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chrisN · 06-11-2012, 03:42 AM

is jap an offensive term? lol

Everfly · 06-11-2012, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by chrisN

is jap an offensive term? lol

"pearl harbor"

Gnip Gnop · 06-11-2012, 08:55 PM

does anyone have these coilovers? h&r premium performance. i might buy them tonight unless i find any bad reviews

Gnip Gnop · 06-14-2012, 08:54 AM

Finally ordered some coilovers. TC Kline single adjustable. Excited to install them and see what they are like.

Focusedintntions · 06-14-2012, 08:56 AM

Good choice!

KennyPowers · 06-14-2012, 09:20 AM

^^^^^^

x2, you will not regret your choice. much much better product than st coilovers

Gnip Gnop · 06-14-2012, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by KennyPowers

^^^^^^

x2, you will not regret your choice. much much better product than st coilovers

The ST seem to be a good bang for your buck, but the TC Kline is going to be great for autox and with the adjustable rebound, will be great for DD duty.

1speedbike · 06-14-2012, 03:26 PM

Good to know you made a decision

TC Kline are definitely more track oriented than the street oriented STs. I'm sure you'll be happy, but in NJ on 19" wheels, my butt would get sore

congrats!!

KennyPowers · 06-14-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 1speedbike

Good to know you made a decision

TC Kline are definitely more track oriented than the street oriented STs. I'm sure you'll be happy, but in NJ on 19" wheels, my butt would get sore

congrats!!

TCK are more comfortable than stv1, ive owned both on the same car

TCK are more comfortable because the struts and shocks are shortened and custom valved for the spring rates you choose.

TCK with a moderate spring rate rides better than stock, or did on my m3. They also are adjustable for compression which helps a lot.

They *can* be more track oriented totally dependent on spring rate. Even with a street spec spring rate, the handling differences are very noticeable and impressive.

_Ryan_ · 06-14-2012, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by _Ryan_

This man speaks the truth.

I have run jap coilovers and many matched shock and spring kits.

I'll probably put the B12 pro kit(Bilstein/eibach) in my 130i.

I realize you are an Aussie but "Jap" is a derogatory term here in the States. Please edit your post or take your racist comments somewhere else.

It is simply an abbreviation much like "Aussie" over here. Edit your post and take your whinging somewhere else.

fboutlaw · 06-16-2012, 02:32 AM

Hey, has anyone run multiple versions of the "high performance" coilovers
- KW V2
- TC Kline
- Ohlins
- Moton's

Would appreciate if anyone had a comparison.

Looking to upgrade from Dinan S2 (Koni Yellows custom valved with Dinan springs) to a set that is more track / autox friendly. Getting a lot of lean in corners still.

sharkatron · 06-16-2012, 09:31 AM

What about the kw clubsports? I've searched threads but can't really find much info on them. I've heard (heresay) that though they are firm and great for the track, they aren't too firm for a dd? Thoughts?

Ah yeah - and would it be overkill to later do the m3 suspension conversion? I know it's big bucks, but hey, I don't know of anyone that's tried it. Please point the noob in the right direction if there is a thread on this.

Gnip Gnop · 06-16-2012, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fboutlaw

Hey, has anyone run multiple versions of the "high performance" coilovers
- KW V2
- TC Kline
- Ohlins
- Moton's

Would appreciate if anyone had a comparison.

Looking to upgrade from Dinan S2 (Koni Yellows custom valved with Dinan springs) to a set that is more track / autox friendly. Getting a lot of lean in corners still.

I think majority will say go with ohlins. I will do a review of the TC Klines once installed in about a week

Gnip Gnop · 06-24-2012, 11:27 PM

Got the TC Kline single adjustable coilovers installed. The install went alright, took longer than i had expected it to.
The rear adjusters are very hard to adjust, you have to either remove the spring and adjuster, or somehow get the suspension to sag enough and just adjust it while it is still installed. So far that is the only negative thing I have to say about them. I didnt drive it much because it needs an alignment, but so far it handles very well.
I have the rebound set 1/4 firm, so the ride is very comfortable. Reduced body roll was the first thing I noticed. I will write a better review after they settle and the car gets an alignment. I also may do some minor adjustments tomorrow. Right now, the rear is slightly lower than the front.

Everfly · 06-28-2012, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gnip Gnop

Got the TC Kline single adjustable coilovers installed. The install went alright, took longer than i had expected it to.
The rear adjusters are very hard to adjust, you have to either remove the spring and adjuster, or somehow get the suspension to sag enough and just adjust it while it is still installed. So far that is the only negative thing I have to say about them. I didnt drive it much because it needs an alignment, but so far it handles very well.
I have the rebound set 1/4 firm, so the ride is very comfortable. Reduced body roll was the first thing I noticed. I will write a better review after they settle and the car gets an alignment. I also may do some minor adjustments tomorrow. Right now, the rear is slightly lower than the front.

Now it does look good

Gnip Gnop · 06-29-2012, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Everfly

Now it does look good

Thanks! Handles very well too

Da _Grk_Tuner · 06-29-2012, 11:49 PM

how about Bilstien coil overs ? i don't see anyone talking about the pss9 or pss10??

MM135 · 07-02-2012, 06:31 PM

So read this whole thread and still don't feel like I have a solid answer...

