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Suspension R56 rear trail arms on R53

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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 02:36 PM
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R56 rear trail arms on R53

Since i just got a new r56 jcw rear brake kit, i was thinking to replace my rear trail arms with the r56 ones. This way i will loose some weight and i will be able to mount my new brake kit without modifications.
I know people have already done it.
My only concer is if i will face any problem with the suspension. Will it mount on the r56 trailing arm or is there any difference?? I have bilstein pss9 coilovers on my mini.. Si will it be ok??
Please give me any info-help if you can. Thanks
 
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Old Jan 19, 2010 | 03:40 PM
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To mount your coilovers you'll need these shock bushings.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/r56-rea...ngs-or-gp.html

As for the brakes and such you should be able to mount pretty easy.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2010 | 12:12 AM
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thanks both.. you see i am checking on using spare used rear trail arms.. i do not think i will spend that much! think it would not be good value for money for what i will get on handling! .. so i just need to change the shock bushings and i am ok right?
 
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Old Jan 22, 2010 | 12:41 PM
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.. i have one more question.. since i have bilstein pss9 on my car.. won't it behave differently and feel more harsh with lighter rear traling arms? since the suspension is designed for heavier trailing arms..???
 
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