Amazon CF M Style Mirror Cap Review

ktrvn · 11-14-2019, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by F36GC_NYC

well winter just arrived! i guess ill wait for next summer

Honestly I'm not sure how much the heat would help, but if you want I'd say give the credit card method a shot! Maybe I accidentally broke half of one of my clips because the squeegee is bigger and thicker.. and I also didn't care to be as careful because I wouldn't need my OEM caps anymore

F36GC_NYC · 11-14-2019, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

Honestly I'm not sure how much the heat would help, but if you want I'd say give the credit card method a shot! Maybe I accidentally broke half of one of my clips because the squeegee is bigger and thicker.. and I also didn't care to be as careful because I wouldn't need my OEM caps anymore

valid points.. will give it a shot, once i figure out which caps to buy and from where.

ktrvn · 11-14-2019, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by F36GC_NYC

valid points.. will give it a shot, once i figure out which caps to buy and from where.

Good luck let us know how it goes

as for the caps I'd recommend the one I posted in this thread!

F36GC_NYC · 11-14-2019, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

Good luck let us know how it goes

as for the caps I'd recommend the one I posted in this thread!

understood, thank you.

a review i found from that seller, can you relate?

"The driver side cover fits right on and perfectly, I had to file for an exchange because the passenger side did not fit well, I received the exchange only to find out that the passenger cover fits the same way as the first one. I am a bit OCD and I like things to fit perfectly, I will let this one pass because these covers just make my car look soooooo sexy. Go ahead and make the purchase, just keep in mind that passenger side cover is a lil off, but they make up for how beautiful these will look in your car."

ktrvn · 11-14-2019, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by F36GC_NYC

understood, thank you.

a review i found from that seller, can you relate?

"The driver side cover fits right on and perfectly, I had to file for an exchange because the passenger side did not fit well, I received the exchange only to find out that the passenger cover fits the same way as the first one. I am a bit OCD and I like things to fit perfectly, I will let this one pass because these covers just make my car look soooooo sexy. Go ahead and make the purchase, just keep in mind that passenger side cover is a lil off, but they make up for how beautiful these will look in your car."

I did not have this problem at all. Both sides fit perfect and snug. I also spray Mothers CMX Ceramic coat spray on the every other week ish to keep a protective layer over the carbon fiber.

As for longevity, I've had these since the end of September and live in Texas. The temperatures were pretty warm/hot when I first got them and it still seems to be doing okay. Will probably update when summer comes with daily 90-100 degree temperatures.

Billfitz · 11-14-2019, 04:45 PM

You don't need heat or a credit card. What works very well is a pair of plastic trim removal wedges. A pair, so you can apply pressure on opposite sides of the cover. What leads to broken clips is applying pressure to only one side.

F36GC_NYC · 11-15-2019, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

I did not have this problem at all. Both sides fit perfect and snug. I also spray Mothers CMX Ceramic coat spray on the every other week ish to keep a protective layer over the carbon fiber.

As for longevity, I've had these since the end of September and live in Texas. The temperatures were pretty warm/hot when I first got them and it still seems to be doing okay. Will probably update when summer comes with daily 90-100 degree temperatures.

alright, sounds good to me ty

RollinUpF30 · 11-18-2019, 06:32 PM

I’m going to have to order these! I got a cheap pair off of eBay and they just don’t cut it!

ktrvn · 11-18-2019, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RollinUpF30

I’m going to have to order these! I got a cheap pair off of eBay and they just don’t cut it!

Same problem here. Got cheap eBay ones that were terrible. Returned them and got these and I haven't had any problems. Quality is also very nice!

Flump · 11-20-2019, 04:00 PM

I'm curious about the longevity of these things. It looks like some of the reviews complain about fading/yellowing. I'm curious if I could just put some UV resistant clear on there and solve that problem.

ktrvn · 11-20-2019, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Flump

I'm curious about the longevity of these things. It looks like some of the reviews complain about fading/yellowing. I'm curious if I could just put some UV resistant clear on there and solve that problem.

I use Mother's CMX Ceramic Pro spray about every 2-3 weeks. Carbon still looks fresh on mine after 3 ish months even though thats not that long.

