Suspension Bushing for BMW X5: Anodised Aluminium
This suspension bushing for the BMW X5 is specified around anodised aluminium, which decides how it behaves in service far more than the part name does. We build to a written specification — base material, dimensions, finish and packing — and hold that specification on file so every reorder reproduces the approved piece.
The usual reason a programme changes supplier is not unit price. It is premature wear on the first batch, or a fitment that looked right on paper and failed on the bench. Both are specification problems, and both are preventable.
Specification
| Product | Suspension Bushing |
|---|---|
| Vehicle application | BMW X5 |
| Material / finish | Anodised Aluminium |
| Typical use | Coastal Delivery |
| MOQ | 2,000 pieces per specification |
| Sampling | 10 working days, 3 days per revision |
| Bulk lead time | 25-40 days after approval |
| Compliance | DOT |
| Packing | 50 pieces per inner box, 200 per carton |
Material options
- Brass — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
- Zinc Plated Steel — the cost-effective default for volume programmes
- Nylon 66 — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
- Polypropylene — preferred when weight matters more than rigidity
- ABS Plastic — specified where the part sits close to a heat source
Processes available
- sintering
- heat treatment
- cold forging
- assembly line testing
- CNC machining
- surface grinding
Fitment notes
Confirm the fitment against the VIN or the frame number before ordering; two model years often share a name and not a part.
Where it is used
The specification above is the one most often ordered for coastal delivery. Related applications include security patrols, heavy load hauling, weekend riding, ride-hailing fleets, coastal delivery.
Quality and packing
- In-line inspection with AQL 1.5 sampling on every lot.
- Dimensional report issued against the approved drawing.
- Carton marking and barcode to your specification.
- Golden sample retained at the factory as the reorder reference.
Questions buyers ask
Can you match an existing sample?
Send a sample and we will reverse-engineer the specification, then produce a counter sample for approval before any bulk starts.
Can the specification be held on file?
Yes. Once approved, the specification is recorded against your part number so a reorder reproduces the DOT-compliant build instead of a fresh interpretation.
What happens if a lot fails inspection?
The lot is re-inspected against the golden sample, and replacement pieces ship on the next available booking at our cost.
What testing is included?
Standard lots ship with dimensional and hardness reports. DOT documentation is issued with the shipment when your market requires it.
Tell us the model, the fitment and the quantity and we will hold a production slot for you.
