I get that there are uncertainty, but a simple response like yours would be appreciated for those with the same concern.
Carbon Fiber Mudguard Group Buy
Update 4/19: in the search for a new carbon manufacturer as the previous company would not commit to delivering on proper communications. Will maintain the round list unless anyone explicitly asks to be removed.
Hey wagon gang,
With E46 touring mudguards being well out of production at this stage, there are few options other than looking to scrap yards (good luck) or finding a used set.
Given the current demand for more Touring parts, I've reached out to multiple manufacturers to commission a set. While my original intent was to find a plastic manufacturer, I've since made a connection with [OMITTED] who manufactures—you guessed it—carbon mud guards and flaps. While much of their work is layered and cut, they have molding capabilities as well to provide an OE replica of the E46 Touring guards.
We have worked to a group buy price of $200 for the set of 4 guards molded to OE Spec in either matte or gloss carbon, shipped ConUS.
The estimated production time for the first set of 10 is 4 weeks from the close of the Group Buy
Round 1
1. ArtifactsInMotion (Matte)
2. ///Mark_D (Matte)
3. vtwagon (matte)
4. Jakl (matte)
5. JoeTan (matte)
6. Archbid (matte)
7. Tbouchard991 (matte)
8. Crossworth1 (matte)
9. Dadw6n (matte)
10. Not_Special (gloss)
Round 2
11. thebfg (matte)
12. thetangstr (matte)
13. stiegmanjr (matte)
Note: I am not receiving any compensation from [OMITTED], merely facilitating the thread because I initiated the discussion, and I really want some damn mudguards
Hey wagon gang,
With E46 touring mudguards being well out of production at this stage, there are few options other than looking to scrap yards (good luck) or finding a used set.
Given the current demand for more Touring parts, I've reached out to multiple manufacturers to commission a set. While my original intent was to find a plastic manufacturer, I've since made a connection with [OMITTED] who manufactures—you guessed it—carbon mud guards and flaps. While much of their work is layered and cut, they have molding capabilities as well to provide an OE replica of the E46 Touring guards.
We have worked to a group buy price of $200 for the set of 4 guards molded to OE Spec in either matte or gloss carbon, shipped ConUS.
The estimated production time for the first set of 10 is 4 weeks from the close of the Group Buy
Round 1
1. ArtifactsInMotion (Matte)
2. ///Mark_D (Matte)
3. vtwagon (matte)
4. Jakl (matte)
5. JoeTan (matte)
6. Archbid (matte)
7. Tbouchard991 (matte)
8. Crossworth1 (matte)
9. Dadw6n (matte)
10. Not_Special (gloss)
Round 2
11. thebfg (matte)
12. thetangstr (matte)
13. stiegmanjr (matte)
Note: I am not receiving any compensation from [OMITTED], merely facilitating the thread because I initiated the discussion, and I really want some damn mudguards
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I wanna say that the shape of the regular rear bumper and the MTech II bumper is the same at the wheel arch, and only changes as you transition rearward... But without having each of the two bumpers side by side, I can't say for sure. It's hard to tell just by looking at photos.
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Does anyone who's done a rear bumper swap still have their standard bumper on hand to compare? With the original mud guards being flexible plastic, it's possible the material would account for any difference in bumper shape. Not so much with rigid carbon fiber.
I guess we'd also want to confirm the same thing is true with the standard side skirts and MtechII side skirts. I've actually got both of those that I could lay them side by side. The difference in style lines on those doesn't start for a few feet rearward of the front wheel arch. Where it actually meets up with the fender it appears to have the same curve.
Does anyone who's done a rear bumper swap still have their standard bumper on hand to compare? With the original mud guards being flexible plastic, it's possible the material would account for any difference in bumper shape. Not so much with rigid carbon fiber.
I guess we'd also want to confirm the same thing is true with the standard side skirts and MtechII side skirts. I've actually got both of those that I could lay them side by side. The difference in style lines on those doesn't start for a few feet rearward of the front wheel arch. Where it actually meets up with the fender it appears to have the same curve.
Hello to all you Wagon Masters. I have been searching (unsuccessfully) for a few years for mudguards for my 2004 325 iT. I ordered my first wagon in 2000 with mudguards & bought the second one used without them. It’s become a big problem with my winter tires & I would love to join in the group purchase. Please advise how we do this. Matte is my preference, but I will buy anything that fits.Hey wagon gang,
With E46 touring mudguards being well out of production at this stage, there are few options other than looking to scrap yards (good luck) or finding a used set.
Given the current demand for more Touring parts, I've reached out to multiple manufacturers to commission a set. While my original intent was to find a plastic manufacturer, I've since made a connection with CarbonGuards who manufactures—you guessed it—carbon mud guards and flaps. While much of their work is layered and cut, they have molding capabilities as well to provide an OE replica of the E46 Touring guards.
We have worked to a group buy price of $200 for the set of 4 guards molded to OE Spec in either matte or gloss carbon, shipped ConUS.
The estimated production time for the first set of 10 is 4 weeks from the close of the Group Buy
1. ArtifactsInMotion (Matte)
2. ///Mark_D (Matte)
3. vtwagon (matte)
4. Jakl (matte)
5. JoeTan (matte)
6. Archbid (matte)
7. Tbouchard991 (matte)
8. Crossworth1 (matte)
9. Dadw6n (matte)
10.
Note: I am not receiving any compensation from Carbon Guards, merely facilitating the thread because I initiated the discussion, and I really want some damn mudguards
Jim — member #360320
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BMW Mudflaps.
I sense incoming flame, so lemme explain. I got a upcoming series of roadtrips, want to add some protection for my paint, tape wont due the trick since I know it will rain. Alot. I know BMW make mudflaps, my question is, how are they mounted? Is it something easy to put on and take off?
www.e46fanatics.com
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