E30 316 lowering

Post Fri Feb 24, 2012 10:29 pm

I can see a lot of springs on the Bay for 316i convertibles and estates, just wondering if anyone can point me in the direction of some lowering springs that are for an M10 316? Or am I fine with the 316i 325i springs, cheers.

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 12:33 pm

Will these fit for instance? I realise the vehicle compatibility checker says so but the seller seems unsure.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 0707143064

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 2:11 pm

Duffers89 wrote:Will these fit for instance? I realise the vehicle compatibility checker says so but the seller seems unsure.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 0707143064

They'll fit, Any springs from a 316/318 will do, not from a touring or convertible as the rear springs are different.

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 2:16 pm

thanks very much, how difficult is DIY installation? is there any guides?

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 2:38 pm

Press this button:

and type "Suspension"

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 2:40 pm

lovely, thank you

EDIT: is 60mm a bit TOO much though? What do people recommend?

Post Sat Feb 25, 2012 7:17 pm

Duffers89 wrote:thanks very much, how difficult is DIY installation? is there any guides?

Rears easy, one 19" bolt and a tyre lever

Fronts prob an hour per side taking your time. Front strut out, spring compressors on and top mount off to change spring.

Stu