What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[danewilson77]

oh i know you can, but as in i can't provide them from "my sources". I can only source out matte black grills.

:rofl

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[Smilez]

Got it, I thought you meant they didnt make them. Besides they're not cheap...

no worries. i'm no noob in to modding. I use to sell for Eurodyne until DDM bought them out, company went to...

[mikeyb74]

I haven't seen polished black grilles just the matte black ones.

[das boots]

Can't you just paint the Matte with Gloss Black?

[mikeyb74]

Can't you just paint the Matte with Gloss Black?

Then the paint will flake off. I've painted kidneys before.

[Smilez]

yeah after some time they will flake off then you have to respray them.

[Hermes]

Can't you just paint the Matte with Gloss Black?

Theoretically you could, lots of thin layers, a lot of fine sanding/polishing and some layers of clear coat but for that much effort you should just pay the extra money and get the real BMW ones

[az3579]

Painting grilles bad idea. Even if it doesn't flake off, it will get chipped off from all the road debris and rocks that fly up at the car and it will look like crap anyway. Ask me how I know.

[static667]

What did you do to fix the rattle? nothing I've done so far has worked...

You have to take the long black louvered piece out and put double sided tape where it makes contact with the metal. Sweet silence. :)

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[danewilson77]

no worries. i'm no noob in to modding. I use to sell for Eurodyne until DDM bought them out, company went to...

.........poopy.

It is finished!

[Hermes]

You have to take the long black louvered piece out and put double sided tape where it makes contact with the metal. Sweet silence. :)

Sent from my rooted Fascinate using Tapatalk.

Like this...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/rear%20deck/P1000403.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/rear%20deck/P1000402.jpg

If you wanna go all out on it here's the DIY
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4717-Double-DIY-Rear-Window-Shelf-Refurbish-amp-Rattle-Solution

[Chad44]

Hell of a job. I applaud you. What's your mileage?

about 108k, the crack was fresh, and I've driven the car at 5 autocrosses and 1 zuto-x school this season on worn bushings all throughout the rear suspension... feels like a different car now, I did a couple laps around the cloverleaf one exit down from mine yesterday and was able to maintain about 65 mph through the turns with no understeer or sliding anywhere. I have full oem camber in the rear, about -1 and I had them do -1.5 camber up front instead of the oem -.72... feels amazing, i'm hoping to take 4th in my division at auto-x in my first year... second to last auto-x is sunday!

[Chad44]

I installed stainless lines all around while I was doing everything, and the alignment is good for now, but thanks! btw- im the guy that gave you the oem 16" wheel when you got your wagon! I'm still watching for a wagon to build on the side as a project...

[Chad44]

Oh. I want black glossy grillage.

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Me too, my matte blacks are falling out also, I'm definitely picking up some oem glossy mofos to put in there (after winter)

[Sockethead]

about 108k, the crack was fresh, and I've driven the car at 5 autocrosses and 1 zuto-x school this season on worn bushings all throughout the rear suspension... feels like a different car now, I did a couple laps around the cloverleaf one exit down from mine yesterday and was able to maintain about 65 mph through the turns with no understeer or sliding anywhere. I have full oem camber in the rear, about -1 and I had them do -1.5 camber up front instead of the oem -.72... feels amazing, i'm hoping to take 4th in my division at auto-x in my first year... second to last auto-x is sunday!
Looks like you did all of that at your house? You had someone come to the house and weld the turner subframe kit in?

[cakM3]

Ordered another Silver Cube trim :biggrin

Now all I need are the door trims...getting them soon as well :biggrin

[danewilson77]

Ordered another Silver Cube trim :biggrin

Now all I need are the door trims...getting them soon as well :biggrin

That's gon looks delish!

[Sockethead]

Ordered another Silver Cube trim :biggrin

Now all I need are the door trims...getting them soon as well :biggrin
I'm still debating on asking someone to trade my silver cube for black cube... :scratchinghead

[danewilson77]

I'm still debating on asking someone to trade my silver cube for black cube... :scratchinghead

You wanna trade for some baller trim? I got no problem with the custom trim making a National tour.

[Sockethead]

You wanna trade for some baller trim? I got no problem with the custom trim making a National tour.

Your trim is pretty cool but ...I want black cube if I'm going to change...:blink

[danewilson77]

Your trim is pretty cool but ...I want black cube if I'm going to change...:blink

OK. If you had it in your car...your mind would explode. It makes a mess.

[Sockethead]

OK. If you had it in your car...your mind would explode. It makes a mess.

Heh! Pulp Fiction style in the the Nova? very messy LOL

[MrMaico]

Ordered another Silver Cube trim :biggrin

Now all I need are the door trims...getting them soon as well :biggrin

Nice! Too bad the armrests are so expensive. Otherwise it wouldn't be all that expensive to switch. I'd like to see what it would look like with the silver in mine. I've even debated just changing the dash and console pieces and leaving the black cube armrests.

[cakM3]

The problem I have is that the silver cube that's already in my ZHP is okay but it has a few nicks and scratches on the driver's door trim, shift gear surround trim and the trim piece that is over the glove compartment. I figured that since I'm changing these pieces, I wanted to change everything out and have everything fresh. Looking at the new pieces that I already have, they look awesome! I now have 4 more pieces to go but they cost around $80 ea so it will be a few months before I get everything done. Then I can change everything out during the winter. I have already had a few people ask for my old trim pieces but they have already been spoken for before I finally made the decision to do this. :biggrin

[carsontl]

finally got the alignment done... car seems to drift left sometimes still but not as often anymore. I'm wondering if there's just stuff in the road causing the drift and i'm just being paranoid. Also i know they use a weighted system and only 150 pounds are put in the front driver seat... i'm almost 280 so maybe they don't account enough for my weight? i'm a big boy lol

[mikeyb74]

The car will follow the curve of the pavement which will cause it to drift in one direction or the other.

