What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[Mtnman]

http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo37/bsktsk8ter9/d7334f79.jpg

Just need to figure out how to get the boots on since they didn't come with clippy things that clip to the interior

You glue it to the plastic frame. Not hard. I did it. Pm me if u need help

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[nike001]

You glue it to the plastic frame. Not hard. I did it. Pm me if u need help

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Yeah Terra just told me that's what I have to do. I have a new OEM alcantara shift boot, so I'm not tearing that apart. Terra said he has his old M3 boot that's all wasted that he's going to look for and give to me. So then I'll just sell this OEM boot.


EDIT: Steering wheel is in!!

[danewilson77]

Both front seats removed. Carpet detailed. Battery disconnected, adaptation values reset, inspected air filter, and strut tower hairline fracture. Everything looks good after about 1k miles of normal driving.

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[nike001]

Both front seats removed. Carpet detailed. Battery disconnected, adaptation values reset, inspected air filter, and strut tower hairline fracture. Everything looks good after about 1k miles of normal driving.

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This has been on my to do list. I figured I'll do it come springtime, as winter will just dirty it up again. Plus it's too cold here now to be messing around outside for an extended amount of time.

[kayger12]

Both front seats removed. Carpet detailed. Battery disconnected, adaptation values reset, inspected air filter, and strut tower hairline fracture. Everything looks good after about 1k miles of normal driving.

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Nice.

[Meric]

Vacuumed inside and tomorrow i'm going to wash her. (Trying to impress my gf xD )

[az3579]

Vacuumed inside and tomorrow i'm going to wash her. (Trying to impress my gf xD )

By "her" you mean your car, right? :biggrin

All I managed to do to my car today is get salty/sandy crud all over the side and all over the wheel wells. How the hell did that crap get all over my car? It hasn't snowed here and no salt/sand has been spread!!! WTH??

[Meric]

Didn't want to open a topic while i was looking around the bmw's website i saw this picture: ZHP or maybe M-Tec II

http://www.bmw.com/_common/shared/owners/service/value_care/img/2011/overview.jpg

[cakM3]

I now have the ///M oil cap installed. Saw JP's project thread and loved this...had to get my own, thanks JP :)!

http://img.tapatalk.com/4a67c32d-6dd1-4c09.jpg

[Meric]

5 more horsepower right there! Looks nice :)

[cakM3]

thanks Meric :)

[Hermes]

Didn't want to open a topic while i was looking around the bmw's website i saw this picture: ZHP or maybe M-Tec II

http://www.bmw.com/_common/shared/owners/service/value_care/img/2011/overview.jpg

Not a ZHP if it has German plates, but it does have M-Tech, 135s and shadowline trim!



I now have the ///M oil cap installed. Saw JP's project thread and loved this...had to get my own, thanks JP :)!

http://img.tapatalk.com/4a67c32d-6dd1-4c09.jpg

Nice! Yeah, I just didn't like the look of "BMW recommends Castrol"; besides the round cap just feels better in your hand than the square one

EDIT: just noticed yours is not exactly the same as mine. Mine has a ///M where you have the oil can and doesn't say the Castrol stuff on the bezel. I didn't know that one existed but I do like!

[cakM3]

Nice! Yeah, I just didn't like the look of "BMW recommends Castrol"; besides the round cap just feels better in your hand than the square one

EDIT: just noticed yours is not exactly the same as mine. Mine has a ///M where you have the oil can and doesn't say the Castrol stuff on the bezel. I didn't know that one existed but I do like!

Yeah JP, ordered the part under my ///M3 VIN at the dealership and this is what you now get. Not going to swap oil caps between the ///M and ZHP though...:) Still looks great and I agree....feels so much better when opening the cap over the square one. :thumbsup

[kayger12]

And yes, that's what happens when the PO jacks the car up using the subframe brace.

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2012-01-06_16-07-10_382.jpg

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[kayger12]

I now have the ///M oil cap installed. Saw JP's project thread and loved this...had to get my own, thanks JP :)!



Looking good, Charlie.


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[Pip]

And yes, that's what happens when the PO jacks the car up using the subframe brace.

http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2012-01-06_16-07-10_382.jpg

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Do you have the PN readily available? When I was doing the ET I noticed I was missing this piece as well.

[Hornung418]

Mine doesn't have that cover. No place for it either. So can you reach it from under the car, without jacking it up, to remove it for lifting the front end?

[kayger12]

Do you have the PN readily available? When I was doing the ET I noticed I was missing this piece as well.

Here you go. http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?2026-Reinforcement-plate-oil-drain-missing-cover&p=134912#post134912

[kayger12]

Mine doesn't have that cover. No place for it either. So can you reach it from under the car, without jacking it up, to remove it for lifting the front end?

No place to lift the front end from up there. Have to do it from the jack points or frame rails on the sides.

Would be damn convenient if you could.

I've thought about doing it with this car since the PO already bent it all up.

[Hornung418]

Hmmm...So why does my 328 have a central jack point at the front of the car around the Oil Drain Plug, and the M54 cars don't?? Curiously strange.

[cakM3]

Looking good, Charlie.


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Thanks Keith :)

Got my ///M deadpedal from ECS Tuning today...:biggrin

Will be installing my aluminum pedals tomorrow along with the ///M deadpedal. Can't wait!

[kayger12]

^^^
Gonna look awesome.

[kayger12]

Hmmm...So why does my 328 have a central jack point at the front of the car around the Oil Drain Plug, and the M54 cars don't?? Curiously strange.

Not sure-- but it's annoying.

My friends E36 was so easy to get up from the front.

These are a pita.

[trancenation]

Washed the zhp and zcp. Soon to be waxed.
http://i42.tinypic.com/29orfx1.jpg

[cakM3]

Installed this....

http://img.tapatalk.com/4a67c32d-8eca-0116.jpg

[danewilson77]

135 too close to curb warning!!!!!!

[kayger12]

135 too close to curb warning!!!!!!

:rofl

[trancenation]

135 too close to curb warning!!!!!!
This is San Francisco for ya haha.

[nike001]

Wiped down my windows & door jambs. They were dirty :(

[az3579]

135 too close to curb warning!!!!!!

I was cringing as I first saw that pic, and then read further down. You stole the words right out of my head.
Gorgeous cars!

[Johnmadd]

2 newfalken front falken tires for the e30, and an alignment. The previous alignment would have been better if I would have done it by tape measurement and a keen eye. Rides great now. :)

[Johnmadd]

Hmmm...So why does my 328 have a central jack point at the front of the car around the Oil Drain Plug, and the M54 cars don't?? Curiously strange.

Idk, 6speed vs 5speed maybe?

[HokieZHP]

I tightened up my e-brake since before it would only hold the car on a hill if it was cranked as high as possible. MUCH better now!

[das boots]

I tightened up my e-brake since before it would only hold the car on a hill if it was cranked as high as possible. MUCH better now!

