I like the look of those panels! I think you saved me a lot of time and headaches trying to find door panels for my project car! Definitely going to check out MKAH! Thanks man! Can you replace just the covers for the speakers, or is it just one piece? I think you should keep the panel and either change the speaker covers or the speakers themselves!
I agree I'll most likely change their color first! I don't believe they come apart easily but from All Things M3 he mentions you can just spray right over them with no electrical issues.
Looking great Pawinn. Fine tuning the windows is a hell of a job , I know. Assuming you do have only mechanical problems...Everthing needs perfectly greased. Because when not the motors will stop out of safety purpose.(overload motors) I had that problem too. Regards from Holland.
I'm glad you can relate to my struggle. I agree the window system in these cars are so sensitive, hence why i'd want to make them manual crank or make the windows pop out race car style haha
Get a spray can of black vinyl dye. Clean well with alcohol and spray light coats until you get the results you need. I have done it countless times and it doesn’t interfere with speaker performance at all.
Look really clean, as they have the cutouts for the speakers I’d just get black covers for them/replace them with black. But anyway, super clean, nice install, looking to do something like this with my car
Loosen up the mounting bolts. You should be able to find the sweet spot. Or at least see where it’s binding. I had a terrible issue with this on my z3 but got it all straightened out. Best of luck I hope this tip helps ya out
Thanks for the tip! I have tried doing something similar, but what I think is the issue is that when the regulators were removed the first time, the mounting points were abused because it looks like the OEM rivets were drilled out poorly and then someone just yanked the regulator out. That then is throwing off the whole alignment of the window regulator 🤷🏻♂️. I'm on my 3rd attempt with each door trying to adjust and replace parts 😂
My e36 had a weird issue where the window wouldn't go up when I got it, it took a little splicing to get the window up and getting the glides back on the track, I'd be happy to get measurements/pics off my e36 for ya, or even come take a look, I'm out near Worcester
Thank you for your input! I'll probably go ahead and try to figure out a removal "pop-out" window that can be locked in from the inside of the car. I'll keep you in mind if I need anything if I choose to retain stock window functionality.
Got the MKAH door covers about 8 months ago best choice I have ever made. Good price makes my E36 look better. Going to get the back seat delete MKAH they make great product
Hey I commented before, but I'm finally getting around to putting these things on. Did you remove the weather stripping on top of the door where the panel sits? Because when i took it out and put the panel on, I didn't like how loose the window itself became. Then on the opposite side of things when I leave the weather stripping in, it's too tight of an opening for the window from the mirror to about 7 inches out. Then window still goes up and down but there's a bit of resistance to it and I don't want to wear out the window motor.
They’ll fit I believe! I’ve also been considering a hard motorsport door panel too as they look like oem but are lightweight and look cleaner than a flat panel IMO
Did you have any problems fitting them to your convertible? I have a vert as well, and the website says they only fit coupes. But the doors for the coupes and verts are the same, so they should just mount right up.
This guy just F’d up his quiet ride that BMW is so notorious for! 🙆🏽♂️🤦🏼♂️. There’s a reason why the original panels are made from compressed wood and plastic in addition to the stock sound proofing barrier material that comes with the car. This car is going to sound like a piece of shit going down the road not to mention the audio😂😂😂
@@walkemdown4127 no he is being realistic, replacing the panel with a flat metal sheet, unbraced and undeadened will be crap on the road if you care. For a race/drift/track day car it would be a good mod after stripping out the doors.
Who makes the rear seat delete with that has the pass through / folding down option like the seats do originally. I can't find the video of the install of that rear seat delet
Man I was kind of sceptical about all this but I fixed my passenger window today and apart form the vinyl glue failing, I've also go all the mounting points failing. I don't want a race car look, but wtf can you do with this junk. My E39 does not have this problem at all...
I like the look of those panels! I think you saved me a lot of time and headaches trying to find door panels for my project car! Definitely going to check out MKAH! Thanks man! Can you replace just the covers for the speakers, or is it just one piece? I think you should keep the panel and either change the speaker covers or the speakers themselves!
I agree I'll most likely change their color first! I don't believe they come apart easily but from All Things M3 he mentions you can just spray right over them with no electrical issues.
Same here actually
Looking great Pawinn. Fine tuning the windows is a hell of a job , I know. Assuming you do have only mechanical problems...Everthing needs perfectly greased. Because when not the motors will stop out of safety purpose.(overload motors) I had that problem too. Regards from Holland.
I'm glad you can relate to my struggle. I agree the window system in these cars are so sensitive, hence why i'd want to make them manual crank or make the windows pop out race car style haha
Get a spray can of black vinyl dye. Clean well with alcohol and spray light coats until you get the results you need. I have done it countless times and it doesn’t interfere with speaker performance at all.
Thank you for that advice that great to know that I could just spray them without really masking off/taking stuff apart.
Look really clean, as they have the cutouts for the speakers I’d just get black covers for them/replace them with black.
But anyway, super clean, nice install, looking to do something like this with my car
Yeah the color will happen later! Thank you!!
Yo i dig your wheel setup, what are you running? I have a 1997 328i and im going to purchase a better setup but im scared of tire rubbing issues.
Looks like it's coming right along Pawinn! Looks great.
Thank you!
Loosen up the mounting bolts. You should be able to find the sweet spot. Or at least see where it’s binding. I had a terrible issue with this on my z3 but got it all straightened out. Best of luck I hope this tip helps ya out
Thanks for the tip! I have tried doing something similar, but what I think is the issue is that when the regulators were removed the first time, the mounting points were abused because it looks like the OEM rivets were drilled out poorly and then someone just yanked the regulator out. That then is throwing off the whole alignment of the window regulator 🤷🏻♂️. I'm on my 3rd attempt with each door trying to adjust and replace parts 😂
@@Pawinning did you ever figure out the window, I’ve taken mine apart maybe 6 times and I still can’t get the adjustment right.
