Passing a good deal / experiance (H&R Sway bars)

Jayphil · 10-28-2016, 03:49 PM

see my last post for update 2017-03-27
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Hello guys,

I just wanted to share in case some of you would be interested. Currently in term of sway bars we have the choice of M5 / 550d combo or H&R.

Some are going towards the OEM combo because of the cost vs more expensive H&R but have to live with the M5 front swaybar odd angle. Good news for you, Tunershop (which I am not affiliated at all) got the H&R bars (Front and Rear Combo) for only 392$ so less expensinve compared to the OEM combo....

Yes 392$ for the front and the rears! I ordered mine Tuesday and got them Friday the same week shipped directly from H&R Germany.

http://www.tunershop.com/H_R_Sway_Ba...086489_h4.html

Alexander from Tunershop was very helpful and replied to all my questions without a few hours.

I have not installed yet since I will wait until my next oil change due in a few thousand miles. I will post a product review once they are on the car.

Graffix · 10-28-2016, 04:22 PM

Thanks for passing this along.

TheBlackGT · 10-28-2016, 08:05 PM

What is the thickness of the bars? I wonder if they fit on the F07. I heard the GT has thicker rear bars than the F10 (14mm v. 18mm), but haven't heard anything about cross-compatibility. Hmmm.

Takumi587 · 10-29-2016, 02:42 AM

This is a deal. Does it comes with screws and everything or do I need to order anything else with the sway bars? On H&R website it says these should be about $400 each!

Jayphil · 10-29-2016, 06:33 AM

Those are 30mm Front and 20mm Rear. In the kit there is 2 bars and 4 bushings which is to be installed using OEM brackets so nothing more should be needed.

For the 5GT question from the reading I have made it probably do not fit since the rear GT bar do not fit sedan...

I do not understand why they are so low when MSRP of the kit is 799USD$, my thinking was they made a mistake in pricing so I kept the deal for my self until I go my bars! So hurry until they change the pricing!

Graffix · 10-29-2016, 09:51 AM

Anyone know if this would fit 2013 550xi with dynamic drive? It also seems as if the part numbers differ between h&r site and tunershop

delje08 · 10-30-2016, 02:04 AM

Can you take a picture of box with part number. I wonder if this the same seller on ebay? Let us know if this fits.

Jayphil · 10-30-2016, 06:36 PM

Box part number 33894-1

Description: Stabilisateur Set fur BMW 5er Lim Typ F10 2WD
Fur Fahrzeuge ohne Dynamic Drive

1 ST VA-Stabilisator 33894VA
2 ST VA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-30
1 ST HA-Stabilisator 33894HA
2 ST HA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-20

They seems to sell on ebay too for a bit more since it is 392 EUR instead of 392 USD$. Shipping a bit more expensive too.

delje08 · 10-31-2016, 03:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayphil

Box part number 33894-1

Description: Stabilisateur Set fur BMW 5er Lim Typ F10 2WD
Fur Fahrzeuge ohne Dynamic Drive

1 ST VA-Stabilisator 33894VA
2 ST VA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-30
1 ST HA-Stabilisator 33894HA
2 ST HA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-20

They seems to sell on ebay too for a bit more since it is 392 EUR instead of 392 USD$. Shipping a bit more expensive too.

Let us know once installed. If it fits, i will buy also.

snj1013 · 10-31-2016, 12:15 PM

Good deal. If anyone in Houston wants just the front, I would be interested in the rear sway. I already have the M5 front sway installed.

AMT92 · 10-31-2016, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayphil

Box part number 33894-1

Description: Stabilisateur Set fur BMW 5er Lim Typ F10 2WD
Fur Fahrzeuge ohne Dynamic Drive

1 ST VA-Stabilisator 33894VA
2 ST VA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-30
1 ST HA-Stabilisator 33894HA
2 ST HA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-20

They seems to sell on ebay too for a bit more since it is 392 EUR instead of 392 USD$. Shipping a bit more expensive too.

Have you installed it yet? Sub'd for results.

