Shawn's 04 IR/Alc/6MT Red Rehab Project

[ELCID86]

Ugh, I need to update this with dates and mileage.

Stuff I've done:

Driver's seat bolster repair
Bimmian phone mount and bluetooth adapter
Oil change
Painted rear deck
Style 135 wheels Michelin PSS and spacers.
Tint 50%
Clutch Stop
Cargo trunk net
Pulleys and tensioners, PS pulley
GMG front plate bracket
aspherical mirrors
Eurotray
Cabin air filter
sisal floor mats
cube trim refresh
Fuel pump
OE Bi-xenon headlights
SW 4.0 LCM and Euro faceplate (rear fogs)
Rogue Engineering RSMs
HID Fog light repair
Clear corner and side lights
License plate light repair
Pre-Cat O2 sensors
ZiZa interior lights
CREE LED reverse lights
Illuminated shift knob
Short Shift Kit, shifter bushings #25111222015 and #25117507670 (x2) as well as the dowel pin #2311466134.
BMW Performance Cold Air Intake (CAI)
Under-seat first aid boxes
Coil packs
GAS DISA repair
GAS 1.4 BAR ET cap
Homelink module and Sunroof Switch Panel
replace passenger door (rust)
front suspension and Z4M FCABs (alignment)
tranny and diff fluids
windshield
cowl
front clip respray
Mason Engineering strut bar install
VANOS and VCG
Stett intake boots
PS Reservoir and hoses
gloss black grilles
headlight lenses
Lower front grille replacement
Cracked dead pedal replaced

Pending:

[ELCID86]

A few "before" pictures.
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[cakM3]

I was waiting for this thread......looking forward to progress Shawn!!! :thumbsup

[BCS_ZHP]

You're such a tease...

[ELCID86]

You're such a tease...

Patience. :-)

[cakM3]

I will be interested in seeing how the side bolster repairs turn out....I know Shawn.... in good time ;)

[BCS_ZHP]

You were right Shawn, the wheels are ugly

[ELCID86]

I will be interested in seeing how the side bolster repairs turn out....I know Shawn.... in good time ;)

I checked with Mike @Coby. He does not carry the alc. with backing on it which he said we need. I'll keep looking for a source.


You were right Shawn, the wheels are ugly

+1 :-) WIll be looking for something to put on her as soon as I work through some other more pressing needs.

[ELCID86]

I'm still looking for recommendations on how best to repair/replace the right license light fixture.

Part is Trunk lid grip with key button: P/N 51137170966 and Gasket, trunk lid grip P/N 51138236267

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[ELCID86]

Also looks like the I need to replace a HID fog. This one is inop

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While this one works:

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I don't know anything about HIDs so any recommendations are welcome. For now I have removed both as in VA if they are installed, they have to work.

[cakM3]

Go to DDM Tuning to replace your fog HIDs. You can get a new Slim ballast 35W HID kit for $29.95

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This is the kit I have installed in both my cars Shawn...had them over three trouble-free years so far :thumbsup

Here are the options for bulb color
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[ELCID86]

Thanks CHarlie. I guess I should do both sides. ??

bulb type? and color?

[cakM3]

Shawn, the kit comes in pairs so for the money these kits are awesome. I run 6000k presently but would recommend 5000k for a more white appearance. You will also get more distance with white but then get the 5000k D2S bulbs from this site as well so you have even color distribution on your lighting :thumbsup

The kits and bulbs are very cheap and last a long time :thumbsup

[az3579]

Shawn,
I have my two ballasts that I took off when I did the LED fog retrofit. One of them works just fine, the other not so much. You can have the one that works if you want it.

Condition: You take the bad one too. :p

[fredo]

Congrats, Shawn ! I'm in for the seat repair details. :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Shawn,
I have my two ballasts that I took off when I did the LED fog retrofit. One of them works just fine, the other not so much. You can have the one that works if you want it.

Condition: You take the bad one too. :p

Sure. Worth a try I guess. I'll text you.

[ELCID86]

Congrats, Shawn ! I'm in for the seat repair details. :thumbsup

Sure thing. (me too!)

[ELCID86]

I'm still looking for recommendations on how best to repair/replace the right license light fixture.



I can't figure out if TRUNK LID GRIP WITH KEY BUTT (51-13-7-170-966) actually separates. The pics I've seen show it in multiple pieces, but it sure doesn't want to come apart.

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[Vas]

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[OtterEffect]

Looking forward to fallowing this! Cool to be in from the start :)


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[ELCID86]

Thanks guys.
Update on repairing the license plate light. I dropped the trunk liner and disconnected the trunk grip mechanism. Heat gun, flat tip and non-marring pry tool did the rest.
There are 8 tabs on the painted cover. There is also some type of adhesive.

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[ELCID86]

Removed the hood insulation. Something may have been living in there!
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[Avetiso]

When did this happen?!?!?! Grants on the car!

[Johnmadd]

Thanks guys.
Update on repairing the license plate light. I dropped the trunk liner and disconnected the trunk grip mechanism. Heat gun, flat tip and non-marring pry tool did the rest.
There are 8 tabs on the painted cover. There is also some type of adhesive.

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I broke clips trying to get mine apart yesterday, I have the unpainted piece and going to see how much to get painted tomorrow. My other thought was vinyl carbon fiber wrap. Up for suggestions.

