The Clown is Back: Progress thread

[BADCLOWN]

Dropped my newly refinished (yet again) BBS wheels off to my Indy today. Picked up parts boxes and the old parts tonight as well.

He was doing an M3 subframe reinforcement tonight but is dedicating tomorrow to finishing my car.

- BMWP bbk install in the front
- paint rear calipers black
- install wheels and check clearance
- set ride height after installing rear spring cups (weren't included in Coilovers I purchased)


I have an appointment at the BMW Store of Cincinnati Monday at 1:45pm for an alignment. My Indy lives right around the corner from the dealer so I'll be going straight there after picking it up Monday. Get the car back to the house and do a thorough detail the rest of the day/evening as the car is a mess (I feel embarrassed taking it to BMW Monday as it sits but it's not worth it to pick it up Sunday drive it all the way back to KY then go back to cinci Monday.

[illirep]

Looking great!


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[BADCLOWN]

Heading to BMW today at 1:45 for an alignment then bringing her home for a clay and wax detail. Super pumped and nervous to see it.

[derbo]

I'm still waiting on pics :P

[BADCLOWN]

It blew me away.

I'm driving home after the alignment and doing a full detail on it. Pics to follow.

[MtechJon]

Awesome stuff brotha, where did you purchase the bmwp bbk?


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[BADCLOWN]

ECS Tuning, as always got killer customer service from them.

[Johnmadd]

It blew me away.

I'm driving home after the alignment and doing a full detail on it. Pics to follow.

Sounds great. Can't wait for the pics!

[WOLFN8TR]

In for Pics!!!!

[BADCLOWN]

Well here we go (iPhone pics):


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/77B1A472-A21B-42CB-ABE5-B6E216724DFD_zps6rnhorjc.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/77B1A472-A21B-42CB-ABE5-B6E216724DFD_zps6rnhorjc.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/CB20ACBC-0941-4D2F-8A7B-1D16BB91027A_zps7qznfrlh.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/CB20ACBC-0941-4D2F-8A7B-1D16BB91027A_zps7qznfrlh.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/1A64EE03-A752-45E8-913D-2FA14B642DA8_zpsjxjsvsnn.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/1A64EE03-A752-45E8-913D-2FA14B642DA8_zpsjxjsvsnn.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/2085E2C4-58F0-44EB-99C5-D4E976FB3670_zps0ulkopis.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/2085E2C4-58F0-44EB-99C5-D4E976FB3670_zps0ulkopis.jpg.html)

The alignment took damn near 3 hours so by the time I got the car back, did another few brake pad set ins, fought cinci traffic, and stopped over at a friends to show him I was in no mood for a full detail. I washed the car and threw some tire shine on. Brakes feel great and the car rides the same as well. Super stoked on how it looks, it's really sinister as hell.

[Sockethead]

Looks really good! reminds me of my car when I had my Breytons on it
Who did the powder coating? It looks a lot like the black chrome I had on them

[BADCLOWN]

Thanks! Paint and Powder Pros in Cincinnati

[san]

Looks good! Like the dark theme


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[BMWCurves]

The alignment took damn near 3 hours so by the time I got the car back, did another few brake pad set ins, fought cinci traffic, and stopped over at a friends to show him I was in no mood for a full detail. I washed the car and threw some tire shine on. Brakes feel great and the car rides the same as well. Super stoked on how it looks, it's really sinister as hell.

No kidding. Looks great!

[Sockethead]

Thanks! Paint and Powder Pros in Cincinnati

Kristen said mine were done in Cleveland... Those BBSs look great in that color. I don't really care for them in silver.
Our cars are just about twins now except for the wheels and M3 mirrors

[BADCLOWN]

You've got a lot more engine and drive train performance mods though haha

[WOLFN8TR]

Man it sure turned out Sweet!!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160607/2297d9bb0cd907c1b87e4ed4537b3c1b.jpg

[MtechJon]

Very clean

26104

[oclvframe]

Very nice...and sinister indeed!

-r

[BADCLOWN]

Thanks gents, kind of a weird feeling after the drastic change. I'll be done with it for a bit since we are signing papers for our new condo this week. Will be focusing on home stuff for a bit but then again, that was partially the reason for doing so HAM with the parts install this spring.

[Johnmadd]

Looks awesome! Congrats :thumbsup

[Sockethead]

Thanks gents, kind of a weird feeling after the drastic change. I'll be done with it for a bit since we are signing papers for our new condo this week. Will be focusing on home stuff for a bit but then again, that was partially the reason for doing so HAM with the parts install this spring.

Lol we did the same thing when we found out we were having twins...

[BADCLOWN]

Hahaha, do it now or maybe never do it!


The plan worked out well. Now I can leave little projects to knock out by themselves like the rear bbk, BAVSOUND stg1 install with dynamat, rear LED tails, repaint the front end, and other minor tweaks.

[Sockethead]

Yep! I think we spent close to $10k... LSDs for the ZHP and 135 and a bunch of other bits and pieces... We're crazy car people with kids

[BADCLOWN]

Took the car on a 150ish mile shake down out to the GFs place in Indiana on Tuesday, it was 75/sunny/windows down perfect weather and the car performed perfectly. Probably one of the last few drives out there as we sign on our place Monday.


Next thing I need to do is polish the car really well. This is going to involve me actually getting decent detail stuff. I was heavy into detailing for profits years ago and the dealing domain has changed drastically. I was using misty megiuars stuff back then and was oblivious to what's out there. Basically a newbie now, so detailers domain will take some of my money for an orbital and various supplies when the time comes.

[BADCLOWN]

After driving the car a few times my sprint booster impression is this:

I didn't even notice the difference until I did a full throttle 4th gear and pushed the button for each setting. That's when I noticed the SLIGHT difference. I figured it would be much more noticeable and that's the only way I notice it really. As of now I leave it on "green" when I'm driving. All in all, I'm very under impressed but this mod.

[Sockethead]

That's surprising! I noticed a huge difference with mine. The red setting is almost too much...

[BADCLOWN]

I'm going to drive on red for a little as well. Maybe I just need to get acclimated but again, initial impression is subpar

[az3579]

Personally I feel all the throttle type units, such as the PedalBox and SprintBooster, lack finesse. I've tried the SprintBooster and hated it, so I bought a PedalBox unit as it was supposed to be better. It is more linear than the SprintBooster, but still doesn't feel right. It lacks the finesse at the very top of the pedal travel that allows for smooth low-speed driving. It's great for rev-matching my downshifts, but I can't for the life of me get a smooth enough throttle transition when upshifting while driving normally.

Honestly, I'm used to the stock mapping, and prefer it over the SB and PB units. If I want to go faster, I just give it more gas. lol
It's not like they actually make your car go any faster. :dunno

[Sockethead]

I have no problem rev matching or doing anything else with the throttle with the Sprint Booster the green setting works great for me in all situations

[BADCLOWN]

I have zero issue revmatching, I just expected more of a noticeable response when I planted the gas pedal in the floor.

[Johnmadd]

I just expected more of a noticeable response when I planted the gas pedal in the floor.

That's what I thought it was supposed to do and I wanted one but now I'm skeptical.

[rguti153]

my brother in law has the sprint booster plus the tune by eurocharged and headers . From a dead stop the damn car jerks so bad when taking off the peddle is super sensitive . now that i purchase one and install it in my car . The car feels 50% less responsive compare to his. huge difference dont know if its the tune or headers or just both .