Jayphil · 10-31-2016, 07:48 PM

I have not installed it yet since I do not want to go to the shop just for that since they usually do not like when you bring your stuff. I want to combine it with some repairs or at least an oil change which I am not due until maybe 2000 miles.

msfive · 11-04-2016, 05:40 AM

Thank You for the info! Just order my today!

delje08 · 11-10-2016, 02:40 PM

@Jayphil whats the color of the bars? Hope you can install soon so we can jump on these.

Thank you in advance

Jayphil · 11-10-2016, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by delje08

@Jayphil whats the color of the bars? Hope you can install soon so we can jump on these.

Thank you in advance

Bars are blue like my H&R lowering springs.

gabypr · 11-10-2016, 07:56 PM

Thanks for the share, thats definitely a good price.

lsturbointeg · 11-10-2016, 08:22 PM

i really wonder how much of an improvement it makes? really considering doing this next Spring

Jayphil · 03-27-2017, 12:06 PM

Hello all,

Sorry it took a while to finally take an appointment to get them installed. The install time at my IND BMW specialist was less than 1 hours for the 2 bars which cost me around 65 $CAD.
I haven't had much time to do a lot of test but so far I am impressed with the results. I am currently running H&R bars, H&R spring with stock non-sport shock, Winter wheel setup (OEM Msport 19" with Blizzak LM001). My observation:

Car corner A LOT FLATTER
No noticeable increase in ride harshness (low / high speed)
Car response much better to input.
Gives more road feel (I mean now you will be able to know your tire limit in curves, before turning fast was so scary and I would slide on my seat that I would have never feel how the tires were reacting)

Today I took a curve on wet pavement and winter tires and it felt more confident vs my summer tire on dry pavement before the H&R bar. Anxious to see how it will be with my summers on.

I believe now I can say I like this car for the first time. I never liked how the car was acting during highway lane change or spirited driving involving curves.

If you are a car enthusiast get those, one of the best mod you can do for the money.

gabypr · 03-27-2017, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayphil

Hello all,

Sorry it took a while to finally take an appointment to get them installed. The install time at my IND BMW specialist was less than 1 hours for the 2 bars which cost me around 65 $CAD.
I haven't had much time to do a lot of test but so far I am impressed with the results. I am currently running H&R bars, H&R spring with stock non-sport shock, Winter wheel setup (OEM Msport 19" with Blizzak LM001). My observation:

Car corner A LOT FLATTER
No noticeable increase in ride harshness (low / high speed)
Car response much better to input.
Gives more road feel (I mean now you will be able to know your tire limit in curves, before turning fast was so scary and I would slide on my seat that I would have never feel how the tires were reacting)

Today I took a curve on wet pavement and winter tires and it felt more confident vs my summer tire on dry pavement before the H&R bar. Anxious to see how it will be with my summers on.

I believe now I can say I like this car for the first time. I never liked how the car was acting during highway lane change or spirited driving involving curves.

If you are a car enthusiast get those, one of the best mod you can do for the money.

Thanks for your review and sharing your thoughts.

ziekxq · 03-27-2017, 08:56 PM

Will these fit 535i xdrive or they just for RWD?

Jayphil · 03-28-2017, 05:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ziekxq

Will these fit 535i xdrive or they just for RWD?

Mine is an xdrive and it fit without an issue!

ziekxq · 03-28-2017, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayphil

Mine is an xdrive and it fit without an issue!

Hiw big is the difference when making corner turns?

