{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-1989-bmw-525i-base-front-36mm-monotube-strut-insert","title":"Bilstein B8 1989 BMW 525i Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e34-030202\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860610177\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 1989-1995 BMW 525i Front 36mm Monotube Strut Insert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 34-030202 B8 Performance Plus strut cartridge fits 1989-1995 BMW 525i Base along with 1993 525iT, 1994-1995 530i, and 1989-1993 535i models. This monotube insert delivers application-specific damping when paired with lowering springs. Rigorous OE-level testing ensures consistent performance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonotube Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas pressure technology maintains performance under demanding conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuned specifically for lowered E34 chassis handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds original equipment standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowering Spring Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit for aftermarket sport spring sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm piston diameter for precise response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured by Bilstein with supply history to BMW and other OEMs\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\u003eStrut Insert\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989-1995 BMW 525i and listed E34 variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34-030202\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 warranty\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 insert cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation hardware as required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires use with lowering springs or sport suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm exact vehicle fitment before purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended\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 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