is this good deal for front suspension parts?

[nsbone_1988_520i]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8052307315&fromMakeTrack=true

thanks for any advise...

[shogun]

Do a seach on FCP Groton.

Some like them, some not.
They do not clearly say the maker, they say made in Germany by Hamburg Technik.
I prefer Meyle or Lemfoerder or MAPCO.
I buy from MK Autotechnik in Germany usually. They clearly say what they offer. The owner of MK Autotechnik is peter Meissner, he owns an E32 750iL an E31 850 and also an E24 6 series. So he knows what he talks about.
http://cgi.ebay.de/BMW-730-750i-R6-V8-V12-E32-Querlenker-Satz-komplett_W0QQitemZ8054072665QQcategoryZ61893QQcmdZ ViewItem

[nsbone_1988_520i]

Hi Shogun,
Thanks for response.
The auction ended. but, all of those front suspension parts for US$299, i think it's very cheap right?

regards,

[MDLeers]

It's a good buy and those who have expressed dissatisfaction over the parts more than likely tightened the bolts at the control and thrust arm bushings before putting weight back on the car's wheels (a very common mistake I've seen even experienced people do). Just remember to check the center tie-rod - it's the only front suspension piece not in this kit and yours may be due for replacement.

[Kalevera]

It's a good buy and those who have expressed dissatisfaction over the parts more than likely tightened the bolts at the control and thrust arm bushings before putting weight back on the car's wheels (a very common mistake I've seen even experienced people do). Just remember to check the center tie-rod - it's the only front suspension piece not in this kit and yours may be due for replacement.
Do you work for these people or something?

It is not, and has never been, a question of bushing integrity (although those used in the drag link are questionable). It boils down to the quality of the ball joints. When a copied casting is used with cheap material, you get cheap parts. I, along with others on this forum, have tested these parts on our personal cars and found them to be a waste of money. Much better longevity can be had with OE lemforder parts.


best, whit

[MDLeers]

No. I do not work for them and regardless of your tests, my experience has been favorable (10k miles so far). I only passed along my personal experience.

[Kalevera]

It was suggested that a faulty installation was the source of the problem. While a valid argument, it's not sound.

For what it's worth, 15k miles seems to be about the average lifespan of the stuff. I got 10k before things started to fail. When comparing the marginal benefit of using anything other than OE versus OE, it's apparent that using the OE part is most cost effective.

best, whit