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      03-15-2023, 11:02 AM   #1
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Can the G42 M240i get the M2 engine bracing?

I noticed in a post by M Division, the M2 comes with a large engine brace. I’m sure at some point, with an aftermarket engine cover, this could potentially be retrofitted for the m240i. Does anyone have opinions?

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      03-16-2023, 12:42 AM   #2
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I’m also interested in this,I like this design a lot better then the 2 pc that’s out already
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      03-16-2023, 07:14 PM   #3
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Seems like it will work a lot better to stiffen the body,then the two side braces would
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      03-19-2023, 10:12 AM   #4
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The radiator core support bracket on the M240 only has 4 bolts, and this has 6+1 for the brace point. You'd have to probably tap a hole for a bolt, or see if you can retrofit that core support bracket from the M2. The rest of the mounting points will probably line up.
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      03-19-2023, 11:48 AM   #5
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no , but you can have one like this
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no , but you can have one like this
The mounting points for the Zupra looks slightly different by the strut towers.
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      03-19-2023, 01:21 PM   #7
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The mounting points for the Zupra looks slightly different by the strut towers.
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The mounting points for the Zupra looks slightly different by the strut towers.
it will fits our g42, my friend G20 m340i got this strut brace installed . G20 and G42 have same mounting points .
He just rear end some one , and his car is waiting for repair in body shop . If he sell his car , then I will take the strut brace for free lol .
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Looks like the G20 guys were already thinking about this, but then realized the Supra/Z4 is the G29 chassis, and not compatible with the G20.

https://g20.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1933448
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it will fits our g42, my friend G20 m340i got this strut brace installed . G20 and G42 have same mounting points .
He just rear end some one , and his car is waiting for repair in body shop . If he sell his car , then I will take the strut brace for free lol .
You’re saying this Blitz strut tower brace for the Supra works for the m340i? Do you have more pictures?
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You’re saying this Blitz strut tower brace for the Supra works for the m340i? Do you have more pictures?
Yes , and works for our g42 as well . I am 100% sure , I take some picture if I have chance
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      03-27-2023, 03:27 PM   #12
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You’re saying this Blitz strut tower brace for the Supra works for the m340i? Do you have more pictures?
Here you go buddy , it looks amazing on m340i
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