DIY install M Performance Height Adjustable Suspension (HAS) In an F80 BMW M3 (same as Dinan and KW)

[@jim1013yyf]

Bravo sir! I just bought a set of coilover for the F82 and a local shop quoted me 9hr labor ($1900) for the installation only, excluding alignment. It is RIDICULOUS!

[@TommyLGarage]

Ooooff run away from them!

[@kamilm4656]

I was changing front dampers in my local shop and when I asked why they want to charge so much they told me that it takes 5 working hours 😳

[@kamilm4656]

I guess it standard time which BMW predicts for this type of labor

[@TommyLGarage]

ImOn Caffeine way too long. I did all four in less time

[@KiesMotorsports]

Dude, great video! I’ll go as far to say one of your best!

[@TommyLGarage]

Kies Motorsports wow now that’s a big statement. Thanks Bryan!

[@biggboi1967]

Tommy L Garage.. are you going to make a video with an update on the new springs.? I’d like to know how you like them.

[@marlborom2c829]

No doubt its rapidly become one of my go to channels

[@swjsalaam]

This may be a silly question, I couldn’t find the answer online and just had to know. Is it possible to keep coil springs over your strut, and have the springs mounted on the control arm? What are the pro or cons of doing this?

[@locofeo84]

So here's the deal Tommy, your videos are AWESOME! Appreciate you taking the time of documenting/narrating your mods. As for the deal, you've convinced me to pick up a '17 F80! Just sealed the deal today! One condition though, you gotta promise to never remove your videos off of KZbin!! lol... I'll be needing these! deal?!? Cheers from Houston, TX! Keep it up!

[@TommyLGarage]

You got a deal! Congrats on a great car by the way! ...I suggest mud flaps :)

[@Kid_Ellipsis]

Kinda blown away that you did this without removing front top hat and using a spring compressor, but it’s genius really. Nicely done!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!!!

[@Kid_Ellipsis]

Tommy L Garage I used your technique and it works perfectly as long as you’ve already installed lowering springs. For oem spring removal I have to recommend taking the unit out and using a compressor. As always your content is fantastic.

[@PaulSvk84]

Good job dude! I’ve had lowering springs sitting in the box for about 6 months now. I’ve been debating whether or not to install them myself or have a local shop do it. After watching this vid and seeing how straight forward the install is, I might do it! Thanks for the tutorial dude!

[@TommyLGarage]

PaulSvk84 Absolutely. It is very straightforward and the front is actually a lot easier than the back.

[@leonidasrozon2201]

Awesome tutorial. Crazy how much work goes into this

[@TommyLGarage]

Leonidas Rozon thanks. But honestly it’s not that bad of a job

[@gianni_schicchi]

Thank you for the torque specs! Why are these always so hard to find. And thanks for the tip on the clips at 10:50 I thought I broke something when neither refused to clip back in.

[@TommyLGarage]

I hope the video helped! Thanks for watching

[@rishabhsharma4079]

Dude honestly your videos and the step by steps are just amazing! Love your channel

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for the love!!

[@GIll114]

I don't even own an m3, but I am enjoying the video

[@TommyLGarage]

Nice! Thanks for the love

[@TheRealNaturalOne]

Loved the vid! Nice to see someone that’s not a self proclaimed top Machic doing a great job!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thank you!!!!

[@ohgivemeabreakfeller]

Just a word of advice - the grub screw in the spring perch (front struct - see 27m 13secs) are metal. Swap them out for nylon screws like KW uses or you'll find them impossible to release in a few months. Just 9 months after I installed my BMW HAS kit, I had a full chassis tune and the grub screws were seized requiring drilling a tapping entirely new retainers!

[@TommyLGarage]

ohgivemeabreakfeller oh damn. That’s interested. Might swap it out. Thanks!!

[@TommyLGarage]

ohgivemeabreakfeller do you have a link? Any idea what size it is ?

