CF Front Diffuser fit issues

Fast.F10 · 04-11-2020, 10:48 AM

So this just arrived and upon a dry fit...seems a bit too much off. Is this expected and needing dremel work?

Link to auction: https://www.ebay.com/itm/R-STYLE-CAR...72.m2749.l2649

Fast.F10 · 04-11-2020, 11:09 AM

...lies.

Send message/images to seller before I either return or start cutting into it.

Dwaynos · 04-11-2020, 11:09 AM

Just looks like a poorly fitting part to me, not sure if any dremel work will help, looks incorrectly shaped, unless an edge is pushing it out of shape.

Fast.F10 · 04-11-2020, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Dwaynos

Just looks like a poorly fitting part to me, not sure if any dremel work will help, looks incorrectly shaped, unless an edge is pushing it out of shape.

Thats what I thought too. No force is being applied in the pic. If I force 1 side...skews the other side. If fitting in the middle, ends should line up.

Fast.F10 · 04-11-2020, 11:45 AM

Seller away until Monday. Will play with it a bit more...but I dont think it will fit proper unless I do alot of trimming. And even then, not 100% sure it will fit proper. Might just order the RW Carbon one direct and return this one.

Barry_S · 04-11-2020, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Fast.F10

Seller away until Monday. Will play with it a bit more...but I dont think it will fit proper unless I do alot of trimming. And even then, not 100% sure it will fit proper. Might just order the RW Carbon one direct and return this one.

That's part of the risk with these EBay parts. You just don't know what they are or where they came from.

Sorry you're going through this. It isn't fun.

Fast.F10 · 04-11-2020, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Barry_S

That's part of the risk with these EBay parts. You just don't know what they are or where they came from.

Sorry you're going through this. It isn't fun.

Yeah, but if noted no cutting or "professional install required"..."should" be a proper fit....get your damn mold right.

Here is installed. The only way I see to fit the corners more proper is to do some trimming. Going to wait to hear a reply back before I break out the dremel. Not "too bad", but enough to not look proper.

Gel2al2d · 04-13-2020, 01:06 AM

not too bad BUT i had the same problem with that lip from Ebay also. Returned it the next day and went straight to JL. Fits spot on, only thing i had to do was drill my own holes on the lip.

weeman6556 · 04-13-2020, 05:40 AM

I’ve just purchased a similar one, to replace one I cracked on the motorway.
The design has changed, they have moved to a slimmer carbon fibre design and I think their tool isn’t perfect. Going to similarly return my part.
I love my old splitter but not willing to spend £500 on a RKP one. Who is JL?

Beast27 · 04-13-2020, 05:46 AM

I purchased from RW carbon - no issues whatsoever and I believe they are currently on sale. Good Luck

Fast.F10 · 04-13-2020, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by weeman6556

I’ve just purchased a similar one, to replace one I cracked on the motorway.
The design has changed, they have moved to a slimmer carbon fibre design and I think their tool isn’t perfect. Going to similarly return my part.
I love my old splitter but not willing to spend £500 on a RKP one. Who is JL?

https://jl-motoring.com/collections/...front-splitter

Ickdeep · 04-13-2020, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Fast.F10

Yeah, but if noted no cutting or "professional install required"..."should" be a proper fit....get your damn mold right.

Here is installed. The only way I see to fit the corners more proper is to do some trimming. Going to wait to hear a reply back before I break out the dremel. Not "too bad", but enough to not look proper.

Do NOT Dremel that. That's really bad fitment and you should return that ASAP. If you were to modify it, you'll lose the clear coat for sure and the finish won't look clean.

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Originally Posted by Beast27

I purchased from RW carbon - no issues whatsoever and I believe they are currently on sale. Good Luck

I also have the RW carbon one and its perfect. Fits like a glove, no fitment issues at all

Fast.F10 · 04-13-2020, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ickdeep

Do NOT Dremel that. That's really bad fitment and you should return that ASAP. If you were to modify it, you'll lose the clear coat for sure and the finish won't look clean.

I also have the RW carbon one and its perfect. Fits like a glove, no fitment issues at all

Awaiting sellers reply. But will be going a different route for sure.

Gel2al2d · 04-15-2020, 01:43 AM

I believe JLmotoring and RW carbon have the same supplier. I went with JLmotoring just becuase they were a little cheaper and open at the time.

tim99ws6 · 04-15-2020, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Gel2al2d

I believe JLmotoring and RW carbon have the same supplier. I went with JLmotoring just becuase they were a little cheaper and open at the time.

Wish i would have known! I just bought RW and am happy with fitment as well

AlisterB · 04-15-2020, 08:26 AM

I agree that the shape (moulding) looks a bit off.

Are fixing screws used to mount the lip? If so, are you supposed to put them in these areas to provide a more 'snug' fitment?

tim99ws6 · 04-15-2020, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by AlisterB

I agree that the shape (moulding) looks a bit off.

Are fixing screws used to mount the lip? If so, are you supposed to put them in these areas to provide a more 'snug' fitment?

i dont think you are going to bend that CF to fit via screw-mounting.

Think about it: You are mounting CF to a plastic bumper. It'll be your bumper that will bend more than your lip will. Not worth forcing a shitty mould to 'fit'. They just need to send you another one, or go with a different company for the lip.

Fast.F10 · 04-15-2020, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by AlisterB

I agree that the shape (moulding) looks a bit off.

Are fixing screws used to mount the lip? If so, are you supposed to put them in these areas to provide a more 'snug' fitment?

It is being sent back for a refund and I'll be going with JL or RW. Only about an additional $100 or so more.

AlisterB · 04-15-2020, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by tim99ws6

i dont think you are going to bend that CF to fit via screw-mounting.

Think about it: You are mounting CF to a plastic bumper. It'll be your bumper that will bend more than your lip will. Not worth forcing a shitty mould to 'fit'.

True - I was thinking there might bit a little bit of flex in it however that might enable it to sit a little more neatly if there is any potential to fasten it at the edges.

Gel2al2d · 04-16-2020, 12:50 AM

Either way you got a part that fits correctly. haha Looking good brotha

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Originally Posted by tim99ws6

Wish i would have known! I just bought RW and am happy with fitment as well

BeachM5nster · 04-16-2020, 05:04 PM

lol .. I haven't been on here in months and all thats on the board is guys having problems with ebay parts! from china!!

what do you guys expect ? do you think you're going to just get GOODcheap parts for $120,000 BMW get real

you shouldn't have an m5 if you are gonna buy cheap parts. get a camaro.

you make us all look bad.
grow up and spend the cash like a ///Man

just saying

M5Rick · 04-17-2020, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by tim99ws6

Wish i would have known! I just bought RW and am happy with fitment as well

Nice fit and that carbon looks a killer especially on Singapore grey colour. You wrapped your side vent surrounds yet..

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AlisterB First Lieutenant 171 Rep 349 Posts Drives: F10 M5 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	I agree that the shape (moulding) looks a bit off. Are fixing screws used to mount the lip? If so, are you supposed to put them in these areas to provide a more 'snug' fitment?
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