Best EDC compatible Street Coilover Setup

[whitedc5]

Have you looked into Tractive coilovers? From the feedback on here, sounds like they may be the most comfortable setup. May be worth the investment if you're looking for the best ride quality.

[hellokitty]

Originally Posted by whitedc5

Have you looked into Tractive coilovers? From the feedback on here, sounds like they may be the most comfortable setup. May be worth the investment if you're looking for the best ride quality.

Evolve just released their DDC dampers made by Bilstein.

[RElias21]

Originally Posted by hellokitty

Evolve just released their DDC dampers made by Bilstein.

Yes, but they also need a set of springs…I currently have MP-HAS, which are not compatible.

I may wait to see some customer feedback on these. Would be interested to hear how they compare to some of the known coilover setups.

[swagon]

Originally Posted by Nyc911

Yes they were tucked at the highest setting until I installed the spacers. W the spacers I’d say they are at about a 1.5 finger gap in the rear

The thing with BMW is, they've got differently sized wheel arches. Just look at how level the side skirt is with the ground, despite it having more wheel gap up front. You cannot have even wheel gap front and rear without giving the car too much rake, which does come with its negatives in terms of handling. Won't probably notice on the street, but that's not to say it doesn't have any effect.

Although, it is true that KW, as per usual, developed their kits only on the M4 which, if I recall, sits higher in the rear.

[5218201a]

Ditch the MP Has and go for a full coilover setup, that's what I did. Night and day difference.

I went with tractive and never been happier
It completely transformed the car to another level in all modes.

[CruzM3]

Originally Posted by 5218201a

Ditch the MP Has and go for a full coilover setup, that's what I did. Night and day difference.

I went with tractive and never been happier
It completely transformed the car to another level in all modes.

Did you go with their touring or track setup?

[5218201a]

Originally Posted by CruzM3

Did you go with their touring or track setup?

Originally Posted by CruzM3

Did you go with their touring or track setup?

The touring package coz I still daily my car.

Their track setup is quite extreme and more suitable for people chasing PBs

[TR930]

Originally Posted by 5218201a

The touring package coz I still daily my car.

Their track setup is quite extreme and more suitable for people chasing PBs

+1 on Tractive Touring. Incredible setup for street.

[njavier03]

Originally Posted by 5218201a

Ditch the MP Has and go for a full coilover setup, that's what I did. Night and day difference.

I went with tractive and never been happier
It completely transformed the car to another level in all modes.

you went from the MP HAS to tractive?

[5218201a]

Originally Posted by njavier03

you went from the MP HAS to tractive?

Originally Posted by njavier03

you went from the MP HAS to tractive?

Yes

[deli333]

kw ddc is the safest bet if you want a slight and bearable upgrade from stock.

kw v3 is good if you have 35 profile fronts otherwise you won't like them at proper settings. chassis gets upset as fronts can't cope with impact, assist from tyres needed.

and lastly suspension is all about personal preference and unfortunately you will have to test it by yourself. therefore kw ddc seems like the safest bet (currently what I use) but i am planning to switch to nitron r3 or cs 3 ways as I want car to be glued to the road.

[ellipsis212]

Idk if you're still looking at these but I've had the ddc for a couple years and can at least confirm that they're very comfortable compared to stock or lowered stock shocks.

The modes aren't terribly different either so they've softened up all 3 imo but harshness isn't really a feature of a great street suspension. The car performs nicely and feels planted under everything I can throw at it. Grip is noticeably improved over imperfect surfaces.

The rears don't have to be slammed if you just add the spacer.

I only think they could be improved by having a stiffer sport plus setting but friends have told me they can't believe how nice the ride is as low as I've got it and rolling on 20" rubber bands. Seems like a good outcome

[TheMaster1971NL]

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

KW or B16, the KW is more street friendly. B16 is geared more for the track with a stiffer suspension.

Tractive touring is the best 👌🏼