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[danewilson77]

Yup...unfortunately...I had to run out.....so I hope he leaves on porch.

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[az3579]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Silver%20Bimmer/2010-07-07061723.jpg

THAT totalled it?? I've seen a LOT worse that hasn't gotten totaled. What's up with that???

[kayger12]

THAT totalled it?? I've seen a LOT worse that hasn't gotten totaled. What's up with that???

It's not what you can see, it's what you can't see...

[danewilson77]

Yeah...it was jacked. Left frame rail was bent....trunk was pushed into spare.....

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[iZHP]

was 61º today in Jersey so I washed the whip and took a new sig pic & avatar for now :) http://i849.photobucket.com/albums/ab58/ianbrady/8b2112ca.jpg

[danewilson77]

Cute doggy.

[Johnmadd]

What's HRBT?

It's a long tunnel that goes under the chesapeake bay, UNDER WATER.

[iZHP]

Cute doggy.
thank you :)

It's a long tunnel that goes under the chesapeake bay, UNDER WATER.
we have one like that too, the Lincoln tunnel.

[SC4ME]

My previous car was rear-ended and the damage looked much less than that, but as you said the frame was bent and you really dont want it back after that. I was lucky as it led me to this baby and I am so much happier. Best of luck.

[az3579]

Last night I suffered through hours of trying to get my expansion tank out. So far we're about 10 hours into the cooling refresh project, and we've only gotten to the point of reinstalling the new parts from the water pump forward. Still have to install the belts, radiator, expansion tank/cap, the mount for it (hell, we still have to separate the old expansion tank from the mount as we removed it as a whole), hoses, etc. This is taking a lot longer than we expected, but at least the car *should* be ready by the end of the day...

[MrMaico]

Last night I suffered through hours of trying to get my expansion tank out. So far we're about 10 hours into the cooling refresh project, and we've only gotten to the point of reinstalling the new parts from the water pump forward. Still have to install the belts, radiator, expansion tank/cap, the mount for it (hell, we still have to separate the old expansion tank from the mount as we removed it as a whole), hoses, etc. This is taking a lot longer than we expected, but at least the car *should* be ready by the end of the day...

I ended up doing what you did and just removed the tank and mount. I squirted the connection with some WD40 and it almost fell apart after only about 10 minutes. I'm sure you've tried something similar by now though so yours must really be on there tight. Good luck.

Barry

[SC4ME]

I guess I was lucky with my cooling system. Took about 3.5 work hours (not counting lunch, etc). Expansion tank was one of the more 'resistant' parts to remove but after reading all the DIYs I was prepared and just pried it up enough to be able to pull it off from the top. The new one seemed loose, but it doesn't leak. Replaced all hoses, belts, thermostat & housing, new Stewart wp, expansion tank, etc. Basically everything but the radiator and I was looking at the one advertised in Roundel that has a built-in expansion tank and is solid aluminum but mine looks great.

Car was at 110k mi but mostly highway since I put 60k mi on it commuting 100 mi a day for years. The belts were the only thing that looked like they needed replacing.

[az3579]

Finally finished the job. Total approximate time invested: ~14 hrs.
That expansion tank alone took hours to try to remove. Then we had to keep cross-checking information online with what the Bentley was saying because the manual oh-so-conveniently left out some very important bits, such as "how many screws, what locations, and what types of screws" instead of saying "remove screws". That, and it had the arrow pointed to the wrong unit when I was looking for the tensioner pulley; it was pointing at the thing next to it, not the pulley itself. That alone took 20 minutes to figure out why the stupid belt wasn't getting loose.

But, finally done, and happy to report; no overheating or leaks.

[danewilson77]

Finally finished the job. Total approximate time invested: ~14 hrs.
That expansion tank alone took hours to try to remove. Then we had to keep cross-checking information online with what the Bentley was saying because the manual oh-so-conveniently left out some very important bits, such as "how many screws, what locations, and what types of screws" instead of saying "remove screws". That, and it had the arrow pointed to the wrong unit when I was looking for the tensioner pulley; it was pointing at the thing next to it, not the pulley itself. That alone took 20 minutes to figure out why the stupid belt wasn't getting loose.

But, finally done, and happy to report; no overheating or leaks.
Good deal...and I am sure you learned a ton. How much coolant were you able to get in it? The only other tip I would give (I know....a day late and a $ short) would be to not overfill the expansion tank. The level instructions on top of the tank are quite misleading.

[az3579]

Good deal...and I am sure you learned a ton. How much coolant were you able to get in it? The only other tip I would give (I know....a day late and a $ short) would be to not overfill the expansion tank. The level instructions on top of the tank are quite misleading.

Not really misleading at all, unless you mean inaccurate. We didn't get to put much in as we couldn't loosen the engine block drain plug (we couldn't get to it!) so as a result there was still some coolant in the block. We only used about half a gallon of distilled water and half a gallon of coolant/antifreeze.

[danewilson77]

Ok...so you replaced about 1/2 of system capacity. On the indicator....it shows the dipstick almost protruding out of the exp tank. That is too full....and really you should fill, just until the level float moves and becomes steady.

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[az3579]

Ok...so you replaced about 1/2 of system capacity. On the indicator....it shows the dipstick almost protruding out of the exp tank. That is too full....and really you should fill, just until the level float moves and becomes steady.

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Well at this point, it's too late. It didn't say that anywhere, so I went with the information I had.
There is no way in hell I'm getting back under the car to empty it, either. At least not anytime soon. It's getting cold again. :mad

[danewilson77]

Well at this point, it's too late. It didn't say that anywhere, so I went with the information I had.
There is no way in hell I'm getting back under the car to empty it, either. At least not anytime soon. It's getting cold again. :mad

I wasn't suggesting that at all...but if you think you may have overfilled....you could just suck some out of the exp tank with a turkey baster or a battery acid pump. I pick one of these up at auto zone.....for my ps refresh for about $1.00.....

