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Im lowered on ac schnitzer springs. Ride is noticeably stiffer and more bumpy. Less comfortable than before for sure.
Handling is also noticeably improved with much reduced bodyroll around bends. Overall, handling performance is improved with just a spring change. Some photos below of before and after lowering. I was told the gap would gradually drop to 1 finger gap front and 1.5 finger gap rear. These photos were taken immediately after the car was lowered and taken one round around the block.
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I just ordered set of Dinan springs with supplemental ride and handling kit. I was aiming for a moderate drop(0.75") and decent ride quality with eliminated wheel gap, less of a body roll, squat and nose dive. I will post my review once installed.
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Dinan springs installed. I also got the front lip and side skirts done at the same time. I'm very happy the way it turned out. Ride is a bit stiffer, but still very comfortable, yet sportier. Nose dive and acceleration squat has been significantly reduced and car is much more fun to drive. I wish steering was more direct, but I guess you get a M5 for that...
Overall, I'm very happy with the result and now trying to decide on wheels. Tune and mid-pipe next. |
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Nice Did you get the 0.75" drop as planned?
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Yes, that's what Dinan claims. It's seems "just right" and should settle a little bit more over the next couple of weeks. I'm not a big fan of a "slammed" look, so this was a perfect choice for me. I will take better pictures once weather permits.
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Pics would be great. Thanks for following up on this post.
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New wheels on order???? Do tell?
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Quick dirty pic, M sport suspension in the dynamic handling package
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Nice choice. Which series did you go with?
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I am leaning toward gloss black wheels against my DGM paint and carbon fiber parts???
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Yes...This mess is why I am following this thread...I need a spring drop and new wheels!
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Definitely needs to be dropped! I love this color though! It will look great once finished. What wheels are you thinking?
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Undecided on the wheels. Sooo many cool choices out there.
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