Bilstein PSS10 B14s

agustincuenca · 03-24-2018, 12:13 AM

So far, I had these coilovers installed for at least 26k miles along with a complete suspension refresh. So far I love the setup and have not a single issues with them but I'm thinking ahead and wondering what would happen should I need to replace shocks (simply because they are worn or old), is it possible to buy parts from off the kit separately? I guess the springs are good for life unless one cracks which is very very unlikely. Do I have to buy an entire kit and use the parts?
Thanks in advance if you run into the same scenario and can provide some info.
I DID search, A LOT, and found nothing as far as I can tell.

Phil325i · 03-24-2018, 03:22 AM

I would be shocked (excuse the pun) if your Bilsteins needed replacing after only 26K. If it's any guide, my Ohlins (which unlike the Bilsteins are designed to be refurbishable) require servicing every 50K.

lab_rat · 03-24-2018, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil325i

I would be shocked (excuse the pun) if your Bilsteins needed replacing after only 26K. If it's any guide, my Ohlins (which unlike the Bilsteins are designed to be refurbishable) require servicing every 50K.

The Bilstein suspension can be rebuilt by http://www.fatcatmotorsports.com

agustincuenca · 03-24-2018, 01:50 PM

ohh nice, judging by the way I drive the car and roads here is probably going to last a lot.

Phil325i · 03-25-2018, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by lab_rat

The Bilstein suspension can be rebuilt by http://www.fatcatmotorsports.com

I stand corrected. Though I guess it depends on which Bilstein system. I have Bilsteins on another car, and there's no way they can be rebuilt - at least not without cutting them up and re-welding!

lab_rat · 03-25-2018, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil325i

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Originally Posted by lab_rat

The Bilstein suspension can be rebuilt by http://www.fatcatmotorsports.com

I stand corrected. Though I guess it depends on which Bilstein system. I have Bilsteins on another car, and there's no way they can be rebuilt - at least not without cutting them up and re-welding!

That's true - it would depend on specific type/build of damper, so a rebuild of some Bilstein dampers would be as you stated.

Luckily for us E9x owners, the PSS10 can be built (even customized valving) by Fat Cat Motorsports.

tlow98 · 03-26-2018, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by lab_rat

That's true - it would depend on specific type/build of damper, so a rebuild of some Bilstein dampers would be as you stated.

Luckily for us E9x owners, the PSS10 can be built (even customized valving) by Fat Cat Motorsports.

Any posts by Fat Cat users on the E90 platform?

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