Another 335d with ACS springs :)

Cootie · 11-06-2014, 01:27 PM

Well thanks to Lorcan and Menzies BMW in Stirling I had some ACS springs fitted to my 335d yesterday, so I thought I'd share my first impressions...

Despite not yet having chance to run it down my favourite stretch of road I've still done 200 miles since they were fitted, including 80 today with my wife and 4 month old daughter in the car, so have had a good chance to weigh up the difference they have made.

My conclusion for anyone else weighing up getting them done is to bite the bullet - there is no downside. I was prepared for the ride being a bit firmer - to my mind it isn't - if anything the ride seems better than before! Speed bumps don't result in the previous bunny hop at the rear when the dampers are in comfort mode and even on the straights the ride seems better controlled.

In terms of the upside there is significantly less roll through the corners or around roundabouts. That 'loose' sensation the car had previously has gone, with much improved turn-in. The car previously had a tendency to lurch on swift direction changes and that now seems to have gone, whilst I would also say there is more feel to the steering. So generally just a lot more fun to drive

Very happy - now just have to resist any temptation to go for the ACS engine tune...

DTP1980 · 11-06-2014, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Cootie

Very happy - now just have to resist any temptation to go for the ACS engine tune...

DO IT NOW!

Nick the Greek · 11-06-2014, 01:40 PM

Lorcan's Christmas bonus is looking good!

teaston · 11-06-2014, 01:46 PM

Makes you wonder why BMW didn't fit similar springs in the first place!

Nick the Greek · 11-06-2014, 01:48 PM

^^^

Well, young Lorcan would be out of a job for a start.....

Lorcan · 11-06-2014, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick the Greek

Lorcan's Christmas bonus is looking good!

I'm not sure I can eat a whole Twix Duo!

Lorcan · 11-06-2014, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by teaston

Makes you wonder why BMW didn't fit similar springs in the first place!

Because they don't have this guy on their team:

Manfred "Manny" Wollgarten. He personally tests and sets up all our suspension kits to be as good as they can be.

http://www.ac-schnitzer.de/en/bmw-ca...nt/suspension/

pdk42 · 11-06-2014, 02:01 PM

I've got mine booked with Stourbridge on Nov 21st

DazC · 11-06-2014, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Cootie

Well thanks to Lorcan and Menzies BMW in Stirling I had some ACS springs fitted to my 335d yesterday, so I thought I'd share my first impressions...

Despite not yet having chance to run it down my favourite stretch of road I've still done 200 miles since they were fitted, including 80 today with my wife and 4 month old daughter in the car, so have had a good chance to weigh up the difference they have made.

My conclusion for anyone else weighing up getting them done is to bite the bullet - there is no downside. I was prepared for the ride being a bit firmer - to my mind it isn't - if anything the ride seems better than before! Speed bumps don't result in the previous bunny hop at the rear when the dampers are in comfort mode and even on the straights the ride seems better controlled.

In terms of the upside there is significantly less roll through the corners or around roundabouts. That 'loose' sensation the car had previously has gone, with much improved turn-in. The car previously had a tendency to lurch on swift direction changes and that now seems to have gone, whilst I would also say there is more feel to the steering. So generally just a lot more fun to drive

Very happy - now just have to resist any temptation to go for the ACS engine tune...

May i ask what the total cost was? Im not too far from you and have been considering these.

Cootie · 11-06-2014, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by DazC

May i ask what the total cost was? Im not too far from you and have been considering these.

Approx. £680 all in, including fitting and wheel alignment - well worth it

Lorcan · 11-06-2014, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by pdk42

I've got mine booked with Stourbridge on Nov 21st

Dixiebrook · 11-06-2014, 02:56 PM

Getting mine done at Menzies in Stirling tomorrow. Ridiculously excited. I'll pass on the positive feedback.

pdk42 · 11-07-2014, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Lorcan

For those wondering about insurance, I'll just throw this in:

- My current insurer (John Lewis) wanted to know how much the ride height would be changed. They then quoted me an additional £16/year.

