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Torgus

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The M3 braces would be my choice, or one of the aftermarket options for the Ms that triangulate the towers.

I don't think any of the aftermarket bars triangulate them. I think they expect you to remove the V and use a tradition brace. I looked into to this before. If you have a link to one please let me know. I'm on the fence of M3 brace or a regular strut brace.
 

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JimboFresh206

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Nice to see another one, you should get the MAC valve bracket from Jeff :) really cleaned mine up

(Just Noticed you have it, I can send pics/the install PDF of where it goes, it holds the washer fill neck in place)

If you hog out the holes on the ET you can use a couple washers below it, and it will fit back into its stock location.

I really liked how i could keep everything in the stock spot with that kit (for the most part)
 
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Nice! hows the clearance to the outlet with the n55 tank?? was really considering it :)
 

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I don't think any of the aftermarket bars triangulate them. I think they expect you to remove the V and use a tradition brace. I looked into to this before. If you have a link to one please let me know. I'm on the fence of M3 brace or a regular strut brace.
Turner makes, or made, one.
 

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Nice! hows the clearance to the outlet with the n55 tank?? was really considering it :)
Thank you! Fitment was much much better with the N55 tank it sits a lot higher compared to n54 outlet! I’m a little ocd and like it to have it mounted straight lol! But you could shave the location tap on the outlet and turn the hose a little
 
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Yeah i did all that with the n54 tank and it was still tight, but i got it to sit straight (same page on that one)

I was trying to figure out if the n55 tank would clear better, but didn't want to take the plunge and find out otherwise lol. thanks for sharing

man!

Im going to pick one up ASAP.
 
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Yeah i did all that with the n54 tank and it was still tight, but i got it to sit straight (same page on that one)

I was trying to figure out if the n55 tank would clear better, but didn't want to take the plunge and find out otherwise lol. thanks for sharing

man!

Im going to pick one up ASAP.
No problem glad I could help to clarify! It looks cleaner with the n55 tank!
 
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Turner makes, or made, one.

https://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-E90-M3/c-65-bmw-strut-braces

All the Wiechers bars look like the replace the V with the straight across.

I was going to do the M3 V and a brace across but I can't find anyone who makes that. My current thought the stock V brace and a CF strut bar as it should give more rigidity that the M3 V alone.

Wiecher's bar installed on an S65:
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https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1326038 <-- Discussion on triangulated the strut towers to the firewall.

https://www.schmiedmann.com/en/bmw-e90/1953116-new?product=067041
 

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https://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-E90-M3/c-65-bmw-strut-braces

All the Wiechers bars look like the replace the V with the straight across.

I was going to do the M3 V and a brace across but I can't find anyone who makes that. My current thought the stock V brace and a CF strut bar as it should give more rigidity that the M3 V alone.

Wiecher's bar installed on an S65:
image_130044_big.jpg


image_130046_big.jpg


https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1326038 <-- Discussion on triangulated the strut towers to the firewall.

https://www.schmiedmann.com/en/bmw-e90/1953116-new?product=067041
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Torgus

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I saw that but I don't think the brace would do much that far back...I also don't really want any UltraRacing parts on my car. Not the best name out there. I guess it is better than nothing.

I am surprised no one ever made a bar to triangulate the braces for an M3. Seems like it would be easy money. I mean people made a 100% useless rear strut bar for them.


For the side exit did you lose the windshield washer tank? I would think through the hood would have been easier? Any reason side exit was chosen vs. hood?
 
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JimboFresh206

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@Turby

any chance you remember what 8 wires it was?

would be cool if we can just make a jumper harness :)

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whats up with the PS reservoir, is that just a cover?! looks cool!
 

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Wiring left to clean up and some powder coating of parts once built engine is ready.
 
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