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SACHS M Sport Absorber

Discussion in 'E60, E61' started by Eiffel, Sep 7, 2018.

  1. Eiffel

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    Hey guys,

    I wan to upgrade my stock absorber to Sachs m sport absorber without changing the spring, is it good idea? Some people advise me to remain the spring.

    I remain the spring because to remain some comfort...

    Please shares your view or setup=)
     
  2. Herbert

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    I recently replaced my standard suspension system to that of M Sport system (front & rear). I bought the Sach M Sport absorbers from BA. You need to replace the standard coil springs to that of M Sport coil spring as there is a difference. Also you need to get the M Sport bump stop. You can buy used M Sport coil springs from chop shop but make sure you get the correct one.

    Without replacing the coil springs to that of M Sport, you won't get the full benefits as the M Sport damping is different from non-M Sport. With M Sport suspension system now, you feel lots of different especially so taking fast corners and high speed.
     
  3. Eiffel

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    Hi Herbet, the bump stop means absorber mounting?

    If only replace Sach M sport absorber without changing M Sport bump stop and coil spring ok also right if dun wan too stiff?

    Thanks a lot ..
     
  4. Herbert

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    Without the M Sport coil spring & bump stop, you may as well just buy the normal Sach absorber. It isn't about stiffness, it is more about the damping characteristics of a full M sport suspension system.
     
  5. Herbert

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    [​IMG]Bump stop & dust cover
     
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    Herbert Well-Known Member

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    You should not be promoting your Reiber product here. You should actually apply to become a club vendor.
     
  7. Chris2808

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    Hi Herbert may i know how could i apply to become a club vendor?
    i have tried to browse around and couldn't find the tab to it.
     
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