So I thought I would give some feedback on the KW version 3 suspension for the T32 as I found very little information on this setup when I was looking about.
Following on from the issues I experienced with the B14 Komforts I purchased and subsequently returned due to knocking at the rear (another thread explains this), I decided to go all out and purchase the KW V3s.
Steve from @CRS Performance couldnt have been more helpful both in providing great upfront and honest information on the expected long lead times and on the performance potential of the kit.
I got the call a few weeks ago (earlier than expected) that the kit had arrived so I booked my ferry and got to Steve’s workshop on Friday afternoon just gone. Steve showed me the kit and I was very impressed with the build quality, especially the stainless steel body on the shocks, the anodised adjusters, and the quality of the design and manufacture to ensure it is a fit for purpose kit straight out of the box.
Steve made me feel very welcome as they immediately set about fitting the suspension. I was very impressed with the speed the suspension was fitted and the level of care and attention to detail throughout the process.
The suspensions adjustable compression and rebound was set to the KW manuals middle ground settings and Steve went through the adjustment process so I could adjust them as I like once I got home.
The stance of the van was lowered 60mm which is perfect for my use.
Steve and I then went for a short test drive and I was immediately impressed by how smooth the ride was, especially the rear of the van which I found hard on the B14 Komforts with nothing in the back of the van.
After paying my bill and having a long chat with Steve I set off for an hours B road drive and was even more impressed by the smoothness of the suspension and the ability to soak up pot holes and dips in the road surface with ease. I had told Steve I would reserve my final judgement though until I got back to the Isle of Man and tested it on some of the notoriously bumpy roads here.
So my final verdict is that I am very impressed. The suspension just seems to soak everything up whether at high or low speed, body roll is well controlled and the van looks great. I have read a lot of comments saying that you can’t expect it to handle like a car, but I would say it now handles better than most family cars. The added fact that they are adjustable for compression and rebound also means they can be made even better.
Although they are at the top end of the suspension market cost wise (excluding air), I would highly recommend this set up to anyone wanting to splash out a bit.
Big thanks to @CRS Performance.
Following on from the issues I experienced with the B14 Komforts I purchased and subsequently returned due to knocking at the rear (another thread explains this), I decided to go all out and purchase the KW V3s.
Steve from @CRS Performance couldnt have been more helpful both in providing great upfront and honest information on the expected long lead times and on the performance potential of the kit.
I got the call a few weeks ago (earlier than expected) that the kit had arrived so I booked my ferry and got to Steve’s workshop on Friday afternoon just gone. Steve showed me the kit and I was very impressed with the build quality, especially the stainless steel body on the shocks, the anodised adjusters, and the quality of the design and manufacture to ensure it is a fit for purpose kit straight out of the box.
Steve made me feel very welcome as they immediately set about fitting the suspension. I was very impressed with the speed the suspension was fitted and the level of care and attention to detail throughout the process.
The suspensions adjustable compression and rebound was set to the KW manuals middle ground settings and Steve went through the adjustment process so I could adjust them as I like once I got home.
The stance of the van was lowered 60mm which is perfect for my use.
Steve and I then went for a short test drive and I was immediately impressed by how smooth the ride was, especially the rear of the van which I found hard on the B14 Komforts with nothing in the back of the van.
After paying my bill and having a long chat with Steve I set off for an hours B road drive and was even more impressed by the smoothness of the suspension and the ability to soak up pot holes and dips in the road surface with ease. I had told Steve I would reserve my final judgement though until I got back to the Isle of Man and tested it on some of the notoriously bumpy roads here.
So my final verdict is that I am very impressed. The suspension just seems to soak everything up whether at high or low speed, body roll is well controlled and the van looks great. I have read a lot of comments saying that you can’t expect it to handle like a car, but I would say it now handles better than most family cars. The added fact that they are adjustable for compression and rebound also means they can be made even better.
Although they are at the top end of the suspension market cost wise (excluding air), I would highly recommend this set up to anyone wanting to splash out a bit.
Big thanks to @CRS Performance.
I'm blown away by the way the van now drives on real suspension.
