Bavarian's Dom CF Splitters 220shipped + Group BUY!!

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 10:21 AM

Hello guys, a lot of questions about the holes, We do the splitters based of the OEM splitters, and JUST LIKe THE ORIGINAL BMW SPLIITTERS they DO NOT come predrilled. The bumper is predrilled but not the splitters. This is a very common misconception, the OEM splitters are NOT predrilled. I'll see what I can do and maybe push to predrill them. The problem is that not everyone wants predrilled, and drilling them is very easy. I'll keep you all updated on this.

Josh49 · 03-15-2007, 10:53 AM

I'd be worried about chipping the paint if I drilled.. It'd be nice if they were drilled before being painted..

If you have to drill a hole, do you use a blowdryer or something to get the paint soft? I've never drilled into paint before.. Just curious..

just4kickz · 03-15-2007, 12:49 PM

these are oem bav!

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by just4kickz

these are oem bav!

Thanks! Then you can probably buy them both pre-drilled or not. We make our parts based off the OEM ones, the ones that we have do not have the holes pre-drilled, hence, we didn't make them pre-drilled. I will go to the dealer and buy a set of drilled ones to see if they are available

Again, it's all about you guys, if everyone wants them pre-drilled.....We'll do our absolute best

Thanks just4kickz

Joe Bimmer · 03-15-2007, 01:22 PM

If you can't get them pre-drilled, at LEAST provide us with a template so we know where to drill the holes ourselves. It will be a real bitch to try to "guess" where the holes should be.

I would prefer pre-drilled splitters, but will settle for an accurate template.

new2u · 03-15-2007, 04:17 PM

wait..so are drilled holes on top or bottom of the splitter???
(*I prefer no pre-drilled holes..tho..)

Joe Bimmer · 03-15-2007, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by new2u

wait..so are drilled holes on top or bottom of the splitter???
(*I prefer no pre-drilled holes..tho..)

There are several bolts under the bumper that can be used to secure the splitter if the holes are drilled. Without the holes drilled, you'd have to remove and discard the bolts, or drill your own holes.

I dunno; I might back outta this if the holes aren't drilled...

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe Bimmer

There are several bolts under the bumper that can be used to secure the splitter if the holes are drilled. Without the holes drilled, you'd have to remove and discard the bolts, or drill your own holes.

I dunno; I might back outta this if the holes aren't drilled...

The bolts on the bumper are specifically for this, i went to the dealer and they told me that they come without the drilled holes, I could order them drilled but I would have to wait. The holes are very simple to make, VERY simple. This is something you can all do yourselves, we'll provide a format where the holes should go but they will not be pre-drilled. Too many people want them without the holes.

KL2DC · 03-15-2007, 05:13 PM

I'm quite wary about drilling freshly painted pieces. I'm honest with myself, an avid DIY'er I am not

I need these to be drilled...

just4kickz · 03-15-2007, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by KL2DC

I'm quite wary about drilling freshly painted pieces. I'm honest with myself, an avid DIY'er I am not

I need these to be drilled...

+1.

18LLC · 03-15-2007, 05:55 PM

the gb is closing tomorrow, are you shipping those cf splitter out first since they don't need to paint? or you will wait everything together? are you shipping everything out next week?

Spazdoc · 03-15-2007, 07:23 PM

I would prefer pre-drilled. I do not have easy access to t adrill (live in the city, no need) and it would be a PITA to have to do it separately.

Josh49 · 03-15-2007, 08:15 PM

I would prefer holes as well. I am a DIY'er, but I'm worried about chipping the paint.

Mark Chen · 03-15-2007, 09:41 PM

please put me in the GB
PUR splitters painted A22 Sparkling Graphite

BigDog · 03-15-2007, 10:08 PM

Bav,

put me down also for a set of painted splitters... Titanium Silver... this is along with my Arctic ACS stuff

HyperM3 · 03-15-2007, 10:16 PM

In the picture, they appear to be the carbon fiber splitters that are pre-drilled. Is that the case for the ones you are making as well? It seems that everyone is talking about the painted ones you are making only.

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 10:53 PM

Ok, we have confirmed with the BMW dealer and they confirmed that the OEM do not come pre-drilled from the factory. We were told that the reason was because not all pieces are exactly the same so they would rather avoid the risk of incorrect fitment.

You all know our fitment is guaranteed. The dealer told us that every vehicle is different so if they don't take the risk, we can't either. They even recommended us having installation done by the dealer, they said they could drill the holes at no additional charge if we wanted, but that they do not come pre-drilled.

