Ohlins R/T coilovers W/12KG swift springs install pics.

robc1976 · 10-08-2013, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ashmostro

Money can't buy brains!

Hey!

robc1976 · 10-08-2013, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by miringrains

With the amount of money you spent on suspension upgrades you should be able to cut the wheel at 60mph and turn in that direction lmao

Agreed!

ashmostro · 10-08-2013, 10:37 PM

Lol. Wasn't directed at you or anyone on this thread

robc1976 · 10-08-2013, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by ashmostro

Lol. Wasn't directed at you or anyone on this thread

ROFLMAO!

robc1976 · 10-21-2013, 06:29 PM

I highly suggest using these Powerflex bottom/ top mounts for rear shocks.

HP Autosport · 10-23-2013, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

I highly suggest using these Powerflex bottom/ top mounts for rear shocks.

These can make the rear dampers react more quickly, but can also add a bit of NVH. All in a good way!

robc1976 · 10-23-2013, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

These can make the rear dampers react more quickly, but can also add a bit of NVH. All in a good way!

I out these in eat but took a lot of strength...I compressed the shock by hand...not easy with ohlins....with BC I compressed them easily lol!

HP Autosport · 10-23-2013, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

I out these in eat but took a lot of strength...I compressed the shock by hand...not easy with ohlins....with BC I compressed them easily lol!

Ohlins are monotube high pressure with a 60 lb/in minimum internal pressure so it could take all your body weight just to compress one damper, especially in the confined space you are working in.

robc1976 · 10-23-2013, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

Ohlins are monotube high pressure with a 60 lb/in minimum internal pressure so it could take all your body weight just to compress one damper, especially in the confined space you are working in.

it took all of my strength because of no leverage

tmntmn · 04-18-2014, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

Decided to pull the trigger on a set of Ohlins R/T with 12Kg Swift springs, best thing I ever did! Car handles like a dream, exspeacially noticable when turning hard right, to hard left the cars just responds beautifully! I have my dampers a bit softer than most 10-11 clicks from softest. This kit is just quality beyond words. The only slight issure I had was the damper was at softest setting, I took the adjuster off the top and the allen insert came out with adjuster and I lost it for a hour, just be sure to check when taking off adjuster.

Here is the Kit (I also got new tophats and endlinks from HP Autosport):

I made a big mistake of putting the seal where the spring meets the adjuster (other coilovers I had did this) and had to take the rear springs back out to fix it LOL!!

Got all new hardware:

Install pics:

Brake dust shields got on my nerves so they are gone:

How the car sits (I adjusted it high so it had room to settle).

Do you know what size is the top hat nut is? and if its the same as e92 m3 by any chance.

Gonna ghetto rig my took like yours!

robc1976 · 04-18-2014, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by tmntmn

Do you know what size is the top hat nut is? and if its the same as e92 m3 by any chance.

Gonna ghetto rig my took like yours!

top hat nut us 22MM

lito · 04-19-2014, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

I highly suggest using these Powerflex bottom/ top mounts for rear shocks.

what size 10mm or 12mm?

http://powerflexusa.com/bmwe90e91e92...-pfr5-416.aspx

oregondonor · 04-19-2014, 10:56 PM

Nice job and beautiful suspension. I will be heading this direction in the future but today I just installed ST coilovers to get me by.

HP Autosport · 04-20-2014, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by lito

what size 10mm or 12mm?

http://powerflexusa.com/bmwe90e91e92...-pfr5-416.aspx

10mm

almcbs · 09-23-2015, 09:24 AM

Hey rob, I know this is a old thread but I was wondering how these have been holding up? Im looking to ditch these shitty BC's and go with either these or some AST coilovers. What spring rate did you get for the front also?

HP Autosport · 09-23-2015, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by almcbs

Hey rob, I know this is a old thread but I was wondering how these have been holding up? Im looking to ditch these shitty BC's and go with either these or some AST coilovers. What spring rate did you get for the front also?

I believe his front rate is OE Ohlins R&T, which is about 336 lb/in.

AST is probably not a good choice at this time as there is very little support here in the US for warranty and service.

Let us know if you have further questions.

robc1976 · 09-23-2015, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by almcbs

Hey rob, I know this is a old thread but I was wondering how these have been holding up? Im looking to ditch these shitty BC's and go with either these or some AST coilovers. What spring rate did you get for the front also?

I got rid of them pretty quickly actually, they rust badly...I went with KW CLUBSPORTS, love them

almcbs · 09-23-2015, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by HP Autosport

I believe his front rate is OE Ohlins R&T, which is about 336 lb/in.

AST is probably not a good choice at this time as there is very little support here in the US for warranty and service.

Let us know if you have further questions.

Good point, I didn't even think of that

Camman · 09-24-2015, 10:27 AM

Were the BC's that bad or are the Ohlins just that good?

I'm looking to get BC's because I don't have the money to spend on real quality coilovers and I'm not that concerned sacrificing ride quality as long as it's not bouncing like a honda. I just want the added damper adjustability that you don't get with other entry coilovers like ST or KW V1

HP Autosport · 09-24-2015, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by robc1976

I got rid of them pretty quickly actually, they rust badly...I went with KW CLUBSPORTS, love them

BC rusted badly I take it?

robc1976 · 09-24-2015, 06:30 PM

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BC rusted badly I take it?

ohlins did, my buddy has them and they rusted badly and he never even drives in the snow or rain. They ride a bit better than BC but not 2X the price better lol!

robc1976 · 09-24-2015, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Camman

Were the BC's that bad or are the Ohlins just that good?

I'm looking to get BC's because I don't have the money to spend on real quality coilovers and I'm not that concerned sacrificing ride quality as long as it's not bouncing like a honda. I just want the added damper adjustability that you don't get with other entry coilovers like ST or KW V1

BC are a bit bouncy but you do get camber plates, and adjustability.

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