[ELCID86]

Wrap might be a good (cheap?) option. I think the key to getting it apart was the heat Justin recommended.

Was your light out also John?


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[Johnmadd]

Wrap might be a good (cheap?) option. I think the key to getting it apart was the heat Justin recommended.

Was your light out also John?


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Prong broke off, due to corrosion.

[WolfBMW]

Congrats on your new car!

[webster]

Congrats, hope you got this for next to nothing. Price if I may ask?

[slater]

I'm still looking for recommendations on how best to repair/replace the right license light fixture.

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hey shawn,

i had the same issue with the license plate light on mine - it was very badly corroded. i ended up fixing it for about $3 in parts.

i don't have any pics (i don't take them while i work on stuff ;) ), but what i ended up doing was buying a small generic lamp at the auto parts store (with a similar-sized bulb), and then mounting it to the original gray plastic piece (that has the hole burned through it - mine had the same hole!).

i'll see if i can pop the assembly out and get a pic for you. took me an hour but was well worth the effort (and cost savings).

peter

[ELCID86]

hey shawn,

i had the same issue with the license plate light on mine - it was very badly corroded. i ended up fixing it for about $3 in parts.

i don't have any pics (i don't take them while i work on stuff ;) ), but what i ended up doing was buying a small generic lamp at the auto parts store (with a similar-sized bulb), and then mounting it to the original gray plastic piece (that has the hole burned through it - mine had the same hole!).

i'll see if i can pop the assembly out and get a pic for you. took me an hour but was well worth the effort (and cost savings).

peter
Thanks Peter. Not a bad idea. Did you solder the wires to the other side?

She passed VA safety and emissions inspection today. Also titled in VA and registered at DMV.

[NoVAphotog]

Thanks Peter. Not a bad idea. Did you solder the wires to the other side?

She passed VA safety and emissions inspection today. Also titled in VA and registered at DMV.

:roundel

And the Commonwealth scores another Imola ZHP! :D

Also, might be worth a call to ask the upholstery/accessory shop near my office here in Arlington if they could repair the Alcantara, I've seen the work they've done on a co-workers leather seats, top notch. Fair pricing as well according to him.

Sure-Fit Website (http://www.sure-fit.com/about.asp)

[ELCID86]

:roundel

And the Commonwealth scores another Imola ZHP! :D

Also, might be worth a call to ask the upholstery/accessory shop near my office here in Arlington if they could repair the Alcantara, I've seen the work they've done on a co-workers leather seats, top notch. Fair pricing as well according to him.

Sure-Fit Website (http://www.sure-fit.com/about.asp)
Thanks Daniel. Always good to have a referral.

[Vas]

:roundel

And the Commonwealth scores another Imola ZHP! :D

Also, might be worth a call to ask the upholstery/accessory shop near my office here in Arlington if they could repair the Alcantara, I've seen the work they've done on a co-workers leather seats, top notch. Fair pricing as well according to him.

Sure-Fit Website (http://www.sure-fit.com/about.asp)

I believe that makes 3 cars that are Imola.

[ELCID86]

Sure-fit said she needs my to stop by so she can make sure she orders the right fabric and will then give me a quote. I hope to do that tomorrow as I have meetings out in Reston.

Oh and the wheels may be ugly, but now they are clean!

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[az3579]

I kind of like those wheels... :shifty
If anything you can make them winter wheels if you feel so inclined to get a summer set.

[zhpnsnv]

Yea they are a lot less ugly now that they're clean. Perfect winters.

[ELCID86]

Yea they are a lot less ugly now that they're clean. Perfect winters.
My thoughts too.

[johnrando]

GL on your project!

[Torxuvin]

Looks much better clean. Congrats on the new project!

[ELCID86]

Looks much better clean. Congrats on the new project!

Thanks Cam. Remind you of anything??

[slater]

Thanks Peter. Not a bad idea. Did you solder the wires to the other side?

She passed VA safety and emissions inspection today. Also titled in VA and registered at DMV.

nice, i guess you fixed the light for the safety test?

i actually butt-spliced the wires from the replacement bulb assembly into the existing wires, as they had corroded so much that one of the wires was not even attached to the bulb-holding assembly anymore. :)

i electrical-taped it up tightly to prevent moisture ingress and it works great!

peter

[ELCID86]

nice, i guess you fixed the light for the safety test?

i actually butt-spliced the wires from the replacement bulb assembly into the existing wires, as they had corroded so much that one of the wires was not even attached to the bulb-holding assembly anymore. :)

i electrical-taped it up tightly to prevent moisture ingress and it works great!

peter
I temporarily ran two wires from the other bulb just to pass inspection. Do you recall which of the 3 wires is hot and ground (brown I'm sure). And what it the third one for?

[slater]

I temporarily ran two wires from the other bulb just to pass inspection. Do you recall which of the 3 wires is hot and ground (brown I'm sure). And what it the third one for?

oh goodness... really jogging the memory banks now. :)

brown is definitely ground, i think i remember that two of them were brown? i think i recall now that one of the wires was actually a ground lead back to the other side, so you really only have 1 hot and 1 ground.

peter

[ELCID86]

oh goodness... really jogging the memory banks now. :)

brown is definitely ground, i think i remember that two of them were brown? i think i recall now that one of the wires was actually a ground lead back to the other side, so you really only have 1 hot and 1 ground.

peter

Thanks. I went to two auto parts stores and radio shack with no luck the salvage yard doesn't want to sell just the handle, but the whole trunk!



