Fortune Auto Coilovers for x-drive

Doyle · 06-17-2013, 07:49 AM

Big thanks to JC335xi for helping to get people rounded up!

Alright, so here is the most recent update:

I spoke with Terry, the owner of Fortune Auto, and he is 100% on board with getting an x-drive kit set up. This is the timeline that he anticipates:

-1.5-2 weeks for measuring/mocking up the coilovers
-2 months getting the kit produced
-1.5-2 weeks final testing and evaluation

So, that means the kits will get to the consumers in around 3 months. I'm going to try and get my car to them this week.

For the 10 individuals that have expressed an interest, if that timeline is alright with you, shoot me a PM and I'll ask you a few questions in order to make sure that the consumer's needs/desires are met. I'll also provide any help in choosing spring rates or features if you wish.

From there, I'll send your contact info, and the specific details for your kit to Gary Martin, who will be the retailer for this. I can also send you his info, if you are hesitant about providing info to a third party (just tell him Geoff sent you, and relay the details that you and I will discuss via PM).

With regard to the actual kit, I had a chance to speak with an Evo driver at Hyper Fest this weekend that runs a FA 510 kit. He is a NASA racer that has been on clubsports and Ohlins. He mentioned that by the time they finished valving his set, the dyno between his Ohlins DFV kit and the FA kit were identical. He also had nothing but good things to say about dealing with the company. Slowly, I'm gaining some serious respect for these guys!

JC335xi · 06-24-2013, 09:24 AM

A small update for everyone compliments of Doyle. Apparently FA was able to source some used stock struts/shocks for mockup and should have something to start test fitting in a month or so.

jpE92M3 · 09-22-2013, 09:42 PM

Any updates on this? I may be interested.

Doyle · 09-23-2013, 07:59 AM

In the next couple weeks they get the prototype finished up. Then they'll t&e and start taking orders. Stay tuned, about to get interesting!

stashtrey · 09-28-2013, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doyle

In the next couple weeks they get the prototype finished up. Then they'll t&e and start taking orders. Stay tuned, about to get interesting!

This is exciting. Any idea on price point? I'd be in on a group buy!!!

09E90utah · 10-05-2013, 11:33 PM

I'm in!

09E90utah · 10-14-2013, 12:52 AM

any updates on this?

09E90utah · 10-14-2013, 12:52 AM

any updates on this?

09E90utah · 10-14-2013, 12:52 AM

any updates on this?

09E90utah · 10-14-2013, 12:53 AM

any updates on this?

Doyle · 10-15-2013, 10:42 AM

Just checked in. They are assembling kits, now. I'll be meeting with Gary Martin to discuss pricing and group buy details.

That being said, PM me or through your name on the list!

1)

jamba · 10-15-2013, 10:48 AM

I'm in

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doyle

Just checked in. They are assembling kits, now. I'll be meeting with Gary Martin to discuss pricing and group buy details.

That being said, PM me or through your name on the list!

1)jhoneil
2)

JC335xi · 10-15-2013, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doyle

Just checked in. They are assembling kits, now. I'll be meeting with Gary Martin to discuss pricing and group buy details.

That being said, PM me or through your name on the list!

1)

I'm still in.

maf330xi · 10-15-2013, 05:11 PM

I'm still on the fence, I'll wait for pricing details.

09E90utah · 10-16-2013, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doyle

Just checked in. They are assembling kits, now. I'll be meeting with Gary Martin to discuss pricing and group buy details.

That being said, PM me or through your name on the list!

1)

09e90utah

Doyle · 10-19-2013, 05:29 PM

Saw them being installed on MMI's 328xi.

Looking good

jamba · 10-19-2013, 09:50 PM

Any update on when it's going to be available to the rest of us? Or at least pride point?

biscut · 10-22-2013, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jhoneil

Any update on when it's going to be available to the rest of us? Or at least pride point?

This....

I may be interested as well.

illeste9x · 10-22-2013, 07:21 PM

I would so be down I need to slam my e90, but can't get the money right away, so probably no group buy

b-man · 10-22-2013, 07:32 PM

I'll be interested in a group buy!

Doyle · 10-24-2013, 07:21 PM

I can't speak to the specifics of pricing as I don't represent either fortune auto or MMI, but e90 base 500 can be had for around $1400.

More info should be coming soon.

JC335xi · 12-05-2013, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doyle

I can't speak to the specifics of pricing as I don't represent either fortune auto or MMI, but e90 base 500 can be had for around $1400.

More info should be coming soon.

Any updates? I thought these would be available by now.

