Air Lift Performance Front Kit - BMW 5-Series (1997-2003) 75539
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You just can’t go wrong with an e39 5-series! The muscular lines on this car never look dated and the performance capability is incredible, especially with the M5. With all that excellent German engineering, you want to make sure that any suspension choice you make is worthy of the Roundel. There are plenty of great options for your car, but there is only one that has the versatility to maximize your driving experience: Air Lift Performance!
Air Lift Performance has created the perfect suspension kit to tear up a racetrack, shred some back country roads, or to stop people dead in their tracks at a show. As the leader in aftermarket high-performance air suspension, we know what it takes to balance your ride perfectly, maximize handling capability, and maintain your ride’s stunning good looks. The members of the engineering team involved in the design and development of these kits has over 35 years of road racing experience as drivers, engineers, and crew members. Performance is not just in our name—it’s in our blood.
So, what does it take to have such a versatile suspension system? It all starts with a strong foundation; in this case, that’s the struts. Air Lift uses 30-way adjustable, monotube struts (with a serious range of damping adjustment) that have been specially tuned to match the air springs. Monotube construction is the preferred choice in racing, and for us as well, considering its sensitivity to small inputs as well as its great ability to shed heat when pushed to the limit. The 30 clicks of adjustment aren’t just for fun, but allow users to dial in their preferred handling feel or desired ride quality. The range goes from super-stiff to exceptionally soft, adjusting rebound and compression together. The struts weigh considerably less than the coil spring parts you remove, reducing unsprung weight—a benefit to both ride control and handling.
Another notable feature is the presence of adjustable camber plates in front. This allows easy, precise adjustment of the camber angle, making quick work of the alignment process for road or track. These plates are packed with high-quality, Japanese-manufactured pillow ball bearings for long life and low noise.
What sets these struts way apart from the coilover crowd is the addition of our adjustable, progressive-rate air springs. These high-rate springs create a stable platform for aggressive track driving, while providing a level of comfort not typically found with lowered suspensions. By using this progressive nature of air springs and maximizing available suspension travel, we are able to ride low without the punishing ride…and since they allow ride height to be adjusted with a button, no longer do you have to suffer the curses of static suspension lowness! No more issues with scraping against speed bumps or steeply angled drives. Raise it up as high as stock to ride off-road without damaging the underbody.
Having good components in a kit is important, but it’s just as critical to make sure they work together to give the desired result. Extensive testing at various racetracks has proven to be important in creating the proper handling balance, as well as illustrating the toughness and durability of the parts.
That’s not all. Before a kit makes it to the track, the components are torture-tested on our hydraulic test rig for over one million cycles, simulating a real-world 100,000 miles. And as an ISO 9000 certified company, Air Lift is committed to quality disciplines and continuous improvement in all areas.
Worried about installation? Every kit comes with a detailed instruction manual to guide you through all the steps. If you can install suspension and wire a stereo, you have the skills necessary for the job. And if you have questions, our industry-leading customer service department will take good care of you.
Aren’t you ready to have it all? Invest in a smoother ride and maximize your handling capability—buy an Air Lift Performance kit today!
