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Flashing fails almost everytime

Rooted at&t galaxy iii with TWRP 2.5. I'm unable to flash most ROMs, only a handful work (Xone and Ilusion). The flash usually fails right away with the error "Assert failed: getprop(ro.bootloader)". I've tried the usual steps for this problem including updating the ZIP with taking out the "getprop" lines but it still fails. I've also tried and got the same error with TWRP 5.0. Would it be worth flashing Clockword Recovery? Would that make a difference? Would it be worth formatting my SD card? I have a feeling it could use it. Any other ideas are appreciated, thank you.

You need to update your bootloaders

mrhaley30705 said:
You need to update your bootloaders
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Thank you. Ok I already have a few weeks ago updated my baseband version to I747UCDLK3 by flashing it with my recovery. That is what you mean by bootloader right, or no? I thought it might be worth flashing the LK3 file with ODIN but I'm not able to get ODIN to recognize my phone at the moment. If, in About Phone, it says LK3 firmware, are the bootloaders ok? Or should I still try flashing it with ODIN regardless?

No, baseband is your modem. There's a bootloader/modem tar around here somewhere, or you could just flash the latest rooted stock file for your device. If you flash the rooted stock Rom, after that just install goo manager (twrp)or Rom manager (cwm) for your preferred recovery

I'm confused because all the guides' links to the bootloaders leads to the DLK3 modem but I'll search around some more.
So flashing the stock rooted ROM will update the bootloader? How does that work? Thanks for your help.
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celtic426 said:
I'm confused because all the guides' links to the bootloaders leads to the DLK3 modem but I'll search around some more.
So flashing the stock rooted ROM will update the bootloader? How does that work? Thanks for your help.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38880428&postcount=2
first section. cheers

celtic426 said:
I'm confused because all the guides' links to the bootloaders leads to the DLK3 modem but I'll search around some more.
So flashing the stock rooted ROM will update the bootloader? How does that work? Thanks for your help.
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The rooted stock Rom includes bootloaders, modem, and the Rom itself. Downside is the size. Over 800Mb to dl.

mrhaley30705 said:
The rooted stock Rom includes bootloaders, modem, and the Rom itself. Downside is the size. Over 800Mb to dl.
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Is this the correct link for the stock rooted rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1737848

No, those are bone stock. You need to look here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739426

Problem Solved. Thanks. Flashed the bootloader with ODIN. steps here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41535366&postcount=26684

[T999v 4.3] OTA Update now Available

Hello,
Just thought I would post this for you T999v users out there.
It's the 4.3 update now available on kies.
Proceed with caution like us with the T999. You'll have to deal with Knox and root issues in sure.
Not sure what the differences are between the T999 and the T999v update if any besides the corresponding files needed for that phone.
Anyways, here's the Samsung link
http://t.co/ufvOFzBX1E
Powered by the SGSIII

Nice. Come on Samsung, let's keep this rolling. My T999L still hasn't been updated to 4.3.

FYI, you can use Mobile Odin to flash only the modem and then use one of the T-mobile roms. This way you can bypass Knox.
Just load the file in mobile odin. Then tap all the partitions except for the modem and select clear to ensure they don't get flashed

nicky9door said:
FYI, you can use Mobile Odin to flash only the modem and then use one of the T-mobile roms. This way you can bypass Knox.
Just load the file in mobile odin. Then tap all the partitions except for the modem and select clear to ensure they don't get flashed
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is 4.3 modem different from 4.2.2?
i dont understand why there was no need of flashing modem when moving from a 4.2.2 custom rom to a 4.3 one?

avi30na said:
is 4.3 modem different from 4.2.2?
i dont understand why there was no need of flashing modem when moving from a 4.2.2 custom rom to a 4.3 one?
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4.3 touchwiz requires an updated modem for data to work.
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nicky9door said:
4.3 touchwiz requires an updated modem for data to work.
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if i update the modem will i be able to flash and use 4.2.2 or 4.1.2 roms again later? (since theres a discussion that your cant but im not sure its related to modem of firmware or both)

I'm having issues with the 4.3 update i want to flash the old update back on my phone is Knox going to interfere? Can someone help me out plz
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[email protected] said:
I'm having issues with the 4.3 update i want to flash the old update back on my phone is Knox going to interfere? Can someone help me out plz
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if you updated your bootloader too it seems like you cant use any of the earlier versions of TW Rom

