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X5 4.8is with AMG Paddle Shifters
I wanted paddle shifters. SMG and SSG paddles were going to involve much more cutting than I was comfortable with, so I had to find another route. After some researching, I came across the Mercedes AMG paddle shifters, reasonably priced around $100. They required minimal cutting, were a nice, heavy aluminum, and would wire up just like SMG paddles. I'm very happy with the results. The paddles, slip ring, and parts for the wiring harness, came to about $260 after shipping from ECS. I haven't had a chance to utilize them much since I just installed them today, but everything works well. |
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looks neat, nice work
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Wow, great job! Do the paddles attach firmly to something metallic in the wheel?
Part numbers?
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2003 4.4i black ext./black int./black headliner (kid's runabout) 2014 535d X-drive, M package, silver/black interior Sold but not forgotten: 2009 E70 35d, black ext./black int./black headliner (sold 2021) 2006 4.8iS Le Mans blue/cream int./black headliner, SOLD in 2012 sadly... Other hardware: 2015 Cayenne S (wife's new DD and definitely wroooommmmm) 2016 Tundra 1794 edition crew cab, luxo hauler 2005 Tundra crew cab, weekend hauler. Sold after 150k very happy miles. |
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Thanks!
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Sorry for not listing the part numbers, I'm having trouble posting and editing threads, so I wasn't able to add it to the post above, but here are the part numbers for the slip ring and paddles: AMG Paddles: 1712670046 BMW Slip Ring: 61318379091 I referenced these two threads before tackling the job: HowTo-> Paddle shifters from Mercedes on a E38 and yes it works! (long) DIY: Harness for SMG paddle shift retrofit (for steptronic auto) - E46Fanatics The second thread lists the part numbers you will need for the wiring harness. If you are using the AMG paddles, you will have to get another 2-pin connector to attach the paddles to the slip ring. I didn't get one but had a one lying around that I rigged to work. |
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That is killer! Nice work!
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Looks very nice. hows the clearance from the wiper/turn stalks? Does cleaning the windscreen make you shift up a gear?
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Nice job!
I have them in my E38. Also put some leds in. |
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Uh ♥ ! Great job!
..Must have!.. |
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Thanks for the positive feedback everyone.
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That looks awesome! If you don't mind I think I might do the same. I even have some amber LEDs laying around. Do you happen to know which wire to tap into in the steering wheel. I imagine it would be the one that lights up the steering control buttons, but I don't know what color that is. |
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very nice. Leds are also hot
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