This is one thing I need to have done....Not very familiar on how to tighten the e-brake. Maybe you can do a DIY on this procedure.....

[kayger12]

This is one thing I need to have done....Not very familiar on how to tighten the e-brake. Maybe you can do a DIY on this procedure.....

http://www.csfrancis.net/BMW/pbdiy.pdf

[das boots]

Perfect...Will need to print this out. Thanks.

[kayger12]

Welcome. Let us know how it goes. Had it bookmarked, but haven't had to do it yet.

[zj96sc]

I just ordered that trap door. Heads up that TheBMWPartStore has largely the same part prices as ECS but $5 shipping. Came out about $7 cheaper than ECS.....like 40% less.

[kayger12]

Good info. I ordered them from Tischer when I ordered the air filter for the performance intake.

[ryankokesh]

Temporarily put my 3-seasons back on today. Driving to Indianapolis tomorrow to potentially adopt a dog...and it's like high 50's. Didn't want to wear the winters down too much for no reason. What's with this weather?!?


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[HokieZHP]

http://www.csfrancis.net/BMW/pbdiy.pdf

This is the one I used. Very straightforward. Ignore the 10 clicks thing about loosening it back up, just do it until the wheel can turn some. I had to adjust the linkages more after I got it back on the ground since the right one was grabbing more than the left. But now, they're even and leave even skid marks and engage at the same time haha

[zj96sc]

Good info. I ordered them from Tischer when I ordered the air filter for the performance intake.

Yeah those are definitely "in with another big order" type items. Tischer wanted $11 shipping for $7 worth of parts, TBPS wanted $5 for $7. Both are pretty wasteful on my part but.......eh.

[az3579]

I arranged a playdate for Wobbie while I talked with the playdate's parent.

2997


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[zhp43867]

My E-brake engaged, but too high, as in it would pull the arm rest up with it. I just tightened the nuts a little bit, risky business I know but it was quick!

Took advantage of Autogeek's new years sale :)

http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/5474/p1060153h.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/94/p1060153h.jpg/)

[cakM3]

Installed my ///M deadpedal and aluminum pedals this morning

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c370-9e2d-ec90.jpg

ZHP is happier now :biggrin

[kayger12]

Nice job, Charlie.

We're sporting twins now. :like

[Hermes]

Looks great Charlie!

[az3579]

Rinsed the salty/sandy crap off it. I can't believe running through one tiny little 8-foot patch of salt (why the hell did that town salt, anyway?) could cake the entire side of my car.

Didn't dry though, so I have water spots. At least there's no salt on it now. :shifty

[cakM3]

Thanks Keith and JP :) Improvements done one mod at a time :thumbsup

Also gave Prowlerflyer an ///M oil cap for his "supercharged" sleeper today...;)

@ Keith, once I get the carbon fiber diffuser, then you can say our cars are "related" :)

[kayger12]

@ Keith, once I get the carbon fiber diffuser, then you can say our cars are "related" :)

Now you're talking!

[cakM3]

:)

Going to happen :thumbsup

[zhp43867]

cakM3, the dead pedal looks great! I've wanted to do that for some time, but I've postponed it for my 2nd zhp which I am currently looking for!

[Meric]

Bought a hardcore wheel brush.


http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/5357/img0697cu.jpg
http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/7324/img0699t.jpg

[cakM3]

cakM3, the dead pedal looks great! I've wanted to do that for some time, but I've postponed it for my 2nd zhp which I am currently looking for!

thanks :)

[Meric]

What? ZHP's dont come with //M dead pedal? What about door plates?
Mine has something similar to this:

http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2482/2010bmwx6m48.jpg

[zhp43867]

Bought a hardcore wheel brush.


Looks great! Now time for some Iron-X! I'm going to miss the low maintenance aspect of my Akebono pads when I give them up for the Stoptechs soon... I don't miss cleaning off stock-level BMW brake dust!

[Meric]

Haha thanks! BTW that brake dust is only 1 week. I'm having a terrible brake dust problem..

[az3579]

Looks great! Now time for some Iron-X! I'm going to miss the low maintenance aspect of my Akebono pads when I give them up for the Stoptechs soon... I don't miss cleaning off stock-level BMW brake dust!

You don't necessarily have to give it up. I remember Turner selling pads for certain aftermarket calipers, and I remember StopTech being one of them. They might have a ceramic your application...





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[zhp43867]

Haha thanks! BTW that brake dust is only 1 week. I'm having a terrible brake dust problem..

Have you seen my thread on Iron X in the detailing section? If it any of it is stuck to the wheels after a normal cleaning it could help! Also, wheel tax is great but it doesn't really prevent brake dust buildup. I don't know if you are that perturbed by the brake dust but if you are look up using Iron X then a product called Cqaurtz ceramic coating. It actually resists dirt/brake dust build up and might help a lot!


You don't necessarily have to give it up. I remember Turner selling pads for certain aftermarket calipers, and I remember StopTech being one of them. They might have a ceramic your application...




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I'm just going to the Stoptech pads, well at least I think. Two people are selling some amazing deals on E46 BBKs! There is a complete St-40 Stoptech kit in the sponsors section for $1500, new!

[M0nk3y]

No need to go straight to IronX.

I use Meguiars D104 diluted 10:1 for wheel cleaning. I've never had a problem.

That paired with Poorboys Wheel Sealant and it's been easy to get anything off. Even after a day for autocrossing.

[cakM3]

What? ZHP's dont come with //M dead pedal? What about door plates?
Mine has something similar to this:

http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/2482/2010bmwx6m48.jpg

Meric,
You have no idea how bad I want those....:drool

[Meric]

Want some pics of it?

[zhp43867]

No need to go straight to IronX.

I use Meguiars D104 diluted 10:1 for wheel cleaning. I've never had a problem.

That paired with Poorboys Wheel Sealant and it's been easy to get anything off. Even after a day for autocrossing.

I prefer Iron X if there is built up, caked on brake dust, but otherwise I agree.

[cakM3]

helped detail Wobbie then let BP take my ///M out for a test drive :)

His new UUC exhaust sounds awesome :thumbsup

[az3579]

To detail Charlie's efforts, we refreshed the black trim around the car and replaced the headlight lenses. Night and day difference.
Those sexy new exhaust tips got polished too. :biggrin

And then he proceeded to completely corrupt me with the M. The ZHP just isn't the same anymore......


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[nike001]

Can someone link me to the the M dead pedal? I found it before, but now I can't find it. I'm thinking it was on Tischer but now I can't find it.

It works for the sedan, right?

[cakM3]

The one you order from ECS Tuning is where you can get the ///M deadpedal for sedans :)

This is where I got mine :thumbsup

[nike001]

The one you order from ECS Tuning is where you can get the ///M deadpedal for sedans :)

This is where I got mine :thumbsup

Thanks! Finally found it. I wish their Performance pedals weren't out of stock :(

[webster]

Thanks! Finally found it. I wish their Performance pedals weren't out of stock :(

go with the ///M pedals from modbargains. they're cheaper and look better imo.

