IronBox BMW E46 EVO Steering Angle Adapters — Approx. 50°

$
120.00
The IronBox BMW E46 EVO Steering Angle Adapters are designed to increase the available front steering angle and reduce the Ackermann angle on dedicated BMW E46 drift builds

The adapters install onto BMW E46 front steering knuckles and are designed for use with modified BMW E36 front control arms

When installed as part of the correctly modified front suspension setup, the adapters can increase the steering angle to approximately 50°

These adapters are not a complete bolt-on lock kit and require professional modification of the BMW E36 control arms together with longer steering tie rods

Main features

  • Increased steering angle — provides approximately 50° of steering lock when used with the required supporting modifications
  • Reduced Ackermann angle — changes the steering geometry for improved operation at increased drift angles
  • E46 steering-knuckle installation — designed to mount onto BMW E46 front steering knuckles
  • Modified E36 control-arm configuration — developed for widened and professionally modified BMW E36 front control arms
  • Tapered mounting holes — manufactured for the outer ball joint and steering tie-rod end
  • Left- and right-side adapters — supplied as a complete pair for the front axle
  • Steel construction — designed for the loads generated during drift and motorsport use
  • Blacknitride finish — provides corrosion resistance without adding a thick coating to the precision mounting surfaces

Compatibility

  • BMW 3 Series E46

Designed for BMW E46 front steering knuckles

Requires compatible BMW E36 front control arms

The BMW E36 control arms must be professionally modified and extended before installation

Requires longer steering tie rods or suitable tie-rod extension components

Standard BMW E46 front control arms are not used with this EVO configuration

BMW E46 Compact compatibility depends on the installed steering-knuckle and front suspension configuration

Compatibility with BMW E46 M3 steering knuckles and non-standard front suspension conversions must be confirmed before ordering

The EVO designation identifies this IronBox product version and does not indicate BMW M3 Evolution-specific compatibility

Required modifications and parts — not included

Compatible BMW E36 front control arms are required

The E36 control arms must be widened by relocating the outer ball joint approximately 50–60 mm outward

The outer ball joint must also be relocated approximately 25 mm forward

The control arms require professional cutting, fabrication and welding

The steering tie rods must be lengthened using suitable extensions or longer steering components

BMW E36 control arms, tie-rod extensions, tie-rod ends and other suspension components are not included

Compatible IronBox modified control arms and steering extension components may be purchased separately

Kit includes

  • Left-side steering angle adapter — 1 pc
  • Right-side steering angle adapter — 1 pc
  • Installation hardware

Important installation information

The stated steering angle of approximately 50° depends on the complete suspension configuration, steering rack, control-arm geometry, tie-rod length, wheel offset, tyre size and available component clearance

The required E36 control arms must match the adapter and E46 steering-knuckle configuration

Control-arm modification and welding must be carried out by a qualified motorsport fabrication specialist

The ball-joint and tie-rod tapers must seat correctly without movement or interference

Check steering, brake-line, wheel, tyre, control-arm and chassis clearance throughout the complete steering range and suspension travel

A professional wheel alignment and full inspection of the modified steering geometry are required after installation

The completed vehicle must be tested progressively before operation at full steering angle