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[Johnmadd]

Shawn, it less than 85 after shipping from ecs. I have a good spare from my old assembly but I value it at half the price of the whole new assembly because of the painting hassle of said new assembly and availability of the product.

[Vas]

New handle and new paint? Or get a used black one?

[ELCID86]

Shawn, it less than 85 after shipping from ecs. I have a good spare from my old assembly but I value it at half the price of the whole new assembly because of the painting hassle of said new assembly and availability of the product.

I sent you a pm


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[mbeckel]

I kind of like those wheels... :shifty
If anything you can make them winter wheels if you feel so inclined to get a summer set.
Cold weather problems. :)

[cakM3]

Sure-fit said she needs my to stop by so she can make sure she orders the right fabric and will then give me a quote.

Shawn, i'd like to know how long and how much the alcantara repairs run you if you don't mind. If I have another week-long trip in the area, I might want to use the same shop for repairs to my seat as well :thumbsup


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[ELCID86]

Shawn, i'd like to know how long and how much the alcantara repairs run you if you don't mind. If I have another week-long trip in the area, I might want to use the same shop for repairs to my seat as well :thumbsup


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Will do. I won't make it tomorrow though as my meeting got cancelled. Maybe I can talk Dan into stopping by so they can get a match on the alc... :-)

[NoVAphotog]

Will do. I won't make it tomorrow though as my meeting got cancelled. Maybe I can talk Dan into stopping by so they can get a match on the alc... :-)

I can do that, I was thinking of getting a quote for my a-pillars and refreshing my seats as well. It's the same material as the shift boot, e-brake and wheel basically, right?

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[ELCID86]

I can do that, I was thinking of getting a quote for my a-pillars and refreshing my seats as well. It's the same material as the shift boot, e-brake and wheel basically, right?

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I assume it's that same. You should just buy the replacement pillars unless her price is really low. I think the fronts are ~$75/ea and the rear~$45/ea.

Let us know. Also I may have an extra shift boot.

[NoVAphotog]

I assume it's that same. You should just buy the replacement pillars unless her price is really low. I think the fronts are ~$75/ea and the rear~$45/ea.

Let us know. Also I may have an extra shift boot.

I figure we can use that glue you have as well, but we'll see. I will tell them I don't want it to happen again which is what I feel like about getting the replacement. Might be a couple days, got training in Tysons so I won't be in Arlington. Also, my shift boot was replaced by PO. Just was listing the similar parts.

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[Torxuvin]

Thanks Cam. Remind you of anything??

Now that you mention it... :rofl

[ELCID86]

I figure we can use that glue you have as well, but we'll see. I will tell them I don't want it to happen again which is what I feel like about getting the replacement. Might be a couple days, got training in Tysons so I won't be in Arlington. Also, my shift boot was replaced by PO. Just was listing the similar parts.

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I forgot you have leather seats. --commoner.

[TheFinanceGuy]

Whoa! I totally missed this. This is what happens when you leave the internet alone for a few days. Shawn buys another ZHP... Congrats on the best color ZHP.

[ELCID86]

Whoa! I totally missed this. This is what happens when you leave the internet alone for a few days. Shawn buys another ZHP... Congrats on the best color ZHP.

Thanks Patrick!

[az3579]

I forgot you have leather seats. --commoner.

:shifty

[ELCID86]

Installed clutch stop today. Much better.


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[NoVAphotog]

Installed clutch stop today. Much better.


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Oh yeah...great mod for 10 bucks

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[ELCID86]

Oh yeah...great mod for 10 bucks

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+1 seems like mine engages way near the top too. This really helps.


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[cakM3]

All the little things that help make the ZHP driving experience better ;) Love it Shawn!

[ELCID86]

Yesterday I installed GMG front plate bracket and new Citadel plates.

Today I wasted 2+hours driving and trying to negotiate for AL headlights that were in way worse condition than advertised. I passed on them as he was set on $400.

Came home and changed the upper and lower intake boots (hard but not cracked), cleaned the throttle body (thanks for the recommendation Bruce), ICV (thanks for that recommendation Gary, it was stuck), and cleaned/inspected the DISA (very dirty, but functions well).


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[ELCID86]

Also installed aspherical mirrors and eurotray and cabin air filter.

[Vas]

Where are the pics? lol

[NoVAphotog]

Where are the pics? lol

+1 I want to see this eurotray...Been thinking about it as the armrest other than to do the gangster lean is pretty much useless.

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[ELCID86]

As requested.

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[ELCID86]

I also bought clear corners from Matt and AL headlights from Jack.chris on e46f.


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[cakM3]

Very nice progress Shawn!

[danewilson77]

:drool

The friendliest forum on the planet.

[ELCID86]

Thanks guys. Slow and steady. I'm looking for RCR rears if anyone happens to see a set. She's still running a bit rough even after the weekend maintenance. I saw this thread that has me wondering about cleaning the VANOS, etc. contacts: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=856781

[mbeckel]

I also bought clear corners from Matt and AL headlights from Jack.chris on e46f.


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Shipping out today. BOOM

[Vas]

+1 I want to see this eurotray...Been thinking about it as the armrest other than to do the gangster lean is pretty much useless.

