Reviews for xi coilovers

Chrisred · 07-01-2011, 05:25 PM

Either getting the kw v1 or h&r coilover for xi. The h&r has a lower drop in front from what I read (2.5in vs 1.8in). I just wanna make sure they close up that front rake/gap the xi's have. H&R seems to be enough of a drop but what about kw?? How u guys like them ??? Any reviews??

shonuff · 07-01-2011, 05:35 PM

KW v1 drop: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=205

BigBambu · 07-01-2011, 05:54 PM

KW since you live in Montreal and will benefit from the stainless steel body. Don't wanna have to worry about coping with the elements. I just picked up a set from a forum vendor for the same reasons you did; eliminate front rake and needed something good in snow/salt season.

shonuff · 07-01-2011, 06:25 PM

v1 - stainless steel front only.
v3 - stainless steel front AND rear.

SS e93 · 07-01-2011, 11:22 PM

I thought the corrosion problem was solved by spaying some all weather stuff onto it.

Wonka · 07-02-2011, 06:01 AM

The KW V3 isn't in your comparison but the pics in my sig will give you a point of reference.

AllydNYC · 07-02-2011, 04:24 PM

I have H&R coilovers and the performance is great. I'm not worried about corrosion... I live in a desert (which isn't a bad thing). But since you live in Canada, go with KW's. I don't know how much I would trust a spray to avoid corrosion over a long time.

Fozzy · 07-04-2011, 11:13 AM

Hey, that's my link above

After raising the coils a 1/2 inch just 2 days after that pic was taken, due to scraping in my poorly designed underground (nice to have this flexibility), I still can't say enough good things about the increased handling and looks.

I was skeptical about spending $1700 or so but well worth it. It really is a must have if you enjoy on ramps.

Drakos · 07-10-2011, 03:16 AM

I have the KWV1's and I can honestly say that I'm still really happy with them. They held up through one of our worst conditions this past winter. The ride quality is so close to stock that I often forget I have coilovers installed. Here is a pic of my setup. With before and after.

Before:

After:

ilumo · 10-31-2011, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Drakos

I have the KWV1's and I can honestly say that I'm still really happy with them. They held up through one of our worst conditions this past winter. The ride quality is so close to stock that I often forget I have coilovers installed. Here is a pic of my setup. With before and after.

Before:

After:

Drakos,

can you share the list of support mods that you needed besides the KW V1 kit? like camber kit, any accessories, etc?

Also, how easy is it to adjust the height on the unit? did you try out the H&R coilovers before getting the KW? thx.

Kevin@AKMotorwerk · 10-31-2011, 01:06 PM

i don't think you will be happy trying to adjust the h & r's after being installed for a winter, they use steel threaded adjusting collars in the rear, and the threaded section hangs down below the lower control arm, so they will be in direct line of fire for snow, salt, ect. i'd go with kw's, they use aluminum adjusters for the rear, and they are above the spring, instead of below like the h & r

Slops · 10-31-2011, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin@AKMotorwerk

i don't think you will be happy trying to adjust the h & r's after being installed for a winter, they use steel threaded adjusting collars in the rear, and the threaded section hangs down below the lower control arm, so they will be in direct line of fire for snow, salt, ect. i'd go with kw's, they use aluminum adjusters for the rear, and they are above the spring, instead of below like the h & r

good point kev!

aznevoviii · 10-31-2011, 07:17 PM

I bought h&r coils because it has lower drop in front. if both have same drop, I would probably went with kw coils

e85sbm · 11-25-2011, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Drakos

I have the KWV1's and I can honestly say that I'm still really happy with them. They held up through one of our worst conditions this past winter. The ride quality is so close to stock that I often forget I have coilovers installed. Here is a pic of my setup. With before and after.

Before:

After:

I love the look of it. I would also appreciate the opportunity to take a ride, or speak with you to find out the differences with the KW V1's. Looks like you are in Alberta??

Ctm309 · 11-26-2011, 09:56 AM

Before and after, 335ix with H&R coilovers, modest drop. 18" wheels on both, 235 - 265 non-RFT on drop. The ride is great and a big difference in handling. Great value.

zipstic · 11-26-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Ctm309

Before and after, 335ix with H&R coilovers, modest drop. 18" wheels on both, 235 - 265 non-RFT on drop. The ride is great and a big difference in handling. Great value.

Looks great!

