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It drives fantastic!! I should have done this sooner. |
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I am about to do some more suspension work. I feel a slight thud under sudden braking and a slight shimmy when driving which I assume is the other side front control arms. When I bought it, I did the front driver side only to pass inspection but I ordered the passenger side arms/ball joints, all 4 end links, upper strut mounts/bearings and am leaning towards preventatively replacing the front struts since they seem to be original with near 120k miles. Curious whether I should go with the Bilstein B4 touring struts or the Bilstein 4600’s. The 4600 appears to be the HD since it’s yellow/blue. I just want the car to remain like OE though and have no desire for “performance” on this one. Also got 2 new rear tires. Sticking with the Toyo Proxes ST2.
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I would replace the struts with whatever is closest to OE... the 4.6is already has a pretty firm ride due to its low profile tires and sport suspension, no need to go even harsher. I think you only need the Bilstein HD's if you plan to lower it, otherwise the touring struts should be fine. Make sure to replace the strut mounts, those go bad with age too. The ones in my 540it kept groaning and squeaking after I replaced the rest of the suspension so I spent ages trying to chase down that list bit of harshness. Once I replaced my struts and mounts the front suspension was perfect.
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Yeah i would stick to the touring shocks. I went back with Sachs oe since i had a 4.6is
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You've seen my write up when you asked about rear coils and you probably noticed I went with HD.
I do agree that HD are firmer than stock, but I do like them and I wouldn't call them harsh. My problem with Touring ones is the longevity. My understanding is that Touring is different type of strut / shock internal build when compared to HD and are lesser quality. Another advantage of HD over stock or Touring is stability in cornering and high speeds. This is obviously IMO but I'm not regretting going with HD. Now, Sport Bilstein and lowered springs, that's too firm IMO. Also, definitely replace the strut mounts. One of mine, which is pictured in the write up, had big nasty crack.
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If you are concerned with compromising ride just go with OEM parts, you already know what that is like. Touring shock quality is fine and ride is similar, my guess is somewhat firmer, hard to tell for sure since always compared to the worn out struts just removed.
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I have HD's and H&R II on my E38 and love them but that's my car...
I won't go oe bc of price but will look into Sachs. Didnt see them on fcp but will check ecs. Thanks, everyone! |
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I would definitely go with the OE sachs set up as I personally believe that its the perfect set up for the 4.6is.
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