Suspension overhaul possibly in the next couple of weeks

[saaron]

Here's the write up the one and only Eurotrash did when he re-did my car's suspension.  Lots of pics of what you'll be doing.  

 

The one and only Bill Williams wrote this one:  

https://www.bmw2002faq.com/articles.html/technical-articles/suspension-and-steering/suspension-rehab-r99/

 

They are both good.  Have fun.  You won't believe the difference.  

 

Scott

[jgerock]

If not mentioned above, the refresh kit from BLUNT does not include the (2) differential bushings that are pressed into the rear hanger.  

 

I purchased that same kit from BLUNT (including the other bushings) along with a set of 22/19 Suspension Techniques sway bars for my 69.

 

[Ringworm02]

Be sure to replace your rear "soft" brake lines before you reinstall your rear subframe. 

 

 

Edited January 31, 2017 by Ringworm02

[Dionk]

First box arrived today more to follow !!!! Joy joy joy !!!!!

[Mike_R]

If you have the rear sub-frame out and are using lowering springs you may want to install toe-in and camber adjustment tabs while you have the chance.  Camber will be 2-3 degrees off when you put the weight on the new suspension. Also welded in engine mount re-enforcement plates are needed.  I have strut bars front and rear with a battery relocation in the trunk.  I think the front makes a big improvement and I don't see how the rear would not help. For the price compared to all the hardware you are buying I think they are worth considering

Edited February 2, 2017 by Mike_R

[BLUNT]

Thanks for the nice order Dion. Still struggling with tie rods. We are getting conflicting dates. But Im working on it for you

By the way front spring pads are the same upper and lower.   All 4 same part #

[Chris_B]

I think H&R sport springs and Bilstein HD struts/shocks are the optimal setup for the street. Can't tell from your post which version  you have in mind. If you want to take it a step further, check out Ireland Engineering sway bars.

[NYNick]

I'm in the middle of doing the entire rehab to my front suspension. Recently had a bunch of fun with the control arm bushings, but got all of them in!

Steve from Blunt has been a big help as I blunder through.

 

The pics I took beforehand and the various suspension rebuilt threads are great too. Post pics as you go!

 

Nick

[Dionk]

Thanks everyone for the thoughts on this leg of my 2002 journey.  

 

Update:

 

Almost have all the parts I have ordered. Thanks Blunt!

 

Still waiting on H&R sport springs and my rear subframe from coupeking

 

Decided to replace my front subframe with one that has been reinforced and powder coated also from coupeking. 

 

I may add add some items based on comments in this thread.  Those who hinted at possible project creep were spot on.

 

1. Backing plates

2. Maybe wheel bearings (I just replaced these last year - less then 1000 miles on them) - because I'm new to this I'm not sure if replacing subframes /suspension will impact the bearings. 

3. Refreshed Steering box / coupler

4. Sway bars? And associated bushings.

5. Camber adjustments noted above

 

Will post updates soon.

 

Thanks again

[NYNick]

Been doing this as well lately.

Steve from Blunt has been incredibly helpful.

[Dionk]

While I have the front subframe off the car - what else might i address?  thinking i might also put a new seal on the oil pan.  Thoughts on other items? 

 

 

[Dionk]

Almost have everything I need/want. H&R sport springs arrived today. 

 

Couple more items to go.  

 

Crawled under the car this past weekend and sprayed all my old suspensions rusty bolts with a penetrating oil. To make the job easier when it happens!  Will post pics.

[NYNick]

As I've said, I JUST did this. It's not hard, but it does challenge you at times.

[NYNick]

Stock up on Dawn liquid. This makes getting the bushings in a snap.

 

I would say the toughest parts were getting them out of the control arms and getting the nut off the Pittman Arm.

[Dionk]

It has begun.

Some may think I'm crazy for continuing to spend money on this car and they may be correct.

 

But I have adopted the riflemans creed:

Slightly modified:

"This is my 2002. There are many like it. But this one is mine..."


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Edited March 31, 2017 by Dionk
Typo/ new pics