Bryant's Imola/6MT ZHP

[FL116]

As some of you guys know, I am the new owner of a 2004 IR/6MT Sedan ZHP with only 83k miles! I started my search about a year ago and gave up because I was having zero luck. Then one day I randomly logged back on to ZHPmafia and went to classifieds and saw a ZHP that caught my eye. I wasn't even looking to buy, but the deal was too good. I am so excited about this car. The quality of it is so much better than my previous car. I love modifying cars so that I can make it my own. My progression thread may be a little slow though, as I am a 20-year-old college student, so maintenance must come first! I bought the car for a really great deal. After thorough inspections of the car, the only thing it needs mechanically is a new oil feed line, it is dripping just a tad bit of oil and maybe new shocks soon. Cosmetically, it is in decent shape with some things I am going to fix.

Here are some pictures:

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Maint. And Upgrades Performed

Bought Car: 83,xxx miles

83,xxx - Valve Cover Gasket
83,xxx - Oil Feed Line
84,xxx - Front Bumper trim replaced
84,xxx - New Grilles (Matte Black)
84,xxx - LaminX Yellow Fogs
84,xxx - Coby Wheel (Black Alc. w/ ///M stitching and red center stripe
84,xxx - AUX Input Kit
85,xxx - New Roundels
85,xxx - Khoalty Lense Replacements
85,207 - Gruppe M Intake
85,658 - Oil Change
90,000 - Oil Filter Housing Gasket
90,000 - BBS CKs
************** RCR Tails
************** Clear Corners
93,546 - BMW Performance Shift Knob
95,378 - Spark Plugs,
*************** Disa O-Ring,
*************** Oil Change (Castrol Synthetic)
98,224 - Vibrant Streetpower Muffler Installed
98,723 - Tail Light Ground Fix

[fredo]

Hello there ! What about a new set of Khoalty headlight lenses ? They go for $80 ... $124 if you order the seals. Maybe you can start with this and then retrofit later.

[FL116]

Yeah I will definitely be getting new lenses also, I was just going to install them at the same time I do the retrofit. Kill 2 birds with one stone lol

[fredo]

Makes sense. Oh, about the brakes. Dont know what kind of pads you have. The OEM make a lot of brake dust. On the e90 I changed to Akebono ceramic pads and love the results. Perhaps you can consider this when it's time to replace the brake pads.

[FL116]

I'll look into it! Thanks! My buddy has a 335i and he gets a ton of brake dust.

[ELCID86]

What is it that you don't like about your headlights?

[FL116]

I just want better light output, and I'm not going to get that with Halogens. And the retrofit is only like $200, which is a good upgrade to me.

[ELCID86]

OK. I was pretty happy with the halogens on my last car. But if it's only ~$200...

[FL116]

OK. I was pretty happy with the halogens on my last car. But if it's only ~$200...

I mean,,, the output of these halogens is much better than the halogens on my previous car. Maybe I will get the new lenses and then I can decide if I want to do the retrofit or not.

[ELCID86]

I mean,,, the output of these halogens is much better than the halogens on my previous car. Maybe I will get the new lenses and then I can decide if I want to do the retrofit or not.

Sound plan. I need new lenses on my car too.

[FL116]

I found a killer deal on some BBS wheels w/tires for $1k. But I honestly think I want to put that money towards an exhaust and other mods before I do wheels. I really like the ZHP stock wheels

[FL116]

So just an idea.... I can buy a OBX catback exhaust that has stainless steel, mandrel bent piping for $465. Does anyone have the OBX exhaust that can give me some insight on the sound? I had an OBX catback exhaust on my last car. When I bought (only $300), I planned on swapping out the mufflers to get a better sound, but I actually ended up liking the sound of it, so I kept it. The main reason I like this system is because it has good material and mandrel bent pipes. Or should I just hold out and get the tse3? Thanks

Link to exhaust: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00T77NPKE/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1426547812&sr=8-2&keywords=bmw+e46+330i+exhaust&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

[FL116]

Woot! Parts are finally starting to arrive! Just got my Oil Feed Line. I have new roundels, grilles, Lamin-x fogs, and bumper trim on the way!
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[FL116]

Someone dropped some nice things off at my doorstep today! Going to paint the grilles black before I install them!

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[theothersawyer]

Awesome!!

[FL116]

So kinda a bittersweet weekend. The bumper trim that I have recieved must have been a bad batch, the clips were opposite, so they didn't fit. They will be returned...

As for the positive, the grilles came in and were painted black! Also installed Lamin-x yellow fogs. Ill get better pictures soon

And also on the list. Going to be ordering
-New Headlight Lenses from Khoalty
-Aux Input Kit from Turner Motorsports
-Coby Wheel re-wrap

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[MackDiva]

Makes sense. Oh, about the brakes. Dont know what kind of pads you have. The OEM make a lot of brake dust. On the e90 I changed to Akebono ceramic pads and love the results. Perhaps you can consider this when it's time to replace the brake pads.

Newbie here. I'm getting my brakes done now, and I hadn't even thought about getting ceramic pads. What's the cost difference for these ceramic pads vs OEM? Are they compatible with OEM rotors, or have to be paired with something specific on the rotors? I've heard that ceramic pads can squeal - ever had that problem with these? I may call my mechanic tomorrow and tell him to hold off on the OEM's...

[rguti153]

let me know I have a oem aux input kit willing to let go

[mbeckel]

let me know I have a oem aux input kit willing to let go
Why didn't you tell me about it? I could use it

Sent from in the bushes

[FL116]

I ordered the Khoalty Headlight Lenses. I also ordered the Aux Input Kit from Turner Motorsport, only $39!

