Dude I have my HUD maxed on brightness at all times lol. Anyways I would probably put a power switch for the backlight next to the existing HUD knob or in my ashtray (next to the switch I have that turns my radar/laser detector on and off). I'd prefer to keep my factory HUD the way it is, which is why I'm not going to modify it.
In response to the turbo thing, I'm still on the fence as to whether I want the Z3 turbo kit or a custom interface for my car. I'd really like a turbo, but I'd also really like something that nobody else has. So I guess it's time for input on that subject? What do you all think, turbo (possibly IC) or carputer/HUD.
Budget: $3k - $4k. GO!