|
|
|
08-27-2014, 11:31 PM | #133 |
New Member
7
Rep 21
Posts |
So I just read through all 7 pages after doing my install on my 07/09 128i and they do not work..... Only when I press the brake pedal they light up but as running lights I get nothing. Not even an error on my dash. These came off a 135i Idk what year but regardless should be a plug and play from what I've seen. So I'm guessing I need to get it coded right?
|
Appreciate
0
|
08-28-2014, 05:45 PM | #134 | |
European Editor
10757
Rep 22,992
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
08-28-2014, 08:25 PM | #135 |
New Member
7
Rep 21
Posts |
Yes i realized they were for the e82 with the halogen headlights. The thing is when i bought my e82 from a dealership it came with halogen headlights. But it came with led taillights just not the lci style that everyone on this thread has. So now i figured out i got robbed twice once with not having the xenon headlights from the start, and now buying these off halogen tails off craigslist. This sucks because i even bought depos for the headlights to have the xenon look but i am not happy with them, and at the moment i dont have money to buy the oem xenons lol.
|
Appreciate
0
|
09-25-2014, 03:56 AM | #138 |
European Editor
10757
Rep 22,992
Posts |
Just go ahead and order the BMW p/n 63212225282 blackline kit. Schmiedmann or ECS both stock them. It really is a subtle but great mod. Check out page one of this thread for all the info.
__________________
|
Appreciate
0
|
10-24-2014, 05:53 PM | #139 |
New Member
1
Rep 8
Posts |
So when I got my '08 135 last month, I learned here about the tail light issue I was having. I thought about haggling the dealership for replacements, but I happened upon this thread and I was sold on these beautiful tails. I ordered from Schmiedmann, and spoke with a nice guy named Peter. They shipped via Fedex on Monday, I received the package on Wednesday. Today I grabbed an 8mm socket and installed them on my lunch break.
The reason I'm posting is to thank everyone who chipped in useful info in this thread, particularly Dackelone. You folks gave me tons of confidence to order the tails and do this swap myself. Cheers! |
Appreciate
0
|
10-24-2014, 06:11 PM | #140 |
European Editor
10757
Rep 22,992
Posts |
^^looking very nice! You are quite welcome @Usufruct
You can repay me with some Vermont maple syrup! <jk> of course.
__________________
|
Appreciate
0
|
01-22-2015, 06:36 PM | #141 |
Major
1514
Rep 1,305
Posts |
edit: figured it out
for starters, don't try to install at night with iphone light!
__________________
2022 M3 xDrive Comp
2020 M2 CS (retired) 2018 M3 Comp (retired) 2015 335i (retired) Last edited by gemini.m3; 01-23-2015 at 08:20 AM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
04-29-2015, 05:25 AM | #142 |
Private First Class
23
Rep 180
Posts |
Here's me trying to be fancy but not working out so well. Haha. Too much glare and reflection. I'll post some better ones later. Thanks for your install guide Dack.
|
Appreciate
1
|
05-15-2015, 12:24 PM | #143 |
Captain
245
Rep 617
Posts |
So I always wondered if I had the Blackline tails that everybody has, apparently I have them but since I drive a '12 128 with Halogens for headlights, then the LED tube of my "blacklines" do not even light up then. I always wanted to ask this here but I guess I got my answer. So has anybody here done a full swap for Xenons on a '12 or later 128? I'm talking about headlights, I know the LED blacklines can be retrofitted to a Halogen 128...
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-16-2015, 12:12 PM | #144 | |
Captain
283
Rep 888
Posts
Drives: 08 135i M Sport 6MT, 15 X3 35i
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Edmonton
|
Quote:
__________________
2015 Cosmic Blue Metallic Wrapped X3 35i ///M Sport Full 3M Vinyl Wrap | Flat Black Grilles |
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-18-2015, 10:21 AM | #146 | |
Captain
245
Rep 617
Posts |
Quote:
But anyway, so I now know that on a car like the one I have (2012 128), all I need are the lights themselves (headlight and taillight) and not the module to do this retrofit, is that right? Just wanted to make sure I got that correct. Will coding also be required for a car that's a 2012? It's going to be an expensive route though, unless someone can guide me where to get slightly cheaper ones (OEM only if possible) |
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-27-2015, 12:14 PM | #147 |
Captain
245
Rep 617
Posts |
Can anybody confirm that these P/N's work like a Blackline/non-blackline tail light (with the LED strip)? I am planning to get these for a 2012 BMW 128 and just want to make sure they're not the one I already have. Thanks I just can't seem to find the answer. Even ECS can't tell me...
63217273427 63217273428 |
Appreciate
0
|
05-27-2015, 02:30 PM | #148 | |
European Editor
10757
Rep 22,992
Posts |
Quote:
IF you want Blacklines... order the #282 kit, which comes as a pair of smoked tail lights. p/n 63212225282
__________________
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-27-2015, 03:12 PM | #149 | |
Captain
245
Rep 617
Posts |
Quote:
Now are these plug and play or does the car have to be coded? |
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-01-2015, 05:41 PM | #150 |
New Member
5
Rep 29
Posts |
Just received mine from Schmiedmann now that they are back in stock...these look even better in person as you can really see the depth / 3D effect! These are a steal for a little over $300 for the set! I paid 3X this amount for Porsche LED tails and these are the same quality!
One thing I noticed is that the foam gasket wasn't fully stuck onto the light in a couple of spots (one was sticking to the plastic washer and had to be repositioned by gently lifting a section).., so be sure to examine carefully and make sure the gasket is stuck & positioned property as this could cause some leakage! |
Appreciate
1
|
06-02-2015, 09:49 AM | #151 | |
European Editor
10757
Rep 22,992
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
|
|
Appreciate
1
|
06-02-2015, 11:12 AM | #152 |
Major General
51193
Rep 7,235
Posts |
|
Appreciate
1
|
10-03-2015, 09:17 PM | #154 |
S58 Love
544
Rep 447
Posts
Drives: 2023 M4 Competition xDrive
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: OR
|
I finally broke down and installed a set of black lines. They are as advertised subtle but very attractive. I also like the way they modernize my 2008.
__________________
MAC
Current: 2023 G82|BG over BLK Prior: 2008 N54 E82|AW over CR Also: FJ60, Volvo Recharge |
Appreciate
2
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|