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Old 09-20-2014, 02:38 PM   #226
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Default custom armrest

I wanted an armrest for my TI, so I built one. I glued 2x4s together so I could turn on a lathe the supports that fit the cup holders. I used other scrap wood to make the support for the back of the armrest. I stacked a 2x6 with 3/4 inch material to get the height that was comfortable. Covered with polyfill for cushioning and then vinyl. I also drilled the wood supports so they did not rest on the screws of the bmw cupholders.

Cons: This takes away the cupholders, I didn't use them that much. And it is not bolted down, so in case of an accident, it could go flying.

Pros: Comfortable armrest!

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Kerry, great job! Perhaps heavy duty Velcro at the bottom of the inserts to keep it in place if a concern. Not necessary in my opinion tho. A larger version of the one made for the Z3s but yours looks better and more comfortable.


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Old 09-20-2014, 03:39 PM   #228
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Velcro is a great idea, and I even have heavy duty velcro. I think I'll do that today.
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Cool! Btw, thanks for the lead on the top in Ohio. I did pick it up.


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Old 09-20-2014, 05:48 PM   #230
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You are welcome. That deal almost sounded to good to be true, so I'm glad it worked for you. Nothing worse than a cali roof that doesn't work or leaks.
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Added the final touch of the Individual range yesterday.
Individual package now completed.

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You are welcome. That deal almost sounded to good to be true, so I'm glad it worked for you. Nothing worse than a cali roof that doesn't work or leaks.
It was. I think he figured it was worth more than $75. I paid a little more plus shipping.

I have to find a few minutes to swap in the working top and the new seals before it hopefully starts raining out west.
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Added the final touch of the Individual range yesterday.
Individual package now completed.

Very nice Kitty! I trust you are doing very well!
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I found that following the BMW TIS for installing the cali roof was important. I kept having water leaks in the front corners until I followed the installation instructions. I can send those 2 pages if you need them. Also, it is very important when removing the old gasket seal to not break the corner plastic locating flanges!
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Thanks Kerry! Yes, please send it forward. Is it the procedure to set the lip of the gasket?
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My message wasn't very clear, sorry. The TIS is for installing the cali roof. I'll post those pages later.
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Ah, thanks Kerry! I have access to TIS as well. I think I read it already
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Old 09-22-2014, 01:39 AM   #239
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Glad you have that program. The pages that helped me the most were, 54 11 005, Removing and installing/replacing frame for complete folding sunroof.
I removed the old gasket/seal by cutting it on one of the sides. The corners are plastic and so the flange can break easily.
I also applied black weatherstrip adhesive/sealant to all the joints between the plastic corners and the metal sides of the cali roof. And some maintenance on the sliding mechanisms helps the roof slide better, too.
Have fun replacing it. I really love the cali roof and especially now that it does not have any water leaks!
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....found a new sound. While down shifting, 4th to 3rd I would hear a "poop," like a REALLY loud miss fire / piston blow-by.
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