{"product_id":"bilstein-b8-2003-bmw-540i-base-front-36mm-monotube-strut-assembly","title":"Bilstein B8 2003 BMW 540i Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Assembly","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e35-114093\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 651860614045\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B8 1997-2003 BMW 540i Base Front 36mm Monotube Strut Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBilstein 35-114093 B8 Performance Plus strut assembly provides a direct fit performance upgrade for 1997-2003 BMW 540i Base models. This monotube damper features application-specific valve settings and is designed to work with aftermarket lowering springs. Each unit undergoes rigorous testing to meet or exceed 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 Delivers consistent damping performance under demanding conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e36mm Piston:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides precise control for sport suspensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Specific Valving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches vehicle requirements for balanced response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowering Spring Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhances handling when paired with aftermarket springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Quality Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds factory specifications for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Pressure Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains performance across temperature ranges\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 Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1997-2003 BMW 540i Base\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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