[@ohgivemeabreakfeller]

Tommy L Garage I’m guessing it’s probably M3 size (the thread size, NOT the car - ha!). It doesn’t need to be flush so I’d probably replace with something like these: www.amazon.com/Katosca-Spacers-Assortment-Waterproof-Accessories/dp/B07PPRYX7N It doesn’t need to be strong, it’s only to stop the perch from moving with vibration and only then the spring has no load.

[@TommyLGarage]

ohgivemeabreakfeller thanks!!!

[@boroboroae86]

Or put some grease/anti-seize on it. I drove my car for several winters with coilovers and the screw never got seized.

[@xbmc9526]

First time seeing the spring/strut removal method without using spring compressors. Very nice

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@hiphopsocnroc]

I just put in my order for some KW v4. Think I'm going to tackle this install my self. Tommy coming in clutch with the videos. Thank you brother! Hope you and yours are doing well!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! Any questions let me know

[@pjagger69]

Best upgrade you can do for any performance car. Have it corner weight adjusted and go track day driving and the car behaves the same predictable way in both left and right hand corners.

[@TommyLGarage]

pjagger69 agreed! Getting corner weights done next week

[@JulesAA88]

Thank you for this great instructional video. The chip you made in the back while replacing the rear suspension kept giving me a heart attack every time I looked at it.

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha I know. It was a super soft material

[@sleepytimemeditation3618]

The most impressive thing from the whole video is how you installed that sticker perfectly with one hand 😂😂

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha thanks

[@mfran268]

So according to the SA at BMW there is some programming involved. I had an independent shop install my MP HAS (saved $2K) so I don't have the programming on mine. I wonder if it makes it better🤔. It would be interesting to get a comparative review between having the programming and not having it.

[@TommyLGarage]

Honestly I don’t think it’s that important. Perhaps it makes the modes more pronounced. Either way - not worth the hassle IMO

[@keonim3610]

Anyone have an idea on what this specific programming is about? It’s not the same as calibrating the EDC is it? Also be sure to watch the removal of the EDC sensors. They are super fragile and can fail thus needing replacement.

[@jg_media9]

Learn something new everyday! Thanks for this video Tommy I really enjoy learning from you and your content 👊

[@TommyLGarage]

Speedy Gonz thanks !!

[@goldenshark1001]

Thank you for this video man! Got this same kit for my F82. You made the install easy for me!

[@TommyLGarage]

Glad it helped. And I hope you enjoy the setup!

[@getBMWparts]

Awesome DIY video!!! Thanks so much for the shout out!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks for all you do

[@teamshiitakeracing6671]

Can't wait to hear about the ride quality with the new suspension and 19" wheels.

[@TommyLGarage]

Team Shiitake Racing oh it’s great. Will have a post soon

[@chrisduran3007]

Great video as always, interesting and informative. Seeing that brake caliper resting on the ground shook me to my core though

[@TommyLGarage]

It will be okay :)

[@MrKarlfebel]

Did I miss the shot of the finished work! The diy video was awesome!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! If you check out my latest clips you’ll see how the car sits now. I’m super happy with the suspension

[@josetan1726]

Currently installing mine... Seems like you have experience with holding a shaft (5:28) lol... currently stuck with this process.. I have basic tools and can't undo the bolt on the strut/shaft... any recommendations? Thinking of stopping by autozone and getting vice grips but I highly doubt that will work..

[@AutoPilotgogogo]

Are you holding the camera with your mouth at 15:02? 😃 I admire your fearlessness. It’s an involved project, but you go through it very methodically and clearly. Excellent tutorial. And your little helper is great!

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha yes I was! Anything to make the shot ;)

[@hevendranarayansamy2793]

Great work Tommy. Please do a video on how the new suspension rides. Also video from kies auto show?

[@TommyLGarage]

Hevendra Narayansamy will have that update soon. And I was not filming at Kies. Bryan made a good video

[@faizanhaque2070]

Great video. Helpful to a guy who doesn’t know much

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@frederickhalljr8947]

That was a good tutorial of how to put on springs on F80 M3

[@TommyLGarage]

Frederick Hall Jr thanks!

