X2. I have seen this done in the past, and it really doesn't take too much time at all. More time spent jacking up the car (and warming up the paint if needed) then anything else.Originally Posted by Mtnman
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X2. I have seen this done in the past, and it really doesn't take too much time at all. More time spent jacking up the car (and warming up the paint if needed) then anything else.
-Brettski
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What exactly is fender rolling? Worth it?
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Worth it if ever pursuing a somewhat aggressive fitment.
Mainly talking the rear lip of the fender. Run your hand under there sometime.
Feel that 1/2" lip/gap? The intent is to flatten (roll) that area.
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I'm already lowered... got 10mm spacers for the back but I'll need a roll before installing...
1. cakM3 (Charlie) - going to complete my install, with Kyle's (static667) help a stereo upgrade on the ///M if I have time, a fender roll
2. GMATT - shark injector and rear window switch mod (Kyle, help please!) And possible steering wheel swap (colby). If any body has the proper battery charger please bring!
3. Alex - Complete stage I and II suspension overhaul. Front wheel bearings. Need RTAB tool, Wheel bearing tools, spring compressor.
4. JupiterBMW (Jon) - fender roll.
5. Sockethead (Rob) - fender roll
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Will be there to help lend a hand.
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Will be there to help lend a hand.
"Cam"
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My '04 ZHP hit 30K miles yesterday so I took it in to a certified mechanic for Inspection I. They did a complete inspection of the car and, among other things, determined the front radius bushings are leaking and should be replaced, and the rear differential mount bushings also need replacing at a cost of $558 and $557, respectively.
Is this reasonable? Does anyone know of someone in the Northern VA area who can do it for less?
Without any experience and with someone's assistance, is this something I can do Sunday at the reunion? Thanks.
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Your front radius bushings? Go somewhere else. They are yanking your chain. Your diff bushings should be fine too.
"Cam"
2009 Ultrasonic Blue Mica/Alpine White ISF
1998 Nassau Blue/Grey C5 Corvette 6spd Sold
2003 Imola Red/Alcantara 330i ZHP 6spd Sold
2002 TiAg/Black M3 6spd Sold
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Thanks for the feedback. I was not going to have them do the work anyway.
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Drive over to Bruce's European Auto Shop (Pretty low key operation, but they know their shit). They can do it. Located in Fairfax. I think they must be referring to your Front Control Arm Bushings (FCAB's).
Bruce's can knock this out in about 3 hours.
Pay: 3 cases of beer, and good company. You bring your own parts of course.
Call Me Dane l 2/2004 330i ZHP l 18x8 ET45 BBS CK's wrapped with Michelin Pilot Sport AS3+ @ 245-40-18 l KW V1 Coilovers in front l KW V1 springs w/ Bilstein B8 dampeners in rear l BMW Performance Rotors l UUC StrutBarbarian l Racing Dynamics Rear Strut Bar l Jim Conforti Shark Injector l Light Birch Interior Trim l Bimmian Celly Mount l M3 Trunk Mat l l e90 Performance E-Brake & Shift Knob l M3 Tri-Stitched Boots l AL Headlight Retrofit with ZKW Lenses l CobyWheel Wrap w/M3 Stitching l LCM sw 4.5 triple blink and rear fogs l Maple Interior Trim
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