PDA

View Full Version : Different types of Front Lip Spoiler for M-technic II



mikeyb74
10-14-2011, 12:51 PM
CS Splitters

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/kpeng/ken%20david/IMG_4168-1s.jpg

Rieger

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2344/2286045773_cbc3c1b92a_b.jpg

AC Schnitzer

http://www.ac-schnitzer.de/uploads/pics/ACS_E46_action_107_02.jpg

Hamann

http://www.hamann-motorsport.de/typo3temp/pics/46ea5d384b.jpg

Hartge

http://www.hartge.de/e/cmsImages/a_782.jpg

3D Design

http://www.3ddesign.jp/pro_aero_images/pro_aero_E46_FLS01B.jpg

http://www.3ddesign.jp/pro_aero_images/pro_aero_E46_FLS02B.jpg

Garbino

http://www.bitte-mw.com/a0030/a0030_066_02.jpg

http://www.bitte-mw.com/a0030/a0030_066_04.jpg

OEM CF Splitters

http://img382.imageshack.us/img382/9180/andreea1dq8.jpg

GSEN820
10-14-2011, 12:55 PM
I have splitters right now. I really want Hamman.

Maybe the Boss can pull some strings for an order.

danewilson77
10-14-2011, 05:04 PM
I had a dream about that Hamann Lip.

bullfrogs_M3
10-14-2011, 05:49 PM
Still haven't installed it yet :(

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100015/Teaser/web.jpg

danewilson77
10-14-2011, 06:16 PM
Still haven't installed it yet :(

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100015/Teaser/web.jpg

You got it?

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

mimalmo
10-14-2011, 06:30 PM
You forgot the best one.


Arqray

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg283/mimalmo/Cars%20and%20Coffee%20Minneapolis%20May%207%202011/P1130051.jpg?t=1304798259

Alphatek45
10-14-2011, 06:40 PM
Still think splitters look the beast.

DirtyPillows
10-16-2011, 05:29 AM
i love the 3d design look

az3579
10-17-2011, 05:29 PM
You forgot the best one.


Arqray

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg283/mimalmo/Cars%20and%20Coffee%20Minneapolis%20May%207%202011/P1130051.jpg?t=1304798259

"Best" is a touchy subject. :biggrin

mimalmo
10-17-2011, 07:46 PM
That's my post. I call 'em as I see 'em.

Now see, if you had your own post of a lip you liked, you could call that "the best one".

High-five.

danewilson77
10-18-2011, 04:09 AM
That's my post. I call 'em as I see 'em.

Now see, if you had your own post of a lip you liked, you could call that "the best one".

High-five.

:rofl

Au2bahn
10-18-2011, 04:52 AM
I like the OEM CF splitters the best. :-/

bullfrogs_M3
10-18-2011, 06:07 AM
DW, i purchased the Hamann lip myself (outside of our mess with someone who won't be named). I just haven't gotten around to repainting my front bumper yet and I won't be putting the lip on until I repaint first.

danewilson77
10-18-2011, 07:35 AM
Ok.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

Hermes
10-21-2011, 05:30 PM
Can we make this work? (ACS ///M)

http://m3forum.net/m3forum/image.php?u=76143&type=sigpic&dateline=1246802805

http://www.e90post.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=239451&stc=1&d=1234470666

http://www.e90post.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=239448&stc=1&d=1234470666

http://img2.netcarshow.com/AC_Schnitzer-ACS3_3Series_E46_M3_Sport_2003_800x600_wallpaper_0 2.jpg

http://www.autobahn8.com/AC%20Schnitzer/ACS-E46M3-TYPE4-WHEEL.jpeg

http://inlinethumb60.webshots.com/8443/2700163050029388800S600x600Q85.jpg

I'm guessing yes... (I just think it would look so mean)

UdubBadger
10-21-2011, 08:55 PM
that'd be awesome

mimalmo
10-21-2011, 08:59 PM
Nope, won't fit unless there is an ACS replica that fits the non-M M3 rep bumper.

