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.