06-17-2013, 07:49 AM	#23
Doyle Hellafunctional 37 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A iTrader: (2)	Big thanks to JC335xi for helping to get people rounded up! Alright, so here is the most recent update: I spoke with Terry, the owner of Fortune Auto, and he is 100% on board with getting an x-drive kit set up. This is the timeline that he anticipates: -1.5-2 weeks for measuring/mocking up the coilovers -2 months getting the kit produced -1.5-2 weeks final testing and evaluation So, that means the kits will get to the consumers in around 3 months. I'm going to try and get my car to them this week. For the 10 individuals that have expressed an interest, if that timeline is alright with you, shoot me a PM and I'll ask you a few questions in order to make sure that the consumer's needs/desires are met. I'll also provide any help in choosing spring rates or features if you wish. From there, I'll send your contact info, and the specific details for your kit to Gary Martin, who will be the retailer for this. I can also send you his info, if you are hesitant about providing info to a third party (just tell him Geoff sent you, and relay the details that you and I will discuss via PM). With regard to the actual kit, I had a chance to speak with an Evo driver at Hyper Fest this weekend that runs a FA 510 kit. He is a NASA racer that has been on clubsports and Ohlins. He mentioned that by the time they finished valving his set, the dyno between his Ohlins DFV kit and the FA kit were identical. He also had nothing but good things to say about dealing with the company. Slowly, I'm gaining some serious respect for these guys! __________________ Go: Cobb S2+, Big Tom FMIC, CP-E DP & DCI, Royal Muffler, AR OC Turn: TC Kline/Swift SA, Vorshlag Plates, UUC Front Bar, H&R M3 Rear Bar, VAC endlinks & spacers, Forgeline 18x9.5/NT05 265 Square Stop: Endless MX72, Stoptech Rotors/Lines, Motul RBF600
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JC335xi Second Lieutenant 19 Rep 259 Posts Drives: 07 e90 335xi Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: CT iTrader: (2)	A small update for everyone compliments of Doyle. Apparently FA was able to source some used stock struts/shocks for mockup and should have something to start test fitting in a month or so. __________________ 2007 335xi 6AT \| Cobb Stage1+ \| BMS DCI \| VRSF 7" IC \| FA 500 400#F/600#R \| ARC8 17x9 et30 \| RE-11a 255/40/17 Parting out car. For sale thread here: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1167583
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09-23-2013, 07:59 AM	#26
Doyle Hellafunctional 37 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A iTrader: (2)	In the next couple weeks they get the prototype finished up. Then they'll t&e and start taking orders. Stay tuned, about to get interesting! __________________ Go: Cobb S2+, Big Tom FMIC, CP-E DP & DCI, Royal Muffler, AR OC Turn: TC Kline/Swift SA, Vorshlag Plates, UUC Front Bar, H&R M3 Rear Bar, VAC endlinks & spacers, Forgeline 18x9.5/NT05 265 Square Stop: Endless MX72, Stoptech Rotors/Lines, Motul RBF600
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10-05-2013, 11:33 PM	#28
09E90utah Private First Class 6 Rep 101 Posts Drives: 2009 335i x-drive Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i xDriv ... [0.00]	I'm in!
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09E90utah Private First Class 6 Rep 101 Posts Drives: 2009 335i x-drive Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i xDriv ... [0.00]	any updates on this?
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10-15-2013, 10:42 AM	#33
Doyle Hellafunctional 37 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A iTrader: (2)	Just checked in. They are assembling kits, now. I'll be meeting with Gary Martin to discuss pricing and group buy details. That being said, PM me or through your name on the list! 1) __________________ Go: Cobb S2+, Big Tom FMIC, CP-E DP & DCI, Royal Muffler, AR OC Turn: TC Kline/Swift SA, Vorshlag Plates, UUC Front Bar, H&R M3 Rear Bar, VAC endlinks & spacers, Forgeline 18x9.5/NT05 265 Square Stop: Endless MX72, Stoptech Rotors/Lines, Motul RBF600
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10-19-2013, 05:29 PM	#38
Doyle Hellafunctional 37 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A iTrader: (2)	Saw them being installed on MMI's 328xi. Looking good __________________ Go: Cobb S2+, Big Tom FMIC, CP-E DP & DCI, Royal Muffler, AR OC Turn: TC Kline/Swift SA, Vorshlag Plates, UUC Front Bar, H&R M3 Rear Bar, VAC endlinks & spacers, Forgeline 18x9.5/NT05 265 Square Stop: Endless MX72, Stoptech Rotors/Lines, Motul RBF600
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10-22-2013, 07:21 PM	#41
illeste9x New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 2007 328XI Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Connecticut iTrader: (0)	I would so be down I need to slam my e90, but can't get the money right away, so probably no group buy
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10-24-2013, 07:21 PM	#43
Doyle Hellafunctional 37 Rep 426 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A iTrader: (2)	I can't speak to the specifics of pricing as I don't represent either fortune auto or MMI, but e90 base 500 can be had for around $1400. More info should be coming soon. __________________ Go: Cobb S2+, Big Tom FMIC, CP-E DP & DCI, Royal Muffler, AR OC Turn: TC Kline/Swift SA, Vorshlag Plates, UUC Front Bar, H&R M3 Rear Bar, VAC endlinks & spacers, Forgeline 18x9.5/NT05 265 Square Stop: Endless MX72, Stoptech Rotors/Lines, Motul RBF600
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