SPAX TAP685 is an adjustable-damping suspension kit with a fixed lowering amount. It is listed separately from the height-adjustable coilover kits. Check the exact application and lowering below.
Vehicle applications
BMW Saloon 518i; 520i with sport susp. 8/90-9/92
- Catalogue model group: BMW 5 SERIES E34
- Front lowering (mm): 35/30
- Rear lowering (mm): 35/30
- Catalogue fitting-note reference: (8,27)
- Fitting note 8: TAG1058 has M12 top nut & 40mm dust cover, TAG1059 has M12 top nut & 80mm dust cover, TAG1060 has M14 top nut & 80mm dust cover
- Fitting note 27: N.B. RSX ONLY BMW E30 Front Struts: O.E Front struts must be sent to SPAX for conversion to Coilovers. Please make sure the struts are pressure washedand that the following are removed from struts. – Calliper and Carrier – Disc – Inserts – Hub
Fitting information
Match the manufacturer part number TAP685 and all listed restrictions to the vehicle. Use the instructions supplied with the exact kit. The catalogue lowering figures depend on the original suspension; a factory-lowered car may show a different additional drop.
Read the SPAX PSX range handbook. This is general range guidance; check the instructions supplied for your part.
Photograph shows the SPAX PSX range for illustration. The number, shape and fittings of the components depend on the application.




