Sterckenn upper splitter fitment

GuyLedouche · 02-09-2019, 02:21 PM

I just installed these sterckenn pieces. There are beautifully constructed but don’t seem to fit very well. Both sides have the same gap so it’s consistent. Anyone have the same issue?

LOW4LYF · 02-09-2019, 05:43 PM

Ouch! I thought the Fitment is perfect.

aBMWfan · 02-09-2019, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Ouch! I thought the Fitment is perfect.

Me too. Are you 100% those are Stercken?

GuyLedouche · 02-10-2019, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by aBMWfan

Me too. Are you 100% those are Stercken?

Ya they are. Unless IND sold me a bootleg set.

shay2nak · 02-10-2019, 05:36 PM

Mine are like that. They all are IIRC.

GuyLedouche · 02-10-2019, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

Mine are like that. They all are IIRC.

I hope that’s not the case. I guess I can shove another 400$ In wadded cash to fill that gap.

LOW4LYF · 02-10-2019, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by shay2nak

Mine are like that. They all are IIRC.

Really? In that case I would just go with the $69 eBay splitters...

Does status gruppe fits better???

Nate@IND · 02-11-2019, 10:12 AM

Based on the photo the bumper insert was not installed in the correct position. I recommend having a body shop remove it so that it does not crack. Then they can adjust it.

shay2nak · 02-11-2019, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GuyLedouche

I hope that’s not the case. I guess I can shove another 400$ In wadded cash to fill that gap.

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Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Really? In that case I would just go with the $69 eBay splitters...

Does status gruppe fits better???

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Originally Posted by Nate@IND

Based on the photo the bumper insert was not installed in the correct position. I recommend having a body shop remove it so that it does not crack. Then they can adjust it.

Let me double check. When I installed it, it felt as if it were in the correct position. I did some test fitting before and both sides are identical.

GuyLedouche · 02-11-2019, 12:54 PM

I did a thorough dry fit. Any adjustments just increased the gap. I put them on in hopes the tape would help but it's too much.

chetman7 · 02-12-2019, 01:59 PM

I have the status gruppe ones and there is a gaps as well..slightly.
I've seen a bunch fo sterckenn pictures in the web and some of them do have the gap if you zoom in

shay2nak · 02-12-2019, 02:34 PM

Mine has small gap on each side. It's possible there's variation in the sets since these are carbon. It's fitted all the way to the back underneath. Pressing around, it seems the outer bottom sides are not totally stuck on.

nano10 · 02-12-2019, 06:55 PM

I just got a set of the same from iND and will be here next week. I will see if I have any issues with fitment. Super bummer if the fitment is not spot on considering how much they are

Zubek · 02-13-2019, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by GuyLedouche

I just installed these sterckenn pieces. There are beautifully constructed but don’t seem to fit very well. Both sides have the same gap so it’s consistent. Anyone have the same issue?

I had no issues with my parts whatsoever. Fitment was spot on without any gaps. By looking at your picture it seems you positioned them to close to the edge.

Did you use a shop for an install ? I was trying to do it by myself but gave up on that since 3M tape ain't easy to remove and you have only one chance to do it.

That's how mine are mounted:

shay2nak · 02-13-2019, 12:38 PM

Then they made the part too long (left to right). So you have to position from the inside first to not get a gap, but then how would you know if the tape will stick to the bumper on the outer edge? I positioned from outside to the inside.

I have pics, will post later.

shay2nak · 02-13-2019, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Zubek

I had no issues with my parts whatsoever. Fitment was spot on without any gaps. By looking at your picture it seems you positioned them to close to the edge.

Did you use a shop for an install ? I was trying to do it by myself but gave up on that since 3M tape ain't easy to remove and you have only one chance to do it.

That's how mine are mounted:

Can you take a pic from a top angle looking down? Depending on the angle you will see a gap.

TRYM3 · 02-13-2019, 01:37 PM

I actually bought mine on eBay. The fitment, weave and quality is damn near perfect!

LOW4LYF · 02-13-2019, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TRYM3

I actually bought mine on eBay. The fitment, weave and quality is damn near perfect!

