Coilover Install... Some help Please?
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2/Front Strut Mount BMW# 3133675273
2/Rear SHock Mount BMW# 33526779611
Just curious about a couple of other parts what about Rear upper spring pad part#33536753765 and front lower pad part# 313331096664.
Also will I have to get an alignment done, after the install? anything to be done to keeo it in spec? I just had one done not to long ago and would hate to have to pay for another one. Thanks just trying to get it right.
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Just to clear.... I need bolts for the top hats and 2 bolts mentioned.
2/Front Strut Mount BMW# 3133675273
2/Rear SHock Mount BMW# 33526779611
Just curious about a couple of other parts what about Rear upper spring pad part#33536753765 and front lower pad part# 313331096664.
Also will I have to get an alignment done, after the install? anything to be done to keeo it in spec? I just had one done not to long ago and would hate to have to pay for another one. Thanks just trying to get it right.
2/Front Strut Mount BMW# 3133675273
2/Rear SHock Mount BMW# 33526779611
Just curious about a couple of other parts what about Rear upper spring pad part#33536753765 and front lower pad part# 313331096664.
Also will I have to get an alignment done, after the install? anything to be done to keeo it in spec? I just had one done not to long ago and would hate to have to pay for another one. Thanks just trying to get it right.
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i dont see why you need to replace nuts or bolts..
my k sports came with pillowball mounts up top so it was complete bolt in. no bs, drop the old suspension, and bolt in the new. didnt buy any new parts.
user rizbel, if im not mistaken has an awesome write up on DIY for CO install.
i did mine,(dont have dynamic drive or auto level headlights) and it was a cake walk. the only difficult part was deciding ride height. loll
ill see if i can find that diy
your car looks low, figured you were on coils already.
heres a pic. the coils with the big cyclinder looking part are for the front which drop into the spindle and the rears have the mount on one side and the ball joint/eyelet on the other.
hope this helps.
my k sports came with pillowball mounts up top so it was complete bolt in. no bs, drop the old suspension, and bolt in the new. didnt buy any new parts.
user rizbel, if im not mistaken has an awesome write up on DIY for CO install.
i did mine,(dont have dynamic drive or auto level headlights) and it was a cake walk. the only difficult part was deciding ride height. loll
ill see if i can find that diy
your car looks low, figured you were on coils already.
heres a pic. the coils with the big cyclinder looking part are for the front which drop into the spindle and the rears have the mount on one side and the ball joint/eyelet on the other.
hope this helps.
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here it is,
awesome diy, includes socket sizes and torque specs!https://5series.net/forums/diy-do-yo...install-85378/
awesome diy, includes socket sizes and torque specs!https://5series.net/forums/diy-do-yo...install-85378/
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Here's why:
WARNING! All owners with lowering springs or modified suspension. ACTION REQUIRED if incorrectly installed! - BMW M5 Forum and M6 Forums
Click on the link in the fourth paragraph of the first post, then read through the entire thread.
I have a set of springs and bilstein sports sitting in my garage ready to be installed. I'll be replacing all upper strut/shock mount nuts, and rear lower shock bolts. They're cheap, and I don't like taking unnecessary gambles. I lose every time![Wink](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/imported/wink.gif)
cheers.
WARNING! All owners with lowering springs or modified suspension. ACTION REQUIRED if incorrectly installed! - BMW M5 Forum and M6 Forums
Click on the link in the fourth paragraph of the first post, then read through the entire thread.
I have a set of springs and bilstein sports sitting in my garage ready to be installed. I'll be replacing all upper strut/shock mount nuts, and rear lower shock bolts. They're cheap, and I don't like taking unnecessary gambles. I lose every time
![Wink](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/imported/wink.gif)
cheers.
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Also, from what I've read from somewhere, if one DOESN'T have sport suspension and want to lower with coils, it's also a good idea to install the sport version of the rods that connects to the front swaybar. Otherwise the lowered height with the non-sport rod would put too much tension on the swaybar. Can somebody confirm?
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My Ride: 04' 545, 6 Spd Manual, Blk Lthr, Sport Pkg, Sport Sts, Logic 7, Cold Wthr Pkg, Full L.E.D. Interior, Red Eng. Cvr, Mtech Front Bmpr, M5 Spoiler, Matte Blk Grill, Red Caps, Slttd & Drlld Rotors, 20
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i dont see why you need to replace nuts or bolts..
my k sports came with pillowball mounts up top so it was complete bolt in. no bs, drop the old suspension, and bolt in the new. didnt buy any new parts.
user rizbel, if im not mistaken has an awesome write up on DIY for CO install.
i did mine,(dont have dynamic drive or auto level headlights) and it was a cake walk. the only difficult part was deciding ride height. loll
ill see if i can find that diy
your car looks low, figured you were on coils already.
heres a pic. the coils with the big cyclinder looking part are for the front which drop into the spindle and the rears have the mount on one side and the ball joint/eyelet on the other.
hope this helps.
my k sports came with pillowball mounts up top so it was complete bolt in. no bs, drop the old suspension, and bolt in the new. didnt buy any new parts.
user rizbel, if im not mistaken has an awesome write up on DIY for CO install.
i did mine,(dont have dynamic drive or auto level headlights) and it was a cake walk. the only difficult part was deciding ride height. loll
ill see if i can find that diy
your car looks low, figured you were on coils already.
heres a pic. the coils with the big cyclinder looking part are for the front which drop into the spindle and the rears have the mount on one side and the ball joint/eyelet on the other.
hope this helps.
Here's why:
WARNING! All owners with lowering springs or modified suspension. ACTION REQUIRED if incorrectly installed! - BMW M5 Forum and M6 Forums
Click on the link in the fourth paragraph of the first post, then read through the entire thread.
I have a set of springs and bilstein sports sitting in my garage ready to be installed. I'll be replacing all upper strut/shock mount nuts, and rear lower shock bolts. They're cheap, and I don't like taking unnecessary gambles. I lose every time![Wink](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/imported/wink.gif)
cheers.
WARNING! All owners with lowering springs or modified suspension. ACTION REQUIRED if incorrectly installed! - BMW M5 Forum and M6 Forums
Click on the link in the fourth paragraph of the first post, then read through the entire thread.
I have a set of springs and bilstein sports sitting in my garage ready to be installed. I'll be replacing all upper strut/shock mount nuts, and rear lower shock bolts. They're cheap, and I don't like taking unnecessary gambles. I lose every time
![Wink](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/imported/wink.gif)
cheers.
Also, from what I've read from somewhere, if one DOESN'T have sport suspension and want to lower with coils, it's also a good idea to install the sport version of the rods that connects to the front swaybar. Otherwise the lowered height with the non-sport rod would put too much tension on the swaybar. Can somebody confirm?