530xi suspension dilemma
04-09-2009, 09:24 PM
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I know there are only 2 options when it comes to lowering an XI. Either go the KW coilover route for over 2k or the H&R spring route
using the stock shocks. My question is; If i went with the H&R's...
a) How rough is the ride?
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time?
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road?
While using a 19" wheel set up.
using the stock shocks. My question is; If i went with the H&R's...
a) How rough is the ride?
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time?
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road?
While using a 19" wheel set up.
04-09-2009, 09:39 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Alpine White 550i Sport, Cream Beige Interior, 6-Sp Manual - retired 9/2011
a) How rough is the ride? Harsh
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time? Not sure
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road? Yes
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time? Not sure
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road? Yes
04-09-2009, 09:43 PM
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My Ride: 2006 530xi angel eyes upgrade, 5% tints...more to come
I don't have either but I plan on getting the coilovers for my xi because they are adjustable wich is a plus if you decide you want to go lower or something. also the stock shocks are built to work in conjuction with the stock springs and it just makes more sense to have shocks that are compatible with aftermarket lowering. IMO
04-09-2009, 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='842626' date='Apr 10 2009, 01:39 AM
a) How rough is the ride? Harsh
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time? Not sure
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road? Yes
b) How long will my stock shocks stand up to the punishment they will endure over time? Not sure
c) Will I cringe at every dip and bump on the road? Yes
I take it that with the coilovers the answers to those questions would be the exact polar opposites?
04-09-2009, 09:53 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Alpine White 550i Sport, Cream Beige Interior, 6-Sp Manual - retired 9/2011
Originally Posted by gblass' post='842636' date='Apr 10 2009, 01:51 AM
I take it that with the coilovers the answers to those questions would be the exact polar opposites?
04-09-2009, 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='842638' date='Apr 10 2009, 01:53 AM
No doubt. I have an old thread that talks about the problems I had with my H&R's...would never do it again. The coilovers are pricey, but if you want to do it right, it's a must.
Coilovers- $2000
Peace of mind while driving- Priceless
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