Front suspension overhaul.

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varden
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Front suspension overhaul.

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Its been a long time coming, but my e21 is finally getting new front springs (30mm lowered), shocks and lower control arms.

I had to put my e30 project out to get the e21 into the shed.
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Thanks to some new tools everything came out of the car easily.
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There was quite a difference between the old and new springs.
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The car has come out looking wedge shaped as i have heavy duty aftermarket standard height springs in the rear.
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The job took me and mate about 2 hours to complete, we were both surprised there were no unforseen problems or last minute dives to auto supply stores for extras.

The test drive was a success, no clonking over bumps, no wallowing, less understeer :lol: no steering shimmy. The old control arms were shagged, the ball joints were worn and notchy and the shockies were both blown so there has been quite an improvement!


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Post by Jeroen »

Well then that work must have seriously transformed the ride, enjoy!
Regards/groeten, Jeroen
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