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[Sockethead]

IDK, is there a difference in models or something? I'm not experiencing anything negative with mine. In fact, it's pretty awesome. Everyone that has driven my car says that too... that's BMW drivers and non BMW drivers. My two friends that traded off driving my car to SC said it was an awesome experience. I have a Dinan stage 3 tune...
The only reason I'm selling mine is that I want the M3 cluster more and I'm doing FI down the road which you can't use the SB with...

[BADCLOWN]

I'm going to update the OP tomorrow with the new items/mileage/etc.


After driving the car more over the last week I've come to terms in a more positive light about the SB. I think it just took me a little while to get used to and actually notice the difference. Rev matching is more fun now. I'd probably rate it a solid 7.5 out of 10 mod.


Next thing I need to do is build up a whole new inventory of detailing supplies including an orbital, etc along with a detail cart and wheeled stool to sit on. Then have my buddy teach me his ways of detailing. His black B8 S4 looks like a piece of glass.

[cakM3]

After driving the car a few times my sprint booster impression is... I'm very under impressed but this mod.


That's surprising! I noticed a huge difference with mine. The red setting is almost too much...

+1


I have no problem rev matching or doing anything else with the throttle with the Sprint Booster the green setting works great for me in all situations

+1

I am in agreement with Rob here. When I installed my SB I noticed a huge change from stock setting to the red "aggressive" setting....

[BADCLOWN]

Post wash and clay:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/CAEA44C3-D618-4869-9773-B3693A489DEF_zpsd9jhn1eh.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/CAEA44C3-D618-4869-9773-B3693A489DEF_zpsd9jhn1eh.jpg.html)


During wax (hood):

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/9A69488D-F206-4669-9C64-BB35C9E362DD_zpsblutybuy.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/9A69488D-F206-4669-9C64-BB35C9E362DD_zpsblutybuy.jpg.html)


And a small teaser showing the finished product along with adding my signature sticker thanks to my buddy at livingroomvinyl (if anyone needs custom stuff lmk, he's great to work with, got 3 clown masks for $15 shipped):


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/FDDB496A-8206-414B-BD7D-B2398AA12ABD_zpscvkvrtfx.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/FDDB496A-8206-414B-BD7D-B2398AA12ABD_zpscvkvrtfx.jpg.html)




Also got the tags done today. All to get ready for Cinci cars and coffee in the morning.

[WOLFN8TR]

Looks Good, also like the clown sticker! [emoji106]

[Sockethead]

I forgot who had the badass black powder coated wheels... it was you

[WOLFN8TR]

Is that Bill Murray on your T-shirt?

[BADCLOWN]

Is that Bill Murray on your T-shirt?




That it is, Hawaiian Bill Murray haha

[WOLFN8TR]

Nice!

[BADCLOWN]

It's a Chive shirt from their website. Great quality and fit

[johnrando]

Nice, car looks good

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[BADCLOWN]

My brother is in town from Louisville with his fiancé and two GSDs. I let him take the ZHP to cars and coffee and then him and the fiancée went to the Cincinnatian downtown for breakfast and I let him take it.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/9EC56395-A633-4476-A061-3B1BE5312878_zpsndwbjdt6.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/9EC56395-A633-4476-A061-3B1BE5312878_zpsndwbjdt6.jpg.html)

[WOLFN8TR]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160723/eba8a7761c778443418918d978865da1.jpg

[cakM3]

Very nice of you Jacob! [emoji1360]


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[BADCLOWN]

There's an interesting story about letting this specific younger brother drive my cars, I'll type that story out later today. It involved my old e30 and it was a doosey.

[BADCLOWN]

Rollers from yeaterday taken by one of my younger brothers with my D90:


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F45A32FA-7371-436F-8C9D-53913765BE15_zpsd0mtvzsh.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F45A32FA-7371-436F-8C9D-53913765BE15_zpsd0mtvzsh.jpg.html)


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/533CF34B-DB6C-4AD3-88A9-0203BC3EE431_zpsbgjg6fdh.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/533CF34B-DB6C-4AD3-88A9-0203BC3EE431_zpsbgjg6fdh.jpg.html)


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F4DF60B8-783E-4E7F-8D2B-E78BD8DBF54C_zpsspzro5fh.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F4DF60B8-783E-4E7F-8D2B-E78BD8DBF54C_zpsspzro5fh.jpg.html)


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F507F652-2786-486C-AB2E-06157C34CA4C_zpstcldvfeq.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F507F652-2786-486C-AB2E-06157C34CA4C_zpstcldvfeq.jpg.html)

[fredo]

Very cool pics. I would like to try the same. What setting did you use ?

[BADCLOWN]

I have no idea, I'd have to ask him haha. I own a camera I've never really learned to use.

[Sockethead]

Those are some damn good shots... your car looks great!

[danewilson77]

Those are some damn good shots... your car looks great!
+1

S7 Edge, out

[WOLFN8TR]

Looks Good...[emoji106]

[johnrando]

+1

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[RUS_ZHP]

Great pictures!

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[illirep]

Commented on e46f. Very nice!


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[BADCLOWN]

Thanks for the positive comments guys.

Car is fun to drive, I'd really like to get front/rear sways and rear tail lights next.

[BADCLOWN]

updated my first post to reflect current status of the car, parts awaiting, and wish list along with maintenance.


I'm REALLY wanting to VF supercharge this car now. that'll have to wait as the 4runner is getting the focus this winter/spring.

[WOLFN8TR]

I like the sound of SUPERCHARGER!!!

[Sockethead]

I'd be interested to hear your take on a centrifugal supercharger. It certainly would be much easier to install than the ESS TS2

[BADCLOWN]

To be honest I'm not the most technical/automotive/science savvy dude. I had a 1998 VW GTI VR6 with a stg3 VF supercharger setup years ago and it was an amazing car. Great boost at 8-9psi, sounded wicked at WOT or idling, and got me a few speeding tickets. To me, I know VF. They've been around and are tried and true. I'm not super familiar with ESS but obviously they put out a product people like. The VF setup allows for easier maintenance and intall in my opinion. Aesthetically, it looks nicer to me and it definitely sounds better. Kinda let's people know something is going on under there if they know anything about cars.

[cakM3]

I like this picture the best Jacob!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161108/7173adbe6e224e618f351d490687802c.jpg

Lookin good!! [emoji41]


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[BADCLOWN]

Thanks Charlie. I need to either learn to use my camera or have my brother take all my photos haha

[johnrando]

Lynda.com, great tutorial site. Free 1st 30 days or maybe totally free through your library

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[derbo]

mmm boost.

[BADCLOWN]

I've hand waxed this car probably 3 times since I got it. Today, I went to my long time friends house and he walked me through the updated/modern ways of detailing a car. Products used:

Griots foaming wash
Auto scrub fine grade sponge
Sonax fallout cleaner
Sonax perfect finish
Menzerna heavy cut compound
Auto Finesse paint prep
Sonax carnuba wax


Three shots of the in progress and a shot of the hood. Man did my paint come back. Doing all of this in preparation for a show in Louisville KY called Eurodistrict. Haven't been to a euro show in a few years so it was a good excuse to clean the car up. Plus my younger siblings live in Louisville as well. I'll post a few pics up of the finished product from the show this weekend.


