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      01-13-2014, 05:18 PM   #370
raceyBMW
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Originally Posted by ashmostro View Post
I think they are an interference fit on a lot of cars from what I've heard from other owners.
There was zero possibility of getting them installed in that spot without grinding off the metal. I shaved just enough to get them to tight fit, and figure the 50ft-# + 90deg torque on the bolt will pull it back fully tight again. Thet don't have the teeth on the M3 bushing like the stock one does either.

EDIT: Just an FYI, after about 12 track days, and 50k miles on the car in 7 years, my OEM lower control arms were showing wear at the bushing (some slight cracking) so likely were in need of a replacement anyway. Glad I made the upgrade.

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