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Old 10-30-2008, 07:56 PM
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Smile Bulletproofing the X5..... your thoughts on Suspension issues!!!

Hi guys,

Level 3+ suspension adds 550-650 pounds to the vehicle, basically what weights more is the windows... the rest has kevlar and other components....

Lets not even talk about level 5.

Ok my question is, will this hurt my Adaptive Suspension System on the 2008 4.8i?

lets see, having the vehicle with 4 persons, each one weight 150 pounds, thats 600 pounds.....

you guys think that i will have any problems???


thanx guys!
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Hi guys,

Level 3+ suspension adds 550-650 pounds to the vehicle, basically what weights more is the windows... the rest has kevlar and other components....

Lets not even talk about level 5.

Ok my question is, will this hurt my Adaptive Suspension System on the 2008 4.8i?

lets see, having the vehicle with 4 persons, each one weight 150 pounds, thats 600 pounds.....

you guys think that i will have any problems???


thanx guys!
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Old 10-31-2008, 02:23 AM
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How did this thread turn into a joke. I would think that the extra weight of the bulletproof armor and passengers weight wont hurt the suspension, it will hurt the performance for sure. Please post pics of the finished product and costs also. GL
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Old 10-31-2008, 08:47 AM
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Hi guys,

Level 3+ suspension adds 550-650 pounds to the vehicle, basically what weights more is the windows... the rest has kevlar and other components....

Lets not even talk about level 5.

Ok my question is, will this hurt my Adaptive Suspension System on the 2008 4.8i?

lets see, having the vehicle with 4 persons, each one weight 150 pounds, thats 600 pounds.....

you guys think that i will have any problems???


thanx guys!
I suggest doing web searches for David Beckham's bullet-proofed X5's. You will find that he had two stolen (I think it those were arranged by Audi as they gave him a new Q7 to replace it ) but you might be able to find some specs too.
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I suggest doing web searches for David Beckham's bullet-proofed X5's. You will find that he had two stolen (I think it those were arranged by Audi as they gave him a new Q7 to replace it ) but you might be able to find some specs too.
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Christiaan, if you are serious, PM me and I'll hook you up with a ready armored E70.
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Christiaan, if you are serious, PM me and I'll hook you up with a ready armored E70.
Is it a 3rd party add-on or the Security from BMW?
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Old 11-01-2008, 03:28 AM
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It is 3rd party, but more built-in than add-on.
Certified workmanship, materials, windows... Engineered and upgrade of parts to accomodate the extra weight. Runflat inserts, armor of critical engine components. Many options available.
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