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[zhpnsnv]

Headlines:

Happy ZHP Owner Finally Washes Car After Months of Salt, Ice and Snow
Poor bastard turns 30 and now his back hurts after one freaking car wash

Open Sunroof, 60+ degrees - Driving Bliss
Where the hell did that nice weather go?

Washing car shows ZHP owner all of the major paint flaws thanks to winter
Happy to have the car clean, sad to know the MTechII is swiss cheese

With Winter tires on The E46, the R53 Goes Unused, Battery Deader Than Dead
Cooper S, buried under feet of snow, thaws out and needs a jump

Almost Decision Time - Track the R53 This Season, or Pay for Condo Upgrades?
As a third option, fix all aforementioned paint flaws on E46

[az3579]

Almost Decision Time - Track the R53 This Season, or Pay for Condo Upgrades?
As a third option, fix all aforementioned paint flaws on E46

I say all of the above. There are no choices here.

[danewilson77]

Happy birthday.

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[kayger12]

Pulled into the garage tonight and smelled the age-old-BMW-burning-oil-I've-got-a-leak-somewhere smell.

Popped the hood and looked to the passenger rear of the motor and.... yep, looks like a leaking vcg.

The plan: Going to attack the Vanos rattle at the dealer under CPO. Hopefully I will get a Vanos job out of it, and, subsequently, a new vcg.

We shall see.

[danewilson77]

If they do the vanos they will put the same sub standard seals in it.

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[kayger12]

I was just gonna replace it with OEM. What seals should I be using?

[danewilson77]

I believe beisan uses Buna-N vice viton or vice versa.

The Beisan site clearly specifies. Lemme know as I am on the Droid.

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[kayger12]

My bad, DW. I thought you were referencing the vcg. Yeah, I know I'll still have to do the Vanos another 50,000 from now, but I believe they put a new Vanos unit in on the warranty repair. If that's the case, I still get a Vanos unit with 50,000 less miles on it.

I'll look into it. If they just replace seals, I'll do it myself with the Beisan kit.

[gr330zhp]

Just got my BMW CCA sticker on Friday

Aww yeah! I can smell the rubber and hot brakes already :)

[danewilson77]

Ok bro....just wanted you to be aware. You have a sound plan.


My bad, DW. I thought you were referencing the vcg. Yeah, I know I'll still have to do the Vanos another 50,000 from now, but I believe they put a new Vanos unit in on the warranty repair. If that's the case, I still get a Vanos unit with 50,000 less miles on it.

I'll look into it. If they just replace seals, I'll do it myself with the Beisan kit.



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[Mike V]

I finally received my eligibility letter from the VA to take advantage of the Post 9/11 GI Bill and registered for classes starting March 14th. Going back to school is going to be weird!

[kayger12]

I finally received my eligibility letter from the VA to take advantage of the Post 9/11 GI Bill and registered for classes starting March 14th. Going back to school is going to be weird!

Good for you. I enjoyed school a lot more when I went back in my early 30s.

[Johnmadd]

Changed the guibo on my e30 today ( pita ). It was torn to shreads. It had pieces missing and some kind of fiber strings torn and frayed hanging off it.

[az3579]

Changed the guibo on my e30 today ( pita ). It was torn to shreads. It had pieces missing and some kind of fiber strings torn and frayed hanging off it.

Sounds familiar. :rofl

[Johnmadd]

Sounds familiar. :rofl

Yeah, it's awesome.....NOT.

[danewilson77]

Gave all that to my kids.....


I finally received my eligibility letter from the VA to take advantage of the Post 9/11 GI Bill and registered for classes starting March 14th. Going back to school is going to be weird!



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[billschusteriv]

Changed the guibo on my e30 today ( pita ). It was torn to shreads. It had pieces missing and some kind of fiber strings torn and frayed hanging off it.


Sounds familiar. :rofl

Sounds familiar +2. I just replaced the guibo on my e30 in December - it was in a similar condition as yours.

[zhpnsnv]

Happy birthday.

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Thanks!

Kayger: my vcg was slightly leaking at 50k. Replaced with oem.

[kayger12]

Thanks!

Kayger: my vcg was slightly leaking at 50k. Replaced with oem.

Very good. Thank you, sir.

[billschusteriv]

"Owner forgets cell phone and drives 20 of the 60 miles to work; alternator fails and leaves the owner and e46 touring dead in the water."

Luckily, someone let me use their cell phone and I called AAA to get the car towed back.

Picked up an alternator and had it installed in about 2 hours.

No work today for me. Maybe tomorrow.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Will be driving the ZHP tomorrow. First time since January 21. Looking forward to it.

[danewilson77]

Will be driving the ZHP tomorrow. First time since January 21. Looking forward to it.

Hope it starts.....lol.

[billschusteriv]

Will be driving the ZHP tomorrow. First time since January 21. Looking forward to it.

Hope you had a battery tender on it.

[danewilson77]

Hope you had a battery tender on it.

He's been researching them. I recommended this one yesterday.

http://www.velocitymotorcars.com/ctek-battery-charger-maintainer-us800-us3300-us7002.html

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I hope it starts, too. The battery should be dead soon anyhow, based on age. But I am looking into a good tender.

[az3579]

I hope it starts, too. The battery should be dead soon anyhow, based on age. But I am looking into a good tender.

So, half of today is gone already. Have you started it up yet?

[MrMaico]

He's been researching them. I recommended this one yesterday.

http://www.velocitymotorcars.com/ctek-battery-charger-maintainer-us800-us3300-us7002.html

That's the one I have....the 3300. Works great!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

So, half of today is gone already. Have you started it up yet?

No. I am taking it out later this evening. Will let you know if it starts.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

That's the one I have....the 3300. Works great!

Cool. And that thing is cheap.

[danewilson77]

So, half of today is gone already. Have you started it up yet?

LOL.......

[az3579]

No. I am taking it out later this evening. Will let you know if it starts.

No ifs, ands, or butts. You will get it to start today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even if it involves a jump start!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I promise that it is getting driven today. I have been stuck at 59,610 miles for 32 days.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good news. The car started right up. And it has 59,640 miles. I thought it was 59,610.