[MrMaico]

Got it, I thought you meant they didnt make them. Besides they're not cheap...

It looks like Khoalty offers a Piano black now for $42.

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46/exterior/e46-black-grill.html

Not as high quality as the OEM ones but for the price......

If I hadn't already bought the BMW gloss black ones I would have just gotten these instead.

Barry

[Whitexi]

Painting my trim as said in the previous thread.

[danewilson77]

Painting my trim as said in the previous thread.

Nice. Good luck with that.

Cleaned MAF sensor. I had no codes return today.

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[HokieZHP]

I got my oil changed today at my mechanics with 7 qts of Pento High Performance 5w-40 oil. Got some pics while I was waiting as well.

First..HOLY WHEEL GAP BATMAN!
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/a9ec6671.jpg

Second...e36 m3/4/5
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/e7819775.jpg

Third... Volvo turbo pushing 450hp at the wheels. Pretty beast to be honest but it is still a volvo...
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/7355f507.jpg
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/721e02e4.jpg

And lastly... an Imola Red ZHP 330cic auto.
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2406b2bb.jpg
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/f9b7e659.jpg

[danewilson77]

Thanks! Nice shop.

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[Hermes]

And lastly... an Imola Red ZHP 330cic auto.
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2406b2bb.jpg
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/f9b7e659.jpg

Who cut the roof off my car and drove it across the country while I wasn't paying attention? (I blame Gabe...)

[carsontl]

look at that imola shine baby, damn

[HokieZHP]

Yeah that imola red looked sexy sitting there. Wheels were a bit dirty though. Definitely a turn off for me. There were a good collection of BMW's there today though. Few porsches as well that were getting built up.

Dane, the shop is relatively new. He just moved from a 1-bay garage to this new shop that's huge and really nice.

[kayger12]

Cleaned MAF sensor. I had no codes return today.

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Me likey. Did you get anywhere with the dry filter?

[carsontl]

did rear brakes today, i'm finally done with the wheel stuff. Now to do the valve cover gasket, spark plugs, and then detail the paint and get rid of the water spots

oh and the cdv

[danewilson77]

did rear brakes today, i'm finally done with the wheel stuff. Now to do the valve cover gasket, spark plugs, and then detail the paint and get rid of the water spots

oh and the cdv

Sounds busy...but fun.

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[danewilson77]

Me likey. Did you get anywhere with the dry filter?

Not really. Will look into next week.

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[carsontl]

Sounds busy...but fun.

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I also took off the sunroof shield that the last owner had on it, just didn't like how it messed with the profile view of the car. Looks so much better without it!

Might toss it on here if someone wants to buy it for cheap lol... oh I also put in my all season mats in the car (chose black against a tan rest of the car)

[danewilson77]

Very nice. I loathe sunroof shields.

[cakM3]

I enabled my remote angel eyes for both the ZHP and my ///M today. Didn't realize just how easy this was to do...

I used umnitza's video on uTube, here's the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI95QUH_mP0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI95QUH_mP0)

[danewilson77]

I enabled my remote angel eyes for both the ZHP and my ///M today. I used umnitza's video on uTube, here's the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI95QUH_mP0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oI95QUH_mP0)

Now that was easy.

I Dr. C'd the hood, and waxed both hood and boot lid. Cleaned rims for the second time today. No one is here...but me...hehe

[das boots]

My on going project officially finally ended today. After initially replacing differential, transmission & brake bleeding fluids, I had a gap on my project. But in between, I replaced all spark plugs. As parts began to trickle in, my coolant replacement commenced. While getting inside, I was at the same time cleaning the engine bay above and below by detail brushings (degreaser & tooth brush) to remove crud, mud, leaves and dirt. Windshield cowl, cabin filter, windshield were replaced at the same time. ICV was cleaned and purged, belts, idler pulley, hoses, thermostat, temp sensor, expansion tank, water pump & pulley. Just about the whole enchilada. BMW coolant and test run. No leaks. Temperature stayed a tad below the mid range. Will keep an eye on the coolant level & leaks. Splash shield has already been scrubbed clean and installed. Now, I can concentrate on other projects on the plate. All things considered, this engine and associated areas are very accessible.

[kayger12]

Removed all wheels and gave them a thorough Sonax cleaning.


Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[M0nk3y]

Received a ZHP item for my car, finally.

I can all be like you now ;)

[Sockethead]

My on going project officially finally ended today. After initially replacing differential, transmission & brake bleeding fluids, I had a gap on my project. But in between, I replaced all spark plugs. As parts began to trickle in, my coolant replacement commenced. While getting inside, I was at the same time cleaning the engine bay above and below by detail brushings (degreaser & tooth brush) to remove crud, mud, leaves and dirt. Windshield cowl, cabin filter, windshield were replaced at the same time. ICV was cleaned and purged, belts, idler pulley, hoses, thermostat, temp sensor, expansion tank, water pump & pulley. Just about the whole enchilada. BMW coolant and test run. No leaks. Temperature stayed a tad below the mid range. Will keep an eye on the coolant level & leaks. Splash shield has already been scrubbed clean and installed. Now, I can concentrate on other projects on the plate. All things considered, this engine and associated areas are very accessible.
Man that is one lucky car :headbang

[danewilson77]

Received a ZHP item for my car, finally.

I can all be like you now ;)

Not special.

