I'm running the performance setup. I was able to score the Pro-Kit springs for only $80 on FB marketplace, but I am so impressed by them that I would happily pay much more if I needed to buy another set. I didn't really emphasize it in the guide, but it's very important that you use either ZHP springs or the Pro-Kit springs because their spring rates match the valving of the dampers I listed.
330i Base | Mysticblau | Slicktop | 6MT
Great write up! Wish I had this information 6 months back, definitely would have gone one of these two route.
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This is awesome! thanks so much for this write-up! Would everything be the same for a convertible ZHP? I think it's all the same...
So, for anyone else who might be thinking of using this setup, here is some info I found out the hard way... The part about the Z4 strut mounts is not totally correct. I searched for the SACHS 803-148 and they are ~$60/ea (cheapest I found is eBay). They are not available from most places, including FCPEuro. So then, I searched for the European part number 802-066 and found them on eBay for $38/ea and ordered 2. Upon receiving them I noticed that the guide pin is in a different position. I then googled photos of both the 803-148 and 802-066 and they are totally different looking. At this point I think I'll probably just go ahead and order the standard mounts for the E46
This guide is still very helpful though, so thank you OP.
330i Base | Mysticblau | Slicktop | 6MT
Thank you for putting this together. I been looking at refreshing my suspension, with something slightly better than stock. The performance option seems best.
Do you have a recommendation for a kit for the bushings , control arms and what not? I’m looking to do a full refresh.
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