10-19-2023, 09:53 AM | #71 | |
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Seeing the side profile and radius of the OEM bar, its clear why they made this out of a one piece aluminum extrusion. Due to the sharp angular changes made in my design, in order to allow the new structure to essentially disappear, required smaller and stronger tube. This is the balance or form vs. function. I did not want my solution to be visible from the front of the car, nor block any portion of the HX. This is very tricky to do with the space available. I would disagree with the notion that this design is so strong that all of the impact force would be transferred to the frame. I believe the tubular bars would deflect and bend under force... but its clear once you have the front clip off, how fragile everything is up front... I can only imagine that a 10 mph impact would be bad news for the entire front end... Clearly, the OEM bars works best if impact resistance is your top priority. I am absolutely leaning far towards form in this equation, but not so much that i was comfortable ditching the bar all together like others have done, or installing a single hoop with no tow hook, or air channeling solutions. Please keep the feedback coming, I really think this concept fills a need, looks amazing, and as I just found out, makes it easy to install a custom K40 Radar + Laser system
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10-19-2023, 10:58 AM | #72 |
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I think the design is perfect as is, I am just saying use the exact sizes and dimensions you have currently just made from aluminum instead. Would there be a cost increase for aluminum?
I love that you added the ducting side covers as well, they will really help draw the air into the center stack.
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10-19-2023, 11:21 AM | #73 | |
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10-19-2023, 11:40 AM | #74 | |
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Thank you! I agree, the custom air deflectors look, fit and work perfect. Once the crash bar is removed, it opens several pockets for air collection, and exposes some unsightly areas, so it plays a big role in the form and function of the upgrade! Aluminum would cost a little more... maybe 15% ?
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2022 M6 ZLE: Katech Standard Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation Kit
TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC + RF BG Coated AR Headers + GESI UHO Cats + V Bands + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster ALL the BMR Read End Goodies + BMR Motor Mounts + JRE Terminator Cam Package + FIC 30 + DMS Front HX + Fender Tank GMS High Flow Impact Bar + GMS Stage II Oil Cooler + GMS Stage III HX System = 770rwhp 815rwtq @E55 13.5psi |
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10-19-2023, 11:41 AM | #75 |
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10-19-2023, 11:43 AM | #76 |
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1. Z OH 6 2. ZLElvira 3. ZL1…SON 4. H018871 5. CamOnlyJabroni 6. blahson 7. 1wraith76 8. 9. 10. I only need a few more to run the first batch of 10... Anyone else want one?
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2022 M6 ZLE: Katech Standard Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation Kit
TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC + RF BG Coated AR Headers + GESI UHO Cats + V Bands + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster ALL the BMR Read End Goodies + BMR Motor Mounts + JRE Terminator Cam Package + FIC 30 + DMS Front HX + Fender Tank GMS High Flow Impact Bar + GMS Stage II Oil Cooler + GMS Stage III HX System = 770rwhp 815rwtq @E55 13.5psi |
10-19-2023, 05:43 PM | #77 | |
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I'm probably out on this round. Need to spend the money elsewhere, currently. Looking like a great design, though.
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10-19-2023, 07:52 PM | #78 |
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Not sure how I missed this thread. Ordered a Cordes crash bar last week.
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10-19-2023, 08:09 PM | #79 | |
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No worries... you can always upgrade later if you dont feel like that one fits the need.
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10-19-2023, 08:51 PM | #80 |
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What was the price not painted?
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10-20-2023, 07:54 AM | #81 |
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I think i can deduct $100 for no primer or paint...
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10-20-2023, 02:28 PM | #82 |
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If I lived in the lower 48 I would be all over it! but being from Canada it would not be economically feasible. It would cost me about $10,000 with shipping. well not really but kind of. My best bet would be you to ship it in pcs for a more compact shipping package and I assemble myself. But me being a welder/ fabricator, I could simply just make my own. I can’t wait to see all the install pictures once everybody has their orders delivered.
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10-20-2023, 03:20 PM | #83 | |
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I like the idea of "builder kit" ! If you want me to send you all of the cut pieces, and custom wind deflectors, you could easily weld yourself! Let me know I agree, shipping would be alot less.
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TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC + RF BG Coated AR Headers + GESI UHO Cats + V Bands + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster ALL the BMR Read End Goodies + BMR Motor Mounts + JRE Terminator Cam Package + FIC 30 + DMS Front HX + Fender Tank GMS High Flow Impact Bar + GMS Stage II Oil Cooler + GMS Stage III HX System = 770rwhp 815rwtq @E55 13.5psi |
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10-27-2023, 04:15 PM | #84 |
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Current Order List:
1. Z OH 6 2. ZLElvira 3. ZL1…SON 4. H018871 5. 1wraith76 6. blahson 7. DennyOfficial 8. DennyOfficial 9. 10. I only need TWO MORE to run the first batch of 10... Who else wants one??? I am ready to work on these for you, just need TWO MORE
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2022 M6 ZLE: Katech Standard Ported Blower + Ported Heads + 103mm TB + Oil Pump + C5R Chain + Valve Covers + Coil Relocation Kit
TSP VVT and DoD Delete Covers + LME Chain Guide + DSX Billet Lid + ATI Damper + 9.17" Lower + 2.4" Upper + MM Wild CC + RF BG Coated AR Headers + GESI UHO Cats + V Bands + AWE Touring + Magnaflow Center X + MSD Coils + Banks iDash + JMS Booster ALL the BMR Read End Goodies + BMR Motor Mounts + JRE Terminator Cam Package + FIC 30 + DMS Front HX + Fender Tank GMS High Flow Impact Bar + GMS Stage II Oil Cooler + GMS Stage III HX System = 770rwhp 815rwtq @E55 13.5psi |
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