Those with H&R 2.0" Drop - Need Measurements

[socale39]

I've run a few different setups on my X5 and I've been documenting my progress and measurements on each drop. I'm considering switching up to H&R this time and while I have the measurements for the 1.2" drop, I haven't found any for the 2.0" drop.

Can someone post up their measurements from the floor to the bottom edge of the fender flare and post your results?

Thanks in advance.

[Googone20]

I should have results on my X5 very soon. I may even be able to get them on this weekend.

[N62B48]

hope these helps?

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...lots-pics.html

[socale39]

Yeah I saw that thread the only issue is that those measurements aren't "settled" measurements so I'm sure it dropped a little more.

[UnicornM]

Get the KWs already lol

[socale39]

Frankly, if I were going to spend $2-3k on the KW setup I'd consider an air ride setup for a little more not to mention it would also be better for towing. However, I'm really not in a position to drop too much as we are building a house right now.

[Googone20]

Looks like Tire Rack screwed me over. Went through all the trouble of installed mine and such, and I am pretty sure they sent me the 1.2" kit. My front height is at 30.25". They ride awesome, but I do wish it sat a little lower. Now I am pissed, and not sure what to do. It's not like swapping the springs is a small or quick job.

[UnicornM]

Originally Posted by socale39

Frankly, if I were going to spend $2-3k on the KW setup I'd consider an air ride setup for a little more not to mention it would also be better for towing. However, I'm really not in a position to drop too much as we are building a house right now.

Air ride will cost more like $7k+

[socale39]

Originally Posted by BaggedX5

Air ride will cost more like $7k+

Yeah for top shelf parts and install. Air ride system can be easily had for half that cost based on what I've been looking at. $1500 for the air struts, $1000 for air management and another $1000 for pump, lines, tank, etc. I would just need the basics so no need for all the fancy iPhone controlled systems. I could see where a lot of cost would come from install but I'm a pretty handy guy so that's a cost I wouldn't incur.

[Googone20]

Yeah, I can't see a solid system costing me $7k if I do the install. I haven't even looked into it yet though. I have only had my X5 since Thursday, so I think I am moving pretty fast already. I'll post my progress in my build thread tonight.

[socale39]

I say run with your setup for a while then reassess if you want to go lower once you have the wheels installed.

[UnicornM]

Originally Posted by socale39

Yeah for top shelf parts and install. Air ride system can be easily had for half that cost based on what I've been looking at. $1500 for the air struts, $1000 for air management and another $1000 for pump, lines, tank, etc. I would just need the basics so no need for all the fancy iPhone controlled systems. I could see where a lot of cost would come from install but I'm a pretty handy guy so that's a cost I wouldn't incur.

What air struts are they?

Still I'd run KWs over spring setups, but each to there own.

[socale39]

D2 has a setup. I'm also waiting to see if BC Racing will make an E70 coilover setup with a bag option. I was very impressed with their coilover setup on my E60 M5, more so than the KWs.

[bmdubbayoo]

Originally Posted by socale39

D2 has a setup. I'm also waiting to see if BC Racing will make an E70 coilover setup with a bag option. I was very impressed with their coilover setup on my E60 M5, more so than the KWs.

That would be awesome. I have BC Racing coilovers on my E36 M3 and they handle and feel perfect.

[Googone20]

I wonder if BC would make a run of them if we put a group buy together? Has anyone tried to contact them and look into this?

[socale39]

I contacted them last year and they said they had plans to make a coilover system but no eta. I just sent over a follow up email to the contact I was communicating with to see if this is still on the table or not.

[Googone20]

Sounds great. I would definitely be interested in a set. I had them on my F30 328d Msport, and they were great. I will say it took some time for me to get them set up properly on the car, but they rode great as daily drivers. I had them set very soft for comfort.

[socale39]

I'm not sure about you guys but I felt the BC coilovers seemed to have responded more to the adjustments compared to KWs.

[socale39]

Googone20,
Has your drop settled at all?

[m5james]

I'd post my measurements but I think I blew a strut out since the bottom of the truck is covered in fluid and the fender is almost sitting on the tire. I had BC's on my E53 and they were great, I'd written BC about a year ago for the E70 X5M and they had nothing at the time.

[Googone20]

I am sitting right around 30-30.25" all around right now. It settled slightly more, and I have been playing with the rear ride height. I like
the rear even with the front.

Here is a current picture of it.