Shawn's '04 OB/NB, AT Sedan (KM35962)

[ELCID86]

Place holder. Picking her up this Saturday.

Inserting maintenance history:
04/10/2004 – US Customs
04/29/2004 - Titled or registered as personal vehicle
05/18/2004 - Title issued or updated First owner reported
11/05/2004 - Fluids checked Oil and filter changed – 14,611
03/14/2005 - Fluids checked Front wiper blades/refills replaced Oil and filter changed – 15,536
03/28/2006 - Maintenance inspection I completed, ABS fluid flushed/changed Front wiper blades/refills replaced – 30,730
12/27/2006 - Fluids checked Front wiper blades/refills replaced Oil and filter changed
A/C charge, front CABs, vacuum leak fixed, front and rear brakes & pads, sensors, Oil & filter, front window regulator, thermostat, fan clutch, radiator, expansion tank, hoses replaced – 102,700
06/25/2011 - Vehicle serviced - 107,567
Oil & filter, VCG, rear axle seals, air filter, cabin filter, fuel filter, spark plugs, AT fluid – 115,885
Battery cable end bolt – 127,311
08/19/2013 - Maintenance inspection I, completed Lights checked; tail light ground - 136,667
10/29/2013 – Continental Extreme DWS rear tires installed – 138,595
11/7/2013 – Power steering reservoir gasket, LCM 4.0, Euro Faceplate, windshield and cowl replaced – 138,640
11/9/2013 – MAF and DISA cleaned/inspected – 138,660
11/18/2013 – Wiper blade inserts, PDR on 4 doors and hood, headlight lenses installed, yellow fog lights installed, AUX jack, Coby wrapped wheel and SMG paddle shifters – 138,840
11/21/2013 – Alignment
12/22/2013 – Window tint (SunTek Carbon)
1/1/2014 – 1.4 BAR expansion tank cap installed, VCG, VANOS seals, A/C belt and tensioner, oil filler cap, oil pan access door installed – 139,000
2/2/2014 – front end respray, piano black grilles
2/17/2014 – Windshield replaced under warranty, Rain and Light Senors replaced (used)
4/7/2014 – A/C evac, charge, leak check – 141, 163




Pictures that BP took.
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[ELCID86]

Areas that need some TLC.

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[ELCID86]

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[Avetiso]

I'm sure you will have that sorted in no time, Shawn. Nice catch!

[JupiterBMW]

A project thread before even taking delivery... Now THAT'S excitement!! :thumbsup


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[Vas]

Looking forward to this one.

[ELCID86]

A project thread before even taking delivery... Now THAT'S excitement!! BOOM

Hope I don't jinks myself!


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[Avetiso]

Hope I don't jinks myself!


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You'll be fine! I did the same thing. :)

[az3579]

A project thread before even taking delivery... Now THAT'S excitement!! :thumbsup


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Loving this!

[ELCID86]

Picked her up today. PO, Kent is a real gentleman and Bimmer guy.
His stable:
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/punagaza.jpg

BP coding.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/yhy9epyt.jpg

My Daughter couldn't wait to get behind the wheel.
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[danewilson77]

And..... She's wearing a scarf!

:drool

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[az3579]

You posted a picture of me... now I'm gonna have to kill you. :biggrin

[ELCID86]

You posted a picture of me... now I'm gonna have to kill you. :biggrin

Proof that you are not just a legend!


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[JupiterBMW]

Very nice Shawn, glad you got her home!

[ELCID86]

Very nice Shawn, glad you got her home!

Well at least got her. We still have about 400 mi to go until we get home. Stopping to pick up an OEM roof rack in White Plains and a little jaunt up through Harriman State Park, NY where Raj (Fender215) guarantees me there are some fun twisties. (Just hoping my daughter will let me drive that part!)



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[echo46]

Harriman is really beautiful this time of year and there are some incredible roads there that ZHP's gobble up. Wish you guys were a bit closer to Long Island so we could meet up for a few minutes. Great pick up good luck with the new whip.

[az3579]

Well at least got her. We still have about 400 mi to go until we get home. Stopping to pick up an OEM roof rack in White Plains and a little jaunt up through Harriman State Park, NY where Raj (Fender215) guarantees me there are some fun twisties. (Just hoping my daughter will let me drive that part!)



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You paid for the car... you can use that as leverage. :biggrin

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[cakM3]

Sounds like your daughter is enjoying the drive Shawn! A priceless moment :) Enjoy it :biggrin Congrats on the ZHP, its a beautiful car with character! I'm sure you have lots of TLC planned for her! Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for her! :thumbsup


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[PirateZHP]

Nice! Glad everything went as planned! Tell the daughter it's YOUR car... for a little bit at least!

[johnrando]

This is crackin me up. Glad to hear you're having fun on the trip.

[cakM3]

If I can only get my daughter as interested in my ZHP as yours is in your ZHP Shawn! Today I got her talking about how someday my ZHP will be hers :thumbsup

At least that's a start :)


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[echo46]

Both of my boys were very boo booed up when I sold the ZHP as they both wanted to inherit it in 10 years. I will say they quickly moved on to wanting the M3:)

[ELCID86]

If I can only get my daughter as interested in my ZHP as yours is in your ZHP Shawn! Today I got her talking about how someday my ZHP will be hers :thumbsup

At least that's a start :)


I think that is her plan!

[ELCID86]

Made it back home w/out a hitch. Pit stop by Bruce's to see him and Botond before BP headed back north. Thanks for the help tracing the cig. lighter fuse. Next on the list is to order new rear tires as one is to the wear indicators. Title and registration tomorrow then VA inspection once I get the new rear rubber.

[BCS_ZHP]

Shawn, if you don't know about it already there's a DMV Select at the courthouse, titles & registration only, no licensing stuff, never any lines, you'll be in & out in less than 10 minutes. Go to main bldg and ask for the Treasurer's office, co-located there.

