Noob on suspension

AZBimmer · 03-17-2017, 06:30 PM

I have power and braking upgraded and wanted to upgrade suspension now. I have a 2009 e90 n54 with sport and premium packages. I have been researching and think I want to go with M3 Front Control Arms and KW V1 for my DD. Are the TRW control arms fine or do you recommend BMW parts? I am looking to to improve handling but not go extreme, i.e. Drop to the ground drastically increase tire wear. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

babyfaby · 03-18-2017, 04:05 AM

Hi,

The TRW are the OE ones. When you'll get them you'll see the M has been brushed. Buy the TRW with confidence.

AZBimmer · 03-18-2017, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by babyfaby

Hi,

The TRW are the OE ones. When you'll get them you'll see the M has been brushed. Buy the TRW with confidence.

Thanks. I see everyone talking about replacing the front only. Isn't it just as important to upgrade the rears as well?

Go Horns! · 03-18-2017, 03:11 PM

The M3 rears are not necessary, and are not really an upgrade.

AZBimmer · 03-18-2017, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Go Horns!

The M3 rears are not necessary, and are not really an upgrade.

Perfect. Thanks.

6ixSpd · 03-19-2017, 12:15 AM

I'd personally avoid KW as they have pretty poor longevity issues and aren't worth the money they command.

Look into a Koni yellow (Sport) shock and lowering spring combo. It'll blow those KWs out of the water.

AZBimmer · 03-19-2017, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

I'd personally avoid KW as they have pretty poor longevity issues and aren't worth the money they command.

Look into a Koni yellow (Sport) shock and lowering spring combo. It'll blow those KWs out of the water.

Thanks. I will look into the Koni's.

Underground6t9 · 03-20-2017, 12:31 PM

I would recommend upgrading the rear sway bar with the M3 sway bar.

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Underground6t9 Lieutenant Colonel 317 Rep 1,735 Posts Drives: BMW 335xi, Lexus is250 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Eugene, OR iTrader: (2)	I would recommend upgrading the rear sway bar with the M3 sway bar.
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