Re: Need advice on failing rear suspension--'88M6 (archive)

The rear suspension on my '88 M6 has progressively been getting worse; & from reading the archives here it looks like I should get rid of the self-leveling & have Bilsteins or Konis (or Boges) installed instead. My question is, what type of shocks are best for everday urban/surburban (not all that aggressive) driving? Ride quality is probably as important to me as handling. Also, what else should I have my mechanic replace (if anything) while this is being done?
My M6 also has the front end shimmey problem so I need to have the front bushings replaced, etc. Anything I should be thinking about while having that done so that front & rear suspensions are well matched?
Thanks for any advice! I've owned this car for 8 years but it's been pretty pampered so I'm just starting to learn about a lot of this.....(and everything is completely stock so far).
SteveW

I have successfully used Bilstein Sports on both of my 635's and the ride is not bad at all. Match it up with a set of Eibach or H&R springs and you will notice the difference, big time!
While your mechanic is in there have him check the subframe and trailing arm bushings for excessive wear or slop. Now is the time to replace a worn bushing.
Is your front end shimmy caused by the suspension or brakes, ie stuck caliper, warped rotor etc. Verify before you start replacing parts.
Good Luck,

Tom M in PA

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