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Increase torsional rigidity of body and suspension and actually enables more responsive steering at higher speeds. Manufactured to fit all BMW models with and without traction control.

Solid Billet Shock Tower mounts.
Solid Aluminum CNC manufactured.
Increase torsional rigidity of the front suspension.
Reduce body roll in corners.
CAD design assures a perfect fit.
Easy installation with complete hardware.

FITS ALL MODELS OF E36 AND E36 M3 .
Rear brace also available please see alternate listing.

NOTE: Please specify exact vehicle model if your car has traction control when ordering.


Fitting Time: 0.50 hours.
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 3.00 Kg

 

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Have a front strut brace and x-brace, and still experiencing body torsional flexing? Then the AA Rear brace could be the answer. It is easy to install and comes with instructions. After installation, you will be amazed at the difference.
Constructed from aluminum and steel, guarantees durability with strength.

NO LOSS...
If your BMW has the optional rear folding back seats for additional storage capacity, the Active Autowerke rear bar with its removable center section will help maintain that additional cargo space when needed.

Fits: E36 325i, 328i & M3 ('92-'99) - except Ti & Convertibles.

See Variations section (use red link button top right) for E46 option.

Fitting Time: 1.00 hour.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £65.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 3.00 Kg

 

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The toughest underpanel available, designed for BMW E-36.

Crafted from 6061-T6 anodized aluminum, this panel will definitely be the last one you will ever need to buy. The underpanel is designed to fit directly into the original factory holes located on the bottom of the E-36 front spoiler. Because it attaches to the front spoiler, direct contact with a curb or a cone will result in equal movement between the spoiler and panel, as opposed to the plastic factory panels attached to the chassis, which makes them much more rigid and susceptible to breaking.

This panel is the ultimate in shielding road debris and the elements of inclimatic weather from corroding vital engine parts. Performance enthusiast will appreciate the flat panel's ability to accelerate airflow underneath the spoiler. This accelerated airflow creates a low-pressure area under the spoiler, most commonly known as "Downforce". Self-installation will take about an hour. One less component to worry about will last a lifetime.

This Panel Assembly fits all E36 models except "M3 Lightweight".

Panels are now designed to fit automatics too!

Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 5.00 Kg

 

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* PLEASE REFER TO VARIATIONS SECTION FOR YOUR MODEL * (USE RED LINK BUTTON ON THE RIGHT)

A twin tube design front aluminium strut brace from the well reknowned motorsport manufacturer Wiechers.

OTHER TYPES OF WIECHERS BRACES AVAILABLE AS PER BELOW LINKS :

oval design front braces

oval design rear braces

single tube design front braces

single tube design rear braces

Fitting Time: 0.20 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £20.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 4.00 Kg

 

* PLEASE REFER TO VARIATIONS SECTION FOR YOUR MODEL * (USE RED LINK BUTTON ON TOP RIGHT)

Wiechers rear strut braces stiffen and add support to rear section of your vehicle thus improving roadholding and handling.

OTHER WIECHERS BRACE TYPES AVAILABLE AS PER BELOW LINKS:

oval design front braces

oval design rear braces

twin tube design front braces

single tube design front braces


Fitting Time: 0.20 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £20.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 4.00 Kg

 

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* PLEASE REFER TO VARIATIONS SECTION FOR YOUR MODEL APPLICATION * (USE RED LINK BUTTON ON THE RIGHT)

Single tubular section polished front strut braces from reknowned motorsport company Wiechers not only add style but improve roadholding and chassis "feel".

Other Wiechers Brace Options:

oval design front braces

oval design rear braces

twin tube design front braces

single tube design rear braces


Fitting Time: 0.20 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £20.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 4.00 Kg

 

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1 series front strut
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A strut brace not only enhances the appearance of the engine bay but provides lateral support to the top of the struts, thus preventing flexing and change of chassis geometry during hard cornering, thereby improving stability, roadholding and "feel".

This slim profile Racing Line range from Wiechers has an oval cross section and is available in following finishes:

- polished aluminium
- real carbon fibre coating

The open strut mount design alows for access to adjustable top mounts, dampers etc without having to remove the brace.

