Garagistic E30 adjustable Rear Subframe exchange program

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  • garagistic
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    • Apr 2011
    • 1712

    #16
    Originally posted by ///M42 sport
    Did you mention if you would remove old bushings? Also would you offer to install oe rubber bushings?
    Yes we remove the old bushings. Send your bushings in and we press them in for free with our service. We actually also make solid delrin and poly bushings as well.



    Trailing arms get attention too:


    We will upload more pics soon. If you have not seen the supporting mods to this you should check the online store. www.store.garagistic.com

    Sneak peak!

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    • 613EDRTY
      Wrencher
      • Apr 2014
      • 267

      #17
      Crossed the border today to pick up my subframe. Thanks for the great product and service as always garagistic. The personal messages on the box were appreciated hahah.



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      1988 325ix Touring 5spd currently being rescued
      Ottawa, Ontario, Canada :finger:

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      • garagistic
        Forum Sponsor
        • Apr 2011
        • 1712

        #18
        Originally posted by 613EDRTY
        Crossed the border today to pick up my subframe. Thanks for the great product and service as always garagistic. The personal messages on the box were appreciated hahah.



        Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

        Glad you like it. Send those cores back please! :D

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        • shadow8450
          Advanced Member
          • Sep 2014
          • 171

          #19
          Does the rear control arm set up include bearing press services or would the bearings need to be pressed out prior too sending? Is their any additional cost to also have the control arms powdered coated?

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          • Chasen88
            Mod Crazy
            • Jul 2011
            • 714

            #20
            +1^ I would like to know.

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            • garagistic
              Forum Sponsor
              • Apr 2011
              • 1712

              #21
              Originally posted by shadow8450
              Does the rear control arm set up include bearing press services or would the bearings need to be pressed out prior too sending? Is their any additional cost to also have the control arms powdered coated?
              Originally posted by Chasen88
              +1^ I would like to know.
              We have a few options for the rear control arm setup. Here is the break down:

              You send your arms in, we include and weld the reinforcements and rear sway bar reinforcement for $154.00 + shipping. You will receive them bare (no paint).
              Powdercoating option of most colors, add $75

              Removing of your old wheel bearings and pressing in of new bearings (includes the wheel bearings) - add $175

              The wheel bearings do not need to be removed prior to sending out. Hope this helps.

              We also have rear trailing arm bushings:

              poly: http://store.garagistic.com/ocart/95...ng-arm-bushing

              delrin: http://store.garagistic.com/ocart/BM...g-arm-bushings

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              • flipwils11
                Member
                • May 2009
                • 90

                #22
                Hi, very interested in your service for my '87 325is. I've gone through pages of E30 suspension upgrades on AKG and Ireland Engineering and since I don't weld, I wasn't sure what my options were for the various reinforcement tabs and gussets that are recommended to correct weak points. I'm not pursuing any adjustable toe options or anything like that.

                Are your reinforcement pieces similar to the units that Turner, AKG, Ireland Engineer (others?) offer? It's very appealing to be able to install a freshly powdercoated and reinforced subframe while I'm in there doing other suspension upgrades.

                Sorry for the simple questions, but just going through AKG's page of E30 reinforcements are your refurbished subframes covering the following?

                Front Subframe Engine Mount Reinforcement Plates
                Front Swaybar Reinforcement Plates
                Rear Swaybar Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit

                The only thing I would have to get a friend who welds to help me with is the Rear Swaybar Reinforcement Kit that goes to the body. I didn't see a listing with AKG for the differential mount reinforcement you mention, is that something you've experienced and recommend? I'm also interested in the trailing arm upgrades.

                Is it best for me to pm you with my request or send an email through your website?
                cars: E12 M535i, E30 325is, E46 325xiT 5spd

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                • garagistic
                  Forum Sponsor
                  • Apr 2011
                  • 1712

                  #23
                  Yes our units are similar to the ones others offer. The differential reinforcement is one that we offer that others do not. We have seen them crack around the differential mounting points.

