BMW X5 M Sport with Carbon Graphite Vorsteiner V-FF 103 Wheels

The F15 X5 M Sport is one of BMW’s most popular models, as well as one of the highest selling SUVs in the world. It combines great design, ultimate performance and utility into an SUV that has become the benchmark in its segment. The X5 in the photos below adds even more to its unmistakable look with a set of 20-inch Vorsteiner V-FF 103 wheels in carbon graphite.

The V-FF 103 wheels featuring an interesting engineering procedure which results in their lightweight form. They pair perfectly with a heavy and performance-oriented SUV like the X5 xDrive beast. You can check out our entire lineup of Vorsteiner wheels for your car or truck here.

BMW X5 M Sport with Carbon Graphite Vorsteiner V-FF 103 Wheels

New StopTech Big Brake Kits Available for Various New BMW Models

Centric Parts, North America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of aftermarket brake components, announced yesterday the availability of a range of front and rear StopTech Big Brake Kits to fit a wide variety of 2012+ BMW 2-, 3- and 4-Series models. More than 50 new BMW model and trim variations have been added to the program. These StopTech Big Brake Kits (BBK) include stiffer calipers, larger rotors, higher friction pads, stainless steel lines and application-specific mounting brackets and hardware. These new kits, like all StopTech High Performance BBKs offer significantly improved braking performance, feel and modulation over stock systems and are available in a variety of caliper color/rotor finish options.

The front StopTech Big Brake Kits for these BMW models include a pair of drilled or slotted StopTech 2-piece AeroRotors® and six-piston StopTech ST-60 calipers, as well as mounting brackets, stainless steel lines and StopTech Street Performance brake pads.

The rear StopTech Big Brake Kits for these BMW models include a pair of drilled or slotted StopTech 2-piece AeroRotors® and four-piston StopTech ST-40 calipers, as well as mounting brackets, stainless steel lines and StopTech Street Performance brake pads.

StopTech big brake kits have been developed through years of racing success. These patented brake system upgrades include:

• ï‚· StopTech ST Calipers – stiffer, forged, differential-bore, opposed-piston calipers with a patented bolt-in bridge that eases pad changes while increasing caliper stiffness

• ï‚· StopTech 2-piece AeroRotors® – pre-assembled, directional iron rotor rings with patented AeroVane® fin design and aluminum AeroHats® for optimal cooling

• ï‚· StopTech Street Performance Brake Pads – Kevlar®-like, para-aramid composite pads for aggressive street driving and occasional track day or autocross use

• ï‚· StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines – braided stainless steel shielded Teflon®-like lines for less system compliance and greater durability

• ï‚· Mounting Brackets & Hardware – hard-anodized, billet aluminum mounting brackets with stainless steel studs and all of the necessary hardware for easy installation

With stiffer components and patented heat management technology, all StopTech High Performance Brake Kits provide shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, firmer pedal feel and less brake fade for stronger, more reliable performance on and off the track. These big brake kits are now available for purchase through authorized distributors. Check out all of Vivid Racing’s StopTech products here.

 

New StopTech Big Brake Kits Available for Various New BMW Models

Dinan Adjustable Camber Plate Kits for the BMW F2x/F3x

When you think of BMW, Dinan surely comes to mind with it. For the enthusiast that desires a range of camber adjustment, there are Dinan’s F2x/F3x camber plates. These plates allow an impressive 43mm of total camber adjustment (30 negative, 13 positive), providing for a more aggressive negative camber setting. The negative camber will dramatically improve grip in the vehicle’s turns for reduced understeer and razor sharp turn-in. The positive adjustment range on the camber plates is unique to Dinan and allows the end user to retain OEM camber settings on a lowered car. It also allows the driver to combat excessive negative camber brought upon by springs that aggressively lower the car.

Not only do Dinan camber plates provide a wide range of adjustment, but were made with ride quality in mind. The plates were manufactured to retain the bumpstop so that it compresses as originally designed from the factory. There is absolute no reason for camber plates to hinder ride quality if engineered the correct way. Dinan camber plates are also built to “take a beating” and are the only plates that utilize a steel alloy mount plate that will resist deforming from curbs or pot holes. The more aggressive drivers will benefit from reduced edge tire wear as well.

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Benefits of the F2x/F3x Camber Plate Kit:

• 43mm of total camber adjustment (30 negative, 13 positive from OEM)


• Decreased understeer


• Decreases outside edge tire wear


• Steel alloy mount plate and not aluminum


• Fits with factory strut tower weather seal

Adjustable Camber Plate Kit for the BMW (F22/23 228i, F30/31/34 328i, F32/33/36 428i, F22/23 M235i, F30/34 335i, F30 340i, F32/33/36 435i)

Part Number: D660-0051

Labor Time: 3.5 hrs

Retail Price: $599.00

Dinan Adjustable Camber Plate Kits for the BMW F2x/F3x

Dinan Dual Core Intercooler Fitment and Stage 3 DinanTronics

Dinan has become almost like a household name among BMW enthusiasts. They have become well established as North America’s premiere BMW tuner. You can browse through our entire range of Dinan products here.

Dual Core Intercooler Bumper Fitment Update

Putting in more development time has allowed Dinan to further test a few bumper variants with additional versions being worked on in the coming weeks. The main variant that needed to be completed was the BMW 3-Series M-Tech bumper, which has now officially been confirmed for fitment. Please note, however, that this bumper sports a unique grille shape and size that differs from the rest of its counterparts. The shorter grille width exposes the outer fins and tanks of the Dinan dual core intercooler, resulting in a less than desirable appearance when viewed from the front.

Although a cosmetic kit, the Dinan intercooler fascia hardware kit (D333-0025) eliminates this visual flaw and transforms the intercooler installation on the affected models into purposeful and well-balanced sight that exudes quality and performance. This particular fascia kit costs $30 and is now available for purchase.

Stage 3 DinanTronics Performance Tuner Update

In addition to the fitments of the intercooler, Dinan was able to finalize the Stage 3 tune for the BMW F30 335i’s with mechanical wastegates, both with and without MPPK. A range of power figures for each of the configurations can be found in the charts below. These additional stages are already available to download from the servers.

Dinan Dual Core Intercooler Fitment and Stage 3 DinanTronics

New BMW F32 4-Series Carbon Front Lip Released From Vorsteiner

Vorsteiner has released their latest new lightweight carbon fiber aerodynamic product for the BMW F32 4 Series Coupe M Sport.

The all new add on front spoiler compliments the existing M-Sport styling for a more aggressive aesthetic while increasing visual appeal and aerodynamic downforce without dramatically affecting ground clearance. The studio engineers over at Vorsteiner have designed the new front spoiler to hug and accentuate the lines of the bumper while directing more air into the openings of the front radiators to improve cooling.

Vorsteiner’s Autoclaved Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber structure gives our parts superior stiffness, aerospace strength and durability compared to traditional hand laid carbon fiber composites.

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Contact a Vivid Racing Sales Specialist today to enhance the styling of your new BMW 4-series Coupe M Sport today!

1-866-448-4843

Sales@Vividracing.com

 

 

 

New BMW F32 4-Series Carbon Front Lip Released From Vorsteiner