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TigerTater

07-20-2014, 06:04 PM

Anyone know where the best switched power source (comes on with the key) is in the ECU bin? I was told it's supposed to be the red with white wire with yellow spots...but just wanted to verify. Here's some pics if anyone wants to point it out. Also where is the best common ground point?

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QC_ZHP

07-20-2014, 06:36 PM

IIRC, that wire will be hot when your key is in position 2 and when the car is on so you should be good in that respect. For the ground, there is some good spots over in the drug bin and its pretty easy to route the wire over there. There could be a more ideal spot, its just the first one that comes to my mind.

OtterEffect

07-21-2014, 01:52 AM

TigerTater

07-21-2014, 02:09 AM

Hey guys, so I will be starting a maintenance/build thread soon, but figured I'd ask here first - my headlights seem to have a ton of microscopic cracks. I have tried some headlight cleaners (nothing fancy) but to no avail.. is it time for new lenses? Does anyone know what could cause this? Or are my eyes playing tricks on me and I should give it another go with a more intense headlight cleaning kit?
http://i.imgur.com/X1ahkK3.jpg

The lenses are at least bumping 8 years old ..idk what year your car is. New lenses is the best and easiest option. Khoalty sells them, and they go on sale often. I recently did them...you can look at this pic of after I changed mine...(looked like yours before) takes 30-40 min tops to do taking your time. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/21/sy6yzyhy.jpg

Takes years off the cars look

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TigerTater

07-21-2014, 02:11 AM

OtterEffect

07-21-2014, 02:16 AM

The lenses are at least bumping 8 years old ..idk what year your car is. New lenses is the best and easiest option. Khoalty sells them, and they go on sale often. I recently did them...you can look at this pic of after I changed mine...(looked like yours before) takes 30-40 min tops to do taking your time. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/21/sy6yzyhy.jpg

Takes years off the cars look

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Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking that buying new ones would be my best bet, but there are so many sellers and the prices vary so much. Nice to see the Khoalty's on your car though, I shall watch closely for a sale :). It really does make a huge difference!

Taliben

07-21-2014, 05:42 AM

Hey guys, so I will be starting a maintenance/build thread soon, but figured I'd ask here first - my headlights seem to have a ton of microscopic cracks. I have tried some headlight cleaners (nothing fancy) but to no avail.. is it time for new lenses? Does anyone know what could cause this? Or are my eyes playing tricks on me and I should give it another go with a more intense headlight cleaning kit?

I hit mine with a 3M restore kit, the one you use with a drill. It worked pretty well and my headlights were probably a couple times worse than yours. Only problem is it takes a little bit of time to get into the groove of things. The best option is probably new lenses, but idk if I would go with the khoalty/depo ones cause I've heard they pit/fade pretty quickly.

stephenkirsh

07-21-2014, 07:15 AM

I bought the khoalty zkw lenses and did a refresh, too. Check my build thread; link in my sig.

Pair of lenses was $80 compare to $120 EACH for OEM.

TigerTater

07-21-2014, 08:53 AM

I bought the khoalty zkw lenses and did a refresh, too. Check my build thread; link in my sig.

Pair of lenses was $80 compare to $120 EACH for OEM.

Yep. And if they last a couple years and need replacing I would do it again. Very good value

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OtterEffect

07-21-2014, 11:57 AM

I hit mine with a 3M restore kit, the one you use with a drill. It worked pretty well and my headlights were probably a couple times worse than yours. Only problem is it takes a little bit of time to get into the groove of things. The best option is probably new lenses, but idk if I would go with the khoalty/depo ones cause I've heard they pit/fade pretty quickly.

I have heard a mix of feedback about the khoalty. Aside from OEM, what would you recomend?

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Taliben

07-21-2014, 11:59 AM

I have heard a mix of feedback about the khoalty. Aside from OEM, what would you recomend?

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Really it depends on how much you're willing to spend, if the other guys on here have had no problem with khoalty I would probably just do that as OEM is so much more pricey to the point where it's not even worth it

stephenkirsh

07-21-2014, 01:45 PM

OtterEffect

07-21-2014, 02:09 PM

There is no alternative to OEM besides khoalty, at least that I found.

I spent quite a bit of time looking. Fitment on the lenses seems to be spot on for me.

Fitment for the clear corners that I bought...weren't. Maybe about 95% accurate. Good enough for me, but maybe not for some.

Khoalty lenses: thumbs up
Khoalty corners: 95% thumbs up

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback!

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Hornung418

07-21-2014, 04:06 PM

Think of how long the lenses have lasted. Buying the OEM and charting out the cost per year makes the OEM seem more cost effective that way. That, and they're not made by DEPO.

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gmurphy

07-21-2014, 04:11 PM

Think of how long the lenses have lasted. Buying the OEM and charting out the cost per year makes the OEM seem more cost effective that way. That, and they're not made by DEPO.

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+1
I went with AL lenses. Cheap and quality.

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stephenkirsh

07-21-2014, 05:21 PM

+1
I went with AL lenses. Cheap and quality.

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I was told AL won't fit on zkw.

stephenkirsh

07-21-2014, 05:23 PM

Think of how long the lenses have lasted. Buying the OEM and charting out the cost per year makes the OEM seem more cost effective that way. That, and they're not made by DEPO.

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Mine were 100% ruined when I bought the car. They probably needed to be changed after 75k. Considering the price difference ($80 vs $240), I was very willing to take a chance and try them out.

Hornung418

07-21-2014, 05:24 PM

I was told AL won't fit on zkw.

This is correct. And vice versa. The ZKW lenses have small casting tabs that need to be ground down if you are fitting them to the AL housing.

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Hornung418

07-21-2014, 05:38 PM

Mine were 100% ruined when I bought the car. They probably needed to be changed after 75k. Considering the price difference ($80 vs $240), I was very willing to take a chance and try them out.

Yeah holy shit thats a massive price difference between ALs and ZKWs. OEMBimmerparts shows the ALs at $73.50 a side and the ZKWs at $116.00 per.

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stephenkirsh

07-21-2014, 06:56 PM

Yup. Pretty lame, huh? No difference in raw materials. But somewhere along the supply chain a name brand gets worked in there and boom! 50% price increase lol

gmurphy

07-22-2014, 05:54 AM

I was told AL won't fit on zkw.

I was referring to the headlight covers. As in the plastic lens that goes around the entire headlight. Not the lens for the actual bulb. I have a ZKW headlight and they fit fine. No issues. If you notice on Khoalty's website there is no option to chose what headlight you have because they both are pretty much the same.

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gmurphy

07-22-2014, 05:56 AM

This is correct. And vice versa. The ZKW lenses have small casting tabs that need to be ground down if you are fitting them to the AL housing.

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Nope, I have an AL cover lens on my ZKW headlights

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danewilson77

07-22-2014, 07:21 AM

There is no alternative to OEM besides khoalty, at least that I found.

I spent quite a bit of time looking. Fitment on the lenses seems to be spot on for me.

Fitment for the clear corners that I bought...weren't. Maybe about 95% accurate. Good enough for me, but maybe not for some.

Khoalty lenses: thumbs up
Khoalty corners: 95% thumbs up

I've really been happy with the Magnetti Marelli's from FCPeuro.

LEFT
http://www.fcpeuro.com/BMW-parts?utf8=%E2%9C%93&keywords=63126924045&=

RIGHT
http://www.fcpeuro.com/BMW-parts?utf8=%E2%9C%93&keywords=63126924046&=

gmurphy

07-22-2014, 07:24 AM

I've really been happy with the Magnetti Marelli's from FCPeuro.

