[vietboyx1115]

Picked mine up after 46.5 days at the collision center!

[Nyorky2428]

Finally finished my M2 inspired stitching on the driver's seat. On to the passenger and back seats

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by Nyorky2428

Finally finished my M2 inspired stitching on the driver's seat. On to the passenger and back seats

Looks good! If you want to go all out talk to IND about blue seat belts.

[MA128]

Originally Posted by Maynard

First day of spring, and I had the day off, so I took advantage of the "summer-like weather" (low 40's) and lack of precip to wash her off good. Probably just guaranteed the entire northeast will be in blizzard mode w/i the week, but still worth it.

You did! I was going to put my summer wheels/tires back on tomorrow - looks like I will have to wait. Thanks a lot!!!

Cheers

[Maynard]

I guess I owe you a drink if you get to SYR. I can also summon diarrhetic seagulls with the same special power . I'm probably going to wait another couple of weeks to switch mine over - I'm more than done with the 'white rain'.

[SlickShift]

Added IND painted reflectors and stealth bulbs. Love the clean look.

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[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by SlickShift

Added IND painted reflectors and stealth bulbs. Love the clean look.

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Looks great, miss my MG!

What bulbs did you use? Mine from Bimmian have started to yellow a bit.

[Vyruz Reaper]

Originally Posted by Dylan86

Ahh gotcha, and yea if I didn't get a great deal on the CPO I would have most likely gone with Mineral White, it's absolutely beautiful on these cars with all of the M bits.

On another note, today the car is one step closer to FBO status,







Dinan springs/bumps w/ M4 LCA's as well..

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After:



So stoked, too bad it's not hitting the road for another 3-4 weeks

Looks clean!

What size rims are those ?

[SlickShift]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Looks great, miss my MG!

What bulbs did you use? Mine from Bimmian have started to yellow a bit.

I went with Bimmian too. I'll let you know how mine hold up.

[Rayscott]

I have 2016 Estoril 228ix with M sport. I have a great graphics business nearby who did a awesome job of installing carbon fiber decals on my 03 Rubicon (Hood, front fenders) Looked like CF. I was thinking of putting some CF decals on the front only of my ride. I don't want to overdo it, maybe the lower ducts and across the lower lip. Do you think it would look cheesy.

[BEM-S4]

Had an extra webcam laying around so installed a "baby monitor" with night vision

[aelarson]

Originally Posted by Nyorky2428

Finally finished my M2 inspired stitching on the driver's seat. On to the passenger and back seats

How did you do this? DIY? Nice work! Very interested if it't not too difficult and expensive!

[MySSM4]

Originally Posted by EuroDude

Very nice. Me likey

What diffuser is this?

[Nyorky2428]

Originally Posted by aelarson

How did you do this? DIY? Nice work! Very interested if it't not too difficult and expensive!

Cost was $5 for a spool of blue thread and a few curved needles (they look like semicircles, it really helps compared to a straight needle. Got both at Michael's), it's just really time intensive. Probably took 15 hours for the driver's seat alone. I've done the shift boot, and E brake, and part of the steering wheel since. I can post pictures later.

If you look at the original stitching, you'll see the part of the existing thread that is on top of the seat, and then goes under and then back over again. I just wrapped the blue thread under the exposed sections of original black thread. Weaving on top of the seat without trying to restitch the existing thread. Let me know if that makes sense, I can post a picture example later, too, if you want one.

[aelarson]

Originally Posted by Nyorky2428

Cost was $5 for a spool of blue thread and a few curved needles (they look like semicircles, it really helps compared to a straight needle. Got both at Michael's), it's just really time intensive. Probably took 15 hours for the driver's seat alone. I've done the shift boot, and E brake, and part of the steering wheel since. I can post pictures later.

If you look at the original stitching, you'll see the part of the existing thread that is on top of the seat, and then goes under and then back over again. I just wrapped the blue thread under the exposed sections of original black thread. Weaving on top of the seat without trying to restitch the existing thread. Let me know if that makes sense, I can post a picture example later, too, if you want one.

Wow, that sounds time consuming. Example pictures would be awesome if you have them!

Looks amazing though!

[Nyorky2428]

Originally Posted by aelarson

Wow, that sounds time consuming. Example pictures would be awesome if you have them!

Looks amazing though!

Here's a few up close shots, as well as what else I've done. I'd recommend trying a rear headrest first, since you can easily take it out and sit somewhere comfortable to work on it

[crabu2]

Originally Posted by Nyorky2428

Here's a few up close shots, as well as what else I've done. I'd recommend trying a rear headrest first, since you can easily take it out and sit somewhere comfortable to work on it

Holy crap... you must have some patience to do that...

BTW, as much as I hate the red stitching, I kind of like the blue. I saw it in a car at the dealership.

[waxy]

Originally Posted by Rayscott

I have 2016 Estoril 228ix with M sport. I have a great graphics business nearby who did a awesome job of installing carbon fiber decals on my 03 Rubicon (Hood, front fenders) Looked like CF. I was thinking of putting some CF decals on the front only of my ride. I don't want to overdo it, maybe the lower ducts and across the lower lip. Do you think it would look cheesy.

Carbon fibre decals? Cheesy! Don't do it!!

[430409M2]

Gave my new baby her first real bath since being on the shipping truck. Loving this alpine

[aelarson]

Originally Posted by Nyorky2428

Here's a few up close shots, as well as what else I've done. I'd recommend trying a rear headrest first, since you can easily take it out and sit somewhere comfortable to work on it

That's crazy cool that you've done that all yourself.

Post this up in the DIY section. This needs its own thread...no pun intended!

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by aelarson

That's crazy cool that you've done that all yourself.

Post this up in the DIY section. This needs its own thread...no pun intended!

Also completely insane! Nice work but Jesus. You might need some professional help

[aelarson]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Also completely insane! Nice work but Jesus. You might need some professional help

So sexy though...I need a mop to wipe off the drool on my keyboard at work.