Hermes
10-21-2011, 09:07 PM
Can't we just get some splitters to make up the shape difference?

http://backgardenco.net/images/E46%20M3%20ACS%20style%20front%20lip%20spoiler%20w ith%20aluminum%20srtuts.jpg

I'm pretty sure they'll fit anyways.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/ZHP%20Photos/foggyday.jpg


Im gonna try to find out. Will report back

EDIT: splitters will def be needed but it will look more mean than the Hamann setup or the regular ACS one

AC Schnitzer
http://www.ac-schnitzer.de/uploads/pics/ACS_E46_action_107_02.jpg

Hamann
http://www.hamann-motorsport.de/typo3temp/pics/46ea5d384b.jpg

mimalmo
10-21-2011, 09:43 PM
Nope, it's more than just a shape difference. The widths are different also.

Hermes
10-21-2011, 09:47 PM
Damnit. Gonna have to come up with a new plan then...

New plan: get custom CF splitters made to fit...

RVAzhp
10-26-2011, 04:19 PM
Still haven't installed it yet :(

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100015/Teaser/web.jpg
I'll gladly take this off your hands.


Still think splitters look the beast.
I sort of agree


Damnit. Gonna have to come up with a new plan then...
New plan: get custom CF splitters made to fit...
They sell CF clubsport splitters i have them on my car?

das boots
12-27-2011, 07:08 PM
Out of curiosity concerning splitters...and I am just playing the devil's advocate here and I do not intend to ruffle feathers here. Because each have their own preferences. I even don't know if this is the right venue to air out my editorials (This is just me speaking out as a part time so-called journalist). So, some questions....what are the purpose(s) for the splitters for the ZHP? Cosmetics as in aggressive looks? Performance as what they are intended? Wouldn't some unintended consequence(s) of adding either of the full length splitters be counter-productive on making the ZHP look aggressive? Being more regressive? Adding the full length might make it something else ending up like a M Tech 1? One of the main reason for the ZHP being aggressive looking is its two fang splitter look. Right? Instead of making the splitter full length, would it better to make the fangs more aggressive? Fire away.....

Hermes
12-27-2011, 07:18 PM
Full lips are to increase downforce on the front of the car and fangs 'split' the airflow so it doesn't just crash into the front end. Personally I'm a fan of the lip under the visible M-Tech II bumper (Hamann/Garbino styles)

S85FTW
12-27-2011, 07:18 PM
It is purely a preference thing, I hated the splitter look of the bumper on my car and thought that the smooth lines of an arqray would flow well with the front end as a whole. I am sure on tracks and lowered to appropriate height there will be a noticeable difference. On a day like today where we had 55mph winds and with my coilovers set up I did notice much less air travelling underneath my car than normal, end result, me getting thrashed around much less at highway speeds. Not noticeable under 55mph or on normal everyday driving.

kayger12
12-27-2011, 07:25 PM
Out of curiosity concerning splitters...and I am just playing the devil's advocate here and I do not intend to ruffle feathers here. Because each have their own preferences. I even don't know if this is the right venue to air out my editorials (This is just me speaking out as a part time so-called journalist). So, some questions....what are the purpose(s) for the splitters for the ZHP? Cosmetics as in aggressive looks? Performance as what they are intended? Wouldn't some unintended consequence(s) of adding either of the full length splitters be counter-productive on making the ZHP look aggressive? Being more regressive? Adding the full length might make it something else ending up like a M Tech 1? One of the main reason for the ZHP being aggressive looking is its two fang splitter look. Right? Instead of making the splitter full length, would it better to make the fangs more aggressive? Fire away.....

First off, not a fan of devil's advocates for this site. By definition, a devil's advocate is someone who argues a point for the sake of argument, which is not welcome here. I don't believe that you're intention is to argue for the sake of argument, though-- looks more like interest in a splitter and lip discussion, which I think this bunch is capable of maturely and respectfully having.

