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BMW E36 Control Arm Mount Reinforcement Rear

This E36 control arm mount reinforcement is a weld-in kit for the spot in the body where the rear control arms (trailing arms) of the BMW 3 Series E36 are mounted. You use it to repair a torn-out mount, or to prevent the sheet metal there from ever cracking.

The E36 is a popular base for drift and circuit cars, and it is precisely in that kind of use that the rear control arm mount takes a beating. The best moment to weld in these plates is during a project build or an overhaul of the rear suspension.

Key benefits of this E36 control arm mount reinforcement

• Repairs a cracked or weakened rear control arm mount
• Prevents damage to the sheet metal during drifting and track use
• 3 mm thick S355 steel, a strong structural steel grade
• Laser-cut, precisely to size
• Welded in: a permanent solution in the body
• Light: approximately 0.34 kg

Suitable for

BMW 3 Series E36

• BMW 3 Series E36 with rear control arms (trailing arms)
• Project cars for drifting, circuit racing and rallying
• Road cars where the mount is tackled during an overhaul of the rear axle

Technical specifications

• Item number: 0065
• Application: repair and reinforcement of the rear control arm mount
• Material: S355 steel
• Thickness: 3 mm
• Production: laser-cut
• Fitting: welded into the body
• Weight: 0.34 kg

Installation and delivery

The E36 control arm mount reinforcement is welded into the body, at the spot where the rear control arm is attached to the floor. The rear axle usually has to come out for this, so combine the work with an overhaul of the bushes or the fitting of a reinforced subframe. Clean the sheet metal back to bare, rust-free metal, assess the damage and weld any cracks shut first.

Have the welding done by someone with experience in bodywork welding. After welding, treat the area with an anti-rust primer and a good underbody coating, so that the repair lasts for years.

You will find more parts for a stiffer body in our chassis and subframe reinforcements category. If the floor around the rear subframe is also affected, take a look at the E36 rear subframe floor reinforcement.

A small weld-in kit that stops your rear axle from tearing itself out of the body.

Why choose this E36 control arm mount reinforcement?

The sheet metal around the control arm mount of the E36 was never designed for repeated impacts from drifting, stiff springs and the grip of semi-slicks. If it starts to crack there, your wheel alignment changes and the car becomes unpredictable. With this set made of 3 mm S355 steel, you make that spot a lot stronger before real damage occurs.

Frequently asked questions

Does the E36 control arm mount reinforcement have to be welded?

Yes, the E36 control arm mount reinforcement is welded into the body. Have this done by an experienced welder and protect the sheet metal properly against rust afterwards.

Can I use the reinforcement preventively?

Yes. The E36 control arm mount reinforcement is intended both to repair damage and to prevent it, for example during a project build.

How thick is the steel?

3 mm, in S355 grade. That is a strong structural steel grade that is easy to weld.

How do I recognise a cracked control arm mount?

Look under the car at the front mounting points of the rear control arms. Hairline cracks in the sheet metal, welds that have pulled loose or a rear wheel alignment that keeps drifting out are the first signs.

How many plates are in the set?

The product photo shows two plates. If you are unsure about exactly what you need for your car, please contact us before you order.

Does this also fit the E36 Compact?

The set is intended for the BMW 3 Series E36. The Compact has a different rear axle design from the saloon and coupé, so please check with us if you have a Compact.

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.