Does anyone still got their update. Zip file? Can they upload for me, I want to modify the script to keep custom recovery.
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T999V 4.3 Rom!
For any who are interested, here is a deodexed, Knox Free 4.3 Rom built from Wind's MK5 firmware! I am fairly certain that all the Canadian carriers roms will be very closely related, and anyone can flash this if they so choose. It should work on the T999 and T999L as well, provided you have the correct modem for your model. Anyway, I hope some of you find it useful!
Warning: I currently do not have a phone and so I cannot test this. I am confident it will work as expected, but I make no guarantees. Flash at your own risk!
If you do try this Rom out, please let me know if WiFi is working or not. If not, flashing the AT&T kernel should fix this. Also, let me know if you have updated to 4.3 by flashing the OTA or official firmware.
Enjoy!
T999V_Wind_VLUEMK5_deodexed_KnoxFREE.zip
Edit: Link temporarily removed.

DocHoliday77 said:
For any who are interested, here is a deodexed, Knox Free 4.3 Rom built from Wind's MK5 firmware! I am fairly certain that all the Canadian carriers roms will be very closely related, and anyone can flash this if they so choose. It should work on the T999 and T999L as well, provided you have the correct modem for your model. Anyway, I hope some of you find it useful!
Warning: I currently do not have a phone and so I cannot test this. I am confident it will work as expected, but I make no guarantees. Flash at your own risk!
If you do try this Rom out, please let me know if WiFi is working or not. If not, flashing the AT&T kernel should fix this. Also, let me know if you have updated to 4.3 by flashing the OTA or official firmware.
Enjoy!
T999V_Wind_VLUEMK5_deodexed_KnoxFREE.zip
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sorry jumped the gun not for me

DocHoliday77 said:
For any who are interested, here is a deodexed, Knox Free 4.3 Rom built from Wind's MK5 firmware! I am fairly certain that all the Canadian carriers roms will be very closely related, and anyone can flash this if they so choose. It should work on the T999 and T999L as well, provided you have the correct modem for your model. Anyway, I hope some of you find it useful!
Warning: I currently do not have a phone and so I cannot test this. I am confident it will work as expected, but I make no guarantees. Flash at your own risk!
If you do try this Rom out, please let me know if WiFi is working or not. If not, flashing the AT&T kernel should fix this. Also, let me know if you have updated to 4.3 by flashing the OTA or official firmware.
Enjoy!
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Anyone try this out yet?

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Anyone try this out yet?
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Jus got done downloading Doc im about to flash it to my T999L. Will let you know in a lil bit.

I'm dowloading it as we speak will report soon

DocHoliday77 said:
Anyone try this out yet?
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It's a no go on my Videotron T999V it does reboots but in recovery tried to change modem Wind/Videotron and even kernel's.

rener78 said:
It's a no go on my Videotron T999V it does reboots but in recovery tried to change modem Wind/Videotron and even kernel's.
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Could you elaborate? Do you mean it was bootlooping? If so at what point would it shut down and loop? What modems and kernels did you try?

same here Doc i flashed the file then flashed the mk4 modem in twrp. everything showed successful but it keeps boot looping.

Great Post Thanks:cyclops:

Ok, thanks guys. Ill take the link down for now. Hopefully I can get it fixed and back up tomorrow. Sorry for the trouble.

DocHoliday77 said:
Ok, thanks guys. Ill take the link down for now. Hopefully I can get it fixed and back up tomorrow. Sorry for the trouble.
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Hey doc
any news on knox-free wind 4.3? i understand that you are busy, i just wanted to check because im waiting for your version of it to finally try 4.3 on my wind s3
thanks

Help Updating (Sorry for noob question)

hey guys have been out of the modding life for a long time now since HTC Amaze came out on market and ive had nexus' (galaxy nexus) since then. i had a quick question. my sister passed down to me a S3 T-Mobile one. its on 4.1.1 and i had at the time put in CWM long time ago as i was gonna flash custom roms but never got around to it (i did this with the help of a youtube video.) now i have this device the Volume UP button doesnt work which is essential to go into download mode... how would i go about updating this to the latest 4.3 Firmware? if there are any detailed steps id really appreciate them. Sorry i know it sucks to get noob posts like these but i have done a bit of research and i cant seem to ask the right questions on google! thanks
btw just for though im switching from nexus 4 to s3 just cause i dont need the power from the n4 and i just want the s3 screen

so i think i found the piece i think its here: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/T-Mobile-Gal...cement_Parts_Tools&hash=item4d14d4fdbd&_uhb=1
is there a demo on how to do it or should i take it to Pacific Mall and get someone to do it? how much would it cost anyways?

