[Blk5er33]

Originally Posted by SwankPeRFection

Don’t believe that’s removed, just the rubber air dam gets pulled off of it and transferred to the Mishimoto plate. Here’s the instructions for you to review. https://www.mishimoto.eu/mwdownloads...d/link/id/1508

Thanks for reply. I'm aware that it shouldn't be removed, question is, should it be placed back? I'm thinking it probably should.

[kgelfen360]

Originally Posted by SwankPeRFection

Don’t believe that’s removed, just the rubber air dam gets pulled off of it and transferred to the Mishimoto plate. Here’s the instructions for you to review. https://www.mishimoto.eu/mwdownloads...d/link/id/1508

I think SwankPeRFection is correct but I guess it makes no difference. But if it’s bothering u just go back and get it put on. It’s like 30min project.

[Hit_Apex]

Originally Posted by Blk5er33

I'm aware that it shouldn't be removed, question is, should it be placed back? I'm thinking it probably should.

Deep...

[Blk5er33]

Originally Posted by Hit_Apex

Deep...

If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?
I guess I wouldn't have been concerned if they didn't give the plastic piece back to me. It seems it's main job is to hold the rubber air dam. I doubt it protects or keep the oil cooler in place...

[SwankPeRFection]

Here’s how I look at it. If they had read and followed the instructions, the job would have been done correctly and they got paid. Since you’re PAYING for it to be done for you, they need to do it correctly. It’s on their dime to fix honestly and it should be fixed. This is why I do shit myself. Paying someone else, they just don’t give a fuck to do it right anymore… it’s fucking annoying when people don’t pay attention to details. Maybe print the instructions off so they don’t try and argue against it. Hopefully a copy was on the box with the original part when you took it to them.

[christianb5s4]

Originally Posted by Blk5er33

Thanks for reply. I'm aware that it shouldn't be removed, question is, should it be placed back? I'm thinking it probably should.

I kept mine on when I first installed the Mishimoto, but after lowering on MP HAS, the rubber lip was scraping on significant bumps and quickly got destroyed.

The metal lip on the guard itself extends down a decent way, so that still provides a similar effect to the rubber part.

[Dawgz]

Originally Posted by Blk5er33

Thanks for reply. I'm aware that it shouldn't be removed, question is, should it be placed back? I'm thinking it probably should.

It does nothing but hold the rubber dam.

Now that you have the mishi plate..that OEM part is unnecessary.

TLDR: its ok to leave that uninstalled.

[Dawgz]

Originally Posted by SwankPeRFection

That wasn’t his pic. He took one of Dawgz’ and edited it. If we could see his specific issue, it would be better to understand what pieces he says are missing or perhaps may be covered and he can’t see them.

LOL i was about to say...looks familiar.

[Blk5er33]

Originally Posted by Dawgz

It does nothing but hold the rubber dam.

Now that you have the mishi plate..that OEM part is unnecessary.

TLDR: its ok to leave that uninstalled.

Thanks for the reply. It seems that the F8x generation oil cooler didn't have those plastic pieces on it.

[TopJimmy]

christianb5s4
You are correct that the thin metal edge does provide some vacuum effect, obviously not as much as with the rubber air dam strip, but it works. You can always monitor fluid temps to see if anything runs hotter than normal.

[calbearz24]

Originally Posted by smuttana

Discussed with Zunsport and they offered us 15% Off!

Promo Code: BMW15

https://www.zunsport.com/en/product/...earch=M3%20G80

Thanks for sharing the promo code. It just worked for my order.

[smuttana]

Originally Posted by calbearz24

Thanks for sharing the promo code. It just worked for my order.

Sure np!

[Veracity]

Originally Posted by smuttana

Sure np!

Same, thank you!

[downshiftapex]

My engine oil cooler got punctured and ended up being a costly repair lol. I now have the CSF engine oil cooler that has the mesh protector (similar to Zunsport). Is it worth getting the mishimoto skid plate guard as well?

My car is lowered but I only lowered the front ride height by half an inch.

https://csfrace.com/new-csf-g8x-m3-m...ne-oil-cooler/

[Berzerker]

Originally Posted by downshiftapex

My engine oil cooler got punctured and ended up being a costly repair lol. I now have the CSF engine oil cooler that has the mesh protector (similar to Zunsport). Is it worth getting the mishimoto skid plate guard as well?

My car is lowered but I only lowered the front ride height by half an inch.

https://csfrace.com/new-csf-g8x-m3-m...ne-oil-cooler/

Don't see any benefit to doing both, or even if they'd both fit.

[Mike02z]

I know it’s a pipe-dream but when this occurs on a stock height M3/M4 I’d think there could be a case made that poor design causes the issues. It sucks that people have to either pay themselves or get their insurance to cover it due to a poor BMW design. I mean how much could it cost for BMW to add some protection to the oil cooler before it leaves the factory?

