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Old 01-06-17, 04:27 PM
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Anyone ever fitted these as replacement for factory air suspension ? Specifically BR series. How much of existing air setup is removed, how to prevent warning lights etc and ride experience after install, many thanks.
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I'm in the same boat, did some research, messaged a few members and from what I know now, you can swap the coilovers in, and you have to remove the fuses to the oem air system to avoid the lights being thrown on dash
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I never adjust my air suspension and thought about spending $1k on coilovers instead of an air ride controller.
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I did did it in my ls430 no lights nothing and will be doing that in coming months for the ls460.

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Anyone ever fitted these as replacement for factory air suspension ? Specifically BR series. How much of existing air setup is removed, how to prevent warning lights etc and ride experience after install, many thanks.
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Disconnect battery then remove fuse in the engine bay
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Yes many people have done these. We get calls on doing this all the time.
It's a straight forward install
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Yes many people have done these. We get calls on doing this all the time.
It's a straight forward install
What's the CL price for the coilovers?
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Yes many people have done these. We get calls on doing this all the time.
It's a straight forward install
How do they ride compared to the stock suspension?
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Yes many people have done these. We get calls on doing this all the time.
It's a straight forward install
Pls Pm me with a price on the Bc's

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Air ride vs coilover is a different feel. They are going to be a more aggressive suspension setup however they are going to be comfortable. Less body roll around turns, dampening functionality as well as height adjustment. IF you are looking for a smooth daily driving experience, these will be perfect. If you are looking for a more sport tuned suspension, these will be perfect.
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Can an I get a price as well: thanks

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Air ride vs coilover is a different feel. They are going to be a more aggressive suspension setup however they are going to be comfortable. Less body roll around turns, dampening functionality as well as height adjustment. IF you are looking for a smooth daily driving experience, these will be perfect. If you are looking for a more sport tuned suspension, these will be perfect.
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got your Pm thanks; what are the spring rates? i had the BC in my Ls430 and the regular spring rate (10/8) i think was little bumpier than i expected. I want the rates to relate more like the Tein CS series i had in my GS400.
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You could always go with say the 8/8 or 8/6 as far as the spring rates are concerned
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What spring rates would give the closest to factory feeling assuming standard ride height is maintained. Thanks
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