You only need volume up to enter recovery.. volume down is for download mode.. anyway there are apps that can get you to download or recovery mode as long as you are rooted.. you could do that meanwhile or just wait till you fix the button.. really all you have to do is flash a 4.3 rom and modem in recovery, no need to update the whole firmware
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Being on 4.1.1, itd probably be a good idea to update the firmware. Thats just my opinion though.
You can root without volume up working, and or flash roms like serio said.
As for fixing it though, if you are good working on electronics and have good manual dexterity, you could probably do this yourself. But the advantage of taking it to a shop is if they screw it up theyd probably have to replace or reimburse you for it.
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what if i want to flash cyanogenmod11? is there any step by step? i dont want to brick this phone
do i have to update baseband?

First thing is to get rooted. Easiest way is to flash the root66 firmware via odin. Now decide if you want to use cwm/twrp recovery, or Mobile Odin to flash your rom.
If you want to use recovery, use goo manager or rom manager from the store to install the recovery. Then from the app choose reboot recovery and flash your rom. Factory reset after and reboot. Thats it.
You may need to update your firmware to at least 4.1.2. I think cm had issues running on older firmware.
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isnt cm going to be 4.4.2? hwo do i update ? im fully rooted and running CWM 6.0.4.5 Touch ^^ dont know about TWRP but ive been using CWM for the longest time before so i trust it

If you want to skip updating firmware, just flash the rom from cwm. If it errors out youll need to update to at least 4.1.2 (official or root66) via Odin.
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DocHoliday77 said:
If you want to skip updating firmware, just flash the rom from cwm. If it errors out youll need to update to at least 4.1.2 (official or root66) via Odin.
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OK i dont understand this part how would i flash 4.1.2? via CWM???
also Lets say i want to go on the official one 4.3 of Samsung ROM
such as this rom Stock Mod Rom
what do i have to do to get that on my 4.1.1 phone ur kind of scaring me but thanks for all the help!

ed116 said:
OK i dont understand this part how would i flash 4.1.2? via CWM???
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for official or root66 you use Odin or mobile Odin, not cwm
ed116 said:
also Lets say i want to go on the official one 4.3 of Samsung ROM
such as this rom Stock Mod Rom
what do i have to do to get that on my 4.1.1 phone ur kind of scaring me but thanks for all the help!
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flash the ROM and the 4.3 modem, as well as a custom kernel or at&t stock kernel modified by DocHoliday77 to get WiFi working
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ed116 said:
OK i dont understand this part how would i flash 4.1.2? via CWM???
also Lets say i want to go on the official one 4.3 of Samsung ROM
such as this rom Stock Mod Rom
what do i have to do to get that on my 4.1.1 phone ur kind of scaring me but thanks for all the help!
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Go to the firmware thread stickies in development (and linked in my Sig). Download the 4.1.2 firmware (or 4.3 if you choose, up to you), and flash using PC Odin.
Mobile Odin, while awesome in its own right, cannot update your boot loader and other important parts of the firmware needed by CM.
serio22 said:
for official or root66 you use Odin or mobile Odin, not cwm
flash the ROM and the 4.3 modem, as well as a custom kernel or at&t stock kernel modified by DocHoliday77 to get WiFi working
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Or am I remembering wrong? Wasn't there issues with running newer CM roms on pre 4.1.2 firmware? Isn't that what started everyone using the boot loader asserts in their scripts?
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DocHoliday77 said:
Or am I remembering wrong? Wasn't there issues with running newer CM roms on pre 4.1.2 firmware? Isn't that what started everyone using the boot loader asserts in their scripts?
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I think it was just pre JB but I'm not sure.. If that's the case then flashing 4.1.2 firmware is a safer bet
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wow this is super confusign ahahha sorry guys !
so can i do this
go to download mode and flash root66 4.3 JB thats pre rooted with Odin Software and if later i wantt o isntall a custom rom i just install CWM recovery and can install CM 11 by just flashing the zip file?

