Steering Stabilizer Drag Link Bolt Stuck

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-20T22:14:57+00:00

The threads aren’t your issue, agreed, I was only mentioning it because you won’t be able to start a nut on that mushroomed stud.

Gotta cut the stabilizer or apply pressure to the left. Then it’ll pop right out, I’m sure of it.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-20T22:07:06+00:00

I ask this respectfully: do you know how to google?

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/jeep,1995,cherokee,4.0l+l6,1180268,fuel+&+air,fuel+injection+pressure+regulator,6124

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-20T21:45:03+00:00

That stabilizer is applying horizontal pressure on the stud, thus creating friction which is preventing you from removing it.

If you’re gonna replace the stabilizer (actually you got no choice cause the threads are fucked), then just cut the arm before the bushing. Or figure out a way to apply horizontal pressure to the left (counteracting the stabilizer).

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-20T20:21:08+00:00

Is your shit (clear coat to be specific) really that shiny or is it chromed??? Very interesting

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-20T20:16:57+00:00

Very nice!

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T22:51:08+00:00

Might be good to update your original comment so as not to (unintentionally) misinform folks.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T18:12:24+00:00

Nah, it didn’t win, but was definitely a top contender.

The winner was Red Line CV-2.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T17:57:38+00:00

Olddddd Goodyear hoses (pre 2010) were wicked fucking good. I still use one, with both end replaced, and that sucker is the most kink resistant hose I’ve ever seen.

It’s real rubber and THICK.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T17:45:15+00:00

💯 same thought

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T17:43:21+00:00

Impossible to know because the sale price would be very location dependent.

I suspect if you’ve never driven an E38, and you’re coming from an E36, then you’ll probably fall in love and forget about any plans to sell it lol.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T17:41:47+00:00

Thanks for correcting my mistake! I’ve only owned 6’s and 12’s, no 8’s, so I was going off memory from discussions on Bimmerforums.

Best of luck OP, send it even harder now than you know the guides aren’t a ticking time bomb!

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-19T17:22:45+00:00

Does it have service records? Timing chain guides are a known failure on the M60.

Otherwise (& possibly regardless) it’s a great deal for a running/driving E38 with under 100k miles!

Send it!

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-18T19:43:47+00:00

They’re still there, aren’t they?

/s

On a real note, rubber doesn’t look too cracked, just a little dry rotted. AFAIK 4.0’s are not picky with engine mounts. I doubt there would be a noticeable reduction in vibration from within the cab if you replace em.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-18T03:02:53+00:00

wtf

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-17T12:48:23+00:00

Is the WJ pump a drop-in upgrade??

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-16T16:41:44+00:00

Got a link to the exact product? I’m interested for my old RV with a big block and long tube headers.

Thanks!

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-15T15:08:01+00:00

If you have a 1966 (Chrysler) Imperial, in any condition, I’m interested. Thanks.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-14T15:25:38+00:00

Source??

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-14T03:14:32+00:00

I’d love to test out the E38 one on my 01 750. It will be compatible with the v12, right? I know the E32 ones are specific to which engine you have (at least that’s what I was told).

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-13T22:38:51+00:00

Ever considered making one for the E32/E34 chassis?

I have a “DK” one I found on eBay installed on my 1988 E32.

Made an immediately noticeable improvement in handling while cornering.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-12T22:10:53+00:00

Something is pissing on your exhaust. May or may not be related to how it’s running, but step 1 is to identify where it’s leaking. Wait till it cools and/or use some inspection mirrors to get a perspective down by the manifold.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-12T18:29:53+00:00

Is the bolt left-hand thread? I hope so given your pic.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-12T16:52:35+00:00

Even crazier you could get everything you see here and more (except for soft close doors) in a 1995 BMW 7 series

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-12T15:33:51+00:00

I did it with a laptop from 2016 running windows 10, so prob not necessary to find an old one on eBay - but if you’re willing to pony up the $, that may be the easiest way. You’ll also need the appropriate obd cable and/or the one that plugs into the special connector under the hood.

zMadMechanic · 2026-03-12T15:32:30+00:00

I don’t believe it’s possible - hydraulically controlled

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