[mustiej]

Originally Posted by Mech Spec

I gotta say heated steering wheel is the nicest thing ever. I have it in all my cars and would not buy a car to be used in the winter without it.

top 5 critical features for a car for me, but obviously we all have our own opinions.

I've testdriven a few cars, g23 m440i, g23 m430, g42 m240i, older gen and "many" other brand/models with heated steering, I haven't found one that is actually warm all around the steering. Some has
different heat levels and it doesn't do anything. Mostly just the top or bottom is heated.

I want motorcycle heated handlebar type of heating. I want my hands to burn.

[mustiej]

Originally Posted by cannockwolf

It's a kit you buy the (i chose the kit with oem buttons but you can choose knock offs too) buttons have a BT transmitter in them and you put a BT reciever under the centre console that plugs in the buttons there and the right paddle cycles Comfort > Eco (last setting) then through all the ecos, the right button cycles the sports,

and i love the heated steering wheel LOL its something i never knew i needed until i had it

Any reason why you didn't code it in and used a BT receiver? (Didn't know that was a thing)

[cannockwolf]

Originally Posted by mustiej

Any reason why you didn't code it in and used a BT receiver? (Didn't know that was a thing)

Its a kit ready made that means no coding.. plug and play

works really well too!

https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...&postcount=411

[Mech Spec]

I guess I have finally reached a point where I need to start a build thread...

Washed the car and got some pics in decent lighting this morning. Not the prettiest backdrop though!

[VegasG42]

Something I would never do if I had an M2 haha

[ifound2pac]

Originally Posted by VegasG42

Something I would never do if I had an M2 haha

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Fuckkk it 🤣 might as well put AWD and winter tires to use

[VegasG42]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Fuckkk it 🤣 might as well put AWD and winter tires to use

Exactly. I paid for AWD, I want to get the most out of it lol

[ifound2pac]

Originally Posted by Mech Spec

No, and there is an aftermarket protection kit.

https://ind-distribution.com/collect...ont-grille-set

$400...

[Pentland]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

$400...

https://www.zunsport.com/grille-shop...odel=G42+M240i

If you search there are plenty codes for a discount

[curtdragon]

Originally Posted by mustiej

I've testdriven a few cars, g23 m440i, g23 m430, g42 m240i, older gen and "many" other brand/models with heated steering, I haven't found one that is actually warm all around the steering. Some has
different heat levels and it doesn't do anything. Mostly just the top or bottom is heated.

I want motorcycle heated handlebar type of heating. I want my hands to burn.

You’re in a car not exposed to wind chill etc. it’s there to help until the car is warm enough to not need it. I think you’re expecting something more than was intended.

[curtdragon]

Originally Posted by Pentland

https://www.zunsport.com/grille-shop/bmw-grilles/?_bc_fsnf=1&Vehicle+Model=G42+M240i

If you search there are plenty codes for a discount

Definitely still too expensive for what it is. $50 worth of materials if that

[Mech Spec]

Originally Posted by curtdragon

Definitely still too expensive for what it is. $50 worth of materials if that

Not to be combative but how much markup do you think is in any retail product?

$50 material, $30 labor to make, margin is 75%, not including cost of shipping and overhead.

Most consumer products where the companies dont go out of business have a minimum of a 75% gross margin (or 4x cost selling price)

Yes you can make your own for cheaper if you have the skill, but thats not true of everyone and you might not do as well if you DIY.

[curtdragon]

Originally Posted by Mech Spec

Not to be combative but how much markup do you think is in any retail product?

$50 material, $30 labor to make, margin is 75%, not including cost of shipping and overhead.

Most consumer products where the companies dont go out of business have a minimum of a 75% gross margin (or 4x cost selling price)

Yes you can marketing for cheaper if you have the skill, but thats not true of everyone and you might not do as well if you DIY.

I’d say $200-250 would be more reasonable but I guess you gotta price it to make profit.

[Mech Spec]

Received Turner front thrust arms (their bushings pressed in oem arms)

[ifound2pac]

I have the same one!

Originally Posted by pie

I bought an organiser thing for the central storage area under the armrest.
You won't find one listed for the G42 but the one for a G20 3 / 4 series is a direct fit including the aperture for the USBC connector.

