Integrated Hidden Dash Cam Setup [Updated with DIY]

nm · 12-03-2015, 08:45 PM

Finally figured out the problem after hours of research.

Part number 51167161083 is only for cars built up to 10/2009. For my 08/2011 build, I actually need part number 51169219140 which is very similar but has longer/different hooks so that it will work with my mirror.

Pawlin · 12-03-2015, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by nm

Finally figured out the problem after hours of research.

Part number 51167161083 is only for cars built up to 10/2009. For my 08/2011 build, I actually need part number 51169219140 which is very similar but has longer/different hooks so that it will work with my mirror.

Damn, thanks I didn't know that. I got the correct part number for my production year but somehow still had to shave down the cover to fit. I'll update the DIY with your info. Thanks.

nm · 12-04-2015, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Pawlin

Damn, thanks I didn't know that. I got the correct part number for my production year but somehow still had to shave down the cover to fit. I'll update the DIY with your info. Thanks.

No problem. I made the following graphic to make it clear for anyone else who wants to do this:

PichaDis11 · 12-11-2015, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by nm

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Originally Posted by Pawlin

Damn, thanks I didn't know that. I got the correct part number for my production year but somehow still had to shave down the cover to fit. I'll update the DIY with your info. Thanks.

No problem. I made the following graphic to make it clear for anyone else who wants to do this:

Wow thanks for this. Though I've been slacking on the project, I'll need to look at the housing I have.

jbenson4 · 12-16-2015, 05:52 AM

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Originally Posted by nm

No problem. I made the following graphic to make it clear for anyone else who wants to do this:

If you haven't installed it yet, would you be able to measure the dimensions inside the cover so we can try and find multiple camera options that can fit? Thanks

nm · 12-22-2015, 11:59 PM

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If you haven't installed it yet, would you be able to measure the dimensions inside the cover so we can try and find multiple camera options that can fit? Thanks

The "pocket" inside the cover is approximately 6×6×6 cm³.

jbenson4 · 01-04-2016, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by nm

The "pocket" inside the cover is approximately 6×6×6 cm³.

Ok, thank you for that!

M1CHA3L · 01-09-2016, 01:48 PM

Will this dashcam 'XIAOMI CAR DVR' fit in the housing?

its an interesting new dashcam

http://www.gearbest.com/car-dvr/pp_268947.html

mawzi · 06-01-2018, 04:07 PM

Where are you guys getting the Interior Mirror Trim Cover from?

My car is later than 2009, and for some reason the cover is 3 times the price of the earlier versions at $26.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/51169219140/

shooperis · 08-26-2021, 05:03 AM

This is awesome!

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nm ///M 40 Rep 240 Posts Drives: E36, E90, F10, F30 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (24)	Finally figured out the problem after hours of research. Part number 51167161083 is only for cars built up to 10/2009. For my 08/2011 build, I actually need part number 51169219140 which is very similar but has longer/different hooks so that it will work with my mirror.
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M1CHA3L New Member 2 Rep 19 Posts Drives: BMW 325 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: be iTrader: (0)	Will this dashcam 'XIAOMI CAR DVR' fit in the housing? its an interesting new dashcam http://www.gearbest.com/car-dvr/pp_268947.html
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mawzi Private First Class 20 Rep 183 Posts Drives: 2012 335is MT Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Where are you guys getting the Interior Mirror Trim Cover from? My car is later than 2009, and for some reason the cover is 3 times the price of the earlier versions at $26. https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/51169219140/ Last edited by mawzi; 06-02-2018 at 02:17 AM..
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shooperis Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: BMW F30 Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	This is awesome!
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