'13 F30 Xdrive springs--H&R Now available!

PabloK · 07-31-2013, 03:50 PM

What's the price on these? And how is the ride with x-drive adaptive drive?

Thanks!!!!

J-boogey · 07-31-2013, 09:55 PM

Got the springs installed today. Here are before and after pics from the shops Facebook page. Looks good I love it. Less body roll as well.

https://www.facebook.com/mncperformance

gamechanger · 08-01-2013, 12:19 PM

Got the springs a few hrs ago, car is at the shop getting it installed!!
Can't wait to drop the 4x4 status

jasonF30 · 08-01-2013, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by J-boogey

Got the springs installed today. Here are before and after pics from the shops Facebook page. Looks good I love it. Less body roll as well.

https://www.facebook.com/mncperformance

Looks much better!! Now you just need some 19" wheels

johndeere · 08-02-2013, 07:22 AM

Rich, is it still possible to order? Sent you a PM yesterday.

drob23 · 08-02-2013, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by J-boogey

Got the springs installed today. Here are before and after pics from the shops Facebook page. Looks good I love it. Less body roll as well.

https://www.facebook.com/mncperformance

Nice looking drop...agreed that now you need some nice wheels to fill it out. If it was me, I'd go for a staggered setup with super deep concave wheels in the back, maybe 19x10 or 19x10.5 Forgestar F14's like jamesonsViggen. Your F30 can def handle a wide tire too!

avantix · 08-02-2013, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J-boogey

Got the springs installed today. Here are before and after pics from the shops Facebook page. Looks good I love it. Less body roll as well.

https://www.facebook.com/mncperformance

How many hours did it take to install them? Car looks great by the way and I agree a nice set of 19s would complete it.

bp1 · 08-02-2013, 01:18 PM

I'd like a set as well if they're still available

richb811 · 08-02-2013, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 3magine

Rich, is it still possible to order? Sent you a PM yesterday.

Yes sir, Sent you a PM back

gamechanger · 08-03-2013, 09:34 AM

You can see more pictures in the "F30/F32 Photo, Video, Media Gallery, Journals "

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After

J-boogey · 08-03-2013, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drob23

Nice looking drop...agreed that now you need some nice wheels to fill it out. If it was me, I'd go for a staggered setup with super deep concave wheels in the back, maybe 19x10 or 19x10.5 Forgestar F14's like jamesonsViggen. Your F30 can def handle a wide tire too!

Cant afford new rims I'm still in college and I'm paying for my car. I'll probably throw spacers on in a week once the springs settle.

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Originally Posted by avantix

How many hours did it take to install them? Car looks great by the way and I agree a nice set of 19s would complete it.

It took an hour for my mechanic to install em. he's a master bmw tech.

drob23 · 08-03-2013, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by gamechanger

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Very nice stance

Wheels remind me of a C63, looks great.

dude987 · 08-04-2013, 08:31 AM

Great thread. I'm want to lower the suspension on my 335i xDrive w/DHP.

However I can hear a audible clicking sound every time I turn the steering 3/4 or a turn to the left. I first heard it in a concrete public garage where I was turning left and the sound was bouncing off the concrete walls. Took it in to the BMW dealership and they checked it out only to tell me that the clicking sound is normal and that it happens whether I'm turning the steering to the left or right. At about 10 mph, it clicks about 2 to 3 times per second.

Not fully convinced that it's normal. If I change the springs not to H&R, I'm afraid they would use it against me and say that the aftermarket springs are the cause of the problem.

As others have posted on this thread, the only other concern is potential longterm adverse affect on the the drivetrain and CV joints.

Definitely would like to lower the suspension along with 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rear wheels.

With non-RFT's, the road handling and feel is exceptional with DHP. It seems the road handling and feel is more related to the combined balance of chassis, suspension, and tires. Mutually exclusive is the steering feel which can feel somewhat artificial at times.

If I knew for certain about non adverse affects on drivetrain and CV joint, I would be all over this in a heartbeat. But the truth is I am concerned about this and as such holding out for now.

sorzy · 08-04-2013, 01:14 PM

H&R springs installed this week on my 328ix. Front was lowered 26mm and rear 31 mm.

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btbossman · 08-04-2013, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by sorzy

H&R springs installed this week on my 328ix. Front was lowered 26mm and rear 31 mm.

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Looks great! I guess I really do need these.

richb811 · 08-06-2013, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by gamechanger

You can see more pictures in the "F30/F32 Photo, Video, Media Gallery, Journals "

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Sexy

reidpath · 08-06-2013, 09:13 PM

Did any one have any issues doing the DIY for the xdrive install? I'm ready to do the sway bar removal and the spring compression but I am worried the drive axel for the xdrive won't let the strut out all the way once I get the spring compressed on the front.