That's what I'm running. Good stuff.

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ELCID86

07-24-2014, 03:53 PM

Ok, guys needs some help here. Will coupe seats fit/work in a sedan? I have a lead on some NB seats from a coupe and would like to not have to swap skins. ANy issues with the rails? I think I can ignore the side handles. Thoughts?

Just found this: http://www.e46fanatics.com/forum/showthread.php?t=912984 Looks like it is doable with some minor surgery.

danewilson77

07-24-2014, 05:09 PM

No.

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Pip

07-24-2014, 05:17 PM

No.

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The base/rail swap wouldn't work?

danewilson77

07-24-2014, 05:19 PM

I don't think so. I thought seat belts and other stuff played into this as well. I could be wrong.

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ELCID86

07-24-2014, 05:48 PM

A guy I who contacted me from e46f said he put them in as a test and they worked. He said one of the mods there did a DIY write up. I need to search some more. I saw another guy who put M3 seats on a sedan also.

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danewilson77

07-24-2014, 05:59 PM

Ok. Cool.

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ELCID86

07-24-2014, 06:04 PM

Here is another thread: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=165647&highlight=m3+seats

He does mention "If going into a sedan you only have to swap the rail with the seatbelt anchor (outboard) - it's only got 2 nuts holding it in place so that's a piece of cake."

and "Sedan seatbelt bases attach to the seat rail. Coupe (including M3) seatbelt bases attach to the car floor. That's why you have to swap rails, for the seatbelts to mount.

edit: The B-pillar trim is the other part of the car that the seatbelt mounts to. Then it triangulates at the buckle."

SO I may be in luck.

stephenkirsh

07-24-2014, 08:47 PM

Aren't coupe rear sets set up only as 2 seats instead of the "3" a sedan has? Probably not a big issue, though.

Hermes

07-24-2014, 08:52 PM

Aren't coupe rear sets set up only as 2 seats instead of the "3" a sedan has? Probably not a big issue, though.

I have three seatbelts in back

TWong1200

07-24-2014, 09:44 PM

I bought the khoalty zkw lenses and did a refresh, too. Check my build thread; link in my sig.

Pair of lenses was $80 compare to $120 EACH for OEM.
But $44 for the OEM lens seal! Over 50% of the cost of the lens. Are these new seals needed?

sillieidiot

07-24-2014, 11:41 PM

ELCID86

07-25-2014, 03:49 AM

Aren't coupe rear sets set up only as 2 seats instead of the "3" a sedan has? Probably not a big issue, though.

I already have the rear seat and door cards I bought from Bill.

yes. just swap the rails. i have done this on my friends' cars.

Super, thanks! How much of a PITA is that?

stephenkirsh

07-25-2014, 08:18 AM

But $44 for the OEM lens seal! Over 50% of the cost of the lens. Are these new seals needed?

I bought them and couldn't get them installed. I know norcalzman had the same issue. I sold my seals on eBay for $37, so it wasn't a complete loss.

az3579

07-25-2014, 08:19 AM

I bought them and couldn't get them installed. I know norcalzman had the same issue. I sold my seals on eBay for $37, so it wasn't a complete loss.

Why couldn't you install them? Was it because of aftermarket lenses?

TWong1200

07-25-2014, 08:29 AM

I bought them and couldn't get them installed. I know norcalzman had the same issue. I sold my seals on eBay for $37, so it wasn't a complete loss.
So are the seals nit necessary?

gmurphy

07-25-2014, 08:35 AM

So are the seals nit necessary?

I would change em... I did my seals. It requires a lot of pushing down on the lens but it's not impossible

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stephenkirsh

07-25-2014, 09:28 AM

Why couldn't you install them? Was it because of aftermarket lenses?

I couldn't get the lenses to snap close once the new seals were in. I struggled with each one for probably 20 min before I gave up.

It seemed the old seal was still sufficient.

ELCID86

07-25-2014, 10:59 AM

IIRC someone here bought seals a few months back and they were several mm thinker than OE.

stephenkirsh

07-25-2014, 11:04 AM

Yes. It was norcalzman I think.

gmurphy

07-25-2014, 12:31 PM

IIRC someone here bought seals a few months back and they were several mm thinker than OE.

Yeah they are a different design. They fit if you get angry lol

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NorCal-Dimitri

07-25-2014, 12:58 PM

Survived my first use of a spring compressor.

How do I remove this spring perch? (Is it a perch? I'm a suspension noob.) I want to say that it screws off the threads, but it doesn't want to budge.

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y508/dimitri1337/Mobile%20Uploads/20140725_134056_zps3hqmplyl.jpg

Hornung418

07-25-2014, 05:50 PM

Take a torch to the perch, get it hot, and strike it with a rubber mallet. Should spin free.

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danewilson77

07-25-2014, 06:02 PM

Why are you removing it. Your coilovers won't use that.

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Pip

07-25-2014, 06:05 PM

Why are you removing it. Your coilovers won't use that.

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I think those are the coilovers he wants to use but with diff springs.

danewilson77

07-25-2014, 06:06 PM

Coilovers don't have a perch like that.

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danewilson77

07-25-2014, 06:11 PM

It just needs to be setup like this.

Am I doing this right? Or am I an idiot?

http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y508/dimitri1337/20140725_164358_zpsw02z3vru.jpg

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Hornung418

07-25-2014, 06:12 PM

Coils in that pic are the same strut body in the previous pic. He figured it out.

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NorCal-Dimitri

07-25-2014, 06:43 PM

That was the perch that the previous owner had the oem springs on. I had to remove it to put on the coilover lock rings. The rubber mallet did the trick, thanks.

danewilson77

07-25-2014, 07:28 PM

That was the perch that the previous owner had the oem springs on. I had to remove it to put on the coilover lock rings. The rubber mallet did the trick, thanks.
PO was running coilovers with stock springs?

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Hornung418

07-25-2014, 07:33 PM

PO was running coilovers with stock springs?

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PO was running stock springs on TCKline struts and shocks.

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NorCal-Dimitri

07-25-2014, 08:07 PM

PO was running coilovers with stock springs?

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Yup. He must've not had enough money at the time to complete the build.

stephenkirsh

07-26-2014, 04:12 PM

Lol lame. Aren't springs like $250?

stephenkirsh

07-26-2014, 04:17 PM

14856

What uhh...what's this? It's bolted to the frame near the jack. Looks like a simple stopper to put under the wheel while it's jacked up?

Hermes

07-26-2014, 04:23 PM

That's exactly what it is, a wheel chock

danewilson77

07-26-2014, 06:10 PM

14856

What uhh...what's this? It's bolted to the frame near the jack. Looks like a simple stopper to put under the wheel while it's jacked up?
Learning the car by getting your hands dirty. Love it.

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danewilson77

07-26-2014, 06:14 PM

Now to find the map lights, flashlight, fuse pullers and fuse diagram.

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NorCal-Dimitri

07-26-2014, 07:11 PM

Lol lame. Aren't springs like $250?

The springs are about $600 when they're not on sale. I ended up paying $684 for everything I needed to make it work.

stephenkirsh

07-26-2014, 07:55 PM

The springs are about $600 when they're not on sale. I ended up paying $684 for everything I needed to make it work.

Whoa my bad. What springs are that?

stephenkirsh

07-26-2014, 07:55 PM

Learning the car by getting your hands dirty. Love it.

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Almost dirty. I had gloves on :P

NorCal-Dimitri

07-26-2014, 08:05 PM

Whoa my bad. What springs are that?

