Difference in bolt geometry between e30 & e36 knuckles.

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Difference in bolt geometry between e30 & e36 knuckles.

11-11-2014, 11:05 PM

Anybody know if there is a difference in geometry between the two?

The reason I ask is I was wondering if these would fit:

PMC Motorsport BMW E36 Drift Steering Angle Lock Kit

http://www.driftworks.com/driftworks-e36-bmw-lock-kit.html

These bolt-on PMC Motorsports steering angle kits are a simple, easy way to increase the steering angle on your BMW E36. They are the 20% version, which have been used on our many E36's here at Driftworks. Machined from billet aluminium. They come with all fittings needed to install. They fit non-M3 models only. You don't have to, but we recommend pairing these with our BMW rack spacers for maximum lock increase! Ackerman angle is reduced. Please note: Tie rod end mounting points are repositioned to be further towards the centre of the car, so you may need to cut down your existing tie rods 10-15mm unless you're running wider adjustable or e46 lower arms. Some brands of coilover extend further downwards than others, you may need to grind the strut/spacer for clearance.

I have e30 uprights with a GC coilover kit, e46 arms, tie rod spacers and a 712 (ZHP) rack in the mail. I am looking for more steering angle as well as reduced lock to lock. in my old car I had the same setup but with an e36 rack without power steering. It I'm probably going to keep power steering in this car because I do street it, so I'm not concerned about heavy steering.

Right now I'm just tossing the car to full lock and controlling drift angle with throttle.

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Difference in bolt geometry between e30 & e36 knuckles.

Difference in bolt geometry between e30 & e36 knuckles.