10-28-2014, 12:31 PM | #1 |
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Should I lowered my X5 or not?
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I just ordered my spacers kit, but the question is: Should I drop my X5 or not? I love the look without drop, but sometime I would like to drop it. Your opinion please? Thank you!
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10-28-2014, 02:54 PM | #3 |
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I was thinking of it and still have the springs in my wish list.
However like you said, most days I like the massive optic of the X5. Mine is still high and I think I'll keep it this way. |
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10-29-2014, 07:21 AM | #4 |
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I think only spacer will be better
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10-29-2014, 03:02 PM | #5 |
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I really don't see the point in lowering any big 4x4. If I wanted a low car I would've bought a saloon and I personally don't like the look of it, looks fine as it is and looks aggressive without the drop IMO
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10-29-2014, 04:54 PM | #6 |
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If you do want to, go with adjustable coil overs so you can raise it in the winter. Lowered E70's with the right wheel/tire combo look killer
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10-29-2014, 11:29 PM | #8 |
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Yeah, I think the X5 will be nice with only spacer!
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11-04-2014, 08:44 AM | #10 |
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I lowered my x5 and I love it, I also have Vossen VFS-2 22's and I think it looks sharp. When lowered, it makes the ride a little more harsh, but the car feels much more responsive.
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11-04-2014, 09:17 AM | #11 |
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Do you have a picture to have an idea please?
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Besides, if you follow the recommended lowering guidelines for the KW's, the ride height is not now a snow plow. It's fine for most weather conditions, even Michigan. If you lower responsibly, you should never have to raise/lower for the seasons. |
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11-05-2014, 09:25 PM | #15 |
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Really nice! Thanks!
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Nice.... I had some Stance wheels on my F30 that looked just like these. Was wondering what they looked like on a lowered E70. Mine is not M Sport and the color is Bronze so I dont think they would look as good as this. Are you running the 12" wide wheel in the back?
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11-06-2014, 03:49 AM | #17 |
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Looks good. Be interested to see what front lip you come up with, I've been on the prowl for something too but can't seem to find anything for the M Sport OEM bumper.
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I am also considering both spacers and lowering with springs on my X5. I live close to London so the bloody speed humps could be a slight issue in terms of ride quality but I love the aesthetics of a "sensibly" lowered 4x4. I am currently running BMW 21" alloys but have no idea what size spacer/s I should go for? Any suggestions greatly appreciated. Then the next question will be which make of springs - H&R or Eibach?
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I decided to order 15mm front and 25mm rear spacers. Ive also ordered my H&R springs. Hopefully have them all fitted next week.
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11-28-2014, 01:35 AM | #22 |
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If you drop... avoid the H&R springs.
I've had both on my e70x5d and the Eibachs are more comfortable and more compliant over rough surfaces. As a matter of fact, if you keep the stiff Run Flats... the Eibachs will make the ride more comfortable then the OE springs. |
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