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Boy, I didn't know what to call this thread. I'm not even sure if this should be here, in "Brakes" or in "Tires." I guess my biggest questions are suspension related, so here goes ...

I have a stock 1971 1302 (pictures forthcoming if the weather ever improves). I want disc brakes. I want to use the BBS RX-II wheels which they make for VW's Golf, Jetta and New Beetle. That means I want a 5x100 bolt pattern. I know there are European options and I know I will eventually buy European in other aftermarket areas, but I want to stay on the home soil for this much of it.

I prefer to avoid Porsche items. I really don't know why I feel this way. I guess I want to build a Super Beetle the way Volkswagen should have -- in my view, of course -- and would have if production continued to 2004.

The wheels (still unpurchased) are 16x6½ et42. Jon at Topline thinks I should go with:
- their Sports+ springs,
- the smallest tire I can find for the front (whatever size that might be),
- the tire closest to 25" in diameter regardless of width for the rear (whatever size that might be),
- oil-type shocks for the front,
- gas-type shocks for the rear (mine actually already has these),
- their 7/8" front sway bar, and
- their urethane kit for the front.
He believes no further modifications would be necessary and this would lower the car by roughly an inch. (I assume the inch refers to the front.)

Reviewing the Topline site, I also noticed MaXX struts and Adjust-A-Struts. The minimum amount of lowering with the MaXX is 2.5". The picture of their green 1302 sure looks nice but I've seen two posts alluding to the rough ride becoming an acquired taste. While the AASs can also lower the 1302 to 5", it has a minimum of 1.5".

As I am typing, I am remebering some solid advice about doing things as incremental as possible. So, I will probably go ahead with Topline's suggestions unless others pose other possibilities.

At the same time I am curious what people think of the MaXX and AAS options from personal experience if I should want a more aggressive stance. Would I have to make any changes or additions if I choose one or the other later down the road. I know Kerscher enjoys a solid reputation as well but it seems through my search patterns that no one has experienced both to give a compare and contrast.

Any and all last moment input is greatly appreciated.