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I enjoy the arm-rest delete on my car.

Shawn, What was the reason behind the new headlights?

[ELCID86]

Shawn, What was the reason behind the new headlights?
Getting rid of Depos.

[danewilson77]

Getting rid of Depos.
Yep. The reason I went back to ambers. Next clears will be euro setup.

The friendliest forum on the planet!

[Hornung418]

Yep. The reason I went back to ambers. Next clears will be euro setup.

The friendliest forum on the planet!

Even worse than just the indicators...he had to replace the actual headlights!

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[TheFinanceGuy]

I love this euro tray. Though I must admit I use my cup holder to enjoy my morning coffee on my commute into work.

Any plans to help the area around the e-brake? Mine is starting to peel just like that. I haven't yet figured out a solution for repair.

[ELCID86]

I love this euro tray. Though I must admit I use my cup holder to enjoy my morning coffee on my commute into work.

Any plans to help the area around the e-brake? Mine is starting to peel just like that. I haven't yet figured out a solution for repair.

Depending on the cup, you can close the slide and hold it in place a bit.

I'm thinking of trying plastidip on it and the other parts of the console and the black cube. I can always peel it...

[Torxuvin]

Plastidip works great for the console. You sand down the surface and then just put on a few coats. Quick and easy

[az3579]

I love this euro tray. Though I must admit I use my cup holder to enjoy my morning coffee on my commute into work.

Any plans to help the area around the e-brake? Mine is starting to peel just like that. I haven't yet figured out a solution for repair.


Depending on the cup, you can close the slide and hold it in place a bit.

I'm thinking of trying plastidip on it and the other parts of the console and the black cube. I can always peel it...

Technically there is no "repair" solution for it... I say this because:


Plastidip works great for the console. You sand down the surface and then just put on a few coats. Quick and easy

I'm of the opinion of there being no substitute for replacement. Spraying it doesn't look good at all, IMO, and definitely doesn't feel good to the touch.

[Hornung418]

Replace the pieces and keep your nails trimmed to avoid future scratches.

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[ELCID86]

Replace the pieces and keep your nails trimmed to avoid future scratches.

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[Vas]

Short console that deletes the arm-rest. Or a new center console. Either way they are not that expensive.

[TheFinanceGuy]

I'd be interested to see how the plisti-dip looks Shawn. I was of the mindset of replacing the parts as well. That is why I was interested in there was a repair.

[ELCID86]

I was able to repair the license plate light with a part JohnMad donated to the cause. Thanks John!

Also cleaned the seats and carpet. Need to pull and paint the rear deck.

One O2 sensor arrived today. The other and the fuel pump should be here tomorrow. Daniel NovaPhotog and I have some maintenance planned for Sat a.m.


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[Avetiso]

I tried plastidip and replaced it. In my opinion, just replace it.

[ELCID86]

I tried plastidip and replaced it. In my opinion, just replace it.

Thanks for the advice.


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[cakM3]

Plastidip works great for the console. You sand down the surface and then just put on a few coats. Quick and easy

Cam plastidipped my center console on my ZHP and it has held up fairly well Shawn :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Cam plastidipped my center console on my ZHP and it has held up fairly well Shawn :thumbsup

Haz plastidipped center console, but haz every oem upgrade on the market. Makes sense.

[WOLFN8TR]

Came home and changed the upper and lower intake boots (hard but not cracked), cleaned the throttle body (thanks for the recommendation Bruce), ICV (thanks for that recommendation Gary, it was stuck), and cleaned/inspected the DISA (very dirty, but functions well).

Good to hear everything went smooth.

[Vas]

Haz plastidipped center console, but haz every oem upgrade on the market. Makes sense.

lol.

[az3579]

Haz plastidipped center console, but haz every oem upgrade on the market. Makes sense.

:rofl



Get hot on a new console, Charlie! :biggrin

[ELCID86]

^ Hee Hee!

Did 35% tint all around. Went with Llumar ceramic (CTX).

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[cakM3]

Looks awesome Shawn!
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[fredo]

Wow, even the wheels look better after the tint !

[ELCID86]

Looks awesome Shawn!
:like

Thanks for not commenting on the wheels! (I'd blame Wolfn8 anyways: )


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[Johnmadd]

Looks great. Are the driver and passenger windows tinted? May just be the picture?

[ELCID86]

Yes. It's just the light thru the front that makes it look that way.


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[ELCID86]

New sisal floor mats and Patuaxun BT device. It works as advertized.


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[Johnmadd]

Yes. It's just the light thru the front that makes it look that way.


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Ok. Let me give you a lot more enthusiastic... LOOKS AWESOME!!!

[cakM3]

Is that all you can do John??? Really??????

[BCS_ZHP]

Thanks for not commenting on the wheels! (I'd blame Wolfn8 anyways: )


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I still don't like those wheels, jk jk

[BCS_ZHP]

Haz plastidipped center console, but haz every oem upgrade on the market. Makes sense.

Why'd you do that? CF center console probably being sourced right now...

[Johnmadd]

Is that all you can do John??? Really??????

Lol.

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks for not commenting on the wheels! (I'd blame Wolfn8tr anyways: )

The wheels are on the way tomorrow!!! Car looks nice Shawn. :thumbup

[ELCID86]

The wheels are on the way tomorrow!!! Car looks nice Shawn. :thumbup

Thanks Gary. Just need to get on tirerack.com and commit to some rubber now. These little 17's don't grip like they oughta.


