Suspension Parts/Setup/Tools

[Obioban]

Has anyone had issues with the TMS solid subframe bushings? Just wondering since CMP and TMS both offer solid aluminum bushings for a similar cost but shipping from CMP is another $60. If CMP's are a superior product for reasons I'm not aware of then the shipping cost is certainly justified. Please understand I'm not trying to be frugal but trying to understand the difference. The differences are more apparent with their other products such as their RTABs.

Regarding the monoball RTABs, will they last longer than OEM rubber bushings?

CMPs raise the subframe, compensating for suspension geometry lost from lowering the car and/or subframe plates.

Monoball RTABs should be good for ~double the life of stock rubber.

[coolchill]

Syncro Design Works monoballs at fcpeuro, free lifetime warranty
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...ign-works-rtab

end links & other suspension at fcpeuro, free lifetime warranty

ecstuning or turner camber arms are good value & good design specifically b/c the adjustment is in the middle of the arms & not at the end b/c the subframe/diff would be in the way

[duracellttu]

Syncro Design Works monoballs at fcpeuro, free lifetime warranty
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...ign-works-rtab

end links & other suspension at fcpeuro, free lifetime warranty

ecstuning or turner camber arms are good value & good design specifically b/c the adjustment is in the middle of the arms & not at the end b/c the subframe/diff would be in the way

I’ve had the SDW monoballs on my e39 M5 thrust arms for 3 years. No issues and been a great upgrade.

[TexaZ3]

As far as I know, Eibach springs are actually .6F and .9R lowering. ECS, etc have it mixed up.
I have B12 Pro kit on my car, and it comes with the same springs. Just FYI.

[jet_dogg]

The advice was from THIS forum. I found several mentions of it in fact. Many said the pros outweigh the cons but also many are comparing old clapped out stock bushings to monoballs. Fresh OE bushings are pretty good and very comfortable. I admit I have never experienced monoballs so I don't know personally.

For me personally, most of the roads around me are bumpy and broken, so I didn't want to risk it. Same reason I don't lower my car more, it would be impractical as much as I want to do it for looks.

I am sure if you ever track the car or live in an area with smooth roads monoballs are amazing.

I don't recall having ever read anything like that. Did you not read countless mentions to the contrary like I have?

[Sid_E46]

CMPs raise the subframe, compensating for suspension geometry lost from lowering the car and/or subframe plates.

Monoball RTABs should be good for ~double the life of stock rubber.

Parts shop max also sells some pretty nice solid subframe riser bushings.

https://store.partsshopmax.com/shop/E36E46/BushingChassis/E46SFR.html

[coolchill]

Parts shop max also sells some pretty nice solid subframe riser bushings.

https://store.partsshopmax.com/shop/...is/E46SFR.html

good advice, reminded me again to go for this when i do subframe bushings as this PMS has adjustment heights for lowered suspension & control arms & CV angle

[Sid_E46]

good advice, reminded me again to go for this when i do subframe bushings as this PMS has adjustment heights for lowered suspension & control arms & CV angle

I used them on my car and they have quite a few options for each setup.