F11 air suspension compressor??

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    Hi folks
    I had the dreaded air suspension failure and replaced the air bags all fine for a couple of months now it's gone again and rather than messing around with changing bits and pieces. I decided to buy a replacement compressor, I opted for a cheaper Chinese make (don't judge me :rotate:) The new one has an extra hose connection compared to the original. The description of the new one matched the OEM part number 3206789450. Please can anyone tell me which connector for the inlet hose ( I think it's the inlet hose) I should use on the compressor and should I blank the other one off? or will I need to fork out a lot more cash for another one. The 1st image is the new part the 2nd the original many Thanks
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    Looks to me like the original has two connections but one is covered by that foam filter.
     
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    I'm returning the onw I bought there's a few on ebay that are reasonable price and also look exactly like the original.
     
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    I think....
    The unit you have been supplied, is for an E60
    As those had an inlet pipe mounted in the splash zone that was prone to fouling.....
    Others shall advise though ?
     
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