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Old 07-28-2005, 05:44 PM
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Finally...just about finished modding my X5!! - See pictures

Well guys, I think I am just about finished modding my X5. I got absolutely no looks before when my car was stock. Since I put on the 20's w/running boards people started taking notice of the car. But ever since I put on the 4.6 body kit...WOW I am getting crazy looks on the X. People are actually slowing down or speeding up to get a better look.

Here is a list of what I have done:

1. Replaced non sport headlights/tailights to clear sport versions, clear brake lamp. Replaced most bulbs to clear amber bulbs
2. Replaced OEM steering wheel with M5 steering wheel
3. Hardwired radar detector
4. Installed first aid kit
5. Chrome exhaust tips
6. Installed staggered 4.6 replica 20 inch wheels
7. Installed aluminum running boards
8. Installed AC schnitzer pedal set
9. Installed 4.6 Body kit front and rear aprons.


Possible things to do for the future:
1. Install 4.6/4.8 gauge cluster ...price for part around $475
2. Install 4.8 oval exhaust ... price around 1k for both dual mufflers
3. Angel eyes






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Old 07-28-2005, 05:51 PM
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CONGRATULATIONS.Really nice mods.Really good taste!Very similar mods to my 3.0d.That M5 steering wheel would look a lot better with M5 aluminium rings in the cluster!Just a tip!

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Old 07-28-2005, 06:14 PM
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powers1 thanks for the tip.
Have you installed the M5 cluster without any problems. Do you have any pictures?

The only difference I see from the M5 cluster compared to the 4.6/4.8 cluster is the M logo. I actually like the M logo makes it stand out a bit more.

Has anyone successfully installed the M5 cluster on there X? I know the temperature and RPM lights will not work which is something I can live with. From what I understand everything else works fine.
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Old 07-28-2005, 08:17 PM
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Looking good, nice job
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Old 07-28-2005, 09:15 PM
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wow we almost have the same mods. once i get my angel eyes installed i will post pics..
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Old 07-28-2005, 09:19 PM
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BEAUTIFUL, I love the white and tan combination...looks awsome
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Old 07-28-2005, 09:19 PM
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Very tasteful mods!! Congrats!
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Old 07-28-2005, 09:58 PM
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SWEET truck you got there!
Alpine White looks so clean & nice!!

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4. Installed first aid kit
how much did you spend for this mod?
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Old 07-28-2005, 10:04 PM
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Looking great! Don't think you are finished modding yet. I see you still have some items for future.
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Old 07-29-2005, 01:00 AM
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I know the temperature wont work but are you sure the redlights for redline wont add up? Also note that the clusters have different redlines. I really like the M5 cluster, I am thinking about doing this mod, if anyone knows more about the M5 cluster on the x5 please comment
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