H&R Super Sport Springs on stock shocks

Jeonglefever · 09-14-2014, 06:33 PM

Im planning to put H&R Super Sport Springs on my F30 while keeping my stock shocks for now. Does anyone have any experience with the ride? Any problems with riding on these springs on shock springs?

Hernandiaz11 · 09-22-2014, 09:33 AM

x2, I'm curious as I plan on doing the same thing.

EDIT: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...hlight=springs

rustyminded · 09-22-2014, 10:12 AM

I did the sport only with stock shocks along with wheel spacers, I say it's pretty worth it a little stiff but acceptable, I think super sport will be unforgiving for a daily driver especially in a curbed roads.

rjpeaks · 09-22-2014, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Hernandiaz11

x2, I'm curious as I plan on doing the same thing.

EDIT: http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...hlight=springs

me too - very soon.

i sent the thread to my shop. they just did it to a 528, springs and spacers.

rxander · 09-30-2014, 10:06 PM

Spend a little more and and get the Bilstein rear shocks to go with the springs. It will be worth it in the long run.

tallshortguy · 10-01-2014, 02:11 PM

So would it be better to install the 704 sport suspension shocks or put aftermarket springs (dinan/H&R) on the stock shocks in terms of improved handling while maintaining decent ride quality?

mischiefbenz · 10-04-2014, 08:10 AM

I've been running h&r super sport springs on my stock dhp suspension for almost a year now. The ride in comfort and sport mode mode are fine and not punishing at all. I would recommend it.

Labeef · 10-04-2014, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tallshortguy

So would it be better to install the 704 sport suspension shocks or put aftermarket springs (dinan/H&R) on the stock shocks in terms of improved handling while maintaining decent ride quality?

Shocks will always complement springs. They are designed to run higher rates and different travel, which will be changed since the spring is shorter.

I wish they made Koni Yellows for our cars. I would buy ASAP.

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 10-06-2014, 01:02 PM

It always depends on your sensitivity but plan on the ride being stiffer then stock.

Bimmer4Life · 10-14-2014, 02:34 AM

If i install the H&R Super Sport springs or any other aftermarket springs on my F30 328i, Will it void my warranty???

Nowayman1 · 10-16-2014, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mischiefbenz

I've been running h&r super sport springs on my stock dhp suspension for almost a year now. The ride in comfort and sport mode mode are fine and not punishing at all. I would recommend it.

Are you also using spacers? If so whats you're experiences? I have an F32 with Super sport springs.... I ordered and fitted them by accident as I wanted to go with Sport springs... However having got over the initial unexpected lowered look the handling and look is great. However I have a large gap now between the tire and arches.....

I have M442 wheels and trying to work out what spacers to put on.... Would be great to get first hand experience.

mischiefbenz · 10-18-2014, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Nowayman1

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Originally Posted by mischiefbenz

I've been running h&r super sport springs on my stock dhp suspension for almost a year now. The ride in comfort and sport mode mode are fine and not punishing at all. I would recommend it.

Are you also using spacers? If so whats you're experiences? I have an F32 with Super sport springs.... I ordered and fitted them by accident as I wanted to go with Sport springs... However having got over the initial unexpected lowered look the handling and look is great. However I have a large gap now between the tire and arches.....

I have M442 wheels and trying to work out what spacers to put on.... Would be great to get first hand experience.

I am not using spacers, however I'm also not running stock wheels either. I have a set of 19' forgestar cf10's on my car. the fitment is perfect.

dexta · 11-01-2014, 12:13 PM

This might be a stupid question, but would replacing the springs (e.g. H&R) affect the adaptive suspension function (e.g. eco, comfort or sports).

I have heard that inserting coilovers could void the system.

thx

henryeeex · 11-02-2014, 12:37 AM

As long as you leave the ZHP dampers in the car, you will still have edc. If you take those dampers out (coil overs), obviously you won't have the edc anymore.

Bee Pee · 11-02-2014, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dexta

This might be a stupid question, but would replacing the springs (e.g. H&R) affect the adaptive suspension function (e.g. eco, comfort or sports).

I have heard that inserting coilovers could void the system.

thx

I have H&R sport springs on my adaptive m135i here in the UK.

Works a treat in all modes and stance is spot on in my eyes, see for yourself

infinitigor · 11-03-2014, 01:29 PM

More aggressive springs with stock shocks is a no-go in my book. The ride will be more bouncy / stiffer, the stock shocks were not made for the aggressive springs & will wear out much faster, and the handling wont necessarily get that much better if not worse.

Just upgrading springs is probably worse in areas with bad roads, but wont be as bad in places with decent roads. Do it right and get shocks made for more aggressive springs, or dont do it all.

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rustyminded Major 248 Rep 1,436 Posts Drives: BMW 328i Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: C iTrader: (0)	I did the sport only with stock shocks along with wheel spacers, I say it's pretty worth it a little stiff but acceptable, I think super sport will be unforgiving for a daily driver especially in a curbed roads. __________________ F30 328i - 8 auto.. JB4-EWG harness, OCC, Injen Intake, AFE Scoop, AFE dp, AA axle-back - H&R springs, H&R Rear SB, Front Strut, F&R BMS spacers..
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rxander Lieutenant 16 Rep 478 Posts Drives: F30 Alpine White Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	Spend a little more and and get the Bilstein rear shocks to go with the springs. It will be worth it in the long run.
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mischiefbenz Private First Class 27 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2017 F80 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	I've been running h&r super sport springs on my stock dhp suspension for almost a year now. The ride in comfort and sport mode mode are fine and not punishing at all. I would recommend it.
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Jeff@TopGearSolutions 3441 Rep 79,211 Posts Drives: C6 Z06, 09 335i, 10 335xi Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: www.TopGearSolutions.com iTrader: (37)	It always depends on your sensitivity but plan on the ride being stiffer then stock.
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Bimmer4Life Private First Class 2 Rep 108 Posts Drives: Alpine White F30 328i Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Fort Lauderdale iTrader: (0)	If i install the H&R Super Sport springs or any other aftermarket springs on my F30 328i, Will it void my warranty???
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dexta New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: F32 428i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Hong Kong iTrader: (0)	This might be a stupid question, but would replacing the springs (e.g. H&R) affect the adaptive suspension function (e.g. eco, comfort or sports). I have heard that inserting coilovers could void the system. thx
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henryeeex Private First Class 41 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 2013 335i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: California iTrader: (1)	As long as you leave the ZHP dampers in the car, you will still have edc. If you take those dampers out (coil overs), obviously you won't have the edc anymore.
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infinitigor Major 117 Rep 1,027 Posts Drives: 2023 M3C, 2010 E350 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Houston / NYC iTrader: (8)	More aggressive springs with stock shocks is a no-go in my book. The ride will be more bouncy / stiffer, the stock shocks were not made for the aggressive springs & will wear out much faster, and the handling wont necessarily get that much better if not worse. Just upgrading springs is probably worse in areas with bad roads, but wont be as bad in places with decent roads. Do it right and get shocks made for more aggressive springs, or dont do it all. __________________ Positive Momentum
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