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/A00D2AA9-2901-4DE7-9AF0-D97880A38343_zpspwcn0uhu.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/A00D2AA9-2901-4DE7-9AF0-D97880A38343_zpspwcn0uhu.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/FCCC695D-9150-43C2-AD8E-0A37C3E36A7E_zpsxcyrwuh0.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/FCCC695D-9150-43C2-AD8E-0A37C3E36A7E_zpsxcyrwuh0.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F452E7AF-540F-419D-8184-B4F3648394AA_zpsa2rab92m.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F452E7AF-540F-419D-8184-B4F3648394AA_zpsa2rab92m.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/C5E3E99F-145B-45FF-88FA-A41D100B5543_zpsxt7mu0me.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/C5E3E99F-145B-45FF-88FA-A41D100B5543_zpsxt7mu0me.jpg.html)

[Johnmadd]

That's impressive!

[Sockethead]

+1 My car needs this in a bad way

[cakM3]

Damn Jacob!! Your car looks absolutely stunning!! [emoji1417]


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[BADCLOWN]

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Thanks guys. Hitting the front seat cloth centers one more time today and doing some other minor stuff. I'll do all the final little things just before the show in Louisville.

[fredo]

Amazing results. :thumbsup

[WOLFN8TR]

Wow [emoji41]

[ZHPizza]

Hitting the front seat cloth centers one more time today and doing some other minor stuff.

Excited to see your reflection in the seats too!

[Ridgey]

When a black car is dialed in, it's hard to match it. Nice job duder.

[BADCLOWN]

Here's some after pics of the car as a result of the heavy detailing last week:


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F23BD17A-80C6-4DED-8855-4C1F60C718A9_zpsx4qps2b1.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F23BD17A-80C6-4DED-8855-4C1F60C718A9_zpsx4qps2b1.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/C5C58D7F-89F9-40E3-8C1B-DC781074A41D_zpsmmxshlnm.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/C5C58D7F-89F9-40E3-8C1B-DC781074A41D_zpsmmxshlnm.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/F84A9D8E-1D54-47DC-A077-C919DF5FF0F3_zpso0920de6.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/F84A9D8E-1D54-47DC-A077-C919DF5FF0F3_zpso0920de6.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/0C449BDB-A936-4ED4-9DCC-CB7E0ADFDC08_zpsuyxgotnl.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/0C449BDB-A936-4ED4-9DCC-CB7E0ADFDC08_zpsuyxgotnl.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/2DF32350-2775-4194-947B-47E3BA3C0CB9_zpsikukn9vb.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/2DF32350-2775-4194-947B-47E3BA3C0CB9_zpsikukn9vb.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/08561FD0-E68C-494E-B7FC-A2144B990430_zpsz1n4zbvu.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/08561FD0-E68C-494E-B7FC-A2144B990430_zpsz1n4zbvu.jpg.html)

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/77420294-50C0-479A-ABDC-3D9DEC1B0924_zpsl0yw4odn.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/77420294-50C0-479A-ABDC-3D9DEC1B0924_zpsl0yw4odn.jpg.html)




Also stopped up at Mercedes Benz Fort Mitchell where one of my brothers works and got a sneak peek at this new beauty, Mclaren 675LT:

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/844CF344-4DBA-4A61-83FB-24EE13FC98A1_zpsmsfemx7s.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/844CF344-4DBA-4A61-83FB-24EE13FC98A1_zpsmsfemx7s.jpg.html)

[Sockethead]

Damn you car looks good! I'm going to have to get some black wheels again...

[ZHPizza]

Soundtrack for your whip

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

[slater]

dang... that's a lot of black. like, darth vader black. how do you find your car at night? ;)

[BADCLOWN]

Not a bad song haha, it does seem fitting

Sadly I usually don't have to look far, it's usually in the garage at night haha.

I need to get some eagle eye smoked LED tails next, then I'll have a full smoked, Amber, and clear lighting sets.

[RUS_ZHP]

It's incredible what a proper detailing can do! Amazing job and car looks amazing

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[///Mvious]

Wow...hard to beat black when it's detailed! Going to balance it out with the Rear Performance 135i calipers?

[BADCLOWN]

Yeah, I def want to do the rear as well it that's another $1k roughly. I want to do the LED tails then focus on getting my total suspension refresh/lift on my T4R done along with new brakes on all 4 corners and new wheels/tires. Only thing I need to buy is the lift, brakes/nearly all poly bushings/control arms/TRD pro wheels/BF 34 inch tires are all in the garage.

[danewilson77]

:drool

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[johnrando]

Nothing better than a clean black car.

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[cakM3]

Nothing better than a clean black car.

+1

but it's a lot of work to keep them that way.....especially in Spring.

[BADCLOWN]

Tell me about it, I wish I wasn't attracted to the color because of that but I can't help it.

I MIGHT be buying eagle eye smoked tails here soon, will update further if it goes down. I may start a mini build before/after thread for the T4R or just do it in this thread. I'm ordering the lift in the next day or two and then its on for the truck overhaul.

[cakM3]

Those smoked tails will look incredible!! :drool


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[Sockethead]

Tell me about it, I wish I wasn't attracted to the color because of that but I can't help it.

I MIGHT be buying eagle eye smoked tails here soon, will update further if it goes down. I may start a mini build before/after thread for the T4R or just do it in this thread it in ordeingthe lift in the next day or two and then its on for the truck overhaul.

I feel the same way about my car... when it's clean it looks great. That's why it spends most of its time in the garage these days..

Our cars will be twins when you get the smoked tails... well, except for your awesome wheels... ;)

[BADCLOWN]

Or your awesome supercharger lol.

[BADCLOWN]

Sold our condo to start saving some money/paying some things off in preparation for "the call" from the DEA. Until then, one of my brothers and I went in on a 10x40 storage unit with opening doors on each end. Nothing new to report on the car though, just the occasional cars and coffee meet.


http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a121/blkvr6pwr/CDEEB370-95F4-4CF1-847A-5DB873D5A81B_zpsyjcjgalo.jpg (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/blkvr6pwr/media/CDEEB370-95F4-4CF1-847A-5DB873D5A81B_zpsyjcjgalo.jpg.html)

[Sockethead]

Damn your car looks good!... those wheels look SO good. For the 50th time... I gotta get me some new black wheels!

[BADCLOWN]

Going in for its final oil change before the move end of this month. Might try to get my BSW stg1 speaker system I've had sitting for 2 years installed while I'm at it.

[Sockethead]

Damn, that's a long time to have something so expensive sitting around but can't say I blame you, it's kinda a PITA to install

[az3579]

Damn, that's a long time to have something so expensive sitting around but can't say I blame you, it's kinda a PITA to install

Isn't the BSW setup supposed to be plug & play?

[nextelbuddy]

in for feedback on that sound system upgrade..

any also hoping to see pictures??? right now they are broken from the crap photobucket fiasco.

[Sockethead]

Isn't the BSW setup supposed to be plug & play?

