| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 - 1998 | BMW | 318i Base |
| 1992 - 1997 | BMW | 318is Base |
| 1998 - 1999 | BMW | 323i Base |
| 1998 - 1999 | BMW | 323is Base |
| 1992 - 1995 | BMW | 325i Base |
| 1992 - 1995 | BMW | 325is Base |
| 1996 - 1999 | BMW | 328i Base |
| 1996 - 1999 | BMW | 328is Base |
| 1995 - 1999 | BMW | M3 Base |
| 1995 | BMW | M3 Lightweight |
AST 5100 Series Coilovers BMW M3 E36 (95-99) ACC-B1105S (SPF1105S)
AST 5100 Series Coilovers BMW M3 E36 (95-99) ACC-B1105S (SPF1105S)
SKU:ACC-B1105S
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The AST 5100 Series Coilovers for the BMW M3 E36 (95-99) are high-performance suspension components designed to enhance handling and stability. Featuring inverted, upside-down shock absorber technology, these coilovers are race-proven and deliver increased strength and durability. The design improves suspension geometry under heavy lateral and braking forces, making them ideal for spirited driving on both road and track. The 5100 Series coilovers provide adjustable rebound damping via a single knob, allowing for precise tuning to match driving preferences and conditions. Constructed with high-quality materials, these coilovers offer a significant upgrade over standard twin-tube shocks, ensuring improved responsiveness and control during aggressive driving.
Designed specifically for 1995-1999 BMW M3 E36 models, these coilovers are a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory suspension. They are suitable for street, track, or performance driving, providing a versatile upgrade for enthusiasts seeking better handling and ride quality. Installation is straightforward, with all necessary mounting hardware included. The kit is engineered to maintain optimal suspension geometry and performance, making it an excellent choice for those looking to improve their vehicle’s dynamics without extensive modifications. Compatibility is limited to the specified model years and chassis, ensuring a perfect fit and reliable performance.
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Overview
Overview
The 5100 Series shock absorbers for the 1995-1999 BMW M3 3.2 (E36) utilize inverted / upside down technology. The inverted design is race proven technology and produces an extremely strong damper, providing better suspension geometry under heavy lateral and braking loads as seen in a road and track environment.
The 5100 Series shock absorbers give your car a better performance than the standard twin tube design. With the 5100 Series suspension you can adjust rebound with one knob. The adjust platform allows you to adjust the ride height of your car. AST suspension shock bodies are specially designed to keep maximum stroke, even with a lower ride height.
How a Monotube design works?
Monotube design is essential for performance. The oil and nitrogen are separated by a floating piston, and allows the use of a larger piston, increasing the damper performance and sensitivity felt by the driver, all this added together produces more grip, gives more control and driver feedback from your vehicle.
What is a rebound adjustment?
Rebound controls the rate of extension of your shock absorber. By changing the rebound you can directly change the characteristics of the vehicle.
Features
- Floating piston design with high pressure nitrogen means no cavitation around the piston.
- 14mm diameter internal shaft.
- 44.5 mm diameter shaft struts, inverted.
- Steel cylinder body shocks, inverted.
- High end, track ready suspension.
- Rebound adjustable ('Singles').
- Low friction seal.
- Adjuster knobs permanently mounted on the dampers.
- Designed to use OEM top mounts.
- Rubber bushings for 'eye' shock mounts.
- Includes springs.
- Rebuildable.
- Optional spherical top mounts.
- Optional DLC (diamond like carbon) coated shafts.
- Optional DDP (double digressive piston).
- Double Digressive Pistons are recommended for use on the non-driven wheels.
- 4WD/FWD vehicles: DD pistons for both rear axle struts/shocks.
- RWD vehicles: DD pistons for both front axle struts/shocks.
- Optional custom valving.
Specifications
- Part Number: ACC-B1105S
- Product: AST 5100 Series
- Adjustment: 1 Way
- System: Coil Over
- Product Note: True Coilover
- Front/Rear Ratio: Front = 60% / Rear = 40%
- Strut/Shock Type: Front: McPherson strut / Rear: Eye 2 pin strut
- Model Years: 1995-1999
- Make: BMW
- Model: M3
- Chassis: E36
- Spring Kit: Included
- Top Mounts: Front / Rear Included
- Front Top Mounts: TMA-B11-A1-20F - Camber adjustable
- Optional Front Top Mounts: Not Available
- Rear Top Mounts: TMA-B01-B1-30R - Solid top mounts (no camber adjustment)
- Adjustable Front Droplinks Available? No
- Adjustable Front Droplinks Required? No
- Adjustable Rear Droplinks Available? No
- Adjustable Rear Droplinks Required? No
- DDP Pistons Included? No
- DDP Pistons Available? Yes
- DLC Coated Shafts Included? No
- DLC Coated Shafts Available? Yes
- QDC Included? No
- TUV Approved?
- Comments: Works with OE top mounts.
Vehicle Fitment
- 1995 BMW M3 3.2 (E36)
- 1996 BMW M3 3.2 (E36)
- 1997 BMW M3 3.2 (E36)
- 1998 BMW M3 3.2 (E36)
- 1999 BMW M3 3.2 (E36)