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Re: Front Suspension Questions (archive)
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Posted by dan on May 20, 2001 at 20:29:23:

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

I recently replaced the upper strut bearings since I was getting a squeeky noise and "rumbling" when I turned the steering wheel. I attempted to compress the strut springs myself, but quit when I lost confidence in my compressor to hold the springs. I brought the struts to a local shop and they did the compression and installed the bearings for, if I recall correctly, $15.00 per strut. This did the job on the noise. Unless you have a really good wall mounted compressor, I recommend you hire someone to compress the springs. I replaced the front struts while I was at it.

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? 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? Does strut replacement take a spring compressor?




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