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So, I read all 35 pages of this thread, and am still not sure what to do. My vert has stock suspension. Original springs. Shocks replaced with Sachs OEM replacements about 10k miles ago.
I just switched from 14" weaves to 15x7 BBS RZs, The rear height is fine, but the huge stock front gap looks even worse. What I'd like to do is just drop the front while keeping the Sachs shocks and OEM ride/handling. So what's the best solution? H&R Cabrio springs, coupe springs, M3 springs, hats, or something else?
Thanks, Cory1992 325i Cabrio
1988 320i Touring
2000 M5
1977 530i
2015 328i - Euro Delivery/Performance Center Delivery
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E30CCA
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I've got a fresh set of h&r Cabrio springs with BS sports. It's "firm" to say the least. I think you will find stock dampers not suitable for the drop.
Post 115 of my build thread to see how she sitsLast edited by jeffnhiscars; 02-10-2014, 08:14 PM.Seat Shocks....I have passed the baton to John Christy from Ninestitch. Email John or Garrett at ninestitch1@gmail.com
https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...86#post4944786
Alice the Time Capsule
http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=360504
87 Zinno Cabrio barn find 98k and still smells like a barn. Build thread http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...20#post3455220
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My brothers '92 vert on GC coilovers, Koni SA valve matched and Condor speed shop M3 cabs.
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Originally posted by jeffnhiscars View PostI've got a fresh set of h&r Cabrio springs with BS sports. It's "firm" to say the least. I think you will find stock dampers not suitable for the drop.
Post 115 of my build thread to see how she sits
Cory1992 325i Cabrio
1988 320i Touring
2000 M5
1977 530i
2015 328i - Euro Delivery/Performance Center Delivery
BMWCCA
E30CCA
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Originally posted by cory58 View PostThanks Jeff. I'm thinking drop hats might be a good option, since the OEM shocks will probably have the same problem with any of the aftermarket lowering springs. Cory
There may be a pic in my build thread before I did the full suspension swap if you want an idea and in the after pics the e90s are still in there.Seat Shocks....I have passed the baton to John Christy from Ninestitch. Email John or Garrett at ninestitch1@gmail.com
https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...86#post4944786
Alice the Time Capsule
http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=360504
87 Zinno Cabrio barn find 98k and still smells like a barn. Build thread http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...20#post3455220
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Originally posted by jeffnhiscars View PostI think when we met I had already installed e90 drop hats after I replaced my blown OE struts with BS Touring. The drop barely made a dent in the stock cabrio reverse rake but for the $20 they cost it was a no brainer "while I was in there".
There may be a pic in my build thread before I did the full suspension swap if you want an idea and in the after pics the e90s are still in there.
As always - thanks for the great advice. I'm running out of ideas that allow me to keep the Sachs shocks. Maybe OEM euro E30 springs + E90 drop hats would provide enough decrease in the front gap to be worth the effort. I wonder how hard it would be to source used euro springs?
Cory1992 325i Cabrio
1988 320i Touring
2000 M5
1977 530i
2015 328i - Euro Delivery/Performance Center Delivery
BMWCCA
E30CCA
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Originally posted by cory58 View PostJeff,
As always - thanks for the great advice. I'm running out of ideas that allow me to keep the Sachs shocks. Maybe OEM euro E30 springs + E90 drop hats would provide enough decrease in the front gap to be worth the effort. I wonder how hard it would be to source used euro springs?
CorySeat Shocks....I have passed the baton to John Christy from Ninestitch. Email John or Garrett at ninestitch1@gmail.com
https://www.r3vlimited.com/board/sho...86#post4944786
Alice the Time Capsule
http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=360504
87 Zinno Cabrio barn find 98k and still smells like a barn. Build thread http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/show...20#post3455220
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What a great thread! I've read pretty much every word of it. I have a question: Has anyone tried keeping the stock springs and going with e90 drop hats in the front and removing the spring pads in the rear? I'm running Bilstein HDs all around with 14" weaves with 205/60r14, the rest is stock.
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