CSL Splitter difference - new vs old - photos

[NZ_M3]

Okay, rather than spamming Mark's for sale thread, I thought I'd put the photo reference up here in technical area (mods if you feel this should be elsewhere, please feel free to move it - thanks!!)

original thread discussion:
http://www.cslregister.com/forum/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=3160

On with the photos:

Original label:
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1020095.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1020096.jpg

New label:
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1010837.jpg

Original splitters (notice the taller overlap extension - the part that tucks into the bumper)
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1020092.jpg

New Splitter (notice the shorter overlap extension)
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1010839.jpg

Original Splitter bottom (2 rivet holes)
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1020093.jpg

New Splitter bottom (4 rivet holes) - note the 2 outer holes are in the exact same place as the original splitter.
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/ResizeofP1010840.jpg

[mattCSLnut]

Top stuff :thumbs: U know what they say, pictures speak a thousand words :whistle:

[phat///M3]

Thanks for posting that up mate, mmm CF lovely.

[shimmy]

great info


does anybody know how to identify an original CSL bumper when off the car? :smokin:

[NZ_M3]

does anybody know how to identify an original CSL bumper when off the car? :smokin:

Original as in that it's the original bumper from the car or original as in that it's not a replica?

[shimmy]

Original as in that it's the original bumper from the car or original as in that it's not a replica?

not a replica but OEM BMW CSL bumper

[NZ_M3]

not a replica but OEM BMW CSL bumper

Oh that's easy ... Firstly it'll be really light (none of the replicas I've had were as light as OEM - period) look for the "Slovenia" sticker like the splitters above; Also look for the integrated crash bar on the back of the bumper that will also be made of dry pre-preg carbon fiber:

I'll put up some pictures once photobucket starts working again!!

[NZ_M3]

Genuine OEM CSL

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG_1609-1.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG_1610-1.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG_1611-1.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG_1612-1.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/water_bottle.jpg

Vorsteiner replica: Note no integrated crash bar:
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/DSC_0006.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG00043-20090819-1128.jpg
http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n319/M3_Power/CSL/IMG00044-20090819-1132.jpg

[shimmy]

great info and photos

thanks:thumbs:

[madcsl]

Can I ask if you could fit the new splitter securely? I destroyed a splitter, ordered a new splitter from a UK dealer (half the local price) and asked my Sydney dealer to fit it. They initially suggested I had a replica part because the shape and size were different and when fitted the overlap is insufficient so you see small gaps and the splitter is a little loose (you rphotos are helpful as my old and new part badges are identical to the ones in your photograph, including the change from 2 to 4 holes). Up shot is BMW Sydney are convinced BMW parts Europe are supplying the wrong splitters and they are trying to source the correct older style, even if they have the same part number. How did you resolve the gaps?

Many thanks.

[s.mac]

Toplad this may answer your query

[toplad]

I have an answer, but not one you want to hear:bigcry:

You can't reslove the gaps:bigcry:

I've have the crap type(new) and have tested the old type(cheers s.mac), the old type fit better, these are the ones to have.

[shimmy]

I have two that I thought were reps but looking at this thread they may be later type.

They fit so bad at 140moph at Snett they popped out the top edge

:banghead:

[madcsl]

I have two that I thought were reps but looking at this thread they may be later type.

They fit so bad at 140moph at Snett they popped out the top edge

:banghead:
Has anyone escalated this issue to BMW? - I would like to believe that a sympathetic senior executive would authorise remaking of the mould (retaining the four hole upgrade - I had a panel beater drill extra holes both sides) and inventory (especially if it was the suppliers mistake)

[sailorbaz]

I have one of the newer ones, and one of the older one and agree with everything that's being said here, the newer ones are PISH! The lip at the top is insufficient and I had to drill two extra holes into my bumper to hold it in place, even then fitment isn't 100%

[NZ_M3]

I test fitted my update set when I still had it and it was fine - but it does need the 4 plastic rivets to hold it secure.

I have noticed however that each splitter seem to be moulded to a particular bumper (I have two bumpers so makes it easier to notice things like these) and swaping one splitter to the other bumper does create fitment issues (i.e doesn't perfectly cover the cut-out in the bumper)

[madcsl]

After failing to fit my uk dealer sourced splitters the local Sydney dealer valiantly applied the global parts warranty and ordered another pair. The first additional pair to arrive were identical so they sent pics and a pair with just two holes arrived that bore the same new part stickers but had a shape which is almost identical to the older Slovenian splitters.

Fitted with just two plastic rivets and looks as good

As the part number is the same forall, worth adding the two holes only request to any orders. They having markings for additional drill holes in case you need them.

[Bounce]

After failing to fit my uk dealer sourced splitters the local Sydney dealer valiantly applied the global parts warranty and ordered another pair. The first additional pair to arrive were identical so they sent pics and a pair with just two holes arrived that bore the same new part stickers but had a shape which is almost identical to the older Slovenian splitters.

Fitted with just two plastic rivets and looks as good

As the part number is the same forall, worth adding the two holes only request to any orders. They having markings for additional drill holes in case you need them.Handy to know.:thumbs:

[select]

Sorry, i need to revive this old thread :whistle:


I have a couple of the old splitters (2 holes) but i want to drill the 2 additional holes from the new design into them.
Does anyone have the exact positions of the new holes? Are there any drawings availiable perhaps from BMW or something.. anything?

I don't want to guess the positions, because when i need some replacement splitters and i were to get the newer 4 hole splitters,
i would need to drill new holes into my shiny bumper again :bigcry:


Thanks guys