[inevitab1e]

I'm down to 2 different tips. Similar, but slightly different. Black, matte, 2 piece outlet.
Same 4 bolt fastening, polished vs non-polished steel.
I want a more flush look with the bumper and these seem shorter.
I kinda like #1 more and think the carbon fiber weave (or lack of) may hold up better over time.
What do you guys think?

[inevitab1e]

No input and that's ok. I went with the first set.
I haven't seen anyone install these yet and I'll make sure to take pictures once they arrive

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

No input and that's ok. I went with the first set.
I haven't seen anyone install these yet and I'll make sure to take pictures once they arrive

Perhaps search?

https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...1967024&page=4

[inevitab1e]

Originally Posted by Pentland

Perhaps search?

https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...1967024&page=4

Already seen that thread. I haven't seen anyone with these exact tips installed.
The ones on that page are the #2 picture above.
EDIT: Yours are the #2 picture in the OP.

[ninja_geezer]

the thing is the only part you see once fitted both sets will look the same.....slightly different carbon pattern thats it ,you wont see the steel at all

[inevitab1e]

Originally Posted by ninja_geezer

the thing is the only part you see once fitted both sets will look the same.....slightly different carbon pattern thats it ,you wont see the steel at all

The problem with these different Aliexpress listings is there's no dimensions listed. No diameter of the tips.
I personally don't want something that looks carbon fiber, which led me to choose the ones I did.
The overall length is a mystery too, but the outer carbon fiber appears to be shorter on the ones I chose vs the secondary option.
I want a more flush look and I'm hoping this information will be beneficial to future buyers.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

The problem with these different Aliexpress listings is there's no dimensions listed. No diameter of the tips.
I personally don't want something that looks carbon fiber, which led me to choose the ones I did.
The overall length is a mystery too, but the outer carbon fiber appears to be shorter on the ones I chose vs the secondary option.
I want a more flush look and I'm hoping this information will be beneficial to future buyers.

Dimensions are on the ali listing. The “flushness” is down to how far down the downpipe you fit them.
If you read through the threads, I think i commented at one point that our American chums seem to like their tips sticking out proud. You can see mine at more flush.

[inevitab1e]

Originally Posted by Pentland

Dimensions are on the ali listing. The “flushness” is down to how far down the downpipe you fit them.
If you read through the threads, I think i commented at one point that our American chums seem to like their tips sticking out proud. You can see mine at more flush.

Let's be real, there are no dimensions per choice. These listing will have a dozen choices. Selecting a different tip doesn't change the dimensions. It's a ruse.
Feel free to point out a difference. Screenshot the difference.
I think we all know it's a crapshoot as to what you'll get....Unless we try them all out..

I'll allow you to be the hero in this situation. Show me the exact dimensions of the tips I ordered on the website.
(Carbon Fiber H)

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/32568...yAdapt=glo2usa

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

Let's be real, there are no dimensions per choice. These listing will have a dozen choices. Selecting a different tip doesn't change the dimensions. It's a ruse.
Feel free to point out a difference. Screenshot the difference.
I think we all know it's a crapshoot as to what you'll get....Unless we try them all out..

I think you answered your own question.
They are all the same; just different finishes.

[inevitab1e]

Originally Posted by Pentland

I think you answered your own question.
They are all the same; just different finishes.

Bullshit. The "M" copies are clearly longer. You can't honestly say they're all the identical dimensions. Aren't some 4" vs 3.5" etc? I think people have pointed these things out. Some hang out further than others.
There's a hundred listings and they're all selling the same tips.

I like your tips and hope the fitment is the same. Won't know til we all try.
I'm taking the risk since no one else has

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

Bullshit. The "M" copies are clearly longer. You can't honestly say they're all the identical dimensions. Aren't some 4" vs 3.5" etc? I think people have pointed these things out. Some hang out further than others.
There's a hundred listings and they're all selling the same tips.

I like your tips and hope the fitment is the same. Won't know til we all try.
I'm taking the risk since no one else has

No need to get angry especially when speaking from a position of zero knowledge.

If you look through the threads, you’ll see I’ve had more than one set. They are the same size.

[inevitab1e]

Originally Posted by Pentland

No need to get angry especially when speaking from a position of zero knowledge.