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Jayphil Private First Class 63 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 535I xdrive 2011 (M-SPORT) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Passing a good deal / experiance (H&R Sway bars) see my last post for update 2017-03-27 ------------- Hello guys, I just wanted to share in case some of you would be interested. Currently in term of sway bars we have the choice of M5 / 550d combo or H&R. Some are going towards the OEM combo because of the cost vs more expensive H&R but have to live with the M5 front swaybar odd angle. Good news for you, Tunershop (which I am not affiliated at all) got the H&R bars (Front and Rear Combo) for only 392$ so less expensinve compared to the OEM combo.... Yes 392$ for the front and the rears! I ordered mine Tuesday and got them Friday the same week shipped directly from H&R Germany. http://www.tunershop.com/H_R_Sway_Ba...086489_h4.html Alexander from Tunershop was very helpful and replied to all my questions without a few hours. I have not installed yet since I will wait until my next oil change due in a few thousand miles. I will post a product review once they are on the car. __________________ BMW 535I xdrive 2011 M-Sport with H&R Springs, Niche Form Wheels 8.5 ET35 / 10.5 ET35, Continental DSW06 245/35 & 285/30, JB4 Map 5, ER Downpipe, Megan Racing Quad Exhaust with Vibrant resonators, M5 Diffuser, Orange reflector shaved and removed xdrive badge. Last edited by Jayphil; 03-27-2017 at 11:44 AM..
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Jayphil Private First Class 63 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 535I xdrive 2011 (M-SPORT) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Those are 30mm Front and 20mm Rear. In the kit there is 2 bars and 4 bushings which is to be installed using OEM brackets so nothing more should be needed. For the 5GT question from the reading I have made it probably do not fit since the rear GT bar do not fit sedan... I do not understand why they are so low when MSRP of the kit is 799USD$, my thinking was they made a mistake in pricing so I kept the deal for my self until I go my bars! So hurry until they change the pricing! __________________ BMW 535I xdrive 2011 M-Sport with H&R Springs, Niche Form Wheels 8.5 ET35 / 10.5 ET35, Continental DSW06 245/35 & 285/30, JB4 Map 5, ER Downpipe, Megan Racing Quad Exhaust with Vibrant resonators, M5 Diffuser, Orange reflector shaved and removed xdrive badge.
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Jayphil Private First Class 63 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 535I xdrive 2011 (M-SPORT) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Box part number 33894-1 Description: Stabilisateur Set fur BMW 5er Lim Typ F10 2WD Fur Fahrzeuge ohne Dynamic Drive 1 ST VA-Stabilisator 33894VA 2 ST VA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-30 1 ST HA-Stabilisator 33894HA 2 ST HA-Largerblock HR33480VA01-20 They seems to sell on ebay too for a bit more since it is 392 EUR instead of 392 USD$. Shipping a bit more expensive too. __________________ BMW 535I xdrive 2011 M-Sport with H&R Springs, Niche Form Wheels 8.5 ET35 / 10.5 ET35, Continental DSW06 245/35 & 285/30, JB4 Map 5, ER Downpipe, Megan Racing Quad Exhaust with Vibrant resonators, M5 Diffuser, Orange reflector shaved and removed xdrive badge. Last edited by Jayphil; 10-30-2016 at 06:43 PM..
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Jayphil Private First Class 63 Rep 176 Posts Drives: 535I xdrive 2011 (M-SPORT) Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	Hello all, Sorry it took a while to finally take an appointment to get them installed. The install time at my IND BMW specialist was less than 1 hours for the 2 bars which cost me around 65 $CAD. I haven't had much time to do a lot of test but so far I am impressed with the results. I am currently running H&R bars, H&R spring with stock non-sport shock, Winter wheel setup (OEM Msport 19" with Blizzak LM001). My observation: Car corner A LOT FLATTER No noticeable increase in ride harshness (low / high speed) Car response much better to input. Gives more road feel (I mean now you will be able to know your tire limit in curves, before turning fast was so scary and I would slide on my seat that I would have never feel how the tires were reacting) Today I took a curve on wet pavement and winter tires and it felt more confident vs my summer tire on dry pavement before the H&R bar. Anxious to see how it will be with my summers on. I believe now I can say I like this car for the first time. I never liked how the car was acting during highway lane change or spirited driving involving curves. If you are a car enthusiast get those, one of the best mod you can do for the money. __________________ BMW 535I xdrive 2011 M-Sport with H&R Springs, Niche Form Wheels 8.5 ET35 / 10.5 ET35, Continental DSW06 245/35 & 285/30, JB4 Map 5, ER Downpipe, Megan Racing Quad Exhaust with Vibrant resonators, M5 Diffuser, Orange reflector shaved and removed xdrive badge.
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