[BMWCurves]

I found a killer deal on some BBS wheels w/tires for $1k. But I honestly think I want to put that money towards an exhaust and other mods before I do wheels. I really like the ZHP stock wheels

The car looks great! Was it one listed over in the classifieds? I've never gotten an aftermarket exhaust, but from my experience, a lighter set of wheels does wonders. My father owns a NA Miata that I've been driving around until I found my car, and when he swapped out the stock wheels for BBS wheels (they weigh just 11 lbs each, 25ish lbs total in each corner with tires), it transformed the car. It's like a go cart, handles exactly like a car should, and is absolutely planted. I'm considering doing a square set up with lighter wheels on my car in the future because of that. That said, don't let me dissuade you from an exhaust set up, just putting in my $0.02 for the magic that is a lighter wheel set up.

[FL116]

The car looks great! Was it one listed over in the classifieds? I've never gotten an aftermarket exhaust, but from my experience, a lighter set of wheels does wonders. My father owns a NA Miata that I've been driving around until I found my car, and when he swapped out the stock wheels for BBS wheels (they weigh just 11 lbs each, 25ish lbs total in each corner with tires), it transformed the car. It's like a go cart, handles exactly like a car should, and is absolutely planted. I'm considering doing a square set up with lighter wheels on my car in the future because of that. That said, don't let me dissuade you from an exhaust set up, just putting in my $0.02 for the magic that is a lighter wheel set up.

Trust me, I believe you. The only decision is what to get first lol we will see. I am enjoying the car exactly how it is right now, so I might just hold off on the exhaust for a little. I still have to fix some small things. I definitely want to get the Coby wrap for the steering wheel

[FL116]

Sad news... replaced the oil feed line, but the car is still leaking a little bit of oil. I'm not sure if it is leaking from the work that the dealership did before I bought it, but I'm going to get it checked this week.

Some other news: The guy who I bought the Roundels from sent me the center caps to the wheels, he keeps saying the packages got mixed up and to send the center caps back, but I'm not returning them unless my roundel is delivered. But whatever, it was only $10, Ill just keep the center caps. I'll just have to buy new roundels.

Good news: The Khoalty Lenses came in! I do not have the new seals yet, so I will havr to wait to install them.

[Vas]

Oil filter housing gasket has been replaced ? And valve cover gasket ?

[FL116]

Dealership replaced the valve cover gasket. Going to check them both out.

[poke08]

We gotta link up soon so I can check out the ZHP. Sounds like she's coming along well.

[FL116]

We gotta link up soon so I can check out the ZHP. Sounds like she's coming along well.

Saturday is Cars and Coffee. Are you free?

[FL116]

Some photos that my friend took at Cars and Coffee last saturday!

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I am also ordering the Coby Wheel this week!! Im excited!

[ELCID86]

You'll love the wheel. Have you considered replacing the license plate trim with the "delete" trim? Just a thought. Great looking car.


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[danewilson77]

I am also ordering the Coby Wheel this week!! Im excited!

Good move.

The friendliest forum on the planet.

[FL116]

Have you considered replacing the license plate trim with the "delete" trim? Just a thought. Great looking car.


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I ordered a Genuine BMW 'delete' trim and when I got it, the clip things were opposite... maybe a defected piece? It didn't fit so I have to find another one.

[Vas]

You sure it was the correct part number ?

[FL116]

You sure it was the correct part number ?

Part number: 51117030611 right?
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-8367-51117030611-genuine-bmw-part.aspx

I didn't order from Turner last time but I will this time. I just want to make sure this is correct.

Or is there a special front bumper trim for the m-techII bumper?

[Vas]

This is what you need

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Exterior/Body/Front_Bumper/Plate_Filler/ES75224/

[FL116]

Thanks

[FL116]

Stay tuned...
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[Vas]

Awesome. Color choice ?

[ELCID86]

Wow, that wheel is trashed!

[FL116]

Awesome. Color choice ?

Blue and Red stitching with a red center stripe


Wow, that wheel is trashed!

That picture doesn't even show the worst part. Look at this.
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[Vas]

My coby wheel is also black alcantara with tri-stitch and red stripe. Good choice 👌

[FL116]

My coby wheel is also black alcantara with tri-stitch and red stripe. Good choice ��

Got any pics? And I am super excited! I have heard so many great reviews.

[Vas]

Got any pics? And I am super excited! I have heard so many great reviews.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/08/339b3fe402d179096dfd876c4dfcde73.jpg

[FL116]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/08/339b3fe402d179096dfd876c4dfcde73.jpg

I'm very excited! My old wheel was so trashed. I have no clue what the previous owner did to get it to that condition.

[FL116]

So new bumper trim is installed. Other mods might be on hold for a little. Some things I have started to come up... I am going to be moving so the search is on. Also, some other stuff work related is kind of iffy at the moment. Hopefully everything works out and I can start working more on the car. So if you all could send your prayers for those situations that would be great. Very tough spot right now.

But on the bright side, my Coby Wheel should be coming in next week. :D

[johnrando]

Sent.

[FL116]

Also. In addition to everything said above in my last post ^^. I'm not sure if anyone has heard about what happened at Walt Disney World Exotic Car Driving Experience this past Sunday. A driving instructor passed away when the driver lost control of the vehicle around a turn and the car hit the side of a barrier on the passenger side. The instructor's name was Gary, and he was a fantastic man. My bestfriend works there and Gary was his manager. Gary was my friend also. I was just there last weekend where I was able to get a free ride along in a Ferrari 430, with the permission of Gary. He was an awesome guy and had a 1-year-old daughter :(. This is truly heartbreaking and Gary will never be forgotten. Please keep those families and co-workers in your thoughts and prayers as they go through this hard time. RIP GT.

Here is an article from Jalopnik.
http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/please-stop-killing-my-friends-1697610915

[fredo]

Sad news, I didn't hear about it until now. RIP.

[danewilson77]

Sorry to hear FL. That really sucks.

"No flamesuit required"

[Pip]

Sorry to hear. Sad article to read.

[JupiterBMW]

Wow, a really tough loss, I can't imagine... Sorry to hear...

