BMW Engineers have long been in a struggle to save weight wherever possible as they've added more and more features to the 3-Series - BMW created a lightweight chassis that could withstand the load of the STOCK suspension without deflection or deforming, allowing BMW to make the materials of the shock tower area itself as thin as is possible while still retaining the strength to withstand the load of the car's projected lifespan. This means is that because of the thin materials, if you increase the loads on the towers (ie by installing stiffer, lower springs or coilovers that transmit more load than the OEM shocks), the shock towers can't stand up to the forces it is being subjected to. The upper strut mount provides a locating point for the top of the front struts. It contains a rubber-isolated bearing that allows the strut shaft to move independently from the rest of the suspension - a critical component for the suspension to be quiet and effective. The rubber also absorbs vibrations and impact harshness, helping to keep unwanted noise and harshness from reaching the steering wheel. Applications - 2006-2011 E90 BMW 325xi 328xi 328i xDrive 330xi 335xi 335i xDrive - Sedan
- 2006-2012 E91 BMW 325xi 328xi 328i xDrive - Wagon
- 2007-2013 E92 BMW 328xi 328i xDrive 335xi 335i xDrive - Coupe
Includes - ONE Front Upper Strut/Shock Mount - Left & Right Mounts are the same.
Benefits - Absorbs vibrations and impact harshness, helping to keep unwanted noise and harshness from reaching the steering wheel
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Mod Category:
Suspension
Mod Subcategory:
Shock Absorbers / Struts