[MrMaico]

I've been debating getting a set of these, probably in black. For another $20 you could get ZHP engraved on the deadpedal.

http://bmwpedals.com/products/e46.html

http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_se46mtblk.jpg

[cakM3]

go with the ///M pedals from modbargains. they're cheaper and look better imo.

webster is correct...I also think that the ///M pedals look better. :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

I've been debating getting a set of these, probably in black. For another $20 you could get ZHP engraved on the deadpedal.

http://bmwpedals.com/products/e46.html

http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_se46mtblk.jpg

Diggin the diff look of these.

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[Hermes]

I've been debating getting a set of these, probably in black. For another $20 you could get ZHP engraved on the deadpedal.

http://bmwpedals.com/products/e46.html

http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_se46mtblk.jpg

I've seen something similar, they look and feel great but my only issue with them is they don't have the rubber insert piece like the ones I have now. I think grip could be an issue if your soles are wet. Just my opinion.

[MrMaico]

Diggin the diff look of these.

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Me too. I think I'm going to pull the trigger on an engraved "ZHP" set. Debating if I should maybe go with silver with a black deadpedal or all black. hmmm.....

http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_e90m3mixmatchsetAFTER.jpg

[Meric]

Update: Got pulled over for taking "colorfull phills". Then I told him that it was skittles showed him the bag of skittles he let me go. -.-

Btw I took pics of door plates will upload it when I get home

[HokieZHP]

Update: Got pulled over for taking "colorfull phills". Then I told him that it was skittles showed him the bag of skittles he let me go. -.-

Btw I took pics of door plates will upload it when I get home

Haha that's pretty funny. Glad he let you go though


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[Meric]

lol nahh he saw my uniform at te back.

[midlandtech]

Just got the front lip all set up on the car =)


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[Meric]

Here are the pictures!
http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/4707/img0702izo.jpg
http://img585.imageshack.us/img585/2806/img0703ae.jpg
http://img833.imageshack.us/img833/4059/img0704pf.jpg

Rear
http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/3313/img0705na.jpg
http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/9508/img0706iz.jpg

[bullfrogs_M3]

1. Claybar
2. M105
3. SIP
4. SF
5. EZ-Creme Acrylic Glaze
6. Jetseal 109
7. (still to do: Blue Velvet Wax)
8. (still to do: Purple Haze Wax)
9. (still to do: windows, wheels, blackwow trim, etc...)

warning: crappy iphone pics
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/passengerside/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/passengercloseup/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/driverside/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/trunk/web.jpg

Is that tree upside down? Nah, thats just the reflection off the roof lol
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/tree_roof_2/web.jpg

[az3579]

^^ Holy crap dude, that is the cleanest BLACK car I've ever seen!
Question is, how long will it stay clean? lol

[M0nk3y]

Nice dude. Looks great. More (and better) pictures are a must after Dodo is done with!

[bullfrogs_M3]

Thanks guys. Yea, i'll take better pictures after I finish up the Dodo Juice and trim tonight. Will take some pics in the mid day light

[static667]

Gave her a desperately needed bath, yesterday, and also vacuumed the sand dunes out of my floorboards.



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[imola red zhp]

Washed wifes X5 after football games... Payback.. Hahahttp://img.tapatalk.com/aefed116-53db-68ad.jpg

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[iZHP]

ordered LED DRL's and Reverse lights. And dropped off the car for service.

[cakM3]

Thanks guys. Yea, i'll take better pictures after I finish up the Dodo Juice and trim tonight. Will take some pics in the mid day light

looking forward to seeing the mid day shots....car looks sweet :thumbsup !

[meeceboy78]

J, that looks awesome! when are we doing mine? :P

[midlandtech]

Installed aux cable now I can listen to my entire music library in the car woot


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[Meric]

Installed aux cable now I can listen to my entire music library in the car woot


~Steve
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Feels good eh?

[midlandtech]

Feels good eh?

True I have the jack and cord hidden in the storage area just above the ash tray so I can hook it up put the phone on shuffle and rock out while I ride


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[Meric]

Have you tried charging it while it's playing? I think there is a system in the radio when you charge your iPod or iPhone it kicks in and switches to cd. Something with ground issue I think.. Pretty lame for not being able to charge it while playing

[HokieZHP]

I use an aux kit and charge my phone all the time and have never had it switch to cd. Always worked perfectly for me


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[Meric]

Are you using the oem aux?

[HokieZHP]

I think. I'm using this kit...

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Interior/Stereo/ES194845/


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[Meric]

Hmm weird I think my home made aux has something wrong with the ground wire :s

[Hermes]

I think. I'm using this kit...

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Interior/Stereo/ES194845/

yup, OEM. p/n 82110149389

FYI there are two, one for Nav and one for non-Nav

[danewilson77]

Received this and clutch travel limiting stop today.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG1119.jpg

[kayger12]

Looks perfect. Nice job!

[Hornung418]

Okay...so why doesn't that have the little flap to hide the Oil Drain Plug? Looks like this will have to be dropped in order to traditionally change the oil :(

[danewilson77]

Okay...so why doesn't that have the little flap to hide the Oil Drain Plug? Looks like this will have to be dropped in order to traditionally change the oil :(

Lil flap is in the re-enforcement plate....not this piece.

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

[Hornung418]

Hrrmmm...My splash guard is a completely different shape then...

I have a hole in mine towards the rear of the engine, and there's a support that circles the Oil Drain Plug that I can jack the front up with. Very strange change in design.

Well now that the air is cleared of confusion, I congratulate you on your purchase :biggrin

[johnrando]

A few minor things:
- Tightened up my glove box lock, broke the wires in the meantime. Got/getting some help from William.
- Installed the first aid kit bracket for the under seat kit
- I was going to install an AUX jack just for extra connectivity but I realized that that port is being used by my Dice.
- South Bay BMW had sent me a coupon for $25 of accessories so I bought these and put the M caps on:

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111231-00144.jpg

[zj96sc]

I've seen this come up several times and i think it might be a pre/post facelift thing.

[johnrando]

I've been debating getting a set of these, probably in black. For another $20 you could get ZHP engraved on the deadpedal.

http://bmwpedals.com/products/e46.html


http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_se46mtblk.jpg

I chose a different pedal kit but I love that you can engrave ZHP on those.

@Meric, Midlandtech, Bullfrogs - your cars look great!

[Dotpage]

new gas cap. Bye bye error code!!

[MrMaico]

I replaced the original oil cap with the ///M oil cap. Looks so much better :thumbsup


Received this and clutch travel limiting stop today.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG1119.jpg

Looks good Dane! :biggrin


I chose a different pedal kit but I love that you can engrave ZHP on those.

