My splitter installation

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:00 PM

So, I originally picked up a splitter off AliExpress and initially thought it was going to be great. Turned out the fitment was horrendous and the seller kept saying it was 100% fitment. I threw it in the trash last week cause I was tired of looking at the waste of money.
Still wanting a front splitter, I checked eBay and was able to buy one including brackets for a fraction of the cost of OEM. (Actually have two sets of the brackets now)
This splitter fits almost perfectly! It wraps around the sides perfectly and fits the brackets well. I would say 98% fitment. I decided to attempt the install yesterday and it was pretty straightforward. Two sets of hands and this would have taken two hours tops. Including making my own "Z" style bracket to hold the center. Sorry for the long write up, here's some pictures.

I'm going to wrap it

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:04 PM

This is the original one I purchased. Had it colour matched. Paint job was the best part lol

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:05 PM

Here is the new one with installation.

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:07 PM

Sorry for multiple posts. It kept crashing.

CT335xi · 05-12-2019, 03:12 PM

Looks nice and aggressive!!

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CT335xi

Looks nice and aggressive!!

Thanks!

The Libertine · 05-12-2019, 03:26 PM

I think it turned out great. Subtle mod that makes a noticeable difference in appearance!

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by The Libertine

I think it turned out great. Subtle mod that makes a noticeable difference in appearance!

Appreciate it 😊

Maverik259 · 05-12-2019, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Russmov

Sorry for multiple posts. It kept crashing.

Nice work. I would only say throw on a small bead of black caulk to hide the beta link you can see through the gaps. Plus it'll help keep water out of there!

Russmov · 05-12-2019, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Maverik259

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Originally Posted by Russmov

Sorry for multiple posts. It kept crashing.

Nice work. I would only say throw on a small bead of black caulk to hide the beta link you can see through the gaps. Plus it'll help keep water out of there!

Thanks!
Yeah that's my plan, think I will wrap it first (or attempt lol)and then apply tape either side of gap and lay a bead down.

Markbebb · 05-13-2019, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Russmov

So, I originally picked up a splitter off AliExpress and initially thought it was going to be great. Turned out the fitment was horrendous and the seller kept saying it was 100% fitment. I threw it in the trash last week cause I was tired of looking at the waste of money.
Still wanting a front splitter, I checked eBay and was able to buy one including brackets for a fraction of the cost of OEM. (Actually have two sets of the brackets now)
This splitter fits almost perfectly! It wraps around the sides perfectly and fits the brackets well. I would say 98% fitment. I decided to attempt the install yesterday and it was pretty straightforward. Two sets of hands and this would have taken two hours tops. Including making my own "Z" style bracket to hold the center. Sorry for the long write up, here's some pictures.

I'm going to wrap it

Looks great. Could you share eBay link of seller please?

Russmov · 05-13-2019, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Markbebb

Quote:

Originally Posted by Russmov

So, I originally picked up a splitter off AliExpress and initially thought it was going to be great. Turned out the fitment was horrendous and the seller kept saying it was 100% fitment. I threw it in the trash last week cause I was tired of looking at the waste of money.
Still wanting a front splitter, I checked eBay and was able to buy one including brackets for a fraction of the cost of OEM. (Actually have two sets of the brackets now)
This splitter fits almost perfectly! It wraps around the sides perfectly and fits the brackets well. I would say 98% fitment. I decided to attempt the install yesterday and it was pretty straightforward. Two sets of hands and this would have taken two hours tops. Including making my own "Z" style bracket to hold the center. Sorry for the long write up, here's some pictures.

I'm going to wrap it

Looks great. Could you share eBay link of seller please?

Thanks!

yewlock · 05-13-2019, 06:33 PM

Look good.

HJ · 05-13-2019, 06:53 PM

maDjzo · 05-13-2019, 07:50 PM

Love it! Very aggressive I'm tempted...

Russmov · 05-13-2019, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by maDjzo

Love it! Very aggressive I'm tempted...

Thanks!
I'm very happy with it. Like I said before, fit is really good.
For anyone thinking of going with this style splitter, I would recommend making some brackets for the center. Just for added strength.

Russmov · 05-13-2019, 08:05 PM

I just made this out of curtain rod brackets I had left over. I could make them a bit prettier but you can barely see them. I couldn't find any of the "Z" brackets that are used on oem splitters

Russmov · 05-14-2019, 11:10 PM

I ended up wrapping the outer part and leaving the middle for now.

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