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    Sudden change in handling character

    I just finished putting new M50 injectors in, went for a spin, and during the drive something changed, and there's now definitely something wrong with the suspension. It doesn't seem to be sagging especially on any corner, but turn in feels all mush and the entire car doesn't feel tight all of a sudden. Not tossable anymore. Took the big 85mph sweeping right coming out of the caldecott tunnel and felt like the back end was wobbling around, steering/loose.

    I took a back route today, twisty mountain road, slower speed. Typically I have a blast on this route, but I seemed to have to crank the wheel pretty far to get the car to turn. On-center response is almost nil.

    I'm thinking I should bang out the front control arms (M3 CAB's already done), inner and outer tie rods (since my wheel was slightly cocked to one side), and take a look at the RTAB's.

    I'd say it almost felt like hydroplaning on dry asphalt. Does anyone have some suggestions?

    #2
    Are your rear upper shock mounts blown out?

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      #3
      sway bar mounts busted?
      89 E30 325is Lachs Silber - currently M20B31, M20B33 in the works, stroked to the hilt...

      new build thread http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=317505

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        #4
        Originally posted by digger View Post
        sway bar mounts busted?
        I looked at the strut mounts under the tonneau cover. Pulled off the little rubber thing and look to be in great shape. Don't know how to check them further than that though without removal.

        Sway bar is a good idea, I'll have to check that tomorrow.

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          #5
          Rear subframe mounts good?

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