[mimalmo]

Oops! I was hoping you wouldn't notice that. She said she wanted to go out and stretch her legs a bit.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Oops! I was hoping you wouldn't notice that. She said she wanted to go out and stretch her legs a bit.

I would have thanked you, Eli.

[mimalmo]

:)

[kayger12]

My boxes of washing and detailing supplies arrived today from both Detailers Domain and Detailed Image.

Very happy with both vendors. Good purchasing experience and quick shipping from both.

Looking forward to giving the ZHP some love as the temps come up this week.

[danewilson77]

Oops! I was hoping you wouldn't notice that. She said she wanted to go out and stretch her legs a bit.

:rofl....perfect

[az3579]

Walked out to the car yesterday after leaving work and found a low coolant light on. Sure enough, the expansion tank was bone dry. And, of course, I had nothing to put in there but pure BMW antifreeze/coolant; no water. f#$%.

[danewilson77]

Walked out to the car yesterday after leaving work and found a low coolant light on. Sure enough, the expansion tank was bone dry. And, of course, I had nothing to put in there but pure BMW antifreeze/coolant; no water. f#$%.

Still prolly bleeding the system. You didn't notice any leaks I take it?

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[az3579]

Still prolly bleeding the system. You didn't notice any leaks I take it?

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No leaks. I put some more in it today after work as well. At this point I don't know if it's still cycling through the system, but what I do know is that if I continue to see no leaks and the levels finally stay relatively stable, I'm going to do a full flush on Saturday because it's bothering me knowing there's a lot more antifreeze/coolant in there now than there is water.

[danewilson77]

Yeah...you still have a bit o air in there. Completely normal.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Had to verify that I drive the ZHP 3,001 miles or less per year for Geico insurance today.

Had to show them a work order from August, which showed mileage at 58,480 miles. Today we are at 59,690 or so.

No problem. Done.

[danewilson77]

Win....?

Fail....?

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

I'm going with the win. Saved me $100s.

[danewilson77]

Good deal. A win for the Boss, is a win for all.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good deal. A win for the Boss, is a win for all.

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This difference in my insurance costs (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1052-Geico-Insurance-is-now-an-affiliate) paid for my trip to Virginia in June. Win.

[Johnmadd]

This difference in my insurance costs (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1052-Geico-Insurance-is-now-an-affiliate) paid for my trip to Virginia in June. Win.

Yay.

[ryankokesh]

john - if you don't mind me asking, what is bmw heat film?

[Mtnman]

I am just starting to watch Monty Python and the Holy grail.....before i do My DIY write up on window regulators... i love this movie.

"You cant expect to wield executive supreme executive power just cause some watery tart throws a sword at you!"

"now we see the violence inherit in the system.... Help help, im being repressed!" lol

[kayger12]

Just made an appointment at the Stealer to get my sagging A-pillar fabric and Vanos rattle taken care of.

CPO, ftw! (Hopefully)

[Go Horns!]

Installed the filter before 8:00 am. The directions said to "test" it, and after an hour on the back-country roads of east Texas, the performance filter gets an A.

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5212/5478624533_e147bfd7f3_z.jpg

[kayger12]

Nice work.

[MasterC17]

Next group of things to do on my list:


Do Oil Change
Install Thermostat
Install Water Pump
Coolant/Hoses/Water Pump Pulley/Temp Sensor
Relocate Oil Temp Sensor
Replace A/C Condenser & Receiver Drier


Still a bunch more to do after that.

[MasterC17]

Oil Change done. Relocated Oil Temp Sensor but wiring it tomorrow. Was a total pain moving it.

[az3579]

Turns out my dry expansion tank that I had earlier in the week was caused by the system not being fully bled. Had the coolant fully flushed today and refilled with fresh, properly bled. Also had oil change.

Went to help my godfather buy a laptop (my real one lol)... it's amazing how cheap laptops are nowadays. $349.

[danewilson77]

Shark ordered from TMS.

10 litres Motul 5W-30, and all parts for HID leveling system ordered from ECS.

Life is good.

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[kayger12]

Shark ordered from TMS.

10 litres Motul 5W-30, and all parts for HID leveling system ordered from ECS.

Life is good.

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Score! Nice pick up on the Shark.

[Mtnman]

You and keith are going to have to brainstorm together to keep coming up with excuses as to why the ups trucks keep rollin in......lol

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[az3579]

You and keith are going to have to brainstorm together to keep coming up with excuses as to why the ups trucks keep rollin in......lol

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I'm so glad I don't have to worry about this. No girlfriend/wife to explain things to; ah the benefits of being single. :biggrin

[kayger12]

0820 and the latest ZHP photo shoot is completed. Hopefully I'll have some post and sig worthy shots later today.

[danewilson77]

Waiting......

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[kayger12]

That was a DW style teaser, lol.

Out for breakfast with the wife.

You'll get a pic of that too :)

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[kayger12]

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2011-02-27_10-57-14_729.jpg

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2011-02-27_10-57-14_729.jpg

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Waddle, waddle....

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[danewilson77]

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2011-02-27_10-57-14_729.jpg

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Waddle, waddle....

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[kayger12]

Lol. If my very was lowered, I'd have to raise the suspension for the drive home...

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[MrMaico]

Oil Change done. Relocated Oil Temp Sensor but wiring it tomorrow. Was a total pain moving it.

Where does it get the signal from? I'd sure like to have the Leatherz gauge package mainly so I'd have a real temp gauge.

http://leatherz.com/Merchant5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=01&Product_Code=E46GaugeKit&Category_Code=Gauges

EDIT: Hmmm....I just noticed, a temp gauge isn't an option for the non M3 package.:(



Shark ordered from TMS.

10 litres Motul 5W-30, and all parts for HID leveling system ordered from ECS.

Life is good.

Looking forward to hearing your impression of the Shark Dane.


Lol. If my very was lowered, I'd have to raise the suspension for the drive home...

