[SeanS54]

Big changes for 2015. Since I've been tracking my car I've got hooked on the track bug. With that, some function and form mods in the works.

Carbon Fiber roof from IND Distribution. Saves about 50 lbs from the highest point of the car. Probably won't shave lap times but a lighter car handles better, brakes better, accelerates faster, and gets better MPG.


[IMG]E90 ING Dist Carbon Fiber Roof (2) by seanpuffy21, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]IMG_20150911_155813_resized by seanpuffy21, on Flickr[/IMG]

Custom vented hood in progress. I've been dealing with some heating issues, even with the Mishimoto Radiator so I figure let's vent the hood. I could've bought a carbon fiber vented hood but I don't like the way they look and that would have been too easy.


E90 LCI Vented Hood (2) by seanpuffy21, on Flickr


Build in progress and will be updated accordingly...

[Alen E90]

Sub'd! Can't wait to see the outcome, 'cause this is going to look SICK when completed!!

TiAg FTW!

[mmmnot]

In for this. PLEASE more details on the roof. That's freaking killer.

Edit: Curious though - you saved weight on the roof - but why not save weight via a CF hood? I love the craftsmanship - don't get me wrong. If I recall correctly a proper CF hood can save 15LBs

[Game]

Love me some innovation and originality.

[SeanS54]

Originally Posted by Alen E90

Sub'd! Can't wait to see the outcome, 'cause this is going to look SICK when completed!!

TiAg FTW!

Wait until you see the next phase (after this one).

Originally Posted by mmmnot

In for this. PLEASE more details on the roof. That's freaking killer.

Edit: Curious though - you saved weight on the roof - but why not save weight via a CF hood? I love the craftsmanship - don't get me wrong. If I recall correctly a proper CF hood can save 15LBs

It's a carbon fiber roof made by IND Distribution. It was designed specifically for the E90 M3 since they did not come with the option of a CF roof from the factory like the E92s.

I don't really like the CF hoods on the market and I wanted something custom. I'm not sure about CF hoods for our cars but I didn't want to worry about hood pins/latches.

Originally Posted by Game

Love me some innovation and originality.

[bimmette]

Wow, fascinating stuff!

[Marcadelic]

very cool, can't wait to see how the custom hood turns out

[EzequielR]

freaking sick! cant wait to see the finished product.

subbed.

[SeanS54]

metal roof removed:
[IMG]20150915_101410 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

new cross bow center beam added:
[IMG]20150915_142335 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

carbon fiber roof test fit... fits like a glove
[IMG]20150915_111553-1 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

glue applied:
[IMG]20150915_150310 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

roof clamped on and factory side bolts reinstalled:
[IMG]20150915_163527 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

glass and roof liner will be reinstalled tomorrow. stay tuned for updates

[Underground6t9]

looks good

[AYEDEE]

Wow big job. Subbed!

[TSM330i]

Congrats! Looks great! I remember when my car looked like that with the roof off. Looked very odd with nothing over the cabin.

BTW: It shaves about 35lbs. off the roof.

My car isn't a 335, so it's lighter to start with. I'm running at about 3,250lbs. right now since I took my Braille battery out and installed a stock battery (I don't really track my car anymore since I got my comp license).

[BoogeyMan'sBMW]

wow this is sick

[SeanS54]

Originally Posted by Underground6t9

looks good

Originally Posted by AYEDEE

Wow big job. Subbed!

Originally Posted by TSM330i

Congrats! Looks great! I remember when my car looked like that with the roof off. Looked very odd with nothing over the cabin.

BTW: It shaves about 35lbs. off the roof.

My car isn't a 335, so it's lighter to start with. I'm running at about 3,250lbs. right now since I took my Braille battery out and installed a stock battery (I don't really track my car anymore since I got my comp license).

Your post was one of my inspirations. Thanks for the quick responses and info.

Comp license is awesome. What's your track beast?

Originally Posted by BoogeyMan'sBMW

wow this is sick

[SeanS54]

Windshield, back glass, and interior reinstalled. Roof side rails and shark fin is currently being painted but the roof is basically done.

We're still working on the hood and that's just primer on it so I can drive it temporarily. I really like how subtle it looks. You can't really tell it's there unless you're standing near the side/back of the car.

[IMG]20150916_152804-1 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

[IMG]20150916_152705-1 by Sean T, on Flickr[/IMG]

more pics to come...

[LaxIan55]

That is excellent work and an awesome idea on the hood!!

[Craig@SupremePower]

nice job!

[EzequielR]

Beautiful!!! but hold up, what do I smell here?

Hmmm, smells like a soon to be widebody? I may be wrong though, my nose is always acting up.

[Projekt_BooGie]

that hood is killer though!!!! Good work!!!

[Alen E90]

Wooow the CF roof came out great and your hood tripped me out at first lol! Didn't even know the vents were there until that second pic after it

[swagon]

Isn't there a better BMW for tracking than an E90, tho?

[EzequielR]

Originally Posted by swagon

Isn't there a better BMW for tracking than an E90, tho?

I see e90 M3 owners track their cars all the time! Actually I think I've seen more dedicated track builds as e90s. I don't know why though... so I haven't answered your question.