If you do not feel comfortable installing these yourselves, I recommend having a body shop or professional install these for you. It shouldn't cost that much. Again, its just drilling a hole. This will guarantee a perfect fitment for YOUR car.

Installation instruction will be included, don't worry guys, it'll be great

cHaNkSta · 03-15-2007, 11:04 PM

what would happen if they are not drilled and you watn to install them?

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 11:12 PM

They come with 3M adhesive, it is enough to hold them. If you only want the drill then you can remove the adhesive, it's very simple and will remove completely.

BavDom · 03-15-2007, 11:13 PM

Payment method posted in intial post

cHaNkSta · 03-15-2007, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bavariansdom

They come with 3M adhesive, it is enough to hold them. If you only want the drill then you can remove the adhesive, it's very simple and will remove completely.

but it's safe without drilling right?

KL2DC · 03-16-2007, 09:52 AM

bavariansdom, my understanding is that its essential to secure it from below with the existing bolts/screws (those who've done the PMB/Lux/Brex DIY know what I'm talking about). The 3M is to ensure a nice tidy fit above around the lower bumper and by the fog lights. I don't think its an Either/Or thing.

Also if you 3M it on to the front bumper would you still have access to the screws/bolts/fasteners should you need to dismantle the front fender liner, lower trim and front bumper?