** PLEASE NOW REFER TO THE "VARIATIONS" SECTION (USE RED LINK BUTTON AT TOP RIGHT) FOR YOUR APPLICATION AND PRICING.

OTHER TYPES OF WIECHERS BRACES ALSO AVAILABLE AS FOLLOWS :

oval design rear braces

twin tube design front braces

single tube design front braces

single tube design rear braces

Fitting Time: 0.20 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £20.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 4.00 Kg

 

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* PLEASE REFER TO VARIATIONS SECTION FOR YOUR MODEL * (USE RED LINK BUTTON ON THE RIGHT)

Racing Line oval section rear strut braces stiffen and add support to rear section of your vehicle thus improving roadholding and handling.

Available in :

- Polished aluminium
- Real carbon fibre coating

Other Wiechers strut brace models and types are as available as per the below links:

oval design front braces

twin tube design front braces

single tube design front braces

single tube design rear braces


Fitting Time: 0.20 hours.
Estimated Installation Cost at Crest Workshops : £20.00 inc. VAT
Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 4.00 Kg

 

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Ultimate Rear Shock Tower/Shock Mount Reinforcement kit

Sold as a pair.

The BMW 3 series, and chassis with 3 series based rear suspension have a weakness; they can deform and "mushroom" the rear shock mount over time, especially if fitted with performance suspension.
These plates are now considered a requisite install whenever you’re working on the rear suspension by BMW professionals.

Made from high quality materials, with precision cuts and utilising a wider tang make these Rear Shock Tower Reinforcements stronger than the OEM "Cabrio reinforcements". Model specific fitment offers the greatest strength possible.

Get these now, install quickly and forget about any problems in the future! Our steel race style can also be implemented by body shops for repairs after damage to the shock towers.

We offering 4 distinct types of Rear Shock Mount Reinforcements to fit customer’s specific needs.

Bolt in type...
1- Universal "Cabrio" style, mild steel- All E30-through- E46 & Z3/Z4
2- Race style, stainless steel- E36, E46 & Z4 (also E30 & Z3 with some grinding)

Weld in type...
1- Race style, mild steel- Chassis Specific: Fits E36, E46, Z4 on)
2- Race style, stainless Steel- Chassis Specific: Fits E30/Z3/E36 ti.

Please specify vehicle model and which type when ordering.

Sold as a pair.



Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 1.00 Kg

 

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The E36 strut towers use very thin steel and can crack when driven under specific conditions (lowered cars, potholes, etc.). A sport suspension (shorter, stiffer springs) or coilovers will transfer road hazards energy directly to the strut tower deforming and causing costly damage.

These reinforcement plates are a direct bolt in for the following vehicles:

- All E36 Models - 1992-1999 318i, 323i, 325i, 328i, M3, Z3

Inc: Saloon, Coupe, Convertible, Touring, Hatchback




Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 5.00 Kg

 

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RE part number re.stb.e36.r

A unique design of brace that reinforces the strut towers AND bulkhead of your BMW.

What does a strut brace (aka stress bar or strut bar) do?
The concept of a strut bar is intended on reducing the flex between the front strut towers during hard cornering loads. By reducing this flex, it allows suspension points to remain undisturbed, allowing for the suspension to do it's job properly. This often gives the drive a feeling of increased stability and improved turning response, when in reality, the suspension is reacting as designed.

Who can benefit from a strut bar?
For those that may believe a strut bar is only for "track cars" or "racecars", it is also street driven vehicles that benefit from a properly engineered strut tower bar. Whereas anyone can appreciate the ability for a front suspension to remain constant at all times, other benefits include support of the factory strut towers from "mushrooming". These generally occurs if the vehicle hits large potholes, causing the suspension to compress completely, and then damaging the rim. However, its not only the rim that takes the hit, but the shock tower as well. Over time, if left unprotected, it can cause expensive sheet metal damage.

What about a rear bar?
Since the rear suspension points do not see the same kinds of forces during hard corner (when compared to the front), a rear bar is typically unnecessary in a street application. A rear bar also tends to intrude into valuable trunk space inhibiting the full use of the cargo space. Additionally, for those with extensive stereo modifications (such as a sub-box), a rear bar tends to get in the way. Those companies that offer a rear bar typically do so to offer a visual compliment to the front bar.