My .02:

What one person thinks looks aggressive might look totally different to someone else.

I tried splitters on mine and didn't like the look. It was too aggressive for me. It took the visually symmetry out of the bumper for me. I know others here who like the splitter look, and I like the splitter look on certain member's cars, just not mine.

I also like the lip look. I agree that it mellows out the front bumper a little, but I like the balanced look of the lip better.

The one reason I have stayed with the stock look of the mtech II so far is the same reason I've stayed with the Style 135s-- because they are part of what makes a ZHP a ZHP, imo. My personal choice is to preserve that.

I guess like everything else, it boils down to what you think looks good.

I'm sure my black and silver cf roundels make some purists cringe. And that's ok.

I don't mod my car for anyone else's pleasure and wouldn't expect them to mod theirs for mine.

If people are happy with their car, then I'm happy.

cakM3
12-27-2011, 07:27 PM
Out of curiosity concerning splitters...and I am just playing the devil's advocate here and I do not intend to ruffle feathers here. Because each have their own preferences. I even don't know if this is the right venue to air out my editorials (This is just me speaking out as a part time so-called journalist). So, some questions....what are the purpose(s) for the splitters for the ZHP? Cosmetics as in aggressive looks? Performance as what they are intended? Wouldn't some unintended consequence(s) of adding either of the full length splitters be counter-productive on making the ZHP look aggressive? Being more regressive? Adding the full length might make it something else ending up like a M Tech 1? One of the main reason for the ZHP being aggressive looking is its two fang splitter look. Right? Instead of making the splitter full length, would it better to make the fangs more aggressive? Fire away.....

For me it comes down to styling/function preferences. If you look at the CSL, they came with carbon fiber splitters. I myself don't care for the look and wanted something that was not only cleaner but more functional. My thought on this is that from a functional point, I would have more downforce if I had a full lip spoiler on my front bumper over having a partial lip like splitters. Enter the Strass front lip spoiler. I liked the carbon fiber accents and that I had a full lip going across my front bumper. Looking at my sig, you see the carbon fiber accent along the top center of my CSL bootlid as well. Both items clearly provide function as well as styling.

As we all know, the ZHP comes with the MTec II bumper with the front bumper having integrated splitters. Now I know there are a lot of people who prefer splitters and feel they provide a more aggressive look and that's okay. I myself can live with it but would rather have a more clean, unbroken appearance on my front bumper. Now enter the Arqray lip spoiler. It has been mentioned why paint the carbon fiber part and not leave it exposed? I just feel with what I have going on with my ZHP, "my" Arqray lip spoiler will look better if I had it painted like the white sedan I inserted a few posts ago. The fact that I will have a full lip spoiler to provide a more uniform look and downforce but also have styling, which is what I am ultimately going for with both my rides.

As I have stated, everyone have their preferences. Some like splitters and there are others who prefer a full lip spoiler. I belong in the second group....guilty as charged :)

az3579
12-28-2011, 06:09 AM
Fan of the aggressive look myself. Splitters all the way here... one day.
I always liked the look of the stock bumper because of the look of the splitters. It gave the otherwise "clean" line of 3 series vehicles a more aggressive touch, which IMO the line sorely needed. Short of spending money on an M3, you couldn't get a mean looking 3 series without having to go aftermarket. With the M-Tech II, it all of a sudden has that badass-ness that I think it sorely needed.

The good thing about the M-Tech packages is that there isn't just one; there's a variety. There's something for everyone. Want something cleaner and less aggressive that still looks awesome? M-Tech I. More aggressive? M-Tech II. Anything in between? Aftermarket.

Go Horns!
12-28-2011, 07:50 AM
I've left mine stock for now, but I have lusted after the Arqray look for a while now. And I just saw the price Khoalty was selling the Arqray reps for. Very tempting. But right now I'm pouring all my money into a new stereo.