Yes they are plug and play but you still have to pull all the doors apart to put them n as well as the speakers in the back deck

[az3579]

Yes they are plug and play but you still have to pull all the doors apart to put them n as well as the speakers in the back deck

That stuff is all easy... I wouldn't consider that a PITA. :)

[Sockethead]

I hate pulling the doors apart... The reason I have put my driver's side regulator in yet after a year

[cakM3]

That stuff is all easy... I wouldn't consider that a PITA. :)

+1 agree with Botond's statement above :thumbs


Jacob, once you do the swap, you'll absolutely love your BSW Stage1!

[BADCLOWN]

Driving home from viewing the fight in Lexington KY last night I found out my passenger front door is making the dreaded crunching noise when putting the window down. Sounds terrible as always, guess it's time for a regulator.

[ELCID86]

Yes they are plug and play but you still have to pull all the doors apart to put them n as well as the speakers in the back deck

A bit of a PITA. And some light modifications/glue required to make the kit fit. Agree with Charlie, the juice is worth the squeeze.

[BADCLOWN]

So: I always wash my car when it’s cold (hasn’t been driven) and I’ve noticed ever since installing the EBC reds/BMWP rotors and calipers that the soap and water leaves a residue on the rotors that I have to “bust off” by driving it after up and down the driveway and applying brake. Last Saturday I took the car to C&C one last time locally and as I pulled it out of the garage I got a loud brake “pop” from the front right. From that point on it felt like I had an unbalanced wheel on the front right. I noticed some etching/black marks in the shape of a pad on that rotor. Took it to my Indy one last time today and essentially the ceramic EBC pad was rusting to the rotors after washing. He suggested driving it enough Post wash to put some heat into everything and evaporate it all. This problem is something totally new to me and had no idea. He took a whiz wheel and lightly dusted the rotors on the front and back all the way around and it’s substantially better. He suggested to use the brakes and it will eventually get the rest gone. Also had a new OE window reg put in the passenger front as I started getting the crunchies 2 weeks ago.


Have you guys ever heard of that brake issu before? Think it’s strange but at the same time I understand it given the compounds of both rotor and pad.



Leaving for the move to DC Friday morning this week at 3am so I’m glad it wasn’t a major expensive fix, $200 parts and labor fixed her up today. Really gonna miss my Indy, he’s such a good dude. Hopefully I can find a guy or shop out in DC that’s as nice.

[az3579]

Have you guys ever heard of that brake issu before? Think it’s strange but at the same time I understand it given the compounds of both rotor and pad.

Sounds like normal behavior to me... but I drive my car super often so it's very rare I have that problem. It has happened before though, where I didn't drive it immediately after. He gave you solid advice - go for a drive after the wash, enough to heat up the brakes and get rid of what may have formed.

[Sockethead]

I didn't drive my car for two months this sping and it sat outside the whole time. The rotors were rusty as hell but I didn't have a problem when I started driving again. I have Hawk pads... Not sure exactly which ones...

[BADCLOWN]

I’ve put around 2,500-2,800 Miles or so on my car since the major spring install of all the parts (brakes included)

[danewilson77]

Sounds like normal behavior to me... but I drive my car super often so it's very rare I have that problem. It has happened before though, where I didn't drive it immediately after. He gave you solid advice - go for a drive after the wash, enough to heat up the brakes and get rid of what may have formed.My BMWP rotors do this as well. I just pull my rotors before I wash.

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[az3579]

I’ve put around 2,500-2,800 Miles or so on my car since the major spring install of all the parts (brakes included)


My BMWP rotors do this as well. I just pull my rotors before I wash.

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That sure is a lot of effort for just a wash!

[danewilson77]

That sure is a lot of effort for just a wash!You know...... OCD

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[BADCLOWN]

i hope thats the max amount of sarcasm attached with that comment Dane haha. you cray cray!


i figure the 8.5-9 hour drive friday will get it mostly squared away, i can barely feel it now. learned something new about these brakes at least.

[johnrando]

GL with the move.

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[3ZHP]

I'm running Brembo Rotors and haven't experienced any rust related issues with them. They actually still look new after two years.

FYI about coatings they use; http://www.brembo.com/en/ComunicatiStampa/2012/Brembo_UV_Coated_Discs_EN.pdf

Good luck with the move and getting settled in.


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[BADCLOWN]

GF surprised me/knocked it out of the park on the Xmas gift with a set of eagle eye smoked LED tails from ECS. A search shows older threads on other websites where guys were getting warning lights on the dash after installing these saying the bulbs were out. Anybody run into this issue and how to resolve it? Does the LCM need reprogramming for the install of these? I need to get my spare original LCM reprogrammed anyways than the one that’s currently in there so if anyone with these tails has an specific/nifty added options let me know.ill try and post before and after pics if I don’t need to do anything else other than install them with no post-install issues. Gives me an excuse to fix all the broken links in my thread (thanks photobucket:mob)

[Sockethead]

I installed that exact set in my car 8 years ago.... no issues

[ZHPizza]

You can always code out the hot/cold checks in PA Soft if they give you errors after install.

[BADCLOWN]

Anybody on the east coast reprogram LCMs?

[az3579]

Anybody on the east coast reprogram LCMs?Me.

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[Newjack]

GF surprised me/knocked it out of the park on the Xmas gift with a set of eagle eye smoked LED tails from ECS. A search shows older threads on other websites where guys were getting warning lights on the dash after installing these saying the bulbs were out. Anybody run into this issue and how to resolve it? Does the LCM need reprogramming for the install of these? I need to get my spare original LCM reprogrammed anyways than the one that’s currently in there so if anyone with these tails has an specific/nifty added options let me know.ill try and post before and after pics if I don’t need to do anything else other than install them with no post-install issues. Gives me an excuse to fix all the broken links in my thread (thanks photobucket:mob)





I installed that exact set in my car 8 years ago.... no issues


I ran mine for years until the second pair I had crapped out again. They are plug an play, no coding needed. They have resistors on them to prevent any bulb out warnings.

The only thing I recommend you do, is add some weather stripping on the inside area of the light. It's difficult trying to explain it, but when you pop your trunk, and look at the drivers side tail light, there is a cover on the light right by the gasket. This cover prevents water from getting in when water runs through the trunk drain and exits through the bottom of the trunk. If you look at the Eagle Eye LED's, they don't have this covering, its just exposed. I went ahead and added some weather stripping in that location so water doesn't get in, and with the trunk closed you never see it.

[johnrando]

Nice GF, hope the pgm works out.

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[BADCLOWN]

Well, it’s been freeze your balls off cold the last 1-2 weeks. Saturday will finally be warm enough that I can knock this out. I also got my oringal LCM that came with the car so I’m popping that back in and taking the 4.0 LCM out in order to be sent to a member for its second reprogramming.

[ELCID86]

Well, it’s been freeze your balls off cold the last 1-2 weeks. Saturday will finally be warm enough that I can knock this out. I also got my oringal LCM that came with the car so I’m popping that back in and taking the 4.0 LCM out in order to be sent to a member for its second reprogramming.

No joke. And it's coming back tomorrow :-( I may wash mine in the rain tomorrow!

[BADCLOWN]

Too cold for me to install them today. I am going to swap LCMs tomorrow to have it sent out for a reprogram. My $12 trim removal kit off amazon came in yesterday so I’ll be able to knock that out.

[BADCLOWN]

Well, turns out the GF accidentally got me the coupe tails or ECS accidentally sent the wrong set. She entered all the correct parameters when she ordered so I think it’s a mistake on their part. Either way, gotta send them back for the right ones.