@Meric, Midlandtech, Bullfrogs - your cars look great!

Just sent them an e mail asking about getting an engraved set.

[Meric]

I chose a different pedal kit but I love that you can engrave ZHP on those.

@Meric, Midlandtech, Bullfrogs - your cars look great!

Our cars you mean? :D

[johnrando]

Our cars you mean? :D

Corrected! :biggrin

[Crickett]

Hmm weird I think my home made aux has something wrong with the ground wire :s

Nope, nothing wrong with your ground, just a known issue with the aux-in port on our radios. The solution is to solder up a little circuit (a resistor & a capacitor, IIRC) in your DIY aux cable; the OEM aux cable has this circuit built-in. Search for DIY aux-in & you should find the info & circuit diagram.

[Meric]

Nope, nothing wrong with your ground, just a known issue with the aux-in port on our radios. The solution is to solder up a little circuit (a resistor & a capacitor, IIRC) in your DIY aux cable; the OEM aux cable has this circuit built-in. Search for DIY aux-in & you should find the info & circuit diagram.

Ohh Thanks for the info crickett! I dont think its necessery to put resistor. I'm fine with that. :)

[cakM3]

Got lubrication for my sunroof track

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[midlandtech]

Removed the eyelids cause I'm just not feelin them


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[GT172I]

I've seen this come up several times and i think it might be a pre/post facelift thing.

Pretty much, the xi's have a different front frame brace so theirs is different with an actual center jack pad and regular e46 99-01 have the circle type front jack point. 02+ have that oval bit that crushes if you try to jack from it

[GT172I]

A few minor things:
...
- I was going to install an AUX jack just for extra connectivity but I realized that that port is being used by my Dice.
....

You realize the DICE module box has an aux input on it right? At least mine (Silverline) does... That's on my project list for this weekend, install an 1/8" aux cable for Pandora streaming when I don't want the iPod.

[das boots]

Pretty much, the xi's have a different front frame brace so theirs is different with an actual center jack pad and regular e46 99-01 have the circle type front jack point. 02+ have that oval bit that crushes if you try to jack from it

Would a piece of wood that is correct oval shape seated inside the oval be acceptable as jacking pad so as not to crush the oval ring? Or is the brace even strong enough as a jacking point?

[trancenation]

You realize the DICE module box has an aux input on it right? At least mine (Silverline) does... That's on my project list for this weekend, install an 1/8" aux cable for Pandora streaming when I don't want the iPod.

How do you select the aux mode and can you switch between aux mode and ipod with the HU?

[GT172I]

Would a piece of wood that is correct oval shape seated inside the oval be acceptable as jacking pad so as not to crush the oval ring? Or is the brace even strong enough as a jacking point?

It would certainly help I bet. I've just used a ~8" strip of 2x4 (laying around) laterally across that area when jacking from there to distribute the load.

I'm also not taking responsibility if you squash it or yourself ...

[GT172I]

How do you select the aux mode and can you switch between aux mode and ipod with the HU?

Go to Disc 5, then track 2. switches between iPod and Aux inputs. When in AUX mode the other discs change to be Gain, Bass EQ, Mid EQ, Treble EQ

Pages 18-20 of manual (http://diceelectronics.com/support/files/bmw_dice_gs.pdf)

[Pip]

Removed the eyelids cause I'm just not feelin them


~Steve
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I am liking your sig without the eyelids much better :)

[midlandtech]

I am liking your sig without the eyelids much better :)

Thanks... I have a feeling they will be staying off

[johnrando]

You realize the DICE module box has an aux input on it right? At least mine (Silverline) does... That's on my project list for this weekend, install an 1/8" aux cable for Pandora streaming when I don't want the iPod.

I hate to say this but I didn't know it had that feature. My excuse is that it was installed a couple of years ago and I never look at it. i looked at the manual and sure enough, it has an aux jack. Thanks for the info, learn something new every day. :-)

[nike001]

Thanks... I have a feeling they will be staying off

Your car would look even better with clears ;)

[trancenation]

Go to Disc 5, then track 2. switches between iPod and Aux inputs. When in AUX mode the other discs change to be Gain, Bass EQ, Mid EQ, Treble EQ

Pages 18-20 of manual (http://diceelectronics.com/support/files/bmw_dice_gs.pdf)
Thanks a bunch sir!

[midlandtech]

Your car would look even better with clears ;)

I like the smoked ones wish they were a touch lighter but they will have to do for now


~Steve
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[johnrando]

Recently I mentioned that the auto body shop, Jim and Jacks, in El Segundo, CA, replaced my rocker panel with a standard 330 one instead of a ZHP one. As I said, it's been almost 2 years and no one noticed. I brought this to their attention, and they showed me that they ordered with the VIN #, so it must have been send wrong by mistake. I bought a new panel, and they painted and re-installed it for free, and gave me the old one back. They guy wouldn't even take a tip. I'm going to post this in the review section too, but now Ness is whole again! Very happy with their service and work.

[Hornung418]

Very nice of them, John!

Post that 'regular' side skirt up for local sale on fanatics and I'm sure you'll make up some of the cost to replace the MtechII skirt!

[johnrando]

Very nice of them, John!

Post that 'regular' side skirt up for local sale on fanatics and I'm sure you'll make up some of the cost to replace the MtechII skirt!

Thanks. And, I already did exactly that.

[HokieZHP]

Just finished changing the oil with some good old BMW 5w-30.


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[danewilson77]

Yum

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[das boots]

Go to Disc 5, then track 2. switches between iPod and Aux inputs. When in AUX mode the other discs change to be Gain, Bass EQ, Mid EQ, Treble EQ

Pages 18-20 of manual (http://diceelectronics.com/support/files/bmw_dice_gs.pdf)

When I purchased my ZHP, it was pre-wired for IPOD by PO. The connector is in the glove compartment. It looks like a professional install. I know it works. I plugged it once and a song came out. But I do not know how is it hooked up. I could not control song selection or how to set up for use. Would this manual be a good start on how to use the IPOD?

[Crickett]

When I purchased my ZHP, it was pre-wired for IPOD by PO. The connector is in the glove compartment. It looks like a professional install. I know it works. I plugged it once and a song came out. But I do not know how is it hooked up. I could not control song selection or how to set up for use. Would this manual be a good start on how to use the IPOD?

If it's the official BMW iPod kit, then no. IIRC, the OEM kit only plays a specific playlist . . . or something.

[cakM3]

ordered my VANOS seals and rattle repair kit for the ZHP today...:)

[danewilson77]

ordered my VANOS seals and rattle repair kit for the ZHP today...:)

Nice!

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[GT172I]

If it's the official BMW iPod kit, then no. IIRC, the OEM kit only plays a specific playlist . . . or something.

