J555ONE Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 I've seen these on ebay for £200 and though they seem a bit too cheap to be any good. They had a stand at the autosport show today so I went have a look at them, they seem really good quality. Just wondered if anyone has any feedback about them as they are only height adjustable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finny Posted January 8, 2009 Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 I've seen these on ebay for £200 and though they seem a bit too cheap to be any good. They had a stand at the autosport show today so I went have a look at them, they seem really good quality. Just wondered if anyone has any feedback about them as they are only height adjustable. thread on these http://www.e46zone.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=3697 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonlpearce Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 thread on these http://www.e46zone.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=3697 So did anyone actually get these in the end as im due an upgrade, my drivers rear is creaking like mad and site a good 1" lower than my pax rear! I have also seen a set of eibachs for about £420 just wanted to know if its really worth paying the extra, especially as im supposed to be saving for euro trip!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dicky Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 So did anyone actually get these in the end as im due an upgrade, my drivers rear is creaking like mad and site a good 1" lower than my pax rear! I have also seen a set of eibachs for about £420 just wanted to know if its really worth paying the extra, especially as im supposed to be saving for euro trip!! Simon, where have you seen the Eibach coilovers for that price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jags Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 I was going to go for the raceland ones but opted for lowering springs. I'd rather hold out for the top stuff such as Eibach. Yes the price of these is rather cheap compared to other coily systems, But I believe you get what you pay for after consideration. I offered the dealer £140 for them and he counter offered £170.. So theres the place to start if you want to get em! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonlpearce Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Sorry my mistake the eibachs were £750. Here is a little list i have so far; eibach Pro Street Kit : £750 Spax RSX Kit : £655 Gaz Kit : £580 (Not sure on year these are for though) Tein Basic Kir : £610 Koni Kit : £397.00 Racelands : £170ish As others have said you get what you pay for but the racelands work out around the same if not cheaper than OEM parts and if they are TUV approved then they have been tested to pretty high standards, by zee germans. Am tempted to either give these a try or perhaps pay a little extra for the Koni or Tein setup. Will have to do a little research first, although at £170 i may just take a gamble. Only thing is i dont want a drop of any kind, im struggling with space under the arches as is, although this could be down to the bust suspension! I would however like adjustables so i can lower it for trackdays when im on smaller wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted January 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 For £170 its worth a try Think they will be stiffer than OEM suspension? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonlpearce Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Yeah my thoughts exactly, even if i only get a year out of them i reckon its still money well spent. Infact they come with a year warranty so will get minimum of a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Raceland coilovers have 2 years unlimited waranty. The shocks are supposed to be the same as Jamex ones (sh*te) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
litchy Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Raceland coilovers have 2 years unlimited waranty. The shocks are supposed to be the same as Jamex ones (sh*te) Im desparate to change my suspension. I am really limited on cash due to gearbox repair. I've considered ebay racelands. Can't find anyone on any forum who's admitted fittin them on a bm. A few have tried them on VW's and found them harsh. I think BM suspension is superb (even standard) and a set of eibachs make such a difference to standard shocks. Coilovers are a little extreme I guess if not trackin your car but the right set (£500 and over) I've heard makes a huge difference. Best setup in many an opinion for E46 is Koni FSD shocks\eibach springs. If you go down coilovers route eibach pro-street (£550) a set. Unfortunately you do get what you pay for in moddin. I did the sums and fitted Racelands are £370ish....Koni FSD's are £650 ish...Coilover £750 ish - you pay your money, you take the chance I guess...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf555 Posted January 31, 2009 Report Share Posted January 31, 2009 I've seen these on ebay for £200 and though they seem a bit too cheap to be any good. They had a stand at the autosport show today so I went have a look at them, they seem really good quality. Just wondered if anyone has any feedback about them as they are only height adjustable. found these even cheaper on the german ebay they are on for £160 or best offer with £17 for postage so in total costing you £177 delivered....however as they are on best offer i have seen them accept about £145 which means you can get them for about £160ish....which is cheap especially with 2 yr warranty!!! they got another brand on too similar price and best offer... here they are http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...A:IT&ih=010 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Gewindefahrwerk-BMW-...1713.m153.l1262 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wad325i Posted February 1, 2009 Report Share Posted February 1, 2009 I've seen these