B1 Dynamics Package Upgrade - NZ dealer for this?

[pranilb 14]

11 minutes ago, pranilb said:

$1300NZD (plus import taxes) shipped for the whole kit from FCP?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-m3-control-arm-upgrade-kit-e82-e88-e90-e91-e92-e93-bmwmcaktfr?ads_cmpid=1586641325&ads_adid=62615222609&ads_matchtype=&ads_network=g&ads_creative=298302774914&utm_term=&ads_targetid=pla-309865678054&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&ttv=2&gclid=CjwKCAiArY2fBhB9EiwAWqHK6m9LWsTqzNOFoDvwYzrODEBTAYUnb085gdwvJ2HqoFbY8UlmOwN4BhoC264QAvD_BwE

883.85NZD (plus import taxes) shipped for the whole kit from Spareto.com !

Edited February 9, 2023 by pranilb

[M3AN 4015]

I was going to say its not worth $1300 but $900 is somewhat more palatable... I'm glad I got mine when the exchange rate was sensible.

You can use cable ties for the rear cables, and you only need one extra hex nut, you can reuse the one that's on the stock setup, that's another $4 saving!

[pranilb 14]

Just now, M3AN said:

I was going to say its not worth $1300 but $900 is somewhat more palatable... I'm glad I got mine when the exchange rate was sensible.

You can use cable ties for the rear cables, and you only need one extra hex nut, you can reuse the one that's on the stock setup, that's another $4 saving!

boom... 

[pranilb 14]

quick update, all red parts ordered now. 

	Part Discription	Customer Supplied	Part #	QTY
Front	M3 Wishbone, left	TRW - JTC1426 - Track Control Arm	31102283577	1
Front	M3 Wishbone, right	TRW - JTC1427 - Track Control Arm	31102283578	1
Front	M3 Left tension strut with rubber mounting	TRW - JTC1424 - Track Control Arm	31102283575	1
Front	M3 Right tension strut with rubber mounting	TRW - JTC1423 - Track Control Arm	31102283576	1
Front	M3 Regulating rod		37142283867	1
Front	Hex nut	LEMFÖRDER ® 37471 01 Repair Kit, wheel suspension	07129905817	2
Front	Subframe Collars	Customer Supplied
Front	Front Labour		BMWorkshop Labour	1
Front	Sub Total
Rear	M3 Guide arm, left	TRW - JTC1430 - Track Control Arm	33322283547	1
Rear	M3 Guide arm, right	TRW - JTC1431 - Track Control Arm	33322283548	1
Rear	M3 Wishbone, left	TRW - JTC1428 - Track Control Arm	33322283545	1
Rear	M3 Wishbone, right	TRW - JTC1429 - Track Control Arm	33322283546	1
Rear	M3 Rear ABS/BVA tube bracket		34522283017	2
Rear	Subframe Bushes	Customer Supplied
Rear	Rear Subframe Bushes + Rear Control Arm Labour		BMWorkshop Labour	1
Rear	Sub Total
Bird	Bird Suspension	Customer Supplied		1
Bird	Bird Anti Roll Bar	Customer Supplied		1
Bird	Bird Quaife LSD	Customer Supplied		1
Bird	Bird Shipping	Customer Supplied		1
Bird	Bird LSD Labour		BMWorkshop Labour	1
Bird	Bird Anti Roll Bar + Shocks Labour		BMWorkshop Labour	1

[M3AN 4015]

You'll need that regulating rod... and you'll have a spare hex nut, bank that one.

[pranilb 14]

All goodies have arrived 🙂

Edited March 17, 2023 by pranilb

[Jacko 2078]

Interesting theyve gone back to H&Rs, mine are eibachs. 

[pranilb 14]

...maybe supply chain issues? any advice on braided brake line kits?

Edited March 17, 2023 by pranilb

[M3AN 4015]

1 hour ago, pranilb said:

...maybe supply chain issues? any advice on braided brake line kits?

I used Stoptech from Turner, looks like they're on back order, Goodridge is also fine.  

