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      04-24-2012, 11:52 AM   #1
MA128
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Mods for Street Use Only - Suggestions

2009 128 Coupe 6MT Sport Package 51,000 miles

Car has become very squishy and darty. The shocks are definitely weak and, from what I've read here, the soft rear subframe bushings are literally causing the tail to wag the dog. My goal is to enhance high-speed stability and tighten up overall control without losing much ride comfort. I'm already off the RFT's - running Michelin Pilot Sport A/S+.

Definitely decided to do the following:

• M3 front sway bar (E92)
• Koni FSD shock absorbers
• BMW HD front control arm bushings (edit)
• M3 rear subframe bushings (all 4)

The above will cost ~$1,850 installed and I don't want to go over $2,000 if it can be avoided.

FYI, my local independent BMW shop quoted 4 hours labor for the rear subframe bushings - they've done these before. I was pleasantly surprised given that most people on this forum have been quoted six or seven hours.

Anything else that would enhance control and stability without costing much more?

Thanks to all in advance.
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Last edited by MA128; 04-25-2012 at 11:59 AM..
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