▀▄ eas | FIRST LOOK: APR Front Splitter/Air Dam for F8X M3/M4

tom @ eas · 02-05-2015, 02:46 PM

Sort of a "behind the scenes" project with EAS and APR, we wanted to show you a sneak peek one of the first track-specific splitters to hit the market from APR Performance. Known for weight savings and durability, The APR Performance Front Air Dam/Splitter are formed in the autoclave at high temperatures using pre-preg manufacturing processes.

OVERVIEW
The APR Performance Front Air Dam/Splitter integrates with the M3/M4 front bumper to reduce front-end lift and increase high-speed stability. Formed in the autoclave at high temperatures, The APR Performance Front Air Dam/Splitter are made from pre-preg carbon fiber materials to be strong and light weight.

BENEFITS
Reduce front-end lift
Maximize cornering speeds
Enhance high-speed stability
Molded to conform perfectly to factory M3/M4 front bumper

SPECIFICATIONS
Pattern: 2x2 twill weave
Material: Pre-preg carbon fiber, 3K
Coating: UV-stable clear coat
Mounting: Pre-drilled holes to assist with mounting to factory front bumper
Hardware: Stainless-steel machine screws, washers, and nuts
Protection: Billet Aluminum Underside Skid Pucks to prevent damage from scraping

ALUMINUM SKID PLATES
The APR Performance Front Air Dam/Splitter come pre-equipped with integrated billet aluminum skid plates to prevent damage from road or driveways.

PHOTOS

Looking to release by Mid March, just in time for race season. Please contact us directly if interested in reserving one when released.

VMRWheels · 02-05-2015, 03:06 PM

Beautiful piece

DieGrüneHölle · 02-05-2015, 03:10 PM

Winning

///M ARMY · 02-05-2015, 03:31 PM

that looks good.

DBV · 02-05-2015, 03:46 PM

Will this work with the CF M Performance Splitters/Fascia Covers?

tom @ eas · 02-05-2015, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DBV

Will this work with the CF M Performance Splitters/Fascia Covers?

Not out of the box, the BMW splitters will need to be trimmed to fit.

biglare · 02-05-2015, 04:23 PM

Nice!

tom @ eas · 02-05-2015, 10:58 PM

Overhead view:

Those in the Orange County area are welcome to drop by our facility to see in person.

Powerbeast · 02-05-2015, 11:04 PM

Looks great Tom.

AlpineE92M3 · 02-05-2015, 11:16 PM

That Looks awesome!!

YMB_F80 · 02-06-2015, 03:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Overhead view:

Those in the Orange County area are welcome to drop by our facility to see in person.

Oh wow!! LOOKS Fantastic!! Finally something different!! Wonder what pricing is like though

stranger · 02-06-2015, 03:55 AM

This is stunning

I was considering a front lip but would it not get damaged easily being carbon fibre?

tom @ eas · 02-06-2015, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stranger

This is stunning

I was considering a front lip but would it not get damaged easily being carbon fibre?

The integrated billet aluminum skid pucks prevent this from happening.

As far as I'm aware, APR is the only one using this for the F8X models at the moment. The pucks ride on the surface and prevent the lip from being damaged when going up steep driveways/ramps, while keeping a stealth appearance.

tom @ eas · 02-06-2015, 12:50 PM

Just finished studio shots, here you can also see the support/strengthening rib (included) which tucks into the bumper for additional structural support:

lpphreakx06 · 02-06-2015, 01:06 PM

Impressed with APR....That looks great!

RSXDC5 · 02-07-2015, 01:17 PM

Fantastic! Any side skirt blades (side rocker extensions) or rear diffuser options in the works as well?

tom @ eas · 02-09-2015, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RSXDC5

Fantastic! Any side skirt blades (side rocker extensions) or rear diffuser options in the works as well?

Yes, these areas are being looked into as well.

m3z · 02-09-2015, 07:14 PM

will there be special pricing for people who pre-order it?

Blindside_137 · 02-09-2015, 10:55 PM

Very slick. Looks like the gt4 lips for the E92. Gives it the aggressive track type of look.

F80AYM3 · 02-10-2015, 07:42 AM

Looks really good built.

w00tw00t · 02-11-2015, 09:42 AM

APR makes true track focused aero - I'm going to be getting this soon!!

Question for Tom though -- Is any wind tunnel being planned? Also I'm assuming just a lip will unbalance the car and induce oversteer on the track. Is APR working on a wing or a trunk lip like the M performance one to balance front and rear?

tom @ eas · 02-11-2015, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by w00tw00t

APR makes true track focused aero - I'm going to be getting this soon!!

Question for Tom though -- Is any wind tunnel being planned? Also I'm assuming just a lip will unbalance the car and induce oversteer on the track. Is APR working on a wing or a trunk lip like the M performance one to balance front and rear?

Other areas are being focused upon in the near future - including trunk mounted wing. We've worked with them for quite some time now, including our E92M3 project:

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