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Reading comprehension isn't my strong suit sometimes. ;)

But yeah, to go that low, you'll have to go to an adjustable coil over and probably a shorter strut insert like the 2002s do. On mine, I have adjustable coil overs with the Rabbit front inserts (standard stuff). On the rear, I bought a pair ...

I have B&G springs on my E12. It's just low enough. It rides really well, even with Bilstein sports. It's not a stiff harsh ride at all, even with 16" wheels.

And, if a spring is made in the USA, regardless of brand, it is probably made by Eibach. In fact, Ireland's are made by Eibach.

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I am a huge fan of NGK plugs. I run them in both of my old BMWs.

You could keep Motronic, and pick up a WAR Chip from Miller. You get programmable chip (with multiple settings), but you don't have to run a trigger wheel, EDIS, etc.

My 2002 has Megasquirt, and I think it's great, but I am going with a WAR Chip. You can also get a MAF conversion kit from Miller ...

In my 2002, I have had great luck with Graf. Get one of those. And Beck Arnley isn't a brand per se. They are a packager of other parts.

I want to say I bought my Graf from Bav Auto, but maybe it was Blunt Tech.

Try this. Go to the hardware store and find a bolt with the same thread pitch, but longer. Take a pair of Vise Grips, and pull the two halves together some. Use the longer bolt to get the two halves to the point where you can get one original bolt threaded. Then back out the longer bolt and stick in ...

How's your windshield seal?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=3973&mospid=47164&btnr=11_0670&hg=11&fg=35

At this link, I think you are looking for part #13. I would e-mail steve@blunttech.com for BMW parts. His prices are great and he owns several BMWs. He is a true enthusiast. I ordered a differential mount and ...