Eibach Prokit & 15mm Spacers Installed (Before & After Pics)

[cjrdriven]

First Impressions: HUGE improvement and VERY Happy with the ride and look! Stance is much more agressive looking.

From the reviews on the forum I was expecting a little firmer/harder ride. However, it almost feels smoother in most situations with it getting more firm when being agressive or going over a large dip. Feels a lot more stable on the interstate. Around town my wife perfers the ride with the Eibach's versus the OEM sport springs. That is saying alot since she is 30 weeks pregnant!

I have only had them on for about 24 hours, so I expect them to settle a bit more. I also need an alignment with camber adjusted so I expect the tires to be a bit more flush afterwards. First pic is OEM and Second pic is dropped with spacers:

[bicsintegra]

looks good and it will settle a little more but i love the way the eibach springs make the car look more aggressive.

[Yodeling]

Wow what a difference! I love the look, in fact I've been thinking that the 19s on my M look a bit unnatural but never could figure out why. Now I know it's because it's sitting so high. The lower stance definitely looks a LOT better.

Question, how much closer is the car to the ground? Are you worried about bottoming out? Any other negatives anyone could point out? I'm really interested in doing the same thing on mine.

[cjrdriven]

Question, how much closer is the car to the ground? Are you worried about bottoming out? Any other negatives anyone could point out? I'm really interested in doing the same thing on mine.

As of yet I haven't bottomed out. I have only driven on them for a day, so not enough time for a full review. There is a good bump on the interstate on the way to work that will give them a good bounce in the morning. I haven't gone over a speed bump yet, so I will slowly test that out tomorrow at work as well.

[m-licious]

they feel a lot better in my opinion because they are the only progressive coils for our car so they are more forgiving (softer) initially and then a little more firm as they are more compressed.
clearance unfortunately and negative camber are issues. i don't have any problems with tire wear but the clearance was a little annoying. that said, if you can tolerate that, i think the ride is the best of all the suspensions I've tested. i've not had the opportunity to try air suspension nor coilovers, too pricey for me.

[AZhitman]

SO sexy.

Make sure you re-torque BOTH sets of lugs after driving a few miles.

Looks incredible - don't change a thing.

[cjrdriven]

they feel a lot better in my opinion because they are the only progressive coils for our car so they are more forgiving (softer) initially and then a little more firm as they are more compressed.
clearance unfortunately and negative camber are issues. i don't have any problems with tire wear but the clearance was a little annoying. that said, if you can tolerate that, i think the ride is the best of all the suspensions I've tested. i've not had the opportunity to try air suspension nor coilovers, too pricey for me.

I should be good on clearance issues. I am used to driving around a lowered G35 coupe on Eibach Prokit, and I can't imagine I am sitting lower than that!

Good news you were able to get within spec and have no tire wear issues. I am giving it a couple weeks then putting on new tires and geting my first alignment done. We shall see if I too can get into spec as I have heard other members have as well. If not, I have the camber arm bolts ready for pickup down the street! I have no plans to wear through PS2's quicker than they already do!

It is probably in my head, but it does feel like I get more looks from other enthusiast on the road, just with one day of driving. lol

[DoN_BLaZe34]

that looks absolutely gorgeous...i'm still debating between the eibachs and tanabe's but geez eibachs might win.

sidebar: is that chrome strip on the door stock? or did you add that?

[cjrdriven]

Stock for 2008 plus - Its like half chrome half black.

[homeblue90]

Stock for 2008 plus - Its like half chrome half black.

did u get ur alighnment yet? if yes, were they able to get it into spec or close?....if no then u better look for a solution for camber adjustment cause ur tire life is on the line...

[DoN_BLaZe34]

i think he mentioned that he's going to buy the camber bolts if he's not within spec

[homeblue90]

i think he mentioned that he's going to buy the camber bolts if he's not within spec

if im not mistaken....he can only do upper camber control arms for the front and rear are able to get into spec, if this set up is almost like 06 M's then this is what he might have to do

[cjrdriven]

i think he mentioned that he's going to buy the camber bolts if he's not within spec

if im not mistaken....he can only do upper camber control arms for the front and rear are able to get into spec, if this set up is almost like 06 M's then this is what he might have to do

If needed I will be using the uper control arm bolts that rgb129 has used and spoken to before. His car sits lower and he was able to get within spec. It has been discussed in detail in a thread you started. :-)
eibach-pro-alignment-kit-camber-adjustment-t503397.html

I opted not to get the Eibach/SPC front camber kit since some other members have actually reported they were able to get within spec on the prokit without anything.

[homeblue90]

ok good luck

[cjrdriven]

Couple quick updates.

Positive Note: Cornering Rocks Now! Body roll is drastically reduced. RAS seems more fluid and not as noticeable/distracting as to when it is active. Before the drop it always seemed I could feel when it engaged which made cornering weird in my opinion. Its great now how such a large heavy sedan can feel so nibble!

