Group Buy: E70 LED interior light kit

boneca · 02-01-2014, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by jzbm3

There is a metal ring around the hole where the glove box light housing attaches to, and it's actually very easy to blow a fuse when installing this. I ended up blowing 2 fuses here myself.

I'd try removing the glove box light and check to make sure the bulb is secure and that nothing is touching the metal ring.

Thanks for the tip, I think I finally figured it out, I had to go and by few more fuses, just in case but at the end only used one more and it's working fine right now.
Thanks for the effort, can't wait for package E to arrive, to replace the lp lights!

walidtik · 02-01-2014, 12:05 PM

Nice kit

upstate650 · 02-01-2014, 05:34 PM

How the hell do you get the bulbs back in in the rear reading lights - the bulbs are too long!

Draper · 02-01-2014, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by upstateX5M

How the hell do you get the bulbs back in in the rear reading lights - the bulbs are too long!

The ECS guide has the wrong bulb layout.

Check out my install tips guide (earlier in this thread) for a better layout on where to put each bulb type.

upstate650 · 02-01-2014, 05:58 PM

Damn it! That makes sense. Unfortunately I broke one of the bulb holders in the process. The metal pieces won't stay in place when I try to put the bulb in. Have to see if I can twist them into shape.

upstate650 · 02-02-2014, 09:23 AM

Ok. Got them all installed and fixed the bulb holder. Everything is looking great, but I blew the fuse for the glovebox. Anyone decipher the fuse list in the back and determine which fuse it is? Is there a separate list of fuses with the fuse box in the front passenger footwell? I'm without a screwdriver at the moment so can't open it. What is it, 15 amp?

hashmanx · 02-02-2014, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by upstateX5M

Ok. Got them all installed and fixed the bulb holder. Everything is looking great, but I blew the fuse for the glovebox. Anyone decipher the fuse list in the back and determine which fuse it is? Is there a separate list of fuses with the fuse box in the front passenger footwell? I'm without a screwdriver at the moment so can't open it. What is it, 15 amp?

It's a 10A fuse. THIS post includes all the information you need.

upstate650 · 02-02-2014, 09:54 AM

Thanks! So what's the best way to install it so you don't blow the fuse? Is there a way to cut power to the bulb while the door is open? Just install the bulb before installing the fuse?

Draper · 02-02-2014, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by upstateX5M

Thanks! So what's the best way to install it so you don't blow the fuse? Is there a way to cut power to the bulb while the door is open? Just install the bulb before installing the fuse?

Yep, just pull the fuse, install the bulb, and reinstall the fuse.

ncraig · 02-02-2014, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jzbm3

Yep, just pull the fuse, install the bulb, and reinstall the fuse.

that's exactly what i did on my friend's x6m, works like a charm.

btw this LED kit is fully compatible with x6, with 1 extra 5SMD ( E71 rear seats only need 1 dome light and 2 reading light very similar to our E70 front dome/reading assembly, and it was such a pleasure to remove and install comparing with our pain-in-the-ass assembly)

upstate650 · 02-06-2014, 10:24 PM

Anybody else have smoke coming out of the light receptacles? I saw it from one of the rear reading lights when I first put it in, and tonight one of the front map lights smoked for half an hour. I seemed to Peter out toward the end. Didn't smell like burning, but definitely smoking.

Draper · 02-06-2014, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by upstateX5M

Anybody else have smoke coming out of the light receptacles? I saw it from one of the rear reading lights when I first put it in, and tonight one of the front map lights smoked for half an hour. I seemed to Peter out toward the end. Didn't smell like burning, but definitely smoking.

I noticed if you follow the ECS bulb layout the front dome lights touch the clear plastic cover...which could be the reason.

Which bulbs did you put in the front dome area?

upstate650 · 02-07-2014, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by jzbm3

I noticed if you follow the ECS bulb layout the front dome lights touch the clear plastic cover...which could be the reason.

Which bulbs did you put in the front dome area?

The 5 light ones.

Draper · 02-07-2014, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by upstateX5M

The 5 light ones.

Ok, those are the right ones.

I'm ordering a few spare bulbs with this next round, if you want to PM me with the bulbs you need replaced I'll send them with your other shipment.

upstate650 · 02-07-2014, 11:16 AM

Has anyone else had an issue with this? You can throw it in with my order for the second round.

choicez · 10-10-2014, 06:59 PM

Anyone interested for another Group Buy???

OP graciously stated he would assist if we had enough people who are interested. No errors or flickering anywhere stated by OP and he has had them for about a year.

windtendo · 10-10-2014, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by choicez

Anyone interested for another Group Buy???