[@TheCrosbyFiles]

Tommy - thanks so much for doing this. Going to start my upgrade shortly.

[@TommyLGarage]

Hope this helps!

[@Tonybagadonuts27]

Great video Tommy. Amazing how different it is from doing the KW HAS on my F10 M5. Nice job!

[@TommyLGarage]

m3summ is this easier or harder ?

[@Tonybagadonuts27]

@@TommyLGarage I wouldn't say harder, it was more to take apart. For example you gotta pull the back seats, the rear speakers etc. to just get the rear upper bolts off, and they are still a pain. I do all my own work, but I just had RSW - Redline Speed Worx in Greenbrook do it for me. Highly recommend them.

[@NASIR973]

How much did they charge to install that for you? that’s in my area need F30 springs installed

[@TommyLGarage]

NASIR973 where are you located ?

[@beraterdem8680]

Hey Tommy amazing video!! I know this is an older video but I need your help here. Are these lowering springs 15mm lower than the normal suspension even at the highest settings due to they’re being shorter? Let’s say I put these lowering springs on my car and have it at the lowest setting which is 20mm. Is the riding height going to be 35mm or 20mm lower compared to normal suspension?

[@TommyLGarage]

It will be 35mm or more lower. These go very low

[@balansubr]

Awesome video, thanks for doing it. Trying to follow this for a KW HAS install on a F83. One thing I noticed though is that for KW HAS the helper springs in the rear go at the bottom and not the top. Not sure if the MP HAS goes on top as shown in the video but KW HAS instruction manual shows the helper springs going at the bottom. Also, not sure how you got the eccentric bolt close to the camber alignment you marked with the sharpie. Do you do it before you torque the nut?

[@TommyLGarage]

I hope you were able to do this. Yes KW has a slightly different design from MP. And I was able to mark up the bolts before undoing any bolts.

[@nswartz911]

Hi Tommy, great video. I don’t think this was mentioned in the video, but were the springs you removed the stock M3 springs? I ask, because, I really like your approach of using the jack to compress instead of using a spring compressor, but want to make sure the stock springs will not be too tall in a relaxed state to remove from the car. Thanks.

[@TommyLGarage]

Springs were lowered but you can use the same method on oem springs

[@nswartz911]

@@TommyLGarage Many thanks for your reply. I'm installing M Performance Coil Overs into my M2 in a couple weeks. I'll give it a go without compressors~!

[@Bryan_exe.]

Wish you made this video a year ago, did this on my own with a post i saw on a forum, needless to say im confident i did this all right now haha.

[@TommyLGarage]

Then it was worth it!

[@michaellopez7577]

Great video! When is the post-installation review coming? Curious to hear how much it’s impacted comfort of daily driving.

[@TommyLGarage]

The plan is to shoot it sometime this week. Essentially nothing but positive feedback and I’m really glad I made the change

[@michaellopez7577]

You still doing a post-installation review?

[@forcedanonymity1791]

I installed the KW version to keep the EDC and it rides BEAUTIFULLY. Like stock only with a lower center of gravity. I’ve got the Comp. Pkg. 20” wheels and the wheel opening apex is about 1/2” of fender gap. Pretty damn low. Been through 5 different front carbon lips trying to find something that doesn’t get destroyed in Houston city streets. Ended up with a two piece design with an open center and they hug the bumper pretty close. They’ve still made contact on the underside on steep drives, but it’s worth it.

[@AHeatedMess]

I adjust my height with Louboutins 👍🏼👠

[@gewglesux]

My GF is Kinda short so thats what she does too.. and since her BD is coming up soon it means a trip to her favororite shop.. and an expensive day for me...We visited Paris last summer.... it was rough...