I do feel bad for the folks who lower their cars but I don’t believe anyone could hold BMW responsible for the bad design when the car was lowered 😔

[forcefed]

Originally Posted by downshiftapex

My engine oil cooler got punctured and ended up being a costly repair lol. I now have the CSF engine oil cooler that has the mesh protector (similar to Zunsport). Is it worth getting the mishimoto skid plate guard as well?

My car is lowered but I only lowered the front ride height by half an inch.

https://csfrace.com/new-csf-g8x-m3-m...ne-oil-cooler/

The Mishimoto is good for large objects, don't think the csf grill will help much in that case. I added a mesh under mine for smaller debris.

Evolve just released a video where they added a skid plate to their csf oil cooler.

[road rage richie]

Originally Posted by Mike02z

I know it’s a pipe-dream but when this occurs on a stock height M3/M4 I’d think there could be a case made that poor design causes the issues. It sucks that people have to either pay themselves or get their insurance to cover it due to a poor BMW design. I mean how much could it cost for BMW to add some protection to the oil cooler before it leaves the factory?

I do feel bad for the folks who lower their cars but I don’t believe anyone could hold BMW responsible for the bad design when the car was lowered 😔

Could ripe for class action but my dealer said that in the aggregate a very small number of cars get cooler damage. Who knows? I have a terrible slope where my driveway meets the street and an insane permitting process to boot. I have to ask the village but I want to chop up about 2 feet of my driveway and re-pore it - but if its not a "repair" and I need a permit forget about it. I have to back in SLOWLY - afraid for that cooler.

Years ago I had a Volvo XC station wagon (The first new car I got -wife insisted "for the baby") about 2000 miles in the fuel line came loose and the wheel wears a hole in it. Volvo says: Its not covered under the warranty its from "wear and tear" but we will fix it for free. I think they said that for legal reasons. My attitude was it was design flaw and I would drive it until it burst into flame and then have some fun with Volvo - but they recognized the folly gave me a loaner and fixed it ASAP.

[7Dub7]

Originally Posted by eric325ci

I live in South Florida only minutes away from Southeast Coating and Fabrication, so I decided to call them directly to inquire. I spoke to the owner, Paul, who is an incredibly nice guy and happens to be a G87 M2 owner himself.

I highly recommend reaching out to Southeast Coating and Fabrication to protect your oil cooler, so I’ve added their contact info below:

Price: $325
Southeast Coating and Fabrication
IG: southeast_coating_fabrication
(954) 960-5461
Location: Pompano Beach, FL

I suggest no one buy from them if you want a smooth experience.

Southeast coating fabrication are absolute scammers. Not only did I receive mine late, it doesn’t even fit properly . After paying the labor to put it on, its all wonky (as seen in picture below)
After talking to Paul he cut me short and basically said he’d send me a new one the next day (im in Florida also). To which I was ok with. A week goes by, nothing, two go by nothing. After calling him says he’ll send it out next day. He doesn’t.

One month goes by, and mind you this oil cooler scrapes everywhere (since it doesn’t fit), and it starts banging around at speeds of 90+. So I’ve had the car for a month and a half at this point and a full month of that im not able to enjoy it…

I had enough so I call him asking for a refund, he then proceeds to lie to me that they sent me a replacement week ago. And he’s fine with refunding me if I send that one back. I asked for tracking info or any proof, to which he’s rushing me to get off the phone cause he’s going into a “meeting”
Ever since then he hasn’t responded to any calls and has been ghosting me.

Avoid these crooks. (Check out other people they scammed here)

[forcefed]

Originally Posted by 7Dub7

After paying the labor to put it on, its all wonky (as seen in picture below)

Whoever did the install should have noticed the issue and widened the holes a bit. Mine does bow a little bit but nothing that extreme.

[Mike02z]

Originally Posted by forcefed

Whoever did the install should have noticed the issue and widened the holes a bit. Mine does bow a little bit but nothing that extreme.

I have no skin in this game since I have the Zunsport but I don’t think the issue with the fit is the problem. It’s all about after-sales support. Whether the product is good or not I hear about poor customer service and I’m out. Anyone can sell a product but providing after sales support is my #1 priority when purchasing products.

[7Dub7]

Originally Posted by Mike02z

I have no skin in this game since I have the Zunsport but I don’t think the issue with the fit is the problem. It’s all about after-sales support. Whether the product is good or not I hear about poor customer service and I’m out. Anyone can sell a product but providing after sales support is my #1 priority when purchasing products.

Exactly.. how could you try to blame the installer
They’re just installing the product.. what more can they do with a poorly made product..