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      04-26-2010, 01:57 PM   #1
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Question re: lowering E90 ride height...

Hey all, I am sure this has been addressed at some point here, so I apologize if this is redundant, but I have searched for about 30 minutes and I can't seem to find a precise answer to my question.

Can anyone tell me if I can lower an E90 with the sport package with springs only, without sacrificing ride quality or handling? Or do I need to get a completely new set of springs/shocks or coilovers? Just to be clear, I don't want to slam the thing, I just want to lower it by about 1".

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      04-26-2010, 03:47 PM   #2
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eibach pro kit springs will lower it conservatively but you cannot change the ride height with just springs and retain all factory handling characteristics.
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      04-26-2010, 04:01 PM   #3
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Thanks! Would you say that applies even with the stiffer shocks that come on the sport package?
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      04-26-2010, 04:21 PM   #4
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I'm lowered on Eibach Pro-Kit springs with OEM Sport shocks, I wanted a very conservative drop. The ride is definitely stiffer and harsher, but you'll get used to it. My wife, on the other hand, absolutely hates it.

I think what you're looking for in terms of height and ride quality might be an Eibach springs/Koni FSD combo.
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I'm lowered on Eibach Pro-Kit springs with OEM Sport shocks, I wanted a very conservative drop. The ride is definitely stiffer and harsher, but you'll get used to it. My wife, on the other hand, absolutely hates it.

I think what you're looking for in terms of height and ride quality might be an Eibach springs/Koni FSD combo.
Huh, interesting. Do you know how much that combo would run me (approx)?
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Huh, interesting. Do you know how much that combo would run me (approx)?
You might want to check the Vendor section for pricing, I know it's a little cheaper if you buy the Koni boxed set that comes with the Eibach springs.
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