E91 Picture Thread

Techevo · 06-08-2013, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Tak1986

I was initially thinking of some eibach pro springs, then I think coilovers seems a better choice! which ones are you thinking of getting ?

It depends on your budget, and what handling/ride comfort compromise you want.

I tried Koni yellows and Eibach Pros to start with which gave a nice drop and a very, very comfortable ride compared with standard M-sport, but they were actually too soft for my preference as the Eibach spring rates are the same as standard, 145/450. I still have them actually, been meaning to sell them, only 1000miles from new.

Tak1986 · 06-08-2013, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Techevo

It depends on your budget, and what handling/ride comfort compromise you want.

I tried Koni yellows and Eibach Pros to start with which gave a nice drop and a very, very comfortable ride compared with standard M-sport, but they were actually too soft for my preference as the Eibach spring rates are the same as standard, 145/450. I still have them actually, been meaning to sell them, only 1000miles from new.

Your touring looks good mate! finally see them in the picture

I did follow your thread before according the ohlins, would really like a set of them, just cannot stretch out that far just yet. I do want something which improves handling, dont mind if its keeping or little worse than the m sport in terms of comfort, as there are pot holes everywhere in the country.

I will send you a PM regarding your springs, or if you happen still have the koni yellows as well ?

Cheers
Sam

anielsen71 · 06-08-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Techevo

If your paint is dull, you probably need some correction to remove the scratches before some decent wax or sealant protection.

Ohlins was purchased from a dealer in the UK.

Depending on your preference, Koni yellow shocks will be allow adjustment for a more comfortable ride than the Bilsteins.

My paint is not exactly dull, but there are a lot of small scratches from the carwash. And no I do not wash it by hand, but at a carwash where i'm happy with the result and I know where I need to wash it by hand in places the machine doesn't.

I like a firm ride and expect the B6-10 10 adjustments can give me that. Otherwise I consider go the full monty with a set of Bilstein B16 instead.

chrisd · 06-08-2013, 03:34 PM

My new Crimson Red M-Sport. Changed the grilles for genuine BMW ones within 1 hour of buying it. Next up will be suspension and Rims.

OB · 06-09-2013, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Tak1986

totally agree

I was thinking JB4 / Cobb, I think both will do the job.

I was initially thinking of some eibach pro springs, then I think coilovers seems a better choice! which ones are you thinking of getting ?

Both will def do the job, G5 iso with e85 can't go wrong. But just the COBB alone will not disappoint.

Just my ini thoughts as well. Haven't had time to read up on coils yet, but prob not gonna drop the coin on a setup from Ohlins or KWs. If you find something nice give me a PM!

OB · 06-09-2013, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Techevo

I bought the car to tow my race car, and found the chassis pretty bad as standard, so decided to sort it out.

I also wanted a manual gearbox, so a 335D was out of equation.

I didn't buy the car to drive fast in a straight line, but I still want to have some fun on the twisties.

MIKAM · 06-09-2013, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by chrisd

My new Crimson Red M-Sport. Changed the grilles for genuine BMW ones within 1 hour of buying it. Next up will be suspension and Rims.

Very nice

Maso · 06-10-2013, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

I love this!!

Seen it on tumblr. Please tell more of the spec and how hard is to change to M3 boot and side wheel houses?

Maso · 06-10-2013, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by redEYEjedi

Front end is bolt on.

You will need to replace:
- headlights
- headlight brackets
- front bumper
- front fenders
- front fender liners
- hood

In order to complete the rest of the body conversion, I swapped:
- side skirts
- mirrors
- rear bumper
- rear quarter panels

Only OEM parts were used for this conversion.

Thank you for the feedback.

M-Sport · 06-10-2013, 02:39 PM

330 xD from Sweden! Waiting for my new Incurve 20" wheels

Wait for update!

dest · 06-13-2013, 04:19 PM

My 330d Msport

VMRWheels · 06-13-2013, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Maso

I love this!!

Seen it on tumblr. Please tell more of the spec and how hard is to change to M3 boot and side wheel houses?

Unfortunately I do not have much info on the wheel and tire specs. Lots of custom bodywork has to be done though, so I'm sure a project like that is time consuming and expensive. I'm guessing it's 19x9.5 ET22/19x10 ET25, but not 100% on it.

GTKrockeTT · 06-13-2013, 11:22 PM

going under the knife soon...

OB · 06-14-2013, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by GTKrockeTT

going under the knife soon...

what suspension setup is that?

GTKrockeTT · 06-14-2013, 10:27 AM

ST coils. Also adding M3 front control arms, and swapping out tie rods and sway bar end links while the rest is being done.

OB · 06-14-2013, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by GTKrockeTT

ST coils. Also adding M3 front control arms, and swapping out tie rods and sway bar end links while the rest is being done.

mate. Too bad there doesn't seem to be a vendor in Europe selling ST coils, good value for the money.

Tak1986 · 06-14-2013, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by OB

mate. Too bad there doesn't seem to be a vendor in Europe selling ST coils, good value for the money.

Think they brand them as Weitec over there, very similar to kw v1 basic.

they used to be around 600gbp a set couple of years ago, but no longer now

OB · 06-14-2013, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Tak1986

Think they brand them as Weitec over there, very similar to kw v1 basic.

they used to be around 600gbp a set couple of years ago, but no longer now

great info, had no idea. a bit higher price now yup, but still decent.
http://www.europerformance.co.uk/pag...product=250662

damn it's a pita to make up your own mind about coils..

Tak1986 · 06-14-2013, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by OB

great info, had no idea. a bit higher price now yup, but still decent.
http://www.europerformance.co.uk/pag...product=250662

damn it's a pita to make up your own mind about coils..

I know!

There is a brand called AP, I think they are related to KW as well in some way. They are about 500 pounds a set, and around 700gbp ish for a set of dampening adjustable one (APX)

I used to have the weitec on the mk4 golf, they are pretty good.

The price of weitec these day are very close to a set of Bilstein B14!

their prices are pretty good, see clicky

http://www.motorsportworld.co.uk/

Mr Singh · 06-15-2013, 05:30 AM

I have had Weitecs on for about 15,000 miles. No complaints. Fantastic setup for the money.

GTKrockeTT · 06-15-2013, 02:34 PM

suspension installed, but some slight adjustments will be made.

chrisd · 06-15-2013, 04:54 PM

[QUOTE=dest;14159135]My 330d Msport

Sweet, where did you get the rear bumper protector from??

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