Does anyone sell just the headlight washer springs (without the covers)?

ashmostro · 03-11-2013, 12:31 PM

Since I haven't removed the bumper from my new 335is, I didn't know the right method for unclipping the headlight washer cover springs beforehand and two of the springs stretched out a bit, causing the covers to not be able to sit flush with the bumper. The covers themselves, and the washer extenders, are fine. I just need new springs.

The stealership wants $60 for two unprimed covers which is insane. I checked RealOEM for part numbers on just the springs but no bueno.

Does anyone know of part numbers, or a supplier for just the springs?

Thanks!

JYohay · 03-11-2013, 01:00 PM

try trimming the springs......
you cannot get them separate.
or go to the local hardware store possibly

ashmostro · 03-11-2013, 02:57 PM

Yeah I was just thinking I could do that (trim down the stretched springs). I'll try that first. Seems silly to spend close to $50 just for little springs- sheesh.

Thanks!

Ph0zenstone · 03-11-2013, 11:56 PM

So what's the method to remove the covers? My springs were Stretched out too...

WiLD · 03-12-2013, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by phozenstone

So what's the method to remove the covers? My springs were Stretched out too...

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ashmostro · 03-12-2013, 07:48 AM

I haven't tried it yet, but I *think* one would carefully pry away the washer cover first, juuuust enough to be able to get a pick or similar stealthy tool in to pull the spring down and out of the telescopic nozzle ends. Then one can remove the bumper.

I haven't confirmed how easy or difficult this is, but it seems to make sense.

Ph0zenstone · 03-12-2013, 11:23 PM

Next best option is to disconnect battery as the nozzle is out. Requires two people to do tho

ashmostro · 03-13-2013, 05:35 AM

Once the nozzle is out, its easy to hold it in place. Its just a matter of getting it to do so.

Ph0zenstone · 03-13-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ashmostro

Once the nozzle is out, its easy to hold it in place. Its just a matter of getting it to do so.

it's actually quite "strong" if you know what i mean. It retracts as soon as you let go and it takes quite a bit of pressure to hold on to it with your fingers. I am not Hercules by any means

ashmostro · 03-13-2013, 02:34 PM

It is pretty strong, but I've been holding it by hand just fine. If you do it too long the sharp edges hurt a bit though

03-11-2013, 12:31 PM	#1
ashmostro Brigadier General 1302 Rep 4,180 Posts Drives: 2020 M4cs \| 2022 M550i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Falls Church, VA iTrader: (28)	Does anyone sell just the headlight washer springs (without the covers)? Since I haven't removed the bumper from my new 335is, I didn't know the right method for unclipping the headlight washer cover springs beforehand and two of the springs stretched out a bit, causing the covers to not be able to sit flush with the bumper. The covers themselves, and the washer extenders, are fine. I just need new springs. The stealership wants $60 for two unprimed covers which is insane. I checked RealOEM for part numbers on just the springs but no bueno. Does anyone know of part numbers, or a supplier for just the springs? Thanks!
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JYohay Banned 48 Rep 2,009 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NY iTrader: (3)	try trimming the springs...... you cannot get them separate. or go to the local hardware store possibly
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ashmostro Brigadier General 1302 Rep 4,180 Posts Drives: 2020 M4cs \| 2022 M550i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Falls Church, VA iTrader: (28)	Yeah I was just thinking I could do that (trim down the stretched springs). I'll try that first. Seems silly to spend close to $50 just for little springs- sheesh. Thanks!
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Ph0zenstone Major General 334 Rep 5,370 Posts Drives: 2018 530e X-Drive Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (74)	So what's the method to remove the covers? My springs were Stretched out too...
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ashmostro Brigadier General 1302 Rep 4,180 Posts Drives: 2020 M4cs \| 2022 M550i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Falls Church, VA iTrader: (28)	I haven't tried it yet, but I think one would carefully pry away the washer cover first, juuuust enough to be able to get a pick or similar stealthy tool in to pull the spring down and out of the telescopic nozzle ends. Then one can remove the bumper. I haven't confirmed how easy or difficult this is, but it seems to make sense.
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Ph0zenstone Major General 334 Rep 5,370 Posts Drives: 2018 530e X-Drive Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: NY iTrader: (74)	Next best option is to disconnect battery as the nozzle is out. Requires two people to do tho
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ashmostro Brigadier General 1302 Rep 4,180 Posts Drives: 2020 M4cs \| 2022 M550i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Falls Church, VA iTrader: (28)	Once the nozzle is out, its easy to hold it in place. Its just a matter of getting it to do so.
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ashmostro Brigadier General 1302 Rep 4,180 Posts Drives: 2020 M4cs \| 2022 M550i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Falls Church, VA iTrader: (28)	It is pretty strong, but I've been holding it by hand just fine. If you do it too long the sharp edges hurt a bit though
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