What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[llll1l1ll]

:shifty

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Funny/crayons.jpg

Hahahah yeah my car does sorta smell like crayons a little. Really only the trunk smells like crayons. The interior has a distinct, somewhat pleasant smell. I think the leather interiors smell more like crayons.

[M3TA5IN]

Renewed the registration

[az3579]

Vacuumed and dusted the interior. Lint-shaved the seats to remove "hairy" alcantara.


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[BurghJR]

The G.A.S kit is sweet! Quality parts and easy to install. My car runs perfect now. Hit me up if you have any questions on the install.

Bayerische-Motoren-Werke

The GAS kit came in on Monday and while removing the DISA I found I had rips in both upper and lower intake boots ARGH. Anyways I ordered new boots from ECS on Tuesday and they arrived Wednesday. Put everything back together last night...the only tricky part was getting the lower boot snug to the manifold with those damn clamps. Also cleaned out the ICV while I was in there.
My DISA is about 3 years old so everything worked and the housing itself was in good shape, but I was blown away with the quality of the machined parts in the GAS kit. This is how BMW should have built these units in the first place. The infamous 4k rpm stumble is now significantly reduced, idle is improved and she just runs smoother overall. I would recommend this kit to anyone strictly for the peace of mind.

[danewilson77]

The GAS kit came in on Monday and while removing the DISA I found I had rips in both upper and lower intake boots ARGH. Anyways I ordered new boots from ECS on Tuesday and they arrived Wednesday. Put everything back together last night...the only tricky part was getting the lower boot snug to the manifold with those damn clamps. Also cleaned out the ICV while I was in there.
My DISA is about 3 years old so everything worked and the housing itself was in good shape, but I was blown away with the quality of the machined parts in the GAS kit. This is how BMW should have built these units in the first place. The infamous 4k rpm stumble is now significantly reduced, idle is improved and she just runs smoother overall. I would recommend this kit to anyone strictly for the peace of mind.

No codes? I would be interested to know if...

1. You have any stored codes, and

2. If your SES light works.

[UdubBadger]

Pulling the brakes off to retry painting the calipers again.

[BurghJR]

No codes? I would be interested to know if...

1. You have any stored codes, and

2. If your SES light works.

Curious myself as well. I haven't had it plugged in at my indy shop in over a year now, but had the SES light come on briefly after I did my vanos seals so I know the light works. I didn't notice any loss of power or idle issues from the torn boots but I had been hearing a slight whistle sound recently. My ICV was actually pretty clean when I took it out. All seems well now!

[M0nk3y]

Got my track alignment today:

Front:
-2.3* at 0 toe

Rear:
-1.3* at 1/16 toe in

[az3579]

Swapped to the HP+ pads for tomorrow's track day. Going out to the same location as my how-to video to bed them in again. :)

[nike001]

Hit a freaking bunny on my way back home after my side job of cutting grass after my first job today. So freaking pissed. He shoved my foglight right though my bumper and broke it in two & broke the tabs off the fog itself too. I guess I'll be running one of my old ones until I can source a new one.

They were almost brand new too. Well, 4 months is still considered 'new' in terms of cars that are ~8yrs old right?

[UdubBadger]

:/

[M0nk3y]

Swapped to the HP+ pads for tomorrow's track day. Going out to the same location as my how-to video to bed them in again. :)

Let me know how they hold up.

I have HP+ pads sitting in my garage and throwing them on the car w/super blue fluid as my new DD pads (as well at auto-x and track). I could care less about the noise, that's why I'm just going to leave them on

[JupiterBMW]

Hit a freaking bunny on my way back home after my side job of cutting grass after my first job today. So freaking pissed.

YOU'RE pissed??? How do you think the bunny felt! :rofl


Anyway, I did some more surgery on my headlights today, as evident in my updated thread. :)

[Meric]

Can anyone confirm that cube trim has a little bit of gap between the top radio trim and passenger side trim? I've seen my friends silver trim it looks really good.

[johnrando]

Not sure how much of a gap you are talking about. I'll take a pic of mine tomorrow. Can you post a pic of what you were looking at?

[cakM3]

Can anyone confirm that cube trim has a little bit of gap between the top radio trim and passenger side trim? I've seen my friends silver trim it looks really good.

Meric, my silver cube trim has a small gap between the radio trim and passenger side trim. I will get a pic as soon as I get my ZHP back from the mechanic. :thumbsup


YOU'RE pissed??? How do you think the bunny felt! :rofl


Anyway, I did some more surgery on my headlights today, as evident in my updated thread. :)

Jon,

Looking forward to seeing your finished product! :thumbsup


Today I took my ZHP to the dealership to have my Insp II done. Should be perfect afterwards...:)

Edit: Managed to get through my Insp II this morning and the only additional maintenance I need to get done to the ZHP is to replace my OFHG......uggggggggghhhhh! Looks like I will be doing this diy sometime...;)

On the good side ... I got away with this inspection for under $300 :) :thumbsup

[Gordo_GT]

Cooling system overhaul and belt replacement coming soon. 4765

[JupiterBMW]

I finished my E90 projector bowl retrofit... Pretty happy. :) Thread is updated for details and pics. :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Congrats Jon! :thumbsup

Now you can see at night :)

[JupiterBMW]

Sort of... I only did 1 side... Still sourcing the parts for the passenger side, but yes, it will be exponentially better I hope.

[HokieZHP]

Can anyone confirm that cube trim has a little bit of gap between the top radio trim and passenger side trim? I've seen my friends silver trim it looks really good.

Like this? This is how my trim is normally but I have the bimmian mount under it.

4767

I can push it in a tiny but and the gap closes but as soon as I take pressure off, it goes back to the above picture.

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c894-dfe9-001b.jpg




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[johnrando]

Nice Chris, beat me to it.

[webster]

dropped off my Carbonschwarz M3 mirror to be repainted Silbergrau...

[cakM3]

Meric,

I have navigation in my ZHP with Silver Cube trim. Here's a closeup of my radio trim/passengers dash trim showing the gap I have...

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c995-077d-cc96.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-0791-6e7a.jpg

Guessing mine is a much tighter fit because I don't have the Bimmian mount in my dash.

[Meric]

Omg I have a huge gap then. I will put a picture of mine. How can I fix it? Just buy a new trim ?

[MrMaico]

Omg I have a huge gap then. I will put a picture of mine. How can I fix it? Just buy a new trim ?

There is some adjustment available in the mounting pins. They can slide from side to side a bit in their mounts on the back of the trim piece. That should be enough to get yours to line up.

[brettbimmer]

Renewed the registration

To the BMWCCA? :D

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[Meric]

http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/1559/img0086lz.jpg

http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/4656/img0087zd.jpg

Here's mine. :(

[nike001]

lol wtf who cares about the gap in your trim?

I bet my life that no one would ever look at your trim and say something about the "gap"

[Meric]

Man its annoying to see the plastic behind that trim and it doesnt line up with the airbag cover. 2 of my friends told me before about the gap -.- This is not an american car ..

[Newjack]

lol wtf who cares about the gap in your trim?

I bet my life that no one would ever look at your trim and say something about the "gap"

http://static1.fjcdn.com/thumbnails/comments/dat+sideboob+_71125d9b4710cdf5ed567d5a7143a79e.jpg

dat gap

[Johnmadd]

http://static1.fjcdn.com/thumbnails/comments/dat+sideboob+_71125d9b4710cdf5ed567d5a7143a79e.jpg

dat gap

Can't see pic bro.

[Newjack]

Can't see pic bro.

Just for you Johnmadd.

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/45065965/Random/gappp.png

[Johnmadd]

Is that Jamie Foxx? Another thing, how did you copy/paste the whole screenshot?

[Newjack]

Is that Jamie Foxx? Another thing, how did you copy/paste the whole screenshot?

The guys name I think is Rich Boy. I'm posting this link to prevent me from explaining it wrong. (http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/dat-ass)

I just took a screencap of the thread, uploaded it to drop box, copied the public link, pasted it for everyones viewing pleasure.

[Johnmadd]

The guys name I think is Rich Boy. I'm posting this link to prevent me from explaining it wrong. (http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/dat-ass)

I just took a screencap of the thread, uploaded it to drop box, copied the public link, pasted it for everyones viewing pleasure.

Ahhh, I see. Thanks.

[UdubBadger]

repainted the calipers today... pics tomorrow

[Alex]

I haven't done it yet, but I'm dangerously close to pulling the trigger on a TSE3 http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1923-corsa-twin-silencer-exhaust-system-e46-325i-330i.aspx since it's on sale.

Gentlemen... what should I do?

[danewilson77]

I haven't done it yet, but I'm dangerously close to pulling the trigger on a TSE3 http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1923-corsa-twin-silencer-exhaust-system-e46-325i-330i.aspx since it's on sale.

Gentlemen... what should I do?

Buy it.

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[terraphantm]

lol wtf who cares about the gap in your trim?

I bet my life that no one would ever look at your trim and say something about the "gap"

Haha admittedly mine bugged me on the ZHP. It was pretty easy to push back in though.

The less then perfect fitment above my radio tempts me to get rid of my carbon fiber trim in the M3 sometimes. Not sure what I'd replace it with though... Piano black maybe? It's surprisingly cheap

[UdubBadger]

Buy it.

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Just picked one up myself... Used though ;)


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[Alex]

Order placed, and some black kidneys as well. TSE3 here I come!

[az3579]

You are going to LOVE this exhaust. There's nothing like the joy of window-down full throttle acceleration with it.

[cakM3]

You are going to LOVE this exhaust. There's nothing like the joy of window-down full throttle acceleration with it.

That is... unless you happen to own an ///M3 ;)

[az3579]

That is... unless you happen to own an ///M3 ;)

Dat ///M.... :drool

But the TSE3 is louder. :biggrin

[UdubBadger]

You are going to LOVE this exhaust. There's nothing like the joy of window-down full throttle acceleration with it.

Or have headers


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[webster]

damn that is a good deal w/ free shipping. how much labor (how many hours) would a shop charge for a catback install?

[az3579]

Or have headers


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What do you mean?
Headers with the TSE3 is waaaaaaaaay too loud, IMO.

[Alex]

damn that is a good deal w/ free shipping. how much labor (how many hours) would a shop charge for a catback install?

Considering it shouldn't take someone at home with hand tools much more than an hour or 2 to install, probably not much. If you know someone with a garage, buy em' some beer and get in there yourself!

[UdubBadger]

What do you mean?
Headers with the TSE3 is waaaaaaaaay too loud, IMO.

I was kinda sayin one or the other - headers sound pretty sweet too, even on OEM exhaust.

I am getting bimmerbrake headers soon too so we will see how loud it gets.

[Pip]

Alignment :) and safety inspection which found serpentine belt was cracking. Quoted ~$150... No thanks when the belt costs something like $30 shipped.

The car feels great now- had a bit too much negative camber and negative caster.


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[danewilson77]

Alignment :) and safety inspection which found serpentine belt was cracking. Quoted ~$150... No thanks when the belt costs something like $30 shipped.

The car feels great now- had a bit too much negative camber and negative caster.


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Lmao

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[JupiterBMW]

Well, I updated my nav to V32 last night, much thanks to johnrando for the disc loan... But, its still confused/backwards, so today I swung by my local dealer to get it figured out. No such luck in a few minutes of poking around by the service manager, so I set an appointment for updates and a diagnostic on Monday. Will be interesting to see what sort of other changes the car takes on.

[johnrando]

Well, I updated my nav to V32 last night, much thanks to johnrando for the disc loan... But, its still confused/backwards, so today I swung by my local dealer to get it figured out. No such luck in a few minutes of poking around by the service manager, so I set an appointment for updates and a diagnostic on Monday. Will be interesting to see what sort of other changes the car takes on.

You're welcome. Oh man, was hoping that did the trick. Hope they find the issue. BTW, just checking, you have the correct map in place, right? You never know, maybe a West map is in and you're East?

@Alex, I love my UUC TSE3. My wife and kids (opinion on the TSE3), not so much. lol

[M0nk3y]

Dat ///M.... :drool

But the TSE3 is louder. :biggrin

You're just jealous you can't achieve a chainsaw sound.

[zhp43867]

repainted the calipers today... pics tomorrow

Pics now! Also please let us know which kit you used and if you liked it; my calipers don't look so hot.

[az3579]

You're just jealous you can't achieve a chainsaw sound.

I really don't want my car to sound like a chainsaw to be honest. It's already a little too obnoxious to my neighbors.


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[M0nk3y]

I really don't want my car to sound like a chainsaw to be honest. It's already a little too obnoxious to my neighbors.


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Then a ///M isn't for you ;)

The stock exhaust covers most of it, but it is a raspy engine and at high RPM the chainsaw is unleashed.

[cakM3]

You're just jealous you can't achieve a chainsaw sound.

:)


I really don't want my car to sound like a chainsaw to be honest. It's already a little too obnoxious to my neighbors.


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BP, that's not what you were saying when you were driving my ///M on the Jersey Turnpike :)


Then a ///M isn't for you ;)

The stock exhaust covers most of it, but it is a raspy engine and at high RPM the chainsaw is unleashed.

+1


Detailed my ZHP today...man! was it work for me today...:)

[terraphantm]

Recharged my AC today - works a lot better now. I am wondering if I have a leak somewhere... I guess I should have bought the refrigerant with the UV dye.


Then a ///M isn't for you ;)

The stock exhaust covers most of it, but it is a raspy engine and at high RPM the chainsaw is unleashed.

To be fair, they engineered much of the rasp out of the MZ4. The M3 has a lot more in comparison. It sounds great from the cabin, but from the outside it sounds like something is broke.

[UdubBadger]

Pics now! Also please let us know which kit you used and if you liked it; my calipers don't look so hot.

Not on car yet (gonna wait another 12 hr to cure since its been so humid) but here ya go.

4776

Rust-oleum High Performance enamel. 4 coats of "Safety Blue"



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[az3579]

:)



BP, that's not what you were saying when you were driving my ///M on the Jersey Turnpike :)



The M sounds awesome and is nothing like a chainsaw, IMO.




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[danewilson77]

Not on car yet (gonna wait another 12 hr to cure since its been so humid) but here ya go.

4776

Rust-oleum High Performance enamel. 4 coats of "Safety Blue"



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Gonna look great bro.

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[cakM3]

The M sounds awesome and is nothing like a chainsaw, IMO.




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Okay BP....just checking :)

[M0nk3y]

To be fair, they engineered much of the rasp out of the MZ4. The M3 has a lot more in comparison. It sounds great from the cabin, but from the outside it sounds like something is broke.

It's still there when you're at high RPM. But I agree with that. The OEM X-Pipe does help

[terraphantm]

Is the mz4 xpipe resonated? I want to reduce my rasp, and was thinking of getting the super sprint resonated xpipe... But it's expensive. Or if I could tweak the rasp so that it sounds more like that typical v12 rasp, I'd do that. I've heard putting in racing cats (or deleting them altogether) helps refine the tone a lot on euro cars (which mine basically is at this point)

[UdubBadger]

Gonna look great bro.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

thanks bud, I'll snap a pic tomorrow of them on the car behind the rims.

[static667]

Since the July 4th will be the only day I have off for a while, its maintenance day. I'm going to change the oil, replace the faulty oil level sensor, change my spark plugs, replace my FSR, and change the fuel filter. Its gonna be a sweat-a-thon in my driveway!

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[Ryans323i]

Seth those calipers are going to look great.

Kyle, be safe with your maintenance! Drive lots of hydrating fluids. And don't forget to check in every now and again, when you're not so busy!

[cakM3]

Yeah Kyle, as Ryan mentioned... keep yourself well hydrated when you do your maintenance. :thumbsup

Seth, your calipers look boss! Can't wait so see pics of them installed :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

Well no finished pix, my front right brake line got stripped somehow so I have to go pick up a new one tomorrow.

4780


I always have the worst luck when I do my own stuff... Now you all know why I don't want to do my own vanos


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[Ryans323i]

Yeah, I'd pay someone if I were you.:) They look good though!

[nike001]

It's a work in progress4781


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[M0nk3y]

Is the mz4 xpipe resonated? I want to reduce my rasp, and was thinking of getting the super sprint resonated xpipe... But it's expensive. Or if I could tweak the rasp so that it sounds more like that typical v12 rasp, I'd do that. I've heard putting in racing cats (or deleting them altogether) helps refine the tone a lot on euro cars (which mine basically is at this point)

Yes...our second resonator is in the x-pipe

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[UdubBadger]

Yeah, I'd pay someone if I were you.:) They look good though!

Tbh I wanted to change to stainless steel lines anyway but wish it wasn't during the hottest week of summer and the night before my wedding anniversary. I have about 90 of free time tomorrow.

Vanos is definitely getting done by iND


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[nike001]

Tbh I wanted to change to stainless steel lines anyway but wish it wasn't during the hottest week of summer and the night before my wedding anniversary. I have about 90 of free time tomorrow.

Vanos is definitely getting done by iND


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VANOS is a walk in the park. Terra and I did it once about a year ago.. and then two more times (on my car) about 2 months ago lol

[UdubBadger]

Jeeze.

I would do it if Ryan was here to help me but he keeps telling me he's too busy to come and drink beer... I mean work on the Vanos.

[ryankokesh]

Sorry, been super busy...getting married in less than a month! I actually will help you sometime though, lol.

[JupiterBMW]

Udub- I will definitely come help drink beer, I mean, uh... Do Vanos...

Ryan- Congrats on the wedding man, I know that last month can be insanely hectic. I will say this. The best advice I got right before my own wedding. At a few times throughout the night, stop, take a moment and just 'take it all in'. You spend months (or years) planning, and the night goes by SO fast. So just take a few minutes and enjoy the night. Don't get too wrapped up in the details. Its your night! Oh, and congrats again... /end homo :biggrin

[az3579]

Track pads (Hawk HP+) swapped out for OEM pads. The screeching is driving me insane.
They'll get swapped back in October for the final track day of the year...

[BCS_ZHP]

Digressing for Ryan's benefit, best advise I got prior to marriage was from an older family friend. So since I'm now old, passing along his sage advice -- he said just remember to be UP! SHUT UP as your wife and her mother plan THEIR wedding, they'll ask your opinion on things but they're not really paying attention to your answer as you're just a required prop for THEIR event. SHOW UP on your wedding day, preferrably sober but showing UP for the event is most important. And afterwards, PAY UP cause you'll exceed the best planned budget.

Congrats and enjoy.

[UdubBadger]

^fwiw I planned my entire wedding by myself without my wife's help (for most of it anyway). I'd do all the leg work and then give her a peek at what I planned and if she didn't like it shed say so. She liked most of it though. She was too busy working 70 hr weeks to do most of it.


Ry you know I'm pickin' on you for fun I know you've been busy. Let me know if you can find some time to swing by.


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[Meric]

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2363/img0107ic.jpg

When human beings cant just sit like a normal F'!^+^n person... How do i fix it?

[az3579]

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2363/img0107ic.jpg

When human beings cant just sit like a normal F'!^+^n person... How do i fix it?


Replacing the trim is the only way to fix that.

[cakM3]

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2363/img0107ic.jpg

When human beings cant just sit like a normal F'!^+^n person... How do i fix it?

Meric,

Like BP said, in this case the only thing you can do is to get a new trim piece....sorry to see that happen.

[Meric]

God damned.. How much is it for a new one?

[az3579]

God damned.. How much is it for a new one?

Somewhere between $60-100.


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[Meric]

Really? Thats not bad at all. I'll get a new one tomorrow.

[az3579]

Prices fluctuate, but should be in that range. ECS is selling a brand new set for around $500's!


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[cakM3]

God damned.. How much is it for a new one?

Meric,

iirc, I paid close to $90 for that exact piece. I replaced every trim piece in my ZHP with brand new fresh silver cube because it was just something that was nagging on me...

When I initially priced these trim pieces, they were somewhere in the range of the lower $80's. By the time I got around to getting the new door trims, the pricing creeped up into the $90's so I went ahead and ordered the remaining door trim pieces before they ended up in the $100 price range.....they were already expensive enough....

If you are going to get individual pieces, and you want new, then it is best to get them from the dealership. If you intend to replace the whole set and want to save some cash then, as BP suggested, ECS Tuning has a set in the $500 range which is cheaper than getting the whole set from the dealership.....:)

Whoever did that to your trim piece, I would show them the receipt for the new one and make a point about being respectful of other people's car....but that's just me....if they can't respect your car then they don't need to ride with you....that's just my two cents worth....I have an acquaintence here at work who was like that. Didn't show respect whenever he got a ride in my ZHP.....he no longer rides in it. First time I figured he was not aware of what I expected so I explained to him what was expected (pre-flight briefing)....second time - game over...

[danewilson77]

Put helper springs back into KW V1 fronts. Removed all wheels, cleaned barrels, and wheel wells to new.

[ryankokesh]

:like

[zhp43867]

Put helper springs back into KW V1 fronts. Removed all wheels, cleaned barrels, and wheel wells to new.

Nice! Could you explain what the difference is in look or ride quality with and without the helper springs? IIRC people take them out to go lower? I know very little about any coilovers besides TCKs. :rofl

[BimmerWill]

The only problem i see with removing the helper springs is not having enough clearance between fender and tire/wheel depending on your set up. That and you might not have enough clearance from the ground in order to make it over slight bumps in the road. As far as ride quality I don't believe it would affect it too much considering the springs are compressed completely as soon as any weight is put on them but it might be needed to ensure the main coil stays seated properly when going over sudden bumps. Just my thoughts I could be completely wrong though.

Love your sig quote btw ;) good thing to live by

[danewilson77]

Clearance was great. The only difference is you are changing the overall springrate of the setup.

With helper spring, my coilovers is adjusted at its lowest setting. Without the helper, my coilovers was adjusted about mid position.

That actually what will determine clearance and ride height.

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[johnrando]

Udub- I will definitely come help drink beer, I mean, uh... Do Vanos...

Ryan- Congrats on the wedding man, I know that last month can be insanely hectic. I will say this. The best advice I got right before my own wedding. At a few times throughout the night, stop, take a moment and just 'take it all in'. You spend months (or years) planning, and the night goes by SO fast. So just take a few minutes and enjoy the night. Don't get too wrapped up in the details. Its your night! Oh, and congrats again... /end homo :biggrin

+1. And EAT. You're so busy having fun and socializing that you can forget to sit down and eat something, lol.

Oh, should stay on topic, bought a tonneau cover for my car for when the top is down. Figure to have a little interior protection when the top is down, but yet save wear/tear on the top always opening/closing.

[JupiterBMW]

Oh, should stay on topic, bought a tonneau cover for my car for when the top is down. Figure to have a little interior protection when the top is down, but yet save wear/tear on the top always opening/closing.

Hmm, is this one of those things that covers the other 3 seats or something that covers the top when it is down? I'm not too up to speed on verts, but definitely post some pics. Would be interesting to see. my brother has an S2000 and the top looks pretty crap when its down and folded. No engineering into making it fold down and out of sight...


As for me, the car is at the local dealer today getting a diagnostic done. Trying to figure out why the Nav is 'backwards' and they're also doing a PPI of sorts to let me know what the car needs. Speaking of, I'm a little miffed at the dealer.

When I came in a couple days ago to discuss and schedule the appointment, the service guy I spoke with said no biggie, they'd get me a courtesy car, etc etc. Well, this is the same dealer we bought our 2012 X3 at... Of course, when they scheduled me, they apparently weren't paying attention and scheduled the X3 to come in. I arrive in the ZHP, and see a nice red X3 courtesy waiting. I assume its my vehicle. I get in the office, sit down, go through everything, sign all the papers etc... Then I go to the guy with the courtesy cars, and he sets me up with a newer Altima (ironic because I just sold my Altima of almost the same color... but these newer ones are soooo garbage!)... Well, apparently, they tell me there are no courtesy cars available, even though the X3 is sitting there still when I leave (nobody else in service dept.). So, I take the Altima, whatever...

What are your experiences when you go for service? It was clear that they 'changed their mind' when I brought in a lowly E46... I was a little perturbed that they didn't even admit and just say that "hey, we give you equivalent to what you bring in, sorry, you're not taking the X3"... That would've been better than trying to cover up and BS me about not having courtesy cars...

I'm tempted to say something about it when I get back... If that X3 is still sitting there, I most likely will... Or am I being snooty? :biggrin

[johnrando]

Yes that is, but this is one that covers all 4 seats... just a substitute for putting the top up. My Triumph has one that covers the others seats and you can drive with it on. I'll post a pic, it's nothing fancy. BMW did do a GREAT job of making the top disappear when it's down.

AFA the loaner, probably a little snooty. I know my local dealer will give you whatever they have, it's rarely a like-for-like. You can request one when you make your appt, but if it hasn't been arranged fully ahead of time, they can run out of loaners or things happen. Even after that, it's kind of first come, first served. I've had them apologize and say, "all we have are manual mini-cooper S's, is that OK?" To which I respond, "hell yeah!". :biggrin

[terraphantm]

Loaners... when I was under 21, they told me that their insurance doesn't allow them to give it to anyone under 21. Now that I'm 21, they're saying that you have to be 25

I got them to give me one anyway (I'm on good terms with my SA, and I think he felt bad because what should've been a couple hours and $150 ended up being the entire long weekend and about $700...), but yeah, I don't know what'll happen next time (I do generally avoid going to the dealership for anything that doesn't require specialized tools)

[nike001]

^you in town? What's broke now? lol


Also, my contribution is that I finally got around to doing the leatherique treatment. I'm not really liking the whole clean-up stage.. because the rejuvenator is so sticky, but I got most of it. The worst part is, is that my car smells like leatherique now. Which coincidentally smells a bit like B-O

[JupiterBMW]

John- I guess I should've clarified... It wasn't so much that they gave me something other than a BMW, I'm not that type... I guess it was that I was BS'ed and told they didn't have anything else, when the X3 was sitting there waiting for me. And like I said, they thought we were bringing the X3 in... Clearly they do a like swap, but when they didn't see me bringing in the X3, they changed their mind. I just didn't appreciate the line of bull...

Anyway its all good. I just got a call about the car and the things it needs. As for the Nav, looks like the antenna shorted somewhere as they found it bare of all insulation... They quoted me $900 for the antenna... I'll be scouring eBay and online... :shifty They also noted the aftermarket FCABs, said it might need a DISA (some rattle at idle) and that the front brakes and tires were both coming due for replacement.

[az3579]

Loaners... when I was under 21, they told me that their insurance doesn't allow them to give it to anyone under 21. Now that I'm 21, they're saying that you have to be 25

I got them to give me one anyway (I'm on good terms with my SA, and I think he felt bad because what should've been a couple hours and $150 ended up being the entire long weekend and about $700...), but yeah, I don't know what'll happen next time (I do generally avoid going to the dealership for anything that doesn't require specialized tools)

Yeah, I got that speech once too. Kinda of tired of stupid insurance regulations. I'm sick of getting raped in insurance costs for having a certain kind of genitalia. I don't understand why this can't be classified as discrimination.

[ryankokesh]

^fwiw I planned my entire wedding by myself without my wife's help (for most of it anyway). I'd do all the leg work and then give her a peek at what I planned and if she didn't like it shed say so. She liked most of it though. She was too busy working 70 hr weeks to do most of it.


Ry you know I'm pickin' on you for fun I know you've been busy. Let me know if you can find some time to swing by.


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Haha, thanks for all the advice, guys. We're both planning stuff, along with help from parents. Somehow it's still nuts! No idea how you possibly did that alone, Seth.

I'll definitely let you know if I get some time though. I'm used to your shenanigans, but I still feel bad I haven't been able to help ya out yet! I'm guessing you may not want to wait until August, but I should have plenty of time by then.

[Johal E32]

^you in town? What's broke now? lol


Also, my contribution is that I finally got around to doing the leatherique treatment. I'm not really liking the whole clean-up stage.. because the rejuvenator is so sticky, but I got most of it. The worst part is, is that my car smells like leatherique now. Which coincidentally smells a bit like B-O

I still need to use Leatherique.. Many say its great. My cousin says it overpriced garbage.. Personally, I use Lexol every few months and my black interior looks like new, minus the wear on the driver seat bolster.

He said he would give all of his leatherique stuff lol, so I will give it ahot and see how it is myself.

[nike001]

I still need to use Leatherique.. Many say its great. My cousin says it overpriced garbage.. Personally, I use Lexol every few months and my black interior looks like new, minus the wear on the driver seat bolster.

He said he would give all of his leatherique stuff lol, so I will give it ahot and see how it is myself.

He must not be using it right. I'm astonished at how my seats turned out.. and my seats looked perfectly fine anyways. It took all of the grease out and made the leather nice and matte and from all the new cars I see at work, aside from some wrinkles on my seat.. they look brand freakin new.

[M0nk3y]

Swapped to the HP+ pads for tomorrow's track day. Going out to the same location as my how-to video to bed them in again. :)

How'd your track day go?

Pads hold up ok?

[webster]

found a long vertical scratch along the driver side body today. PISSED. i have no idea how it happened, but it's new. hopefully the quixx i got will help get rid of it.

also, we've been getting rain and i just wanted to get some bird shit off my car so i took it thru a touchless quik wash. damn thing left a bunch of "clear coat" residue or whatever all over the car. shit...i got the cheapest wash, i really just wanted a rinse and dry. f'ing A. i hadn't done a drive thru wash in months...now i remember why.

only positive was i did get my new Gold DISA in the mail. looks sweet, can't wait to get it in.

[M3TA5IN]

Put on the BMW PE shift knob I got from hokie

[Johal E32]

He must not be using it right. I'm astonished at how my seats turned out.. and my seats looked perfectly fine anyways. It took all of the grease out and made the leather nice and matte and from all the new cars I see at work, aside from some wrinkles on my seat.. they look brand freakin new.


Maybe.. I know he left the car out in the sun to let the product "bake on" as the directions say. IMO, his seats are nice but do have some shine to them..

I honestly don't know what went wrong.

Could you please post up some more after pictures? I think I'm curious to try it on my black interior E46. My seats look nice and matte (the way I like it) but the car is due for it's 6 month seat clean

[Meric]

Meric,

When I initially priced these trim pieces, they were somewhere in the range of the lower $80's. By the time I got around to getting the new door trims, the
Whoever did that to your trim piece, I would show them the receipt for the new one and make a point about being respectful of other people's car....but that's just me....if they can't respect your car then they don't need to ride with you....that's just my two cents worth....I have an acquaintence here at work who was like that. Didn't show respect whenever he got a ride in my ZHP.....he no longer rides in it. First time I figured he was not aware of what I expected so I explained to him what was expected (pre-flight briefing)....second time - game over...

Thanks Charlie :) I might take a look at the individual trim set.

[KevinC]

Dr Vanos rebuild arrived today...
http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-2JVcrtJ/1/X2/IMG3317-X2.jpg

And DISA Gold arrived the other day...
http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-JxDVBbW/0/X2/IMG3314-X2.jpg

New C-pillars arrived last week. If I can just get the knucklers at RM European to send me the right rear Sachs shocks (they sent standard suspension ones rather than the proper ZHP sku), I can get the beast back in the shop shortly for another round of long-term maintenance.

[Crestwood1001]

^Im regretting not doing the vanos rebuild when I did my vcg a few weeks back, don't really wanna go back in there unless I have to. I have no issues with my vanos but I had a little bit of burned oil on top of the vanos which iv been told indicates it's getting a little to hot an that could be the seals going out. Prob no biggie but iv been beating myself up for not doing it

[KevinC]

My car is at 53k miles and is running like crap from just under 3k on up, if you goose it. Gradual acceleration is fine. Classic symptoms of either Vanos issues, DISA, possible leaky intake boot(s), or some combination of all 3. I'm not taking any chances - I have the cash at the moment to take care of this stuff, so I'm going balls-deep with my investments in the car's future. I've already done A-pillars, new Pilot Super Sports, Inspection II, new ZHP shift knob, "new" Ebay mirror w/Homelink (and had the day/night function rebuilt), cocomats, full detail with paint correction, yada yada yada. No car payment makes it fairly easy to "invest". I love this motherjumper and I'm going to get her into tip-top shape then take excellent care of her and hang on for a LONG time.

[Crestwood1001]

^Speaking of, iv heard "coco mats" come up a few times, finally looked them up, interesting. Are they worth the money? Benefits?

[Meric]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2004-BMW-330-Ci-4-DOOR-DRIVERS-HEADLIGHT-ASSEMBLY-WITH-SIGNAL-LAMP-E46-02-05-/221058774780?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item33782136fc&vxp=mtr#ht_738wt_1185

For someone who's looking for it this is a steal. :)

[az3579]

How'd your track day go?

Pads hold up ok?

It was a fantastic day. Lime Rock is not a braking-intensive track, but the pads held up just fine despite the very hot ambient temperatures (around 90 most of the day).

The pads did great at Watkins Glen as well, a much more braking intensive course. I didn't experience any brake fade there, either.


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[zhp43867]

^ You're gonna love the rebuilt vanos! I have two ZHPs, one with a rebuilt vanos and one without, and below 3.5k, the one without the rebuild feels like a slug since I installed the Dr. Vanos on my coupe!

BimmerWill: Thanks! Every time I give the quote a test and buy something cheap I have to pay for whatever it was twice!

Question: How much interest is there for a DIY on how to make the center armrest stop squeaking/creaking/being obnoxious?

[Sockethead]

And DISA Gold arrived the other day...
http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-JxDVBbW/0/X2/IMG3314-X2.jpg


Now I see why they call it the gold valve... the flap in the kit is black...


^Im regretting not doing the vanos rebuild when I did my vcg a few weeks back, don't really wanna go back in there unless I have to. I have no issues with my vanos but I had a little bit of burned oil on top of the vanos which iv been told indicates it's getting a little to hot an that could be the seals going out. Prob no biggie but iv been beating myself up for not doing it

Evey engine I've had the valve cover off has had that oil on top of it, I wouldn't worry about that.
If you get the Dr Vanos kit, It won't take that long... just go for it. At least the valve cover will come off easily

[KevinC]

^Speaking of, iv heard "coco mats" come up a few times, finally looked them up, interesting. Are they worth the money? Benefits?

They are the shiznit! Benefits: weigh almost 7 lbs due to very heavy rubber nibbed backing, and without anchors of any kind, do NOT move at ALL. They are super-easy to clean and rarely show dirt anyways. Just pull out and shake. Done. Lastly, the quality is superb and they look fantastic. I've had them in 4 cars now, wouldn't own a car without ordering a set. Pics do them no justice. See available colors and patters (there are many) at cocomats.com.

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-p3m4FR5/0/X2/DSC0010-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-B74z636/0/X2/DSC0012-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-PJDZJkc/0/X2/IMG0831-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-Vv74stW/0/X2/IMG0833-X2.jpg

[webster]

Now I see why they call it the gold valve... the flap in the kit is black...



i got my "gold" disa yesterday and the flap is black. it's anodized metal i'm pretty sure but it's not gold...

[danewilson77]

They are the shiznit! Benefits: weigh almost 7 lbs due to very heavy rubber nibbed backing, and without anchors of any kind, do NOT move at ALL. They are super-easy to clean and rarely show dirt anyways. Just pull out and shake. Done. Lastly, the quality is superb and they look fantastic. I've had them in 4 cars now, wouldn't own a car without ordering a set. Pics do them no justice. See available colors and patters (there are many) at cocomats.com.

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-p3m4FR5/0/X2/DSC0010-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-B74z636/0/X2/DSC0012-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-PJDZJkc/0/X2/IMG0831-X2.jpg

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-330Ci/i-Vv74stW/0/X2/IMG0833-X2.jpg

All 4 mats weigh 28lbs? Car go moar slower. :shifty

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[Ryans323i]

All 4 mats weigh 28lbs? Car go moar slower. :shifty

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

You lost 50lbs. Car go moar faster? :shifty


;)

[johnrando]

My car is at 53k miles and is running like crap from just under 3k on up, if you goose it. Gradual acceleration is fine. Classic symptoms of either Vanos issues, DISA, possible leaky intake boot(s), or some combination of all 3. I'm not taking any chances - I have the cash at the moment to take care of this stuff, so I'm going balls-deep with my investments in the car's future. I've already done A-pillars, new Pilot Super Sports, Inspection II, new ZHP shift knob, "new" Ebay mirror w/Homelink (and had the day/night function rebuilt), cocomats, full detail with paint correction, yada yada yada. No car payment makes it fairly easy to "invest". I love this motherjumper and I'm going to get her into tip-top shape then take excellent care of her and hang on for a LONG time.

Nice list Kevin. Let us know the results.

[danewilson77]

You lost 50lbs. Car go moar faster? :shifty


;)

True dat :rofl

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[Sockethead]

You lost 50lbs. Car go moar faster? :shifty


;)

hahah! :rofl

[Meric]

Dane did you get my PM brotha? :)

[JupiterBMW]

In the process of reworking my E90 headlight retrofit... Mucho thanks to Charlie for the FaceTime, your help is always appreciated.

Anyway, we'll see how the adjustment works out!

[danewilson77]

Dane did you get my PM brotha? :)

Yup. I thought I had responded. Guess not. Thanks for the heads up.

[SoCalZman]

my ECS Tuning (german sourced) clear light kid will be here thursday. excited!

[Junior2552]

Full detail today, 7000 polish, paint sealant, anddd waxed her up. Then I left it in the garage as it continued to piss down rain here in Cleveland. So, I decided to black out the grilles with the extra Duplicolor gloss I had left over from the E36, and now it's drying. Is there anything as pretty as a ZHP all shined up under the fluorescent garage lights?

Time to take out the half-painted E30. Who wants to help put in the M50 this weekend..

[cakM3]

In the process of reworking my E90 headlight retrofit... Mucho thanks to Charlie for the FaceTime, your help is always appreciated.

Anyway, we'll see how the adjustment works out!

Glad to help Jon :thumbsup I thought that was a great idea!

[M0nk3y]

Installing my vorshlag wheel studs and 5mm spacers

http://img.tapatalk.com/aefcd219-89e3-b70f.jpg

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[KevinC]

All 4 mats weigh 28lbs? Car go moar slower. :shifty

I can only drive one car at a time, so that's 14 lbs max. I'm not going to sweat that in a street car that is my "comfort" daily anyways.

Here's the low-down and pics of the various colors and patterns available... anyone thinking of buying these, DO buy the originals from cocomats.com. Lots of crappy imitations out there nowadays.

http://www.cocomats.com/style.htm

[Crestwood1001]

Iv always found the difference in spacers you guys use interesting. When I had my jeep I (and most others with lifts and lots of mods) used 1.5 INCH spacers. It's funny the difference between the two worlds of modified vehicles, to me 5mm sounds so tiny haha

[M0nk3y]

Iv always found the difference in spacers you guys use interesting. When I had my jeep I (and most others with lifts and lots of mods) used 1.5 INCH spacers. It's funny the difference between the two worlds of modified vehicles, to me 5mm sounds so tiny haha

I see your point, but there is no need (and no space) to add any bigger spacers.

I am running 5mm all around because:

1: I rub in the rear (inside fender wall) with my track tires. My OEM tires are 10.2" wide, my track tires at 10.6" wide (with a square shoulder).

2: I added a lot of camber in the front (went from around -1.5 to -2.3). This camber can cause rub on my inner strut...this will make sure I don't rub.

If I add any bigger spacers in the rear, I'll rub on the outside fender wall.

[Meric]

Sea Foam'ed the engine.. My god! What a difference in idle - sound - responsiveness and power.. It's not day and night change but you can definantly sense the change.. Not much smoke came out i guess it means its clean? I recommend everyone to do this :)

[UdubBadger]

So more potential issues again... This is a never ending battle.

So I had a stripped brake line after pulling the calipers off this past time. Got some new SS ones and swapped out the fronts. Also changed out the brake wear sensors.

The front lines didn't screw in as much as I thought they would but they are tight and I bled everything without issues.

So I get in today and pull the car out and the red "brake" and the DSC lights both go on.

What's the deal here? Is that from the sensors or is something else wrong?



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[UdubBadger]

Fixed it... Low brake fluid level. Forgot to replenish after bleeding


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[UdubBadger]

Here ya go guys. I'm much happier with the color. They pretty much match the BMW roundel now.

4831
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[Ryans323i]

Looks good Seth.

[JupiterBMW]

Oh wow looks gorgeous... What wheels are those? Size and offset? Tire size??

As for me, washed the X3 this morning. Nothing sexier than a freshly washed alpine white. :)

[danewilson77]

Looks great, but they're not even close to roundel color.

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[UdubBadger]

thanks guys

Jon they are just VMR VB3's (now called V703) powdercoated textured anthracite.

Specs are: 18x8.5 front ET40, 18x9.5 rear ET45, 5mm spacer on front. Tires are Conti DW summers in 235/40/18 fronts and 265/35/18 rears

[cakM3]

Got my steering wheel wrapped...now no more scratches :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce1d-050a.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce28-d52b.jpg

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[Jorge86]

I washed,clayed,polish by hand and wax by hand. Vacuumed the inside and Washed the floor mats. Detailed the inside and everything. Took me a long time but it was worth it.

[Ryans323i]

^^Bet it looks great!


Got my steering wheel wrapped...now no more scratches :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce1d-050a.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce28-d52b.jpg

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Really like the wrap Charlie. :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan! I had a good friend do this for me today when I picked up a spare ///M3 bootlid :)

[Ryans323i]

Spare bootlid?

[cakM3]

yep! ;)

[JupiterBMW]

thanks guys

Jon they are just VMR VB3's (now called V703) powdercoated textured anthracite.

Specs are: 18x8.5 front ET40, 18x9.5 rear ET45, 5mm spacer on front. Tires are Conti DW summers in 235/40/18 fronts and 265/35/18 rears

Wonderful, thanks! Those are the same wheels I decided on. I was planning on running the 18x8.5" ET40 all the way around, for a nice square setup. Do you have pics of the wheels down the side so that you can see how they sit in terms of depth in the wheel well? I am also going to run 245/40s... But your setup looks great!


Got my steering wheel wrapped...now no more scratches :)

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Charlie, I assume that is an OEM M3 dead pedal? Its the exact replica of the M dead pedal in our X3. Its what I want! :biggrin

[cakM3]

...Charlie, I assume that is an OEM M3 dead pedal? Its the exact replica of the M dead pedal in our X3. Its what I want! :biggrin

Yes, purchased from ECS Tuning. It is an M3 dead pedal, not replica...;)

[danewilson77]

Got my steering wheel wrapped...now no more scratches :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce1d-050a.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-ce28-d52b.jpg

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That's a great pic of how those springs work. Looks good Charlie.

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[cakM3]

Nice Dane, and thanks! I didn't realize that this was an excellent pic showing the retaining springs....yeah, I showed BP just how easy it was to pop out the airbag from the steering wheel :) It was an awesome day! Hope you and everyone else in the "Mafia" had an awesome day :thumbsup

[KevinC]

Parked the ZHP today but had the M Coupe out for a cruise, when I came up all 4's, apparently in celebration of July 4th. ;)

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-SB5g2Ls/0/L/IMG3358-L.jpg (http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/23913646_h6n5kJ#!i=1945693712&k=SB5g2Ls&lb=1&s=A)

[UdubBadger]

Wonderful, thanks! Those are the same wheels I decided on. I was planning on running the 18x8.5" ET40 all the way around, for a nice square setup. Do you have pics of the wheels down the side so that you can see how they sit in terms of depth in the wheel well? I am also going to run 245/40s... But your setup looks great!



I'll snap some




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[llll1l1ll]

I changed my oil using the Motive Power Extractor. Worked like a charm!

On the bad side, it's time to order a new bleeder screw. Mine is leaking.

[danewilson77]

I changed my oil using the Motive Power Extractor. Worked like a charm!

On the bad side, it's time to order a new bleeder screw. Mine is leaking.

From expansion tank.

