Ohlins Road and Track. I'm thinking about it.

[SpacegrayMe90]

My car is pretty much stock with the exception of my modded headlights and OEM exhaust mod. I've been debating lowering my car over the past years of ownership, but just never got around to doing it. I've managed to set aside some cash I can dedicate to my car. My question is Ohlins seems to be the gold standard when it comes to coils, but is the Road and Track really worth the cost?

I was also thinking I could go with something like a full Dinan suspension setup and still have some cash to put towards other mods.

What are your thoughts? Your input is greatly appreciated.

[SpacegrayMe90]

Originally Posted by Silverstoneorspacegray

Here is my post from another thread. Long story short is that I LOVE the way my car drives compared to my H&R sports - which was terrible in comparison but I'm not sure how much better it is than stock.

I think the height is just right now and the ride is great at the 10 click level. I'm even thinking about going a bit softer.

Thanks for your input.

[BOOF-M3]

Can't help you with the suspension but I thought we could show some Space Grau love.

[ERinEC]

What are you hoping to achieve with getting this or another kit?

[MikeHawk7]

I have a clean set I took off my car that I'll need to sell at some point (went back to OEM EDC). If you might be interested in a used set with a little over 40k on them, feel free to PM me. They still felt good when I removed them.

[Redd]

Ohlins R/T recommended height is same as M3 ZCP so it's quite practical. I only scrape my Vorsteiner lip on the steepest inclines.

Ohlins R/T is perfect for daily driving and hill runs. I run 12/12 for daily use and it's comfortable with better body control than stock. For hill runs I use 8/8 and it's firm but still soaks up the bumpy stuff.

I use 4/4 for track but it's quite obvious the Ohlins R/T is slightly undersprung for pure track use. If your car spends a lot of time in track, you'll probably be better off with something more aggressive like KW Clubsport.

Hope this helps.

[JsL]

For the money, I think you'd have more fun buying the new used set of ST XTA coilovers (currently in the member's classified section), solid subframe bushings, AA green filter, test pipes, GTS tune if you're DCT, and Michelin PS4s tires.

No to Dinan anything. Unless it's the 4.6L stroker attained for a reasonable price

[Redd]

Solid subframes are the single best handling mod I've done.

[E90Dave]

Originally Posted by JsL

For the money, I think you'd have more fun buying the new used set of ST XTA coilovers (currently in the member's classified section), solid subframe bushings, AA green filter, test pipes, GTS tune if you're DCT, and Michelin PS4s tires.

No to Dinan anything. Unless it's the 4.6L stroker attained for a reasonable price

Haha I bought those XTA nice try!!

[JsL]

Originally Posted by E90Dave

Haha I bought those XTA nice try!!

I gave you the wrong part numbers to buy in your thread. Jk

Write a review when you get them installed, not a lot of information on those coilovers. And I think they deserve to be more known.

I was considering them myself, but I just picked up a set of Ohlins.

For anyone looking into the XTAs, PM the Vendors here as they have very competitive pricing for the kit. If you're paying MSRP, you're paying too much.

[E90Dave]

Originally Posted by JsL

I gave you the wrong part numbers to buy in your thread. Jk

Write a review when you get them installed, not a lot of information on those coilovers. And I think they deserve to be more known.

I was considering them myself, but I just picked up a set of Ohlins.

For anyone looking into the XTAs, PM the Vendors here as they have very competitive pricing for the kit. If you're paying MSRP, you're paying too much.

Haha absolutely! I had them on my Boss 302 and loved them.

Now on an even better chassis they should be great/ will post up

[aus]

What spring rates do people run with the R/T's who intend to track a few times a year?
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[Redd]

I run the stock Ohlins R/T springs for track. It's slightly soft but not worth the compromise cos I daily the car.

[jeff@autocouture]

There are 4 employees here running Ohlins R&T on our daily drivers. I can't speak high enough about them for a car that sees daily or weekend warrior duty. As mentioned before, the R&T are capable on the track but there are better options out there for a dedicated track car.

[vincE92M3]

Has anyone had to service their Ohlins R&T yet?

[Redd]

1.5 yrs and 17k kms in mine. Still going strong.

[opihi5]

Originally Posted by Silverstoneorspacegray

Here is my post from another thread. Long story short is that I LOVE the way my car drives compared to my H&R sports - which was terrible in comparison but I'm not sure how much better it is than stock.

I think the height is just right now and the ride is great at the 10 click level. I'm even thinking about going a bit softer.

I'm also in the same situation as OP. Right now i have the h&r race springs with a front swaybar and honestly the car corners good(on even surfaces). I either want to step up to the ohlins r&t or get kw v3 coilovers.

Any input is helpful

[JsL]

FYI... If you're looking for a set, now is a good time to buy from IND during their July 4th sale. You can check the price yourself. Promo code is USA

[derbo]

Originally Posted by JsL

FYI... If you're looking for a set, now is a good time to buy from IND during their July 4th sale. You can check the price yourself. Promo code is USA

USA gives about 12% off, that is a hefty chunk of change!

[vincE92M3]

Originally Posted by derbo

USA gives about 12% off, that is a hefty chunk of change!

Not a bad price for a new set.

[JsL]

Originally Posted by derbo

USA gives about 12% off, that is a hefty chunk of change!

Yeah, that's what I thought too. Wanted to pass that info along and enable people to spend money.

[BayE30]

USA is the coupon code, $2090 with the discount (before tax and shipping).