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installed some ebay springs to the rear hatch to help it pop open. The rubber bumper disintegrated over time and I couldn't just pay BMW $25 for a rubber bumper. $35 for two springs and the hatch pops open and lifts all the way up automatically. Genius.

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Originally Posted by Overboost (Post 1133141)

Replaced my front lower control arms today with the FCP Euro Meyle HD 4 piece kit. The right side was pretty straight forward once I took the brake rotor off and re-positioned the backing plate so I could get a straight shot with my sledge at the knuckle to free the outer joints.

Of all the videos I watched and threads I read, no one mentioned the left side cooling duct that obstructs the bolt from coming out to replace the arm. I had to take the lower panel off and loosen the duct enough to squeeze the bolt past it.

All in all, 7 out of 10 in difficulty. 4 hours start to finish. Shaking from high speed braking seems to be gone. :thumbup:

https://dyw03owr7vs3n.cloudfront.net...qi.?1496451122

Yeah did my poly bushings a few weeks ago. left side requires removing the fender liner and part of the air box... but I used a Dremel and cut part of the webbing away and the bolt slid out like a charm... Starting on the left side is the way to go the right side is cake. :)

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Originally Posted by FRod1981 (Post 1133380)

Mind sharing eBay link?

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Originally Posted by FRod1981 (Post 1133383)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-E53-X5-...53.m2749.l2649

Thanks kind Sir

edited and added the youtube link.

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Originally Posted by FRod1981 (Post 1133385)

edited and added the youtube link.

I put those on the wifes x5 last month or so and they work great. But I know its going to shorten the life of the hatch assist motor. But she is happy with the springs so that's life :)

This man is happily married and knows cost:happy wife ratios. lol

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Originally Posted by Crowz (Post 1133395)

I put those on the wifes x5 last month or so and they work great. But I know its going to shorten the life of the hatch assist motor. But she is happy with the springs so that's life :)

Don't worry. If your wife is anything like mine, she slams the lid closed. No use of the motor. Drives me nuts, but like a good husband, I keep my mouth shut.