Thanks alot Keith! Now I'm hungry! :-)

[gr330zhp]

Well I just went out to the garage to swap out my lower mesh grill and I noticed there was a small coolant leak on the cardboard under my car. :confused The expansion tank level was also lower than when it was parked in November

I will have to lift it next week and check it out...I have a feeling it may be from the stupid coolant level sensor at the bottom of the tank

[danewilson77]

Argh...that sux so bad....

[az3579]

Well I just went out to the garage to swap out my lower mesh grill and I noticed there was a small coolant leak on the cardboard under my car. :confused The expansion tank level was also lower than when it was parked in November

I will have to lift it next week and check it out...I have a feeling it may be from the stupid coolant level sensor at the bottom of the tank

Looks like someone needs a cooling system refresh. :p
I am now knowledgeable in it; lemme know if you need a hand. :rofl

[gr330zhp]

Looks like someone needs a cooling system refresh. :p
I am now knowledgeable in it; lemme know if you need a hand. :rofl

Oh no I did the whole overhaul at 56k and it has 58k on it now :)

Buuuuut, idk what this is now haha

[MrMaico]

Well I just went out to the garage to swap out my lower mesh grill and I noticed there was a small coolant leak on the cardboard under my car. :confused The expansion tank level was also lower than when it was parked in November

I will have to lift it next week and check it out...I have a feeling it may be from the stupid coolant level sensor at the bottom of the tank

It may just be the cold weather. I've seen that before so don't be surprised if it quits leaking once it warms up a bit. Coolant sensor would be a likely suspect since they are a pretty common spot for a small leak.

Barry

[Johnmadd]

john - if you don't mind me asking, what is bmw heat film?

I got a big stack of receipts and maintenance records and that is officially what stock grade tint is called, "heat film" , it's printed on my receipt from Richmond BMW.

[billschusteriv]

Two tows in two weeks - AAA Plus membership pays for itself.

Used front differential takes the place of the differential that seized while driving.

Alternator fails, only to be replaced by a defective remanufactured alternator.

New BMW battery replaces six year old undersized mechanic special.

[kayger12]

When it rains, it pours.

Hopefully you're getting all of the bad luck out of the way in one shot.

And glad one of us is getting their money's worth out of the AAA Plus. I've been paying for about 15 years now and have never used it once. Could probably have bought a tow truck by now, lol.

[billschusteriv]

Thanks Keith. I hope I'm getting the back luck out of the way too, but at the mileage I have on the car I guess I am bound to find a few things reaching end of useful life. I had a few months where the cars were too quiet. I was squirreling away the funds for regular maint., preventative maint. and had extra for mods.

Glad to hear you haven't had to use it. If you ever do - it really does come in handy.

[kayger12]

Car is at the stealer. Waiting to hear if I'm getting a new Vanos or not.

Also found out that interior trim is not covered under the CPO, so no new A-pillars unless I buy them...

Unsolicited from the service manager: "That ZHP is one of the best cars BMW ever made."

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Make sure that he sends ZHP customers to our site.

[kayger12]

I will leave him some cards. He's a good guy. AND a Phillies fan :)

[danewilson77]

I will leave him some cards. He's a good guy. AND a Phillies fan :)

Also...matter of factly...ask him how many were produced...

[kayger12]

Will do, DW.

[kayger12]

Got the late call from the service adviser that they didn't get to my car until late.

They believe that it's the Vanos but want to verify with a cold motor in the am.

If so, I'll have to pick her up tomorrow and wait for the parts to come in.

Looks like I'll be getting my leaking vcg replaced for free :)

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[danewilson77]

Great news Keith.

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[pyreguy]

I'm glad this seems to be working out Keith!

[M3TA5IN]

Getting down to crunch time. I will be home for good June 3rd and am hoping to have a car picked out BY that date.

As of right now, it is down to E46 M3, 330i ZHP, or 330Ci ZHP. Im supah excited!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

You should be in PA by June 3?

Just in time for the meet at Dane's house (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1079-ZHP-Mafia-Family-Reunion-June-10-2011-thru-June-12-2011-in-Williamsburg-Virginia).

[kpro]

I got my Khoalty stuff in the mail last night! New pedal set and the gauge trim rings. Yay!

[M3TA5IN]

You should be in PA by June 3?

Just in time for the meet at Dane's house (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1079-ZHP-Mafia-Family-Reunion-June-10-2011-thru-June-12-2011-in-Williamsburg-Virginia).

What is this meet and greet that you speak of? I have not heard of this....





JK :D I would go, except I will be in Chicago the weekend of the 12th.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

If something changes, we'll see you in VA!

Enjoy Chicago.

[M3TA5IN]

If something changes, we'll see you in VA!

Enjoy Chicago.

Oddly enough, its a family reunion I am going to, doubt it will change... but ya never know!

[danewilson77]

The night before we are planning a huge cookout over at my place, bonfire, friends, good food/drink, cars, etc.....Who knows what else will happen.

[M3TA5IN]

.....who knows what else will happen.

stranger danger!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Oddly enough, its a family reunion I am going to, doubt it will change... but ya never know!

Very nice. If your family reunion wants to hook up with the ZHP Mafia family reunion, let me know. Haha.

Seriously, enjoy your reunion.

[Johnmadd]

Changed the guibo on my e30 today ( pita ). It was torn to shreads. It had pieces missing and some kind of fiber strings torn and frayed hanging off it.


Sounds familiar. :rofl

Thought I would share pics, one of the worst examples i've seen. Whadja think?
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc407/johnmadd1979/2011-03-05_12-08-21_982.jpg

[danewilson77]

Thought I would share pics, one of the worst examples i've seen. Whadja think?
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc407/johnmadd1979/2011-03-05_12-08-21_982.jpg

Yikes....lol

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[az3579]

Holy crap on a stick with some extra cheese on the side! :jawdrop

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I saw one a few weeks ago that was even worse than that. It was an utter mess. That's bad, though.

[danewilson77]

Oil changed yesterday @ 188.3k. Went with Motul 5W-30. Fresh Mann filter. Out.

