{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-1988-bmw-735i-base-front-36mm-monotube-strut-insert","title":"Bilstein B8 1988 BMW 735i Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e34-030189\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860619262\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 1988-1990 BMW 735i Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 34-030189 B8 Performance Plus strut cartridge delivers a direct fit upgrade for the 1988-1990 BMW 735i. This monotube damper pairs with lowering springs to sharpen handling response while preserving ride quality. Each unit undergoes extensive testing to meet original equipment standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm piston provides consistent damping under high loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve settings tuned for BMW E32 chassis dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowering Spring Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with aftermarket springs for lowered stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Quality Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds BMW factory performance benchmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces aeration for fade-resistant operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installs into existing strut housing without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBilstein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Strut Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988-1990 BMW 735i Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiston Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer Limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhats Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne front strut cartridge insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires professional installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned exclusively for use with lowering springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify fitment with vehicle VIN before purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988-1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e735i Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront position only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose Bilstein?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven in motorsport and OEM applications since 1873\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent performance across temperature extremes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide distribution network with strong aftermarket support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for precise vehicle handling balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a complete strut assembly?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No this is a cartridge insert that replaces the damper inside your existing strut housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will it work without lowering springs?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is optimized for use with lowering springs but can function with stock springs in some cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What tools are needed for installation?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard strut service tools plus a spring compressor are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping and Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground shipping via major carriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e In stock - 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