G05 BBM lowering links, full install + pics + measurements

r33_RGSport · 08-24-2020, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninefourteener

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Originally Posted by Dr. Jekyll

I sure as heck wish someone told me to disconnect the electrical sensors before replacing! I didn't and my suspension maxed out on high until it reset about 20 mins later. It was pretty wild. I drove it a bit like a 2 wheeler and nothing but after parking it for awhile and coming back to it I was okay. Good tips here for sure, too bad I couldn't read German and after google translating the instructions I still saw no mention. Good looking out bud.

I bought my BBM drop links from someone else. They weren't "used", but they didn't come with any instructions at all. I actually obtained a copy of RGSport's instructions, reviewed, analyzed, etc.... and then incorporated some changes.

Thank you for the credit.

bforbrian · 09-01-2020, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Ninefourteener

Step 2..... remove links.

Adjust new links 3mm longer for a 1/2 inch FRONT drop.

Install new front links.

Drive about 150 yards so the suspension adjusts itself.

Do you have to drive a little immediately after installing the front links, or can you just install all four corners then drive for auto-leveling?

Ninefourteener · 09-01-2020, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by bforbrian

Do you have to drive a little immediately after installing the front links, or can you just install all four corners then drive for auto-leveling?

No, you can do all 4 corners at a time. I was more focused on "get the front done first, then focus on the rear".... but it isn't necessary to do it that way.

It is necessary, to make sure that the electrical connections are disconnected while doing any changes, adjustments, etc. Don't plug the connectors back in until the links are set.

If they need to be adjusted, disconnect before making any adjustments.

Masterplan · 09-03-2020, 05:37 AM

Anyone done this with spacers on stock 22"s?

Ninefourteener · 09-03-2020, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

Anyone done this with spacers on stock 22"s?

Won't be a problem. My new wheels don't have spacers, but the offset is equivalent to running stock 21s or 22s..... with a 35mm and 40mm spacer.

Which...... no one should do btw... lol

I was running 15 and 20mm spacers on my 21s, and even with my new 22s, no rubbing over bumps, full-back turn... nada.

My drop however, is moderate. I may go a few mm lower, but I'm getting a feel for the new wheels & tires first.

Masterplan · 09-05-2020, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninefourteener

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

Anyone done this with spacers on stock 22"s?

Won't be a problem. My new wheels don't have spacers, but the offset is equivalent to running stock 21s or 22s..... with a 35mm and 40mm spacer.

Which...... no one should do btw... lol

I was running 15 and 20mm spacers on my 21s, and even with my new 22s, no rubbing over bumps, full-back turn... nada.

My drop however, is moderate. I may go a few mm lower, but I'm getting a feel for the new wheels & tires first.

That looks awesome. Congratulations.

Are there any differences between the BBM and RGSport links?

Reading this thread it looks like configuration is specific to link set?

Ninefourteener · 09-06-2020, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

That looks awesome. Congratulations.

Are there any differences between the BBM and RGSport links?

Reading this thread it looks like configuration is specific to link set?

Differences? Not really. I suppose they look a bit different, but they accomplish the exact same thing. I believe RGSports links are more "metal" while BBM links are more "plastic".... but they don't provide any "structural" support... so I don't suspect it really matters either way.

My measurements, were based on the overall length of the links themselves, whereas 4GSport's directions apply to only their specific product.

My measurements, will work on any aftermarket droplink set.

However, I would recommend RGSport's links more than the BBM.... if for no other reason than their quality instructions. BBM instructions are in German, and they have no customer support whatsoever.

Gtz1wickedest · 09-07-2020, 04:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

Anyone done this with spacers on stock 22"s?

Yes I'm running 15/25 with lowering links no problem purchased both from r33_RGSport

Mr.Pringle · 01-26-2021, 01:45 PM

Awesome info thanks a lot for this!

heeblet · 01-27-2021, 09:14 PM

Pardon me if I sound like an idiot.. What does this mean exactly in other terms?

** IMPORTANT: Recommended to code the car's default start at "Eco Individual", "Comfort Individual", or "Sport Individual" where you can set the suspension to start at Sport, otherwise you will go too low when you go into Sport mode with the link adjusted too low at Comfort mode.

Is this just for installation or for long term?

From RG Sport website.

Ninefourteener · 01-28-2021, 03:16 AM

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Originally Posted by heeblet

Pardon me if I sound like an idiot.. What does this mean exactly in other terms?

** IMPORTANT: Recommended to code the car's default start at "Eco Individual", "Comfort Individual", or "Sport Individual" where you can set the suspension to start at Sport, otherwise you will go too low when you go into Sport mode with the link adjusted too low at Comfort mode.

Is this just for installation or for long term?

From RG Sport website.

I'm not sure what all that means, but it does not sound correct.

When you install droplinks, your car will be X amount lower in EVERY setting. You can set it to be a few mm lower, or you can set it to be 2 inches lower.... and everything inbetween.

Whatever you choose (let's say you go exactly 1 inch lower).... then all 5 settings will be exactly 1 inch lower.

It doesn't really matter if you code your car to start in Sport, or just maintain the factory Comfort setting. All 5 settings will be 1 inch lower.