[das boots]

Man that is one lucky car :headbang

Unfortunately, I have neglected the other horses in my stable. Tomorrow, I have to take care of the E39 5'er. I have a new set of sprak plugs for her. Later, need to take out the GQ for a spin.....

[az3579]

Today I effectively neutered my brakes. Replaced lines with stainless and couldn't get the rear right off. So I didn't bother wasting brake fluid on bleeding until I could get tge line replaced.

Sent from my Droid Charge.

[cakM3]

Today I replaced my water pump, thermostat, hoses, idler pulleys, and expansion tank on the ///M since I just went over 140k. Then I drove it for 3 hours on the highway - road tested sat :biggrin

All I have left on the ///M are bushings, FCABs / RTABs, and GUIBO...

[danewilson77]

Today I replaced my water pump, thermostat, hoses, idler pulleys, and expansion tank on the ///M since I just went over 140k. Then I drove it for 3 hours on the highway - road tested sat :biggrin

All I have left on the ///M are bushings, FCABs / RTABs, and GUIBO...

Well done. Running like a champ.

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[az3579]

Das Wobbie now has a fresh brake bleeding. The 3 installed stainless lines sure feel great! :shifty

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[danewilson77]

Finished wax job today.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6252158614_cf1b64b57b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/)
2004 Imola waxed monkeys (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

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[kayger12]

Finished wax job today.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6252158614_cf1b64b57b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/)
2004 Imola waxed monkeys (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

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Haha- lovin it!

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Haha- lovin it!

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Thanks. Those lil dudes crack me up.

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[HokieZHP]

This past weekend when I was home I did a few little things.

-oil change
-washed her up and did a mini-detail
-changed back to the stock 135's so the other wheels can get snow tires put on in the near future.
-changed my fog bulbs to the Nokya hyper yellow bulbs I got off eBay. I got some comparison pics that I'll put up a little later. They are definitely brighter and a much deeper yellow which I am very happy with.
-took the rack off till my thanksgiving break when I will get my skis.

[romanred62]

Installed new front passenger control arm.

[cakM3]

Finished wax job today.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6252158614_cf1b64b57b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/)
2004 Imola waxed monkeys (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

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Awesome!!!!! Love the pic Dane :thumbsup

[llll1l1ll]

Put some gas in it, vacuumed it and also discovered I do not have a CDV valve.

Sweet.

[danewilson77]

Put some gas in it, vacuumed it and also discovered I do not have a CDV valve.

Sweet.

Great news.

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[carsontl]

dane what's your recipe for success? sealant/glaze/wax brands?

[zj96sc]

There may be a ongoing thread idea there for the detailing forum.

maybe per post:

- Products you use/have used
- Impressions or why you left certain brands
- photo results

Would build a pretty good knowledge base on paint care.

what do you guys think?

[danewilson77]

dane what's your recipe for success? sealant/glaze/wax brands?

I always keep debris off my car. I PC once/year. I clay before I wax any part of my car. I was on my hands and knees doing the rocker panels and lower portions of bumper. I use Adams clay bar, with Meguilers detail spray as a lubricant. I use a combination on Mothers cleaner wax, and Mothers Gold Class. I don't "tape" my car when waxing....I am just very careful around trim. I still have dodo juice hard candy, but can't justify spending that much on wax+shipping, when I can find comparable products local.

We do have a rather informative thread on this....

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[zj96sc]

bah, i took a quick glance through the last month of posts in the detailing forum and didn't see anything. older?

[llll1l1ll]

I think the thread DW might be referring to is by Monkey... I think. If it is, it's an older thread.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

These might be the ones:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?2944-Polishing-Detail-Guide-Written-by-M0nk3y

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?2211-General-Detailing-Guide-Written-by-M0nk3y

[danewilson77]

I just bumped up...in the detailing thread....

[jreyes19]

didnt think this was thread worthy so i believe it may fit in here

I did a few things i have been waiting to do for a little while
CDV delete (thanks for the encouragement on this dane), love the change
new Custom Italian leather grey double stitched shift boot, ebrake boot, waiting for armrest cover (all stitching matches silver trim)
e-brake handle leather and silver (to match e46 silver trim)
Hamann Evolution Shift knob (Silver as well to match trim)
Silver Gauge rings and red sharpie mod
New CoolBlue Sylvania Headlight Bulbs
and
a nice wash

here are pics after me and my bro finished washing and vacuum cleaning our cars
forgive the bad quality photos and angles lol

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02088.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02087.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02085.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02082.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02081.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02080.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02076.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02078.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02076.jpg

http://i1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/DSC02073.jpg


and here is a crappy video showing my AE fade on/off


http://s1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc385/jreyes19/E46%20and%20944/?action=view&current=M4H02094.mp4

[danewilson77]

Way to go. Thanks for sharing.

[johnrando]

Pics of interior mods please (or they never happened). :)

[danewilson77]

Pics of interior mods please (or they never happened). :)

Agree. I didn't think "they happened" and hence there were no pics....:scratchinghead

[jreyes19]

lol no problem will get pictures up soon
only thing not done is the armrest cover

[danewilson77]

lol no problem will get pictures up soon
only thing not done is the armrest cover

Knew it. I knew something wasn't done. Blasphemy!

[M3TA5IN]

Cleaning it

Clean rim, dirty rim

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l495/BimmerLoop/54b73ede.jpg

[jreyes19]

Knew it. I knew something wasn't done. Blasphemy!

:facepalm I sorry

its true :(

[GreenFrog]

This is a terribly stupid question, but I received my BMW CCA membership card today in the mail, along with the membership car decal. How the hell do I get this on my car? I peeled of the paper cover and it's not sticky at all. I feel retarded.

