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DISCUSSION => Suspension => Topic started by: erupert66 on June 14, 2012, 09:24:24 PM

Title: Rear shock tower repair options
Post by: erupert66 on June 14, 2012, 09:24:24 PM

I picked up a '91 318is for my son's first car.  the PO lowered it and put a body kit on it and subsequently blew the motor and sold it.  the left rear shock tower has separated from the tub.  question is - do I just re-weld it or, purchase a new tower (sources?) and weld that back in?

Title: Rear shock tower repair options
Post by: colin86325 on June 15, 2012, 07:44:05 AM

The tower is not available separately.  Your best bet would be welding it back, maybe adding gusseting.

http://bmwfans.info/parts/catalog/E30/4-doors/USA/318i-M42/browse/bodywork/floor_panel_trunk_wheel_housing_rear/

Title: Rear shock tower repair options
Post by: Geoff on June 15, 2012, 09:00:46 AM

yeah, there is a part that reinforces the top where the shock fits that makes it a lot sturdier.  when you get it all together set it up with enough suspension travel so the ass dont get knocked out of it again
                                                               Geoff

Title: Rear shock tower repair options
Post by: colin86325 on June 15, 2012, 04:41:13 PM

Right, the Z3 reinforcement plate is a good idea.