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      08-09-2011, 09:56 PM   #45
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Very nice. I'm considering doing the KW3's for my e90 drive. When you say it rides better, is that handling wise or comfort as well? I know it will stiffen things up a bit just don't want it to be too overbearing.

Also, how difficult is it to change the height on those?

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Thanks everyone. I just got my OEM M3 trunk lip spoiler painted and was going to put it on this weekend but the hurricane is messing that up. As soon as i get that spoiler on, the car is done for this season and i will take some nice pics.
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Very nice. I'm considering doing the KW3's for my e90 drive. When you say it rides better, is that handling wise or comfort as well? I know it will stiffen things up a bit just don't want it to be too overbearing.

Also, how difficult is it to change the height on those?
Well its hard to tell exactly since i dropped and got 9" and 10" wheels at the same time. When i say it rides better, i mean its just alot smoother. It probably had a lot to do with the OEM RFT's that i took off.

Over bumps its barely noticeable.. very comfortable ride for being that low.

As far as ride height, its your standard strut adjustment in trunk and under the hood. I usually let my local shop do the adjustments.
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Thanks everyone. I just got my OEM M3 trunk lip spoiler painted and was going to put it on this weekend but the hurricane is messing that up. As soon as i get that spoiler on, the car is done for this season and i will take some nice pics.
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Hey folks,
My first post up in these forums - thanks for your help.

I just recently purchased a CPO 2008 335xi coupe w/ sports package. I am thinking about changing the tires and shocks.

The car performs like a dream when road conditions are ideal, but whenever there is the slightest bumps, ramps, potholes, etc, it does not inspire confidence when I'm driving. I experience fairly frequently a sensation that the suspension is bottoming out.

The car only has 22k miles on it, so I highly doubt there's anything wrong with the suspension.

My main goal is for great performance during spirited driving around town and highways, as well as maximizing the performance for wintertime trips to ski resorts.

What would you recommend I do about the suspension and tires?

Currently I have 18" bmw alloy rims.

KW 1's or 3's seem to be the best recommendation? Would this also increase comfort and ride performance?

Any recommendations on experts to talk to in the greater NYC area?

Thanks!!!
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Hey folks,
My first post up in these forums - thanks for your help.

I just recently purchased a CPO 2008 335xi coupe w/ sports package. I am thinking about changing the tires and shocks.

The car performs like a dream when road conditions are ideal, but whenever there is the slightest bumps, ramps, potholes, etc, it does not inspire confidence when I'm driving. I experience fairly frequently a sensation that the suspension is bottoming out.

The car only has 22k miles on it, so I highly doubt there's anything wrong with the suspension.

My main goal is for great performance during spirited driving around town and highways, as well as maximizing the performance for wintertime trips to ski resorts.

What would you recommend I do about the suspension and tires?

Currently I have 18" bmw alloy rims.

KW 1's or 3's seem to be the best recommendation? Would this also increase comfort and ride performance?

Any recommendations on experts to talk to in the greater NYC area?

Thanks!!!
I was in a similar position and I went with 1's based on the vendors suggestions since I want good driving experience around town and improvement in performance, where as I was told the 3's would be pure performance. I went with a compromise between both worlds.

Now, for tires I just ordered these for my new 18" wheels:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

And I've been told by several guys and one of the best shops in Denver that these were excellent tires for All Season.
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I was in a similar position and I went with 1's based on the vendors suggestions since I want good driving experience around town and improvement in performance, where as I was told the 3's would be pure performance. I went with a compromise between both worlds.

Now, for tires I just ordered these for my new 18" wheels:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

And I've been told by several guys and one of the best shops in Denver that these were excellent tires for All Season.
have you installed the 1's and tires yet? how does your car drive now?

Thanks!
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