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So I have a 2016 RWD 328i with M Sport Suspension. Took my car to my mechanic today who told me I need the front left forward / front right forward control arms replaced. I found this: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...3160500067hdkt on FCPEuro; are there any other parts that I need for them to replace the control arms? Do I need bushings as well? Or any other bolts, etc.? They also said that I need my left and right struts replaced. I heard it was good to replace your struts and shocks at the same time (not sure if true) so am thinking of doing that.. Trying to order these parts is a bit more of a nightmare. They're telling me I need a strut assembly kit with springs, but these websites just confuse the hell out of me when I'm trying to look to confirm fitment.. Does anybody out there know where I can find a one stop shop kit for this? Or be able to just explain to me what parts exactly I need / any recommendations on websites to find them? My mechanic wasn't very helpful with this, as it didn't seem they knew what exact parts I needed for them to replace the struts. If anybody can provide any help / guidance it'd be greatly appreciated. |
04-03-2024, 03:35 AM | #2 |
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The bushings are already pressed into the arms. They probably failed. For most shops, the least expensive way to replace the bushing is to replace the arm. The cost of the labor to replace the bushing exceeds the cost of the entire arm.
There are also bolts that should be replaced (torque to yield) that appear to be included in the kit. After the arms are replaced, it would be a good idea to get an alignment. The shop that replaces the arms should be able to do this or sub it out. Good luck.
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Put the last 7 digts of your VIN into the box at the top of the page; it'll bring your car up For suspension parts & their part numbers; look at the 'front axle' diagrams For example this is RealOEM for my F31: https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/par...BMW-325d&mg=31 Front suspension here: https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=31_0942 Parts 6 & 10 are what you need; so get them off RealOEM for your car and then confirm those part numbers via whichever reseller you choose to use If you need new shocks; the springs are probably fine, but it makes sense to replace the top mounts whilst it's all out (and the rubber spring perches, gaskets etc); you can go aftermarket for shocks (ie Bilstein, Koni etc) or stick with BMW (very expensive); that's your choice As said above; it'll all need a full set up (tracking & alignment) after the works done as well
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How many miles on your car? The front control arm bushings do tend to leak fluid and then need replacement. What’s your symptoms? Are they leaking fluid? Why does he say that you need front struts or rear shocks? It’s nuts to tell you that you need a front strut assembly including springs. If you want to upgrade your front struts and rear shocks, get Koni Special Actives- both more sporty and more comfortable than stock. |
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See photo for part numbers on Koni Special Active front struts and rear shocks
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