I've z4m bushings and noticed a bit better turn in.
I got them mostly because they say the solid rubber lasts longer than fluid filled ones.
I told my shop about the bushings when I got an alignment. No problems.
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I've z4m bushings and noticed a bit better turn in.
I got them mostly because they say the solid rubber lasts longer than fluid filled ones.
I told my shop about the bushings when I got an alignment. No problems.
I'm researching and pricing out a shock/strut replacement project. I priced these options:
1. Koni Yellow. $530 from Race Consulting Agency.
2. Genuine BMW. $714 from BMWMini Parts Store
3. Sachs. $584. ECS Tuning or FCP Euro
Two questions:
1. Is there a difference between Genuine BMW and Sachs? Aren't both considered OEM?
2. Pros/cons of Koni vs Genuine BMW and Sachs
Current setup is original with 156k miles. This is a weekend car. I'm also planning to autocross.
95% sure Sachs and BMW are one and the same for the ZHP.
I'd say get the Koni Yellows, I really like mine. They're supposed to last longer (50k vs. 100k miles), they are adjustable, and they come with a factory warranty that is basically lifetime. However, you could get a lifetime warranty if you purchased the BMW shocks through FCP Euro, so Sachs might be a perfectly good option.
That said, at 150k+ miles on the original shocks means they're surely shot, and either option will make it feel like a new car. I'd also suggest bushings if you haven't replaced those already (I recall you've done some maintenance stuff already).
EDIT: Forgot to add how I feel about my Konis in terms of actual performance and comfort. The ride quality is definitely improved compared to my worn factory shocks, and the performance is better as well, the car feels much more planted. It was initially stiff at 3/4 from soft setting, but it has settled a bit and is more supple now. I really like the balance I currently have between ride comfort and performance; it makes for a great daily driver that can still be caned in the twisty back roads. It is on stock springs so ride height is factory. One of my favorite "upgrades" to my car. You can read about it more here in my suspension refresh thread that I always post here: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showt...miles-10-years
Yup, Sachs is OEM.Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
Don't bother with the Genuine BMW or Sachs. Both are the same.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lorenzo
Koni yellow if you plan on adjusting the dampening. If not Koni FSD.
I'd go for the Koni yellows. They're less expensive and they are adjustable. Koni makes a damn good shock and they've been around forever. I used them on my 1967 cougar that I had setup for road racing back in the late 70's. They were adjustable then too,
Did you mean to leave off Koni FSD's?Quote:
Originally Posted by Lorenzo
$614 from Race Consulting Agency
Might want Yellows if the car is just used for play, though.
Question:
Does the DC outlet by the ashtray turn off when the car is parked? I have a bluetooth Reciever plugged into it but it seems to never turn off.
I left it plugged it when I got to work, and when I came out to go get lunch the other day, it was still blinking before I even hit the unlock on the car.
Nope -- it's always hot.Quote:
Originally Posted by derbo
+1 - its always hot. If you want a switched supply, you can tap into the homelink connector tucked away within the sunroof motor area. That ways your bluetooth receiver would be out of sight as well as only powered while your car is on.Quote:
Originally Posted by ZHPizza