05-15-2021, 08:30 AM | #45 |
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So you fitted B&W covers instead of HK , though how did you add the lights in speakers?
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05-15-2021, 09:25 AM | #46 |
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If you're going to go full custom audio, i'd consider checking out my post:
https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1786089 There are a few things to consider: 1. The door speakers are rated at 4" but require a BMW specific mounting ring. You can get away with throwing speakers in there but might have to rig it with a couple washers to secure it with two screws instead of the three that they take. 2. The front drivers side speaker is the only one that you can snake a wire through the wiring loom into the cabin. The other speakers don't have this. What that means is, if you're running new wires (recommended for higher wattage), you'll have to run the wires through the A-pillar trim on the rear doors or front trim on the passenger side. 3. Figure out an amp rack for the spare tire bay first. There's limited space in there and having 3 amps in the back of mine was an afterthought I finally secured. I plan on taking the car in to get the amp rack professionally done when I get around to it. 4. Make sure you have the appropriate hardware to mount the grounding and power wires to the battery and remote-on. There are a few good spots in the underside but hardware is key. *Edit - Changed amp number |
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05-15-2021, 12:21 PM | #49 |
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Great work, happy to see you get it sorted the way you like it. You mentioned in an earlier post you replaced HiFi speakers. Did you have the base X5 HiFi and if so what's the process to replace the amplifier? I have a local shop that is telling me it's not a problem but I've read otherwise on a number of threads.
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05-15-2021, 02:28 PM | #50 | |
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Here is what I have: https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1795545 I also connected a sub woofer to the 8th output channel of added JBL amplifier, and that little sub made the music sound great, I am very happy with the whole upgrade. Last edited by Maximus2002; 05-16-2021 at 12:55 PM.. |
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I have not replaced the center cover yet, but have removed it twice. Use plastic trim removals to lift one corner, and go from there. I replaced both the center channel speaker and the tweeter. |
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05-16-2021, 01:25 PM | #56 | |
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did the place you bought from give you instructiton or give you any video instruction for this project? . if they do can u share to my email? the place i got it from gave me a shittty video of installattion thats why im all confused. and it was all in chinese . cant understand it. thanks |
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I did not get any instruction how to do the job. I had to figure it out all by myself. My advise would be start with one of the back door panels, that way it would be less effective if you miss something. Remember that all the door ambient lights are getting powered in series. I have previously mentioned what parts you would need to remove. |
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05-16-2021, 04:22 PM | #59 |
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Once you have the door panel removed, those two red marked parts (post number 32) need to be uninstalled from inside of the panel. Good luck
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do you remember which led plug from the door panel that you unplug and bridge it with the wire connector that came with the kit? is it the plug that light up the middle led strip? or the plug from the door pocket led ? and you said be careful not to press hard on the door plug, is there a reason ? thanks for the tip, i just installed the middle speaker cover and bridge it with the center dash led strip plug, work great, it was easier than i thought.
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I am glad you did it, now show us a few pictures of those covers |
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05-26-2021, 11:53 AM | #63 |
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Hey guys. Did you have a problem with partial of the ambient light turn off after u get in your car for 5 minutes after inatalling these led cover speaker?. I only done 2 rear back dooor so far. The first day i imstalled the rear cover led everything light up. But after i installed the rear driver side door led speaker cover. Both of the left side front and rear driver side door all the led would shut off along with the middle console led strip after 5 minutes. The dash led and passenger side front and back door led strip are on still. Any suggestion?
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Hey guys. Did you have a problem with partial of the ambient light turn off after u get in your car for 5 minutes after inatalling these led cover speaker?. I only done 2 rear back dooor so far. The first day i imstalled the rear cover led everything light up. But after i installed the rear driver side door led speaker cover. Both of the left side front and rear driver side door all the led would shut off along with the middle console led strip after 5 minutes. The dash led and passenger side front and back door led strip are on still. Any suggestion?
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05-27-2021, 12:01 PM | #65 |
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This thread is awesome. This mod is great and looks amazing. Thank you OP for documenting this.
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