Side note, were you in South Florida today? On I-95 Southbound? I saw a car very similar to yours, but had Euro (RCR) taillights and clear side markers...

[johnrando]

Very sorry to hear.

[FL116]

Side note, were you in South Florida today? On I-95 Southbound? I saw a car very similar to yours, but had Euro (RCR) taillights and clear side markers...
Wasn't me lol

[FL116]

What do we have here? :mwah

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[fredo]

Nice ...Coby ?

[FL116]

Nice ...Coby ?

Yup! Going to be putting the wheel back on tomorrow. I will have updated pics.

[FL116]

Got it installed yesterday and let me say I am loving the Coby Wheel!! Such great quality and Mike is awesome to work with. I will definitely be going back to Coby! Here's a quick shot, I haven't been able to get good photos yet, it has been raining way to much! Florida Life LOL

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[fredo]

Really nice, man ! I bet you will be washing your hands more often. :biggrin

[ELCID86]

Looks great, except for your car being on it side!

[FL116]

Looks great, except for your car being on it side!
Lol, yeah thats another issue :P

[theothersawyer]

That looks great!

[Vas]

Good color choice

[johnrando]

Nice!

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[Whammy]

+1 for Coby Wheel!!!

[BMWCurves]

Looks very nice!

[FL116]

Thanks guys! I am very happy with it

[FL116]

So today is a bitter-sweet day as I had a to part ways with my beloved G6. It was my first car so it meant a lot. Although it wasn't the most well-built car, it will always a have a place in my heart.

Ironically, when I went to deliver the car to the buyer, the tire was flat.... :facepalm but I called the buyer, put the spare on, and he said he will just get it patched later. But the car is now done and the main focus is now the ZHP :D

Here are some pictures of the 6er: You will be missed.

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[cakM3]

Bryant we all have soft spots for our first cars :thumbsup You will always remember all the TLC you put into her....ahhh the memories!!! :) Soon, your ZHP will fill that void and if you hang around this bunch....you'll be doing some crazy things to your ZHP :thumbsup ;)

[FL116]

So this is random.... but here is a quick question for you guys. My shift knob keeps popping off. For instance, when shifting from first to second, sometimes the shift knob just pops off. It comes fairly easy. Is there a way to get it so it doesn't come off easily when shifting quickly? I feel like this has happened to some of you. Any advice will be helpful thanks.

[billyjack]

So this is random.... but here is a quick question for you guys. My shift knob keeps popping off. For instance, when shifting from first to second, sometimes the shift knob just pops off. It comes fairly easy. Is there a way to get it so it doesn't come off easily when shifting quickly? I feel like this has happened to some of you. Any advice will be helpful thanks.

You need a new shift knob. BMW in their infinite German wisdom decided to use plastic clips instead of threads. So when the plastic gets old and brittle, off pops the knob. I think people have rigged them to stay on after their clips broke but you'd need to search around for what to do.

[FL116]

You need a new shift knob. BMW in their infinite German wisdom decided to use plastic clips instead of threads. So when the plastic gets old and brittle, off pops the knob. I think people have rigged them to stay on after their clips broke but you'd need to search around for what to do.

Okay, that makes sense. Maybe a good time for the BMW Performance Shift Knob?

[ELCID86]

Okay, that makes sense. Maybe a good time for the BMW Performance Shift Knob?

Isn't Vas selling one?


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[FL116]

Isn't Vas selling one?


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Not sure, I'll shoot him a PM

[Vas]

Just sold mine.

[FL116]

For the people who have installed the AUX Input Kit for their cars, where did you run the AUX cord? I was thinking about running it to the black tray right above the ashtray? Any thoughts?

[poke08]

For the people who have installed the AUX Input Kit for their cars, where did you run the AUX cord? I was thinking about running it to the black tray right above the ashtray? Any thoughts?

I ran my aux in first ZHP through there but my current car has it right next to the ashtray. Either works

[ClimRox]

For the people who have installed the AUX Input Kit for their cars, where did you run the AUX cord? I was thinking about running it to the black tray right above the ashtray? Any thoughts?

I ran mine to the oddments tray so it would be hidden under the armrest. In the box above the ashtray may be a nice hidden area as well.

[BMWCurves]

For the people who have installed the AUX Input Kit for their cars, where did you run the AUX cord? I was thinking about running it to the black tray right above the ashtray? Any thoughts?

I like to put my phone in the front cup holder so in my 2003 330Ci I put it in the sunglass/upper compartment in the center console like so:

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It was a good, unobtrusive spot for the port but the cord would go over the center console and the shifter so after a while it was annoying. So in my ZHP I decided to route it by the rear cup holder for three reasons: 1. the port was hidden away under the armrest and 2. the cord wouldn't clutter the shifter or block the center console and 3. the cord could reach the rear seats without out having an unnecessarily long cord. It is like so (link is to my build thread):

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?15714-William-s-330Ci-ZHP-Maintenance-and-Project-Thread&p=428295#post428295

[FL116]

I will probably just route it to the compartment above the ashtray. I can keep an extra 'long' aux cord in my car for people in the backseat.

[FL116]

Also, has anybody installed an OEM Alarm on their car? I may pick one up, want to how the install was. Thanks

[FL116]

So for the first time since owning the ZHP, I took it down some nice backroads to have some fun. It's unbelievable how well this car handles. The accelaration is perfect and I really enjoyed the cruise. I am never going to get tired of this car :D

[johnrando]

:like

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[cakM3]

Nice to see your project thread Bryant!! :biggrin I like how you're more on maintenance before mods frame of mind! Awesome!!! Looking forward to seeing progress over time on your beautiful ZHP :thumbsup

[FL116]

Nice to see your project thread Bryant!! :biggrin I like how you're more on maintenance before mods frame of mind! Awesome!!! Looking forward to seeing progress over time on your beautiful ZHP :thumbsup

Indeed. Gotta make sure the car is up to my standards before I start adding mods :D

[FL116]

And speaking of things that need to be up to my standards, my car is still leaking a small amount of oil. I had the oil feed line changed and it is still leaking a little. My only guess is that it is the O-ring for the oil filter housing?

