Can't get e92 front suspension loose from bottom sleeve

alpinewhitebmw · 04-21-2012, 08:50 PM

Been trying to pry with a screw drive but won't budge. Any suggestions?

CALWATERBOY · 04-21-2012, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by alpinewhitebmw

Been trying to pry with a screw drive but won't budge. Any suggestions?

You mean the pinch clamp on the strut?

If so, surprisingly easy - [Click Here - Post #2 is your quick fix]
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Reygil · 04-22-2012, 01:56 AM

Keep the top 3 bolts of the strut bolted. Remove sway bar end link. Loosen pinch bolt. Swift downward stomp on brake assembly. That should get her broken free.

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Reygil Private 0 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 08 BMW 335i Sedan Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Keep the top 3 bolts of the strut bolted. Remove sway bar end link. Loosen pinch bolt. Swift downward stomp on brake assembly. That should get her broken free.
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