SILVER Coilover
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rt4ouredz
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Re: SILVER Coilover
bro..
i am deciding on changing to coilover too.
wanna share some thought with you.
just my 2cts.
flame me not if i provide wrong info.
understand currently APi RS coilover is selling like hotcakes now..
but installation compare with japan car is a huge different.
den again compare with BCBR, 25% cheaper..
bro..
i am deciding on changing to coilover too.
wanna share some thought with you.
just my 2cts.
flame me not if i provide wrong info.
understand currently APi RS coilover is selling like hotcakes now..
but installation compare with japan car is a huge different.
den again compare with BCBR, 25% cheaper..
Blur-Sotong
Member
Re: SILVER Coilover
would be great if some of you that already change them covers post a pic.
I am planning to do a major mod here and there to my soon to be E90.
would be great if some of you that already change them covers post a pic.
I am planning to do a major mod here and there to my soon to be E90. 
sandman369
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Re: SILVER Coilover
Probably some Taiwan stuff. IMO, for handling parts, I would stay stock unless it's a reputed aftermarket part.
It's a BMW after all, counter productive to have these ("possibly inferior") parts in place
cwoon;856350 said:
Probably some Taiwan stuff. IMO, for handling parts, I would stay stock unless it's a reputed aftermarket part.
It's a BMW after all, counter productive to have these ("possibly inferior") parts in place
Seraphblade
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Re: SILVER Coilover
API is made in taiwan, so do not be fooled by the branding (Australia Performance Innovations or something)...
I've many friends that are on it, both the type RS and type RA, but none on BMW.. (Some on VW Sciroccos, mainly on jap cars like Hondas and Subaru)
They are really value for money for the type of specs they provide, esp for the type RA. With external canister, independent bump and rebound setting for just 2k ++...
You cannot compare the API coils with top brands as these are budget coils (with features...)
Civic Type R users say that API is more comfortable then their stock coils... (Cos CTR is a track setup, and the stock handling > API)
STi and EVOs like the feel of the firmness, but it's just firm, firm, firm... Nothing else... And heats up too fast (even with external canister) so it can only last like 3 - 4 laps in sepang...
I will not recommend API for our cars as BMW is meant for progressive body roll into the corner, not throw in a set of firm coils and expect the handling to improve... BMW's handling isn't meant for that, nor do I think firm coils will help improve anything...
API is made in taiwan, so do not be fooled by the branding (Australia Performance Innovations or something)...
I've many friends that are on it, both the type RS and type RA, but none on BMW.. (Some on VW Sciroccos, mainly on jap cars like Hondas and Subaru)
They are really value for money for the type of specs they provide, esp for the type RA. With external canister, independent bump and rebound setting for just 2k ++...
You cannot compare the API coils with top brands as these are budget coils (with features...)
Civic Type R users say that API is more comfortable then their stock coils... (Cos CTR is a track setup, and the stock handling > API)
STi and EVOs like the feel of the firmness, but it's just firm, firm, firm... Nothing else... And heats up too fast (even with external canister) so it can only last like 3 - 4 laps in sepang...
I will not recommend API for our cars as BMW is meant for progressive body roll into the corner, not throw in a set of firm coils and expect the handling to improve... BMW's handling isn't meant for that, nor do I think firm coils will help improve anything...
cwoon
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Re: SILVER Coilover
Installed SILVER Neomax............ cant really comment much since I nvr tried KW or BC or APi .......... but for $1.3k I got nothing to complain lah. It has got 30 adjustable settings from firm to comfort .... so depending on ur use u can set it according to you needs. Previously I was on H&R lowering spring and the tyres are fully inside the fender. Right now with SILVER there's a 1 finger gap.
Tried cornering with this new setup, I must say its more confident and road holding is good. But tts just my review. Perhaps those who have tried better coil will appreciate the good ones better.
Installed SILVER Neomax............ cant really comment much since I nvr tried KW or BC or APi .......... but for $1.3k I got nothing to complain lah. It has got 30 adjustable settings from firm to comfort .... so depending on ur use u can set it according to you needs. Previously I was on H&R lowering spring and the tyres are fully inside the fender. Right now with SILVER there's a 1 finger gap.
Tried cornering with this new setup, I must say its more confident and road holding is good. But tts just my review. Perhaps those who have tried better coil will appreciate the good ones better.
Aaron_BMW
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Re: SILVER Coilover
i am using BC BR
copied from my previous post......
for the lowered looks,better cornering and more stability while travelling high speed.
i like the height adjustable and damper adjustable features.
gives me full control for the as low as possible on the road demand.
damper setting is easy to adjust for the front shocks.
for the rear, most coilover requires u to remove many panels to be able to reach the adjusting knob.
my coilover's damper settings for the rear is able to add on the extension cable and adjust the damper settings as and when u like.
very useful if u wanna travel long distance or before track.
front spring rate is 7KG
rear spring rate is 11KG
adjustable pillow mount replaces the stock suspension mounting and allows u to set the camber angel.
the front damper adjustable knob just below the original strut bar.
installation
front shocks
rear shocks
removal of all internal panels in booth
damper adjustable knob in the booth
add on the extension cable
now the rear damper can be easily adjusted.
final looks after lowering.
i am using BC BR
copied from my previous post......
for the lowered looks,better cornering and more stability while travelling high speed.
i like the height adjustable and damper adjustable features.
gives me full control for the as low as possible on the road demand.
damper setting is easy to adjust for the front shocks.
for the rear, most coilover requires u to remove many panels to be able to reach the adjusting knob.
my coilover's damper settings for the rear is able to add on the extension cable and adjust the damper settings as and when u like.
very useful if u wanna travel long distance or before track.
front spring rate is 7KG
rear spring rate is 11KG
adjustable pillow mount replaces the stock suspension mounting and allows u to set the camber angel.
the front damper adjustable knob just below the original strut bar.
installation
front shocks
rear shocks
removal of all internal panels in booth
damper adjustable knob in the booth
add on the extension cable
now the rear damper can be easily adjusted.
final looks after lowering.