[Vas]

How much is a small amount? Does the yellow oil light come on?

If the oil filter housing gasket has not been done yet, I would tackle that next.

[FL116]

How much is a small amount? Does the yellow oil light come on?

If the oil filter housing gasket has not been done yet, I would tackle that next.

Light has not come on. And it is only a few drops here and there, nothing severe. I'm not sure if the oil filter housing gasket has been done.

[Vas]

Light has not come on. And it is only a few drops here and there, nothing severe. I'm not sure if the oil filter housing gasket has been done.

Few drops here and there meaning you see it where you park?

I would do the gasket. Mine started to fail around the same mileage as yours. It is dirt cheap to purchase and not that hard to DIY.

[JB3]

Wow how did I miss this?

Nice car dude, where you moving to?

[FL116]

Wow how did I miss this?

Nice car dude, where you moving to?

Thanks! I'm moving only about 20 minutes away from where I live now lol.

[FL116]

Few drops here and there meaning you see it where you park?

I would do the gasket. Mine started to fail around the same mileage as yours. It is dirt cheap to purchase and not that hard to DIY.

PN: 11421719855 right?

[Vas]

PN: 11421719855 right?
Yup

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/11421719855/ES23900/

[FL116]

Guess what car I rented to drive to Alabama this weekend!!!!

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I have never driven a Z so this going to be pretty fun. I will be searching for some nice backroads when I get to Bama lol

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[cakM3]

Interested in hearing your thoughts on this ride Bryant! Enjoy!!! :thumbsup

[poke08]

Guess what car I rented to drive to Alabama this weekend!!!!

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I have never driven a Z so this going to be pretty fun. I will be searching for some nice backroads when I get to Bama lol

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Why didn't you have this earlier when you stopped by haha

[FL116]

Why didn't you have this earlier when you stopped by haha
Lol. Just picked it up. I may swing by an empty parking lot on the way home and have some fun. :thumbsup


Interested in hearing your thoughts on this ride Bryant! Enjoy!!! :thumbsup

Yeah I will definitely let you guys know how this car compares to the ZHP. And for me being 6'6", I fit pretty nicley inside Lol

[BMWCurves]

Yeah I will definitely let you guys know how this car compares to the ZHP. And for me being 6'6", I fit pretty nicley inside Lol

That's actually very impressive. For some reason I remember riding in a friend's 350Z years ago and thinking it was not very large inside. In for your thoughts on the 370!

[JB3]

These thing are so polarizing. Everyone I know hates them, but I like them. I even like the 350Z.

Enjoy!

[FL116]

I took it out for a little bit, and this thing is pretty quick. The sound of it is awesome. Can't wait to see how it feels during a road trip

[johnrando]

Oohh, fun!

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[FL116]

Left at 4am this morning and just arrived in Alabama a few hours ago, and honestly the trip wasn't too bad. Granted, I am a taller individual so it may not have as comfortable to me as it would to someone shorter. But even for me, I didn't have any problem with the car. Felt very good on the highway and averaged about 26 mpg.

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Spent the day at the new house on the Gulf and this was my first time seeing it and there was one thing that I fell in love with IMMEDIATELY. The garage.

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It is a 'barn' type garage and it is huge! Can easily fit 6-7 cars inside. I wish I was living there, I would never leave that garage lol I snapped a few pictures of the Z since I don't have the ZHP.

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It looks small on the outside, but its not.
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Overall, the trip up here was nice and the power in the 370z is very good. And I also find the automatic rev-matching to be pretty cool. I will admit, they did a good job with that.

[cakM3]

Interesting Bryant!


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[FL116]

Haven't really done much with the ZHP lately, but today I gave her a nice interior cleaning =) :thumbsup

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And something else I was thinking about today, the car may look like its a "ready-to-go" car, but in my eyes, there is still so much to work on and detail. The exterior was washed and waxed yesterday and the interior was cleaned today, tomorrow's challenge is the engine bay :D

[BMWCurves]

Looking good! Your alcantara wheel almost makes me wish I had taken the $199 hit and kept my old alcantara wheel and had it refreshed by Coby just so I could swap it out seasonally like Charlie.

[FL116]

Alright, so not really any updates on the ZHP right now. New lenses will be installed this week.

As for other news, I just finished my first 2 years of college and got my AA!!! Lets goo!!! Super excited and finished with straight A's! Now to move on to finish the next 2 years! With that being said, it is now summer and I can finally work more hours at my job and earn more money for mods for the ZHP. Just want to thank you all for the support and awesome community that you provide! I am definitely looking foward to getting to know you guys better and hopefully be able to make one of the reunions! Well, that's it! Thanks again.

[cakM3]

Congrats Bryant! :thumbsup That is great news!!

[danewilson77]

Congrats Bryant! :thumbsup That is great news!!
+1

[FL116]

Installed new lenses I got from Khoalty. Install was simple. In my eyes, it is a whole new car!!!

Before:
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After:
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[fredo]

Talk about a drastic change ! Do you get condensation in the driver front corner ? I needed to replace mine because of that.

[FL116]

Talk about a drastic change ! Do you get condensation in the driver front corner ? I needed to replace mine because of that.

I know, it's a whole new car now! And no condensation at all.

[FL116]

So I haven't figured out why my passenger tail light is dimmer than the driver side tail light. So I'm thinking about just going ahead and getting clear tails. Think that will solve the problem?

And has anyone bought the clears from Modbargins?
http://www.modbargains.com/Clear-Smoked-BMW-E46-Sedan-Taillights.htm

[FL116]

Special delivery! Gruppe M Intake! Big thanks to Jonathan!
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[BMWCurves]

Nice! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

You will love the Gruppe M intake Bryant! Congrats :thumbsup

[poke08]

Special delivery! Gruppe M Intake! Big thanks to Jonathan!
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No problem. Enjoy brotha!

