GO FISHING, use SLABSAUCE Fishing Attractant
Results 1 to 4 of 4

Thread: Q : Rear stress bar for E 30 Convertibles

  1. #1
    Join Date
    May 2004
    Location
    Japan
    Posts
    9,250

    Default Q : Rear stress bar for E 30 Convertibles

    Has anyone seen a rear stress bar for sale that fits E30 convertibles? The ones for coupes cannot fit convertibles because of the location of the top of the rear shock attachments being in the convertible top boot (as opposed to inside the trunk on the coupes). A couple of years ago, I thought I saw one that clamped itself to the rear shock absorber housings underneath the car, but I can't locate this source anymore. any leads would be welcome.
    It should be for a 87 325ic

    Thanks, and no, not for me, but I was asked that question

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Dec 2003
    Location
    baton rouge, loserana
    Posts
    6,922

    Default

    theres so much more metal behind the back seat in a e30 convertable i don't think it'd do squat, on a regular e30 it's a single piece of sheet metal on a ic theres a boxed cavity between the seat and trunk (hint could make a killer sub enclosure if lined) plus all of the metal that makes up the boot for the top to rest in when it's down
    all america wants is cold beer warm cat and a place to take a poop with a door on it

  3. #3
    Join Date
    May 2004
    Location
    Japan
    Posts
    9,250

    Default Winfred, got some info

    quote:

    There's something called a "Butt Strutt". It attaches at the rear subframe mounting points, but doesn't allow flex like the subframe does (subframe allows flex due to subframe bushings). I've never tried one, but I've read where people are very happy with them.
    http://strong-strut.com/Butt-Strut.htm
    http://strong-strut.com/bs_inspic.htm

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Dec 2003
    Location
    baton rouge, loserana
    Posts
    6,922

    Default

    neat never seen those, we have the douchebag deaf guy customer that keeps comming by bothering us for the safety plate that is just under the big nut and washer, his stud broke off and the only thing holding that side of the subframe is the plate that's bolted to the pinch bead at the rocker panel with 2 5mm allen bolts and it keeps trashing the plates, were up to 5 or 6 now, we can't seem to convence him that he is going to die eventially. that guy we showed his front sub frame had come loose and was about to drag the ground on one side saw god and let us put some bolts back in it (the engine/suspension was hanging from one frame rail not two)
    all america wants is cold beer warm cat and a place to take a poop with a door on it

Similar Threads

  1. Replies: 4
    Last Post: 11-24-2008, 09:21 AM
  2. Rear decklid material & rear subframe removal?
    By saluki540i in forum 5 Series BMW
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 04-04-2007, 10:43 AM
  3. Convertibles and carwashes
    By Jason in forum 3 Series BMW
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 06-28-2005, 06:52 PM
  4. Stress and selling your car
    By Matt P in forum 5 Series BMW
    Replies: 18
    Last Post: 02-08-2005, 10:28 AM
  5. Replies: 5
    Last Post: 03-25-2004, 07:47 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •