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      06-29-2018, 07:48 PM   #1
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E90 328i sway bar to E93 M3 sway bar conversion question

Hello, I want to see if anybody can give some insight into the E90 328i/335i to E93 M3 sway bar conversion. I have a sway bar I found so now I have to figure out the bushings. Can I use this sway bay bushing kit from ECS and use it with the E93 M3 sway bay in my 328i? https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...u/31352405870/

Also, do I need two of these sway bar brackets or can I use the existing ones on my 328i. https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/31352283037/
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To install an M3 bar you need:
M3 bar
M3 specific bushing/bolts - the 328i bushing will not work.

Your existing end links should be fine if they’re still in good condition. If not, replace them.
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To install an M3 bar you need:
M3 bar
M3 specific bushing/bolts - the 328i bushing will not work.

Your existing end links should be fine if they’re still in good condition. If not, replace them.
Will I need the M3 brackets?
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Will I need the M3 brackets?
I believe so, yes. Look them up - they're quite different than the 328i ones
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The bushing don't look correct but the bracket is.the bushing comes in 2 peaces hers 1 part https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/31352283967/
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The bushing don't look correct but the bracket is.the bushing comes in 2 peaces hers 1 part https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...h/31352283967/
It's interesting you say that because it says on the link for the bushings that they fit an E93 M3 and a E90 328i... I'm just confused if they will fit or not... the brackets look good though
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I did the the e90 m3 front bar and I can tell for a fact, the correct bushing comes in 2 half's and has a different bracket. google pictures of it. The e93 bushing are also 2 peaces like the link i posted. good luck
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I did the the e90 m3 front bar and I can tell for a fact, the correct bushing comes in 2 half's and has a different bracket. google pictures of it. The e93 bushing are also 2 peaces like the link i posted. good luck
I'm taking your advice so I'm going with the two piece bushings and the correct brackets, thanks for your help!
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