New Mods - Metamorphosis in Pictures
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='851544' date='Apr 19 2009, 02:42 AM
an NY member was kind enough to drive it up to him....
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...t=0&start=0
http://forums.e60.net/index.php?showtopic=...t=0&start=0
Well, sort of. I gave him my address, he shipped it here and then picked it up in his MDX. I would've looked silly trying to go over the border with that box sticking out the window of either of my cars.. LOL
Either way, glad to see it's on the car! Looks great man!
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Originally Posted by Silver_545i' post='851453' date='Apr 18 2009, 11:29 PM
I'm still getting used to the black grills. Maybe you can all help me decide... Should I:
1. keep the black matte grills just the way they are.
2. paint the grills jet-black to match the shadow-line trim?
3. switch back to the chrome grills - after all, the chrome grills are the elegant and luxurious BMW trademark.
1. keep the black matte grills just the way they are.
2. paint the grills jet-black to match the shadow-line trim?
3. switch back to the chrome grills - after all, the chrome grills are the elegant and luxurious BMW trademark.
Same thing on my jet black M3, installed the black grills and it took away the nice details of the nose. Went back to M car stock, chrome with chrome slats
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Originally Posted by DrLev99' post='851510' date='Apr 19 2009, 12:11 AM
Looks great....I don't think I could ever recommend the m-tech front anymore. The M5 rep just looks so much meaner. 
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My Ride: 2011.5 Alpine White E90 M3 | Black Novillo Leather | Carbon Fiber Leather Trim | ZCP | ZP2 | M-DCT | Navigation | Moonroof | 6FL Mods: TMS 12.5mm spacers all around l Hawk HPS Brake Pads l OEM M3 Edition Grills l Paint Matched Side Gills l Key Hole D
So I've read some install "issues" with headlight washers and brake ducts...
does any of the Umnitza M5 front bumper guys wanna do a little write up or comment about the install process, what's different from OEM....I got a feeling we'll see more threads regarding it anyway
does any of the Umnitza M5 front bumper guys wanna do a little write up or comment about the install process, what's different from OEM....I got a feeling we'll see more threads regarding it anyway
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='851849' date='Apr 19 2009, 02:06 PM
So I've read some install "issues" with headlight washers and brake ducts...
does any of the Umnitza M5 front bumper guys wanna do a little write up or comment about the install process, what's different from OEM....I got a feeling we'll see more threads regarding it anyway
does any of the Umnitza M5 front bumper guys wanna do a little write up or comment about the install process, what's different from OEM....I got a feeling we'll see more threads regarding it anyway
for the washer brackets and that the OEM brake ducts do not fit.
Detailed write-up of pros and cons would help forum members
who may be interested in this mod.
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My Ride: My ex-ride: EU '08 LCI 520dA. Space Grey, Sport Seats in Black Leather/Fabric Anthracite, Sport Steering Wheel, A/C with Extended Features, Hi-Fi Speakers, Cup Holders, Cruise with Braking function, Folding Rear Seats, Xenons, Park Distance Control.
Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='851450' date='Apr 19 2009, 06:25 AM
wow, great before and after pics 
...I like how the umnitza M5 rep bumper has NO gap with the side fenders....definitely a great option to look into for those looking into changing out their stock bumper...
...I like how the umnitza M5 rep bumper has NO gap with the side fenders....definitely a great option to look into for those looking into changing out their stock bumper...I also love the upgrade from US side markers to EU side leds.
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My Ride: 2011.5 Alpine White E90 M3 | Black Novillo Leather | Carbon Fiber Leather Trim | ZCP | ZP2 | M-DCT | Navigation | Moonroof | 6FL Mods: TMS 12.5mm spacers all around l Hawk HPS Brake Pads l OEM M3 Edition Grills l Paint Matched Side Gills l Key Hole D
Originally Posted by mrfva' post='851864' date='Apr 19 2009, 12:13 PM
I recall it being mentioned that additional parts were necessary
for the washer brackets and that the OEM brake ducts do not fit.
Detailed write-up of pros and cons would help forum members
who may be interested in this mod.
for the washer brackets and that the OEM brake ducts do not fit.
Detailed write-up of pros and cons would help forum members
who may be interested in this mod.
