are sway bars easy to install?

monterey · 09-06-2017, 12:38 AM

i just ordered the front dinan bars. wondering if i can tackle it myself.

ayao · 09-06-2017, 09:11 AM

I'm an idiot and was able to do it on a 1M (similar if not identical steering bits and pieces) without too much problem. Only struggle was installing fresh bushings which are a tight fit.

turbo_joe · 09-06-2017, 10:00 AM

Front is simple, rear is a pain in the ass

SpartaEvolution · 09-06-2017, 12:25 PM

Yes! Definitely a DIY-able job for a beginner! Depending on your mileage, you may have to get physical with those endlink bolts so be ready to soak them in PB blaster.

Good Luck!

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ayao Thread killer 645 Rep 1,896 Posts Drives: 1M Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CA iTrader: (2)	I'm an idiot and was able to do it on a 1M (similar if not identical steering bits and pieces) without too much problem. Only struggle was installing fresh bushings which are a tight fit.
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turbo_joe Lieutenant Colonel 1616 Rep 1,588 Posts Drives: 2012 M3 Coupe Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: SOMD iTrader: (2)	Front is simple, rear is a pain in the ass __________________ 2012 E92 M3 Instagram Turbo__Joe
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SpartaEvolution Second Lieutenant 178 Rep 267 Posts Drives: E46 M3, E39 M5, E36 328racecar Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Redmond, WA iTrader: (0)	Yes! Definitely a DIY-able job for a beginner! Depending on your mileage, you may have to get physical with those endlink bolts so be ready to soak them in PB blaster. Good Luck!
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