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      04-01-2019, 01:13 PM   #1
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Drives: 2015 328iX F31
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Temecula, CA

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Information regarding F31 specific coilovers / suspension & what I know



Springs & Struts:

ACS springs $320.00 - Bad reverse rake (Previously owned these) For those who aren't aware, they are rebranded Eibach springs - Appear to have been discontinued

RS-R Ti2000 springs $339.00 - No information

H&R springs $248.75 - Too low for stock dampers, it causes a bouncy ride as your strut is effectively too soft to dampen the spring movement. A possibility with Bilstien B8 or B6.

Eibach springs $239.00 - U.S. Website doesn't even list F31, European website lists two springs options (0.8"/0.6") with two variations, one has higher load front springs. I listed the eBay link where I purchased my set Part# E10-20-031-14-22.

Koni special active/ Koni sport struts $686.24, $812.00 - Special active struts seem viable, sport struts good for drops exceeding 1"

Bilstein B4/B6/B8 struts $426.00, $706.02, $776.00 - Good option to use B6/B8 for lowering springs. B4 is an OEM replacement but is OK with ACS/Eibach



Affordable coilovers:

ST coilovers $892.49 - Same as KW V1 minus the coating

Bilstein B14 PSS coilovers $1044.00 - Have heard people who experienced coil binding/chaffing

BC racing coilovers $1050.00 - Not the best quality and poor customer service, is there even f31 x-drive coilovers from them? This is a possible option if you don't mind some drawbacks in quality

Ksport coilovers $935.00 - Never seen anyone try these, personally not a fan of the clamp style attachment for the brake line

CATuned coilovers $1250.00 - Also no info on anyone running these.




Pricier coilovers:

H&R coilovers $1414.95 (Currently running these) They are fairly stiff, not for those seeking comfort. But a solid build with a competitive price point.

Bilstein B16 coilovers $2034.00

Bilstein clubsport coilovers $4208.00

KW V1 coilovers $1444.99 - Coil bind/chaffing? adjusted through preload and not shock body, slammed in the rear (at max height)

KW V2/ KW V3 coilovers - $1827.49 , $2294.99

KW Street comfort coilovers $1886.99

KW DDC coilovers $3459.99



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