Bilstein b12 or ST Speedtech Coilovers?

[submarshall]

I dont know too much about suspension upgrades so I would like to hear it from you guys. Which set up would you rather go with...Bilstein b12 Pro Complete Suspension Kit 46-180537 or ST Speedtech Coilovers>

[Rob Daman]

you'll need to figure out first if you like the B12 height since it's not adjustable.

I'm not sure how those ST perform but it seems like a lot of owners like the B12 plus the shocks have a lifetime warranty.

[ItsHectic]

Do they really have a lifetime warranty?

So if they go bouncy after 200,000kms Bilstein will just replace them? I find that hard to believe... there has to be some limitations?

[Rob Daman]

Originally Posted by ItsHectic

Do they really have a lifetime warranty?

So if they go bouncy after 200,000kms Bilstein will just replace them? I find that hard to believe... there has to be some limitations?

Check it out...

http://www.bilsteinus.com/products/s...vice/warranty/

WARRANTY DETAILS FOR TC (B4) / C / HD (B6) / Sport (B8) / BTS (B12) / PSS (B14) / PSS9 & PSS10 (B16) / 5100 (Application Specific) GAS PRESSURE SHOCKS
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Bilstein warrants to the original retail purchaser that, for the life of each Gas Pressure Shock, this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. Proof of purchase is required process warranty. Please return product to the original place of purchase.

[3002 tii]

A lot of companies actually offer lifetime warranty, the question is which of them are good about following through and servicing? Also, even if you do get them replaced keep in mind you'll need to send them in for inspection so what are going to use in the meantime? My point is even if lifetime warranty is available, it might not be convenient/practical to use it so I'd be more concerned with long term reliability and longevity, and in that regard Bilstein is still top notch.

I'm assuming Plano, TX doesn't get much rain? I only comment because I think the difference between ST and KW V1 is the corrosion / rust resistance so if you get rain/snow/salt, you might want to look at something else over ST's.

[ItsHectic]

Its a limited lifetime warranty, I dont think shocks can be expected to last more than 100,000kms depending on how your roads are.

The limited warranties set forth above do not cover normal wear and tear and are non-transferable.

[submarshall]

Thanks for all of your input fellas.

[TwinTurboed]

Which one did you go with? I have the B12 kit in my garage waiting to be installed...

[submarshall]

Originally Posted by TwinTurboed

Which one did you go with? I have the B12 kit in my garage waiting to be installed...

I havent made a decision yet. But i think im going to go with the B12's due to not really wanting my car lowered anymore that 1.2"s anyways. where did you buy them from?

[TwinTurboed]

Originally Posted by submarshall

I havent made a decision yet. But i think im going to go with the B12's due to not really wanting my car lowered anymore that 1.2"s anyways. where did you buy them from?

B12s are the best option IMO if you are not into adjusting and stuff. I love just setting it once and not having to worry too much about adjustments.

Everyone that had the B12 kits on their car loved them (I searched for this setup on various BMW and other brand forums).

The best price I got them for is $757 shipped from AJUSA (http://www.ajusa.com/Bilstein-46-180...it-acb089.html). Took 3 weeks to ship and I had a great experience with their service.