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[llll1l1ll]

It looks like the leak is coming from the screw, though. You can see the lines of coolant coming from the screw and pooling on the top of the expansion tank.

Unless you meant something else?

[Ryans323i]

Parked the ZHP today but had the M Coupe out for a cruise, when I came up all 4's, apparently in celebration of July 4th. ;)

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/i-SB5g2Ls/0/L/IMG3358-L.jpg (http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/BMW-Z4-M-Coupe/23913646_h6n5kJ#!i=1945693712&k=SB5g2Ls&lb=1&s=A)

Pretty cool!

[MrMaico]

My car is at 53k miles and is running like crap from just under 3k on up, if you goose it. Gradual acceleration is fine. Classic symptoms of either Vanos issues, DISA, possible leaky intake boot(s), or some combination of all 3.

When you say "from just under 3k on up" do you mean all the way to redline or does it clear up just after 3k? If so you may just need a software update to the latest version. Pretty common issue, especially on ZHPs.

Mine had a miss from about 2800 to 3000 in the higher gears and after trying spark plugs, fuel and air filters and Vanos rebuild without any change I had the software updated at an indy shop and that cured it completely. I also had a new Disa that the dealer installed the day I bought my car.

Barry

[Stu]

A bird took a dump on my car, and the heat from this massive heatwave literally infused the shit into my headlight. No amount of PlastX or washing was getting it out. I had to buck up $25 for another 3M restoration kit and sand down the headlight really good. Unfortunately, due to the nature of how weirdly shaped our lights are, it didn't go without casualties :(

Even though I taped it up really well, I nicked my lower headlight trim really good in a few places. No bueno :(. Currently looking for a new one in Silvergrey-metallic, but worst-case I repaint it or get some touchup paint.

Seal your headlights with a good sealant!! Wax, headlight sealant, whatever - just do it! It's a lot easier than restoring them (again).

[Ryans323i]

Pretty shitty stu. Sealing the headlights is good advise though.

[Stu]

And all of this could be avoided if BMW didn't switch to non-replaceable headlight covers :facepalm I will never understand that logic.

[Ryans323i]

Yeah, as a consumer, I don't get that either.

[cakM3]

If anything, after restoring the headlight lens, you should go to nextlevelride.com and get yourself a headlight lens film. It will prevent things like this from ever happening and will also protect the surface of the lens. It is well worth the small investment to avoid problems like this...

Here is the link: http://www.nextlevelride.com/store/headlight-films-autos-trucks-vans-bmw-3-series-2-door-coupe-2004/ (http://www.nextlevelride.com/store/headlight-films-autos-trucks-vans-bmw-3-series-2-door-coupe-2004/)

[llll1l1ll]

I just freakin' hate bird poop.

[johnrando]

@Charlie, nice wrap. And thanks for the headlight film tip
@Seth, glad you finally got that all set, looks good. Nice color on the calipers. I'm with Dane though, it's it just the lighting as it doesn't seem to "match" the roundels? Or, we're you just saying it was closer?
@Kevin, very cool.
@Meric, interesting. How easy was it to do?
@Junior. No. lol

[cakM3]

No problem John :)

[JupiterBMW]

Just something to think about, but in my last car, I had the headlight haze removed (perfectly) and then clear coated. Once that was done, no problems with hazing. Also, every time I wax the car, I go over the headlights and taillights every time.

The clear coat could probably be skipped if the extra $$ isn't there, but waxing the lights is an easy way to keep them beautifully crystal. :)

[KevinC]

When you say "from just under 3k on up" do you mean all the way to redline or does it clear up just after 3k? If so you may just need a software update to the latest version. Pretty common issue, especially on ZHPs.

All the way up, running like crap.

Was that flash necessary throughout the ZHP run? Mine's a pretty late car - 7/30/2005 production date.

[ryankokesh]

4448
spent 5 hours with 5 cans of plasti dip

Love it!


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[UdubBadger]

Like a bauce


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[midlandtech]

Love it!


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Thanks! It's held up surprisingly well... Coolest part is I can peel it off and revert to stock


~Steve
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[MrMaico]

All the way up, running like crap.

Was that flash necessary throughout the ZHP run? Mine's a pretty late car - 7/30/2005 production date.

That sounds like it could be something else then. Usually it is just a couple hundred rpm band starting right before 3000 where the miss is.

Not sure about all ZHPs being affected but most I have seen were 2004 model year. I do remember though recently seeing someone somewhere mentioning having the update work on his 2005.

Sounds like you have a good strategy for finding the issue though while taking care of some PM at the same time. If none of that cures it I'd consider getting the update done. Are you getting any codes? Any hidden codes? Mine would occasionally have a hidden 2974 Peake code. Never did, and still haven't, had a CEL on my ZHP.

Barry

[Stu]

Scored this bomb-diggity all-weather Ford Fusion/Lincoln MKZ/Mercury Milon car cover off Craigslist for 25 bucks.

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/3198/photovz.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/442/photovz.jpg/)

Normal retail price: $199

http://accessories.mercuryvehicles.com/car-covers-fusion-milan-mkz.html

#winning

[MrMaico]

Scored this bomb-diggity all-weather Ford Fusion/Lincoln MKZ/Mercury Milon car cover off Craigslist for 25 bucks.

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/3198/photovz.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/442/photovz.jpg/)

Normal retail price: $199


http://accessories.mercuryvehicles.com/car-covers-fusion-milan-mkz.html

#winning


Nice! Fits like it was made for it! Was it ever even used? Looks like wasn't.

[Stu]

Nope, unused. I asked the guy why he was getting rid of it. He said when his mom bought a Lincoln, the cover came with it and she said she never used it and gave it to the guy. So he put it on Craigslist for dirt cheap. I <3 Craigslist gems like that.

[das boots]

Hey...it fits. That's all it counts. Nice find.

[cakM3]

I got a line on a set of carbon fiber seat backs for my ///M. Will be picking it up in a few weeks but sealed the deal this week :thumbsup Here's what they will look like ;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/323i-7.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_0458.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_0459.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_0460.jpg

Got a killer deal on this set - never used. :)

[JupiterBMW]

Hmm, those are pretty cool Charlie!

The ZHP didn't move today. No big deal though... I did get the auto leveling motor for my headlight in the mail from Charlie! Thanks dude! :)

[cakM3]

Glad to help Jon! Yeah, looking forward to meeting up with my friend to get these. Going to match my 2X2 weave interior trim I already have inside :)

Also getting this lip spoiler to replace my worn Strass lip spoiler....going to give my ///M a different look ;)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG-5727.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG-5725.jpg

It's a Status Gruppe Carbon Fiber front lip...:thumbsup Pictured above is a good friend of mine's ///M. He got this and now I want it for mine :)

TT + iPhone4

[M0nk3y]

Changed pads and flushed fluid last night

http://img.tapatalk.com/aeff30a0-2e45-70be.jpg

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[cakM3]

Cleaned my Style 135s this morning...:)

[Pip]

Just finished the homelink install. About to tackle the crickets in the ecu fan and then a wash. Not looking forward to cleaning the 135's, but I'm sure I'll be happy with the finished product.

[Hermes]

So I've been thinking about what would be necessary to swap a modern engine into the 2002... does anybody know someone who can hack an ECU and disable EWS?

[Gordo_GT]

I am anxiously waiting for my cooling system overhaul parts. I ordered them 8 days ago and still waiting. They are scheduled to get here Tuesday but won't install them until Saturday. I have driven 30 miles since 06/19 and it sucks. I've walked more this past few days than I can remember.

[MrMaico]

So I've been thinking about what would be necessary to swap a modern engine into the 2002... does anybody know someone who can hack an ECU and disable EWS?

I think it was terraphantm that posted a link for this place when someone was asking a similar question somewhere a while back......

http://www.rpmmotorsport.net/

I think I remember him saying they were the only place that does this kind of work.

[Hermes]

Wow, thanks! I wasn't expecting an answer that fast. I'll give them a call and pick their brains next week

[webster]

washed, vacuumed & cleaned the interior, and repaired the scratch on the driver side i found the other day. luckily it was pretty light, so the quixx kit took care of it nicely.

it's supposed to rain all week so i didn't clean the wheels. but the interior is clean as hell :]

[HokieZHP]

Got her inspected yesterday, she passed!

[nike001]

I was going to get my sunroof repair kit.. but ended up buying sneakers instead :(

[BCS_ZHP]

Clayed and waxed the 540, scheduled for tint tomorrow.

[Johnmadd]

I was going to get my sunroof repair kit.. but ended up buying sneakers instead :(

Ill assume they are Nike's


Clayed and waxed the 540, scheduled for tint tomorrow.

Nice, what kind of tint are you getting and what percent are you going with?

[BCS_ZHP]

Thing the brand is SunTek, Carbon something-or-other, same as on the 2 ZHPs, and we're happy with those. Still debating the level, the conv has 35% all around (except windshield) and the coupe has 35% on door glass and 20% on the rear window and quarter glasses. Preston is going to take it in for me at 10 am, if I leave it to him it will be the darker combination cause that's what he's been lobbying for since yesterday.

