DIY: BMW Performance CF Front Spoiler for LCI E92 M-Sport

CJ421 · 09-16-2011, 08:23 PM

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Time: 1-2 hours
Yes, you have to drill holes into the underside of the bumper (12x).
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*More pics attached at bottom
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Tools required:

Power drill
1/8 drill bit
Hex wrench (don’t know the size, for BMW screws part no. 07 11 9 902 267)
Painter’s tape
Q-tip
Some way to get the front of the car up so you can see under it and drill holes (ramps, 2x4, lift...). You MUST be able to get under the bumper.

1: PREP
Clean the bumper. This will make being under it a more pleasant experience and more importantly ensure that no dirt, grass, etc is sandwiched between the spoiler and the bumper.
-->Also cleaning will reduce the risk of scratching the paint when you tape.
-->Ask in the detailing forum if you need help. I used a waterless wash (Optimum No Rinse).

2: FIT + TAPE
Test fit the spoiler underneath. It will fit perfect on both sides. Once you have it in place, TAPE it there with the painter's tape as shown (PICS @ BOTTOM), this will hold it so you can drill unassisted.
-->Don't use duct tape, scotch tape, etc. Painter's tape will not hurt your paint and is very easy to remove with no residue.
-->Make sure when taped the spoiler does not move easily.

3: DRILL/SCREWS
The bumper is of course plastic and easy to drill through. Do one of the leftmost screws and put a screw in and then one of the rightmost, then do a center.
-->Now the spoiler is anchored down and hole locations of the other spots will not change.

While drilling, you'll want to make sure the plastic bits drilled out are not in between the spoiler and the bumper. Use the Q-tip to push them out of the way.
-->I suggest drilling three or more holes sequentially (after drilling/screwing one on each side and a center) without screwing them in; this way you can actually get the Q-tip in there, otherwise you won't be able to.
-->Drill CAREFULLY and SLOWLY, if you hit the CF you can break/splinter/crack it.
-->Recommendation: set the drill on REVERSE and try drilling first, this will tell whether the bit is contacting the edge of the spoiler. It's not pleasant to hit the CF ...

Screws installed:
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Untape + done!

EnjoixE92 · 09-17-2011, 10:35 AM

I was gonna do this lip also. Looks great! and OH NO! I see you got's a boo boo :'(

CJ421 · 09-17-2011, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EnjoixE92

I was gonna do this lip also. Looks great! and OH NO! I see you got's a boo boo :'(

Me or the car!?

My car was just dirty, that white smudge on my left wheel well is just some dust, same with all those little spots on the bumper (I drove through a road in a construction site, no choice). I cleaned the car right after I did this DIY and all that crap disappeared.

EnjoixE92 · 09-17-2011, 03:46 PM

OH, It looked like a scrap or scratch like going down a curb or something haha. Just chekcing:P

aandrew335 · 10-06-2011, 08:20 PM

are these screws holding it in, or just nuts and bolts?

EDIT- nevermind. looked up part #

CJ421 · 10-06-2011, 08:24 PM

Screws hold it in securely.

IancoleTX · 12-18-2011, 08:11 PM

Dude, excellent write up. Lip looks awesome and I remain jealous of your steering wheel.

ct702 · 12-19-2011, 01:24 AM

hey im just wondering where did u get this lip??

CJ421 · 12-19-2011, 09:15 AM

Thanks Ian!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ct702

hey im just wondering where did u get this lip??

I got it from www.getbmwparts.com. PM me if you can't find it.

D8888J · 12-20-2011, 11:11 AM

hey bro just wondering if this cf lip spoiler will fit on 2009 e93 with M aero package and is it the OEM BMW Performance E92/93 LCI Carbon Fiber Front Spoiler for M Aero Pckg for $575.00 ??

CJ421 · 12-20-2011, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D8888J

hey bro just wondering if this cf lip spoiler will fit on 2009 e93 with M aero package and is it the OEM BMW Performance E92/93 LCI Carbon Fiber Front Spoiler for M Aero Pckg for $575.00 ??

That sounds like the right part. Unfortunately this piece is for the LCI E92 with the M-sport package only, it will not fit pre-LCI.

ct702 · 12-20-2011, 08:13 PM

but does it fit on 2011 335is tho?? I cant find it man n how much is it??

CJ421 · 12-20-2011, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ct702

but does it fit on 2011 335is tho?? I cant find it man n how much is it??

Yes it fits the 335is.

MnMnM · 03-02-2013, 01:42 PM

Tried your link but it only takes me the getbwmparts.com
Any other links?