[ELCID86]

Car titled and registered yesterday. New rear tires (Conti Extreme DWS) should be at the house today. New windshield from Auto Glass Guru scheduled for Thu.--includes cowling from BMW of Alexandria and new molding. Also orderd new PS reservoir gasket and fog light covers. Still need to install yellow fog lights, though I may wait to see about getting the bumper re-sprayed along with dent repairs on hood and left front fender first.

[QC_ZHP]

Nice pickup! OB/NB is a gorgeous combo.

[Vas]

Shawn, where did you order the DWS from? Just wondering since I am in the market for tires as well.

As far as painting, I would do the complete front end and then blend the doors so the paint matches.

[ELCID86]

I went with Tire Rack. Thanks. I plan to talk to a few body shops.


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[330blast]

Congrats!

Glad everything went smoothly, and seems like you got a very good deal and a beautiful car.

Enjoy!!

[echo46]

Great job, post pictures as you go.

[Torxuvin]

Congrats on the pick up. Looks like a fun family trip.

[ELCID86]

Thanks Cam, it was. And thanks to Raj (Fender) for the recommendation on the detour through Harriman State Park in NY. Nice twisties and pretty scenery.

[johnrando]

Good stuff.

[QC_ZHP]

You're making me fall in love with my OB again. Really jealous of that NB interior, though.

Liking the new sig, as well:thumbsup

[BCS_ZHP]

Why'd you drop the thought of Maren driving this one? I'm in her corner, as if if you couldn't tell, I'll continue to nudge you politely in public...

[ELCID86]

Not out of the question Bruce--eventually, but you should see the bumpers on the Accord Marin drives! She swears it wasn't her, but kids in the high school parking lot. Whoever it was, I don't need damage to the rear end of this car. Hmm, what if she backed in and there was damage to the front end...?

[Torxuvin]

Not out of the question Bruce--eventually, but you should see the bumpers on the Accord Marin drives! She swears it wasn't her, but kids in the high school parking lot. Whoever it was, I don't need damage to the rear end of this car. Hmm, what if she backed in and there was damage to the front end...?

:rofl I feel like I've heard a similar story from ex-gfs.

[BimmerRules!]

That NB interior is a beauty!

Please post pics of your work.

And oops, belated congrats. :)

[ELCID86]

Hmm, I thought I updated this thread earlier, but don't see it.

Thank you for the complements. I do love the NB interior. Need to give it the full Leatherique treatment in the near future.

New front glass installed today by Autoglassguru/Windshieldguru. It was actually a local sub called USA Auto Glass. Thanks for the recommendation Dane. They brought the new cowling with them from BMW of Alexandria. While they had it out, I glued a few spots on the A-pillars and hit the dash with some 303 Protectant.

Still need the VA inspection and emissions, but figured I'd wait until the calendar clicks to "11".

(so I can find this later:http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11248-Windshield-replacement )

[Fender215]

Shawn, glad you liked the twisties, there are some great roads up in that area. Congrats again on the purchase - apologies for not being able to meet up!

Cheers,
Raj

[ELCID86]

LCM on the way from Joop. Euro faceplate coming from the UK. Just received P/S gasket and am waiting on a few more items in the mail.

[danewilson77]

P/S gasket :dunno

Drawing a blank.

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[ELCID86]

Sorry, my abbreviation of power steering (reservoir) :-)

[PirateZHP]

Shawn, I have no idea what you look like and have never spoken to you, but in my dream last night I saved your car and returned it to you. There was a large woman trying to steal your car. I stopped her, and drove your car back to you. (I somehow had a key to your car.) In my dream, your car was beautiful, and I did take it for a joy ride before returning it. In my dream, you were a very tall, lanky white man with big bubble glasses. In any case, you are welcome! That lady was pissed at me...

[ELCID86]

Shawn, I have no idea what you look like and have never spoken to you, but in my dream last night I saved your car and returned it to you. There was a large woman trying to steal your car. I stopped her, and drove your car back to you. (I somehow had a key to your car.) In my dream, your car was beautiful, and I did take it for a joy ride before returning it. In my dream, you were a very tall, lanky white man with big bubble glasses. In any case, you are welcome! That lady was pissed at me...
Too funny! That is a crazy dream. Thanks for the laugh--and for getting my car back. No worries about the joy ride :-]

Did I look anything like this?
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The real me:
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[PirateZHP]

You did not look like that in my dream (either one)... but in any case, I woke up laughing... and ready to drive

[az3579]

You did not look like that in my dream (either one)... but in any case, I woke up laughing... and ready to drive

I wonder why you were dreaming about Shawn and his car. :eeps

[johnrando]

Too funny.

[derbo]

I wonder why you were dreaming about Shawn and his car. :eeps

I'm also curious. LOL.

[JupiterBMW]

I've had similar dreams... :eeps

Once I had a nightmare about a ZHP... It was black and was missing the roof, and it had a fake transmission... #randeaux :rofl


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[PirateZHP]

I wonder why you were dreaming about Shawn and his car. :eeps


I'm also curious. LOL.

To both of you... I have no clue. There is no excuse. Maybe it is the NB interior. If that is the case, I guess Joop is next. But if I get to drive his car in my dream, there is no telling what I might wake up to... :eeps:wub:blushing:facepalm:rofl

[az3579]

To both of you... I have no clue. There is no excuse. Maybe it is the NB interior. If that is the case, I guess Joop is next. But if I get to drive his car in my dream, there is no telling what I might wake up to... :eeps:wub:blushing:facepalm:rofl

Oh I'll tell you what you'll wake up to. I've already experienced this in person... :eeps

[johnrando]

I've had similar dreams... :eeps

Once I had a nightmare about a ZHP... It was black and was missing the roof, and it had a fake transmission... #randeaux :rofl


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Sounds like quite the nightmare. :) I had a dream that I was trapped driving around in a big white puffy marshmallow with this claustrophobic steel thing on the top. Turns out it was Joop's car. :biggrin

[JupiterBMW]

Sounds like quite the nightmare. :) I had a dream that I was trapped driving around in a big white puffy marshmallow with this claustrophobic steel thing on the top. Turns out it was Joop's car. :biggrin

