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Old 03-29-2013, 12:09 PM
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Happy to report that aero kit was delivered today. I examined all the pieces and they seem to be good quality. sturdy and well-made. I haven't started the install yet. Have to find a body shop to paint the pieces first.

BalX5: These are the 3 types of screws that came with the kit. I know that self-tapping screws are the middle one, but did you use the long one on the left and the short ones on the right during your install?
The aftermarket kit came with extra rivets and screws that are not needed. In fact I still have half a bag left in the garage. The rivet on the left is not needed but for the rear I used like 4 of the short ones for the center, but not neccassary.
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The aftermarket kit came with extra rivets and screws that are not needed. In fact I still have half a bag left in the garage. The rivet on the left is not needed but for the rear I used like 4 of the short ones for the center, but not neccassary.
ok thanks!
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Old 04-15-2013, 10:41 PM
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Order mine yesterday! cant wait, question for you, on the pdf it talks about using some glue for the front piece, but you didnt mention any, what did you use for this piece?

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Old 04-15-2013, 11:53 PM
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Order mine yesterday! cant wait, question for you, on the pdf it talks about using some glue for the front piece, but you didnt mention any, what did you use for this piece?

thnx
The adhesive kit is not needed
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Wanted to share my weekend DIY with folks.

I purchased an aftermarket replica kit on eBay after reading several writeups and reviews from members.

Aero Kit = $300
Paint = $300
BMW hardware (additional) = $20
PDF instruction found on this forum
Total Time = 3 hours
Nice job! Where did you get the paint?
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Old 04-18-2013, 01:19 PM
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Nice job! Where did you get the paint?
I got my paint done at a local body shop. Just call around your area as the $$$ will range from $250-$450 depending. If you add all the pieces together its is not more than a full bumper to paint and prep.
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I got my paint done at a local body shop. Just call around your area as the $$$ will range from $250-$450 depending. If you add all the pieces together its is not more than a full bumper to paint and prep.
+1 also, if you can't leave your car with the body shop, take off your gas cover and leave it with them so they have something to match. that's what I did.
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Good idea. Thanks guys.
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Looks good !

Let me know if it fits with the hitch.
Would be interested to hide the butchered back bumper...
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nice job i cant wait to put mines on this was a big help
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