[@vaderwalks6790]

Bad bitch alert 🔥

[@jeffkierstein700]

Tommy, just watching this now. There is nothing to lock the rear spring adjuster in place, correct? The from has the small Allen bolt. I assume the weight of the car keeps the rear stable...thanks!

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes sir. No locking needed.

[@oishirley]

I literally love how easy it is to do the back which I need to because it is much to low and I wanna raise it on my e90.

[@TommyLGarage]

Oh it’s super easy

[@salehabuhameedah5316]

I have same ones installed , but how to adjust the height as I want ? Can anyone explain please (maybe refer an explanation video) Thanks

[@TommyLGarage]

You just twist the collar. And it will raise the springs

[@Californification]

Is changing the yellow bump stop in the rear totally necessary? Asking because if the benefit over OEM is negligible then it saves time on not having to remove the shocks. Thanks.

[@TommyLGarage]

If you’re not going to be super low then you’re right - not necessary. Or you can just cut oem with a knife a bit

[@MarkCalica]

“This is pretty long so you have to do a lot of screwing” that’s what she said lol... great job tommy, great setup for the track. Maybe in the future you can upgrade the struts with the bilstein unit that can be controlled with the electronic suspension mode

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha dirty mind!! I think these struts should be fine. I figured the springs were designed for these struts so why look for something else. Although my buddy picked up a set of JRZs and those are amazing

[@MarkCalica]

@@TommyLGarage Just an idea also just in case the struts do wear out overtime

[@kevingormal]

Tommy, question and I apologize if i missed this. the M Performance kit does NOT effect the Adaptive Sport Suspension options does it? I am wanting to stay OEM as well and maintain the feature with this kit. Can you confirm? I have 2016 with Comp/Exec/Lighting

[@TommyLGarage]

Nope it does not affect it at all. You can still retain it and it works well

[@adcampo7601]

Great videos. For the rear, I watched a vid where you undo the bolt under the shock and the far end control arm bolt at the frame instead of messing with the camber bolt. Would that be better?

[@TommyLGarage]

It would be faster but a bit harder since you’d have less space to maneuver

[@gabriosaurus053]

Very good install video with details ! I have a F87 M2 comp so i'll try to install the dinan has kit with your video! Thanks

[@TommyLGarage]

It should be very similar. Good luck!

[@gabriosaurus053]

@@TommyLGarage I think the only tool I don't have is the one for the top strut nut.

[@misteralmeida86]

I’m trying install a KW HAS KIT I can’t press the bracket as far as I’m the instructions state, I banged the hell out of it. Any suggestions?

[@TommyLGarage]

Keep hitting it. Or maybe rent a press ?

[@misteralmeida86]

Tommy L Garage thanks I’m going to give it a go tomorrow!

[@chriskage5217]

Thanks for this video. I don't plan on doing the HAS but it's good insight on how to do a spring swap

[@TommyLGarage]

Chris Kage you got it. It’s super easy

[@natemullen64]

Great video, thanks! Can this also be done on the competition version? Bigger wheels and diff suspension, not sure if this kit will be too low. Any ideas?

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks. My car is a competition model so it can be done. But the same thing applies to all F8X.

[@forcedanonymity1791]

It’s the same. I have the adaptive suspension on my Competition Package and installed the KW version to retain the EDC functionality/stock dampers and it’s the same. Follow the instructions especially concerning the location of the front black billet spring perch replacement as it’s supposed to be pressed on to a certain distance from the end of the damper tube and MAKE A VERTICAL MARK in-line with where the sway bar end link mount is BEFORE removing the factory spring perch. If you press the new perch on with the end link mount protrusion at the wrong angle, your end link won’t mount up correctly.

[@troyyerman7282]

Excellent, informative video. Very nice setup as well!

[@TommyLGarage]

Troy Yerman thanks !!!!

[@mattp9932]

Hey Tommy. Thanks again for the video. I did the fronts so far. Question for you. I have it set for 9 treads visible. How does it work? The fewer treads the lower the the car?

