Need help with gauge ring install....
 

I'm trying to find someone in the Winston-Salem, NC area that would be willing to help me out with the gauge ring install. I don't have the rings yet but will purchase them asap. I'm confident in my abilities to do most mods, but given I've never worked on a gauge cluster before, I was hoping to find someone who has installed the rings[successfully :D ] on their X.

I'm willing to travel and of course a monetary payment is in order for the installer. Any takers?

Come to X5world fest, which is being held right there in the Carolinas in a few short weeks. JV, our very own "Lord of the Rings", has offered to conduct a clinic on how to do this mod to anyone that attends. :thumbup:

I can give you a list of tools you'll need and easy to follow instructions, or as Jeff stated, come to the X5World/X3World meet on 10/22 and I'll help you out in person.

It may seem like a daunting task, but seriously, taking the gauge cluster out and apart is simple.

JV

I`d love to see the list of tools and instructions as I`m on the verge of this install.

It's a really easy mod. The only "specialize" tool you need is a T10 screwdriver used for electronics. You can buy them at Radio Shack, or many times they are included in tool sets. Otherwise all you need is a needlenose plier and a flathead screwdriver.

The instrument cluster comes out easily and if you are handy, it should not be a problem. Good luck.

As Autoxer said, the 2 screws which hold the gauge cluster into the dash are T-10 size. Flat head screwdriver to unock the 4 plastic tabs on the gauge housing and a pair of needlenose pliers to turn and unlock the 5 + tabs, then your gauge cluster comes apart.

JV

Unfortunately it's parents weekend at my university during the weekend of the meet, and my parents are making the trip down from Jersey, so I will be spending the weekend with them in Winston-Salem going to our football game and all that stuff.

Ok, I`m all for it, just one last question. Would this invalidate my BMW warranty? I have done other mods, all of which can be removed but I wouldn`t want to have to remove the rings if I need to take the car in.

I had to take my new X5 in a couple days after installing the rings, and no one at the dealership said a word about it. I was a bit worried about it, since I was getting a "service engine" light on the dash (probably from something I did installing the rings :D ).

Alright so I guess there's no one in my area willing to help with the gauge ring install?