OP graciously stated he would assist if we had enough people who are interested. No errors or flickering anywhere stated by OP and he has had them for about a year.

Check the General Discussion section, I posted about mine flickering. Doesn't seem like it's an issue for everyone but just giving you a heads up

choicez · 10-10-2014, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by windtendo

Check the General Discussion section, I posted about mine flickering. Doesn't seem like it's an issue for everyone but just giving you a heads up

Thanks for the heads up!

F06msportmia · 10-11-2014, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by jzbm3

NEW GROUP BUY IS HERE

This is a group buy for a full 20pc interior LED light set for the E70.

Each 20pc set includes
- 2 x 42mm festoon 8SMD 5050 bulbs
- 2 x T10 1SMD 5050 bulbs
- 8 x T10 5SMD 5050 bulbs
- 8 x T10 9SMD 5050 bulbs

All bulbs are CANBUS, meaning they simulate the resistance of the normal incandescent bulbs that are being replaced. This prevents any bulb check errors.

All bulbs emit a bright WHITE colored light.

Link to optional interior trim removal kit - thanks rennis!
https://www.ecstuning.com/ES517779/

Install guide - courtesy of ECS
http://bd8ba3c866c8cbc330ab-7b26c6f3...LED_Lights.pdf

Install tips - by me

http://www.xbimmers.com/forums/showp...3&postcount=76

Price
$45 - includes shipping in the US

Canadian residents add $10 for regular mail, or $20 for priority.

Rest of the world add $15 for regular mail, or $25 for priority.

This type of kit is typically sold for over $100.

If you're interested, just let me know. Payment won't be due until I have the bulbs in hand.

Once all 10 kits are spoken for, I will get them ordered and they should arrive in Denver within a week or so. After that, individual kits will be shipped to each buyer via Priority Mail.

Update: It looks like the 10 sets have all been spoken for. However, I am planning to place the order on Monday 12/16. As long as you tell me you want a set before then, you'll get one.

Buyers (green = paid)
1. jzbm3
2. ivster
3. grimmi03
4. GBe93
5. boneca
6. upstateX5M
7. ttomczak
8. ncraig
9. hashmanx
10. TD78
11. ncraig (2nd set)
12. windtendo
13. jfiore13
14. cnr2003
15. nachilus
16. BigBalls
17. mlee4984
18. brokemywallet
19. mavic1010
20. dr_strange2001
21. U55rush
22. DFR
23. TB8715
24. dizda
25. AvsNy
26. eddiehector
27. Lithiumrx
28. Marco Sousa
29. ajohnson300
30. Techjunkie666
31. MaxSpeedX5M

Flakers
1. StayRight

Please note that this is a group buy from a 3rd party supplier. I am not a vendor and will not be able to accommodate returns.

I'm in for a set...

SkypirateX · 10-13-2014, 04:48 PM

im up for a set of interior lights

elrey21 · 10-13-2014, 06:03 PM

I spent some money on bulbs that I dont like, the output is low and I have tobacco interior, need these with all around light.

infamousdiz · 10-14-2014, 02:24 PM

I'm in on a group buy

02-01-2014, 12:05 PM	#134
walidtik New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: X5 2012 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Nice kit
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upstate650 Lieutenant Colonel 306 Rep 1,715 Posts Drives: 2014 650xi Gran Coupe Msport Join Date: May 2013 Location: The Hinterlands of Upstate NY iTrader: (3) Garage List 2020 BMW M340xi [0.00]	How the hell do you get the bulbs back in in the rear reading lights - the bulbs are too long!
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upstate650 Lieutenant Colonel 306 Rep 1,715 Posts Drives: 2014 650xi Gran Coupe Msport Join Date: May 2013 Location: The Hinterlands of Upstate NY iTrader: (3) Garage List 2020 BMW M340xi [0.00]	Damn it! That makes sense. Unfortunately I broke one of the bulb holders in the process. The metal pieces won't stay in place when I try to put the bulb in. Have to see if I can twist them into shape.
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upstate650 Lieutenant Colonel 306 Rep 1,715 Posts Drives: 2014 650xi Gran Coupe Msport Join Date: May 2013 Location: The Hinterlands of Upstate NY iTrader: (3) Garage List 2020 BMW M340xi [0.00]	Ok. Got them all installed and fixed the bulb holder. Everything is looking great, but I blew the fuse for the glovebox. Anyone decipher the fuse list in the back and determine which fuse it is? Is there a separate list of fuses with the fuse box in the front passenger footwell? I'm without a screwdriver at the moment so can't open it. What is it, 15 amp?
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