[FL116]

No problem. Enjoy brotha!

:thumbsup thanks again

[derbo]

So I haven't figured out why my passenger tail light is dimmer than the driver side tail light. So I'm thinking about just going ahead and getting clear tails. Think that will solve the problem?

And has anyone bought the clears from Modbargins?
http://www.modbargains.com/Clear-Smoked-BMW-E46-Sedan-Taillights.htm


Try swapping the bulbs from the left side to the right side. Also check if your grounds are good as the Taillights have been part of a bad ground recall.

[johnrando]

Very nice

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[FL116]

Alright. So I installed the Gruppe M Intake today and wow did it surprise me! The sound is incredible! Honestly, I am not even interested in getting an exhaust after installing the intake. Exhaust will come later on.

[FL116]

Not much going on with the ZHP, but I'd figure I would give you guys some updates. Finally fixed the taillight issue, bought a new bulb carrier and fixed the problem.

Car just took it's first long road trip from Orlando to Mobile. Did the whole road trip on one tank of gas. Averaged over 30+ MPHs. Very impressed by the gas mileage of this car.

As for mods. Not going to be doing too much to the car in the next few months due to me moving and getting settled into a different place. BUT...

Angel Eyes have just been ordered, and I am still deciding if I want to pick up a set of Club Sport splitters. I will have pics of the AE's once installed.

Hope everyone here is doing great. Sorry I haven't been as active lately because of the move.

Here are some recent pics
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[Vas]

Thumbs up

[FL116]

Angel Eyes arrived today! Going to install them sunday :thumbsup

[BMWCurves]

Nice! What brand did you go with?

[johnrando]

+1

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[FL116]

Nice! What brand did you go with?

Khoalty.

[cakM3]

looking forward to seeing installed pics Bryant!

[BMWCurves]

Khoalty.

That's the brand I had in my '03 330Ci. I liked them very much. I will say when you install them, use electrical tape between the attachment tabs and the headlight housing to make sure they don't shift around. Mine did after a couple months and I had to take the headlights apart again to tape them into place.

[FL116]

looking forward to seeing installed pics Bryant!

Hoping to install them this weekend but we will see..


That's the brand I had in my '03 330Ci. I liked them very much. I will say when you install them, use electrical tape between the attachment tabs and the headlight housing to make sure they don't shift around. Mine did after a couple months and I had to take the headlights apart again to tape them into place.

Awesome. Thanks for the advice. I will definitely do that

[FL116]

Surprise!! Angel Eyes Intstalled! Thanks to Jonathan for helping with the install :thumbsup

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[fredo]

Well done, guys ! Nice to see my 2 favorite ZHP colors side to side. :thumbsup

[BMWCurves]

Nice, they look good!

[BADCLOWN]

looks great! the want to install angel eyes is strong within the clown

[johnrando]

:like

[FL116]

Okay guys, so the oil leak has become worse. I got an oil change about 3k miles ago and I am almost out. I didn't realize how much oil it was leaking until the oil drip light came on the dash today... here are some pictures of the oil under/on the engine.... any thoughts on what it could be? Im going to take it to the shop on monday to get it checked. But Im thinking its possibly the valve cover gasket or the O-ring on the bottom of the oil filter housing. I am topping it off with oil until I get it checked.

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[az3579]

Okay guys, so the oil leak has become worse. I got an oil change about 3k miles ago and I am almost out. I didn't realize how much oil it was leaking until the oil drip light came on the dash today... here are some pictures of the oil under/on the engine.... any thoughts on what it could be? Im going to take it to the shop on monday to get it checked. But Im thinking its possibly the valve cover gasket or the O-ring on the bottom of the oil filter housing. I am topping it off with oil until I get it checked.

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Classic case of an oil filter housing gasket. Sub $10 part.

[slater]

agree with BP, OFHG. easy repair.

peter

[FL116]

I haven't updated this project thread in a while. Nothing is new with the car in terms of mods, but I recently replaced the OFHG and the oil leak has stopped! Not sure if I can do it myself, but does anyone know how to reset the "Oil leak" light on the dash? It comes on occassionally but turns off after some time. I have checked the oil level and leakage and there is none.

[BMWCurves]

The yellow oil can light? I get that light on from time to time and my oil level is perfect. I plan to replace the oil level sensor next oil change, along with a switch to Mobil 0W-40 oil from BMW 5W-30, which some people say can interfere with the oil level sensor. Part numbers:

Oil level sensor - 12617508003
Gasket - 12611744292

[san]

I used get the yellow light too, but not since I replaced my ccv... But I guess mine was a genuine oil burning issue due to clogged ccv...


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[FL116]

So my passenger side window decided to stop working. When I press the button I can hear it clicking, but the button feels very loose now for some reason also. Is this the regulator or the motor?

[fredo]

I bet it's the regulator. That's a common failure.

[FL116]

Here is a teaser for you guys!
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[FL116]

Got some new shoes for the ZHP! BBS CK's! Also, got some clear corners, side markers, and RCR tails! Thanks to Jon! Love the new look of the car!

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[slater]

what are the specs on those wheels? looks great!

[Vas]

Car looks great.

[san]

Looks good :thumbsup


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[danewilson77]

CK's....:drool

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[BMWCurves]

Damn, that looks nice! The gray works well on Imola

[johnrando]

Yup

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[FL116]

what are the specs on those wheels? looks great!

Square setup 18x8.5 et 34

[FL116]

So my CEL came on. Took it to Autozone for a diagnostic, and it seems to be the MAF Sensor. Any options to fix this besides getting the MAF Sensor? Can I get some MAF Sensor cleaner, will that help? I just want to try other options before spending the money to get a new MAF Sensor. TIA

[az3579]

So my CEL came on. Took it to Autozone for a diagnostic, and it seems to be the MAF Sensor. Any options to fix this besides getting the MAF Sensor? Can I get some MAF Sensor cleaner, will that help? I just want to try other options before spending the money to get a new MAF Sensor. TIA
You cannot clean our hot film MAFs. If the code says MAF, you need a MAF.

