Re: b_c_g: 750iL thrust bushings

[<rsalzmann@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

     I have the same problem on my 86 635.  I seem to remember someone on 
     the digest that supplied those bushings at a nice savings.  Anyone 
     recall who, or where?  Thanks,
      
     robb salzmann
     BMW CCA #161249


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Subject: b_c_g:  750iL thrust bushings
Author:  Seanfenn@domain.elided at Internet_TCO
Date:    12/22/98 8:39 AM


Group,
     
I just had the thrust bushings replaced on my 86 635CSi (78,000 miles) with 
those from a 750iL. The dreaded shimmy at 45 to 50 mph is gone. The mechanic 
that did the work charged $90. for the parts, $25 to machine them to fit, and 
$90. to install them for a total of $205. The bad news is 6 months ago brand 
new thrust arms and stock bushings had been put in the car before I bought it. 
What a waste of money that was. I will try to return them to BMW of Peabody as 
obviously this is a well known problem and BMW should not even be stocking 
these anymore. If anyone has that shimmy while in this speed range of 45-50 
(with their foot off the brakes), they should get the repair done.
     
Sean F.
BMWCCA member 
     
     
     

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