What did you do to your F3X today?

sifi · 01-26-2020, 10:18 PM

Today I disconnected the exhaust flap. Can't really tell that much of a difference.

visionaut · 01-26-2020, 10:19 PM

Today I put in smoke replacement side-markers (amber be gone!). I like it with the EB (dirt n all)... and my future cf trim.

So what’s the inside scoop on some nice stealth signal bulbs (incandescent or LED) for my 4? Looking for drop-in, no mods/CEL issues.
As you can see I’ve got an F36 M Sport with Xenon-adaptive headlights, and just want to change the evil outer signal lamp bulbs.

TIA,
Tom in Denver

oranga · 01-27-2020, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by visionaut

Today I put in smoke replacement side-markers (amber be gone!). I like it with the EB (dirt n all)... and my future cf trim.

So what’s the inside scoop on some nice stealth signal bulbs (incandescent or LED) for my 4? Looking for drop-in, no mods/CEL issues.
As you can see I’ve got an F36 M Sport with Xenon-adaptive headlights, and just want to change the evil outer signal lamp bulbs.

TIA,
Tom in Denver

Check out superbrightleds.com, they sort bulb fitment by model of car so it’s easy to find, and they are affordable. Quality is good, I put mine in more than a year ago and they’ve been great. You will require coding though, or else your dash will keep telling you the lights are out, not to mention you’ll get a flicker every few minutes while the car is running

haagm58 · 01-27-2020, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by oranga

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Originally Posted by visionaut

Today I put in smoke replacement side-markers (amber be gone!). I like it with the EB (dirt n all)... and my future cf trim.

So what’s the inside scoop on some nice stealth signal bulbs (incandescent or LED) for my 4? Looking for drop-in, no mods/CEL issues.
As you can see I’ve got an F36 M Sport with Xenon-adaptive headlights, and just want to change the evil outer signal lamp bulbs.

TIA,
Tom in Denver

Check out superbrightleds.com, they sort bulb fitment by model of car so it’s easy to find, and they are affordable. Quality is good, I put mine in more than a year ago and they’ve been great. You will require coding though, or else your dash will keep telling you the lights are out, not to mention you’ll get a flicker every few minutes while the car is running

Dumb question but how did you pop out the cover in the wheel well? I wasn't able to open mine today with a trim tool.

John in VA · 01-27-2020, 08:23 PM

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Dumb question but how did you pop out the cover in the wheel well? I wasn't able to open mine today with a trim tool.

The two tabs need to be pressed down to release the cover:
https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/f...ights/HnS3Z2v4

John in VA · 01-27-2020, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by visionaut

So what’s the inside scoop on some nice stealth signal bulbs (incandescent or LED) for my 4? Looking for drop-in, no mods/CEL issues.
As you can see I’ve got an F36 M Sport with Xenon-adaptive headlights, and just want to change the evil outer signal lamp bulbs.

These are incandescent, so no coding needed - OSRAM Diadem Chrome PY21W
https://www.powerbulbs.com/us/produc...ome-py21w-twin

visionaut · 01-27-2020, 09:32 PM

Thanks for the inputs.

So I found that I need PY24W bulbs (they have a crazy extended plastic base) for my front signal lights on my ‘16 435 (bi-xenon adaptive).

I think I’ll go with a name brand incandescent - in stealth silver/amber finish - even though they’re pricey. I don’t think I want any LED-related hassles (quality/lifespan) or CANBUS compatibility issues I’ve seen mentioned.

Jakeenzo · 01-29-2020, 02:38 AM

Kerbed my front offside within 24 hours of having it

Luckily it's not too bad

NYOreo23 · 01-29-2020, 03:21 AM

Wow it's sure been awhile but
MPE w/ carbon fiber tips as well.
Definitely love it.

Got FMIC and chargepipe to install but it's been pretty darn cold here by me so I've just been waiting on that.
(No garage sadly) and (I promise to get a better pic later today haha)

haagm58 · 01-29-2020, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by NYOreo23

Wow it's sure been awhile but
MPE w/ carbon fiber tips as well.
Definitely love it.

