Topic: Suspension & Steering

Steering Wheel Removal

Article by: Bill Rickard Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models This article will show you the process I used to remove the steering wheel in my effort to change out the dash bulbs. 1. First you disconnect the negative battery cable. This is critical. Make sure you have […]

Pitman Arms Replacement

Articles by: MehMan and Johan (below) Article applies to: all E23, E24, E28, E32 and E34 models. This is a pretty straight forward replacement, an easy DIY. It shouldn’t take more than an hour, two at most, depending on how much you want to clean and how slowly you’re taking […]

Front Shock Absorber

Article by: Johan Article applies to: most 3, 5, 6, and 7 series BMWs during the 1980s and 1990s. Problem: Soggy front suspension. The car takes a nose dive while braking hard and will lean too much while cornering. Replacement: Let’s start by jacking up the car, placing it on […]

Front Wheel Bearing

Article by: Sean Article applies to: all E31, E32 and E34 models. Problem: whining or howling noises from the front that become louder as you increase speed, grind noises when turning the wheel of your car by hand (jacked up). Of course in my case I had a slightly different […]

Rear Wheel Bearing

Article by: Greg Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Before I set out to do the rear wheel bearing install on my M5, I looked for a DIY and didn’t really find anything so here’s my contribution: It’s not that difficult of a job, so enjoy! Tools needed: 3/8 […]

e34 X-Brace Upgrade

Article by: 95FIM5 Preface/History: I did this work while my vehicle was on four jack stands and the wheels and brakes were off, that shouldn’t affect this DIY but keep that in mind. Also this is a good time to refresh the upper control arms and the sway-bar bushings and […]