Bilstein 22-247438 BMW E36 B6 Performance Front Right Shock Absorber
Upgrade your BMW E36 handling, grip and stability with the Bilstein B6 Performance Front Right Shock Absorber, part number BILSTEIN-22-247438 / 22-247438. This front axle right damper is the ideal OE‑quality replacement and performance upgrade for BMW E36 316i, 318i and 318is models. If you want sharper steering response, improved body control and everyday comfort with true Bilstein durability, the B6 is the go‑to E36 shock absorber.
Perfect for road use and fast road driving, the Bilstein B6 gas‑pressure shock delivers confident cornering, reduced dive and squat, and excellent high‑speed stability. It works brilliantly with standard springs, so you get a performance suspension upgrade without needing to lower the car. At Nforcd, we supply and fit Bilstein B6 kits for BMW E36 builds and customers consistently praise the ride quality, precision and confidence they gain from this damper.
Why choose Bilstein B6 for your BMW E36?
- Direct fit BMW E36 front right shock absorber for 316i, 318i, 318is models
- Performance upgrade with OE comfort for daily driving and spirited use
- Gas‑pressure twin‑tube strut design for high traction and precise handling
- Stronger control with optimum grip and enhanced lane stability in both day‑to‑day and demanding situations
- Higher power reserves and long service life even on loaded journeys
- No need to change springs. Works perfectly with standard series springs
- Individually fine‑tuned in Bilstein road testing for consistent performance
- No parts certification required
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Fitment and compatibility
- BMW 3 Series E36 Saloon 09.1990–11.1998: 316i, 318i
- BMW 3 Series E36 Coupé 10.1991–05.1999: 318is
Position: Front Axle Right. Also known as Offside Front in the UK. For best results and balanced handling, we recommend replacing shocks in axle pairs.
Looking for the matching front left? Use Bilstein 22-247414 BMW E36 B6 Performance Front Left Shock Absorber.
Technical characteristics
- Fitting position: Front Axle Right
- Design: Suspension Strut
- Mounting type: Top pin
- System: Twin‑Tube
- Type: Gas Pressure
- Bilstein gas‑pressure technology, mono‑tube Upside‑Down technology possible depending on application
Part numbers and identifiers
- Part number: BILSTEIN-22-247438 / 22-247438
- EAN: 4025258757625
- UPC: 651860760148
- Manufacturer: Bilstein
Compatibility check
To ensure this Bilstein B6 shock fits your BMW E36, we run a compatibility check before dispatch. Provide your UK registration or the last 7 digits of your VIN at checkout and we will verify the fitment.
Professional fitting
Want it fitted by specialists who know BMW suspension and Bilstein B6 inside out? Book professional installation with Nforcd in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at Sales@nforcd.com.
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