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Bilstein PSS9 + Dinan-Koni + Rouge Strut Brace + Cosmos Strut Brace

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#1 · (Edited)
I have multiple suspension items for sale now that I am switching back to to full OE shocks and springs

Details:

Bilstein PSS9
Needs rebuild for the front shocks
Missing a collar
Miles: ~30,000
Price: $500
reference thread:
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/parts-other-sale-wanted/447530-bilstein-pss9.html

Dinan-Koni
Dinan Springs
Koni Yellow Sports shocks
Bump Stops
Shock sleeves front
Shock sleeves rear
Cage bearings
Miles: 21,000
Price: $1000

Springs Compressor:
Brand: will post when I get a chance
Use: Used once
Price: $30.00

Rouge Engineering Strut Brace
Condition/Miles: Used once, literally had it on for 1 week, ~320 miles based on 40 miles per day.
Price: $450.00

Cosmos Racing Strut Brace
Condition/Miles: Used once, had it on for approximately 1 to 2 weeks, say <700 miles (if that makes a difference)
Price: $120.00
ref:
Street Tuning Auto Piece BMW Performance Parts - COSMO Racing

-Ask questions to your satisfaction.
-I'll have pictures once I finish my swap.
-Some parts can be sold with either the PSS9s or the Dinan-Koni, they are first come first serve.
-Replies to PMs will be slow, it's easier for you to ask all questions in this thread if you want a faster response.

payment requested upfront
 
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#4 ·
Do you have the original receipt for the PSS9's? I was told that is needed to send them out for a rebuild.
 
#9 ·
For those asking about shipping, I need payment in full and a prepaid shipping label even if you are unable to complete the transaction in person.

I will measure and weigh the boxes for those that choose shipping.

-The PSS9 is not what I call a daily driver setup, you can buy those swift/torsion bearings to "help" reduce NVH, but you will NOT eliminate the NVH unless you drive on excellent roads.

-I do have a preference for the Swift-Springs Thrust-Sheets, based on my experience the other product will build up road grime and become ineffective.

-I am 90% sure that the PSS9 ride is higher than the other setup, this is based on scrapping the lip a couple of times after swapping out the PSS9s.

-The collar on the bilstein that is missing was mentioned in the thread referenced above. In the image below it is the silver collar separating the main spring from the helper spring. (non-M5 setup for reference, but it looks identical)


-Correction, the only thing that can be sold with either the PSS9 or the Dinan-Koni setup are the Cage bearings, obviously one set has 30k the other set 21k miles. This part doesn't wear out too much, but obviously you have your pick:
Part Number 6:
RealOEM.com - Online BMW Parts Catalog

-The rust on my Dinan-Koni is minimal compared to other sets you've seen for sale. I'll have pics up to show you when I get a chance. My advice is to either partially or fully repaint the shocks with a more durable paint than koni used. The stickers for the shock position are NOT necessary, they're also misaligned from Koni. I will upload pictures of my OE setup to show you the correct perch rotation.
 
#10 · (Edited)
more PMs...

-Yes, you will feel the difference between no strut tower brace and a strut tower brace. Even with Cosmos hinged style brace you will be able to feel a difference in steering. Will that difference translate to faster laps, I couldn't tell ya.

-For those looking at the Cosmos brace I woud plasti dip the entire thing in black unless you really like the chrome look.
 
#29 ·
Koni Shocks are 65lbs
19.5in x 12in x 20in.
49.5cm x 30.5cm x 50.8cm

shipped to linden NJ I used zip 07036, the price with UPS/USPS ranges from $40 - $139

PSS9 Coilovers are 64lbs
19in. x 10in. x 30inc.
48.3cm x 25.4cm x 76.2cm

shipped to salt lake city UT, I used zip 84044, the price with UPS/USPS ranges from $105 - $540

I used the online calculators, prices are probably different at the store. Remember I am looking for full payment and shipping up front before I ship anything.
 
#30 · (Edited)
attached images of everything included with the Konis

edit: rear bump stops rolled away when taking the pictures, but they are also included
 

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