing, if you needed a mule, and I’d be keen to be high on the list for a set….
@@RT976 for sure. We'll stay in touch.
What is the lowest drop I can go, with a sportline front bumper on my T6. Baring in mind being able to get over speed bumps. I’m running 255/35 20 tyres so rubbing won’t be an issue.
Lots of people run sportlines with air and Solow's set low. You might not want to run the extra lower splitter that some fit on the sportline.
@@THQAutomotive excellent thanks for your quick response 👍
Currently have to solow low which is incredible considering the ride height. Thinking of going 17 225/65 like the flannel grey/blue practical transporter you guys did. A while back. Thinking NSL wound to the top would work??
If you go with 225/55/17 AT tyres you can stick with your current Solow LOW suspension. 225/60 for Solow NSL. If you wanted 225/65 i'd go with Solow NXT or B14 Komfort's
@@THQAutomotive may go 225/60 then with NSL so can wack the 18 amaroks on when the moods strikes. Thanks!!
@@rossarmitage3062 Not a bad shout :)
Just had a look on your website at this kit. Do I need anything else?
I've got a T5.1 T30, its done over 200K mile and the ride is getting a little clunky!
And can they be installed on a drive without a ramp?
They can but it's so much easier with a ramp. It's well worth getting the heavy duty lower rear spring rubbers
Can you recommend Coilovers for the lowered swamper look tyre size 225/65/17 any help much appreciated
Solow NXT, B14 comfort or Twin adjust projekt sensitive transporterhq.co.uk/vw-transporter-parts-styling-accessories/vw-transporter-suspension/vw-transporter-coilovers/
I have a question. Ordering some B14 Komforts for a T6 very soon. What I’m hearing is that setting them to the full 70mm drop would not be the optimal setup for them? Would there be a better alternative to run a 70mm drop? Many thanks
Yes, these Solow NSL dampers on a higher setting.
@@THQAutomotive Thank you, apologies I am thinking of more questions laid in bed every night. I am running a 20inch wheel with ET45 on an 275/35 tyre. Would there be any issues going down to 70-80mm? What would be the optimal setting for the coilover? Thanks again.
@@GS04WAL that size tyre and offset would be fine with NSL's at any point on the adjuster.
@@THQAutomotive Wonderful, I have set up my stock notification. Many thanks for taking the time to respond.
When are you going to develop something for the crafter,
What do you want developing?
Hi 👋 good video. Can I ask is air ride a better ride than coilovers. I’m wanting to upgrade from lowering springs on my t32 camper but have to tow a horse trailer and I’m worried about what suspension to go for
Interesting one. Yes air suspension is better if using the right set up and again avoiding the budget version. It can be too soft or too firm depending on your chosen ride height and there for psi in the bags. Check out the video we did on Solow AiR previously.
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I’m on the overtime train 🚂 now 😂££
@@79munch haha 😊
I’d like to go 100mm down so I can still get over speed humps.
Solow low at the top or NSL at the bottom ?
Ideally I’d like tyres level to the wheel arch and still have 100mm ground clearance at the sump. I don’t mind bigger tyre profile to fill the gap. Max Legal speed hump high is 100mm and I have measured them round my way they are 100mm 🤦♂️🤣
If you want 100mm drop, you need Solow LOW. Be very careful with tyre sizes though. You'll need 255/35/20. Bigger than that, and they'll rub.
So in the description it mentions 275/40/20 being wrong… these were on our camper when we bought it, but I’m interested in this NSL suspension. Does this mean I’m looking at replacing the wheels as well?
So many companies fit that tyre sizes but its wrong. You won't nee to change wheels, but you do need to change tyres. 265/40 if its a T32 or 275/35 if its a T30 or below.
@@THQAutomotive Thankyou. Appreciate your reply.
Can I get the wheel and tyre specs of the Dutch van please?
265/40/20 I believe.
I have a t6 8seater swb shuttle the ride is awful especially in the back,i want to lower it and improve the ride what suspension do you recommend
Depends how much lower you want to go. The full Solow range covers everything and will improve the ride and look massively. Looks at the Solow NXT and NSL transporterhq.co.uk/vw-transporter-parts-styling-accessories/vw-transporter-suspension/vw-transporter-coilovers/
@@THQAutomotive thank you for the quick reply
What are the B14’s like, are they hard?
They're ok but 10 year old technology now. B14 Komforts, Solow NSL and NXT or Twin Adjust projekt are more advanced if you have the budget
what's the advice for the Fuel Coverts with a more all-terrain tyre and a similar ride height to standard suspension? What would give a good ride quality?
What tyre size and what suspension are you on currently?
@@THQAutomotive It's all OEM 17in Davenports and suspension at the mo with camper conversion (no cooker or pop top)
@@beckyyouings7361 225/65/17 and I'd lower it slightly for comfort, reduced body roll and height adjustability. Solow NXT would be great as it's only a 35mm drop when set high.
@@THQAutomotive Thank you!
@@THQAutomotive Thanks guys - I'll be in touch.
Hi Andy I have a 2019 California Ocean T6 with standard 17" wheels on the suspension which is also stock. I don't really want to spend a fortune as I don't have any issues in how it drives, it does wallow a bit as you well know :) also the thought of 20" wheels with lower profile tyres bothers me as I don't want a hard ride so what do you recommend as I know the suspension dips at the back, also I like the height of the van so lowering it a lot doesn't appeal either so what do you reckon I should do to it, I trust you guys there 😊 I do like those Navis wheels I saw you mention the other day.
Andy I am certainly up for new wheels/tyres/suspension if you can come up with suggestions for me and hopefully a good price, if you need my email I can send it to you.
Thanks
Andy
If you're happy with everything else, Eibach rear balancing springs would be the cheapest option. Give me a call if you want to chat through options 0116 2478156.
@@THQAutomotive Hi Andy I will give you a call on Tuesday if that's ok I am happy to pay more and replace the wheels suspension etc if there is a good option to be had
@@andyarmitage2895 no problem. Speak Tuesday. Enjoy the rest of your bank holiday weekend.
What upgrade would you recommend for vw ocean 4motion 22 plate?
What will you be carrying. What sort of wheels and tyres too.
Same question; MY20 6.1 running on 18" Palmerstons with Bridgestone 245/45, Daily driver with one up. Camping two up with minimal load
@@346Moody solow NXT unless you want a little lower. Then Solow NSL
@@THQAutomotive thanks will be in touch
Any ideas when the solo coilover kits will be re-stocked?
Within 2 weeks 🤞
@@THQAutomotive excellent 😎 I like the low look but comfort is also important, is there much difference in ride quality between the solo and not so low kits
@@markevans7968 not massively. Solow LOW have been highly spoken of for years. Low has never been so comfortable.
Any T4 content?
No sorry, they are before our time ☹️
If there the same price as stance I'm in 😂
I'm afraid not but you get what you pay for 🤷🏻♂️
Please help, I need the most comfortable coilover you are selling
What size wheels and tyres do you have?
@TransporterHQ I got 2 set one is 275 40 20 and 255 45 18
I don't mind they go low or high I just wanted comfort
@@jacktran9860 the 275/40/20 will be an issues. It's the wrong size and shouldn't be fitted. It's so frustrating that companies fit that tyre. Solow NXT (next generation) are the best for comfort. They will rub on full lock with that tyre size.
@@jacktran9860 Then we you will need to change the tyre. That tyre is over load rated and super hard side walls.