Just cut a big hole in my fender...
03-25-2012, 07:50 AM
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thanks guys.
I bought it from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/320600429906
I used Dremel 3000 https://www.google.com/search?q=Dremel (Search for a good price) you can use other tool too I guess.
the template is included for cutting... but the sizing is incorrect. Please follow Rizbel size: https://5series.net/forums/topic/114...ender-grilles/
btw much thanks to Rizbel.
I bought it from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/320600429906
I used Dremel 3000 https://www.google.com/search?q=Dremel (Search for a good price) you can use other tool too I guess.
the template is included for cutting... but the sizing is incorrect. Please follow Rizbel size: https://5series.net/forums/topic/114...ender-grilles/
btw much thanks to Rizbel.
03-25-2012, 09:29 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535i LCI with sports/premium package, Sports trans with paddle shifters, CF emblems, JB4 Software, Dinan Exhaust, Navigation, M5Tech body kit, Carbon wrap interrior trim and CIC Controller.
03-25-2012, 09:34 AM
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My Ride: 2008 535i LCI with sports/premium package, Sports trans with paddle shifters, CF emblems, JB4 Software, Dinan Exhaust, Navigation, M5Tech body kit, Carbon wrap interrior trim and CIC Controller.
thanks guys.
I bought it from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/320600429906
I used Dremel 3000 https://www.google.com/search?q=Dremel (Search for a good price) you can use other tool too I guess.
the template is included for cutting... but the sizing is incorrect. Please follow Rizbel size: https://5series.net/forums/topic/114...ender-grilles/
btw much thanks to Rizbel.
I bought it from eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/320600429906
I used Dremel 3000 https://www.google.com/search?q=Dremel (Search for a good price) you can use other tool too I guess.
the template is included for cutting... but the sizing is incorrect. Please follow Rizbel size: https://5series.net/forums/topic/114...ender-grilles/
btw much thanks to Rizbel.
KUDOS!!! 
03-25-2012, 07:04 PM
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i dont think the door skins are aluminum. however everything front of the A pillar is aluminum....my magnets i used during vinyl wraps wont attract anything forward of the A pillar. i always have to use tape....
be careful with the assumption that aluminum doesnt corrode or oxidize....you could still incur some issues. you may want to at least have a paint shop give u a fresh clear coat...but thats just me.
the install looks clean tho, nice job
be careful with the assumption that aluminum doesnt corrode or oxidize....you could still incur some issues. you may want to at least have a paint shop give u a fresh clear coat...but thats just me.
the install looks clean tho, nice job
03-25-2012, 08:16 PM
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i dont think the door skins are aluminum. however everything front of the A pillar is aluminum....my magnets i used during vinyl wraps wont attract anything forward of the A pillar. i always have to use tape....
be careful with the assumption that aluminum doesnt corrode or oxidize....you could still incur some issues. you may want to at least have a paint shop give u a fresh clear coat...but thats just me.
the install looks clean tho, nice job
be careful with the assumption that aluminum doesnt corrode or oxidize....you could still incur some issues. you may want to at least have a paint shop give u a fresh clear coat...but thats just me.
the install looks clean tho, nice job
some info here: http://engineeringcentral.blogspot.c...omparison.html
03-26-2012, 08:54 AM
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My Ride: 2008 AW N52 with sports package & premium package; natural brown interior
MODs:
Orion V2s
3000K H8 Yellow Fogs
Matte Black Kidney Grills
20" Miro 111
Hankook V12 Tires
H&R Sport Springs
Special coding via Simon (dbl flash hazards, digital velocity, etc.)
LED Side Markers from Trinity Autosports
LED License Plate Lights from Trinity Autosports
Carbon Delete
BMC Air Filter
RPI Scoop
RPI GT Exhaust
Future MODs:
Mtech Kit
KW Variant 2 Coilovers
CIC Retrofit
Upgrade Audio System
Awesome Job!!! You got huge ones for going through with this and it turned out great. 
