Well i have a dilemma , i prefer H & Rs for the feel & comfort aspect as they most reflect OE (if not better) but they tend to lower a touch too much for my liking i don't mind lowered but i don't like slammed Eibachs lower less but in my previous experience spoil the ride then there are the Spax springs which lower between the 2 but ive yet to try them out for ride ? hence my dilemma
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107 recon, or 19" CSL rep and new tyres?
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Wow that is a dilemma indeed .........well I would be very interested in the Sport springs if you decide to swap ?mr wilks wrote: ↑Sat Feb 17, 2018 7:35 pmWell i have a dilemma , i prefer H & Rs for the feel & comfort aspect as they most reflect OE (if not better) but they tend to lower a touch too much for my liking i don't mind lowered but i don't like slammed Eibachs lower less but in my previous experience spoil the ride then there are the Spax springs which lower between the 2 but ive yet to try them out for ride ? hence my dilemma
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What are M height springs?
From what I can tell Msport and Z4M look pretty similar for arch clearance at the top.
Well if they're lower it's 10-15mm tops. Aren't the Eibach's more like 25mm?
From what I can tell Msport and Z4M look pretty similar for arch clearance at the top.
Well if they're lower it's 10-15mm tops. Aren't the Eibach's more like 25mm?
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I think they will lower mine by about 15mm which should be fine, Eibachs I think are 30mm but not 100% sure.
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Spot on there!
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That's interesting. I was always led to believe that eibachs generally gave a better ride than H&R springs. To be honest I've never really gone in for lowering springs on a road car till now and recently fitted eibachs along with new shocks and theyre definetly an improvement on my tired m sport setup. My opinion on springs has solely been based on car forum chatter. What cars have you try H&R/Eibachs on?mr wilks wrote: ↑Sat Feb 17, 2018 7:35 pmWell i have a dilemma , i prefer H & Rs for the feel & comfort aspect as they most reflect OE (if not better) but they tend to lower a touch too much for my liking i don't mind lowered but i don't like slammed Eibachs lower less but in my previous experience spoil the ride then there are the Spax springs which lower between the 2 but ive yet to try them out for ride ? hence my dilemma
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Mods inc - F/L Xenons Clear Ind Rear Lights M Sport Seats & Wheel Eibach/B4 3.64 DIFF (SOLD)
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Nice car and wheels Tyreman,Tyreman wrote: ↑Sat Feb 17, 2018 11:58 amMr Whippy wrote: ↑Fri Feb 16, 2018 7:32 pm
Care to share the specs Tyreman?
They look like nice reps, very accurate to actual CS/CSL wheels.
Also what tyres?
Did you go 235/35 and 265/30?
How did the ride/steering feel/weight change after the swap? I assume you were on 225/255 18s?
Bought from CM Wheels who are a forum sponsor on M3Cutters and delivered within a couple of days.
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Colour is Hyper Silver
The tyres are 235/35R19 & 265/30R19 Goodyear Asymmetric 3, drives great at the moment but I'm undecided whether to lower it or not.
I am tempted to do the same; I think hypersilver would be great with Interlagos Blue
Z4M Coupe, Interlagos blue, black leather, piano black, stubby, OEM CSLs, evolve intake, cup holders...pretty much stock
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Go for it you know that you want to lol.................I believe that CM Wheels are based in Ireland too, although possibly in the NorthAttilio wrote: ↑Sun Feb 18, 2018 3:20 pmNice car and wheels Tyreman,Tyreman wrote: ↑Sat Feb 17, 2018 11:58 amMr Whippy wrote: ↑Fri Feb 16, 2018 7:32 pm
Care to share the specs Tyreman?
They look like nice reps, very accurate to actual CS/CSL wheels.
Also what tyres?
Did you go 235/35 and 265/30?
How did the ride/steering feel/weight change after the swap? I assume you were on 225/255 18s?
Bought from CM Wheels who are a forum sponsor on M3Cutters and delivered within a couple of days.
19x8.5 et38
19x9.5 et40
Colour is Hyper Silver
The tyres are 235/35R19 & 265/30R19 Goodyear Asymmetric 3, drives great at the moment but I'm undecided whether to lower it or not.
I am tempted to do the same; I think hypersilver would be great with Interlagos Blue
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Could be worth a PM to member Taz , i know he has a set of ZM fitment virtually brand new ( as in never fitted) CSL 19s in hyper black / shadow chrome finish all tyred up with brand new Hankooks on ( 235 35 19 / 265 30 19 )
Think he's had a change of heart so could be up for offers
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107 recon, or 19" CSL rep and new tyres?
Sounds like Eibach springs with around 10mm spacers on the spring perches to raise the ride height would be the optimum combination then - are such things commonly available?mr wilks wrote: ↑Sat Feb 17, 2018 7:35 pmWell i have a dilemma , i prefer H & Rs for the feel & comfort aspect as they most reflect OE (if not better) but they tend to lower a touch too much for my liking i don't mind lowered but i don't like slammed Eibachs lower less but in my previous experience spoil the ride then there are the Spax springs which lower between the 2 but ive yet to try them out for ride ? hence my dilemma
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You are so right Tyreman: I do want them, I just feel bad I got new Michelin PSS at the rear only 2 months ago!
Yes, I understand CM Wheels are in Dungannon Co. Tyrone (less than 2 hrs away from Dublin); makes it easy to go there and take a look at a few samples
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Thanks Mr Wilks,mr wilks wrote: ↑Sun Feb 18, 2018 6:50 pmCould be worth a PM to member Taz , i know he has a set of ZM fitment virtually brand new ( as in never fitted) CSL 19s in hyper black / shadow chrome finish all tyred up with brand new Hankooks on ( 235 35 19 / 265 30 19 )
Think he's had a change of heart so could be up for offers
that is a really good idea; will send him a PM and see what his thougths are...
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