If you look through the threads, you’ll see I’ve had more than one set. They are the same size.

Thank you. Can your CF tips move further under the bumper?

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

Thank you. Can your CF tips move further under the bumper?

As I said earlier, yes.

[inevitab1e]

CF tips installed. This is the alternate black CF version on Aliexpress

[Thawke]

Quick question and apologies if answered already, but I have now purchased a pair with the screw and nut attachment method, and am confused as to where the nut goes.

A lot of the installs seem to have the nut on the outside but looking at how its physically meant to secure, the nut wont be doing anything to hold the screw in if its on the outside. Tightening the nut just gently pries the screw outwards, loosening the grip ?

If the nut went on the inside (and bear with me as I haven't put them on the car yet) if there's even room or a gap to screw it with a spanner, but by tightening the nut with it on the inside, the screw pin is held firmly in place pushing inwards onto the pipe.

Am I overthinking this ?

[blueshead]

Originally Posted by Thawke

Quick question and apologies if answered already, but I have now purchased a pair with the screw and nut attachment method, and am confused as to where the nut goes.

A lot of the installs seem to have the nut on the outside but looking at how its physically meant to secure, the nut wont be doing anything to hold the screw in if its on the outside. Tightening the nut just gently pries the screw outwards, loosening the grip ?

If the nut went on the inside (and bear with me as I haven't put them on the car yet) if there's even room or a gap to screw it with a spanner, but by tightening the nut with it on the inside, the screw pin is held firmly in place pushing inwards onto the pipe.

Am I overthinking this ?

Nut goes on the outside as below. Position the tips using the grub screws with an allen key - lock off with the nut when you're happy with fitment. Good idea to set the top grub screw and lock it in place off the car - very difficult to get at in situ. Left, right and bottom are easy to adjust and lock as needed.

[Thawke]

Originally Posted by blueshead

Nut goes on the outside as below. Position the tips using the grub screws with an allen key - lock off with the nut when you're happy with fitment. Good idea to set the top grub screw and lock it in place off the car - very difficult to get at in situ. Left, right and bottom are easy to adjust and lock as needed.
Attachment 3550436

Thank you, appreciate the info.

I'll have a go at this over the weekend.

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by Thawke

Quick question and apologies if answered already, but I have now purchased a pair with the screw and nut attachment method, and am confused as to where the nut goes.

A lot of the installs seem to have the nut on the outside but looking at how its physically meant to secure, the nut wont be doing anything to hold the screw in if its on the outside. Tightening the nut just gently pries the screw outwards, loosening the grip ?

If the nut went on the inside (and bear with me as I haven't put them on the car yet) if there's even room or a gap to screw it with a spanner, but by tightening the nut with it on the inside, the screw pin is held firmly in place pushing inwards onto the pipe.

Am I overthinking this ?

The nut works as a locknut for the threaded rod. As evenly as possible use an Allen key to tighten the threaded rod and use the nut to lock in position. FWIW in a few months rust will ensure nothing will work loose

[Thawke]

Originally Posted by Pentland

The nut works as a locknut for the threaded rod. As evenly as possible use an Allen key to tighten the threaded rod and use the nut to lock in position. FWIW in a few months rust will ensure nothing will work loose

Was planning on using Loctite Threadlocker (Blue 242) to secure it in place, and was coating the tips with Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light to avoid rust as much as possible (although not sure how well that will hold up to exhaust temperatures)

[MPR]

Originally Posted by Thawke

Was planning on using Loctite Threadlocker (Blue 242) to secure it in place, and was coating the tips with Gtechniq Crystal Serum Light to avoid rust as much as possible (although not sure how well that will hold up to exhaust temperatures)

These are AliExpress specials and holding up nice after 2 years of northeast US temps/conditions. These are freshly cleaned using barkeepers friend.

[Thawke]

Originally Posted by MPR

These are AliExpress specials and holding up nice after 2 nears of northeast US temps/conditions. These are freshly cleaned using barkeepers friend.

I have those exact same tips, with the M logo on the silver part, also Aliexpress specials.

Hope they hold up as good as those, looks awesome !!

[Mario68]

Originally Posted by inevitab1e

CF tips installed. This is the alternate black CF version on Aliexpress

looks great