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Scotty200
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Post Sat Aug 19, 2017 8:52 am

Hi all, I'm after some advice after removing my wing to replace I've noticed my valance has rotted out near the bumper mounts I'm guessing a common problem? Do I buy a new one aftermarket? Are they good fitment?or from BMW I'm guessing mega money? Or take it off and fabricate new metal and weld in? Any advice from anybody who has this problem would be great
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Post Sat Aug 19, 2017 8:57 am

you might as well just replace it with a new one.

be warned though, most replacement panels from bmw seem to be pattern parts now a days. though the price is still a bit steep,

you can get one form here \/\/\/\/\/\/

http://www.carz2.co.uk/bmw-315-325-e30- ... 6186-c.asp

there's no real difference between the 325i & 324D front panel.

got one on my sport & it fits perfectly.
if it's got t*ts or wheels it's bound to be trouble...............prove me wrong.
getting oral sex off an ugly person is like rock climbing.....don't look down ;)
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Post Sat Aug 19, 2017 9:45 am

Hi thanks for your reply
I was looking at the one from carz2 was only worried about fitment, a perfect fit is good enough for me good to hear from somebody that has fitted one aswell cheers
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Post Sat Aug 19, 2017 9:54 am

no worries dude,

word of advise, when fitting it get all the bolts lined up loose then tighten them a few turns each at a time & it will line up.
if it's got t*ts or wheels it's bound to be trouble...............prove me wrong.
getting oral sex off an ugly person is like rock climbing.....don't look down ;)