[MrMaico]

Thought I would share pics, one of the worst examples i've seen. Whadja think?
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc407/johnmadd1979/2011-03-05_12-08-21_982.jpg

That's gettin' there, check out this one though (235,000 miles) :eyetwitch

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/Giubo/1212244560_mvzjY-L.jpg

[danewilson77]

:rofl......you guys are killin me with these guibo pics!

[az3579]

Oil changed yesterday @ 188.3k. Went with Motul 5W-30. Fresh Mann filter. Out.

Dane,
I'm having a hard time believing you put that much mileage on your car since your last mileage report. :shifty :p

[danewilson77]

Yeah...typo. 118.3k...lol

[MrMaico]

I wonder how these would work? The OEM ones usually last quite a while though so I don't know if it would be worth taking a chance on something else.

http://www.revshift.com/shop/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=78

[danewilson77]

I wonder how these would work? The OEM ones usually last quite a while though so I don't know if it would be worth taking a chance on something else.

http://www.revshift.com/shop/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=78

I like that a lot.

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[johnrando]

557 558

Nothing major, but I liked the looked of some of the SoCal Mafia's color matching front bumper, so I bought a set from Khoality. The "before" looks a little brighter due to the angle of how the pic was taken and the flash (just with my phone). The "after" pic has reflections from the flash off the paint, those are white marks. I like how it cleans up the bumper look. John

EDIT: not sure why when you click on the pic they are sideways.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

John, I don't usually see them turned sideways. To be safe, host the pictures at Photobucket, so you can preview them there.

[Johnmadd]

Got a cracked foglight and may have chipped the clear on my hood during a storm driving home from work the other night. It was blowing tree debris all over and could not see anything at 30 mph, everyone had to go that slow or stop, it was crazy.

[danewilson77]

I believe I drove through that same storm.

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[Johnmadd]

Wounds? Scars?

[danewilson77]

Wounds? Scars?

I got wounds all over...lol. I think something hit my fairing, and had it not been there...it would have skipped down my roof....whew!

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[Johnmadd]

Fairing?

[danewilson77]

Fairing?

The shield in front of my roof rack.

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[Johnmadd]

Aaaahhh. That is better than a hood shot though.

[danewilson77]

Aaaahhh. That is better than a hood shot though.

Yeah def.

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[kayger12]

Heading out to install my interior LEDs and to, "summerize" the snow blower.

[danewilson77]

Nice. Sounds like fun....

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[kayger12]

LED interior lights are in-- the c-pillar reading lights were initially a beeeeaaaaattcchhhh.

Update on looks after it gets dark.

[pyreguy]

LED interior lights are in-- the c-pillar reading lights were initially a beeeeaaaaattcchhhh.

VERY!!!!

[gr330zhp]

I teel ya what guys....I missed these gauges

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[kayger12]

I teel ya what guys....I missed these gauges

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And they missed you.

[gr330zhp]

Ooops that upload from my phone didnt work so well lol

[pyreguy]

You need gas


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[danewilson77]

Roof rack, and nose guard removed, BMW CCA emblem gone....all stickers are off except the Mafia one (of course), ordered LED amber sidemarker bulbs, new fresh matte black kidneys and RCR tails.

That is all.

[gr330zhp]

You need gas


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Trying to empty all the gas from when it was in storage...I put stabilizer in it, but still

[Mtnman]

Roof rack, and nose guard removed, BMW CCA emblem gone....all stickers are off except the Mafia one (of course), ordered LED amber sidemarker bulbs, new fresh matte black kidneys and RCR tails.

That is all.

Pics

[gr330zhp]

Roof rack, and nose guard removed, BMW CCA emblem gone....all stickers are off except the Mafia one (of course), ordered LED amber sidemarker bulbs, new fresh matte black kidneys and RCR tails.

That is all.

Wow big changes huh Dane??

[az3579]

Roof rack, and nose guard removed, BMW CCA emblem gone....all stickers are off except the Mafia one (of course), ordered LED amber sidemarker bulbs, new fresh matte black kidneys and RCR tails.

That is all.

Dude, you have a problem. I recommend the 12-step program for accessorize-a-holics...

And pics. You know what to do. :biggrin

[billschusteriv]

Roof rack, and nose guard removed, BMW CCA emblem gone....all stickers are off except the Mafia one (of course), ordered LED amber sidemarker bulbs, new fresh matte black kidneys and RCR tails.

That is all.

Pics

Or it didn't happen...

:biggrin

[mikeyb74]

I've spent way to much money in the last two weeks on my e46. All accessories...

[johnrando]

After seeing Marcus' nice new clear side markers I decided to get some. That, new floor mats, and the front bumpers markers in matching colors (a few days ago) and the car is looking clean! John

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Very nice, John. Makes a big difference on those side markers, eh?

[danewilson77]

Received....UUC CAB's...$125.00. Normal price....$250.00

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMG_20110316_152433.jpg

[kpro]

Just got my M3 bumper back from paint!!! So excited! I was very dissapointed in the bumper itself at first, but had my body shop put about 3 hours of labor into it, and now it looks awesome, lets just hope it fits!

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb340/kristenface11/IMAG0040.jpg
http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb340/kristenface11/IMAG0039.jpg

[adb1028]

Just got my M3 bumper back from paint!!! So excited! I was very dissapointed in the bumper itself at first, but had my body shop put about 3 hours of labor into it, and now it looks awesome, lets just hope it fits!
Pics please!!!




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[kpro]

Installing it this weekend!

[danewilson77]

Wut is this talk about an ///M3 bumper?

[MrMaico]

Just got my M3 bumper back from paint!!! So excited! I was very dissapointed in the bumper itself at first, but had my body shop put about 3 hours of labor into it, and now it looks awesome, lets just hope it fits!

Ooooohhhh! Nice! Mystic?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Kpro, that looks great. Estoril blue?

[billschusteriv]

When changing pre-cat oxygen sensors yesterday, one was unbelievably hard to remove. Don't let your mechanic use an impact wrench on those suckers
http://img576.imageshack.us/img576/5648/photolej.jpg

It looks like you are missing some threads... Maybe one or two...

