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      10-08-2010, 11:32 PM   #133
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      10-09-2010, 12:05 AM   #134
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I would if REAL aftermarket suspension systems are available. I needed replacement for shocks more than springs......
I'm checking for springs. Will keep u all posted.
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      10-10-2010, 10:02 AM   #135
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I would if REAL aftermarket suspension systems are available. I needed replacement for shocks more than springs......
can order m-sport ones now .. but not cheap, about 10k for 4 (shocks only)
get the B16 aftermkt adaptive damper
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      10-10-2010, 10:04 AM   #136
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hahaha, i would luv to be able to carry 4 bags if i cud. unfortunately a chunk of the boot space is now occupied by a box that makes "boom boom" sound

i have kind of "upgraded" the stock hifi....
i would love to hear it .. i am already pleased with my hifi .. but my standards are low
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      10-10-2010, 10:06 AM   #137
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wow, mine is "white" as well. Ivory White to be exact. my heart bleeds evertime my little girl kicks the back of the seat
ksquare u should care more about your baby girl rather than your car ... and you should visit more children-related websites rather than f10.post all the time
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      10-10-2010, 10:09 AM   #138
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      10-10-2010, 10:42 AM   #139
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ksquare u should care more about your baby girl rather than your car ... and you should visit more children-related websites rather than f10.post all the time
haha, she doesnt get dirty by kicking the backseat. and i am the one who feels the pain!

Yes grimmy, i need to search through the kids websites to learn how to keep a child quiet whilst in the car.
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      10-10-2010, 11:17 AM   #140
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haha, she doesnt get dirty by kicking the backseat. and i am the one who feels the pain!

Yes grimmy, i need to search through the kids websites to learn how to keep a child quiet whilst in the car.
see if they make a f07 stuffed toy
dont fight her for it though
i must touch my f10 model car everynight before i sleep, i guess i am still in honeymoon period
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can order m-sport ones now .. but not cheap, about 10k for 4 (shocks only)
get the B16 aftermkt adaptive damper
10K for 4 shocks are not they expensive! Maybe I should ask BMW to see if they can retrofit to my car
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      10-11-2010, 10:28 AM   #142
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10K for 4 shocks are not they expensive! Maybe I should ask BMW to see if they can retrofit to my car
only M shocks though ar .. c c if the stiffer shocks r good combo with standard springs

my current suspension plan is:

eibach pro-kit springs for 535i (reduced 5mm front drop, i have 528)
koni fsd shocks paired w/prokits (-not out yet, but also considering spec. for e60 545i as similar weight, but no idea about fitment)
535 M front sway (528M f.sway is 535 stan. -too weak)
M rear sway (all models same M sway)

need to wait for fsd to be released for f10, may be a long time (none for E class, f07 yet) so may attempt fitment with e60 545i, risky
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      12-04-2010, 07:07 AM   #143
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Great wheels upgrade! Lookin' forward for more mods
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      09-20-2011, 12:04 PM   #144
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btw,
a short report for everybody, driving around last night in light rain:
1.528 is underpowered, at least pre-break in, under 4k rpm... i imagine once u can max out the rpms, the length of each gear is increased up to 6.6k rpm, but u will have to drive it like a race car, a different kind of fun. but power remains the same
2.length of wheelbase prevents car from being driven like a 3,1,Z series
3.engine best suited for 3,1,Z series .. f10 still too heavy even with zero options, low tank, no passengers
4.225nero, 255contiDW very good in rain, in sport+ traction is lost very gradually, no scary times
5.MUST UPGRADE SUSPENSION! i could imagine how it would drive with lowered+bettershocks .. this will make a big difference. the steering,transmission/trottle is already pretty optimized, IMO. the suspension is the odd man out, must change!
6.i am jealous of 550i, 535i engines
Then I think you should pick a smaller size car instead of F10.

My parents have an E60 523i and I think it is enough for HK/China roads.

Passengers wouldn't be happy with 535i/550i/M5.
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