How To Install BMW E36 Coilovers (325i, 328, M3, & More)

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►Whether you drive BMW E36 Coupe or Sedan, 325i, 328i, or M3, installing coilovers is one of the easiest ways to improve its handling or fix that wheel gap.
Street, track day, or even for drifting, BC Racing Coilovers offer a fully adjustable coilover for your E36 at an affordable price that works for any need.
Installation of coilovers on your BMW E36 is easy-as easy as installing OEM struts and shocks. With this guide and Gareth's guidance, you can have them installed in an afternoon.
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00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Coilover Options
00:42 - Tools Needed
02:30 - Front Strut Removal
08:04 - Front Coilover Installation
12:06 - Rear Strut Removal
14:04 - Rear Spring Explanation
16:45 - Rear Coilover Installation
21:28 - Rear Torqueing Procedure
23:50 - Front Torqueing Procedure
24:06 - Wrap-up
This Part Fits:
BMW 318i
1992 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1993 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1994 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1995 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1996 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1997 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
1998 BMW 318i Coilover Kit
BMW 318is
1992 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
1993 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
1994 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
1995 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
1996 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
1997 BMW 318is Coilover Kit
BMW 323i
1999 BMW 323i Coilover Kit
1998 BMW 323i Coilover Kit
BMW 323is
1998 BMW 323is Coilover Kit
1999 BMW 323is Coilover Kit
BMW 325i
1992 BMW 325i Coilover Kit
1993 BMW 325i Coilover Kit
1994 BMW 325i Coilover Kit
1995 BMW 325i Coilover Kit
BMW 325is
1992 BMW 325is Coilover Kit
1993 BMW 325is Coilover Kit
1994 BMW 325is Coilover Kit
1995 BMW 325is Coilover Kit
BMW 328i
1996 BMW 328i Coilover Kit
1997 BMW 328i Coilover Kit
1998 BMW 328i Coilover Kit
1999 BMW 328i Coilover Kit
BMW 328is
1996 BMW 328is Coilover Kit
1997 BMW 328is Coilover Kit
1998 BMW 328is Coilover Kit
1999 BMW 328is Coilover Kit
BMW M3
1995 BMW M3 Coilover Kit
1996 BMW M3 Coilover Kit
1997 BMW M3 Coilover Kit
1998 BMW M3 Coilover Kit
1999 BMW M3 Coilover Kit
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@JustinCFC 3 жыл бұрын

I love that this video is done on a real E36. You see so many videos where the underbody and suspension components are brand new or extremely clean. Love this channel and this company! Keep it up guys!

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

We love your support Justin! 99% of the cars we work on are simply employee projects/cars, so they're almost always in some sort of realistic condition to how most people would buy em and work em.

@xXCigarXx Жыл бұрын

100% support. I love to see you guys helping keep these amazing cars on the roads today. You are doing a huge service to the entire community.

@WaxOnWaxOffLoL 3 жыл бұрын

Another amazing and detailed video guys. Thank you Gareth, everyone behind the scenes and fcp euro !

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

We are as always super happy to help WaxOnWaxOff LoL !

@curlzwalk 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, and nice job! Would be great to show how the actual adjustments work for the valving and give some information regarding that for ride comfort or performance.

@zk9964 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Ah BCs on a 25yo e36 with all original rear bushings and ball joints. Right at home.

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Truly a match made in heaven.

@glrtttt4982 3 жыл бұрын

@@fcpeuro I you just I itexted get I popI

@edwinsprojects7039 2 жыл бұрын

This is exactly was I was looking for. A detailed install overview. I just ordered mine through FCP Euro and cant wait to start the install tomorrow on my day off :)

@fcpeuro 2 жыл бұрын

Let's Go!

@gmans7859 3 жыл бұрын

We always make it a point to put Paint Reference marks on all the Adjusters. Helps for counting turns etc. I suspect Manufactures do a decent job, but we also re -reference the marks on the Camber Plates for accuracy after the Alignment Shop has done their thing. Crusty ol' BMW needs some love.

@nvkulk 3 жыл бұрын

So much better to work on that the modern BMW junk

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Simpler times sweetwaldo.... simpler times...

@nvkulk 3 жыл бұрын

@@fcpeuro gimme an e39 530i with a manual any day over the idrive smg garbage. Change the cooling system every 50-60k and all is good ! I support FCP euro btw...great prices and service 👍

@johnmarek8985 2 жыл бұрын

You Sir, are a master mechanic, I very much enjoy your vids, they are both instructional and informative, apricate your efforts very much. Cheers (Australia)

@joonsup 3 жыл бұрын

wish you guys would do another video on lowering and raising the front and rear suspension on these coilovers

@grvyrdgang5672 3 жыл бұрын

Do a video on oil filter housing gasket replacement

@Superdessucke 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Most of the other coilover videos completely gloss over the rear installation so that part was especially helpful. I, for one, would love to see a video on how to adjust ride height. Please do it!

@Davids_cars Жыл бұрын

Truly amazing video. Hope to have a proper setup for more Nurburgring laps

@MisfitMuttsGarage 2 жыл бұрын

great video! I'm about to install a set and the info on setting up the rear helped a ton! did you get a chance to make a ride height setup video? I'd love to watch that next.