[danewilson77]

This is a terribly stupid question, but I received my BMW CCA membership card today in the mail, along with the membership car decal. How the hell do I get this on my car? I peeled of the paper cover and it's not sticky at all. I feel retarded.

Lol.....its a cling. Not dumb at all bro. It goes on inside. Make sure window is perfectly clean.

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[Hermes]

Lol.....its a cling. Not dumb at all bro. It goes on inside. Make sure window is perfectly clean.

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Yup...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/3c01b2d6.jpg

[danewilson77]

Nice follow up JP. Might went with the totaled ZSP. Can you buy more from the site? Do you know?

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[Hermes]

I think you can ask your local chapter for them

[johnrando]

Fixed glove box lock. Bought C/F license plate frame from Go Horns. Pic of the tires/wheels I put on last week.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111017-00139.jpg

[danewilson77]

Fixed glove box lock. Bought C/F license plate frame from Go Horns. Pic of the tires/wheels I put on last week.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111017-00139.jpg

Damn....those things look nasty....and I'm not talking about Denise.

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[GSEN820]

HAHA John good luck with those tires. I had them on my car "NO BUENO" KDW made entirely too much noise for me. The grip is really good only problem for me is that seem to grab the grooves on the freeways out here.

I switched to Hankooks

Let me know how you end up liking the KDW

[johnrando]

HAHA John good luck with those tires. I had them on my car "NO BUENO" KDW made entirely too much noise for me. The grip is really good only problem for me is that seem to grab the grooves on the freeways out here.

I switched to Hankooks

Let me know how you end up liking the KDW

Mixed reviews on C&D (good grip, but noisy, kinda like you said) but so far they have not been an issue for me. Limited driving though. I'll keep you posted.

[GSEN820]

John,

Overall I liked them, I had mine on for 1 1/2 years. Once I switched I noticed how different tires can be. You have a vert so noise if the top down a lot wont be as bad.

[carsontl]

dane i was just asking your own personal products you use, I didn't mean for an entire guide hehe. I have lots of experience in the detailing sector:headbang

[nike001]

http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo37/bsktsk8ter9/DSC_0896.jpg

I'll let the mafia try and figure out what's different :)

[az3579]

^^ I spy clears.

[rickflairne]

Both front wheel bearing hubs, new rotors and pads all around. Oil change, diff fluid, tranny fluid, brake fluid and a new Recaro child seat for my little man.

[nike001]

^^ I spy clears.

Yep :)
Finally found a set of OEM's. Thanks to DTMDan on E46F for remembering I was looking for a pair and offered me first dibs

[danewilson77]

Waxed hood/boot lid.

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[nike001]

Waxed hood/boot lid.

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I saw your pic of the monkeys and... I'm drooling. I need to learn how to correction work so my paint looks like yours. :hi

[danewilson77]

I saw your pic of the monkeys and... I'm drooling. I need to learn how to correction work so my paint looks like yours. :hi

It takes a ton of practice. I am 5 years behind M0nk3y here. He's a pro. I learn by trial and error, like everything else in my life. Stick with it. You'll get it. You can't hurt your paint if you're somewhat careful.

Thanks for the compliment.

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[carsontl]

It takes a ton of practice. I am 5 years behind M0nk3y here. He's a pro. I learn by trial and error, like everything else in my life. Stick with it. You'll get it. You can't hurt your paint if you're somewhat careful.

Thanks for the compliment.

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He's right, just takes time and practice. I used to be awful at correcting paint when I first started and I just got better at it and used better products as time went on. I tell you what though, once you get the hang of it you can look at someone's car and immediately tell what's wrong with it. I saw someone's car at work today (a honda pilot) and I could see hazing... I just cringed and avoided looking at the car the rest of the way inside.

[webster]

drove home today from a weekend trip that included 2 nights in san antonio and 2 nights in austin. almost exactly 500 miles total. nice little road trip for the ZHP, first one under my belt. smooth as butta. averaged almost exactly 25 mpg on the trip. the new hankooks are extremely quiet and equally competent. i was taking 35mph suggested corners at 60 no sweat.

i have tomorrow off as well so my plans include a good wash as well as installing the //M aluminum pedals. should be a nice day :)

[Scorpius]

ordered my parts...almost $400 worth to baby my ride with 163k+ on it. The oil filter housing started this, since i need to go fix that leak before it worsens, i'm also replacing....idler/tensioner pulleys (original), belts obviously while i'm there, and the VCG. All new rubber everwhere there's a part that's coming off.
I see a busy weekend ahead.

[Hornung418]

Josh...If your bro ever want's to sell his 86 NA 944...I'll gladly help him with the sale ;) Lots of clean cars in this thread!

Little up date on my car, Coolant light comes on every now and then. Have to add Distilled Water, but I have coolant spray on my long tube intake and on my expansion tank and on the face of my drive pulleys. I'm certain it's a pinhole leak in my radiator. I still need to find the time to have a coolant pressure test. Fan is going to be removed and radiator checked thoroughly. I really don't want to pony up for a new one...but it's still easier to replace than those damned heater hoses...

[Scorpius]

Josh...If your bro ever want's to sell his 86 NA 944...I'll gladly help him with the sale ;) Lots of clean cars in this thread!

Little up date on my car, Coolant light comes on every now and then. Have to add Distilled Water, but I have coolant spray on my long tube intake and on my expansion tank and on the face of my drive pulleys. I'm certain it's a pinhole leak in my radiator. I still need to find the time to have a coolant pressure test. Fan is going to be removed and radiator checked thoroughly. I really don't want to pony up for a new one...but it's still easier to replace than those damned heater hoses...

sounds like time for the dye treatment to see where it's coming from.