[kpro]

Kpro, that looks great. Estoril blue?

Stahl Blau, Steel Blue, something like that :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Thanks, Kristen.

[danewilson77]

Theres so much win in that rollin shot sig. Must be the tiger blood.

[kpro]

I can't take very good pics, but somehow my rolling shots always turn out sexy like :) Is that Bi-Winning?

[pyreguy]

Win here, win there. Yes Kristen you got this.


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[danewilson77]

I can't take very good pics, but somehow my rolling shots always turn out sexy like :) Is that Bi-Winning?

I couldn't handle your brain, for like, 5 minutes.

[Johnmadd]

Sitting at rest stop halfway through an hour drive home from work because the e30 developed a stuck thermostat on the way to work. New stat in the trunk, autoparts store was the first cooldown after almost hitting the red.

[danewilson77]

Sitting at rest stop halfway through an hour drive home from work because the e30 developed a stuck thermostat on the way to work. New stat in the trunk, autoparts store was the first cooldown after almost hitting the red.

Sorry to hear bro. You at the nice one between here and Richmond?

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[Johnmadd]

Yep, jus chillin with the hood up, car off, oil cap off, and fan on.

[pyreguy]

Good luck John. Hope it works out okay

[Johnmadd]

Thanks Lance. Should be.

[danewilson77]

Yep, jus chillin with the hood up, car off, oil cap off, and fan on.

You got everything you need? Whats your plan?

[Johnmadd]

Gonna let it cool down and drive home, it isn't getting the engine too hot just that I don't want a burst hose or cracked radiator. Plan is to do it tonight but it may be too hot to mess with it, and it is an easy job so it will only take about twenty minutes or less.

[danewilson77]

Gonna let it cool down and drive home, it isn't getting the engine too hot just that I don't want a burst hose or cracked radiator. Plan is to do it tonight but it may be too hot to mess with it, and it is an easy job so it will only take about twenty minutes or less.

OK....you lemme know if you need anything. I'm just up here at work...and would leave if you needed me too.

[Johnmadd]

OK....you lemme know if you need anything. I'm just up here at work...and would leave if you needed me too.
Thanks for the offer Dane, Im getting ready to give it a go now and see how far I get, so you never know. Thanks.

[danewilson77]

Thanks for the offer Dane, Im getting ready to give it a go now and see how far I get, so you never know. Thanks.

Aight.

[Johnmadd]

Thermostat changed and all is good now. At stoplight right before my house it was getting close but it never got in the red, sketchy ride nonetheless.

[danewilson77]

Mmmm....wow...great luck you just happened to have a spare T stat in the trunk....mmmm....Was someone putting off maintenance? Hehe............

[Johnmadd]

Mmmm....wow...great luck you just happened to have a spare T stat in the trunk....mmmm....Was someone putting off maintenance? Hehe............

No sir. I made a stop near the airport at advance to get it onthe way home. My e30 has almost 400,000 miles on it and it is well maintained but with that many miles there is always something. I just changed the driveshaft this past weekend. Always somethin.

[danewilson77]

No sir. I made a stop near the airport at advance to get it onthe way home. My e30 has almost 400,000 miles on it and it is well maintained but with that many miles there is always something. I just changed the driveshaft this past weekend. Always somethin.

Ok.....nice.

HTC Thunderbolt in da hizouse!

[pyreguy]

Impressive mileage!


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[billschusteriv]

Yep, jus chillin with the hood up, car off, oil cap off, and fan on.

Been there with my e30. Glad to hear you picked up the t-stat.

Everything okay?

[Johnmadd]

Yep Bill. All good now, running too cool now actually, but im sure you know what its like bleeding the cooling system, p in the a, could take a week to get it right.

[billschusteriv]

Yep Bill. All good now, running too cool now actually, but im sure you know what its like bleeding the cooling system, p in the a, could take a week to get it right.

Yep - I'm always worried I'm going to strip the 8mm (IIRC) head off that vent.

Too cool? I'm assuming this issue is after installing the new tstat.

Let me know if you start another thread for discussion on this one...

[Johnmadd]

Yep - I'm always worried I'm going to strip the 8mm (IIRC) head off that vent.

Too cool? I'm assuming this issue is after installing the new tstat.

Let me know if you start another thread for discussion on this one...
No new thread, just here. What's your opinion?

[billschusteriv]

What's too cool? Doesn't get out of the blue? For how long?

Was there a setting or specification on the new thermostat?

On the side of your radiator, are you running the lower setpoint temperature switch that starts the aux fan?

Is it running so cold that you think the new tstat could be stuck open?

Or do you think that you have too much air in the system and you aren't seeing the true temp?

[Johnmadd]

Too much air is the most likely.

[billschusteriv]

You are right - that's probably it.

My mind was racing for a few - thinking of random possibilities.

My mech fills the expansion tank to just below the cap, replace exp tank cap, crack the 8mm vent, and turns the car on/off. It does a pretty good job of getting the air out.

I don't have a pit and don't want my garage floor to get anymore fluids on it - so I normally drive it and let the air work its way back to the exp tank.

[Johnmadd]

Its always that on e30, money pit, but worth it.

[adb1028]

Just ordered Weisslicht LED Angel Eyes, CF/Black Roundels, and 3500k bulbs for the fogs. nomnomnom:headbang

[mikeyb74]

I'm waiting for UPS to deliver my delayed Depo P46s.

[Johnmadd]

Hit a pothole/crater on the way to work in the e30 and lost the brake duct, outside thermometer, and bent a rim. Life's hard for lil' e right now.

[iZHP]

Hit a pothole/crater on the way to work in the e30 and lost the brake duct, outside thermometer, and bent a rim. Life's hard for lil' e right now. :eyetwitch :facepalm that stinks...

[billschusteriv]

Lost my front bumper tow cover last time I got the car towed. Now I'm rocking a primered cover.

Must. Find. Paint.