Negative Note: Headlights are angled down a little more due to the agressive stance so it cuts visibility. They will need to be adjusted. I know, not really that negative, but something you should be aware of if you are picky. lol

[rgb129]

Negative Note: Headlights are angled down a little more due to the agressive stance so it cuts visibility. They will need to be adjusted. I know, not really that negative, but something you should be aware of if you are picky. lol

That is just a quick adjustment, but wait until things settle first.

[fiveliterbeater]

excellent look bud!!

i keep telling people to stick with the 15mm if you want a flush look. anything over that and it just doesnt look as good.
very nice drop by the way!

[cjrdriven]

excellent look bud!!

i keep telling people to stick with the 15mm if you want a flush look. anything over that and it just doesnt look as good.
very nice drop by the way!

Thanks! Your pics sold me when you posted them. I ordered the springs and spacers soon after. Once I resolve the negative camber issues, I will be sitting even closer to flush. It will be exactly what I wanted.

As for the prokit drop, I am extremely happy with it still!! With out a doubt should be one of the first mods anyone considers as it changes the entire personality of the car! Keeps a luxury/sport ride, but turns into a sport/luxury ride when you hit the curves. I also haven't had any issues getting over speed bumps yet.

[rgb129]

After taking a closer look at the car in person, I do believe the extra weight of the VK vs the VQ put this lower than a 1.6 inch drop on the VK's up front. It is tough to compare as the wheel gap is ridiculous on the X models such as mine.

I dropped mine quite a bit (fenders right at the tire) and then raised it slightly this past weekend (about 1"-1.5" above the tire), but I kept the car level...the aggressive stance of the lower front really does make this car look good. It has me considering doing the same.

[cjrdriven]

rgb129 you have me curious now. I need to go look up the weight difference in the engines.

[rgb129]

rgb129 you have me curious now. I need to go look up the weight difference in the engines.

I don't recall it being a big difference...100-200 pounds maybe, but I could be remembering incorrectly.

[fiveliterbeater]

last time i checked it was a 110lb difference between the two.

[CPJ LB]

...CJRDRIVEN -- your car sits well with the set up. looks good...I'm planning on lowering my car also...I'm busy doing some research on lowering heights for the M. I can rely on eibachs, but I heard another company has a drop of 1.2f / .5r I may be interested in that. the M's front fender space is hhhuuuugee.

then spacers will give it a finished look...can't wait.

[CPJ LB]

I saved the link for those springs that I'm considering...

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/perform ... on/Springs

I don't want a drastic drop but just something to lower the stance -- especially the front.

In the future, I may change the wheel/tire size also...

[SimonSaysM35]

more pics please!!!

[SimonSaysM35]

I saved the link for those springs that I'm considering...

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/perform ... on/Springs

I don't want a drastic drop but just something to lower the stance -- especially the front.

In the future, I may change the wheel/tire size also...

please keep us updated

[SimonSaysM35]

anyone have concerned with rubbing issues?

cjrdriven: have you had 4 people in your car yet?

any concerns about warranty issues? I bought the extended warranty and dont want to void anything!

[DoN_BLaZe34]

Interesting point there CPJ. At some point I know I will lower but looking at my car it's more so the front that needs it..those Teins would be perfect but they're for the 35 and not the 45...that being said, has anyone ever put Tein springs on the 45? In other words, with the exception of the Espelir springs specifically designed for the AWD M's are any set of lowering springs compatible with both the 35 and 45?

[cjrdriven]

anyone have concerned with rubbing issues?

cjrdriven: have you had 4 people in your car yet?

any concerns about warranty issues? I bought the extended warranty and dont want to void anything!

I have only had 3 people in my car. If you are refering to tire rubbing, no, none. I have had limited underneath engine splash shield rubbing. Have to go over speed bumps slowly and just not bounce over them.

Warranty issues would be the same as any mod you do. If the modification can be proven to have caused your issue, it will not be covered, if it can't, then you will be. So if your Nav goes out, they can't blame it on your springs. If your wheel bearings go out, then yes they can blame it on the springs.

Hope that helps.

[SimonSaysM35]

anyone have concerned with rubbing issues?

cjrdriven: have you had 4 people in your car yet?

any concerns about warranty issues? I bought the extended warranty and dont want to void anything!

I have only had 3 people in my car. If you are refering to tire rubbing, no, none. I have had limited underneath engine splash shield rubbing. Have to go over speed bumps slowly and just not bounce over them.

Warranty issues would be the same as any mod you do. If the modification can be proven to have caused your issue, it will not be covered, if it can't, then you will be. So if your Nav goes out, they can't blame it on your springs. If your wheel bearings go out, then yes they can blame it on the springs.

Hope that helps.