[@TommyLGarage]

Yes sir!

[@TorvekMotors]

Nice!!!! Very informative video as always Tom. I got a set of H&R that I will install following your instructions. You actually inspired me to start my youtube channel to mod my car as your DIY are sooo.great. Thanks again

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! And best of luck with the channel

[@TorvekMotors]

Tommy L Garage Thanks Tom! Any tips you can provide to a newbie is greatly appreciated. I dream to own an M3 such as yours someday.

[@TommyLGarage]

Invest in a good quality microphone :)

[@TorvekMotors]

@@TommyLGarage Thanks for the tips. I got one wire now for the GoPro. Looking to get a Rode for the camera soon.

[@mustafa-lt6-z06]

Hi Tommy, thanks for the great video! Any idea why these HAS are not compatible with the 9MR option on the M4 as indicated by BMW?

[@TommyLGarage]

It’s the perch that sticks out too muxh.

[@mustafa-lt6-z06]

@@TommyLGarage I don’t quite understand the difference between cars that have the 9MR package and cars that don’t. It’s hard to find any information about it. What’s the difference? Is the perch a piece on the HAS or a component on the car?

[@lallen968]

great video... just wander how do you know how much torque when you put all the screw back?

[@TommyLGarage]

Liu Allen I looked them up online

[@justinladd2716]

I saw a couple videos where the top nut that requires the special socket, people just used the impact to tighten. Is that not possible you think??

[@TommyLGarage]

It is possible but it will not tighten the top nut appropriately because you need to hold the center, otherwise even with the impact gun the center keeps spinning

[@adcampo7601]

Did you consider other spring options? I've read good things about the Emanuel Designs and they're only $300. I'd welcome your input. I'm only looking for a better stance and keep the ride quality.

[@TommyLGarage]

I used to run Macht Schnell springs. This setup is a lot better.

[@hizonbj1]

Thank you for the video! I used this to install my HAS kit.

[@TommyLGarage]

Awesome. I hope it was helpful.

[@joshuasingh2343]

Tommy, I got a M performance HAS kit from someone. It didn’t come with rear bump stops. Is this okay? I know that regular lowering springs do not come with it so I’m assuming I should be fine. The HAS kit stop is only a tad shorter

[@TommyLGarage]

You should be fine. Or cut your your oem ones.

[@carsandcoldbrew6489]

So would you recommend this over the Dinan kit? What other suspension mods should you do to properly lower the M3 for street 80% and track/canyons 20%? I've been looking at the MP HAS, Bilstein B16, Ohlins, Kw, but read a review in the forums that the MP coilover did the job and were more affordable.

[@TommyLGarage]

KW HAS is most affordable but they ride rough. MP is an amazing oem solution.

[@georgedesouza8937]

Great video. Did you get the dampers recalibration done?

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! No I did not. Didn’t feel the need.

[@ybkrnmusic]

Wow... this is so good! Appreciate the instructions! 👍👍

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! I love doing this stuff

[@5abivt]

Great video 👌. I went with the KW has and am still unsure of how the front spring seat collars are set for height 🤔. I think you lined up the sway bar link hole height.. which makes sense.. but wouldn’t the suspension drop the collar down under load while driving if the collar is not set low as possible anyways ? And I went with kw because oem... well those guys designed the awesome keyless crank hub 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@TommyLGarage]

Can’t argue with the amazing crank hub!

[@eastn8968]

Thanks for the video, Tommy. I’m tempted to do this myself. How do you adjust the height? Do you need to take the spring off or just jack up the car and use that wrench?

[@TommyLGarage]

Front is easy. Jack up the car and turn the spring. Rear you need to take the wheel off

[@johngreen2510]

Fantastic video...loved it. Great confidence to perform this on my own now!

[@TommyLGarage]

You can do it!

[@mattp9932]

Awesome video Tommy. I am about to order the HAS. I think I’ll tackle it myself. One thing though. Hammering the front strut has me nervous. Any alternative to this approach that you figured out over this past year ?? Thanks.

