Rear shock absorbers

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StephenM

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Hi all,
I have an S Drive 3 litre and the rear springs broke recently. When replacing the springs I noticed the rear shock absorbers did not appear to be working that well. When I looked in the boot could not see how you get to the top of the shocks to un bolt and replace the shocks, does anyone know please? Mine is a 2009 E89
 
Just remove the interior boot trim and you will see the top mount bolts.
If you have standard shocks as on my 23i i think the shocks seem cheap, i replaced with some Bilstein B6 and much more effective and nicer drive.
http://www.bilstein-shop.com/bilstein-bmw-e89-sdrive35i-rear-sport-shock-absorber-p-14472.html
Look at the piston rod, much more substantial.

First sign originals weren't much good was the traction light activating on slightly bumpy gritty roads.
These shocks cured that problem.
I think a relative cheap upgrade i would recommend to everyone.

Later on i also replaced the fronts as well.
 
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