The Premiere Rear Shock Mount for Your BMW
A known weak point on all 3 series and 3-series based vehicles is
the rear upper shock mount
and the mounting location.
Whether you use OE suspension, or upgraded, this problem can be
ugly!
For whatever reason, this shock mount area is something BMW
never got right on the three series from the 1983 until the 2007
modes: the OEM mounts are sloppy and fatigue quickly and the sheet
metal area around them can be deformed over time simply by
absorbing road irregularities, especially if you have upgraded
suspension or an ///M car... Sometimes there is permanent damage
even under daily driving conditions alone!
There is nothing to be scared of however- here we have a
comprehensive solution:
Many companies make an upper shock mount, but we use and sell what
we believe are the best performing you will find. Structural
improvement and quality in these sets is dramatically better next
to uprated OEM or "repair shop" replacements marketed as "high
performance".
-These mounts have tuned durometer (firmness) rubber shock-rod
mounts that are stiff enough to let the damper perform properly
while maintaining a quiet, controlled ride.
-Each is fully anodized, with high quality domestic hardware that's
strong, the correct length and won't strip
-They also include shock tower reinforcement plates, a necessity
and typically sold separately for $30- for free in each set.
The best we have found for
all around performance: friendly on the street, responsive enough
for the track.
A must have when doing ANY rear suspension upgrade, these will save
you time, money, and help save your chassis.
-Full race mono-ball style available below-
VAC Important Tech Notes:
-Fits all of the following: All E30, E36, E46, Z3, Z4, M coupe
& Roadster.
-Please specify the diameter of your rear shocks piston rod when
ordering. Many double adjustable shocks require a 12mm RSM, while
most direct replacement shocks are 10mm.