- I'm about to buy a old Z4 as a weekend car (

) and so needed a multi-car policy which JL don't offer, so I went to eSure. They will allow ride reduction up to 30mm without charge! The Z4 is coming in at £180/yr and the F31 at £340 (incl legal prot).

brommy · 11-07-2014, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by pdk42

For those wondering about insurance, I'll just throw this in:

- My current insurer (John Lewis) wanted to know how much the ride height would be changed. They then quoted me an additional £16/year.

- I'm about to buy a old Z4 as a weekend car (

) and so needed a multi-car policy which JL don't offer, so I went to eSure. They will allow ride reduction up to 30mm without charge! The Z4 is coming in at £180/yr and the F31 at £340 (incl legal prot).

I think it has been mentioned elsewhere, but what is the official drop in height (front/back) for ACS springs fitted to an X-drive with adaptive suspension?

Lorcan · 11-07-2014, 02:53 AM

Saloon or Touring?

Tengocity · 11-07-2014, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by pdk42

For those wondering about insurance, I'll just throw this in:

- My current insurer (John Lewis) wanted to know how much the ride height would be changed. They then quoted me an additional £16/year.

- I'm about to buy a old Z4 as a weekend car (

) and so needed a multi-car policy which JL don't offer, so I went to eSure. They will allow ride reduction up to 30mm without charge! The Z4 is coming in at £180/yr and the F31 at £340 (incl legal prot).

Most insurers have now got pretty understanding about mods and it never makes so much difference that the cost becomes in any way an issue. The most annoying thing is when they charge you admin fees for the privilege of telling them it's been modified.

brommy · 11-07-2014, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Lorcan

Saloon or Touring?

Saloon, please.

Trialskings · 11-07-2014, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Lorcan

Saloon or Touring?

Touring please

happycow6171 · 11-07-2014, 04:38 AM

Just wondered what the cost of engine upgrade and springs are?.

Lorcan · 11-07-2014, 04:38 AM

Here are the official figures for both.

Lorcan · 11-07-2014, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by happycow6171

Just wondered what the cost of engine upgrade and springs are?.

The engine upgrade for 335d to 360hp is £2729.95 inc VAT:

http://shop.ac-schnitzer.co.uk/perfo...rom-4092-p.asp

The springs are £269.55 less 10% forum discount = £242.60.

happycow6171 · 11-07-2014, 04:45 AM

Will the engine upgrade make the car hit 62 mph in about 4.5 secs?.

11-06-2014, 01:27 PM	#1
Cootie Captain 255 Rep 816 Posts Drives: 335d Xdrive with ACS Springs Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Edinburgh iTrader: (0)	Another 335d with ACS springs :) Well thanks to Lorcan and Menzies BMW in Stirling I had some ACS springs fitted to my 335d yesterday, so I thought I'd share my first impressions... Despite not yet having chance to run it down my favourite stretch of road I've still done 200 miles since they were fitted, including 80 today with my wife and 4 month old daughter in the car, so have had a good chance to weigh up the difference they have made. My conclusion for anyone else weighing up getting them done is to bite the bullet - there is no downside. I was prepared for the ride being a bit firmer - to my mind it isn't - if anything the ride seems better than before! Speed bumps don't result in the previous bunny hop at the rear when the dampers are in comfort mode and even on the straights the ride seems better controlled. In terms of the upside there is significantly less roll through the corners or around roundabouts. That 'loose' sensation the car had previously has gone, with much improved turn-in. The car previously had a tendency to lurch on swift direction changes and that now seems to have gone, whilst I would also say there is more feel to the steering. So generally just a lot more fun to drive Very happy - now just have to resist any temptation to go for the ACS engine tune... Last edited by Cootie; 11-06-2014 at 01:45 PM..
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