Springs

boss · 07-20-2010, 02:27 PM

I have a basic e90 lci without sports package. Is it possible to install sport springs on my suspension? Thanks in advance.

Edward · 07-20-2010, 02:30 PM

Yes, but not advisable if you care about ride quality. It'll be lower but your non sport oem shocks will be compressed beyond the point they were designed to be and the ride will likely be bumpy. Basically the dampening capabilities of your shocks are not matched up to the spring rate of the lowering springs. At a minimum you might want to get your hands on a set of sport shocks...but if you're going that far, you might as well buy aftermarket shocks or get a basic coil kit with just height adjustability.

Chriztofor · 07-20-2010, 02:30 PM

Try here http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=38

boss · 07-20-2010, 02:39 PM

thanks gentlemen, i am leasing the car so i do not want to go through a hassle with the dealer when i bring my car in for service. Thats why i figured i should go with oem springs.

SV Concepts III · 07-23-2010, 11:07 AM

You shouldn't have issues if you bring the car in for service with just a spring upgrade. Given that it's a lease, you don't have to worry about long term shock life either which is a plus.

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boss Enlisted Member 0 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2010 e90 328i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: L.A. iTrader: (0)	Springs I have a basic e90 lci without sports package. Is it possible to install sport springs on my suspension? Thanks in advance.
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Edward Colonel 377 Rep 2,982 Posts Drives: 2013.9999 E92 Jerez ZCP Join Date: May 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	Yes, but not advisable if you care about ride quality. It'll be lower but your non sport oem shocks will be compressed beyond the point they were designed to be and the ride will likely be bumpy. Basically the dampening capabilities of your shocks are not matched up to the spring rate of the lowering springs. At a minimum you might want to get your hands on a set of sport shocks...but if you're going that far, you might as well buy aftermarket shocks or get a basic coil kit with just height adjustability.
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Chriztofor Colonel 103 Rep 2,783 Posts Drives: '06 325i and '13 X5 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Burbs iTrader: (1)	Try here http://www.e90post.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=38 __________________ If no codes are being thrown use Chevron Techron fuel injector cleaner (concentrate). It solves rpm fluctuating upon cold start-up. Also, for most BMW problems start off by scanning your car with the Peake Research Tool. It contains the actual BMW codes. If you want to register a newly installed battery for free (just buy a $10 cable) and google/download BMWLogger
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boss Enlisted Member 0 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2010 e90 328i Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: L.A. iTrader: (0)	thanks gentlemen, i am leasing the car so i do not want to go through a hassle with the dealer when i bring my car in for service. Thats why i figured i should go with oem springs.
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	You shouldn't have issues if you bring the car in for service with just a spring upgrade. Given that it's a lease, you don't have to worry about long term shock life either which is a plus.
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