:rofl


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[johnrando]

To both of you... I have no clue. There is no excuse. Maybe it is the NB interior. If that is the case, I guess Joop is next. But if I get to drive his car in my dream, there is no telling what I might wake up to... :eeps:wub:blushing:facepalm:rofl

LOL

[PirateZHP]

Oh I'll tell you what you'll wake up to. I've already experienced this in person... :eeps

LULZ

[ELCID86]

To Do list:
Install 4.0 ECM and Euro faceplate
Power Steering reservoir gasket
Clean engine bay
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod
Aux Jack install
Polish exhaust tips
Replace headlight lenses
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles (from Pip)
Fender repairs and front end respray
Replace foglights
First aid box install
Replace oil filler cap
Install BMW performance air intake
Replace wiper blades
Paint corrections/polish
PDR dents

[JupiterBMW]

I can help with a few of those items as I've done them... If you need any help call or text anytime!


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[ELCID86]

Thanks Joop. Will do.

[JupiterBMW]

To Do list:
Install 4.0 ECM and Euro faceplate This
Power Steering reservoir gasket
Clean engine bay This
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod This
Aux Jack install This
Polish exhaust tips This
Replace headlight lenses This
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles (from Pip)
Fender repairs and front end respray
Replace foglights
First aid box install
Replace oil filler cap
Install BMW performance air intake
Replace wiper blades
Paint corrections/polish
PDR dents

These are a few of the things I've done on my ZHP(s). I'm sure you can handle replacing the oil cap on your own, but that and wiper blades, I got those too.. :rofl

(I meant to put this in my last post, but I was on my phone and didn't want to copy/paste via my phone).

[BCS_ZHP]

Shawn,
Here to help as you need it, have done many of these myself. Busy weekend coming up with the 238rd B-Day of the Corps & kids' soccer but we should be able to knock out #2, 3, 4, 10, 13, & 14 in about an hour. I can assist Friday night, Saturday morning, or Sunday late afternoon. Let me know.
Bruce

[ELCID86]

... I'm sure you can handle replacing the oil cap on your own, but that and wiper blades, I got those too.. :rofl


:foottap (hee hee ; )


Shawn,
Here to help as you need it, have done many of these myself. Busy weekend coming up with the 238rd B-Day of the Corps & kids' soccer but we should be able to knock out #2, 3, 4, 10, 13, & 14 in about an hour. I can assist Friday night, Saturday morning, or Sunday late afternoon. Let me know.
Bruce
Thanks Bruce. I may take you up on the assistance w/ the strut bar mod. How is your next weekend? My wife is out of town in training then and if I don't try to go to the Citadel vs. VMI game, I'm pretty free.

I need to get the bay cleaned first too. I'm considering an alignment next week as well. I'm assuming it would be easier on the tech to do that prior to strut bar install. Any issues with the alignment coming "undone" when removing the three strut nuts?

[BCS_ZHP]

Shawn,
My simple engine bay cleaning method:
- begin with cold engine
- hose down your fenders, hood, bumper, windshield but not under the hood yet
- spray a degreasing cleaner all over under the hood (I've experienced great results with Purple Power cleaner), may need to agitate some thick stuff with a brush
- let sit and go do something else for 5-10 minutes
- rinse off and should be good
- repeat if necessary
- last, start the engine and go for a drive to get the residual water out of there

Wetting the fenders, hood, & bumper are to protect your paint in case you overspray some of the cleaner as it will eat thru your wax.

On the strut brace, I'd install it before the alignment. The holes are slotted so the mechanic can adjust the strut as needed without removing the strut brace. Modding your battery connector will take us about 5-10 minutes - it's a grind the plastic cover & try it procedure, repeat as needed, real easy.

Next weekend, have another kids' soccer tourney in Bethesda, not sure what my schedule is like yet, CINCHOUSE issues her tactical plan a day or two prior. I may try to take off on Fri, Nov 15th to get some stuff done on the cars though.

[ELCID86]

Thanks for the recommendations. I'll text you about this weekend. If I get the bay clean, we can try to schedule a time for the bar mod/install.

[ELCID86]

To Do list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13 I now have die dreifache blink + Trifecta +. Thanks Joop!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/08/yza8uny9.jpg

Triple blink:
http://youtu.be/78PsW5SnRwE

Install Euro faceplate
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod
Aux Jack install (awaiting parts)
Polish exhaust tips
Replace headlight lenses (awaiting parts)
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles (from Pip)
Fender repairs and front end respray
Replace foglights
First aid box install
Replace oil filler cap (awaiting parts)
Install BMW performance air intake
Replace wiper blades (awaiting parts)
Paint corrections/polish
PDR dents
Leatherique (part one done last night)
Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
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[Vas]

Got new tires and windshield installed?

[ELCID86]

Yes. New rears and front glass.

[BCS_ZHP]

The last mod, if your son or daughter decides to drive this regularly then we'll need to undo that mod.

[WolfBMW]

Nice work on the sticker install! But really, those things drive me nuts :eeps

[ELCID86]

The last mod, if your son or daughter decides to drive this regularly then we'll need to undo that mod.
Yeah, at least for a few years on #2 son. And my daughter (and boys) say no-way on her.


Nice work on the sticker install! But really, those things drive me nuts :eeps
#gottohaveit

[ELCID86]

Got in bed last night at 9:45 and thought, hmm, if I went and applied the Leatherique Rejuvenating Oil now, I could let it soak in over night and all day Friday. Was back in bed by 10:30 and didn't even get a "where have you been?" from my wife! 5:00 am did come awful early though.

[BCS_ZHP]

Well? Did you see any difference from the Rejuvenating oil this morning.

[ELCID86]

Well? Did you see any difference from the Rejuvenating oil this morning.
I wanted to look..., but it was still a bit dim at 0545 when I hopped in the mini van and headed to the commuter lot.

[Vas]

Shawn, if you are interested I have a passenger side foglight in decent shape I dont need. It is frosted.