^This. You'll need to know a bit more about what's actually behind the glove box. There are several options that provide iPod connectivity but I only know about the DICE unit. I'm not certain but believe the connector on the iPod side might have a logo on it that would help identifying the unit it goes to.

[johnrando]

^This. You'll need to know a bit more about what's actually behind the glove box. There are several options that provide iPod connectivity but I only know about the DICE unit. I'm not certain but believe the connector on the iPod side might have a logo on it that would help identifying the unit it goes to.

As an FYI, many kits have a way to either control from the Ipod or from the head unit. As for my Dice, if the Ipod is in "lock" position, the head unit controls the playlists, etc. If it's in unlock, I control the selection from the Ipod itself.

[das boots]

^This. You'll need to know a bit more about what's actually behind the glove box. There are several options that provide iPod connectivity but I only know about the DICE unit. I'm not certain but believe the connector on the iPod side might have a logo on it that would help identifying the unit it goes to.

I will try to see if the connector has any logo markings. If nothing, then I have remove the glove box? (How do I remove the glove box? Any link?) The HU is a standard stock like everyone else....All I know is that the Ipod connector wiring was run through a rubber grommet and out to the glove box. Looks very professional. I don't think that this is a BMW Ipod kit though....but what do I know....let you guys know more later.

[johnrando]

Glove box removal is easy.

http://www.bimmerforums.co.uk/forum/f91/how-remove-your-e46-glove-box-t20588/

[das boots]

Got it...Thanks.

[zj96sc]

Would a piece of wood that is correct oval shape seated inside the oval be acceptable as jacking pad so as not to crush the oval ring? Or is the brace even strong enough as a jacking point?

I'd honestly avoid it. There are other more "correct" ways to get the car in the air without it.

[das boots]

I'd honestly avoid it. There are other more "correct" ways to get the car in the air without it.

I got you since it is hollow aluminum and looks flimsy. However, what is the purpose of the cross brace if not for a specific jacking point and for suspension and engine support?

[Crickett]

I got you since it is hollow aluminum and looks flimsy. However, what is the purpose of the cross brace if not for a specific jacking point and for suspension and engine support?

My assumption is that the earlier E46s with the explicit jack point & our later E46s all can be jacked the same way (i.e. same solid cross brace point), ours just has that annoying aluminum cover in the way instead of a nice rubber jack pad like the earlier ones.

[das boots]

Any documentation that this can be done? I hear you that it is a better place for a jacking point...however...still very fearful that the cross brace would collapse or cave in...

[Crickett]

Any documentation that this can be done? I hear you that it is a better place for a jacking point...however...still very fearful that the cross brace would collapse or cave in...

I'd say that if the old & new E46s use the same P/N for that cross brace, then there shouldn't be a problem (assuming that's where the old jack pad attaches . . . ).

[das boots]

then there shouldn't be a problem (assuming that's where the old jack pad attaches . . . ).

That indeed is the problem. Never knowing if that is where the supposedly jacking pad attaches.....again, unless there is a photo or a document from BMW or some others showing the process. Hopefully someone would have that...

[HokieZHP]

I've also wondered about that when trying to get the front in the air since its a pain to do one front side at a time.


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[echo46]

Just purchased Meg #105,#205, Dodo Juice Purple Haze and orange cutting pads.

[zj96sc]

I'd assume the brace provides some torsional/translational rigidity to the unibody. Based on the materials thickness of said materials that I know the part is made out of, I'm not putting a jack under it.

The degree of uncertainty and confusion about proper jacking techniques for the E46 is pretty remarkable. I'm not pointing fingers, I'm definitely in the 'confused' camp myself.

I put her on ramps, then jack from the "frame" rail behind the control arm bushing mounting bolts, and set her down on jackstands underneath the factory side jack points. Between the two jackstands, two ramps, etc....I feel safe under the car and am confident that I'm using secure points......but there are better ways to do it for sure. What I particularly don't like about my method is the angle (left to right) put on the car when one side is on the jackstand and one side is still on the ramp. Too much movement for my taste. You could remedy this with two jacks...this is definitely in the plan but I need to save up for it.

[GT172I]

I'd say that if the old & new E46s use the same P/N for that cross brace, then there shouldn't be a problem (assuming that's where the old jack pad attaches . . . ).

They do not use the same P/N (just checked via RealOEM)
http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/s/z/123.png
vs.
http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/s/f/243.png
vs.
http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/y/e/95.png

The second 2 (99-01 & xi) have points that appear designed for central jacking, not so much on the first one (facelifts?)

I also use the ramp, frame rails, and rubber side jack points method
Not endorsing anything just providing info

[MrMaico]

I use a set of these to lift the front off of the Rhino ramps, works great. I also modified the tops of them so they fit inside of the jack points so there is less chance of anything bad happening. That square silver piece you see is a ratchet type lock system so they can't come down even if the jack portion failed.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/powerbuilt-reg-3-ton-jack-amp-jack-stand-1160455

[danewilson77]

Thats a pretty cool tool for $29.99. May pick up 2 of these.

[zj96sc]

Yeah I like that. Remember to orient the jackstand "release" lever outboard.

[danewilson77]

Yeah I like that. Remember to orient the jackstand "release" lever outboard.

Doesn't look like it's all that important on those stands as they utilize "pinned" holds

Def good practice though.

[webster]

installed clutch stop and ordered a bunch of stuff from detailer's domain:

Adam's In & Out Spray $14.95
Adam's All Purpose Cleaner Size: 16oz $10.95
Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner Size: 500ml $15.95
Uber No Name Uber Super Plush Microfiber Towel 16x16 $6.99
Uber Interior Microfiber Towel $5.99
Wolf's Chemicals WG-1NT Glass Guard $29.95
Swissvax Wheel Brush $15.99
Stoner's Invisible Glass 19 oz $5.99
Uber Large Blue Applicator Pad $1.79x2
Uber Small Blue Applicator Pad $1.49x4

[Mtnman]

Today I bought redline 75w-90, Oil sending/sensor unit, oil sender gasket, 2 new belts. All for less than $100. So that means diff fluid change, replace faulty sensor (yellow oil light comes on randomly, and when full of oil) and replace both belts in the car for less than $100. DIY FTMFW!!! I bet that saved me $500. If it wasnt for ZHPMafia, I wouldnt have started DIY'ing the ZHP. Thanks everyone.

[das boots]

I'd assume the brace provides some torsional/translational rigidity to the unibody. Based on the materials thickness of said materials that I know the part is made out of, I'm not putting a jack under it.

The degree of uncertainty and confusion about proper jacking techniques for the E46 is pretty remarkable. I'm not pointing fingers, I'm definitely in the 'confused' camp myself.

I put her on ramps, then jack from the "frame" rail behind the control arm bushing mounting bolts, and set her down on jackstands underneath the factory side jack points. Between the two jackstands, two ramps, etc....I feel safe under the car and am confident that I'm using secure points......but there are better ways to do it for sure. What I particularly don't like about my method is the angle (left to right) put on the car when one side is on the jackstand and one side is still on the ramp. Too much movement for my taste. You could remedy this with two jacks...this is definitely in the plan but I need to save up for it.

