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Opinions - Eibach B12 Pro-Kit Suspension Kit
- RedUn
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Just add a bit more to the mix, I've been running KWs since 2005 on various cars over the years. I've never had one damper related issue at all.
Unfortunately Bilstein appear to live off their name these days...
Unfortunately Bilstein appear to live off their name these days...
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I've got the B12'S on mine and I think its a big improvement over stock.
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Thanks everyone for your opinions, I have taken the plunge and ordered a set of the B12's. Fingers crossed I like them and will let you know my thoughts if I ever get them fitted as apparently will take 6 weeks to arrive! Bilstein have none in stock and making them to order!
While I have the suspension off I thought I would refresh the rubber mounts but not sure if I need top and bottom. Anyone know?
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Front Top (07 Feather pad above) part number: 31331091233
Front Bottom (11 Feather pad below) part number: 31331096664
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Rear Top (11 Feather Pad) part number: 33531094518
Rear Bottom (13 - Spring pad) part number: 33531136385
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Jason
While I have the suspension off I thought I would refresh the rubber mounts but not sure if I need top and bottom. Anyone know?
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Front Top (07 Feather pad above) part number: 31331091233
Front Bottom (11 Feather pad below) part number: 31331096664
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Rear Top (11 Feather Pad) part number: 33531094518
Rear Bottom (13 - Spring pad) part number: 33531136385
Many thanks,
Jason
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@smeg where did you order from? Demon Tweaks want £825 inc VAT
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I would check you need the front spring pads, I don't think I did for the B16 kit but you may do for the B12's. The rear's yes good idea to replace the spring pads while you are in there. I would also change the front top mount bearings....part 31331090612 (x2). One for each top mount, you don't need the whole mount just the axial bearing.Smeg wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 3:13 pm Thanks everyone for your opinions, I have taken the plunge and ordered a set of the B12's. Fingers crossed I like them and will let you know my thoughts if I ever get them fitted as apparently will take 6 weeks to arrive! Bilstein have none in stock and making them to order!
While I have the suspension off I thought I would refresh the rubber mounts but not sure if I need top and bottom. Anyone know?
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Front Top (07 Feather pad above) part number: 31331091233
Front Bottom (11 Feather pad below) part number: 31331096664
https://bmwsupply.co.uk/part/details?se ... w=btdetail
Rear Top (11 Feather Pad) part number: 33531094518
Rear Bottom (13 - Spring pad) part number: 33531136385
Many thanks,
Jason
On another note...I would be VERY careful from ordering from that website you've given if you were considering it. Do some research if i was you....those prices don't seem quite correct, along with some other things. It might be OK but tread carefully would be my advice.
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@M340 Nothing comes up for the Z4M on Demon Tweaks - (This part does not fit your current vehicle: BMW Z4M 3.2 2006)
I ordered from https://www.tunershop.co.uk/
I ordered from https://www.tunershop.co.uk/
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That is a really good price as I paid £780AndyBeech wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 4:55 pmhttps://www.dcperformance.co.uk/cheap/1 ... 00033.html
£768 seems a good price
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Erm, well seeing as that other place has a 6 week wait get a refund I guess if you fancy it. Isn't the place you purchased from based in Germany as well....have you asked about custom charges? Don't want to find your gonna get stung for that as well......worth checking.Smeg wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 5:00 pmThat is a really good price as I paid £780AndyBeech wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 4:55 pmhttps://www.dcperformance.co.uk/cheap/1 ... 00033.html
£768 seems a good price
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I have messaged dcperformance to check availability and then will decide. However before ordering I was also told the same lead times from Balance Motorspor, extreme-carstyling & R-Tec Auto Design.AndyBeech wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 5:05 pmErm, well seeing as that other place has a 6 week wait get a refund I guess if you fancy it. Isn't the place you purchased from based in Germany as well....have you asked about custom charges? Don't want to find your gonna get stung for that as well......worth checking.Smeg wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 5:00 pmThat is a really good price as I paid £780AndyBeech wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 4:55 pm
https://www.dcperformance.co.uk/cheap/1 ... 00033.html
£768 seems a good price
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Yup fair enough. My point stands though, the place you've ordered from almost certainly ship from Germany rather than the UK. It seems a lottery at the moment with Brexit and import / VAT charges so would be a good idea to check with them whether you will be liable if there are any charges (likely). You could potentially add another £100 on to what you've paid versus buying from a UK seller which is already cheaper in the first place....Smeg wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 5:45 pmI have messaged dcperformance to check availability and then will decide. However before ordering I was also told the same lead times from Balance Motorspor, extreme-carstyling & R-Tec Auto Design.AndyBeech wrote: ↑Tue Feb 02, 2021 5:05 pmErm, well seeing as that other place has a 6 week wait get a refund I guess if you fancy it. Isn't the place you purchased from based in Germany as well....have you asked about custom charges? Don't want to find your gonna get stung for that as well......worth checking.
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Hi Andy, yes all items are sent DDP (Delivered duty paid) I did check this when ordering.
Still not heard back from dcperformance.
Still not heard back from dcperformance.
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Suggest you keep hold of your front springs - found the eibach fronts too harsh on Kent’s pants roads, Bilsteins all round are fab & following some advice swapped the front springs back to OEM.... never looked back
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One of the front springs is cracked hence the plan for the B12's. Car only gets used occasionally at weekends so not worried about a harsh ride. Did you replace the rubber pads and bearings when you fitted the B12's.
@AndyBeech yes https://bmwsupply.co.uk does look very suspect!
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This! OP save up the extra dosh and invest in a proper set of KW coilovers.
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