There may be better sprays for UV protection or products but I haven't looked into it as much

Flump · 11-21-2019, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

I use Mother's CMX Ceramic Pro spray about every 2-3 weeks. Carbon still looks fresh on mine after 3 ish months even though thats not that long.

There may be better sprays for UV protection or products but I haven't looked into it as much

I just skinned some door pull trim in carbon fiber, and am using Sp*****x 2K clearcoat as the top coat. It is 2 part "automotive" clear in a can. It's pretty expensive for a single rattle can (relatively), but it is surprisingly awesome stuff, and adds a layer of UV resistance.

XxThe_RemedyXx · 11-24-2019, 06:38 PM

I treated mine with Jescar Power Lock and 2 coats of Collinite 845. They look amazing. Hopefully they will stay that way

Astute · 11-27-2019, 03:20 PM

Ordered these the other day. I had a problem with fitment on the passenger side, specifically near the bottom on the side closest to the car. In trying to fix the fitment issue, I ended up snapping a couple clips. So they're going back, and I guess I'll try it again. I went with taking the full mirror off too without having any problems in doing so. I had a little trouble with putting the driver's side mirror back in, but I ended up figuring it out after trying it a couple times.

ktrvn · 11-28-2019, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Astute

Ordered these the other day. I had a problem with fitment on the passenger side, specifically near the bottom on the side closest to the car. In trying to fix the fitment issue, I ended up snapping a couple clips. So they're going back, and I guess I'll try it again. I went with taking the full mirror off too without having any problems in doing so. I had a little trouble with putting the driver's side mirror back in, but I ended up figuring it out after trying it a couple times.

Hopefully you'll get a better set this time around. Every car is a little different I guess or every product is also a little different lol. Let us know how second round goes!

XxThe_RemedyXx · 11-29-2019, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Billfitz

You don't need heat or a credit card. What works very well is a pair of plastic trim removal wedges. A pair, so you can apply pressure on opposite sides of the cover. What leads to broken clips is applying pressure to only one side.

This works well also. I have to disagree on the heat though. Heating plastic makes it more malleable and less prone to breaking.

Astute · 12-03-2019, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

Hopefully you'll get a better set this time around. Every car is a little different I guess or every product is also a little different lol. Let us know how second round goes!

Yeah I got the second set yesterday. I'll wait til I can get the car in the garage and it's not so cold for me to try again. I'll post with update.

lito · 01-26-2020, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

So this is my second set of m style mirror caps I've ordered. First was from eBay for $50 and the carbon finish was terrible. However, this set from amazon was only $100 and the quality, finish, and fit is amazing! Honestly didn't see any flaws on it and the fit was 10/10. It was also packaged very well as you can see in the pictures. Bonus was that it is also prime so you can get it in 2 days

Here's the link to the mirror caps if you're interested:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pictures:

Can you post pic of the mirrors form the driver side point of view or inside of the car?

Billfitz · 01-26-2020, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by XxThe_RemedyXx

I have to disagree on the heat though. Heating plastic makes it more malleable and less prone to breaking.

True, but the clips are inside the cover, where you can't reach them to heat them. I would avoid trying to pop the old covers off in cold weather, and even in good weather have the car in the sun where it reaches the mirrors for a few hours.

BradMacklin · 01-26-2020, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by lito

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Originally Posted by Kyletrann

So this is my second set of m style mirror caps I've ordered. First was from eBay for $50 and the carbon finish was terrible. However, this set from amazon was only $100 and the quality, finish, and fit is amazing! Honestly didn't see any flaws on it and the fit was 10/10. It was also packaged very well as you can see in the pictures. Bonus was that it is also prime so you can get it in 2 days

Here's the link to the mirror caps if you're interested:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q75ZR51/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pictures:

Can you post pic of the mirrors form the driver side point of view or inside of the car?

Would also like to this see this angle is anyone can oblige

ktrvn · 01-27-2020, 08:12 AM

Here's the inside view from the driver seat for those asking

BradMacklin · 01-27-2020, 09:36 AM

Thank you.....you may have just got them another order lol

I have the same color bmw as the OP, do you find the carbon sticks out against the mineral grey? I'm wondering how noticeable the carbon even is

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