06-12-2022, 01:26 AM | #1 |
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Rear diffuser for x7 with tow package?
My X7 40i came with tow package and I don’t like the rear look of it. Is there a way to install a diffuser (like Maxon) to cover it?
Or do I need to replace the current rear bumper with the one without tow package and then install the diffuser? Any help or suggestion is appreciated.
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06-12-2022, 12:30 PM | #3 |
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Image attached, thanks to Google. Too lazy to get out and take one, rainy Seattle you know.
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The problem with BMW X5 and X7 with tow packages is that the surrounding area and trim is always body colored. So it looks worse on non-black X's.
Mercedes, Porsche, and Audi have it done right as their tow packages always have black trim and surrounding area panels. |
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06-12-2022, 07:21 PM | #6 |
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My X7 is carbon black but still looks bad.
Has anybody done anything about it? I may have to call the bmw parts tomorrow to get this handled. My X5 has stealth hitch and when I don’t need it I remove it.
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06-12-2022, 09:07 PM | #7 |
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The stealth hitch is great, but the OEM hitch is preferred for me. I have the stealth hitch on my X5M and my wife's GLS. My issue with the stealth hitch is how low it is because it has to run under the bumper and how much it sticks out - a bit too much in the X5M and not enough on the GLS. Again, I'm thankful that stealth has a good solution, but I wish I could have a factor hitch. I'm getting one on the '23 X7 that will replace the GLS.
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I'll see if a local shop can make some clip on.
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Like which diffuser? Any link of that thread? I can’t find any
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06-15-2022, 07:04 AM | #12 |
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My mistake. Looks like only the Renegade kit covers up the tow hitch.
https://g07.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...postcount=1378 |
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Obviously a personal preference (hence this thread) but I love the rugged looks that the factory tow hitch brings. Definitely would not want to hide it in any way.
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Bringing this thread back to life, anyone have any other solutions to covering (then uncovering when needed) the OEM tow hitch? I want and need mine but don't love the look.
The only solution I know of is the Renegade rear diffuser with the removable tow hitch cover. That, however, is $2700 shipped to me... |
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Would anyone be able to provide the part number for the factory rear diffuser, without the tow hitch opening, for an M Sport bumper (M50i)?
I'm about to remove my OEM setup and put a regular diffuser back on the rear bumper. I'd like the potential utility of the hitch but my GLE has one anyways (and it looks pretty damn good for the record)... |
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Oh well, it looks pretty sweet anyway so I'll take it! |
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