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Originally Posted by EtotheD
I'm very interested in doing this work myself and learning more about the car. I have previous suspension install experience but definitely want to get this one done right from the start.
For the rears, one thing I'm considering is removing the far end control arm bolt rather than messing with the camber bolt. Other than a harder reach I'm not sure of any drawbacks. I know others have mentioned this but have yet to see a video or write up that does it. Seems like everyone goes for the camber bolt. Heard stories about breaking the tabs that hold it in and want to avoid it. ISTA also recommends replacing the camber nut which isn't supplied with the hardware kit. Instructions have them using a internal spring compressor to remove the rear spring.
As for re-indexing I'm considering just torqueing down replaced bolts at ride height. Measure from the fender to the center hub instead by subtracting the wheel radius to get to the BMW specified height and using a jack to get it there. Lots to research.
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Am currently under my car doing this install with ohlins. Same procedure. I started taking off that bolt to the end of the Control Arm, but it was not as easy as I thought and had second thoughts on it. Put weight back on the suspension to pre-tension the bushing, and went for the Camber Bolt instead, just easier to get to. I am working with a Quick Lift and it makes it a little easier. Not a difficult job at all really, just a lot of grunt work. The main thing is safely jacking car. All my Springs are pre-assembled with dampers so just taking out and replacing with Track Ready components fron 3DM Suspensions.