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Expert: - 8/30/2011


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I have a BMW 325i 2001 which front wobbles after I drive it for 5 miles. I replaced the front tires and rims with new ones so its not that. I can drive the car for 5 miles, the car drives great, then after about 5 miles I get a wobbling from the front let really bad.

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Time to check the suspension.The lower control arm/ball joint.Also new wheels...were they BMW? if not was the offset of the rim the same?Take a tape measure and measure the wheel center to ground to see if the off set is the same as the factory wheels.

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Don Berlan

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ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years. Can help with all aspects of BMW repair. I especially enjoy driveablity problems, mechanical or electrical.

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I have been an ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years.I have worked in many dealearships although BMW's are my favorite.I now have my own shop,specializing in BMW's.I have autocrossed and even gotten into mud running with my 4x4.(I am NOT a teacher and don't claim to know everything about the cars I never see.I hope to help you with your repairs and do expect some knowledge on your side.)

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CMVTI, Auburn Maine

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