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1. UPC/EANs ranges need to be purchased. So constantly issuing new UPC/EAN for parts that have minor revisions can get expensive. For one part number it won't be a big deal but something that might have a BOM as extensive as auto manufacturing, it'll add up. Honestly it's not as buttoned up as people think. We constantly have a problem where someone uses a UPC that was already issued to us or we accidentally use someone else's. Limiting part numbers for minor changes reduces the chance of this happening. 2. Part numbers aren't the only way to distinguish identity. Many WMS systems have different layers of control. There are concepts such as "package codes/owners" among others. My organization use this for parts that are designated for different projects and applications. This could make sense especially if the follow up question when asking for a part number is "which car/platform is this for?". 3. There could be a concept of phase in/phase out where one part number with minor revisions supplant the old one. This is more commonly referred to as a running change. I can go on and on, but point is we really don't know unless someone can speak to BMW's inventory control. Could be one of the reasons above but it could also be there is no change. Just thought I would point that out. I'm taking a neutral stand here |
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I know this for a fact because I've made discussion threads verifying this before. I guess we're at this crossroad where we have to agree to disagree on this subject until someone else has some tangible proof there was indeed a mechanical change. Here's an example; a .65 cent nut, same part, new part number. |
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so much misinformation or disinformation
it will change nothing if I know but yet I would still like to know. There is physical evidence in the part numbers not changing and a bunch of contradictory subjective opinion that there are significant changes. I'm leaning towards believing the physical evidence but I want to believe there's meaningful changes, bring on more opinions please
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04-30-2019, 03:49 PM | #27 |
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Yes, plus a number of forum members who have owned both and corroborated as much. It pretty much always boils down to an argument about whether or not a part can change without the part number changing (like it has with the steering wheel).
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04-30-2019, 04:14 PM | #29 | ||
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Perhaps the manufacture just added less padding material that the steering wheel is made out of and didn't feel it warranted a change in part number. Which is weird because Porsche charges you more for their 380mm, larger girth steering wheel, while BMW is shrinking their's for free, without any notification. : Last edited by Poochie; 04-30-2019 at 06:55 PM.. |
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BMW will tell you both need to be replaced. You would never only replace one strut or suspension component on any car.
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04-30-2019, 09:44 PM | #31 |
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I have/ had both cars. The comp rides more smoothly. BMW NA told me the suspension has been tuned and is more compliant. The ride is better, no question. Anybody that's driven them back to back will know. The weight did not make the difference. I weigh 160, not sure the guy who weighs 250 gets a better ride.
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04-30-2019, 10:48 PM | #34 |
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Well, they would say "part number X for a <=2018 M2" instead of "part number X for a 2019 M2". The year can be a qualifier too, you know.
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I'm pretty sure EPS tuning, the seats ( big difference IMO ), weight balance difference ( has anyone corner weighed the M2C vs M2? ) and subtle geometry changes ( alignment ) accounts for most of the differences.
personally I'm in the boat that the M2C drives notably different than the OG M2... but I can't quite put my finger on it. The stock damper/springs are still kinda meh though in comparison to my OG M2 with the Mperformance coils. I'm pretty sure it's due to the front-end rigidity, and the seats accounting for how much different the car drives. Remember the M2 chassis is *VERY* stinking stiff, any subtle changes can affect how the chassis behaves. Weight balance, EPS tuning, etc.
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In fact, none of the "shock absorbers" you posted in https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...4&postcount=36 are actually suspension components. |
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but who tF cares? you guys are too scared to race a STi. does that small difference in suspension bolt make you sleep better?
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I find it hard to believe that there's an internal distinction between different categories of parts, but I could be wrong of course. Haven't had the chance to drive the M2C yet - really excited for M town, because I can drive our OG M2 and F80 right before the M2C. Should be a nice basis for comparison.
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Wife has OG M2, I have an M2C. The M2C does feel slightly different, not sure what exactly it is, although hers is DCT and mine is manual.
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