[BMW_F25_X3]

Hey guys, anyone in the area preferably in Jersey know how to customize the Gauge cluster to resemble the M3 cluster? i have the red needles and im going to get the M3 style gauge rings also. Need someone with experience and guarantees their work is top notch. Not just anyone trying to make a quick buck. Thanks.

[Route 16]

Ever seen one instead of temp reading, it's gas consumption for non-sport? Not for fuel tank, it's the same on the left as the picture.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by Route 16

Ever seen one instead of temp reading, it's gas consumption for non-sport? Not for fuel tank, it's the same on the left as the picture.

Not really catching what you're trying to say

[Route 16]

I'll take a picture in a bit.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by Route 16

I'll take a picture in a bit.

you mean instead of the temp reading its telling you the miles per gallon reading? like the old E46 gauges?

[Route 16]

Originally Posted by E92Alpine328i

you mean instead of the temp reading its telling you the miles per gallon reading? like the old E46 gauges?

Yeah it keeps moving based on you touching the gas pedal.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by Route 16

Yeah it keeps moving based on you touching the gas pedal.

thats pretty cool but i like making sure my oil temp is normal.

[Route 16]

Originally Posted by E92Alpine328i

thats pretty cool but i like making sure my oil temp is normal.

Yeah it's just for us non-sport we don't have temp reading.

[Gugs]

Originally Posted by Route 16

Yeah it's just for us non-sport we don't have temp reading.

We dont need that. It be viewed via the center lcd.

[BMW_F25_X3]

ok anyone know how to customize the cluster? let me know.

[1slowbmw]

I did it on mine and one other one but its a decent amount of delicate work. What i would charge to make it worth it for me is not worth it for te buyer. Ill guide you as mich as i can if youd like

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by 1slowbmw

I did it on mine and one other one but its a decent amount of delicate work. What i would charge to make it worth it for me is not worth it for te buyer. Ill guide you as mich as i can if youd like

i know what to get and all its just im afraid of soldering it wrong.

[Tim M]

There's. very nice dyi on this forum, for this exact project. That, or you could always hit up LTMW. They take on any project, it seems.

[onebadmofo]

If you find an actual M3 cluster I can program it for your car. None of the half-assed swapping around M3 needles, LED's and rings. An actual 100%-functional M3 cluster with working moving redline and 200mph speedometer. Here it is on my car.

It's something I recently started doing but already done about 6 cars with 100% success. And I'm local too

[TommyLights]

There a guy in LI who does this, forum member named Yakev. He did mine perfectly....hit him up.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by onebadmofo

If you find an actual M3 cluster I can program it for your car. None of the half-assed swapping around M3 needles, LED's and rings. An actual 100%-functional M3 cluster with working moving redline and 200mph speedometer. Here it is on my car.

It's something I recently started doing but already done about 6 cars with 100% success. And I'm local too

that is awesome! if i can find one i will definitely let you know. i rather not mess with the things inside and risk burning something out. does it function for both automatic and manual? mine is automatic and also the MPH gauge stays the same even though it says 200MPH? does it still read the real speed im going?

[onebadmofo]

Originally Posted by E92Alpine328i

that is awesome! if i can find one i will definitely let you know. i rather not mess with the things inside and risk burning something out. does it function for both automatic and manual? mine is automatic and also the MPH gauge stays the same even though it says 200MPH? does it still read the real speed im going?

Yes, both manual and auto. DCT M3 cluster has "shift lights" that are impossible to implement without an actual DCT tranny, that's the only thing that doesn't work.
Speedometer works correctly, it "slows down" after 80 mph and is showing correct speed.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by onebadmofo

Yes, both manual and auto. DCT M3 cluster has "shift lights" that are impossible to implement without an actual DCT tranny, that's the only thing that doesn't work.
Speedometer works correctly, it "slows down" after 80 mph and is showing correct speed.

ill find a cluster somewhere and contact you when im ready. i rather do it the right way rather than the wrong way. plus its nice to see 200MPH on the cluster next is a complete navigation dash swap with the CIC navi kit. gona cost $$ but i want it done correctly not incorrectly.

[Ducati848R]

You want to sell your red needles?

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by Ducati848R

You want to sell your red needles?

if you pay shipping costs, might be easier to just buy them from Bimmian.com

[danniexi]

Originally Posted by E92Alpine328i

that's my picture of my speedometer.

i recently switched to an OEM M3 cluster coded by onebadmofo as well.

my suggestion? go with the M3 speedo and have it coded. It's much more convenient without risking damage to the stock speedometer (which happened to mine and the reason why i went with a new M3 cluster). Plus the moving yellow/red line is a neat feature (as the car warms up).

I HIGHLY recommend going to onebadmofo for all coding needs. And definitely get the M3 cluster. As a person who has done both, the coding method is a much better and easier process.

[BMW_F25_X3]

Originally Posted by danniexi

that's my picture of my speedometer.

i recently switched to an OEM M3 cluster coded by onebadmofo as well.

my suggestion? go with the M3 speedo and have it coded. It's much more convenient without risking damage to the stock speedometer (which happened to mine and the reason why i went with a new M3 cluster). Plus the moving yellow/red line is a neat feature (as the car warms up).

I HIGHLY recommend going to onebadmofo for all coding needs. And definitely get the M3 cluster. As a person who has done both, the coding method is a much better and easier process.

Yeah thats what im going to do. thanks.