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01-15-2019
looks promising
01-15-2019
I'm not sure if this will fit the MSport front bumper. The mesh portion between the outer air duct and the radar sensor unit is about 9.5" wide. License plates are about 12" wide. The depth from the mesh grille to be flush with the outer bumper is about 1.5" deep. I think the only way to know if this would work would be to purchase one and try it. If anyone here is heading in that direction, there are probably many of us interested in hearing the outcome!
01-15-2019
Barmats wrote
I'm not sure if this will fit the MSport front bumper. The mesh portion between the outer air duct and the radar sensor unit is about 9.5" wide. License plates are about 12" wide. The depth from the mesh grille to be flush with the outer bumper is about 1.5" deep. I think the only way to know if this would work would be to purchase one and try it. If anyone here is heading in that direction, there are probably many of us interested in hearing the outcome!
+1
01-15-2019
Waiting for US Mill Works to create one for the G05. Their quick release mechanism is the best.
01-15-2019
RJC wrote
Waiting for US Mill Works to create one for the G05. Their quick release mechanism is the best.
these guys dont reply to my emails, so not even sure if they are waiting on anything.

also here is an email i got from CravenSpeed Team:
We found that BMW changed the threads and tow lengths for the 2019 X5, so unfortunately, we are needing to design and manufacture a stud that will fit. We have just begun the process and are anticipating having kits available at the beginning of March, as the process to manufacture the parts is always a bit lengthy when we find we need a new one.
01-15-2019
I looked for the no drill option for front license plate. Eventually gave up and went with the standard dealer provided drilled ones. The reasoning was, you are never going to remove the front license plate ever so why bother about the drill to the front bumper?
01-16-2019
you mean something like this? It's the stow n show mount from a place in Cali. works great even though I never have my plate mounted :)

These were taken before I permenatly mounted the bracket under my front bumper

I'm positive they will make one for the G05 X5
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01-16-2019
If you follow this link:

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

it shows pics of the mount and an installation video. This part is specifically for horizontal slats. Honeycomb grill will take a different part.... currently shown as "sold out" on this suppliers website.

BTW I placed the order but it will take me some extended time to get it installed and re-post photos
01-16-2019
TimT465201 wrote
If you follow this link:

https://www.slybrackets.com/store/#!...372/category=0

it shows pics of the mount and an installation video. This part is specifically for horizontal slats. Honeycomb grill will take a different part.... currently shown as "sold out" on this suppliers website.

BTW I placed the order but it will take me some extended time to get it installed and re-post photos
So does the G05 Msport need the mesh grill model?
01-16-2019
Sorry.... no idea for Msport. You would have to contact the company.
01-19-2019
Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
01-19-2019
Barmats wrote
Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
I'd like to know this too. If it doesn't affect anything this will be the way to go.
01-19-2019
Barmats wrote
Looks pretty good, thanks for posting the link on Amazon. Can you verify that all of the front bumper sensors work properly while driving?
Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
01-19-2019
BMW168 wrote
Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
01-19-2019
RJC wrote
BMW168 wrote
Went to get gas last night after installation. No proximity alarm.

Just tested it again this morning, the front proximity alarm warning comes on when the front end is approaching the garage door.

So, YES !
Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
I just place an order. Probably try it on when I pick my car next weekend hopefully.
01-20-2019
Wow.... that looks really nice. Changes my opinion on tow hook mount. Thanks for posting such detailed pictures!
01-20-2019
RJC wrote
Does it work the same with M Sport? Looks good!
Distance from the edge of the front sensor to the center line of the tow hook is about 4" on mine. Edge of my license plate to the edge of the sensor is about 5/8".

It should work if your M Sport bumper sensor and tow hook arrangement is the same or further apart.
You can also slide the bracket more to the left.