on ebay for £200 and though they seem a bit too cheap to be any good. They had a stand at the autosport show today so I went have a look at them, they seem really good quality. Just wondered if anyone has any feedback about them as they are only height adjustable. got jamex coilovers on mine ,due to limited funds,sorted drop out,had no probelms with mine (two years now),needed shorter antiroll bar links though,very hard ride takes getting used to ,some say there sh-te but they are tuv tested ,and a bit more costly than raceland jobbies i think but every one has there own views but as i said the ride is very hard and may not be to liking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris Posted February 1, 2009 Report Share Posted February 1, 2009 got jamex coilovers on mine ,due to limited funds,sorted drop out,had no probelms with mine (two years now),needed shorter antiroll bar links though,very hard ride takes getting used to ,some say there sh-te but they are tuv tested ,and a bit more costly than raceland jobbies i think but every one has there own views but as i said the ride is very hard and may not be to liking Ive always found coilovers o be harsh though, whatever the make. Glad someones tried them For £200 and lasted two years then that aint bad at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
330ci DropTop Posted February 5, 2009 Report Share Posted February 5, 2009 Sorry my mistake the eibachs were £750. Here is a little list i have so far; eibach Pro Street Kit : £750 Spax RSX Kit : £655 Gaz Kit : £580 (Not sure on year these are for though) Tein Basic Kir : £610 Koni Kit : £397.00 Racelands : £170ish As others have said you get what you pay for but the racelands work out around the same if not cheaper than OEM parts and if they are TUV approved then they have been tested to pretty high standards, by zee germans. Am tempted to either give these a try or perhaps pay a little extra for the Koni or Tein setup. Will have to do a little research first, although at £170 i may just take a gamble. Only thing is i dont want a drop of any kind, im struggling with space under the arches as is, although this could be down to the bust suspension! I would however like adjustables so i can lower it for trackdays when im on smaller wheels. where can you get koni's for 397? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Just bought a set of these raceland coilovers. I offered £150 and it was accepted striaght away, so £165 posted. Will let you know what the ride and quality of the part is like. Like i said i saw a set of these at the autosport show this year and they looked ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dicky Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 Thats a good price mate, make sure you let us know how you get on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 Anyone considering coilovers should have a look at FK's. I've got them on my saloon and they are great so far. Had them for approx 7 months and 7500 miles. They are slightly stiffer than standard but not at all crashy. Good adjustment in height and the ones I've got can be adjusted for damping too. I bought mine from BMW M Style but they can be had cheaper from places like here: http://www.europerformance.co.uk/FK_Coilovers.htm HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richy_Boy Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I think I posted somewhere before on coilovers, but I'd recommend Tein SuperStreets (not basics). By far the most useful thing about coilovers is having the ability to adjust the stiffness and front camber, the latter the cheap(er) kits do not allow you to do. Height adjustment is a complete farse.. 99% of people with coilovers set and forget. As said above, you DO get what you pay for... and if you love driving your car, putting on a set of budget coilovers is one sure way to ruin it if you drive it regularly. Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I know you get what you pay for but im a poor student on a gap year so money is tight lol. If they are s***e then i will put the standard stuff back on and ebay them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 They arrived today. There was no rear height adjuster which goes on the rear springs, after a quick email they are now sending them out to me. So for now I have just fitted the fronts. Because the shock is a lot shorter than the original shock the anti-roll bar link won’t fit. I just need to measure the difference and take that off the antiroll bar links. Just need to cut a chuck out and thread both parts then using a threaded sleeve to attach them together again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben Posted March 6, 2009 Report Share Posted March 6, 2009 Are you going on Sunday? Would be interesting to see what the ride quality is like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2009 Are you going on Sunday? Would be interesting to see what the ride quality is like. Nope im working on sunday sorry. I wont have the anti-roll bar links on till monday anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 Still only got the fronts fitted as the rear adjuster has not arrived. They are quite stiff, and i still dont have the anti roll bar attached. But i do have low profile tyres and polybushes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richierich Posted March 14, 2009 Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 Any update on this yet bud?? At the end of the month i may treat myself to new suspension and i been looking at the receland one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J555ONE Posted March 14, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 Well they are nice and stiff. I have worked out the spring rate of the fronts to be around 250, which doesn't seem that stiff so maybe its the shock. I still haven't got the rears on, I got the adjusters now though. With just the fronts on and no anti roll bar it hops round corners and feels good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