No worries. They're springs from TCK.

sillieidiot

07-26-2014, 08:20 PM

you could have went with hyperco/swift springs for cheaper.

NorCal-Dimitri

07-26-2014, 08:24 PM

you could have went with hyperco/swift springs for cheaper.

Yeahhh, but I wanted to pair the TCKs with TCKs. I originally was going to go with ground control because I was told I needed camber plates to use TCK springs.

derbo

07-27-2014, 02:04 PM

Yeahhh, but I wanted to pair the TCKs with TCKs. I originally was going to go with ground control because I was told I needed camber plates to use TCK springs.

Next step is camber plates and rear strut mounts.

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NorCal-Dimitri

07-27-2014, 10:40 PM

Next step is camber plates and rear strut mounts.

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I think I might already have the rear strut mounts. What are the benefits of camber plates?

sillieidiot

07-27-2014, 10:53 PM

raises up the car, let's you adjust camber more than what the stock mounts will allow you to. let's you adjust castor (depending on the plates you get). i'd add the front reinforcement plates too.

ELCID86

07-29-2014, 09:55 AM

How much does a sport seat weigh? ~50lbs??

sillieidiot

07-29-2014, 10:22 AM

How much does a sport seat weigh? ~50lbs??

yeah without lumbar. it's between 50 and 60. with lumbar it's like 75lb i believe.

ELCID86

07-29-2014, 10:27 AM

yeah without lumbar. it's between 50 and 60. with lumbar it's like 75lb i believe.
thanks.

ELCID86

08-13-2014, 01:37 PM

Remind me what size the nut is behind the two pieces of cube trim to the right of the radio? 10MM? I need to take a wrench to install a Bimmian mount.

danewilson77

08-13-2014, 01:39 PM

Remind me what size the nut is behind the two pieces of cube trim to the right of the radio? 10MM? I need to take a wrench to install a Bimmian mount.
I think 10mm off the top of my head.

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ELCID86

08-13-2014, 04:39 PM

I think 10mm off the top of my head.

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Thanks. No biggie to take a 9 and 11 just in case.

danewilson77

08-13-2014, 06:04 PM

Thanks. No biggie to take a 9 and 11 just in case.
Unless it's 8mm.....hehe

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ELCID86

08-13-2014, 06:06 PM

Unless it's 8mm.....hehe

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ELCID86

08-16-2014, 03:05 PM

Ok. First gremlin that needs to be fixed IOT pass VA state inspection. the right livens plate bulb is out. Looks to have melted at some point. I'm not sure if this piece can be swapped or not. Can't seem to find it on realoem.
Left side works.
Any ideas?

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ELCID86

08-16-2014, 03:35 PM

I found a threat that recommends running wires from the other side and another that said just replace the whole $90 part.

Hornung418

08-16-2014, 04:07 PM

You can buy the new piece and separate the painted piece and install that instead of paying for new paint.

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328ioc

08-16-2014, 05:59 PM

I found a threat that recommends running wires from the other side and another that said just replace the whole $90 part.

Looks like a good candidate for a junk yard part.

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ELCID86

08-16-2014, 07:30 PM

You can buy the new piece and separate the painted piece and install that instead of paying for new paint.

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Looks like a good candidate for a junk yard part.

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Thanks guys. I've been trying to separate the painted cover but man it doesn't want to come loose. Anyone ever done this? I can't find a DIY.
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Hornung418

08-16-2014, 07:32 PM

Hairdryer and a sharpened screwdriver. There are six clips holding it on. Work from the ends into the middle.

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ELCID86

08-17-2014, 03:58 AM

Hairdryer and a sharpened screwdriver. There are six clips holding it on. Work from the ends into the middle.

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Thanks again Justin. I was able to pry one end apart just a bit. I need to get it disconnected from the car so I have an easier spot to work on it. I assume I need to drop the trunk liner IOT get to the wiring connector.

Hornung418

08-17-2014, 04:03 AM

Thanks again Justin. I was able to pry one end apart just a bit. I need to get it disconnected from the car so I have an easier spot to work on it. I assume I need to drop the trunk liner IOT get to the wiring connector.

Yup. I couldn't do it when I was trying to fix mine...

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ELCID86

08-17-2014, 04:30 AM

Got it. Dropped the trunk liner and disconnected the trunk grip mechanism. Heat gun, flat tip and non-marring pry tool did the rest.

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Hornung418

08-17-2014, 05:44 AM

Nice!

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ELCID86

08-17-2014, 07:31 AM

Thanks for the tech support.

Hornung418

08-17-2014, 07:58 AM

Thanks for the tech support.

Not a problem, Shawn! Bimmian sells LED license plate lights that mount in the stock location and are self contained. They are $50...But they look badass!

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ELCID86

08-17-2014, 09:25 AM

Not a problem, Shawn! Bimmian sells LED license plate lights that mount in the stock location and are self contained. They are $50...But they look badass!

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I'll take a look. In the mean time I ran two wires from the right side to the left and it provides enough power to illuminate the bulb so I can pass inspection.

fredo

08-17-2014, 09:58 AM

GL with the inspection. I'm pretty sure in TX you pass the inspection as long as one bulb above the license plate is working.

Edit: here you go, I was right. Only one bulb. Look at #14.
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/rsd/vi/inspection/inspectionCriteria.aspx

ELCID86

08-17-2014, 11:15 AM

Colin recently failed for having one plate light out and a fog out... All depends on whose doing the inspecting.

Justin, I looks like those lights still need the bulb connection "socket" for power.

stephenkirsh

08-17-2014, 11:58 AM

What agency does these inspections and how often? Nothing like that in CA...minus the insane emissions requirements.

fredo

08-17-2014, 12:14 PM

In Tx, the department of public safety (dps) is in charge. They are required once per year.

ELCID86

08-17-2014, 12:26 PM

In VA, it's a state program executed by most service stations, repair shops and dealers. Safety inspection every year and emissions (codes checked) every other year) though this is only for certain counties near DC. Word is there are "secret shoppers" that help ensure the inspectors are doing the job correctly. It's automated so the DMV is tied in and the updates are transmitted automatically and are needed in order to update registration. And yes we have to pay for the privileged of both!

http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Safety.shtm

stephenkirsh

08-17-2014, 02:04 PM

Gesh. I guess safety inspections are good. I always get a crack up when driving through Oakland on 580 at the cars that are some how still driving on the road, but shouldn't be.

az3579

08-17-2014, 02:59 PM

Gesh. I guess safety inspections are good. I always get a crack up when driving through Oakland on 580 at the cars that are some how still driving on the road, but shouldn't be.

Like the countless cars here in CT that drive around with completely blown shocks and can be seen with either the front or the back bouncing around uncontrollably at every bump? :shifty

I swear, CT needs to do safety inspections.

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ELCID86

08-17-2014, 03:56 PM

Like the countless cars here in CT that drive around with completely blown shocks and can be seen with either the front or the back bouncing around uncontrollably at every bump? :shifty

I swear, CT needs to do safety inspections.

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I saw one like that on the NJ t/p on my way home Fri. Looked like the lunar lander bouncing.

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Pip

08-19-2014, 06:57 AM

Anyone know what the plastic shield in the m3 engine bay is for?

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328ioc

08-19-2014, 06:58 AM

Heat?

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Pip

08-19-2014, 07:04 AM

Heat?

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Yes that's what I figured. Haven't had mine on for a little. I had to dremel the push pins off because the heat made them brittle. Bought some new push pins, but forgot it was off until I saw photos on tr web. Guess I'll install when I get home.

