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DriftMax Basic lock kit E46 (BMW 3 Series) up to 60° steering angle

The DriftMax Basic lock kit E46 gives your BMW 3 Series E46 up to 60° of steering angle and is made for drivers who want to learn to drift or regularly do track days. The kit is plug-and-play and works with the standard steering rack, suspension and brakes.

In this Basic version, DriftMax has replaced the hubs and bearings of the complete kit with steering lock adapters. That keeps the price competitive, while you get the same large steering angle without Ackermann effect. This kit can also be expanded to the Pro version later by buying just the hubs.

Note for the E46: the ends of the lower arms fit round E36-style control arm bushes or uniball bearings. The original hexagonal E46 bushes do not fit. That is why you can add the matching uniball lollipop brackets when you order.

Key benefits

• Up to 60° steering angle for your E46
• Plug-and-play on the standard steering rack, suspension and brakes
• No Ackermann effect, not even at full lock
• Optional uniball lollipop brackets for when you do not use round E36 bushes
• Expandable later to Pro by adding the hubs
• Meyle tie rod ends in BMW Motorsport OEM quality
• Aluminium top mount relocators in aircraft-grade quality
• Spare parts available separately

Fitment

BMW 3 Series E46 (1998 to 2006)

• E46 with standard steering rack, suspension and brakes
• Rear control arm mounting with round E36-style bushes or with uniball bearings
• Not suitable for the original hexagonal E46 control arm bushes

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: DriftMax
• Part number: R4DP-LOCK-DMAX-E46-BASIC
• Version: Basic with steering lock adapters
• Steering angle: maximum 60°
• Geometry: no Ackermann effect
• Rear control arm mounting: round bushes (E36 style) or uniball bearings
• Made in: Europe
• Included: lower arms, tie rods, Meyle tie rod ends (BMW Motorsport OEM), steering lock adapters, aluminium top mount relocators, bolts and fitting hardware
• Option: uniball lollipop brackets for the rear control arm mounting, per pair

Installation and delivery

You fit the kit in place of the original parts, without modifications to the steering rack, suspension or brakes. Check beforehand which control arm bushes are fitted to your E46: the kit does not fit with the original hexagonal bushes, but it does with round E36 bushes or the optional uniball lollipop brackets. After installation, the wheel alignment must be reset. The Basic lock kit E46 has a delivery time of 4 to 7 days.

The Basic lock kit E46 combines 60° of steering angle with a price that suits your first drift season.

Why choose this Basic lock kit E46?

The E46 is a strong base for drifting, but the standard steering lock soon holds you back. The Basic lock kit E46 solves that with up to 60° of steering angle and a geometry without Ackermann effect, without you having to buy a complete front axle straight away. If you want the maximum 70° from the start, take a look at the complete DriftMax lock kit for the E46.

Frequently asked questions

Does the kit fit my original control arm bushes?

No. The ends of the lower arms fit round E36-style control arm bushes or uniball bearings, not the original hexagonal E46 bushes. You can order the uniball lollipop brackets as an option with this Basic lock kit E46.

How much steering angle do I get?

Up to 60°. The complete DriftMax kit with its own hubs and bearings goes up to 70°.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes, by buying the hubs you expand the kit to the Pro version.

What is the delivery time?

The delivery time is 4 to 7 days.

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.