Maybe the removed parts go back to the production line to be fitted and then removed again by AR later? I didn't notice many M3Ws with large mudguards and Australian type air filters awaiting delivery when I was at Malvern recently. As mentioned, all factored in the conversion cost and not a paperwork exercise.
Steering arm changes to the front uprights are interesting with the increased ride height. A better mudguard stay mount and no bump steer issues this time. The ride height change may not be a bad thing once you get used to the look, less chance of bending the rear bodywork on a kerb or speed hump. Not sure what it will do for the handling though, maybe not much change for normal driving?
I too doubt that road driving at 'normal' speeds will make much difference, but press on making progress and the lower riding car will handle better. I've now dropped mine down low enough to get the original-height track rod arms parallel with the road and this means only about 11-12cm clearance between the front of the body and the tarmac. It is a bit low for some bigger road humps, but it definitely handles better in my mind, when required. My setup of course has the Empire kit but WITHOUT their risers - I removed them and replaced the stock track rod ends after seeing one too many picture of a sheered Empire riser on here....