Any ideas?

EJRAMOS80 · 08-09-2013, 04:01 PM

Rich,
What is the recommended bolt size if I wanted to do 15mm spacers all the way around and is this safe to do with xdrive springs installed on an f30?
Will 15mm cause any issues ?

BTW I got my springs installed, it looks and feels much better!

richb811 · 08-10-2013, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by EJRAMOS80

Rich,
What is the recommended bolt size if I wanted to do 15mm spacers all the way around and is this safe to do with xdrive springs installed on an f30?
Will 15mm cause any issues ?

BTW I got my springs installed, it looks and feels much better!

EJ - Measure the length of the bolt thread from the beginning of the bolt to where it starts to taper. Add 15mm and you have the required spacer size for your setup.

J-boogey · 08-11-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by reidpath

Did any one have any issues doing the DIY for the xdrive install? I'm ready to do the sway bar removal and the spring compression but I am worried the drive axel for the xdrive won't let the strut out all the way once I get the spring compressed on the front.

Any ideas?

+1 not sure what spacers to get. I'm running an 18 225 square set up.

richb811 · 08-14-2013, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by J-boogey

+1 not sure what spacers to get. I'm running an 18 225 square set up.

13 Front, 15 rear appears to the be consensus as the best all around fitment for the car.

H&R is even making a new spacer specifically for the 13mm application

overkill1125 · 09-03-2013, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sorzy

H&R springs installed this week on my 328ix. Front was lowered 26mm and rear 31 mm.

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Nice height! How's the ride quality? Is it a lot more bouncy now

07-31-2013, 03:50 PM	#309
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J-boogey Major 70 Rep 1,339 Posts Drives: F30 335xi Msport Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oceanside, New York iTrader: (3)	Got the springs installed today. Here are before and after pics from the shops Facebook page. Looks good I love it. Less body roll as well. https://www.facebook.com/mncperformance __________________ 2013 F30 335i xdrive \| Estoril Blue \| Black Dakota Leather \| Aluminum Hexagon trim \| M-Sport \| Cold weather \| DHP \| Premium package \| Tech package \| Harmon Kardon \| PDC \| Rearview Cam \| IND Painted reflectors \| BMW performance grills \| JB4 stage 2 \| ER downpipe \| BMS Intake \| H&R sport springs
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08-01-2013, 12:19 PM	#311
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dude987 Second Lieutenant 41 Rep 244 Posts Drives: BMW 335i xDrive M-Sport DHP Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Stuttgart iTrader: (0)	Great thread. I'm want to lower the suspension on my 335i xDrive w/DHP. However I can hear a audible clicking sound every time I turn the steering 3/4 or a turn to the left. I first heard it in a concrete public garage where I was turning left and the sound was bouncing off the concrete walls. Took it in to the BMW dealership and they checked it out only to tell me that the clicking sound is normal and that it happens whether I'm turning the steering to the left or right. At about 10 mph, it clicks about 2 to 3 times per second. Not fully convinced that it's normal. If I change the springs not to H&R, I'm afraid they would use it against me and say that the aftermarket springs are the cause of the problem. As others have posted on this thread, the only other concern is potential longterm adverse affect on the the drivetrain and CV joints. Definitely would like to lower the suspension along with 19x8.5 front and 19x9.5 rear wheels. With non-RFT's, the road handling and feel is exceptional with DHP. It seems the road handling and feel is more related to the combined balance of chassis, suspension, and tires. Mutually exclusive is the steering feel which can feel somewhat artificial at times. If I knew for certain about non adverse affects on drivetrain and CV joint, I would be all over this in a heartbeat. But the truth is I am concerned about this and as such holding out for now. Last edited by dude987; 08-04-2013 at 11:23 AM..
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sorzy New Member 1 Rep 21 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 328ix Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Oslo iTrader: (0)	H&R springs installed this week on my 328ix. Front was lowered 26mm and rear 31 mm. Before: After:
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reidpath Private 9 Rep 94 Posts Drives: 328i Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: DC/Maryland iTrader: (0)	Did any one have any issues doing the DIY for the xdrive install? I'm ready to do the sway bar removal and the spring compression but I am worried the drive axel for the xdrive won't let the strut out all the way once I get the spring compressed on the front. Any ideas?
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EJRAMOS80 New Member 2 Rep 7 Posts Drives: f30 335xi Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: NY Tri State iTrader: (0)	spacers Rich, What is the recommended bolt size if I wanted to do 15mm spacers all the way around and is this safe to do with xdrive springs installed on an f30? Will 15mm cause any issues ? BTW I got my springs installed, it looks and feels much better!
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