[corasdad]

hurry up with this cant wait for it to be ready

[Scottfreee3]

Another update,

This is working away on the E90 with the carbon boot like a treat.

However I cannot get the single spring to open the metal OEM boot past 50%. So working on a second spring which will have to be mounted onto the hinge.

I will keep you all posted, will test the spings on my E46 first (getting them custom made for the job), and if it works ill need a test E90 =) (it will involve installing a ball joint onto the hinge).

But the bump stops are a go!!!

[Turkish Mafia]

Originally Posted by Scottfreee3

Another update,

This is working away on the E90 with the carbon boot like a treat.

However I cannot get the single spring to open the metal OEM boot past 50%. So working on a second spring which will have to be mounted onto the hinge.

I will keep you all posted, will test the spings on my E46 first (getting them custom made for the job), and if it works ill need a test E90 =) (it will involve installing a ball joint onto the hinge).

But the bump stops are a go!!!

Any more updates??

[modobrew]

In for updates!

[corasdad]

bump

[PaddyMcGrath]

I'll send James (Scottfree3) a message to get him to update you. It's been working great on my carbon boot lid since the sprung bump-stops were installed

[Hartge]

nice

[Scottfreee3]

Hi guys, sorry I got no e-mail notifications...thanks Paddy for keeping me posted.

I cannot get the e46 kit to work with the standard e90 bootlid as it is too heavy. I am looking at a different design. However I need to get the springs made specially which takes 2-3 weeks and Christmas delayed it even more. Afaik my next set are due in tomorrow for the e46. I'll need to get 4 retaining plates mechined and then fit and test. If it is successful I will get a set made for the e90 and test on a local car. If that works I'll put into production and we will be good to go.

I have a picture on my phone of what it will look like but can't upload for some reason....

[Turkish Mafia]

Dead project? Or still going?

[PaddyMcGrath]

Well, it's still working on my car and working perfectly at that! I'll drop James a text again

[Scottfreee3]

Originally Posted by PaddyMcGrath

Well, it's still working on my car and working perfectly at that! I'll drop James a text again

Sorry for the long long delay. This is very much alive. I shall give a short update on the various bits I have been trying.

Before Christmas I tried a small spring that goes on the hinges. I left this idea as it ment drilling and tapping the hinges which is difficult and not easy.

I then moved onto a long spring which covers the full strut. I got a few different sizes, lenghts etc over the last few months and none of these worked right.

Then I used a smaller spring inside the bigger one. This worked however looked really ugly and the spring would bind and sound awful.

Now I am looking at using one of the origional springs for the E46 kit and a long spring working together. This is working better but the big spring is bending and failing after about 3 weeks of use.

So now I am waiting on another set of springs to be made, sent to me, installed and tested for strength, lenght, compression ratio, durability, fitment etc. If all these parameters comply I need to source a cover to make it look good and to stop the spring from bending (I think I have this sourced, all depends if the spring is strong enough). This design also requires lathe work as I need aluminium housings and stoppers to hold the springs in line.

Unfortunately it is a very slow process (unless everyone buys carbon bootlids ). I am slowly getting on top of it, however if I need an extra 10mm lenght to the spring I need to wait 2 weeks for it to be made so I can only do 2 tests per month.

Secondly the price will increase as there are double to parts required (I have not checked the price yet, but id imagine at the very least £75-£85).

On the positive side it will work with old struts (new struts might be needed if the older ones are totally shot) and it will be a very simple "slide this over your existing strut and tighten".

If the new springs arrive this week I will try get a prototype running at the weekend.

Thanks for your LONG wait

[Scottfreee3]

UPDATE:

Good new gentlemen. The e46 prototype (which the e90 version will be modeled from) is working. New upper and lower spring mounts and a Stainless Steel cover still needs to be fabricated how the boot is opening smoothly and is easy to close.

If all goes to plan the complete prototype should be ready end of next week at which stage the e90 version will commence prototyping.

[Turkish Mafia]

Originally Posted by Scottfreee3

UPDATE:

Good new gentlemen. The e46 prototype (which the e90 version will be modeled from) is working. New upper and lower spring mounts and a Stainless Steel cover still needs to be fabricated how the boot is opening smoothly and is easy to close.

If all goes to plan the complete prototype should be ready end of next week at which stage the e90 version will commence prototyping.

Can these same parts be used on the E92? Ie will this be compatible w/ E92 trunk?

Thanks!

[Scottfreee3]

Originally Posted by Turkish Mafia

Can these same parts be used on the E92? Ie will this be compatible w/ E92 trunk?

Thanks!

Should be!

[Scottfreee3]

UPDATE:

The new kit is up and running on my E46.

Next weekend I hope to have it on an E90 and if it all goes well I will put 10 sets of each into production.

Here are a few pictures I took. I will give a new update tomorrow up a video and good daytime photos. Prices to follow:

[Amonra08]

Originally Posted by .fLip.

nice. im in for this mod since i decided to keep the car for a while now.

^This. It will be very useful when I need it. Nice work & thank you for doing this..keep us posted for final production!

[Scottfreee3]

Here is a video of the new kit on the E46.

I have booked the test E90 for the weekend also and new test springs are ordered also.

Selling price will be £85. Forum members will get a 5% discount. Delivery £8.50

The kit will consist of:
2 x E90 Sprung Bump Stops
2 x Lower Struts Mounts
2 x Upper Struts Mounts
2 x Compressions Springs
2 x Secondary Springs
2 x Mounting Bracket
2 x Lower mounting potings c/w SS cover
1 x Installation Instructions

Hopefully it will work, I will let you know as soon as I know.

Thanks

[.fLip.]

this is awesome. thanks for the effort

[Digitalize]

Saw this today, it does spring up quite well. Very jealous.

[Scottfreee3]

Well some good news! The new kit was installed today on the E90 and is working away nicely. Youtube video:

I will be making 15 sets which will be going on eBay and other forums and should be available at the start of april. If you would like a kit pm me and I will send on my details.

Thanks for your support guys!

[Scottfreee3]

Ok that video was a little boring so remade it with a little music.

[Hartge]

nice