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[Vas]

Do you recall the exact code? Also did they clear it so the light is off ?

[FL116]

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[FL116]

Bump^^^^ there's the fully diagnostic

[az3579]

Okay, so it's just "recommending" a MAF, but that could possibly not be an issue. I would start simple. Start with checking your intake boot for cracks. Ensure all of the boots and intake components are properly installed (clamps tight, boots fully inserted, etc.).

[ELCID86]

Okay, so it's just "recommending" a MAF, but that could possibly not be an issue. I would start simple. Start with checking your intake boot for cracks. Ensure all of the boots and intake components are properly installed (clamps tight, boots fully inserted, etc.).

Agreed. Probably not the maf.


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[FL116]

Checked the boots. Look to be good. Going to have a smoke test done

[ELCID86]

Checked the boots. Look to be good. Going to have a smoke test done

What's that cost? (I may need one)


Tumbs, fone, TaT. ;-)

[FL116]

What's that cost? (I may need one)


Tumbs, fone, TaT. ;-)

Shop quoted me $50 for a smoke test

[anandoc]

A very comprehensive post around lean codes - worth a shot for sure:

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=897616

[FL116]

A very comprehensive post around lean codes - worth a shot for sure:

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=897616

Very nice, thanks! The DISA O-ring will be getting replaced.

Also got some NGK Spark Plugs!

[FL116]

Okay, so my tail light dash light came on AGAIN today. I know it is because that recall has not been performed (the one where they relocate the ground). Since this has not been performed, am I allowed to have BMW replace it? Last time I asked them, they said no because it wasn't in their recall system. But I'm tired of paying money for new bulb carriers and I shouldn't have to spend more money on a tail light grounding kit when it was recalled years ago.

[Vas]

Take it to a different dealer.

[az3579]

Take it to a different dealer.

This recall applies to your car, regardless of what their system says. I'd do what Vas recommended.
It's pretty easy to do, so you can do it yourself if you felt so inclined.

[FL116]

So I haven't updated this thread in a while, as I have been busy with school, work, and trying to land a summer internship. So here are some photos of the car as it currently sits. Taken at Cars and Coffee.
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I thought this was a cool photo as well.
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As far as future mods/maintenance go, the only performance mod I will be doing soon is a muffler delete. All maintenance from there. I am very happy with how the car sits as it is. I will be working on tiny interior stuff as well. My CEL is off now and the car isn't running lean anymore, turns out it was the DISA O-Ring, and it was a very simple install. Hope everyone here is doing well.

[Vas]

Looks great

[BMWCurves]

Those BBS CHs look really good on your car. What spacers are you running?

[johnrando]

+1 and +1

[BMWCurves]

Also, you should consider respraying your lower grille, it would look great. Did your car have a front license plate bracket previously? The grille looks like it's faded around a license plate bracket.

[Lorenzo]

Beautiful imola sedan Bryant. Man I love that car!

[FL116]

Also, you should consider respraying your lower grille, it would look great. Did your car have a front license plate bracket previously? The grille looks like it's faded around a license plate bracket.

Yeah, PO did have a front license plate bracket on the car. I need to spray the lower grille, I just heard its a pain to get to that grille lol


Those BBS CHs look really good on your car. What spacers are you running?
No spacers :)

[FL116]

Looks great


+1 and +1


Beautiful imola sedan Bryant. Man I love that car!

Thanks guys :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160208/13219ab512e0f4034d10054648943cf3.jpg

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[FL116]

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Thanks boss! :cheers

[BMWCurves]

Yeah, PO did have a front license plate bracket on the car. I need to spray the lower grille, I just heard its a pain to get to that grille lol


No spacers :)

1. You can go the route of removing the grille to spray it completely or replace it. I planned on doing that and then I got lazy and settled for taping off the grille and spray painting it. It looks great, cost a total of about $7 for the paint and the painter's tape. It's really not a bad job at all.

2. How wide are your CHs then, or what is their offset?

[FL116]

1. You can go the route of removing the grille to spray it completely or replace it. I planned on doing that and then I got lazy and settled for taping off the grille and spray painting it. It looks great, cost a total of about $7 for the paint and the painter's tape. It's really not a bad job at all.

2. How wide are your CHs then, or what is their offset?

Yeah, I'll probably do what you did. And the wheels are 18x8.5 et34

[FL116]

Coming soon to a ZHP near you ;) I will post more about it soon. Hopefully this turns out well.

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[BMWCurves]

What brand? Catback or just muffler?

[yura]

I'm digging the wheels-flush-with-fenders look.

[FL116]

I'm digging the wheels-flush-with-fenders look.

Thanks! I am very happy with the fitment! And no wheel spacers needed :thumbsup


What brand? Catback or just muffler?

Just the muffler. Its from Vibrant Performance. They have nice high quality exhaust stuff. My buddy had this muffler on his e46 and I loved the sound of it.

[FL116]

I'm digging the wheels-flush-with-fenders look.

Thanks! I am very happy with the fitment! And no wheel spacers needed :thumbsup


What brand? Catback or just muffler?

Just the muffler. Its from Vibrant Performance. They have nice high quality exhaust stuff. My buddy had this muffler on his e46 and I loved the sound of it.

[cakM3]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/52e78ab90f1d7e5fd29f686938cec672.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/9b2ff7b7d937208ee9d5aeeaa52d7f2f.jpg

Looking good Bryant![emoji1360]


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[FL116]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/52e78ab90f1d7e5fd29f686938cec672.jpg

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160301/9b2ff7b7d937208ee9d5aeeaa52d7f2f.jpg

Looking good Bryant![emoji1360]


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Thanks Charlie :cheers

[johnrando]

Yup, car looks good!

