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Rebuilding front end suspension(need help)
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Rebuilding front end suspension(need help)
The time has come for me to replace pretty much everything that can be replaced down there in the front. I don't wanna take it to the shop because they are all overpriced. I am going to order parts and install them my self but I need some help from you guys...
Im not sure what I should replace. So far I have:
-ball joints
-lower control arm bushings
-rotors(can someone post the exact dimensions of the rotors on our cars)
-engine mounts
-flex disks
-center link
-steering shock
-I also wanna do new spark plugs and wires(should I replace coils as well?)
Can someone please add things to the list. Im not sure what else I should replace.
Also are there any suspension parts down there that are different from non AMG 202s(except for the brakes)
I really appreciate all the input
Im not sure what I should replace. So far I have:
-ball joints
-lower control arm bushings
-rotors(can someone post the exact dimensions of the rotors on our cars)
-engine mounts
-flex disks
-center link
-steering shock
-I also wanna do new spark plugs and wires(should I replace coils as well?)
Can someone please add things to the list. Im not sure what else I should replace.
Also are there any suspension parts down there that are different from non AMG 202s(except for the brakes)
I really appreciate all the input
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1999 C43, 2008 P30 E63, 2014 SQ5, 2024 Model Y Performance
Front end suspension:
Control arms (upper and lower)
Drag link (has ball joints and tie rods)
Steering damper
Sway bar bushings
Idler arm bushing
The items listed above are what I replaced when I did my suspension and it made a MAJOR difference.
I believe our front rotors are 334mm
Control arms (upper and lower)
Drag link (has ball joints and tie rods)
Steering damper
Sway bar bushings
Idler arm bushing
The items listed above are what I replaced when I did my suspension and it made a MAJOR difference.
I believe our front rotors are 334mm
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It can be a DIY activity, but it does certainly need specialist tools (special Klann type spring compressor for example), ball joint splitter, not forgetting you need a full suspension realignment after. You also need to securely lift your vehicle for access. Better giving it to a specialist who has a lift and tools
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Hey guys. I need to order the following parts. Can anyone point me to a cheap website??
-polyurethene bushings
-engine mounts
-rear flex disc
I already have the rest of the parts. Just need to get everything so I can install all at once.
btw I installed magnacore wires and bosch platinum plugs today and wow
-polyurethene bushings
-engine mounts
-rear flex disc
I already have the rest of the parts. Just need to get everything so I can install all at once.
btw I installed magnacore wires and bosch platinum plugs today and wow
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Hey guys. I need to order the following parts. Can anyone point me to a cheap website??
-polyurethene bushings
-engine mounts
-rear flex disc
I already have the rest of the parts. Just need to get everything so I can install all at once.
btw I installed magnacore wires and bosch platinum plugs today and wow
-polyurethene bushings
-engine mounts
-rear flex disc
I already have the rest of the parts. Just need to get everything so I can install all at once.
btw I installed magnacore wires and bosch platinum plugs today and wow
Which bushings are you replacing?
engine mount = http://www.autohausaz.com/ or http://www.bmaparts.com/ (BMA autoparts can get you stuff not listed on the site as well. I had them order a lemforder tranny mount that was not listed, email them)
Rear flex disc = http://www.autohausaz.com/
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My other thread let me know that I did not need LCa bushings becuase of my front kmac kit. Does anyone know what the mbarts rear camber arms rePlace? Is there something on the list above that I don't need?
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adj camb arms seems to be a good investment for your rear tires.
I'm still happy with mines, but I don't know for how long I will be happy?
If and when they start squeeking, Houston we have a problem.......................
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