Want to lower car 1 inch at most. Alignment issues?

WhiteFury · 09-23-2013, 02:30 AM

I searched but i couldnt find an answer. I want to lower the car about an inch. I don't want a slammed car and I want to keep the good comfy ride of the stock suspension. What is my best option that isn't harsh?

I also need want to know if the 335i is somewhat adjustable to correct the camber and caster or if I have to buy hardware.

Thanks

mlifxs · 09-23-2013, 05:26 AM

On your first question, this might be a candidate
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=843617
A good discussion on what sounds like a quality product that would meet your objectives.

JYohay · 09-23-2013, 06:17 AM

The cheapest option would be eibach springs.
I'm on koni fsd shocks, but changed from h&r sport to eibach no I am amazed at how comfortable it is.
Feels better than stock.
Highly recommend it.
Front camber isn't all that adjustable but everything else is.
My front is at -1.3

WhiteFury · 09-23-2013, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by JYohay

The cheapest option would be eibach springs.
I'm on koni fsd shocks, but changed from h&r sport to eibach no I am amazed at how comfortable it is.
Feels better than stock.
Highly recommend it.
Front camber isn't all that adjustable but everything else is.
My front is at -1.3

So front caster and rear camber are adjustable? If I put the eibach springs on factory shocks will it ride ok?

What is factory spec for camber?

mlifxs · 09-23-2013, 05:34 PM

my recall is rear camber -1.5, for sport suspension.
not sure about front. front alignment pins make front camber unadjustable, unless you remove them. if you remove you might attain -0.8.

HP Autosport · 09-23-2013, 06:04 PM

I would suggest going with any set of Koni's and SWIFT spring setup. SWIFT is superior (in my opinion) in ride performance and comfort to that of Eibach and especially H&R. It will give you that slight desired drop but be excellent for comfort and performance. Can't get a much better option. PM me if you have any questions!

-Mike

WhiteFury · 09-23-2013, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mlifxs

my recall is rear camber -1.5, for sport suspension.
not sure about front. front alignment pins make front camber unadjustable, unless you remove them. if you remove you might attain -0.8.

So if I drop 1 inch with swift or eibach I can attain vehicle specs with factory hardware?

mlifxs · 09-23-2013, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by WhiteFury

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlifxs

my recall is rear camber -1.5, for sport suspension.
not sure about front. front alignment pins make front camber unadjustable, unless you remove them. if you remove you might attain -0.8.

So if I drop 1 inch with swift or eibach I can attain vehicle specs with factory hardware?

I think so but you should verify with someone who's done it.

doogee · 09-23-2013, 07:37 PM

I'm very happy with my H&R Sports on factory Sport shocks.

The ride feels identical to OEM. Very happy and surprised!

WhiteFury · 09-23-2013, 07:40 PM

How do I know if my car came with sport shocks?

mlifxs · 09-23-2013, 08:14 PM

One foolproof way would be find a part number on a front strut or rear shock and look it up on realoem.com.

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JYohay Banned 42 Rep 2,009 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NY iTrader: (3)	The cheapest option would be eibach springs. I'm on koni fsd shocks, but changed from h&r sport to eibach no I am amazed at how comfortable it is. Feels better than stock. Highly recommend it. Front camber isn't all that adjustable but everything else is. My front is at -1.3
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