CJ421 · 03-02-2013, 07:57 PM

GetBMWParts just redid their website. Here's a link:
http://www.getbmwparts.com/partlocat...catalogid=4462

09-16-2011, 08:23 PM	#1
CJ421 Brigadier General 2061 Rep 4,266 Posts Drives: BMW G80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA, USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2024 BMW M3 Sedan [9.67]	DIY: BMW Performance CF Front Spoiler for LCI E92 M-Sport Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Time: 1-2 hours Yes, you have to drill holes into the underside of the bumper (12x). ------ ------ More pics attached at bottom ------ Tools required:* Power drill 1/8 drill bit Hex wrench (don’t know the size, for BMW screws part no. 07 11 9 902 267) Painter’s tape Q-tip Some way to get the front of the car up so you can see under it and drill holes (ramps, 2x4, lift...). You MUST be able to get under the bumper. 1: PREP Clean the bumper. This will make being under it a more pleasant experience and more importantly ensure that no dirt, grass, etc is sandwiched between the spoiler and the bumper. -->Also cleaning will reduce the risk of scratching the paint when you tape. -->Ask in the detailing forum if you need help. I used a waterless wash (Optimum No Rinse). 2: FIT + TAPE Test fit the spoiler underneath. It will fit perfect on both sides. Once you have it in place, TAPE it there with the painter's tape as shown (PICS @ BOTTOM), this will hold it so you can drill unassisted. -->Don't use duct tape, scotch tape, etc. Painter's tape will not hurt your paint and is very easy to remove with no residue. -->Make sure when taped the spoiler does not move easily. 3: DRILL/SCREWS The bumper is of course plastic and easy to drill through. Do one of the leftmost screws and put a screw in and then one of the rightmost, then do a center. -->Now the spoiler is anchored down and hole locations of the other spots will not change. While drilling, you'll want to make sure the plastic bits drilled out are not in between the spoiler and the bumper. Use the Q-tip to push them out of the way. -->I suggest drilling three or more holes sequentially (after drilling/screwing one on each side and a center) without screwing them in; this way you can actually get the Q-tip in there, otherwise you won't be able to. -->Drill CAREFULLY and SLOWLY, if you hit the CF you can break/splinter/crack it. -->Recommendation: set the drill on REVERSE and try drilling first, this will tell whether the bit is contacting the edge of the spoiler. It's not pleasant to hit the CF ... Screws installed: ----- ----- Untape + done! Attached Images __________________ 2024 BMW M3 Sedan Frozen Pure Grey II/Fjord Blue, 6MT Past: 2021 Z4 M40i Frozen Grey II/Black Alcantara \| 2017 F30 340i Mineral Gray/Coral Red, 6MT \| 2011 E92 335i Le Mans Blue/Black, 6MT Last edited by CJ421; 09-16-2011 at 08:41 PM.. Reason: formatting
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EnjoixE92 I'll have the tuna, no crust. 55 Rep 1,681 Posts Drives: 1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: 2 iTrader: (3)	I was gonna do this lip also. Looks great! and OH NO! I see you got's a boo boo :'(
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EnjoixE92 I'll have the tuna, no crust. 55 Rep 1,681 Posts Drives: 1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: 2 iTrader: (3)	OH, It looked like a scrap or scratch like going down a curb or something haha. Just chekcing:P
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aandrew335 Lieutenant 26 Rep 473 Posts Drives: e92 335i Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: 818 iTrader: (2)	are these screws holding it in, or just nuts and bolts? EDIT- nevermind. looked up part # __________________ Last edited by aandrew335; 10-06-2011 at 09:15 PM..
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CJ421 Brigadier General 2061 Rep 4,266 Posts Drives: BMW G80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA, USA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2024 BMW M3 Sedan [9.67]	Screws hold it in securely. __________________ 2024 BMW M3 Sedan Frozen Pure Grey II/Fjord Blue, 6MT Past: 2021 Z4 M40i Frozen Grey II/Black Alcantara \| 2017 F30 340i Mineral Gray/Coral Red, 6MT \| 2011 E92 335i Le Mans Blue/Black, 6MT
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IancoleTX Dillo boxers 278 Rep 3,359 Posts Drives: 2019 M5C Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA iTrader: (14)	Dude, excellent write up. Lip looks awesome and I remain jealous of your steering wheel.
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D8888J New Member 3 Rep 24 Posts Drives: 335i 2009 M sport Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: SYDNEY iTrader: (0)	hey bro just wondering if this cf lip spoiler will fit on 2009 e93 with M aero package and is it the OEM BMW Performance E92/93 LCI Carbon Fiber Front Spoiler for M Aero Pckg for $575.00 ??
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MnMnM Private 14 Rep 62 Posts Drives: 2018 X5 M, 2013 M3 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	Tried your link but it only takes me the getbwmparts.com Any other links?
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