BMW Strut Braces & Stress Bars for BMW 3 Series E36 (1992-1998)

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BMWs need some added chassis strengthening in the front. You may notice some "chassis flex" when cornering or driving over a bumpy road. The reason for this is the incredible amount of force being applied to front strut towers. They have a tendency to flex when force is applied to them. Tying the strut towers together with a brace reduces the amount of flex and soldifies your car's chassis. Easy installation.

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ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:363146
Part#: 004495ECS01
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Sale - Save 25% $ 270.99

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$ 203.24 USD
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The ECS strut tower bar kit offers more than just good looks - it also serves to protect strut towers from "mushrooming" or other deformation caused by rough roads or vehicles with stiff suspension, and helps to triangulate the front end, providing more consistent suspension geometry with less chassis flex.
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ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:383295
Part#: 004495ECS03A
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Sale - Save 25% $ 278.99

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$ 209.24 USD
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The wrinkle black ECS strut tower bar kit offers more than just good looks - it also serves to protect strut towers from "mushrooming" or other deformation caused by rough roads or vehicles with stiff suspension, and helps to triangulate the front end, providing more consistent suspension geometry with less chassis flex.
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ECS - Corporate Logo
T#:383534
Part#: 004495ECS03B
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Sale - Save 25% $ 278.99

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$ 209.24 USD
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Sale - Save 25%
$ 278.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
06-13-2026

$ 209.24 USD
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The wrinkle black ECS strut tower bar kit offers more than just good looks - it also serves to protect strut towers from "mushrooming" or other deformation caused by rough roads or vehicles with stiff suspension, and helps to triangulate the front end, providing more consistent suspension geometry with less chassis flex.
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IRP Rear Adjustable Strut Bar - E36
Does not fit convertible models
IRP - Individual Racing Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:401436
Part#: IRPRSB-36
Ships in 7 Business Days
$ 188.99 USD
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$ 188.99 USD
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A strut tower brace adds additional reinforcement to the front strut towers, tying them together for extra rigidity. This makes the whole structure stronger with less chassis flex. Handling and steering feel are improved with better turn-in and input with no downsides. 

The IRP adjustable strut brace bar is a high quality brace that is constructed of 100% steel for guaranteed reinforcement and prevention of flex. The brace bar is painted black to ensure corrosion protection.

Easily installed with basic hand tools.

*Does not fit convertible chassis"

Fits the following BMW chassis:
E36 BMW All Submodels

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IRP - Individual Racing Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:401358
Part#: IRPFSB-36
Special Order: No Guaranteed ETA
$ 199.99 USD
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$ 199.99 USD
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A strut tower brace adds additional reinforcement to the front strut towers, tying them together for extra rigidity. This makes the whole structure stronger with less chassis flex. Handling and steering feel are improved with better turn-in and input with no downsides. 

The IRP adjustable strut brace bar is a high quality brace that is constructed of 100% steel for guaranteed reinforcement and prevention of flex. The brace bar is painted black to ensure corrosion protection and to add to the looks of the engine bay.

Easily installed with basic hand tools.

Fits the following BMW chassis:
E36 BMW All Submodels

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