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09-26-2015, 02:02 PM | #1 |
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Burger cowl filter for brake fluid check at HPDE events
I usually had to take the entire assembly off to check brake fluid level to tech my car. I saw this on someones signature here on the forum so I ordered and installed yesterday. The actual weight saving is only 2.39 lbs on my E92 M3 (with both cowls left/right replaced) but the easy access is still beneficial for track events and bleeding brake fluid.
After taking stock cowl off disconnect switch and pull switch housing. I used wire to block the switch and zip tied the housing to the needless bolt. I took even the small cover around the brake fluid reservoir off others might want to keep it. For my purpose that look is clean enough. I will report back in case of any adverse effects.
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09-26-2015, 09:17 PM | #2 |
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Of course now you may be sucking engine compartment air into your cabin.......
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09-27-2015, 07:17 AM | #3 |
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I don't think so. The stock filters are just lager and get the air from the same sealed area. I rode last night and the only thing I noticed is louder engine sound, not much though.
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09-27-2015, 08:31 AM | #4 |
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what all came in the kit?
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09-27-2015, 10:47 AM | #5 |
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Just a left and right filter that fit directly (tight press fit) into to slots of our cars.
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09-28-2015, 12:43 PM | #7 |
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Have any details to share on those quick releases? Seems like a great approach.
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09-30-2015, 04:23 PM | #12 |
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Based on parts taken out it looks and feels like 5lbs but the actual weight saving is only 2.39lbs still not bad and for sure easier access to brake fluid.
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Necro bump but I ended up just covering those holes with vinyl wrap.
You can't get air into the cabin, but A/C still works fine. When I had them uncovered, it would indeed pull hot air into the car, even when the fan was off. Hey, it's a track car. |
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Link to product:
https://burgertuning.com/products/bms-cowl-filters
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