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      02-15-2020, 12:50 AM   #1
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side marker suggestions

Notice my 528XI does not have side markers.... Silver caps... Ugh.... Any suggestions or recommendations on adding side markers?
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      02-15-2020, 03:48 AM   #2
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I wrapped mine
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      02-15-2020, 07:45 AM   #3
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same here...wrapped mine in black vinyl.



than changed it and wrapped it in carbon fiber vinyl


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same here...wrapped mine in black vinyl.



than changed it and wrapped it in carbon fiber vinyl


The thing is mine are just caps no light
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The thing is mine are just caps no light
you can still wrap them or you can order side markers with lights on ebay
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you can still wrap them or you can order side markers with lights on ebay
I've actually considered that and wiring them up to the turn signals but I'm concerned that will through a code.
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      02-15-2020, 12:30 PM   #7
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I've actually considered that and wiring them up to the turn signals but I'm concerned that will through a code.
Its possible? Maybe there's already a wire there?
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      02-15-2020, 01:46 PM   #8
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Its possible? Maybe there's already a wire there?
Probably not, but running one should be pretty easy.
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Mine are caps as well, wrapped mine in black vinyl. Did door handles as well


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      02-20-2020, 07:36 AM   #10
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Mine are caps as well, wrapped mine in black vinyl. Did door handles as well
do you have a front\side shot so the OP can get a better idea
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