OTM Spec Guide - THE BMW E46

OTM Spec Guide: BMW E46 Drift Setup (NA & Turbo)

The BMW E46 is one of the most capable drift chassis ever produced — but only when it’s set up correctly.

The OTM Spec Guide: BMW E46 Drift Setup is a complete, track-focused setup manual built from real-world experience tuning and driving 60+ E46 drift cars, from beginner builds to competition-level setups.

This guide is designed to eliminate guesswork and help drivers understand why their car behaves the way it does — not just what numbers to copy.

What This Guide Covers

• Proper front and rear alignment for drifting

• NA vs Turbo setup differences

• Coupe vs Sedan setup considerations

• Spring rates and shock tuning (single-way & two-way coilovers)

• Anti-squat explained and applied to the E46 chassis

• Sway bar tuning and when to remove them

• Angle kit setup for:

  • Murp Garage × OTM Budget Kit

  • OTM God Of Lock Kit

  • SLR / FAPO angle kits

• Troubleshooting common drift handling issues

• How to diagnose problems from the driver’s seat

• Track-ready baseline setups you can actually use

Who This Guide Is For

• Beginner to advanced drift drivers

• BMW E46 coupe and sedan chassis

• Naturally aspirated and turbocharged builds

• Drivers who want predictable, repeatable handling

• Anyone tired of guessing or copying bad setups

Why OTM

This guide reflects how we actually set up cars, not theory pulled from forums.

Every concept is broken down in:

• Simple explanations for beginners

• Technical detail for experienced drivers

So you can progress as a driver instead of constantly fighting your car.

Important Information

• Digital product – instant download after purchase

• Motorsports / track use only

• Educational reference, not professional mechanical advice

• No refunds on digital products

Built by drivers. Tested on track.
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