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      08-15-2012, 11:31 AM   #1
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VS Motorsports: Review of Macht Schnell Tow Strap

Recently, we purchased the new Macht Schnell Tow Strap for a customer. We were told that this may not work on the customers car because of the threading on the bolt (We were told that 08 and 09+ have different thread patterns) The customer gave us the thumbs up to order it and give it a shot.

Overall, we are very happy with the product, looks very similar to the BMW tow strap we use on our E92 Race car. There are two different option in color: Black and Red.

Our customer had us order one in red and below are some pictures of the unit and how it looks after the install.



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      08-15-2012, 01:02 PM   #2
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Its my car Thanks VS for taking the time to help me get that piece and also help me install my studs
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      08-15-2012, 10:10 PM   #3
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Hopefully you'll never have to use it.

I've used my OEM tow hook as I took the tow of shame off of the track through the paddock in my E46.
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      08-15-2012, 10:30 PM   #4
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Hopefully you'll never have to use it.

I've used my OEM tow hook as I took the tow of shame off of the track through the paddock in my E46.
Ripped off?
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      08-15-2012, 10:37 PM   #5
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Nice! I would love a black one for my car.
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      08-16-2012, 09:32 AM   #6
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Nice! I would love a black one for my car.
Let us know Mike we can get you one
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      08-16-2012, 12:55 PM   #7
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So, does it work on the 08/09?
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      08-16-2012, 12:59 PM   #8
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So, does it work on the 08/09?
Yes it does, look like Macht Schnell took care of it and works for all year E9x M3s. If you are interested in them please let us know
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For a nice clean look when you're not on the track and want to keep it there... Cut a slit into the OEM tow hook cover and have a small quarter or half inch stick out. Looks real good IMO.
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Cut a slit into the OEM tow hook cover and have a small quarter or half inch stick out. Looks real good IMO.
that's the look i'm going for!!
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Let us know Mike we can get you one
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They are $95 on their website. Isn't that price a little excessive for a strap of cloth?
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      08-22-2012, 10:55 AM   #14
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They are $95 on their website. Isn't that price a little excessive for a strap of cloth?
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      08-22-2012, 11:06 AM   #15
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Can you let me know the price you are selling them for? Would like two sent to PA (19428)
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Can you let me know the price you are selling them for? Would like two sent to PA (19428)
please send us a pm and we can find out pricing for you
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Not to nitpick, but shouldn't a "review" talk about how the part performs? Where are the tow videos?
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