04-27-2016, 02:45 PM | #1 |
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IND | F87 M2 Full Side Grille DIY
Many of you have probably already seen the DIY for the BMW M Performance side grilles. This one is for those who plan to purchase the IND painted side grilles with a different color base plate.
Available here: http://ind-distribution.com/ind/bran...ide-marker-set Tools required: Bondo Spreader (Optional) Nylon Pry tool Painters tape Step 1: Put down a layer of painters tape surrounding the grille to protect the paint. Step 2: Remove the horizontal M2 badged grille by prying it off with the nylon pry tool. Step 3: Work the bondo spreader or nylon pry tool around the side grille to release the double sided tape. Step 4: Remove the side grille and clean any excess double sided tape. Step 5: Peel the backing tape off the new painted side grille. Step 6: Press the new side grille in place firmly to ensure a good bond with the double sided tape. Step 7: Peel off the painters tape and admire your work.
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04-27-2016, 02:59 PM | #2 |
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Can't wait to see the carbons
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04-27-2016, 05:11 PM | #5 |
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Ever tried dental floss to 'cut' through adhesive rather than using pry tool?
Used on badges before and it works great and no chance of damage. |
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05-24-2016, 07:23 PM | #7 |
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is it necessary to apply that much painter's tape surrounding the side grill? Or can I just put enough to surround each corner?
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05-24-2016, 08:41 PM | #8 |
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The problem with fishing line or floss here is that there's a lot of metal shaping around where they put these gills. If the surface was flatter, it would definitely work better. I know I'll try floss first, but there's nothing wrong with a smooth, nylon prying tool.
Another trick is to spray a bit of WD-40 instead of using painter's tape, the tool will slide more easily and won't scratch unless you're truly a Jeremy Clarkson ape type.
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05-24-2016, 09:43 PM | #9 |
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No, the tape job in that picture is overkill. I did it like that for the first one. I realized that you can actually slide the edge of the tape under the edge of the side marker in most places before pressing it down. I think doing that once around and using a thin nylon pry bar is adequate. The side marker comes off in a few seconds without much force.
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How about this carbon piece? Sorry about the bad quality photo.
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Similar install, very easy. Thank you for the photo of the IND Carbon Side Grilles. The car looked great in person.
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wow easy install. Loving the black chrome.
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here ya go
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02-12-2018, 05:28 AM | #17 |
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I got some of these from another company - sorry IND! But I believe they are the same as the carbon ones you do - just posted from the UK so worked out much more cost effective.
They don't come with any sort of adhesive applied. Do I need some? Double sided tape? The one in your pics seems a sort of thick putty. I also note that you removed the chrome stripe first on the originals, then removed the rest - but when refitting, you fitted the new ones all as one piece? EDIT: Ah I see in your video it was removed as one piece |
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02-12-2018, 08:57 AM | #19 |
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How thick is it?
I have some Harris foam number plate tape which is SOLID but it is 4mm thick I've found this which looks about 2/3mm to be fair... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3M-x4-6-1...e6eJO2QgOlev-g Not sure, what do you think about the Harris one that I already have? http://www.halfords.com/motoring/pai...e-tape-12mmx4m |
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02-12-2018, 09:24 AM | #20 |
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Will probably buy this if it is the right one?
Will arrive next day meaning I can get them on soon https://www.amazon.co.uk/3M-Acrylic-...76%3A419158031 |
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02-12-2018, 03:10 PM | #21 |
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I am pretty sure the 6mm is what was on mine like your link
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3M-x4-6-1...e6eJO2QgOlev-g |
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