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#1 ·
Replacing them this weekend on a 2000 323i. Any advice?
 
#4 ·
The bolt on top of the passenger side inner CAB can be a ***** to get out, as the spindle will turn inside the bushing. It has a hex inset on the top, but that did me little good whe I replaced mine two weeks ago. My advice is if it gives you enough trouble, don't waste time with it, get a Dremel tool and some cutting wheels and cut the nut off. Just make sure to cut the nut and not the spindle, as I've heard some tough stories of getting the spindle stuck in there somehow. Otherwise, an enjoyable job - and made a big difference in ride and handling. Good luck!
 
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