My car is DD but I take it out to the mountain very often and feel the car under steers realllllly bad.

I want to help my handling on the mountain runs without lower the ride height and still keep it Semi-comfortable for every day driving... Performance on the runs is more important than comfort tho in my case....

What are te recommendations

Gnip Gnop · 07-02-2012, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MM135

So read this whole thread and still don't feel like I have a solid answer...

My car is DD but I take it out to the mountain very often and feel the car under steers realllllly bad.

I want to help my handling on the mountain runs without lower the ride height and still keep it Semi-comfortable for every day driving... Performance on the runs is more important than comfort tho in my case....

What are te recommendations

My only advice I can give is about tc klines. no more body roll, rebound and compression adjustability. I have it set softer so the ride is pretty comfortable. They don't go very low, and can be stock ride height if you want.

It seems everyone has a different opinion, but if you go with one of the high quality choices listed above, I'm sure you won't be disappointed

06-11-2012, 03:42 AM	#45
chrisN Lieutenant Drives: bmw 125i coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: sydney Posts: 497 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 125i [4.33]	is jap an offensive term? lol __________________

06-11-2012, 08:55 PM	#47
Gnip Gnop First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW 135i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 388 iTrader: (0)	does anyone have these coilovers? h&r premium performance. i might buy them tonight unless i find any bad reviews __________________

06-14-2012, 08:54 AM	#48
Gnip Gnop First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW 135i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 388 iTrader: (0)	Finally ordered some coilovers. TC Kline single adjustable. Excited to install them and see what they are like. __________________

06-14-2012, 08:56 AM	#49
Focusedintntions Colonel Drives: 2011 135i M-Sport :D Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NoVA Posts: 2,590 iTrader: (1)	Good choice! __________________ Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death… – Hunter Thompson

06-14-2012, 03:26 PM	#52
1speedbike Colonel Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NJ, NYC, Baltimore Posts: 2,923 iTrader: (14)	Good to know you made a decision TC Kline are definitely more track oriented than the street oriented STs. I'm sure you'll be happy, but in NJ on 19" wheels, my butt would get sore congrats!! __________________ Year 1 of the 1

06-14-2012, 09:20 AM	#50
KennyPowers Lieutenant Colonel Drives: Porsche 997TT 6MT Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gulf Coast Posts: 1,930 iTrader: (11)	^^^^^^ x2, you will not regret your choice. much much better product than st coilovers

06-16-2012, 02:32 AM	#55
fboutlaw Cone Cruncher Drives: Dinan 135i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Cupertino, CA Posts: 404 iTrader: (2)	Hey, has anyone run multiple versions of the "high performance" coilovers - KW V2 - TC Kline - Ohlins - Moton's Would appreciate if anyone had a comparison. Looking to upgrade from Dinan S2 (Koni Yellows custom valved with Dinan springs) to a set that is more track / autox friendly. Getting a lot of lean in corners still.

06-16-2012, 09:31 AM	#56
sharkatron Second Lieutenant Drives: `09 135i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Melbourne Posts: 275 iTrader: (0)	What about the kw clubsports? I've searched threads but can't really find much info on them. I've heard (heresay) that though they are firm and great for the track, they aren't too firm for a dd? Thoughts? Ah yeah - and would it be overkill to later do the m3 suspension conversion? I know it's big bucks, but hey, I don't know of anyone that's tried it. Please point the noob in the right direction if there is a thread on this.

06-24-2012, 11:27 PM	#58
Gnip Gnop First Lieutenant Drives: 2011 BMW 135i Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Woodbury, MN Posts: 388 iTrader: (0)	Got the TC Kline single adjustable coilovers installed. The install went alright, took longer than i had expected it to. The rear adjusters are very hard to adjust, you have to either remove the spring and adjuster, or somehow get the suspension to sag enough and just adjust it while it is still installed. So far that is the only negative thing I have to say about them. I didnt drive it much because it needs an alignment, but so far it handles very well. I have the rebound set 1/4 firm, so the ride is very comfortable. Reduced body roll was the first thing I noticed. I will write a better review after they settle and the car gets an alignment. I also may do some minor adjustments tomorrow. Right now, the rear is slightly lower than the front. __________________

06-29-2012, 11:49 PM	#61
Da _Grk_Tuner YEAR ONE OF THE ONE Drives: 135i tii Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 644 iTrader: (0)	how about Bilstien coil overs ? i don't see anyone talking about the pss9 or pss10??

07-02-2012, 06:31 PM	#62
MM135 Private First Class Drives: 2009 135i M-Sport Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 168 iTrader: (1)	So read this whole thread and still don't feel like I have a solid answer... My car is DD but I take it out to the mountain very often and feel the car under steers realllllly bad. I want to help my handling on the mountain runs without lower the ride height and still keep it Semi-comfortable for every day driving... Performance on the runs is more important than comfort tho in my case.... What are te recommendations __________________ 2009 AW 135i M-Sport - 6MT - The "PANDA BEAR" FBO Stg. 3 - e85 - Vorsteiner Carbon Fiber Hood - iCarbon Double Sided Carbon Fiber Trunk - ExoticsTuning Carbon Fiber Splitters - APEX EC-7's - Eibach Pro-Kit w/ Ground Control Camber Plates

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