BMW Differential and Gearing Upgrades for BMW 1 Series E82 (2008-2013)

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Upgrading various parts of the differential can have tremendous benefits in your car's performance. It's easy to forget that the differential is a source for making your car faster and handle better so it's often overlooked. The engine is not the only place to make the car faster. Our differential options vary from gearing upgrades to limited slip conversions. You can purchase the ring & pinion gear sets on their own (professional installation required) or have us build a diff around your own specifcations. The options are almost endless! Every custom-built diff is fully rebuilt with seals and bearings. We also design and supply bushing options to reduce driveline wind-up, finned differential covers for better cooling, and more!

Ratio Changes - Changing the differential gearing is one of the best and most-effective upgrades you can make on any BMW (old or new). By using a shorter (numerically higher) final drive ratio you are increasing your RPM relative to road speed - this puts you in a more powerful RPM range than before! Since you're in a 'meatier' part of the power band you're now putting down more power/torque to the ground. If you can trade outright top speed for faster acceleration at daily speeds then this is the perfect upgrade for you.

Limited Slip Upgrades - Sadly, many BMWs today are not equipped with a limited slip (posi-traction) differential. BMW has tried to compensate by using traction control that cuts power at the engine or applies the brakes to retard wheel spin (or a combination of both). But nothing beats the function and feel of a a true LSD which may be why BMW continues to use them in M cars. Our LSD upgrades can be done a number of different ways - a factory-type limited slip unit with either 2 or 3 clutch packs, helical type, OS Giken unit, or something truly custom. We can also vary ramp angles and setup to change the limited-slip behavior under acceleration, deceleration, and cornering. Need a custom diff? Call or e-mail to have a quote.

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Burger Motorsports - Corporate Logo
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These aluminum mounts are a direct replacement for the stock rubber bushings and have been lightened to remove excess weight. Using aluminum instead of rubber eliminates the "wind up" inherent in rubber mounts, and this deflection slows suspension & drivetrain response. The tradeoff is an increase in NVH. Features: Stiffens chassis/Improves stability Less wear of other components Better durability Provides better control of chassis geometry Replaces OE: 33312284019, 33312283384 Recommended for racing use only Includes: 1 rear aluminum bushing 2 front aluminum bushings
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SuperPro Differential Bushings for BMW

Upgrade your BMW's driveline with SuperPro differential bushings to enhance road feel and reduce driveline slop. While stock bushings excel at insulating the cabin from vibrations, they often lack in improving road feedback. SuperPro's differential bushings are engineered to better locate your driveline, providing a more connected driving experience and improved power delivery to the road surface. With over 40 years of experience in manufacturing suspension components and bushings, SuperPro leads the industry in polyurethane technology. These bushings are not just replicas of stock ones; they are meticulously developed to leverage the unique properties of SuperPro's polyurethane blend, ensuring top-notch performance. Expect consistent quality, precise fitment, and minimal increase in noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) with SuperPro differential bushings.

  • Enhances road feel and connection to the driving experience
  • Reduces driveline slop for improved power delivery
  • Superior polyurethane technology for optimal performance
  • Meticulously developed and extensively tested for quality assurance
  • Minimal increase in noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH)
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Differential Input Shaft Seal - Priced Each
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Replaces cracked or hardened valve body seals

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Maintaining a proper amount of fluid in the rear differential is vital to the performance and longevity of the differential. If a leaking shaft seal is left untouched, the results could be catastrophic. Two seals required per vehicle.
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Bushings tends to wear over time and split or even break free from the internal sleeve, causing excessive movement and sloppy control feel. OEM Lemförder bushings are the perfect option to restore suspension back to day 1 quality.

OEM Lemförder is an engineering company that focuses on high-quality, precision manufacturing of critical suspension and steering components. Providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as 50+ other big name automotive companies, such as Mercedes and Audi, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes them one of the biggest names for a go-to OEM parts provider. Lemförder parts place an important emphasis on design, production, and assembly, ensuring maximum reliability. They even coat all parts possible with corrosion protection for extended longevity.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E82,E90,E92,E93

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OEM Febi Rear Differential Carrier Bushing - Rear Positiom - E82/88 E...
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