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      09-12-2018, 03:08 PM   #1673
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Dude, I am considering a set of those. Wanting to do a complete suspension refresh, and a set of Bilstein is on the list but haven't decided where to purchase them yet.

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Rot's-o-Ruck.
They've been on national back-order forever. I have them on my car, but they're shot.
I'm looking for a used set that I can have rebuilt.
Thanks, I actually wrote in the post about anything over the B4's is on back-order which is very frustrating.

The B4 set is OEM replacement level which is ok, but I would like a set of B6's but who knows how long that will be until they available.

Don't really need coilovers but I would like some but in reality I only drive about 4,000 miles a year if even that so not really worth the expense.

Sort of stuck about which way to turn but I am patient. Something will turn up.
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      09-12-2018, 03:32 PM   #1674
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I think B6 is the OEM replacement for the ///M. No option for B4.
Would rather not spend the cash for coilovers for my DD, putting a kid through College.
Also can't abide lowering the car. Already drags the fangs.
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      09-16-2018, 10:18 AM   #1676
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Thanks, I actually wrote in the post about anything over the B4's is on back-order which is very frustrating.

The B4 set is OEM replacement level which is ok, but I would like a set of B6's but who knows how long that will be until they available.

Don't really need coilovers but I would like some but in reality I only drive about 4,000 miles a year if even that so not really worth the expense.

Sort of stuck about which way to turn but I am patient. Something will turn up.

Bilstein B6s: Turner Motorsport is showing a ship date of December 13th for the B6 kit. The ones I posted were advertised with about 10K miles on the clock, and I cleaned them up a bit. I feel I was lucky to find them.
I'm on the fence about having them re-valved, and lowering the PSI, before installation. Both Birds in the UK, and Fat Cat Motorsports in the bay area are recommending those modifications, but the additional cost is substantial.
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Rot's-o-Ruck.
They've been on national back-order forever. I have them on my car, but they're shot.
I'm looking for a used set that I can have rebuilt.
don't they have lifetime guarantee?
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don't they have lifetime guarantee?
Shocks? Seriously?
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They are free from defects in material and workmanship.
They're also free from any Nitrogen they once had in them.
This would be considered normal wear and tear after 4 years and 75,000 miles.
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Thanks, I actually wrote in the post about anything over the B4's is on back-order which is very frustrating.

The B4 set is OEM replacement level which is ok, but I would like a set of B6's but who knows how long that will be until they available.

Don't really need coilovers but I would like some but in reality I only drive about 4,000 miles a year if even that so not really worth the expense.

Sort of stuck about which way to turn but I am patient. Something will turn up.

Bilstein B6s: Turner Motorsport is showing a ship date of December 13th for the B6 kit. The ones I posted were advertised with about 10K miles on the clock, and I cleaned them up a bit. I feel I was lucky to find them.
I'm on the fence about having them re-valved, and lowering the PSI, before installation. Both Birds in the UK, and Fat Cat Motorsports in the bay area are recommending those modifications, but the additional cost is substantial.
Thanks. I looked at Turner a couple of weeks ago but still haven't pulled the trigger on a set.

In December the daytime temps here in Florida will be pleasant and then one can work on the car.
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AFE intake.....because Epic Motorsports (very high praised tuner with proof) said Eventuri intakes (I sold mine) & Karbonious airboxes (canceled my purchase) are weak.. oh well....
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I guess I have finally figured out what to do with my suspension refresh part 1.

Went with the Vogtland Sport Suspension Kit for 2003-08 BMW E85 Z4. Vogtland N.A. stated that the drop will not be 1.2" as advertised since I have the factory Sport Suspension, and should expect a drop of approximately 3/4" which is what I liked since my car is already low.

We will see how it rides after installation and a couple of hundred miles.
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      09-30-2018, 01:39 PM   #1687
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A new driver’s side front wheel bearing. Only 53,000 kms and no track use - wtf? Presumably due to being stored every winter.
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A new driver’s side front wheel bearing. Only 53,000 kms and no track use - wtf? Presumably due to being stored every winter.
Are you running spacers or aftermarket wheels?
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The rims are Apex EC7s, 8.5”/9.5”, no spacers. OEM tire sizes. Well within normal tolerances I would think, particularly given the relatively undemanding road use.
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Bought a new oil pan gasket and OEM aerodynamics skid skirts.
Where did you get the sideskirts? I've been looking everywhere after the dealer said it's NLA.
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