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Old 05-04-2011 | 09:08 AM
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Posted this questiion on the discussion section- probably needs to be here. replacing my springs on my 528I. do I need to re- align the wheels after spring replacement. I am also adding 19" wheels if that makes a difference.
Old 05-04-2011 | 11:04 AM
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Yes you should
Old 05-04-2011 | 12:18 PM
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I had my alignment done after 3 weeks and I noticed a significant improvement. Get an alignment...
Old 05-04-2011 | 12:20 PM
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Thanks guys. I will get it aligned,
Old 05-04-2011 | 12:56 PM
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Alignment is recommended after 500 miles of driving, to allow the springs to properly settle.
Old 05-05-2011 | 11:21 AM
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Yup like everyone said get an alignment.

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Old 05-07-2011 | 04:34 PM
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How soon after getting coilovers should I get a allignment, same amount of time applies for springs and coilovers?
Old 05-12-2011 | 06:05 AM
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Results.

love the ride - still have the comfort without the floatiness. Tires are Hankook Ventus - quiet and comfortable. Any thoughts on next mods? Have the 3m Clear Bra - 3m window tint to legal limit in MN, H&R springs - 19" wheels.
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Old 05-13-2011 | 10:16 AM
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It's a huge differance between the 17" and 19" wheels. Looks great z3grape
Love the colour of the car!

What is the size of your new tires?
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Originally Posted by tex_phil
How soon after getting coilovers should I get a allignment, same amount of time applies for springs and coilovers?
usually we recommend driving through at least 1 full tank of gas after changing the suspension, either springs or coilovers, to get an alignment



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