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psre08 · 05-17-2011, 10:34 AM

Mine went on my '06 330i in November. They work perfectly, although I must admit they were a pain to install. Excellent value.

HifiSyd · 12-27-2011, 10:16 AM

I installed mine this weekend. As stated before, install was a bit of a pain, primarily because of the spring compressor tool. I honestly think I had to crank each one about 500 times per side; arms got a bit tired and the angle was uncomfortable, but not unbearable. Start to finish it took me about 3.75 hours with the first side taking much longer than the second due to the learning curve.

I didn't re-use the rubber spring seat and I've got no squeaks or any other undesirable side affects. I'm on factory ZSP and the perches lowered the front of my car 9/16". I went from being able to get "2.5 fingers" between the tire and fender and now I'm at 1.5 fingers. It's a subtle difference, but I'm happy with the result.

The perches seem to be a very high quality product and tanks to everyone posting their experiences as it made my install much easier!

supremepower · 06-25-2012, 09:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaifaun

by the way, has anyone installed these differently? I remember reading one member didn't re-install the rubber rings back onto the spring perch. I assume that would make the car sit even lower but now there is not rubber to dampen the vibration and shock from bumps.

Supremepower, what do you usually do when you help your clients install the perches?

We dont reinstall the rubber and there is no noise at all.

Takes us about 45 minutes to do the install here at the shop.

lakefront · 07-01-2012, 10:25 AM

had my perches installed about 2 weeks ago along with a set of Koni FSDs. The shop has checked the alignment 3 times and swears its at factory settings, but the steering has become very quick, to the point that it darts across every bump in the road. Shop wonders if even the small amount of lowering from the new perches has changed the alignment specs. They are a reputable shop that works on plenty of other BMWs.

supremepower · 07-02-2012, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lakefront

had my perches installed about 2 weeks ago along with a set of Koni FSDs. The shop has checked the alignment 3 times and swears its at factory settings, but the steering has become very quick, to the point that it darts across every bump in the road. Shop wonders if even the small amount of lowering from the new perches has changed the alignment specs. They are a reputable shop that works on plenty of other BMWs.

Something is not installed correctly. Any chance you can email me some photos of the installation? eric@supremepower.com

Be happy to take a look for you.

The lowering spring perches if installed correctly have nothing to do with the issue you are having.

neilvosko · 07-10-2012, 11:04 PM

can these be installed with BMW performance suspension on E92? vs the ZSP
and what is the expected lowering?
alignment is not required?

supremepower · 07-11-2012, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neilvosko

can these be installed with BMW performance suspension on E92? vs the ZSP
and what is the expected lowering?
alignment is not required?

Yes you can use these as well.

Your car will lower 0.4" - 0.6"

Alignment is not required

neilvosko · 07-11-2012, 09:29 PM

Puuuurfect, thx. order placed.

every non-coilover owner should buy these.

supremepower · 07-12-2012, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neilvosko

Puuuurfect, thx. order placed.

every non-coilover owner should buy these.

It also fits coilovers that use the factory top hat. So customers who have the need to go lower now can.

Some of you guys have gone as low as you can on your Bilstein Coilovers and the perch will give you an extra 1/2" should you need it

GOTMH8N · 07-12-2012, 10:39 PM

I'm probably going to have to purchase these!

onebamf335i · 07-13-2012, 08:25 AM

Great write-up...these might be in my future.

supremepower · 07-13-2012, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOTMH8N

I'm probably going to have to purchase these!

In stock ready to ship! Let us know

Quote:

Originally Posted by onebamf335i

Great write-up...these might be in my future.

Sounds good! Let us know

Installation available for So Cal residents!

Frsh-N-Klean · 07-24-2012, 12:38 PM

Had my E90 LCI done yesterday and it looks great!! The drop isn't crazy but definately looks much better. I was surprised what 1/2 inch does to the look our your car.

Tam@SupremePower · 07-24-2012, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frsh-N-Klean

Had my E90 LCI done yesterday and it looks great!! The drop isn't crazy but definately looks much better. I was surprised what 1/2 inch does to the look our your car.

a little goes along way!

apjr09 · 07-25-2012, 12:51 AM

These are intended to be installed w/o the rubber spacer/gasket, correct?

Have there been other reports of people experiencing binding noises when turning the wheel, and more of a harshness over rough road, after installing the perches? I've had these symptoms since I had them installed with bmw perf. suspension almost a year ago, and while I don't always get the binding from the front, it still occurs occasionally while turning the wheel at slow speeds (ie: parking).

Any help?

supremepower · 07-25-2012, 06:41 PM

No we have had no reports of binding noises at all. Only a faulty installation woudl cause this. It is more than likely one of the following:

1. Washer between bearing and perch is not installed right side up
2. Washer between bearing and perch not installed at all
3. Rubber gasket installed when it shouldnt be
4. Top nut not tightened all the way
5. Bearing needs to be replaced.

There should be no harshness or binding with this spring perch. It operates exactly like the OEM part in terms of function.

If you need help dont hesitate to PM or call me directly at 714 632 1951 x225

Thank you

apjr09 · 07-26-2012, 12:48 AM

Thanks, I really appreciate the help Eric.

I've had feelings it was either #1 or #4. Might take it over to LTBMW again and see what they say. I'll definitely be in touch Eric to go over the specific issues I'm having and to hear your thoughts.

BennyJones · 07-26-2012, 12:51 AM

Are these the same for all E90's?

supremepower · 07-26-2012, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apjr09

Thanks, I really appreciate the help Eric.

