[Prollig]

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.

[M2joey]

Originally Posted by Prollig

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.

Nothing first hand, yet.

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.

[Jevi Javi]

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...

[Twt]

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.

[Prollig]

Originally Posted by Twt

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.

Thanks for the feedback. I also noticed quite a bit of body roll on the stock M2 suspension. But that's compared to an e36 track car with solid bushings and coilovers.

But if you can reduce body roll and get similar compliance on street roads, then that's what i'm looking for.

[M2 Blur]

Originally Posted by Prollig

Thanks for the feedback. I also noticed quite a bit of body roll on the stock M2 suspension. But that's compared to an e36 track car with solid bushings and coilovers.

But if you can reduce body roll and get similar compliance on street roads, then that's what i'm looking for.

As for street... the MP CO's reduces roll and are very compliant. It increased road feel and confidence. If I didn't know I did it... the ride comfort is very similar using the recommended spec's. I had My M2 corner balanced, ride height fine tuned and tow set to the MP CO spec. I've been very happy after 3 weeks/500 miles of driving.

[Prollig]

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.

[jayg80]

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.

[Twt]

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.

[Wangspeed]

The deal killer on these, for me, was the inability to increase camber. I went with Ohlins with custom spring rates, and Vorshlag plates.

[Twt]

Originally Posted by Wangspeed

The deal killer on these, for me, was the inability to increase camber. I went with Ohlins with custom spring rates, and Vorshlag plates.

I'm confused...no coilovers allow you to adjust camber. I used GC plates with my MP coilovers and everything is now adjustable.

[Prollig]

Originally Posted by Twt

I'm confused...no coilovers allow you to adjust camber. I used GC plates with my MP coilovers and everything is now adjustable.

Twt Are the GC camber plates solid or rubber bushing? The car still feels alright on the street? No harness or NVH?

[Spinnetti]

Originally Posted by M2 Blur

As for street... the MP CO's reduces roll and are very compliant. It increased road feel and confidence. If I didn't know I did it... the ride comfort is very similar using the recommended spec's. I had My M2 corner balanced, ride height fine tuned and tow set to the MP CO spec. I've been very happy after 3 weeks/500 miles of driving.

Did you have it corner weighted with you in it? - If you are going that far, may as well go all the way!

[Twt]

Originally Posted by Spinnetti

Did you have it corner weighted with you in it? - If you are going that far, may as well go all the way!

The shop always asks for the drivers weight to corner balance correctly....does not add any cost/ time to do it right.

[Twt]

Originally Posted by Prollig

Twt Are the GC camber plates solid or rubber bushing? The car still feels alright on the street? No harness or NVH?

I believe they are solid but you retain the factory rubber piece on top of the spring. It is a very well made product that is fuilly adjustable. I did not notice any noise issues and the ride did not suffer.

http:// http://www.ground-control-st.../II=994/CA=187

[Jevi Javi]

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.

[M2 Blur]

Originally Posted by Spinnetti

Did you have it corner weighted with you in it? - If you are going that far, may as well go all the way!

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!

[Twt]

Originally Posted by M2 Blur

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!

I agree. The guy who sets up my suspension is a former Ferrari team crew chief and he says you are wasting your money on track mods if you don't balance first. He did my C5Z for years, my M2 and even our e30 Chump....it really helps.
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.

[Prollig]

Originally Posted by M2 Blur

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!

Darin and West End are the best. Night and day difference on my track car. Worth every penny.

[champ_87]

Originally Posted by Jevi Javi

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.

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).

[Jevi Javi]

Originally Posted by champ_87

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).

So I installed my MP coilovers like 2 weeks ago. I only have driven 200 km on the street. I set the suspension at factory settings. As expected, the ride is stiffer than stock. I notice it more at lower speeds. Roads around here are bad. Lots of irregular roads and broken pavement. Similar to New England (US) I have to add that I have camber plates and adjustable endlinks which do not help for comfort. I dont daily drive my M2. But if I had to. I could. In my opinion the added stiffness is not so bad. There is still room to make the suspension feel softer.

Later this week, I will change the rebound and compression to the softest settings. And see how it rides. I will report back.

[Jevi Javi]

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...