SPL Front Adjustable Tension Rod Set | G8x M2, M3, M4 (RWD)

From full racing to high-performance street applications, SPL Parts’ suspension products deliver the adjustability and performance needed for custom alignment setups. Their commitment to high-quality construction and innovative engineering is why these products are trusted not only by top race teams, but also by consumers who demand the best alignment solutions for their high-performance street cars.
$1,399.00

Product Information

The SPL BMW G8x Tension Rods (TR) provide a wide range of front caster adjustment, allowing precise alignment for improved turn-in response and compensation for left-to-right caster variances. Low-friction, smooth-articulating FK spherical bearings replace the factory rubber bushings, delivering a sharper and more responsive steering feel. Anti-dive geometry can also be fine-tuned using the supplied stainless steel spacers.

These components are engineered for maximum performance. The 2024 aluminium alloy hex rods are CNC-machined and gun-drilled to reduce unsprung weight while maintaining exceptional strength and stiffness. SPL Parts’ exclusive 360-degree Rotating Clamp design offers easy access for quickly and accurately locking in alignment settings. Blue-anodised titanium hardware further reduces unsprung weight and provides outstanding strength.

FK Bearings rod ends are manufactured in Connecticut, with the JMX series offering an upgraded hardened rod end for superior durability. Each rod end features a Teflon liner that ensures quiet operation, low friction, smooth articulation, and eliminates bushing deflection under load. The PTFE liner is chemically bonded to the inner diameter of the race, providing high load capacity and excellent wear characteristics. With an operating temperature range of –65º to 325ºF, these rod ends deliver exceptional reliability for both street and track use.

Sold as a pair.

Made in the USA!


BMW G8X FRONT ADJUSTABLE TENSIONS RODS

  • Gun-drilled and black-anodised 2024 aluminium links to reduce unsprung weight
  • Blue-anodised titanium socket-head cap screws.
  • Rotating 6061-T6 aluminium clamp design.
  • Hardened JMX high-misalignment, low-friction, three-piece Teflon-lined FK heim joints/rod ends.
  • Stainless steel anti-dive spacers.
  • ASTM A574 socket-head cap bolts used for maximum articulation, offering a minimum tensile strength of 170,000 psi.

APPLICATIONS

  • G87 M2, Rear Wheel Drive*
  • G80 / G81, M3, Rear Wheel Drive*
  • G82 / G83 M4, Rear Wheel Drive*

*Not suitable for M xDrive / AWD models.


INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS



Models
  • 2 Series / G87 M2 (2022+) / M2
  • 3 Series / G80 / G81 M3 (2021+) / M3
  • 3 Series / G80 / G81 M3 (2021+) / M3 Competition
  • 4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4
  • 4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4 Competition
  • 4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4 CSL

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