Front Bilstein length

#1

Hi all,

I was installing the spec front suspension and noticed the Bilstein leaves about a pinky’s gap between the perch pad and the H&R race spring. Is that normal?

I was concerned enough to remove it and reinstall the Koni. The Koni sport is about an inch shorter.

My part numbers are:
F4-P36-0335-H0
EBS-BMW3/1(F)

On similar note: Beware that Powerflex control arm bushings do not fit all arms. The new Meyle arms I have are beefier than the ones that the Powerflex were designed for. I spent an hour trying to grind out the hole in the bushing with no luck. That lesson is costing me.

Thanks-

Post edited by: teufelauto, at: 2006/04/28 20:25

#2

I had the same experience when I was installing mine. I figured it was just because the H&R race springs are much shorter than stock which results in the gap. I just made sure the springs were seated in the perch/pad properly while lowering the car off the jack. I assume this is normal. Anyone else?

#3

Yep, they’re short… just make sure the spring lines up properly with the perch when you lower the car back down after working on them.

#4

Thank you.
I’m guessing the sway bar will help keep the inside corner spring somewhat seated in the turns. -if I can figure out how to mount the bushings.