e90/e91 engine strut brace. - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

longtran · 03-12-2006, 12:50 PM

check this out.

abdyel · 03-12-2006, 01:14 PM

where did you get that from ?

longtran · 03-12-2006, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by abdyel

where did you get that from ?

there was talk about it being release. i guess they just released it. they have them on ebay. click here

abdyel · 03-12-2006, 02:59 PM

Ok I see kind of expensive though and it looks weak I dont know

Chesmu · 03-12-2006, 04:39 PM

does it really add that much chassis stiffness?

HRC · 03-12-2006, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by moocow

does it really add that much chassis stiffness?

Yes! Strut bars really help "tie-up" the top end of the towers. Quicker steering feel usually is a result of adding the front.

Danny

Chesmu · 03-12-2006, 06:00 PM

is it worth $200?

HRC · 03-12-2006, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by moocow

is it worth $200?

That one may not be, but a well designed one is worth more than 2bills.

Danny

ChiTown · 03-12-2006, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by HRC

Yes! Strut bars really help "tie-up" the top end of the towers. Quicker steering feel usually is a result of adding the front.

Danny

Not to doubt your word or anything,

but is there any real data on this? Maybe on a ricer, but a e90?
I just feel that if adding a simple brace improved the handling that much don't you think BMW would put them on at the factory?
I mean how much could a brace cost to mass produce? $10, $20 ??
Just a thought.

Chesmu · 03-12-2006, 06:44 PM

i agree. Or does it compromise soemthing else that buyers would not want to sacrifice? Such as ... Nitrogen. (see any and all threads with N1 in it to get the joke)

HRC · 03-12-2006, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiTown

Not to doubt your word or anything,

but is there any real data on this? Maybe on a ricer, but a e90?
I just feel that if adding a simple brace improved the handling that much don't you think BMW would put them on at the factory?
I mean how much could a brace cost to mass produce? $10, $20 ??
Just a thought.

Seems like more than just a thought. My "data" is my experience. If that's not good enough for you, then by all means wait for a spreadsheet. Ricer? You mean my previous cars? Anykind of bracing that tightens up the chassis will improve handling. BMW's are not exempt from this. Improved suspension, rims all are proven to enhance an already great platform.

BMW's are built for the everyday person, some of whom have no need for the added benefit and cost for such an item. Plus anytime you add bars and such, the ride comfort decreases. You alrady have people here who complain that the regular or sport suspension is too "hard" already .

So ChiTown, believe it or not if you want, but you don't have to degrade the discussion with "ricer" talk. You could also add me to your ignore list.

Danny

PittWm · 03-12-2006, 09:23 PM

The seller is a BMW dealership, is this part OEM item?

Booster · 03-12-2006, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by PittWm

The seller is a BMW dealership, is this part OEM item?

Yes, they are OEM. I will get you all a price if you're interested..

Ryan@Motorwerks · 03-13-2006, 12:09 AM

That strut tower brace looks like its flimsy, but maybe thats just the photo or my lack of judgement. I'm would want something a little "beefier" in my car.

ksfrogman · 03-13-2006, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Booster

Yes, they are OEM. I will get you all a price if you're interested..

What is this part made of? Chrome Moly, Aluminum, Steel?

PittWm · 03-13-2006, 12:20 AM

One you attached it, do you need a alignment?

ksfrogman · 03-13-2006, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by PittWm

One you attached it, do you need a alignment?

You're just bracing the strut towers, not pulling or pushing out on them.

PittWm · 03-13-2006, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ksfrogman

You're just bracing the strut towers, not pulling or pushing out on them.

But once you loosen the strut tower nuts, wouldn't it be off by a little?

HRC · 03-13-2006, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by PittWm

But once you loosen the strut tower nuts, wouldn't it be off by a little?

yes, but that doesn't affect alignment.

Danny

ksfrogman · 03-13-2006, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by PittWm

But once you loosen the strut tower nuts, wouldn't it be off by a little?

The top of the strut tower assembly is fixed. Now if you had adjustable camber plates, which you don't, then it would affect alignment.

I just looked into the engine compartment and noticed the factory bracing that attaches near the firewall. Have any of you noticed that?

HRC · 03-13-2006, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ksfrogman

The top of the strut tower assembly is fixed. Now if you had adjustable camber plates, which you don't, then it would affect alignment.

I just looked into the engine compartment and noticed the factory bracing that attaches near the firewall. Have any of you noticed that?

Yea, you could see the ends in the photo above.

Danny

hermanh · 03-13-2006, 04:43 AM

I ordered mine (from my dealer) a few weeks ago. I ordered it as I plan to do trackdays (I did nearly 1500 miles on the Nurburgring wtih my previous car) and this is the only strutbrace available that will not void the warrenty. Considering the cornerspeed this car is capable to handle, I don't consider the strutbrace a luxury.
As for the ricey remark, i don't agree. Ok it's not a standard item on the car, but it' s concealed under the bonnet, and what's under the bonnet of my car is nobody's business(that's why I debaged my car). I don't consider it beeing a showoff item.

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Chesmu Brigadier General Drives: 2006 330i 6-mt Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 3,029 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	i agree. Or does it compromise soemthing else that buyers would not want to sacrifice? Such as ... Nitrogen. (see any and all threads with N1 in it to get the joke) __________________ "Teach the ignorant. Ignore the stupid."

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PittWm Second Lieutenant Drives: 06 330i SP pack, Prem pack, CW Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Paducah KY, USA Posts: 208 iTrader: (0)	The seller is a BMW dealership, is this part OEM item?

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Ryan@Motorwerks Captain Drives: 335i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 944 iTrader: (0)	That strut tower brace looks like its flimsy, but maybe thats just the photo or my lack of judgement. I'm would want something a little "beefier" in my car.

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PittWm Second Lieutenant Drives: 06 330i SP pack, Prem pack, CW Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Paducah KY, USA Posts: 208 iTrader: (0)	One you attached it, do you need a alignment?

03-13-2006, 04:43 AM	#22
hermanh Enlisted Member Drives: 330i MT Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Belgium, Europe Posts: 27 iTrader: (0)	I ordered mine (from my dealer) a few weeks ago. I ordered it as I plan to do trackdays (I did nearly 1500 miles on the Nurburgring wtih my previous car) and this is the only strutbrace available that will not void the warrenty. Considering the cornerspeed this car is capable to handle, I don't consider the strutbrace a luxury. As for the ricey remark, i don't agree. Ok it's not a standard item on the car, but it' s concealed under the bonnet, and what's under the bonnet of my car is nobody's business(that's why I debaged my car). I don't consider it beeing a showoff item. __________________ E90 330i MT, "sport", Ti silver, dakota black. Last edited by hermanh; 03-13-2006 at 08:17 AM.