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      09-03-2015, 05:57 AM   #3
littlenell65
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Drives: 2005 BMW X3
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Detroit, MI

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Choosing rear coil springs

I purchased a 2005 X3 3.0. It has 2 issues, both seem common to this truck.

I am trying to tackle the easy one first: Replacement of the rear coil springs. I would like to buy a pair of springs that most closely duplicates the OEM ride without paying $175 a side for the part.

The price range seems to be any where from about $60 for the no name brand to $90 to $120 for the Suplex/Lesjofors. I read a lot about Chinese steel and German made . . .

I am wondering what he consensus is regarding these parts. Which parts are best to duplicate the OEM ride and easiest for the DIY guy?

On a related note what parts house is best for this BMW? For my domestic vehicles I have had great success with Parts Geek, they have the Lesjofors for 109.99 and the Suplex for 93.90 with free UPS ground.

Thanks in advance for your comments.
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