What springs should I get for my E46 Sedan

Xtiananything · 02-25-2013, 02:41 PM

Hello! I'm looking to lower my car but can't decide what springs to get. I have a 2001 E46 sedan sports package. I know the suspension on my car is a little lower than stock but i want it lowered a bit more. I don't want anything too low and I still want the comfort. I was speaking to a rep from mod bargains and he told me to go with either the H&R sport or eibach pro kit. Anyone have suggestions?

Importjunkie · 02-25-2013, 10:41 PM

H&R sport cup kit if you don't mind rake. Don't run springs on stock shocks. Coils if you want adjustability

Xtiananything · 02-25-2013, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Importjunkie

H&R sport cup kit if you don't mind rake. Don't run springs on stock shocks. Coils if you want adjustability

Thanks! Lowering my car cost more than i thought

k20z1 L · 02-26-2013, 10:26 AM

Definitely go with a kit. If you want the comfort, lowered springs will make it a rougher ride, especially with stock shocks. I have H&R race springs with stock shocks and the shocks are holding up just fine but the ride is noticeably rougher for sure..

Xtiananything · 02-28-2013, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by k20z1 L

Definitely go with a kit. If you want the comfort, lowered springs will make it a rougher ride, especially with stock shocks. I have H&R race springs with stock shocks and the shocks are holding up just fine but the ride is noticeably rougher for sure..

Any pictures of your car with the race springs?

E46Moonlight · 02-28-2013, 01:33 PM

Don't get H&R if you want comfort, I have it and the ride is stiff and hard. Go with Ebiach or if you really want a good and adjustable ride go with coilovers

Tater49 · 02-28-2013, 01:34 PM

I highly recommend the Eibach Pro-Kit. If you do decide to go with a shock and spring setup, I have the Koni FSD kit with the Eibach Pro-Kit. It's comfortable, sporty and ride at the perfect height IMO.

Xtiananything · 02-28-2013, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by E46Moonlight

Don't get H&R if you want comfort, I have it and the ride is stiff and hard. Go with Ebiach or if you really want a good and adjustable ride go with coilovers

I'd love coils but its not within my budget. I noticed on some threads, people have the eibach pro kit on there sport susp and end up wanting the h&r sport cause its slightly lower... is that true? And do any of you know anything about eibach sportline? I'm realy just looking to fill the gap between tire and fender but don't want my wheels to be tucked in.

Xtiananything · 02-28-2013, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Tater49

I highly recommend the Eibach Pro-Kit. If you do decide to go with a shock and spring setup, I have the Koni FSD kit with the Eibach Pro-Kit. It's comfortable, sporty and ride at the perfect height IMO.

are you going from stock height to prokit or stock sport to prokit? any wheel gap? Thanks!

Tater49 · 03-02-2013, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Xtiananything

are you going from stock height to prokit or stock sport to prokit? any wheel gap? Thanks!

I actually went from Koni Yellow Sport Shocks and Struts & Dinan Springs to my current setup. I am not too sure on ride height number but I'm sure it's on Eibach's website.

Kris@TSS · 03-04-2013, 03:42 PM

Here is a review thread http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=932527

The Street Edge coilovers can be a better alternative to lowering springs.

02-25-2013, 02:41 PM	#1
Xtiananything Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Burbank, Souther California Posts: 62 My Ride: '01 325i Sport View My Garage	What springs should I get for my E46 Sedan Hello! I'm looking to lower my car but can't decide what springs to get. I have a 2001 E46 sedan sports package. I know the suspension on my car is a little lower than stock but i want it lowered a bit more. I don't want anything too low and I still want the comfort. I was speaking to a rep from mod bargains and he told me to go with either the H&R sport or eibach pro kit. Anyone have suggestions?

02-26-2013, 10:26 AM	#4
k20z1 L Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: North Jersey Posts: 123 My Ride: 04 330ci View My Garage	Definitely go with a kit. If you want the comfort, lowered springs will make it a rougher ride, especially with stock shocks. I have H&R race springs with stock shocks and the shocks are holding up just fine but the ride is noticeably rougher for sure.. Last edited by k20z1 L; 02-26-2013 at 10:27 AM.

02-28-2013, 01:33 PM	#6
E46Moonlight Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Bronx, NY Posts: 2,383 My Ride: 2000 323i View My Garage	Don't get H&R if you want comfort, I have it and the ride is stiff and hard. Go with Ebiach or if you really want a good and adjustable ride go with coilovers __________________ DIY Tri-Stitch Shift & E-Brake Boot DIY Yellow High beam Reflector Bowls

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Tater49 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CT Posts: 746 My Ride: blkonblk 00' 328i View My Garage	I highly recommend the Eibach Pro-Kit. If you do decide to go with a shock and spring setup, I have the Koni FSD kit with the Eibach Pro-Kit. It's comfortable, sporty and ride at the perfect height IMO. __________________ 2000 328i 5 Spd Black on Black FS. JB Racing Lightweight Flywheel (Non-M 6 Speed ONLY) - $450 obo FS. Spec Stage 3 Clutch Kit (Non-M 6 Speed ONLY) - $400 obo Dinan - Remus - UUC - Koni - AC Schnitzer - VMR Wheels - Brembo - Bridgestone - Umnitza - Bimmer Evolution - Tischer BMW - WeissLicht - Alpine - Rockford Fosgate

03-04-2013, 03:42 PM	#11
Kris@TSS Sponsor Join Date: May 2012 Location: Fresno, California Posts: 362 My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i View My Garage	Here is a review thread http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=932527 The Street Edge coilovers can be a better alternative to lowering springs. __________________ Kristina "Kris" Ash General Manager The Suspension Source 1-888-230-1288 kristina@thesuspensionsource.com www.thesuspensionsource.com Like us on Facebook for 10% off

02-25-2013, 10:41 PM	#2
Importjunkie OEM ///Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 207 My Ride: 01 TiAg 325i View My Garage	H&R sport cup kit if you don't mind rake. Don't run springs on stock shocks. Coils if you want adjustability

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