steering and suspension Shocks Best option

[dluck123]

Hi 

 

Was wondering what the best shock options there is for the 2002 was swaying toward the bilstein sports with H&R Springs. 

Would love your guys input on what options there are out there.

Thanks

Daniel 

[S2002]

Why don't you go for a coilover set, I recommend using the catuned coilovers.

[dluck123]

They look awsome never really thought of coil overs what did they cost you?

[jmr_1602]

Best shock option is the one that will give you your desired ride.

Is it a track car, daily driver, fun canyon carver? Or do you just want a low car?

Lots of people like the combo you're looking at.

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[S2002]

46 minutes ago, dluck123 said:

They look awsome never really thought of coil overs what did they cost you?

$1500 but the quality is just amazing

 

[TobyB]

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swaying toward the bilstein sports with H&R Springs. 

 

heh heh- yeah, that and some nice stout SWAY bars will get you started.

 

Poster with 3 posts recommending coilovers that most of us don't run  = much internet win.

 

dluck, whaddya wanna do?  The 'best' suspension is the one that does what you want.

Yes, you MAY want coilovers if you need more front camber, or lots of adjustability or lots of spring choices.

 

But if you're just taking a pleasant weekend drive up some public roads, the Bils HD's and H&R's will make you happier

when you add the sways, and you'll have almost enough left over for a set of nice tires.  Oh, wait, no you won't.  

 

t

 

[dluck123]

Yeah I am thinking the Bilsteins and hr springs. The sport are they a lot firmer than the hd though?

[dluck123]

Sorry it's more for weekend cruising to be honest. 

['76mintgrün'02]

I did the H&R, HD, ST set up.  no regrets.  nice combination, imho.  

My car is more for daily cruising and is 'plenty sporty' with a very smooooth ride.

The Sport Springs were tempting, because 'Sports Car', but some claim the rear shocks are too stiff.

I have read that the valving is the same between the two and only the length is different, but cannot confirm.

It has been discussed to death here.  

(In fact, I am a little embarrassed at how many times I have given this same answer).

Here is some more reading, which I pulled up for you, by putting "bilstein sport vs hd harsh stiff" in the search bar.

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/search/?type=forums_topic&q=bilstein+sport+vs+hd+harsh+stiff

(There is plenty more where that came from :  )

Tom

[jmr_1602]

For a weekend cruiser I'd go with the HDs. The sports are really stiff, and if the roads are not so great in your area driving might not be all that enjoyable.

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[gregpark]

I agree, i switched from sports to heavy duty because a lot of the roads I like to blast around on are not in the greatest condition. With the sports I experienced a little too much side skipping which can be unnerving. HDs, big fat anti-sway bars and gummy Falcons make my car more enjoyable

[gregpark]

I agree, i switched from sports to heavy duty because a lot of the roads I like to blast around on are not in the greatest condition. With the sports I experienced a little too much side skipping which can be unnerving. HDs, big fat anti-sway bars and gummy Falcons make my car more enjoyable

 

Please excuse the double post, why can't I just delete?

Edited June 7, 2016 by gregpark

[2002Scoob]

Im running the H&R sport cup kit that had custom valved billy sports. I personally love them, and don't find them too harsh, but I'm used to firm suspension setups, and Europe typically has nicer roads

I also enjoyed the coilover comment, on a vehicle that (however gorgeous) still isn't complete, and is in bonkers territory HP wise. Sorry dood. Your 2002 is not the average street car.

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[dluck123]

Thanks guys that's great HD sounds the one for me.

Daniel

[ray_]

9 minutes ago, dluck123 said:

Thanks guys that's great HD sounds the one for me.

Daniel

 

 

Yeah.

 

Those have worked pretty well for a lot of people for the past 50 years or so.

 

Not that other alternatives might be worth a look...

 

But...

 

Cheers,