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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 12:24 PM
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Finally washed the winter away.

 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by hoonu
I like the spoiler. (You can PM me if you want)- Where did you get it, how much was it, and how difficult? Thx!
You can get it at sewellparts.com
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 02:37 PM
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Plasti dipped the grill black and the light covers anthracite. Also added the JCW aero kit.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 02:55 PM
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Installed the MINI mud flaps.
What do you think of the mini mudflaps? I like the look but find them a bit understated and would have liked more flap, on my CM.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by HateRegs
What do you think of the mini mudflaps? I like the look but find them a bit understated and would have liked more flap, on my CM.
Well, I put them on to save my doors. Every time I wash it I spend the majority of my time removing grime from the doors. I like the look as well.

I read that they help keep the car cleaner (my primary goal). But I just installed them today and it's sunny outside so they haven't been tested yet.
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 06:51 PM
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Installed mud flaps...front & rear
 
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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 09:24 PM
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Duplicate post.
 

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Old Apr 21, 2014 | 09:32 PM
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You can get it at sewellparts.com
Thanks! Going to add that to the list.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2014 | 05:41 PM
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It was this weekend, but I made a removable monitor with wireless headphones setup for the backseat of the Countryman w/ the rail. Now I need to adapt it for the non rail Countryman.
 
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Old Apr 22, 2014 | 10:10 PM
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Originally Posted by thekaus
It was this weekend, but I made a removable monitor with wireless headphones setup for the backseat of the Countryman w/ the rail. Now I need to adapt it for the non rail Countryman.
That is a brilliant use of the rail!
 
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Old Apr 23, 2014 | 04:32 AM
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Originally Posted by thekaus
It was this weekend, but I made a removable monitor with wireless headphones setup for the backseat of the Countryman w/ the rail. Now I need to adapt it for the non rail Countryman.
That is awesome!
 
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 11:24 AM
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Retrofitted JCW tachometer. Now just have to do the speedometer when I can find a used one for a decent price.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by bmrguy03
Retrofitted JCW tachometer. Now just have to do the speedometer when I can find a used one for a decent price.
Did it require reprogramming or just plug n play?
 
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by MiniLynsk
Did it require reprogramming or just plug n play?
I was going to go the programming route but since the tachometers are usually attached to a VIN and I couldn't find if anyone knew how to change it, I decided to play it safe and took it apart instead. That way I don't have to worry about the odometer or anything. I swapped out just the gauge portion so to speak. So all the rest of the internals like the computer inside stayed the same. It was a PIA but at least I know I wouldn't have to do any recoding.
 

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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 02:34 PM
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Here is a picture.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 03:13 PM
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This week;
Yokohama YK850's
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Previous week:;
Chrome Scuttles
Chrome Brake Vent covers
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by wzabrouski
Gas cap lock wires.
Tough job? Mine doesn't lock at all at this point.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2014 | 06:42 PM
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Added my R60 emblem on today

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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 07:58 AM
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Installed the updated black trim pieces for the speedo and vents, the interior instantly appeared more upscale... Also did the LED interior upgrade via kit from ECS tuning, follow instructions it's a piece of cake free bump for ECS... Got to buy the cup holder upgrade and install done next... Later today I may tackle the LED install on the Cayenne....
 
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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 04:10 PM
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had my cms serviced, oil change and brake fluid flushed and then she got washed and best of all it was free
 
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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr. Smooth
had my cms serviced, oil change and brake fluid flushed and then she got washed and best of all it was free
When is it recommended to get the brake fluid flushed?
 
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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by DiabloR60s
When is it recommended to get the brake fluid flushed?
I think it's either every 2 or 3 years
 
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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by DiabloR60s
When is it recommended to get the brake fluid flushed?

when the OBC says to change it!

on my 2012 cms all4 it is coming due at 2 years 112 days! ... that's what the OBC says
 
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Old Apr 27, 2014 | 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by bmwr606
when the OBC says to change it! on my 2012 cms all4 it is coming due at 2 years 112 days! ... that's what the OBC says
Yeah except the brake fluid change is for some reason more time based than mileage based, just like the cabin filter and air filter. I don't agree with it but that's the way MINI/BMW have it set up. I always find myself doing my own maintenance in between.
 
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Old Apr 28, 2014 | 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Dajadeturtle
Installed the updated black trim pieces for the speedo and vents, the interior instantly appeared more upscale... Also did the LED interior upgrade via kit from ECS tuning, follow instructions it's a piece of cake free bump for ECS... Got to buy the cup holder upgrade and install done next... Later today I may tackle the LED install on the Cayenne....
Awesome , Nice Countryman & Cayenne

The newer CM updated piano black make the interior much more elegant I think.
 
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