My e36 had a weird issue where the window wouldn't go up when I got it, it took a little splicing to get the window up and getting the glides back on the track, I'd be happy to get measurements/pics off my e36 for ya, or even come take a look, I'm out near Worcester
Thank you for your input! I'll probably go ahead and try to figure out a removal "pop-out" window that can be locked in from the inside of the car. I'll keep you in mind if I need anything if I choose to retain stock window functionality.
Pawinning sounds good, I can also help out with any work if you need that
Might do this when my e36 m3 door panel breaks. It's starting to lift up recently
You won't regret going back haha!
Got the MKAH door covers about 8 months ago best choice I have ever made. Good price makes my E36 look better. Going to get the back seat delete MKAH they make great product
Glad you like them 😎
Good job, looks nice.
Thank you!
Did you ever switch to a manual style window just wondering as I’m unsure on how to do it
cool panels bro
Pretty good fabrication skills. Just get new regulators for the windows.
Hey I commented before, but I'm finally getting around to putting these things on. Did you remove the weather stripping on top of the door where the panel sits?
Because when i took it out and put the panel on, I didn't like how loose the window itself became. Then on the opposite side of things when I leave the weather stripping in, it's too tight of an opening for the window from the mirror to about 7 inches out. Then window still goes up and down but there's a bit of resistance to it and I don't want to wear out the window motor.
Yo bro I have a 1996 bmw 318i convertible in which I plan on ls swapping if I can make it fit😂
But do u know if these panels will fit
They’ll fit I believe! I’ve also been considering a hard motorsport door panel too as they look like oem but are lightweight and look cleaner than a flat panel IMO
Looks good. No vapour barrier?
Ill most likely buy sound deadening as well once I decide how I want the colors to match on the panel with the speakers
i want to do this with my e36, but what will happen to the side mirror control? are you still able to adjust your side mirrors?
Great video man! Subbed
Thank you :)!
Did you have any problems fitting them to your convertible?
I have a vert as well, and the website says they only fit coupes. But the doors for the coupes and verts are the same, so they should just mount right up.
You’re right! The vert and coupe doors match and will fit fine with these panels. The rear panels won’t tho, will only fit coupes and sedans
Pawinning Thanks for the reply. Good luck with the build!
What did you use to Mount? Self tapping screws?
U can order with the hardware if I’m not mistaken
Can I ask where you got those spacers for the door panels? I recently ordered Mkah door panel and nothing sits flush like yours does
Hey, do thes panels clear the window motors? Or is there a bulge and gap toward the front?
Yes they should clear the window motors just fine 👍
@@Pawinning ok then I will be getting it. Let's goo
You should make a e36 drift build dood
That’s what the 318ti is for 😎
Pawinning oh shit haha diden't know, dope though!
It's still up in the air, but hopefully itll become a car that can do several racing setups
Hehe you said "bolt holes" 😁
I need to do this as well, my panels are so ratty.
Your car is cleaner than my car in general tho 😂
lmao stfu i looked at one of your vids and your e36 interior is an 12/10
Look's awesome !
Thanks man!!
Is there any vibrations on the panels when playing music or whatever? Would you suggest sound deadening mats?
Yes I suggest installing some sound deadening. No vibrations to report!
This guy just F’d up his quiet ride that BMW is so notorious for! 🙆🏽♂️🤦🏼♂️. There’s a reason why the original panels are made from compressed wood and plastic in addition to the stock sound proofing barrier material that comes with the car. This car is going to sound like a piece of shit going down the road not to mention the audio😂😂😂
@@GLopezjr50 are u fucking stupid
@@walkemdown4127 no he is being realistic, replacing the panel with a flat metal sheet, unbraced and undeadened will be crap on the road if you care. For a race/drift/track day car it would be a good mod after stripping out the doors.
@@yarpos I have similar aftermarket doorpanels and the difference is barely noticeable
Who makes the rear seat delete with that has the pass through / folding down option like the seats do originally. I can't find the video of the install of that rear seat delet
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you could rather easily wrap this panel in leather or something so it's more cozy and doesn't burn your hand in the summer
I agree! its also easy to add some sound deadening as well on the back side.
Is that a hardtop on it? I have a convertible i want to buy a hard top for.
Good vid! I'm thinking about getting the same panels for my E36 M3 build. Sounds like you'd recommend them, eh?
Yes, they fit great!
i need these but i got the harmon kardon speakers and apparently they dont fit . is there ones made for harmon kardon speakers ?
Did you ever fix your windows
Link for door panel please
Not clear how you lined up screws to rivnuts in the door. Nor door pull.
What about the side door airbag??
Car didn’t have side airbags stock. But then again it’s a convertible so any side impact is pretty defenseless 😂
If only they made the door panels for the z3 .
Man I was kind of sceptical about all this but I fixed my passenger window today and apart form the vinyl glue failing, I've also go all the mounting points failing. I don't want a race car look, but wtf can you do with this junk. My E39 does not have this problem at all...
My '94 e36 Windows do the same shit
Yeah man, next E36 will be a sedan if I get to snagging another 😂
Moaar.
I need somebody to install mine for me on my e36 convertible I'm located in ny Long Island
Did they fit your vert?
They fit perfect
Thing is I bought my car and it has these... I don’t want them!