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Posted by Rob Anderson on May 20, 2001 at 15:59:25:

In Reply to: Front Suspension Questions posted by Randy Sargent on May 20, 2001 at 15:27:29:


My 86 535i has a squeaking noise up front when I turn the
wheels. Looking underneath, rubber bushings look ok. Tried to get alignment, but mechanic says I need tie rod ends replacing due to wear ($200 installed). Could this be making the noise?
Doubt it, it is probably your upper strut bearings.

Suspension seems good, but noticed broken rubber piece at top of bottom section of strut. To fix this do I have to replace strut, or can I buy the O ring and drop it on the strut?
This is the upper strut bearing. You can purchase it separately and install it without having to replace any other parts.

Does strut replacement take a spring compressor?

If you have stock springs yes
Rob
M535i SIG Chief Technical Advisor
www.m535i.org

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