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07-23-2008, 03:51 PM | #1 |
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New CF roof Group Buy for Z4 M/non-M Coupe
I am putting together a Group Buy for those interested in a VERY high quality CF roof for their Z4 Coupe. The master thread is HERE.
I am also curious what other CF products the Z community would like to see produced. I have an "in" with Carbon Smith now, and they have told me that they are willing to make us ANYTHING so long as we can justify their expenses with appropriate sales. So let's brainstorm! |
07-23-2008, 04:12 PM | #2 |
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I was always curious about how this works,
is this a replacement to the metal roof with cut and weld type? or just CF piece glued on top of metal top? |
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07-23-2008, 04:31 PM | #3 |
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-This CF panel replaces the BMW steel panel. Installation is pretty straightforward. Both are held in place with four bolts and a bead of industrial adhesive. The net weight savings is 12lbs. It's possible to DIY installation, depending on your level of mechanical expertise.
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I thought coupe had a welded roof. I think this is such a cool mod and i would have done it in my heart beat if I had a coupe. |
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For non-coupes GP20 suggested a CF hardtop, which is one of the most saleable ideas I've heard of so far. |
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07-23-2008, 06:45 PM | #7 |
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How bout a lightweight trunk and F/R diffusers?
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07-23-2008, 07:25 PM | #8 |
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i would be interested if the price is right. the hardtop itself is around 2k. not sure how much material and cost would require. hopefully not too much
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07-23-2008, 09:26 PM | #11 |
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just brainstorming here but:
how about carbon fibre roll hoop covers for the roadies?
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07-23-2008, 09:32 PM | #12 |
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I'd like to see a vorsteiner style carbon fiber hood.
No one makes CF hoods for our cars!
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07-23-2008, 10:31 PM | #13 |
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wow thats pricey... mine was free
if i had the cash, id do it but itll have to wait
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-I'm already in talks about the effectiveness of a real rear diffuser, maybe even an adjustable one. First I need to see if it can be done while keeping the stock exhaust location.
-You mean the grill insert or the grill trim? Or the whole thing? Quote:
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I was kicking around an idea of making just CF GTR vents that could be mounted to the stock aluminum hood by cutting holes in it (a template would have to be supplied) and then attaching the GTR vents. But I'm not sure if that could be done without it looking clunky. It would certainly cut costs for the whole project considerably! |
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Just a thought but how about a CF Trim kit, exterior only though, such as side mirror covers, front grill(both pieces), tail light trim for the pre facelift Z's, and as mentioned above, CF roll hoops? Just a thought.
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07-24-2008, 02:05 AM | #16 |
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or some type of spoiler... maybe similar to the alpina one
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07-24-2008, 07:10 AM | #18 |
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regarding the front grill, i mean the the trimi (the outside part like someone on this board did with theirs). and yes, i'd also be very interested in a rear carbon fibre wing and definatly the hard top
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07-24-2008, 10:08 AM | #21 |
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If I remember correctly...CF is about 2/3 - 3/4 the density of aluminum.
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07-24-2008, 10:35 AM | #22 |
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JSP makes universal ones you can install. But then its a splitter I'm thinking about...
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