03-06-2020, 03:35 PM | #1 |
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Radar detector hard wire.
Just picked up my M50i on Wed. She is gorgeous.
Will post more pics this weekend. Question: wish to run a hardwire for my Max360c detector. It will be mounted to dash with sticky cup - does anybody know where the easiest location is to tap power for a power cord behind the dash? I know there is a 12v socket in front console, but don't know if that would be best source - or closest fuse block. Thanks |
03-06-2020, 03:48 PM | #2 |
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I used Blendmount for under mirror mount and mirror tap. Had a prof install in Delray Beach. easy fast and looks great. I would not use sticky cup for sheer look of it.
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Agreed Mirror Tap is a solid solution
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Or if on dashboard just use a fuse tap in the footwell fuse box. There are switched and constant supply fuses in there. If you search for dash cam installation threads there are photos and fuse numbers. Just can't remember fuse numbers of the top of my head.
Easy to run cable behind trim by door rubber and along back of dash |
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Appreciate the info. I did check with my installer ( which I have used previously did great job) advising had issues with mirror taps throwing codes, will do it but no warranty the job. Other downside of the blendmount is your in for a new one whenever you change detectors I believe.
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It was a very simple process, literally taking about 25 minutes. https://g05.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...1656049&page=2
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Only PIA with a detector in either spot is it must come down to put sunshade up, but with magnetic mount not too big a deal |
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sorry to detour the thread - I ordered the same interior choice for leather as you did (Ivory/Navy Blue). In the config it shows an Ivory dash with both full and extended option. Yours is black which surprised me!
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One other difference is the lower part of the console appears to be ivory in the current extended where it was black before as it is in all of the other extended options. |
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I've had BMW do these quirky unannounced 'tweaks' with a couple of my past builds; especially when they are getting closer to an MY change over. |
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In looking at it, I think you would still have to remove the detector with the blendmount. The sunshade fits pretty tightly against the rear mirror- and the entire windshield actually. |
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Looking now they changed it to Ivory lower. I actually prefer the black. Last edited by mrjoed2; 04-11-2020 at 06:36 PM.. |
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Placing my order today with the dealer. Have it built out with same ivory and blue seats. Do you like, love, or hate them? Scared the white will show everything. Dealer told me about some $700 sealer they use on the seats and exterior, if it gets permanent scuff they replace the seat for you I guess? Thx for any insight.
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