Mesh Inserts for Front Bumper

bernard1414 · 05-23-2023, 05:46 AM

Taking delivery of a TR G87 this week and I started to think of how I could make the front end of the car more cohesive. On my 981 Boxster, I bought some generic grill mesh, cut it to size for the front cooling vents, and glued them in place on the backside with epoxy. Has anyone done or considered doing this on the front grill on the G87? It seems unfinished without any kind of mesh or further protection for he heat exchangers. Also wondering how hard it would be to remove that center part of the front bumper.

Thinking of something like this: https://www.amazon.com/AggAuto-Unive...NrPXRydWU&th=1

GUASC · 05-23-2023, 06:09 AM

I think the black part is one piece that includes the side radiator/cooler mounts as well. Likely would have to remove those and pull the whole front clip from the car to remove/replace that black piece. I am hoping there are mesh/grill inserts just not sure how easy an install they are going to be. May have to pull the oil cooler to install without having to pull the whole front end.

BMW DIY Guy · 05-23-2023, 08:55 AM

Actually on this very note, I have been running Zunsport screens on my F87 for some time now. They look VERY cool, are incredibly solid and do a fantastic job.

I reached out to them about the G87 as that front gap is ridiculous and no doubt will suck up a TON of debris. They dont have a screen set developed yet, but I was able to help find them a UK based G87 owner, and they are working on it!

I will be running a set the moment they are available.

StickyPickle · 05-23-2023, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

Actually on this very note, I have been running Zunsport screens on my F87 for some time now. They look VERY cool, are incredibly solid and do a fantastic job.

I reached out to them about the G87 as that front gap is ridiculous and no doubt will suck up a TON of debris. They dont have a screen set developed yet, but I was able to help find them a UK based G87 owner, and they are working on it!

I will be running a set the moment they are available.

VERY interested!

GUASC · 05-23-2023, 11:30 PM

The new video by Tuxon_Speed on the front intake install shows removing the front bumper. Looks a lot easier than previous models. No good views of the back but one shot where you see it for a second makes it look like the black and painted sections are a single piece. Really hard to tell.

Xspeedracer · 05-23-2023, 11:56 PM

These guys were looking for a car for test fitting but they are in the UK and they will have some grill protection inserts soon for the G87
https://www.zunsport.com/us/bmw-m2-c...ont-grille-set

BMW DIY Guy · 05-24-2023, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Xspeedracer

These guys were looking for a car for test fitting but they are in the UK and they will have some grill protection inserts soon for the G87
https://www.zunsport.com/us/bmw-m2-c...ont-grille-set

Already found them a volunteer 8)

GUASC · 05-31-2023, 06:34 AM

Hopefully Zunsport gets a test car with the active cruise control as well. The new video by Daily Downshift shows a decent looking solution for cars without active cruise but I'm not a fan of the zip tie install method. That grill will not work on cars with the radar module also. Not without some serious trimming/cutting anyway.

Xspeedracer · 06-09-2023, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

Already found them a volunteer 8)

Any word on the fitment or a prototype out yet we can see from the person that was put in touch with them

managerxxx · 06-09-2023, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Xspeedracer

Any word on the fitment or a prototype out yet we can see from the person that was put in touch with them

We're still waiting for the UK launch on 17th June so it'll be a while before you see a prototype I'd guess.

Mr.McNutty · 06-27-2023, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by bernard1414

Taking delivery of a TR G87 this week and I started to think of how I could make the front end of the car more cohesive. On my 981 Boxster, I bought some generic grill mesh, cut it to size for the front cooling vents, and glued them in place on the backside with epoxy. Has anyone done or considered doing this on the front grill on the G87? It seems unfinished without any kind of mesh or further protection for he heat exchangers. Also wondering how hard it would be to remove that center part of the front bumper.

Thinking of something like this: https://www.amazon.com/AggAuto-Unive...NrPXRydWU&th=1

Check out this pre-cut option

https://www.radiatorgrillstore.com/p...esh-protection

Chet for short · 06-27-2023, 03:38 PM

still not a fan of cable ties...

