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geared · 06-29-2012, 11:53 AM

Gents,

Looking to lower the car, but not have the possibility of rubbing.

I may get wheels (19's) in the near future.

What is my best bet for lowering the car?

Street use only, and Im pleased with the performance of this stock suspension (so I dont need anything crazy, just want a nice drop).

thanks,

jb

Boxtyp3 · 06-29-2012, 12:02 PM

I suggest go with the rims first with the proper offset if not both at the same time. That way, you'll know how low you can go.

Greenkirby21 · 06-29-2012, 12:02 PM

BMW performance suspension would probably be your best best

geared · 06-29-2012, 12:04 PM

thanks box.

green - sounds expensive.

Would the eibach kit be a possibility, or am I asking for trouble going with a spring, and should concentrate on an adjustable coilover?

Boxtyp3 · 06-29-2012, 01:16 PM

I always go with coilovers. Properly matched spring rates with dampers plus ride height adjustability. You can never go wrong.

geared · 06-29-2012, 04:53 PM

thanks box, what are the coilovers of choice that won't completely wipe out my bank account

Eyeman · 06-29-2012, 05:14 PM

Most go with KW V1's or ST Coilovers. For sure they ride stiffer than the stock suspension, but not anywhere near too stiff/harsh to me.

510135 · 06-29-2012, 07:23 PM

This low?

I have 19x8.5 et 45 front 235 tyre
19x9.5 et 50 Rear 255 tyre

Running KW V1 (comfortable for street and much better then stock, not good enough for track use IMO)

This rubs over big bumps at this height, however with some light guard rolling and running a 225 front instead of a 235 it would be perfect

geared · 06-29-2012, 07:36 PM

yes!

thanks, spacers?

How do St's compare?

510135 · 06-30-2012, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geared

yes!

thanks, spacers?

How do St's compare?

No spacers!
St's I can't comment , all the 1 series down here run KW's. I am very happy with them as I just wanted to lower the car, I have no interest in tracking it.

geared · 06-30-2012, 11:02 AM

Thanks man!

Everything I read - ppl say ST's = KW, and they are the same company (which is true), however, they differ in weight by ALMOST 10 lbs (FWIR). That being said, different materials/components must be at play, and they cannot be equivalent (price alone tells me this)

I think Im going KW. Thanks guys.

Best Price I have found is 1286.49 - anyone do better?

geared · 07-01-2012, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geared

Best Price I have found is 1286.49 - anyone do better?

Anyone?

Eyeman · 07-01-2012, 03:35 PM

I definitely paid less than that but I had bought a good bit from the company (Gravity Auto, but I don't think they are around anymore) and it was 3 yrs ago. Seems a good price to me.

geared · 07-01-2012, 03:49 PM

Thanks, Ill shop a bit more.

Cozy · 07-02-2012, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nik0123

This low?

I have 19x8.5 et 45 front 235 tyre
19x9.5 et 50 Rear 255 tyre

Running KW V1 (comfortable for street and much better then stock, not good enough for track use IMO)

This rubs over big bumps at this height, however with some light guard rolling and running a 225 front instead of a 235 it would be perfect

Looks great. What wheels are those?

KennyPowers · 07-02-2012, 07:28 AM

Those I think are hre p40s

Badass, and expensive, wheels

They could also be a custom set of morr vs8.2, not sure from just one pic

geared · 07-02-2012, 04:14 PM

look like vmr 710's to me ....

T-Dubbs · 07-03-2012, 12:19 AM

kw v2's
make sure you get your fenders rolled nicely

Just1 · 07-09-2012, 09:52 PM

I will have ST coil for sale soon for $650 with less than 1000 miles on it. I am upgrade to AST

06-29-2012, 11:53 AM	#1
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	Want to go real low, but not rub - Whats my best bet Gents, Looking to lower the car, but not have the possibility of rubbing. I may get wheels (19's) in the near future. What is my best bet for lowering the car? Street use only, and Im pleased with the performance of this stock suspension (so I dont need anything crazy, just want a nice drop). thanks, jb
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06-29-2012, 12:02 PM	#3
Greenkirby21 Vrooom :) Drives: BMW 128i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dream Land Posts: 1,737 iTrader: (1)	BMW performance suspension would probably be your best best __________________ 2009 128i Coupe Crimson Red MODS: -Injen Intake-Magnaflow Exhaust-Carbon Fiber Spoiler - Carbon Fiber Grilles - OZ Ultraleggeras - CF Mirrors

