VMR VB3, macht schnell spacers, h&r springs

liamduong · 12-25-2012, 06:23 PM

Merry christmas everyone. Time for some goodies. 18x8.5 et 40/9.5 et 22 vb3. Macht schnell 5mm spacers for the front. H&R springs. Can I go with 10mm instead of 5mm spacers in the front?

dubsesd · 12-25-2012, 09:27 PM

Nice gifts! 10 would be tight unless u modify your fender liner or adjust camber

inTgr8r · 12-25-2012, 10:02 PM

Also depends on tires

liamduong · 12-28-2012, 01:48 AM

Wheels mounted and balanced by Les Schwab Tire Center. Still need to add spacers to the front and H&R springs.

dubsesd · 12-28-2012, 09:11 AM

Looks nice. You should take some pics from further back with your diffuser

liamduong · 12-31-2012, 02:00 AM

Front springs are on. Will do rears tomorrow. The H&R front springs are the same length as the OE front springs. Is it supposed to be like that?

dubsesd · 12-31-2012, 07:55 AM

Did the car lower in front after you installed them?

liamduong · 12-31-2012, 04:13 PM

I did not measure the height on stock springs before the install. So I'm not too sure if it's lower or not. I think it's a little bit lower. Can someone give me an approximate height on stock front springs?

i2ichal2dZ4M · 12-31-2012, 07:50 PM

youre H&R springs are still new, stock springs has milage on them. itl'll settle a bit

liamduong · 01-02-2013, 12:27 AM

rear springs are on. I had to improvised in order to get the springs in and out using a jack as you can see in the picture. Will post pictures of the car tomorrow.

The height of the rear on OE springs was approximately 365.125mm. With H&R springs, the height was approximately 342.9mm. So, a drop of 22.225mm or 0.875 inches.

liamduong · 01-02-2013, 12:33 AM

I just ordered 10mm Macht Schnell spacers for the front. After installing the 5mm spacers, it was not flush enough. So I'm going to try the 10mm spacers.

dubsesd · 01-02-2013, 07:22 PM

thats not how you cxalculate a drop height. just because the spring is shorter doesnt mean it will compress the same as a stock one. why didnt you use the spring compressor for the back? that just looks dangerous

liamduong · 01-02-2013, 10:55 PM

I calculated the height by measuring from center cap of wheel to wheel arch.

I tried using the spring compressor but because of the angle and limited room, I wasn't able to fit the compressor. It was really hard with the spring compressor for the rear. So, I ended up using the jack. I know it's dangerous. It was the only way but it made taking the spring out much easier. I would not recommend my method.

liamduong · 01-03-2013, 07:38 PM

Pictures of H&R with 5mm spacers in the front.

dubsesd · 01-03-2013, 07:41 PM

looks excellent!

bdn3d · 01-17-2013, 12:38 AM

Where did u get the rear diffuser?

mickfo · 01-17-2013, 01:29 AM

Love the looks of that car with new wheels and ride height.

What tire sizes are you using, are they still OE sizes (225/45 - 255/40)? Reason I ask is because I am getting my current tires (PSS in OE sizes) mounted on a set of APEX wheels of the same size as your VMR's and was wondering how stretched (if any) they will look. Also, I have not thought of spacers but am now going to buy either 5's or 10's for the front based on your pics.

liamduong · 01-17-2013, 11:18 PM

Rear diffuser is ACS Schnitzer from Euroactive

I'm using OE tires. They fit very well. Does not look stretched at all. You should get at least 10mm spacers for the front, depending on the offset. I have 5mm spacers in the rear. I might even go with 15mm for the front and again, all depending on the offset.

12-25-2012, 06:23 PM	#1
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	VMR VB3, macht schnell spacers, h&r springs Merry christmas everyone. Time for some goodies. 18x8.5 et 40/9.5 et 22 vb3. Macht schnell 5mm spacers for the front. H&R springs. Can I go with 10mm instead of 5mm spacers in the front? Attached Images
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12-25-2012, 09:27 PM	#2
dubsesd Lieutenant Colonel Drives: M coupe / 328xi LCI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ottawa Posts: 1,520 iTrader: (1)	Nice gifts! 10 would be tight unless u modify your fender liner or adjust camber __________________ 2006 ///M Coupe TiAg / IR -- H&R coilovers/RPI exhaust/ZHP knob/19" Morr vs8.2 hand brushed/Stoptech 355mm 6/4 BBK/Turner strut bar/polished diagonal braces/m tower caps/tekarbon 2x2 coil cover/Michelin PSS/gloss black kidneys/painted gloss black roof/mstache 2 front lip/AFE dry intake/RPI forced induction/colormatch corners/black chrome //M badges/rear diffuser/aeroskirts/rogue mounts/DKF adjustable hangers/22%tint/euromode lighting/LED interior & plate lighting

12-25-2012, 10:02 PM	#3
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12-28-2012, 01:48 AM	#4
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	Wheels mounted and balanced by Les Schwab Tire Center. Still need to add spacers to the front and H&R springs. Attached Images

12-28-2012, 09:11 AM	#5
dubsesd Lieutenant Colonel Drives: M coupe / 328xi LCI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ottawa Posts: 1,520 iTrader: (1)	Looks nice. You should take some pics from further back with your diffuser __________________ 2006 ///M Coupe TiAg / IR -- H&R coilovers/RPI exhaust/ZHP knob/19" Morr vs8.2 hand brushed/Stoptech 355mm 6/4 BBK/Turner strut bar/polished diagonal braces/m tower caps/tekarbon 2x2 coil cover/Michelin PSS/gloss black kidneys/painted gloss black roof/mstache 2 front lip/AFE dry intake/RPI forced induction/colormatch corners/black chrome //M badges/rear diffuser/aeroskirts/rogue mounts/DKF adjustable hangers/22%tint/euromode lighting/LED interior & plate lighting

