As far as I'm aware coilovers for E46 are universal fitment.. some state 4cyl or 6cyl only but if you look at the likes of hottuning's coilover sets they are simply E46 fitment.
I do know from experience though that on the compact you need shortened front droplinks when going more than 50mm on the front :thumbsup
As far as I'm aware coilovers for E46 are universal fitment.. some state 4cyl or 6cyl only but if you look at the likes of hottuning's coilover sets they are simply E46 fitment.
I do know from experience though that on the compact you need shortened front droplinks when going more than 50mm on the front :thumbsup
Nice thread, am on the lookout for a set too for my Compact ... what do you guys recommend, preferably not too expensive without being sh!te either ... not looking to drop more than 30mm
I agree, although based on some preliminary searches, a set of coilovers of a half decent brand seem around the price as a suspension kit of a half-decent brand, sometimes cheaper. Sort of flip a coin moment I think I might just opt for OEM shocks and stick on good brand springs, split the difference.
In fact, no, based on the deals HT has, I'll contact HT as well :thumbsup
Depending on your budget the Weitec suspension kits are awesome, aswell as the H&R cup kits.. also for mid range good coilies you can't go far wrong with AP :thumbsup
Based on the prices I seen online, they ranged from like 600-900 notes for a good brand suspension kit (shocks+springs), which is more than I'm prepared to spend, its not like I'm tracking or going crazy power etc. I don't need top spec, just decent spec for better suspension than stock for use on the roads for daily driving with some periods of giggle-fun.
This in comparison to £165 notes for a coilover set delivered from HT in Belgium, with a 3 year guarantee. At that price its easily affordable to replace the whole set after 3 years if need be. Unless they're absolutely awful, I think thats a real bargain.
I asked HT about the shortened droplinks and they reckon its mainly if you drop more than 40mm? I should be alright, but may order a pair anyway, just in case I plan on dropping the deck further in the future
Thanks Guys. Bought them already and perfect fit....
Great coilovers and no noice now...
Perfect....
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