[S85FTW]

Set up an appointment with JG Technik to get the RTAB's replaced/upgraded and new coilovers installed

[ryankokesh]

Ordered some rotors and pads from ray - can't wait to get them. Making some weird noises down there... I think some part of the pad is etching into the rotor, like all the time. Not just when I brake. :blink

BrakeYourSelf (https://www.facebook.com/BrakeYourSelf)

[ryankokesh]

Waxed hood/boot lid.

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Winter prep?

[danewilson77]

Winter prep?

No....not yet. Soon though. This was just cuz.

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[S85FTW]

@ JG Technik right now getting my coilovers installed, stock springs were broken from the damn speed bumps at my old condo complex

[mikeyb74]

@ JG Technik right now getting my coilovers installed, stock springs were broken from the damn speed bumps at my old condo complex

Stock springs are always breaking.

[carsontl]

Stock springs are always breaking.

Is it a common issue? Should I be watching out for that?

[danewilson77]

drivers side rear spring was broken when I bought the car. I wouldn't say "common" but I would say it happens. Just keep your eyes open when you're under there.

[S85FTW]

Listen for any squeak as you get in or out of the car

[kpro]

Finished wax job today.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6252158614_cf1b64b57b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/)
2004 Imola waxed monkeys (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

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lol! I'm diggin' the hood monkeys

Today I bought my fake ZHP a new set of black carpet floor mats, and a spare key. I've had only the one key to my car since day of purchase :) Hopefully getting installed this weekend: UUC short shifter, DSSR, Alacantara Boot from Coby Wheel (out of Marcus' signature) and ZHP ///M shift knob.

[danewilson77]

Actually....those are roooooooof M0nk3ys...........

[Hermes]

Finished wax job today.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6252158614_cf1b64b57b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/)
2004 Imola waxed monkeys (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6252158614/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

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Hahahaha... Whenever I see monkeys I think of this bar I saw in Sydney

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/australia%20new%20zealand/DowntownSydney-3WiseMonkeysPub.jpg




Forgot to post this I did a few days ago, Imola "reflectors"

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/3ebfc041.jpg

[danewilson77]

How do you like em JP?

[Hermes]

I like them a lot, especially from a distance it looks really clean

[danewilson77]

I like them a lot, especially from a distance it looks really clean

Good....glad you're happy.

[Hermes]

Thanks again for them. They definitely look better than the very bright/clear ones I had or even the amber OEM ones, but you can still tell I have the real bumper - not one of the replica ones

[ryankokesh]

I've had only the one key to my car since day of purchase :)

haha, me too. I should probably consider fixing that...

How much, if you don't mind me asking?

[carsontl]

is there a wallet key you can get? My infiniti g35 had a wallet key that was shaped like a credit card so it slid right in

[Hermes]

is there a wallet key you can get? My infiniti g35 had a wallet key that was shaped like a credit card so it slid right in

I think there is a crappy plastic one but I don't think it's cc size (our keys are ~3mm thick). I'm pretty sure I got one when I bought the car but haven't seen it in a long time

[johnrando]

Slightly OT, but is this the one that's considered a wallet key? Got this with my car, plus 2 keys. I know there is a valet one (that doesn't open the glove box), and a wallet one. (Guess I could try it myself and see), but I also wanted the "official" answer for someone that has a full set (which I believe is 4 keys).

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111019-00140.jpg

[Hermes]

That the one I have (somewhere)

Just found this:

http://www.bimmerboard.org/members/q/original/new%20style%20BMW%20key%20set.jpg

[mikeyb74]

What is number 3 in that pic?

I have both masters and the valet key.

[danewilson77]

Valet key.

How does the plastic key even work?

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[Hermes]

DW, the plastic key barely works. It's basically a "just in case" key

[mikeyb74]

I have the valet and it looks just like the one in John's post. I actually bought it this past winter because I lost one of the masters in a snowstorm. Which was found and returned to me, luckily.

[jreyes19]

I believe that bmw no longer sells the metal valet key but only the plastic wallet key and the keyfob
i think only if your car was made before a certain date, can you buy a metal one
maybe i am misinformed

although i went and asked for a spare key and paid them, and when i picked it up it was this little plastic thing lol

[Hermes]

Here, valet key is the one in the middle

http://www.devhacker.com/bmw/102_0280sm.jpg

[mikeyb74]

Here, valet key is the one in the middle

http://www.devhacker.com/bmw/102_0280sm.jpg

Not the one I have so I guess the metal one has been replaced by the plastic key that fits in your wallet.

[Hornung418]

There are four keys...

Two fully functioning keys

One Emergency wallet-sized key

One Valet key w/ limited access to the car (Cabin only, no glovebox)

This isn't that hard guys LOL

[webster]

There are four keys...

Two fully functioning keys

One Emergency wallet-sized key

One Valet key w/ limited access to the car (Cabin only, no glovebox)

This isn't that hard guys LOL

thanks, i was clear on the subject, then got confused, now clear again

lulz

[Mtnman]

Just purchased a purge control solenoid valve from Autohauz (through the site of course)....or, for you laymen type, a gas tank vent valve. Stupid thing has made my CEL come on for 6 months. Finally buying it.

[johnrando]

thanks, i was clear on the subject, then got confused, now clear again

lulz

Looked into purchasing a valet key for my car. Found out I don't have one. :biggrin. $80, but worth it as Dice unit is in glove box, and potentially V1 and/or Ipod in trunk or glove box (but not as likely). Will head to dealership tomorrow.

