DaRipper's E70 35D Mod Weekend

[Daripper]

Originally Posted by RedRockin

Do I miss something? He "was running out of paint when he sprayed the aerokit". So this means the aerokit is too light and needs to be re-sprayed "at cost"?? Is it me or does this sound like he goofed and is charging you "cost" to fix his goof?

Know you saw DMK's thread. I like his tail light lenses, wonder what they look like when lit/brakes, etc. I wouldn't try them tho as I am way too dependent on my back-up lights (no street lights where I live). Like the rims too!

Red,

He didnt put enought paint on and should of sprayed it darker. Im not getting charged extra for him to respray it. Ill be picking it up tomorrow.

- DaRip

[us_matrix]

Daripper,

For Areo kit, did you need to drill any hole or mod or glue on the bumper before you can install the kit? Or all you have to do is just remove the existing screw from bumper and put the plastic carrier on?

Tks

[Daripper]

Originally Posted by us_matrix

Daripper,

For Areo kit, did you need to drill any hole or mod or glue on the bumper before you can install the kit? Or all you have to do is just remove the existing screw from bumper and put the plastic carrier on?

Tks

There is no modification done to the original bumper to install the Aerokit. Just slap the carrier on and measure to make sure your level. Use the self tapping screws to mount the carrier in place. I think I used about 30 plus screws to mount the front and rear. I have instruction but I will have to post it later when I get home from work.

- DaRip

[piaabro210]

Great write up! Thanks for taking the time to do this very informative!

[Daripper]

Got the Aerokit back from the paintshop and its 100% match now. Looks awesome.

Saturday brought the car to Omega Tint and had Vince apply the clearbra. I forgot to bring my camera so I didn't take any pics while he installed it. Vince does excellent work and I highly recommend him. He covered the every painted piece on the front facial including the aerokit, side mirrors, 4 door cuffs, fog lights, headlights and outside edge of each door.

You cant really see the line where the clear bra ends. I am 100% satisfied. Some pics the day after.





Today had some free time and installed the Lux H8 Angel Lights. Luv it. Here are some pics. My point and shoot camera sucks and the picture is not a 100% accurate.






Next mod to do is hardwire my V1. Going to have to do a search on the forum to see how everyone did theirs.

Also the wheel search continues....thats pretty much it. Oh I will have to do a follow up with the Vince @ Omega just to touch up the clear bra. Will have him install 30% Ceramic Tint on the front windows to try to match the factory tint.

Enjoy! Stay Tuned...for more.

- DaRip

[Daripper]

Originally Posted by piaabro210

Great write up! Thanks for taking the time to do this very informative!

Thanks and your welcome. Just trying to participate and pass information on for those who enjoy adding some personalization to their cars.

- DaRip

[RedRockin]

Looks awesome D! Congrats. I'll probably get mine done next week with a "standard package" done by a highly recommended place in Scottsdale. It includes about 24" hood (about 10" past BMW) and all the parts mentioned in the other post. What do you call the "inlets" (?) with stainless looking strip thru the middle ->below fogs and above aero? Was that part difficult to do?

[x5TT]

Are you going to change fog light to LED/HID?

[Daripper]

Originally Posted by RedRockin

Looks awesome D! Congrats. I'll probably get mine done next week with a "standard package" done by a highly recommended place in Scottsdale. It includes about 24" hood (about 10" past BMW) and all the parts mentioned in the other post. What do you call the "inlets" (?) with stainless looking strip thru the middle ->below fogs and above aero? Was that part difficult to do?

Thanks Red. You wont regret it. It wasn't difficult for him to do that area. I'm sure your guy will do a great job.

- DaRip

[Daripper]

Originally Posted by x5TT

Are you going to change fog light to LED/HID?

Yeah I want to do but I'm trying to figure out how to get access to the fogs. I looked in the manual and there is no directions on how to replace the fog lights.

I removed both air intake plastic pieces but are completely blocked. Im guessing I would have to remove the font bumper to get to the fog lights which is a pain if If the bulbs go out.

Got to do some research and figure out what vendors are out there who can provide an easy plug and play solution.

- DaRip