reputable shops in SoCal

Qasimateen · 11-28-2023, 08:28 AM

Any recommendations on a shop that specializes in f8X in the socal area?

I’m looking to get the following work down:
- swap out my coilovers with stock EDC suspension (I have the struts)
- retrofit LED headlights (I have the LED headlights)
- change driver seatbelt and buckle (minor accident that caused the seatbelt to not retract anymore, I have the new seatbelt)
- code out the airbags (recently got in a minor accident and the headliner airbag came out but just replaced)
- Bumper swap, while swapping the parking sensor, cameras, and headlight washer fluid (my current bumper is in terrible condition and I have a new bumper on me)

I’m hoping there’s a shop in the are that can at least do these types of work. Been jumping around shops, since some of them are stating they can’t do some of the work listed above.

peelerec · 11-28-2023, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Qasimateen

Any recommendations on a shop that specializes in f8X in the socal area?

I’m looking to get the following work down:
- swap out my coilovers with stock EDC suspension (I have the struts)
- retrofit LED headlights (I have the LED headlights)
- change driver seatbelt and buckle (minor accident that caused the seatbelt to not retract anymore, I have the new seatbelt)
- code out the airbags (recently got in a minor accident and the headliner airbag came out but just replaced)
- Bumper swap, while swapping the parking sensor, cameras, and headlight washer fluid (my current bumper is in terrible condition and I have a new bumper on me)

I’m hoping there’s a shop in the are that can at least do these types of work. Been jumping around shops, since some of them are stating they can’t do some of the work listed above.

European Auto Source (EAS). They are quite active on the forums. Every time I’ve gone, I see all sorts of neat builds, track builds, etc. Kevin in sales/customer service is very responsive and easy to get along with.

kfresh · 11-28-2023, 10:31 AM

+1 for EAS

N1rve · 11-28-2023, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Qasimateen

Any recommendations on a shop that specializes in f8X in the socal area?

I’m looking to get the following work down:
- swap out my coilovers with stock EDC suspension (I have the struts)
- retrofit LED headlights (I have the LED headlights)
- change driver seatbelt and buckle (minor accident that caused the seatbelt to not retract anymore, I have the new seatbelt)
- code out the airbags (recently got in a minor accident and the headliner airbag came out but just replaced)
- Bumper swap, while swapping the parking sensor, cameras, and headlight washer fluid (my current bumper is in terrible condition and I have a new bumper on me)

I’m hoping there’s a shop in the are that can at least do these types of work. Been jumping around shops, since some of them are stating they can’t do some of the work listed above.

I usually go to RTMotorworks in Arcadia CA. Richard is a nice guy and specializes in BMWs.

https://www.yelp.com/biz/rtmotorworks-arcadia-3

arfboy · 12-22-2023, 12:44 PM

I recommend Precision Designed Motorsport in Anaheim (https://precisiondesignedms.com/). They did my Icon headlight retrofit.

ck_M3 · 12-22-2023, 01:14 PM

S5X in Irvine.

Mostly depends on which you’re closer to.

EAS if you’re closer to Anaheim.

DrivenSD if you’re in SD

Jbonly21 · 12-22-2023, 07:43 PM

+2 for EAS!

Bimmer.Plug · 12-26-2023, 08:20 PM

BimmerPlug is equipped to handle these types of customizations. Please contact us for an appointment. You can call us at (949) 229-3397. We are in Irvine, CA.

Here is a video of a recent car we upgraded:

dylanwilson · 12-27-2023, 10:37 AM

The absolute best is SSR. They might not be the cheapest but their shop garage looks like a supercar collection and they 100% know what they're doing. They make one of the most popular crank hub solutions and a lot of other stuff. Located in Irvine

F83Geek · 01-07-2024, 09:04 PM

Definitely don’t go to SSR. Went there, got my crankhub, downpipes and stage 2 tune there and had a lift tick within a couple hundred miles. Avoid them.

Jbrown7403 · 01-07-2024, 09:29 PM

+3 for EAS!

appa_808 · 01-08-2024, 10:54 PM

I recommend Joseph Raskin if you’re near Costa Mesa. raskin_built on IG. He is very detail oriented and gets it done right.

papasmurf_m3 · 01-22-2024, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by super.sarz

Definitely don’t go to SSR. Went there, got my crankhub, downpipes and stage 2 tune there and had a lift tick within a couple hundred miles. Avoid them.

Did you get the tick resolved?

Craigito · 01-24-2024, 10:27 PM

Kevin @ EAS. They have done nearly all the work on both of my F82 M4’s. Highly recommended.

Qasimateen · 01-25-2024, 10:24 AM

Hey guys. Appreciate your responses.

I got almost everything done thanks to Dialed In, since they are local in Rancho Cucamonga.

The only thing I need done at this point is the headlight retrofitting. I had xenon’s but got LED but they obviously don’t work without wiring and retrofitting. Please let me know if your recommended shops can do them because most places I called, they said they couldn’t do them.

G35POPPEDMYCHERRY · 01-25-2024, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Bimmer.Plug

BimmerPlug is equipped to handle these types of customizations. Please contact us for an appointment. You can call us at (949) 229-3397. We are in Irvine, CA.

Here is a video of a recent car we upgraded:

https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1871765

louielouie · 01-25-2024, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N1rve

I usually go to RTMotorworks in Arcadia CA. Richard is a nice guy and specializes in BMWs.

https://www.yelp.com/biz/rtmotorworks-arcadia-3

Been going to Richard for years also.

hellokitty · 01-25-2024, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Qasimateen

Hey guys. Appreciate your responses.

