[Carefree]

It’s more challenging without the instructions.

[M2siast]

Got’er done in a couple of minutes though!

Bonus shot of the lowered air dam under the bumper for those who were asking about ground clearance. That’s sticking out a good inch or two.

[mrdudley]

New oil cooler guard from AutoID available. Slightly more coverage than mishimoto, but looks like it might sit lower.

https://autoid.co/products/bmw-m2-g87-m3-g80-g81-m4-g82-g83-pre-preg-carbon-fibre-oil-cooler-guard-by-tre-2021

[M2siast]

Originally Posted by mrdudley

New oil cooler guard from AutoID available.

https://autoid.co/products/bmw-m2-g8...rd-by-tre-2021

I got a 404 error with the link above, is this the one?

https://autoid.co/products/bmw-m2-g8...2a5656d3&_ss=r

[mrdudley]

Originally Posted by M2siast

I got a 404 error with the link above, is this the one?

https://autoid.co/products/bmw-m2-g8...2a5656d3&_ss=r

Yes that’s it. I resubmitted my comment with the URL, so hopefully good now. Thanks!

[JABCAT]

Originally Posted by mrdudley

Yes that’s it. I resubmitted my comment with the URL, so hopefully good now. Thanks!

Looks nice. Really wish any of these companies would make on for the X3M Jack@AUTOID

[turnsignalslol]

Had a close call with a rogue piece of wood drifting over to my lane on the highway and me running over it because I didn't see it. If I didn't have my Mishimoto skidplate it could have cooked the oil cooler and potentially the engine as well. If you haven't already, I'd 100% recommend going for one of the various options on the market. I chose Mishimoto and have absolutely zero regrets and am glad I got it before anything bad could happen.

[M2siast]

Originally Posted by turnsignalslol

Had a close call with a rogue piece of wood drifting over to my lane on the highway and me running over it because I didn't see it. If I didn't have my Mishimoto skidplate it could have cooked the oil cooler and potentially the engine as well. If you haven't already, I'd 100% recommend going for one of the various options on the market. I chose Mishimoto and have absolutely zero regrets and am glad I got it before anything bad could happen.

https://youtu.be/xTQbfsDEQyc

Love the video title lol
Any mark on the plate?

[turnsignalslol]

Originally Posted by M2siast

Love the video title lol
Any mark on the plate?

Haha thanks, and no, I was lying on the floor for like 10 minutes and couldn’t find any marring or scrapes anywhere on the car. There was a little stain but I think that was dried soap from when I washed my car since I rubbed a wet paper towel on it and it went away

[Rx-7ames]

Originally Posted by M_Power Rob

My concern is due to my tune (increased power —> increased heat —> cooling more of an issue).

One thing I have noticed is that all variations of the M2/3/4 use the same radiators and oil cooler. That means our coolers are enough to cool the 3.0 CSL with increased performance.

That being said, Mishimoto still offers higher capacity radiators and oil cooler that should cool more. It's worth considering.

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by Rx-7ames

One thing I have noticed is that all variations of the M2/3/4 use the same radiators and oil cooler. That means our coolers are enough to cool the 3.0 CSL with increased performance.

That being said, Mishimoto still offers higher capacity radiators and oil cooler that should cool more. It's worth considering.

I have the CSF performance oil cooler installed on my build (yes, its for the G8X family of cars).

[Rx-7ames]

Originally Posted by M_Power Rob

I have the CSF performance oil cooler installed on my build (yes, its for the G8X family of cars).

And I just finished reading through this entire thread. I see now that you have much more hp than even the 3.0 CSL, so extra cooling and adequate airflow would be a must for you especially.

On a seperately note, I'm happy to see so many people adopting the concept of added 3rd party protection here.

We have had 2 G8X engine replacements at my dealership (that I know of) because of damaged oil coolers. This is a rare occurance, but common enough for me to recommend protection to all the G8X owners I come across.

[DSTR]

Originally Posted by Rx-7ames

And I just finished reading through this entire thread. I see now that you have much more hp than even the 3.0 CSL, so extra cooling and adequate airflow would be a must for you especially.

On a seperately note, I'm happy to see so many people adopting the concept of added 3rd party protection here.

