Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket BMW F8X M2, M3, M4 Competition

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Product Description

The Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket is a high-performance rear differential support upgrade for compatible BMW F8X M models, including the BMW F87 M2, F87 M2 Competition, F80 M3, F82 M4 and F83 M4 Convertible. Designed to improve rear-end stability under torque loading, it helps address one of the known weaknesses in the factory rear differential mounting arrangement.

From factory, BMW uses a single offset rear differential bush despite the OE tubular subframe having provision for a second mounting position. Under hard launches, sudden throttle changes and repeated on-off throttle inputs, this can allow the differential to twist under load, increasing strain on the bushes and contributing to wheel hop, drivetrain movement and an unsettled or clunky rear end.

The Powerflex bracket is CNC machined from 6082 high-tensile aluminium and is designed to utilise the secondary mounting position on the OE rear subframe. By adding additional support, it helps control differential movement more effectively and provides a more consistent chassis response under acceleration and throttle transitions.

Finished in corrosion-resistant Satin Black anodised aluminium, the bracket is engineered to withstand high torque loads, stress and deflection. It can be used on standard or modified vehicles with either a single OE bush or dual aftermarket bushes, making it a practical upgrade for road, fast road and track-focused F8X builds.

Powerflex recommends combining this bracket with the Powerflex Rear Differential Mounting Bushes, available separately in Purple or Black Series. The bracket is supplied with an M14 bolt and thread locker.

This bracket replaces BMW part number 33172284775. Powerflex part number: PFR5-4030. Diagram reference: 30.

Further information below.

Key Features

  • Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket for BMW F8X M2, M3 and M4
  • High-performance rear differential support upgrade for BMW F8X M models
  • Designed to improve rear-end stability under torque loading
  • Utilises the secondary mounting position on the OE subframe
  • Adds support where BMW uses a single offset rear differential bush from factory
  • Helps prevent the differential twisting under load
  • CNC machined from 6082 high-tensile aluminium
  • Finished in corrosion-resistant Satin Black anodised aluminium
  • Designed to withstand high torque loads, stress and deflection
  • Helps reduce drivetrain movement
  • Can improve throttle response
  • Supports more controlled and consistent on-off throttle chassis behaviour
  • Helps reduce wheel hop
  • Helps reduce strain on fitted differential bushes
  • Suitable for standard and modified vehicles
  • Can be used with a single OE bush or dual aftermarket bushes
  • Recommended to combine with Powerflex Rear Differential Mounting Bushes
  • Supplied with M14 bolt and thread locker
  • Replaces BMW part number: 33172284775
  • Powerflex part number: PFR5-4030
  • Diagram reference: 30

Vehicle Compatibility

  • Suitable for compatible BMW F8X M models using the factory rear differential bracket setup.
  • Designed to utilise the secondary mounting position on the OE tubular rear subframe.
  • Can be used on standard or modified vehicles with either a single OE rear differential bush or dual aftermarket bushes.
  • Recommended for use with Powerflex Rear Differential Mounting Bushes.
  • Replaces BMW part number: 33172284775
  • Powerflex part number: PFR5-4030
  • Diagram reference: 30

What's Included

  • Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket
  • CNC machined 6082 high-tensile aluminium bracket
  • Corrosion-resistant Satin Black anodised finish
  • Supplied M14 bolt
  • Thread locker

FAQs

What does the Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket do?

The Powerflex Dual Mount Differential Bracket helps reduce differential movement by using the secondary mounting position on the OE rear subframe.

Why is this upgrade useful on BMW F8X M cars?

BMW uses a single offset rear differential bush from factory, which can create a pivot point under torque loading. This can contribute to drivetrain movement, wheel hop and an unsettled or clunky rear end.

Which BMW models is this bracket suitable for?

It is suitable for compatible BMW F8X M models, including BMW F87 M2, BMW F87 M2 Competition, BMW F80 M3, BMW F82 M4 and BMW F83 M4 Convertible.

What is the bracket made from?

The bracket is CNC machined from 6082 high-tensile aluminium.

What finish does the bracket have?

It has a corrosion-resistant Satin Black anodised aluminium finish.

Can this be used on modified vehicles?

Yes. It is designed to function on standard or modified vehicles with either a single OE bush or dual aftermarket bushes.

What are the main benefits?

The bracket helps reduce drivetrain movement, improve throttle response, control on-off throttle chassis behaviour, reduce wheel hop and reduce strain on fitted bushes.

Should this be fitted with Powerflex rear differential bushes?

Powerflex recommends combining the bracket with the Powerflex Rear Differential Mounting Bushes, available in Purple or Black Series.

What is included with the bracket?

It is supplied complete with an M14 bolt and thread locker.

What are the part references?

This bracket replaces BMW part number 33172284775. The Powerflex part number is PFR5-4030 and the diagram reference is 30.

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