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      08-09-2023, 12:09 PM   #617
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I think bagging the truck would allow that full versatility to have it go to your stock ride height then lower when desired on the fly. But I understand that the average forum goers wouldn't want to spend the money to ride on air or want that equipment in the vehicle.
I will admit that Bags are getting better and better for handling and performance applications. However, I do not think there is a Kit for the F95/F96. But I have not done any research on this so correct me if I am wrong. I do not know enough to make my own kit. Plus coding would need to be done to the DME I think as well not to create a chassis electrical nightmare.
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      09-02-2023, 09:55 AM   #618
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Has anyone installed these on the LCI X5MC yet?

I've heard the LCI comfort setting is much better and curious how these coilovers effect it. Reading reviews on the pre LCI and seeing how it improved, I'd assume it would do the same for the LCI.
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Has anyone installed these on the LCI X5MC yet?

I've heard the LCI comfort setting is much better and curious how these coilovers effect it. Reading reviews on the pre LCI and seeing how it improved, I'd assume it would do the same for the LCI.
Yes, I did.
Unfortunately, no pictures since the car was halfway getting wrapped.
So missing fender flare, diffuser, etc.

It still gives you a comfortable ride. Does not reduce the ride quality.
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Yes, I did.
Unfortunately, no pictures since the car was halfway getting wrapped.
So missing fender flare, diffuser, etc.

It still gives you a comfortable ride. Does not reduce the ride quality.
Can you throw a fresh link on where to buy these please?
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Can you throw a fresh link on where to buy these please?
Here it is.

https://www.rgsportshop.com/index.ph...roduct_id=1459
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      11-21-2023, 11:51 AM   #622
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Looking to swap factory springs on a 2024 X5 M Competition for the MSS urban spring kit. Can anyone please advise if this brand/kit is any good? What will be your score? Does it really improve ride comfort? The X5 M Comp suspension is unbereable as it comes from the factory. Way too harsh / excessively. Have had 3 teack suspension vehicles and none was at this harshness level. Please share your thoughts/reviews and let me know if the cost of this is worth it? Looking at $3K overall cost ($1.4K MSS kit, $1K labor, $350 Alignment, + TAX). Please share your thoughts if this is a good move at all. Will hate if I spend this much money and the result is vague/minimum…
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Looking to swap factory springs on a 2024 X5 M Competition for the MSS urban spring kit. Can anyone please advise if this brand/kit is any good? What will be your score? Does it really improve ride comfort? The X5 M Comp suspension is unbereable as it comes from the factory. Way too harsh, excessive stiffness / non-comfort in my opinion. Please dhare your thoughts/reviews and let me know if the cost of this is worth it? Looking at $3K overall bill ($1.4K MSS kit, $1K labor, $350 Alignment, + TAX). Please please share your thoughts if this is a good love at all. Will hate if I spend this much money and the result is vague/minimum…
the lowering springs wont be less harsh then stock. you will need new tires every 10K miles because you'll never get the vehicle to align perfectly so your inner section of all four tires will be worn almost bald all within 10k miles. I have the MSS springs and I like vehicles that ride firm, planted etc... From what you described in your comment above I would pass on adding them and would look into a Buick for that soft ride.
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Looking to swap factory springs on a 2024 X5 M Competition for the MSS urban spring kit. Can anyone please advise if this brand/kit is any good? What will be your score? Does it really improve ride comfort? The X5 M Comp suspension is unbereable as it comes from the factory. Way too harsh, excessive stiffness / non-comfort in my opinion. Please dhare your thoughts/reviews and let me know if the cost of this is worth it? Looking at $3K overall bill ($1.4K MSS kit, $1K labor, $350 Alignment, + TAX). Please please share your thoughts if this is a good love at all. Will hate if I spend this much money and the result is vague/minimum…
Did you do any research before buying an "M" car? Or was it that I has money and I am going to get the most expensive SUV I can afford?

All the "M" cars I've owned are tuned to handle and thus have a stiffer suspension setup/geometry. It's what makes them "M" cars. Just saying...
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Have a full thread of explanation on what happened to me. Of course I did my research and test drove it aswell. This is my 4th BMW, so I know what I’m talking about here.

