Auto Boot Lift Mod - Page 13

Steve916 · 7th June 2012, 12:39

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Originally Posted by tony_fry

I hope to be getting another 75 in a few weeks, I will PM you, as would be great with the remote boot opening from the fob.

No probs Tony

Quote:

Originally Posted by neilbaker86

Hope it's not too late to put me down for option 1?

Not too late

Name added

tony_fry · 16th June 2012, 12:21

Hi Steve
I can now confirm that I would like to take you up on option 2, I collect my new car next Friday. Once I have the sturts I will send the originals back next day delivery by UPS.
Thanks
Tony

Steve916 · 16th June 2012, 12:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by tony_fry

Hi Steve
I can now confirm that I would like to take you up on option 2, I collect my new car next Friday. Once I have the sturts I will send the originals back next day delivery by UPS.
Thanks
Tony

Good news Tony. Back to the clan

I'll put you on the list

keeftheduck · 16th June 2012, 13:09

Went for the heat shrink option...fitted...working. Seemed to raise boot profile a bit so adjusted 13mm bolts. Washers close but not catching.

BTW mine comes with both push button option in the car and a key option in the boot lid...after watching very carefully using the in car button, I tried it with the key (well someone has to) and I have to say if you're expecting it, it's not too alarming and there is a slight delay...just leave the key in the boot lock till you're ready to close it again...or at least until you've had a practice!

dissy1810 · 3rd July 2012, 21:30

Well mine still don't work so if anyone at the metrocenter meet who hasn't got a boot spoiler wants mine give me a shout and I'll swap you

Steve916 · 3rd July 2012, 21:34

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Originally Posted by dissy1810

Well mine still don't work so if anyone at the metrocenter meet who hasn't got a boot spoiler wants mine give me a shout and I'll swap you

Can you pm me a photo of yours Steve, and I'll see if I can spot anything wrong

dissy1810 · 3rd July 2012, 22:33

Photos on post 227 steve I made the washers myself from aluminium I made them using some spare hinges so I could make sure everything cleared the bottom washers have a taper to prevent them fouling the clip and the top ones are secured with a 3mm grub screw so they can be moved for getting the ideal tension I'm sorry to say but the springs are not strong enough to open my boot

tomijon · 3rd July 2012, 22:57

Please add me to the list , option 2. Thank`s.
Tom. (tomijon)

stevesav · 4th July 2012, 06:28

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Originally Posted by dissy1810

Photos on post 227 steve I made the washers myself from aluminium I made them using some spare hinges so I could make sure everything cleared the bottom washers have a taper to prevent them fouling the clip and the top ones are secured with a 3mm grub screw so they can be moved for getting the ideal tension I'm sorry to say but the springs are not strong enough to open my boot

You must have a very heavy boot then, all the other posts are saying that they are very pleased with the springs & that they work great, I have had mine fitted for about 5 weeks now and never failed to open

MrDoodles · 4th July 2012, 06:41

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Originally Posted by stevesav

You must have a very heavy boot then, all the other posts are saying that they are very pleased with the springs & that they work great, I have had mine fitted for about 5 weeks now and never failed to open

Or partially seized hinges!

Have you lubed the pivot points, as it's very strange that your's appears to be the only boot they won't open!

16th June 2012, 12:21	#2
tony_fry I really should get out more....... BMW I3 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South East London Posts: 2,224 Thanks: 31 Thanked 77 Times in 61 Posts	Hi Steve I can now confirm that I would like to take you up on option 2, I collect my new car next Friday. Once I have the sturts I will send the originals back next day delivery by UPS. Thanks Tony __________________ Regards Tony Membership No 135

16th June 2012, 13:09	#4
keeftheduck Loves to post Rover 75 SE Saloon 1.8 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Mirfield Posts: 264 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Went for the heat shrink option...fitted...working. Seemed to raise boot profile a bit so adjusted 13mm bolts. Washers close but not catching. BTW mine comes with both push button option in the car and a key option in the boot lid...after watching very carefully using the in car button, I tried it with the key (well someone has to) and I have to say if you're expecting it, it's not too alarming and there is a slight delay...just leave the key in the boot lock till you're ready to close it again...or at least until you've had a practice! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] I'm going to keep the red one...

3rd July 2012, 21:30	#5
dissy1810 Posted a thing or two mgzt 160 1.8 lpg Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: newcastle upon tyne Posts: 1,973 Thanks: 5 Thanked 72 Times in 64 Posts	Well mine still don't work so if anyone at the metrocenter meet who hasn't got a boot spoiler wants mine give me a shout and I'll swap you __________________ http://i1030.photobucket.com/albums/...0/Photo389.jpg

3rd July 2012, 22:33	#7
dissy1810 Posted a thing or two mgzt 160 1.8 lpg Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: newcastle upon tyne Posts: 1,973 Thanks: 5 Thanked 72 Times in 64 Posts	Photos on post 227 steve I made the washers myself from aluminium I made them using some spare hinges so I could make sure everything cleared the bottom washers have a taper to prevent them fouling the clip and the top ones are secured with a 3mm grub screw so they can be moved for getting the ideal tension I'm sorry to say but the springs are not strong enough to open my boot __________________ http://i1030.photobucket.com/albums/...0/Photo389.jpg

3rd July 2012, 22:57	#8
tomijon Loves to post R75 2.5 V6 Conteparary + MGTF 135 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Liverpool Posts: 328 Thanks: 42 Thanked 12 Times in 10 Posts	Please add me to the list , option 2. Thank`s. Tom. (tomijon)