Hit a pothole/crater on the way to work in the e30 and lost the brake duct, outside thermometer, and bent a rim. Life's hard for lil' e right now.

Argh! Hope you have a spare rim and/or can find what you need locally...

[kayger12]

Hit a pothole/crater on the way to work in the e30 and lost the brake duct, outside thermometer, and bent a rim. Life's hard for lil' e right now.

Man, you just can't catch a break.

[gr330zhp]

Picked up my splitters from the shop today! Wooot woot!!

Pics later tonight after install! :-)

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[Crickett]

Looking for a place to get a Gen. BMW plug & pins for the under-armrest phone connector; ordering $5 in parts with $15 shipping is not my idea of a good deal . . .

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Looking for a place to get a Gen. BMW plug & pins for the under-armrest phone connector; ordering $5 in parts with $15 shipping is not my idea of a good deal . . .

Agree.

[MrMaico]

Lost my front bumper tow cover last time I got the car towed. Now I'm rocking a primered cover.

Must. Find. Paint.



I had a local automotive paint/bodyshop supply dealer mix up a spraycan of 405 Imola Red for me and it matches great. Around 15 bucks.

Barry

[MrMaico]

Looking for a place to get a Gen. BMW plug & pins for the under-armrest phone connector; ordering $5 in parts with $15 shipping is not my idea of a good deal . . .


Got any pics of what it looks like?

[Crickett]

Got any pics of what it looks like?
From a BimmerForums thread about hard-wiring a TPMS (http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=745478):

http://www.mindspring.com/~wreck00/h3l1a/IMG_1967-resized.JPG

That way I could pull +12V & GND from that unused plug under my armrest rather than splice / tap wires. I could probably make some computer parts I have lying about work (e.g. IDE cables, mobo headers, etc.), but I really like the clean, OE look . . .

[danewilson77]

FTL. Sux bero.

HTC Thunderbolt! Boom! Winning!

[az3579]

I had two issues with the car:
1) clunks over bumps
2) VERY loud road noise at certain speeds

The wheel bearings were deemed faulty because they made noise upon inspection, so today we replaced the front control arm bushings and the two front wheel bearings.

The result:
Road noise is still there
Clunk is still there


I'm PISSED. I spent a lot of money on parts and labor this week... :mad

So now I need front shock mounts to cure the clunking and new tires because they're the culprits on the road noise. The problem? It's almost at full tread, so I have to live with it 'till it wears out... :crying

[danewilson77]

This is why I won't pay someone else.

[az3579]

This is why I won't pay someone else.

It's not the labor I'm lost on, it's the parts. Parts were almost $330 shipped; labor was only a fraction of that.
And, Turner had better prices than him, so that's where I ordered from.

[MrMaico]

That sucks BP! What kind of tires are they? The Potenzas that were on my car when I bought it were crazy loud. I ended up changing them out a little early to get rid of the noise. Hankook V12s made a world of difference.

[az3579]

That sucks BP! What kind of tires are they? The Potenzas that were on my car when I bought it were crazy loud. I ended up changing them out a little early to get rid of the noise. Hankook V12s made a world of difference.

Pirelli PZero Nero's.
I haven't really had much traction issues with them, but I never push them on the street like that. I've autocrossed with this set once and ran a single HPDE day in them and they did alright, but I remember this noise being apparent towards the end of 2010, which is well after all of those events.

Regardless, I've got a loooong way to go to get these to wear out, so I'm inclined to just get another set and sell these cheap for someone that just needs tires.

[MrMaico]

Pirelli PZero Nero's.
I haven't really had much traction issues with them, but I never push them on the street like that. I've autocrossed with this set once and ran a single HPDE day in them and they did alright, but I remember this noise being apparent towards the end of 2010, which is well after all of those events.

Regardless, I've got a loooong way to go to get these to wear out, so I'm inclined to just get another set and sell these cheap for someone that just needs tires.

Well that sucks......when you spend good money on a tire you'd expect them to also be quiet along with working good. I'm just hoping these Hankooks stay nice and quiet, so far so good at around 8000 miles.

[kayger12]

ZHP is going to the Dealer in the morning for a new Vanos.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

So..they are giving you a whole new unit, correct?

Droid X! Srs Legitness!

[kayger12]

Correct. And will have to replace my leaky plasticized VCG :)

Planning on doing the Beisan kit around 75k miles... Should be about 2.5 years.

[danewilson77]

Sounds good.

Droid X! Srs Legitness!

[MrMaico]

ZHP is going to the Dealer in the morning for a new Vanos.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Can't beat that! I did the seals last winter but skipped the rattle kit since I didn't/don't hear any noise.

[az3579]

Can't beat that! I did the seals last winter but skipped the rattle kit since I didn't/don't hear any noise.

Check it with the windows rolled down. I never hear it from inside the car, but with the windows rolled down, it's as loud as day. I'm willing to bet that you really do have it.

[gr330zhp]

BP, maybe they are rear wheel bearings. My drivers side rear was replaced at 56k. I too thought it was tire noise, but it ended up being the wheel bearing...not cheap though :(

[gr330zhp]

Well, going to try the ZHP out in an 1" or 2" of snow with summer tires :dunno We will see what happens

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Be careful out there, Stathi.

[gr330zhp]

Thank you sir!

[az3579]

BP, maybe they are rear wheel bearings. My drivers side rear was replaced at 56k. I too thought it was tire noise, but it ended up being the wheel bearing...not cheap though :(

Nope. Rear bearings make no noise; we tested for this on the lift.

[MrMaico]

Check it with the windows rolled down. I never hear it from inside the car, but with the windows rolled down, it's as loud as day. I'm willing to bet that you really do have it.

I don't know, I've done that. I've even stood outside with one leg in to operate the gas pedal with the hood open and still never heard anything. Just hoping it stays that way, but at 86,000 if it isn't doing it yet I think I should be ok.

[az3579]

I don't know, I've done that. I've even stood outside with one leg in to operate the gas pedal with the hood open and still never heard anything. Just hoping it stays that way, but at 86,000 if it isn't doing it yet I think I should be ok.