Sockethead
12-28-2011, 10:48 AM
How about some good pics of splitters and full lip... I got pics of my CF splitters but won't be home to post them for quite some time.

cakM3
12-28-2011, 11:00 AM
Arqray front lip spoiler

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/06cf88a1-b209-4633-ae84-514154ff98c5_zps19eccfb0.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0209_zps401dfa1e.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0202_zpsdb74a79f.jpg

Hochspannung
12-28-2011, 11:20 AM
What is there to really choose from for the MtechII? Everyone seems to either get the splitters or the Arqray

Hermes
12-28-2011, 11:32 AM
What is there to really choose from for the MtechII? Everyone seems to either get the splitters or the Arqray

There's another thread somewhere with all the choices

Sockethead
12-28-2011, 11:34 AM
^^ Wow, that's like a re-design of the front bumper... interesting

johnrando
12-28-2011, 11:54 AM
Anyone have a good pic with C/F splitters on?

Sockethead
12-28-2011, 11:56 AM
Anyone have a good pic with C/F splitters on?
I will when I get home tonight....

Hermes
12-28-2011, 12:24 PM
Here is the other thread:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5161-Different-types-of-Front-Lip-Spoiler-for-M-technic-II

Hochspannung
12-28-2011, 02:13 PM
Thanks Hermes

danewilson77
12-28-2011, 02:14 PM
Meeeeeeeeeeeeeeerged Threeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeds....

kayger12
12-28-2011, 02:16 PM
Meeeeeeeeeeeeeeerged Threeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeds....

Lol, speedy.

I was merging them and hit the merge button and got this message: "vBulletin Tip #42: Not much would be accomplished by merging this item with itself."

You out-merged me. :)

danewilson77
12-28-2011, 02:19 PM
Hehe......Site is being "Bossed" right now.

midlandtech
12-28-2011, 02:47 PM
Anyone installed a hamann on their ride? I have one being delivered to me and was curious as to how tough the install was


~Steve
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

zhp43867
01-02-2012, 05:05 AM
I want to see the BMW CF splitters on a sedan.

Here's a picture of a replica of the BMW CS splitters on my car, back when I was rocking CF roundels as well.

Just a side note: They were painted matte black with plastic adhesion promoter, a couple coats of black, and then some matte Krylon clear coat and allowed to dry for about a week. Did my grills the same way. 35k miles later and not one chip on the splitters (although I took them off a few k ago), and only a few, very small chips on the grills.

[IMG]http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/2904/p1040965q.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/36/p1040965q.jpg/)

das boots
01-02-2012, 05:01 PM
CS makes the sedan look mean.....How was the fitting of the CS splitters? Where did you get them from? Did you have to scour the CF prior to painting with matte black? Thinking of this for my sedan.

zhp43867
01-02-2012, 05:48 PM
I think they were bought from Euro/DTM Spec. The fitment was pretty darn good, nothing to complain about. I used three short stubby screws on each splitter, and 3M exterior mounting tape to pull them in close to the bumper. Then I drilled pilot holes in the bumper and screwed them in. They weren't CF, so I can't comment on that, sorry.

http://www.dtm-spec.net/v3/mtech-plastic-club-sport-style-splitters-p-57.html?cPath=58_37_178

danewilson77
01-02-2012, 05:49 PM
I think they were bought from Euro/DTM Spec. The fitment was pretty darn good, nothing to complain about. I used three short stubby screws on each splitter, and 3M exterior mounting tape to pull them in close to the bumper. Then I drilled pilot holes in the bumper and screwed them in. They weren't CF, so I can't comment on that, sorry.

http://www.dtm-spec.net/v3/mtech-plastic-club-sport-style-splitters-p-57.html?cPath=58_37_178

My install was the same except I also used beta-link on the edge where my screws are.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

nike001
01-02-2012, 06:03 PM
I think they were bought from Euro/DTM Spec. The fitment was pretty darn good, nothing to complain about. I used three short stubby screws on each splitter, and 3M exterior mounting tape to pull them in close to the bumper. Then I drilled pilot holes in the bumper and screwed them in. They weren't CF, so I can't comment on that, sorry.

