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Old 01-28-2024, 05:15 PM
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Looking for anyone with a GTS that has the standard air suspension (not the optional 10mm higher) that have the Flat6 fixed height lowering links installed. I want to see how "low" the car sits in the lowered setting. On my previous GTS I had the CETE lowering module but once I set it, I never adjusted it again. So I think the fixed height lowering links will work for me ( $$) BUT I am afraid that the 1.25" lowering over the standard lower height might be a tad more than I want but I'd really like to see some pics. I prefer side pics vs these angle pics some have posted as it would show the height better. Also if you can comment about how much gap remains.... 1 finger, 2 finger or in inches. Thanks in advance!!
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Originally Posted by NickS
Looking for anyone with a GTS that has the standard air suspension (not the optional 10mm higher) that have the Flat6 fixed height lowering links installed. I want to see how "low" the car sits in the lowered setting. On my previous GTS I had the CETE lowering module but once I set it, I never adjusted it again. So I think the fixed height lowering links will work for me ( $$) BUT I am afraid that the 1.25" lowering over the standard lower height might be a tad more than I want but I'd really like to see some pics. I prefer side pics vs these angle pics some have posted as it would show the height better. Also if you can comment about how much gap remains.... 1 finger, 2 finger or in inches. Thanks in advance!!
Hey Niick, I have them on my Turbo and could not be happier. These are more robust that previous iterations. I have PASM and always leave it in the lowest setting. Some bumpiness occurs but it is more that reasonable.

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Update: Installed the Flat6 fixed lowering links and Flat6 wheels spacers this weekend. Gotta say I LOVE the stance and presence now. Perfect IMO.

PASM set to low - Flat6 fixed lowering links

PASM set to low - Flat6 fixed lowering links

PASM set to low - Flat6 fixed lowering links and Flat6 wheel spacer kit

PASM low setting with Flat6 fixed lowering links

Standard PASM low setting
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That looks great! Another SC guy I see. Hi from Charleston!
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Which install is correct? I'm going to assume "A" to allow movement of the socket/joint?
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You're the first car I have seen with the same rims that I have. Looks good on your ride.
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What does it look like in the Off-road height now?
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Originally Posted by NickS
Which install is correct? I'm going to assume "A" to allow movement of the socket/joint?
A looks more like Flat6 images


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Originally Posted by Ksdaoski
A looks more like Flat6 images
Then "A" as that is how I interpreted Flat6 images I saw online at the time of install. I messaged Flat6 the same question with my 2 pics and they never replied and have yet to reply. Not really happy about that but whatever.
I installed them as shown in "A"
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Originally Posted by Ksdaoski
What does it look like in the Off-road height now?
No idea... I'll have to take a look. Should be 1.25" lower than the stock Off Road height. Standard height is now what the standard Low setting was.
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Originally Posted by NickS
Update: Installed the Flat6 fixed lowering links and Flat6 wheels spacers this weekend. Gotta say I LOVE the stance and presence now. Perfect IMO.


PASM set to low - Flat6 fixed lowering links

PASM set to low - Flat6 fixed lowering links and Flat6 wheel spacer kit
What thickness wheel spacers are these? I have a pair of 15mm and a pair of 20mm H&R spacers from my last Audi that I was thinking about putting on... Seems to be in the ballpark of what these are in the photos.
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Originally Posted by mark8
What thickness wheel spacers are these? I have a pair of 15mm and a pair of 20mm H&R spacers from my last Audi that I was thinking about putting on... Seems to be in the ballpark of what these are in the photos.
The Flat 6 spacers are 10mm front and 12mm rear. 15mm will probably work well. On my 21" set, I like 10mm front and 15mm rear, also H&R. Sometimes it depends on your tires. I like to see the edge of the tire equal or inboard of the fender. With the OE Michelin Latitudes above, they have a more rounded edge and some bulge where as the OE Michelin PS4 A/S that I use have a slimmer sidwall profile and the smallest bit of stretch that allows the 15mm in the rear. I also have a set of 20mm H&R spacers that I have not yet tried since 15mm seems perfectly dialed in.

I had the Flat 6 set and didnt like that they had the same size bolts for both 10mm and 12mm spacers. Its only 2mm but still nice to have maximum thread reach. Its not fun to have two sets of bolts either, one for 10mm and one for 15mm so 15mm all around is likely best. H&R is also much better quality than the Flat 6 hardware.

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24 GTS with Flat 6 fixed links.
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Nice! Great improvement for the price, any issues with the installation?
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Originally Posted by Gritty
Nice! Great improvement for the price, any issues with the installation?
A friend who has a shop that specializes in air cooled Porsche's had it on and off the rack in 20 minutes. He laughed and said that was the fastest and cheapest Porsche lowering job he’s done.



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