Budget friendly / Cheap CIC retrofit!!!

ccraig13 · 10-28-2019, 12:30 PM

UPDATE

Looks like my Indy BMW shop (who said it was my amp) and the Dealership (Who said it was my CCC) were wrong. I got the "MOST fiber optic optical loop bypass Female adapter" off Amazon and used it take the SAT DLP module out of the connection loop and now things are fine. So the $10 fixed worked this time.

I did have to modify the adapter because although it fits the TCU perfectly, it does not fit the AMP or SAT DLP. So I not so gracefully used some pliers to rip the plastic apart in small chunks

You'll see in my images what the final result looks like. Once I was satisfied, I super glued it and then wrapped it in duct tape (not shown).

Adapter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FREU5F8

FaxData · 10-28-2019, 02:46 PM

Yeah, that’s common... usually water damage. Make sure to inspect for and clean out all the drainage channels or you risk losing your other trunk modules and/or your battery.

ccraig13 · 10-30-2019, 02:56 PM

One more thing. I was going to buy a CIC Retrofit from a guy on eBay, but he walked me through diagnosing my system instead. I offered to pay him for his time, but he asked if I'd just share his kit instead.

So here's the kit I was going to buy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/264501019873 (No pics, but said he would text them. That's the only sketchy part ha!). He's been very responsive. Usually replies within minutes.

He'll even install it for you if you want to drive to NY.

Nickco43 · 10-30-2019, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ccraig13

One more thing. I was going to buy a CIC Retrofit from a guy on eBay, but he walked me through diagnosing my system instead. I offered to pay him for his time, but he asked if I'd just share his kit instead.

So here's the kit I was going to buy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/264501019873 (No pics, but said he would text them. That's the only sketchy part ha!). He's been very responsive. Usually replies within minutes.

He'll even install it for you if you want to drive to NY.

I am friends with him. He is a good dude. I am not sure if he is making kits anymore as he got bogged down with work.

mizta insane · 10-30-2019, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ccraig13

One more thing. I was going to buy a CIC Retrofit from a guy on eBay, but he walked me through diagnosing my system instead. I offered to pay him for his time, but he asked if I'd just share his kit instead.

So here's the kit I was going to buy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/264501019873 (No pics, but said he would text them. That's the only sketchy part ha!). He's been very responsive. Usually replies within minutes.

He'll even install it for you if you want to drive to NY.

Hey man thanks glad you got it sorted!

roadkillrob · 11-06-2019, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mizta insane

Hey man thanks glad you got it sorted!

I bought a kit from mizta insane and it was top notch. He built and shipped within a day, kit was great everything included, pre-coded 2020 maps all worked perfectly. I also have an older kit from another vendor in my E93 with an emulator and he coded that setup remotely to my vin so I could toss the emulator.

He has a few kits left get one while you can as the standard vendors are a lot more money.

Thanks for the setup, very happy!!

Kevink15 · 11-07-2019, 07:51 AM

Dumb question. When you buy these kits where they ask for your VIN to pre-code, does that essentially mean it is now plug and play and no further coding is required? Also do they update the CIC unit to the latest? I'm looking into CIC retrofit and combox.

nicky dj · 11-07-2019, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevink15

Dumb question. When you buy these kits where they ask for your VIN to pre-code, does that essentially mean it is now plug and play and no further coding is required? Also do they update the CIC unit to the latest? I'm looking into CIC retrofit and combox.

They come pre-coded if I recall. When I did mine, the seller in this case did a remote session to my laptop to adjust any further issues and coding needed.

roadkillrob · 11-07-2019, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevink15

Dumb question. When you buy these kits where they ask for your VIN to pre-code, does that essentially mean it is now plug and play and no further coding is required? Also do they update the CIC unit to the latest? I'm looking into CIC retrofit and combox.

Yep, at least the kit I got, updated to latest firmware C1A, precoded to VIN with all FSC codes generated and installed and latest 2020 maps loaded. Comes with everything you need, just plug it in all works and he remotely connected to fix some coding for me being an early 2006 had to make a few changes for what shows up in for maint items in CIC as some of the older items CIC doesn't display so shows a blank line.

mizta insane · 11-13-2019, 11:27 AM

Hey Rob, you're welcome. Any issue you got my number.

Kevink15 Let me know if you still looking to go to CIC.

I got a kit ready to ship. just need VIN and shipping address lol.

Kit will include all parts needed.

iankee13 · 11-18-2019, 04:30 PM

I’m interested to get the CIC retrofit. Nick I sent you an email but I hope you get better soon!

Mizta do you still have any available?

Thank you!

benspeed83 · 11-26-2019, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mizta insane

Hey Rob, you're welcome. Any issue you got my number.

Kevink15 Let me know if you still looking to go to CIC.

I got a kit ready to ship. just need VIN and shipping address lol.

Kit will include all parts needed.

I am interested in your kit if still available.

shgpt · 11-28-2019, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

I have 2/3s of a kit in my basement. If anyone wants one last kit I will make one more.

pm'd you - would love to buy!

748adam · 12-03-2019, 10:50 AM

Hey guys,
I have just bought a pre-coded CIC and combox set up. I have installed my CIC and got it working well I believe. I have run the wires for the Combox microphone etc but where do I plug the optic cables in?
I had no TCU/ULF and no bluetooth prep,
I did have CCC business nav and a aux input (no usb) in the arm rest.
any help greatfully received

nicky dj · 12-03-2019, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 748adam

Hey guys,
I have just bought a pre-coded CIC and combox set up. I have installed my CIC and got it working well I believe. I have run the wires for the Combox microphone etc but where do I plug the optic cables in?
I had no TCU/ULF and no bluetooth prep,
I did have CCC business nav and a aux input (no usb) in the arm rest.
any help greatfully received

If I vaguely remember you have to loop the fiber optic cable by purchasing some harness.

