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Originally Posted by orionredwing
Hi, I just bought a used 08 135i this weekend, and am experiencing the sloppy feel that everyone is talking about.
I was wondering ... if I only upgraded the M3 Sway Bar, and M3 front control arms (tension strut, control arm, headlight adj rod), will it be sufficient to eliminate the issue? I do not wish to install coilovers at this time.
This is because I currently have a full set of suspension upgrades on my 335i. It's relatively cheap to purchase a 2nd M3 sway bar & control arm kit for the 135i, but I'm trying not to spend money on a 2nd coilover set. I will turn the 335i back into a family car in the future, but am not ready to swap the coilovers over to the 135i just yet.
Coming from the 335i with full suspension upgrades + LSD, you can imagine how much the sloppy feeling bothers me!
Thanks!
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Which sloppy feeling are you referring to?
If the body roll: M3 front roll bar
If steering is sloppy: M3 control arms + wishbones
If the rear feels like the subframe and the car aren't moving as one: rear subframe bushings (this is an important one)
If it's sloppy coming out of corners: M3 Rear links (upper + toe arm)
I'd do all of those before considering upgrading to coilovers or new springs/shocks. You won't get the full benefit of upgrading the springs/shocks unless parts move up and down correctly.