How long will the stock shocks last?

[Lof8]

I just got an e30 with about 100k miles. The suspension feels pretty nice and tight. I want to do some ie stage 3 springs and eventually some bilsteins or konis, but right now I don't really have the cash to do both. If I do just the springs for now, will I be ok for maybe 4-6 months? or will the lowered height blow out my shocks real quick?
thanks, Andy

[2002maniac]

they'll get blown really fast. Save your $$

[parkerbink]

The springs will kill the shocks. In back no big deal but in front is is quite a bit of work. Unless you are prepared to r&r the struts 2x I say wait and do it all at once.

[AdironRider]

This come up every month so search is your friend.

Summary. Shocks will blow so save up the cash and do it right. Dont compromise.