[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by atxsk8r

FTW nice! Black is awesome when it's clean, best color! Too bad once you drive away from taking the photo and get home, it's already time for another wash

It's not that bad, people! Maybe my coating helps? It does get a little dusty but the only time it's really bad is when it gets rained on and dries.

[Pyrat 2]

Originally Posted by F87LUV

It's not that bad, people! Maybe my coating helps? It does get a little dusty but the only time it's really bad is when it gets rained on and dries.

Agree. I think all of the naysayers on the black cars are feeding rumors of how terrible it is that they have heard from others and never buying one because of it. I have had several black cars and very dark blue (Carbon Black, Monaco Blue, and Orient Blue, Jet Black, and Black Sapphire) none of which were that hard to keep looking very sharp (the Jet black was the hardest). All show dust a bit more but thats only visible up close and generally on the horizontal surfaces. As you said seal or wax that car a couple times a year and maintaining it becomes a non-event.

Now the wheels on the other hand with the black edging. That's another story.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by atxsk8r

There's a secret trap door inside the fender wall. Just crank the tire to the side to pop off the panel. Then turn the connector which has the bulb inside, pops out, super easy

Here's pics of the panel and after i swapped the bulb:

Thanks!! I swapped the bulbs today. Except I forgot and touched the bulbs with my bare hands. Hope they don't explode. Lol.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

Agree. I think all of the naysayers on the black cars are feeding rumors of how terrible it is that they have heard from others and never buying one because of it. I have had several black cars and very dark blue (Carbon Black, Monaco Blue, and Orient Blue, Jet Black, and Black Sapphire) none of which were that hard to keep looking very sharp (the Jet black was the hardest). All show dust a bit more but thats only visible up close and generally on the horizontal surfaces. As you said seal or wax that car a couple times a year and maintaining it becomes a non-event.

Now the wheels on the other hand with the black edging. That's another story.

I hate cleaning my wheels but I also got them coated so that's easier as well.

[atxsk8r]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

Agree. I think all of the naysayers on the black cars are feeding rumors of how terrible it is that they have heard from others and never buying one because of it. I have had several black cars and very dark blue (Carbon Black, Monaco Blue, and Orient Blue, Jet Black, and Black Sapphire) none of which were that hard to keep looking very sharp (the Jet black was the hardest). All show dust a bit more but thats only visible up close and generally on the horizontal surfaces. As you said seal or wax that car a couple times a year and maintaining it becomes a non-event.

Now the wheels on the other hand with the black edging. That's another story.

I've own 3 black cars in the past so i know what it's like to maintain the paint and of course non metallic black is the hardest. I would of chosen BSM but the main reason i didn't is i wanted contrast with M perf parts.

And i agree about the stock wheels, pain in the ass to maintain and clean. Makes me want to swap them out and get aftermarket silver wheels

[Pyrat 2]

Was thinking of trying to find someone with an M4 or M3 with the silver versions of the wheels that wants to swap. Different tire sizes though will make it harder to find someone willing to do so.

[badluck]

Originally Posted by atxsk8r

FTW nice! Black is awesome when it's clean, best color! Too bad once you drive away from taking the photo and get home, it's already time for another wash

yup, its not fun keeping it clean

[///M2-PILOT]

Coded the M2 by Okee @ Codemycar, great person to work with. I am very pleased with the quality of service!

[MTHRAR]

Originally Posted by M2PILOT

Coded the M2 by Okee @ Codemycar, great person to work with. I am very pleased with the quality of service!

Does he do this remotely? or did you get it done in person?

[JasonPetrie]

Originally Posted by badluck

Detailed the car recently then took some pics. More in my thread.

absolutely stunning. Is it lowered and spaced? either way the stance is perfect.

[JasonPetrie]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2Pcs-...599737708.html

I've bought most of my LEDs on my cars from Aliexpress. I know many people will say not to but I've bought at least 10 sets of LEDs from them over the years and never had a failure or issue. You do need to be careful as with any led to make sure you are buying one that won't throw errors. These do not. They are as bright or brighter than the stock bulbs and look good to boot.

are they easy to install?

[///M2-PILOT]

Originally Posted by MTHRAR

Does he do this remotely? or did you get it done in person?

Done remote, and the process was very easy. Although I missed a file which I was to download and it took longer then expected, Okee was very patient and professional. He made the whole process very simple on my end.... Highly recommended!

[F87LUV]

Washed it!!

[Pyrat 2]

Originally Posted by JasonPetrie

are they easy to install?

Literally 5 minutes total for both the front turn signals. Turn the steering full lock in either direction and you get full access to both sides.

[Detailers Domain]

finished installing my Escort Passport 360 - Blendmount - Mirror Tap

[nopslide]

Originally Posted by DetailersDomain

finished installing my Escort Passport 360 - Blendmount - Mirror Tap

If you remove the center link detector will sit higher (right under the mirror). Keeps it from blocking visibility.

[Pyrat 2]

Brand new rotors and pads installed today! Somehow got some uneven pad deposits on the originals and had brake shudder which they fixed under warranty.

[Detailers Domain]

Originally Posted by nopslide

If you remove the center link detector will sit higher (right under the mirror). Keeps it from blocking visibility.

which is the center link? sorry can you circle it, I would love to get it closer.

[LBBDrew]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

Brand new rotors and pads installed today! Somehow got some uneven pad deposits on the originals and had brake shudder which they fixed under warranty.

Was this from the track? Can't believe they would replace all that under warranty for something that doesn't even really inhibit safety/performance

[Adem1534]

Well today ordered the VRSF Catless Downpipe and 90 mm Polished Stainless Steel tips. I also bought the O2 simulator.

All in all 540 bucks for what I think is a lot or upgrade.

[nopslide]

Originally Posted by DetailersDomain

which is the center link? sorry can you circle it, I would love to get it closer.

Hah sorry man I tried to find it in the manual for you and didn't even realize they made other variants of the mount. I thought it was just a universal mount. I'm using one I had from my old car (I dont reccomend this...it makes a lot of sense as to why it was such a pita to install now). Anyway it had an optional piece between the mirror clamp and mounting plate.

So disregard my comment and +1 for blendmount. Suction cups suck.

[pup73]

Originally Posted by badluck

yup, its not fun keeping it clean

Have you noticed that wheels are so deep, that water actually collects in the lip; my local water is so hard, if I don't dry the wheels, it leaves ugly water/brake rust stains...

First world problem

-c