Link?

symple84 · 02-13-2019, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by LOW4LYF

Link?

He helped me out with the info, so here is the link:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/REAL-Carbon...53.m2763.l2649

Ferg · 02-14-2019, 03:04 PM

They need to be moved more out toward the edges of the outside of the car. This should decrease that gap. I have them on my car and have to do a few placements. Heat up and slowly remove or take to a body shop.

GuyLedouche · 02-14-2019, 06:27 PM

I guess I’ll try it again but moving outboard makes no sense. They shouldn’t install tape on the outboard side if that’s the intention.

psuwcc112 · 02-16-2019, 12:23 PM

Yes, the gap can definitely be minimized if you move around splitter. I still have the splitters and used to have the full sterckenn carbon package, they definitely make one of the best quality aftermarket carbon parts you can buy. Feel free to check my IG for pictures.

https://www.instagram.com/yasmpower/

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02-11-2019, 12:54 PM	#10
GuyLedouche Lieutenant 586 Rep 467 Posts Drives: F82/718 GT4 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: NH iTrader: (2)	I did a thorough dry fit. Any adjustments just increased the gap. I put them on in hopes the tape would help but it's too much.
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02-12-2019, 01:59 PM	#11
chetman7 Lieutenant 129 Rep 536 Posts Drives: F80 m3 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	I have the status gruppe ones and there is a gaps as well..slightly. I've seen a bunch fo sterckenn pictures in the web and some of them do have the gap if you zoom in
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02-12-2019, 02:34 PM	#12
shay2nak smoke if ya got 'em 1070 Rep 2,179 Posts Drives: F80 M3/Lotus Exige/500 Abarth Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Calipornia iTrader: (0)	Mine has small gap on each side. It's possible there's variation in the sets since these are carbon. It's fitted all the way to the back underneath. Pressing around, it seems the outer bottom sides are not totally stuck on.
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02-12-2019, 06:55 PM	#13
nano10 Lieutenant Colonel 448 Rep 1,846 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lake Forest, CA iTrader: (6)	I just got a set of the same from iND and will be here next week. I will see if I have any issues with fitment. Super bummer if the fitment is not spot on considering how much they are
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02-13-2019, 12:38 PM	#15
shay2nak smoke if ya got 'em 1070 Rep 2,179 Posts Drives: F80 M3/Lotus Exige/500 Abarth Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Calipornia iTrader: (0)	Then they made the part too long (left to right). So you have to position from the inside first to not get a gap, but then how would you know if the tape will stick to the bumper on the outer edge? I positioned from outside to the inside. I have pics, will post later.
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TRYM3 Captain 279 Rep 615 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Pennsylvania iTrader: (2)	I actually bought mine on eBay. The fitment, weave and quality is damn near perfect!
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Ferg Master of my own domain!! 153 Rep 1,049 Posts Drives: F82 M4/F15 X5 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Huntsville, AL iTrader: (0)	They need to be moved more out toward the edges of the outside of the car. This should decrease that gap. I have them on my car and have to do a few placements. Heat up and slowly remove or take to a body shop.
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02-14-2019, 06:27 PM	#21
GuyLedouche Lieutenant 586 Rep 467 Posts Drives: F82/718 GT4 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: NH iTrader: (2)	I guess I’ll try it again but moving outboard makes no sense. They shouldn’t install tape on the outboard side if that’s the intention.
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02-16-2019, 12:23 PM	#22
psuwcc112 Major 444 Rep 1,061 Posts Drives: 2015 YMB M4 coupe Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Dublin, CA iTrader: (7)	Yes, the gap can definitely be minimized if you move around splitter. I still have the splitters and used to have the full sterckenn carbon package, they definitely make one of the best quality aftermarket carbon parts you can buy. Feel free to check my IG for pictures. https://www.instagram.com/yasmpower/ __________________ 2015 F82 YMB M4 (Feb 28th ED, re-deliveried on Apr 18th) \|My 2015 YMB M4 ED Journal 2008 E92 SSII M3 Coupe (Sold) \| My long gone 2008 E92 SSII M3 2002 E39 SG 530i (Gone)
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