ed116 said:
wow this is super confusign ahahha sorry guys !
so can i do this
go to download mode and flash root66 4.3 JB thats pre rooted with Odin Software and if later i wantt o isntall a custom rom i just install CWM recovery and can install CM 11 by just flashing the zip file?
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Yes, as long as you don't care about the knox counter being tripped
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serio22 said:
Yes, as long as you don't care about the knox counter being tripped
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does this do anything bad?
reading a bit online its about warranty im sure since this device is two generations old it would nto even matter!

ed116 said:
does this do anything bad?
reading a bit online its about warranty im sure since this device is two generations old it would nto even matter!
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If you didn't buy it from T-Mobile then it doesn't matter
Edit: just re-read the OP, and yeah it won't matter
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thank you all! yeah its T-Mobile phone used in Canada (Wind Mobile) thought maybe knox was like more prone to bricking or something this phone is almost 2 years old

ed116 said:
thank you all! yeah its T-Mobile phone used in Canada (Wind Mobile) thought maybe knox was like more prone to bricking or something this phone is almost 2 years old
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As long as you don't try to flash older firmware or bootloader then Knox is really no big deal.. You can still root, flash custom recoveries and ROMs with it
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Up on 4.3! mega thanks guys! looks very nice love TW!

[Q]********Lots questions on Installing NEW bootloader for 4.2 and 4.3 firmware*****

Hi guys,
I have two T-mobile galaxy s4 M919, one is on MDL firmware and the other is on MK2 firmware.
Here is a few question I really need your wisdom and suggestion.
1. For the MDL firmware, I have simunlocked and rooted it. Also installed TWRP.
Now I am loooking to install the Omega kitkat rom v30. In its installation instruction it requires as following:
Flash the new bootloder and modems with odin
Bootloader -> BL_I9505XXUFNAD_481100_REV06_user_low_ship_MULTI_C ERT.tar.md5
If you already have the new Kit Kat bootloader there is no need to flash it again.
Modems XXUFNC9 -> I9505XXUFNC9_GSM_LTE_Modems.tar
My questions are :
1). Do I need to update my t-mobile bootloader? ( I know should use t-mobile ones). I know if updated could not go back.
2). I thinks I need to install a kitkat modem, which one should I use? Or I should just flash the KT-SGS4 - MJ5 kernel ?
3). If I just want to flash the Insane rom, do I also need to flash bootloader and flash NB4 modem?
Now is questions for the other phone.
2. For the phone with MK2 firnware s4 ( this is another Phone!), I have been following this guide to sim unlock it :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654058
I am downloding files now. just want to make sure
1) do I need to odin back to 4.3 after my phone is unlocke with old MDL system.
2) if I want to install 4.4 roms, what should I do ?
Thank you for any of your suggestion or ideas.

laofan said:
Hi guys,
I have two T-mobile galaxy s4 M919, one is on MDL firmware and the other is on MK2 firmware.
Here is a few question I really need your wisdom and suggestion.
1. For the MDL firmware, I have simunlocked and rooted it. Also installed TWRP.
Now I am loooking to install the Omega kitkat rom v30. In its installation instruction it requires as following:
Flash the new bootloder and modems with odin
Bootloader -> BL_I9505XXUFNAD_481100_REV06_user_low_ship_MULTI_C ERT.tar.md5
If you already have the new Kit Kat bootloader there is no need to flash it again.
Modems XXUFNC9 -> I9505XXUFNC9_GSM_LTE_Modems.tar
My questions are :
1). Do I need to update my t-mobile bootloader? ( I know should use t-mobile ones). I know if updated could not go back.
2). I thinks I need to install a kitkat modem, which one should I use? Or I should just flash the KT-SGS4 - MJ5 kernel ?
3). If I just want to flash the Insane rom, do I also need to flash bootloader and flash NB4 modem?
Now is questions for the other phone.
2. For the phone with MK2 firnware s4 ( this is another Phone!), I have been following this guide to sim unlock it :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654058
I am downloding files now. just want to make sure
1) do I need to odin back to 4.3 after my phone is unlocke with old MDL system.
2) if I want to install 4.4 roms, what should I do ?
Thank you for any of your suggestion or ideas.
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OK. For the MDL phone you should only update your modem unless you want Knox. I see that the files you have chosen are for th I9505. You should never flash international Bootloader or modem or you will brick the phone. So just flash the nb4 modem and flash a KitKat ROM so you can keep your warranty.
Now for the 4.3 phone. All you have to do is root it and flash the nb4 modem or you can flash the full firmware. Either way will work for you since you already have Knox it doesn't really matter.
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mrzhadow said:
OK. For the MDL phone you should only update your modem unless you want Knox. I see that the files you have chosen are for th I9505. You should never flash international Bootloader or modem or you will brick the phone. So just flash the nb4 modem and flash a KitKat ROM so you can keep your warranty.
Now for the 4.3 phone. All you have to do is root it and flash the nb4 modem or you can flash the full firmware. Either way will work for you since you already have Knox it doesn't really matter.
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thank you for the timing reply. Now I have more confidence to do next.
just wanted to clarify, For MDL phone, I should flash NB4 modem, kitkat rom and then a T-mobile kernel if going for the Omega i9505 Rom. am I correct?