Presently, I would use the two jacking points (rubber blocks) with 2 X 4 and slide my jack stands under the rails. One side at a time. To my understanding, the rubber jacking points have a designated block to be used with the hollow rubber points. There is a specific terminology for those mounting blocks.

[MrMaico]

Doesn't look like it's all that important on those stands as they utilize "pinned" holds

Def good practice though.

Actually, at least with my Rhino brand ramps, you have to face one of them "backwards" because it's a close fit between clearing the bottom of the ramp and lining up with the jack point. Not a big deal though, it's still easy to pump and get to the release valve. I imagine if you trimmed a hair off the edge of the ramp it would probably clear it ok.

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-NSQPJHW/0/L/IMG1257-L.jpg

[S85FTW]

Sold my CSL reps, moving onto a new set in the spring.

[kayger12]

Actually, at least with my Rhino brand ramps, you have to face one of them "backwards" because it's a close fit between clearing the bottom of the ramp and lining up with the jack point. Not a big deal though, it's still easy to pump and get to the release valve. I imagine if you trimmed a hair off the edge of the ramp it would probably clear it ok.

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-NSQPJHW/0/L/IMG1257-L.jpg

I like this. Gonna pick a couple of those up.

[kayger12]

Finally got the car on the lift today to change out the fuel filter.

She's happy now. :)

That's nearly 63K on the original filter.

[johnrando]

Finally got the car on the lift today to change out the fuel filter.

She's happy now. :)

That's nearly 63K on the original filter.

:danehappy ?

[Ryans323i]

2 new Phillips d2s bulbs installed.

[danewilson77]

2 new Phillips d2s bulbs installed.

Well that was a bright idea! Nice.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[johnrando]

Thanks to someone who pointed out that Dice has a input for an aux cable, I checked mine out and it does. So I set that up and figured out how to toggle between Ipod and aux. I also moved the Dice from my glove box to behind it, so no extra hands can swipe it. So now I can play my music via ipod or my phone (or other mp3 player), etc through the car too.

I never really missed that capability until a friend had some songs on his phone he wanted to play and I didn't have a way to do it, until now.

And Ryan, always good to get those new bulbs in. It's the little things sometimes.

[midlandtech]

Well that was a bright idea! Nice.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

punny

[trancenation]

New Battery for the E46 M3. Surprisingly the models offered by autozone have less CCA than the ones offered for the regular e46's. I decided to drop the Duralast Gold 94R in ( recommended for regular e46 and have it on the zhp) and upon comparison with the oem M3 battery, they are almost identical.

[Newjack]

New Battery for the E46 M3. Surprisingly the models offered by autozone have less CCA than the ones offered for the regular e46's. I decided to drop the Duralast Gold 94R in ( recommended for regular e46 and have it on the zhp) and upon comparison with the oem M3 battery, they are almost identical.

You also saved yourself $200 going that route. Good call.

[ryankokesh]

Winter tires back on again, as it looks like it'll be much more wintery now... one had lost ~20psi in a week of sitting off the car, so I'm hoping there's nothing wrong with it. Can that happen when there's no car weight on them? It wasn't losing air on the car. :dunno

[das boots]

Finally got the car on the lift today to change out the fuel filter.

She's happy now. :)

That's nearly 63K on the original filter.

Keith..is there a link for a DIY for a filter replacement?

[Pip]

Keith..is there a link for a DIY for a filter replacement?

http://bimmerinfo.com/diy/fuel-filter/ with pictures
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=242221 without pictures

and the original link to give credit: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=482720

I'm sure there are more, but those seem helpful.

[kayger12]

Keith..is there a link for a DIY for a filter replacement?

Sure thing. This is the one I used.

http://bimmerinfo.com/diy/fuel-filter/



Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[MrMaico]

I like this. Gonna pick a couple of those up.

Something I should have mentioned is you have to lift the back up also to get clearance to get the jacks under the front. Never been an issue for me because every time I've needed to remove the front wheels I either needed to get under the car or I also needed to remove the rears. Just something to consider.

[kayger12]

Something I should have mentioned is you have to lift the back up also to get clearance to get the jacks under the front. Never been an issue for me because every time I've needed to remove the front wheels I either needed to get under the car or I also needed to remove the rears. Just something to consider.

Roger. Understood. Good info.

[Crickett]

Today I kicked off my pre-100,000-mile refresh project with a Performance intake from BMWPartsSource.com (http://bmwpartssource.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=976248&siteid=216042&catalogid=8760) for $300.xx shipped!

The rest of the plan is to refresh the coolant system (i.e. exp. tank, water pump, t-stat, hoses), VANOS seals (no rattle kit as I haven't developed that problem), VCG, spark plugs, diff. fluid, & fuel filter.

EDIT: Looks like BMWPartsSource wasn't aware they had the intake still listed (at least at that price); they pulled it from the section I found it, & returned the price to $730 in the E46 section. They haven't updated me on what they're doing with my order yet . . .

[johnrando]

Nice. Any thoughts as to the Samco or Stett hoses, or just going standard? I've been contemplating those.

[MrMaico]

I've been debating getting a set of these, probably in black. For another $20 you could get ZHP engraved on the deadpedal.

http://bmwpedals.com/products/e46.html

http://bmwpedals.com/images/525_se46mtblk.jpg

So I heard back from these guys on getting a set with "ZHP" engraved on the deadpedal. Turns out that the $134.99 price is only for the "///M" engraved ones. For a personalized engraving it's another $50 on top of that, so $184.99 total. They do up a design and e mail you a PDF for your approval first.

I'm still debating, not sure I want to spend that much so I might just get the ///M set instead.

[johnrando]

That's gettin' pretty pricey, especially when the set itself looks good. You'd probably have to look real hard to see the "ZHP" anyway. Nice idea but a tough call at that price.

[Crickett]

Nice. Any thoughts as to the Samco or Stett hoses, or just going standard? I've been contemplating those.

Haven't even heard of those hoses; I just went with the OEM kit. Actually, I contemplated not doing the hoses at all, since Mike Miller's Old-School Maintenance Schedule recommends coolant & fuel hoses at 150,000-mile intervals.

[danewilson77]

Most likely will go with Stett when my next set is due.

[midlandtech]

EDIT: Looks like BMWPartsSource wasn't aware they had the intake still listed (at least at that price); they pulled it from the section I found it, & returned the price to $730 in the E46 section. They haven't updated me on what they're doing with my order yet . . .

If they had it at that price when you ordered it aren't they legally obligated to sell it to you at that advertised price?

[Crickett]

If they had it at that price when you ordered it aren't they legally obligated to sell it to you at that advertised price?

