X3m carbon fiber brake ducts trim?

glfwdw · 07-20-2022, 07:54 PM

Has anyone installed the M-Performance Carbon Fiber Brake Ducts Trim? I was looking for pictures to determine if I should get them. I have my PPF installed scheduled for the end of August and would want to install them before that appointment.

glfwdw · 07-26-2022, 11:45 AM

Got a set from IND and installed them last night. I was able to install them without full bumper removal. However, I was doing the the reflector delete and used that access to put the parking sensor in as I was snapping the carbon fiber one in place. I started from the bottom and pulled up to free the clips. Once I get some pictures I will post them with them.

danniexi · 07-26-2022, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by glfwdw

Got a set from IND and installed them last night. I was able to install them without full bumper removal. However, I was doing the the reflector delete and used that access to put the parking sensor in as I was snapping the carbon fiber one in place. I started from the bottom and pulled up to free the clips. Once I get some pictures I will post them with them.

so just to be clear, all that was needed to be done was remove the two screws from the bottom and pull up? I'm assuming a trim tool would make the job easier, but judging by the pictures on iND im assuming it should come out pretty easily.

thanks. I already ordered these but they are on backorder for a while.

IND-Distribution · 07-26-2022, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by danniexi

so just to be clear, all that was needed to be done was remove the two screws from the bottom and pull up? I'm assuming a trim tool would make the job easier, but judging by the pictures on iND im assuming it should come out pretty easily.

thanks. I already ordered these but they are on backorder for a while.

We have 3 sets in stock.

glfwdw · 07-26-2022, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by danniexi

so just to be clear, all that was needed to be done was remove the two screws from the bottom and pull up? I'm assuming a trim tool would make the job easier, but judging by the pictures on iND im assuming it should come out pretty easily.

thanks. I already ordered these but they are on backorder for a while.

I did one side top to down with pry tools and that was much harder the bottom up. Once you get it partly removed, you will need to disconnect the sensor. I did remove the two bottom connections.

To put the new ones on, I did need reach through the fender opening (created for the reflector install) to make the sensor go in place (angle does not allow it in place before snapping in place).

glfwdw · 07-26-2022, 06:15 PM

Got home from driving the car and took a couple pictures for reference. I really like the look.

anthemavm · 07-27-2022, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by glfwdw

Got home from driving the car and took a couple pictures for reference. I really like the look.

That looks really sharp and great contrast with the blue.

Ftpohyeah · 07-27-2022, 08:19 AM

Looks really good. I have carbon black so im leaving it alone, barely able to see it.

Spoonhead · 07-30-2022, 11:32 AM

It’s a smart upgrade.

Radman_F97 · 09-21-2023, 08:46 PM

Looks great. Definitely a "Smart Upgrade"

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glfwdw Private First Class 62 Rep 103 Posts Drives: 2022 X3M Comp Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Kenosha, WI iTrader: (2)	Got a set from IND and installed them last night. I was able to install them without full bumper removal. However, I was doing the the reflector delete and used that access to put the parking sensor in as I was snapping the carbon fiber one in place. I started from the bottom and pulled up to free the clips. Once I get some pictures I will post them with them. __________________ 2022 X3MC, Marina Bay Blue Metallic 2016 M4, AW, Comp Package, Executive Package, Lighting Package, Driver Assistance, DCT - GONE 2021 BMW X3 M40i - GONE 2022 330E X-drive M-Sport
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