[ELCID86]

Thanks. Turns out the light is actually ok though it was pushed back a bit, the housing around it is missing which I have on hand now. I actually bought a set of yellow fogs off e46f and may install them, but am not sure about the look. Anyone have thoughts--clear vs. yellow on an OB car w/ amber corner markers?

[PirateZHP]

Thanks. Turns out the light is actually ok though it was pushed back a bit, the housing around it is missing which I have on hand now. I actually bought a set of yellow fogs off e46f and may install them, but am not sure about the look. Anyone have thoughts--clear vs. yellow on an OB car w/ amber corner markers?

Yellow fogs all day long!

[Fender215]

Isn't the more appropriate question why you were in bed at 945? haha.

Shawn - my better half ended up going for the C300 4matic afterall! Seeing this still makes me long for the OB/NB ZHP combo...ah well.

[johnrando]

Got in bed last night at 9:45 and thought, hmm, if I went and applied the Leatherique Rejuvenating Oil now, I could let it soak in over night and all day Friday. Was back in bed by 10:30 and didn't even get a "where have you been?" from my wife! 5:00 am did come awful early though.

Nice.

[az3579]

Thanks. Turns out the light is actually ok though it was pushed back a bit, the housing around it is missing which I have on hand now. I actually bought a set of yellow fogs off e46f and may install them, but am not sure about the look. Anyone have thoughts--clear vs. yellow on an OB car w/ amber corner markers?




Yellow fogs all day long!

^ All. Day. Long.

[ELCID86]

Isn't the more appropriate question why you were in bed at 945? haha.
As I said 0500 comes awful early (plus I"m almost 50!)


Shawn - my better half ended up going for the C300 4matic afterall! Seeing this still makes me long for the OB/NB ZHP combo...ah well. Funny, my wife was just commenting on how Merc. didn't really have any cars for younger people.. hee hee.

[ELCID86]

Yellow fogs all day long!

^ All. Day. Long.

Alright I'll give it a go! #peerpressure

[PirateZHP]

Alright I'll give it a go! #peerpressure

If you decide against the yellow, I may be able to take them off of your hands. I have a cracked passenger side... :(

[BCS_ZHP]

Brett would likely take 2nd dibs (although he's a tightwad) if you don't like them and Matt doesn't take them.

[ELCID86]

OK +1 and +2, I'll probably wait to install until I get the bumper painted so we'll see whose still interested. Bruce, I sent you a text about this weekend.

[PirateZHP]

Are you going to be able to get your bumper re-painted? I was told by two different shops that I needed to get a new bumper... (Yes they are both respectable shops that I, and other friends/family, have had work done.)

[ELCID86]

^ Hmm, neither shop I took it to said they could not do it and both provided quotes. What's the issue?

[PirateZHP]

There is some sort of regulation regarding the stripping of paint from plastic, and body shops have to be licensed in that and blah blah blah... I was also told that they COULD sand it down and spray, but the paint would be much more brittle than if they were able to paint directly onto the bumper. Both shops told me both of those things completely separate of one another, so there must be some truth to both things.

Edit: Also, that regulation against stripping the paint from plastic pieces requires them to record every drop of the materials used to do such.

[ELCID86]

There is some sort of regulation regarding the stripping of paint from plastic, and body shops have to be licensed in that and blah blah blah... I was also told that they COULD sand it down and spray, but the paint would be much more brittle than if they were able to paint directly onto the bumper. Both shops told me both of those things completely separate of one another, so there must be some truth to both things.

Edit: Also, that regulation against stripping the paint from plastic pieces requires them to record every drop of the materials used to do such.

NC or Federal? VA shops haven't mentioned it. I have one more shop to check with.


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[ELCID86]

To Do list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13 I now have die dreifache blink + Trifecta +. Thanks Joop!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/08/yza8uny9.jpg

Triple blink:
http://youtu.be/78PsW5SnRwE

Install Euro faceplate (done)
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11010
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod
Aux Jack install (awaiting parts)
Polish exhaust tips
Replace headlight lenses (awaiting parts)
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles (from Pip)
Fender repairs and front end respray
Replace foglights
First aid box install
Replace oil filler cap (awaiting parts)
Install BMW performance air intake
Replace wiper blades (awaiting parts)
Paint corrections/polish
PDR dents
Leatherique (done)
THis is the worst seat. May need a bit more TLC.

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Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
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[ELCID86]

Done. 11017

And Done.

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Also cleaned the MAF and DISA. Thanks again Bruce.



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[johnrando]

:thumbup

[WolfBMW]

Looks great!

[ELCID86]

Done list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
Install Euro faceplate done 11/8/13
Leatherique -done 11/8/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod -done 11/9/13
BMW performance air intake -done 11/9/13
Polish exhaust tips -done 11/9/13
Replace headlight lenses - done 11/17/13
Replace foglights - done 11/17/13

To Do list:
Aux Jack install (awaiting parts)
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles (from Pip) (awaiting parts)
Fender repairs and front end respray (estimates ~$1500-1900)
First aid box install
Replace oil filler cap (awaiting parts)
Replace wiper blades (awaiting parts)
PDR dents (awaiting estimate)
Paint corrections/polish (awaiting body/paint work)

[ELCID86]

Tips look a bit better.
Before:
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After:
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Used:
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[Pip]

This tips were nasty. Looking better now! Glad you're taking care of it.

[PirateZHP]

Looking great, Shawn. Glad I saved your car now.

With fingers touching the screen...

[fredo]

This tips were nasty. Looking better now! Glad you're taking care of it.

+1. I plan to use steel wool 0000 on the Mini Cooper. The e90 forum has good reviews about it. The other day I went to Home Depot and got 000 by mistake, so I didn't use it. :facepalm

[JupiterBMW]

Updates look good Shawn. Get out some Emory cloth and sand those tips some more. Then get a Mothers Powercone and some polish and go to town. I did that on my first ZHP with amazing results and very little time/effort.


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[ELCID86]

Thanks. I used fine steel wool. Had not thought of Emory cloth.

