So after having my car lowered for 7 years and 18" wheels for 5 of those running 35 series sidewall. I have finally cracked my front sub-frame. Yes the sub-frame not the oil pan but the sub-frame. I should be able to get pictures up tomorrow. well looks like i am going to be ordering one of Garagistics reinforced front sub-frames unfortunately i can not provide a core for them. womp.
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Well I have gone and done it now
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We can source a core (takes some time), or we can modify and repair your existing unit if you are able to send it in. We also have the full DIY kit here:
BMW E30 FRONT SUBFRAME ENGINE REINFORCEMENT KIT The E30 has a weakness in the front sub-frame where the motor mounts attach the motor to the chassis. Over the years, this area sees high-stress loads and could eventually fail, and to paraphrase SouthPark, you're going to have a bad time. That's where our BMW E30 Front
Full service here: (we can repair most damages, excessive damage is a little bit more money)
E30 REINFORCED FRONT SUBFRAME Out of all the mods available for the E30, this is one of the most important modifications you should consider if you drive your car hard or plan on adding more power. The Garagistic reinforced front subframe arrives with a fresh coat of black military-spec powder coating, in addition to
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I have to disagree. I have a very nice MIG welder, and a variety of fabrication tools, but I chose to buy their kits.
Why? Because making what they made would take a fair amount of time, and not be nearly as nice. Laser-cut pieces are not something a DIYer can really accomplish.
Just as important is cost: Garagastic makes a useful product for a price that makes sense. When I figure my time cost to make stuff like this, it's way above their price. This is how capitalism is supposed to work :D...It's not road rage--it's simply preemptory defensive driving...:D
1989 BMW 325i Convertible "Desire" (M30 VNT Turbo Swap in Progress)
1981 Porsche 924 S2 Turbo "Bast"
1980 Porsche 924 S1 Turbo (20V Turbo AAN swap on back burner)
1978 Dodge Tradesman B200 "Sasha"
1966 Lincoln Continental "Gracie"
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