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Re: Control/Thrust Arm bushings questions (archive)
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Posted by Bob Duckworth on December 22, 2000 at 23:54:04:

In Reply to: Control/Thrust Arm bushings questions posted by James Lee on December 22, 2000 at 23:45:59:


I've got the feeling my upper control arm (thrust arm) bushings are bad, the wheels travel backwards slightly when braking but there is no shake.
What will I notice when I replace them? Will it affect my alignment? Will the steering be tighter?
What should I replace them with? Bavarian Autosport makes control arms with bushings pressed into them, with new ball joints, but are they worth it for 150 bucks per arm? Is it hard to install these alone, and do I need a ball joint puller?
Finally, If I elect to have an independent BMW shop replace things up there, what should I expect to pay for good work?
Thanks to everyone on this board!
James Lee


Sounds like a correct diagnosis. Buy the control arms with the bushings pressed in . Then you can make the switch at home or at a garage. A garage will probably hit you 2-4 hours labor at their shop rate.

HTH

Bob Duckworth

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