Could be . . . but I also wouldn't be surprised if they just say it was a mistake & offer it to me at normal price or offer to cancel the order. :dunno

[danewilson77]

If they had it at that price when you ordered it aren't they legally obligated to sell it to you at that advertised price?

lol....$400 mistake.

[Hermes]

If they had it at that price when you ordered it aren't they legally obligated to sell it to you at that advertised price?

+1 - as far as I know they ARE legally obligated to honor your order


Nice. Any thoughts as to the Samco or Stett hoses, or just going standard? I've been contemplating those.

Since you mention the Samco hoses I got a PM over on e46, we need to place our order soon. I'll post a copy in the other thread when I have a chance

[az3579]

+1 - as far as I know they ARE legally obligated to honor your order



He already paid an advertised price for it. I would be inclined to say the same.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

If they had it at that price when you ordered it aren't they legally obligated to sell it to you at that advertised price?

They are not legally obligated to sell it at that price. To understand why that is so, you need to understand contracts.

An advertised price -- by a business -- is nothing more than an invitation to have you submit an offer to them. You submitted an offer for a lower price. They decided not to accept your offer. Therefore, there is no contract. They can turn around and cancel your order or see if you'd like to pay the higher price.

All of that said, many businesses will honor the misquoted price. Understand, though, that they are not obligated to do it.

[az3579]

All of that said, many businesses will honor the misquoted price. Understand, though, that they are not obligated to do it.

Ah. That's where the confusion lies.
Thanks for the clarification.

[midlandtech]

They are not legally obligated to sell it at that price. To understand why that is so, you need to understand contracts.

An advertised price -- by a business -- is nothing more than an invitation to have you submit an offer to them. You submitted an offer for a lower price. They decided not to accept your offer. Therefore, there is no contract. They can turn around and cancel your order or see if you'd like to pay the higher price.

All of that said, many businesses will honor the misquoted price. Understand, though, that they are not obligated to do it.

Hey I learned something today


~Steve
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[zj96sc]

Somewhere on their website or T&Cs when you submitted they probably have the standard "reserve right to refuse, reserve right to change prices without notice, no guaranteed inventory" etc.

[Crickett]

Well, it looks like they honored the price I ordered it at! I received their system email that my order shipped! It looks like they decided "well, crap, this guy noticed our mistake, but let's make sure it's fixed from here on out"!

[midlandtech]

Well, it looks like they honored the price I ordered it at! I received their system email that my order shipped! It looks like they decided "well, crap, this guy noticed our mistake, but let's make sure it's fixed from here on out"!

Woot!


~Steve
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[johnrando]

Good news. They seem to be good people over there.

[Hermes]

Cool, glad to hear that

[danewilson77]

I love it when the lil guy wins.

[Stu]

Ordered 4 new Potenza 760 Sports, 225/40/18 and 255/35/18 and Lemforder FCABs. Gonna install the FCABs as soon as they arrive, get my tires on, and get a much-needed alignment. I can't wait!

[az3579]

Today I got Wobbie sound tested.

Results:
Max 92dB @ around 5 feet

Max 88dB @ 50ft while accelerating, approx ~5-5.5k RPM at point of measure for (3) passes
Max 81dB @ 50ft while stationary, revving up to redline


Very happy with these numbers. That means the sound nazi's at Lime Rock should have nothing to biotch about. :)

[Smolck]

I had my DME reflashed and did an oil change and gave her a new air filter. Tomorrow she gets a new Alcantara wheel!

[Hornung418]

Good for you, BP!! I was hoping that would work in your favor :thumbup

[bullfrogs_M3]

.....long story short, body shops(multiple quotes) wanted over $600 to repair bumper. Decided to do it myself first for $75. Here is the first part of it, i'll do a writeup once i'm done with it.

The damage (NEVER NEVER USE BETALINK!!!!!!!! It WILL not come off period and when it does it WILL!!! pull the paint off!)
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/damage/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/damage2/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/damage3/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/damage4/web.jpg

Parts to fix the bumper (minus the black spray paint).
Sandpaper: 330, 800, 1500, 2000 grit
Primer
Clearcoat
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/tools/web.jpg

PREP (the top was fine and I just broke the paint line along the lines of the bumper and the trim. This way it should flow and if it doesn't I can blame it on the lines of the bumper)
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/prep1/web.jpg

SAND (sand it down aggressively with the 330 grit)
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/sand1/web.jpg

http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/sand2/web.jpg

PRIMER (two light coats of black primer allowing to dry tonight and will work on it tomorrow)
http://gallery.me.com/jeremiahconnelly/100066/primered/web.jpg

[danewilson77]

You're the bomb. Looking good so far.

I have already used Beta-Link. :(

[Mtnman]

Looks good so far. Make sure to hit that mesh insert with the black while u have it out!

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[Stu]

That looks excellent so far. My lower bumper is in unhappy shape. If yours works out well, I may be definitely doing what you have done :)

[LivesNearCostco]

Same tires I run on the street! Last night I Seafoamed the car. Will write up the related story and question in Maintenance.


Ordered 4 new Potenza 760 Sports, 225/40/18 and 255/35/18 and Lemforder FCABs. Gonna install the FCABs as soon as they arrive, get my tires on, and get a much-needed alignment. I can't wait!

[Smolck]

I installed my new Coby Wheel and Arm rest. This is what a ZHP should look like!

[bullfrogs_M3]

I installed my new Coby Wheel and Arm rest. This is what a ZHP should look like!

Absolutely DELICIOUS!!!! Do want this on my car right now!!!

Congrats

[Hermes]

I think I'm gonna have to order shift, e-brake boots and armrest now... unless I do the armrest delete. Agree 100%, that's how it should look. Looks great Smolck!

[danewilson77]

... unless I do the armrest delete.

Blasphemy! Sacrilege I say!

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[das boots]

I have already used Beta-Link. :(

Is Beta-Link some kind of double-backing sticky tape?

[danewilson77]

Is Beta-Link some kind of double-backing sticky tape?

No. It's more like JB weld. 2 parts.

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[das boots]

Someone's got to have a pic of what the product looks like or even a brand name.....JB Weld is a very strong adhesive product. And when it dries, it is rock solid. Would require a chisel to knock them out.

[danewilson77]

Someone's got to have a pic of what the product looks like or even a brand name.....JB Weld is a very strong adhesive product. And when it dries, it is rock solid. Would require a chisel to knock them out.

It's called beta link.

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[das boots]

Found it....Thanks.

http://msdssearch.dow.com/PublishedLiteratureDOWCOM/dh_02ed/0901b803802ed693.pdf?filepath=automotive/pdfs/noreg/299-51391.pdf&fromPage=GetDoc

Edit: Is this the adhesive that is to be used to install the M-Tech II CS Style Splitters from DTM-Spec.Net? And there are no other way,...then I am having second thoughts about the install.

