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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 03:39 AM
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RockAuto.com has TT couplers for 24.95 each. Does anyone know anything about them ?
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Most likely they are the cheap china version of the BMW couplers, but I'm curious myself.
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I called the manufacturer, Dorman, and they are made in china.
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I sell Dorman through my work. I've looked at these and they're junk. Find a Beck Arnley distibutor and order 103-2218 for early 10mm or 103-2223 for later 12mm version. Made in Germany,stamped with BMW part number and top quality. Should be able to buy them for $50 each tops.
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I sell Dorman through my work. I've looked at these and they're junk. Find a Beck Arnley distibutor and order 103-2218 for early 10mm or 103-2223 for later 12mm version. Made in Germany,stamped with BMW part number and top quality. Should be able to buy them for $50 each tops.
Thanks havocdog, Have you used these ? Anyone else ?
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RPM recommends going with couplers from the Drive shaft shop.

http://driveshaftshop.com/domestic-d...eshaft-coupler

10mm.
http://www.driveshaftshop.com/domest...rvette/vtrb-10

12mm
http://www.driveshaftshop.com/domest...eshaft-coupler
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From what I have read these seem to be the best ones out there. I have very few mods and so im trying to see if there are any cheaper options.

Also, I should use all new bolts right ?
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Also, I should use all new bolts right ?
Not necessary, and the service manual does not call for replacement.
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They are nice pieces, but not necessary on a stock or bolt-on car. Stock replacements will work just fine.
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Sounds good. Now I just need them for less then $148 each. I will have to keep my eye on Parts for sale. Thanks
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Do all C5 autos use 10mm bolts on the couplings?
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Do all C5 autos use 10mm bolts on the couplings?
They do not. I have a 99 and it does use 10mm. I'm not sure but I think after 2000 they switched to 12mm
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