Lowered X5M

elm3 · 05-21-2018, 12:46 PM

I finally lowered my X5M. I'm on the new VTF adjustable from H&R. Great suspension. Rides really good and it doesn't bounce. I lowered the front 2" and the rear about 1 and 3/4 maybe. I'm on the new Vossen HF-1. Here are some pictures, it looks a lot better in person. So excuse the cell pictures.

IND-Distribution · 05-21-2018, 01:34 PM

Looks great! Now how about those front reflectors?

elm3 · 05-21-2018, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by IND-Distribution

Looks great! Now how about those front reflectors?

You know, I'm still thinking about it. For some reason I like the break of the Orange. But might end up replacing the reflectors for the LBB covers. By the way, the rear reflector replacement that I got from Ryan, they are superb and to the best manufacture.

IND-Distribution · 05-21-2018, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by elm3

You know, I'm still thinking about it. For some reason I like the break of the Orange. But might end up replacing the reflectors for the LBB covers. By the way, the rear reflector replacement that I got from Ryan, they are superb and to the best manufacture.

We been getting good feedback on the Acexxon rears, good to hear you had the same experience.

r33_RGSport · 05-21-2018, 03:59 PM

Looking good.
Are they on max drop?

I agree with IND-Distribution on the reflector.

Dinan-M · 05-21-2018, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by elm3

I finally lowered my X5M. I'm on the new VTF adjustable from H&R. Great suspension. Rides really good and it doesn't bounce. I lowered the front 2" and the rear about 1 and 3/4 maybe. I'm on the new Vossen HF-1. Here are some pictures, it looks a lot better in person. So excuse the cell pictures.

Who sells this kit? Are they coilover? How much for kit, compared to KWs V3? Thanks

F85_RN · 05-21-2018, 10:32 PM

Yeah I ordered those last week... still waiting to be arrived

aparedes · 05-21-2018, 10:37 PM

Looking great. Seems to be the perfect lowering heigh. I have the HF1 in black as well with LBB and I feels look amazing. This are coming off this week. I am sure i will miss them!

+1 on the reflectors!!

r33_RGSport · 05-22-2018, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Dinan-M

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Originally Posted by elm3

I finally lowered my X5M. I'm on the new VTF adjustable from H&R. Great suspension. Rides really good and it doesn't bounce. I lowered the front 2" and the rear about 1 and 3/4 maybe. I'm on the new Vossen HF-1. Here are some pictures, it looks a lot better in person. So excuse the cell pictures.

Who sells this kit? Are they coilover? How much for kit, compared to KWs V3? Thanks

It is H&R brand. I carry it.
It is not a true coilover. Back in the Honda days, the name was sleeve over.
H&R VTF is comparable to KW HAS.
Best solution to keep EDC.

sheepwow · 05-22-2018, 12:55 AM

Looking great ! Anyone want a brand new AC Schnitzer spring ?

elm3 · 05-22-2018, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

Looking good.
Are they on max drop?

I agree with IND-Distribution on the reflector.

It max drop on the front and a little higher on the rear. Front I got the Dinan lowered bump stops, it shaves a good inch off the OEM bump stops. So it gives you a little more room on the shocks and a better ride and no bouncing. The rear was max, but when I drove, it was bouncing all through the ride, was riding on bump stops, so I went about 3 full turns on the links and got me to the sweet spot, where it is lowered, but it rides just right. Now I have to get the camber kit for the front and get it aligned, and we are all good.

elm3 · 05-22-2018, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Dinan-M

Who sells this kit? Are they coilover? How much for kit, compared to KWs V3? Thanks

It is the VTF from H&R. It is a great kit and very affordable. Comparable to the KW HAS. KW doesn't have the HAS, so I went with H&R. Good kit.

18BMWX5M · 05-22-2018, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by r33_RGSport

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Originally Posted by Dinan-M

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Originally Posted by elm3

I finally lowered my X5M. I'm on the new VTF adjustable from H&R. Great suspension. Rides really good and it doesn't bounce. I lowered the front 2" and the rear about 1 and 3/4 maybe. I'm on the new Vossen HF-1. Here are some pictures, it looks a lot better in person. So excuse the cell pictures.

Who sells this kit? Are they coilover? How much for kit, compared to KWs V3? Thanks

It is H&R brand. I carry it.
It is not a true coilover. Back in the Honda days, the name was sleeve over.
H&R VTF is comparable to KW HAS.
Best solution to keep EDC.

How much for the kit shipped to 02889?

r33_RGSport · 05-22-2018, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 18BMWX5M

How much for the kit shipped to 02889?

PM'ed

r33_RGSport · 05-22-2018, 01:32 PM

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PM Pls

98281

PM'ed too.

RHD_KING · 05-22-2018, 08:25 PM

Looks really good.

Luca42 · 05-23-2018, 07:33 AM

What size on the Vossens? What finish? How do you like them?

Ride looks great. Perfect drop.

elm3 · 05-23-2018, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Luca42

What size on the Vossens? What finish? How do you like them?

Ride looks great. Perfect drop.

The size on the Vossen are 22" x 10.5" fronts and 22" x 12" rears. The finish is Gloss Black. The set up right now, it ride and drives perfect. No bouncing, a little stiffer than stock of course. And I really love these wheels.

elm3 · 05-23-2018, 03:00 PM

Here is another picture.

menelaos · 05-23-2018, 03:03 PM

Beautiful build mate....this baby almost touches the ground

Baker6997 · 05-23-2018, 05:52 PM

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Here is another picture.

side note. What window tint do you have? Car looks gteat.

elisiX · 05-23-2018, 06:24 PM

Really interested in this, as forking out for KW V3's isn't quite as attractive.

I'm really a noob when it comes to this in many ways, so curious about the bump stops you refer to.

Any link?

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