[derbo]

That is a great improvement to the tips there Shawn!

[ELCID86]

So I turned on the A/C today as the temp was about 68 outside. I think I have an issue with the Air Conditioning as it felt a lot colder out of the left vents than the right ones. I see where the PO had the freon topped at 102k and evac and charged at 133k. I'm now at 138+. Thoughts?


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[az3579]

^ Are you using the auto setting? When on auto, it doesn't blow the same temperature out of all of the vents; it blows whatever it feels is necessary to keep the temperature at what you set it to. I'll have cool air coming out of one and warm air coming out of another on mine (this is normal).

[ELCID86]

^hmm, didn't know that. Will have to play with it some when it gets warm again :-) Wintry mix tomorrow... Thanks.

Also had a squeaky blower fan on low speed that went a way after a bit (hopefully for good--yeah I know I"m a dreamer)

[az3579]

I get that from time to time. Not present usually but it is annoying.

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[ELCID86]

I get that from time to time. Not present usually but it is annoying.

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I'm thinking it is probably: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=418987&page=3

or perhaps http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=298527

[ELCID86]

New lenses installed and yellow fogs.
Before:
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[QC_ZHP]

The new lenses look great. I've been back and forth on yellow fogs for my OB, but I'm liking the look. Did you go with bulbs+covers? Any pics with the fog lights off?

[Vas]

Looks great.

[PirateZHP]

What lenses did you get and how was the install?

With fingers touching the screen...

[ELCID86]

I'll try to post a pic tomorrow w/ them off. I actually bought the who assembly w/ the lenses built in from someone on e46f (or here?).
I still need the passenger side fog lamp cover if anyone has one.

[ELCID86]

These may work for anyone interested. I paid $40 for used ones.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/01-06-BMW-3-Series-M3-E46-Fog-Lights-OE-Style-Yellow-Lens-Bulbs-Front-Lamps-PAI-/181216781937?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ABMW%7CModel%3AM3&hash=item2a315ca671&vxp=mtr

[Lanister]

Looks good Shawn!

What's the build quality like on these eBay fogs? Price is right but do you get what you pay for?

[ELCID86]

Looks good Shawn!

What's the build quality like on these eBay fogs? Price is right but do you get what you pay for?
Thanks.
No idea. I'd check the seller's feedback. I bought mine from a BMW Owner. Not sure of the brand.

[ELCID86]

What lenses did you get and how was the install?

With fingers touching the screen...

Sorry, if you meant headlight lenses, I got them from a guy on e46f. He had them unused and from Bimmian. Fairly straight forward install. Glad I had helped Joop do lenses at the reunion. Also a few good YouTube videos.
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[ELCID86]

The new lenses look great. I've been back and forth on yellow fogs for my OB, but I'm liking the look. Did you go with bulbs+covers? Any pics with the fog lights off?

With lights off.
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I like them well enough. Still not sure about the color, but will leave them on for now. And perhaps permanently.



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[QC_ZHP]

Nice, thank you. I might have to pick up a set, I like the look.

[ELCID86]

PDR of 4 doors and hood. Doors look great. Hood is a lot better. Still need to research fender and respray.
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[Vas]

Are you still planning on having the complete front end painted?

[ELCID86]

Most likely--at least the hood. It needs it (but my wallet doesn't).

[PirateZHP]

Most likely--at least the hood. It needs it (but my wallet doesn't).

Painful, isn't it?

[Vas]

Most likely--at least the hood. It needs it (but my wallet doesn't).

If you dont mind me asking, did you ever get a quote from a body shop?

[ELCID86]

Painful, isn't it?
Ouch- yep.

[ELCID86]

If you dont mind me asking, did you ever get a quote from a body shop?
So I have several quotes now. I just got back from seeing a guy who has a mobile booth that the PDR tech recommended. He happened to be at the Toyota dealer about 5 miles from my house. Used to work at a shop and started his own business and now services several dealers in the area to include Mercedes and Volvo. His estimate to repair and repaint the left bumper is $375. He said he could also replace it with a non OEM fender for $150+ painting (~another couple hundred).

2nd shop quoted $1900 to repair fender, hood and respray hood, bumper and both panels.

The 3rd shop I went to gave me the following breakdown in case I wanted to piecemeal it:
Left fender repair and paint: $465, Hood and Rt. fender: $620, Bumper: $576 = $1661

I'm leaning towards going with the $375 repair the mobile guy gave me for now and then perhaps trying to do the hood and bumper at some point in the future. Not sure how that will work with fading in the two fenders.

I'd appreciate any advice or lessons learned from anyone here.

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[Vas]

Shawn, I sent you a pm.

BTW those prices are absurd IMO.

Only issue btw with a mobile booth is that the quality sometimes is not as good as using an actual paint booth.

[ELCID86]

Flappy paddle wheel- Done! Used this DIY: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5067-SMG-steering-wheel-retrofitted-to-auto-E46-doityourself

Thanks again for the coaching (and wheel) Sean P.

Aux Jack-Done.
18yo son test drive- Done. (I think he likes it too) http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/21/resa9yde.jpg


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[Avetiso]

Get it all done at one shop. That's my recommendation.

[ELCID86]

Done list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
Install Euro faceplate done 11/8/13
Leatherique -done 11/8/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod -done 11/9/13
BMW performance air intake -done 11/9/13
Polish exhaust tips -done 11/9/13
Replace headlight lenses - done 11/17/13
Replace foglights - done 11/17/13
Replace oil filler cap -done
Replace wiper blades -done
PDR door dents -done
Replace missing engine cover striped bolt covers -done
Aux Jack install -done 11/21/13
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles -done 11/21/13

To Do list:
Alignment
Fender repairs and front end respray (estimates ~$1000-1900)
First aid box install
Paint corrections/polish (awaiting body/paint work)

[az3579]

Damn you've done a lot since I last saw the car. :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Good work

[danewilson77]

Good work

+1

[johnrando]

+2

[Torxuvin]

Nice progress

[ELCID86]

Thanks all. Alignment on both Bimmers today.

