Who is good for car ICE removal ???

[m33ufo]

I want to put my CSL back to standard. It currently has Alpine DVD-Nav system, Alpine CD-changer, amplifier etc the boot and an Alpine head unit with 7" screen in-dash.

Is removal of the Nav system, CD and Amp something that I can do myself??? I'm sure even I can pop out the in-dash unit and re-install the BMW original. I'm assuming I'm going to hit a myriad of cables and have to remove a load of trim etc???

Can anyone recommend someone or a company who can do this for me in a professional manner without damaging the trim of my car etc???

Cheers

[AR]

Sorry I can't help, but if you are selling the system in the future LMK.

Cheers,

AR

[cen]

Mark, there is a universal standard connection system for the wiring on modern cars. I don't think you will find a flurry of cables with no identification etc.

I would have thought there would be a key system to remove the unit, have you the handbook that came with the system or can you download one from the manufacturers website?

When I have had changers in the past they simply plugged into the head unit and the biggest problem was getting the cables out from under the carpets etc going to the boot where the changers are usually mounted. I would not have thought the job be difficult and usually very simple.

[m33ufo]

cen said:

When I have had changers in the past they simply plugged into the head unit and the biggest problem was getting the cables out from under the carpets etc going to the boot where the changers are usually mounted. I would not have thought the job be difficult and usually very simple.

Although I've not properly looked at it yet it's these cables that are concerning me.

There are separate cd changer and dvd-navigation units in the boot together with amplifier and subwoofer etc. There is an antenna connection from the dvd plus all these items have to connect to the head unit.

As I say, it's the removal of all these cables that's concerning me - most especially trim removal etc.

Cheers

[m33ufo]

AR said:

Sorry I can't help, but if you are selling the system in the future LMK.

Cheers,

AR

I shall be selling it at some point - as soon as I can get it all properly removed in fact! The install cost about £5k just over two years ago. Of course it's worth nothing like that now.

I'll list the main item model numbers later for your info.

[Cardiff]

I have a friend called marc, he used to work for sextons and now works part time for another ICE specialist and the other time self employed, he worked on my friends E46 M3 and is excellent at what he does, and very reasonable on price. If you want his number i will post it on here (he wont mind!)

[DAVE-W]

Park it somewhere in Llanelli m8.....there's plenty of people who are excellent at removing ice systems lurking around the streets

Dave

[m33ufo]

Cardiff said:

I have a friend called marc, he used to work for sextons and now works part time for another ICE specialist and the other time self employed, he worked on my friends E46 M3 and is excellent at what he does, and very reasonable on price. If you want his number i will post it on here (he wont mind!)

That would be great!

I'll take a look at it on the weekend but in all probability I would be better off getting someone to do it properly.

[m33ufo]

DAVE-W said:

Park it somewhere in Llanelli m8.....there's plenty of people who are excellent at removing ice systems lurking around the streets

Dave

Sounds like a plan!

[Cardiff]

say your a friend of bens as he has another mate of mine having a dvd head unit being fitted to his porker! 07825 045511

[m33ufo]

I'll give him a call.

Do you know if he does it from your home?

[Cardiff]

might do if you ask nicely! should be no problem if you fill his hands with gold!

[m33ufo]

AR said:

Sorry I can't help, but if you are selling the system in the future LMK.

Cheers,

AR

For info, this is what I shall have available:

Alpine IVA-D300R mobile media station (7"TFT, Pulse Touch etc) - boxed as new.
Alpine NVE-N099P DVD Car Navigation - boxed as new.
Alpine CHA-S634 CD changer - boxed as new.
Diamond Audio Technology Subwoofer (10 or 12" didn't measure it) inside sub box moulded for installation in e46 3 series.
DLS CA51 Amplifier.

No idea what this may be worth??

Edited by m33ufo on Sunday 17th June 00:08

[AR]

http://www.dynamicsounds.co.uk/alpine-pack-ivad310...

Here is a link for the package.

Cheers,

AR

[m33ufo]

Thanks, I'll probably stick it on Ebay when I eventually get it removed.

[gareth_t]

ya boldy will do a good job or if hes too busy try nav tv
http://www.nav-tv.co.uk/About_Us/contacts/index.as...