Lowering suspension
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Fraz06
- E30 Zone Newbie

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Hey everyone. I have a 4 door 316i and want to lower the suspension by 40mm all round. Can i lower the car using lowering springs on the standard shocks? or do i need to purchase a complete suspension kit with the shocks? Thanx guys
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Theo
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You can go either root, but it is preferable to use a full kit as apposed to a spring set. I have a second hand apex kit, springs, seats, and struts, for your model. Let me know if you are interested!
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Hyperion
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Yes, you can lower the car 40mm with just the springs, no problem. If you have the $$$ then go the full setup, I have a 40mm drop on mycar using standard shocks, no probs.
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Fraz06
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Thanx very much, Its much appreciated
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barnaby
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only problem using the origanal shocks is it makes the car's suspension alot spongier, if you have a large set of wheels on then they might rub when turning sharply.