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[FL116]

Muffler came in today! Getting it installed tomorrow! I will post a review up shortly after. I will take a before/after exhaust clip. Hope all goes well! The quality of this muffler is awesome.

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[cakM3]

Muffler came in today! Getting it installed tomorrow! I will post a review up shortly after. I will take a before/after exhaust clip. Hope all goes well! The quality of this muffler is awesome.

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Bryant... I expect a review on this when you have had a chance to run with this setup for a bit... :thumbsup

[FL116]

You got it! :cheers

[johnrando]

Nice looking piece

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[Vas]

Sounds pretty good too.

[FL116]

So for those of you that have not seen my post on the ZHP Facebook page, I got my exhaust installed on friday morning. I will post a full review with videos and more pictures soon. But here are some pictures of it during/after install. Overall, I am very happy with the sound.

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[cakM3]

I like your new exhaust compared to the OE exhaust Bryant [emoji1360]

Looking forward to your review! [emoji41]


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[Pip]

Glad to see another member going the custom route. It's a fun way to make the exhaust a little more unique.


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[FL116]

Glad to see another member going the custom route. It's a fun way to make the exhaust a little more unique.


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I appreciate it. If I really want to go louder, I could either add headers or go straight pipe up the the muffler :thumbsup lol but thanks! I really enjoy the sound. Its exactly what I wanted. And going custom is fun. Its nice to test things out

[BMWCurves]

Post vids for our aural pleasure.

[ELCID86]

Post vids for our aural pleasure.

They are on FB (if you are).


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[FL116]

Post vids for our aural pleasure.

Videos will be coming soon :thumbsup

[johnrando]

Nice!

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[FL116]

And the girlfriend loves it! So that's always a good thing lol

[FL116]

I'll just leave this here... I'm in love with this muffler. It's awesome!


http://youtu.be/CBtV-zWoQZc

Now quick question. I am going to delete the second resonator to give the exhaust a little more loud :) should I do straight-pipes or should I try to go with an x-pipe? Any input is appreciated.

[FL116]

Haven't updated this thread in a while. Not too much has happened.

Got a new windshield today! Looks great!

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I also have a present from ECS Tuning arriving today as well.

[Vas]

Mind sharing the cost and the brand of the windshield?

I am thinking of having Safelite replace the windshield on my wife's car.

Did you also get a new cowl and windshield gasket?

[FL116]

Mind sharing the cost and the brand of the windshield?

I am thinking of having Safelite replace the windshield on my wife's car.

Did you also get a new cowl and windshield gasket?

Vas,

Safelite came and replaced the windshield for free. In Florida, insured drivers get windshields replaced/repaired for free, its a safety law.

I did not get a new cowl or gasket, but I need to because the one I currently have is very brittle and is cracking badly.

[BMWCurves]

Haven't updated this thread in a while. Not too much has happened.

Got a new windshield today! Looks great!

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I also have a present from ECS Tuning arriving today as well.

Cool they covered the windshield for free.

What goodies are coming from ECS?

[cakM3]

new windshield looks great Bryant! thanks for the texts earlier today :thumbsup

[FL116]

What goodies are coming from ECS?

Gloss black grilles arrived today :thumbsup


new windshield looks great Bryant! thanks for the texts earlier today :thumbsup

Of course man! :cheers

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And for some not so good news about the windshield. I went to wash the ZHP, and inspected the windshield furthur and found that the windshield is not placed very well. It is placed too low and does not sit flush at the roof line. I should have noticed before, but I will be calling Safelite tomorrow to have this fixed. Also, the "gaps" are not even and it doesn't sit well with me. In addition to this, I will be requesting an OEM windshield, since they will probably have to replace the windshield again.

[slater]

Gloss black grilles arrived today :thumbsup

cool - are you getting rid of your chrome ones? i've been passively looking for a set of chrome grilles... always wanted a set (people around here think i'm weird ;)).

[FL116]

cool - are you getting rid of your chrome ones? i've been passively looking for a set of chrome grilles... always wanted a set (people around here think i'm weird ;)).

Well the set I have now are plasti-dipped black. I got them off Rock Auto for super cheap. I would give them to you but some tabs are broken :P

[slater]

Well the set I have now are plasti-dipped black. I got them off Rock Auto for super cheap. I would give them to you but some tabs are broken :P

ahh well... no worries, man. :)

[FL116]

Car is back at Safelite today. They are fixing the molding issue from yesterday. Wish it would have been done right the first time, but glad they are handling it very well.

[FL116]

Did something I have been wanting to do for a long time, PAINT MY LOWER GRILLE BLACK lol It looks so much better than before.

I also added a windshield banner from ECS Tuning. I think it looks nice and the silver is a good color for it.

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[Vas]

Looks good

[fredo]

Good job, man. Did u remove the bumper to paint the grille ?

[danewilson77]

Did something I have been wanting to do for a long time, PAINT MY LOWER GRILLE BLACK lol It looks so much better than before.

I also added a windshield banner from ECS Tuning. I think it looks nice and the silver is a good color for it.

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S7 Edge, out

[FL116]

Good job, man. Did u remove the bumper to paint the grille ?

Nope, just took off the underguard of the bumper and squeezed some cardboard between the bumper and radiator, very simple to do, then taped off the bumper.
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S7 Edge, out

Thanks Dane

Looks good

Appreciate it Vas

[san]

Which paint did you use?


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[BMWCurves]

Which paint did you use?


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I'm not sure what Bryant used, but I went with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Semi-Gloss Protective Enamel spray paint (http://www.lowes.com/pd/Rust-Oleum-Enamel-Stops-Rust-Black-Rust-Resistant-Enamel-Spray-Paint-Actual-Net-Contents-15-oz/50257747) when I did mine. Worked great.

