I springs on Xi

bmwm3redblack · 06-25-2013, 08:18 AM

hey guys i've got 335xi coupe. And hated the gappy look of it. Then i bought H&R sports springs and loved the look but hated drive comfort

I must admitt that it concerns only xi cars, cause if you got 335i on 19' wheels it looks mormal and drives comfortly.

So the question: is any chance to install i springs on xi and kill to goals LOOK + RIDE comfort???????

If someone use the same setup please answer!!!

Patrick303 · 06-25-2013, 09:26 AM

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Nonecure · 06-25-2013, 11:06 AM

Patrick, nice Aviator!

tomtom11 · 06-25-2013, 11:10 AM

the eibach springs for the 335i are a good mix of lowering the ride height and keeping the comfort level at almost stock. the eibach springs will not lower the car as much as the H&R sport springs but they are definitely more comfortable to drive on

bmwm3redblack · 06-25-2013, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tomtom11

the eibach springs for the 335i are a good mix of lowering the ride height and keeping the comfort level at almost stock. the eibach springs will not lower the car as much as the H&R sport springs but they are definitely more comfortable to drive on

thank you very much for the info!!!

tomtom11 · 06-25-2013, 12:52 PM

your welcome

bmwm3redblack · 06-25-2013, 12:59 PM

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your welcome

So eibach definitely softer and more comfortable in comparison with H&R?

AWD Addict · 06-26-2013, 09:45 AM

Yes. I can confirm that as well.

TenshiWingusu · 06-26-2013, 05:50 PM

so the Eibach i springs fit the xi?

tomtom11 · 06-26-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by TenshiWingusu

so the Eibach i springs fit the xi?

yes

tomtom11 · 06-26-2013, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwm3redblack

So eibach definitely softer and more comfortable in comparison with H&R?

yes

tomtom11 · 06-26-2013, 05:54 PM

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=249243

steve1980 · 07-06-2013, 01:25 AM

Can anyone recommend a good set of springs but for every day use? My 335 xdrive coupe m sport is my daily driver and I don't want it to be too low Being I live in bklyn. Now the car is sitting on 18*9 235s in the front and 18* 10 265 in the rear. For my taste the back really doesn't need a drop, but the front if I could would only lower it maybe .75 to an inch at best. Anything with that kinda drop without killing the ride i would def jump on. While it may look a little better, in my eyes the car is too expensive to have ride like shit, therefore I don't want too low a drop. Prefer the height of the reg 335i m sport. Total amateur when it comes to lowering cars so any info is much appreciated. Thanks.

bmwm3redblack · 07-06-2013, 09:22 AM

Unfortunately i don't think you've got too many options.
i am using H&R and they are terrible in ride comfort, but look sexy. some folks say eibach are better so you can try them!!!

thegrinchboy · 07-06-2013, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by steve1980

Can anyone recommend a good set of springs but for every day use? My 335 xdrive coupe m sport is my daily driver and I don't want it to be too low Being I live in bklyn. Now the car is sitting on 18*9 235s in the front and 18* 10 265 in the rear. For my taste the back really doesn't need a drop, but the front if I could would only lower it maybe .75 to an inch at best. Anything with that kinda drop without killing the ride i would def jump on. While it may look a little better, in my eyes the car is too expensive to have ride like shit, therefore I don't want too low a drop. Prefer the height of the reg 335i m sport. Total amateur when it comes to lowering cars so any info is much appreciated. Thanks.

Eibach Pros are good, great ride and comfortable, and but note they still do have a decent amount of drop, especially on rear of an E90 (almost 2" drop on my 335xi). For your E92 it should be less, as you already start off with a lower rated spring. Alternatively you could pick up a set of RWD OEM sport springs (D spec). As you probably know the xDrive vehicles with Sport/MSport package are not actually equipped with sport suspension, but standard non-sport components.

steve1980 · 07-06-2013, 10:30 PM

After driving an 09 328i m sport today with the exact same dimension tires as I have oem sounds like a good idea if possible. This car def held it's ground better than mine does.

thegrinchboy · 07-06-2013, 11:22 PM

Just note that there is no OEM xDrive sport spring available. You need to do some research and assume some risk of what may meet your needs. Good way to start is direct swap of from your C# springs to corresponding D# sport springs. Good luck.

bmwm3redblack · 07-07-2013, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by thegrinchboy

Eibach Pros are good, great ride and comfortable, and but note they still do have a decent amount of drop, especially on rear of an E90 (almost 2" drop on my 335xi). For your E92 it should be less, as you already start off with a lower rated spring. Alternatively you could pick up a set of RWD OEM sport springs (D spec). As you probably know the xDrive vehicles with Sport/MSport package are not actually equipped with sport suspension, but standard non-sport components.

Hey does eibach are really good ride with stock shocks? i 'm thinking on changing my H&R to eibach,

thegrinchboy · 07-07-2013, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwm3redblack

Hey does eibach are really good ride with stock shocks? i 'm thinking on changing my H&R to eibach,

I really liked the Eibachs, but they were too low for me since I drive north to ski country regularly during ski season. Therefore I just swap out to OEM sport springs. This gave me back about 1" of clearance from ground, but the ride seems bouncier and not as planted. I will do a little writeup later on.

bmwm3redblack · 07-08-2013, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by thegrinchboy

I really liked the Eibachs, but they were too low for me since I drive north to ski country regularly during ski season. Therefore I just swap out to OEM sport springs. This gave me back about 1" of clearance from ground, but the ride seems bouncier and not as planted. I will do a little writeup later on.

