I bought an M3 bumper on Amazon... how bad is it? (e36 build part 3)
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- Опубликовано: 14 янв 2022
- In today's video, we test fit, install, and review Dory's new M3 bumper from Amazon. This bumper specifically is from DNA motoring, but there are a number of sellers on amazon selling e36 M3 style front bumper covers, all around $175.
This is part 3 of the e36 build series for Dory the convertible -- next week, we paint match the bumper and mount it on the car for good :) Thanks for watching.
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FOR MY E36 FRIENDS -- here's the link for the bumper: amzn.to/3I4oMcM
If you're considering this bumper, clicking this link is an awesome way to support the channel at no extra cost :) Hope you enjoyed the video.
Thanks for making this video! I just bought this bumper from an EBay vendor. This will help me a ton when installing it this week.
Awesome! I’m so glad to hear it, I hope the install goes smoothly :) Little tip on securing the grill that I didn’t mention in the video
: try using small twist-on wire connectors on the little pegs to hold the grill in. They’re removable and super secure!
Quality stuff, excited to see where this build goes!
Thank you! I’m excited too :)
The sensor on the air duct is an outside temperature sensor .
The impact strips are actually smooth on M3s until mid 1995 then became textured after... (at least that is the case for Euro M3, don't exactly know for US specs)
that’s super interesting, I had no idea. Dory’s a 1998, so maybe i should get textured trim to be period correct
We're did you bought your bolts kit 👀?
I have a 93’ 325i metallic Black don’t stop with the OEM+ build any and everything helps the community
I was originally looking at black verts before i found Dory! Sick color, i’m jealous. And for sure, not planning on stopping any time soon :)
Great series Logan! Stumbled on your channel while doing e30 restoration homework. If you ever need an extra hand , would love to share what I’ve learned. Restoring a 325i on the streets of the U district
heck yeah, thanks Dave! We’re in the same neighborhood. Would love to see more of your e30 - do you have an instagram? (feel free to DM me there if you want to chat cars: @loganandrewtaylor)
im restoring a 95 325i rn
Im rebuilding a 325i now would love for some help on what you know
its an ambient air temperature sensor
Sensor is outside temperature control
Outside air temp sensor in brake duct
bro THANK YOU mystery solved
Gutter bolts work well for crash bar
i was actually thinking about that but decided to go with hardware i already had on hand - thanks for the tip :)
Link to the bolts?
So, anobody knows what are those sensors at the air duct are for yet?
Someone said external air temp!
Temp sensor
What mm screws you use to replace those trash plastic ones
eek i wish i could remember.. i think they were around 5-6mm diameter if i had to guess? It’s most important to get ones with conical heads and washers that sit at the very top of the head so that they’re flat enough to sit behind the trim :) hope that makes sense
@@logan-taylor thanks mah man 👍🏼
Aye local wa e36 owner. If you in the tac Seattle area let’s slide
i’m up in seattle seattle but always down to drive anywhere w dory
Does it come with all the trim??
yep! Comes with all the impact stripping (main trim), front grill and little crush washer things to mount the grill. Also includes fog light brackets, as they’re slightly different from non-m bumpers.
Air temperature sensor
On my e36, the Ambient air temp sensor is on the driver's side and the sensor on the passenger side is temp sensor for heated windshield washer nozzles.
What about the grille?
Grille fits great, high quality molding, etc. but It comes with crimp washers to hold it in and they’re really bad quality. I would suggest replacing them with small screws or discreet zip ties. Otherwise, grill looks and fits great.
I cant get the grill to fit properly. It came with those washers but pins wont line up to get it mounted flush to inside of the bumper. Ugh
@@ericdye5056mine just came off. Thank goodness i found it on the road and no accidents! They didn’t last a day for me.
so should I get it orrr….
if you’re willing to go through the whole paint/prep process and you don’t mind the non removable lip, i say yes. if you’re ok spending a bit more money for a turner motorsport/garage is tic/etc. one, then i think you should go that direction :)
Link?
i just pinned the comment - let me know if the link is broken or anything!
ascot green?
super close, it’s technically morea green! Ascot green is super cool though
first
Thank you for being such a dedicated Dory fan 😍
Those plastic clips come out by pushing the centre of them out with a small Allen key or screwdriver 🪛
^^ yes!!! I figured this out FAR too late and neglected to include it in the video. I’d still recommend replacing with metal fasteners if you’re in there, but they’re definitely salvageable if you’re smart about it (which, unfortunately, I was not).