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Old 09-27-2012, 01:13 PM
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my 550xdrive m looks ridiculis, like a 4x4! i understand that h and r springs are not a good option, horrible ride and bad for the front driveshaft. can anybody reccomend a good set that wont damage the car and give you a nice ride height????
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Old 09-27-2012, 02:34 PM
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Most around here have gone with ACS if lowering is desired. If looks of the ride height didn't matter, then many others, like myself, went with Dinan.
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Old 09-27-2012, 03:45 PM
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Both springs mentioned above have several positive reviews for improving handling, but neither gives a significant drop. I think Dinan markets 1/2" drop, ACS 1".

Probably not low enough if you're going for looks/ride height, but there are a bunch of before and after pics if you search.
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