02-24-2016, 11:33 AM | #1 |
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Anyone with a fully bagged X5M?
I want to lower my 2013 X5M and was thinking about just bagging all four corners. I'm not sure if I would need to replace the rear bags or if I could use the OEM bags. I have never had a vehicle with all four wheels on airbags so don't know much about whats involved including the cost, positives, negatives, performance and why so many people have coilovers instead of airbags. I figure I could throw the compressor in the space under the cargo area where the spare tire is.
Anyone with a X5M who has airbags on all four wheels that could help me make an educated decision on this and provide me with any information would be much appreciated. If I don't throw airbags on my truck it will definitely get KW V3 coilovers. Just need to figure out which would fit my needs better. I def. like the look of a slammed X5M but performance is a priority for me.
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02-24-2016, 12:28 PM | #2 |
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Performance is better with coilovers. They are not built to lower a car as much as possible, the idea behind is to get the best possible Performance.
Here is a baged "x5m" http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1134650 |
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02-24-2016, 12:46 PM | #3 |
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I've read and seen research that actually suggests airbag suspension is better than coilovers. Let's not forget the ride quality is better as well. I think the reason why you don't see more people with these setups is the cost. Compared to coilovers the cost is substantially more.
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There is no race or sports car with bags. Maybe more comfortable and adjustable from inside, that's it. Performance is better with coilovers, you find them on many racing cars.. Not just for fun.. |
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02-24-2016, 01:23 PM | #5 |
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Accuair can bag anything
It has been done: http://www.superstreetonline.com/fea...-2012-bmw-x5m/ Edit: I should mention that it will be very expensive. Easily double what it would cost for KW V3 |
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02-24-2016, 01:31 PM | #6 |
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This... Bags are in no way superior in performance otherwise every race team with an unlimited budget would be running them.
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02-24-2016, 04:51 PM | #7 |
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I'm sry but you can't possibly compare race car coilovers to those that are used on the street. Completely different settings for different reasons. Sure you can have an excellent handling coilover setup to use for the occasional track use but a race car will have a very different setup. Aside from that note I'd agree that traditional airbag setups won't out perform however the technology has come a long way and now offering coilover airbag setups with a ton of adjustability. While this technology in this format is relatively new, it is in fact finding its way on the track. The other big component to an air ride system is the management. With technology in this arena improving everyday we are now seeing smart systems that are able to automatically adjust pressures. Another thing that comes to mind if for those looking to tow. From a practical stand point leveling out the rear from tongue weight just another great benefit.
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02-25-2016, 11:38 AM | #8 |
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OK, seeing as I have ran my X5 on stock Sport suspension, KW V3 coilovers and now Airrex struts with Airlift management - I'm in a slightly better position to be able to make fair comment.
I've updated my thread with an insight on this |
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