01-24-2016, 08:59 AM | #1 |
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340i Xdrive M Adaptive Suspension Options experience
I'm looking to lower my 340i Xdrive with M adaptive suspension and wanted to hear what options and experience people have had.
I found a thread on F80's being lowered with the adaptive suspension and it doesn't seem like the ride has an equal OEM feel. Seems owners there are noticing the springs don't match well with the dampers. I'm hoping this is not the case with 340i's revised suspension. So far I found H&R sport springs as an option. Anyone install these and how are you liking them in Comfort and Sport? |
01-24-2016, 02:14 PM | #2 | |
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01-31-2016, 03:54 PM | #3 |
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I'm using the H&R sport on my 2016 F36 435ix with M adaptive suspension. No problem at all. Ride very well in all modes. Slightly stiffer (+1-2 clicks) but no where near Bilstein or KW coilovers sportiness (+4-7 clicks) than oem (3-4 out of 12). This is for my daily so perfect to lower the gap slightly. Only complaint that they don't drop a little more, like another 0.5". Alignment settings were no problem as well. Go for it! Best value before coilovers with EDC delete.
I don't believe to pay extra for the Dinan shock ware when you could just press the button to sport and switch to control the chassis only. |
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01-31-2016, 09:30 PM | #4 | |
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I know when I move from Comfort to Sport Mode, the Springs do get tighter, and the car definitely is more stiff and responsive. But just wondering how smooth of a ride it is supposed to give? Also, noticed that I have to keep my tires (runflats) inflated to their highest spec (5 passengers and luggage PSI) in order for me to get the most compliant ride. Otherwise I get a really "bouncy" type of ride. I just finished watching a BMW Promo Video for the M adaptive suspension where a car is going over some large bumps quickly but inside a cup of hot liquid stays fairly still, is this indicative to your experiences?
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The settings are only adjusting the dampers, not the springs. In Sport Mode, a bump in the road will cause the wheel to be returned to the road quicker. Therefore it feels firmer when you drive.
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03-15-2016, 07:24 PM | #6 |
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i have my eyes on Dinan springs plus shockware and the KW DDC coilovers. I don't think either are out for the 340xi yet. KW DDCs are in some ways the ultimate setup as you can still adjust the dampers via your adaptive controls, plus they are height adjustable. But they are pricey. Dinan is adaptive but fixed height. Also pricey when install is included, though you do get a warranty in theory at least.
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03-31-2016, 01:34 PM | #7 |
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From a cosmetic standpoint, I'm curious to see how much the Dinan springs drop a 340 xDrive compared to H&R.
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Aside that, would probably wait to break in the car. Question, how does your car feel vs a 335i xDrive with Adaptive M? |
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