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5-Series (E12,E28, E34, E39, E60)Chat relating to the BMW 5-Series of all generations. Specific models include: BMW 518, BMW 520, BMW 520i, BMW 530i, BMW 528i, BMW 530i, BMW 518i, BMW 524d, BMW 525i, BMW 525e, BMW 528e, BMW 540i, BMW 535i, BMW 520d, BMW 525td, BMW 525d, BMW 530d, BMW 525i/xi, BMW 530i/xi. (BMW 5-Series Forum)
Does anybody know any sites that sell body parts for E34s? I don't want anything fancy, I'm really only looking for lip spoiler and sideskirts. Also, who makes quality suspension products for these cars? I like the power on it, but the suspension could use some upgrades.
__________________ There IS a replacement for displacement - it's called volumetric efficiency
The stock suspension on it is actually quite good, but I'm sure at 220,000 miles it is SHOT, mine was at about 100k.
Bilstein / Koni shocks along with H&R or Eibach springs are the most popular combos and they lower the car nicely and handle quite well. My e34 is lowered with bilsteins and H&R springs (a stiffer combo) and the ride / handling is just how I want it to be.
I'd replace all bushings and balljoints too if I were you, though.
Originally posted by sp0rky@Dec 8 2004, 03:03 AM The stock suspension on it is actually quite good, but I'm sure at 220,000 miles it is SHOT, mine was at about 100k.
Bilstein / Koni shocks along with H&R or Eibach springs are the most popular combos and they lower the car nicely and handle quite well. My e34 is lowered with bilsteins and H&R springs (a stiffer combo) and the ride / handling is just how I want it to be.
I'd replace all bushings and balljoints too if I were you, though.
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The suspension does not look shot, although I do need to replace a front shock on a driver's side. I am leaning toward changing the bushings, but it's my first BMW, so I'm still doing research on it. Also, is it normal for the front to lift up a little, whe switching gears at high RPMs?
__________________ There IS a replacement for displacement - it's called volumetric efficiency
Is the front end lifting or is the back end dropping?
If the front is lifting - it's a suspension issue, totally not normal and it's an indicator of worn shock absorbers. If it's the back of the car, it could be several things - old suspension and the torque is affecting it or the subframe bushings are shot.
New suspension components should clear that up. Even if the suspension doesnt look shot, if 90% of it hasnt been replaced, it IS. It's a heavy car and wears out front end parts QUICKLY.
Yea, it's the front of the car that's raising. I already ordered some bilsteins for the front. Do you know where I can get some decent bushings for a reasonable price?
__________________ There IS a replacement for displacement - it's called volumetric efficiency
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