Anyone installed the Aliexoress CF Knee Pad with Ambient Light

BIGW0RM · 03-02-2022, 10:14 AM

After having a few cars with alcantara, I will never option that stuff again. It gets worn down and looks nasty if you dont brush and clean it weekly. Porsche alcantara was much more robust than my BMW alcantara. I would not use BMW alcantara for knee pads. They will look crushed and greasy real quick. Any lotion on your legs will transfer right over.

This is coming from a guy who would soft tooth brush his alcantara steering wheel at red lights. I cant tell you how many people would look over at me and wonder WTF I was doing...lol.

Youd be surprised how dirty that shit gets. I will never spec alcantara again. Hell no.

mzcp · 03-02-2022, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by BIGW0RM

After having a few cars with alcantara, I will never option that stuff again. It gets worn down and looks nasty if you dont brush and clean it weekly. Porsche alcantara was much more robust than my BMW alcantara. I would not use BMW alcantara for knee pads. They will look crushed and greasy real quick. Any lotion on your legs will transfer right over.

This is coming from a guy who would soft tooth brush his alcantara steering wheel at red lights. I cant tell you how many people would look over at me and wonder WTF I was doing...lol.

Youd be surprised how dirty that shit gets. I will never spec alcantara again. Hell no.

I hear you and agree. I had other cars with Alcantara interior and that takes some work to keep clean. I just want more cushion because I hit my right leg all the time. We'll see after I install them. Maybe leather is a better alternative.

nearwater4me · 03-02-2022, 12:10 PM

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I have a shop I go to. Probably cost $100 for Alcantara

Oh nice. I need to find a decent upholstery shop in GA.

csayad · 03-07-2022, 01:31 PM

Mine arrived today! I will get back to this thread when I pick them up from the post office! I'm super excited to install them and I currently have my lights coded to pink. So it'll be interesting!

mzcp · 03-07-2022, 11:14 PM

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Mine arrived today! I will get back to this thread when I pick them up from the post office! I'm super excited to install them and I currently have my lights coded to pink. So it'll be interesting!

If they fit, I will be selling mine since I am selling my car. They should arrive this week. When did you order? Keep us updated

csayad · 03-08-2022, 08:36 AM

I ordered on the 24th, they fit perfectly! You jus have to reuse the clips and make sure they don't go flying. I use a flathead to get them out which works fine, make sure it's a thin flag head. Also when your removing the original pieces make sure not to hurt your hand I suggest pulling up with a tower so the sharp end doesn't piece your skin like I did lol. They also feel lighter than the original pieces because I think the original ones have a metal brace behind them.

mzcp · 03-08-2022, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by csayad

I ordered on the 24th, they fit perfectly! You jus have to reuse the clips and make sure they don't go flying. I use a flathead to get them out which works fine, make sure it's a thin flag head. Also when your removing the original pieces make sure not to hurt your hand I suggest pulling up with a tower so the sharp end doesn't piece your skin like I did lol. They also feel lighter than the original pieces because I think the original ones have a metal brace behind them.

Great that's what I wanted to hear. How did you tap the power for those lights? We need some pics

csayad · 03-08-2022, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by csayad

I ordered on the 24th, they fit perfectly! You jus have to reuse the clips and make sure they don't go flying. I use a flathead to get them out which works fine, make sure it's a thin flag head. Also when your removing the original pieces make sure not to hurt your hand I suggest pulling up with a tower so the sharp end doesn't piece your skin like I did lol. They also feel lighter than the original pieces because I think the original ones have a metal brace behind them.

Great that's what I wanted to hear. How did you tap the power for those lights? We need some pics

You get power from passenger foot well lights

nearwater4me · 03-08-2022, 09:38 AM

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You get power from passenger foot well lights

Did it come with any instructions?
Pics?

TheShiftyBadger · 03-08-2022, 09:56 AM

Very interesting, will have to look into these! Seems like a nice little touch.

jmg · 03-08-2022, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by csayad

I ordered on the 24th, they fit perfectly! You jus have to reuse the clips and make sure they don't go flying. I use a flathead to get them out which works fine, make sure it's a thin flag head. Also when your removing the original pieces make sure not to hurt your hand I suggest pulling up with a tower so the sharp end doesn't piece your skin like I did lol. They also feel lighter than the original pieces because I think the original ones have a metal brace behind them.

Great that's what I wanted to hear. How did you tap the power for those lights? We need some pics

You get power from passenger foot well lights

Does that mean it will match the footwell color?

mzcp · 03-12-2022, 04:54 PM

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Does that mean it will match the footwell color?

I have a set for sale if you're interested. It should be here on Monday. I'll give you a track buddy discount

moproblems · 03-12-2022, 05:10 PM

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I have a set for sale if you're interested. It should be here on Monday. I'll give you a track buddy discount

That's too bad you are selling your car, the MT cars supposedly use a different side trim, thus why the OEM alcantara knee pads do not fit.

mzcp · 03-12-2022, 05:11 PM

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That's too bad you are selling your car, the MT cars supposedly use a different side trim, thus why the OEM alcantara knee pads do not fit.

Yes I saw that. I will be back for the last BMW MT

M_Adaptive · 03-12-2022, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by csayad

I ordered on the 24th, they fit perfectly! You jus have to reuse the clips and make sure they don't go flying. I use a flathead to get them out which works fine, make sure it's a thin flag head. Also when your removing the original pieces make sure not to hurt your hand I suggest pulling up with a tower so the sharp end doesn't piece your skin like I did lol. They also feel lighter than the original pieces because I think the original ones have a metal brace behind them.

Did it come with installation instructions? I just ordered a set

moproblems · 03-14-2022, 07:48 AM

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Yes I saw that. I will be back for the last BMW MT

You still helping with the shifter or is it a lost cause?

mzcp · 03-14-2022, 08:53 AM

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You still helping with the shifter or is it a lost cause?

Yes I am still helping with the GB. I will keep you updated in the other thread. Not leaving yet

Cas29 · 03-31-2022, 09:24 PM

Hey everyone, just installed this myself earlier in the week. Looks pretty good IMO, I'm really enjoying the extra lighting. The light is not as strong as the factory lighting since it's a LED module that connects to the end of a thin tube, but it still light up really well. I did record the install, but not very well. I will post it as a soon as I'm done editing it sometime this weekend.

This is what they look like in the dark. I think that if you are one that enjoys the lighting, this is worth the 100ish dollars.

mzcp · 03-31-2022, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Cas29

Hey everyone, just installed this myself earlier in the week. Looks pretty good IMO, I'm really enjoying the extra lighting. The light is not as strong as the factory lighting since it's a LED module that connects to the end of a thin tube, but it still light up really well. I did record the install, but not very well. I will post it as a soon as I'm done editing it sometime this weekend.

This is what they look like in the dark. I think that if you are one that enjoys the lighting, this is worth the 100ish dollars.

That looks good. Great mod

Gmacf87 · 04-01-2022, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Cas29

Hey everyone, just installed this myself earlier in the week. Looks pretty good IMO, I'm really enjoying the extra lighting. The light is not as strong as the factory lighting since it's a LED module that connects to the end of a thin tube, but it still light up really well. I did record the install, but not very well. I will post it as a soon as I'm done editing it sometime this weekend.

This is what they look like in the dark. I think that if you are one that enjoys the lighting, this is worth the 100ish dollars.

Waiting for the install video I just got mine in but haven't received my car yet 😂

Cas29 · 04-01-2022, 07:07 PM

During the day in case anyone is wondering.

Kinglagos · 04-21-2022, 08:28 AM

Since nobody answered that: does the color match the strip or the footwell?

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