Ravenseal · 06-29-2023, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

Already found them a volunteer 8)

Have you talked to them recently?

managerxxx · 07-01-2023, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Ravenseal

Have you talked to them recently?

I'm in regular contact whilst I wait for my delayed car. A couple of UK forum members are helping them out with the designs.

Xspeedracer · 07-04-2023, 02:45 PM

Just spotted this online today https://www.radiatorgrillstore.com/p...esh-protection

kyrix1st · 07-24-2023, 11:32 PM

Unbelievable we have to search for sht like this. Did you get one?

ourlee · 08-02-2023, 10:58 AM

Yo, it’s GOTTA be gloss black, that gray is nasty

ledgy · 08-18-2023, 01:20 PM

Any updates?? My car has the cruise option so need one that would fit. Anyone try to mod the grill available for the non active cruise to fit?

BMW DIY Guy · 09-13-2023, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ledgy

Any updates?? My car has the cruise option so need one that would fit. Anyone try to mod the grill available for the non active cruise to fit?

I am hearing end of September availability from Zunsport.

KevM2 · 09-13-2023, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW DIY Guy

I am hearing end of September availability from Zunsport.

Would you run these if you were to track the car? I’m just a little apprehensive about air flow restriction … I personally tested the flow restriction with the ones offered by the radiatorgrillstore and it was a little too significant for my liking… so I’m hoping the total surface area covered by mesh offered by Zunsport will be less

BMW DIY Guy · 09-13-2023, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by KevM2

Would you run these if you were to track the car? I’m just a little apprehensive about air flow restriction … I personally tested the flow restriction with the ones offered by the radiatorgrillstore and it was a little too significant for my liking… so I’m hoping the total surface area covered by mesh offered by Zunsport will be less

I would but no way of knowing for certain until they arrive and test.

BMW DIY Guy · 09-29-2023, 10:26 AM

Zunsport has their screen sneak peak out today. I already have an order in for them.

05-23-2023, 05:46 AM	#1
bernard1414 Private First Class 229 Rep 105 Posts Drives: A Volvo Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Springfield, NJ iTrader: (0)	Mesh Inserts for Front Bumper Taking delivery of a TR G87 this week and I started to think of how I could make the front end of the car more cohesive. On my 981 Boxster, I bought some generic grill mesh, cut it to size for the front cooling vents, and glued them in place on the backside with epoxy. Has anyone done or considered doing this on the front grill on the G87? It seems unfinished without any kind of mesh or further protection for he heat exchangers. Also wondering how hard it would be to remove that center part of the front bumper. Thinking of something like this: https://www.amazon.com/AggAuto-Unive...NrPXRydWU&th=1
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GUASC New Member 17 Rep 19 Posts Drives: BMW M2 G87 Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	I think the black part is one piece that includes the side radiator/cooler mounts as well. Likely would have to remove those and pull the whole front clip from the car to remove/replace that black piece. I am hoping there are mesh/grill inserts just not sure how easy an install they are going to be. May have to pull the oil cooler to install without having to pull the whole front end.
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05-23-2023, 11:30 PM	#5
GUASC New Member 17 Rep 19 Posts Drives: BMW M2 G87 Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	The new video by Tuxon_Speed on the front intake install shows removing the front bumper. Looks a lot easier than previous models. No good views of the back but one shot where you see it for a second makes it look like the black and painted sections are a single piece. Really hard to tell.
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Xspeedracer Weekend track guy 334 Rep 216 Posts Drives: 2023 M2 Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Davis iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 M2 [10.00]	These guys were looking for a car for test fitting but they are in the UK and they will have some grill protection inserts soon for the G87 https://www.zunsport.com/us/bmw-m2-c...ont-grille-set
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GUASC New Member 17 Rep 19 Posts Drives: BMW M2 G87 Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	Hopefully Zunsport gets a test car with the active cruise control as well. The new video by Daily Downshift shows a decent looking solution for cars without active cruise but I'm not a fan of the zip tie install method. That grill will not work on cars with the radar module also. Not without some serious trimming/cutting anyway.
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Chet for short Private First Class 215 Rep 180 Posts Drives: TR G87 M2 Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0)	still not a fan of cable ties...
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