You still have storage space underneath the tray to keep your less important stuff.

[ifound2pac]

Well, my recently installed spoiler is already starting to come away and the way it's mounted (right at the lip of the trunk, not any area on top of the trunk) probably means it's not going to stay in place anyways, plus if I'm honest it's a little too long from a side view. Sooo I guess what I'm asking is, is the TRE one really worth the $400? Oh
Plans to ceramic coat it or anything? I'm worried paying that much for something that will probably delaminate in the Houston sun

VegasG42

[Mech Spec]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Well, my recently installed spoiler is already starting to come away and the way it's mounted (right at the lip of the trunk, not any area on top of the trunk) probably means it's not going to stay in place anyways, plus if I'm honest it's a little too long from a side view. Sooo I guess what I'm asking is, is the TRE one really worth the $400? Oh
Plans to ceramic coat it or anything? I'm worried paying that much for something that will probably delaminate in the Houston sun

VegasG42

There's a reason why the TRE ID-01 is very popular. It's well made and high visual quality. As for protecting from UV there's products out there to protect cf, idk how well they work.

I have the ID-01 but I also have had good luck with rw carbon parts. They have some options cheaper than 400 and are running a sale for 10% off.

https://www.rwcarbon.com/trunk-spoilers.html

[ifound2pac]

Honestly....I said screw it and ordered it lol. I am literally wincing at the thought of removing that God forsaken 3M tape I just used for the spoiler a couple weeks ago, but it'll probably work with 3 hours of elbow grease + 3M adhesive remover.

Just removing the tar from behind my 240i badge took nearly an hour last weekend

There's a reason why the TRE ID-01 is very popular. It's well made and high visual quality. As for protecting from UV there's products out there to protect cf, idk how well they work.

I have the ID-01 but I also have had good luck with rw carbon parts. They have some options cheaper than 400 and are running a sale for 10% off.

https://www.rwcarbon.com/trunk-spoilers.html

[VegasG42]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Well, my recently installed spoiler is already starting to come away and the way it's mounted (right at the lip of the trunk, not any area on top of the trunk) probably means it's not going to stay in place anyways, plus if I'm honest it's a little too long from a side view. Sooo I guess what I'm asking is, is the TRE one really worth the $400? Oh
Plans to ceramic coat it or anything? I'm worried paying that much for something that will probably delaminate in the Houston sun

VegasG42

I got my Tre-ID 01 on sale for $350 shipped. And I agree with Mech Spec. It is well made and high quality. MANY M2 guys and G42 guys are running the Tre-ID 01. I haven't came across a single instance where anyone had a problem.

As far as is it overpriced - well sometimes you have to pay up to get exactly what you want.

I did add a few layers of ceramic spray wax to the spoiler just to be on the safe side. I'm really happy with it.

And just curious, did you use alcohol or other polish stripper before you applied your spoiler? The paint surface needs to be completely clean to get the best adhesion. I made several passes with rubbing alcohol and a microfiber to get any wax or polish off.

[VegasG42]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Honestly....I said screw it and ordered it lol. I am literally wincing at the thought of removing that God forsaken 3M tape I just used for the spoiler a couple weeks ago, but it'll probably work with 3 hours of elbow grease + 3M adhesive remover.

Just removing the tar from behind my 240i badge took nearly an hour last weekend

https://www.bmptuning.com/products/t...po_8&y_b_lid=2

$355 shipped. Mine arrived in about 5 days

[VegasG42]

Originally Posted by ifound2pac

Honestly....I said screw it and ordered it lol. I am literally wincing at the thought of removing that God forsaken 3M tape I just used for the spoiler a couple weeks ago, but it'll probably work with 3 hours of elbow grease + 3M adhesive remover.

Just removing the tar from behind my 240i badge took nearly an hour last weekend

This worked the best for me:

3M Adhesive Remover and plastic razor blade. You spray on, take a layer off, respray and take another layer off ....... about 5 times until it is all off.

No struggling, no dangerous drill, just take your time. Took me about 15 minutes until it was 100% off. And no scratches.

[Mech Spec]

Its probably not going to be hard to remove the tape you just put on. The tape they send with the spoilers is not as strong as what bmw OEM uses.