ELCID86

09-06-2014, 02:17 PM

Anybody ever read this before?

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cakM3

09-06-2014, 03:17 PM

Anybody ever read this before?

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Never seen that on either of my cars Shawn :scratchinghead

ELCID86

09-06-2014, 05:00 PM

It's on the fuse?/relay box on the drivers side. I love the bit about using cell phones from within the vehicle!

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KevinC

09-06-2014, 05:46 PM

Anyone know what the plastic shield in the m3 engine bay is for?

I dunno, but Z4M doesn't have it. Looks better without IMHO. Odd that it would be necessary in one application and not the other?

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-Bt93Mvx/0/XL/IMG_2330-XL.jpg

sillieidiot

09-07-2014, 11:06 AM

i read that, but it wasn't on the ecu box. mines was a sticker on the windshield that was damn near impossible to take off.

derbo

09-07-2014, 11:48 AM

Anyone know what the plastic shield in the m3 engine bay is for?

15170

http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/u/b/112.png

4 and 5 are the part numbers and they are considered air ducts on the parts catalog.

I believe the Z4M radiator design is different due to the longer nose and I think that is the reason why that duct doesn't exist on that vehicle.

ELCID86

09-07-2014, 01:56 PM

So does your recirculate button stay selected? Mine turns itself off. 15490

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OtterEffect

09-07-2014, 02:12 PM

So does your recirculate button stay selected? Mine turns itself off. 15490

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Mine stays selected.

Fenrir

09-07-2014, 04:24 PM

Mine turns itself off lol.

orange260z

09-07-2014, 04:29 PM

Mine stays on auto.

ELCID86

09-07-2014, 05:04 PM

Strange. My other cars stayed selected. This one does sometimes, but often does not.

NoVAphotog

09-12-2014, 09:19 AM

I just keep mine on the auto setting but I'll test it out

NoVAphotog

09-17-2014, 02:09 PM

What is the average "life expectancy" of the Valve Cover Gasket on our cars?

stephenkirsh

09-17-2014, 02:17 PM

Not sure about expectancy, but 100k or change them with your plugs is typical.

az3579

09-17-2014, 02:42 PM

What is the average "life expectancy" of the Valve Cover Gasket on our cars?

I don't think there really is a certain expectancy. They fail at various intervals. I personally treat it as a "replace when fails" item.

danewilson77

09-17-2014, 03:13 PM

Preventatively I would say 75K miles would be conservative.

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NoVAphotog

09-17-2014, 03:14 PM

I don't think there really is a certain expectancy. They fail at various intervals. I personally treat it as a "replace when fails" item.
Gotcha, yeah. It was on the list of things I had from the ppi shop...ignored it since according to records it had been 20k ago, but I've been seeing a "friend" recently...the yellow oil light on shutoff...and have a strong suspicion it is leaking. Need to do more diagnosis...if it is than its only been about 20k...and 3 years.

az3579

09-17-2014, 03:15 PM

I just figured since it's not something that'll leave you stranded, it doesn't require preventative maintenance. It depends on just how anal one decides to be when it comes to preventative stuff.

Personally I just leave the preventative maintenance to things that could leave me stranded.

In your case, Daniel, you know it's a problem, so I'd get it fixed.

stephenkirsh

09-17-2014, 03:31 PM

Gotcha, yeah. It was on the list of things I had from the ppi shop...ignored it since according to records it had been 20k ago, but I've been seeing a "friend" recently...the yellow oil light on shutoff...and have a strong suspicion it is leaking. Need to do more diagnosis...if it is than its only been about 20k...and 3 years.

Are you seeing oil at the top of the engine?

NoVAphotog

09-17-2014, 03:59 PM

Are you seeing oil at the top of the engine?

Going for drive now, checking oil upon return and will take pics. Will post in my project/maintenance thread.

jakksfor20

09-18-2014, 07:24 AM

Oil light on shutoff is an indication of low oil. VCG will give you (in most cases) an indication of oil burning smell when idling because it drops on either the exhaust manifolds or the down pipes.

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Hornung418

09-18-2014, 07:42 AM

Could also be the dreaded Oil Filter Housing Gasket...$6 part, 5 hours of labor.

NoVAphotog

09-18-2014, 07:57 AM

Could also be the dreaded Oil Filter Housing Gasket...$6 part, 5 hours of labor.

I need to check my pulleys too...so I'll pull the airbox/fan and investigate further. I'm thinking it is the idler pulley based on what I've read, sounds like a pig squealin' at the feeding trough on cold starts under there...

Hornung418

09-18-2014, 07:58 AM

I need to check my pulleys too...so I'll pull the airbox/fan and investigate further. I'm thinking it is the idler pulley based on what I've read, sounds like a pig squealin' at the feeding trough on cold starts under there...

Bahahaha

The all make that noise at some point in their life.

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NoVAphotog

09-18-2014, 08:24 AM

Bahahaha

The all make that noise at some point in their life.

lol

Noise is only heard on cold starts so I'm assuming they are aren't going to fail tomorrow...I guess if they start making noise ALL the time it's time to feed the pigs (overhaul all)? Belts are in good condition.

Hornung418

09-18-2014, 08:55 AM

Yeah squealing is bad if it never goes away.

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NoVAphotog

09-18-2014, 09:12 AM

Yeah squealing is bad if it never goes away.

The ole' sow that is the M54 and her piglets aka the pulley's...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsPjL8SUAFc

TheFinanceGuy

09-18-2014, 10:11 AM

clicked link...

slowly backs out of thread.

OtterEffect

09-26-2014, 10:51 PM

My Ultragauge picked up a pending P1515 code tonight. What is the difference between pending codes and fault codes?

NickZHP

09-27-2014, 05:10 AM

stephenkirsh

09-27-2014, 11:11 AM

My Ultragauge picked up a pending P1515 code tonight. What is the difference between pending codes and fault codes?

Pending means it's happened once and hasn't been stored. A stored code means it's happened twice and will be stored and possibly give a warning light on the dash.

stephenkirsh

09-27-2014, 11:14 AM

Hey guys I need an opinion on getting new headers. I have a chance to get Active Autowerke headers used for about $700. I want them for HP Gains and for a better sounding car. Will these headers with the stock exhaust sound good or would I need to get a full exhaust setup? And do you guys think the $700 is worth it for these headers?

Headers alone will help the sound a bit. I think you probably need a full system to get something that sounds like it's not stock, though. That's my guess from reading stuff, haven't actually tried it.

mbeckel

09-27-2014, 11:38 AM

Hey guys I need an opinion on getting new headers. I have a chance to get Active Autowerke headers used for about $700. I want them for HP Gains and for a better sounding car. Will these headers with the stock exhaust sound good or would I need to get a full exhaust setup? And do you guys think the $700 is worth it for these headers?
I have the bimmerbrakes headers with the stock exhaust. It sounds good, but I plan to add the magnaflow system. I recommend checking out bimmerbrakes headers before you jump on the active autowerks headers. Same gains, less money IMO.

ELCID86

09-27-2014, 11:41 AM

How many gallons of fuel do our cars hold?

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mbeckel

09-27-2014, 11:56 AM

How many gallons of fuel do our cars hold?

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16

ELCID86

09-27-2014, 12:01 PM

Thanks. Wanted to make sure the new fuel pump/float/guage is working. I put 14.75 in it today. The light was one but still said I had @50mi til empty.

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OtterEffect

09-27-2014, 12:02 PM

Doesn't the manual claim it's 16.6 gallons?

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stephenkirsh

09-27-2014, 01:30 PM

Yea it's definitely just above 16.5; don't remember the specifics though.

