Brush aluminum running boards question

JayX5 · #1 06-09-2006, 05:30 PM

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anything else is needed to install these running boards. I was looking at the x5 accesory book and it said that these running boards are nnot compatible with front and rear flares. This is what I'm not understanding. Also how was the install? Should I attempt to do this if I'm kind of mechanically inclined or should I let the dealer do this?

Also where is the cheapest place to buy them?

Thanks for everything in advance!

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rayxi · #2 06-09-2006, 05:45 PM

You don't have to worry about the flares, you don't have them on your 3.0 unless you've installed them yourself. The DIY is fairly easy. The link to the DIY is on the X5World homepage. You will need the plastic rivet tool (info is in DIY). Lots of threads on the the RB install and vendors as well. I got mine from Crevier.

LeMansX5 · #3 06-09-2006, 06:44 PM

The wheel arches which come with running boards are fine for your 3.0 unless you want to spend more for looks. If you are BMWCCA member you can use that to get discount at your local BMW dealer who gives most discount, as shipping long distance will not be cheap.

mtmnet · #4 06-09-2006, 09:44 PM

Installation info here:
http://www.xoutpost.com/articles/x5/b...tallation.html

JayX5 · #5 06-09-2006, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LeMansX5

The wheel arches which come with running boards are fine for your 3.0 unless you want to spend more for looks. If you are BMWCCA member you can use that to get discount at your local BMW dealer who gives most discount, as shipping long distance will not be cheap.

So which wheel arches can I upgrade to?