e30 springs

[Mark_In_PA]

you have to use shorter shocks designed for lowering, if you use ur stock ones they will always be under load and eventually blow out. besides, if ur suspension is original u should replace the shocks anyway. mine were shot at 95k.

[bmwspeed85]

Ok i understand the concept of replacing the shocks as well. I just dont have the money for shock, struts, and springs. Now I do not drive my car everyday. Just on the weekends and such. I dont even race her either. If I do not replace the struts/shocks will I still get the lowering effect? Just temporary until I can get the shock/struts. thanks

[Mark_In_PA]

why do the same job twice? just save parts and do it at once, u will always have that nagging at you that you will have to replace the shocks. i collected parts for a year to do my swap. trust me you will be much happier.

[rayz]

if you dont mind taking things apart twice. go ahead and run just the springs for now. just dont wait too long to change your shocks. But if you wouldnt mind waiting, save your money and get a H&R cup kit (springs/shocks combo) Eibachs end up settling lower than they say. (so ive heard from friends with eibachs on various vehicles)

[egk2]

Don't put springs in without struts/shocks that's just a waste of time and money if you aren't doing the install yourself, be patient and save for a full suspension, cupkit is very reasonably priced and you don't track your car so it might be best for you.

[MR 325]

Don't do springs without shocks to go with them. They will just blow and end up fucking up more stuff. I promise.

[BimmerEtoIS]

I have some eibachs for sale that fit e30, pro kit. They are used for only 5000 miles and look new. $110 bucks + shipping is the cost obo, comes in the box and everything. And it is usually required that you get some shocks that are meant to be lowered, say bilstein sports.

[OoSTUMPYoO]

Originally Posted by bmwdt

i was also told ireland products has the stage 3 springs that are good. i dont know who else has them or what they are like. i was told 2"front and 1.5"back...but im guessing i will need camber plates for those

IE3's and H&R Sport/Racing springs do NOT require cambers. thats specifically why i want them.

[ultima_chi]

Originally Posted by BimmerEtoIS

I have some eibachs for sale that fit e30, pro kit. They are used for only 5000 miles and look new. $110 bucks + shipping is the cost obo, comes in the box and everything. And it is usually required that you get some shocks that are meant to be lowered, say bilstein sports.

Hey, how much will you sell the rear springs for? Will you be willing to part with them?

[BimmerEtoIS]

nah man, i need to sell these in a set. sorry dude.

[BS87]

Buy the springs now, save up for shocks, install all at once.

[thejimlab]

If you want to spend less money and your not racing or anything, then get some KYB GR-2 fronts and Gas-adjust rears. Decent shocks, work with lowered suspension and hella cheap. I think a set of Gr-2's are $100 for both and gas-adjust rears are about $50, as opposed to the $375 you'll spend on Bilsteins.

[OoSTUMPYoO]

Originally Posted by thejimlab

If you want to spend less money and your not racing or anything, then get some KYB GR-2 fronts and Gas-adjust rears. Decent shocks, work with lowered suspension and hella cheap. I think a set of Gr-2's are $100 for both and gas-adjust rears are about $50, as opposed to the $375 you'll spend on Bilsteins.

two things, where would you get those... and does anyone agree.

[bwawuz02]

Originally Posted by BimmerEtoIS

I have some eibachs for sale that fit e30, pro kit. They are used for only 5000 miles and look new. $110 bucks + shipping is the cost obo, comes in the box and everything. And it is usually required that you get some shocks that are meant to be lowered, say bilstein sports.

if you still have these for sale i'm interested. email me at bwawuz02@yahoo.com

[bwawuz02]

HEY BimmerEtoIS DO YOU WANNA SELL ME THOSE SPRINGS OR WHAT???