[ramccu]

Im looking to change my front or rear bumper from the stock OEM to m-tech, im curious as to whether the front or rear bumper is easier to install (extra items needed, fitment ease etc) from research i have done i believe the rear bumper seems easier to install with less added extras. But just need confirmation. The photos should show what im thinking of doing.

[lnxguy]

Straight swap.

[vester86]

Originally Posted by lnxguy

Straight swap.

Not for the front! You’ll need extra parts to make it fit.

[lnxguy]

Originally Posted by vester86

Not for the front! You’ll need extra parts to make it fit.

What extra parts? Maybe the belly pan? But other then that, it connects the exact same way the stock bumper does.

[vester86]

Inner fender/wheel wells
brake duct
fog light housing + wiring is different.
Under engine plate is different too.

[M-technik-3]

Originally Posted by vester86

Inner fender/wheel wells
brake duct
fog light housing + wiring is different.
Under engine plate is different too.

Very true but using lci front vs pre is easier and still available. But if it's non oem you could probably get away with out converting.

[lnxguy]

Originally Posted by vester86

Inner fender/wheel wells
brake duct
fog light housing + wiring is different.
Under engine plate is different too.

Again, straight swap. I bought a bunch of extra parts because everyone says you need this and that, didn't use a single thing when I put my OEM MSport bumper on. A bit of trimming here and there and you're done.

Even the standard 335d underpan tray worked.