Good morning,
I am replacing the LCABs and found two part numbers, help correcting me if i got this information incorrect:
31129061222: This is specific to the E30 M3
31129064875: This is specific to the E36 M3/Z3 M
Both parts fit, but the 875 is the stiffer offset version?
Does it matter which one i order? and these are always sold as a set/pair correct? meaning i need to order just ONE of those and i should receive two pieces correct?
Thank you.
Last edited by H.J. 1981; 12-02-2020 at 01:09 AM.
The offset bushings added caster to the E30M3 and 1995M3. The 1995M3 FLCAB part was offered as an ‘option’ on earlier non-“M” Sport and “M”-Technic E36s.
E30
31129058931
Set rubber mounting f wishbone (centered - open, very compliant)
E30M3
31129061222
Set rubber mounting eccentric (offset - closed)
E36 95 M3 (similar to E30M3)
RUBBER MOUNTING F WISHBONE 31129064875 (offset - closed)
96+M3 / Z3 “M”
RUBBER MOUNTING WISHBONE 31129069035 (centered - closed)
318/325/323/328 / Z3
RUBBER MOUNTING F WISHBONE 31129059288 (centered - open, very compliant. different configuration than E30)
For all (‘lollipop)
LH WISHBONE BRACKET 31121139789
RH WISHBONE BRACKET 31121139790
Use a Temporary Assembly Lubricant to aid installation of ‘lollipop’ to FLCA
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Last edited by bluptgm3; 12-01-2020 at 02:23 AM.
I bet it is.
on helicopters, we use Crisco for assembly of O-rings and packings in engine oil and fuel systems. we use something similar to the one you asked about when building transmissions and gearboxes because sometimes they are grease filled. I bet that is used for what you asked
No e30s again.
For whats its worth, whenever I do suspension bushings I use Marine Grease. It is more water repellent and typically formulated to not break down when exposed to water, as well containing more anti-corrosion properties. Ive noticed it lasts quite a bit longer before you have to re-apply, say for instance if youre running "Poly" bushings that will creak if they get too dry.
Very cool, I was close to becoming an Aviation Mech, back when I was enlisted in the Coast Guard. Was too impatient however and couldnt last the 3+ years it took to get into training. I have had alot of friends however who stayed in it for the long haul end up in your neck of the woods (corpus) at the air - stations and small boat stations. Someone once told me that the E30 community has a high number of people involved in aviation...
I bet they do have lots versus other jobs
I knew a number of coast guard guys, years ago that have since pcs'd to other posts.
I was thinking of doing coast guard auxiliary when I retire from ccad
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Just to stay busy
No e30s again.
Dude, thank you for posting that info, it is valuable.
I so for my E30, i should go for the 222 number?
Lastly, i was planning to purchase the "special" bmw "montagehilfe (the special grease), but superj is right, an alternative to be used for all bushings around the car would be better.
I shall search for P-80 in Germany, do you (or anyone) have any alternatives?
Found the big 1L fluid version in Germany for €25.
I do plan on removing the rear end and re-doing the bushings, looks like i answered my own question, but the BMW special grease is a bit cheaper and more easily ordered.....can that grease from BMW also be used all around the bushings of the car?
Last edited by bluptgm3; 12-01-2020 at 09:00 PM.
I decided to get the E36 M3 center bushings and i have one question.
Since there is no arrow to align the bushing to the mount/bracket, i guess those two notches on the sides are what one needs to pay attention to and align to the bracket marking(s) when pressing them in?
Similar to this?
https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-5...-bracket-left/
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