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New $150 accumulators for 456 load level system

Discussion in '456/550/575' started by rexrcr, May 9, 2013.

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  1. rexrcr

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    #1 rexrcr, May 9, 2013
    Big thank you to one of our customers Josh at Eagle's Auto Repair in Rock Hill, SC for figuring out that BMW E32 and E34 load leveling accumulators will work, bolt on with just the addition of a couple washers and a nut, for the 456 rear load leveling system.

    Meyle 3003721102 Suspension Self-Leveling Unit Accumulator
    https://www.google.com/search?q=3003721102

    Cost about $150 each new.

    Best,
    Rob
     
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  2. Davidspop

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    #2 Davidspop, Aug 5, 2020
    So the Bilstein accumulators are getting scarce... according to the source I just ordered from I think I got the LAST accumulator in the WORLD.... he even said that his information that they will now be NLA.... I found this reference to a Meyle unit and found most sources said "One Left"... so I ordered it.... what are we to do when accumulators are no longer available? Is there a rebuild service? I have read many threads on the matter and not found any rebuilding of accumulators?
     
  3. tantumaude

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    #3 tantumaude, Aug 5, 2020
    Far from it. Showing available on a multiple of BMW sources.
    Part no. 37211132043
     
  4. paulchua

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    #4 paulchua, Aug 6, 2020
    I can confirm the BMW ones work, that's what I installed on mine.
     
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  5. Davidspop

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    #5 Davidspop, Aug 6, 2020
    I searched most of those sources and they all show "backordered"......
     
  6. Davidspop

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    #6 Davidspop, Aug 10, 2020
    So.... just FYI for the group... I have had two orders cancelled by supplier as "part not available". I have one ordered from Meyle to see if it fits.... all showing availability but when you order they write back "ooops, not available right now"..... good luck everyone!
     
  7. asgor

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    #7 asgor, Aug 10, 2020
  8. Davidspop

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    #8 Davidspop, Aug 10, 2020
    Thank you asgor.... I ordered another of the Meyle units... so will see if that works.. if not I'll try ordering from UK...in the U.S. it shows as non-obtanium in U.S.
     
  9. carguy246

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    #9 carguy246, Aug 11, 2020
    Lance

    I have a new Meyle, if you need it.

    Bob
     
  10. Davidspop

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    #10 Davidspop, Aug 11, 2020
    Much appreciated Bob, I have two on order, but if that fails I will definitely reach out to you! Have an awesome day!
     
  11. Davidspop

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    #11 Davidspop, Aug 22, 2020
    Accumulators almost impossible to find right now... even Meyle units. I ordered Febi units.... told NLA... then ordered one Meyle.... then another. The first one came, second one "lost in shipping" when I asked for replacement...they said..."looking". Thank you to carguy246... he had one that he sold to me. I installed today, and I had to replace my console switch (it was FUBAR).... now suspension feels GREAT!!! Easy install (passenger side [U.S. car] was a bit fiddly to get back in)..... but all feels 1000% better, firm but not "rock hard & bouncy"....no suspension light yet... so I am watching. Thanks all for assistance.... be on lookout for accumulators they are apparently as rare as hen's teeth right now. Pics installed...
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  12. carguy246

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