You got lucky. :biggrin

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[danewilson77]

7 Days.....I swear!!!

Laurel, MD, United States 03/21/2011 12:57 P.M. Arrival Scan
Cerritos, CA, United States 03/17/2011 2:26 A.M. Departure Scan
Cerritos, CA, United States 03/16/2011 11:25 P.M. Arrival Scan
Chula Vista, CA, United States 03/16/2011 8:59 P.M. Departure Scan
03/16/2011 8:50 P.M. Origin Scan
United States 03/16/2011 5:18 P.M. Order Processed: Ready for UPS

[kayger12]

My baby is back with a new Vanos.

Bet you they didn't think I'd notice that one of the six black plastic nut covers for the cf strut brace was missing.

Silly boys.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Nice......

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Why am I not surprised, Keith?

[kayger12]

Why am I not surprised, Keith?

Haha- I felt something missing on the drive home ;)

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[pyreguy]

I hope they will be replacing it with a quickness!

Congrats on getting your whip back

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[Dotpage]

rolled my fenders, 90% of the rubbing issue is gone, I can see coil-overs in the near future.. And I believed I was done moding for a while.. :facepalm

[pyreguy]

^Win

[johnrando]

My baby is back with a new Vanos.

Bet you they didn't think I'd notice that one of the six black plastic nut covers for the cf strut brace was missing.

Silly boys.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

What's the verdict on throttle response, etc? John

[kayger12]

What's the verdict on throttle response, etc? John

Too early to tell. 500 mile break in iirc. When I did the 325 it took a while for the full effect to show.

Didn't really get on her on the way home. Gonna take her easy for a bit.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[az3579]

Just replaced my front roundel. Took quite a bit more effort than I really was willing to put in, but does look fabulous (in lighter conditions, of course). Crappy dark (Droid-X with flash) pic:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/2011-03-21_21-39-03_843.jpg

[danewilson77]

rolled my fenders, 90% of the rubbing issue is gone, I can see coil-overs in the near future.. And I believed I was done moding for a while.. :facepalm

How did you roll?

Droid! Srs Legitness!

[Dotpage]

At ASAA, the have the rolling machine, and some talented people.. $70

[danewilson77]

At ASAA, the have the rolling machine, and some talented people.. $70

Heck...that's not bad.

I think everyone should give me 20bux......that wants there fenders rolled at the meet....and I will kick in the rest. Everyone gets there fenders rolled for 20bux....and I get a pretty cool tool for $100 or so.....

Droid! Srs Legitness!

[billschusteriv]

7 Days.....I swear!!!

Laurel, MD, United States 03/21/2011 12:57 P.M. Arrival Scan
Cerritos, CA, United States 03/17/2011 2:26 A.M. Departure Scan
Cerritos, CA, United States 03/16/2011 11:25 P.M. Arrival Scan
Chula Vista, CA, United States 03/16/2011 8:59 P.M. Departure Scan
03/16/2011 8:50 P.M. Origin Scan
United States 03/16/2011 5:18 P.M. Order Processed: Ready for UPS

Sheesh - guy I'm hoping that's ground. Because a three day layover from Cerritos to Laurel for air shipping would suck knowing your stuff was sitting on the runway for that long. :biggrin

I'm guessing that UPS truck doesn't check in anywhere between Cali and MD...doesn't that seem odd? :shift j/k

Is that the aFe intake?

[billschusteriv]

Just replaced my front roundel. Took quite a bit more effort than I really was willing to put in, but does look fabulous (in lighter conditions, of course). Crappy dark (Droid-X with flash) pic:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/2011-03-21_21-39-03_843.jpg

Noice. I need to replace my front before the meet.

[danewilson77]

Nope..not the afe....other goodies...muhahahaha.

Droid! Srs Legitness!

[billschusteriv]

Nope..not the afe....other goodies...muhahahaha.

Droid! Srs Legitness!

My hero... :wub

[Dotpage]

Heck...that's not bad.

I think everyone should give me 20bux......that wants there fenders rolled at the meet....and I will kick in the rest. Everyone gets there fenders rolled for 20bux....and I get a pretty cool tool for $100 or so.....

Droid! Srs Legitness!

THIS (http://stores.toolzunlimited.com/Items/LD-6001?CAWELAID=487958514)?

[Johnmadd]

THIS (http://stores.toolzunlimited.com/Items/LD-6001?CAWELAID=487958514)?
We can test it on one of my e30's.

[danewilson77]

THIS (http://stores.toolzunlimited.com/Items/LD-6001?CAWELAID=487958514)?

I was wanting the one from Tirerack. It wouldn't cost you guys anymore....just me.

Droid! Srs Legitness!

[Dotpage]

I'm with you DW, if I had a garage, I would prefer to buy the tool...

[mimalmo]

19x10 rears on my sedan. Just waiting for the front tires to come in and then I'll get some real pics.

They might not be to everyone's taste but I wanted to do something different and was bored with the same old stuff out there.

Style 132's


http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=613&d=1300763872




http://www.xoutpost.com/attachments/bmw-sav-items-sale/41131d1270356406-sold-style-132-x5-e53-19-wheels-michelins-850-dsc07864.jpg

[jjcools]

That should look pretty good!!!

[Dotpage]

Nice, goes well with your car's color.

[az3579]

Eli,
Funny how those wheels to me look horrible on the car they were originally designed for (X5) yet they look awesome on your car. :biggrin

[pyreguy]

^agree :)


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[mimalmo]

Thanks guys.

[gr330zhp]

Really like those wheels Eli! I didnt know they were 10" wide out back! :rockon

[Marcus-SanDiego]

My latest headline is huge (for me at least).
I popped my original LCM back into my car, coded it for xenons with NCS Expert, now I have no tamper dot and no bulb out errors. Great success!

Woot woot. Win!

[kayger12]

Props to BMW of Atlantic City. They ordered a replacement nut cover for my strut brace and will have it by Friday.