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  • knick_knack
    Noobie
    • Jun 2015
    • 16

    #1

    Bent frame?

    I just bought a 1990 325is. It's sitting on old shocks a springs right now, but I plan to replace them along with the bushings. First job I did to the car was replacing the steering rack and tie rods, after which I brought the car to an alignment shop. Here is the current alignment:


    Could the left/right discrepancies be due to worn shocks/springs/bushings, or are they far enough off that there could be some frame damage? If replacing the shocks/springs/bushings doesn't correct the alignment, should I buy some camber/castor/toe adjustment kits (the weld-on type for the rear and the strut housing type for the front)?

    I posted this question earlier in the springs, shocks, sways, and steering section but it occurred to me that it might fit better here.
  • cabriodster87
    E30 Enthusiast
    • Jan 2011
    • 1042

    #2
    Rear trailing arm problems, something may be bent.
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    • varg
      No R3VLimiter
      • May 2014
      • 3283

      #3
      It's more likely due to worn trailing arm bushings than subframe or unibody damage. Replace all rear bushings and report back. Front misalignment is most likely due to old wear parts as well.

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