How can I raise the front ride height on my 2014 Jetta TDI

[Ronnie C]

I have a 2014 Jetta TDI that I have replaced front struts and rear coils (due to what I consider premature failure, but that's another seminar) with 190,000 kms and the front end ride height is problematic when driving on rough roads with potholes or uneven asphalt, or ice chunks on the road, that impact the engine oil pan, or lower fender/bumper covers, etc. Can anyone suggest a reasonably simple, cost-effective fix to raise the front end ride height an inch or two that might involve spacers, or different springs in the struts, to help with this? I am capable of doing the modification. Looking for recommendations re solution and part source.

 

[MrCypherr]

I know for the wagons there are "lift pucks" people use to raise the front. Its not very popular but they are out there. Or if you really want, people have used Tiguan springs to lift there cars.

 

[oilhammer]

VR6 NMS front springs.

 

[Ronnie C]

Thanks for the replies. I was talking to a customer at my local Napa store today (where I work part time) who suggested the simplest solution is to install Tiguan spacers at the top of the strut bearing housing. This seems like a simple solution to try so now I need to source the spacers. Any help would be appreciated re suppliers either in Canada, or able to ship here.

 

[MrCypherr]

Well, you can either do eBay which I do not know the brand they would have;

Front Strut Spacers Lift Kit 30mm VW Golf, Jetta, Passat, Caddy, Tiguan, Touran | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Front Strut Spacers Lift Kit 30mm VW Golf, Jetta, Passat, Caddy, Tiguan, Touran at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.ca

or check out this website, which seems to be a a better choice;

VW MK1 Tiguan Lift Kits

Are you interested in enhancing the off-roading performance of your first-generation VW Tiguan? Order your very own Volkswagen Tiguan lift kit today!

www.b2bfab.com

Im assuming the Mk1 tiguan is what youre going to be doing after.

Also, I dont blame you for living up north and wanting to lift it a little lol. I hate driving my semi dropped wagon up there. Roads are terrible.

 

[Ronnie C]

Thanks for that link. Much appreciated

 

[Ronnie C]

Well, you can either do eBay which I do not know the brand they would have;

Front Strut Spacers Lift Kit 30mm VW Golf, Jetta, Passat, Caddy, Tiguan, Touran | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Front Strut Spacers Lift Kit 30mm VW Golf, Jetta, Passat, Caddy, Tiguan, Touran at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!

www.ebay.ca

or check out this website, which seems to be a a better choice;

VW MK1 Tiguan Lift Kits

Are you interested in enhancing the off-roading performance of your first-generation VW Tiguan? Order your very own Volkswagen Tiguan lift kit today!

www.b2bfab.com

Im assuming the Mk1 tiguan is what youre going to be doing after.

Also, I dont blame you for living up north and wanting to lift it a little lol. I hate driving my semi dropped wagon up there. Roads are terrible.

I don't see the appropriate kit that might work with my Jetta. Appreciate any guidance

 

[Ronnie C]

VR6 NMS front springs.

I'd rather not replace the springs that I just replaced via the complete new strut to avoid disassembly of the strut. Looking for a simpler solution

 

[Lead_Sled]

Was searching through the threads. Found this as I’m interested in the same, trying to lift the same car some, 2014 Jetta.

I plan on keeping my original springs and changing shocks and struts to Koni.

There’s also another thread to sift through:

DIY: 2" Lift Kit for Under $40 - EASY!

Although the Metalnerd kit looks VERY well made and overall not a bad deal for what you get I didn't want to jump through all the hoops to get one. Soooo.....I fabricated my own kit. VERY little fabrication is needed for this kind of a lift and I found some very user friendly durable...

forums.tdiclub.com

VW Mk5/Mk6 & Audi Lift Kits - FMLFT5

Another great product to add to our lineup of Lift Kits! Forge Motorsport has taken several vehicles through the testing process to determine the maximum lift while still giving the vehicle a factory ride. Limited to the amount of room that the factory axle will move this kit provides a 1.50"...

forgemotorsportoverland.com