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I integrated an AndroidPC on the nav. I made the bezel out of 2 layers of plexiglass, one for the bottom so the electronics on the touchpad would have space to clear and one with a perfectly cut whole so it sits flush. The fabric was actually flexible enough to wrap it. |
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There is a ton of DIY on how to wrap with fabric but I'll give a quickie on the process I used.
To address the wrinkles caused by shipping, I took my iron and used the steam WITH OUT touching it. The pattern seems to be made out of a rubber like material that I was afraid of melting. It helps but doesn't repair it. I used used the 3m 77 and superglue. Clean it well. I used dawn dish soap and washed it then gave it a good wipe with rubbing alcohol. The 77 holds very nicely to the wheel trim but not well on the leather from the center console. I recommend researching something different. When you are wrapping the console, study the cuts that's in the leather do the same. When you wrap the fabric around the part, apply a light line (a drop) of super glue and press and hold. Be patient and hold it for at least 30 seconds. Keep doing that and pulling it tight (Not to tight or it will smooth out the pattern) in the corners and edges so there are no wrinkles. Another challenge was the ashtray door. You have to pry it from the side that would be toward the front of the car. Feels like it's going to break but just support the part you're prying from and it will release. The silver detail is melted on simular to the iDrive. Cut the melted parts with a razor to remove and super glue to install it. Because the loss of clearance from adding fabric, I added a washer to each of the four screws when reinstalling the ashtray ensembly to the console. I just hope the 77 holds up for a long time. I was able to wrap it flawlessly with this fabric. Just don't over stretch or bunch up in areas it matters. Hope that helps! Last edited by jdamore; 06-22-2014 at 02:00 AM.. |
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You can find some info here:
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=806078 |
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06-23-2014, 09:00 AM | #27 |
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Fabric steamer worked ok, still wasn't able to get out some of the deep creases. However because I only need a small portion for the steering wheel cover It should be ok.
I did notice upon closer inspection that with the Pyspeed wrap the darker rectangle weave has to be vertical in order to match the angle of the OEM trim. Would have been nice if they could have matched the OEM better, but I'm sure I'll be the only one to notice. |
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Finished my first CF wrap. I'm happy with the result for a first timer. Only issue I had was when trying to reinstall the trim, the steering controls were a little snug and bunched up a bit in 2-3 corners because of lack of clearance. I'm sure if I don't point it out to people no one will notice.
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I almost had the issue around the controls. I applied super glue around the inside edge of the holes so the fabric didn't move when I squeezed the buttons in. I didn't plan that, just got really lucky.
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Nice. I'm getting ready to do this mod now as my 08 M3 has the peeling rubbery stuff they all had. Great thread and +1's to all who posted advice and/or info!
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Thought I'd bump this thread as I am looking to tackle this project soon.
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Yes, the silver trim detail can be removed once you separate the halves of the lid. Take a small sharp chisel or razor and cut off the melted plastic (ring). Once the melted plastic is cut off, push off the detail. Separating the halves of the lid is tricky. If you do the one in the back seat it's a little easier because the tabs holding the two halves together are easier to see. The front comes apart the same way but the tabs aren't visible so it's not obvious where to pry them apart. Wrapping the lid is very tedious and probably the most difficult. If you have too much excess fabric, the two halves won't go back together. Figure out where/how the halves go together and manage the fabric accordingly. Once you've wrapped it, you can install the silver detail. You'll need to poke holes in the fabric for the posts of the silver detail. Once it's in (it will be tight already), flip the piece over, put a drop of super glue on a post, press and hold it tight, and do the next post. This is what I did but you might find a better way.
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01-25-2015, 06:25 PM | #36 |
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Cool man.. I'm sub'ed to this thread or just PM me.
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Jdamore, just ordered wrap myself. I to may have to hit you up with a question if I get stuck too, lol.....
Thanks bro. Ps: I noted in shipping comments to use care when packing material. Let you know if they do....
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Anyone I've shown it to (car enthusiasts and non enthusiasts alike) think it's OEM. |
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Have you tried tackling the center console yet, S1RC?
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Ok girls, here's my pkg from Pyspeed. Apparently they don't give a fluck about creasing carbon wrap. As I noted when shipping to exercise caution packing a $50 piece of toilet paper fell on deaf ears. HOWEVER, as you can see, the creases don't seem permanant and should "hang" out in a couple of days. So Pyspeed may get a pass on this one. Also, color (charcoal) is almost exact to OEM, and I can practically wrap my whole interior!
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I only did the steering wheel because the rubber crap was wearing off and it looked terrible. Might consider the center console this spring when the car comes out of storage. |
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Also, is this the preferred adhesive? http://www.amazon.com/3M-38808-Headl.../dp/B004MEBENM Last edited by Hujan; 03-04-2015 at 12:29 AM.. |
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