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Just got off the phone with MSS. The kit photos posted above by Goodmoodley is the newest version, like within the last 6mon newer.. These kits have a slight change over the original kits that initially were released maybe only like only 6mo ago so early or mid 2019.... There is no difference in performance between either kit. The only difference is the new kit the front adjusters are located at the bottom of the front springs whereas the original kits (my kit) the front adjusters are installed on the top. . Not sure why they made this change but they stated performance is same for both kits. The rear setup is same for both kits. The other change is that the new kit requires the included bump stops as you can see in Goodmoodley's photos. The original kit does not come with bumpstops because the OEM can be used with no issue. So if you don't have the bumpstops and your kit has the MEYLE dust cover/boot/strut X2 in the box then this is the original kit. I bought mine from a forum member and this is how I obtained the original kit vice what Goodmoodley has posted. Getting my springs installed tomorrow, so hopefully no rubbing with my tire setup.. |
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I posted above clarifying the kits and the bumpstops.. Since my kit is intended to be used with OEM bumpstops im going to swap them with the Dinan and see how that works. MSS said it shouldn't be a problem but cant be sure since they are designed with OEM bumpstops.. Either way Ill see what works.
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They should've improved the rear adjuster location too.
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Finished install finally
Found some extra time and got the install done. So glad to get rid of the soft wallowing stock springs. Feels a little closer to my 1er now. A fair bit stiffer than stock.
Here are some install pics and a before and after pic.
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What size rims and tires are you running? Are the MSS springs larger than stock springs or take up more space?
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Tires are 235/40/18 and 275/35/18. Planning on running 245/40/18 in front next. Tires are Firestone Firehawk Indy 500s. No rubbing at all so far.
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However, now that I know you can fit a 275 in the rear I'm wondering if a 255F 275R would be a nicer setup. My car is my daily driver and I usually do dig and highway races with the occasional back road/mountain drive. Trying to get as much grip as possible since I will be upgrading my turbo and trying to push 600whp+
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How do you like the Indy 500s? I've been hearing a lot of good things about them and they have all the sizes I'm looking for in 17s. Seems like you figured out the method for fitting a 275 in the rear with the Indy 500s and the MSS springs. I know a couple of owners who have fit a 245f with no or little modifications. A 255 is a different story but I believe it can be done since Apex said if the MSS springs are the same size as stock then it should work with camber plates. Since you also mentioned that the Indy 500s run narrower and I've been planning for PS4S which I believe are wider then perhaps you could get away with bushings to get the negative camber upfront?
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Not necessarily. As is true for other sizes as well, there are 275s, and there are 275s.
This shows the difference between the Michelin PSS in 245/35-18 and the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 in 275/35-18: Everything is bigger with the Firestone; tread width, however, not really very much. It's best to review the detailed specs for a tire before giving it serious consideration.
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I find that they are quite stiff. I don't mind as I tend to prefer that but some may find it a bit too much.
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In reply to last two posts. It would likely be a bit more compliant with a heavier front end.
The front adjuster is bottomed out. The rears were about an inch up IIRC.
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Looks great. Did you replace any bolts or other hardware during the install? BMW includes hardware on their mperf HAS on some of their other models.
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My MSS spring arrived today from XLR8. They came in a plain brown box with packing peanuts, unlike everyone else's nice packaging. A hat and some marketing materials were included, no sort of instructions though.
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