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EASY
03-26-2005, 06:17 PM
hi
i was wondering if anyone had upgraded there compacts interior clock to the one with the external temperature sensor fitted?.the standard clock has 4 wires going to the back the one with the temp on has 12.any help would be appreciated.
clex2
03-26-2005, 07:48 PM
I've done it. There is a OBC retrofit kit (wiring only). The wiring is somewhat involved, but not impossible. You'll need a new OBC to replace the clock. It give you outside temp, MPG, and ave MPH. You will need a new turn signal stalk to control it. If you get the OBC and stalk from a wrecker and the wiring from a discount dealer, it not too expensive. Maybe $100-150 tops. Is it worth it. Depends. For me, I just had to do it, just for the fun of it.
EASY
03-26-2005, 10:23 PM
cheers for reply.i have the obc and external temp sensor.i will get the stalk next.if you could help me with the wireing i would be very gratefull.
EASY
03-26-2005, 10:50 PM
do you know were i can get the retrofit wiring kit from?
clex2
03-26-2005, 11:12 PM
The wiring is a kit. Part number 61-12-9-405-244 is $41.46 from Nick Alexander BMW in Los Angeles with BMW CCA discount. BTW, this place has some of the best prices for BMW parts. Something on the order of cost + 20%, plus 10% CCA discount. Can't beat that.
EASY
03-26-2005, 11:21 PM
many thanks mate.
bmrti
05-18-2005, 08:47 PM
Can the wiring be easily removed from the car pulling the OBC and signal stalk from or is it just better to get the wiring kit?
clex2
05-18-2005, 09:08 PM
It would be easier to get the kit. BTW, no more discouts at Alexander BMW.....booooooo.
bmrti
05-18-2005, 11:15 PM
Can this wire kit be purchased right from the dealer? I asume that is a BMW part #? Where should the other end of the wiring attach? Does it go right from the OBC to the signal stock?

Funny I just bought the signal stock and OBC thinking that was all I needed for the upgrade then notice the connector difference on the OBC. Glad I found this thread.

I also bought the alarm/remote lock module. I'm about to install it too.

Fred
95 ti Sport
bmrti
05-19-2005, 01:22 AM
Do either of you remember how long the wires are coming off the signal stock? Mine were cyt. I asume there should be a connector on the other end? Would I be able to use the wires coming off my existing signal stock or would there be less wires on it?

Many thanks
Fred