E36 · Handling
E36 Strut brace Install Guide
Your E36
Pick your year to see what fits.
This page covers the US E36 325i, 323i, 328i and M3, not the 318i or 318ti.
Stiffer front end
Easy$200–$30030 min
Why do it
Ties the strut towers together for sharper turn-in.
Tools you'll need
- Socket set
- Torque wrench
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- Rogue Engineering RACEBRACE Listed for 323, 325, 328 and M3.Fits 1992–1999 · 325i, 323i or 328i, M3
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Steps
Take off the strut caps
- Take off the caps and fit the brace.
Tighten it
- Tighten the bolts.
How to know it worked
- The brace sits flat.
- Nothing touches the hood.
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Safety first
- Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
- Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
- Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
- Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
- Wear safety glasses.
- If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.
Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.