[nike001]

Ill assume they are Nike's




What could've possibly given that away?

But I had to. I've gotten quite a few compliments on them already
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v702/delve1der/2012%2006%20KICKS/0607-02-NIKE-LEBRON9-LOW-HORNETS.jpg

[Johnmadd]

Thing the brand is SunTek, Carbon something-or-other, same as on the 2 ZHPs, and we're happy with those. Still debating the level, the conv has 35% all around (except windshield) and the coupe has 35% on door glass and 20% on the rear window and quarter glasses. Preston is going to take it in for me at 10 am, if I leave it to him it will be the darker combination cause that's what he's been lobbying for since yesterday.

I wouldn't go darker than legal. Reason being is that you may get "that one" officer that will hound you and make you strip it off... it does look sick with 20% tint though :shifty

What could've possibly given that away?

But I had to. I've gotten quite a few compliments on them already
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v702/delve1der/2012%2006%20KICKS/0607-02-NIKE-LEBRON9-LOW-HORNETS.jpg

I would have gotten the Spurs edition.

[mLuMaN83]

Painted my rear bumper trim. Not today, last week, but it's new and I like it.

iPhone 4 camera + low light = my loss

http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s268/mluman83/IMG_0507.jpg
http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s268/mluman83/IMG_0505.jpg

[Johnmadd]

^looks great

[BCS_ZHP]

Yeah John, I'm leaning toward just 35% all around so I don't have to worry about being pulled over. Technically for cars, the VA rules are 50% on front windows, 35% on rear windows, and 20% on the rear. But for SUVs, they can have whatever they want, doesn't make sense.

[Johnmadd]

Yeah John, I'm leaning toward just 35% all around so I don't have to worry about being pulled over. Technically for cars, the VA rules are 50% on front windows, 35% on rear windows, and 20% on the rear. But for SUVs, they can have whatever they want, doesn't make sense.

All true...stupid laws imo

[nike001]

35% is best. That's what I recently just got.

[mLuMaN83]

I'm on the books for 35% all around as well.

[UdubBadger]

Same


- Goin' H.A.M. Mobile

[Meric]

I opened my old broken P/S pump and this is what the "Common" Problem is.

http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/9586/img0126xo.jpg

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/3471/img0127ja.jpg

[gammagoblin]

Yesterday, did an oil change w/ Mobil 1, new front brakes - thanks Smilez, and wiper inserts.

Today my passenger side window started making this nasty clicking sound when it's rolled up, at the top when it goes into the door frame (sedan). Sounds like glass bending or stressing, though after looking it up seems like it is a telltale sign of a window reg :(

[deuce08s]

I just ordered a new windshield washer pump and grommet for my car.

[MrMaico]

I replaced my right side lower rear window trim yesterday. The old one had rotting rubber on the last couple inches of the back end. Wasn't as hard as I was expecting. Worst part was getting the old one off and removing all (most) of the old glue. That was after letting it sit out in the sun for an hour. I was worried about being able to get the new one lined up right but it butts up against the inner trim so it was no problem. I also laid down a couple layers of blue painters tape along the outer edge of the old one to protect the paint and also to help line up the new one. Then I just barely started removing the cover of the 2 sided tape and wet that down a bit with some window cleaner so I could get it positioned and then pulled the tape covering from underneath the trim piece as I went along toward the front.

EDIT: I forgot to mention you have to unhook the window actuator from the glass so you can move the window in and out to get at the glue better when removing the old stuff. I used a folded up towel to prop it out a ways when I needed it out of the way.

I wish I had taken some pics while doing it so I could have made a DIY but it's really pretty simple to do. If anyone has any questions just ask or PM me and hopefully I will see them......still having problems with not getting e mail notifications of posts/PMs.

Looks much better!

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-SRZm3m9/0/L/IMG1677-L.jpg

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-8GM5CmN/0/L/IMG1680-L.jpg

[Hornung418]

I'm actually getting a list of the parts I need to paint my chrome trim gloss black. One step closer to a preface ZHP :)

[webster]

picked up my M3 passenger side mirror today, which i had repainted from carbonschwarz to silbergrau for $65. now i got a complete pair :) i think it was pretty good work...


http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k433/wtolson/ZHP%20Pics/20120709_160120.jpg

[nike001]

^nice!

I had a mini detail sesh and then headed out to take some pictures. Thread to follow.

[cakM3]

picked up my M3 passenger side mirror today, which i had repainted from carbonschwarz to silbergrau for $65. now i got a complete pair :) i think it was pretty good work...


http://i326.photobucket.com/albums/k433/wtolson/ZHP%20Pics/20120709_160120.jpg

Wes,
You're lucky! At least you won't have to mod your mirror baseplates...:) All you have to do is mod the area where the old mirror motors will mount. Take a look at Jon's project page to get an idea how to do this part. I copied what Jon did and it worked very well for me :thumbsup

Here's a link to the page....look at post#107
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?3096-ZHP-ESS-TS2-Project-(PICS)/page11 (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?3096-ZHP-ESS-TS2-Project-(PICS)/page11)


I replaced my right side lower rear window trim yesterday. The old one had rotting rubber on the last couple inches of the back end. Wasn't as hard as I was expecting. Worst part was getting the old one off and removing all (most) of the old glue. That was after letting it sit out in the sun for an hour. I was worried about being able to get the new one lined up right but it butts up against the inner trim so it was no problem. I also laid down a couple layers of blue painters tape along the outer edge of the old one to protect the paint and also to help line up the new one. Then I just barely started removing the cover of the 2 sided tape and wet that down a bit with some window cleaner so I could get it positioned and then pulled the tape covering from underneath the trim piece as I went along toward the front.

EDIT: I forgot to mention you have to unhook the window actuator from the glass so you can move the window in and out to get at the glue better when removing the old stuff. I used a folded up towel to prop it out a ways when I needed it out of the way.

I wish I had taken some pics while doing it so I could have made a DIY but it's really pretty simple to do. If anyone has any questions just ask or PM me and hopefully I will see them......still having problems with not getting e mail notifications of posts/PMs.

Looks much better!

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-SRZm3m9/0/L/IMG1677-L.jpg

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-8GM5CmN/0/L/IMG1680-L.jpg

Do you have a part number for those strips? I may do this as well more for preventive measures. Mine is beginning to look slightly worn on the ///M. Looks awesome! :thumbsup

On another note, BP was successful in reprogramming my used LCM to Wobbie this afternoon. He also programmed in the one touch triple blink and made a short video on this to show me. Everything worked and there was no tamper dot...:) Can't wait till he comes by so that I can have my LCM recoded to my ZHP with this feature....going to do this with my MBA....should be fun :thumbsup

[Nomar06]

Did some plastidip on the rear emblem....

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy114/Nomar006/photobucket-5855-1341876310145.jpg

and some high heat paint on the exhaust tip. I had a good amount of surface rust so I decided to go with a black tip. Hopefully it won't chip off....

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy114/Nomar006/photobucket-8308-1341876326991.jpg

[johnrando]

Wes, Nomar, looks great.

[Hornung418]

Hand washed the car for the first time...twice! Working to get some of the paintwork back to its original shine and depth.

Also, just putting out a detailing APB for those on the east coast. Willing to drive and will pay for supplies/labor. The car is in desperate need.

[MrMaico]

Do you have a part number for those strips? I may do this as well more for preventive measures. Mine is beginning to look slightly worn on the ///M. Looks awesome! :thumbsup

Thanks Charlie! Here is the link......

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BL93&mospid=47714&btnr=51_3687&hg=51&fg=05

I bought the 51367891912 Glanzschwarz which is the Shadowline gloss black for the ZHPs. Is the black on the M3 the Schwarz maybe?

This is what my old one looked like....

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-jZcc6F5/0/L/IMG1685-L.jpg

[cakM3]

Thanks Charlie! Here is the link......

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BL93&mospid=47714&btnr=51_3687&hg=51&fg=05

I bought the 51367891912 Glanzschwarz which is the Shadowline gloss black for the ZHPs. Is the black on the M3 the Schwarz maybe?

This is what my old one looked like....

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-jZcc6F5/0/L/IMG1685-L.jpg

On the ///M it's just a rubber strip like the rest of the lower door window trim. At least with this trim I don't burn my arms when I hang them out. It's just warm rubber...:) In the pic it looked to me like it was rubber....

Thanks again for the part numbers.....I will have to confirm with my parts peeps at the dealership :)

[Gordo_GT]

And the countdown to Saturday begins:
4944

Cooling system overhaul plus the belts.

[Newjack]

Hand washed the car for the first time...twice! Working to get some of the paintwork back to its original shine and depth.

Also, just putting out a detailing APB for those on the east coast. Willing to drive and will pay for supplies/labor. The car is in desperate need.

I have a garage and a Porter cable at my house. Anytime you want to come over and work on your car I'd be happy to help.

