View Full Version : Wobbly Rear Back


GeNerIc BizZ
03-30-2008, 07:55 AM
My car feels wobbly in my rear right. When I hit 20-30 mph I can hear it start to rub. I took it in and America's tire said it's wobbly. Does anyone have this problem and got it fixed? Would an alignment fix my problem?

gerry99
03-30-2008, 08:32 AM
could be the rear wheel bearing

GeNerIc BizZ
03-30-2008, 08:44 PM
anyone else?

Sven
03-31-2008, 02:30 AM
have you checked the rear shock mount or RTAB?

GeNerIc BizZ
03-31-2008, 05:32 PM
yeah, my shocks are still good... as for RTAB, what is that? I think my RR is wobbly because I drove my car once without knowing it had a flat tire and so it must of damage something. :(

Tefal
03-31-2008, 06:03 PM
RTAB stands for Rear Trailing Arm Bush. Really common for going bad. shown as #4 here
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=CB33&mospid=47498&btnr=33_1004&hg=33&fg=30. (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=CB33&mospid=47498&btnr=33_1004&hg=33&fg=30)

Check the E36 section search box out for info on how to do them and guides etc

GeNerIc BizZ
03-31-2008, 07:13 PM
How would I know if my RTAB is bad or not?

Tefal
03-31-2008, 07:35 PM
Jack the rear up, place on axle stands, Inspect the bushes, If they are torn away from the alloy centre tube then they are knackered, Or if they can be pryed from one side to another then they are knackered.

The e36 section has a whole load of info on them.

GeNerIc BizZ
03-31-2008, 07:43 PM
ok, I'll give it a look when I get the chance.Thanks guys.