ST V1 Coils installed on Crimson Red E92

JawjaDawg · 02-04-2012, 07:08 PM

Got the coils in yesterday, thanks to Alan @ **********s

Took it to a mechanic referred by NiveDh in Atlanta, install was a breeze for him since he's done so many Coilover kits before. He took a look at the ST kit, and told me the rear shocks that came with it just aren't quite as strong as it should be. He compressed the shock with ease, whereas the OEM rear shock was a tad bit more sturdier and harder to push in/release. After talking, he suggested I keep my OEM rear shocks but still replace everything else. So whenever the OEM goes bad, I have a set to replace with.

Overall, Im very satisfied with the ride quality as the car sits way lower than before. Front gap is shorter than one finger, and about the same in the back. I drove over 100 miles back home and I couldn't be more please, ride is a bit harsher but I expected alot worse. I have no rubbing issues yet, car has 8.5/9.5 with 235/265 with 12mm spacers out back (35 et front, 43 et back before spacers).

Pictures: (sorry about the night pics, just snapped a few shots when I got home, better pics coming soon)

Before: (stock suspension, Supreme Power lowering perches only)

Rears in (OEM shock)

Fronts almost done

After the ride back home, again, sorry about the shxtty night pics

If anybody is looking for a good installer near the Atlanta area, PM me for info.

.fLip. · 02-04-2012, 07:28 PM

looks good man

Hartge · 02-05-2012, 12:38 PM

very nice

badblkX6 · 02-05-2012, 12:58 PM

the black/red combo looks very sporty and classy. the drop looks very nice. i am happy you like it. post more pics when you get a chance! good luck!

NiVeDh · 02-05-2012, 01:11 PM

Looks great!

SoCal BimMn' · 02-05-2012, 01:37 PM

Very nice man

ModBargains.com · 02-05-2012, 01:42 PM

Glad to hear that you're enjoying the ST V1 coilovers. The car looks amazing and thanks for sharing these pics and your feedback with the community!

JawjaDawg · 02-05-2012, 03:30 PM

Here's a quick rolling shot

mike328 · 02-05-2012, 03:36 PM

you car looks great.

C.Shopp335xi · 02-05-2012, 07:09 PM

Looks great man! Red is my favorite color and seeing all these red Bimmers makes me like it even more. Good work!

JawjaDawg · 02-05-2012, 09:07 PM

Thanks everybody.

catch · 02-05-2012, 11:32 PM

thats a good look!

DC_Oldboy · 02-05-2012, 11:54 PM

Looks really sharp yo.

ibeclueless · 02-06-2012, 05:25 AM

car looks good

datbimmerdoe · 02-06-2012, 09:54 AM

drop looks real nice.

ModBargains.com · 02-06-2012, 04:44 PM

That rolling shot is amazing!

02-04-2012, 07:08 PM	#1
JawjaDawg Lieutenant 52 Rep 598 Posts Drives: 07 Crimson Red E92 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	ST V1 Coils installed on Crimson Red E92 Got the coils in yesterday, thanks to Alan @ **********s Took it to a mechanic referred by NiveDh in Atlanta, install was a breeze for him since he's done so many Coilover kits before. He took a look at the ST kit, and told me the rear shocks that came with it just aren't quite as strong as it should be. He compressed the shock with ease, whereas the OEM rear shock was a tad bit more sturdier and harder to push in/release. After talking, he suggested I keep my OEM rear shocks but still replace everything else. So whenever the OEM goes bad, I have a set to replace with. Overall, Im very satisfied with the ride quality as the car sits way lower than before. Front gap is shorter than one finger, and about the same in the back. I drove over 100 miles back home and I couldn't be more please, ride is a bit harsher but I expected alot worse. I have no rubbing issues yet, car has 8.5/9.5 with 235/265 with 12mm spacers out back (35 et front, 43 et back before spacers). Pictures: (sorry about the night pics, just snapped a few shots when I got home, better pics coming soon) Before: (stock suspension, Supreme Power lowering perches only) Rears in (OEM shock) Fronts almost done After the ride back home, again, sorry about the shxtty night pics If anybody is looking for a good installer near the Atlanta area, PM me for info.
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