[danewilson77]

Well, turns out the GF accidentally got me the coupe tails or ECS accidentally sent the wrong set. She entered all the correct parameters when she ordered so I think it’s a mistake on their part. Either way, gotta send them back for the right ones.Ugh

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[BADCLOWN]

Great thing was I had already pulled all the lights out and cleaned the mounting points on the body lol. Oh well, test run. Taking it apart the next time will be a breeze.

[BADCLOWN]

Spending the first of 10 weeks at quantico (this was week 1). The ZHP was dead last Sunday and figured hebattery was toast. Went and got an interstate replacement For $175 and it barely gave the starter a chance to crank before it turned over on a cold start. The duralast battery that the PO installed lasted 6 years. Back to operational status and under the car cover.

[ELCID86]

Spending the first of 10 weeks at quantico (this was week 1). The ZHP was dead last Sunday and figured hebattery was toast. Went and got an interstate replacement For $175 and it barely gave the starter a chance to crank before it turned over on a cold start. The duralast battery that the PO installed lasted 6 years. Back to operational status and under the car cover.

Hope the course is going well. I’m just out the back gate off Garrisonville Rd.

[BADCLOWN]

It’s interesting so far.

My correct tail lights showed up, one of the protective coverings on a wire right at its connector is damaged/ripped so I’ll have to send this set back as well. Already called them and left a message.

[BCS_ZHP]

Spending the first of 10 weeks at quantico (this was week 1).

Sometime during your training, you need to head over to the Globe & Laurel for lunch or dinner, it’s a must see for those who go thru the schools on the west side of Quantico. If you have it, bring one of your old LEO patches, they have quite the collection on the ceiling, they love it when you add one. And if you should get over there, my office is about a mile & a half south of the restaurant, I have a M-ATV inside right now and will have a JLTV stopping by a couple of times over the next few months. I’m doing lots of short trips to Oshkosh right now, 1-3 days each week, this is really freeze your ass off weather, last week the local weatherman called it a warming trend because the daily high would be in the high-teens.

[BADCLOWN]

Got my 3rd set of tails from ECS and his set has a damaged wire too. I sent them another lengthy email with documenting pictures. Waiting to see if they respond back, I’m beyond disappointed

[johnrando]

Wow.

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[cakM3]

Got my 3rd set of tails from ECS and his set has a damaged wire too. I sent them another lengthy email with documenting pictures. Waiting to see if they respond back, I’m beyond disappointed

Damn Jacob! I ordered my set from ECS and never had experienced this... wondering it there's a quality control issue with the makers of Eagle Eyes these days... hope they get resolved to your satisfaction!

[Newjack]

Damn Jacob! I ordered my set from ECS and never had experienced this... wondering it there's a quality control issue with the makers of Eagle Eyes these days... hope they get resolved to your satisfaction!I had two sets on my car during the 6 years I ran them. I have an old set at my parents house I'm not using (one is broken-dead LEDs)

They looked a little shady right out of the box, but they worked for a while. After going to OEM RCR's I'll never go back.

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[BADCLOWN]

I have RCRs on the car now. Full amber light setup in storage at my parents but these smoked LEDs are the last thing I need to complete the smoked theme.

We shall see what this week holds as far as communication goes.

[johnrando]

Fingers crossed

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[BADCLOWN]

They sent a prepaid label to return this set. I told them they need to inspect these and if they aren’t up to snuff I’ll be asking for a full return

[330i ZHP]

Damn, what a hassle. Good luck on getting good setup

[BADCLOWN]

Damn, what a hassle. Good luck on getting good setup



I could be mixing people up, but aren’t you the guy with the M3 wagon/2002tii with the e30m3 motor/super nice s54 swapped e30?

[330i ZHP]

I could be mixing people up, but aren’t you the guy with the M3 wagon/2002tii with the e30m3 motor/super nice s54 swapped e30?

Yes sir

[BADCLOWN]

Jesus, I didn’t know you were in DC. I live out in Herndon right by Dulles. That S54 E30 is amazing.

[BADCLOWN]

first work of 2018 on the car: eagle eye LED tails. this is the FOURTH set i received from ECS (GF got them for me for xmas and they sent coupe tails, the next two sets both had damaged wiring).

apparently you can get LED bulbs for the inners which i need to find. very happy with how they look.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/889/26318153687_d39a029d2f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/G6Dqbt)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/G6Dqbt) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
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[danewilson77]

Smoking!

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[BADCLOWN]

32836

[johnrando]

:LIKE

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[BADCLOWN]

Items on the way:

- aftermarket floor mats with M performance logo
- Xtrons 9 inch HU, CarPlay adapter, dynamat 4 doors and trunk, BSW stg1 speaker upgrade
- oil/filter change

[BADCLOWN]

Stupid double post

[BADCLOWN]

Floor mats came in today, they're amazing. Overall, I give them an A- because they did not come with rear velcro on the underside of the rear mats but that can be fixed. Please note in the pics: the front two floor mats are slightly longer than normal. That being said, I personally LIKE this as it covers more of the carpet:

pics below:

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/932/43235127794_1760876fa9_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28SxkcQ)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/28SxkcQ) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/934/29015807447_18b4299861_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2AEc)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2AEc) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1778/43953699451_078ab06235_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29Y3cwk)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/29Y3cwk) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/939/29015807257_e99a8a525d_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2AAV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2AAV) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1831/29015807157_b816c35b25_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2Azc)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Ld2Azc) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1814/42145213390_20d30d42ba_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27deeCb)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/27deeCb) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[johnrando]

Wow, really like those!

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[Sockethead]

Kristen got a set for the M2... seem to be good quality

[BADCLOWN]

Everything has shown up for the install. My Indy said he can’t reglue the pillars without it showing but recommended a good apholstry shop so I’ll have to get that done after this other stuff.

I went to autozone to buy my mobil1 5w40 full synthetic motor oil today and they don’t carry it anymore. Neither does o’reillys. Ended up ordering it off amazon but even then the selections were limited (normally I get a 5qt jug which they didn’t have so I had to order a case plus 2 separate quarts)

[johnrando]

:thumbsup

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[Johnmadd]

Walmart dude

[BADCLOWN]

Walmart dude



Just checked their online store and they don’t have it listed

[Vas]

Why are you even using 5w40?

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[BADCLOWN]

I’ve always ran 5w40 in both my previous ZHP and this one. Why?

[Vas]

Because that is a weird oil viscosity to run.

Most people use Mobil 1 from Walmart that is 0w40 or 5w30 BMW oil or Liqui Moly.
I’ve always ran 5w40 in both my previous ZHP and this one. Why?

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[Newjack]

Because that is a weird oil viscosity to run.

Most people use Mobil 1 from Walmart that is 0w40 or 5w30 BMW oil or Liqui Moly.

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I ran Mobil 1 0W-40

Good oil

[BADCLOWN]

Strange, that’s just what I’ve always ran for years. Car has always run healthy as can be. I’ll have to do some reading up.

I’ve been antsy as hell the last week. Really looking forward to this sound system install and oil change.