@fcpeuro 2 жыл бұрын

Not yet, but we can certainly add one to our queue!

@Husky.Dude. Жыл бұрын

Love the vid! Very detail and lots of info! 1 question, why are the rear reinforcement plates placed on top of the car’s body while the front reinforcement plates are placed in between the body and the coilover? Should the rear plates be the same way as the fronts? Thanks!

@RoyaltyGamers 3 жыл бұрын

good

@rueliotube 3 жыл бұрын

Nature’s lock tight...never heard that before, lol 😂 Hopefully new rear tires are on the list too...holy cording!

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

yaaa its in rough shape! No cheaper lock tite than some good ole free New England winters :-)

@Birdhouseboi810 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite thing is the chords showing on the roller wheels ;) Good video though

@W2TW 2 жыл бұрын

did yall make a ride height video?

@glanzbo Жыл бұрын

Did you need spacers? Edit: also I see you put the front top mount reinforcements in the with the rubber mount. You didn’t feel the need to use for the rear as well? Thanks

@rhar1044 3 жыл бұрын

Had to do front and rear suspension when restoring my 1999 M3. Upgraded to Billsteins all around, passed on the coilovers. This car was made to ride on conventional shocks and struts. Coilovers and/or lowering springs negatively impact track driving and cornering. This car was specifically designed to pitch slightly forward for better handling and cornering. When you alter the geometry the engineers laid out, you’re on your own. 😕

@333krook 2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t see you end up using the “sway bar mount tab” on coilover. I’m confused on how it is supposed to connect to the end links

@Chris-wb4gy 2 жыл бұрын

what coilover from bc racing should i get to daily and occasionally drift in

@isaiahcordova7864 2 ай бұрын

So if it’s on the control arm do I just leave it or change it?

@jameskelly9858 2 жыл бұрын

Looked like the tires needed replacing too lol they riding on those MayPops

@cjsnylons 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Can these be ordered with Swift springs? Also @ 24:06 is that the correct orientation of the camber plate or is it supposed to be rotated 90 degrees? Thanks for a great video.

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they can be! And this is the proper orientation if you want camber adjustment

@cjsnylons 3 жыл бұрын

@@fcpeuro Thank you! Yeah, sorry I had the car oriented differently when I was looking. Thanks for the feedback and video.

@tomwile123 3 жыл бұрын

Holy shit those rear tires are shot

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Donuts and dry rot may or may not have been the cause of this...

@sf-ww6lo 2 жыл бұрын

7:44 funny guy 😂

@curlyman7 3 жыл бұрын

Would these fit on a convertible with the rear shock damper control?

@kier4134 3 жыл бұрын

yeah it does

@nugzarshinjiashvili4225 Жыл бұрын

How is the preload measured on the rear before mounting rear shock

@AlexBayani 9 ай бұрын

Roughly 10mm of preload

@31acruz 3 жыл бұрын

what are the benefits of stalling "coil overs", what is stock? thanks.

@marcozuniga1186 Жыл бұрын

Better ride height and often times stiffer so less body roll in corners, basically just refreshes the suspension, better for older cars

@seanfletcher6703 2 жыл бұрын

So I know that coilovers would normally be used to lower your car but how high could I theoretically get the bc racing coilovers?

@jordan809 10 ай бұрын

U can make it tall af 😂 like i did

@meegel 3 ай бұрын

Wish it was standard to specify “driver side” or “passenger side” instead of just “left” or “right“

@fcpeuro 3 ай бұрын

When dealing with repairs and car parts, the sides are constantly being referred to from the driver seat, so the left is always the driver (for us U.S. folks), and the right is always the passenger side. Hope that helps!

@undeadxkhalifa841 2 жыл бұрын

Does any one have the parts number for the 3 bolts on each side? Or a link to where I can buy them

@fcpeuro 2 жыл бұрын

What bolts are you looking for, feel free to drop a time stamp. You can also visit bimmercat.com for any diagrams you may need and part numbers.

@undeadxkhalifa841 2 жыл бұрын

@@fcpeuro the three mounting bolts that go from the strut to the knuckle. I didn’t really specify 😅 it’s around the 5 min mark.

@woapaggin6803 2 жыл бұрын

@@undeadxkhalifa841 have u found the specs

@spannersautocomputerrepair7528 3 жыл бұрын

I prefer raceworks. 3 yr warranty and nickel plated for $260 more!!!

@fcpeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Lifetime Replacement Guarantee no matter what brand you buy from us 😱😬

@sheadavis97 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for skipping the trunk liner removal part

@cinnamonarcade8179 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the tip on the bolts SKU: BMW-31311136465 needing to be replaced

@aryankwatra7013 2 жыл бұрын

legend for having the sku

@archiarchi5860 6 ай бұрын

ржавая снизу

@shuggashane13 2 жыл бұрын

poor car is so rusted

@31acruz 2 жыл бұрын

so everybody installs coil over and nobody knows why they are supposed to be better ?? lol funny, classic "group think" mentality.