03-15-2007, 10:21 AM	#133
BavDom 75 Rep 1,262 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (6)	Hello guys, a lot of questions about the holes, We do the splitters based of the OEM splitters, and JUST LIKe THE ORIGINAL BMW SPLIITTERS they DO NOT come predrilled. The bumper is predrilled but not the splitters. This is a very common misconception, the OEM splitters are NOT predrilled. I'll see what I can do and maybe push to predrill them. The problem is that not everyone wants predrilled, and drilling them is very easy. I'll keep you all updated on this.
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03-15-2007, 10:53 AM	#134
Josh49 Major General 266 Rep 6,664 Posts Drives: E90 325xi Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (33)	I'd be worried about chipping the paint if I drilled.. It'd be nice if they were drilled before being painted.. If you have to drill a hole, do you use a blowdryer or something to get the paint soft? I've never drilled into paint before.. Just curious.. __________________ E90 325XI, MYSTIC BLUE ON BLACK/ALUM, STEP, NAV, PDC, CWP, XENON, SIRIUS, ALARM, MUD GUARDS, CLEARBRA, CHROME GRILLS AND TIPS, VALENTINE 1 (HARDWIRED), HO CERAMIC 40%, 161'S, REAR FOG MOD, LUX 4.0, BLACKLINES, OEM PEDALS, MTEC FOGS, GRUPPE-M REP INTAKE. 156'S AND RUBBER MATS FOR THE WINTER.
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03-15-2007, 12:49 PM	#135
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03-15-2007, 01:22 PM	#137
Joe Bimmer Lieutenant 14 Rep 548 Posts Drives: Alpine White 2015 X5 x35i Join Date: May 2006 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	If you can't get them pre-drilled, at LEAST provide us with a template so we know where to drill the holes ourselves. It will be a real bitch to try to "guess" where the holes should be. I would prefer pre-drilled splitters, but will settle for an accurate template.
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03-15-2007, 04:17 PM	#138
new2u First Lieutenant 23 Rep 371 Posts Drives: 2006 X3 3.0i Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC iTrader: (2)	wait..so are drilled holes on top or bottom of the splitter??? (*I prefer no pre-drilled holes..tho..)
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03-15-2007, 05:13 PM	#141
KL2DC Moderator 333 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	I'm quite wary about drilling freshly painted pieces. I'm honest with myself, an avid DIY'er I am not I need these to be drilled... __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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03-15-2007, 05:55 PM	#143
18LLC Major General 162 Rep 5,104 Posts Drives: e89 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: California iTrader: (0)	the gb is closing tomorrow, are you shipping those cf splitter out first since they don't need to paint? or you will wait everything together? are you shipping everything out next week? __________________
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03-15-2007, 07:23 PM	#144
Spazdoc Major 44 Rep 1,219 Posts Drives: 2020 C63S, 2001 S4 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Earth iTrader: (9) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	I would prefer pre-drilled. I do not have easy access to t adrill (live in the city, no need) and it would be a PITA to have to do it separately.
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03-15-2007, 08:15 PM	#145
Josh49 Major General 266 Rep 6,664 Posts Drives: E90 325xi Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (33)	I would prefer holes as well. I am a DIY'er, but I'm worried about chipping the paint. __________________ E90 325XI, MYSTIC BLUE ON BLACK/ALUM, STEP, NAV, PDC, CWP, XENON, SIRIUS, ALARM, MUD GUARDS, CLEARBRA, CHROME GRILLS AND TIPS, VALENTINE 1 (HARDWIRED), HO CERAMIC 40%, 161'S, REAR FOG MOD, LUX 4.0, BLACKLINES, OEM PEDALS, MTEC FOGS, GRUPPE-M REP INTAKE. 156'S AND RUBBER MATS FOR THE WINTER.
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03-15-2007, 09:41 PM	#146
Mark Chen Colonel 122 Rep 2,889 Posts Drives: 11' E93 M3 LMB Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Taipei iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 BMW E93 M3 [0.00]	please put me in the GB PUR splitters painted A22 Sparkling Graphite __________________ 11' LMB E93///M3 KW V3 / 19" BBS LM DB-SLD 20th limited edition / AP Racing Pro 5000+ BBK / Akrapovic Evolution Line Exhaust / Arkym Rear Diffuser /Dinan Stage 2 Engine Transmission software
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03-15-2007, 10:08 PM	#147
BigDog Major 335 Rep 1,079 Posts Drives: YMB F80 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: NYC iTrader: (1)	Bav, put me down also for a set of painted splitters... Titanium Silver... this is along with my Arctic ACS stuff
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03-15-2007, 10:16 PM	#148
HyperM3 Too many Alex's, from now on, call me Beaufort 376 Rep 6,188 Posts Drives: See Sig Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lawrenceville, NJ iTrader: (8)	In the picture, they appear to be the carbon fiber splitters that are pre-drilled. Is that the case for the ones you are making as well? It seems that everyone is talking about the painted ones you are making only. __________________ 13 HD FatBob 17 A4 Glacier/Black 1st Edition/Pre+/Sport/EurocodeTMD/Racechip 16 S6 (gone),14 S6 (gone),14 S6 (gone),13 S6 (gone),10 S4 (gone) 07 335i(gone)
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03-15-2007, 10:53 PM	#149
BavDom 75 Rep 1,262 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (6)	Ok, we have confirmed with the BMW dealer and they confirmed that the OEM do not come pre-drilled from the factory. We were told that the reason was because not all pieces are exactly the same so they would rather avoid the risk of incorrect fitment. You all know our fitment is guaranteed. The dealer told us that every vehicle is different so if they don't take the risk, we can't either. They even recommended us having installation done by the dealer, they said they could drill the holes at no additional charge if we wanted, but that they do not come pre-drilled. If you do not feel comfortable installing these yourselves, I recommend having a body shop or professional install these for you. It shouldn't cost that much. Again, its just drilling a hole. This will guarantee a perfect fitment for YOUR car. Installation instruction will be included, don't worry guys, it'll be great
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03-15-2007, 11:04 PM	#150
cHaNkSta First Lieutenant 38 Rep 366 Posts Drives: 2007 Honda S2000 Join Date: May 2006 Location: SF, NORCAL iTrader: (0)	what would happen if they are not drilled and you watn to install them?
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03-15-2007, 11:12 PM	#151
BavDom 75 Rep 1,262 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (6)	They come with 3M adhesive, it is enough to hold them. If you only want the drill then you can remove the adhesive, it's very simple and will remove completely.
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03-15-2007, 11:13 PM	#152
BavDom 75 Rep 1,262 Posts Drives: 2006 330i Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (6)	Payment method posted in intial post
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03-16-2007, 09:52 AM	#154
KL2DC Moderator 333 Rep 17,767 Posts Drives: F36 428i,E90 328i, E85 Z4 3.0i Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (23) Garage List 2015 F36 428i [0.00] 2011 E90 328i [0.00] 2006 E85 Z4 3.0i [0.00]	bavariansdom, my understanding is that its essential to secure it from below with the existing bolts/screws (those who've done the PMB/Lux/Brex DIY know what I'm talking about). The 3M is to ensure a nice tidy fit above around the lower bumper and by the fog lights. I don't think its an Either/Or thing. Also if you 3M it on to the front bumper would you still have access to the screws/bolts/fasteners should you need to dismantle the front fender liner, lower trim and front bumper? __________________ Official DC Metro Registry - Current, New & Prospective Area Members Roll Call!
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