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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 02:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Hamann5' post='386770' date='Feb 3 2007, 02:55 AM
wtf is an M-tech suspension.. do you mean sport package suspension??
at first i thought it was the sport package suspension but when i went to my local bmw dealer it says that it is the same suspension setup of the m5....well actually i dont know....anyone can help.....
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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 02:05 PM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='386880' date='Feb 3 2007, 07:24 AM


Sawatdee Khrab chillselalu,
I'm in agreement with MikeBuzzsaw. Your stock suspension is too soft, thus when you are under full compression your tires will rub. You need to get either the Eibach or H&R springs. The springs will stiffen up the suspension so that when you hit a bump or dip on the road, your tires will not rub. If you're intent on getting the M suspension, be ready to pay a lot of money to retrofit it.
honestly is the m-tech suspension good.....if money is not a concern should i get it???
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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by xxterxx' post='386758' date='Feb 3 2007, 02:03 AM
did you put spacers? 19inch M5 rim shouldnt rub
i didnt used spacer.....using my stock suspension..which is very soft....really need to change my suspension setup..?? dont want to stiff nor to soft....and wanna slightly lower the car but not to lowered....hope u guys know waht i mean....
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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by chillselalu' post='387264' date='Feb 3 2007, 06:05 PM
honestly is the m-tech suspension good.....if money is not a concern should i get it???
no. but hey thats just my personal opinion.
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Old Feb 4, 2007 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by MikeBuzzsaw' post='387273' date='Feb 4 2007, 07:38 AM
no. but hey thats just my personal opinion.
thanks for the advice bro...well i think im gonna buy the m-tech damper/absorber only and the spring ill used HR spring .....
what do u think?? anyone is free to comment...
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Old Feb 4, 2007 | 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by chillselalu' post='387411' date='Feb 4 2007, 01:31 PM
thanks for the advice bro...well i think im gonna buy the m-tech damper/absorber only and the spring ill used HR spring .....
what do u think?? anyone is free to comment...
I don't approve.

KW Variant2 or HR Coilovers = I approve.

KW offer adjustable ride height and also adjustable dampening. More expensive than HR which only has adjustable height.

Will cost less than buying mtech stuff.


Again, only my personal opinion. You seem set on buyin mtech so just go for it.
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Old Feb 4, 2007 | 10:05 AM
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Again, I agree with MikeBuzzsaw. Go with the KW coilovers. It'll be less than retrofitting the M suspension and just as good if not better.
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Old Feb 4, 2007 | 10:21 AM
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I don't know that much about the details involved in changing suspension, but I have the M-sport suspension and it is fabulous! The ride height and handling (with 19" Conti Sport contact 2s) is perfect. Definately firm but not harsh at all, and feel great when you push it. If you can replicate it for a better price, go for it. Enjoy!
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Old Feb 5, 2007 | 03:48 AM
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Originally Posted by chillselalu' post='387411' date='Feb 4 2007, 10:31 AM
thanks for the advice bro...well i think im gonna buy the m-tech damper/absorber only and the spring ill used HR spring .....
what do u think?? anyone is free to comment...
I'd go with some eibachs and konis. The konis should give better performance than the M-tech shock.

An OEM shock and aftermarket spring isn't recommended as the aftermarket spring will cause the shocks to wear out sooner. I believe there are a few members with H&R sports who changed out their shocks due to them being worn/blown.

Also, I don't think adding springs to a stock suspension helps much in terms of handling. Sure it's a lower, but overall I think it's more for look than performance.
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Old Feb 5, 2007 | 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by heezy545i' post='387613' date='Feb 5 2007, 07:48 AM
I'd go with some eibachs and konis. The konis should give better performance than the M-tech shock.

An OEM shock and aftermarket spring isn't recommended as the aftermarket spring will cause the shocks to wear out sooner. I believe there are a few members with H&R sports who changed out their shocks due to them being worn/blown.

Also, I don't think adding springs to a stock suspension helps much in terms of handling. Sure it's a lower, but overall I think it's more for look than performance.
I approve!
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