TRANSIT CUSTOM MK2 2023- LOWERING KITS

The new Transit Custom boasts both front and rear spring and damper type suspension, whereas the previous generation was equipped with rear leaf spring type, limiting the options you had if you want to swap to something lowering, higher, or generally more performance based.

More options can come with a host of decisions to make, and specifically one when it comes to a working or conversion van – “how low can you go?” The main consideration is that as more weight is in the van, it’ll sit lower. With a lowering spring kit fitted, it’ll sit far lower than standard, is this okay with your van and the driving conditions it will be used in?

It’s fair to say that the latest generation of Transit Custom comes on stilts as standard, so we know that lowering springs are a hot seller to get a more normal look, this does mean that even an extreme lowering kit will still look and react as you’d want your van to.

A good idea when it comes to suspension and components is to stick with high quality brands, ensuring you’re going buying something to last, but most importantly a safe option too. Cobra use a specifically designed high tensile chromium silicone wire, giving great results every time. The process they use when manufacturing includes heat treating and phosphate treatment, which increase the life expectancy and increase corrosion resistance.

With the options from Cobra coming as low, and very low, the choice is yours.

When the first batch came through from Cobra, we fitted a set of the “low” springs which lowers the van by 25mm on the front and 50 at the rear. It might sound a lot but it looked far better as the van sat pretty high from factory, helping the wheels fill the arch gaps much better and generally gave the Custom a bit more attitude.

After seeing the van lowered by what most would consider to be a good amount, we looked at the more extreme set, and couldn’t help but get them fitted to see how low it truly was, it would be rude not to, wouldn’t it?

A more aggressive 40mm front and 65mm rear reduction in height looked better again. Looking like it’s on the floor, but still with a good amount of ride height available to endure speed bumps and dropped curbs without wincing, the extreme set of lowering spring complimented our 20 inch alloys wheel brilliantly without sacrificing your comfort.

FAQ:
Q: Will an extreme lowering kit be fine for daily use?
A: It’s down to the wheel setup you have, and the weights you’re likely to be carrying, even suspension component wear can effect how your van will feel.

Q: Why are there two different heights of lowering springs from front to rear?
A: As the cargo weight in a van sits at the rear of the vehicle, it needs a different suspension set up, hence the need for lowering springs to work alongside this for a levelled look.

Q: Do I need to replace my shock absorbers if I fit lowering springs?
A: Cobra design their springs to work alongside factory dampers, if yours are worn then we’d recommend changing them, if not they you’re good to go!