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Old Oct 18, 2019 | 03:12 PM
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JCW springs on S?

I have 2017 S All4 with adaptive dampers. Since there are no aftermarket lowering springs options for All4 I am wondering if I can fit the JCW springs on it? Both car weight similar, both are All4 and have adaptive dampers.

Another issue is I couldn't find part numbers.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by KCF54
I have 2017 S All4 with adaptive dampers. Since there are no aftermarket lowering springs options for All4 I am wondering if I can fit the JCW springs on it? Both car weight similar, both are All4 and have adaptive dampers.

Another issue is I couldn't find part numbers.
Ac Schnitzer offers springs for the f54. I’m just getting that sorted now
 
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Old Feb 4, 2020 | 07:14 PM
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Thank you and yes they have it for All4 and I got a set. Not install yet.


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Ac Schnitzer offers springs for the f54. I’m just getting that sorted now
 
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Old Feb 19, 2020 | 07:22 AM
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AST Suspension will have ones soon for the ALL$ and JCW, will let you guys know when they come out.
 
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Old Mar 28, 2020 | 07:19 PM
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Finally installed!

Finally install the AC Schnitzer springs on my All4. They worth every dime! Drop is perfect and the ride with dynamic damper in sport mode is wayyy better than OE springs. Excellent body control! I hadn't have chance to push it on mountain road as the lock down in NJ only allow me to run groceries.

 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 03:19 AM
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Originally Posted by KCF54
Finally install the AC Schnitzer springs on my All4. They worth every dime! Drop is perfect and the ride with dynamic damper in sport mode is wayyy better than OE springs. Excellent body control! I hadn't have chance to push it on mountain road as the lock down in NJ only allow me to run groceries.
that looks fantastic. Are your wheels 18”? My only concern is getting snow and ice jammed in my wheel well in winter. How is it over potholes? Jarring or still preserves some comfort. I’ve been on the fence because of the winter problems. The stock gap always makes me feel like I’m wearing pants that are too short
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by KCF54
Finally install the AC Schnitzer springs on my All4. They worth every dime! Drop is perfect and the ride with dynamic damper in sport mode is wayyy better than OE springs. Excellent body control! I hadn't have chance to push it on mountain road as the lock down in NJ only allow me to run groceries.
wow that looks great. interesting- at stock height, i feel inclined to go with 19 inch wheels on my f54. but with a drop, 18s look perfectly at home. damn, what a predicament....
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 06:17 AM
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Looks great! How much did they run you and did you do the install yourself?
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 06:47 AM
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Looks great! How much did they run you and did you do the install yourself?
The price from US AC Schnitzer direct is $640. I found a new set from eBay Canada for $400us and I was happened to be there so I got it.
I had a shop install it with DP and short shift together.
The spring is expensive but worth the price in my opinion. Especially when no one else makes one for All4 as of now.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 07:04 AM
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Originally Posted by AirborneMini003
that looks fantastic. Are your wheels 18”? My only concern is getting snow and ice jammed in my wheel well in winter. How is it over potholes? Jarring or still preserves some comfort. I’ve been on the fence because of the winter problems. The stock gap always makes me feel like I’m wearing pants that are too short
Yes they are 18" with slightly larger tires 235/40/18. Didn't hit a pothole yet (hopefully never lol) but the body control is much better not as bouncy as OE, the ride is just as firm as before but not more. I used to be running normal mode with my wife in the car now I can run sport mode without afraid her complaint.
I don't know snow with the springs yet but I had lowered VW passat before plus other sport hatch that had low ride height never had issues. The gap isn't much different than those cars.
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 07:08 AM
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Originally Posted by joeybananaz18
wow that looks great. interesting- at stock height, i feel inclined to go with 19 inch wheels on my f54. but with a drop, 18s look perfectly at home. damn, what a predicament....
yea interesting I thought of that too! Before with the 18" I would like the 19" looks but now with the drop I am no longer wishing that!
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 08:10 AM
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Originally Posted by KCF54
Yes they are 18" with slightly larger tires 235/40/18. Didn't hit a pothole yet (hopefully never lol) but the body control is much better not as bouncy as OE, the ride is just as firm as before but not more. I used to be running normal mode with my wife in the car now I can run sport mode without afraid her complaint.
I don't know snow with the springs yet but I had lowered VW passat before plus other sport hatch that had low ride height never had issues. The gap isn't much different than those cars.
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awesome. I’m in canada, can you DM me the vendor on eBay where you bought them? I was quoted something super high to install them at the dealer. Are you running end links or does the camber seem ok?
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 08:22 AM
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yea interesting I thought of that too! Before with the 18" I would like the 19" looks but now with the drop I am no longer wishing that!
if we didn't have a 2 year old, with a second on the way i'd love to set mine up the same way. I have a feeling we may end up upgrading to a countryman for the ride height.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by AirborneMini003
awesome. I’m in canada, can you DM me the vendor on eBay where you bought them? I was quoted something super high to install them at the dealer. Are you running end links or does the camber seem ok?
it is actually eBay store from Mini Laval at Montreal. But they only had one in stock you can check with them again.
I hadn't done aliment yet waiting for the spring to settle first.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by joeybananaz18
if we didn't have a 2 year old, with a second on the way i'd love to set mine up the same way. I have a feeling we may end up upgrading to a countryman for the ride height.
I can see the convenience with kids on a higher car. But I am a hatch/wagon guy so I love my Clubman
 