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[BCS_ZHP]

It's just money Shawn, can't take it with ya....

[cakM3]

Haz plastidipped center console, but haz every oem upgrade on the market. Makes sense.

Just never got around to this Dane. I'll eventually get to it....

[ELCID86]

It's just money Shawn, can't take it with ya....

Gimme, gimme! ;-)


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[ELCID86]

Fuel pump done. Boy was there a lot of silt on top of it. Seems to drive better at low rpm and when engine is cold.

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[danewilson77]

Good work Shawn.

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[ELCID86]

Thanks Dane. I also got the oil sensor changed along with new Mobil1. I need to get to Wallyworld to replenish the stock and take advantage of the rebate.


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[johnrando]

Nice

[cakM3]

Very nice Shawn!

[UdubBadger]

good job

[NoVAphotog]

Fuel pump replacement surgery:

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Curb rash twins! :cheers

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[ELCID86]

Thanks D. That shot makes that filter look attractive!


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[cakM3]

You don't want your fuel pump to fail while you're driving on the Garden State Parkway.....ask me how I know...;)

[ELCID86]

I forgot about that! Yeah I red about one guy who carries the whole kit and tools in his trunk!!


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[cakM3]

I forgot about that! Yeah I red about one guy who carries the whole kit and tools in his trunk!!


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I can relate but you can't anticipate or plan failure of everything....it will drive you nuts. ;)

[Johnmadd]

I forgot about that! Yeah I red about one guy who carries the whole kit and tools in his trunk!!


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I always tell people that have over 100,000 miles and have not changed their fuel pump to keep one in the trunk.

[az3579]

I forgot about that! Yeah I red about one guy who carries the whole kit and tools in his trunk!!


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I actually had that "feeling" around 170k-ish miles that I should probably order a replacement because I didn't want to be stranded. Me being me, I kept the new one in my trunk until mine failed because I wanted to get my money's worth. It ended up lasting until 191k miles, at which point I pulled into a rest area, had my friend bring me to league, and we went back afterwards and replaced that bad boy. Win. :thumbsup

[alexandre]

I actually had that "feeling" around 170k-ish miles that I should probably order a replacement because I didn't want to be stranded. Me being me, I kept the new one in my trunk until mine failed because I wanted to get my money's worth. It ended up lasting until 191k miles, at which point I pulled into a rest area, had my friend bring me to league, and we went back afterwards and replaced that bad boy. Win. :thumbsup

Not bad! I never do this, knowing myself it'd fail in the middle of nowhere the day I needed to clear out the trunk to make space for luggage lol.

[cakM3]

BP experienced the failed fuel pump scenario first hand with me when mine failed on the ///M a few years ago. We were on the Garden State Parkway and it sucked.....

Whatever you do....try to never fail on any parkway beccause you'll most likely be at the mercy of the contract towing services and they will gouge the crap out of your wallet....12 mile towing to the nearest indy shop I knew of cost $300 that day.....,

[az3579]

BP experienced the failed fuel pump scenario first hand with me when mine failed on the ///M a few years ago. We were on the Garden State Parkway and it sucked.....

Whatever you do....try to never fail on any parkway beccause you'll most likely be at the mercy of the contract towing services and they will gouge the crap out of your wallet....12 mile towing to the nearest indy shop I knew of cost $300 that day.....,

Good thing you had connections at that shop; they took care of you immediately.

[ELCID86]

Installed AL bi-xenon headlights today. Got the fogs working and replaced shift knob with an illuminated one.

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[cakM3]

Very nice Shawn!


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[ELCID86]

Very nice Shawn!


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Thanks for the advice on the shifter and to BP for the fog ballast.


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[cakM3]

Thanks for the advice on the shifter and to BP for the fog ballast.


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:thumbsup


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[az3579]

Glad the working ballast worked out for you!

[ELCID86]

Painted the speaker grilles. Still need to do the rear deck.

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[TheFinanceGuy]

what did you use to paint the speaker grills? Looks good!

[johnrando]

It DOES look good.

[ELCID86]

what did you use to paint the speaker grills? Looks good!

Thanks guys. They pop right off with a flat tip. I used Dulpicolor https://www.duplicolor.com/products/vinylFabricCoating/ . I guess I could have used gloss, but the flat is what I plan to use on the rear deck. Found it at the auto parts store.

[ELCID86]

Swapped front seats with Colin's newly refurbed NB so I can get my alc bolster repaired. Thanks for the alc patch Dane!

I think the PO had a small animal that lived under there! Yuck.


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[NoVAphotog]

Swapped front seats with Colin's newly refurbed NB so I can get my alc bolster repaired. Thanks for the alc patch Dane!

I think the PO had a small animal that lived under there! Yuck.


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I can see it now..."this guy"

FS: 2004 BMW 330i ZHP Imola Red Blk Alcantara and Natural Brown Interior!! One of a kind!!

[Vas]

Get rid of those floor mats right meow

[ELCID86]

^ I see what you did there ;-)


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[Avetiso]

That looks ratchet. Glad you're getting it fixed, though!

[WOLFN8TR]

Lookin' Good Shawn!

[NoVAphotog]

Shawn, let me know when you are doing the rear deck (and what to buy for mine), I'd like to return to black instead of the BMW Individual color, "Ocean Indigo" that seems to come standard on E46's!

