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04-23-2008, 09:42 AM | #1 |
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Z4M Performance Shocks???
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Am in a lucky streak as of late. . . I just found a brand new set of Eibach Springs for my Z4M from Eibach USA. . they told me this is the only set in the country that they have brought from Germany. Now I am contemplating in obtaining performace shocks as well to go w/ the springs. what shocks are available for the Z4M? How they compare? Thanks! |
04-24-2008, 06:49 PM | #2 |
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I cant speak for the Z4M, but I recently had a set of yellow Konis installed onto my 03 Z4, and I have to say both the overall ride quality and handling has improved tremendously. I had oem shocks on eibachs for 2 years, and the ride quality started to become really harsh. Go for the Konis if available or for a coilover setup.
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04-24-2008, 07:27 PM | #3 |
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I had Koni Yellows in my Audi A4 and they were great. . . I looked around and it seems Koni doesn't offer for Z4M Coupe. . . Thanks for your feedback bud.
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04-24-2008, 09:33 PM | #4 |
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No aftermarket shocks are available for the Z4M yet. It's either coilovers (TCKline, KW V3), or lower springs + stock shocks.
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04-28-2008, 09:54 AM | #6 |
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Eibach Springs are not available in the U.S. only in Europe. You can however contact Eibach U.S. and special order them. . . I'll take 2-3 month or paid 200-300 dollars in ams shipping.
I just happen to get lucky and grab the only set they brought to the states. Once I install them next weekend I'll write a review. Please see below Specs for your reference: http://www.eibach.de/index_2.php?LID...0&LID4=0&MODL=[D]Z4%20(Z85)%20Coupe[/D]%20[E]Z4%20(Z85)%20Coupe[/E]&SPA=1&C_lang=en&STEP_2=1&STEP=1&STEP_3=1&HRST=BMW &PRST=[D]Europa/%20Asien%20-%20Katalog[/D][E]European%20and%20Asian%20application%20guide[/E]&STARTLIST=1 Last edited by S2peed; 04-29-2008 at 02:17 PM.. |
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05-28-2008, 05:50 PM | #7 |
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You can use the TC Kline shocks with the Eibach springs. It involves re-using the lower spring perch from the original shock on the TC Kline shock. Call them and they'll explain how it works. On the rear, it is not a true coil over arrangement in any case and you can use any shock you want.
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08-12-2008, 12:20 PM | #12 |
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While you can get the KW Variant 3 kit for the Z4M, it still is just a street set-up at heart. With KW you can also get a Clubsport, 2way and 3way Race setup as well. I've ordered a 2-way race setup and will toss my TCKline suspension in the garbage. You can call KW here in Germany directly and they will build you a suspension. PM me if you're interested and I can put you in contact with an English speaking guy here in Germany at KW automotive.
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I'm really surprised you don't like the kit though. What springs rates have you run?
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