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What else to bear in mind when lowering a 182?



  E92 M3, BG 182
Just wondering what else to bear in mind with regards to suspension geometry when lowering springs are fitted? My 182 has Eibach Sportlines - what happens to camber and toe when these are fitted compared to standard ride height? Do I need a way to adjust camber in combination with the lowering springs (bolts/shims, front and rear)?
Ktec website says camber bolts are a must for lowered cars - is that right?
Finally what do wheel spacers do for handling - obviously move the wheels further out from the hubs so wider stance but how does that change how the car feels? Any recommendations for spacer sizes front and rear?
Thanks.
Dave.
 
Wouldn't bother with spacers unless needed due to looks, an alignment should always be undertaken after messing with the suspension. Camber bolts aren't really needed for a road car unless lowering it as made the camber uneven. Find your local garage with Hunter Hawkeye equipment and get them to check it, normally only cost £10-15 for a check without adjustment and if the camber is out get bolts and then go back and have them set it up properly with camber and toe.
 
  E92 M3, BG 182
OK, so how does lowering a car change camber? Does it make it more positive or negative?
 


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