Todd15Fastback's '15GT PP Build

[Todd15Fastback]

Sorry if I missed this....so there was no need for camber plates or any other aftermarket alignment aids after install of the Steeda springs?

That is correct. My alignment took 15 minutes tops, it was so close after the spring install. No other parts needed to get the car aligned as David mentioned below.

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[BlackS550]

You'll be able to get the car back within factory specs without any additional alignment aid. We are working on caster camber plates, though.

I went with the Eibach sportlines and my alignment guy couldnt get it perfectly into spec w/o camber plates :(

 

[BlackS550]

The factory end links are actually quite good, although our team does have plans to make a Steeda version.

thanks.

so theres no issues with the angle of the endlink, if you have adjustable sway bars and still have factory end links?

also - does anyone know what the GT PP sway bar specs are?

thnx for the help

 

[Todd15Fastback]

I went with the Eibach sportlines and my alignment guy couldnt get it perfectly into spec w/o camber plates :(

I believe this has happened to others as well on this forum due to the amount of drop. The ProKit doesn't have those same issues as it mimic the Steeda drop.

 

[David@Steeda]

thanks.

so theres no issues with the angle of the endlink, if you have adjustable sway bars and still have factory end links?

also - does anyone know what the GT PP sway bar specs are?

thnx for the help

Nope, we run them on our cars without issue.

 

[BlackS550]

I believe this has happened to others as well on this forum due to the amount of drop. The ProKit doesn't have those same issues as it mimic the Steeda drop.

gotcha - makes sense, thanks

 

[BlackS550]

Nope, we run them on our cars without issue.

thank you sir.

any info on the GT PP sway bar specs? I honestly can not find that anywhere, including the online brochure

 

[IvanCRF]

thank you sir.

any info on the GT PP sway bar specs? I honestly can not find that anywhere, including the online brochure

Base GT:
32mm Front
21.7mm Rear

PP GT:
32mm Front
22.2mm Rear

 

[Dave2013M3]

Todd,

I went with the progressive springs. This is still my daily driver. I spoke with
David@Steeda and we both agreed this is what I wanted and needed. The
wheels are 20X9.5 et 25 and 20X10.5 et 45 and will be wearing Nitto Invos 275/35/30
and 315/35/20 for now. I am really looking forward to these upgrades.

Sounds like an awesome setup, I would rethink the Nitto Invos though. I had 2 sets on my 2011 M3 in 255/35/19 and 285/30/19 and yes they had good mechanical grip the sidewall was just way to soft. I know sometimes they are the only game in town for oddball sizes. Thats why I went with them initially.

You can get the Mich PSS in the same sizing and yes they are a tad more expensive than the Invos but way better. They also last longer.

Not criticizing you, but just a suggestion. I think the Pirell PZero Max Performance Summer tires that come on the PP are much better performance wise than the Invos.

To Todd: Can't wait to see it when its done.

Dave

 

[SC_Sport_Pilot]

Sounds like an awesome setup, I would rethink the Nitto Invos though. I had 2 sets on my 2011 M3 in 255/35/19 and 285/30/19 and yes they had good mechanical grip the sidewall was just way to soft. I know sometimes they are the only game in town for oddball sizes. Thats why I went with them initially.

You can get the Mich PSS in the same sizing and yes they are a tad more expensive than the Invos but way better. They also last longer.

Not criticizing you, but just a suggestion. I think the Pirell PZero Max Performance Summer tires that come on the PP are much better performance wise than the Invos.

To Todd: Can't wait to see it when its done.

Dave

Dave, no problem with the suggestion. As far as the tires go, well, the
Pirellis suck. I have no issue with Michelins other than the price. These
were recommended in my price range and received good reviews from
several at the track (HPDE) so I thought I would try them.

 

[BlackS550]

thank you!!! :cheers:

 

[Dave2013M3]

Dave, no problem with the suggestion. As far as the tires go, well, the
Pirellis suck. I have no issue with Michelins other than the price. These
were recommended in my price range and received good reviews from
several at the track (HPDE) so I thought I would try them.

Trust me when I tell you dont want to track em.

 

[Todd15Fastback]

Here are some more installation and location photos for your viewing enjoyment .

 

[BlackS550]

nice! those vertical links are beefy... can't wait until mine get here later this week!

 

[Todd15Fastback]

nice! those vertical links are beefy... can't wait until mine get here later this week!

They are indeed! They make the factory ones seem like wooden toothpicks.

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