http://www.dtm-spec.net/v3/mtech-plastic-club-sport-style-splitters-p-57.html?cPath=58_37_178

Since you took them off, are you interested in selling them? LMK

das boots
01-02-2012, 06:31 PM
My install was the same except I also used beta-link on the edge where my screws are.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

Did you also get yours from dtm-spec? What is beta-link? Can expanding inserts be used instead of screws?

zhp43867
01-02-2012, 07:14 PM
I don't know if I even have both of them nike001, but I'll look. If I do, sure. One was ripped off during the median accident last year, but it actually was unscathed. The bumper took the hit.

Dane, beta link? Enlighten me...

nike001
01-02-2012, 08:16 PM
I don't know if I even have both of them nike001, but I'll look. If I do, sure. One was ripped off during the median accident last year, but it actually was unscathed. The bumper took the hit.


Okay man, sounds good. Shoot me a PM if you ever find them! :)

EDIT: I was just looking through your threads, and your car looks so much better than mine! It just shines so much more! I'm jelly

kayger12
01-03-2012, 06:23 AM
I don't know if I even have both of them nike001, but I'll look. If I do, sure. One was ripped off during the median accident last year, but it actually was unscathed. The bumper took the hit.

Dane, beta link? Enlighten me...

Beta link is the adhesive BMW recommends/uses to attach splitters. Part #83190413384

das boots
01-03-2012, 06:56 AM
Beta link is the adhesive BMW recommends/uses to attach splitters. Part #83190413384

Is that 2K feet for $38+ for the adhesive? How many feet are required for the splitter?

kayger12
01-03-2012, 07:56 AM
Not sure. When I bought it from Tischer it was a tube of adhesive-- and it wasn't $80. That's the part number I had saved, but maybe I found a different part # for a smaller quantity. :dunno

I passed it on to DW with the splitters.

danewilson77
01-03-2012, 11:32 AM
Beta link is the adhesive BMW recommends/uses to attach splitters. Part #83190413384

+1. Thanks KG.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

jayjay_dee
01-03-2012, 12:43 PM
Here's a picture of a replica of the BMW CS splitters on my car, back when I was rocking CF roundels as well.

Just a side note: They were painted matte black with plastic adhesion promoter, a couple coats of black, and then some matte Krylon clear coat and allowed to dry for about a week. Did my grills the same way. 35k miles later and not one chip on the splitters (although I took them off a few k ago), and only a few, very small chips on the grills.

[IMG]http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/2904/p1040965q.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/36/p1040965q.jpg/)

The best!!!

zhp43867
01-03-2012, 04:51 PM
Thanks guys, nike001, PMd :)

oriaj_94
02-26-2014, 10:43 PM
anyone know where i can get some OEM CF splitters for the mtech II

danewilson77
02-27-2014, 03:16 AM
Thanks guys, nike001, PMd :)

Nike001 is not a member here any longer.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

Hornung418
02-27-2014, 04:04 AM
anyone know where i can get some OEM CF splitters for the mtech II

Send me a PM. I can put you in contact with a guy...

Sent from my GS3.

kakashi169
02-27-2014, 07:27 AM
Send me a PM. I can put you in contact with a guy...

Sent from my GS3.

That sells the OEM BMW Performance Splitters? Or the OEM mold??

Hornung418
02-27-2014, 07:32 AM
The replica based off of the OEM mold. Same fitment. Neither is perfect. Ask johnrando.

Sent from my GS3.

johnrando
02-27-2014, 10:49 AM
Get those, as they are the best fit/look you'll find. Not cheap, but worth it. They fit exactly the same as the OEM ones, which actually aren't a perfect fit either.. but it's close enough. Justin, I might need to buy a 2nd set before he stops making them, my car is so low my splitters are taking a beating.

das boots
02-27-2014, 11:55 AM
Get those, as they are the best fit/look you'll find. Not cheap, but worth it. They fit exactly the same as the OEM ones, which actually aren't a perfect fit either.. but it's close enough. Justin, I might need to buy a 2nd set before he stops making them, my car is so low my splitters are taking a beating.

