E60 535d - suspension refresh
Discussion
Hi All
Ivd just replaced my old Ed30 Golf gti with a nice 2008 e60 535d M sport as my daily smoker.
Engine wise it's as strong as Russian powerlifter - I've known the car for years and it's very well maintained.
So; getting to the crux of the matter I'm wishing to replace suspension bushes for OEM standard items. The shocks and springs are healthy but overall it feels a little splashy. It has standard M sport suspension.
What bushes would you guys recommend to replace?
ARB bushes front and rear.... anything else?
I've looked at euro car parts and there seems to be a myriad of different bushes and I'm a little confused.
I don't want to replace things for the sake of it - just refresh the items that usually deteriorate with age.
Also, with any recommendations that anyone is kind enough to provide would you specify if it is possible to replace the bush or whether an entire arm is needed?
Any links would be greatly appreciated
Ivd just replaced my old Ed30 Golf gti with a nice 2008 e60 535d M sport as my daily smoker.
Engine wise it's as strong as Russian powerlifter - I've known the car for years and it's very well maintained.
So; getting to the crux of the matter I'm wishing to replace suspension bushes for OEM standard items. The shocks and springs are healthy but overall it feels a little splashy. It has standard M sport suspension.
What bushes would you guys recommend to replace?
ARB bushes front and rear.... anything else?
I've looked at euro car parts and there seems to be a myriad of different bushes and I'm a little confused.
I don't want to replace things for the sake of it - just refresh the items that usually deteriorate with age.
Also, with any recommendations that anyone is kind enough to provide would you specify if it is possible to replace the bush or whether an entire arm is needed?
Any links would be greatly appreciated
Have a look here http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/partgrp?id=PX92-EU...
I assumed your car was a 2008 build, but there will be a production date sticker on the underside of the bonnet or put your vin in to be sure. It might be worth putting the car into a specialist and seeing what needs doing.
Most of the replacement bushes have been ended and have been replaced by new arms complete.
Has the prop doughnut been checked? If not get this checked at the same time. Excellent motor these, enjoy.
I assumed your car was a 2008 build, but there will be a production date sticker on the underside of the bonnet or put your vin in to be sure. It might be worth putting the car into a specialist and seeing what needs doing.
Most of the replacement bushes have been ended and have been replaced by new arms complete.
Has the prop doughnut been checked? If not get this checked at the same time. Excellent motor these, enjoy.
Thanks for the reply - sorry it's taken so long to acknowledge; only just seen it!
Yes it's a 2008 build and I have looked at real OEM too.
I guess I was asking what the usual suspects were that were prone to wearing but I guess until I check it then I'll never know.
The engine in these things is an absolute stormer - One that I think will be looked back on fondly by many who have owned one. I't was bought cheapish as the daily transport and its just the ticket.
Yes it's a 2008 build and I have looked at real OEM too.
I guess I was asking what the usual suspects were that were prone to wearing but I guess until I check it then I'll never know.
The engine in these things is an absolute stormer - One that I think will be looked back on fondly by many who have owned one. I't was bought cheapish as the daily transport and its just the ticket.
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