Revo + TT

[Hornung418]

Rob, sounds good! I'll send you a text tomorrow regarding the meet up :)

[KevinC]

Shoe pics? Wth, I'll play. Big Ebay haul last year. Those Top Ten's on the far end are awesome. Not my first pair, and they get a TON of compliments all over the place. Random creepy guy in the background approves.

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Other/Random-Photostream-stuff/i-S69Dctt/0/X2/IMG2318-X2.jpg

[az3579]

Today I figured out how to code Wobbie's rear running lights to run as DRL's along with my city lights. So now, I have city lights in the front as DRL's and rear running lights on as well, without having to touch my light switch. If I was to put my AE's back in, I'd have a full LED DRL setup.

Now I just have to decide between a single light on in the back as a DRL, like this:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/d2fb8af7.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/3d491213.jpg



Or if I want to set the full bottom row as running lights:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/addaba3f.jpg



I'm leaning towards the full bottom row, though the single lights have some character to them that nobody else seems to have... hmm. Decisions, decisions...

[danewilson77]

Bottom.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[cakM3]

Yeah, BP....I have to agree with Dane. I like the bottom....looks more complete :thumbsup

Can't wait to see it in person :)

[danewilson77]

In addition, I will be requesting this coding BP. :)

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[Johnmadd]

Today I figured out how to code Wobbie's rear running lights to run as DRL's along with my city lights. So now, I have city lights in the front as DRL's and rear running lights on as well, without having to touch my light switch. If I was to put my AE's back in, I'd have a full LED DRL setup.

Now I just have to decide between a single light on in the back as a DRL, like this:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/d2fb8af7.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/3d491213.jpg



Or if I want to set the full bottom row as running lights:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/addaba3f.jpg



I'm leaning towards the full bottom row, though the single lights have some character to them that nobody else seems to have... hmm. Decisions, decisions...

I gotta have... and learn how to do myself too. Great job to crack the codes Botond.

[UdubBadger]

bottom for sure. looks great

[HokieZHP]

Got my box 'o goodies from ECS today! Now I just have to find time to put it all in!

http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2003%20ZHP/2423b4a7.jpg

[UdubBadger]

Nice my box from them is coming tomorrow


- Goin' H.A.M. Mobile

[Ryans323i]

When's my box coming? That's right I didn't get to order anything. :( lol


Took her out for a 90 mile "drive in Mexico". She may be underpowered, but dayum, she's a beast in the curves. Did I mention, I love Lucy.

[johnrando]

Great work BP. Like the bottom too. Ryan, what is a "drive in Mexico". BTW, got this to save wear and tear on the top. Protects it from birds and dust in the air when I'm parked at the beach (which is usually minimum 2 days a week).

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/2012-07-10153023.jpg

[cakM3]

@ Ryan, when I had my 323i I could stay with the ///Ms in curves but couldn't do anything when they pulled out but it was lots of fun never the less :) Glad to hear you had fun! :thumbsup

@ John, nice! :biggrin

Today I picked up my new LCM s/w vers 4.5. Going to get this in my ///M over the weekend and getting the one touch triple blink feature :biggrin

TT + iPhone4

[Ryans323i]

@John: Driving in Mexico usually means driving pedal to the metal, disregard for speed limits and pushing your car to the limits. When I used this term, I meant obeying all speed limits to the .5mph, never reaching pedal to metal and that my car never once felt any g's. :biggrin And I like your new top cover!

Thanks Charlie.

[johnrando]

:rofl

[jayjay_dee]

And the countdown to Saturday begins:
4944

Cooling system overhaul plus the belts.


Gordo, from which seller did you buy them from? how much?

Im looking to refresh my cooling system too as my low coolant light came on twice this morning...

[az3579]

@John: Driving in Mexico usually means driving pedal to the metal, disregard for speed limits and pushing your car to the limits. When I used this term, I meant obeying all speed limits to the .5mph, never reaching pedal to metal and that my car never once felt any g's. :biggrin And I like your new top cover!

Thanks Charlie.

Sarcasm not needed for this scenario; they can't get ya in the U.S. :biggrin


In addition, I will be requesting this coding BP. :)

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

I would be more than happy to oblige... when do you want me to head down?

[cakM3]

My new LCM I picked up today :) Going to install this badboy in the ///M over the weekend :biggrin

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-f278-190d.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37a7-f2e0-b296.jpg

As you can see.... s/w vers 4.5 :thumbsup

TT + iPhone4

[Crestwood1001]

4957
Front plate delete strip? 29$ from the local stealer! Huge improvement over the plate

[M0nk3y]

Charlie, you're going to love the one touch three blink. It's crazy how much I use it on lane changes (well I use it everytime)

[cakM3]

Charlie, you're going to love the one touch three blink. It's crazy how much I use it on lane changes (well I use it everytime)

Thanks Kyle :) Can't wait to have this installed and programmed. Since BP has figured out how to do this, I'm so looking forward to this weekend :thumbsup

[Gordo_GT]

Gordo, from which seller did you buy them from? how much?

Im looking to refresh my cooling system too as my low coolant light came on twice this morning...

PM sent.

It was $490 total. That includes the belts, the optional Trans Thermo, and shipping.

The dealer had quoted me $240 to replace just the belts. For a little more I can do so much more by myself.

[JupiterBMW]

Well, I'm sad to admit that I've been leaving both the ZHP and the X3 outside for the past few days. Both of them are dirty and just being left alone... Why you ask?

Well, I'm completely renovating my garage. Full disassembly of the workbench, remove all goods and storage, paint the entire thing, put up 6 new fluorescent light fixtures, epoxy coat the floor (the fancy kind with the colored sprinkles), relocate the ceiling fan, run electrical and cable for the wall mounted flat screen, and then install new pulls on all of the built in cabinets...

It'll take me a week or two, but I'm excited for the result. Giving my baby a new home! :biggrin

[SC4ME]

/\ Im jealous!

Epoxy coat the floor, that has been a goal for a long time.

[JupiterBMW]

Yeah I'm excited to get it done...

Oh, I did do something for the ZHP today. I checked in the headliner for the alarm stuff to see if I can program the lock/unlock chirp (as per the other thread)... Nope, nothing up there but a lonely connector...

[redwagon]

New front pads and rotors installed tonight after work tonight!
Based on recommendations here, installed Axxis/PRB Ultimate street ceramics, they seemed to bed nicely and perform great so far.
Tim

[HokieZHP]

I installed my new HID ignitor for my AL headlight tonight. Not too bad. Very tedious task though.
http://img.tapatalk.com/62f90788-62c3-b452.jpg

Where the ignitor is located. You literally take the entire headlight apart.
http://img.tapatalk.com/62f90788-62de-f121.jpg


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[cakM3]

Well, I'm sad to admit that I've been leaving both the ZHP and the X3 outside for the past few days. Both of them are dirty and just being left alone... Why you ask?

Well, I'm completely renovating my garage. Full disassembly of the workbench, remove all goods and storage, paint the entire thing, put up 6 new fluorescent light fixtures, epoxy coat the floor (the fancy kind with the colored sprinkles), relocate the ceiling fan, run electrical and cable for the wall mounted flat screen, and then install new pulls on all of the built in cabinets...

It'll take me a week or two, but I'm excited for the result. Giving my baby a new home! :biggrin

FTW :thumbsup

I'm excited for you Jon! :)

[johnrando]

FTW :thumbsup

I'm excited for you Jon! :)

Definitely.

[WOLFN8TR]

found a long vertical scratch along the driver side body today. PISSED. i have no idea how it happened, but it's new. hopefully the quixx i got will help get rid of it.

also, we've been getting rain and i just wanted to get some bird shit off my car so i took it thru a touchless quik wash. damn thing left a bunch of "clear coat" residue or whatever all over the car. shit...i got the cheapest wash, i really just wanted a rinse and dry. f'ing A. i hadn't done a drive thru wash in months...now i remember why.

only positive was i did get my new Gold DISA in the mail. looks sweet, can't wait to get it in.

The Quixx is the Shuixx! Worked great!

DISA update after install.





Bayerische-Motoren-Werke

[Jon D]

Well, I'm sad to admit that I've been leaving both the ZHP and the X3 outside for the past few days. Both of them are dirty and just being left alone... Why you ask?

Well, I'm completely renovating my garage. Full disassembly of the workbench, remove all goods and storage, paint the entire thing, put up 6 new fluorescent light fixtures, epoxy coat the floor (the fancy kind with the colored sprinkles), relocate the ceiling fan, run electrical and cable for the wall mounted flat screen, and then install new pulls on all of the built in cabinets...

It'll take me a week or two, but I'm excited for the result. Giving my baby a new home! :biggrin

I would die for a garage period.. mine has to live outside, one of the tradeoffs of the current abode. Under a car cover most of the time but still outside :(

[Alex]

Got my TSE3 installed, and some matte black kidneys to boot! I'll try to get some pics up soon.