I might join in this time for the purchase. Depending on the selling price. Since my OEM splitters and paint are also taking a beating from road debris. No matter if they are high or low. It's as if my splitters are like snow plow but plows for debris.

BTW, are the splitters for sale the wrap around to the fender?

johnrando
02-27-2014, 11:57 AM
This is them.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG_20130607_152609_311_zpsc1af2f08.jpg (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/johnrando/media/IMG_20130607_152609_311_zpsc1af2f08.jpg.html)

das boots
02-27-2014, 12:06 PM
Not wrap-around. But they are CF? or ABS plastic that requires to be painted?

danewilson77
02-27-2014, 12:26 PM
JR's are genuine CF I believe.

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 12:43 PM
I have been looking into getting the OEM CF splitters but right now I have the OEM 330ci front bumper on so will they fit or would I have to buy the M-Tech II bumper to make it fit? I couldn't find any OEMs for the regular 330ci bumper.

Hornung418
02-27-2014, 12:49 PM
Yes. Must have the M-tech II bumper for proper fitment.

Sent from my GS3.

328ioc
02-27-2014, 01:00 PM
If there is the possibility of another group buy I may be interested in a second set as well......just in case you know.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 01:00 PM
Alright, thanks so would the bumper and splitters from umnizta and khoalty work or is there a better website to find them?

johnrando
02-27-2014, 01:05 PM
Mine are OEM c/f, ready to go. I sold my euro ones to Devlin. I've heard decent things about Khoalty's, but the fitment is more off than these (but they cost less). The ones I'm talking about go w/Mtech II.

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 01:16 PM
Well I found an M-Tech II bumper on umnizta that I will probably will buy but where is the best place to get OEM splitters that fit the best?

johnrando
02-27-2014, 01:21 PM
You can't find OEM splitters anymore. The best ones that I've seen on the market are the euro molds that Justin is talking about. You're hard pressed to tell them apart from OEM ones except the don't come with a hold in the bottom (which isn't an issue at all).

328ioc
02-27-2014, 01:28 PM
All the other splitters you see online are a totally different style than mine a Randos as well.

Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 01:44 PM
You can't find OEM splitters anymore. The best ones that I've seen on the market are the euro molds that Justin is talking about. You're hard pressed to tell them apart from OEM ones except the don't come with a hold in the bottom (which isn't an issue at all).

That sucks! I found a set of splitters on khoalty for 110, would these be the euros you're talking about?

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 01:45 PM
http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-m-tech-splitters-m-tech-ii-bumper.html

johnrando
02-27-2014, 04:05 PM
That sucks! I found a set of splitters on khoalty for 110, would these be the euros you're talking about?

No, the "euro splitters" are ones that are molded from the oem ones that a guy in Euro makes on his own. The Khoalty ones are likely coming over from China or such. The euro ones are around $250.

SoDelBMW
02-27-2014, 04:17 PM
http://www.eurodivision.com.au/e46-m-tech-cf-splitters-for-m-tech-front-bumper.html

Would these be the ones or if not then where can I find them? If I can't find them then would the khoalty ones work fine?

das boots
02-27-2014, 04:43 PM
http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-m-tech-splitters-m-tech-ii-bumper.html

These are the ones I got but they are OEM and are ABS plastics and painted. They are called the wrap-around. Since they wrap from the fender to the front. If I come upon another set of these OEM, I'll snatch them.

johnrando
02-27-2014, 07:43 PM
http://www.eurodivision.com.au/e46-m-tech-cf-splitters-for-m-tech-front-bumper.html

Would these be the ones or if not then where can I find them? If I can't find them then would the khoalty ones work fine?

