Product Details
The Whiteline Rear Differential Mount Bushing fits the 1991-1998 BMW 318i 3 Series. The part number is KDT969. It is listed for the E36/E30 chassis. You receive 2 bushings, 2 tubes, an install guide, and grease. This part is for the rear of the vehicle.
The differential is hung from the chassis on bushings that are soft for comfort. Under hard acceleration and braking they let it rock, so power reaches the wheels a moment late and the rear end can feel loose. A firmer bushing holds the differential more steadily, which sharpens throttle response. The polyurethane used here deflects much less than the original rubber under the same load.
Whiteline rates the install as difficult and lists about 4 hours. A wheel alignment is not required. Other Whiteline parts we list for the 318i 3 Series: Front Control Arm Lower Inner Rear Bushing, Front Strut Tower Brace Quick Release Kit, and Rear Trailing Arm Lower Front Bushing.
Features
- Bushing material: The bushing material is polyurethane, a firmer choice than rubber.
- Easy to fit: Made with the installer in mind, so it goes in without special equipment.
- Bushing compound: The elastomer formulation is chosen to shrug off oil, grease, ozone, and the elements.
- Self-lubricating: Internal grease reservoirs keep the bushing lubricated as it works.
- Grease: Supplied with molybdenum disulfide grease for extended service life.
- Corrosion protection: The hardware is plated to stand up to road conditions.
Specifications
| Part Number | KDT969 |
| Part Name | Differential Mount Bushing |
| Vehicle | 1991-1998 BMW 318i 3 Series |
| Chassis Code | E36/E30 |
| Bushing Color | Black |
| Bushing Material | Polyurethane |
| Color | Black |
| Durometer | 85 |
| Installation Difficulty | Difficult |
| Installation Time (hrs) | 4 |
| Kit Contents | 2 Bushings, 2 Tubes, Install guide, Grease |
| Material | Polyurethane |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Universal or Specific Fit | Specific Fit |
| Vehicle Placement | Rear |
| Wheel Alignment Required | No |
| Notes | - |