What to look for in a strut tower brace?
When looking at a strut tower brace to give you the most benefit, it should have the following features:
- Sufficient protection of the strut tower top (to prevent "mushrooming")
- No pivots or heim-style joints to allow the bar to flex or bend, but adjustable, to allow for intention suspension changes.
- Center bar with minimal bends or kinks (straighter is stiffer!)
- Provide adequate underhood clearance (so not to dimple the hood)
- Allow for suspension changes (for those that frequent the track)
- Made from the best materials available (for lightweight, coefficient of thermal expansion)

Even BMW applied many of these traits to their own strut tower braces when they offered them. For the E36 and E46 models, both used cast aluminum strut tower plates and matched them to tubular steel center bars.

What about Rogue Engineering's Carbon Fiber Strut Tower Brace?
Some may question our decision to offer a competing product, since the Rogue Engineering Carbon Fiber brace fulfills many performance requirements already. In fact, the RACEBRACE chassis reinforcement fills a niche which our Carbon Fiber brace does not fill. Such features include compatibility with specific adjustable shocks and easy access to adjustable camber plates.
The Rogue Engineering RACEBRACE was designed as an alternative offering to the BMW Motorsport factory strut tower brace, which is no longer available. This item was standard equipment on the 1995 BMW M3 GT (350 produced, for Europe only) as well as the 1995 BMW M3 Lightweight (US market). This well engineered brace utilized cast aluminum end plates and a adjustable steel center bar. Frequently sold for more than $500 when available, these rare parts easily fetch $600-$700 on the used market. Unfortunately, this bar did not fit ASC+T vehicles.
The Rogue Engineering RACEBRACE also makes a great replacement for the factory E46 M3 strut brace. These factory strut braces were included on 2002-2006 model year E46 M3s (2001 models did not get it from the factory). Although rare, we have seen the factory cast aluminum mounting plates crack or worse, break. While most are covered under factory warranty, the dealer is usually very quick to deny any warranty because of modifications done to the vehicle (too low, springs too stiff, or a louder muffler was the cause of the crack). While fantastic in concept, the cast strut tower plates are obviously not strong enough to handle the stresses which are being exerted onto the towers from the suspension. The RACEBRACE's solid steel plates offer enough strength to handle these stresses.

RACEBRACE Features and Benefits

- Lightweight tubular steel bars are 100% TIG welded to high strength steel plates and powdercoated black for a durable finish. While aluminum may be marginally lighter, steel is used for its superior Coefficients of Thermal Expansion over aluminum or magnesium alloy.
- The RACEBRACE's one-piece design offers the strongest possible connection from each strut tower. Its one piece welded construction resists bending and flexing moments that hinged, flat bars simply cannot compare. While there may be others offering one-piece bars, we engineer our bars to support along the stress of the load path as closely as possible, not just "connecting" the two towers together.
- The multiple bar configuration, with center support bars, resist twisting and bending of the front chassis. Although it does not bolt to the firewall, the bar's multiple tubes resist bending and twisting in multiple planes (when compared to strut braces' that use only flat bars).
- Open tower design allows for easy access to adjustable camber plates and shock adjustments.
- Designed to offer adequate clearance over the engine components as well as underhood clearance.
- Strut tower offers full 360° support, completely covering the strut tower area. This can prevent costly sheet metal damage "mushrooming" from potholes, especially with lowered cars.
- Removal of the strut brace takes only minutes with simple hand tools. Adjustments to suspension camber/caster plates can be made without removal of the bar.

E36 Models
Make sure you have adequate camber plate/strut mount stud exposure.
Installation of the factory Strut Tower Reinforcement Plates are highly recommended. Installation for those with stock strut mounts is a matter of minutes. A typical install for an E36 is less than 10 minutes with hand tools.
For E36 models with M50/S50 engines with oil fill caps towards the firewall, the brace does not interfere with the removal of the cap. Use of a funnel is recommended for spill-free oil additions.
Does not fit 4-cylinders vehicles
E36 version weighs 6.9 lbs.
The E36 version can fit with an LS engine transplant as shown by one of our customers...

For other models please refer to Variations section ( use the red link button at top right of this listing ) for details on this version.



Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 5.00 Kg

 

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Ultra Racing was established in 2002 and become a very successful chassis bracing and tuning company.