I got almost everything done thanks to Dialed In, since they are local in Rancho Cucamonga.

The only thing I need done at this point is the headlight retrofitting. I had xenon’s but got LED but they obviously don’t work without wiring and retrofitting. Please let me know if your recommended shops can do them because most places I called, they said they couldn’t do them.

Precision Designed can handle this.

Qasimateen · 01-26-2024, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by hellokitty

Precision Designed can handle this.

Thank you.
Seems like they can do this task. If only they can get back to me

Been calling them and leaving my info on their website.

hellokitty · 01-26-2024, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Qasimateen

Thank you.
Seems like they can do this task. If only they can get back to me

Been calling them and leaving my info on their website.

Maybe try emailing them directly...

info@precisiondesignedms.com

F83Geek · 02-01-2024, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by papasmurf_m3

Did you get the tick resolved?

Yeah with them…but after spending an extra 3k. Also got brakes done with them and there’s a noise when I turn left slightly and when I hit the brakes at low speeds. Took the car back in and they just tried to bed the brakes. Also had a scratch on one of the brake calipers after pad install which they said “could have been a rock” that popped up. And after the work I think I need an alignment. The guys there are nice, but I would never recommend the work outside of cosmetic stuff.

Speaking of brake calipers, anyone have a recco for paint caliper paint work? Figure if it’s scratched might as well go a different color.

samsamdar · 02-01-2024, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by super.sarz

Yeah with them…but after spending an extra 3k. Also got brakes done with them and there’s a noise when I turn left slightly and when I hit the brakes at low speeds. Took the car back in and they just tried to bed the brakes. Also had a scratch on one of the brake calipers after pad install which they said “could have been a rock” that popped up. And after the work I think I need an alignment. The guys there are nice, but I would never recommend the work outside of cosmetic stuff.

Speaking of brake calipers, anyone have a recco for paint caliper paint work? Figure if it’s scratched might as well go a different color.

Is TAGMotorsports still doing them?

11-28-2023, 08:28 AM	#1
Qasimateen Enlisted Member 7 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Bmw 335i Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Rancho cucamonga iTrader: (0)	reputable shops in SoCal Any recommendations on a shop that specializes in f8X in the socal area? I’m looking to get the following work down: - swap out my coilovers with stock EDC suspension (I have the struts) - retrofit LED headlights (I have the LED headlights) - change driver seatbelt and buckle (minor accident that caused the seatbelt to not retract anymore, I have the new seatbelt) - code out the airbags (recently got in a minor accident and the headliner airbag came out but just replaced) - Bumper swap, while swapping the parking sensor, cameras, and headlight washer fluid (my current bumper is in terrible condition and I have a new bumper on me) I’m hoping there’s a shop in the are that can at least do these types of work. Been jumping around shops, since some of them are stating they can’t do some of the work listed above.
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arfboy Private 25 Rep 79 Posts Drives: F80 M3 Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: CA iTrader: (3)	I recommend Precision Designed Motorsport in Anaheim (https://precisiondesignedms.com/). They did my Icon headlight retrofit.
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ck_M3 Private First Class 64 Rep 121 Posts Drives: 2017 F80 M3 Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	S5X in Irvine. Mostly depends on which you’re closer to. EAS if you’re closer to Anaheim. DrivenSD if you’re in SD
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Bimmer.Plug Private 136 Rep 72 Posts Drives: BMW G82 M4 & F82 M4 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (0)	BimmerPlug is equipped to handle these types of customizations. Please contact us for an appointment. You can call us at (949) 229-3397. We are in Irvine, CA. Here is a video of a recent car we upgraded:
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dylanwilson Private First Class 78 Rep 154 Posts Drives: F82 M4 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Newport Beach, CA iTrader: (0)	The absolute best is SSR. They might not be the cheapest but their shop garage looks like a supercar collection and they 100% know what they're doing. They make one of the most popular crank hub solutions and a lot of other stuff. Located in Irvine
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F83Geek New Member 0 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2018 F83 Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	Definitely don’t go to SSR. Went there, got my crankhub, downpipes and stage 2 tune there and had a lift tick within a couple hundred miles. Avoid them.
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appa_808 Private First Class 39 Rep 149 Posts Drives: 2018 F82 M4 ZCP Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Orange County iTrader: (3) Garage List 2018 BMW M4 [10.00]	I recommend Joseph Raskin if you’re near Costa Mesa. raskin_built on IG. He is very detail oriented and gets it done right.
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Craigito Captain 128 Rep 837 Posts Drives: 16' F82 M4 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 BMW M4 [10.00]	Kevin @ EAS. They have done nearly all the work on both of my F82 M4’s. Highly recommended. __________________ *Current Ride* 2020 M4 Competition/ Alpine White / DCT/ Full Black Leather / 19in Gunmetal / Executive /LED/Ohlinds RT/SSR DP-CP-Intake/AP Essex 9668/Bootmod STG 2/ VRSF DP
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Qasimateen Enlisted Member 7 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Bmw 335i Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Rancho cucamonga iTrader: (0)	Hey guys. Appreciate your responses. I got almost everything done thanks to Dialed In, since they are local in Rancho Cucamonga. The only thing I need done at this point is the headlight retrofitting. I had xenon’s but got LED but they obviously don’t work without wiring and retrofitting. Please let me know if your recommended shops can do them because most places I called, they said they couldn’t do them.
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