Article by: Sean Article applies to: all E32 and E34 models with the LAD “self-leveling” rear suspension. Problem : this will not be the last article I will write about LAD. Although (at least from my perspective) the system is pretty well designed, you may encounter some problems with it. […]
Topic: DIY Repairs & Mods
LAD Accumulator Replacement
Article by: Sean Article applies to: all E32 and E34 models with LAD “self-leveling” rear suspension. Problem : bouncy ride from the rear. Stiff ride in the rear. Others describing the problem on various forums: George Mann about this: “the telltale for bad accumulators is ride. If your rear ride […]
Front Shock Absorber
Article by: Johan Article applies to: most 3, 5, 6, and 7 series BMWs during the 1980s and 1990s. Problem: Soggy front suspension. The car takes a nose dive while braking hard and will lean too much while cornering. Replacement: Let’s start by jacking up the car, placing it on […]
Pitman Arms Replacement
Articles by: MehMan and Johan (below) Article applies to: all E23, E24, E28, E32 and E34 models. This is a pretty straight forward replacement, an easy DIY. It shouldn’t take more than an hour, two at most, depending on how much you want to clean and how slowly you’re taking […]
Rear Ventilation
Article by: Johan Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem: There is no air coming from the rear ventilation ducts. Background info: The rear air ducts will only blow fresh air or air conditioned air. So there will be no heat coming from this duct. There are two wires […]
Microfilter Replacement
Article by: Toni Kosec Applies to: all e32 and e34 models – that are equipped with a cabin micro filter (not all are). Problem: The air conditioner micro filter gets clogged up over time with all the dirt that would otherwise end up inside the IHKA/IHKR system or your car. […]