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88535is · 06-28-2009, 09:05 PM

Hello everyone. I'm new here. I'm thinking of replacing the rocker panels on my 88 535is and could use any info on best supplier of parts and also any help from someone who has tackled this project.

Thanks
Terry

**ScottHalliday** · 06-30-2009, 08:35 PM

Hi Terry,

You might find this rocker panel retrofit article some help. To track down the BMW part number and estimated price go to RealOEM. As for sourcing, you could start by taking a look at B&I Trim Product replacement rocker panels.

Hope this is a help and be sure to keep us posted on what you decide.

Cheers,

Scott

88535is · 07-01-2009, 08:54 AM

Thanks Scott
I'll check RealOEM for cost. After looking at the article you linked to me I see they are not called rocker panels. I'll do some more searching. I'd like to hear from someone who has done this job already to know what I'm up against. I'll let you know what I decide to do.
Terry

Poon · 07-02-2009, 02:22 AM

Why do you want to replace your rocker panels?

Are they rusted, or do you just want to ad a side skirt for a new look?

In all honesty, if it's rusted it's not worth fixing. It would be far cheaper to find a rust free example to start fresh from than try and fix something that is deteriorating. Also, if the rocker panel is rusted , you can be sure there is bad rust elsewhere as well.

-Andrew Poon

88535is · 07-03-2009, 06:47 AM

Hi Andrew
The rockers are rusted at the front jacking points. The drivers floor also has a softball sized hole in that area as well. I've changed the rear trunk panel and trunk supports a few years ago so the rest of the body is good at this point in time. I know rust never sleeps and thats what is making me hesitate to start this project.

Terry

smithwison4 · 09-04-2009, 03:53 PM

I think you should go to the dealer shop and clarify your doubts.

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88535is newbie Name: Terry Joined: Jun 2009 From: Morristown Posts: 9 iTrader: 0 Thanks: 0 0 Times in 0 Posts	1988 535 rocker replacement panels Hello everyone. I'm new here. I'm thinking of replacing the rocker panels on my 88 535is and could use any info on best supplier of parts and also any help from someone who has tackled this project. Thanks Terry Last edited by ScottHalliday; 06-29-2009 at 11:18 PM.. Reason: to help terry with post placement

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Poon Senior Member Name: Andrew Joined: Mar 2007 From: Surrey Posts: 387 iTrader: 1 Thanks: 1 6 Times in 6 Posts Poon's pictures '72 BMW 2002 '80 BMW 320is '76 BMW 2002	Why do you want to replace your rocker panels? Are they rusted, or do you just want to ad a side skirt for a new look? In all honesty, if it's rusted it's not worth fixing. It would be far cheaper to find a rust free example to start fresh from than try and fix something that is deteriorating. Also, if the rocker panel is rusted , you can be sure there is bad rust elsewhere as well. -Andrew Poon __________________ www.germanautosports.com '72 2002 Chamonix (Rust Bucket) '76 2002 Mintgrun (Summer DD) '80 320is Imola (Year 'round DD)

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smithwison4 Member Name: smith Joined: Sep 2009 From: Folsom Posts: 50 iTrader: 0 Thanks: 0 1 Time in 1 Post	I think you should go to the dealer shop and clarify your doubts. __________________ BMW M1 1978 BMW Parts Wheels

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ScottHalliday Administrator Name: Scott Joined: Jul 2008 From: St. John's Posts: 182 iTrader: 0 Thanks: 35 4 Times in 4 Posts ScottHalliday's pictures	Hi Terry, You might find this rocker panel retrofit article some help. To track down the BMW part number and estimated price go to RealOEM. As for sourcing, you could start by taking a look at B&I Trim Product replacement rocker panels. Hope this is a help and be sure to keep us posted on what you decide. Cheers, Scott

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88535is newbie Name: Terry Joined: Jun 2009 From: Morristown Posts: 9 iTrader: 0 Thanks: 0 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks Scott I'll check RealOEM for cost. After looking at the article you linked to me I see they are not called rocker panels. I'll do some more searching. I'd like to hear from someone who has done this job already to know what I'm up against. I'll let you know what I decide to do. Terry

07-03-2009, 06:47 AM	#5 (permalink)
88535is newbie Name: Terry Joined: Jun 2009 From: Morristown Posts: 9 iTrader: 0 Thanks: 0 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hi Andrew The rockers are rusted at the front jacking points. The drivers floor also has a softball sized hole in that area as well. I've changed the rear trunk panel and trunk supports a few years ago so the rest of the body is good at this point in time. I know rust never sleeps and thats what is making me hesitate to start this project. Terry

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