KW V3's going on my 535xi tomorrow. Any tips?
07-29-2011, 01:27 PM
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07-29-2011, 06:07 PM
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But on second thought, doesn't it look like I should have enough clearance in back? I'm wondering if I'm just not set firm enough in back. I've seen cars on this forum much lower than mine with no rubbing issues. Can any suspension gurus weigh in on this?
07-29-2011, 06:19 PM
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My Ride: 2006 530xi (Titanium Grey/ Black interior) Debaged, L.e.d. light upgrade throughout. ACS roof spoiler. H&R sport sprigs, Angel eye upgrade, euro sticker, ,matte black grills.
Looks good. It's crazy, that's how my car looks now, and I'm doing the v3s next.. I want to slam it another 1-1.5 inches .
07-29-2011, 09:55 PM
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So I guess I'll see if I can find someone in Kansas City who can roll these for me. I wouldn't mind going another 1/2" lower if rolling will allow it.
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Did you have to run spacers? Most KW owners have to in the front maybe you need rear spacers? And the car looks great.
Take out those little metal set screws also,, you dont wanna damage threads I called KW on the subject and they said you'll be fine with out them.
Do you know how far your perch is adjusted? Mine has 2 inches of threads from bottom. Dont roll anything until you have rubbing figured out. KW is the reason I got them was for rubbing issue
Take out those little metal set screws also,, you dont wanna damage threads I called KW on the subject and they said you'll be fine with out them.
Do you know how far your perch is adjusted? Mine has 2 inches of threads from bottom. Dont roll anything until you have rubbing figured out. KW is the reason I got them was for rubbing issue
07-29-2011, 10:41 PM
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Did you have to run spacers? Most KW owners have to in the front maybe you need rear spacers? And the car looks great.
Take out those little metal set screws also,, you dont wanna damage threads I called KW on the subject and they said you'll be fine with out them.
Do you know how far your perch is adjusted? Mine has 2 inches of threads from bottom. Dont roll anything until you have rubbing figured out. KW is the reason I got them was for rubbing issue
Take out those little metal set screws also,, you dont wanna damage threads I called KW on the subject and they said you'll be fine with out them.
Do you know how far your perch is adjusted? Mine has 2 inches of threads from bottom. Dont roll anything until you have rubbing figured out. KW is the reason I got them was for rubbing issue
At this point it's important to clarify WHERE it rubs. Is it the inner side of the wheel rubbing the coilover or the outer side rubbing the fender edge? If it's the inner side, a spacer should solve it (maybe even a 5mm spacer), and if it's the outer side, a fender roll should do it.
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07-30-2011, 06:46 AM
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At this point it's important to clarify WHERE it rubs. Is it the inner side of the wheel rubbing the coilover or the outer side rubbing the fender edge? If it's the inner side, a spacer should solve it (maybe even a 5mm spacer), and if it's the outer side, a fender roll should do it.
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At this point it's important to clarify WHERE it rubs. Is it the inner side of the wheel rubbing the coilover or the outer side rubbing the fender edge? If it's the inner side, a spacer should solve it (maybe even a 5mm spacer), and if it's the outer side, a fender roll should do it.
- Antti -
Any suggestions on how exactly I determine where I'm rubbing?