H&R Springs for the 135i and other parts already bought

[eunosracr]

H&R Springs are out for the 135i. http://hrsprings.com/scripts/appguid...BMW%20|%20135i

I'm already buying parts for the car. Im ordering the springs, got the air filter, AA blow off valve for starters. Am I nuts?

[1ster]

Originally Posted by eunosracr

Am I nuts?

Yes. You haven't even driven it yet. How do you know it needs to be modified?

[eunosracr]

I modify all my cars. Its my hobby. Something can always be improved.

[9600baud]

Nice find, I wonder how the stock shocks will respond to the springs. I'm hoping for a subtle 1 - 1.5" drop, BMW is known for doing an excellent job in keeping wheelgap at a minimum

[eunosracr]

Sport springs drop it 1.4 in front , 1.3 in rear. Should sit quite nicely.

[1ster]

Originally Posted by eunosracr

I modify all my cars. Its my hobby. Something can always be improved.

But how do you know what needs improving until you've driven it? Isn't this like saying a girl needs a boob job before you've even laid eyes on her?

[Harold]

Originally Posted by 1ster

But how do you know what needs improving until you've driven it? Isn't this like saying a girl needs a boob job before you've even laid eyes on her?

If he's doing it for the lowering, then he doesn't need to have driven it :biggrin:

[eunosracr]

I hear what you are saying but springs are a modification done for aesthetics as well as for performance. I just like the look of a lowered car much better. I cant stand the wheel gap. Hence the purchase of the springs even before I drive the car. Im going to slap on 19s as soon as I get the car so lowering is a must.

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by Harold

If he's doing it for the lowering, then he doesn't need to have driven it :biggrin:

Exactly.

[BMWeber]

Originally Posted by 9600baud

Nice find, I wonder how the stock shocks will respond to the springs. I'm hoping for a subtle 1 - 1.5" drop, BMW is known for doing an excellent job in keeping wheelgap at a minimum

most stock shocks are not even suitable for stock spring rates. I would never change springs without a better shock. so I'd go for the complete coil over kit

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by BMWeber

most stock shocks are not even suitable for stock spring rates. I would never change springs without a better shock.

Do you think this apllies to track and street use? I have always changed only the springs on all my cars and have never had a problem with blown shocks or degraded handling over time. Then again I dont track my cars. Stricty street use and avoiding potholes like mad.

[BForbes]

I'm too much of a wuss to buy springs without seeing the car IRL. But I will say that they are on my short list of mods. Post up when you have it done!

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by onehots2k

I'm too much of a wuss to buy springs without seeing the car IRL. But I will say that they are on my short list of mods. Post up when you have it done!

This is the kind of drop I am going for. Looks perfect IMHO.

[BForbes]

^^That color hurts my brain but that does look quite nice. Do you know if the sport package on the 135i lowers it anymore?

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by onehots2k

^^That color hurts my brain but that does look quite nice. Do you know if the sport package on the 135i lowers it anymore?

Unfortunately I dont. My sentiments about that color are the same. I just posted a photoshop request to have that pic duplicated in Alpine White. That would be so money.

[marcosowns]

Seems like a bad idea to already be buying aftermarket parts for a car that you have neither seen in person or driven, but that's just me..

[BForbes]

Originally Posted by eunosracr

Unfortunately I dont. My sentiments about that color are the same. I just posted a photoshop request to have that pic duplicated in Alpine White. That would be so money.

Yes it would!!!!!:biggrin:

[BMWeber]

Originally Posted by eunosracr

H&R Springs are out for the 135i. http://hrsprings.com/scripts/appguide.php?Mode=Application+Guide&SubMode=Find2& Year=2007&ModelID=568&q=2007%20|%20BMW%20|%20135i

I'm already buying parts for the car. Im ordering the springs, got the air filter, AA blow off valve for starters. Am I nuts?

I would have to say your a little nuts. man after my own hart but a little nuts. I'd personally wait and see what comes available before buying one thing. but then again you really cant go wrong with H&R.

[eunosracr]

I have always sworn by H&Rs. Have used them for years. They have never failed me. Knock on wood haha.

[BMWeber]

Originally Posted by eunosracr

Do you think this apllies to track and street use? I have always changed only the springs on all my cars and have never had a problem with blown shocks or degraded handling over time. Then again I dont track my cars. Stricty street use and avoiding potholes like mad.

it all depends on the roads you drive and your driving style. smooth roads and and less aggressive driving style and you can get away with more. one problem is you loose suspension travel so a shock with a shorter shaft such as a bilstein sport is always a good idea when lowering a car.

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by BMWeber

it all depends on the roads you drive and your driving style. smooth roads and and less aggressive driving style and you can get away with more. one problem is you loose suspension travel so a shock with a shorter shaft such as a bilstein sport is always a good idea when lowering a car.

Agreed.

[eunosracr]

Originally Posted by marcosowns

Seems like a bad idea to already be buying aftermarket parts for a car that you have neither seen in person or driven, but that's just me..

If for whatever reason I end up not buying the 135i (something which i highly doubt), I dont think i will have a hard time moving a set of brand new H&Rs and brand new AA blow off valve for this car on ebay or on this forum or on e90post for that matter.