Subframe bushing washers

[mmire30]

I got my subframe off, and in the process of trying to get the bushings out i first wanted to remove the washer that was corroded onto the metal sleeve/shaft of the bushing. I bent and warped it while hitting it with a hammer. so now my question is, i should probably get new washers right? if so, are they a special kind in order to meet the proper strength requirements? i was trying to find them on realoem but the site is down right now does anyone have the part number or size? would it be a good idea to go to a local harware store and just try to match it as best i could? thanks guys

[SkiFree]

I assume you're talking about the washer that sits on top of the bushing?

Part # 33331127496 - BMW list price is currently $8.98 each.

Nothing really special about them, though I'd make sure you put SOMETHING there. Trip to a well equipped hardware store sounds like a good bet.


As an aside the Z3 washer (Part # 33311092183) is $1.13 each dealer list, not sure why that wouldn't work?

[jlevie]

You aren't likely to find equivalent washers at even a very well equipped hardware store. With a lathe handy it wouldn't be difficult to make the washers, but getting new ones from your dealer is likely to be the easiest solution.