I'm as noob as they come.

[Republican]

See the link I posted a few posts up. The FCPEuro kits are not quite as comprehensive (you have to add upper mounts) but they use Ledforder or Meyle componenrs- a clear step up from Uro.

So, is this the way to go?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...30-e309piece-l

And then get these as well?

http://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Inf...810&SVSVSI=205

Anything else I'd need for this reconstruction?

[phenryiv1]

You also need rear upper mounts.

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...e36e46mountkit

[Republican]

You also need rear upper mounts.

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw...e36e46mountkit

Okay, cool. Now, back to shocks and struts.

H&R and Bilsteins seem like the way to go.

[Republican]

Some updates:

1. Installed the 9-piece control arm kit from FCP Euro.

2. Installed the Bilstein sport shocks.

3. Installed the H&R sport springs.

4. Got some new Pirelli Tires, new brakes, new rotors.

So, besides the cost of the control arm kit, springs, and shocks, my mechanic charged $1,900, which was all labor plus the cost of tires and brakes. Just in case you're considering going down the same path.

First impression: Very nice. Car sits a bit lower, freeway driving is much smoother, and I can certainly feel that everything is a bit tighter. Very satisfied so far. I'll try and get the exact model of the tires for your reference within the next few days.

I have some more projects to work on with this child of mine over the next few months. Take a look at my main thread to see what's next on the block:

http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=393142