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Old 08-13-2019, 05:35 PM
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H &R Lowering Springs

Hi,
I have a 2013 Mini S with Koni Adjustable shocks and struts. I am looking at H&R lowering springs as the lowering isn’t too severe and the ride is close to original equipment.

Has anyone used this combination?

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Old 08-13-2019, 08:39 PM
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I do have a set of H&R street springs and it lowers the car a fair amount, approximately 1.5", ride is much stiffer, great if your going to track or autocross your car. a bit too rough for my liking on the street, mind you the streets in Vancouver suck
 
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I have them on my R53 and they're great for lowering the car. The ride is nice. Not too stiff or harsh.
 
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I just measured the clearance on my Mini from the lip of the fender to my tires and it appears that I will
have only 1/4 inch clearance if using the H&R springs. This sounds as if it’s too close.
Does anyone have any comments or recommendations?
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They don't ride anything like stock. Much harsher actually as you loose shock travel. A good set of coilovers will actually ride better than any lowering spring.
 
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