[virk007]

Hey guys,

I recently came down to Chicago from Toronto. Before coming down I changed my front tires because the inside edges were balding, so I put on two mint tires on before making the trip. Last week I noticed my new tires are starting to bald from the inside as well. I did alignment 6 months ago. I'm starting to think it may be bad control arms and tie rods. I usually buy parts from fcpeuro. Any recommendations on shops that reputable and well priced? Thanks

[feuer]

In Chicago? A lot! Where are you at exactly and how long will you stay?

[virk007]

South loop. I'm here until end of September. I was initially going to DIY once I got back home but seeing the excessive wear in two weeks already on the newer tires, I'll have to get it done asap.

[augee]

you may want to contact them first. But check them out. Their pretty close by South Loop.

http://www.wizardwerkschi.com/

[virk007]

Thanks guys for the recommendations. I took it to a different shop in West Loop for free diagnostic. I was told I need front tension rod bushings and both front struts replaced and alignment. Was quoted over $2100 (6 hour labour 850, 1250 parts), which I find very steep for those two jobs. Is it better just to replace the entire tension strut instead of bushing? Any aftermarket strut suggestions?

[mojobmw_e90]

Originally Posted by virk007

Thanks guys for the recommendations. I took it to a different shop in West Loop for free diagnostic. I was told I need front tension rod bushings and both front struts replaced and alignment. Was quoted over $2100 (6 hour labour 850, 1250 parts), which I find very steep for those two jobs. Is it better just to replace the entire tension strut instead of bushing? Any aftermarket strut suggestions?

Message me I can get them replaced for u at a fraction of the price. And yes it's alot easier and cost worthy to replace the entire assembly vs bushing

[augee]

Originally Posted by mojobmw_e90

Message me I can get them replaced for u at a fraction of the price. And yes it's alot easier and cost worthy to replace the entire assembly vs bushing

Mojo, do you have a shop or do you do this on the side? Let me know if i need something done to my car, you can be my go to person. Thanks.

[trohde78]

Originally Posted by mojobmw_e90

Message me I can get them replaced for u at a fraction of the price. And yes it's alot easier and cost worthy to replace the entire assembly vs bushing

Agreed, and you get a new ball joint as well if you replace the whole arm.

[mojobmw_e90]

Originally Posted by augee

Mojo, do you have a shop or do you do this on the side? Let me know if i need something done to my car, you can be my go to person. Thanks.

I do all my work from my own garage. Yes it's on Jackstands and makes life harder, but stuff like this isn't hard at all especially when I've done 4 cars already

[feuer]

Originally Posted by mojobmw_e90

but stuff like this isn't hard at all especially when I've done 4 cars already

[feuer]

Originally Posted by virk007

was told I need front tension rod bushings and both front struts replaced and alignment. Was quoted over $2100 (6 hour labour 850, 1250 parts)

that is 1/4 from what your car is worth. All in you are looking at what those idiots ask for labor. That is parts, labor and alignment.

[augee]

Originally Posted by feuer

that is 1/4 from what your car is worth. All in you are looking at what those idiots ask for labor. That is parts, labor and alignment.

If you need anything done with your BMW you guys need to see Dan (Feuer). Honest and quick reply. I'm getting my Short Shifter from this guy but yet to order the parts. . Can't wait to get it done. Thanks again Dan