[Rx-7ames]

Originally Posted by KevM2

I’m now almost too afraid to check mine lol. I don’t even feel like driving it until I get a grille installed

Did yours not come with the factory installed plastic grille on the rads? Did the rock break the plastic and puncture the rad?

The rock went right through the plastic on mine. No protection.

[Fastfwd]

Originally Posted by DarkNight707

Has anyone hear back from Zunsport on whether it would fit cars with the the adaptive cruise control module?

I did. I believe it will fit over the adaptive cruise module. If you look at the pictures the grill installs in front of the plastic supports and the adaptive cruise sits behind those.

They said that they have other vehicles they make grills for that have adaptive cruise and those have functioned normally. They didn't say if they might produce another version of this grill to fit cars with adaptive cruise.

[DarkNight707]

Originally Posted by Fastfwd

I did. I believe it will fit over the adaptive cruise module. If you look at the pictures the grill installs in front of the plastic supports and the adaptive cruise sits behind those.

They said that they have other vehicles they make grills for that have adaptive cruise and those have functioned normally. They didn't say if they might produce another version of this grill to fit cars with adaptive cruise.

Kk, thanks. I will check the placement of the adaptive cruise on Wednesday when I take delivery. I emailed them too but have not heard back yet. Will update if hear anything.

[KevM2]

Originally Posted by GUASC

Mine is the auto and the transmission cooler is mounted in front of the main radiator/exchanger just above the oil cooler. There is no protection on it all. They apparently only use the plastic grid on the manual transmission cars. Anyone know how long until the transmission is toast after the cooler gets popped?

Interesting because I did point this out very early on based on pictures and speculated that the automatics likely didn’t have this protective grille because of the big adaptive cruise control radar up front which likely prevents a lot of air flow. But I’ve since seen many automatics have this grille so I’m not sure how bmw is deciding to put it on some and not others… regardless, the factory grille is too flimsy to 100% protect the rad against damage and you’d need an aftermarket solution anyways

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by KevM2

The more I think about it, the more it makes sense to go the route of changing them out for upgraded Mishimoto rads that have their own steel rock guards… I’m just not certain Zunsport in addition to the flimsy soft bmw plastic guards won’t create too much air flow restriction and wouldn’t want to spend $$ on Zunsport ones to find out that’s the case

I think the Zunsport should work fine for rocks and small debris bouncing off the road - not so much if you drive over a larger object. Realize that air coming in through the front intake is being forced out through the bottom opening with a lot of force. I don't believe there would be a restriction problem. Sort of wish I'd seen this solution before getting the Mishimoto (not yet installed).

[KevM2]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

I think the Zunsport should work fine for rocks and small debris bouncing off the road - not so much if you drive over a larger object. Realize that air coming in through the front intake is being forced out through the bottom opening with a lot of force. I don't believe there would be a restriction problem. Sort of wish I'd seen this solution before getting the Mishimoto (not yet installed).

Yeah I agree. I’ll start with the Zunsport and hopefully that’s enough protection. And down the road I’ll probably upgrade the rads as well mostly from a cooling point of view if I decide to track it… mind you the stock rads are damn good but since the aftermarket’s do come with extra protection then another reason to get them

[DarkNight707]

I heard back from Zunsports. They mentioned they still need to test the grill on cars with the adaptive cruise module.

[Ravenseal]

Here is the half assed reply I got from BMW NA. I’m doing my part.

[Rx-7ames]

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

Here is the half assed reply I got from BMW NA. I’m doing my part.

How did you contact them?

[Carefree]

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

Here is the half assed reply I got from BMW NA. I’m doing my part.

Sounds full assed to me.

[Ravenseal]

Originally Posted by Rx-7ames

How did you contact them?

https://my.bmwusa.com/contact-form.html

[Ravenseal]

Originally Posted by M2siast

Thanks for doing that. That's what I'm doing if I hit a rock too. Once/if they get enough feedback, they might change the design, or not. Some loss is expected, and I think based on the numbers, it's right within normal still.

The fix might be a retroactive piece, or a change for LCI/next model. We shouldn't keep hopes up because it's been tested and not a lot has happened to these pieces anyway.

I mean, I "bought my $1,600 rock" way before this thread, when my car had 600km... Nothing I could do and I'm still exposed to another one.

The more of us complain, the more likely they are to do something. In the spirit of camaraderie, we should all express our concerns directly.

[DarkNight707]

Zunsport video is out now:

[DSTR]

Originally Posted by DarkNight707

Zunsport video is out now:

Great post. Many Thanks. Cannot wait to get these and install. Hope orders are shipping soon

[TheOOZY]

My zunsport pre-order shipped overnight!

[BMW DIY Guy]

My order just shipped as well, and will get pics and DIY video up asap.

[CadolinaRipr]

Same. Front grille set and oil cooler protection. All shipped!

[Rx-7ames]

Mine was shipped this morning.

[DarkNight707]

I just installed the Mishimoto plate. Got ramps from Harbor Freight and 2 chucks. Used 2 2x4 to lift it a bit before entering the ramp since the front bumper was too close. Got the tools and the hardware. Very easy installation BUT even if I was super careful, a mounting grommet (the one by the half circle cuttout) broke off a few minutes after tighten it up. Anyone knows the part number?

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by Ravenseal

Here is the half assed reply I got from BMW NA. I’m doing my part.

The response to me:
"Dear Gregory,

Thanks for writing to BMW of North America, LLC regarding the radiator protection for your 2023 BMW M2 Coupé. I'm sorry to learn of your concerns.

Our BMW engineering and design teams are dedicated to creating vehicles that move today’s consumers and their demand for enhanced utility and more versatility. Customer feedback plays an integral role in improving product design and development. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your thoughts; your sentiments will be heard and considered.

Should you need to contact Customer Relations and Services again, you can reach us at 1-800-831-1117 Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET.

Thanks again for taking the time to write us, Gregory.

Kind regards,

Matthew
Customer Relations and Services
Representative

BUILD YOUR OWN ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE.
Design the BMW of your dreams at www.bmwusa.com."

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by DarkNight707

I just installed the Mishimoto plate. Got ramps from Harbor Freight and 2 chucks. Used 2 2x4 to lift it a bit before entering the ramp since the front bumper was too close. Got the tools and the hardware. Very easy installation BUT even if I was super careful, a mounting grommet (the one by the half circle cuttout) broke off a few minutes after tighten it up. Anyone knows the part number?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWVTBMF5/

[DarkNight707]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWVTBMF5/

Thanks so much!