06-29-2012, 05:14 PM	#7
Eyeman Major Drives: 2008 135 blk, blk, step Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,467 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1977 Mercedes 450SE ... [0.00] 2004 Porsche 968 Cab [0.00] 2008 135 [4.00]	Most go with KW V1's or ST Coilovers. For sure they ride stiffer than the stock suspension, but not anywhere near too stiff/harsh to me. __________________ BSM, Blk leather, 30%tint, Injen, RR OCC, MadDad Whisper, donut spare, 19x8.5et43fr 19x9.5et45r Volk LE37's, rear fenders rolled/pulled, Nitto 555 225/35fr PSS 255/30r, KW V1's, AR coated catless dps, Cross strutbar, CF grills and license plate holder, rearseat removal, iCarbon diffuser and front lip, ETS black anodized FMIC, M3 control arms, Quaife, ER chargepipe, ForgeDV's, Topspeed Custom Tune, V3sims, Braille

07-01-2012, 03:35 PM	#13
Eyeman Major Drives: 2008 135 blk, blk, step Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,467 iTrader: (0) Garage List 1977 Mercedes 450SE ... [0.00] 2004 Porsche 968 Cab [0.00] 2008 135 [4.00]	I definitely paid less than that but I had bought a good bit from the company (Gravity Auto, but I don't think they are around anymore) and it was 3 yrs ago. Seems a good price to me. __________________ BSM, Blk leather, 30%tint, Injen, RR OCC, MadDad Whisper, donut spare, 19x8.5et43fr 19x9.5et45r Volk LE37's, rear fenders rolled/pulled, Nitto 555 225/35fr PSS 255/30r, KW V1's, AR coated catless dps, Cross strutbar, CF grills and license plate holder, rearseat removal, iCarbon diffuser and front lip, ETS black anodized FMIC, M3 control arms, Quaife, ER chargepipe, ForgeDV's, Topspeed Custom Tune, V3sims, Braille

07-03-2012, 12:19 AM	#18
T-Dubbs Private First Class Drives: '08 135i Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Calgary,AB/Palm Springs CA Posts: 141 iTrader: (1)	kw v2's make sure you get your fenders rolled nicely __________________ JB4/KW V2/Bmw Performance exhaust/Mr.5 Intake/VRSF Downpipes

06-29-2012, 12:02 PM	#2
Boxtyp3 Captain Drives: E82AW N54/ e92 BSM N55 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 702 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 135i [0.00] 2013 E92 335i [0.00]	I suggest go with the rims first with the proper offset if not both at the same time. That way, you'll know how low you can go.

06-29-2012, 12:04 PM	#4
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	thanks box. green - sounds expensive. Would the eibach kit be a possibility, or am I asking for trouble going with a spring, and should concentrate on an adjustable coilover?

06-29-2012, 01:16 PM	#5
Boxtyp3 Captain Drives: E82AW N54/ e92 BSM N55 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 702 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 135i [0.00] 2013 E92 335i [0.00]	I always go with coilovers. Properly matched spring rates with dampers plus ride height adjustability. You can never go wrong.

06-29-2012, 04:53 PM	#6
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	thanks box, what are the coilovers of choice that won't completely wipe out my bank account

06-29-2012, 07:23 PM	#8
510135 Captain Drives: 2009 BLK 135i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Earth Posts: 698 iTrader: (0)	This low? I have 19x8.5 et 45 front 235 tyre 19x9.5 et 50 Rear 255 tyre Running KW V1 (comfortable for street and much better then stock, not good enough for track use IMO) This rubs over big bumps at this height, however with some light guard rolling and running a 225 front instead of a 235 it would be perfect

06-29-2012, 07:36 PM	#9
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	yes! thanks, spacers? How do St's compare?

06-30-2012, 11:02 AM	#11
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	Thanks man! Everything I read - ppl say ST's = KW, and they are the same company (which is true), however, they differ in weight by ALMOST 10 lbs (FWIR). That being said, different materials/components must be at play, and they cannot be equivalent (price alone tells me this) I think Im going KW. Thanks guys. Best Price I have found is 1286.49 - anyone do better?

07-01-2012, 03:49 PM	#14
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	Thanks, Ill shop a bit more.

07-02-2012, 07:28 AM	#16
KennyPowers Lieutenant Colonel Drives: BMW Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gulf Coast Posts: 1,871 iTrader: (11)	Those I think are hre p40s Badass, and expensive, wheels They could also be a custom set of morr vs8.2, not sure from just one pic

07-02-2012, 04:14 PM	#17
geared Lieutenant Drives: No car Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: jupiter, fl Posts: 404 iTrader: (1)	look like vmr 710's to me ....

07-09-2012, 09:52 PM	#19
Just1 Private Drives: 2012 135i M package Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: NC Posts: 98 iTrader: (1)	I will have ST coil for sale soon for $650 with less than 1000 miles on it. I am upgrade to AST

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