{"product_id":"rear-chassis-reinforcement-plate-combo-e46","title":"Rear Chassis Reinforcement Plate Combo \/ E46","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eRear subframe failure is a well-documented issue on the BMW E46 chassis, and notably, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eE46 M3 did not receive factory sheet metal reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e at the rear subframe mounting points. Over time, repeated load concentrates in these areas, leading to cracking, tearing, and expensive repairs if left unaddressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eRear Subframe Reinforcement Plate Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to address this problem directly by reinforcing the subframe mounting points on the chassis. The plates thicken the surrounding sheet metal and distribute load over a larger area, reducing stress concentration and helping prevent cracks from forming or progressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003ePrecision cut from \u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e14-gauge steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit can be used both to reinforce an intact chassis as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003epreventative maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e and as part of a proper repair on cars already showing signs of failure. The plates are intended to be welded into the chassis, becoming part of the structure rather than a surface patch. Professional installation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eReinforces all rear subframe mounting points on the E46 chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eThickens factory sheet metal at known failure areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eDistributes subframe loads over a larger section of the chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003ePrecision cut from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e14-gauge steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eSuitable for preventative reinforcement or repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eDesigned for weld-in installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eKit includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e front subframe mounting point reinforcement plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e right rear subframe mounting point reinforcement plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e left rear subframe mounting point reinforcement plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e cross-member spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e square trunk block-off plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e M12 x 1.5 bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eFitment: \u003c\/strong\u003eBMW E46 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eCoupe \u0026amp; Sedan \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eConvertible chassis requires minor modification to plates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Rear Subframe Reinforcement Plate Install - E46 Coupe - Condor Speed Shop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TVBHLFNL6k4\" height=\"759\" width=\"1350\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Condor Speed Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67602897829982,"sku":"REIRE46","price":116.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0232\/4721\/files\/E46_Rear_Kit_0002.jpg?v=1790876420","url":"https:\/\/slrspeed.com\/products\/rear-chassis-reinforcement-plate-combo-e46","provider":"SLRspeed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}