10-14-2016, 03:26 PM | #1 |
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Looking for feedback on the Hotchkis sway bars and Dinan springs....
As I continue to learn more about the possibilities of modding the F30 I've added the Hotchkis front and rear sway bars and Dinan springs to my virtual wish list. I had quite a bit of store credit with CarID so the Hotchkis sway bars are the best I can get without dropping much additional money. I have the non-adaptive MSport suspension so I would like the Dinan springs to drop the ride height subtly (.05-1"). I like the ride quality now and am hoping that the Dinan springs wouldn't wreck the ride quality. Can anyone chime in with their thoughts/opinion on the Hotchki sway bars and Dinan springs?
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I would spend the extra cash and get good coilovers over these two mods. I bet you would be much more satisfied
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10-16-2016, 12:18 PM | #4 |
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Just a heads up... replacing sway bars on this car requires dropping the subframe.
Might want to factor that into your total cost as the installation will cost more than the bars themselves. |
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What problem are you trying to fix with the bars?
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10-16-2016, 10:31 PM | #6 |
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During my track day when the car was stock I noticed two main issues - the crappy Bridgestone RFT tires (will replace this spring) and a good bit of body lean...or at least more than what I"m used to. I didn't realize the install on the front and rear sway is to time consuming and some serious $$$$ to pay an installer.
I think getting a set of set of coilovers is a good option as it would allow me to retain the stock ride quality most of the time and firm it up for track weekends or other times. If I'm understanding the theory correctly, I can lower the ride height 3/4" or so and still have it set for stock ride comfort? So ride height is independent of shock firmness?
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10-17-2016, 10:29 AM | #7 |
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I just installed H&R springs this weekend and while under the car, I can confirm that the installation of sway bars is not going to be a fun task. Like SoDiezl350 stated, the rear sub frame would have to be dropped due to space constraints. Even though I have a lift at home, I don't think I would attempt the replacement.
As far as coils go and dependent on which coils you choose, your ride quality will not be the same as stock. Yes, you can control the ride height, but it's only 1/2 the equation on ride quality. The other half would be determined by spring rate. I have installed coils on all my performance vehicles with the exception of my current F30 due to the EDC. On each coil setup, I went with a progressive rated spring as opposed to a linear rated spring. If I were you, buy the most expensive coils YOU CAN AFFORD and do it right the first time, or don't do it at all. Bilstein PSS10s are my choice due to ride quality, full adjustability, and manufactured quality. |
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Yeah, as far as coilovers I would wait until this Spring to get the PSS10s - my brief research seems to indicate them as the best overall as well. How labor intensive are they to install?
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I think I'll go with the Hotchkis sway bars this month and the PSS10s come Spring....just in time for track season so start.
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