Replacing rear springs

[olsonn]

Had an inspection 2 today at my local indy and they have identified a few problems that need to be addressed. One of them is a broken rear spring I am not back home until Monday so have told them not to tackle the job. I want to do it myself and I have read that you should replace both at the same time, which shouldnt be a problem, but I have read that you need to get it Realigned??? after you have replaced them, is this necessary???

 

[Scooba_Steve]

You would be wise to replace in pairs but if you replace with OE springs guess what they will do again eventually! You should be able to get a set of 4 for cheaper than a BMW pair but I don't know of any that won't lower.
A full B12 kit is £600 on ebay, eibachs on their own can be had for around £150 (4). Depending on miles you might want to go all out.

Whenever you change suspension parts it's worth getting an alignment but let everything settle for a week or so before you do.

 

[Scooba_Steve]

Oh and you can fit the rears pretty easily yourself.