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Hi Everyone has anyone had a problem with the lugs on the side panels breaking off and
how did you rectify the problem.
Would appreciate any help in this matter.
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Re: panels

Post by David. »

A "Search" came up with this thread, viewtopic.php?t=3519

Here's another solution not mentioned in the above thread, viewtopic.php?p=61562&hilit=panels#p61562
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Re: panels

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Hi David, Many thanks for your reply, will have a go at the repair now.
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Re: panels

Post by Excellence »

I'm finding that using a long handled screwdriver to ease the Velcro pads apart as the panel is moved gently out and up disengages them well enough. I have to admit though that I've reduced the area of Velcro available to engage by putting a strip of insulating tape across one side - they come apart much easier when you need to take the panel off.
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I think the velcro was a BMW upgrade/solution to the tabs breaking.

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