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Old Mar 29, 2020 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by KCF54
it is actually eBay store from Mini Laval at Montreal. But they only had one in stock you can check with them again.
I hadn't done aliment yet waiting for the spring to settle first.
Nice. That’s my dealer they distribute Schnitzer for Canada. I guess now I’m going to have to order them since they are out of stock cause someone bought the last set.
 
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Considering the Eibach springs for my 2017 Clubman S all4. I will not be off-roading my clubman, but I don't want to feel like I am bottoming out all the time. Can anyone who has installed these comment on comfort and tendency to bottom out over standard speed bumps, etc?
I do have DDC on my clubman, although that seems to be a non-issue with the Eibach springs.
also, what difference between a $650 set of springs: https://www.acschnitzer-us.com/ac-sc...bman-f54/p2421
and a $291 set of springs: https://www.ecstuning.com/b-eibach-p...-57-005-02-22/
(other than a 359 dollar price difference?)
 

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Old Jan 4, 2021 | 11:23 AM
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From my research, the Eibach Spring does not fit ALL4, correct me if I'm wrong. Or else, I'm buying a set lol.

btw, how difficult is it to install the Cravenspeed Helix short shifter?
 
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Old Jan 4, 2021 | 11:26 AM
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Actually, here:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...5-02-22-a.html
 
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FWIW, AST makes a new set of springs specifically for the ALL4 models of the Clubman. Part# ASTLS-19-75.

I asked ESC about adding them to their catalog. They expressed interest but I haven’t seen them listed yet.
 
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Old Jan 4, 2021 | 03:50 PM
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Installing the short shifter was not easy. Have someone else do it.
 
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ECS does not have them. Springrates.com has them for 298.66. Will likely buy these.
 
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Old Jan 4, 2021 | 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by jackiechuikei
btw, how difficult is it to install the Cravenspeed Helix short shifter?
I had my shop (mostly VW/Audi for them) installed mine and took them 3+ hours. Told me that was a pain.
 
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Old Jan 4, 2021 | 05:30 PM
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Sorry duplicated
 

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Originally Posted by jackiechuikei
btw, how difficult is it to install the Cravenspeed Helix short shifter?
It is not a job for the inexperienced or faint of heart.... here's a link for my experience installing my Cravenspeed short shifter. See post #28.
 
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