[pranilb 14]

is Safetech anygood?
https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/bmw/brakes/listing/4033865750

[M3AN 4015]

17 minutes ago, pranilb said:

is Safetech anygood?
https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/bmw/brakes/listing/4033865750

No idea sorry, I've never used them. Pretty premium price!

[Jacko 2078]

Have HEL ones on mine, they're nicely made. 

[pranilb 14]

15 hours ago, M3AN said:

I used Stoptech from Turner, looks like they're on back order, Goodridge is also fine.  

Sweet, I assume that plbe9x335i model also fits the e87 130i ? ECS seems to have it on backorder too.

Edited March 17, 2023 by pranilb

[M3AN 4015]

2 hours ago, pranilb said:

Sweet, I assume that plbe9x335i model also fits the e87 130i ? ECS seems to have it on backorder too.

Yes, that's the part I got.

 

[Matt 123]

On 3/17/2023 at 2:20 PM, Jacko said:

Interesting theyve gone back to H&Rs, mine are eibachs. 

Mine are H&R so they've been that way a little while now.

I also use the HEL braided lines 

[pranilb 14]

I've been super keen to share my awesome experience with you all since I got the B1 Dynamics Package installed on the 130i. I've taken it out for a few joyrides, it's really impressive!

I took it for a spin on the great roads from Te Kauwhata to Raglan, and it was pure magic. My car felt like it was stuck to the road like glue. So incredibly stable!

Now, let's talk about rain. Traction in the wet? It's amazing, honestly! I was a bit nervous at first, but my BMW just gripped the road like a champ. It's such a confidence booster!

And the mid-corner power out? So stable! The B1 Dynamics Package has genuinely changed the game. No more worries when I hit the gas mid-corner. This upgrade is a game-changer, guys!

If you're still contemplating getting the B1 Dynamics Package, just go for it! It's worth every penny and will have you grinning from ear to ear. I can't wait to take on more twisty roads and see what else this fantastic upgrade can do!

[Eagle 1519]

Yeah i bet it feels like a different car going from a worn stock setup. No doubt the solid subframe bushings and M3 arms to a lesser extent are contributing too.

[M3AN 4015]

Nice result.

To be fair, I think any setup will provide 95% of the benefit over the objectively poor, arguably dangerous, stock setup at pace, a proper custom setup such as this plays into the last 5%.

Perhaps I missed it, what tyres are you using? And the LSD is in yet?

[pranilb 14]

Definatley was dangerous before. Yea everything in the Birds B1 Kit is installed now, i.e. Quaife LSD, Front & Rear H&R ARB, Bilstein shocks, Birds Springs. Plus M3 control arms, solid rear subframe bushes, solid front collars, and Brintech headers. Tires are still RFT; next upgrade will be some PS4's.

[Jacko 2078]

6 hours ago, pranilb said:

I've been super keen to share my awesome experience with you all since I got the B1 Dynamics Package installed on the 130i. I've taken it out for a few joyrides, it's really impressive!

I took it for a spin on the great roads from Te Kauwhata to Raglan, and it was pure magic. My car felt like it was stuck to the road like glue. So incredibly stable!

Now, let's talk about rain. Traction in the wet? It's amazing, honestly! I was a bit nervous at first, but my BMW just gripped the road like a champ. It's such a confidence booster!

And the mid-corner power out? So stable! The B1 Dynamics Package has genuinely changed the game. No more worries when I hit the gas mid-corner. This upgrade is a game-changer, guys!

If you're still contemplating getting the B1 Dynamics Package, just go for it! It's worth every penny and will have you grinning from ear to ear. I can't wait to take on more twisty roads and see what else this fantastic upgrade can do!

 

Completely agree, if BMW had set them up like B1 package from the factory 130i's would have cult status. 

I used to drive Auckland-Raglan return daily in the B1 130, its a good road for it  

[pranilb 14]

Any roads like Auckland-Raglan closer to Auckland central? 🤨