Johan_Gamino · 07-05-2020, 04:16 AM

hey, by any chance are you making these kits still? Nickco43

pavel_ionut · 07-05-2020, 07:33 AM

Hello,

I purchased the display cable from Amazon, is OEM, very pleased with it.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adapter-Con...3948786&sr=8-4

Nickco43 · 07-08-2020, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Johan_Gamino

hey, by any chance are you making these kits still? Nickco43

For now I still make kits.

B1MMM3R · 07-09-2020, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Johan_Gamino

hey, by any chance are you making these kits still? Nickco43

Good dude and makes awesome kits. Great customer service, highly recommend buying from him. The upgrade is wellll welll welll worth it from ccc to cic also.

thomth · 07-23-2020, 03:57 PM

when I upgrade my ccc to cic, is my service history transferred to the new unit?

keastburn · 07-25-2020, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

For now I still make kits.

I believe I am going to need a kit to unmuck my constant rebooting issue. Are you still making them? I appreciate your time, Nick.

Kimberly

mtandre21 · 08-01-2020, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

For now I still make kits.

I am in the process of retrofitting cic and logic 7 to a non nav car. Do i just take the whole harness from one car to the other? Are the aftermarket navigations any better?

10-28-2019, 12:30 PM	#23
ccraig13 Lieutenant 54 Rep 485 Posts Drives: '07 E92 328xi 6MT Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	UPDATE Looks like my Indy BMW shop (who said it was my amp) and the Dealership (Who said it was my CCC) were wrong. I got the "MOST fiber optic optical loop bypass Female adapter" off Amazon and used it take the SAT DLP module out of the connection loop and now things are fine. So the $10 fixed worked this time. I did have to modify the adapter because although it fits the TCU perfectly, it does not fit the AMP or SAT DLP. So I not so gracefully used some pliers to rip the plastic apart in small chunks You'll see in my images what the final result looks like. Once I was satisfied, I super glued it and then wrapped it in duct tape (not shown). Adapter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FREU5F8 Attached Images __________________ 2007 328xi E92 6MT Jet Black/Coral Red \| Tracks: NJMP
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FaxData Private First Class 100 Rep 121 Posts Drives: 2017 330e (F30) Join Date: May 2017 Location: Southern California iTrader: (0)	Yeah, that’s common... usually water damage. Make sure to inspect for and clean out all the drainage channels or you risk losing your other trunk modules and/or your battery.
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10-30-2019, 02:56 PM	#25
ccraig13 Lieutenant 54 Rep 485 Posts Drives: '07 E92 328xi 6MT Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	One more thing. I was going to buy a CIC Retrofit from a guy on eBay, but he walked me through diagnosing my system instead. I offered to pay him for his time, but he asked if I'd just share his kit instead. So here's the kit I was going to buy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/264501019873 (No pics, but said he would text them. That's the only sketchy part ha!). He's been very responsive. Usually replies within minutes. He'll even install it for you if you want to drive to NY. __________________ 2007 328xi E92 6MT Jet Black/Coral Red \| Tracks: NJMP
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11-07-2019, 07:51 AM	#29
Kevink15 New Member 5 Rep 21 Posts Drives: BMW 330XI Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Dumb question. When you buy these kits where they ask for your VIN to pre-code, does that essentially mean it is now plug and play and no further coding is required? Also do they update the CIC unit to the latest? I'm looking into CIC retrofit and combox.
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11-13-2019, 11:27 AM	#32
mizta insane Private First Class 34 Rep 124 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: NY iTrader: (1)	Hey Rob, you're welcome. Any issue you got my number. Kevink15 Let me know if you still looking to go to CIC. I got a kit ready to ship. just need VIN and shipping address lol. Kit will include all parts needed.
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11-18-2019, 04:30 PM	#33
iankee13 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: Bmw e93/e46/e36 m3, e30 325es Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Tucson, AZ iTrader: (0)	I’m interested to get the CIC retrofit. Nick I sent you an email but I hope you get better soon! Mizta do you still have any available? Thank you!
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12-03-2019, 10:50 AM	#36
748adam First Lieutenant 45 Rep 269 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: York, England iTrader: (1)	Hey guys, I have just bought a pre-coded CIC and combox set up. I have installed my CIC and got it working well I believe. I have run the wires for the Combox microphone etc but where do I plug the optic cables in? I had no TCU/ULF and no bluetooth prep, I did have CCC business nav and a aux input (no usb) in the arm rest. any help greatfully received __________________ 2007 E92 335i, JB4 + custom back end flash, DCI, Downpipes, FMIC, Silicone inlets, Pure Stage 2 High Flow Turbos, Spec Stage 3+ Clutch and Single Mass Flywheel,
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07-05-2020, 04:16 AM	#38
Johan_Gamino Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2008 bmw m3 Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: california iTrader: (0)	hey, by any chance are you making these kits still? Nickco43
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07-05-2020, 07:33 AM	#39
pavel_ionut New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: BMW E92 Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Romania iTrader: (0)	Hello, I purchased the display cable from Amazon, is OEM, very pleased with it. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Adapter-Con...3948786&sr=8-4
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07-23-2020, 03:57 PM	#42
thomth New Member 2 Rep 17 Posts Drives: BMW E92 325i Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: The Netherlands iTrader: (0)	when I upgrade my ccc to cic, is my service history transferred to the new unit?
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