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      08-24-2017, 01:38 PM   #1
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Alright "experts"...time to weigh in.

I have done a lot of reading on this forum and other internet pages regarding suspension set up for my incoming M2 - finally my order has been sent to the plant after 11 months of waiting...so now only 3 more months to wait, lol!

I digress...looking at one of the following suspension set ups, but would like to hear thoughts/opinions from the forum:

1) Dinan HP CO set that is included in the S2 pack - CAD $1,800 - $3,437.40 with install and alignment
2) M Perf OEM CO - CAD $5,095.21 (includes install and alignment)
3) KW V3 CO F87 fitment - CAD $2,730 - $4,367.40 with install and alignment

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i) I will be driving the car pretty much every day, except when heavy snow on the ground and would like to hit a couple of track days per year.
ii) Plan on getting 19' V-FF 107s with 9 et21 245/35/19 Front and 10.5 et42 285/30/19 Rear
iii) prices are in Canadian Dollars (FX to USD is 1.26), so please don't reply from NJ or CA saying the prices are a 'rip-off'

All constructive input is appreciated.

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Ohlins would be my recommendation if you have to have coilovers. I'm running the Eibach springs and the car's handling really tightened up. I thought I'd need coils but after driving the springs I'm happy with them.
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I am going with ohlins. You can change the spring rate if needed and since my car will be 50/50 I need a compromise of both street and track performance
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what do you guys think about height adjustable springs?
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I am going with ohlins. You can change the spring rate if needed and since my car will be 50/50 I need a compromise of both street and track performance
Couple people are mentioning Ohlins...Where to buy?
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Alpha Motorsport in Toronto... They can ship anywhere in Canada
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Couple people are mentioning Ohlins...Where to buy?
Ohlins has minimum advertised pricing and believe it or not, very little profit. The best price I've seen is $2950. Any one of the forum sponsors can probably get it for you at that price.

Most of the time Ohlins USA doesn't charge for changing spring weight but again if a company has it in stock they will most likely have the recommended specifications that the company specifies unless they are an Ohlins Installer/Certified Dealer. Make sure you are happy with the given spring rates from Ohlins
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