1973 BMW Bavaria Modifications and Experiences

Here are a few comments and experiences on owning a 1973 BMW Bavaria. I am somewhat competition oriented and hope that others may find this information helpful. To improve handling I recommend the factory available 24-mm front sway bar with a 19-mm rear. Couple these...

BMW Subframe Fatigue Inspection Tip

BMW Subframe — something you should check on your BMW 2002 as soon as possible. Very carefully inspect the angled portion of the subframe to which is attached the driver’s side motor mount. You’ll notice that this bracket has a bend in it in order to...

Metallic Hiss from Worn Cracked Rear Support Bearings

I have a metallic hiss coming from the rear of my 1972 BMW 2002. It has been doing this for a year without affecting performance but it is irritating. It sounds as though two smooth circular plates are rubbing and it changes character slightly from acceleration to...

How to Lower BMW 2002 Headlight Height

In order to meet Federal Regulations, Bavaria raised headlight heights on BMW 2002’s by inserting 19 mm aluminum spacers between the strut upper support bearings and the fender in the front and by replacing the 28 mm upper rubber damper rings with 38 mm rings in...