07-01-2011, 05:25 PM	#1
Chrisred Captain 63 Rep 788 Posts Drives: BMW 335xi coupe Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Montreal, Canada iTrader: (0)	Reviews for xi coilovers Either getting the kw v1 or h&r coilover for xi. The h&r has a lower drop in front from what I read (2.5in vs 1.8in). I just wanna make sure they close up that front rake/gap the xi's have. H&R seems to be enough of a drop but what about kw?? How u guys like them ??? Any reviews?? __________________ JB4 Trebila tuned cp-e IC AMS exhaust BMS DCI AR DP's METH RB TURBO 19" VMR VB3 Stoptech BBK TC KLINE VORSHLAG SPEC STG 3 OSS design Last edited by Chrisred; 07-01-2011 at 05:30 PM..
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07-01-2011, 05:35 PM	#2
shonuff Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 225 Posts Drives: E92 335xi Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thornhill iTrader: (7) Garage List 2008 BMW 335xi [10.00]	KW v1 drop: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=205 __________________ e92 335xi Black Sapphire Metallic - Saddle Brown \| JB4 \| WW Meth \| BMS DCI \| Eisenmann Race Quad \| AR Catless DPs \| KW v1 \| LUX v3 \| Aero Lip \| Painted Reflectors \| Matte Black Grill \| OEM 230s \| CF CSL Trunk \|
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07-01-2011, 05:54 PM	#3
BigBambu Private 2 Rep 93 Posts Drives: E90 335xi Join Date: May 2011 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	KW since you live in Montreal and will benefit from the stainless steel body. Don't wanna have to worry about coping with the elements. I just picked up a set from a forum vendor for the same reasons you did; eliminate front rake and needed something good in snow/salt season. Last edited by BigBambu; 07-01-2011 at 06:00 PM..
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07-01-2011, 06:25 PM	#4
shonuff Second Lieutenant 16 Rep 225 Posts Drives: E92 335xi Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thornhill iTrader: (7) Garage List 2008 BMW 335xi [10.00]	v1 - stainless steel front only. v3 - stainless steel front AND rear. __________________ e92 335xi Black Sapphire Metallic - Saddle Brown \| JB4 \| WW Meth \| BMS DCI \| Eisenmann Race Quad \| AR Catless DPs \| KW v1 \| LUX v3 \| Aero Lip \| Painted Reflectors \| Matte Black Grill \| OEM 230s \| CF CSL Trunk \|
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07-01-2011, 11:22 PM	#5
SS e93 Captain 27 Rep 850 Posts Drives: e93 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: new york iTrader: (2)	I thought the corrosion problem was solved by spaying some all weather stuff onto it.
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07-02-2011, 06:01 AM	#6
Wonka Racer 5 48 Rep 823 Posts Drives: '09 E92 335i xDrive M Sport Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: MD iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 (7/21/09 build ... [8.16]	The KW V3 isn't in your comparison but the pics in my sig will give you a point of reference. __________________ Hunt Valley Horsepower Photo Timeline - August '09 to August '13
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07-02-2011, 04:24 PM	#7
AllydNYC Loading... 342 Rep 2,187 Posts Drives: 91' E30 318is Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Location iTrader: (15) Garage List 1991 BMW 318is [0.00]	I have H&R coilovers and the performance is great. I'm not worried about corrosion... I live in a desert (which isn't a bad thing). But since you live in Canada, go with KW's. I don't know how much I would trust a spray to avoid corrosion over a long time.
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07-04-2011, 11:13 AM	#8
Fozzy Waaka Waaka 41 Rep 486 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 xdrive & 2015 F15 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Downtown Toronto iTrader: (3)	Hey, that's my link above After raising the coils a 1/2 inch just 2 days after that pic was taken, due to scraping in my poorly designed underground (nice to have this flexibility), I still can't say enough good things about the increased handling and looks. I was skeptical about spending $1700 or so but well worth it. It really is a must have if you enjoy on ramps.
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07-10-2011, 03:16 AM	#9
Drakos Lieutenant 64 Rep 534 Posts Drives: 2022 G42 M240i Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (1)	I have the KWV1's and I can honestly say that I'm still really happy with them. They held up through one of our worst conditions this past winter. The ride quality is so close to stock that I often forget I have coilovers installed. Here is a pic of my setup. With before and after. Before: After:
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10-31-2011, 01:06 PM	#11
Kevin@AKMotorwerk General 290 Rep 28,154 Posts Drives: THE GUY YOU LOVE TO HATE Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: hillsborough, nj iTrader: (1)	i don't think you will be happy trying to adjust the h & r's after being installed for a winter, they use steel threaded adjusting collars in the rear, and the threaded section hangs down below the lower control arm, so they will be in direct line of fire for snow, salt, ect. i'd go with kw's, they use aluminum adjusters for the rear, and they are above the spring, instead of below like the h & r
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10-31-2011, 07:17 PM	#13
aznevoviii Bimmer n00b 66 Rep 649 Posts Drives: none Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Maryland iTrader: (3)	I bought h&r coils because it has lower drop in front. if both have same drop, I would probably went with kw coils Attached Images
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11-26-2011, 09:56 AM	#15
Ctm309 First Lieutenant 15 Rep 361 Posts Drives: '09 M3 AW Carbon roof DCT '11 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Norwalk, Ct./Port Washington, N.Y. iTrader: (7)	Just to add another look.. Before and after, 335ix with H&R coilovers, modest drop. 18" wheels on both, 235 - 265 non-RFT on drop. The ride is great and a big difference in handling. Great value. Attached Images __________________ 2009 M3 Alpine, carbon roof, Akra slip on. 2011 335ix, Le mans Blue, Black Dakota, M-sport, PE Exhaust, VMR VB3's, ZCP 359m's, JB Stage-2, H&R Coilovers. Last edited by Ctm309; 11-26-2011 at 10:01 AM..
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