Advice on ordering correct parts for X5...

[Scott ZHP]

Also, good luck with the lower ball joints. The e-torx fasteners are notoriously hard to remove. Spray them with PB-Blaster or Kroil and heat them in advance.

I had to drill one bolt out on both sides after the heads snapped.

[StephenVA]

Originally Posted by Ricky Bobby

With 190k friggin miles, just drop this kit off with your mechanic and enjoy a brand new front end: Don't replace just one side of a control arm or bushing, etc.

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...bmw5x10piece-l

For the axle, depends how split the boot is, if its not leaking grease, just have him re-boot it with a GKN Loebro boot kit - if its cracked open and spewing grease yes you'd need a new axle

[Dickster]

Can anyone recommend an independent supplier in the UK or Europe? Thanks