My big German boat! BMW 740IL

By stevegolf
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2 minute(s) of a 25 minute read

10-10-2019

Started getting some wobbles in the front end, especially under braking. Picked up some new lower control arms. They were pretty old, especially the trailing arms. Got the front-end alligned and its riding much better. The process was pretty easy overall, nice thing about having a Florida car, no rusty bolts!

Old

New

Here is the trailing arm, probably the most difficult due to access to the rear bolt. You have to turn the wheel while undoing the rear bolt so the steering arms don't get in the way. 


The old arm. Those tears in the bushing are probably what caused the wobble. 

Nice and fresh.

Here is the writeup/video. More straightforward with less monkey business than the other videos. Maybe because BMW suspension work puts me in a serious mood :D

https://www.diyauto.com/manufacturers/bmw/generations/7-series-1/diys/front-lower-control-arm-replacement


Read the Full Article: #BMW #E38 #suspension

Comments

A beautiful car! Love Bimmers ????

Posted by Diggymart on 3/18/19 @ 6:00:22 PM