How much $$$ to get H&R springs installed?

SchwarzerM3 · 09-29-2010, 10:12 PM

Hello,

I'll drop off my M next week for a DCT software update at the dealer.
I'll have them swap out my stock springs with H&R springs, what would be a common price for this job?

I guess the warranty related to all parts of the suspension will be canceled right?

Thanks

Alex

SchwarzerM3 · 09-30-2010, 06:02 PM

anyone got the springs installed at a dealership, how much did you pay?

Thanks in advance.

Alex

SchwarzerM3 · 10-05-2010, 03:04 PM

Just talked to the dealership.
They would charge me $900 to change the springs.

I said that this is a lot more than I've expected, he said it's a 7hrs. job to change the front springs alone...?

What's up with that? Does it realy take 7hrs. for just the fronts?

Thanks

Alex

SchwarzerM3 · 10-05-2010, 03:26 PM

Just found a DIY for aftermarket springs.
It takes 2-4 hrs to change front and rear...

What's up with my dealer...?

I probably will do it myself.

Did anyone change the springs with only a car-jack instead of a lift?

Thanks

Alex

chris s · 10-05-2010, 03:53 PM

The dealer is nuts when it comes to labor charges. It took my shop less than 2 hours to do it. Any competent shop can get it done in 3 to 4 hours MAX...with time wasted!!!

It's a pretty easy DIY, and yes a good race jack and stands is sufficient. I did Coilovers on my old M3 in my garage with no lift. A buddy to help out will definitely make life much easier though.

aus · 10-05-2010, 05:18 PM

It's not that hard to do, and NO WAY it should be 7hrs!! I'm surprised the dealer would even do it.
Don't forget about the alignement afterwards.

SchwarzerM3 · 10-05-2010, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by chris s

The dealer is nuts when it comes to labor charges. It took my shop less than 2 hours to do it. Any competent shop can get it done in 3 to 4 hours MAX...with time wasted!!!

It's a pretty easy DIY, and yes a good race jack and stands is sufficient. I did Coilovers on my old M3 in my garage with no lift. A buddy to help out will definitely make life much easier though.

Hello Chris,

thanks for your input. I'll give it a shot this weekend.
Would you recomend to replace all bolts and nuts?

Alex

SchwarzerM3 · 10-05-2010, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

Don't forget about the alignement afterwards.

Since I'll put the car to hibernate within the next 2-3 weeks, I'll wait until the spring oil change needs to be done so they can do all at once.
It also gives the springs some time to set.

Alex

aus · 10-05-2010, 10:14 PM

Also, you should try to get the E36 M3 front bump stops to give you a little more travel. It's what Dinan uses on their kit.
Not sure if it's recommended on the rears.

SchwarzerM3 · 10-06-2010, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by aus

Also, you should try to get the E36 M3 front bump stops to give you a little more travel. It's what Dinan uses on their kit.
Not sure if it's recommended on the rears.

thanks for the tip, I'm just a little concerned regarding the pivot points etc... can they handle the additional travel?
Well, since this is what Dinan does I'd assume it's ok?

aus · 10-10-2010, 12:38 AM

Definitely do it. There are was a very nice write up here showing what Dinan uses for bump stops and how they shaved the front strut hats down.

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aus Major General 892 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	It's not that hard to do, and NO WAY it should be 7hrs!! I'm surprised the dealer would even do it. Don't forget about the alignement afterwards. __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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aus Major General 892 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Also, you should try to get the E36 M3 front bump stops to give you a little more travel. It's what Dinan uses on their kit. Not sure if it's recommended on the rears. __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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aus Major General 892 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Definitely do it. There are was a very nice write up here showing what Dinan uses for bump stops and how they shaved the front strut hats down. __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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