2017 X5 wide body and carbon fiber build…

[X5Brian]

Getting closer

[X5Brian]

The rear is gonna be the trouble maker…
Front will be simple and maybe just widen a couple of holes for perfect fit and done.

Kit is not fiberglass, it's abs or thick rubber.

[X5Brian]

Rear is on and bolted, whew !
Going to glass and fill over rear tow areas, the caps the company sent look like shit, so best to just eliminate them.

[1norseman]

I've always had a thing for widebodies, but as a kid I admired the 911 turbos, not BMWs.
Good luck with project. I'm looking forward to seeing you post pictures of it, especially when all done.

[Sn1feR]

Originally Posted by X5Brian

The rear is gonna be the trouble maker…
Front will be simple and maybe just widen a couple of holes for perfect fit and done.

Kit is not fiberglass, it's abs or thick rubber.

Custom is not without obstacles, unfortunately..I see you have a pearlescent body color, very beautiful, you need a good painter to choose the color of the paint for your body kit

[FCX5]

Originally Posted by Sn1feR

Custom is not without obstacles, unfortunately..I see you have a pearlescent body color, very beautiful, you need a good painter to choose the color of the paint for your body kit

Yeah. This is a beautiful build that will need a great paint shop as well.

[X5Brian]

Working on getting a painter to paint kit prior to putting it on so it's completely painted. Then I'll have whole car painted later in once I'm fully done with exterior mods.

I still have front lip, side skirts, and a "2 step rear diffuser" to make out of carbon fiber and fit , don't want to paint till I have everything done and no risk for scratching new paint.

[glachhman3]

Originally Posted by RED_Y_

Nothing personal, if you like it this way- very happy for you, but what is up with the carbon fiber obsession? In my opinion the engine cover and air box looks absolutely horrible with colors not being close to the OEM M sport as well as this is just kills the purpose, CB was used to reduce weight but wrapping existing plastic down with CB doesn't make any sense to me, it adds weight and reduces heat dissipation form engine and air filter. Once again, don't take this personal just my opinion on the looks, that's all.

[X5Brian]

Yeah not sure what his problem was lol.

So exciting news, my hood is finally in route from port after 32 days and 110 days of shipping from over seas to my house! Estimated arrival Monday!!! Will post pics !!

[scotty339]

Keep up the good work. Love following along!

[X5Brian]

So drove 5.5 hrs home from a month in the panhandle of Florida for work to all my goodies at home.
Got my new 24k swift rear springs installed with new shocks valved for higher spring rates.
Car leveled back out.
Got carbon fiber rear badge on.
2 10" subs arrived
Waiting on amp, box and harness still. (Secret project)
Hood will arrive Monday. Asshole at loading station called out sick and no one to unload truck. So no one get packages today, sat or Sunday, not to mention it sat in Atlanta for 2 days!
I'll update as more arrives

[Bxzl]

I have been following along as well! ("Lurking") The hand-laid carbon looks impressive great job!

[Mega-Ken]

Looking good. Awesome work.

[AgentZero123]

keep us posted on the progress, with pics of course.

[X5Brian]

I freaking love it !!!!
Hood is on !!!!!!

[///d]

Did you have anyone re-clear it, or is it the clear that comes from the manufacture? If you haven't had anyone re-clear it I would recommend it. I have seen too many hoods and trunks start looking horrid because the clear they put on when making the hood isn't high enough quality.

[X5Brian]

Having it recleared in a couple of weeks, have to head out of town again for work

[neverdone]

Originally Posted by X5Brian

I freaking love it !!!!
Hood is on !!!!!!

Hmmmm on the fence. I love the panda look generally. Lots of money getting put into this.

[X5Brian]

Generally… to each their own. My car, my own look. Thanks for taking a look.

[sukhk527]

Would you be willing to share where you got the hood? I've been looking all over for a vented one to try and manage heat some more.

[neverdone]

Originally Posted by X5Brian

Generally… to each their own. My car, my own look. Thanks for taking a look.

Man you get hurt quick. Don't worry so much about what people say man. You obviously have more money than I do to do all of that to your car, does that make you feel better? Lol

[X5Brian]

Nothing hurt about it. I guess I just don't find a point to put how I feel about someone else's work, unless it positive and uplifting. I pay my respects.
I waited 6 plus months for this hood to be made and arrive. I love it and that's all that matters.