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      05-21-2012, 10:33 AM   #1
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Dinan spring before and after pics with stock M-package

I wanted to see if anyone has before and after pics on a either 550 or 535 Dinan springs. I would love to see what they look like before I make my decision on Dinan vs. ACS springs.
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      05-21-2012, 02:06 PM   #2
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I am also interested in which way to go here!
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      05-21-2012, 02:35 PM   #3
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What about H&R sport springs.
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I believe Dinan doesn't have springs for the 535 yet....only 550.
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      05-21-2012, 06:21 PM   #5
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I reached out to Dinan and they told me it's the same springs used on the 550 or at least they sent me the same link on their website. I also spoke to one of their authorized centers and they told me Dinan does make it for the 535. They did say it's only a 1/2 drop vs. the ACS.
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I reached out to Dinan and they told me it's the same springs used on the 550 or at least they sent me the same link on their website. I also spoke to one of their authorized centers and they told me Dinan does make it for the 535. They did say it's only a 1/2 drop vs. the ACS.
Was this ever confirmed for 535?
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      08-27-2019, 12:18 AM   #7
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Here is mine on dinans. (550i)
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This is my 550i with dinan springs. Once they settle it's a decent drop but not aggressive at all
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Here is mine on dinans. (550i)
Perfect drop imo
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      08-29-2019, 03:22 PM   #10
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What about H&R sport springs.
I second the H&R. That's what I had for my 535xi

https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1293245
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What about H&R sport springs.
I second the H&R. That's what I had for my 535xi

https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1293245
That's actually a pretty decent drop. Would the springs wear out the strut life sooner though?
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That's actually a pretty decent drop. Would the springs wear out the strut life sooner though?
Theoretically yes but I had a lowered for I think about a year or more and never had any issues. Its a risk that you have to take when opting for lowering springs.

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      09-08-2019, 01:36 AM   #13
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I recently put in a set of Dinan springs in my 2013 550 and as expected it feels less bouncy and composed, but a side effect is now I'm finding a clicking when turning the wheel at slow speed. Based on some light research it appears to have exposed an underlying issue with a worn tension strut bushings.
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I second the H&R. That's what I had for my 535xi

https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1293245

Been having trouble finding coil overs for all wheel drives that don’t cost 3500. Le o viously the best but don’t wanna spend 3500 so I’m willing to settle for something less expensive. Even sprints at this point. Any recommendations where to get springs or coil overs for less expensive?
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I second the H&R. That's what I had for my 535xi

https://f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1293245

Been having trouble finding coil overs for all wheel drives that don’t cost 3500. Le o viously the best but don’t wanna spend 3500 so I’m willing to settle for something less expensive. Even sprints at this point. Any recommendations where to get springs or coil overs for less expensive?
I just got mine from tirerack.com
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