02-13-2014, 07:08 PM | #1 |
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Bilstein PSS10 Coilovers
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I recently put in an order for a set of Bilstein PSS10 Coilover for my 335i. But I got an email from the vendor saying that it is on back order for a few weeks. Although I'm not in an extreme hurry to get the coilovers, I don't like being in the situation of having paid for something on back order. I've been in situations before where it has dragged on for months/years. SO... I've been thinking of other options for suspension. I'm reading positive reviews for the Bilstien B8 + H&R combo, but the descriptions are very "personal tolerance" descriptions at best. I've already had a set of H&R Sport springs + OEM struts and to me, the ride quality was not satisfactory so I'm wary of going down that road again. I am look for a lowered look with as close to stock comfort as possible. Should I just wait for the PSS10 or try something else? Last edited by x.shell; 02-28-2014 at 10:20 PM.. |
02-16-2014, 12:51 PM | #2 |
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You should wait. I use the "manual version" of the B16 PSS10. This was chosen because the electrical,- the one with the remote controlled damping only has three settings. It's much more fun having ten possible damping adjustments available versus 3. Please be advised that you can set the lowering to 25mm on the 30-50mm version. I've done so. Don't forget, the more you lower the harder the ride.. First mine went to 50mm in order to check the look of the car and stiffness. Nice look but tough ride. Wait! /Krelle |
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02-16-2014, 11:06 PM | #3 |
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WAIT... I had the PSS10s on my last car and I LOVED them... I have been planning on putting them on my F30 since I bought it Nov 2012. I stayed in touch with Bilstein waiting for them to get a release date on the system for the F30 and they finally released them summer 2013... Im still planning on getting them, but lost my job in Sept and havent been able to as of yet. Just wait, they will be available soon... And have fun with them!!
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02-18-2014, 11:58 AM | #4 | |
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I decided to wait for the PSS10s to come in from back order. I'm not in a rush, but I am pretty excited about getting them in. |
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02-28-2014, 10:22 PM | #6 |
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They have arrived. So far I am very impressed by the build quality. I will try to get them installed tomorrow in the garage. I hope the rain lets up a little bit.
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03-04-2014, 11:20 PM | #7 |
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03-04-2014, 11:59 PM | #8 |
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I have them and love them (aside from the noise, which may not be directly related to them). They ride and handle well, took them to the track and the car drives feels much more stable pushing it hard in turns.
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03-05-2014, 12:01 AM | #9 | |
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Once I have the top hats, installation should take about 2 hours with my tools at home. |
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03-05-2014, 09:26 PM | #10 |
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I actually did it with a spring compressor that looks like this.
Fronts went in pretty quick, but the rears were a pain in the ass. I couldn't get a good even compression on the spring perch so the large bolt holes wouldn't lined up with the ball joint. Dialing in the perfect height was also tedious, and my garage was not perfectly leveled. |
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03-05-2014, 11:07 PM | #11 | |
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This is the same compressor I have. I was not able to take enough tension off the top hat to safely remove it. I hear you on the rears being a PITA to adjust. This is the reason why I have so much experience uninstalling/installing the suspension on my F30. I've had to take it apart so many times to get the perfect height. I would greatly appreciate it if you would do me a huge favor. If you could simply snap a photo of your car from the side view along with a pic of the rear perch? This way I can see how far I have to adjust the coils to get the desired height. It would potentially save me a tremendous amount of time and I would be eternally grateful. |
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03-06-2014, 10:41 AM | #12 |
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H&R/Eibach springs are horrible though improvements might be better with the right struts. I'd wait for the coil overs if it was me.
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03-07-2014, 12:17 PM | #13 | |
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In order not to waste this beatiful kit, and get the full benefit you need to be carefull about following: - Disconnect the battery if you have xenon. -Adjust tire pressure correct for even alignment. -Totally flat surface for the adjustment of spring height. -Directional references (left right, front rear) are always with ref. to the driving direction. -Read the manual. Follow the tightening procedure carefully. -adjust the spring height to 50mm and drivee the car for a day or so. If you're satisfied with the height you can finally adjust/check caster & camber with ref. to the manufacturer’s specifications. - Have your local workshop check your braking system. -Check and adjust headlight setting depending on your configuration. Then you're good to go. I re-adjusted mine to 25mm, as I felt this was where I got the best road feeling. I have attached some pics of the lowering shown on 18" Winter alu. It looks much better on 20" though. It's no lowrider as I like driving -not just the looks. Above is just for info. Take it or scrap it. / Krelle |
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03-07-2014, 05:51 PM | #14 | |
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03-08-2014, 12:40 AM | #15 |
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The springs can be adjusted so the car is lowered between 30-50mm according to specs. However the manufatorer say's ok for 25 mm as well.
That is what the 25mm refers to. /Krelle |
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03-08-2014, 02:47 AM | #17 | |
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And I have no difficulties driving in snow when we go to Sweden for the winter holidays ie no ploughing :-) No profile pics available, maybe later. /Krelle |
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And I have no difficulties driving in snow when we go to Sweden for the winter holidays ie no ploughing :-) No profile pics available, maybe later. /Krelle |
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As far as I remember though you can't see on the threads how high/low you are when you adjust it so how did you know that you are at 25mm? Did you measure before and after (fender to ground)? |
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03-08-2014, 04:16 AM | #20 | |
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#¤% Damn I was in Gothenburg in February.. I put a piece of tape on each fender. Set a mark and used a home made fixed installation of a certain length + a caliper for a precise measurement. ( 5-10 ltr of Vpower in the tank only in order not to influence). I lowered 50 mm, drove the car some and raised it 25mm. /Krelle |
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03-08-2014, 04:49 AM | #22 |
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I thought so, I'd but I take it for a 10 minute ride anyway and re-check the adjustment.
That is "Fingerspitzgefühl" and you're within 1/10mm. By the way. Do you plan to have it on dyno after the PPK install? |
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