Lowering the X5 E70, H&R Springs installation *** Lots of pic's ***

[hiren]

I just opened the H&R box thats been in the garage for over a month! It has the plastic looking rear links described. I have 2 sets now since I bought the ones from Silver 5!

Who wants some brand new rear lowering links?

[hiren]

You have a PM!

[Yogibird]

Can you explain the lowering process for the rear .
How are the links adjusted to get the one inch drop ?

Also what if you wanted a lower level how is that achieved ?

Thank you

[hiren]

The links are threaded with adjustable nuts to obtain the ride height to your liking.

Here is a pic of a set I'm selling.

[olavskar]

Originally Posted by Peter F. Serrao

Can you explain the lowering process for the rear .
How are the links adjusted to get the one inch drop ?

Also what if you wanted a lower level how is that achieved ?

Thank you

I got mine lowered at the local BMW shop in here in Norway. They did the drop on the back with software.. I think they just put in a 1,2" to wigh number on the adjustment, and it lowerd that much..

[AUU 555]

My Hamann lowering kit came with a recommendation of a drop on the back. I just stick with it

[ChileX5]

I just did the same install using H&R springs (front) and lowering links (back). Everything went well with the installation however for some reason the headlights aim too high now, specially the driver side.

Did this happen to you as well? Were you able to solve this issue?

[crazy4cars]

It is completely normal, just visit the dealer and have them re aim the headlights.

[marsh the mouth]

I want to take the plunge and do the drop for my 4.8i as well. I'm just concerned about the ride. Anyone know if Bilstein or any company makes shocks for the truck?

[m32]

Any updates on those with the drop links? Any long term problems/issues?

Edwin