Springs for the E93?

dhoggm3 · 06-21-2009, 07:28 AM

Contacted my Dinan dealer today about the above, and they said that the fat butt on the E93 would mean that the Dinan spring rate is not appropriate for my car. I'm looking for the results folks are saying about the Dinan spring set: a little lower, a little better controlled, works great with EDC. This is not a track car. Stock springs are pretty good, but a little better is always, em, a little better. Any suggestions?

SV Concepts III · 06-22-2009, 02:02 PM

The E93 is heavier so you do need a different spring rate for that car. I would look into the H&R Sports which will offer the lower ride and stiffer setup without being to harsh for daily use. They are a good compromise between comfort and performance.

SlammedR8 · 06-22-2009, 02:10 PM

I lowered my car with H&R springs about a year ago, at that time they didnt have specific springs for the E93; so I bought E92 springs. sits a tad bit lower due to the extra weight, but rides nice otherwise.

rominl · 06-22-2009, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slammedm3

I lowered my car with H&R springs about a year ago, at that time they didnt have specific springs for the E93; so I bought E92 springs. sits a tad bit lower due to the extra weight, but rides nice otherwise.

i concur. my e93 is on e92 springs (h&r). it rides just fine. a bit stiffer but i don't feel anything weird. the rear is lower than that of the e92, which i actually like coz' i think the springs on e92 (or the e93 ones on e93) give too much of a rake look

Realpimp23 · 06-23-2009, 03:20 AM

AC Schnitzer got a nice set

dhoggm3 · 06-26-2009, 06:38 AM

ACS has a set specifically for the E93 with EDC?

dhoggm3 · 06-26-2009, 06:44 AM

Is there an ACS dealer/sponsor on the M3 Post?

Captain Slow · 06-26-2009, 01:22 PM

Yes, ACS makes a specific kit for the E93 M3. The drop is perfect, smooth ride, and EDC compatible.

Sorry, in my opinion those folks who went with the E92 application on their E93 made a mistake. It looks dumped, but if that's your cup of tea....

Peter at *******perts can get you set up right.

M II · 06-30-2009, 03:08 PM

All the springs made for the M3 are EDC compatible

SV Concepts III · 06-30-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dhoggm3

Is there an ACS dealer/sponsor on the M3 Post?

We are an ACS dealer but I have to be honest, for a spring set, it's not worth the premium ACS charges for their brand of springs when there are perfectly acceptable alternatives from Eibach and H&R.

Captain Slow · 07-01-2009, 11:08 PM

I don't agree with your assessment, especially since the E93 specific speced H&R springs haven't been produced/shipped by H&R for the US market yet (August 2009 - "maybe" as told by H&R themselves).

Yes, There is a part number for the E93 M3, but the part itself doesn't exist in the US yet. As a dealer you should have known that. Not trying to flame, but more than 1 sponsor on the board said they had it, then had to back track when they tried to find an ETA for shipment. It was then, they learned the part is not yet available.

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Originally Posted by Nick@Jlevi SW

We are an ACS dealer but I have to be honest, for a spring set, it's not worth the premium ACS charges for their brand of springs when there are perfectly acceptable alternatives from Eibach and H&R.

SlammedR8 · 07-01-2009, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captain Slow

I don't agree with your assessment, especially since the E93 specific speced H&R springs haven't been produced/shipped by H&R for the US market yet (August 2009 - "maybe" as told by H&R themselves).

Yes, There is a part number for the E93 M3, but the part itself doesn't exist in the US yet. As a dealer you should have known that. Not trying to flame, but more than 1 sponsor on the board said they had it, then had to back track when they tried to find an ETA for shipment. It was then, they learned the part is not yet available.

i didnt know that either, i knew it was out and it had been made. but didnt realize it wasnt ready to ship within US yet

oh well im happy with my E92 springs

rominl · 07-02-2009, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slammedm3

i didnt know that either, i knew it was out and it had been made. but didnt realize it wasnt ready to ship within US yet

oh well im happy with my E92 springs

same here, didn't realize the parts aren't here. i talked to several shops and they did give me part number for e93 and even a price.

i am very happy with my e92 springs too

simonlam168 · 07-03-2009, 09:38 AM

I have H&R sport spring on my E93 M3. Parts number 29053-2

cristiano07 · 12-22-2023, 06:31 PM

I am upgrading my suspension for a 2007 BMW 335i E93 N54. I have a few questions I would like to know the technical responses to. I am looking for M-sport springs but finding conflicting responses everywhere regarding this subject.
Compatibility Questions:
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs compatible with B8 struts?
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs sport or non-sport on a hardtop E93 convertible?
Are M-sport springs more compatible with B8 struts, Why or Why Not?

Functionality Questions:
M sport springs + B6 = more strain on the B6?
M Sport Springs + B8 = more strain on the springs?

Brandoch · 12-23-2023, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cristiano07

I am upgrading my suspension for a 2007 BMW 335i E93 N54. I have a few questions I would like to know the technical responses to. I am looking for M-sport springs but finding conflicting responses everywhere regarding this subject.
Compatibility Questions:
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs compatible with B8 struts?
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs sport or non-sport on a hardtop E93 convertible?
Are M-sport springs more compatible with B8 struts, Why or Why Not?

Functionality Questions:
M sport springs + B6 = more strain on the B6?
M Sport Springs + B8 = more strain on the springs?

This is the M3 forum, you should try the regular e9x forum.

M3SQRD · 01-03-2024, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cristiano07

I am upgrading my suspension for a 2007 BMW 335i E93 N54. I have a few questions I would like to know the technical responses to. I am looking for M-sport springs but finding conflicting responses everywhere regarding this subject.
Compatibility Questions:
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs compatible with B8 struts?
Are the Bilstein B3 #37-161255 springs sport or non-sport on a hardtop E93 convertible?
Are M-sport springs more compatible with B8 struts, Why or Why Not?

Functionality Questions:
M sport springs + B6 = more strain on the B6?
M Sport Springs + B8 = more strain on the springs?

B8 are designed to work with lowering springs. No added strain on springs. Lowering springs on B6 dampers would bias the valve stack down from its centered position but would not place additional strain on the dampers unless your car is too low and you’re constantly riding the bump stops. What do you mean by M-sport springs - OEM M-sport package springs? Aftermarket lowering springs would be different from OEM M-sport package springs.

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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	The E93 is heavier so you do need a different spring rate for that car. I would look into the H&R Sports which will offer the lower ride and stiffer setup without being to harsh for daily use. They are a good compromise between comfort and performance.
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Captain Slow Private First Class 13 Rep 118 Posts Drives: 09' M3 Convertible Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (0)	ACS Springs Yes, ACS makes a specific kit for the E93 M3. The drop is perfect, smooth ride, and EDC compatible. Sorry, in my opinion those folks who went with the E92 application on their E93 made a mistake. It looks dumped, but if that's your cup of tea.... Peter at *******perts can get you set up right. __________________ AW/FR E93 M3 \| AA Pulley \| AA Signature Exhaust \| AA Software \| AC Schnitzer Springs \| H&R Spacers \| Custom Silver CF Front Lip \|
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simonlam168 Second Lieutenant 73 Rep 254 Posts Drives: E93-M3 F10-M5 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hong Kong iTrader: (1)	I have H&R sport spring on my E93 M3. Parts number 29053-2
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