R56 NM Carbon Fiber Front Lip Splitter
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I am considering the NM front splitter vs. Group4 front splitter.
I like the cleaner look of the NM but wonder if adjustability of the Group4 splitter will be more important than looks.
At speed, I am also concerned about the NM with only 4 mounting points on the underside of the car.
Either way, both look great for street use.
I like the cleaner look of the NM but wonder if adjustability of the Group4 splitter will be more important than looks.
At speed, I am also concerned about the NM with only 4 mounting points on the underside of the car.
Either way, both look great for street use.
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Install
So, I installed the front lip today. Here are some pics throughout the process. I'll start off by saying that the lip is of incredible build quality and it shows in the fit. This is about the only piece of aftermarket bodywork to fit like it's supposed to without modification.
I show a pic of the screws on the bottom, as this was a point of concern for some of you - the lip is very secure once everything is buttoned up again.
In terms of the functionality, the scoops or vents made in the splitter serve to increase downforce on the front end of the car at high speed, but the way that stock plastic lip is behind these openings, I'm afraid it's going to dampen this effect. I think I'm going to trim this plastic piece a bit so the air can flow under the car.
I show a pic of the screws on the bottom, as this was a point of concern for some of you - the lip is very secure once everything is buttoned up again.
In terms of the functionality, the scoops or vents made in the splitter serve to increase downforce on the front end of the car at high speed, but the way that stock plastic lip is behind these openings, I'm afraid it's going to dampen this effect. I think I'm going to trim this plastic piece a bit so the air can flow under the car.
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Originally Posted by Douglas H
Can you tell any difference at 80 mph or higher in how the car tracks?
Originally Posted by sLy201
like someone else said did you feel the difference ???
Originally Posted by G33KGUY
Thank you for posting the pics of the install. The fitment looks great!
Yes, it's on the high end of cost for front lip spoilers, but looks like the fit and finish are first class.
Yes, it's on the high end of cost for front lip spoilers, but looks like the fit and finish are first class.
Thanks for the compliments everyone!
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Right on Dr. Fox. I was working with Detroit Tuned and per their conversation with NM Engineering, the 2011 front lip is more rounded, which means the current front lip spoiler will not be fully flush. Detroit Tuned also stated NM Engineering is working to release an updated front lip spoiler for the 2011+ models in April.
Needless to say I'm waiting until April. I have a 2011 MCS.
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Pulling this thread up in case anyone does a search - unfortunately, Neuspeed is no longer manufacturing this item, and they have none in stock. I checked with a few vendors that showed this product on their sites, but they don't have any either (most just drop shipped them from Neuspeed/NM Engineering). They told me that there just wasn't enough demand any longer. Too bad, it looks like a nice product.
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