[trancenation]

I installed my new Coby Wheel and Arm rest. This is what a ZHP should look like!
That armrest looks like a nice addition!

[Hermes]

Blasphemy! Sacrilege I say!

why? It looks hot as f*** (I just need to find some Titan Shadow Cube too)

http://www.exoticcarsite.com/pictures/Cars/bmw/m3_gtr_strasse/2002_bmw_m3_gtr_strass-6.jpg

[az3579]

Armrest is necessity!!!


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[Hermes]

Armrest is necessity!!!

You've been in Charlie's ///M, are you telling me the CSL console feels wrong? I use it but personally I can do without it. Like we always say, to each their own...

[danewilson77]

You've been in Charlie's ///M, are you telling me the CSL console feels wrong? I use it but personally I can do without it. Like we always say, to each their own...

When I went from zsp to zhp, I vowed to never own another car, without an armrest.

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[Hermes]

Does that mean I need to make a custom armrest for the 2002?

[danewilson77]

Does that mean I need to make a custom armrest for the 2002?

It means do what makes you happy.

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[Hermes]

It means do what makes you happy

hahahaha... cool. I don't know if I'll do the armrest delete but I've been debating it for a few months now and never made a decision. I actually have thought about fabricating an armrest for the 2002 in the low Z4 style since I'm gonna have E24 buckets in the back so it's gonna be a 4 seater anyways.

[az3579]

You've been in Charlie's ///M, are you telling me the CSL console feels wrong? I use it but personally I can do without it. Like we always say, to each their own...

I've been in Charlie's M, yes... But I daily drive my car. Lol
Armrest is necessity on long, lazy trips!


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[danewilson77]

Deleting in the zhp, and putting one in the 2002. You baffle me.

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[Whitexi]

I installed a nice new black leather gear selector nob to replace my temporarily plasti dipped wood one. Now my interior is for now complete with plasti dipped painted wood trim that has held up extremely well. As close to titan shadow as I could get.

[Hermes]

Yeah, I'm a little weird like that. Armrest delete in the E46 and what I'm thinking in the 2002 would actually be about the same height off the floor, basically I want it to be 2 flat things around the e-brake.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/P1000946.jpg

Something kinda like this:
http://www.bmwz4roadster.net/interiors_gr/LAT5_dreamred_oregon_BL.jpg

What the rear buckets look like installed
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_CjTG28_XFH0/TTSlFNjjCBI/AAAAAAAAAU8/FWWqHoLeujo/_DSC0043.JPG

I would actually build a whole console from dash to rear seat so it looks correct

[Smolck]

When I went from zsp to zhp, I vowed to never own another car, without an armrest.

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If you do a lot of tracking or auto-x you will wish the armrest wasn't there. It really gets in the way.

[Hermes]

If you do a lot of tracking or auto-x you will wish the armrest wasn't there. It really gets in the way.

The exact reason why I've been thinking about doing it

[Pip]

The pictures don't look great because they're from my phone. However I bought the license plate impact strip replacement and spray painted the lower grill black. Next up - a pillars.


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[Smolck]

Yep, my lower grill is getting painted black also. That looks so much better^^

Well done!

[Pip]

Thanks I definitely think it looks much better without the front plate. I'm going to see how long I can go before getting a ticket in CA. I'm working on making a tow hook license plate holder in the meantime.


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[az3579]

If you do a lot of tracking or auto-x you will wish the armrest wasn't there. It really gets in the way.

It swivels up, and does a good job of staying there even under hard stopping. lol
And I do a lot of both, so I would know. :)


Sean,
You can get a tow hook adapter from gominigo.com so you don't have to fabricate one yourself, if you so desire.

[das boots]

Here it goes again.....another project & $$$ to think about.....let's see....$55 for the holder, then the left off set bracket another $8...plus shipping.....whew!

[danewilson77]

Here it goes again.....another project & $$$ to think about.....let's see....$55 for the holder, then the left off set bracket another $8...plus shipping.....whew!

For what?

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[zj96sc]

I find myself driving with the armrest up a lot, especially since the SSK. I get a much more comfortable arm position for shifting with it up....but that's on the commute which makes for a lot of rowing. On trips its down and I'm on it.

I never thought I could live without one either - my E30 was my first car to not have one and took a lot of getting used to.

[carsontl]

i'm the opposite, i prefer it down and the little groove for the elbow is perfect for shifting

[Ryans323i]

I love my armrest. My car didn't come with one, so I added it. The armrest is a necessity for my gangster lean.

[Crickett]

Armrest delete . . . hmmm, may have to try driving around with it up for a bit.

Ordered the usual Beisan kit: seals, anti-rattle, vice covers. Wasn't planning on doing the anti-rattle, but thought it best to order the kit & check the play whilst doing the seals. If anyone's thinking of doing their seals & anti-rattle soon, I may have the rattle kit to sell you!

[cakM3]

I love my armrest. My car didn't come with one, so I added it. The armrest is a necessity for my gangster lean.

Ryan, I lol'd when I read this...:)

[Go Horns!]

Replaced the window regulators on both front doors. Going to get beer at half-time and drive with the windows down because I can.

[Crickett]

Fnally fixed my headunit's power/volume knob; one of the screws is MIA, so I just epoxied the thing in place. :guns2

[Pip]

Fixed my slouching a pillars. Looking at the phone pictures they don't look that bad but it was annoying. Even more annoying -- those 3 t20 screws holding the pillars in. The afyer pictures look ok, but in person they look great! I used 3M 77 and it has no discoloration. Thanks for the DIY DW.


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[danewilson77]

No worries. Glad it helped.

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[kayger12]

Looks great. I need to do this as well.

[danewilson77]

New pillars aren't that much though.

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[Pip]

New pillars aren't that much though.

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This is true and I now have a can of 3M 77. I'm sure I could find some other uses for it, but would've been nice to just find a friend with a can.

[danewilson77]

This is true and I now have a can of 3M 77. I'm sure I could find some other uses for it, but would've been nice to just find a friend with a can.

Def not slighting you at all for doing this. I did the same in my last BMW.

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[das boots]

No worries. Glad it helped.

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DW...do you have the DIY for the A Pillars?

[das boots]

Replaced the window regulators on both front doors. Going to get beer at half-time and drive with the windows down because I can.

What are the symptoms when the regulators are going bad????

[Go Horns!]

What are the symptoms when the regulators are going bad????

You will hear a clickty-clack when they go dow or go up. For example, U put my passenger window down and half-way down I heard a very distinct click half-way and I knew it had gone.

[das boots]

This can be done with DIY? Do you have a link?

[Go Horns!]

This can be done with DIY? Do you have a link?

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1388-BMW-E46-window-regulator-zip-tie-fix

All the steps you need to replace. Read all the way through, there extra tips from the family in it. If you know how to use a ratchet, you can do it.

[das boots]

Got it. Left some comments....