[danewilson77]

Vacuumed and cleaned interior w/ BMW alcantara cleaner.

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[kayger12]

I was going to buy a valet key, but then I realized that there isn't a chance in hell that I'd ever turn my baby over to a valet. :shift

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

I was going to buy a valet key, but then I realized that there isn't a chance in hell that I'd ever turn my baby over to a valet. :shift

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

+1. It would be nice to include with sale....but that ain't ever happening either :shift

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[Sockethead]

Got an alignment at the dealer today... a couple of the guys there were drooling over the ZHP... good times...

[danewilson77]

Got an alignment at the dealer today... a couple of the guys there were drooling over the ZHP... good times...

We :like :drool

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[Washburn]

Vacuumed and cleaned interior w/ BMW alcantara cleaner.


Dane, Where did you get that product? Thanks IA (googling didn't bring up anything for me)

[johnrando]

I was going to buy a valet key, but then I realized that there isn't a chance in hell that I'd ever turn my baby over to a valet. :shift

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

LOL. Good point. The trick is to throw them something extra to either park it out front or park it away from other cars. I did that when I stayed at a hotel that I knew had lots of open parking in a close garage, and where parking it myself would have been quite a pain due to distance (and out with the general public).

[danewilson77]

Where did you get that product? Thanks IA

Stealer :shift

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[johnrando]

Put the front two tires on, now all four are the same tires. Got rear leak fixed. So far, road noise not an issue at all.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111017-00139-1.jpg

[danewilson77]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/DSC04271.jpg

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[Sockethead]

Put the front two tires on, now all four are the same tires. Got rear leak fixed. So far, road noise not an issue at all.

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG-20111017-00139-1.jpg

Dude... are your style 135 wheels chrome?

[johnrando]

Dude... are your style 135 wheels chrome?

Yes, they came that way on my car, and I like them. (Probably the only one who does). I wanted to go with a square setup, and needed new rear tires, cost was an issue, so I found a great deal on a set of 4 more OEM 135s chromed with tires that I picked up local. So now I have 8 chromed 135s, lol.

[Washburn]

Stealer :shift


Hmmm...i don't remember seeing it at my stealer ever - perhaps they don't/didn't have it in stock...
does the bottle have a PN on it?

EDIT: if you meant the bottle in the pic, that's a general interior cleaner right? that one I do have.
or did you use a different product which specifically says "BMW Alcantara cleaner"?

[danewilson77]

Hmmm...i don't remember seeing it at my stealer ever - perhaps they don't/didn't have it in stock...
does the bottle have a PN on it?

EDIT: if you meant the bottle in the pic, that's a general interior cleaner right? that one I do have.
or did you use a different product which specifically says "BMW Alcantara cleaner"?

It says its for alcantara on the back.

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[Sockethead]

Yes, they came that way on my car, and I like them. (Probably the only one who does). I wanted to go with a square setup, and needed new rear tires, cost was an issue, so I found a great deal on a set of 4 more OEM 135s chromed with tires that I picked up local. So now I have 8 chromed 135s, lol.
Funny, I just snapped a pic of a ZHP with chrome style 135's at the dealer today...
http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/IMG_0684.jpg

[johnrando]

Re: Chrome 135s. Funny, not a lot of those around, but I have seen a few.

[Sockethead]

That's the first one I've seen... that's why I took the pic.. upon closer inspection though I could see that the wheels were starting to pit pretty bad on the spokes

[Johnmadd]

Funny, I just snapped a pic of a ZHP with chrome style 135's at the dealer today...
http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/IMG_0684.jpg

Just for curiosity sake, how much dollars?

[M0nk3y]

I am finally a ZHP :D

http://tapatalk.com/mu/aefcc5c7-9f07-0a6f.jpg

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[ryrules1]

got some rash on my front bumper from pulling into a parking garage to hot. :(

[Johnmadd]

got some rash on my front bumper from pulling into a parking garage to hot. :(

Just the bottom right?

[M0nk3y]

got some rash on my front bumper from pulling into a parking garage to hot. :(

Does anyone offer skid-plates for the bumpers?

[Hermes]

got some rash on my front bumper from pulling into a parking garage to hot. :(

don't worry about it, happens to all of us. i think dane calls them 'battle scars'

[ryrules1]

Yeah just the bottom not to bad, I am just anal. When I clean the car I will see it, thats about it.

[danewilson77]

Does anyone offer skid-plates for the bumpers?

= Splitters

[M0nk3y]

= Splitters

You mean add-on splitters?

I have these on my car. Metal plates that bolt on to the bottom of my splitters.

http://shoprpi.com/product_info.php?products_id=46

Already protected 1 hit, well worth the money

[Meric]

Installed glass plate cover for my rear plate. :) Next Angel Eyes!

[johnrando]

You mean add-on splitters?

I have these on my car. Metal plates that bolt on to the bottom of my splitters.

http://shoprpi.com/product_info.php?products_id=46

Already protected 1 hit, well worth the money


Those are nice. Just checked their site, they don't make them for E46.

[S85FTW]

Coilovers and polyurethane RTABS installed and only a 3/4" drop for the winter...stiffness set to 15 out of 30...damn winter wheels are on now though, so we cant even see the full effect of the drop until April 2012 :(

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a67/krisgt30/330ci/coilsinstalled.jpg

[danewilson77]

Wheels won't alter the drop. You'll just have more rim and less sidewall.

Looks great.