Got FMIC and chargepipe to install but it's been pretty darn cold here by me so I've just been waiting on that.
(No garage sadly) and (I promise to get a better pic later today haha)

Looks great, I'm sure it sounds nice too.

fuseryder · 01-29-2020, 06:25 PM

installed m sport wheel, what a PITA![IMG]undefined[/IMG]

vinzcast21 · 01-29-2020, 08:55 PM

Cried to my F30

Sensational · 01-29-2020, 11:58 PM

I decided to try out those g20 diamond style grills

mmunkn · 01-30-2020, 05:22 AM

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I decided to try out those g20 diamond style grills

How was the installation, and where did you buy them?

MSCD · 01-30-2020, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by vinzcast21

Cried to my F30

Ouch, sorry!

MSCD · 01-30-2020, 05:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Sensational

I decided to try out those g20 diamond style grills

I'd be interested to see with the bonnet/ hood closed to get the full effect.

Sensational · 01-30-2020, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by mmunkn

How was the installation, and where did you buy them?

Pretty easy, just gotta take out the some of the screws on the front bumper and unclip the the grills, you can probably do it without unscrewing the top of the front bumper but it's way harder

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I'd be interested to see with the bonnet/ hood closed to get the full effect.

MSCD · 01-30-2020, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Sensational

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Originally Posted by mmunkn

How was the installation, and where did you buy them?

Pretty easy, just gotta take out the some of the screws on the front bumper and unclip the the grills, you can probably do it without unscrewing the top of the front bumper but it's way harder

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I'd be interested to see with the bonnet/ hood closed to get the full effect.

Suits the black well. Not sure it would work as well on my AW. Congrats.

rphz · 01-30-2020, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Yungsta

anyone notice considerable wear and tear on the center arm rest? kind of annoying since the leader is slowly fading.

Yep, I'm running into this too

Skyhigh · 01-30-2020, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Yungsta

anyone notice considerable wear and tear on the center arm rest? kind of annoying since the leader is slowly fading.

What leather do you have? Dakota? Merino?How do you maintain it and how often?

rphz Same question to you of course.

F36GC_NYC · 01-30-2020, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fuseryder

installed m sport wheel, what a PITA![IMG]undefined[/IMG]

i want that instrument cluster, but i dont want to spend that kinda of money

MSCD · 01-30-2020, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Yungsta

anyone notice considerable wear and tear on the center arm rest? kind of annoying since the leader is slowly fading.

Yep, I'm running into this too

I changed to the Alcantara one.... mine was 2 years in, no wear.... sitting in the garage now, boxed.

01-26-2020, 10:18 PM	#6821
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visionaut Captain 1301 Rep 873 Posts Drives: 2016 435iX GC & 1976 2002 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Mile High City, CO iTrader: (0)	Today I put in smoke replacement side-markers (amber be gone!). I like it with the EB (dirt n all)... and my future cf trim. So what’s the inside scoop on some nice stealth signal bulbs (incandescent or LED) for my 4? Looking for drop-in, no mods/CEL issues. As you can see I’ve got an F36 M Sport with Xenon-adaptive headlights, and just want to change the evil outer signal lamp bulbs. TIA, Tom in Denver Attached Images __________________ v i s i o n a u t i k s.com Manufactured in Bavaria, Modded and Driven with passion in America.
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visionaut Captain 1301 Rep 873 Posts Drives: 2016 435iX GC & 1976 2002 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Mile High City, CO iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the inputs. So I found that I need PY24W bulbs (they have a crazy extended plastic base) for my front signal lights on my ‘16 435 (bi-xenon adaptive). I think I’ll go with a name brand incandescent - in stealth silver/amber finish - even though they’re pricey. I don’t think I want any LED-related hassles (quality/lifespan) or CANBUS compatibility issues I’ve seen mentioned. __________________ v i s i o n a u t i k s.com Manufactured in Bavaria, Modded and Driven with passion in America.
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