Thanks for the info, a full review on eibachs would be appreciated!!!

steve1980 · 07-09-2013, 12:04 AM

Yes looking forward to a review as well would be much appreciated. Now onto my next two questions. First is there anything I can purchase besides springs that can help reduce the body roll as well as the bouncing up and down? And how do I post pics here? Thanks..

tubesguy · 07-09-2013, 10:17 AM

You might check out the "xdrive suspension compatibility" thread above. For roll, I might suggest the stiffer anti-roll bar. For the bouncing up and down, more searching and reading of prior threads might be necessary.

06-25-2013, 08:18 AM	#1
bmwm3redblack Captain 59 Rep 886 Posts Drives: BMW ///M3 E46, BMW E92 335Xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: e13 osl iTrader: (0)	I springs on Xi hey guys i've got 335xi coupe. And hated the gappy look of it. Then i bought H&R sports springs and loved the look but hated drive comfort I must admitt that it concerns only xi cars, cause if you got 335i on 19' wheels it looks mormal and drives comfortly. So the question: is any chance to install i springs on xi and kill to goals LOOK + RIDE comfort??????? If someone use the same setup please answer!!! __________________ Bmw 335xi/FBO/ black on black/ 6sp manual/Cobb AP/BMS DCI/AA BOV KIT/VRSF DP'S/VRSF 7'FMIC /FULLY CATLESS/H&R sport springs/ 19' ac schnitzer wheels.
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06-25-2013, 11:10 AM	#4
tomtom11 Captain 84 Rep 703 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Earth iTrader: (1)	the eibach springs for the 335i are a good mix of lowering the ride height and keeping the comfort level at almost stock. the eibach springs will not lower the car as much as the H&R sport springs but they are definitely more comfortable to drive on
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TenshiWingusu Private First Class 8 Rep 105 Posts Drives: '07 335xi Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	so the Eibach i springs fit the xi? __________________ Vishnu PROcede 2.5SE, BMS DCI, Evolution Racewerk Charge Pipe, HKS SSQV4
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07-06-2013, 01:25 AM	#13
steve1980 Private 61 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 18' F80 M3 ZCP Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: brooklyn iTrader: (0)	Can anyone recommend a good set of springs but for every day use? My 335 xdrive coupe m sport is my daily driver and I don't want it to be too low Being I live in bklyn. Now the car is sitting on 189 235s in the front and 18 10 265 in the rear. For my taste the back really doesn't need a drop, but the front if I could would only lower it maybe .75 to an inch at best. Anything with that kinda drop without killing the ride i would def jump on. While it may look a little better, in my eyes the car is too expensive to have ride like shit, therefore I don't want too low a drop. Prefer the height of the reg 335i m sport. Total amateur when it comes to lowering cars so any info is much appreciated. Thanks.
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bmwm3redblack Captain 59 Rep 886 Posts Drives: BMW ///M3 E46, BMW E92 335Xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: e13 osl iTrader: (0)	Unfortunately i don't think you've got too many options. i am using H&R and they are terrible in ride comfort, but look sexy. some folks say eibach are better so you can try them!!! __________________ Bmw 335xi/FBO/ black on black/ 6sp manual/Cobb AP/BMS DCI/AA BOV KIT/VRSF DP'S/VRSF 7'FMIC /FULLY CATLESS/H&R sport springs/ 19' ac schnitzer wheels.
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steve1980 Private 61 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 18' F80 M3 ZCP Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: brooklyn iTrader: (0)	After driving an 09 328i m sport today with the exact same dimension tires as I have oem sounds like a good idea if possible. This car def held it's ground better than mine does.
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07-06-2013, 11:22 PM	#17
thegrinchboy Captain 62 Rep 701 Posts Drives: '11 335xi, '18 X1, '21 M2C Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NH iTrader: (14) Garage List 2021 BMW M2 Competi ... [0.00] 2018 BMW X1 [0.00] 2011 BMW 335xi Msport [0.00]	Just note that there is no OEM xDrive sport spring available. You need to do some research and assume some risk of what may meet your needs. Good way to start is direct swap of from your C# springs to corresponding D# sport springs. Good luck.
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07-09-2013, 12:04 AM	#21
steve1980 Private 61 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 18' F80 M3 ZCP Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: brooklyn iTrader: (0)	Yes looking forward to a review as well would be much appreciated. Now onto my next two questions. First is there anything I can purchase besides springs that can help reduce the body roll as well as the bouncing up and down? And how do I post pics here? Thanks..
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07-09-2013, 10:17 AM	#22
tubesguy New Member 0 Rep 23 Posts Drives: '07 E92 328xi Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wisconsin iTrader: (0)	You might check out the "xdrive suspension compatibility" thread above. For roll, I might suggest the stiffer anti-roll bar. For the bouncing up and down, more searching and reading of prior threads might be necessary.
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