Best way to get rid of chrome window trim?

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02-07-2010 | 07:00 PM

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CWS530

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My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Coversï¿½ from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).

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Originally Posted by wasupdu

I have the chrome trim (non-sport) and I actually think it looks good, but the problem I have is that the trim is coming up on the driver's side door. You can push it down temporarily, but it comes back up. Is there a way to fix this?

Honestly, after having done the shadowline install, I would think a little tape on the door would do the trick. Just pull the piece up carefully (it will flex and taco on you very easily so go slowly), then put a very small bit of duct tape on the window frame to make it a little fatter, then push the piece back down. You won't see the tape under there.

I agree, the chrome trim looks nice, especially on white and silver cars.

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02-07-2010 | 08:30 PM

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Howitzer

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Originally Posted by Anzafin

Well, for sure it would be the OEM black trim. I chose that option.

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02-08-2010 | 06:54 PM

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dowe

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Originally Posted by CWS530

I just ordered the shadowline from Gary and installed it in a couple of hours using the forum's DIY. Worked for me. I guess it's all about how much time/hassle you're willing to invest vs. the cost, as the results are about the same.

i saw that diy too... how easy was the install CWS -- just like the diy, or were there a couple surprises?

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02-10-2010 | 10:07 AM

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Don Nguyen

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If you guys need the vinyl/material, I have some that I can sell for $20 shipped. Just let me know.

-Don

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02-10-2010 | 10:14 AM

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CWS530

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Originally Posted by dowe

i saw that diy too... how easy was the install CWS -- just like the diy, or were there a couple surprises?

I just followed the DIY. I did one window at a time. The first one probably took 30-40 minutes, the last one about 5, You get good at it just as you're finished. You just have to be patient. Also, use silicone spray to lube up the bottom pieces so you can push them down easily. Otherwise, you'll practically push the door off the hinges trying to get it to slide into place. Member Flyingpuck gave me that tip. If you have any problems or have questions, just let me know.

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