Anyone ever buy the FCP front suspension kit on eBay for their car?

[jdvorwe]

The deal is insane. Just wondering on the quality.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-Control-Arm-Arms-Bushing-Kit-E30-318i-325i-325e-New-/350414451346?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5196543292

[zxert]

I've researched this a bit. Basically this stuff is not total crap, but it isn't great either.

Control arms last 1 year typically as compared to Lemforder lasting 3 years with normal abuse.

Unless you enjoy rebuilding your front suspension every 1 to 1.5 years spend the extra cash on Lemforder parts.

Hit up bluntech.

[Voluted]

I used that kit when I first got my car 4-5 years ago. Everything lasted about 2.5-3 years or about 65,000 km's which is decent. I got stock replacement control arm bushings in my kit though and those only lasted about half a year. The ball joints on one arm were squeaking for the first couple months over every little bump which was anoying. I replaced everything with Lemforder/Meyle HD which I also purchased from FCP and I'm much happier with the quality so far. IMO: Save some scrilla and get the better parts and you will be much happier in the end. Call FCP and see what they can do on pricing for a full suspension overhaul in Meyle.