Scout suspension?

Borderspeed · 16-04-2007, 11:33

Hi Folks,
Just nipped over from old Octavia category to ask a question!

Does anybody know if the presumably taller springs fitted to the Octavia Scout would transfer to a 2001 4X4 Octavia?

Might need the dampers as well for increased travel? I know its a new model, but just toying with the idea to gain extra ride height, without ordering custom made springs.

I have Land Rovers for serious off road work but could do with more ground clearance in the Octavia sometimes when I'm in the forest and on farm tracks.

Hopefully some techie type will know!

Regards,
Steve

Borderspeed · 17-04-2007, 20:10

Someone on here must have some thoughts about this

Regards,
Steve

cheezemonkhai · 17-04-2007, 20:29

I would say no as the MK II has different suspension and there are even two mounting sizes for one part on the Octy II/

That's just a guess though.

Only way would be to get one of each and compare them next to each other i would guess.

Borderspeed · 18-04-2007, 19:24

Cheers for the reply!

Will try and compare them but getting up close to a Scout outwith the showroom could prove awkward unless I get one on a test drive

Regards,
Steve

cheezemonkhai · 18-04-2007, 20:17

Don't the police need a scout for off road persuits

Could get the mechanics to see if it fits by trying it

Borderspeed · 19-04-2007, 19:53

Time to visit the garage and speak to the fleet manager I think

TKW · 19-04-2007, 22:09

The answer is almost certainly "no"

However, if you end up with a higher 4x4 Octy I, please let me know as I also need more clearance! (Clarence. Roger, Roger. What’s our vector, Victor?)

Borderspeed · 20-04-2007, 22:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by TKW

The answer is almost certainly "no"

However, if you end up with a higher 4x4 Octy I, please let me know as I also need more clearance! (Clarence. Roger, Roger. What’s our vector, Victor?)

Hi,
Thanks for that. Just noticed that your response made your posts reach 666

Anyway current thinking now is either custom springs, or some form of spacers between the top of the spring and the suspension turret.

Have used this method on Land Rovers which works.

Another thought would be larger tyres, which would mess up gearing somewhat but not seriously, and I use GPS for accurate speed anyway, so next question would be to fit maximum size 16" tyre profile that would not foul wheel arch or cause other clearance issues. Thinking along the lines of 205/65/r16 or 215 and 225/65/r16.

Would also need to think about stiffer springs or anti-roll bar due to increased centre of gravity.

Not looking for massive gains but my Dad''s Subaru Forester sits at a reasonable height with no real roll issues so that is what I am aiming for.

Give me your thoughts

Regards,
Steve

16-04-2007, 11:33	#1
Borderspeed I am the Law! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Scottish Borders Posts: 175 Thanks: 14 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Scout suspension? Hi Folks, Just nipped over from old Octavia category to ask a question! Does anybody know if the presumably taller springs fitted to the Octavia Scout would transfer to a 2001 4X4 Octavia? Might need the dampers as well for increased travel? I know its a new model, but just toying with the idea to gain extra ride height, without ordering custom made springs. I have Land Rovers for serious off road work but could do with more ground clearance in the Octavia sometimes when I'm in the forest and on farm tracks. Hopefully some techie type will know! Regards, Steve __________________ NO PLAN SURVIVES CONTACT WITH REALITY!!

17-04-2007, 20:10	#2
Borderspeed I am the Law! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Scottish Borders Posts: 175 Thanks: 14 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? Someone on here must have some thoughts about this Regards, Steve __________________ NO PLAN SURVIVES CONTACT WITH REALITY!!

17-04-2007, 20:29	#3
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 14,723 Thanks: 91 Thanked 412 Times in 383 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? I would say no as the MK II has different suspension and there are even two mounting sizes for one part on the Octy II/ That's just a guess though. Only way would be to get one of each and compare them next to each other i would guess. __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

18-04-2007, 19:24	#4
Borderspeed I am the Law! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Scottish Borders Posts: 175 Thanks: 14 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? Cheers for the reply! Will try and compare them but getting up close to a Scout outwith the showroom could prove awkward unless I get one on a test drive Regards, Steve __________________ NO PLAN SURVIVES CONTACT WITH REALITY!!

18-04-2007, 20:17	#5
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 14,723 Thanks: 91 Thanked 412 Times in 383 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? Don't the police need a scout for off road persuits Could get the mechanics to see if it fits by trying it __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

19-04-2007, 19:53	#6
Borderspeed I am the Law! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Scottish Borders Posts: 175 Thanks: 14 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? Time to visit the garage and speak to the fleet manager I think __________________ NO PLAN SURVIVES CONTACT WITH REALITY!!

19-04-2007, 22:09	#7
TKW Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 941 Thanks: 11 Thanked 16 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Scout suspension? The answer is almost certainly "no" However, if you end up with a higher 4x4 Octy I, please let me know as I also need more clearance! (Clarence. Roger, Roger. What’s our vector, Victor?) __________________ Octavia 4x4

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