I have the urethane subframe bushings from bavauto and the IE trailing arm bushings. As I daily my car, I wish I had just stuck with all rubber bushings, but the rear does feel very planted during hard cornering. I would only run urethane or solid bushings for their durability in track situations as I doubt the difference in handling compared to replacement rubber bushings isn't really appreciable for street use.
I wonder what bushings a real BMW race car uses?
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I have the PowerFlex bushings and I like them. A little bit more diff whine but it's not too bad. They are two piece design, one going into the subframe and one piece that "sits" on top of the subframe. Very easy, it seems, to remove if need be, hopefully you won't need to.
Jon
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I have IE poly street bushings in my m3 and 318is and I'm satisfied with them. Good fit both times but slow delivery as usual with IE. Next time I buy stuff from AKG
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I don't think you want to go with solid bushings. Even if your car isn't a DD, solid bushings in any application are generally intended for track use only.
I would go with Powerflex urethane bushings. Go to bimmerworld.com and on the left, go to "suspension/steering" > "Urethane bushings".
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Best subframe bushings
I am going to pull my subframe out in a few weeks and I am going to upgrade from the stock bushings. I was leaning twards the IE bushings, but I wanted your opinions on what would be best for my setup. To keep it simple, I have eibach springs and bilstine touring shocks. My car is low, but not crazy low. I am not DD my e30 and a harder, stiffer ride is not a big deal. Has anyone tried these from Turner?
What is a good sub frame and trailing arm bushing combo?
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