[S85FTW]

Actually it doesnt look as good because there is so much more tire compared to the 19" csl reps. Here it just gives the appearance of a gap even though I can not stick a finger between the tire and the wheel well (I am assuming because of such a big sidewall the tires are more rounded and tapered in). Whereas, when I had the 19" wheel on the car the actual rim was tucking into the fender (I am sure because of offset and much less sidewall), it looked a lot more aggressive.


So in summary, that is kind of what I meant by the full effect of the drop until spring. At that point, I am sure I will lower it more.

P.S. New wheels may be coming in the spring as well

[M0nk3y]

Those are nice. Just checked their site, they don't make them for E46.

Doesn't hurt to ask. A couple years ago alot of Z4 owners wanted them to create them, so they did...off of demand

[mikeyb74]

You mean add-on splitters?

I have these on my car. Metal plates that bolt on to the bottom of my splitters.

http://shoprpi.com/product_info.php?products_id=46

Already protected 1 hit, well worth the money

Any pics of these installed?

[M0nk3y]

Any pics of these installed?

Best pic I have now. You can see it on the right side of the splitter:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6217/6263639557_b314c45a66_b.jpg

[Hermes]

I like this idea, too bad its not available for us

[mikeyb74]

Best pic I have now. You can see it on the right side of the splitter:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6217/6263639557_b314c45a66_b.jpg

It works ;)

[mikeyb74]

Dropped the swaggerwagen off this morning to have the defective powerflex FCABs replaced with Lemforders.

[AUSS1E]

New ZHP knob installed...thanks to BMWstore for dropping the price to $55 shipped

[danewilson77]

New ZHP knob installed...thanks to BMWstore for dropping the price to $55 shipped

Why did they drop price?

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[MrMaico]

Why did they drop price?

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Halloween special......

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=876680&siteid=214672&catalogid=4462

[danewilson77]

Damn....$50 down from $83. Needs to be in deal thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?647-The-Deal-Thread-Save-Money&p=112595

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[AUSS1E]

Damn....$50 down from $83. Needs to be in deal thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?647-The-Deal-Thread-Save-Money&p=112595

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I know....Ordered yesterday...got it today...
Sort of helps I live in the same city though

[danewilson77]

I know....Ordered yesterday...got it today...
Sort of helps I live in the same city though

Werd.

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[ryrules1]

You guys weren't lying this site is expensive, but I wanted a new OEM shift knob b/c mine has bubbles in it. Could resist for $62 shipped.

[danewilson77]

You guys weren't lying this site is expensive, but I wanted a new OEM shift knob b/c mine has bubbles in it. Could resist for $62 shipped.

What site?

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[das boots]

Halloween special......

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=876680&siteid=214672&catalogid=4462

Did it come with the ///M 6 spd label?

[ryrules1]

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=876680&siteid=214672&catalogid=4462

up a couple of pages.

[ryrules1]

Yeah it should title reads.

OEM BMW M Style (ZHP) Weighted Short Shift Knob 5 or 6 speed. Having the 6, I went with the 6 speed. :)

[kayger12]

LED license plate lights and lug nut covers to hide the rust...

[danewilson77]

LED license plate lights and lug nut covers to hide the rust...

Nice.

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[webster]

im a total schmuck and i paid $95 for the //M-only badged shift knob. i know it was a total waste of money but i wanted the logo without the shift pattern overlay and that's the only way i could get it. matches the steering wheel and new pedals perfectly though :)

[danewilson77]

im a total schmuck and i paid $95 for the //M-only badged shift knob. i know it was a total waste of money but i wanted the logo without the shift pattern overlay and that's the only way i could get it. matches the steering wheel and new pedals perfectly though :)

Not a waste of money if you're happy. Hell, you didn't know. Don't beat yourself up Amigo.

[S85FTW]

ordered a new ZHP shift knob since mine has looked like crap since the day I bought the car (Bubble on the bottom left corner)

[cakM3]

completed my 880 mile road trip with the ///M after overhauling my cooling system last Sunday! Always a pleasure mixing a road trip with my business trips :thumbsup

[S85FTW]

completed my 880 mile road trip with the ///M after overhauling my cooling system last Sunday! Always a pleasure mixing a road trip with my business trips :thumbsup

Nice, I do the same exact thing!!! I schedule my visits to see fam in Michigan whenever I visit customers in PA. I "strategically" schedule the customer visits for a friday so I can hit them on the way to MI.

Today I am taking the fiance to the airport and it is being expensed because I just happen to be visiting a customer in Nassau after I drop her off.

[mikeyb74]

Just bought a Jet black driver's door, Titan trim, sunvisors, and a driver's halagen headlight all for $125...

And for my non BMW a 2012 Fiat 500 Sport a rear seat cover to protect it from my dog and wheel locks...

[das boots]

Halloween special......

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=876680&siteid=214672&catalogid=4462

I was going to order, I know it said free shipping, but it was still asking for USPS ($7.95 small flat rate) or Standard Ground ship ($14.95). What gives?

[S85FTW]

It says at checkout if the product specifies free shipping then it will be adjusted to free shipping.

[M0nk3y]

I was going to order, I know it said free shipping, but it was still asking for USPS ($7.95 small flat rate) or Standard Ground ship ($14.95). What gives?

Thebmwpartstore has them for $55 shipped as well.



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[wsmeyer]

Getting oil changed. I bought the change kit from ECS but I'm driving to San Francisco as soon as its done so I decided to check Jiffy Lube. 19.99 if you bring your own. Def worth $20 for me not to hassle with it.


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I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=33.858263,-118.369839

[danewilson77]

Getting oil changed. I bought the change kit from ECS but I'm driving to San Francisco as soon as its done so I decided to check Jiffy Lube. 19.99 if you bring your own. Def worth $20 for me not to hassle with it.


