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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 07:53 PM
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What's the proper/real name for a push strut? I haven't found the term on the Net. Apparently, I need to replace cracked bushings. I haven't had the "opportunity" to work on suspension yet so I don't know the lingo.
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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:03 PM
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I think lots of folks would love to help you out.... But you might need to go into more detail about what you are talking about....
One good tip..
Realoem.com is a great place for mini/BMW skematics, part names, part numbers, and dealer recommended prices...free. Just put in you car info, the go to the area of the car/system, and in a few clicks, you will have the names, numbers, etc of almost anypart on your car!!
Good luck and welcome to NAM!!
 
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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 08:57 PM
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I'm guessing you might mean the control arm bushings (common issue) - Try this thread (and also all the way at the bottom of that page for related threads)
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...placement.html
Or the strut mount bushings (also common, but easier to repair)...

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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 10:39 PM
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i am guessing you mean front strut mount bushing?
Are they cracking/tearing?
 

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