gripp problem

1987 BMW 325I
6 CYL • 4WD
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RABIH-SALGY
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hello,i have a bmw 325 coupe,e30 series,the problem is on slippery roads especially on curvs,even with new bridgestone tyres,and a very low speed,there is and understearing,what is the problem,is it the shok absorbers?,and what is the right kind of them for this car?
Jan 30, 2011 at 4:59 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Have the car safety inspected, there may be worn shocks yes. The right type is a good question, my opinion is Bilstein shocks.
Jan 30, 2011 at 5:04 PM
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RABIH-SALGY
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yesterday in the garage,they told me that rear shoks are so bad and the dont perform even 10% than the should,and the car has no handling from behind even with new tyres and very low speed
Jan 30, 2011 at 5:08 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Well there you are!!
Jan 30, 2011 at 5:16 PM
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