[ELCID86]

Wheel:
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[johnrando]

Awesome. I got some aftermarket paddles that were longer, so you could shift from below too. Let us know how you like the setup!

[QC_ZHP]

Love the steering wheel swap. Great work

[ELCID86]

Side markers swapped back to OEM. 11303


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[danewilson77]

Side markers swapped back to OEM. 11303


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+1

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[az3579]

Side markers swapped back to OEM. 11303


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Much better than the painted ones. :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Ambers shipped out yesterday.


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[danewilson77]

Ambers shipped out yesterday.


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Win.

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[ELCID86]

Dubstop asphericals installed. Shipping was amazingly fast off eBay.
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Dubstop asphericals installed. Shipping was amazingly fast off eBay.
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How much were they? My mirrors are being eaten away by rust.

[ELCID86]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&vxp=mtr&item=181280677347

$50 + $14 s/h.

[ELCID86]

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[Avetiso]

Any thoughts on how to make this armrest look better. Leatherique didn't do much due to discoloration. I found a guy selling one. 11333


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I have a black armrest in great condition I could sell to you. I was going to use it but I ended up going the delete route. PM if you want.

[ELCID86]

PM sent.

[ELCID86]

I swear I think my VCH is leaking. A bit low on oil and pretty dirty. PO had receipts where this was done at 115k mi.
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[danewilson77]

Yep.

Mileage now?

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[ELCID86]

139k

[Vas]

Yup that is a leak. Probably whoever did it forgot to use RTV and just put the gasket on.

[ELCID86]

Yup that is a leak. Probably whoever did it forgot to use RTV and just put the gasket on.
They sure used something. Looks like it has oozed out of the seal in several places.

So now that I have the VCG parts ordered, I'm wondering why no one recommended doing the VANOS. Thoughts (I know you have em ;-)?

[Avetiso]

They sure used something. Looks like it has oozed out of the seal in several places.

So now that I have the VCG parts ordered, I'm wondering why no one recommended doing the VANOS. Thoughts (I know you have em ;-)?
Gotta go deeper. I'm doing VANOS tomorrow.

[Lanister]

They sure used something. Looks like it has oozed out of the seal in several places.

So now that I have the VCG parts ordered, I'm wondering why no one recommended doing the VANOS. Thoughts (I know you have em ;-)?

You should totally do VANOS at the same time dude. :innocent

[ELCID86]

Argh. Any need for anti rattle if I don't have one (on this car with 139k)?


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[danewilson77]

Argh. Any need for anti rattle if I don't have one (on this car with 139k)?


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Nope. Fugetaboutit.

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[ELCID86]

Nope. Fugetaboutit.

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

Whew. Good to know. I thought for sure you'd say yep and I'd need to drive to Williamsburg ;-) still might...


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[danewilson77]

Brutha.... I'm home the 23rd through Jan 5th.

Lemme know.

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[johnrando]

I didn't have the rattle, but I did the anti-rattle just in case when I did it... couldn't hurt. But, not needed if it isn't by this time would be the common wisdom.

[ELCID86]

Yeah, Mr. Beisan recommended it and I'll probably regret not doing it but am going to save the money for now.

Amber sides installed.

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[Vas]

Much better. Thumbs up.

[QC_ZHP]

Looking good Shawn. Amber on OB is the way to go

[ELCID86]

Windows tinted today on 1 BMW, 1 Accord and 1 TSX. Got a good multi-car discount.


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[Vas]

No more fishbowl. B-)

[QC_ZHP]

Post pics of the tint! Need some examples before I do mine

[ELCID86]

Will do at next light. I'll post of both BMWs. I kept staring out the front door at them in the rain today. They are supposed to be 50Front/35Rear/35Back on mine and the TSX and 35F/20R/20B on Colin's (previously done by another shop), but I swear my backs are darker. I'm wondering if he grabbed the wrong roll. Certainly a bit different driving at night. Not bad though.

[ELCID86]

So here goes with some pics of the tint on the OB twins (Colin is still irritated that I bought the same color!).

Mine
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His
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His/Mine
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His
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[echo46]

Beautiful, makes me pine for my OB ZHP:(

[QC_ZHP]

Beautiful, makes me pine for my OB ZHP:(
Please go look in your garage :pimp


Shawn they look great. I've been putting off tint for a while now, mainly b/c I enjoy the clean look, but the glares inside are starting to get to me. I was set on 50% but 35% actually looks very good. I know you have a mix, but how do you like the 50% up front? Would you go with the same setup again now that you have it done?

[ELCID86]

Thanks! Colin likes the 35% up front, but I didn't want to be that dark. Just something about the perception (in my mind) about having blacked-out fronts (or any) windows. I wanted some privacy, some relief from the summer sun/heat, etc. so I went with 50% I do went to like it. I have it on the Accord and TSX fronts also. I think I like what I have and would do it again.

Like I said, Colin's's rears are supposed to be 20% and mine 35, but it doesn't look that way. Though mine has only be on for <48 hours and his for several months. Perhaps it changes a bit over time.

Colin did remind me that his interior is Tan and mine is a bit darker NB, so that might make a slight difference.

[cakM3]

Honestly, if you're gonna tint I would recommend keeping it the same for your side and rear windows... both my BMWs have 35% on side and on the rear window. The tint is uniform all the way around and the LEOs here don't bother me. Personally, I kinda like the uniform tint rather than going very dark on the rear windows and lighter in front....but that's me.

[ELCID86]

Worth considering. The installer did recommend 35 on the sides.

[Tlandreth22]

The only think I would recommend is exchanging the titanium clear corners on Colin's car for clear corners with the black inserts. Otherwise, they both look awesome!


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[BCS_ZHP]

What I noticed in the pix was it said "His" & "Mine", seemed a bit off to me as I'm used to seeing "His" & "Hers".

Come on dad, your daughter needs one too!!! Remember, she kinda liked yours the last time she drove it.

