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Old 01-12-2006, 12:22 AM
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New mods for my X5

1. Gauge rings: one of the easiest mod to DIY. The only hard part is to take the cluster cover apart to put the rings in there, but it can be done w/ patience. One of the cheapest mod that make the most impact on the interior.

2. HID headlight: I have a non-xenon headlight. Purchased an 8000K HID kit off a seller on eBay for $280.00. Modified the OEM socket to accept the H7 HID bulb. The result is very satisfied. I might not have some of the xenon headlight options, but I like the light output better with mine. Will post more pics later.

Next mod: Angel eyes kit and painted housing. Stay tuned.
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Old 01-12-2006, 12:42 AM
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Good job on the mods!
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Old 01-12-2006, 12:45 AM
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Nice job tmv!!! They look great!!!
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Old 01-12-2006, 06:29 AM
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Old 01-12-2006, 09:27 AM
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Nice, it looks a whole lot better,
BTW where did you get the rings from? if you don't mind me asking...
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Old 01-12-2006, 11:41 AM
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I might not have some of the xenon headlight options, but I like the light output better with mine. Will post more pics later.

Next mod: Angel eyes kit and painted housing. Stay tuned.
Hey TMV,
A relative Noob here, but we have a similar eye for mods. My chrome rings should come in tomorrow for install! Great work on your mods with a clean finish!

I'm also looking into Xenon upgrades up front, & wondering what options are not available with an upgrade kit like the 1 you installed. Are these options only available when upgrading with OEM parts?

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Old 01-12-2006, 01:43 PM
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Lookin' good, man.

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Nice job! Looks really good.
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Old 01-12-2006, 01:48 PM
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Looks great.....these chrome rings are next on my radar.
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Old 01-12-2006, 04:32 PM
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Your rings look great! I agree that it is an easy mod. and really sets off the guages. Makes it look like a 4.8 (which has them standard, I think). I got mine for abot $39 w/shipping and it was one of the best and cheapest mods. for my X.
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