Rear end rebuild complete.

[Bmwtvboy]

Finished the rear end rebuild on the 3.0 X5, 2001 . First thing I realized is that I didn't need to replace the ball joint/bushings. After talking with parts guys they explained that this part was rarely replaced. OK, but I did and don't suggest you do unless you notice grease leaking around the mulit link. You can replace the multi-link without the bushing. The two control arms on the top needed replacement along with the swaybar links. My sub frame bushings and air bags were fine. After alignment it drove like an new X. I did replace stock shocks with HD Bill's and it is a much firmer ride, but I like that. Drove this X 2300 miles from Maine to CO with flawless performance and avg.22 mpg. Got 23mpg when filled with 93 OCT at Marathons. Luv the X.