Aliexpress Carbon Fiber interior Install and thoughts

KJ10 · 04-10-2023, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by CarsAndGuitars

When I installed on the cupholder door, I had to pull it back up to fix a misalignment. Now, a few days later the overlay is lifting, and I want to remove and reinstall.

Does anyone know part # or name of the suitably thin 3M tape or what thickness should be used (1 mil, 2 mil...)? It seems it would be a transfer tape, rather than a double-sided, but there are so many options..

TIA

I have the same issue, looking forward to see if anyone has this info.

CarsAndGuitars · 04-10-2023, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by KJ10

I have the same issue, looking forward to see if anyone has this info.

I ordered a roll of 1/4" 3M 467MP transfer tape and will report back..

KJ10 · 04-11-2023, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by CarsAndGuitars

I ordered a roll of 1/4" 3M 467MP transfer tape and will report back..

Appreciate the heads up. Hopefully that does the trick.

CarsAndGuitars · 04-12-2023, 07:27 PM

Definitely not the right stuff - too narrow (possibly s/b 3/8") and adhesive is too weak.

Trying 3M 300LSE .39" next

CarsAndGuitars · 04-14-2023, 02:03 PM

UPDATE:

As it turns out as I am redoing the cupholder door, I notice the adhesive on the console is failing. I have a feeling this is going to be an ongoing thing.. maybe the aluminum trim is not the best candidate as a substrate. I've lost patience / interest and will be listing the uninstalled kit in the member for sale section along with the rolls of tape..

MPR · 04-20-2023, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by CarsAndGuitars

UPDATE:

As it turns out as I am redoing the cupholder door, I notice the adhesive on the console is failing. I have a feeling this is going to be an ongoing thing.. maybe the aluminum trim is not the best candidate as a substrate. I've lost patience / interest and will be listing the uninstalled kit in the member for sale section along with the rolls of tape..

Did you prep the surface with alcohol? Using quality tape? I'm assuming there's people on these boards that have installed the trim with the aluminum trim.

CarsAndGuitars · 04-20-2023, 09:42 PM

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Did you prep the surface with alcohol? Using quality tape? I'm assuming there's people on these boards that have installed the trim with the aluminum trim.

Yes 91% IPA. I used the tape that came pre-installed on the kit. After that failed I tried 3M 300LSE. It seemed to be sticking better, but just started to get the feeling when the console overlay was also loosening that in Florida heat this was going to be an ongoing game.

Honestly, I was never crazy about the idea of a stick-on solution. Had I known about the port installed option, I might have..

perfectlyfrank · 04-21-2023, 06:49 AM

I am in Florida and installed the kit over the aluminum trim. I haven't had any issues yet.

KJ10 · 04-21-2023, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CarsAndGuitars

UPDATE:

As it turns out as I am redoing the cupholder door, I notice the adhesive on the console is failing. I have a feeling this is going to be an ongoing thing.. maybe the aluminum trim is not the best candidate as a substrate. I've lost patience / interest and will be listing the uninstalled kit in the member for sale section along with the rolls of tape..

I am going to give it one shot at redoing it as I know my first install may not have been the best but I may be giving up on it as well. Mine was holing well until last week we hit some high 80 degree days and then straight back to 50s and now it just doesn't want to permanently stick. I did prep my gloss black trip with alcohol and I thought it was holding well up until recently.

Loco20 · 07-11-2023, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by CarsAndGuitars

Yes 91% IPA. I used the tape that came pre-installed on the kit. After that failed I tried 3M 300LSE. It seemed to be sticking better, but just started to get the feeling when the console overlay was also loosening that in Florida heat this was going to be an ongoing game.

Honestly, I was never crazy about the idea of a stick-on solution. Had I known about the port installed option, I might have..

i work a lot with 3m tape, prep is key! IPA is one key but i also like to use a heat gun on both surfaces prior to sticking the tape on i also heat the tape after i pull off the red plastic backing you will notice a huge difference in doing so and a much better bond.

cannockwolf · 07-12-2023, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Loco20

i work a lot with 3m tape, prep is key! IPA is one key but i also like to use a heat gun on both surfaces prior to sticking the tape on i also heat the tape after i pull off the red plastic backing you will notice a huge difference in doing so and a much better bond.

thats what i did, glad to know

JCarrese74 · 07-19-2023, 02:41 PM

Will the console fit for a 2023 M240I x-drive

335i E92 · 10-18-2023, 03:25 AM

What’s the best 3M tape for this job?