We have had 2 G8X engine replacements at my dealership (that I know of) because of damaged oil coolers. This is a rare occurance, but common enough for me to recommend protection to all the G8X owners I come across.

+1 Certainly rare - but expensive, annoying, preventable and time consuming. The small investment to reduce the risk further is worth it.

[M_Power Rob]

Originally Posted by Rx-7ames

And I just finished reading through this entire thread. I see now that you have much more hp than even the 3.0 CSL, so extra cooling and adequate airflow would be a must for you especially.

On a seperately note, I'm happy to see so many people adopting the concept of added 3rd party protection here.

We have had 2 G8X engine replacements at my dealership (that I know of) because of damaged oil coolers. This is a rare occurance, but common enough for me to recommend protection to all the G8X owners I come across.

You should add G42 M240 (and 230?) to the list, too.

[DarkNight707]

Originally Posted by M2siast

I feel stupid. Especially for posting about it. Oh well life goes on. Thanks for pointing it out. Happy Friday all!

Dont sweat it. We are allowed to lose it a few times a year.

[DarkNight707]

I had a nightmare last night. Ran over some wood pieces and broke something in the front, at first it was water then it was oil, then… I had no car.

[robopp]

Originally Posted by Rx-7ames

And I just finished reading through this entire thread. I see now that you have much more hp than even the 3.0 CSL, so extra cooling and adequate airflow would be a must for you especially.

On a seperately note, I'm happy to see so many people adopting the concept of added 3rd party protection here.

We have had 2 G8X engine replacements at my dealership (that I know of) because of damaged oil coolers. This is a rare occurance, but common enough for me to recommend protection to all the G8X owners I come across.

Curious on your thoughts.

If the driver turns the car off on the intial low oil warning, do you think an engine replacement is still necessary? I’m not trying to knock the OP, but he drove (without another option) for .5 miles after the car said shut down immediately. I think if he was able to shut it down immediately, the engine would have been ok.

[robopp]

Originally Posted by M_Power Rob

You should add G42 M240 (and 230?) to the list, too.

And M340 too

[KC87ZB]

Originally Posted by robopp

Curious on your thoughts.

If the driver turns the car off on the intial low oil warning, do you think an engine replacement is still necessary? I’m not trying to knock the OP, but he drove (without another option) for .5 miles after the car said shut down immediately. I think if he was able to shut it down immediately, the engine would have been ok.

You would like to think so, otherwise what is the point of the warning.

[Tag]

Originally Posted by robopp

Curious on your thoughts.

If the driver turns the car off on the intial low oil warning, do you think an engine replacement is still necessary? I’m not trying to knock the OP, but he drove (without another option) for .5 miles after the car said shut down immediately. I think if he was able to shut it down immediately, the engine would have been ok.

Originally Posted by KC87ZB

You would like to think so, otherwise what is the point of the warning.

OP said he was "...in a construction zone with no shoulders to pull over, had to drive to an exit(0.5miles). And I was doing 60mph when the failure happened."

He had two choices, risk personal safety and pull over in a construction zone blocking a lane or get off on the next exit. He did the later and I would have done the same. Cars are replaceable.

[DSTR]

Originally Posted by Tag

OP said he was "...in a construction zone with no shoulders to pull over, had to drive to an exit(0.5miles). And I was doing 60mph when the failure happened."

He had two choices, risk personal safety and pull over in a construction zone blocking a lane or get off on the next exit. He did the later and I would have done the same. Cars are replaceable.

Well said. Lets not prioritize a person/family etc over a car that is still being made lol!

[robopp]

Originally Posted by Tag

OP said he was "...in a construction zone with no shoulders to pull over, had to drive to an exit(0.5miles). And I was doing 60mph when the failure happened."

He had two choices, risk personal safety and pull over in a construction zone blocking a lane or get off on the next exit. He did the later and I would have done the same. Cars are replaceable.

I’m aware. I stated the same in my original quesion and you’re missing the point of the question - if the oil cooler gets dinged it doesn’t mean the engine grenades assuming you shut it down the second you get a warning. I never said the OP shouldn’t have done what he did. I’d do the same thing. I was simply asking a BMW tech his thoughts on this scenario.