Couldn't see the pics on that one. The "euro" ones I'm speaking of are not on a website. As I said before, it's just a guy working out of his house type of setup.

oriaj_94
02-28-2014, 04:33 PM
If anyone is also intreated in buy you can count me in for a group buy !

oriaj_94
02-28-2014, 04:39 PM
Also rando do you have a pic of your entire front end?

johnrando
02-28-2014, 04:56 PM
Not the best pic but here's one.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/1938f99b-b0f5-49bc-b8c6-3c77190f86b5_zpsf0a487df.jpg (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/johnrando/media/1938f99b-b0f5-49bc-b8c6-3c77190f86b5_zpsf0a487df.jpg.html)

stephenkirsh
02-28-2014, 05:39 PM
Are convertible headlights/blinkers an all-in-one?

johnrando
02-28-2014, 06:02 PM
Yup.

stephenkirsh
02-28-2014, 06:48 PM
Ahhhh ok. That's gotta be...logistically annoying? Looks nice though

ELCID86
02-28-2014, 06:55 PM
I had a pair of CTD's but I thought them a bit too pointy (similar or the same as Rando's). I never installed them and recently sold them. If i did get another set, I'd go Khoalty.

CTD: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=821594

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/01/u7u7a3ev.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/01/u3ude5um.jpg

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

johnrando
02-28-2014, 07:52 PM
Rando's are OEM, so if they are like his, the fit s/b fine. :)

das boots
02-28-2014, 08:10 PM
I had a pair of CTD's but I thought them a bit too pointy (similar or the same as Rando's). I never installed them and recently sold them. If i did get another set, I'd go Khoalty.

CTD: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=821594

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/01/u7u7a3ev.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/01/u3ude5um.jpg

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Maybe you should have kept CTD's splitters. His is the closest fitment yet to the OEM. In fact to my understanding, he made his thicker than the OEMs.

johnrando
02-28-2014, 08:17 PM
The CTD ones are the Euro ones I've been talking about. I'm going to jump in on that group buy on e46f.c.

Hornung418
02-28-2014, 09:49 PM
Yeah he uses five layers of CF compared to OEM BMW two layered splitters.

Sent from my GS3.

kakashi169
02-28-2014, 10:40 PM
The CTD ones are the Euro ones I've been talking about. I'm going to jump in on that group buy on e46f.c.

I thought u already own a pair of OEM ones. Why are you buying another set?

OP the euro ones are awesome!

Heres mine.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7350/9206588528_80f28340fc_z.jpg

johnrando
03-01-2014, 09:03 AM
I do have an OEM pair, but I want a backup just in case. Good c/f splitters won't be around forever. Worst case, I sell them in a few years. Besides, what else is tax refund money for? :biggrin

ELCID86
03-01-2014, 09:46 AM
Maybe you should have kept CTD's splitters. His is the closest fitment yet to the OEM. In fact to my understanding, he made his thicker than the OEMs.

Again, too pointy for me. Paid $220, sold for $230.

SoDelBMW
03-01-2014, 12:22 PM
Yes that's 3 people let's have a group buy!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

das boots
03-01-2014, 03:43 PM
I'm in as long as it stays $200 max or lower depending on GB.

SoDelBMW
03-01-2014, 04:21 PM
Alright we need to get a list started, who's all in on the splitters

1. SoDelBMW(Mason)

cakM3
03-01-2014, 04:24 PM
Alright we need to get a list started, who's all in on the splitters

1. SoDelBMW(Mason)

I'm out.....I'm of the Arqray type....:)

johnrando
03-01-2014, 04:31 PM
Alright we need to get a list started, who's all in on the splitters

1. SoDelBMW(Mason)
2. johnrando

Already put my name down on e46f.c

Hermes
03-02-2014, 02:52 PM
I'm a Garbino fan myself...

ChrisCSL#25
03-02-2014, 04:09 PM
I would but I'm expecting delivery of mine from Bimmian tomorrow... Timing is everything!