03-14-2017, 05:00 PM | #1 |
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Looking for MP coilover track review
I've read just about everything available on the MP coilovers and it still seems early. I was wondering if anyone with the MP coilover kit has gotten a chance to take them on the track.
How do they perform compared to other DA coils you've had in the past? Easily adjusted? Has anyone ran the stock suspension on track and then switched to the MP coilovers? That would be a great comparison. |
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So, I was lucky enough to get a lap around VIR with Mike Renner (BMW Performance Diving Instructor, and much more) in an M2 with the MP coilovers last spring. First time seeing and riding in an M2 as well. The lap was just surreal! Mike had spoke very highly of the MP coilovers that day, and mentioned the same in Roundel as well. That pretty much sold me, I was originally planning on getting another set of Ohlins. In addition, I just feel this kit will offer more flexibility in regards to setup as well.
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03-15-2017, 08:18 AM | #3 |
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there's not a lot of info. But there are a couple of threads/reviews on the MP coilovers.
I'm going to be purchasing the MPs sometime next week. And putting them on mid April. Just in time for my third track day with the m2. Would be cool if someone could review (back 2 back) a stock M2 and the performance edition one...
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03-20-2017, 07:36 AM | #4 |
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If you search my posts you will find some of the info you are requesting. I tracked my car at both Road Atlanta and AMP before and after installing the MP coilovers. Overall, I am very happy with my purchase. To start with the price is great, no M tax. The car drives about the same on the street, in the recommended settings. On track body lean was significantly less. My track times were much better, but I did swap tires, so my raw data tells me they are 2 seconds faster per lap.
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03-20-2017, 01:48 PM | #5 | |
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But if you can reduce body roll and get similar compliance on street roads, then that's what i'm looking for. |
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03-20-2017, 07:44 PM | #7 |
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I've been bothering my local dealer enough and instead of starting a new thread, does anyone know about installation and warranty voiding?
If the MP coilovers aren't installed by a dealer will that void your suspension warranty? One of the main attractions to this setup is keeping the warranty in tact. |
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03-20-2017, 11:53 PM | #8 |
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My understanding is that you need a BMW dealer to install it in order for you to get the benefit of the warranty. You might find a nice dealer occasionally to put a claim in even if you didn't have them do the install but it's probably the exception to the rule.
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03-21-2017, 03:51 AM | #9 |
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This is a ridiculous rule..any decent shop can install these. I had mine installed by the shop that also corner balanced the car....which is half the reason for buying these. Good luck finding a dealer who can do that! I will just hope that BMW will stand behind the parts if they fail.
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03-21-2017, 07:21 AM | #11 |
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I'm confused...no coilovers allow you to adjust camber. I used GC plates with my MP coilovers and everything is now adjustable.
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03-21-2017, 03:01 PM | #14 |
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The shop always asks for the drivers weight to corner balance correctly....does not add any cost/ time to do it right.
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03-21-2017, 04:38 PM | #16 |
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i just bought the MP coilovers.
Gonna install them in a couple weeks with ground control plates. Roads around here are really rough. So i will provide my opinion on ride comfort soon.
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I corner balanced while I was in the car. My first corner balance at West End, Darin's statement toward whether or not to corner balance... his response was "I would corner balance my grandmothers car". Now that's a strong statement toward the value of corner balancing!
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I wish I had my pre and post corner balance numbers but he likes to keep his settings "private" but suffice to say the car is over 100lbs off in the front in factory trim. |
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Did you get yours installed yet? Wondering what your opinion is on ride comfort. Roads around me here in Minnesota are horrible and while I want to lower my car a bit, I would really prefer to not compromise any ride comfort (improving it over stock would be ideal).
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Later this week, I will change the rebound and compression to the softest settings. And see how it rides. I will report back.
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04-24-2017, 03:47 PM | #22 |
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And now for my brief track review.
Our local track is short. 2.4 km. This was my third track day with the M2. Before installing MP coilovers, my best lap was 1:28.41. With MP installed my best lap was 1:27.43. I have to add, that our track day was cut short. I only got 2 sessions in when it started pouring rain. I was just getting used to the new setup so I'm sure I can shave a couple tenths off that time. Car has less body roll now. And it is more tail happy, which I like. But there is still tons of grip at the back. This car is a joy to drive. Pretty happy. Not much more I can say right now. My next track day will be in june. Can't wait...
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