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11-21-2008, 10:20 PM | #23 |
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and did you use primer?
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01-11-2009, 04:25 PM | #25 |
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I just did the matte side gills install, but the plastic part labeled "A" on the first page fell into the fender on the driver's side.
I tried for like half an hour to get it back out but it was impossible. I just put everything back together without that piece. Would anyone be able to tell me the PART NUMBER for the driver's side of that little piece so I can order it? |
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01-28-2011, 02:37 PM | #29 |
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Good job and was going to do the same. Unfortunately when I attempted to remove the vents I dented the paint on one side and chipped it on the other. Now I have an appointment with the paint guy lol.
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01-28-2011, 04:13 PM | #30 |
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very nice!
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04-17-2011, 12:05 PM | #33 | |
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People reading this: Don't assume you can just pinch and remove the gills. |
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05-01-2011, 01:19 AM | #34 |
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My thumbs hurt from so much pinching and it still isn't coming out
And when i try using a Flathead and some tape and towel..nothing..and now i have a super small chip in my paint There needs to be a easy way.. |
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05-09-2011, 10:15 AM | #35 |
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You guys may appreciate the assistance of a clamp.
I have a few of these, myself: http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1...atalogId=10053 For this application, you'll want to duct tape a piece of rubber - like an eraser - to the pads to get a more narrow 'pincher' (for lack of knowing the proper word =D). Might also want to wrap the metal tips of the bar with duct tape just in case you slip up. Just be careful -- these things can apply 150lbs of pressure all the way down to splitting the plastic. But, with proper friction, it holds the 'pinch' while your fingers can more freely wiggle and tug. I've only tested this for a little bit; my plan is to refinish all the chrome on my e90 M3 this weekend to a black or very dark gray. My car is space gray... black is great, but I like to be a tad bit different. |
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10-08-2011, 06:27 PM | #36 |
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I recommend this thread for a simple technique to remove the gills. Wish I had thought if this last winter! http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=531297
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05-21-2012, 10:47 PM | #39 |
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I used a set of locking pliers with some rubber taped too the jaws. Started out loose and then slowly wound them tighter, gets the pinch and something to hang onto.
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01-13-2013, 08:21 PM | #40 |
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I once dated a girl that had such a donkey mouth,she could eat an apple through a tennis racket......so i called her up to apply force on these suckers using here gate mouth and a old pair of my work shorts for scratch protection.....
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