06-14-2015, 10:03 AM | #1 |
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KW V1 install on 2014 335i xDrive notes
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I just finished up installing KW V1 coil overs on my 2014 335i xDrive (still need to adjust ride height to final and get an alignment) and I thought I would pass along a few high points I discovered. All of the installation info online (thanks ECS!) applies to earlier year models and there have been some significant changes made since that make a material difference, as does having xDrive:
Overall the install went OK and I like the new look. As others have commented, there isn't much height adjustment available in the rear (only 1 finger gap at their highest adjustment), but my short rides to settle the suspension and listen for problems felt really good. |
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Thanks, these are definitely helpful hints to the online instructions. I just received my KWs earlier this week too, just need to find the time to install them.
By the way, does your version come with 2 springs for the rear (one short, soft helper and one "normal" one). I just realized that KW has this newer version for the 335i and thus hoping it will give a bit more clearance. Otherwise might need to use a 15mm spacer, but don't necessarily want to buy it until I see what the ride height is with the highest setting. |
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I'll clean up the car after the alignment and post some pics |
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Good luck with your install. I would do it all over again for the handling benefits as well as the experience! |
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How big are your wheels?
They look like 17's? I recently installed KW V1 on my 328i xdrive with my 18" winter wheels & the ride was a little too low in the rear even for 18"s but there was no rubbing or anything. But I added a 15mm spring spacer to add some height so that I won't have any rubbing issues with my summer 19's. Edit: Nice ride btw!. Looking back at your pictures, I think your wheels look more like 18's? but for some reaosn my car was a bit lower in the rear with the 18 wheels without the spring spacer (Yes I had both spring installed, the main + the helper spring) Last edited by ty666; 01-08-2017 at 11:22 AM.. |
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Hello!
Did you have adaptive suspension before the swap or the normal suspensions? Your cars looks very nice, even with 18 inch wheels. Congrats! Cheers, Garo
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