The Renault 172 and 182 Sport is still one of the most popular ‘superminis’ of the late Nineties and early ‘Noughties’ and still makes a great trackday car.
It’s just as well then that GAZ can offer GAZ Gold Suspension kits for the 172 and 182 to provide adjustable coilovers to lower the centre of gravity and adjust the bump/rebound of the damping.
The kit includes adjustable coilovers for both front and rear on which the ride height can be adjusted through 60mm. The coilovers have a coarse acme form thread for ease of height adjustment and to ensure that they remain in good order even after considerable service.
Damping rates are variable by means of an adjuster knob on the damper bodies. The GAZ Gold range is designed primarily for out-and-out racing so each comes with a gas cell in the reservoir filled with a high viscosity index multi grade oil to prevent cavitation and reduce fade under harsh racing and trackday conditions. Springs can be supplied to the customer’s specifications according to the vehicle’s intended use.
All the units are individually tested before leaving the factory. Although this kit converts the car to coilovers all round it is a direct replacement with no modifications necessary.
The GAZ Gold coilover kit for the Renault 172 and 182 Sport (1999-2001) can be ordered as part number GGA439 at £1013.38 plus VAT.
For further details visit the GAZ website: www.gazshocks.com