12-31-2012, 02:00 AM	#6
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	Front springs are on. Will do rears tomorrow. The H&R front springs are the same length as the OE front springs. Is it supposed to be like that? Attached Images

12-31-2012, 07:55 AM	#7
dubsesd Lieutenant Colonel Drives: M coupe / 328xi LCI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ottawa Posts: 1,520 iTrader: (1)	Did the car lower in front after you installed them? __________________ 2006 ///M Coupe TiAg / IR -- H&R coilovers/RPI exhaust/ZHP knob/19" Morr vs8.2 hand brushed/Stoptech 355mm 6/4 BBK/Turner strut bar/polished diagonal braces/m tower caps/tekarbon 2x2 coil cover/Michelin PSS/gloss black kidneys/painted gloss black roof/mstache 2 front lip/AFE dry intake/RPI forced induction/colormatch corners/black chrome //M badges/rear diffuser/aeroskirts/rogue mounts/DKF adjustable hangers/22%tint/euromode lighting/LED interior & plate lighting

12-31-2012, 04:13 PM	#8
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	I did not measure the height on stock springs before the install. So I'm not too sure if it's lower or not. I think it's a little bit lower. Can someone give me an approximate height on stock front springs?

12-31-2012, 07:50 PM	#9
i2ichal2dZ4M Private First Class Drives: 2007 BSM Z4MC Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 122 iTrader: (0)	youre H&R springs are still new, stock springs has milage on them. itl'll settle a bit

01-02-2013, 12:27 AM	#10
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	rear springs are on. I had to improvised in order to get the springs in and out using a jack as you can see in the picture. Will post pictures of the car tomorrow. The height of the rear on OE springs was approximately 365.125mm. With H&R springs, the height was approximately 342.9mm. So, a drop of 22.225mm or 0.875 inches. Attached Images

01-02-2013, 12:33 AM	#11
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	I just ordered 10mm Macht Schnell spacers for the front. After installing the 5mm spacers, it was not flush enough. So I'm going to try the 10mm spacers.

01-02-2013, 07:22 PM	#12
dubsesd Lieutenant Colonel Drives: M coupe / 328xi LCI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ottawa Posts: 1,520 iTrader: (1)	thats not how you cxalculate a drop height. just because the spring is shorter doesnt mean it will compress the same as a stock one. why didnt you use the spring compressor for the back? that just looks dangerous __________________ 2006 ///M Coupe TiAg / IR -- H&R coilovers/RPI exhaust/ZHP knob/19" Morr vs8.2 hand brushed/Stoptech 355mm 6/4 BBK/Turner strut bar/polished diagonal braces/m tower caps/tekarbon 2x2 coil cover/Michelin PSS/gloss black kidneys/painted gloss black roof/mstache 2 front lip/AFE dry intake/RPI forced induction/colormatch corners/black chrome //M badges/rear diffuser/aeroskirts/rogue mounts/DKF adjustable hangers/22%tint/euromode lighting/LED interior & plate lighting

01-02-2013, 10:55 PM	#13
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	I calculated the height by measuring from center cap of wheel to wheel arch. I tried using the spring compressor but because of the angle and limited room, I wasn't able to fit the compressor. It was really hard with the spring compressor for the rear. So, I ended up using the jack. I know it's dangerous. It was the only way but it made taking the spring out much easier. I would not recommend my method.

01-03-2013, 07:38 PM	#14
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	Pictures of H&R with 5mm spacers in the front. Attached Images

01-03-2013, 07:41 PM	#15
dubsesd Lieutenant Colonel Drives: M coupe / 328xi LCI Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: ottawa Posts: 1,520 iTrader: (1)	looks excellent! __________________ 2006 ///M Coupe TiAg / IR -- H&R coilovers/RPI exhaust/ZHP knob/19" Morr vs8.2 hand brushed/Stoptech 355mm 6/4 BBK/Turner strut bar/polished diagonal braces/m tower caps/tekarbon 2x2 coil cover/Michelin PSS/gloss black kidneys/painted gloss black roof/mstache 2 front lip/AFE dry intake/RPI forced induction/colormatch corners/black chrome //M badges/rear diffuser/aeroskirts/rogue mounts/DKF adjustable hangers/22%tint/euromode lighting/LED interior & plate lighting

01-17-2013, 12:38 AM	#16
bdn3d Private First Class Drives: Z4m Coupe/ Mini Cooper S Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 182 iTrader: (0)	Where did u get the rear diffuser? __________________ Good things may come to those who wait, but only what's left by those who HUSTLE!" -George Washington

01-17-2013, 01:29 AM	#17
mickfo Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 Z4MC Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SE Pennsylvania Posts: 46 iTrader: (0)	Love the looks of that car with new wheels and ride height. What tire sizes are you using, are they still OE sizes (225/45 - 255/40)? Reason I ask is because I am getting my current tires (PSS in OE sizes) mounted on a set of APEX wheels of the same size as your VMR's and was wondering how stretched (if any) they will look. Also, I have not thought of spacers but am now going to buy either 5's or 10's for the front based on your pics.

01-17-2013, 11:18 PM	#18
liamduong Enlisted Member Drives: 2007 BMW Z4M Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Clovis Posts: 35 iTrader: (0)	Rear diffuser is ACS Schnitzer from Euroactive I'm using OE tires. They fit very well. Does not look stretched at all. You should get at least 10mm spacers for the front, depending on the offset. I have 5mm spacers in the rear. I might even go with 15mm for the front and again, all depending on the offset.

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