[Sockethead]

I don't think there is anything wrong with that weight of oil. The only reason they recommend thinner oil is for fuel economy. I'm going to be switching to a thicker viscosity next oil change

[BADCLOWN]

Finally got my A and C pillars back. the fabric color was the best they could find and I think the color will match pretty damn well. the material does, at least to me so far, appear to be slightly thicker. I won't be able to properly compare it and provide a photo until after they are reinstalled when I pick my car up tomorrow evening. As long as the material is close or spot on in color to the headliner/B pillars I could care less because they won't have sagging fabric anymore. Maybe down the road I can buy new OEM pieces to replace these recovered ones.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1850/44262214272_a7d7c1cb38_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ariqeo)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2ariqeo) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1890/44262214282_702b7bf6dd_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ariqey)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2ariqey) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[Vas]

Do the trim pieces fit into them ?


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[BADCLOWN]

Fit into what, the car?

[Vas]

The trim pieces into the a pillar covers. If the fabric is too thick they don't snap in and stay in place.

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[BADCLOWN]

Ah, i believe they will fit. I pushed them in about halfway and it appears they will clip in

[fredo]

They look good.

[BADCLOWN]

Got the car back tonight. Proper review of the HU with pics tomorrow

[johnrando]

Good to hear.

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[Sockethead]

What happened to your signature pic? I liked looking at that... You car looks so good!

[BADCLOWN]

What happened to your signature pic? I liked looking at that... You car looks so good!

I still see it on my end. strange?

[Sockethead]

33793

[BADCLOWN]

Picked the car up from my Indy last night. Overall, impressed with how hard the HU pushes the BSW Sgt1 speakers. They are much louder and crisp. The doors feel more "solid" after the dynamat install as well.

The pillars were rewrapped by a Boat and RV place my Indy recommended. Another customer of his with 14 sub 20k mile E30 M3s (one pictured below that happened to be there yesterday) has had work done to perfection there. Overall, I'd rate it a 8.5 out of 10 only because the material is slightly thicker and the "grain" is slightly different than the OEM stuff. You can't tell this unless you get right up on it so I'm happy, its not sagging anymore.

As far as the HU goes, I haven't had a chance to play with it too much but having 2 more inches of display landscape is great. It boots quick, operates flawlessly, and has tons of options for it. I adjusted the button glow on the sides to match the interior (it does 8 gazillion colors apparently). 2 USB hook ups were ran to the glove box that will work for iPods/etc. The only thing I hate on it as of now that I haven't figured out how to turn off is that the HU shuts off the music when its in reverse. I don't know how to remedy this as of now. He did have to trim parts of the dash on each of the SIDES to allow this to sit flush, but it wasn't much and definitely isn't noticeable.

I also lastly installed the M3 dead pedal I ordered off ECS. ZHPizza kindly told me I was 'tarded which I was. I did a general search at the top of their site and it pulls up every dead pedal but the one for sedan. Had I entered in my vehicle info I would have found it quite easily. My bad, haha. Now I just need the rest of the BMWP pedal set to complete it. Anyways, on to some boring pics.


The better of the two visitors yesterday:

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1876/42540516890_d755439108_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27PagzL)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/27PagzL) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr


The new new:


https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1895/42540360980_f8933a02e8_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27P9teE)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/27P9teE) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1882/43442476085_f6fce1bac6_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29bS3Cn)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/29bS3Cn) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1843/43631849594_d0541a052b_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29tACLS)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/29tACLS) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1857/30481243188_8774b5730d_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NrwkDE)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/NrwkDE) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1894/30481335168_fc68b30df3_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NrwNZw)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/NrwNZw) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1870/43442476055_7cd3c033ac_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29bS3BR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/29bS3BR) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[ZHPizza]

lol looks great man! The reverse volume is an option...somewhere. If it's not in the regular settings menus, then check under factory settings (password is 126).

I highly recommend the OMP pedals over the BMW rubber striped ones. Much better grip when wet.

[Sockethead]

man, that display is huge! looks like a tablet... everything looks great! I'm going through the pillar dilemma too... Thankfully, my headliner is still holding up.

I see your signature pic again!

[BADCLOWN]

man, that display is huge! looks like a tablet... everything looks great! I'm going through the pillar dilemma too... Thankfully, my headliner is still holding up.

I see your signature pic again!

For whatever reason, the picture wasn’t in my Flickr anymore so I had to reupload it to my account off my phone, thanks for the heads up

[BADCLOWN]

lol looks great man! The reverse volume is an option...somewhere. If it's not in the regular settings menus, then check under factory settings (password is 126).

I highly recommend the OMP pedals over the BMW rubber striped ones. Much better grip when wet.


You sir, just fixed the reverse issue. Thank you!

[JETSET303]

That HU is nice. How is the load time with a connected iPod? My biggest complaint with my Dynavin is it takes forever to search through the iPod to find music, that and it inexplicably changes inputs and turns itself off.


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[BADCLOWN]

That HU is nice. How is the load time with a connected iPod? My biggest complaint with my Dynavin is it takes forever to search through the iPod to find music, that and it inexplicably changes inputs and turns itself off.


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With my old eonon HU I was using my newer version iPod classic with the 20 something pin connector. I haven’t hooked it up yet to see honestly.

[JETSET303]

I have the newer classic too fully loaded. My Dynavin, came with the car, is awful. Let me know when you get a chance to hook yours up. I need to upgrade. It’s either this or the new Pioneer wireless CarPlay units.


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[BADCLOWN]

I have the newer classic too fully loaded. My Dynavin, came with the car, is awful. Let me know when you get a chance to hook yours up. I need to upgrade. It’s either this or the new Pioneer wireless CarPlay units.


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Currently downloading Waze onto it (crossing my fingers it works). I just need to find the right 20pin iPod cord for it. Hunting now.

Edit: found the cord. Just waiting on Waze download now.

[BADCLOWN]

Waze download froze at 50% yesterday, trying to restart it today but it doesn’t seem to want to go past the “download pending” phase. I plugged in my iPod and hit the iPod button to open on the HU and it opens briefly then closes right away. Don’t know what’s going on with that but as of now I can’t listen to my iPod.

I left the car in the garage hooked up to the ctek charger so it can stay running in an attempt to initiate the download for Waze while we are out for lunch.

[ZHPizza]

Waze downloaded and works great on all of my headunits. It sounds like you're getting a weak wifi signal in the garage (the receivers on these units are not so great). I usually do my downloading over a hotspot through my work phone with free data. You'll definitely want to hotspot your phone while using Waze too, as it needs a data connection to work.

[BADCLOWN]

Came back and it’s installed. Going to see what else I can throw on this thing apps wise then figure out the iPod problem

[ZHPizza]

Came back and it’s installed. Going to see what else I can throw on this thing apps wise then figure out the iPod problemSpotify integrates seamlessly with Waze, Google play movies, Netflix may not work anymore, watchespn, Twilight for reducing the brightness/tint at night, I'll add more as I think of them

[BADCLOWN]

Thanks for the suggestions, can’t get the iPod “app” to stay open as previously mentioned. Any suggestions welcomed as I have no idea how to fix it

[Sockethead]

Uninstall and reinstall the app?

[BADCLOWN]

Uninstall and reinstall the app?

It was preloaded in the HU, it’s not an app but more so a “button” that you touch to activate the interface to control the iPod

[Sockethead]

Gotcha...

[johnrando]

Yup, that display is huge! Hope the kinks get worked out. Keep us posted.

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[sillieidiot]

Nice I was looking to getting that HU as well.

