[330ci]

My newly acquired e90 320i had new rear sachs shocks fitted but it's missing it's the bump stop or they've accidentally installed it under the dust cover. They didn't replace any of the mounts or guide supports so I am going to be doing the job again myself.

I don't want to be replacing any parts for no reason so wanted to clarify what exactly wears and should be replaced.




Part #3 - Bump stop kit (1st pic)
Part #6 - Guide support (lower) (1st pic)
Part #7 - Guide support (upper) (1st pic)
Part #5 - Lower shock mount (2nd pic)

The catalog shows that you only need to replace #3 and #7 (1st pic), #5 (2nd pic).

Does #6 (Guide Support lower) need to be replaced and is this rubber?

My front shocks are also leaking so will be replacing them. The e46 and e90 strut mount PN# are different but seems the exact same.
Are the E46 front strut mounts are same/compatible with e90 standard suspension.

[ppointer]

I would recommend a call to FCP. They have complete sets with the consumable parts you need. They have helped me a several occasions.

[330ci]

Originally Posted by ppointer

I would recommend a call to FCP. They have complete sets with the consumable parts you need. They have helped me a several occasions.

FCPEuro always go overkill with their kits. They all include stuff that honestly don't need to replaced like grommets or bolts and washers that can actually be reused.

Anyways, I ended up deciding I'll be replacing both guide supports on the rear since a pair of Lemforder is only an extra $20.

And I confirmed E90 and E46 share the same front strut mount, just some extra washers on the E90.