A couple of weeks ago I installed the genuine MINI Euro JCW wheel arches. After receiving a few questions from local MINI owners I thought I’d write a post about them
: Purchased from SMPS2012
- Each wheel arch is shipped in its own BMW/MINI envelope with the clips pre-installed
: Removal is straightforward and the only tool required is a trim removal tool if a clip remains in a body panel
: Installation time is about 5-10 minutes per arch
- It took a little longer because I cleaned and protected the paint under each arch before installation
: Existing side marker wiring
- I cut the fingers off of a powder free nitrile glove, placed the side marker connectors in each finger and zip tied each one (to keep clean from debris and liquid)
- Front connectors were ran into the engine bay
- Rear connectors were ran further upwards behind the wheel liners
Nice, we also carry the euro wheel arches, pretty much on the only place that has them in the USA. I have the gloss black version (ECS exclusive) of the euro wheel arches on my R58 JCW.
Nice, we also carry the euro wheel arches, pretty much on the only place that has them in the USA. I have the gloss black version (ECS exclusive) of the euro wheel arches on my R58 JCW.
Thank you. I had originally placed the order for them on your site, however the shipping was delayed multiple times and it was approaching a one year wait from the order date. The company I purchased from has them in-stock and I received them within three days of placing the order.
Have a great day and by the way I like your new Lifetime Replacement Program -Rich
By any chance are they slightly wider than the USA arches? (esp the JCW arches.)
I wish mine were just a tad wider, but no one seems to make such a retrofit. You have to go at least 25mm further out, which IMO is too much, aesthetically.
As a MINI enthusiast, I found your post on installing JCW wheel arches very informative. The step-by-step instructions, especially when it comes to wiring the side markers, were clear and helpful. Your advice on avoiding iDrive warnings and protecting the arches with AMMO Frame Pro Trim Coat is spot on. It's great to see the aesthetic and functional upgrades you've made to your MINI. Looking forward to your next DRL color post!
Hi @Dorthy4, thank you so much and it means a lot to me 😃
- I have to post the IND Motorsport+ LED module installation thread soon. Most of the pictures taken were corrupt due to a beta version of iOS.
However, I will be posting other pictures that were taken after and info about the tools used!
Nice, we also carry the euro wheel arches, pretty much on the only place that has them in the USA. I have the gloss black version (ECS exclusive) of the euro wheel arches on my R58 JCW.
hello i have a 2018 f56 . and im looking for euro fender arches and i have PDC . on your site i see kits but i dont see kits for ones with PDC
Their is a factory tool but it was $$$$ if i can dig and find it. But it does not make sense to buy.
Here is the universal tool , you have to match up to the factory part and then remove the section of the mount from the old part to the new one and use either thin double sided 3m tape or glue it.
Lowered R53s definitely put extra stress on the wheel arch clips, so you’re not alone. Many owners end up replacing the mounting clips or using stronger fasteners to prevent popping. Checking alignment and suspension travel helps too. Keeping vehicles road ready matters, just like the attention to maintenance and reliability you see with Wood Black Car Service fleets.
