Which Springs

howiedds · 11-10-2013, 12:49 PM

looks like it didnt lower too much..soft ride is good too. I have the exact same wants as you, better handling, but comfort too. I have same color too. Thanks for the pics man!

Frutas · 02-21-2014, 03:50 PM

After reading this, had the same question and I think I'll opt for Eibach.

Which model would you put it?

dubsesd · 02-25-2014, 06:58 PM

I also asked a few members about some information on the eibachs and fender measurement but no responses. Iam going to install a set this week and post a full review with all meaurements and alighnment specs after settling.

Frutas · 02-25-2014, 07:28 PM

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I also asked a few members about some information on the eibachs and fender measurement but no responses. Iam going to install a set this week and post a full review with all meaurements and alighnment specs after settling.

dubsesd · 02-28-2014, 12:11 PM

i installed the springs. i will update the photo/video section with photos and review this weekend for anyone interested.

Bigtimekegger · 02-28-2014, 03:24 PM

how can you tell if you have self leveling or not?

dubsesd · 02-28-2014, 03:32 PM

look under your car and see if there is a spring or airbag next to your strut. easiest way

zeroboot · 03-13-2014, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigtimekegger

how can you tell if you have self leveling or not?

you can also decode your vin online, and it should tell you. I use this site:
www.rubmw.ru/vincode/eng/

skunkd · 03-13-2014, 04:48 AM

I have H&R's 1.2" on mine with 22" wheels and the ride is not that bad. I do have the self leveling rear though and as long as you don't drop the rear lower than the front your ride will be fine. Some people install it incorrectly and slam the rear on the bags which actually causes the terrible ride and unsafe driving conditions as the suspension is so stiff the car will jump.

stlcity · 03-13-2014, 08:23 AM

So is the consensus here that Eibach is better than HR...I have an X5M..

upstate650 · 03-13-2014, 08:44 AM

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So is the consensus here that Eibach is better than HR...I have an X5M..

I don't think that is the consensus at all. I believe that very few people have tried eibachs, and once they choose a spring they don't try another (unless they ignore all the advice and experience of others and choose the H & R 2" drop) so there is no head to head comparison available.

skunkd · 03-13-2014, 10:22 AM

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So is the consensus here that Eibach is better than HR...I have an X5M..

The eibachs aren't even worth it... They don't lower the car enough! the H&R 1.2" drop springs are the perfect compromise period. unless your looking to drop 3k+ on kw coils

stlcity · 03-13-2014, 07:00 PM

Thanks guys.. Was looking to go 1.2 HR route. Just to confirm: I'm looking for the self leveling one right? I have 12 X5M

upstate650 · 03-13-2014, 07:24 PM

Yes, but consider the KWs unless you will be happy with a mild drop, because you won't like the ride if you get too aggressive with the drop.

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Frutas Private 13 Rep 99 Posts Drives: E90 320M & X5 35d & E46 320ci Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Portugal iTrader: (0)	After reading this, had the same question and I think I'll opt for Eibach. Which model would you put it? __________________ www.Facebook.com/JoseSilvaPhotography
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02-25-2014, 06:58 PM	#25
dubsesd #dubspec 6328 Rep 5,200 Posts Drives: G05 X5/ 2016 F80 M3 INDVL Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (2)	I also asked a few members about some information on the eibachs and fender measurement but no responses. Iam going to install a set this week and post a full review with all meaurements and alighnment specs after settling. __________________ LCI ///F80 M3 Individual Atlantis Metallic / Black Full / Carbon Cermics / 6MT MPE / M Performance & Carbon package / KW v3 / 20" HRE R101LW / 20" HRE 527s / Michelin PSS / 20% tint / 3d Design / Streckenn splitters / OEM GTS hood / EAS Carbon seatbacks / Carbon RKP sideskirt / Bootmod3 / M Performance Tri color alcantara / AWE S Flow instagram: @ dubsesd
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02-28-2014, 12:11 PM	#27
dubsesd #dubspec 6328 Rep 5,200 Posts Drives: G05 X5/ 2016 F80 M3 INDVL Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (2)	i installed the springs. i will update the photo/video section with photos and review this weekend for anyone interested. __________________ LCI ///F80 M3 Individual Atlantis Metallic / Black Full / Carbon Cermics / 6MT MPE / M Performance & Carbon package / KW v3 / 20" HRE R101LW / 20" HRE 527s / Michelin PSS / 20% tint / 3d Design / Streckenn splitters / OEM GTS hood / EAS Carbon seatbacks / Carbon RKP sideskirt / Bootmod3 / M Performance Tri color alcantara / AWE S Flow instagram: @ dubsesd
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02-28-2014, 03:24 PM	#28
Bigtimekegger Second Lieutenant 35 Rep 245 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Coupe Join Date: May 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (1)	how can you tell if you have self leveling or not?
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02-28-2014, 03:32 PM	#29
dubsesd #dubspec 6328 Rep 5,200 Posts Drives: G05 X5/ 2016 F80 M3 INDVL Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (2)	look under your car and see if there is a spring or airbag next to your strut. easiest way __________________ LCI ///F80 M3 Individual Atlantis Metallic / Black Full / Carbon Cermics / 6MT MPE / M Performance & Carbon package / KW v3 / 20" HRE R101LW / 20" HRE 527s / Michelin PSS / 20% tint / 3d Design / Streckenn splitters / OEM GTS hood / EAS Carbon seatbacks / Carbon RKP sideskirt / Bootmod3 / M Performance Tri color alcantara / AWE S Flow instagram: @ dubsesd
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03-13-2014, 04:48 AM	#31
skunkd Second Lieutenant 18 Rep 266 Posts Drives: 2004 STI 2008 BMW M5 2004 530i Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	I have H&R's 1.2" on mine with 22" wheels and the ride is not that bad. I do have the self leveling rear though and as long as you don't drop the rear lower than the front your ride will be fine. Some people install it incorrectly and slam the rear on the bags which actually causes the terrible ride and unsafe driving conditions as the suspension is so stiff the car will jump.
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03-13-2014, 08:23 AM	#32
stlcity Private 2 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2012 X5M Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast iTrader: (0)	So is the consensus here that Eibach is better than HR...I have an X5M..
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03-13-2014, 07:00 PM	#35
stlcity Private 2 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2012 X5M Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys.. Was looking to go 1.2 HR route. Just to confirm: I'm looking for the self leveling one right? I have 12 X5M
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03-13-2014, 07:24 PM	#36
upstate650 Lieutenant Colonel 305 Rep 1,719 Posts Drives: 2014 650xi Gran Coupe Msport Join Date: May 2013 Location: The Hinterlands of Upstate NY iTrader: (3) Garage List 2020 BMW M340xi [0.00]	Yes, but consider the KWs unless you will be happy with a mild drop, because you won't like the ride if you get too aggressive with the drop.
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