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Jetpilot
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Re: SILVER Coilover
hey TS, if silver cost 1.3k, I rather you go for ST Coilover.
It's the brother of KW if you find KW rather pricey. However you have to wait a little longer for the items as they don't keep stock.
I used to be on Taiwanese brand D2 on my Jap car. Cheap and good but very hard. I am not sure how's the comfort on the 3 series with Taiwanese brand.
If you are someone that love hard ride, go for BC brand as they are famous for being darn hard. *DENG DENG!*
However, having too hard a ride isn't too good for road cornering. (I know some bros will fxxx me for saying this and say I tok crap. Here be out first, pleaseeeee.)
Having a very hard suspension is darn good for circuit driving because circuit track are usually flat out unlike certain road that has strips or uneven. When the suspension is darn hard, the car is darn stable at high speed cornering and you won't feel much of the bodyroll. However when you take corner with strips or a slight hump at high speed, it is a different story. The car skips to one side and this can be pretty dangerous. For instance, Lentor towards CTE corner is a good example. I saw my friend car skipped taking that corner at 100km/h after hitting the small hump on the flyover.
You also must weigh over if you do bother about your passengers' comfort. Too hard a ride won't be too comfortable for long driving.
Try to ask for a joy ride on a silver to see if you like the setup. Do bear in mind, you can tune the damper rate. Am not sure how big a difference that can be. Some brands when you tune to a lower damper rate, the car feels sloppy and when you turn to higher damper rate, you feel too harsh. Then you will feel darn frustrated
p/s: sorry TS. abit slow to reply you. hope you are enjoying your coil and as long you are enjoying who cares what brand.
hey TS, if silver cost 1.3k, I rather you go for ST Coilover.
It's the brother of KW if you find KW rather pricey. However you have to wait a little longer for the items as they don't keep stock.
I used to be on Taiwanese brand D2 on my Jap car. Cheap and good but very hard. I am not sure how's the comfort on the 3 series with Taiwanese brand.
If you are someone that love hard ride, go for BC brand as they are famous for being darn hard. *DENG DENG!*
However, having too hard a ride isn't too good for road cornering. (I know some bros will fxxx me for saying this and say I tok crap. Here be out first, pleaseeeee.
) Having a very hard suspension is darn good for circuit driving because circuit track are usually flat out unlike certain road that has strips or uneven. When the suspension is darn hard, the car is darn stable at high speed cornering and you won't feel much of the bodyroll. However when you take corner with strips or a slight hump at high speed, it is a different story. The car skips to one side and this can be pretty dangerous. For instance, Lentor towards CTE corner is a good example. I saw my friend car skipped taking that corner at 100km/h after hitting the small hump on the flyover.
You also must weigh over if you do bother about your passengers' comfort. Too hard a ride won't be too comfortable for long driving.
Try to ask for a joy ride on a silver to see if you like the setup. Do bear in mind, you can tune the damper rate. Am not sure how big a difference that can be. Some brands when you tune to a lower damper rate, the car feels sloppy and when you turn to higher damper rate, you feel too harsh. Then you will feel darn frustrated
p/s: sorry TS. abit slow to reply you. hope you are enjoying your coil and as long you are enjoying who cares what brand.
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cwoon
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Re: SILVER Coilover
Hahaha Tks Bro Jetpilot.
I have since changed my ride after installing SILVER.
All I can say about SILVER is "SUCKS"
My current ride using BC coilover now. Much better than SILVER.
But I guess no way comparable to KW. But for the price of BC coil I think its acceptable.
Hahaha Tks Bro Jetpilot.
I have since changed my ride after installing SILVER.
All I can say about SILVER is "SUCKS"
My current ride using BC coilover now. Much better than SILVER.
But I guess no way comparable to KW. But for the price of BC coil I think its acceptable.
Re: SILVER Coilover
On the basis of my previous rides jdms which have done 2 coil over changes was
Bcbr ???street coil overs the better range type compared to the track range type.
Pretty good for the price abit more expensive compared to the track type.
I was also on bilstein which is non adjustable but lowered but 1.5 finger.
Price are similar.
Both last me for about 1 year. Then the rear guys will feel floating...
Bc coil I set to extreme comfy ...
Depend what u want... Handling maybe arb, engine struts, coil ie... Bilstein ?
I dunno what models they hv n how much for yr ride...
But I would go for bilstein if price about same.
On the basis of my previous rides jdms which have done 2 coil over changes was
Bcbr ???street coil overs the better range type compared to the track range type.
Pretty good for the price abit more expensive compared to the track type.
I was also on bilstein which is non adjustable but lowered but 1.5 finger.
Price are similar.
Both last me for about 1 year. Then the rear guys will feel floating...
Bc coil I set to extreme comfy ...
Depend what u want... Handling maybe arb, engine struts, coil ie... Bilstein ?
I dunno what models they hv n how much for yr ride...
But I would go for bilstein if price about same.
Jetpilot
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Re: SILVER Coilover
You are most welcome! just sharing what I experienced.
BC has been in the market for ages so it has gained enough market experience but for Silver a pretty new brand if I am not wrong.
Like I said, as long you are happy, who cares what brand. hahahaha...
Cheers!
cwoon;964532 said:
You are most welcome! just sharing what I experienced.
BC has been in the market for ages so it has gained enough market experience but for Silver a pretty new brand if I am not wrong.
Like I said, as long you are happy, who cares what brand. hahahaha...
Cheers!
