I want to put a very fine point on this.
E30 steering rack swap airbag.
We ve put together a kit that includes everything you need to swap a late model e36 e46 or z3 steering rack into an e30 3 series 1982 1994.
E36 m3 95 3 0 don t let the low lock to lock fool you.
To install new steering rack in your e30 not equipped with an airbag you will need to shorten you steering knuckle if you have an airbag e30 you dont need to shorten it.
This kit includes everything needed to allows you to install a later model e36 or e46 steering rack into an e30 3 series 1984 1990.
There may be other retailers but the kit used by people i know is available from zionsville autosport.
Silver unfinished aluminum racks are 3 2 gray anodized are 3 0 and z3 racks look like e30 racks with a steel plated tube.
To shorten it grind down the rivets that hold the two halves of the steering knuckle together.
If you are planning to do an e30 steering rack to e36 m3 or e36 z3 steering rack swap you should buy a complete kit.
To install a close ratio rack in your e30 not equipped with an airbag you will need to shorten you steering knuckle.
This kit is for non airbag models only and includes the following.
E30 4 standard power steering rack for all models e36 3 4 an adequate replacement for the e30.
This rack is a variable speed unitm meaning it s ponderous in the middle and only rapid when it s close to full lock.
It will then come part.
Bmw e30 3 series to z3 e36 e46 steering rack conversion kit lose that school bus steering feel in your e30.
This includes the spacers and hardware to shorten the lower steering shaft and a.
Installing a close ratio rack in e30 without an airbag.