Prized for their unique one-piece hollow tube design across their line of products from strut bracing to inner fender bars these are one of the strongest and most rigid parts you can fit to improve safety and vehicle handling.
Strength is greatly improved against conventional bolt together bars by removing the stress points in the mounting bolts which can reduce the life of the product under load.

Ultra Racing is also one of the first companies to manufacture true 3-point chassis bars; this gives superior performance gains by distributing stress and force throughout the chassis of the vehicle rather than just against the suspension turrets.

The full range extends from front strut bars, rear strut bars, anti-roll bars, fender bars as well as floor pan bars and much more.
Available for most BMW and other models.

We are currently still constructing this page, please call or E-Mail us for full information/applications

We Will Beat Any Price !

Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 1.00 Kg

 

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UUC E36/Z3 FRONT SUBFRAME REINFORCEMENT KIT

fits: 1992-1999 E36 M3/328/325/323/318 Z3

This kit is designed to repair and/or strengthen the front subframe mounting ears around the engine mount bushing attachment points. Weakening, cracking, and eventual failure occurs as a result of mileage or hard use. Strengthening of this area is critical not only for safe operation in a street car, but also for optimum performance in a track or race car.

Note: installation of this kit does require welding and access to the underside of the car.

Parts list for kit:
2 motor mount nut area steel plates
2 subframe ear steel plates

Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 1.00 Kg

 

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E36 REAR SWAYBAR REINFORCEMENT KIT

Fits: 1992-1999 all E36 M3/328/325/323/318 ( except Ti/Compact models)

This kit is designed to strengthen the rear swaybar mounting brackets on the subframe. Weakening, cracking, and eventual failure occurs as a result of mileage or hard use. Strengthening of this area is critical not only for safe operation in a street car, but also for optimum performance in a track or race car.

Parts list for kit:
2 reinforcement plates (one left, one right)



Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 1.00 Kg

 

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NEW! Updated design with 100% open strut mount area allows complete access for adjustable suspensions.

The StrutBarbarian is available for all 1992-1999 E36 3-series 6-cylinder models (including M3 and Euro or S54 engine swaps).

Several features make the UUC Motorwerks Barbarian strut tower brace unique:

Aluminium alloy bar construction and steel end plates (grade 12.9 steel bolts) for very important reasons:

a) Strength: the StrutBarbarian bar section is truly a structural reinforcement for the shock tower section of the chassis.
b) Light weight: the entire StrutBarbarian weighs approximately 5.0lbs (compare to other bars upwards of 10lbs.+)

The Barbarian uses no pivots or heim joints. To resist bending and torsion, those design elements are avoided.

Open top design allows access to adjustable suspension components.

Precision construction. In order to accurately produce a bar with very tight tolerances, we do not weld any portion of the StrutBarbarian assembly. Welding can compromise the structural integrity of the material and its metallurgical characteristics as well as introduce warping from the heat. By using computer numerically controlled (CNC) laser cutting and manufacturing techniques, we're assured that the bar fits perfectly every time.

Quality materials. The entire assembly is constructed in the USA of premium aircraft-grade aluminum alloy and steel with stainless steel hardware for continuous high-performance service without fear of surface or material degradation over time. All parts are powder coated for appearance. Stainless steel acorn nuts are provided for all six strut bearing studs and all four bar mounting studs.
You are assured that this is the best possible product at any price, at any cost. By using massive overkill engineering, we have ensured that the StrutBarbarian left nothing to compromise.

Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 15.00 Kg

 

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Elsewhere in this section you will see the Wiechers "standard" Racing Line strut bar range which is available in polished metal finish or real carbon fibre laminate over the aluminium core.
This version listed here goes further by having the main bar constructed in full real carbon fibre and the plates in Ultra Lightweight aluminium.
The plates are produced using a special metal laser melting procedure and then printed with a high-tech 3D printer.
The total weight of the full carbon strut bar incl. the plates is less than 750 grams ! (Shipping weight listed below refers to volumetric weight not actual product weight)
at time of writing, August 2017, these bars are available for F2X, F3X an d F87 models, but new models are being developed, please Contact us for details if your model is not listed above.

* PLEASE NOTE : PRICES ARE EURO EXCHANGE RATE DEPENDANT, SO PLEASE ALSO CONTACT US FOR BEST UP TO DATE PRICING .


Estimated Volumetric Shipping Weight : 3.00 Kg