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Texox · 11-23-2020, 08:57 AM

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I'm going with the CF ones from Ind Distribution. They order OEM floating caps but they apply paint and CF overlay + clearcoat. I went back and forth on it, but I think it'll look pretty nice with aventurine red metallic. I'm also doing CF mirrors and spoiler from factory (port installed).

Yeah, I am thinking about doing the same with my dark graphite m550i when it gets here. Might do the CF roundel for the hood and trunk too.

Yep! Dark Graphite here as well. This color will sit really well with CF. I did the shadow line package so really only looking to swap the diffuser over

I got shadowline too!

wigglebutts · 11-23-2020, 08:58 AM

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I'm going with the CF ones from Ind Distribution. They order OEM floating caps but they apply paint and CF overlay + clearcoat. I went back and forth on it, but I think it'll look pretty nice with aventurine red metallic. I'm also doing CF mirrors and spoiler from factory (port installed).

Yeah, I am thinking about doing the same with my dark graphite m550i when it gets here. Might do the CF roundel for the hood and trunk too.

Yep! Dark Graphite here as well. This color will sit really well with CF. I did the shadow line package so really only looking to swap the diffuser over

I got shadowline too!

#matchingbrostatus

Did you opt for the turn signal delete?

Texox · 11-23-2020, 09:12 AM

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I'm going with the CF ones from Ind Distribution. They order OEM floating caps but they apply paint and CF overlay + clearcoat. I went back and forth on it, but I think it'll look pretty nice with aventurine red metallic. I'm also doing CF mirrors and spoiler from factory (port installed).

Yeah, I am thinking about doing the same with my dark graphite m550i when it gets here. Might do the CF roundel for the hood and trunk too.

Yep! Dark Graphite here as well. This color will sit really well with CF. I did the shadow line package so really only looking to swap the diffuser over

I got shadowline too!

#matchingbrostatus

Did you opt for the turn signal delete?

Are you talking about the front reflector? If so, yes - my IND paint match front reflector and IND paint match rear license plate holder both just arrived at my house. :-)

lordknows · 11-23-2020, 09:15 AM

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I picked mine up yesterday (11/21) too.

That is really nice. Please share some more pics when you get it tinted!

wigglebutts · 11-23-2020, 10:17 AM

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I'm going with the CF ones from Ind Distribution. They order OEM floating caps but they apply paint and CF overlay + clearcoat. I went back and forth on it, but I think it'll look pretty nice with aventurine red metallic. I'm also doing CF mirrors and spoiler from factory (port installed).

Yeah, I am thinking about doing the same with my dark graphite m550i when it gets here. Might do the CF roundel for the hood and trunk too.

Yep! Dark Graphite here as well. This color will sit really well with CF. I did the shadow line package so really only looking to swap the diffuser over

I got shadowline too!

#matchingbrostatus

Did you opt for the turn signal delete?

Are you talking about the front reflector? If so, yes - my IND paint match front reflector and IND paint match rear license plate holder both just arrived at my house. :-)

Excellent! I was making a joke about the turn signal delete since most BMW Owners don't use them.

I'll be making a visit to IND now

DNYC1919 · 11-23-2020, 12:07 PM

what is usual time frame from Port to departure.? just got to port today. i am in NYC.

Texox · 11-23-2020, 12:28 PM

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what is usual time frame from Port to departure.? just got to port today. i am in NYC.

I think 10-14 days is pretty standard. I was there a little longer about 17 days.

marsb007 · 11-23-2020, 03:44 PM

Here are the pictures with tints...
Very dark.

Texox · 11-23-2020, 03:49 PM

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Here are the pictures with tints...
Very dark.

Looks good - what percentage did you go with?

marsb007 · 11-23-2020, 03:51 PM

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Here are the pictures with tints...
Very dark.

Looks good - what percentage did you go with?

6% 3M Ceramic

DNYC1919 · 11-23-2020, 03:53 PM

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Here are the pictures with tints...
Very dark.

looks nice. are those 20%? im probably going to go with 30% when i get mine delivered. any pics of the rear?

Beerflakes · 11-23-2020, 04:04 PM

Is your front windshield also tinted?

marsb007 · 11-23-2020, 04:07 PM

No, my windshield is not tinted. I'm in FL, and tints here are not really an issue unless you do something stupid... but they won't stop you for it if that's the only thing wrong.

Here's the back view.

Texox · 11-23-2020, 04:08 PM

The dark tint looks good. Any problem driving at night? I'm planning on 25% all around currently.

DNYC1919 · 11-23-2020, 04:10 PM

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No, my windshield is not tinted. I'm in FL, and tints here are not really an issue unless you do something stupid... but they won't stop you for it if that's the only thing wrong.

Here's the back view.

looks good man. That spoiler looks good too. i have the 540 so will need to get either OEM spoiler or aftermarket.

marsb007 · 11-23-2020, 04:15 PM

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The dark tint looks good. Any problem driving at night? I'll planning 25% all around.

It's a personal thing which ultimately depends on your vision. I still have good vision, as well as at night, so no.

Turning left usually is mitigated by the side lights which go on as you're turning (might depend on package your car has)?

I've also had the same on my prior 5 series and my wife has it on her X5, and for the most part I'm super used to it.

If you are not used to it or have vision issues (especially at night), go with a 20-35%, which is also usually legal in most states.

Texox · 11-25-2020, 12:43 PM

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Excellent! I was making a joke about the turn signal delete since most BMW Owners don't use them.

I'll be making a visit to IND now

wigglebutts Beerflakes FYI, IND is having a black friday sale right now until friday... use the promo code FRIDAY. I just ordered the CF roundels and CF floating wheel center caps and got 13% off!!

Beerflakes · 11-25-2020, 12:50 PM

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wigglebutts Beerflakes FYI, IND is having a black friday sale right now until friday... use the promo code FRIDAY and you will get 13% off your order! I just ordered the CF roundels and CF floating wheel center caps!!

Heck yeah, thanks! I put in an order (with discount) yesterday for front reflectors, a key chain, paint colored plate holder, floating CF wheel caps, and CF front and back roundel.

Texox · 11-25-2020, 12:56 PM

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wigglebutts Beerflakes FYI, IND is having a black friday sale right now until friday... use the promo code FRIDAY and you will get 13% off your order! I just ordered the CF roundels and CF floating wheel center caps!!

Heck yeah, thanks! I put in an order (with discount) yesterday for front reflectors, a key chain, paint colored plate holder, floating CF wheel caps, and CF front and back roundel.

Nice!! I got all the same stuff (got the reflectors and license plate earlier) except the key chain.

wigglebutts · 11-25-2020, 12:58 PM

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Excellent! I was making a joke about the turn signal delete since most BMW Owners don't use them.

I'll be making a visit to IND now

wigglebutts Beerflakes FYI, IND is having a black friday sale right now until friday... use the promo code FRIDAY. I just ordered the CF roundels and CF floating wheel center caps and got 13% off!!

I'm going to head on over and snag some goodies! Thank you so much!

Beerflakes · 11-25-2020, 01:41 PM

Can't wait to see some pics with them installed on yours. I have a long wait ahead.

crypto · 11-26-2020, 06:02 AM

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Excellent! I was making a joke about the turn signal delete since most BMW Owners don't use them.

I'll be making a visit to IND now

wigglebutts Beerflakes FYI, IND is having a black friday sale right now until friday... use the promo code FRIDAY. I just ordered the CF roundels and CF floating wheel center caps and got 13% off!!

Giving some thought to ordering the same. Damn $500 to replace 6 emblems... it's quite tempting though. Wish I could find a picture of this on a black G30.

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