[NoVAphotog]

Also, I finally went by Sure-Fit today, told them about the A-pillars and she immediately said it's better to just go ahead and get the replacements so the fabric matches (also would be cheaper). As for the seat, she said a clean/condition would make them look and feel that much better that you wouldn't mind the slight wear. Otherwise, she gave me the card of another business that could dye the worn areas. Showed her the pictures you sent me of your seat just for kicks and she said you'd have to provide the material and it'd be around $300, "we'd have to take the seat apart yada yada..." They were nice though, my friend was joking about how there I was ready to spend money and they basically were like save it for something more important. Which...I have in mind.

[Vas]

^^ If your alcantara seats are dirty, try the sonax alcantara cleaner. Did wonders on my seat as well as a fabric shaver.

[NoVAphotog]

^^ If your alcantara seats are dirty, try the sonax alcantara cleaner. Did wonders on my seat as well as a fabric shaver.

Shawn's has alcantara, I have leather, going to get the Leatherique kit.

[TheFinanceGuy]

Shawn's has alcantara, I have leather, going to get the Leatherique kit.

Leatherique is good stuff.

[ELCID86]

Thanks Dan. I dropped the acl seat off for repair today. $200 for the bolster as the seat is out of the car and I had the fabric.

As for the rear deck, I may get to it this weekend. Not sure. I bought new c-pillar covers for Colin's car but I think I will use them as mine are staring to flap (I stand by my theory about the open windows accelerating the flapping!). I'll then try to repair my c-pillars to use in his car. If that doesn't work I have time to buy new ones for him.



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[ELCID86]

Hit 183k today

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[fredo]

That milestone deserves a celebration. New tires and wheels ... when ?

[ELCID86]

Tomorrow I hope!


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[LobsterTail]

I will be replacing all my pillars as well as the material is hanging off. I know a lady who does upholstery and she told me it would be best just to replace them unless you want to try and do it yourself.

[Vas]

dang 183k

[cakM3]

Hit 183k today


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That's awesome Shawn!

[ELCID86]

Style 135s and Michelin Pilot Super Sports--as it should be!

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[Whammy]

Love me some IR! Great work!

[WOLFN8TR]

Style 135s and Michelin Pilot Super Sports--as it should be!

Looks Sweet! Did you refinish any of the rims?

[ELCID86]

Thanks guys. Gary, i started working on filling the rash on the worst one and stopped. The guy I use for paint, etc said it was easier for him to spot fix them with tires on them. (Off the car and no rubber if a total refinish/repaint though). The BavAuto kit isn't an exact match IMO and I may just let my guy do it for about $150 total (all wheels). I'm sure he'll do a much better job than I.

The car drives so much better. I took the twisty way home and it's raining a bit. She is sure-footed now! Not so much with the previous tires.


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[fredo]

Well done, sir !

:like

[ELCID86]

Studs showed up from Ray today so I hope to get them installed and a set of spacers soon.


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[fredo]

Just curious. Why do you need spacers with stock wheels ? Do you need to roll the fenders as well ?

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks guys. Gary, i started working on filling the rash on the worst one and stopped. The guy I use for paint, etc said it was easier for him to spot fix them with tires on them. (Off the car and no rubber if a total refinish/repaint though). The BavAuto kit isn't an exact match IMO and I may just let my guy do it for about $150 total (all wheels). I'm sure he'll do a much better job than I.

Gotcha, They actually look like you already did it. Ya for $150 I would jump on that!


Studs showed up from Ray today so I hope to get them installed and a set of spacers soon.

Nice! That's the next item I willing be purchasing.


Just curious. Why do you need spacers with stock wheels ? Do you need to roll the fenders as well ?

Gives you a Staggered look on a Square setup. Probably no rolling necessary with the offset of the 135's with 10mm spacers, maybe 12mm or higher thou.

[fredo]

It makes sense now. :biggrin

[NoVAphotog]

Style 135s and Michelin Pilot Super Sports--as it should be!

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Looks awesome, Shawn! It's amazing what the right wheels do for the car! Gotta get down there to feel what these Super Sports feel like compared to the runflats lol For Science!

[ELCID86]

Just curious. Why do you need spacers with stock wheels ? Do you need to roll the fenders as well ?

I don't 'need' them... I'm running square 235/40s so I thought the rears might need a little nudge...

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[ELCID86]

I got the driver's seat back. Looks really good.

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Before (for the record).

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[danewilson77]

The piece I gave you matched pretty good, no?

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[cakM3]

Looks great Shawn!

[ELCID86]

The piece I gave you matched pretty good, no?

The friendliest forum on the planet!

Yes thanks again. And basically the rear bolster is the amount needed to do both sides of the front bolster. I only had a few scraps left. He did find something in his catalogue that looked very close though.
I was out the door for $200. Would be $20 more is seat is in car (he has to remove it) and about $60 for the yard he has to order. Shop is in Dumfries, VA near Quantico and Woodbridge off I-95.


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[OtterEffect]

Wow the seat looks great!


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[brettbimmer]

Seat repair really looks nice!

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[Pip]

Looks great!

[NoVAphotog]

Oh yeah looks good!!

[fredo]

Quality work !

[Avetiso]

Good stuff, Shawn.

[ELCID86]

Pulled the other seat and as I suspected it looked like a small creature had been living there too!

