First aid box Install ??

Mike 1 · 10-11-2015, 06:48 AM

Want to put First aid boxes under both seats for added storage. I have a 2006 Z4 mr, my seats are electric and want to know how hard the install is and if there are any problems doing this. Also will it give me that much more storage?? Seems like ECS is the cheapest I can find. Any input would be greatly appreciated Thanks, Mike...

Asianoak · 10-11-2015, 11:42 AM

Haven't seen a diy here (haven't looked myself) but I do remember seeing one over on E46fanatics that was really detailed. Should be fairly similar with only minor differences.

Spaceman Spiff · 10-11-2015, 12:28 PM

It's a pretty simple DIY: http://www.billswebspace.com/bmwmc.htm

It's really small though. If you're looking for extra storage get a leatherz armrest.

pungo · 10-11-2015, 12:38 PM

It's very easy. (2) screws install the bracket in the holes in the seat frame going straight up. I lined the inside of mine with felt since they are very hollow sounding plastic with stuff in them. They are very small. I paid $33 for a pair of them from getbmwparts, but that was a very long time ago.

XMetal · 10-11-2015, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by pungo

It's very easy. (2) screws install the bracket in the holes in the seat frame going straight up. I lined the inside of mine with felt since they are very hollow sounding plastic with stuff in them. They are very small. I paid $33 for a pair of them from getbmwparts, but that was a very long time ago.

Do you have any issues with the box slotting and locking into the bracket? My box can't be locked into place for some reasons and it slides back out during hard braking on occasions.

pungo · 10-11-2015, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by XMetal

Do you have any issues with the box slotting and locking into the bracket? My box can't be locked into place for some reasons and it slides back out during hard braking on occasions.

Miine slide into the bracket and lock in place perfectly. Maybe the attaching screws were over tightened and distorted the mounting bracket. Remove the bracket from the seat and see if the box locks into place while not installed in the car.

XMetal · 10-12-2015, 10:06 AM

Good idea...thanks for the suggestion

jmillet · 10-12-2015, 05:13 PM

Everything you need to know about doing the first aid box install:
http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...=first+aid+box

Mike 1 · 10-12-2015, 06:28 PM

Thanks for the reply guys, going to buy two , need a FIX anyway. Mike..

pungo · 10-12-2015, 06:46 PM

Felt lined box.

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Twixboy · 10-14-2015, 01:18 PM

I installed 2 of these with power/heated seats a couple months ago with no problems. I don't really use them much at the moment though. I keep a bottled water in each one in case I get thirsty

Pungo makes a good suggestion. I also made sure it locked into place prior to installation. It also gives you an idea of which way the bracket gets installed so you don't install it backwards or upside down. Don't laugh - when your head is upside down trying to screw upwards instead of downwards it's easy to lose your bearings.

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Spaceman Spiff Captain 86 Rep 847 Posts Drives: R8, 996 C2, Z4MR (sold) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SF Bay iTrader: (1)	It's a pretty simple DIY: http://www.billswebspace.com/bmwmc.htm It's really small though. If you're looking for extra storage get a leatherz armrest.
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Twixboy Captain 124 Rep 904 Posts Drives: '04 Z4 3.0i 6spd Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: MA iTrader: (2)	I installed 2 of these with power/heated seats a couple months ago with no problems. I don't really use them much at the moment though. I keep a bottled water in each one in case I get thirsty Pungo makes a good suggestion. I also made sure it locked into place prior to installation. It also gives you an idea of which way the bracket gets installed so you don't install it backwards or upside down. Don't laugh - when your head is upside down trying to screw upwards instead of downwards it's easy to lose your bearings.
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