[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by Whytar

Yes, you are correct as the overall diameter of the two are nearly the same.
However, if I'm going to spend the money on lowering the car, I do want it to be a noticeable drop. I think the H&R's achieve this better than the Eibach springs (I believe the Eibach's are 15mm, whereby the H&R's are 30mm).

I t is noticeable, but I understand the preference of what you want as well. The other thing that came into consideration is when Mischa drove an M2 that was lowered to much with the OEM dampers, it ruined the handling. The dampers weren't in their range anymore.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by BizzyG87

I got quoted from $900 to $1800 for install and alignment here in northern Virginia.

Was that the dealer? You can get it done for much less. All in with alignment and install it was $550.00. I live in S. California where the labor rates are through the roof as well.

[SpaceGhost]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

Was that the dealer? You can get it done for much less. All in with alignment and install it was $550.00. I live in S. California where the labor rates are through the roof as well.

I was quoted $700 for install of springs and spacers not including alignment here in San Antonio.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by SpaceGhost

I was quoted $700 for install of springs and spacers not including alignment here in San Antonio.

They shouldn't even charge for the spacers. Was it local shop or the dealer?

[SpaceGhost]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

They shouldn't even charge for the spacers. Was it local shop or the dealer?

Local BMW performance shop owned by former BMW shop foreman.

[M2M3M3]

installing HAS and doing an alignment at home just ain't that hard. basic tools and a jack. y'all should start working on your own cars. it is very rewarding.

[SpaceGhost]

Originally Posted by SpaceGhost

I was quoted $700 for install of springs and spacers not including alignment here in San Antonio.

Update, I have now gotten quotes from 4 more shops ranging from $650-$750 not including alignment. Seems high.

[BizzyG87]

Originally Posted by SpaceGhost

Update, I have now gotten quotes from 4 more shops ranging from $650-$750 not including alignment. Seems high.

Up to $1800 with alignment here in Virginia..

[BizzyG87]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

Was that the dealer? You can get it done for much less. All in with alignment and install it was $550.00. I live in S. California where the labor rates are through the roof as well.

Local shops, three quotes to be exact.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by BizzyG87

Local shops, three quotes to be exact.

Yikes!!!

[sycd]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

I t is noticeable, but I understand the preference of what you want as well. The other thing that came into consideration is when Mischa drove an M2 that was lowered to much with the OEM dampers, it ruined the handling. The dampers weren't in their range anymore.

That's why I'm leaning towards the Eibach now given this thread. Just a tad lower but minimizing the impact on the handling characteristic and comfort, and not scraping my steep driveway too much.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by sycd

That's why I'm leaning towards the Eibach now given this thread. Just a tad lower but minimizing the impact on the handling characteristic and comfort, and not scraping my steep driveway too much.

The Eibachs would be perfect for you.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by myaghi

Is there a non HAS spring that lowers the car the same amont front and rear ?
I would not want to lower the front more than the rear..I want to keep the car ballance as stock. Adding front rake will lower the rear traction.
From what I see all the non HAS springs lowers the front more than the rear, only for the look.

This is precisely why the HAS exists. You can get a corner balance with a HAS kit and even adjust for driver weight to be as balanced as possible without going full coilovers and losing M Adaptive Damping.

[sebaflex]

Swift Springs installed today

[BizzyG87]

Originally Posted by sebaflex

Swift Springs installed today

How are they? Ride quality and/or noise issues?

[Trkmnstr]

Originally Posted by sebaflex

EMD Auto Springs
taken from website emdauto.com

Seeing this picture was the reason why I chose EMD

[BLKM]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

Another Eibach US

That looks great, perfect stance and wheel offset… how has the ride quality changed ?

[M_Power Rob]

Here is mine on Ohlins Road and Track coilovers. Wheels are 305/30/20 on 20x11 in the rear and 275/30/20 on 20x9.5 up front.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by BLKM

That looks great, perfect stance and wheel offset… how has the ride quality changed ?

OEM quality, updated pic with 295 s outback.

[BLKM]

Originally Posted by Dave07997S

OEM quality, updated pic with 295 s outback.

Thx for the reply and pics… off I go to get mine done now 👍🏼

[sycd]

I had an Eibach Pro Kit installed yesterday, about 50 miles on the car so far. I'm very very happy with how it turned out. Ride is a little stiffer than stock, but not punishing or too stiff. It's exactly what I was looking for in terms of height, and ride quality.

This is with 15F/12R spacers.

[Dave07997S]

Originally Posted by BizzyG87

Looking for 1” drop in the rear and 1.2” or so in the front. AST seems to fit the bill but I’m curious with its ride quality and noise.

I came from a Tesla on Unplugged springs and those creaks like no other when steering.

When you drop the car more than in inch you take the dampers out of their range. Mischa even mentioned this when he drove G87s around the Ring. That is one of the reasons why I chose the Eibach.