[@TommyLGarage]

It’s easy. And hammering is one way. Another way is to press it in. Bring it to a shop which has a press. That’s how the dealer does it

[@mattp9932]

Tommy L Garage ok. Just afraid I’d break the strut by hammering it

[@mattp9932]

Ordered the parts as per your link. Once’s it’s slightly cooler here in southwestern ct I’ll tackle it.

[@alexmj1]

Tommy did you do a video on how the kit ride was after install.

[@TommyLGarage]

No. Will do soon!

[@Steveindajeep]

Very nice install Tommy. Also it was awesome meeting you at the Kies Show. Was a real treat. Let me know if you'd like to try to drive my hand-controlled F32 M-Sport.

[@TommyLGarage]

Steveindajeep thank you Steve! Actually maybe we should make it happen. I’ll be in touch. Thanks again !

[@jonnellas7680]

Hi tommy hows the ride? The sport and sports plus mode is working? I heard if you lowered to much the suspension mode is not working

[@TommyLGarage]

Ride is amazing. I’m lowered quite a lot and all suspension modes work well

[@pedromiguelF82]

Great video bro. How many Cm did you lowered your car front/rear?

[@TommyLGarage]

Not sure but it’s quite a lot. Close to 8 maybe

[@Hotflare]

Strong work bro! How many miles are on em now and how do you like the ride quality? Ive heard stories of these and the kw HAS wear the factory struts and shocks rather quickly. And i have edc as well

[@TommyLGarage]

10k miles in and so far so good! Zero regrets

[@MrThePraye]

Great content. Great effort. I admire your dedication. And your DIY spirit

[@TommyLGarage]

MrThePraye thank you. I enjoy doing this....hardest part is finding the time

[@jacribb]

Tommy, after installation, did you notice any strange suspension clicks or noises going over bumps? I heard some people had to adjust their steering rack after changing out springs and I was wondering if this affected you. Thanks for the feedback. Great video.

[@TommyLGarage]

jacribb nope. Zero noises. Very happy

[@mikebellows754]

Excellent video Tommy!

[@TommyLGarage]

Mike Bellows thanks !

[@m4hdipers477]

This was a great video Tommy, where did you buy the part from? The price can vary from 1150 to 1290

[@TommyLGarage]

Getbmwparts.com

[@thunderbolt2000k]

Hey Tommy, I've probably watched this video a million times now, and I am finally considering getting something like the KW HAS kit for my M2 Competition. Do you think that installing the HAS kit on the stock shocks which have 31000 miles on them would be a good idea? Also, in retrospect, did you like the HAS kit, did it compromise the handling of the car in the long run?

[@TommyLGarage]

MP HAS is the way to go. You’ll be fine with 31k miles.

[@thunderbolt2000k]

@@TommyLGarage Thank you Tommy, one other question. I know there is a price difference, but would you choose the HAS kit over a full coilover kit?

[@TommyLGarage]

@@thunderbolt2000k for daily driving HAS is the way to go. Coilovers are good if you’re tracking the car. I would not spend the money on them unless I was going to the track 10x a year

[@thunderbolt2000k]

@@TommyLGarage Yeah, that is mainly why I am looking at HAS or Springs, because I am not going to track the car, it is my DD. However, given that the M2C does not have Adaptive suspension, would you say that the HAS is still the way to go over some Eibach springs for example? Im just a bit wary about putting $400 springs on a $64K car, not really looking to ruin the handling. But for what I have heard, the HAS kit is just adjustable springs, right?

[@thunderbolt2000k]

@@TommyLGarage Thank you for your help btw, I really appreciate it. I cant seem to find many answers on the f80-f87 forums

[@Khammanivong1988]

Hi Tommy . Are the kits will wore out the OEM shock faster ? And how is the ride so far ? Thank you

[@TommyLGarage]

I don’t know. Perhaps. And the ride is great!