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It also made installing the first aid box bracket a lot easier with the seat propped back. Need to find some shorter screws as the 3/4" ones stop the thigh support from working properly.


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[brettbimmer]

Pulled the other seat and as I suspected it looked like a small creature had been living there too!

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It also made installing the first aid box bracket a lot easier with the seat propped back. Need to find some shorter screws as the 3/4" ones stop the thigh support from working properly.


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PN for first aid box brackets if you are ordering up any other parts in the near future: 07 14 9 169 302.

[ELCID86]

Thanks Brett. I have two and the boxes from Bill. Ridiculous how much the bracket alone costs.


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[TheFinanceGuy]

I'm impressed how fast you are knocking this list out Shawn.


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[ELCID86]

Thanks. Still a lot to do. I hope to get the studs and spacers on in the next few days. Need to get PDR done and am probably a few weeks out from front end respray. Still runs a bit rough when cold. New O2 sensors are on hand. I may pull a plug or two and inspect them (they are supposedly new). Need to paint rear deck and replace c-pillars.

[Hornung418]

Rough cold starts? Sounds like its time for Dr. VANOS!

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[ELCID86]

Rough cold starts? Sounds like its time for Dr. VANOS!

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It idles fine but has some hesitation. No noticeable VANOS rattle at any RPM though.

[Hornung418]

It idles fine but has some hesitation. No noticeable VANOS rattle at any RPM though.

You're not looking for a rattle. You can rattle and still be fine. Its the seals that are failed. That's allowing oil blow-by in the VANOS cylinder and loss of pressure. Therefore engagement is slow. You change the seals and beak them in you will feel the difference.

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[ELCID86]

Ok. I have the Baisian (sp) kit I bought from Bill. Need to get a VCG and plan on this.


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[ELCID86]

Spacers, studs and little hatch door installed. B&A pics above of rear wheels.

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[ELCID86]

Also trying clears with stealth bulbs. Just need RCRs for the rear.

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[OtterEffect]

Liking the stealth bulbs! Imho, clears looks a lot cleaner on Imola.


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[ELCID86]

I'm mixed. Maybe I'm just used to the yellers and these'll grow on me


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[Hornung418]

Cool we can definitely help with the VANOS. I've done two of my own and helped Chris Merritt do his. Procedure is pretty straight forward. Take stuff off and put stuff back on. No timing or odd work necessary.

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[ELCID86]

Cool we can definitely help with the VANOS. I've done two of my own and helped Chris Merritt do his. Procedure is pretty straight forward. Take stuff off and put stuff back on. No timing or odd work necessary.

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Thanks Justin. I did one with the kit and the other with Dr. V. Always good to have assistance though.

Any thoughts on flashing the DME?



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[Hornung418]

Yes. Do that too. Helps immensely. Although mine ran fine and then I got a coil pack failure...

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[ELCID86]

Yikes. Related? Who can help with DME?


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[Hornung418]

Before I wiped my computer of all the cool BMW things. Now I can only read and clear codes...I have a friend in Fairfax who can do it. You're on FB I will link you to him. If he's free he can do a lot of things for your car.

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[ELCID86]

Thanks. Guess you a Porsche guy 100% now ! ;-)


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[danewilson77]

Ok. I have the Beisan (sp) kit I bought from Bill. Need to get a VCG and plan on this.


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:)

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[Hornung418]

Thanks. Guess you a Porsche guy 100% now ! ;-)


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No I actually fucked up and erased one of the data banks for the coding equipment when I was trying to get some memory space cleared up on the laptop. I can read and clear fault codes, but I can't rewrite DMEs or the like. :-(

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[az3579]

No I actually fucked up and erased one of the data banks for the coding equipment when I was trying to get some memory space cleared up on the laptop. I can read and clear fault codes, but I can't rewrite DMEs or the like. :-(

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Easy fix. :)


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[ELCID86]

Justin, did you try the recycle bin or a recovery tool?


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[Hornung418]

Nah, That stuff was cleaned by a tool that I really didn't know how to operate. My 2007 D830 is as slow as molasses. Just tried to clean it up a bit...

[ELCID86]

New part arrived.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Nice!

[ELCID86]

Painted the rear deck, replaced c-pillars, and installed LED interior lights.

Purple haze.

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[Johnmadd]

Looks great! Mine is blue :(

[az3579]

Very nice, Shawn!


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[ELCID86]

Thanks guys. Now that the weather is cooler it's a good time to do it.


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[Whammy]

Painted the rear deck, replaced c-pillars, and installed LED interior lights.

Purple haze.

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Looks great! What product did you use to do this?

[ELCID86]

Thanks. I used Duplicolor vinyl and fabric coating. It took about one whole can for deck and grill covers.

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[ELCID86]

SSK install is scheduled for next Monday 9/29. I do plan to replace both shifter bushings #25111222015 and #25117507670 (x2) as well as the dowel pin #2311466134.

[mbeckel]

Also trying clears with stealth bulbs. Just need RCRs for the rear.

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Those corners look nice!

[cakM3]

Shawn...that rear deck looks just as good as the rear deck on my ///M! Well done my friend! :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Thanks gents.

[ELCID86]

I took a chance and got a Blackstone analysis done on my last (first for me) oil change---did I really want to know?!

Not too bad!