[ELCID86]

Oh she has driven several times the last few weeks and does prod me at how much she likes it and feels safe... #fellingthepressure



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[ELCID86]

VANOS out! Hope to get her back together tomorrow.

Can anyone comment as to whether they used RTV on the rear of the engine? Whoever did the last job used something back there. I can't see any comments that verify I should so I only plan to use it on the front near/on VANOS.

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[Vas]

I used a small thin amount of grey rtv all around.

[ELCID86]

Hmm, ok, Thanks.. That may be what the PO did (or the shop he took it too), but I think they got Carried away! In for what other's say.

[Avetiso]

I used red RTV at all half moons, front and back, and all the way around the vanos.

[Vas]

Red is overkill since that is a high temp rtv. Grey is great because it is oil resistant.

[kayger12]

I used a small amount of red RTV at the front and rear half moons and the two contact points where the vanos meets the head.

Never had a leak issue afterwards (done it 3 times).

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[ELCID86]

I bought Red so that's what I'll use. Mixed opinions on where/how much. I guess there is more than one way to skin this cat.


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[Avetiso]

Red is also oil resistant, but either should work fine. I had other uses for the high temp, so I went with red.

[BCS_ZHP]

Shawn,
I thought about that too late after you left today, I had an extra half a tube of red in the garage. Yes, as Keith & others said, use the sealant at the sharp edges of the half moons both front & rear and then where the head-to-Vanos gaps are on the front. Also a tip from a BMW tech, if your gasket won't stay seated in the valve cover, put a drop or two strategically in the channel of the valve cover so the gasket will stay in place while you install it. Don't get too happy with it though, it's a bieatch to remove the next time you do a VCG replacement. Stuart also told me to use blue painters tape to hold the VCG in place and then carefully pull it out once you get the VC seated. Call me if you have any issues tomorrow, I'm only half an hour away.
Bruce

[danewilson77]

The RTV should be applied as KG and Bruce have mentioned, per the Beisan procedure.

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[kayger12]

I used a small thin amount of grey rtv all around.

I'd be hesitant to use it all the way around.

Not necessary and a giant pita when you have to do the vcg again and have to scrape all that crap off to get a clean mating surface.

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[ELCID86]

Thanks all. Discovered the A/C belt is in pretty bad shape so I need to pull it and check the tensioner and then I'm off to Advance Auto for that and a few other things. Hope to work on the VANOS seals later today.

[BCS_ZHP]

If you can't find the belt, text me as I know there's a couple spare used ones in the garage.

[ELCID86]

Thanks. I have an old one in decent shape.


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[ELCID86]

Anyone happen to know the P/N for this cap/cover to the thermostat electrical connector? I can't seem to be able to find it on RealOEM.

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[Vas]

I'd be hesitant to use it all the way around.

Not necessary and a giant pita when you have to do the vcg again and have to scrape all that crap off to get a clean mating surface.

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I used a small amount to hold the gasket in place.

Rtv isnt bad to remove either.

[Vas]

Shawn,

I believe it is this part
http://www.ecstuning.com/ES30766/

[ELCID86]

That's it! Thanks a ton!


Mfg Part# 12511742836

[ELCID86]

Well I finished the VCG and VANOS seals. A/C tensioner came in today and I was able to put it all back together. Took a drive to get things heated up and all seems to be in good order. I found a nice icy spot in front of the high school and played with the DSC button a bit--pretty fun. I didn't know there were two setting until reading other posts here.

I also installed the little door near the oil pan.

I think both Bimmers are headed up to the Massanutten to ski for a few days tomorrow.

Done list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
Install Euro faceplate done 11/8/13
Leatherique -done 11/8/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod -done 11/9/13
BMW performance air intake -done 11/9/13
Polish exhaust tips -done 11/9/13
Replace headlight lenses - done 11/17/13
Replace foglights - done 11/17/13
Replace oil filler cap -done
Replace wiper blades -done
PDR door dents -done
Replace missing engine cover striped bolt covers -done
Aux Jack install -done 11/21/13
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles -done 11/21/13
Alignment - Done
VCG - done 1/1/14
VANOS seals - done 1/1/14
access door installed near oil pan

To Do list:
Fender repairs and front end respray (estimates ~$1000-1900)
First aid box install
Paint corrections/polish (awaiting body/paint work)

[Vas]

Have fun at Massanutten. That place is about 30 minutes away from where I live.

[BCS_ZHP]

Then you should go to the ski lodge & meet him for post skiing beverage, Shawn will need it.

[ELCID86]

Yeah I was thinking that too-visit and needing drinks. Welcome come up. We had a change of plans so it's me my 21 and 18 yo boys and a friend of theirs. Heading home Mon. BTW, we drove the minivan :-/


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[illirep]

Shawn - have you done anything with the leather yet? I've kept up with page 1-3 of this project but haven't read 4-6 yet. If so, any pics of before and after?

[ELCID86]

I did leatherique. Looks better. Could use a bit more attention.

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I did leatherique. Looks better. Could use a bit more attention.

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[illirep]

Looks good to me. I have similar creases on the driver seat bottom. I'm not sure how to tackle them. I've conditioned them a few times trying to soften them up, hoping they'd be less apparent, but didn't really do the trick.

I do need to clean them up some more to get them back to that original tone, which yours appear to be.

[ELCID86]

Thanks. Yeah I'm note sure how much more improvement I can get. I have moderate wear on the left driver's bolster (as par).


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[ELCID86]

Replaced armrest with one from Dario today and reinstalled strut bar.

This video was very helpful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rekZgtqhwso

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[Vas]

Looks good

[QC_ZHP]

Nice, always like seeing BMW performance parts.

[iya_e46]

Great Thread! This forum is getting better everyday for me. I'm a fan of OB/NB

[ELCID86]

Great Thread! This forum is getting better everyday for me. I'm a fan of OB/NB

Thanks. I do like it. Hoping to stop by the body shop today to schedule repair of left fender.


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[ELCID86]

Going in for another chat with the mobile body shop guy on Mon. He will be at the Toyota deal a few miles from me. He also does wheels I found out.


