Do I need new shocks when lowering an xi? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

TNganele · 11-05-2012, 09:32 PM

I'm getting H&R sport springs and I was wondering if i needed new shocks when i get the springs?
thanks.

JS-NA.E92 · 11-05-2012, 10:16 PM

Yes and no, to be on the safe side buy shocks but if your on a budget just go for springs, the oem shocks should hold up for awhile. If you wanna do it the right way the first time go coilovers.

abhishriv · 11-05-2012, 11:46 PM

yes you need new shocks.. your stock shocks are made to work with stock springs, not aftermarket ones. they will quickly wear out on lower aftermarket springs. if you;re going to lower, do it right the first time imo.

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11-05-2012, 11:46 PM	#3
abhishriv Major Drives: 2007 335i Coupe (Space grey) Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,095 iTrader: (0)	yes you need new shocks.. your stock shocks are made to work with stock springs, not aftermarket ones. they will quickly wear out on lower aftermarket springs. if you;re going to lower, do it right the first time imo.