Should I lower suspension if using 17inch rims?

[Playtennis]

Hi Bros,

I have just changed to a 17 inch rim on my E46 Sedan and I have heard that it is advisable to lower my suspension too or else it can cause damage to my vehicle's lower arms which are costly to replace. Can I verify if this is true? :roll:

If there is a need to lower the car, how much lower from orginal height should I go for?

Cheers!
Jenn

 

[chickenbackside]

Re: Should I lower suspension if using 17inch rims?

Change to 17" must lower suspension or else will damage lower arms??

That's the most absurd thing I've heard...

Lowering your car will only put MORE stress on your car's suspension as there is less srping travel to absorb shocks. Guess where the shocks are then transmitted to?

 

[carpolishservice]

Re: Should I lower suspension if using 17inch rims?

control arm bush is the only thing u have to worry abt. i think i change it 2 times with pml...and btw, i am using 19inches...17" must lower spring...very cute...was your friend trying to sell u his spring?...btw, i change the control arm bush foc...coz car was still under warranty...

 

[Playtennis]

Re: Should I lower suspension if using 17inch rims?

OK, got it. No need to lower suspensions. Thanks for the advise..