New m235i coilover opinions

tenfour · 03-24-2016, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by alexc93

Yep except for KW DDC setup, that retains adaptive suspension, as it has oem connectors to sync up to.

ST's coils are actually made by KW, but you are correct, they dont offer any dampening adjustment.

Basically, for $1000, there is no coilover on the market that even exists for multi-adjustable or adaptive suspension. If i were you i'd go dinan springs and new bump stops.

^^correct. STs are basically the equivalent to KW v1 (w/out dampening)

but of course, you lose adaptive suspension. had STs on my previous vehicle and had no issues. of course the ride was stiffer, but considering the price, overall it was good.

Anthony235 · 03-29-2016, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by alexc93

Yep except for KW DDC setup, that retains adaptive suspension, as it has oem connectors to sync up to.

ST's coils are actually made by KW, but you are correct, they dont offer any dampening adjustment.

Basically, for $1000, there is no coilover on the market that even exists for multi-adjustable or adaptive suspension. If i were you i'd go dinan springs and new bump stops.

From what I've read on the forum here is that you can code out the error light when you go to a full coilover that doesn't have the provisions for the adaptive suspension. That's my long term plan.

alexc93 · 03-29-2016, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Anthony235

From what I've read on the forum here is that you can code out the error light when you go to a full coilover that doesn't have the provisions for the adaptive suspension. That's my long term plan.

Yep you absolutely can. If i ever go to a coilover that would be my plan also, however a lot of forum members want to retain the EDC functionality.

jaboyd · 04-04-2016, 08:45 AM

If OP is only interested in looks/costs the spring route we be easiest and least expensive. IMO, one buys coil overs for their adjustability and potential handling improvements...and one buys springs for looks and slight handling gains within an acceptable ride stiffness increase.

Modest spring rate/drop changes will aid handling (roll) with minimal impact on strut life with virtually no maintenance. Coil overs can provide more drop and are adjustable but you'll need camber plates to offset camber loss and they will have a finite life before rebuilding. Depending on brand and seasonally driving situations coil overs may need additional attention/care. Once you add camber plates the nvh goes up significantly.

Cost aside if I wanted a modest increase in performance and appearence while maintaining overall quality and ride I'd go with M4 LCA and swaybars. Most reliable and least intrusive mods but sways+install is $$.

If it was used as an aggressive street/AUTOX or occasional tracked car then going the extra distance to coil overs, camber plates, bushings, and chassis stiffening plus LSD would be the best alternative.

gasspasser · 04-10-2016, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by alexc93

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Originally Posted by Anthony235

From what I've read on the forum here is that you can code out the error light when you go to a full coilover that doesn't have the provisions for the adaptive suspension. That's my long term plan.

Yep you absolutely can. If i ever go to a coilover that would be my plan also, however a lot of forum members want to retain the EDC functionality.

You can keep EDC with KW DDC Plug and Play Coilovers. Love mine!

Anthony235 · 04-11-2016, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gasspasser

You can keep EDC with KW DDC Plug and Play Coilovers. Love mine!

I need those wheels in my life

Evasive is legit too. Use them for corner balance and alignment on my cars

gasspasser · 04-11-2016, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Anthony235

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Originally Posted by gasspasser

You can keep EDC with KW DDC Plug and Play Coilovers. Love mine!

I need those wheels in my life

Evasive is legit too. Use them for corner balance and alignment on my cars

They definitely do it right the first time!

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jaboyd Private First Class 39 Rep 127 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i black/black Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: TN iTrader: (0)	If OP is only interested in looks/costs the spring route we be easiest and least expensive. IMO, one buys coil overs for their adjustability and potential handling improvements...and one buys springs for looks and slight handling gains within an acceptable ride stiffness increase. Modest spring rate/drop changes will aid handling (roll) with minimal impact on strut life with virtually no maintenance. Coil overs can provide more drop and are adjustable but you'll need camber plates to offset camber loss and they will have a finite life before rebuilding. Depending on brand and seasonally driving situations coil overs may need additional attention/care. Once you add camber plates the nvh goes up significantly. Cost aside if I wanted a modest increase in performance and appearence while maintaining overall quality and ride I'd go with M4 LCA and swaybars. Most reliable and least intrusive mods but sways+install is $$. If it was used as an aggressive street/AUTOX or occasional tracked car then going the extra distance to coil overs, camber plates, bushings, and chassis stiffening plus LSD would be the best alternative.
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