"This is a great looking BWM at 182,985 miles. Universal averages show typical wear levels for this type of engine after about 6,400 miles on the oil. This oil saw 7,500 miles and wear metals compare perfectly with averages. A lot of metals are actually lower than universal averages and you can't complain about that. The viscosity is in the 5W/40 range and that worked just fine. No fuel or coolant contamination is present and low insolubles and silicon show fine oil and air filtration. You can go longer on the oil if you want, but 7,500 miles is also a good interval."

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[danewilson77]

Nice Shawn.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Painted the rear deck.

Black beauty.


Gorgeous! :drool

Makes me want to do mine. How long did this DIY take you?

[ELCID86]

A few hours with lettering the paint dry and doing a few other things. Keith has a good DIY on the coupe.


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[johnrando]

Tons of good stuff!

[TheFinanceGuy]

Looks great Shawn! Even with a rough running engine, you still had good values. That is a good sign.

[ELCID86]

Thanks Patrick. Just suggested I do the VANOS which I will at some point. I just don't feel like another VCG at this point. I might consider having the adaptations cleared also.

[iZHP]

Shawn, car is looking awesome! Can't believe how fast you're knocking 'em out! :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Thanks. Still a lot to do. Can't wait to get the paint done. I'm hoping to have the front clip done over Columbus Day.



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[az3579]

It's nice to see you refreshing this car so quickly, Shawn. Not one to waste time when you could be "making it your own"!

[danewilson77]

It's nice to see you refreshing this car so quickly, Shawn. Not one to waste time when you could be "making it your own"!
+1

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[ELCID86]

I installed and programmed the homelike module today using the DIY. I need to replace the black fabric piece as several of my clips are broken and it doesn't want to stay in place with the added weight.


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[TheFinanceGuy]

I love the homelink. I got spoiled by it on my 5er. This was the second thing I did for my ZHP.
Good luck finding a replacement piece.


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[ELCID86]

I love the homelink. I got spoiled by it on my 5er. This was the second thing I did for my ZHP.
Good luck finding a replacement piece.


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I do like it even though my car doesn't get to park in the garage!

Alex found it here: Sunroof Switch Panel,

Mfg Part# 51447028576

- http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Search/SiteSearch/51447028576/ES115340/

[fredo]

Nice ! My e46 didn't come with home link, and at that time I didn't know you could add one yourself.

My e90 comes with home link. I was able to program it for my parents" garage. But, I could not program it for my own house ! Would like to make it work some day.

[TheFinanceGuy]

I do like it even though my car doesn't get to park in the garage!

Alex found it here: Sunroof Switch Panel,

Mfg Part# 51447028576

- http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Search/SiteSearch/51447028576/ES115340/

At that price, I may just buy one. I had two broken clips, though it still holds well.

[ELCID86]

Mechanic ran into a bit of a snag this morning but is making progress.

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[Hornung418]

What in the world?!

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[Vas]

Man that is alot of work for a short shifter.

[ELCID86]

Got the Autosolutions SSK installed today. It sure is different--quite a bit more notch. I do like the feel though. The tech said he liked the design and it should last a lot longer--another 182k?? :fingerscrossed

Before:

http://youtu.be/9r0zJ1Wgixg

After:

http://youtu.be/MhzT6rYJY10

The mechanic also verified the rear main seal leak that was discovered during PPI. He recommended getting it done when I get the clutch done (not planned for a while I hope).

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[NoVAphotog]

Very nice. Big difference from the just the video it looks like!

[johnrando]

Nice werk

[ELCID86]

Thanks JR. PedalBox installed tonight. :like


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[alexandre]

Looks like a good upgrade! Your shocks must have been replaced at some point too - mine were OE BMW stamped May 2003 when I did my suspension before the meet in May :shifty

[ELCID86]

^ yes, I think so Alex. I new the fronts had been done, but wasn't sure about the rears. It feels pretty tight.

[ELCID86]

New front trim with HomeLink ready to install.

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[johnrando]

Nice. I like homelink but I only use it for garage door - not sure if it has other uses.

[TheFinanceGuy]

I love the homelink! I hate seeing the big garage door opener on my wife's visor.

[ELCID86]

Nice. I like homelink but I only use it for garage door - not sure if it has other uses.

I was reading some threads about turning on lights, etc. but I"m not sure if this does that or how to do it. :dunno


I love the homelink! I hate seeing the big garage door opener on my wife's visor.
+1

[NoVAphotog]

I love the homelink! I hate seeing the big garage door opener on my wife's visor.

Nice work Shawn!

And, Patrick, I would love the Homelink on my car, IF it worked with the Genie garage door openers...need to keep working on that...

[ELCID86]

After yoga and yard work I installed the "not an ashtray" and new center console. Also swiped the cargo net out of Colin's car.

Trimmed hedges.

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[iZHP]

:like

Cargo net is a must-have.

[Vas]

Looks good.

[Johnmadd]

:worthless of the yoga :biggrin

[Vas]

Lmao some hot yoga

[ELCID86]

My wife was really into hot yoga for a bit. She still teaches a class from time to time. Sounds miserable to me.



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BMW PAI installed.

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[Vas]

Shawn, did you keep the arm-rest ?

[ELCID86]

Yes I did (it's in the up position). I actually like to lean.


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[NoVAphotog]

Yes I did (it's in the up position). I actually like to lean.



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