Possible to install OEM running board E70

[TaMbALoLoNg]

The plastic rivets are a one time use only. Once you pull those out you cant reuse them as the rivet setter already cut off the pin at the desired length. You dont need the oem plastic rivet, you can use any plastic rivet(screw in type) from any auto parts shop. I think they are 3/4 or 1/4.

[JA330xi]

Originally Posted by ViperNY

Funny, my wife wants me to take mine off. Just got my new X5 two weeks ago and the new running boards are causing my wife great pain. The step is not too high and not too low and really is a strange height and is difficult to use. My wife gets her pants dirty everytime she gets in or out of the truck.

Went to the dealer yesterday and he wants $1,200 to remove the running boards and put some kind of trim piece in its place.

We have an 08 3.0 without running boards. My wife gets her pants dirty (in the winter) every time. (She is 5' 9") As a matter of fact, so do I and I am just under 5' 11". I guess there is no perfect solution!

[KYZRSOSE]

So I was at the stealership today. Talked to them regarding the running boards. They wanted originally 6 hours for install (according to BMW...hahaha.) Told them I have the sheets for install at 2 hours. They came down to 2.5 hours and at a reduced labor rate.

So I also got them to do the Aero kit, re-finish the wheels in Ferric Grey, and put new shoes on her. Its my part 1 of the mod-plan. Part 2, find a body shop/indy shop for painting of various grills, emblems, taillight pipes, body molding, etc..., then delete the rails... Part 3, lower the front and back.... Part 4, exhaust.... Part 5 - rob a bank....wait, this should be first..

[ring007]

Installed the running boards on my E70 4.8i today. I bought them from my local dealer for $365 with the BMWCCA parts discount. I wasn't sure how long it was going to take me when reading the BMW instructions, but all in it took 4 hours with the help of my 4yr old son (prob would have taken 3 hours without him)

Anyway they look good and I saved 4 hours of labor or about $450 bucks and it was pretty easy.

Originally Posted by us_matrix

Hi,

I was wondering if the E70 I am getting (used) does not equipped with running board. Can I get the OEM one and install it. Is it possible to do it by myself (My friend is a mechanic). I found many OEM on ebay selling for $500+. Does anyone know any other place for better price? BTW, I found the install guide at the front page but just want to make sure if it can be done?

BMW X5 RUNNING BOARDS 3.0L, 4.8L 2007 2008 2009 E70:eBay Motors (item 270331734125 end time Nov-13-09 07:44:05 PST)

Thanks in advance!
Mugen

[cinnamonstick]

Just bought some at Tischer BMW--- $390 pick up....

Wish me luck (well, the husband)....

[Tim W.]

Thanks for the instructions! I am going to do mine in the next few days

[Tim W.]

Thanks for the instructions. Took less than an Hour...........

[blue dragon]

I picked some up from Pacific bmw for $332. I'll be installing them over the Christmas break. Also got the fender flare retrofit kit for $265
I aim'd Jason at Tischer (getbmwparts.com) and he couldn't match Pacific's prices. I also picked up the roof rack crossbars for $188.

[js_avery]

Did you guys use the recommended "windshield adhesive". The kit did not come with any is it needed?

[blue dragon]

^^ Yes, I bought windshield adhesive from napa auto parts.