I’ve just ordered the inlays and want to avoid any issues. Noted on the surface prep and heat gun method. 👍

KJ10 · 10-18-2023, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by JCarrese74

Will the console fit for a 2023 M240I x-drive

Yes, I have it on my 2023.

j2dad5389 · 01-18-2024, 06:26 PM

I have a question. I just got this CF kit and I’m about to install but notice this section left of the steering wheel has a different trim than the rest. It is piano black and the other are the hexagon style. Is this normal? Just want to make sure whoever had this car before me didn’t put this there so I’m not doing an overlay on an overlay lol. I have a 2020 m340 by the way.

Also any general tips on installing would be great! Got my 91% IPA and a heat gun to heat the adhesive before applying. All tips and or advice would be greatly appreciated!

DRock72 · 01-27-2024, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by j2dad5389

I have a question. I just got this CF kit and I’m about to install but notice this section left of the steering wheel has a different trim than the rest. It is piano black and the other are the hexagon style. Is this normal? Just want to make sure whoever had this car before me didn’t put this there so I’m not doing an overlay on an overlay lol. I have a 2020 m340 by the way.

Also any general tips on installing would be great! Got my 91% IPA and a heat gun to heat the adhesive before applying. All tips and or advice would be greatly appreciated!

I think that is normal. On my Eur 2019 G20 it is the same, Tetragon alu on the center and dash … piano black for the small trim on the left. Just cover the piano black piece

fiona0505 · 06-14-2024, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MPR

The CF overlay kit is great and is a must IMO. I bought this kit way before I took delivery and installed it the day I got the car. I just got the OEM CF door sill plates and the CF steering wheel kit along with M style CF paddle shifters will arrive early next week. I think these last few pieces will finish the interior.

I'd 100% do the red start button if I was you. Just make sure you get the one with the letters spaced out correctly.

Hi there, is this a direct cover or does it require the removal of the original cover?

MPR · 06-14-2024, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by fiona0505

Hi there, is this a direct cover or does it require the removal of the original cover?

The interior trim kit is a direct cover using thin 3m double sided tape

fiona0505 · 06-14-2024, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by MPR

The interior trim kit is a direct cover using thin 3m double sided tape

Then I don't need to dismantle anything, just cover it directly, right?

MPR · 06-14-2024, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by fiona0505

Then I don't need to dismantle anything, just cover it directly, right?

That is correct

fiona0505 · 06-14-2024, 10:33 AM

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That is correct

That's great thanks

fiona0505 · 06-14-2024, 12:52 PM

I'm wondering whether to go matte or glossy
The glossy ones seem to be half the price of the matte ones.

04-12-2023, 07:27 PM	#114
CarsAndGuitars Lieutenant 2084 Rep 544 Posts Drives: 2022 M240i Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: South FL iTrader: (0)	Definitely not the right stuff - too narrow (possibly s/b 3/8") and adhesive is too weak. Trying 3M 300LSE .39" next __________________ 2022 BMW M240i Portimao Gone: 2020 Genesis G70 3.3T \| 2018 Audi A5 SportBack \| 2015 Challenger Scat Pack \| 2011 Mustang V6 \| numerous others.. Last edited by CarsAndGuitars; 04-12-2023 at 08:13 PM..
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04-14-2023, 02:03 PM	#115
CarsAndGuitars Lieutenant 2084 Rep 544 Posts Drives: 2022 M240i Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: South FL iTrader: (0)	UPDATE: As it turns out as I am redoing the cupholder door, I notice the adhesive on the console is failing. I have a feeling this is going to be an ongoing thing.. maybe the aluminum trim is not the best candidate as a substrate. I've lost patience / interest and will be listing the uninstalled kit in the member for sale section along with the rolls of tape.. __________________ 2022 BMW M240i Portimao Gone: 2020 Genesis G70 3.3T \| 2018 Audi A5 SportBack \| 2015 Challenger Scat Pack \| 2011 Mustang V6 \| numerous others..
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04-21-2023, 06:49 AM	#118
perfectlyfrank Private 146 Rep 77 Posts Drives: 23 M240i, 22 Ford Maverick Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Sarasota, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW M240i XDrive [10.00]	I am in Florida and installed the kit over the aluminum trim. I haven't had any issues yet.
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j2dad5389 Captain 416 Rep 638 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	I have a question. I just got this CF kit and I’m about to install but notice this section left of the steering wheel has a different trim than the rest. It is piano black and the other are the hexagon style. Is this normal? Just want to make sure whoever had this car before me didn’t put this there so I’m not doing an overlay on an overlay lol. I have a 2020 m340 by the way. Also any general tips on installing would be great! Got my 91% IPA and a heat gun to heat the adhesive before applying. All tips and or advice would be greatly appreciated! Attached Images
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fiona0505 Private 12 Rep 64 Posts Drives: g42 Join Date: Jun 2024 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I'm wondering whether to go matte or glossy The glossy ones seem to be half the price of the matte ones.
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