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      10-02-2018, 03:44 PM   #23
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me too
still waiting on Amazon delivery for 3m wrap...
Are you using cf pattern?
I'm wrapping the exterior chrome window trims on gloss black
I'm replacing the interior trims with brushed aluminum I purchased from a member here
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      10-02-2018, 04:29 PM   #24
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I'm wrapping the exterior chrome window trims on gloss black
I'm replacing the interior trims with brushed aluminum I purchased from a member here
Any tips for removing the interior trim and change to carbon fiber trim?
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I'm wrapping the exterior chrome window trims on gloss black
I'm replacing the interior trims with brushed aluminum I purchased from a member here
Any tips for removing the interior trim and change to carbon fiber trim?
on doors you have to remove the door panels; just search on YouTube a lot of videos how to do it
the front dash trims you just need to carefully pull them out
the center console ones, there is a diy made by r33_RGSport ...I recommend to change the center ones with the knee pads
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I'm wrapping the exterior chrome window trims on gloss black
I'm replacing the interior trims with brushed aluminum I purchased from a member here
I bought vinyl to wrap my chrome trim but gave up. It's tedious work.
All the window trim pieces pop out easy except for the lower front door glass trim. You have to remove mirrors first.
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I bought vinyl to wrap my chrome trim but gave up. It's tedious work.
All the window trim pieces pop out easy except for the lower front door glass trim. You have to remove mirrors first.
Already removed the mirrors (see my picture).
So you are saying it's easier to remove the trims and then wrap...maybe I will try it like that...
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I'm wrapping the exterior chrome window trims on gloss black
I'm replacing the interior trims with brushed aluminum I purchased from a member here
I bought vinyl to wrap my chrome trim but gave up. It's tedious work.
All the window trim pieces pop out easy except for the lower front door glass trim. You have to remove mirrors first.
you are right!
so easy to remove them....thanks for the tip!
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and the first trim wrapped; I must say I'm impressed, I really like it
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while waiting on other stuff, why not some dynamat:
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Great job! You make me want to wrap my window trim!
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Great job! You make me want to wrap my window trim!
do it, is not very hard
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      10-04-2018, 11:10 AM   #33
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do it, is not very hard
You twist my arm Cost of vinyl?
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do it, is not very hard
You twist my arm Cost of vinyl?
Gold Label Detailing 3M Black Out Trim Chrome Delete Vinyl Wrap Kit | 25ft Roll of 3m Scotchprint 1080 | Felt Edge Squeegee and Razor Blade Included (Gloss Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BK9JQG3..._00JTBbXD9VNVZ
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Gold Label Detailing 3M Black Out Trim Chrome Delete Vinyl Wrap Kit | 25ft Roll of 3m Scotchprint 1080 | Felt Edge Squeegee and Razor Blade Included (Gloss Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BK9JQG3..._00JTBbXD9VNVZ
Nice! Cheaper than I thought!
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some more dynamat
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installed the bass control in middle console for future sub in trunk
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much better than the "wood" (read plastic) trims...
thanks Violator !!!
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Wow, that looks way better!
Great mod thread btw, keep it coming.
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Wow, that looks way better!
Great mod thread btw, keep it coming.
actually it looks better than in pictures;
I didn't expect the aluminum to be so dark, but I like it; my wife too
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update: I just bought Bavsound stage1 speakers from a member here; so I guess I'm upgrading the speakers too
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Great to hear, I’m glad it all worked out, and everyone is happy.
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Great post on mods. Curious to see how you feel about the Bav Sound set along with doing a sub. I have been considering these down the road.cant wait to see how you like your setup.

Anyone know if I can buy just the lower leather dash around the monitor that I notice in your vehicle?
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Great post on mods. Curious to see how you feel about the Bav Sound set along with doing a sub. I have been considering these down the road.cant wait to see how you like your setup.

Anyone know if I can buy just the lower leather dash around the monitor that I notice in your vehicle?
looks like it is; check part 5:
https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=51_9158
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