NickZHP

09-27-2014, 03:10 PM

I have the bimmerbrakes headers with the stock exhaust. It sounds good, but I plan to add the magnaflow system. I recommend checking out bimmerbrakes headers before you jump on the active autowerks headers. Same gains, less money IMO.

Yeah I dont plan on making my car too loud I just wasn't sure how it would sound with just headers + stock exhaust. I'll definitely have to check out the BimmerBrakes headers but is it really the same HP gains? Would I really just be paying for the brand name if I paid for AA headers?

mbeckel

09-27-2014, 03:12 PM

Yeah I dont plan on making my car too loud I just wasn't sure how it would sound with just headers + stock exhaust. I'll definitely have to check out the BimmerBrakes headers but is it really the same HP gains? Would I really just be paying for the brand name if I paid for AA headers?
The bimmerbrakes V3 headers gain the same as the AA. I have the V1, easier to install but maybe 2 less HP

ELCID86

09-27-2014, 03:36 PM

Doesn't the manual claim it's 16.6 gallons?

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16.6 gal (with 1.3 gal in reserve --not in addition) http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=863621&highlight=fuel+tank+capacity

TigerTater

09-27-2014, 06:36 PM

Yeah I dont plan on making my car too loud I just wasn't sure how it would sound with just headers + stock exhaust. I'll definitely have to check out the BimmerBrakes headers but is it really the same HP gains? Would I really just be paying for the brand name if I paid for AA headers?

Go to my build thread and view my video..bimmerbrakes headers with stock exhaust...sounds great! Plus the power is awesome

stephenkirsh

09-27-2014, 07:48 PM

16.6 gal (with 1.3 gal in reserve --not in addition) http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=863621&highlight=fuel+tank+capacity

Nice find.

Where IS the reserve tank located?

Avetiso

09-27-2014, 07:49 PM

Nice find.

Where IS the reserve tank located?
It's not located anywhere. It's a part of the regular tank. It's simply implied that your gauage will read 0 when there is 1.3gal left.

mbeckel

09-29-2014, 05:40 PM

Random question, I wonder if I can get the old airbag from the recall? I could use it to prank one of my smart ass friend's!

Avetiso

09-29-2014, 05:40 PM

Random question, I wonder if I can get the old airbag from the recall? I could use it to prank one of my smart ass friend's!
I have a spare laying around.

mbeckel

09-29-2014, 05:41 PM

I have a spare laying around.
"Evil laugh"

Avetiso

09-29-2014, 05:42 PM

"Evil laugh"
Completely serious face with an aura of sadistic intent.

OtterEffect

09-29-2014, 06:17 PM

Random question, I wonder if I can get the old airbag from the recall? I could use it to prank one of my smart ass friend's!

Completely serious face with an aura of sadistic intent.

:rofl I hope you have some understanding and very forgiving friends

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPolRUz3_qo

mbeckel

09-29-2014, 06:31 PM

:rofl I hope you have some understanding and very forgiving friends

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPolRUz3_qo
rofl that's still funny after seeing it 5 times!

Fenrir

09-29-2014, 06:32 PM

danewilson77

09-30-2014, 07:26 AM

I can't imagine that hitting my face.:shifty

Hornung418

09-30-2014, 07:28 AM

I can't imagine that hitting my face.:shifty

I can...and it hurts!

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danewilson77

09-30-2014, 07:31 AM

At least the Porsche doesn't have an airbag? :dunno

TheFinanceGuy

09-30-2014, 05:55 PM

Only a steering wheel.... Which I assume is a bit harder than a bag.

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OtterEffect

10-01-2014, 08:42 AM

Edit: when I started typing this I needed help with a diagnosis, now I am just confused and any input helps :)

Hey guys, kinda urgent one here.

So I was just getting off the highway after a 30 minute commute to school, and was stopped at the intersection. Light turned green and the car got off the line like it normally does, but then almost immediately (1st gear around 2k) it felt as if I had stepped in the brakes, my immediate response was to give it more gas and shift into second (as I was crossing an intersection and wanted to get out). In second, same thing, absolutely no power. I just managed to make it the nearest driveway and thankfully as soon as I pulled in, power steering went out, dash lit up, and car died.

I spoke to Dario and he suggested that it was the fuel pump. I listened for the "whir" noise but I couldn't hear it. Not sure if that's because there is no noise, or because I'm 30 feet from a massive intersection. My gas gauge indicated about 1/16 or so of a tank. All belts look good, oil is fine, as are all other engine fluids. Not a drop of anything in sight. After waiting a couple if minutes I tried to turn it on which looked like this:
https://vimeo.com/107726232

Then after recording that video, in the slight chance my fuel gauge is off, I walked to the nearest gas station and bought a gallon. After dumping it into to my car, I let it sit and then attempted another startup which looked like this:
https://vimeo.com/107726914
*insert happiness and confusion here*

Well my original question was, did my fuel pump go out. But now, since it wasn't working when I started typing this, and now is working, is my gauge just wrong and I just ran out of gass? I will go immediately now and fill her up. Would a strain on the fuel pump like this today, be a good excuse to replace it anyways?

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ELCID86

10-01-2014, 08:50 AM

Strange John. The sensor to the gauge is built into the pump so perhaps a new one is called for.

PdZHP

10-01-2014, 09:08 AM

Similar symptoms after my fuel pump was dying. Survive a couple days by hitting the gas tank before starting the car, old school trick to get the pump jump started.

NoVAphotog

10-01-2014, 09:24 AM

Strange John. The sensor to the gauge is built into the pump so perhaps a new one is called for.

Exhibit A:

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stephenkirsh

10-01-2014, 09:51 AM

I thought they tended to give a little more warning than dying like that?

Similar symptoms after my fuel pump was dying. Survive a couple days by hitting the gas tank before starting the car, old school trick to get the pump jump started.

Do you mean actually hitting it? Where in/on do you hit it?

alexandre

10-01-2014, 10:27 AM

Could be your fuel level sender on the drivers side of the tank that failed. Could indicate 1/16 level but be actually empty.

OtterEffect

10-01-2014, 10:59 AM

Could be your fuel level sender on the drivers side of the tank that failed. Could indicate 1/16 level but be actually empty.

I'm thinking this. Haven't had a single problem or even indication of a failing pump. When I went to fill her up, the pump only registered 14.3 gallons + the .8 I dumped in a couple minutes before. That's only 15.1 gallons when a "normal" fill is usually around 15.8 or so for me.

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PdZHP

10-01-2014, 12:06 PM

stephenkirsh

10-01-2014, 01:57 PM

Started by hitting it underneath the rear passenger side of the car. After that was no longer working I removed my back seat and hit the top of the fuel pump. Lasted only about 4 days like this until it fully died.

Hey I guess that's something until the new pump arrives.

So you would hit it, then go start? Or would you try and start it and then it if it didn't work?

az3579

10-01-2014, 02:29 PM

I'm thinking this. Haven't had a single problem or even indication of a failing pump. When I went to fill her up, the pump only registered 14.3 gallons + the .8 I dumped in a couple minutes before. That's only 15.1 gallons when a "normal" fill is usually around 15.8 or so for me.

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You are letting your gas tank get way too empty. The fuel pump needs the fuel to help keep it cool. Your symptoms are sounding like a bad fuel pump. I had almost the same issue when mine let go. Luckily I was driving around with a spare pump in the trunk in case it happened, since it had 191k on it. Time between first symptom and replacement: 3 hours, only because I had somewhere I needed to be before I could swap the pump.