I've had feelings it was either #1 or #4. Might take it over to LTBMW again and see what they say. I'll definitely be in touch Eric to go over the specific issues I'm having and to hear your thoughts.

Oh you are local to us. You are welcome to stop by

Quote:

Originally Posted by BennyJones

Are these the same for all E90's?

Yes basically.

Except not for:

Xi
M3

BennyJones · 07-26-2012, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by supremepower

Oh you are local to us. You are welcome to stop by

Yes basically.

Except not for:

Xi
M3

Great thanks, I'll be ordering a set tomorrow!

supremepower · 07-27-2012, 01:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BennyJones

Great thanks, I'll be ordering a set tomorrow!

In stock. Same day shipping.

neilvosko · 07-28-2012, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by supremepower

No we have had no reports of binding noises at all. Only a faulty installation woudl cause this. It is more than likely one of the following:

1. Washer between bearing and perch is not installed right side up
2. Washer between bearing and perch not installed at all
3. Rubber gasket installed when it shouldnt be
4. Top nut not tightened all the way
5. Bearing needs to be replaced.

There should be no harshness or binding with this spring perch. It operates exactly like the OEM part in terms of function.

If you need help dont hesitate to PM or call me directly at 714 632 1951 x225

Thank you

I am having same issues as APj with BMW perf suspension with steering wheel binding to one side only in parking lots and then self correcting. I had the install shop look at installation twice. Is there any pics I can send you to verify?

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07-13-2012, 08:25 AM	#33
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07-25-2012, 06:41 PM	#38
supremepower BimmerPost Supporting Vendor Drives: 991 Carrera S, M6, Noble M12 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: so cal Posts: 1,768 iTrader: (11)	No we have had no reports of binding noises at all. Only a faulty installation woudl cause this. It is more than likely one of the following: 1. Washer between bearing and perch is not installed right side up 2. Washer between bearing and perch not installed at all 3. Rubber gasket installed when it shouldnt be 4. Top nut not tightened all the way 5. Bearing needs to be replaced. There should be no harshness or binding with this spring perch. It operates exactly like the OEM part in terms of function. If you need help dont hesitate to PM or call me directly at 714 632 1951 x225 Thank you __________________ SupremePOWER 1025-B Ortega Way - Placentia CA 92870 714 632 1951 x225 eric@supremepower.com Eric Nareshni

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05-17-2011, 10:34 AM	#23
psre08 Second Lieutenant Drives: 330i E90 & 330Ci E46 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Ottawa Posts: 203 iTrader: (3)	Mine went on my '06 330i in November. They work perfectly, although I must admit they were a pain to install. Excellent value.

12-27-2011, 10:16 AM	#24
HifiSyd Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 335i Sedan Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Edmond, Ok. Posts: 92 iTrader: (0)	I installed mine this weekend. As stated before, install was a bit of a pain, primarily because of the spring compressor tool. I honestly think I had to crank each one about 500 times per side; arms got a bit tired and the angle was uncomfortable, but not unbearable. Start to finish it took me about 3.75 hours with the first side taking much longer than the second due to the learning curve. I didn't re-use the rubber spring seat and I've got no squeaks or any other undesirable side affects. I'm on factory ZSP and the perches lowered the front of my car 9/16". I went from being able to get "2.5 fingers" between the tire and fender and now I'm at 1.5 fingers. It's a subtle difference, but I'm happy with the result. The perches seem to be a very high quality product and tanks to everyone posting their experiences as it made my install much easier!

07-01-2012, 10:25 AM	#26
lakefront New Member Drives: 2008 BMW 335i 6mt Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: SE Wisconsin Posts: 19 iTrader: (0)	had my perches installed about 2 weeks ago along with a set of Koni FSDs. The shop has checked the alignment 3 times and swears its at factory settings, but the steering has become very quick, to the point that it darts across every bump in the road. Shop wonders if even the small amount of lowering from the new perches has changed the alignment specs. They are a reputable shop that works on plenty of other BMWs.

07-10-2012, 11:04 PM	#28
neilvosko Major Drives: 335i e92 FBO Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: miami Posts: 1,174 iTrader: (12)	can these be installed with BMW performance suspension on E92? vs the ZSP and what is the expected lowering? alignment is not required?

07-11-2012, 09:29 PM	#30
neilvosko Major Drives: 335i e92 FBO Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: miami Posts: 1,174 iTrader: (12)	Puuuurfect, thx. order placed. every non-coilover owner should buy these.

07-24-2012, 12:38 PM	#35
Frsh-N-Klean New Member Drives: 2009 BMW E90 335I Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	Had my E90 LCI done yesterday and it looks great!! The drop isn't crazy but definately looks much better. I was surprised what 1/2 inch does to the look our your car.

07-25-2012, 12:51 AM	#37
apjr09 Private First Class Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 118 iTrader: (0)	These are intended to be installed w/o the rubber spacer/gasket, correct? Have there been other reports of people experiencing binding noises when turning the wheel, and more of a harshness over rough road, after installing the perches? I've had these symptoms since I had them installed with bmw perf. suspension almost a year ago, and while I don't always get the binding from the front, it still occurs occasionally while turning the wheel at slow speeds (ie: parking). Any help?

07-26-2012, 12:48 AM	#39
apjr09 Private First Class Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 118 iTrader: (0)	Thanks, I really appreciate the help Eric. I've had feelings it was either #1 or #4. Might take it over to LTBMW again and see what they say. I'll definitely be in touch Eric to go over the specific issues I'm having and to hear your thoughts.