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      05-02-2018, 07:41 PM   #1
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I placed an order through EAS today for ST coilovers, which is from the same manufacturer and very similar to the KW V1, except it has galvanized steel instead of stainless.

My main priority is reducing the body roll and float ones that feels like dukes of hazzard over imperfect roads. Otherwise, I am happy with how nimble this car feels. In fact, I'd probably have never had a problem with the base suspension had I never joined this forum

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Might as well also reduce the xdrive appearance on my RWD 328i. The Minimum adjustment in the rear is 1.2", so I figured a 1.5" drop would look fairly stock without covering the top of the sidewall. I think ideal height for me would be having about a .5-.75" gap from fender to wheel, such as Jchan112's F30 on KW V1 attached below.

Does anyone have experience to know if I'd be happy with a 1.5" or so drop?

Or should I be looking to leave it at the highest setting?
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Do you often drive where the car may scrape the pavement? In OC, there are quite a few parking lots with a steeper than average edit / entry angle.

My humble opinion only: 1.5" drop is a bit too much for typical daily driving.
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Do you often drive where the car may scrape the pavement? In OC, there are quite a few parking lots with a steeper than average edit / entry angle.

My humble opinion only: 1.5" drop is a bit too much for typical daily driving.
Minimum adjustment is 1.2" on these coilovers. I'm starting to think maybe 1.2" front and 1.2" rear may be my best option after taking to suspension buddies.
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