MODEL FITMENT:
1997-2003 BMW e39 Chassis (Rear kit does not fit vehicles with factory air suspension)
North American market 1997-2003:
- 525i, 528i, 530i, 540i, and M5
Europe and rest of world: 1995-2003
- 520i, 523i, 525i, 528i, 530i, 535i, 540i, 525tds, 525d, 530d and M5
INSTALLATION DETAILS:
- Modifications Req. Front: NONE
- Modifications Req. Rear: NONE
KIT FEATURES:
- Drop = 102mm/4.01″
- Durable double bellows springs
- 30-level damping adjustable monotube struts
- Adjustable front camber plates
- Anodized red aluminum accents
- Powdercoated gloss black steel brackets
INCLUDED WITH EACH KIT:
- Pair of air-over shocks with 30-level damping adjustment
- Braided stainless steel leader hoses
- 1/4″ & 3/8″ PTC fittings
- All mounting hardware
- Detailed instruction manual
- Air Lift’s 1-year warranty and excellent customer support
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
| Installation Manual | Download Manual |
|---|---|
| User Guide | Download User Guide |
| Shipping Weight | 29 lbs |
| Shipping Dimensions | 23.5 x 14.875 x 8 in |
| Warranty |
One Year Limited |
| Application Type |
Performance Front Kit |
| Aftermarket Body Kits (Authentic & Replica) |
| Aftermarket body kits, whether authentic or replica will always require extra work to dial-in the fitment to the end-users liking. We highly recommend utilizing a custom professional body shop with aftermarket body kit experience in fiberglass or carbon fiber. Each brand will have different tolerances for fitment. Some will fit better than others. The body kit's material will also come into play (e.g. fiberglass, polyuretehane, carbon fiber, etc). The purchaser/end-user is fully responsible for finding the appropiate body shop and all fees associated with installation, fitment, modifcation, preparation and paint associated with the product. |
| Installation and Paint of Body Kits |
| A professional and custom body shop experienced in aftermarket fiberglass and carbon fiber body kits is required for proper installation and painting of these products. Aftermarket body kits do not fit like OEM products and generally require extra work for optimal fitment. Fitment will be dependent on the quality of the body shop choosen. A dry test fit is required before any modifications and painting is done. Outcast Garage nor the respective manufacturer will not be able to warranty a defective product if it has been modified or painted without a proper dry test fit nor be responsible for any credit towards labor or paint if the product is defective. An inexperienced or incorrect body shop may result in high labor rates, ill-fitting parts, and peeling paint. |
| Fiberglass (FRP) |
| There will always be minor sanding, shaving, cutting, tweaking, adjusting, drilling and/or filling will be required prior to installing these parts. All primer finish included with the parts but be sanded as well as other preparation work required before painting. All fitting and paint preparation is the responsibility of your body shop. The product's respective manufacturer nor Outcast Garage will be responsible for the quality of a body shop's work if it does not meet the customer's expectations. Body kits must be test fitted on the vehicle prior to painting to check for any manufacturer's defect. Any part that is modified is non-returnable and no refund wil be given. |
| Carbon Fiber Care (CF, CFRP) |
| All carbon fiber products will require an automotive-grade clear coat for protection against the sun's UV rays unless the clear coat is included with the product from its respective manufacturer. Products infused with a 'UV Protection Resin Gel' should still be covered with an automotive-grade clear coat. Body kits must be test fitted on the vehicle prior to painting to check for any manufacturer's defect. The product's respective manufacturer nor Outcast Garage will be not not warranty or be responsible for discoloration of the carbon fiber nor be responsible for the quality of the clear coat applied by the body shop if it does not meet the customer's expectations. |
| Hand-Laid Carbon Fiber (CF, CFRP) |
| The 'Carbon Fiber Care' disclaimer also applies to hand-land carbon fiber products. Depending on the complexity and design of the product, there may be a slight and minor shift in the carbon fiber weaves. It is almost impossible to achieve 'perfection' with hand-land carbon fiber. These 'slight and minor shifts' in the carbon fiber weaves does not equate to the product being defective. If the weaves are extreme, and do not fall within an acceptable tolerance, then it will be eligible for a warranty replacement if the product has not been altered in anyway. A warranty claim must be filed first before any further action can be taken. Body kits must be test fitted on the vehicle prior to painting to check for any manufacturer's defect. Outcast Garage will not be responsible for a refused shipment of a carbon fiber product if it does not meet expectations without first initiating a warranty claim and receiving approval. Inspections and refusing of shipments are only for damaged products during transit (cracks, chips, bends, holes, scratches, etc). |
| Polyurethane Care, Installation & Painting (Poly) |
| All polyurethane parts will come raw and unpainted. These parts are flexible so they may slightly warp during shipment. Slightly warped polyurethane parts are not considered defective. They will require a few hours of sunlight to return to its original shape from when it came out of the mold. Polyurethane parts are much different than factory OEM parts and require specific preparation before painting. Improper paint preparation will result in the paint not adhering to the bumper, pin holes and bubbles. It is normal for polyurethane parts to come slightly scratched with imperfections. Proper sanding during paint preparation will remove all imperfections. Please seek a professional and reputable body shop with experience with polyurethane aftermarket parts. Body kits must be test fitted on the vehicle prior to painting to check for any manufacturer's defect. The product's respective manufacturer nor Outcast Garage will not be responsible for the body shop's preparation, fitting and paint job if it does not meet the customer's expectations. |
- Due to the fluctuating conversation rates, all international orders shipping to outside of the United States are non-returnable nor exchangeable.
- The purchaser will be responsible for all duties, taxes and custom fees when importing goods into their country.
- It is the purchaser's responsibility to acquire a custom's broker for international shipments.
