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Lower Your Center Of Gravity Without Sacrificing Everyday Ride Quality
Raised factory ride height gives up handling potential and leaves visible gaps at the wheel wells. The Whiteline WSK-AUD001 performance lowering spring kit drops the front 20mm on 4.2kg/mm (235lb/in) rated springs and the rear 20mm on 6.5kg/mm (364lb/in) rated springs, lowering the center of gravity for sharper handling while preserving the safety and ride quality the factory suspension was designed around.
Key Features
- Progressive rate coil design lowers the front and rear by 20mm
- Front springs rated at 4.2kg/mm (235lb/in) for a controlled 20mm drop
- Rear springs rated at 6.5kg/mm (364lb/in) for a matched 20mm drop
- Lowers center of gravity to improve handling and cornering response
- Developed and manufactured in Europe to precise tolerances for guaranteed fitment
- Engineered for optimal balance with OEM and aftermarket shocks
- WSK-AUD001 pairs well with a Whiteline sway bar for maximized handling gains
Fitment Table
| Year Range | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015-2020 | Audi | S3 |
| 2015-2020 | Audi | RS3 |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | WSK-AUD001 |
| Brand | Whiteline |
| Front Spring Rate | 4.2kg/mm (235lb/in) |
| Rear Spring Rate | 6.5kg/mm (364lb/in) |
| Front Drop | 20mm |
| Rear Drop | 20mm |
| UPC | Not published by manufacturer |
| Warranty | Whiteline Lifetime Limited Warranty |
What's Included
- 2 front performance lowering springs
- 2 rear performance lowering springs
- Whiteline installation instructions
About Whiteline
Whiteline designs and manufactures its lowering springs in Europe using progressive rate coil technology that balances a lower ride height with everyday drivability. The WSK-AUD001 kit was engineered specifically to work with OEM and aftermarket shocks on the Audi S3 and RS3 platform.
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FAQ
What is the WSK-AUD001?The WSK-AUD001 is a Whiteline performance lowering spring kit for the Audi S3 and RS3 that drops the front and rear ride height by 20mm using progressive rate coils.
How much does this kit lower the car?This kit lowers the front by 20mm on 235lb/in springs and the rear by 20mm on 364lb/in springs.
Will this kit work with my factory shocks?Yes, Whiteline engineers these springs for optimal balance with OEM shocks, and they also work well with many aftermarket shock options.
Does lowering the car affect ride quality?Whiteline's progressive rate coil design is engineered to improve handling while maintaining reasonable everyday ride quality.
Which Audi S3 and RS3 model years does this fit?This kit fits the 2015-2020 Audi S3 and the 2015-2020 Audi RS3.
Can I pair this with a sway bar for more handling improvement?Yes, Whiteline recommends matching this spring kit with a Whiteline sway bar and essentials kit for maximized handling performance.
Is a warranty included with this kit?Yes, the WSK-AUD001 is backed by Whiteline's lifetime limited warranty against manufacturing defects.
Will I need an alignment after installing these springs?Yes, a full alignment is recommended after installation since ride height changes affect suspension geometry.
Install Instructions
- Raise and safely support the vehicle, then remove all four wheels.
- Support the front and rear struts and compress the factory springs to relieve spring pressure.
- Remove the factory front and rear springs from the strut assemblies.
- Install the new Whiteline front and rear lowering springs in the correct orientation.
- Reassemble the strut assemblies and torque all hardware to factory specification.
- Reinstall the wheels, lower the vehicle, and have a full alignment performed.
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