                  We carry the reinforcements you mention:
                  Front Subframe Engine Mount Reinforcement Plates
                  Front Swaybar Reinforcement Plates
                  Rear Swaybar Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit

                  Our front subframe exchange program has the sway bar and engine reinforcements. They all come in black powdercoat (although we have done red ones from time to time). Those can be found here:

                  Garagistic is your trusted source for high-quality BMW performance parts, specializing in E30, E36, E46, and more. Discover custom-engineered components, from suspension upgrades to drivetrain solutions, designed to enhance your BMW's performance. Shop now for fast shipping, expert support, and unparalleled quality.




                  The trailing arm service details can be found here:
                  Garagistic is your trusted source for high-quality BMW performance parts, specializing in E30, E36, E46, and more. Discover custom-engineered components, from suspension upgrades to drivetrain solutions, designed to enhance your BMW's performance. Shop now for fast shipping, expert support, and unparalleled quality.


                  We reinforce the sway bar tabs on those as well.

                  You can pm us or email us your needs. We make package deals so let us know your needs. Thanks!

                  Originally posted by flipwils11
                  Hi, very interested in your service for my '87 325is. I've gone through pages of E30 suspension upgrades on AKG and Ireland Engineering and since I don't weld, I wasn't sure what my options were for the various reinforcement tabs and gussets that are recommended to correct weak points. I'm not pursuing any adjustable toe options or anything like that.

                  Are your reinforcement pieces similar to the units that Turner, AKG, Ireland Engineer (others?) offer? It's very appealing to be able to install a freshly powdercoated and reinforced subframe while I'm in there doing other suspension upgrades.

                  Sorry for the simple questions, but just going through AKG's page of E30 reinforcements are your refurbished subframes covering the following?

                  Front Subframe Engine Mount Reinforcement Plates
                  Front Swaybar Reinforcement Plates
                  Rear Swaybar Trailing Arm Reinforcement Kit

                  The only thing I would have to get a friend who welds to help me with is the Rear Swaybar Reinforcement Kit that goes to the body. I didn't see a listing with AKG for the differential mount reinforcement you mention, is that something you've experienced and recommend? I'm also interested in the trailing arm upgrades.

                  Is it best for me to pm you with my request or send an email through your website?

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                  • 2PointSlow
                    Member
                    • Jan 2015
                    • 54

                    #24
                    This looks awesome! I'll likely be doing this in the next month or so with new bushings. Do the stiffer bushings add a lot of vibration to the car? I know the motor, trans, and diff mounts do, but not sure about the rear sub/trailing arm bushings

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                    • garagistic
                      Forum Sponsor
                      • Apr 2011
                      • 1712

                      #25
                      Originally posted by 2PointSlow
                      This looks awesome! I'll likely be doing this in the next month or so with new bushings. Do the stiffer bushings add a lot of vibration to the car? I know the motor, trans, and diff mounts do, but not sure about the rear sub/trailing arm bushings
                      It depends on which bushings are selected. The 80a is best for street. It also depends on where the bushings are. Transmission bushings are the most notable. The rear trailing arms would not be. We make package deals so pm us your needs.

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                      • rkettner
                        Grease Monkey
                        • Jun 2007
                        • 367

                        #26
                        My passenger side toe is too far out right now.

                        My question is: how do you measure the core to make sure it is straight?

                        Forgive me if this is obviously stated elsewhere.

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                        • garagistic
                          Forum Sponsor
                          • Apr 2011
                          • 1712

                          #27
                          Originally posted by rkettner
                          My passenger side toe is too far out right now.

                          My question is: how do you measure the core to make sure it is straight?

                          Forgive me if this is obviously stated elsewhere.
                          Yes we verify the core before mods are made.

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                          • garagistic
                            Forum Sponsor
                            • Apr 2011
                            • 1712

                            #28
                            Please send your cores back!

                            We need cores!!!

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                            • garagistic
                              Forum Sponsor
                              • Apr 2011
                              • 1712

                              #29
                              By the end of next week we should have 5 modified subframes in stock and ready to ship!

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                              • garagistic
                                Forum Sponsor
                                • Apr 2011
                                • 1712

                                #30
                                We have two adjustable subframes in stock and ready to ship (painted). Powdercoat option would add one week to turn around time.

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