Bc Racing Coilovers

Bimmer_pnoy · 06-13-2017, 12:06 PM

Has anyone had issues with camber after any coilovers install? I was looking at the BC setup and wondering what's everyone's thoughts.

zcspec · 06-13-2017, 01:38 PM

Anytime you raise or lower a vehicle, it's always recommended to have an alignment performed to correct any camber/toe issues. For a minimal drop, you might be able to get away with out one. However, what's cheaper in the long run: $100/alignment or a set of new tires due to mis-alignment?

With respect to the BC coils, I have heard good things about this manufacture as they not only make the setup for BMWs, but for many different vehicle brands. Personally, I would look into a set of coils which have a progressively rated spring, such as ones from Bilstein or H&R. Coils with progressive springs ride excellent when DD-ing, but stiffen up when you're driving spiritedly or at the track. Linear springs such as BC's have the same spring rate throughout the entire shock travel. This means they'll ride equally firm on the street, as they would on the track. It's just something for you to consider.

cola.p · 06-14-2017, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

Anytime you raise or lower a vehicle, it's always recommended to have an alignment performed to correct any camber/toe issues. For a minimal drop, you might be able to get away with out one. However, what's cheaper in the long run: $100/alignment or a set of new tires due to mis-alignment?

With respect to the BC coils, I have heard good things about this manufacture as they not only make the setup for BMWs, but for many different vehicle brands. Personally, I would look into a set of coils which have a progressively rated spring, such as ones from Bilstein or H&R. Coils with progressive springs ride excellent when DD-ing, but stiffen up when you're driving spiritedly or at the track. Linear springs such as BC's have the same spring rate throughout the entire shock travel. This means they'll ride equally firm on the street, as they would on the track. It's just something for you to consider.

Which one do you recommend for f30 between BC Coilovers or B8+H&R sport?

zcspec · 06-14-2017, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by cola.p

Which one do you recommend for f30 between BC Coilovers or B8+H&R sport?

If I were DD-ing my F30 with occasional spirited drives, I would go with either the Bilstein B10/B12 Pro Kit or H&R sport coils. As nice as BC's are, I just find them to be too stiff for DD use.

cola.p · 06-14-2017, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

If I were DD-ing my F30 with occasional spirited drives, I would go with either the Bilstein B10 or H&R sport coils. As nice as BC's are, I just find them to be too stiff for DD use.

zcspec, thank you for your quick reply.

Domotron · 06-15-2017, 08:00 PM

I just recently purchased BC racing coilovers for my 328xi will be installing them next week I will report back with my findings

Bimmer_pnoy · 06-16-2017, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

I just recently purchased BC racing coilovers for my 328xi will be installing them next week I will report back with my findings

Oh okay thanks man.

FeelinBlessed · 06-16-2017, 06:16 PM

I haven't seen anyone complain about BC coils in 370z forums and here

cola.p · 07-01-2017, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

I just recently purchased BC racing coilovers for my 328xi will be installing them next week I will report back with my findings

Have you installed BC yet? How was it?

zole2112 · 07-06-2017, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

I just recently purchased BC racing coilovers for my 328xi will be installing them next week I will report back with my findings

Have you installed your BC coilovers yet? I'm looking at them for my 335xi.

Thanks!

Domotron · 07-06-2017, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by zole2112

Have you installed your BC coilovers yet? I'm looking at them for my 335xi.

Thanks!

yes I did, currently having issues with rear coilovers ..making clucking noises on small bumps. Ive verified and everything is solid but still making those noises, all i did was raised them .75 inches thats all. Besides that is a good ride quality ...

zcspec · 07-06-2017, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

yes I did, currently having issues with rear coilovers ..making clucking noises on small bumps. Ive verified and everything is solid but still making those noises, all i did was raised them .75 inches thats all. Besides that is a good ride quality ...

Did you make sure to properly torque down the shock tophat nut? In many cases, people forget to torque these down. When your shock compresses/decompresses (IE, slowing going over a speed bump), it leaves "room" for the tophat to move around. This may be the case so double check.

Domotron · 07-06-2017, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

Did you make sure to properly torque down the shock tophat nut? In many cases, people forget to torque these down. When your shock compresses/decompresses (IE, slowing going over a speed bump), it leaves "room" for the tophat to move around. This may be the case so double check.

you know what that might be it....i did not torqued them down just got them tight but might be not tight enough....

zcspec · 07-06-2017, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

you know what that might be it....i did not torqued them down just got them tight but might be not tight enough....

Been there, done that. Experience is a valuable teacher.

Domotron · 07-06-2017, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

Been there, done that. Experience is a valuable teacher.

haha yeah damn i feel dumb lol btw any ideas on the torque spec for it ?

zcspec · 07-06-2017, 09:36 PM

Front tophaps should be torqued down to 47lbs while the rears are 28lbs.

Domotron · 07-09-2017, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

Front tophaps should be torqued down to 47lbs while the rears are 28lbs.

it worked man ! thanks again !

zcspec · 07-09-2017, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Domotron

it worked man ! thanks again !

BoostedUster · 07-10-2017, 06:43 PM

Just received my bc coilover br series with the extreme low package and upgraded swift springs hoping to put them in tomorrow if not definitely by the end of the week I'll give an update when complete

TMac335i · 08-14-2017, 10:30 AM

I have BC Coils and im a fan. For the price you can't beat them. no complaints about the ride either.

Lancelot · 08-14-2017, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by zcspec

Anytime you raise or lower a vehicle, it's always recommended to have an alignment performed to correct any camber/toe issues. For a minimal drop, you might be able to get away with out one. However, what's cheaper in the long run: $100/alignment or a set of new tires due to mis-alignment?

With respect to the BC coils, I have heard good things about this manufacture as they not only make the setup for BMWs, but for many different vehicle brands. Personally, I would look into a set of coils which have a progressively rated spring, such as ones from Bilstein or H&R. Coils with progressive springs ride excellent when DD-ing, but stiffen up when you're driving spiritedly or at the track. Linear springs such as BC's have the same spring rate throughout the entire shock travel. This means they'll ride equally firm on the street, as they would on the track. It's just something for you to consider.

Yes alignment is needed but on F30 you can't adjust camber or caster, only toe.

thug108 · 08-15-2017, 08:34 AM

Has anyone drove on bc coils and kw variant 2 Im wondering if I should go bc or kw. Not planning on tracking the car too heavily but I would definitely want a more stiff ride

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zcspec Lieutenant 212 Rep 456 Posts Drives: 911/Boxster/Model Y Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	Anytime you raise or lower a vehicle, it's always recommended to have an alignment performed to correct any camber/toe issues. For a minimal drop, you might be able to get away with out one. However, what's cheaper in the long run: $100/alignment or a set of new tires due to mis-alignment? With respect to the BC coils, I have heard good things about this manufacture as they not only make the setup for BMWs, but for many different vehicle brands. Personally, I would look into a set of coils which have a progressively rated spring, such as ones from Bilstein or H&R. Coils with progressive springs ride excellent when DD-ing, but stiffen up when you're driving spiritedly or at the track. Linear springs such as BC's have the same spring rate throughout the entire shock travel. This means they'll ride equally firm on the street, as they would on the track. It's just something for you to consider.
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