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      10-30-2020, 09:24 AM   #67
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Springs worth it?
Absolutely. We all know how stiff the OE Competition suspension is. The MSS kit dialed everything in right where it should be. Comfort is comfortable for around town and Sport Plus is still firm enough to push it to its limits. Highly recommend.
In sport plus does it handle any better than stock?
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      10-30-2020, 09:25 AM   #68
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Looks good, but truthfully I think a little bigger wheels would fill it out better. Idk, they just look small to me. But I could be retarded.
We contemplated going with 22's but didn't want the harsh ride of 35 and 30 series tires. They definitely look the best but we have pretty crappy roads here in IL so it wasn't worth the trade off. I think the 21s turned out perfect. I've always preferred a little meatier setup though so could just be my opinion.
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In sport plus does it handle any better than stock?
It's hard to say if it's "better". I think the target market for this kit is people that want to lower the height AND want a softer ride than the Competition springs. I would say it handles just as good as OE but with a softer ride at times. Not like Cadillac soft though, it's still very stiff and firm. Just not jarring like the OE can be.

The lower center of gravity also helps to keep it planted. I don't think anyone pushing this car would be disappointed unless you strictly track it and want the absolute tightest suspension you can get. Then I'm sure there are better options
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It's so perfect! Love the concavity and spoke cut of the wheels. Fitment is aggressive and purposeful without looking over-sized or pokey. Sorry to go there but this looks 1000X better than the G80.

Great photos too
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      10-30-2020, 10:51 AM   #71
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It's so perfect! Love the concavity and spoke cut of the wheels. Fitment is aggressive and purposeful without looking over-sized or pokey. Sorry to go there but this looks 1000X better than the G80.

Great photos too
Thank you for the kind words! I agree 100%!
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Looks good, but truthfully I think a little bigger wheels would fill it out better. Idk, they just look small to me. But I could be retarded.
We contemplated going with 22's but didn't want the harsh ride of 35 and 30 series tires. They definitely look the best but we have pretty crappy roads here in IL so it wasn't worth the trade off. I think the 21s turned out perfect. I've always preferred a little meatier setup though so could just be my opinion.
I looked at the pics again and they look good. I think it was just initial impression. But I hear ya on the roads and ride quality. Beautiful Vic though!
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the words concave wheels don't carry the same weight as it once did in 2013 no more. These are pretty flat tbh. but it's a great build
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      10-30-2020, 01:14 PM   #74
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These are pretty flat tbh.
Uhhhh ok
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      10-30-2020, 01:18 PM   #75
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Uhhhh ok
The earth is flat, too.
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      10-30-2020, 01:26 PM   #76
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The earth is flat, too.
Not as flat as my wheels tho!
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      10-30-2020, 01:32 PM   #77
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Not as flat as my wheels tho!
Not anymore. The earth was pretty flat in 2013.
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      10-30-2020, 01:36 PM   #78
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Not anymore. The earth was pretty flat in 2013.
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Whoa. Looks proper, and much more aggressive at that height. Well done! Enjoy!
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Whoa. Looks proper, and much more aggressive at that height. Well done! Enjoy!
Thank you! It's crazy what a little ride height adjustment and wheels can do
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Sick!!!
Yep, totally sick. The photos are fantastic, and I know this must look way better in person. To me that's almost always the case especially with nice X3's and X5's.

What's next on the mod list? Are you going to do IND Donington Grey front reflectors?
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Pics came out great Brock. I'm the creep that was driving by and stopped to ask questions. Who installed your springs for you?
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Haha thanks man! Glad you were able to see the finished product.

A&L AutoBody in Palatine, IL did the spring install. They've done a bunch of work on my Audi S4 as well. Awesome group of guys that really know BMW's and unbeatable rates.
Great shop indeed. They've done so much work for me over a lifespan of 3 cars now. I do believe they third party the suspension work to Fall-Line Motorsports (what I was told).
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Yep, totally sick. The photos are fantastic, and I know this must look way better in person. To me that's almost always the case especially with nice X3's and X5's.

What's next on the mod list? Are you going to do IND Donington Grey front reflectors?
Thank you very much! Next on the list will probably be color match reflectors and I've been eyeing the M Performance flow thru rear spoiler. Maybe a set of extended paddle shifters too. Winter is coming fast here in IL so anything else will likely wait til spring. We'll see tho
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Great shop indeed. They've done so much work for me over a lifespan of 3 cars now. I do believe they third party the suspension work to Fall-Line Motorsports (what I was told).
Interesting. I'm not sure if that's the case when I went since I figured they would have mentioned that. I do know when I contacted Fall-Line about an install their quote was almost double of what A&L charged so
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Interesting. I'm not sure if that's the case when I went since I figured they would have mentioned that. I do know when I contacted Fall-Line about an install their quote was almost double of what A&L charged so
Hmm yeah I'm confused now as well. Can't remember who exactly told me that, but I was surprised when I heard it. Fairly positive it was from one of the guys.
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That is the perfect look. I want that same look/offset/tire profile on my G01. Where did you get those mud flaps? They look perfect.
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