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323 front struts

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hi,just a quick question.do 323 struts fit a 316 car or do i need to change steering arms etc.thanks


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they fit.
difference is in a diameter.
Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car. Oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car.
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Hi, thanks for getting back. Please can you tell me what diameter you are referring to & will they fit a 316 steering arms & anti rollbar ?
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only the strut diameter and bearing size

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the 323i struts are 51mm as opposed to 45mm on your 316 you will need to use your 323i hub if the bearing is bigger
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Not that simple. You will need to fit a 323 strut housing to the 316 or any other model for that matter. The 323 front suspenion is unique.
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