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Old Jan 17, 2012 | 01:08 PM
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My struts need to be replaced.

Looking for a recommendation on BRAND. Also, if anyone knows a link where I can see how to replace them myself, much appreciate it!
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 08:45 AM
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Because of the gas filler tube the hardest to remove will be the right rear. You will also need a spring compressor (either rented or bought outright) to change over springs to new shocks.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by healthservices
Because of the gas filler tube the hardest to remove will be the right rear. You will also need a spring compressor (either rented or bought outright) to change over springs to new shocks.
I'm sorry - I should've been more detailed. I will be replacing the front struts. I'm having a hard time on what to buy. My friend told me to get Bilstein, twin tube struts, but still having a difficult time finding these online. Bilstein calls them HD, Sport, and Touring. I don't know which ones are twin tube vs monotube.
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Old Jan 18, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by 2004BMW545i
My struts need to be replaced.

Looking for a recommendation on BRAND. Also, if anyone knows a link where I can see how to replace them myself, much appreciate it!
http://www.bavauto.com/shop.asp

This is where I purchased my Bilstein Sports (all four). I love how they feel. My boss who recently rode with me loved how smooth the ride was; nearly OEM while cruising but mildly firm during cornering. They also have a link about the general install of our shocks. I'd say installation at about 3.5/4 wrenches out of 5. I did mine myself. Good luck
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Old Jan 19, 2012 | 07:06 AM
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i also got mine Bilsteins from BAVAUTO, they have a good price on them and they will tell you exactly what you need. make sire to get the shock mounts too
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Old Jan 20, 2012 | 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by 2004BMW545i
My struts need to be replaced.

Looking for a recommendation on BRAND. Also, if anyone knows a link where I can see how to replace them myself, much appreciate it!
Highly recommend the KW coilovers which are adjustable. I went for the Street Comfort for the best of both worlds.
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