laofan said:
thank you for the timing reply. Now I have more confidence to do next.
just wanted to clarify, For MDL phone, I should flash NB4 modem, kitkat rom and then a T-mobile kernel if going for the Omega i9505 Rom. am I correct?
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Correct. You can try the mk2 modem first if you like and then try nb4. You can switch them as you like depending on their performance. Its totally up to you. I would just hate to see you waste your warranty. Not everybody is as lucky as you and I my friend. We both have the stock MDL Bootloader. That's something to brag about now days!!:thumbup:
BTW I am on Insane KitKat and I gotta be honest with you, it is by far the best ROM I have used since MIUI back in my vibrant days! Keep calm, read and flash on my friend!! Wow! From now on that should be my signature jk
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Just so you are aware though. Flashing international ROMs will break some features in your phone like WiFi calling and who knows what else.
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mrzhadow said:
Correct. You can try the mk2 modem first if you like and then try nb4. You can switch them as you like depending on their performance. Its totally up to you. I would just hate to see you waste your warranty. Not everybody is as lucky as you and I my friend. We both have the stock MDL Bootloader. That's something to brag about now days!!:thumbup:
BTW I am on Insane KitKat and I gotta be honest with you, it is by far the best ROM I have used since MIUI back in my vibrant days! Keep calm, read and flash on my friend!! Wow! From now on that should be my signature jk
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Haha, thanks! I would install insane in one phone and the Omega in the other ( the Omega rom is the hottest rom for i9505).
Cheers.

laofan said:
Haha, thanks! I would install insane in one phone and the Omega in the other ( the Omega rom is the hottest rom for i9505).
Cheers.
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Salud my friend!
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[Q] Downgrade stock 4.4.2 to 4.3 with a custom recovery?

I am looking for a way to downgrade from stock 4.4.2 to 4.3. I have read you can't downgrade with odin once your bootloader has been updated....
However, can you on 4.4.2
1) Install a custom recovery
2) Root
3) De-Knox.
4) Nandroid backup rooted deknoxed 4.4.2 (just to be safe).
Then,
Install a rooted stock 4.3 rom such as the one found in this page:
http://www.droidviews.com/install-android-4-3-leaked-firmware-on-att-galaxy-s3-note-2-galaxy-s4-s4-active/
Starting at the text "For AT&T S3 Users with Root and Custom Recovery" which links to a rooted 4.3 zip file?
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23196940996968760
Seems like this might work?

You can flash older roms. Just not older firmware and modems.
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DocHoliday77 said:
You can flash older roms. Just not older firmware and modems.
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Thanks for the response.
Just to be clear.
Refurbished i747 shipped with 4.4.2 installed
ne4 bootloader
ne4 modem
Can I still flash a touchwiz 4.3 stock rom provided I don't overwrite the modem or bootloader? If so, will the touchwiz 4.3 rom work with the ne4 modem? Seems like the old rom may not play well with a new modem.
Again, my main goal is to use Drivelink app to use mirrorlink with my car radio head. Drivelink only works on 4.3.
Thanks for your help and patience.

I was thinking of trying this rom with ne4 modem and bootloader....
[ROM][JB 4.3] i747z UCUEMJ2 (Modified) Stock TouchWiz No-Knox ROM(Odexed)NEW 11/23/13
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075639
Is this a bad idea?

Should be perfectly fine. As for how well the modem works with it, it's never been much of an issue. People have been running mixed builds since the first update. It's possible it might not work quite as well, but I doubt any differences would be great enough to notice.
As for your Drive link, is it limited to 4.3 on the app side, or is it more of a rom issue? If the app simply isn't compatible, not much can be done there. But someone (I think in the S3Rx thread just found out how to get Chromecast to work. Maybe that would help your app on a 4.4.2 rom?
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