I have DCC +dynamic chassis , I love it. The dynamic chassis option lowers the cali 2cm lower than standard (198 cm in stead of 200cm total height) . And it is so much more than just adjusting suspension, also steering and acceleration change with different settings and you can make your own setting also.
Yes I’m glad I went for it.
What do you want to know??Hello,
I’d really appreciate an update on the suspension setup as I’m looking to upgrade
t6 ocean
Thanks!
Tom
The problem here is a load of punters who essentially haven’t the faintest idea how vehicle dynamics work being sold shiny stuff by a bloke who makes a living out of , well, selling shiny stuff.
I’ve now had my CRS Active Konis for a year. They probably made the van handle a bit better. Noticeable exiting roundabouts. It’s still definitely a van though. I got them as I was hoping to improve ride but it didn’t. Not worth taking out existing suspension IMO.Hello,
I’d really appreciate an update on the suspension setup as I’m looking to upgrade
t6 ocean
Thanks!
Tom
It's my impression that choosing for sport setting changes also the way the dsg shifts from one gear to the next, because the suspension is harder at the same time accelaration improves .when I want to quickly overtake on the highway for example I switch to sport and it really makes a difference. Also on roads with many bends in the countryside, sport helps to prevent the vehicle from leaning over. But it's better not to look at the fuel consumption when accelerating in sport mode. Eco on the long trips at the highway and comfort on the gravel roads in sweden/norway. Normal mode most of the time in town.
Hey Lambeth,
I think it is very subjective. As I said, I would say I thought the Koni Active did improve the handling a bit. Some people have called it ‘night and day’.Hey Lambeth,
I’d like to feel a bit more connected to the road.
Right now the way the van wallows on the highway kind of puts me to sleep.
My t6 ocean has about 90,000miles and stock shocks in ok condition. I do get double bounce on speed bump exit at moderate speed.
I’ve put Koni Special Actives on another car and handling was much better!! (Abarth stock->koni sport->Koni special active was sweet spot). I’m comparing a semi to a go cart, lol.
I was thinking koni special actives (800euros on oscaro Belgium) that id put in myself.
+\- the h&r sway bars but they $$$$$ for metal
+\- 20mm drop to fit into more garages but these shocks aren’t compatible with a drop afaik.
Tire choice makes a bit difference as well. I’ve experimented with the 16’s and 17’s steelies (that love the look of).
I’ve got a post going on on the t6 forum about how this car specifically makes me drowsy while driving it. Exhaust issues and noise issues have been ruled out.
The California’s are very different from the other t6’s, more top heavy and different weight distribution. Even beach without the kitchen weight makes it need different suspension setup. I don’t think I’ve seen a poll that’s cali specific (with and without kitchen).
The question could be simple: van type/ springs/ shocks/ arb/ tires. “Are you happy?” could help generate a sort of consensus I’m guessing.
I really want to keep it, the sqergo bed is really good!
Seems crs likes special actives + sway bars + raise of the rear.
Seems transporter hq like their so-low line.
I like the way the van feels in the bends so I’d be against modifying rear height (affecting Toe and Camber).
I just want to feel more connected I guess
Thanks for hearing me out,
Sorry for being weird
Tom
(Californication on T6forum)
Hey Lambeth,
I’d like to feel a bit more connected to the road.
Right now the way the van wallows on the highway kind of puts me to sleep.
My t6 ocean has about 90,000miles and stock shocks in ok condition. I do get double bounce on speed bump exit at moderate speed.
I’ve put Koni Special Actives on another car and handling was much better!! (Abarth stock->koni sport->Koni special active was sweet spot). I’m comparing a semi to a go cart, lol.
I was thinking koni special actives (800euros on oscaro Belgium) that id put in myself.
+\- the h&r sway bars but they $$$$$ for metal
+\- 20mm drop to fit into more garages but these shocks aren’t compatible with a drop afaik.
Tire choice makes a bit difference as well. I’ve experimented with the 16’s and 17’s steelies (that love the look of).
I’ve got a post going on on the t6 forum about how this car specifically makes me drowsy while driving it. Exhaust issues and noise issues have been ruled out.
The California’s are very different from the other t6’s, more top heavy and different weight distribution. Even beach without the kitchen weight makes it need different suspension setup. I don’t think I’ve seen a poll that’s cali specific (with and without kitchen).
The question could be simple: van type/ springs/ shocks/ arb/ tires. “Are you happy?” could help generate a sort of consensus I’m guessing.
I really want to keep it, the sqergo bed is really good!
Seems crs likes special actives + sway bars + raise of the rear.
Seems transporter hq like their so-low line.
I like the way the van feels in the bends so I’d be against modifying rear height (affecting Toe and Camber).
I just want to feel more connected I guess
Thanks for hearing me out,
Sorry for being weird
Tom
(Californication on T6forum)
transporterhq.co.uk
I would second this.Fitting uprated ARB’s will take the wallow out. Transformed the ride in our van without breaking the bank.
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