It has begun!

Powerbeast · 07-30-2013, 07:29 PM

My modding addiction.

M54ccibo · 07-30-2013, 07:44 PM

Rob///M5 · 07-30-2013, 07:45 PM

Ballsy place to start! I would love to check out your KW install when complete. I'm very curious to see how it compares to stock ride and performance. Let's get a mountain run lined up sometime soon, if you're up for it.

Powerbeast · 07-30-2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob///M5

Ballsy place to start! I would love to check out your KW install when complete. I'm very curious to see how it compares to stock ride and performance. Let's get a mountain run lined up sometime soon, if you're up for it.

I have friends that swear by these and say the ride is better that stock, I have had nothing but great experience with KW products.

Bokke · 07-30-2013, 08:15 PM

Oh no!!

h4nh · 07-30-2013, 09:03 PM

how do you like the akra's?

mdosu · 07-30-2013, 09:20 PM

Wow, if this is anywhere close to what you did with that E90 M3, this car would be epic!

Nice color choice btw! (not bias at all)

Jay-K · 07-30-2013, 09:49 PM

wow, this is going to be interesting!

M54ccibo · 07-30-2013, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerbeast

I have friends that swear by these and say the ride is better that stock, I have had nothing but great experience with KW products.

I'm right there with both of you. I'd like the ride of OEM (or better) with the height setting of a bit less drop than what I have now. I really am having a hard time waiting for Dec. for the DDC kit to have on-the-fly adjustability - not of ride height, of course.

mwlmd · 07-30-2013, 10:08 PM

What is this DDC kit you speak of!!

M54ccibo · 07-30-2013, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mwlmd

What is this DDC kit you speak of!!

Ahh...KW coilover that has Dynamic Damping Control (DDC). In a nutshell it is similar to our OEM setup with three settings: Comfort, Normal, and Sport - all are customizable.

Get this, it also can be ordered with a WiFi controller which interacts with an iOS app allowing you to set the car up from the phone and you can send your specific settings to other users for their KW setup. Cool, eh?

The KW folks at Bimmerfest were saying later this year, around Christmas. Probably won't integrate with the stock buttons or display, but that is OK with me...if I keep OEM-like rebound/damping options!

http://www.kw-suspension.com/us/kw_ddc.php

bclk55 · 07-31-2013, 01:20 AM

Great choice on the Akrapovic! You'll love it! This exhaust sound so good paired with the AMS catless downpipes!

FrozenM3nace · 07-31-2013, 01:24 AM

Damn! I can't wait to see how this turns out!

hsiaochinsan · 07-31-2013, 01:53 AM

Exciting!

Powerbeast · 07-31-2013, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by bclk55

Great choice on the Akrapovic! You'll love it! This exhaust sound so good paired with the AMS catless downpipes!

I really really want to do the DPs but I heard I won't be able to get rid of my check engine light after installing these. What to do?

lsmkr01 · 07-31-2013, 08:14 AM

Already?? You have severe car modding ADD.... but i'm glad you let us all in on the process

I'm surprised you didn't go with Ohlins since you usually put top of the line parts on your car. Are those the clubsport ones?

Nate@IND · 07-31-2013, 08:23 AM

wow that is fast modding. I vote for some AMS catted downpipes with the Akra

Powerbeast · 07-31-2013, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by lsmkr01

Already?? You have severe car modding ADD.... but i'm glad you let us all in on the process

I'm surprised you didn't go with Ohlins since you usually put top of the line parts on your car. Are those the clubsport ones?

I'm a fan of KW, I went with V3s.

greentrbo95gst · 07-31-2013, 09:40 AM

Wow, you definitely didnt waste any time.
I never tried KW's, but I still have PSS10's on my e46 and love them.

mwlmd · 07-31-2013, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by M54ccibo

Ahh...KW coilover that has Dynamic Damping Control (DDC). In a nutshell it is similar to our OEM setup with three settings: Comfort, Normal, and Sport - all are customizable.

Get this, it also can be ordered with a WiFi controller which interacts with an iOS app allowing you to set the car up from the phone and you can send your specific settings to other users for their KW setup. Cool, eh?

The KW folks at Bimmerfest were saying later this year, around Christmas. Probably won't integrate with the stock buttons or display, but that is OK with me...if I keep OEM-like rebound/damping options!

http://www.kw-suspension.com/us/kw_ddc.php

That looks fantastic! I don't see why the DDC controls can't be integrated into the car electronics like they are in the VW.

I wonder what the price will be for the F10 M5 DDC kit.

bclk55 · 07-31-2013, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Powerbeast

I really really want to do the DPs but I heard I won't be able to get rid of my check engine light after installing these. What to do?

AMS catted downpipes does not throw a CEL. If you go catless you'll need a pair of microcats. I went AMS catless and so far I am loving it. Totally transformed the car. Got the CEL during the Targa Vegas run, but I'm having microcats put in this week. I'll let you know how it turns out. I'll be at C&C Irvine along with the #M5ARMY if anyone wants to hear it.

boots · 07-31-2013, 11:49 AM

I want more video of that guy laughing during filming. He had me rolling! My wife thought something was wrong with me. Can't wait to see your car lowered on those kw. It will look smooth for sure.

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