Quote: Originally Posted by twouptons
I did the lamp itself yesterday. It took me two minutes, since I couldn't get the masking tape off the wires
For those who are wondering how to get the blank out, you can reach underneath the car to the area around the blank. There are two clips on the blank. Squeeze the clips and push, and the blank should pop right out of the bumper. The wiring for the lamp is above the blank. Ours was taped up with beige masking tape (not electrical tape), and folded over so at first I didn't see the connector.
Even inoperative, the red lamp looks far better on the back of the car than the black blank. Makes me think MINI should have used a red reflector rather than the black thing.
I'm hoping to do the switch bank this weekend...
-Eric
The lamp was quick. And I agree that they should have come with a red reflector. But then, maybe I would not have opted for the conversion.
Mine was wrapped the same way. I do wish I had smaller hands though. Getting at the wires and unwrapping the masking tape was a little tricky. Did not want to get a knife near those wires, so just used two fingers to play with the tape until it came off.
Wait until you get the switch panel in. It really looks a lot better inside. I did not think it would make a huge difference, but looking at a complete panel rather than the old one is MUCH better.
Good luck with the switch install. If you use the FAQ, I suggest using the method of pulling the dash panels out a little (unclip the lower part of the dash panels) to get the tubes off. I went to remove the cup holders and gate panel at first, but could not get the side mirror clips loose. So ended up doing the dash method. Much easier (for me). And noticed that I had no bolts holding the dash panel on at all
Dain