I strongly believe that not letting my gauge read below 1/4 tank most of the time helped prolong my pump's life, which is exactly what I did. I have no facts to prove it, but there isn't any reason to let it get that low, so I fill it up once it reaches 1/4 mark. :thumbsup

stephenkirsh

10-01-2014, 02:57 PM

If only you knew the scarcity of north bay gas stations... Lol

OtterEffect

10-01-2014, 03:08 PM

You are letting your gas tank get way too empty. The fuel pump needs the fuel to help keep it cool. Your symptoms are sounding like a bad fuel pump. I had almost the same issue when mine let go. Luckily I was driving around with a spare pump in the trunk in case it happened, since it had 191k on it. Time between first symptom and replacement: 3 hours, only because I had somewhere I needed to be before I could swap the pump.

I strongly believe that not letting my gauge read below 1/4 tank most of the time helped prolong my pump's life, which is exactly what I did. I have no facts to prove it, but there isn't any reason to let it get that low, so I fill it up once it reaches 1/4 mark. :thumbsup

Hmm well I am only at 81.4k so hopefully my pump is still alright. As for filling habits, I generally tend to fill up as soon as I can after the yellow indicator comes on. From now on, il leave a 1/4 in there.. Can't hurt right? :)

Would there be any way I could check my fuel pump's well being just by pulling it out and inspecting it? I'm assuming no.

It sounds like running out of gas and loosing a fuel pump feel pretty similar :dunno

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az3579

10-01-2014, 03:15 PM

Hmm well I am only at 81.4k so hopefully my pump is still alright. As for filling habits, I generally tend to fill up as soon as I can after the yellow indicator comes on. From now on, il leave a 1/4 in there.. Can't hurt right? :)

Fuel pumps are like computer hard drives. They have a 100% failure rate. It's not a question of IF, it's a question of WHEN!

Would there be any way I could check my fuel pump's well being just by pulling it out and inspecting it? I'm assuming no.

Unfortunately not. :(

It sounds like running out of gas and loosing a fuel pump feel pretty similar :dunno

Yes, the symptoms can be similar, but not always. Sometimes a pump will soft fail, meaning throw codes, have hard starting, or have a loss of power. Other times it'll be a hard failure, such as the car not starting at all. In my case, it was a soft fail that very quickly escalated into a hard fail; I lost almost all power above 2k RPM, and at that moment knew I had to pull over. I got extremely lucky; there was a service station on the highway I was travelling on, so I pulled over there, got a ride to my destination, and swapped it when I got done.

You could have tests done to test fuel pressure if you wanted some sort of test. I'd start ordering one now though and keep it handy just in case...

P.S. - Just for reference, I ordered the VDO branded fuel pump from FCP Euro (since they have a location 15 minutes from me). I was pleasantly surprised to see that it is an actual Genuine BMW pump, only with the BMW logo scratched off. :thumbsup

PdZHP

10-01-2014, 03:18 PM

Hey I guess that's something until the new pump arrives.

So you would hit it, then go start? Or would you try and start it and then it if it didn't work?

Turn key to the first position, strike the tank/pump, then turn key to start. After striking it i would hear the pump prime itself.

danewilson77

10-01-2014, 03:18 PM

Hmm well I am only at 81.4k so hopefully my pump is still alright. As for filling habits, I generally tend to fill up as soon as I can after the yellow indicator comes on. From now on, il leave a 1/4 in there.. Can't hurt right? :)

Would there be any way I could check my fuel pump's well being just by pulling it out and inspecting it? I'm assuming no.

It sounds like running out of gas and loosing a fuel pump feel pretty similar :dunno

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Yes. 1/4 tank is good rule of thumb.

No flame suit required!

PdZHP

10-01-2014, 03:19 PM

Hmm well I am only at 81.4k so hopefully my pump is still alright. As for filling habits, I generally tend to fill up as soon as I can after the yellow indicator comes on. From now on, il leave a 1/4 in there.. Can't hurt right? :)

Would there be any way I could check my fuel pump's well being just by pulling it out and inspecting it? I'm assuming no.

It sounds like running out of gas and loosing a fuel pump feel pretty similar :dunno

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My car/pump only had 70k miles.

Avetiso

10-01-2014, 03:55 PM

ELCID86

10-01-2014, 04:01 PM

I try not to let the light come on.

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OtterEffect

10-01-2014, 05:20 PM

Don't forget I've taken that cluster apart like 4 times. The gas gauge could be maladjusted because of me.

That could be possible. Does the light correlate with needle position or the actual sensor? In other words, if the gauge was slightly off, would the indicator turn on at the wrong time, or are they unrelated?

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Hornung418

10-01-2014, 05:39 PM

All this talk about fuel pumps and DTEs...I just found out that the 951 has a 21 gallon fuel tank...

If I could average 25mpg that's a massive 525 miles to the tank!!! Can't wait for the tune up so she's running smooth and oil burning free!!

OtterEffect

10-01-2014, 06:34 PM

Thanks for all the help today, guys! Never had anything like that happen before. Fuel pumps don't break the bank, so I'll pick on up with my next paycheck and keep it handy just in case. I might also pull off the cluster one last time and see if I can re-calibrate the needles.

All this talk about fuel pumps and DTEs...I just found out that the 951 has a 21 gallon fuel tank...

If I could average 25mpg that's a massive 525 miles to the tank!!! Can't wait for the tune up so she's running smooth and oil burning free!!

I can't wait for videos with 'wooooshhh' noises :biggrin

stephenkirsh

10-01-2014, 09:10 PM

That could be possible. Does the light correlate with needle position or the actual sensor? In other words, if the gauge was slightly off, would the indicator turn on at the wrong time, or are they unrelated?

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My assumption is that the needle position and the low gas light are based on the exact same sensor.

Avetiso

10-01-2014, 09:23 PM

That could be possible. Does the light correlate with needle position or the actual sensor? In other words, if the gauge was slightly off, would the indicator turn on at the wrong time, or are they unrelated?

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I don't know. You could test that but you'd have to readjust the needles to be incredibly off to confirm it.

I get the feeling they aren't related.

Avetiso

10-01-2014, 10:03 PM

Anyone have an RTAB tool besides Marcus? I can't reach him.

LivesNearCostco

10-01-2014, 10:21 PM

Dario, I rented it from Marcus but it's been sitting in my garage cuz I haven't had time to pull the OEM RTABs out. Was hoping to use it Friday but not sure I will get to that, then I am traveling a bit after that. If you work a deal with Marcus where I send it to you before or after I use it, that's fine with me.

Avetiso

10-01-2014, 10:23 PM

az3579

10-02-2014, 03:27 AM

ELCID86

10-02-2014, 01:16 PM

The light comes on when there are 60 miles left to a tank, according to the "distance to go" readout on the OBC.

Good to know. Thanks!

mLuMaN83

10-03-2014, 05:06 PM

Anybody know what the center cap emblem size is on the 18" CSL reps? I see all kinds of sizes and I have one missing. I'm about to order a bunch more shit for my car...

:shift

Avetiso

10-03-2014, 05:40 PM

Anybody know what the center cap emblem size is on the 18" CSL reps? I see all kinds of sizes and I have one missing. I'm about to order a bunch more shit for my car...

:shift
Should be the same as OEM far as I'm concerned.

mLuMaN83

10-03-2014, 05:54 PM

I read on e46 fanatics that 64.5 was the size but googling the OEM size I find 68mm? Then I see 70mm? I'm having trouble here.

mLuMaN83

10-03-2014, 06:16 PM

I'm live chatting them...

