Front shocks feeling tired after 28k miles. Normal or not?

Tallest · 02-16-2009, 02:53 PM

Car is kinda dipping on the stop with nose too much now. I have diesel motor, so it's a bit heavy but i guess on par with 6cyl engines.

How long you go on a set of shocks? Im 70% city driving, some roads are not good and regulary go through them.

Tallest · 02-17-2009, 03:37 PM

anyone, lol?

DenverJayhawk · 02-17-2009, 03:40 PM

I'm not an expert on longetivity of shocks, but requiring a replace after only 28k miles under normal driving conditions does not sound right.

Chowbow · 02-17-2009, 05:12 PM

Possible, especially if you're pretty sensitive to such changes. I definitely noticed a difference in my Bilstein shocks even after 15k miles, but that is with some track miles on there too. I wouldn't be surprised if you felt the shocks were somewhat worn at 28k miles if you drive in town with some bad roads.

Tallest · 02-18-2009, 03:15 AM

Yeah, im one of those who feels every change in car behaviour, suspension set up and engine tone, etc. SO chances are they are OK per say, but i'm feeling them wearing off that it's starting to affect handline a bit.

galahad05 · 02-18-2009, 03:58 AM

Well, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade: this is the perfect excuse to get performance shocks for replacements.

Tallest · 02-18-2009, 04:31 AM

im thinking along same lines. i have 3 year service coming up in a month, depending how much that costs, ill see if i just replace them or get a full set of Koni yellows and eibach springs.

Chowbow · 02-18-2009, 12:07 PM

Always a good excuse to upgrade.

Doc E · 02-18-2009, 12:32 PM

i have 34k on my KW V3's (had them since 500 miles) and feel that i can get to 50k without a swap....I know they are not OEM but still...
However I do 80% highway driving, with the other 20% in the big, pothole ridden cities.

I think that you would notice the wear better when the car is at speed...if you feel a magic carpet ride then they are getting worn out.

stressdoc · 02-18-2009, 12:47 PM

I recommend the BMW Performance kit.

ncoig · 02-18-2009, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 320what

Car is kinda dipping on the stop with nose too much now. I have diesel motor, so it's a bit heavy but i guess on par with 6cyl engines.

How long you go on a set of shocks? Im 70% city driving, some roads are not good and regulary go through them.

I thought I felt a difference by 35k.

-N

MRQturbo · 02-18-2009, 02:03 PM

i'm lowered on h&r sports...and 18000 kms later....they are getting much softer....

Tallest · 02-18-2009, 02:47 PM

im definately NOT going the springs only way, if i change its going to be springs-shocks combo, or if shocks only then it's oem same spec.

but ok, seems like 28k after bad roads ain't so crazy.

btw, 50k on KW3 sounds like quite short distance - i thought those things are much more durable.

E90330iS · 02-18-2009, 03:43 PM

how much is it to replace OEM shocks?

Tallest · 02-18-2009, 04:21 PM

i think it's around 100 -150 euros per corner, dealer wasn't sure on the phone. needed VIN and i didn't have it on me.

Chowbow · 02-18-2009, 04:49 PM

You can probably find a lot of people offloading OEM suspension setups in the classifieds here as they upgrade to aftermarket stuff.

E90330iS · 02-18-2009, 07:47 PM

cool ty

vleivo · 02-19-2009, 04:18 PM

The shocks wear quite quickly on the e90, especially if you have sports suspension. So yes they probably are abit worn. My car is driven around 35 tkm/25 thousand miles and shocks feel tired and a little noisy over big bumps... Changing to H&R cupkit soon...

Tallest · 02-19-2009, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chowbow

You can probably find a lot of people offloading OEM suspension setups in the classifieds here as they upgrade to aftermarket stuff.

yeah, but you forgetting i have a 4 cyl model. I'm not sure if the zsp suspension from 6 cyle will not actually lift the car up since my engine is lighter...

spacedogg · 02-20-2009, 12:03 AM

Returned my E90 325i w/ 83,500 km...and got a new E90 335i. Both with sport suspension. I didn't noticed how soft the suspension had gotten on the 325i...but the new 335i is MUCH more firm and planted...

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DenverJayhawk Major 72 Rep 1,217 Posts Drives: 2006 E90 330i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	I'm not an expert on longetivity of shocks, but requiring a replace after only 28k miles under normal driving conditions does not sound right. __________________ 330i, Black Sapphire, 6MT, Sport, Active Steering, Flux Capacitor
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Tallest Major General 1321 Rep 6,319 Posts Drives: 911 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweden iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 911 [10.00]	im definately NOT going the springs only way, if i change its going to be springs-shocks combo, or if shocks only then it's oem same spec. but ok, seems like 28k after bad roads ain't so crazy. btw, 50k on KW3 sounds like quite short distance - i thought those things are much more durable. __________________ 997.2 F30.F11.E86.E90.E90.E36
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