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Hi there, I would like to know if preloading is important when replacing
the control arm, or only the bushing at the back it self?
Do you have anything like this for an E90 2007 328i?
The vehicle used is an E30 3-series (84-91). The E36 3-series is
practically identical.
can you take off the bushing without special tool??
For an alternative to grinding the 16mm wrench you can buy a 16mm cone
wrench from a bicycle shop. Buy 2 and tape them together. They are like $8
each.
Hi Otto, when using the bushing removal tool, is the bushing still usable
after removal? I just put new Powerflex bushings on about 8 months ago but
as I track the car I’d like to replace the control arms now, but I’m hoping
I can save the bushings. Any suggestions on whether this is possible?
Thanks!
Thought you said in the vid it was a E36. Anyway I know that once you
disconnect the lower ball joints the strut does not have the same
stability, but it looked really flimsy with the slightest touch
You see… Now that you’re making video tutorials, I feel that much better
when buying parts from you!
Yes, the passenger side can be a “bugger”.
I do this job at my home – perfect vidéo thank you !!! 😉
This video was done on an E30 3-series. The upper mounts were fine. What
makes you note this?
Bye the way, getting to that passenger side nut on the middle ball joint
stud is a lot harder. I have an automatic… so that combined with the
sway-bar & header really made it tough! Even trying the double wrench was
hard just because of the angles to get to it. Taking the sway bar off helps
FYI. The driver’s side was much easier.
Yes, the tool should allow you to remove the bushings without damage, so
they can be reused. The part number is KT20249 at BavAuto.com … or call
our advisors at 800-535-2002
Awesome. Thank you!
Is this the E36 series ?
Should of posted this a couple days ago i just had someone replace mine ! =/
Thanks BavAuto, excellent video.
The tool shown is a specific tool for BMW 3-series and MINI models. A local
parts store may not have one. We do sell the tool in our online store at
bavauto.com. It is called a control arm bushing tool.
what is the tool called that you used to remove the bushing? Is this
something i can loan.rent at autozone ? what would i ask for ?
You will need to use some type of puller to pull the bushing off the end of
the control arm as the rubber will be fairly well “stuck” to the control
arm end pin.
Looks like that E36 has a weak strut mount as well
We have not yet done an E90 control arm DIY. The Bentley repair manual for
the E90/91/92/93 chassis will cover the task. We have the manual available
in our online store at bavauto.com or via our phone advisors at
800-535-2002.
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Thanks for sharing, Eric.