Anyone running the new bmw performance suspension?

FotiosF90M5 · 07-09-2009, 05:59 PM

I know a couple people have posted reviews but Im wondering who else has it and if they like it or not. I have the new package coming my way for my e90. I have 42k on the car and have been running H&R sport springs for a while on oem sport shocks. Im really looking forward to having it installed and Im wondering how much better it will be. Im finally going to be on a proper spring/shock combo as well as a different front sway. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

335fourdoor · 07-09-2009, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by fotios335i

I know a couple people have posted reviews but Im wondering who else has it and if they like it or not. I have the new package coming my way for my e90. I have 42k on the car and have been running H&R sport springs for a while on oem sport shocks. Im really looking forward to having it installed and Im wondering how much better it will be. Im finally going to be on a proper spring/shock combo as well as a different front sway. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

I'm currious about your experience with running h&r springs with stock sport shocks? did it feel bouncy? decrease in handling compare to stock?

FotiosF90M5 · 07-09-2009, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 335fourdoor

I'm currious about your experience with running h&r springs with stock sport shocks? did it feel bouncy? decrease in handling compare to stock?

The handling on good roads was a lot better. Once the bumps come around its not so great. I HATE the bounciness and it takes bumps pretty bad. I would never recommend it. Ive lived with it for a while so if your on a budget it will work just not well. Turn in response is better than oem.
Not many people with the performance suspension huh?...Im hoping to hear some feedback.

Rogue_Marine · 07-09-2009, 08:40 PM

UPS just delivered mine at my door step this afternoon. I'll chime in with my perspective and opinion after installation and driving on it.

FotiosF90M5 · 07-09-2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Rogue_Marine

UPS just delivered mine at my door step this afternoon. I'll chime in with my perspective and opinion after installation and driving on it.

awesome. Looking forward to it. whos doing your install?

Rogue_Marine · 07-10-2009, 10:20 AM

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awesome. Looking forward to it. whos doing your install?

The dealership quoted me a rate of $110/hr to install and supposedly takes 8 hours according to them. So I am gonna find an independent BMW shop and most likely do it through them.

cn555ic · 07-10-2009, 09:12 PM

8 hours...they are pulling your chain....

Fraggy · 07-12-2009, 08:55 AM

I have the original performance suspension and really love it. Coming from your current set up you will be very pleased.

Mr. 5 · 07-12-2009, 09:21 AM

Search around.
There's some good reviews.

FotiosF90M5 · 07-12-2009, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Fraggy

I have the original performance suspension and really love it. Coming from your current set up you will be very pleased.

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Originally Posted by Mr. 5

Search around.
There's some good reviews.

Thanks guys. Im looking forward to it. I read both of your reviews and they were great. I was looking for some more input from people that have the same kit I do without any other changes. I need to find an installer now.

Park2670 · 07-12-2009, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Rogue_Marine

The dealership quoted me a rate of $110/hr to install and supposedly takes 8 hours according to them. So I am gonna find an independent BMW shop and most likely do it through them.

This is absurdly high. Keep looking. I even have seen people do it themselves. If I had the right tools I would do it for you...

cn555ic · 07-12-2009, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by fotios335i

Thanks guys. Im looking forward to it. I read both of your reviews and they were great. I was looking for some more input from people that have the same kit I do without any other changes. I need to find an installer now.

Drive down to New Jersey and Matt (itsbrokeagain) can install it for a awesome price....He is the man when its comes to suspension installs....

FotiosF90M5 · 07-12-2009, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by cn555ic

Drive down to New Jersey and Matt (itsbrokeagain) can install it for a awesome price....He is the man when its comes to suspension installs....

honestly I wish I could. I want someone competent to do it but jersey's a bit far for me with my time constraints.

MuchMoore · 07-13-2009, 12:16 AM

Dampening adjustable coils > *.

FotiosF90M5 · 07-13-2009, 09:19 AM

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Dampening adjustable coils > *.

I dont have time to fine tune it nor am I good at it. I figure let bmw do the tuning.

I335 · 07-13-2009, 09:26 AM

I've heard it rides harsher than stock which is why I went with KW Street Comforts instead as they ride less harsh than stock but handling is improved.

Mr. 5 · 07-13-2009, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by fotios335i

I dont have time to fine tune it nor am I good at it. I figure let bmw do the tuning.

I totally agree.
I spend a lot of time in the garage as it is.
My wife would kill me if i was messing with the suspension all the time.

MuchMoore · 07-13-2009, 01:25 PM

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I dont have time to fine tune it nor am I good at it. I figure let bmw do the tuning.

Im just saying...what if you hate their tuning? Youre stuck with it. As far as fine tuning on coils goes, you can always search and see what "setup" others are running. I did that with my PSS9s and it worked out fantastic. Best of luck with the BMW Performance stuff though...post pics!

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I335 Brigadier General 123 Rep 4,249 Posts Drives: '08 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New England iTrader: (11)	I've heard it rides harsher than stock which is why I went with KW Street Comforts instead as they ride less harsh than stock but handling is improved.
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