[BADCLOWN]

Worked on the car briefly today:

Recharged the AC and attempted to get the CarPlay dongle ETAction recommended working. Downloaded the app, installed everything regarding updates and it says the box isnt the correct version. I’m assuming that means I need to update the dongle but no idea how.

Also emailed xtrons regarding the iPod app issue

[BADCLOWN]

Xtrons emailed me back: apparently you can’t connect hardwired to the HU with an iPod. Doesn’t make sense why it would come with a preloaded app. Guess I need to get a new iPod Touch

[az3579]

Xtrons emailed me back: apparently you can’t connect hardwired to the HU with an iPod. Doesn’t make sense why it would come with a preloaded app. Guess I need to get a new iPod TouchWhy not just use a USB flash drive and use an app to browse the contents?

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[BADCLOWN]

At 107k currently with the car and I’m bored with it, it’s time for a serious change. I’ve decided to try and supercharge the car come spring time. With the mileage on the car, what would you recommend also replacing during this installation that is directly or indirectly effected by the adding of these parts (VF kit not a twin screw)?

[Sockethead]

Anything in the fuel and ignition system that hasn't been refreshed should be done. If you haven't done plugs lately you should replace those.
The fuel filter has the fuel regulator in it and that pretty important to be consistent so you should make sure that's been replaced recently.

If you haven't checked the rubber bits in the drive train, you should inspect those too. Think engine mounts trans mounts, guibo, center bearing, diff bushings etc. If you haven't done your diff bushings yet, they are probably already torn. I replaced mine with poly because I tore two sets, granted, ten of thousands miles apart but you be adding a significant amount of power and there is a lot of slop in the rubber diff bushings...
The supercharger in my car added over 100 HP and ft lbs of torque. That's pretty significant.

Good your going with the VF because ESS has discontinued the TS series for the e46. The centrifugal should make some decent HP, it will just be further up the RPM band than a twin screw...

[PetesZ]

All of the crankcase plastic lines

[Sockethead]

All of the crankcase plastic lines

Good point! You'll still be using the stock intake manifold.

Check the condition of all you vacuum lines too. Especially the one that goes to the fuel filter/regulator. That one has a habit of deteriorating.
You should be able to get a hold of the installation instructions before you buy so you can see all that is involved...

[johnrando]

Sweet... welcome to the SC club!

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[Vas]

Imo just do headers and an lsd plus tune

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[BADCLOWN]

Went to harbor freight today and bought a jack for the first time in my life along with some other tools in order to put the Style 135s on for the first time in 1.5 years. Took the first wheel off and quickly realized that they weren't going to fit/didn't know I would need a spacer for the fronts. It's very close to not hitting but it looks like I'll need a 3-5mm spacer. Took the opportunity to clean the wheel wells, backs of the CHs, and the calipers while the front wheels were off. Then I cleaned up the 135s in preparation for when they go on sometime in the near future, just need to source the spacers.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1905/30269644257_dcee346831_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/N7PQEe)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/N7PQEe) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1930/45208726771_39c9d862ec_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bSWxqp)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2bSWxqp) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1908/44487092604_9120fb482c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2aMaYJ1)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2aMaYJ1) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[ZHPizza]

3mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQGVGWC/

5mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTLE5N0/

[BADCLOWN]

I
3mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQGVGWC/

5mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTLE5N0/


Do you need extended lugs with those?

[ZHPizza]

I


Do you need extended lugs with those?Doubt it. Should be plenty of thread engagement, but I don't have my 135's any more to check the depth of the mounting face and see.

[BADCLOWN]

Finally getting around to posting some pics, even though they aren't that exciting. Got the spacers in, ordered them off of Ebay x2 and I'm pretty happy with the quality of them. Shipping was super fast as well. My two rear CHs were ever so slightly rusted/stuck on the hub so after busting them off, I applied anti-seize to all the hubs and spacers. Overall it went smooth and the car was smoother (obviously) riding on the larger meat (that's what she said). Put the car in storage for the next 3 or so months until the snow and salt go away.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1905/30269644257_dcee346831_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/N7PQEe)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/N7PQEe) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4830/45318159444_c2ca7ed2ec_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2c3BpWC)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2c3BpWC) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4887/31103437677_1b7ae417b3_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PovfoR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/PovfoR) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4911/45318159984_7369834800_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2c3Bq6W)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2c3Bq6W) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4911/45318159984_7369834800_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2c3Bq6W)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2c3Bq6W) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[az3579]

Those are some pretty rotors...

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[BADCLOWN]

Debating on what to do next with the car, I feel mildly bored with it which is an odd feeling to have. I really want to do different wheels but multipiece BBS instead of the CHs, but this may run between 2-3k for wheels. The other more feasible option is to complete the BMWP brakes by getting rears and new rotors/pads all off ECS. The other minor thing I can do it get BMWP pedals to complete the set (already have the sedan ///M foot rest).

Need to repaint the bumper this spring as well and would love to install a full CF front lip spoiler but don’t know where to find one.

[BADCLOWN]

Anybody know what the paint code is for the mustard yellow calipers? You can get a set of gray ones used on eBay for 300-400 bucks.

Edit: apparently it is Phoenix yellow 445

[joeybananaz18]

Anybody know what the paint code is for the mustard yellow calipers? You can get a set of gray ones used on eBay for 300-400 bucks.

Iirc the grey brakes are the standard e82 135 brakes. I don’t believe they are the same as the bmwp brakes but I could be totally wrong.... and I hope I am.


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[BADCLOWN]

I could be wrong as well, they just appear to look the same

[az3579]

Iirc the grey brakes are the standard e82 135 brakes. I don’t believe they are the same as the bmwp brakes but I could be totally wrong.... and I hope I am.


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They are the same, just different color and badging.

[derbo]

They are identical to the 135i stock brakes but painted Phoenix yellow vs the grey. The rear calipers most likely have to flip left and right sides since the position of the caliper different than the E9x/E8x cars.

[johnrando]

Yup, same. Go for the brakes, it will be cool.

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[BADCLOWN]

Just purchased a used set with 108k on them for 300 shipped. I’ll have them stripped and painted/put new brake parts in them before install

[johnrando]

Nice

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[RUS_ZHP]

I forgot that you BBK up front. Retrofitting 135 rear calipers for that price is a very good option in my opinion. With matching paint it will be rad.
Great upgrades!

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[BADCLOWN]

I shot a message to Charlie as I knew he had some knowledge on the brake swap but he actually never got his completely installed.

He stated I should need longer brake lines, the 135i carrier bolts to mount them and not use the ZHP ones, and M3 rotors need to be utilized? Can anyone who has completed this 135i rear brake swap elaborate on this?

I did find this as well:

https://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1108527

[BADCLOWN]

Finally got around to opening the box after a week and inspect them, not bad I suppose:


https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7901/46369665235_1a1052af0d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dDwDYP)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2dDwDYP) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7848/46369662635_0f0ca2b111_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dDwDcZ)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2dDwDcZ) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7896/32342405977_8508a2bc1b_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RgZhvg)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RgZhvg) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7906/32342403537_c58483f09a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RgZgMc)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RgZgMc) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[RUS_ZHP]

They look mint!

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[fredo]

+1. Good find !

[johnrando]

I shot a message to Charlie as I knew he had some knowledge on the brake swap but he actually never got his completely installed.

