Recommendations on bush kits for my 325i sport?

Post Sat Dec 14, 2013 11:08 pm

Recently purchased my tech2 325i sport and looking at the bushes they need some lovin!
Any recommendations on kits?
What works what doesn't?
Would really appreciate the help
Thanks in advance

Post Sat Dec 14, 2013 11:48 pm

Lemforder OEM spec.

For the front lollipop (TCA) bushes its worth upgrading to E30 M3 type as it pushes the front wheels forward a tad and improves handling.

Post Sat Dec 14, 2013 11:53 pm

Awesome just the help I needed!
Thanks again

Post Sat Dec 14, 2013 11:58 pm

Europarts sell lemforder bushes but dont think they sell the M3 bushes, thats BMW only.

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:28 am

Cheers I'll get them on order tomorrow.
I'm guessing the cheap kits are crap then?
The old "pay for what you get" applies.
Wondering if you could help me with advice on shocks?
I'm swaying towards bilstein b8s and a set of eibach springs (because I can get them cheap)
Any preference or experience on this side of things?
Thanks a lot!

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:34 am

The only bilsteins ive used are B4's, ive ran quite a few set ups Eibach, Apex, H&R etc and ive always gone back to H&R.
Im running a 60/40 cupkit and like it.
I hear B8's can be a little harsh on public roads.

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:43 am

I've heard the same thing to be honest and after having 2 slip disks recently and hoping to drive it to Le Mans next year maybe I'm looking at this the wrong way!
What h&r setup do you run if u don't mind me asking?
Cheers

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:45 am

leeparkes wrote: Im running a 60/40 cupkit

Part number for the M3 lollipop bushes is 31129061222

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 12:57 am

Absolute legend!! I must say that's one mean machine you've got there!
When I get my head around this technology I'll upload some photos.
Many thanks

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 10:19 am

B8's are fine if you have normal sized tyres, if you have low profiles you will want softer dampers. All depends on how hard you want to drive it

Dont forget these for the rear bushes

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-E30-Rear- ... 3a87c7271a

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 10:46 am

Great help again. As I've decided to let the motorbike go (due to back issues) I think I'll head down the b8 route.
Thanks for the heads up on tyres!
I will most certainly be purchasing myself some of those bush fillers, quality invention!
Thanks again

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 10:51 am

Pm me for a cheaper price

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 11:40 am

I got the Strongflex poly bush kit, replace all the bushes, and inc eccentric wishbone bush.
http://www.strongflex.eu/en/bmw-e30-82- ... sport.html

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 6:40 pm

Op, don`t forget poly bushes will be harder. Any pot holes/uneven road surface/bumps and vibrations will be felt much more. Whole car will be stiffer. Also, they might squeak after while. Want softer and quieter ride? Go for Lemforder, OEM rubber.

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 8:58 pm

http://www.strongflex.eu/en/bmw-e30-82- ... sport.html or how to ruin an E30 in one easy move! Leave the plastic rubbish for the Corsa/Saxo brigade.

Post Sun Dec 15, 2013 10:02 pm

Thanks for the heads up mate

Post Mon Dec 16, 2013 6:13 am

Print this page out and take it to your local motor factors, and make sure all the parts they supply are Lemforder, Meyle or Febi:

http://www.e30zone.net/e30zonewiki/index.php/Bushes

Post Mon Dec 16, 2013 3:38 pm

Pair of E30 M3 eccentric lollipop bushes (31129061222) - £85 pair

Im sure i only paid around £20 odd about 3 years ago!

Post Mon Dec 16, 2013 3:52 pm

Something wrong in the wiki Grrr, Cotswold do them for £39.16.

http://www.e30zone.net/modules.php?name ... 1129061222

Post Mon Dec 16, 2013 4:32 pm

Sorted

Post Mon Dec 16, 2013 5:38 pm

Absolutely amazing!!
Appreciate the help, now it's time to spend more money!!

Post Tue Dec 17, 2013 5:22 pm

So I'm guessing people don't use Cotswold bmw for there bits and pieces? As the e30 wiki is way under the prices I have just been quoted? I understand prices fluctuate but not by +100%!! To be honest the customer service was absolutely shocking in my opinion, anyone had this trouble? Recommend anywhere else they use?
Thanks in advance
Ry

Post Tue Dec 17, 2013 5:51 pm

Which parts have gone up? Prices are the one thing the Wiki isn't very good at quoting, as they change with alarming regularity.

Post Tue Dec 17, 2013 6:04 pm

E46 m3 top shock mounts £54.74?
Trailing arm bushes £43.94?
Basically everything on the wiki plus near on £20 on top?
I can understand prices changing but really?!
I guess I'll be looking elsewhere!

Post Tue Dec 17, 2013 6:28 pm

I normally order my parts from a Lithuanian dealer since they're only next door and they have a webstore. Their total for the Wiki list of bushes, not including nuts, bolts and the control arms, is almost bang on 600 quid. The hefty prices are the diff bush (112 quid) and the front M3 strut mounts (100 quid EACH).

In contrast, the E46 rear top mounts are only 40 quid for the pair, and the trailing arm bushes are bang on 40 quid. That'll give you a guideline as to what BMW Europe's prices are.

Oh yeah, 5% discount and free courier shipping if you sign up to the website

Post Tue Dec 17, 2013 10:30 pm

Cheers mate thanks again!