F2X/F3X Spherical Rear Upper Shock Mount

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$ 571.40

$ 499.99

Currently working through fitment options for the F8X platform with various aftermarket shocks. Please email me with requests.

This order is for F2X and F3X rear shock mounts to mount OEM or BC Racing shocks. If you have another brand (non-EDC) please email me to discuss the adapters I can make for you. Your order will include:

2 anodized 6061-T6 shock mount bodies with Aurora/FK teflon spherical bearings installed
OEM or BC Racing specific bushings and adapters
2 BMW 33506866038 gaskets
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The OEM torque spec for the non-EDC M10x1 threaded rod is 38Nm. If the thread for your aftermarket coilovers is different I will provide a different torque spec. If you lubricate the thread with anything, including Loctite, your torque spec should be lower but I can not tell you what it should be so do so at your own risk. WARNING: The counterhold internal hex in the rod is weak and will strip! Use the right tools and don't over torque or you will risk destroying the hex in the shock rod and make shock mount removal either very hard or impossible.

OEM suspensions are full of rubber bushings. They're cheap and compliant which makes for a nice smooth ride to the grocery store. What they aren't good for is driving to the limit on track or your favorite canyon road. As a first step toward a less compliant more controllable and precise suspension we are unveiling our rear shock mounts with spherical bearings.

The BMW rear suspension is designed in such a way that the spring loads and damper loads are resisted by different parts of the chassis (rears are not coilovers) so the main benefit of the spherical shock mount is that it will improve your shocks ability to dampen suspension movements and reduce friction in your suspension.

When traveling over a bump or rotating the car through a corner with the rubber mount, the rubber compresses first and then your damper will start to compress once the rubber mount stiffens up. By not allowing your damper to precisely follow the tire over bumps or to follow the chassis while rolling through a turn you're effectively eliminating the damper from the suspension for a portion of the suspension's travel.

Additionally, the rubber mount resists the shocks need to pivot through the entire suspension travel because the rubber always wants to return to its original shape. This resistance adds side load to the damper shaft which increases friction. With a spherical bearing this resistance is eliminated and friction is reduced.

Spherical bearings with teflon linings do wear down and lead to excessive slop and a knocking or a rattling noise. Our rear mounts are always over designed to include the largest bearing reasonably possible to extend the life of the spherical bearing and delay the onset of the bearing knock. The bearings and retaining rings are replaceable.

As seen on the FaRKle0079 youtube channel!

Current compatibility list is for any of the below vehicles with BC Racing adjustable dampers.

2014+ F22 BMW 228i 228iX M235i M235iX
2012+ F30 BMW 320i 320iX 328i 328iX 335i 335iX - Sedan
2014+ F34 BMW 328i 328iX 335iX - Gran Turismo
2014+ F32 BMW 428i 428iX 435i 435iX - Coupe
2014+ F33 BMW 428i 428iX 435i 435iX - Convertible
2014+ F36 BMW 428iX -Gran Coupe

M-series fitment is in development. If you have requests please email us.