He stated I should need longer brake lines, the 135i carrier bolts to mount them and not use the ZHP ones, and M3 rotors need to be utilized? Can anyone who has completed this 135i rear brake swap elaborate on this?

I did find this as well:

https://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1108527You all set here?

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[BADCLOWN]

You all set here?

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I just need confirmation from someone that has actually done this install that the short list of items is all I need:

Longer lines, M3 dust covers, M3 rotors

[johnrando]

Ah, ok. I don't know people who have done the rears. Have you reached out to Charlie?

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[ZHPizza]

Ah, ok. I don't know people who have done the rears. Have you reached out to Charlie?

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[BADCLOWN]

He was the first person I messaged and provided the above mentioned info. He never completed it so if anyone has actually done it, I just want to chat with them about it

[cakM3]

Jacob, I test fitted my setup on my ZHP (before I sold it) with Botond’s help and the M3 rotors fit and the rotor offset lined up perfectly with the 135i rear calipers. Only issue was that the M3 rear rotors needed about 2mm shaved off the diameter not the width.

If you try using the 330i rear rotors the offset of the rotors won’t be enough and won’t line up to the 135i rear calioers and therefore not work.

The 330 ebrake will also work with the M3 rear rotors as well.


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[BADCLOWN]

How would you go about shaving diameter off of a rotor? I’ve never heard of that ever.

[cakM3]

How would you go about shaving diameter off of a rotor? I’ve never heard of that ever.

The guy who did this mod to his BMW said this is what he had to do to make it work. He then said any machine shop should be able to do this but I never found one and then ended up selling off my ZHP...

[BADCLOWN]

My brother is planning to take my car here soon down to Louisville for a refinish/respray of my front bumper and hood. He will also be painting my calipers Phoenix yellow. All in all $600 for that work.

I’m going to have him take my car to a shop down there that I used in the past for a DME update. This got rid of my 4K issue in my 1st ZHP, hoping for the same with this car.

[BADCLOWN]

Well, Stein Automotive in Louisville has said my software is the latest out. Guess I’ll have to live with the 4K for now. They found some other minor issues that I’ll address later on this spring. Off to the body shop it goes.


Anyone have suggestions for rear diff bushings that are poly but still feel OE?

[BADCLOWN]

Disassembled for stripping and prep work, painting the entire front clip:


https://live.staticflickr.com/7844/47492273952_1ab788a20a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2fmJjrw)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2fmJjrw) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7838/47492273922_0043c7e9b7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2fmJjr1) (https://flic.kr/p/2fmJjr1) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7853/40579066343_7de3f14127_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24PQjET) (https://flic.kr/p/24PQjET) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7866/40579066333_5c056e3785_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24PQjEH) (https://flic.kr/p/24PQjEH) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7868/32602507497_1c0d30424a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/REYnCe) (https://flic.kr/p/REYnCe) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7842/46821462364_2a71f2fd03_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2eksewu) (https://flic.kr/p/2eksewu) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[johnrando]

Oh wow. Very nice. You painting it or someone else?

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[BADCLOWN]

Oh wow. Very nice. You painting it or someone else?

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Two of my brothers work for a body repair facility in Louisville that does all the certified repairs on Teslas (only one in this region), Mercedes, and Audi. They also do a lot of high end/financially well off clientele work

[BADCLOWN]

update: the car should be going to paint this week. here's some in progress prep pics

https://live.staticflickr.com/7801/32672536887_7af76607e4_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RMahVv)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RMahVv) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7842/32672536857_65073d914f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUZ)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUZ) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7851/32672536847_b45071c1ae_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUP)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUP) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/7919/32672536827_b14d59cb8f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUt)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RMahUt) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[BADCLOWN]

Rest of the front clip should be done this weekend:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46729843995_263d24b136_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ecmEzr)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2ecmEzr) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[BADCLOWN]

Final tape off and completed paint, car should be reassembled by Wednesday or so. Probably will have to let the paint cure on the calipers for another few weeks before having them put on but I think everything looks markedly better without the rock chips and wear from over the years.


https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/32709611487_dbd686d3ab_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RQriUK)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RQriUK) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/32709611537_38fc37bd8d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RQriVB)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RQriVB) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47652314471_d00ef0221e_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2fASyUP)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2fASyUP) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33790388348_5b331def4f_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/TtWzdy)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/TtWzdy) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33790388388_049623e6d1_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/TtWzef)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/TtWzef) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/40701299563_893c81e74d_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/251CNmc)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/251CNmc) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/40701299583_38de025813_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/251CNmx)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/251CNmx) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46752018095_c2cf8480bc_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2eejjav)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2eejjav) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[cakM3]

I love the progress and documentation of your project thread Jacob! Looking great!! [emoji1417][emoji1417]


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[fredo]

Well done, this is a quality job.

[Will]

Looking good!

[BADCLOWN]

Finished product, I'll have some better pictures once I get the car back and do a spring clay/wax on the rest of the car and mount the CHs back on it:


https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47698713201_2d16a942d3_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2fEYnCV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2fEYnCV) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33821237308_207e6ea21e_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/TwEFxb)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/TwEFxb) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33821237348_0ba2bf5d44_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/TwEFxS)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/TwEFxS) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[BADCLOWN]

Went and got the car from my brother in Louisville yesterday morning. Today I washed the entire car, clay bar from the front doors back, waxed the entire car, removed the 135s (cleaned them for storage), wiped down the brakes and suspension components, waxed the CHs and mounted them, light interior cleaning, and a quick test drive. Installed a CF cabin filter cover as well that I scooped up over winter. The car is ready to go. Now, on to the 135i rear brake upgrade along with doing all the rear end bushings.


https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46946246604_8fccb454a7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ewtMwU)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2ewtMwU) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/32792234067_795913f0a5_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RXJLHZ)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RXJLHZ) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickrhttps://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46818973735_4ddbf5898b_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2eketK6)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2eketK6) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/32792234097_b66e50773a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RXJLJv)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/RXJLJv) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/33858535728_4ab41e2dc7_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/TzXR4o)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/TzXR4o) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr

[John in VA]

Looks great, but your oil filler cap is upside down!! :thumbsup

[WOLFN8TR]

Looks Awesome Jacob!!

[johnrando]

Beauty!

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[cakM3]

Jacob, the Phoenix Yellow calipers really pop against your black ZHP. Looks absolutely stunning! [emoji41]


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[BADCLOWN]

Thanks guys

I’m looking for a compatible M cluster to get programmed. Anybody have one laying around?

[Sockethead]

I got mine off of ebay

[BADCLOWN]

I got mine off of ebay


I’ve been looking there. Not willing to spend $250-300 on a cluster AND any good one I do find, the seller is unwilling to send more detailed photos of the cluster face showing condition

[Sockethead]

I paid $400 for mine 3 years ago

[BADCLOWN]

Just purchased a 2004 6spd 24H coded M3 cluster that appears to be in excellent shape for $145/shipped. Adding this final piece to the spring install list

[Sockethead]

Good find!

[BADCLOWN]

Should get the car back Thurs/Fri this week, but the install of parts has commenced:


https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47955566806_3868cb1359_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2g4EPgm)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/2g4EPgm) by Jacob G. (https://www.flickr.com/photos/26648701@N07/), on Flickr