[@jaym1806]

Anyone know what the torque setting is on the 3 bolts at upper mount on top of strut ??

[@akzdhfpm23490]

Excellent vid as always Tommy. Any differences in tire wear since putting the kit on and lowering?

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! No difference. Got the car aligned.

[@akzdhfpm23490]

@@TommyLGarage Awesome, thank you!

[@johnraphael4007]

Hi Tommy! 1st and foremost, love your videos!! I’m looking to add the kit for the 435i F36 w/m-sport suspension, do you know if they’re as adjustable as this kit? getbmwparts says it will lower the vehicle 10mm from stock height, is that accurate?

[@TommyLGarage]

I don’t know if this fits the MSport. I think those are only lowering springs

[@kctj11]

Ur doing everything I want to do to my f82 and I’m in NJ if you’re ever going to meet ups or anything

[@TommyLGarage]

Congrats on the car. It’s amazing

[@m4hdipers477]

Thank you for the video! What is the maximum drop height? I am considering to put these on my F83

[@TommyLGarage]

Not sure what the max is but you can go really low on these

[@m4hdipers477]

@@TommyLGarage Thank you Tommy! Keep up great work! I enjoy your videos.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thank you!

[@mdaouk238]

Amazing Video, keep it up, many specialists say that the M-Performance switch is a downgrade from the competition springs what do you think and feel after testing it out?

[@TommyLGarage]

I think it’s a step up!! Competition springs were sitting way too high and were softer compared to these

[@mdaouk238]

Agreed, I will do them next step. I have a shakir orange II manual f80 m3 as well. love the stuff you have done tom yours.

[@mdaouk238]

I wanted to ask what height are you running yours now and does it bother you for daily?

[@flexspec]

Great DIY. This is definitely on the list. I hope you got a Schwaben spindle housing spreader - I did my E90 330i front struts and it made it so easy to get those front struts out.

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks! I ended up just using a flathead screwdriver. Worked just as well

[@Siligenieur]

I was wondering what you do for living so you can afford a bmw m3 and a new volvo ?

[@RCFunTime]

Each time you alter your height, do you need to have it re-align wheels again?

[@TommyLGarage]

Double Tap Technically yes. But mostly camber will change. The idea here is to wait a week or two until the suspension settles it then get it adjusted to the height I want and then properly corner balance it

[@jasonalmeida4356]

Does anyone know the size of the e-torx bolts on the upper rear shock mounts ?

[@TommyLGarage]

E10 I believe

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

Nice jobski. Installation looks straight forward. Do you put something on the threads so they don't sized up, for example, If you decide to drive your car though winter.

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

@@TommyLGarage put some tawot there. Haha

[@TommyLGarage]

I replied to the wrong message earlier - sorry. I did put anti seize on the threads later on - I also hope I won’t have to do much adjusting after next week - getting the car corner balanced.

[@mauriciojaime4030]

You said you torqued the bolts to specs, what are the specs?

[@TommyLGarage]

I’ll post them in the description

[@juanjoseplans9902]

Congrats buddy, good job!!! Do you have adaptative suspension? Im waiting impatient a review of the new behavior of the car

[@TommyLGarage]

Juan Jose Plans thanks man. And yes it’s an adaptive suspension. So far ride quality has been amazing and much better than springs

[@juanjoseplans9902]

@@TommyLGarage have you had to update the software of the suspension?

[@moesultani3650]

How long did the whole process take? Love your videos

[@TommyLGarage]

moe sultani Thank you. I would say about two hours with filming

[@moesultani3650]

Tommy L Garage thank you this is the part number I ordered 33-50-2-414-216. BMW is trying to tell me it takes 11hrs to install. Cost 2400 to install and I need to code the car after is that true?

[@TommyLGarage]

moe sultani I did not code it. Not needed. $2400 is absurd!!!!! Run away from them.

