Paddleshifterz Germany: M4 CSL Strut Brace Unboxing

jpsimon · 11-12-2022, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

I don't understand what's wrong with the fasteners that are already on the car? Nothing indicates that you have to order new fasteners except a picture showing fasteners, which is just a parts breakdown of what fasteners go into those spots. You unscrew the hardware on the car, remove the old brace. Install the new brace and tighten it back down. I'm lost with the new fastener thing.

I hadn’t looked at my engine bay to compare. But yeah it seems like you can just use the hardware that’s there

Yas_sir · 11-12-2022, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdul

I'm going to have this stateside in about 2-3 weeks. My initial order of 20 sets will arrive sooner. But since I got so many preorders, I had to increase the quantity. The price is including taxes and shipping anywhere in the country. I'm going to place another order on Monday. So get on the list as soon as possible if you're interested.

https://europowermotorsports.com/pro...e-51617885847/

Appreciate the group buy!

Ordered. #13794

jpsimon · 11-12-2022, 08:01 AM

Anyone have any idea the torque spec for the hardware?

Anderson11 · 11-12-2022, 08:25 AM

28nm

jpsimon · 11-12-2022, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Anderson11

28nm

Thanks! Where did you find that?

evoi19 · 11-12-2022, 12:13 PM

After looking at the engine bay I think the ones we have can be used.

Yas_sir · 11-12-2022, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by evoi19

After looking at the engine bay I think the ones we have can be used.

Yea, took a look this morning. The MST intake seems to be at its highest point by the center brace rivet, which it already clears. There is a very slight decline after that point, so it should be able to clear the additional attachment points for the CSL brace.

Limegrntaln · 11-13-2022, 12:11 AM

I have the DownStar bolts anyway. And they're already very long.

Limegrntaln · 11-13-2022, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jpsimon

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Originally Posted by Anderson11

28nm

Thanks! Where did you find that?

Matt@Evolve · 11-14-2022, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Limegrntaln

Well, 100% physically confirmed it doesn't fit. I know taking their word should have been enough, but, I just wanted to see where the issue was, to confirm my suspicions.

Will see what Bilal can come up with! Of course no changes will be made that affect the performance, but hopefully it can be made to work.

swagon · 11-14-2022, 04:33 AM

yes bolts for the brace can be reused and are not specific to CSL

Limegrntaln · 11-14-2022, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt@Evolve

Will see what Bilal can come up with! Of course no changes will be made that affect the performance, but hopefully it can be made to work.

I cant wait to see. I've already sold the CSL bar and its in its new owners hands, so, I would have to purchase another bar. I just figured there was no reason to let it sit in the corner, waiting for what could be a year, or more, until there is a solution. But rest assured, I will follow the progress. Thank you, Matt@Evolve

Abdul · 11-14-2022, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Yas_sir

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Originally Posted by Abdul

I'm going to have this stateside in about 2-3 weeks. My initial order of 20 sets will arrive sooner. But since I got so many preorders, I had to increase the quantity. The price is including taxes and shipping anywhere in the country. I'm going to place another order on Monday. So get on the list as soon as possible if you're interested.

https://europowermotorsports.com/pro...e-51617885847/

Appreciate the group buy!

Ordered. #13794

Thanks a lot! Hopefully, I'll be getting more products soon and can run group buys for those as well. I'm compiling a list of desirable parts and then I'll reach out to the manufacturers/vendors to see what they can do for us. CSL parts are definitely on everyone's minds right now. So I'm focusing on them for now. Thanks for all your orders.

Yas_sir · 11-15-2022, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Abdul

Thanks a lot! Hopefully, I'll be getting more products soon and can run group buys for those as well. I'm compiling a list of desirable parts and then I'll reach out to the manufacturers/vendors to see what they can do for us. CSL parts are definitely on everyone's minds right now. So I'm focusing on them for now. Thanks for all your orders.

Definitely looking forward to it

playswcars · 11-17-2022, 04:32 AM

Still no comments on G80 M3 compatibility?

Limegrntaln · 11-17-2022, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by playswcars

Still no comments on G80 M3 compatibility?

The G80 is the same car as the G82/ G83 from the windshield forward. It's the doors and trunk that don't fit. Oh, and tail lights.

Limegrntaln · 11-17-2022, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by FORTWORTHCOWBOY

Stock bolts are 20mm. Per the ad, two 30mm bolts required. Time will tell.

I didn't fully install the bar, because it didn't fit with my intake, however, you're removing 2 bolts from the chassis, and installing a bar that wasn't there, before. I would probably eventually get the longer bolts if the install calls for it.

swagon · 11-18-2022, 04:32 AM

bolts/nuts used on CSL

M8x30 07119907857 x2
M8 07147381866 x8
M10x35 07148086257 x1

bolts/nuts used on base/comp

M10x70 51618084883 x4
M8 07147381866 x8
M10x35 07148086257 x5

Limegrntaln · 11-18-2022, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by swagon

bolts/nuts used on CSL

M8x30 07119907857 x2
M8 07147381866 x8
M10x35 07148086257 x1

bolts/nuts used on base/comp

M10x70 51618084883 x4
M8 07147381866 x8
M10x35 07148086257 x5

I'd updated the first post earlier today, well, last night, and apparently the bar comes with the hardware, per Paddleshifterz, which I didn't get when I ordered mine. The box had been changed out to a smaller box for cheaper shipping and it looks like they didn't put the hardware in the new box. I didn't order mine from Paddle, so, it's not their fault.

jpsimon · 11-19-2022, 10:15 AM

Hey OP, how long did it take for paddleshifterz to actually ship the part?

Limegrntaln · 11-19-2022, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by jpsimon

Hey OP, how long did it take for paddleshifterz to actually ship the part?

They've always shipped things to me very quickly. I've ordered a few things from them. As long as they have the item in stock, it's gone out quick, for me.

Anderson11 · 11-19-2022, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by FORTWORTHCOWBOY

Back to square one as started.

M8x30 07119907857 x 2 required per https://paddleshifterz.com/

Check ECS Tuning. They have them in stock.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...r/07119907857/

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