Posting the comment of “the money thing and just wanting the more expensive car” is lame on your end. People come to this forums to find solutions to complex tech issues/challenges so you can determine an action plan. Your answer just shows how quick to judgment, lack of common sense and biased you are. Feel sorry for you PacShakur
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the lowering springs wont be less harsh then stock. you will need new tires every 10K miles because you'll never get the vehicle to align perfectly so your inner section of all four tires will be worn almost bald all within 10k miles. I have the MSS springs and I like vehicles that ride firm, planted etc... From what you described in your comment above I would pass on adding them and would look into a Buick for that soft ride.
I went ahead and pulled the trigger on some + upper a arms from BMW.

I have had them installed for a couple weeks. Car rides, handles and feels great so far. My alignment was near perfect with this setup. "Regular" an arms will leave you with a little negative camber and the m arms will leave the negative 2 degrees of camber. Just FWIW
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I went ahead and pulled the trigger on some + upper a arms from BMW.

I have had them installed for a couple weeks. Car rides, handles and feels great so far. My alignment was near perfect with this setup. "Regular" an arms will leave you with a little negative camber and the m arms will leave the negative 2 degrees of camber. Just FWIW
Glad my research helped you in longer lasting tire wear.
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Well, I was going to get Dinan springs and bump stops but I don't want to be that low. I came to the conclusion that if I wanted it maxed out low, I would have bought another car. That being said, I plan to drop it about 3/4" to 1" with MSS.

Will it go back to stock alignment with the drop I'm wanting vs the full drop like most are doing and replacing the arms?
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Well, I was going to get Dinan springs and bump stops but I don't want to be that low. I came to the conclusion that if I wanted it maxed out low, I would have bought another car. That being said, I plan to drop it about 3/4" to 1" with MSS.

Will it go back to stock alignment with the drop I'm wanting vs the full drop like most are doing and replacing the arms?
The rear have no problem in going back to stock.
The front, may need UCA. But, not 100% sure since I never done 3/4” or 1” drop.
All my customers with MSS and KW HAS wants full drop. And both need UCA if you want to get the front tires to last longer.
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I went ahead and pulled the trigger on some + upper a arms from BMW.

I have had them installed for a couple weeks. Car rides, handles and feels great so far. My alignment was near perfect with this setup. "Regular" an arms will leave you with a little negative camber and the m arms will leave the negative 2 degrees of camber. Just FWIW
Hi I recently purchased my G05 M50i and trying to do all research I can before buying MSS. Can you tell me how low yo went and what was the part# for the A arms you purchased to make the swap. Thanks!
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How involved is swapping the upper control arm on this car? The outer connection point is right there but not sure about the inner one. Right now i'm blowing through my front tires pretty much every summer at 5-600 each tire. Its just the inner edge that goes bold while the rest of the tire has plenty of meat left.
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How involved is swapping the upper control arm on this car? The outer connection point is right there but not sure about the inner one. Right now i'm blowing through my front tires pretty much every summer at 5-600 each tire. Its just the inner edge that goes bold while the rest of the tire has plenty of meat left.
Easiest when fender liner removed and suspension dropped.
The forward nuts need to be held with wrench, and easier with fender liner removed.
The rear nuts has its holder where it will stay in place.

Here is my XM’s alignment with G05 UCA at 1.75” drop.
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      02-15-2024, 12:49 AM   #633
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Hi i found this on bimmerworld

https://www.bimmerworld.com/Front-Ri...109504616.html

Anyone has info if it is gonna fix the camber issue?
i want mine lowered with very close to stock camber.

btw.I have an order for x6 m lci.First time i will own Bmw.Currently driving an RSQ8 which i am happy with but new x5/x6 m are so beautiful.As i am doing research for mods i saw the lowering tire wear issue,also the locked computer problem,saw a video on eu x5 m lci and the sound was terrible.Also have to order ceramic brakes.at least at the end it should be a very nice ride despite it will cost a fortune with all the mods i will do.
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We've collected the X5M Competition from MSS HQ today.

Here's a 50/50 photo and will be putting some miles on the vehicle inc using on track next month too see what it's like.

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Hello can you tell me your final drop front and back and what your spindle were set on. Thanks!
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Easiest when fender liner removed and suspension dropped.
The forward nuts need to be held with wrench, and easier with fender liner removed.
The rear nuts has its holder where it will stay in place.

Here is my XM’s alignment with G05 UCA at 1.75” drop.

What was the front camber reading before the UCA?
I am sure it wasn't -1.24 and -1.45 correct?
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What was the front camber reading before the UCA?
I am sure it wasn't -1.24 and -1.45 correct?
Yea, I think it was somewhere around -2.5°.
I’ll post it tomorrow, I have the reading at the office.
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