[@moesultani3650]

Tommy L Garage appreciate it left them found another reputable shop, they’re doing it for 800$ with alignment.

[@moesultani3650]

Tommy L Garage Thanks for everything your videos are amazing. Had them installed they feel great. It dropped 20mm but there is still a good amount of gap. How did you get yours to become so flush?

[@21void5]

Really nice video. I have learned a lot. Thanks brotha

[@TommyLGarage]

I’m happy it was helpful!

[@21void5]

Looking forward to the full review of the suspension.

[@marlborom2c829]

Very helpful. Your channel is great.

[@TommyLGarage]

Too kind !!

[@Alexxtooraw]

The rear isn’t a 18mm ? My won’t fit ????

[@TommyLGarage]

They should

[@MarkCalica]

Tommy, where in Jersey did you get your car corner balanced?

[@TommyLGarage]

Max PSI

[@MarkCalica]

@@TommyLGarage Thank you

[@Schwabz33]

Hey Tommy hope all is well.. is it possible to install the rear helper springs incorrectly meaning upside down? my car is at a very reputable performer shop here in my area in Northern Virginia and for whatever reason they can’t get the rear as low as your car. My car is 2020 F82. Unfortunately I can’t find any pictures of the coup version wondering if the coup sits higher than the sedan

[@TommyLGarage]

Make sure they removed the original spring seats. And no you cannot do it upside down

[@Schwabz33]

@@TommyLGarage hey Tommy is your ride height maxed out? I was looking at the instructions and they state a certain range for the type of wheels and tires that you have installed. I have double staggered 763m 20r 19f

[@TheLinsation]

Great Video! Haha If I were install suspensions on a m240, would I be able to use these instructions?

[@TommyLGarage]

Stephen Tran for sure. It’s very similar.

[@masaishimitsu4010]

Great DIY vlog! saw the glimpse of your new XC90 in the video?!!

[@TommyLGarage]

Good eye :)

[@masaishimitsu4010]

@@TommyLGarage Also saw the glimpse of you in the Kies Motor Sports Auto Show v-log! You are getting around in NJ!!! Cheers

[@TommyLGarage]

Masa Ishimitsu ahhh just a little bit. One of the few car meets I do this year

[@bmwakiasm5]

Than you …. Great video man 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TommyLGarage]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@F82Dad]

Appreciate the video helped a lot with my KW install but now my door won’t close and a chassis malfunction light came on 🤣🤣 #bmwlife

[@TommyLGarage]

Why won’t your door close ????

[@kamilm4656]

Świetna robota, dużo czasu zajęło Ci zamontowanie samemu całego zestawu ? Strasznie jestem ciekawy Twojej opinii na temat tego zawiasu M Performance. Tak się zastanawiam bo Twoje auto to już Competition Pack co robisz ze starymi sprężynami ?

[@kamilm4656]

Jakbyś chciał sprzedać to daj mi znać 😁

[@TommyLGarage]

Dzieki. Powiem ci ze zamontowanie bez filmowania powinno zająć może 2-3 godziny. Zajęło mi to trochę dłużej bo miałem kamerę ze sobą i córkę :) Stare sprężyny sprzedałem (Macht Schnell). A competition w sumie mogę ci sprzedać. Ale nie wiem czy poczujesz różnice - a po drogie competition sprężyny tez siedzą wysoko z przodu

[@kamilm4656]

Tommy L Garage Zrobisz może jakiś vlog na temat tego zawiasu M Performance? Twoja córka chyba z czasem będzie potrafiła zrobić więcej przy samochodzie niż nie jeden facet 😄

[@TommyLGarage]

Zrobię filmik niedługo ale naprawdę jestem zadowolony z zakupu

[@musumbabanda6556]

Great video!

[@TommyLGarage]

Thanks!

[@YeEvlL]

"Take the manual of these struts, put on the floor, because it's useless, I'm gonna use it so it won't dmg the floor" The manual must be very thick

[@TommyLGarage]

Haha very