If the setting is too low.... and your suspension bottoms out (you'll know, trust me. The car will ride horribly).... then you can just raise them up a bit. NBD.

I "think" what RG is saying, is that if you "dump" the suspension so that it rides very low in Comfort mode.... then if you ever drop it into Sport, it will bottom out the suspension.

Just make sure that the "lowest" you want to go... is set in sport mode... so your car won't go lower than expected.

r33_RGSport · 01-28-2021, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by heeblet

Pardon me if I sound like an idiot.. What does this mean exactly in other terms?

** IMPORTANT: Recommended to code the car's default start at "Eco Individual", "Comfort Individual", or "Sport Individual" where you can set the suspension to start at Sport, otherwise you will go too low when you go into Sport mode with the link adjusted too low at Comfort mode.

Is this just for installation or for long term?

From RG Sport website.

I tried to make that notation as short as possible.

But, the long version is this.

Whenever you put your car into Sport driving mode, it will lower about 0.75" than Comfort.

So, if you use the lowering link to lower 1.5" under comfort driving mode, when you switch to sport driving mode, it will go to 2.25" drop.
Which at that amount, you will rub and may lock up the rear tire and cause damage or even accident.

What I noticed with my 2021, Comfort mode remembers last driving height. It didn't reset to middle.
Only if I switched driving mode, that's when it will reset to middle.

bimmerwerks · 02-04-2021, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

I tried to make that notation as short as possible.

But, the long version is this.

Whenever you put your car into Sport driving mode, it will lower about 0.75" than Comfort.

So, if you use the lowering link to lower 1.5" under comfort driving mode, when you switch to sport driving mode, it will go to 2.25" drop.
Which at that amount, you will rub and may lock up the rear tire and cause damage or even accident.

What I noticed with my 2021, Comfort mode remembers last driving height. It didn't reset to middle.
Only if I switched driving mode, that's when it will reset to middle.

hey quick question. how is your lowering link with road salt?

I trying to order but want to see if it gets rust due to road salt or not.

Thanks.

r33_RGSport · 02-04-2021, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by bimmerwerks

hey quick question. how is your lowering link with road salt?

I trying to order but want to see if it gets rust due to road salt or not.

Thanks.

It has zinc coating on it.
If you want to be safer, once you are set on the height, you can spray them with paint or plasti-dip to create some more coating on it.

bimmerwerks · 02-05-2021, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

It has zinc coating on it.
If you want to be safer, once you are set on the height, you can spray them with paint or plasti-dip to create some more coating on it.

cool im just going to order it today

Mr.Pringle · 02-07-2021, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Gtz1wickedest

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Originally Posted by Masterplan

Anyone done this with spacers on stock 22"s?

Yes I'm running 15/25 with lowering links no problem purchased both from r33_RGSport

How do the rears look with 25mm have you go any more shots? From this pic it looks awesome! Just wondering wether to go 20's or 25's on the rear!

Ninefourteener · 02-09-2021, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr.Pringle

How do the rears look with 25mm have you go any more shots? From this pic it looks awesome! Just wondering wether to go 20's or 25's on the rear!

I ran 15 and 20mm spacers on my stock 21s, and it was fine.

My 22s are considerably wider and more aggressive, and are the "equivalent" of running 35mm and 40mm spacers.

PLEASE do not attempt to actually run 35 and 40mm spacers - LOL

In both cases... I like the look.

Olekiller · 02-09-2021, 03:38 PM

Hey I ordered lowering links at a shop called eumd that did my powder coating for my wheels. Anyways they are charging me $300 for installation saying they have to program the car after installing. Like I know that's not correct and needs no programming. But I just want to confirm from you

Dr. Jekyll · 02-09-2021, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Olekiller

Hey I ordered lowering links at a shop called eumd that did my powder coating for my wheels. Anyways they are charging me $300 for installation saying they have to program the car after installing. Like I know that's not correct and needs no programming. But I just want to confirm from you

Oh hell no! The installation takes all of 30 mins. and requires zero programming.

Ninefourteener · 02-10-2021, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Olekiller

Hey I ordered lowering links at a shop called eumd that did my powder coating for my wheels. Anyways they are charging me $300 for installation saying they have to program the car after installing. Like I know that's not correct and needs no programming. But I just want to confirm from you

Installation of the tires back on to the wheels?? Because that at least I can understand, because it requires mounting balancing, etc. $300 is quite expensive for mounting and balancing. I usually pay $80-$100.

For "Installing the wheels on to the car, and coding"??? No... that is BS.

The car will automatically recognize the TPM sensors. You don't need to code anything.

R3v1v3 · 03-28-2021, 12:13 AM

Does anyone have any know of an easy way to pop out the original links? I tried it with the heat gun, and also the "socket trick" but none of them worked and I ended up breaking the ball socket piece that connects the link to the car. Please help, as I'm almost tempted to not go through with it anymore. Thanks in advance!

Dr. Jekyll · 03-28-2021, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by R3v1v3

Does anyone have any know of an easy way to pop out the original links? I tried it with the heat gun, and also the "socket trick" but none of them worked and I ended up breaking the ball socket piece that connects the link to the car. Please help, as I'm almost tempted to not go through with it anymore. Thanks in advance!

Really shouldn’t be that hard. I was able to simply pry / pop them right off with no issue at all.

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