06-10-2013, 12:25 PM | #1 |
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Help me choose: KW V3 vs. Dinan for X5M
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I'm debating between KWV3 and Dinan. I don't want to lower 2" so H&R is not an option. What I'm looking for is: • Stock seems too soft for my taste (with EDC on). I want slightly more tighter setup (not too much, like 10-20$ tighter). • I'm looking for small drops (less than 1") •*I really enjoyed EDC setting in E90M3 (normal/comfort/sport) And other personal note: • I personally never owned KW V3s and I was hoping KW make sleeve kit for X5M but since they don't, I started looked in to V3s. • I really don't want to make my SUV feels too rough like sports car but I want slightly tighter feel so I get more confidence in sharper handling. • I enjoyed Dinan in E90M3 with EDC friendly setup but it's very pricy for what it is. • KW seems very popular choice but I'm afraid this setup become too rough/tight for SUV and losing EDC is another one I'm afraid of. Can you guys share experience with both set up and recommend me what you guys think? I'm trying to make decision and buy new setup in a couple of weeks. Thanks!
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06-11-2013, 11:43 PM | #2 |
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Sorry for the short reply but
KW v3 >>> Dinan springs + bushings Also Dinan drop is too small - and too much $$$
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06-11-2013, 11:52 PM | #3 | |
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As nobody replied, I ordered Dinan today to keep EDC function.
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06-12-2013, 02:21 AM | #5 |
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I guess I need to learn X5M mentality.
I still have the M3 mentality, everything used to be so instant. Hahaha.
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I have M3 mentality. I'm going to take a lot of before/after pics and reviews.
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in for the pics!
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The EDC is a moot point with the KW since you can dial in the ride dampening / rebound to whatever you like
Add in the add'l ability to drop or raise to whatever you like KW >>> Dinan ! I suppose for street your fine but if you wanna track your truck your outta luck !
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As I don't plan to track his heavy monster, I wanted to keep min. drops (not a fan of slammed look) and EDC function (looks like I'm the only one liking EDC since E9X M3 times) so I went with Dinan. As we have a few KW owners in the forum, it's good to have another member with Dinan so we can compare and help other members.
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We might be the only ones with the dinan drop on here
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can you put up pictures before and after
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07-15-2013, 05:49 PM | #16 |
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It's 0.75" lower on both, front and rear.
Ride is slightly firmer, more confidence taking turns (less roll) and still clear most of parking bumps bur after adding the BMW performance lip, I'm afraid of scraping in some high parking bumps.
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07-15-2013, 05:51 PM | #17 |
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it really looks like we're only people with Dinan suspensions.
Do you have Dinan exhaust sound clips? I'm considering one but haven't heard the sound in person.
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Looking sharp, keep it up!
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looks great. white is a great color. love the front cf splitter!
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I don't have any but I will try and get some for you this evening. I love the sound of it personally, not overtly loud but at the same time its not quiet either. Also much deeper than stock. Sounds beast in tunnels and parking garages haha
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Thanks!
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