DIY- Rear Power Outlet DIY for US Cars

aztec · 09-12-2006, 05:09 PM

DO IT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE RADAR CABLE!!!!!!!! hahah

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Originally Posted by calvino

next weak I'm going to retrofit my radar cable inside the dashboard so I can get the sunglass holder, I'm also thinking of retrofiting a small orange LED on the center console have any of you notice that is the only compartment that does not have one

even the front ashtray have one

and maybe a power outlet on the luggage compartment (boot)

I will also post a DIY for that 3 mods

rollout · 09-12-2006, 05:37 PM

Thanks calvino!

Here is a link to the part (no affiliation...blah, blah, blah):
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...25&hg=51&fg=35

Brunotheboxer · 09-12-2006, 05:41 PM

very nice job.

i still would not do it myself, my work stinks.

calvino · 09-12-2006, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by aztec

DO IT NOW!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE RADAR CABLE!!!!!!!! hahah

I got the cable on ebay allready is not here yet

BTW you know there is a DIY for radar detector allready, but is not properly mount, radars should be mount as low as possible that's why I'm going to do another DIY

calvino · 09-12-2006, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

very nice job.

i still would not do it myself, my work stinks.

is not hard at all is like the easiest mod ever

tomshong · 09-12-2006, 06:33 PM

where can i buy the part? what's the part number for gray interior? can I just call my dealer and ask for it?

calvino · 09-12-2006, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tomshong

where can i buy the part? what's the part number for gray interior? can I just call my dealer and ask for it?

http://parts.crownauto.com/ the part # is on the 1st post

HRC · 09-12-2006, 06:58 PM

So awesome!!! Thanks for the DIY!!

Danny

JSpira · 09-12-2006, 07:20 PM

Calvino

This is a great writeup. I always wanted to add this.

(and yes I saw the smiley face also)

GreddyBoy858 · 09-12-2006, 07:23 PM

Just ordered mine... Can't wait..

DILLIGAF · 09-12-2006, 08:06 PM

Great DIY....something I think I can handle. Thanks.

Chesmu · 09-12-2006, 08:08 PM

i'm ordering my part tonite. Great addition, esp. with two kids.

rolling18 · 09-12-2006, 08:11 PM

great now somethin else i have to do !
just finished rear fogs!
dam you people..
i love the happy face look

thanks for the diy!

Brunotheboxer · 09-12-2006, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by calvino

is not hard at all is like the easiest mod ever

not as easy as this, which is about all i can handle.

calvino · 09-12-2006, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

not as easy as this, which is about all i can handle.

touche !!!

tiga901 · 09-12-2006, 08:51 PM

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bilbarstow · 09-13-2006, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calvino

I got the cable on ebay allready is not here yet

BTW you know there is a DIY for radar detector allready, but is not properly mount, radars should be mount as low as possible that's why I'm going to do another DIY

Calvino - This isn't strictly true, depending on the detector - Valentine recommends mounting as High as possible - gives farther detection range because of over-the-horizon angle. The V1 is also a Laser detector, as well as having rearward facing sensors, so also needs unobstructed view through the rear window.

I've tested mine against known radar locations, and I get an earlier warning with the high mounting point, and low mounting gives me almost nothing from behind. But YMMV, depending on the specific detector you are using.

I do like your DIY for the power ports though.

Is there a part number for Gray interior ?

txusa03 · 09-13-2006, 09:06 AM

nice work, I would not want to sit in the back of your car with that face staring at me

neuronpetkowski · 09-13-2006, 09:36 AM

Wonderful job. I dig this. Ordered part.

KL2DC · 09-13-2006, 10:08 AM

Calvino...awesome DIY

Will definitely hit up JD at Crown for these parts as well...more cost-effective/functional euro mods

Admins: Please add this fine DIY to the DIY master list. Thanks.

calvino · 09-13-2006, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by bilbarstow

Calvino - This isn't strictly true, depending on the detector - Valentine recommends mounting as High as possible - gives farther detection range because of over-the-horizon angle. The V1 is also a Laser detector, as well as having rearward facing sensors, so also needs unobstructed view through the rear window.

I've tested mine against known radar locations, and I get an earlier warning with the high mounting point, and low mounting gives me almost nothing from behind. But YMMV, depending on the specific detector you are using.

I do like your DIY for the power ports though.

Is there a part number for Gray interior ?

Radarusters says not to mount the radar high
When an officer targets your vehicle with traffic laser, he normally aims his beam at either your front headlight or your front license plate. When the beam strikes your car its maximum diameter is only 18". This means if the officer is pointing the beam at your front license plate and your detector is high or mid level on the windshield, chances are that your detector will never alert.

If you are using a a radar/laser detector you should consider mounting it as low on the windshield as possible (not obstructed by the wiper blades), to increase your chances of detecting laser.

the part # is on the 1st post I think is the same for all dark int however you can double check here http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...& hg=51&fg=35

KL2DC · 09-13-2006, 11:35 AM

Just a quick update: Parts ordered from Crown. Thanks again, Calvino

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