Idler arm bushing interchangability

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Ley3198
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Idler arm bushing interchangability

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I want to replace the bushing in the arm but WordPac doesn't have it for an E12. They do however have some bushing for the E24 and E32 (633,733).

I understand that they use a different style arm, but is the bushing different also?

Part numbers do not match the E12, but picture looks identical when comparing with the E32. I even have 2 options, 24mm and 27mm, but I think its the first.

Has anyone ever tried this out? Or know of a reputable source for one?

Thanks.
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L.
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I've changed both and I know they don't interchange with late E24/E28. I don't know about others but I doubt it. But it appears to available and have a dealer list of about $20 or URO brand at Rockauto for a 5 spot.
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Ley3198
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Post by Ley3198 »

Mike W. wrote:I've changed both and I know they don't interchange with late E24/E28. I don't know about others but I doubt it. But it appears to available and have a dealer list of about $20 or URO brand at Rockauto for a 5 spot.
Thank you for you input Mike. It is very appreciated. I wanted to avoid giving the stealership my money but id rather do that than buy anything URO.
79' 528i AT converted to 533i MT.
87' T3 MT Vanagon.
91' E34 M50 AT
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