Can I re-site the indicator stalk?

[mellicott]

Hi all,

I'm about to get a 3 series (2003 330Ci) and want to know if anyone has any ideas on the problems that will be faced by trying to put the indicator stalk where the clutch pedal would go (oh yeah, its an auto!)?

Due to no left arm I have to sort out a way of operating the indicators, and this usually means a crappy thumb switch on the steering wheel. Many years ago I used to just cut down a Cortina indicator stalk, bolt it to the floor and re-route the cabling thereby disconnecting the original stalk. But these modern cars seem to be a bit more complex lol

Anyone got an ideas? Anyone know any whizzy auto electricians in the South West (UK) that might like a challenge?

Any comments/help appreciated.

[ALittleEXcited]

I can't imagine how difficult it would be to operate the indicator with your left foot!?

Sounds like an interesting project though, let us know how you get on.

[mellicott]

Its surprisingly easy to be honest, once you're used to it. When I had it on my last car and new people got in to drive it they would make a right mess of it, but you soon learn the pressure needed to move it just the right amount.

I will be having a chat with a BMW mechanic once I have the car, and hope there is something that can be done as it was the best solution I have used in the past.

[rfn]

What about a Caterham style flick-switch?

[rassi]

Real BMW drivers don't use the indicators anyway!

[SkinnyBoy]

rassi said:

Real BMW drivers don't use the indicators anyway!

/thread

[HellDiver]

rassi said:

Real BMW drivers don't use the indicators anyway!

Do BMWs even have indicators?

[MarkwG]

Mine has one for the right side - I use it to move people out of the BMW lane on the m-ways...