New Product - Swift Spec-R Sport Springs for your E9x M3

admranger · 06-05-2014, 12:23 AM

What's the ride quality like for commuting? My E90M3 is my daily driver (unless the weather sucks). I do track my cars, so the spring rate is mostly for enhanced track performance. I do like the stance too though (I'm old, but not *that* old).

For a reference point, the E46M3 in the garage has Ohlins and Eibach Pro Kit on it and that ride is fine.

Thanks!

HP Autosport · 06-05-2014, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by admranger

What's the ride quality like for commuting? My E90M3 is my daily driver (unless the weather sucks). I do track my cars, so the spring rate is mostly for enhanced track performance. I do like the stance too though (I'm old, but not *that* old).

For a reference point, the E46M3 in the garage has Ohlins and Eibach Pro Kit on it and that ride is fine.

Thanks!

Firmer, but not harsh. It's just right for the car and OE dampers. It's best to get a ride in a car with Spec-R's.

HP Autosport · 06-05-2014, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by admranger

What's the ride quality like for commuting? My E90M3 is my daily driver (unless the weather sucks). I do track my cars, so the spring rate is mostly for enhanced track performance. I do like the stance too though (I'm old, but not *that* old).

For a reference point, the E46M3 in the garage has Ohlins and Eibach Pro Kit on it and that ride is fine.

Thanks!

Firmer, but not harsh. It's just right for the car and OE dampers. It's best to get a ride in a car with Spec-R's.

M3Carbon · 06-12-2014, 12:24 PM

Any updates? Looking for overall comparison against stock ZCP suspension. DD and track duties alike. Thanks!

[QUOTE=SROC5;14382010]Here's mine installed for photo reference, heading to the track soon and will write up some impressions of them coming from Stock ZCP springs.

S65V8 · 06-12-2014, 02:11 PM

[QUOTE=M3Carbon;16114679]Any updates? Looking for overall comparison against stock ZCP suspension. DD and track duties alike. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by SROC5

Here's mine installed for photo reference, heading to the track soon and will write up some impressions of them coming from Stock ZCP springs.

Search for my review, I talk about these things already.

M3Carbon · 06-12-2014, 04:02 PM

[QUOTE=SROC5]

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Originally Posted by M3Carbon

Any updates? Looking for overall comparison against stock ZCP suspension. DD and track duties alike. Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SROC5

Here's mine installed for photo reference, heading to the track soon and will write up some impressions of them coming from Stock ZCP springs.

Search for my review, I talk about these things already.

Just found it on search. Solid review. Thanks.

rjd598 · 06-12-2014, 09:57 PM

how long does install take? assuming you take it to a capable shop

HP Autosport · 06-15-2014, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by rjd598

how long does install take? assuming you take it to a capable shop

3-4 hours is typical.

lsmkr01 · 06-16-2014, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

3-4 hours is typical.

I just installed them this past weekend. Having read over a solid DIY guide, having all the tools ready and help from a buddy it took 2 hours. I could now do it myself in umder 2 hours if i had to do it again.

LOVE the springs by the way!

SpiralOut · 06-16-2014, 08:14 AM

You almost have to install these yourself, otherwise the installation costs will make this a $1000 mod. I think shops around me wanted like $500-600 bucks to install them. If you're not mechanically inclined, find a friend or forum member close by try to get some help. Really the only tricky/dangerous part is getting the front OEM springs off. After you do it once and see all the steps and in which order you need to do them in, you'll see it's actually a pretty easy job.

HP Autosport · 06-16-2014, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by lsmkr01

I just installed them this past weekend. Having read over a solid DIY guide, having all the tools ready and help from a buddy it took 2 hours. I could now do it myself in umder 2 hours if i had to do it again.

LOVE the springs by the way!

Great job! Now, you can help someone else in the community with his/her install!

lsmkr01 · 06-17-2014, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

Great job! Now, you can help someone else in the community with his/her install!

I'd help any local guy no question. I already have all the tools so that guy/girl can do this mod for just the cost of the springs.... and a couple craft IPA's!!

AMG_LAWL · 07-18-2014, 09:26 PM

Sooooooo... with all that said... H&R Race or Swift Spec-R??

stephenlab · 07-19-2014, 03:27 PM

suggestions regarding bump stops with swift springs on an e92 m3

HP Autosport · 07-21-2014, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by stephenlab

suggestions regarding bump stops with swift springs on an e92 m3

There is no need. The springs were properly designed and they are not going to ride on the bump stops like some other improperly designed sport springs currently out there.

BTW, we have 6 sets ready to ship, down from 10 sets that came on the last shipment from Japan.

HP Autosport · 09-22-2014, 06:24 PM

Free E36 M3 front bump stops for the rest of 2014!

Yvette · 09-23-2014, 05:34 PM

what's the benefit with e36 bump stops?

HP Autosport · 09-23-2014, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by e90sexion

what's the benefit with e36 bump stops?

These aren't typically installed with the Swift as the Swift didn't need them. They were popular with the H&R and Eibach springs because of the combination of excessive lowering and progressive nature of the springs which often lead to bottoming.

We are including these at no additional charge since most people are ordering this option anyway.

Webb70 · 10-14-2014, 12:24 AM

How much shipped to Toronto (L9T 0M4) ?
Who do you ship with?

Thanks

HP Autosport · 10-17-2014, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Webb70

How much shipped to Toronto (L9T 0M4) ?
Who do you ship with?

Thanks

$60 extra through USPS or UPS.

Bump stops are free until then end of the year!

hpapad01 · 10-18-2014, 09:10 PM

Anyone installed these springs on a E93?

I'm just looking to improve the stance more than anything else. Any issues with the EDC? I have no issues with the firmer ride.

I was also thinking to go the Sleeve kit option as it will offer a slightly more lowering option.

Any suggestions are welcome! Thanks.

HP Autosport · 10-28-2014, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by hpapad01

Anyone installed these springs on a E93?

I'm just looking to improve the stance more than anything else. Any issues with the EDC? I have no issues with the firmer ride.

I was also thinking to go the Sleeve kit option as it will offer a slightly more lowering option.

Any suggestions are welcome! Thanks.

This is E90 and E92 only. E93 carries extra weight and not suitable for these springs.

You could use the fronts only, but the rears will make the car too low.

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SpiralOut Captain 148 Rep 880 Posts Drives: 2022 X5Mc Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NC iTrader: (11)	You almost have to install these yourself, otherwise the installation costs will make this a $1000 mod. I think shops around me wanted like $500-600 bucks to install them. If you're not mechanically inclined, find a friend or forum member close by try to get some help. Really the only tricky/dangerous part is getting the front OEM springs off. After you do it once and see all the steps and in which order you need to do them in, you'll see it's actually a pretty easy job.
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