Which sway bar for 2015 535i drive?

andykap · 07-05-2018, 02:36 PM

I have a 2015 535i xdrive and I looking to buy a set of sway bars. In my search I keep getting does not fit my model.

I have look at H&R - model numbers 70470 (F) and 71470 (R) and most sites say it does not fit my car.

Anyone knows if those will fit or can suggest ones that do?

Thanks in advance.

andykap · 07-09-2018, 04:33 AM

No one knows if the H&R sway bars works with the 2015 535 xdrive or what works?

ChiNorm · 07-09-2018, 10:10 AM

Eibach for F10 RWD will fit. They were much too stiff for Chicago's lousy roads. Do some research on M5 front and 650i rear, which will also fit and are softer, but still too stiff for me.

I ended up with the KW V3 coilovers, which I like much better. The car is far superior to stock in every way.

Good luck.

andykap · 07-09-2018, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiNorm

Eibach for F10 RWD will fit. They were much too stiff for Chicago's lousy roads. Do some research on M5 front and 650i rear, which will also fit and are softer, but still too stiff for me.

I ended up with the KW V3 coilovers, which I like much better. The car is far superior to stock in every way.

Good luck.

Thanks.

Did you put the stock sway bars back on with the KW V3?

That is the route I thought about going.

John H. · 07-09-2018, 11:46 AM

On my 2014 X, I went with the OEM M5/6 set-up. Also, I installed H&R springs. Very happy with set-up.

neverdone · 07-09-2018, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by John H.

On my 2014 X, I went with the OEM M5/6 set-up. Also, I installed H&R springs. Very happy with set-up.

Can I see pics of this?

ChiNorm · 07-09-2018, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by andykap

Thanks.

Did you put the stock sway bars back on with the KW V3?

That is the route I thought about going.

Yes, I have the stock bars again. The car corners totally flat. Its quite impressive. My indy mechanic said he wished he put this on his wife's car instead Bilsteins.

If you go this route, get the K3 installed by someone who is really good with alignments as the K3 will drop the car a minimum of about 3/4" which makes the alignment a tricky business. The KW website will list authorized dealers in your area. If I had to do the job again, I would give the job to an authorized KW dealer.

Good luck.

John H. · 07-09-2018, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by neverdone

Can I see pics of this?

What exactly did you want a pics of?

neverdone · 07-09-2018, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by John H.

What exactly did you want a pics of?

Sorry, of how the car sits with the springs...

andykap · 07-09-2018, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiNorm

Yes, I have the stock bars again. The car corners totally flat. Its quite impressive. My indy mechanic said he wished he put this on his wife's car instead Bilsteins.

If you go this route, get the K3 installed by someone who is really good with alignments as the K3 will drop the car a minimum of about 3/4" which makes the alignment a tricky business. The KW website will list authorized dealers in your area. If I had to do the job again, I would give the job to an authorized KW dealer.

Good luck.

Thanks very much. I will do that.

Surly73 · 07-10-2018, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by andykap

No one knows if the H&R sway bars works with the 2015 535 xdrive or what works?

They fit on mine, but I agree that H&R, Eibach, etc... all indicate that they aren't for the X-Drive. There's always the possibility that there's another reason other than fit - overstressing some suspension component perhaps? You just never know.

ChiNorm · 07-10-2018, 04:27 PM

That's a big part of why I went for the K3. It is rated for the AWD platform and is a different product than what they sell for RWD.

Good luck.

John H. · 07-12-2018, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by neverdone

Sorry, of how the car sits with the springs...

About 10 minutes ago, took below pic...

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neverdone · 07-12-2018, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by John H.

About 10 minutes ago, took below pic...

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How does it ride compared to stock? I'm sure you've been asked many times. But going off looks alone, I'm sold.

John H. · 07-12-2018, 05:31 PM

It is little more stiff than the stock springs; however, comfortable. These H&R springs are specific to x-Drive. Keep in mind that my struts are stock. I frequently drive to Los Angeles, and San Diego, no complaints on ride quality.

As for the M5/6 sway bar combo, it helped in the cornering dept. I considered thicker bars but didn't want to get too aggressive. The OEM upgrade is a good compliment to the springs.

neverdone · 07-12-2018, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by John H.

It is little more stiff than the stock springs; however, comfortable. These H&R springs are specific to x-Drive. Keep in mind that my struts are stock. I frequently drive to Los Angeles, and San Diego, no complaints on ride quality.

As for the M5/6 sway bar combo, it helped in the cornering dept. I considered thicker bars but didn't want to get too aggressive. The OEM upgrade is a good compliment to the springs.