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[derbo]

perfect style 135 is always looks incredible.

[ELCID86]

Dropped her off with the paint & body guy today. Hoping to get it back on Thur before I head out of town.

[ELCID86]

Hoping to get my car back when the weather is better tomorrow. In the mean time I got these in from Khoalty. Not exactly what I was expecting. Thought they'd be black--I guess that's easy to fix. I also thought they would have clips to install them. Have others installed? 3m tape?

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html

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[ELCID86]

I'm so bummed. I got my car back from painting and it looks really good. I think there is a spot or two that will need touching up in 90-days or so after it has hardened/cured, etc. I was getting ready to leave when I noticed the windshield was cracked right down the middle. Right under the rain sensor all the way down to the cowling. As you may recall it was just replaced with Pilkington glass in Oct. I'm hoping that windshieldguru will repair it but they are pushing back saying they need someone to inspect it (understandable) and that if it was related to install stress, it would have happened before now. CSR on the phone hinted that perhaps it was the cold... Well it's been a lot colder here than it was this last week. The P&B shop said he noticed it this morning and does not know how anything he would have done could have put stress on the glass. It's been indoors at his heated shop. No signs of rock chips, etc. Arrgh.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/05/ejy7uqad.jpg

[johnrando]

That's a bummer. Hope things work out.

[Avetiso]

That sucks. Hope you get it worked out.

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[PirateZHP]

Sucks, Shawn. I hope someone fixes this for you.

[danewilson77]

They should replace that. If there's no evidence of a star, it's a manufacturers defect.

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[ELCID86]

They should replace that. If there's no evidence of a star, it's a manufacturers defect.



Thanks I agree. Waiting on a call back from windshieldguru. The guy who installed it doesn't want to come the 50mi back to check it out. I guess the guru just shops the jobs out to others. I think the rain sensor was on kaput also.

[ELCID86]

Installed new piano black grills to go along with freshly painted front end.

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[Vas]

Looking nice.

[PirateZHP]

Looks great, Shawn. I need some piano black grills! Which ones did you go with?

[ELCID86]

Looks great, Shawn. I need some piano black grills! Which ones did you go with?

Thanks. They are Khoalty. They seem very brittle to me for some reason. I also like the look of the member here that had the chrome ribs with black frame. I'll keep these for now.


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[QC_ZHP]

My khoalty grills are brittle as well. Your car looks great, I need to get myself some yellow fogs, those look sweet.

[ELCID86]

My khoalty grills are brittle as well. Your car looks great, I need to get myself some yellow fogs, those look sweet.

Thanks. I may end up back with clears, but like these for now.


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[johnrando]

The grills look good. I kinda like the yellow fogs, which are those?

[ELCID86]

The grills look good. I kinda like the yellow fogs, which are those?

Thanks. I'm not sure of brand. Got them from someone on e46f.
I still need the cover for right side fog unless I go with the Khoalty covers above. Any thoughts?

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[ELCID86]

New replacement glass today under warranty. RLS sensor replaced.

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[ELCID86]

Bag hangers installed.

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[gmurphy]

Bag hangers installed.

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Looks great! My mother has these in her Jetta. I should "borrow" them. :)


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[ELCID86]

Looks great! My mother has these in her Jetta. I should "borrow" them. :)


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If she doesn't use them... she may never know! These are a VW part. ~$9 off ebay.

[ELCID86]

A few pictures from today.

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[Vas]

Impressive

[johnrando]

Very nice!

[PirateZHP]

Nice! I'll bring my car up next weekend for you to do.

[ELCID86]

Nice! I'll bring my car up next weekend for you to do.

Come on up, but I ain't cheap!

[BCS_ZHP]

^but he is easy (snicker...)

[QC_ZHP]

Come on up, but I ain't cheap!

:rofl Car looks fantastic. Reminds me how dirty mine is at the moment.

[Lanister]

Beaut

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[Pip]

Shawn that looks wonderful. Fantastic job on the detail and photos!

[ELCID86]

^but he is easy (snicker...)

:-) I actually am pretty cheap.

[gmurphy]

Car looks beautiful! Great work. I will be by soon also. Make sure you vacuum my trunk please. :)


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[ELCID86]

Done list:
Install 4.0 ECM -done 11/7/13
Power Steering reservoir gasket -done 11/7/13
Clean engine bay -done 11/7/13
Install Citadel Alumni sticker -done 11/7/13
Install Euro faceplate done 11/8/13
Leatherique -done 11/8/13
BMW Strut bar install w/ mod -done 11/9/13
BMW performance air intake -done 11/9/13
Polish exhaust tips -done 11/9/13
Replace headlight lenses - done 11/17/13
Replace foglights - done 11/17/13
Replace oil filler cap -done
Replace wiper blades -done
PDR door dents -done
Replace missing engine cover striped bolt covers -done
Aux Jack install -done 11/21/13
Install new Coby wheel w/ flappy paddles -done 11/21/13
Alignment - Done
VCG - done 1/1/14
VANOS seals - done 1/1/14
access door installed near oil pan
fender repairs and front end respray Jan 2014
installed new piano black grilles Jan 2014
Paint corrections/polish 1/22/14

To Do list:
Paint corrections/polish - a few more spots to hit.
First aid box install
Investigate squeaky HVAC fan/blower

[johnrando]

Quite the list! :like

[328ioc]

Shawn....how are you liking the yellow fogs and where did you get them?

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[ELCID86]

Shawn....how are you liking the yellow fogs and where did you get them?


They are fine. My old lenses were fluted and pitted pretty bad and not real bright. I like the look of these with the amber corner/side markers. I bought some replacement clear lenses for the old housings and may redo them when I repair one of my wife's TSX lenses that took a rock and lost. I'm putting Lexan on them. Might actually be a good idea for our cars--pretty much bullet proof. I got the yellow ones from a guy on e46f.

[328ioc]

What's the output like at night with the yellow lenses?

I usually run yellow bulbs but I am still looking for better output.

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