E53 front struts failure? Anyone?

[ID4.8]

Originally Posted by semcoinc

There are a number of experiences posted here:

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...-much-diy.html

and here are some experiences on the rear lower swing arm bushings:

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...swing-arm.html

Mike

Good to know those bushings are a cause of camber problems. I've replaced everything minus those bushings, minus subframe bushings. I have no noise cooking from the rear so I don't suspect those are a problem.

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[semcoinc]

Also for the rear upper camber and toe arms there are these adjustable units.

I only needed the adjustable camber arms to get my rear to align properly. Even after all new rear components I was still pout of camber spec until I put the adjustable camber arms on.

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...0-shipped.html

Mike

[ID4.8]

Originally Posted by semcoinc

Also for the rear upper camber and toe arms there are these adjustable units.

I only needed the adjustable camber arms to get my rear to align properly. Even after all new rear components I was still pout of camber spec until I put the adjustable camber arms on.

https://xoutpost.com/bmw-sav-forums/...0-shipped.html

Mike

I'm only having issues with one side, and isn't out of spec, it just doesn't have any adjustment. I'm stuck at -2.4 when it settles back down after an alignment.

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[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by Blackjetvette97

Hi all,
To those who have replaced Front struts(and rear at same time or at diff time), could you please list out all other components(with correct name! LOL) that you changed out to new as well? I have a leaking front strut at 187K miles and will be doing a refresh(I have standard sus and will be doing Bil Touring) on the front, so I want to knock out everything that should be replaced all at once. Gonna hit the rear soon too, but am curious to compile a list of the "must change" items(rubber/plastic/etc) people found as they did swap during refreshes. Anyone change out the springs(is it necessary?)? Thanks for any input/advice/etc


Steve

Easy way is to go to vendor of your choice and look up suspension kits. Some have two or three options to consider. At least you can see what is considered a rebuild or refresh kit. https://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E53-X5.../Refresh_Kits/

[Scott ZHP]

Bought a pair of new boxed Sachs struts and strut bearings from someone on eBay last year. Guy sold the X before needing them. I think I paid $150 for everything.

I'm at 176k, and considering replacing them. What spring compressor do people prefer? I have the A-frame type; not sure it it will fit.

[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by Scott ZHP

Bought a pair of new boxed Sachs struts and strut bearings from someone on eBay last year. Guy sold the X before needing them. I think I paid $150 for everything.

I'm at 176k, and considering replacing them. What spring compressor do people prefer? I have the A-frame type; not sure it it will fit.

I just rent one from one of the car parts stores. Pay a deposit and get it all back when you return the tool.

[Fifty150hs]

Originally Posted by bcredliner

I just rent one from one of the car parts stores. Pay a deposit and get it all back when you return the tool.

I did the same. One word of caution on those, don't use impact tools. The vibration causes the spring compressors to walk around the spring. Pretty soon their next to each others. Hand tools only.