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BMW E36 Compact Strut Tower Reinforcement, Set of 2

With this E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement, you keep the rear shock absorber towers of your BMW E36 Compact in shape. After years of use and hundreds of thousands of kilometres, these towers can sag and deform. The set of two steel reinforcements prevents that damage and makes the shock absorber mounting points considerably stiffer.

At the rear, the Compact is built differently from the saloon and coupé, and therefore needs its own solution. If you drift, do trackdays or have stiffly set-up coilovers under the car, the towers are put under extra load. That is exactly when reinforcing them as a precaution makes sense, and that is what this E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement was developed for.

Key benefits of the E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement

• Prevents sagging and deformation of the rear shock absorber towers
• Stiffens the tower and the shock absorber mounting points
• 3 mm S355 steel, a strong structural steel grade
• Laser-cut and then bent on CNC press brakes for an accurate fit
• Finished with a black textured powder coating
• Set of 2 reinforcements including bolts, so left and right in one go
• Specifically developed for the E36 Compact

Suitable for

BMW 3 Series Compact

• BMW E36 Compact, all engine variants

This set is only intended for the Compact. If you have an E36 saloon, coupé or Touring, take a look at the reinforcements for those body styles.

Technical specifications

• Item number: 0219
• Application: reinforcement of the rear shock absorber mount (strut tower)
• Material: S355 steel
• Thickness: 3 mm
• Production: laser-cut, bent on CNC press brakes
• Finish: black textured powder coating
• Contents: 2 reinforcements with bolts
• Installation: bolted on, drilling holes in the floor required
• Weight: 1.80 kg

Installation and delivery

The reinforcements are secured with the supplied bolts. To do this, you need to drill holes in the floor. Check the underside of the car beforehand to make sure no lines, cables or the tank are in the way, and mark the holes with the reinforcement in place. Afterwards, treat the drilled holes against rust and seal them neatly.

When fitting the E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement, always work with the car safely on axle stands and wear safety glasses while drilling. It is smart to combine the installation with replacing the shock absorbers or top mounts, because the mount is undone anyway. If there are already cracks in the towers, have the panels assessed by a body specialist first.

You will find more parts for a stiffer body in our chassis and subframe reinforcements category. Also take a look at our E36 front strut tower reinforcement, which also fits the Compact.

Repairing a sagged tower costs far more than reinforcing it in time.

Why choose this E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement?

The E36 Compact is popular as an affordable drift and project car, but the age of the body plays a part. A deformed shock absorber tower changes the position of the shock absorber and is difficult and expensive to repair. This set of 3 mm S355 steel tackles the problem before it occurs, and at the same time gives the rear a stiffer base for a sporty suspension.

Frequently asked questions

Does it need welding?

No. The E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement is bolted on with the bolts from the set. You do need to drill holes in the floor.

How many pieces are in the set?

Two reinforcements, one for each side, including bolts.

Does this E36 Compact strut tower reinforcement also fit an E36 coupé or saloon?

No, this version is made for the E36 Compact.

What material are the reinforcements made of?

3 mm thick S355 steel, laser-cut, bent on CNC press brakes and powder-coated black.

When does reinforcing make sense?

On a Compact with high mileage, stiffly set-up coilovers or intensive track and drift use. The sooner you do it, the smaller the chance of deformation.

Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.