Condor Tech-Talk

Engine and transmission mounts will always be one of the first places drivers will go to help accommodate any modifications they plan to make. Our polyurethane mounts are optimal for any OEM Plus style build while our UHMW mounts are tried and true to hold up against heavy driveline abuse from aggressive track driving and drifting, all while maintaining a level of comfort suitable to daily driving.

In this article we hope to explain the benefits of this steering shaft conversion kit upgrade as well as the finer points of what to consider when purchasing these items for your classic BMW. These effectively eliminate all wearable components, replacing them with a solid stainless steel shaft coupled with a pair of universal joints.This upgrade greatly improves the vehicle’s steering performance and accuracy.

In this article, we will go over a detailed list of all of the items necessary to swap your OEM E30 power plants for any of the later, more powerful BMW M5X/S5X straight 6 engines. Thankfully we live in a time where resources, parts and information on these engine swaps are very abundant.

Drifting has become one of the world’s fastest growing forms of motorsport for many reasons. Parts availability for various platforms and low barrier to entry are just a couple of reasons why many petrolheads and enthusiasts find themselves sliding on the weekends in the same cars they’ll drive to work that following Monday.

The before/after difference from worn rubber to Condor is truly night and day. It is almost unbelievable that such a small part can make such a difference in how a car handles. BMW’s E30, E36 and E46 3 series’ front suspension setups are all very similar; where a single control arm is linked to the chassis via an OEM rubber bushing. Given that these control arms and their bushings are the cohesive link to the car’s steering, their condition is crucial for both safety and drivability. 

The fifth generation of BMW’s legendary 3 Series arrived as a 2005 model year replacement for the popular E46. This new platform had four main body styles, a four-door sedan (the E90), a five “door” station wagon (the E91), a two-door coupe (the E92), and a two-door hardtop convertible (the E93), and collectively these body styles make up what is known to BMW enthusiasts as the E9X platform. The E9x was available with both automatic and manual transmissions, and multiple engine choices were available, including four-cylinder, six-cylinder, and a V8 which was a first for the M3 model. The E9x was in production until 2011 and is still a popular choice for drivers and racers today.

Engine mounts play a significant role in your car’s handling, performance, and comfort, yet they are an often overlooked item until they fail completely. Factory BMW engine mounts utilize rubber and metal components, and some are even liquid-filled in some applications. These materials are used to minimize engine vibration and provide the most comfortable ride possible. Here are five signs to look for and some of the best reasons why you should replace your engine mounts.

Condor engine mounts are made from three different materials. Our VIP collection is made out of Polyurethane, our solid white mounts are made from UHMW & our Armageddon collection is made from solid Aluminum. Each material is chosen due to its specific properties.

No matter what your driving style is, one of the Condor weighted knobs will look and function great in your BMW. Read the article to learn the differences.