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06-10-2013, 06:12 AM | #91 |
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Looks really nice. Still waiting on mine.
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But you do bring up a very good point, which is that it is very color/color scheme dependent. For example, I think LCI sidemarkers work very well with Maniac's car and compliments those wheels perfectly (along with all the silver going on). I blacked out all my trims, grille, and have black wheels, so the LCI just won't work. |
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I know it's not going to be a simple LED swap, as the whole design is different (not even the headlight, the AE design itself is different as well). However, my plans to just buy the whole headlight assembly (while not cheap) and plugging it in can't be that hard In regards to the BMW mechanic saying no... I am very hesitant to believe that. Not saying that I am more knowledgable than they are, but more so the fact that they have an incentive to simply just say, "no, it doesn't fit." Very similar to the 2012+ paddle shifters that the BMW mechanics said you could not retrofit, when in fact you can. I can't imagine the headlight assembly being anymore difficult than just unplug old, plug in new, sell old on eBay, profit. |
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06-11-2013, 07:54 PM | #96 |
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Just got these installed...easy! I love the look and check out the CF roundel decals.
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06-12-2013, 08:53 AM | #97 |
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Nice! Can't wait to do mine. Probably another week or so.
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06-12-2013, 03:18 PM | #98 |
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Both Look good.
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06-12-2013, 05:16 PM | #99 |
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I won't do this mod, but I do like what I see. I'm wanting the 2014 covered cubby that's in front of the shift lever.
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06-13-2013, 01:13 PM | #101 |
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Just ordered mine. well see how it looks.
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Take your cute little cubby chat elsewhere.
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06-18-2013, 04:15 PM | #103 |
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Hey guys, just found out mine will be here Thursday, finally! I had two questions though, in the meantime.
1. Did any of you strip any of the wax off, along the leading edge where the 3M tape will be located? If so, what product did you use to strip the wax, for best adhesion? 2. Am I correct in thinking that the new indicators have clips that will clip in? In the OP's opening post, it does appear as though there are 3 metal clips there. So I'm assuming that between these 3 clips and the 3M adhesive, it's enough to hold the indicator in place....? Thanks Dave
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No on wax stripping but yes on a thorough clean. It adheres well.
Yes there are clips, just like on the original (well, they're slightly different, but it still has clips). ..as to the last part of your post, yes, they're not going anywhere without a good old shove from the inside, clips depressed and leaving a pile of sticky foam on the paintwork. |
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06-19-2013, 07:43 AM | #105 |
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Nice. Thanks very much Maniac, much appreciated.
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06-19-2013, 03:30 PM | #106 |
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If you want full adhesion then its best to strip the wax off which I did with Meths spirits, will stick good and proper then, you can bet someone will try and steal them by pulling them off.
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06-19-2013, 04:09 PM | #108 |
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Thanks TitanTim/Jparnes....I'll try some denatured alcohol on it before affixing the indicators. Thanks again.
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06-20-2013, 04:51 AM | #109 |
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Sticky pads won't stop that unfortunately. Chances are with the clips being so strong, they'd break the thing they're trying to remove first.
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2. There are tabs that simply clip into the place of the oriignal one. 3. Yes the three tabs and the tape will hold it. As a matter of fact most aero kick panels, rear difussers and spoilers are held on with 3M tape (other brands not BMW) alone so I know it will hold up to the wind. DE goes the extra mile to make sure there is no issue and adds clips. 3M tape is very strong and after curing for a few days it gets even stronger. If you ever try to pull off a badge that is taped on you will know what i mean. It is the same tape. Extra note: There is a tab that will need to be removed from the new assembly (plastic) make sure you cut it/break it off and then file if flat to the surface so that once you adhere it to the vehicle it isnt vibrating and scratching your paint underneath
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