Erict719 Posted March 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Wow man! hey since you are a BMW tech, I just got a off topic question, I have a e46 , the shop find that my front control arm bushing is a little misalign in the bushing cup, does that effect my toe in as I keep on driving? Since my car is becoming less stable, but the shop said its nothing urgent to change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fidhle007 Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 I need details, is it AWD or RWD? RWD uses an indexed control arm and bushing which is centered in the bushing carrier so "misalignment" is fairly unlikely. AWD uses a round bushing carrier (the same part used on the E30 and E36 as well!) so a bushing could become "misaligned" there too but it is highly unlikely and I've never seen it happen. E46s like to eat front bushings so I recommend replacing them on a regular basis. If you're noticing an increase in "looseness" in the front end, that's the first thing I'd change. I installed '96-99 M3 bushings on my 330xi and it was a nice upgrade although for 90% of the driving, decent stock bushings will be fine. You will want to keep an eye on your rear springs too, they have a habit of breaking! That's the part I replace most often on an E46 these days but that's because I've already changed all the window regulators on my customer's cars!Happy driving!~Brendan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erict719 Posted March 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Thanks mate!! I have pm you for a bit of these questions. this forum is full of knowledge people!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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