M3 shocks

Post Wed Jan 20, 2016 12:55 am

Is there anything worth considering over a Bilstein B8 kit for the similar money that is not a coil over, sensible for a road car that will combine with a slightly lower Eibach spring to give and improvement over stock ?
Thanks

Post Wed Jan 20, 2016 6:21 pm

Not really to be honest.

Post Thu Jan 21, 2016 1:35 pm

Thought not. Another credit card dent ahead.

Post Thu Jan 21, 2016 2:43 pm

I have been considering the gaz shocks. Not ordered yet though, any major reasons for the B8's over these? I was thinking that the adjustability may allow me to run a softer set up as I have heard that the billies are very firm?

I already have a new set of H&R springs.

Post Thu Jan 21, 2016 3:40 pm

Gaz are great, ideally you need to speak with them before ordering to make sure your getting exactly what you need. They're more than happy to make something exactly to your spec. Shouldn't cost you any extra.

The corrosion protection on the gaz stuff isn't great though, so if your planning on coil overs, I would wrap the thread in self amalgamating tape to prolong the life. (if you plan on adjusting them in the future)

Post Thu Jan 21, 2016 7:33 pm

If you want softer than a B8 then buy some B4's

Post Fri Jan 22, 2016 2:18 am

DanThe wrote:If you want softer than a B8 then buy some B4's

Agree 100%. I have B8's on the M3 with eibach springs with a 30mm drop and while the handling is fantastic the ride is pretty harsh. I will be swapping out the eibach springs for stock M3 springs this summer.. More spring rate will give a softer ride.

Ive put B4s on the 318 iS Im rebuilding.. Can't wait to compare the two...