Newjack

10-03-2014, 06:24 PM

I read on e46 fanatics that 64.5 was the size but googling the OEM size I find 68mm? Then I see 70mm? I'm having trouble here.

If only there was some website out there that had all of the OEM BMW part numbers with diagrams and I could just find the part I was looking for... (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BL95&mospid=50641&btnr=36_0698&hg=36&fg=15)

Oh well I guess I'll keep dreaming.

Hornung418

10-03-2014, 06:36 PM

Anybody know what the center cap emblem size is on the 18" CSL reps? I see all kinds of sizes and I have one missing. I'm about to order a bunch more shit for my car...

:shift

Is missing one center cap. Has three others to measure. Asks for the size of the center cap. Finish that bottle of moscato, girl. You deserve it.

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mLuMaN83

10-03-2014, 06:56 PM

Name calling, fantastic.

Avetiso

10-03-2014, 10:38 PM

Name calling, fantastic.
Outside of the flaming...

Why don't you just measure it? Not going to lie, it's a pretty good idea.

mLuMaN83

10-04-2014, 05:43 AM

The best measurement I could get while using an inch-mm converter was somewhere in between 68mm and 70mm but closer to 70mm so I guess thats what I will go with.

15863

These also seem to be domed so shows why one fell off and the others are hanging on by a thread. The ones that came on the wheels are flat. ECS research showed 2 different part numbers for 70mm. What a weird thing to have trouble finding information on.

stephenkirsh

10-04-2014, 08:01 AM

68mm is what style 135s are... I think most are 68mm. But CSLs aren't like "most."

I'd still bet on 68mm

Newjack

10-04-2014, 10:05 AM

If only there was some website out there that had all of the OEM BMW part numbers with diagrams and I could just find the part I was looking for... (http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BL95&mospid=50641&btnr=36_0698&hg=36&fg=15)

Oh well I guess I'll keep dreaming.

68mm is what style 135s are... I think most are 68mm. But CSLs aren't like "most."

I'd still bet on 68mm

Yeah it's 68mm. The link above goes right to the realoem diagram of a style 163 CSL rim along with all of the part numbers.

Figured that was the answer to Mike's question. :dunno

mLuMaN83

10-04-2014, 04:33 PM

Thanks for the help. I looked up that part number last night and could not find any size information. Just part descriptions and info. Maybe I just missed it. Measuring myself and trying to convert to mm wasn't going too hot either as mm is such a fine measurement.

stephenkirsh

10-06-2014, 03:08 PM

The light comes on when there are 60 miles left to a tank, according to the "distance to go" readout on the OBC.

Did you typo the "50" as "60"?

Here I am today, 59 and no light.

15938

flavo

10-06-2014, 03:51 PM

What are the brightest reverse lights I can get within reason monetarily for the 1156 bulb? More importantly, will aftermarket bulbs set off a burnt bulb dash light or something?

jakksfor20

10-06-2014, 08:03 PM

Getting two sets of these as soon as I can pick them up. https://www.beyonddrivenauto.com/bmw-led-plate-housings

If you look up at the lighting page header you may catch a glimpse of the wife's ZHP. Awesome LED fog lights too.

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az3579

10-07-2014, 03:46 AM

Did you typo the "50" as "60"?

Here I am today, 59 and no light.

15938

No typo. 60 on my car, on the dot, not that I ever let it get down that far unless I'm flat broke.
60 on many other peoples' cars.

Hornung418

10-07-2014, 04:23 AM

328ioc

10-07-2014, 04:31 AM

jakksfor20

10-07-2014, 04:58 AM

Do you have any pics of the fog lights?

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What kind of shots are you looking for? My sig pic has them and I posted a review here. http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1035617.

az3579

10-07-2014, 05:59 AM

The correct answer is two gallons. Mileage is not relative to the dummy light.

Mine is ALWAYS 60 miles, regardless of what fuel economy I'm getting. :dunno

slater

10-07-2014, 06:06 AM

Did you typo the "50" as "60"?

Here I am today, 59 and no light.

15938

mine is different every time, and in KMs, obviously. :)

are you always only getting ~305 miles per tank? i get over 400 on a regular basis of mixed city/highway, typically around 450 on pure highway.

peter

stephenkirsh

10-07-2014, 07:43 AM

mine is different every time, and in KMs, obviously. :)

are you always only getting ~305 miles per tank? i get over 400 on a regular basis of mixed city/highway, typically around 450 on pure highway.

peter

Pretty sure mine is always at 50 on the dot. Same on my 325, but I rarely get down that low.

Yes I only get 300 miles per tank. I have an auto, so it maxes out at about 27mpg highway, but the majority of my driving is all city. Also, I had autocross on that tank, so 300 is pretty good.

Daddyoh

10-08-2014, 06:37 AM

Did you typo the "50" as "60"?

Here I am today, 59 and no light.

15938

Well, I got a light, hahaha...
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mLuMaN83

10-08-2014, 06:48 AM

Well, I got a light, hahaha...
(Sorry, not sure how to resize a pic.)

Oh that poor fuel pump. ;)

az3579

10-08-2014, 07:24 AM

Oh that poor fuel pump. ;)

This...

stephenkirsh

10-08-2014, 07:34 AM

Lol oops.

I think JR got down to 0 miles once recently?

johnrando

10-08-2014, 07:36 AM

Yes, unfortunately I did. Definitely not on purpose. As they said, not good for your fuel pump, but I didn't have any residual effects.

328ioc

10-08-2014, 08:40 AM

What kind of shots are you looking for? My sig pic has them and I posted a review here. http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1035617.

That works perfect.

I am usually on my phone or Tablet so I can't see your SIG. I'll log on in a bit and check it out.

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Daddyoh

10-08-2014, 10:18 AM

Yes, unfortunately I did. Definitely not on purpose. As they said, not good for your fuel pump, but I didn't have any residual effects.
Well fortunately, I have had no side effects either. And it will be my last time for this risk. My wife wouldn't let me live that down, especially if she had to scoop me up from along side of the road, lol. (I always keep her X3 M-Sport well fueled... ;-{D )

Newjack

10-08-2014, 10:36 AM

What are the brightest reverse lights I can get within reason monetarily for the 1156 bulb? More importantly, will aftermarket bulbs set off a burnt bulb dash light or something?
I have CREE LED reverse lights on my car that I got from khoalty. They are about as bright as you are going to find. Don't know if khoalty still sells them, but they were fairly inexpensive

stephenkirsh

10-09-2014, 12:11 PM

15957

Perfect.

Suggestions for fixing?

az3579

10-09-2014, 12:16 PM

15957

Perfect.

Suggestions for fixing?

Personally I recommend either 1) ripping off the fabric (this is what I did), or 2) replacing. Some people had success with gluing it while some have not had success with that.

I think it looks fine without it even on there, so I'd just rip it.

stephenkirsh

10-09-2014, 01:17 PM

It still seems to be fairly solid. I was able to put it back up by hand and it held fine. Guess I'll try gluing for now.

Any glue suggestions?

328ioc

10-09-2014, 06:12 PM

I have CREE LED reverse lights on my car that I got from khoalty. They are about as bright as you are going to find. Don't know if khoalty still sells them, but they were fairly inexpensive

I have heard good things about those. I may order a set to add to my new LED mods.......

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az3579

10-10-2014, 03:50 AM

I have heard good things about those. I may order a set to add to my new LED mods.......

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CREE LEDs are the shit. I have 25W ones for my turn signals and they are easily just as bright as the new BMWs that have LEDs from the factory. These LEDs allow me to run my RCR lights (which I GREATLY prefer over Eagle Eyes) and still have lighting that is just as good as OEM LEDs.

