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Building A Better Bimmer - Tuner Tech

Part 1: Installing Suspension, Wheels And Tires
By Philip Royle
Photography by Philip Royle
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UUC Motorwerks' Stage 3 dampers... 
   
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UUC Motorwerks' Stage 3 dampers are sealed, non-adjustable shocks and struts. The dampers are produced by Sachs to UUC's spec. They ride stiffer than stock, but not excessively. If you so choose, UUC also has sway bars to complement the shocks and springs.
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The DPE R16s are forged, polished... 
   
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The DPE R16s are forged, polished and pleasing to the eye. Our wheels measured 19x8 and weighed 23 pounds, which is less than the optional 17x7 chromed BMW wheels on the car.
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The progressive-rate springs... 
   
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Bmw M3 Tech Spring
The progressive-rate springs that come with the Stage 3 dampers are the same as in UUC's Stage 1 upgrade. They cost around $325. We found the springs work well with UUC's dampers, with the final ride being soft and compliant on the freeway, but firming up once you lean into a couple of hard turns.

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