body and interior Door Card Replacement

[Mike_R]

I have to say, as a long time forum member, the search function has been my least favorite tool.  And the new forum makes it harder!   Anyway I have some Aardvark door cards & I would like to find a good instructional post for updating & replacing door cards, including exterior door handles, & the other common issues in the door mechanics & latch area.  I have upgraded the door brakes, but I think there is a lose item in the door based on a rattle I hear upon closing the door & I understand a common issue is in the linkage for the door latch/lock.  Bummer the PO cut the door vinyl to install speakers, so I will just have to cut the door cards to match.

 

Thanks in advance

[M3M3M3]

search is incredibly simple with new forum.  type what you want in search box, select forum, hit enter.....

[BLUNT]

That rattling is likely the lock rods. Cheap easy fix. You need 6 of the isolator grommets  they are about 50 cents a piece  ask for  52208238999

Also replace the vapor barrier with either Ocella cloth or your favorite plastic and the doors will sound nice

[Dev02]

That rattling is likely the lock rods. Cheap easy fix. You need 6 of the isolator grommets  they are about 50 cents a piece  ask for  52208238999

Also replace the vapor barrier with either Ocella cloth or your favorite plastic and the doors will sound nice

I'm doing my doors soon, where do I find Ocella cloth?

[John_in_VA]

I'm doing my doors soon, where do I find Ocella cloth?

Acella cloth might still be available from BMW, Maximillian Importing, BluntTech. I've used thin clear plastic garbage bags, drop cloth, or shower curtain with no problem.

Part Number 51951924961

Part Name 8-TRIM FOIL

MSRP $36.17

http://realoem.com/bmw/partxref.do?part=51951924961

[Dev02]

Acella cloth might still be available from BMW, Maximillian Importing, BluntTech. I've used thin clear plastic garbage bags, drop cloth, or shower curtain with no problem.

Part Number 51951924961

Part Name 8-TRIM FOIL

MSRP $36.17

http://realoem.com/bmw/partxref.do?part=51951924961

Thanks John!

[Mike Self]

Best replacement for acella cloth (which is actually plastic) is Visqueen--or any heavy polyethelene sheet.  Most lumber yards have it--usually by the foot.

 

mike

[1972-2002]

do you just duct tape the plastic on or what?

[John_in_VA]

do you just duct tape the plastic on or what?

A spray adhesive would be a better solution.

Edited September 24, 2013 by John_in_VA

[GoFaSSter]

My doors have Tyvek siding wrap. Works great!

[golf73]

is there a type of caulking one could use if the plastic sheeting method is used? rather not get spray adhesive all over the place.

[John_in_VA]

is there a type of caulking one could use if the plastic sheeting method is used? rather not get spray adhesive all over the place.

I've not had problems getting the spray adhesive where it's needed, but BMW has been using a butyl caulk rope for at least the past 15 years.  Talk to all the owners of E39s & E46s that have soaked carpets & mold from the detachment of the inner panels from this caulk.  Heat it up a bit before you press the plastic onto it.

 

Edited September 25, 2013 by John_in_VA

[golf73]

i don't know any E39 or E46 BMW owners, but thanks for the advice.

[ma.jomaa]

That rattling is likely the lock rods. Cheap easy fix. You need 6 of the isolator grommets  they are about 50 cents a piece  ask for  52208238999

Also replace the vapor barrier with either Ocella cloth or your favorite plastic and the doors will sound nice

Blunt, do you have these available?  

[Brandon@BluntTech]

We have them on the shelf. Shot us an email Sales@BluntTech.Com