{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-1988-bmw-m5-base-front-36mm-monotube-strut-insert","title":"Bilstein B8 1988 BMW M5 Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e34-181546\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860625768\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 1982-1988 BMW 5 Series Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 34-181546 B8 Performance Plus strut insert delivers a monotube gas pressure design for BMW vehicles. It fits 1982-1988 528e, 1983-1984 533i, 1985-1988 535i, 1988 535is, 1983-1984 633CSi, 1985-1989 635CSi and 1988 M5 models. This cartridge pairs with lowering springs to sharpen handling response while maintaining ride control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides consistent damping under high loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches BMW chassis dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e36mm Piston:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increases fluid capacity for heat dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Fit Insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces factory strut cartridge without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces aeration for stable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Tested Standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds original equipment requirements\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 Insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1982-1988 BMW 5 Series and 6 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePiston Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of 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Bilstein?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProven monotube technology used by OEM manufacturers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent damping across temperature ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong service life with minimal maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for sport suspension upgrades\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 Does this strut insert require a new spring?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is designed specifically for use with lowering spring sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is the unit sold individually or as a pair?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for a single front strut 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