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flavo

10-10-2014, 10:12 AM

CREE LEDs are the shit. I have 25W ones for my turn signals and they are easily just as bright as the new BMWs that have LEDs from the factory. These LEDs allow me to run my RCR lights (which I GREATLY prefer over Eagle Eyes) and still have lighting that is just as good as OEM LEDs.

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do you have links? even if it's just an ebay link so I can find a similar light.
I searched khoalty for "1156" and come up with nothing. I read a review on them from a couple years back, so I tried finding them to no success.

az3579

10-10-2014, 10:57 AM

flavo

10-10-2014, 02:04 PM

Thanks so much AZ

johnrando

10-11-2014, 12:19 PM

Yes, unfortunately I did. Definitely not on purpose. As they said, not good for your fuel pump, but I didn't have any residual effects.
Since someone asked, I wanted to be clear that the car didn't run out of gas. There is a 1.6 gal reserve when the miles left reads 0.

jakksfor20

10-11-2014, 01:18 PM

do you have links? even if it's just an ebay link so I can find a similar light.
I searched khoalty for "1156" and come up with nothing. I read a review on them from a couple years back, so I tried finding them to no success.

Khoalty doesn't have much of a selection in my experience.
Just go on to eBay and search for "1156 CREE CANBUS 25W" and choose one that's white. Unfortunately I can't provide a link to the exact ones I bought because you know, eBay sellers never seem to stay the same for some reason. There are tons of them; as long as it meets the "CREE CANBUS" criteria then you should be good to go.

Search for beyond driven auto on eBay or web. All of his LED products are CREE. I know one of the owners (has 3 BMW's and has had 25 or so in total). You can call him, ask any lighting related question and can point you in right direction. They ship same day or the next business day. Lifetime warranty. Basically no questions asked unless it's really an f'up on your part. I've paid for anything that I've got from him. Picked up license plate bulbs/covers (18 led's) and the reverse lights today. Here's a link for the 1156. http://m.ebay.com/itm/161424491084?nav=SEARCHhttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/11/ce8952e684ebb5786b0b167f8f81eb7a.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/10/11/fb69f4c2f009318cbf24e4fc8c2e9002.jpg

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stephenkirsh

10-11-2014, 05:05 PM

15957

Perfect.

Suggestions for fixing?

Got some spray on fabric glue. Tried two rounds of it and it doesn't seem to be sticking. It glued two newspapers together so it works.

Any suggestions? I'll try throwing a larger layer of glue at it. The instructions said go lightly, but I'm wondering if the panel/fabric is absorbing the glue.

Avetiso

10-11-2014, 05:18 PM

Got some spray on fabric glue. Tried two rounds of it and it doesn't seem to be sticking. It glued two newspapers together so it works.

Any suggestions? I'll try throwing a larger layer of glue at it. The instructions said go lightly, but I'm wondering if the panel/fabric is absorbing the glue.

The problem is that fabric is left behind and the glue sinks below it. There is very little actual surface area of it bonding.

ELCID86

10-11-2014, 06:02 PM

^and if you use too much and it's too wet, it will soak thru and leave stains (been there). Be sure to wait until it's tacky.
The c-pillars are in the $45 range and I'd recommend replacing them or leaving bare is the spray doesn't work.

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stephenkirsh

10-11-2014, 06:54 PM

Yea if I can't get it to stick I'll pull fabric off or buy a new one.

Sigh!

mLuMaN83

10-11-2014, 06:55 PM

From the pics, it looks just as good. Ide like to see better pics of what that color looks like without fabric.

I just bought new fronts and rears myself. They were dirty from jobs and pealing.

stephenkirsh

10-11-2014, 07:44 PM

Color is pretty much identical. But I can easily see the difference in fabric pattern between the two. I think it's acceptable, but visible if you know what you're looking for.

mLuMaN83

10-11-2014, 08:09 PM

Just rip it off then! Most people don't know their ass from a hole in the ground let alone care. We on the other hand, are another breed.

I say rip it. You are already half way there lol. The back ones never get looked at anyways. I would imagine gluing would end up looking terrible if you got it to work.

stephenkirsh

10-11-2014, 08:12 PM

Well it's only 1/4 off. It looks fine when I put it back up with my hand. Oh well.

mLuMaN83

10-11-2014, 08:18 PM

Worst case scenario, you just get some new ones. $40 something dollars a piece isn't too bad. Still realistically expensive but not bad. Thats my lunch budget for a week and I can find my way around eating out every day for a month. Probably healthy in the long run too lol.

ELCID86

10-12-2014, 06:27 AM

I just went and ripped the fabric off of Colin's. It wouldn't have looked bad except there is dried spray glue on them from where I tried to repair them before. I'm now in the remove or replace camp.

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Stewbie

10-12-2014, 08:05 AM

stephenkirsh

10-25-2014, 08:07 PM

Car covers for e46. Any tips?

wsmeyer

10-25-2014, 09:12 PM

Oh that poor fuel pump. ;)

This...

Yes, unfortunately I did. Definitely not on purpose. As they said, not good for your fuel pump, but I didn't have any residual effects.

Why?

The fuel pump pickup is on the bottom of the tank. What do you think is floating around in your tank on top of the gas?

stephenkirsh

10-25-2014, 09:57 PM

It's fine so long as there aren't any moments where it's getting 100% of the fuel it's trying to get. The pump can spin too quickly and overheat if there isn't enough fuel to draw.

ELCID86

10-26-2014, 04:30 AM

Car covers for e46. Any tips?

Make sure the car is clean before you put it on so the cover doesn't grind the dirt into the finish. (Probably not the tip you were looking for :-)

johnrando

10-26-2014, 09:12 AM

Cover craft is a good brand. It also depends on indoor or light vs. Heavy (rain, snow) outdoor use. Just get a quality one that matches what you are trying to do. Also instead of the generic ones get one specifically designed for your csr.

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stephenkirsh

10-26-2014, 10:59 AM

Make sure the car is clean before you put it on so the cover doesn't grind the dirt into the finish. (Probably not the tip you were looking for :-)

Hm. No but that's a good tip.

My parking space at my apartment is literally next to a dirt path that is a major commute route for people walking/riding bikes through the middle of my city.

I wanted a cover to help keep some of the dust off, but there's no way the car will be clean every time I would put the cover on :/

ELCID86

10-27-2014, 05:18 AM

Does any know if the bracket behind this door catch will stay in place or fall if the two screws are removed?
Trying to gain access to PDR a dent.

16203

Hornung418

10-27-2014, 07:10 AM

Does any know if the bracket behind this door catch will stay in place or fall if the two screws are removed?
Trying to gain access to PDR a dent.

16203

Put a welding magnet on it. I don't think it will fall, but better safe than sorry.

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ELCID86

10-27-2014, 08:35 AM

Put a welding magnet on it. I don't think it will fall, but better safe than sorry.

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Good idea (need to add that to my with list!). PDR guy didn't want to chance messing up the threads and didn't think it would give him the access/angle he needed.

NoVAphotog

10-30-2014, 11:51 AM

What size spanner do you need to fondle the nipple of the clutch? :shifty

fredo

10-30-2014, 11:53 AM

Hey ! ... Oh, wait a second. I missed the clutch part. :biggrin

3ZHP

10-30-2014, 02:14 PM

Car covers for e46. Any tips?

I went with BMW and am very happy. It fits nice and has a sown in bag that always stays attached and hides on the underside of the Boot.

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