[san]

I'm not sure what Bryant used, but I went with Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Semi-Gloss Protective Enamel spray paint (http://www.lowes.com/pd/Rust-Oleum-Enamel-Stops-Rust-Black-Rust-Resistant-Enamel-Spray-Paint-Actual-Net-Contents-15-oz/50257747) when I did mine. Worked great.

Thanks William!


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[FL116]

Which paint did you use?


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I just used Plastidip since I had a can laying around. This was sort of an impulse thing so I just used what I had. It looks great though.

[san]

I just used Plastidip since I had a can laying around. This was sort of an impulse thing so I just used what I had. It looks great though.

Agree, looks pretty good... :thumbsup


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[FL116]

Agree, looks pretty good... :thumbsup


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Thanks! :cheers

[johnrando]

Very nice

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[FL116]

Very nice

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Thanks!

As for a general update on the car and some future stuff coming. ECS Tuning Gloss Black Grilles will be installed when I get back from my trip. I will be taking the second resonator out of the exhaust. Then its back to maintenance for a bit :D

[FL116]

Decided to buy a BMW PA SOFT Scanner 1.4!

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-Scanner-1-4-OBD2-Code-Reader-for-BMW-E38-E39-E46-E53-E83-E85-Never-Locking-/181509272581?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368

[BMWCurves]

Nice. It's been very useful for me.

[FL116]

Nice. It's been very useful for me.

Yeah, it will save me trips to the shop and I would like to do some coding as well :thumbsup

[FL116]

So I decided to tackle the DISA today. I recieved the G.A.S. Repair Kit. I'll be honest, I was nervous to do this because it seemed intimidating (I'm not used to repair kits lol). But the install went great and it was very easy to do using the G.A.S. DIY instructions. Car sounds so much better now. Haven't driven it yet (I want the threadlock to dry some), but I expect the car will feel much better and won't feel like its bogging down anymore. Definitely advise people to use this kit. :cheers

EDIT: Just drove the car, and WOW! The car feels so alive now. Feels completely different now that this is replaced. No more rough idle and ticking noises.

[johnrando]

Cool

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[RUS_ZHP]

I need to buy one as well. I can hear some rough idling on my car. Plus, your notes are very convincing-:)))

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[FL116]

I need to buy one as well. I can hear some rough idling on my car. Plus, your notes are very convincing-:)))

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It completely changed the feel of my car!

[BMWCurves]

How many miles on the car when you did the DISA?

[FL116]

How many miles on the car when you did the DISA?

About 101k miles.

[BMWCurves]

About 101k miles.

Thanks! I'm at about half the mileage but considering doing this. Hmm...

[Vas]

Thanks! I'm at about half the mileage but considering doing this. Hmm...

Better safe then sorry.

[FL116]

Yup, mine was in desperate need of replacing lol it is a great kit and was very easy to do.

[FL116]

Took my second resonator out. It sounds great! Enjoy the video.


http://youtu.be/0fWH5pF5gUE

[BMWCurves]

I am okay with how this sounds.

[FL116]

I am okay with how this sounds.

Thanks Will. It really does sound great. I just posted a sound comparison video in the vibrant exhaust thread. But I definitely recommend this setup. :thumbsup Have you ordered yours yet? Lol

[BMWCurves]

Thanks Will. It really does sound great. I just posted a sound comparison video in the vibrant exhaust thread. But I definitely recommend this setup. :thumbsup Have you ordered yours yet? Lol

Haha nope. I'm shamelessly hoping for a full Corsa exhaust to pop up at a decent price in my area, or a BMW Performance exhaust :begging

Maybe my mind will change with time :biggrin

[FL116]

Haha nope. I'm shamelessly hoping for a full Corsa exhaust to pop up at a decent price in my area, or a BMW Performance exhaust :begging

Maybe my mind will change with time :biggrin

Good luck. It will take time, but be patient on the Corsa. I wouldn't be able to spend that much $$ on a catback so this worked out perfectly for me.

[FL116]

Surprise coming soon for the ZHP! Meeting with a guy on Monday to pick up the part, very excited! I have been wanting this for a long time now.

[BMWCurves]

Surprise coming soon for the ZHP! Meeting with a guy on Monday to pick up the part, very excited! I have been wanting this for a long time now.

ESS TS2?

[FL116]

ESS TS2?
I wish. But no, not that big lol

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[FL116]

Picked up a Genuine BMW roof rack locally for an amazing deal! He also included a paddle board holder for it as well. Good condition and it's something I've been wanting to get for a while!

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[Vas]

I have one as well that I use on the wife's car and its great.

[poke08]

Nice M3 :cheers

[FL116]

Nice M3 :cheers

:thumbsup


I have one as well that I use on the wife's car and its great.

Yeah, it seems very solid. I'm hoping to get some bike racks soon and maybe a kayak carrier as well.

[RUS_ZHP]

Nice purchase!!!

I got OEM rack from local craigslist several month ago and very happy with it. I've done several long trips with two bikes and it was great. Wind noise is very minimal, compare to the Yakima round bars and bike carriers I have on my other car.

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[ELCID86]

Don't loose the screws that mount the rack to the car. I've had them on order since May. Hans is supposed to be finessed forging them in his Bavarian shop this month....


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[FL116]

Nice purchase!!!

I got OEM rack from local craigslist several month ago and very happy with it. I've done several long trips with two bikes and it was great. Wind noise is very minimal, compare to the Yakima round bars and bike carriers I have on my other car.

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Thanks! And yeah, the wind noise isn't bad, but I would like to get a fairing for it.


Don't loose the screws that mount the rack to the car. I've had them on order since May. Hans is supposed to be finessed forging them in his Bavarian shop this month....


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

Yeah, I definitely will not loose the screws, nor the special tool to loosen/tighten them :thumbsup

[theothersawyer]

Very nice! I love mine! I have the OEM bike rack as well! If I was to do it again I probably wouldn't get the OEM bike rack. Does it hold the bike? Yes. Is it sketchy seeing the bike wiggle back and forth? ABSOLUTELY!