Thanks for the info, great help.

andykap · 07-13-2018, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by John H.

It is little more stiff than the stock springs; however, comfortable. These H&R springs are specific to x-Drive. Keep in mind that my struts are stock. I frequently drive to Los Angeles, and San Diego, no complaints on ride quality.

As for the M5/6 sway bar combo, it helped in the cornering dept. I considered thicker bars but didn't want to get too aggressive. The OEM upgrade is a good compliment to the springs.

You have both the M5/650 sway bars and the V3. Did you install them at the same time? If not, which was installed first. How was the ride with either when installed?
I’m sold on the V3, but still on the fence with the sway bars.

John H. · 07-13-2018, 04:23 PM

Hi Andy:

No V3, only H&R springs.

My suspension related mods...

H&R Springs, 50471
OEM M5 Front Sway, 31352284460
OEM 6 Rear Sway, 33556791932

I purchased the front sway from a local Member. It was the first thing installed. IF I remember correctly, the springs next, and finished with the rear sway (ordered from ECS).

andykap · 07-15-2018, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by John H.

Hi Andy:

No V3, only H&R springs.

My suspension related mods...

H&R Springs, 50471
OEM M5 Front Sway, 31352284460
OEM 6 Rear Sway, 33556791932

I purchased the front sway from a local Member. It was the first thing installed. IF I remember correctly, the springs next, and finished with the rear sway (ordered from ECS).

Hi John,

Thanks for the part numbers. Will be looking into them soon.

valbmw · 07-15-2018, 12:39 PM

The H&R set 33894-1 fits perfectly whatever xDrive or not. I've got it installed a year ago, and honestly this is the best simple upgrade for its money. Drive and cornering is now as it should be.

I didn't go for M5/650 set because it is thinner. And also the M5 sway bar has different angles so install is possible but not totally good. Joint bolts will be tilt out.

Please see below some pics of the process.

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ChiNorm Second Lieutenant 89 Rep 230 Posts Drives: '13 535xi Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	Eibach for F10 RWD will fit. They were much too stiff for Chicago's lousy roads. Do some research on M5 front and 650i rear, which will also fit and are softer, but still too stiff for me. I ended up with the KW V3 coilovers, which I like much better. The car is far superior to stock in every way. Good luck.
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John H. Lieutenant 230 Rep 455 Posts Drives: 2014 535i XDrive Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: The O.C. iTrader: (5)	On my 2014 X, I went with the OEM M5/6 set-up. Also, I installed H&R springs. Very happy with set-up.
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ChiNorm Second Lieutenant 89 Rep 230 Posts Drives: '13 535xi Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Chicago iTrader: (0)	That's a big part of why I went for the K3. It is rated for the AWD platform and is a different product than what they sell for RWD. Good luck.
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John H. Lieutenant 230 Rep 455 Posts Drives: 2014 535i XDrive Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: The O.C. iTrader: (5)	It is little more stiff than the stock springs; however, comfortable. These H&R springs are specific to x-Drive. Keep in mind that my struts are stock. I frequently drive to Los Angeles, and San Diego, no complaints on ride quality. As for the M5/6 sway bar combo, it helped in the cornering dept. I considered thicker bars but didn't want to get too aggressive. The OEM upgrade is a good compliment to the springs. Last edited by John H.; 07-12-2018 at 05:37 PM..
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John H. Lieutenant 230 Rep 455 Posts Drives: 2014 535i XDrive Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: The O.C. iTrader: (5)	Hi Andy: No V3, only H&R springs. My suspension related mods... H&R Springs, 50471 OEM M5 Front Sway, 31352284460 OEM 6 Rear Sway, 33556791932 I purchased the front sway from a local Member. It was the first thing installed. IF I remember correctly, the springs next, and finished with the rear sway (ordered from ECS). Last edited by John H.; 07-13-2018 at 04:31 PM.. Reason: Added info.
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valbmw Lieutenant 94 Rep 413 Posts Drives: 2016 BMW F10 M5 CP 600 hp Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Moscow, Russia iTrader: (0)	The H&R set 33894-1 fits perfectly whatever xDrive or not. I've got it installed a year ago, and honestly this is the best simple upgrade for its money. Drive and cornering is now as it should be. I didn't go for M5/650 set because it is thinner. And also the M5 sway bar has different angles so install is possible but not totally good. Joint bolts will be tilt out. Please see below some pics of the process. Attached Images Last edited by valbmw; 08-30-2018 at 03:00 AM..
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