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I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=33.858263,-118.369839

Umm...ok. Hopefully they.....

1. Torque drain plug to proper spec and don't strip that out.

2. Properly place new o-ring on cap.

3. Properly tighten oil filter cap.

[wsmeyer]

Umm...ok. Hopefully they.....

1. Torque drain plug to proper spec and don't strip that out.

2. Properly place new o-ring on cap.

3. Properly tighten oil filter cap.

I watched them due the filter. No reason to think they didn't put the same care in below. Besides, the only other place that has changed the oil is the dealer and you know the lowest guy on the totem poll does that job!


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I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=33.858146,-118.369591

[das boots]

Thebmwpartstore has them for $55 shipped as well.



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I already did. Thanks.

[acontzhp]

I installed my intake today . And also replaced my intake boot.

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[cakM3]

Washed both the ///M and ZHP after returning from Washington DC today. The ZHP also got another fresh coat of wax and is looking sweet...:big grin

For the ZHP this weekend...
Changing out original brake lines for UUC teflon coated stainless steel brake lines, ceramic pads, CDV delete and new FCABs :roundel

[AUSS1E]

Wash and cleaned....
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn256/jacoxky/BMW/040.jpg

Also DIY front grills for brake ducts...
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn256/jacoxky/BMW/049.jpg
http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn256/jacoxky/BMW/042.jpg

[MrMaico]

I installed my intake today . And also replaced my intake boot.

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Looking good! Kinda a pain in the butt to check the coolant with the intake though. I bought new intake tubes shortly after buying my car........just in case. They're still sitting in my "spares" box. Might as well install them one of these days just so I never have to worry about a sudden leak at a bad time somewhere.

Barry

[Hermes]

I installed my intake today . And also replaced my intake boot.

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That thing is a pain to do. Nice work


Got P21s gel and ordered AFE DAS since they don't carry on site

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/cedf905a.jpg

[danewilson77]

OCD BBS cleaning. Wheel removal, cleaned wheel wells, barrels, whole nine yards. Looks primo. Rotated front to back.

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[kayger12]

OCD BBS cleaning. Wheel removal, cleaned wheel wells, barrels, whole nine yards. Looks primo. Rotated front to back.

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Nice!

Fresh oil for Jersey Graphite and a new Blackstone Labs sample ready to go.

Used my new Peake code reader to reset the oil service interval. Nice and quick vs the OBC hidden function way.

[GMATT]

Won a ebay auction for a E46 Bentley manual, new for $83.00

[danewilson77]

Won a ebay auction for a E46 Bentley manual, new for $83.00

Congrats!!!!

Action shots from wheel cleaning session.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6112/6267366189_90dfe53f9c_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267366189/)
Wheel cleaning in action (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267366189/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6101/6267900740_1abaf0f8ce_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267900740/)
Bubbles 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267900740/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

[Hermes]

Congrats!!!!

Action shots from wheel cleaning session.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6112/6267366189_90dfe53f9c_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267366189/)
Wheel cleaning in action (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267366189/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6101/6267900740_1abaf0f8ce_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267900740/)
Bubbles 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6267900740/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

Nice! Hopefully will have time to go all out on Sunday, definitely no time tomorrow.

[acontzhp]

Looking good! Kinda a pain in the butt to check the coolant with the intake though. I bought new intake tubes shortly after buying my car........just in case. They're still sitting in my "spares" box. Might as well install them one of these days just so I never have to worry about a sudden leak at a bad time somewhere.

Barry

Yeah you might as well do it sooner than later. Easiest way to do it is by removing the intake. That way, you have more room to play around in

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[danewilson77]

Yeah you might as well do it sooner than later. Easiest way to do it is by removing the intake. That way, you have more room to play around in

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But...the alternative thought would say a developed small leak would probably only give him an ses with well known code....car would still run pretty good.

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[nike001]

Well, washed and removed old wax. Started buffing my hood, trunk, and drivers side panel's with an orange pad and M105. Kinda got nervous about buffing trails so i'm waiting for tomorrow to use the sun and evaluate my work. I'd rather have to fix 1/2 the car than the whole thing :(

Wish me luck for my inspection tomorrow

EDIT: forgot to mention.. that my correction work doesn't seem to be doing much. BMW hard clearcoats ftw? but FTL for correction work haha. I'll be happy enough to just get the old minuscule buffing trails out without making any more.

[danewilson77]

Well, washed and removed old wax. Started buffing my hood, trunk, and drivers side panel's with an orange pad and M105. Kinda got nervous about buffing trails so i'm waiting for tomorrow to use the sun and evaluate my work. I'd rather have to fix 1/2 the car than the whole thing :(

Wish me luck for my inspection tomorrow

Good luck.

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[cakM3]

OCD BBS cleaning. Wheel removal, cleaned wheel wells, barrels, whole nine yards. Looks primo. Rotated front to back.

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Dane,

Your wheels look awesome! :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Dane,

Your wheels look awesome! :thumbsup

Thx kind sir.

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[Go Horns!]

Wash, clay bar, Chemical Guys Blacklight sealant, Khoalty piano black grills, PIAA windshield wipers, and started the interior detail by coating the seats in Connolly's Hide Food leather conditioner.

[Hornung418]

Well...my car continues to hate me more and more each day...

Co-driver window regulator...you know the rest LOL :(

[danewilson77]

Well...my car continues to hate me more and more each day...

Co-driver window regulator...you know the rest LOL :(

It doesn't hate you. It lusts after you, and wants your hands all over it.

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[cakM3]

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I changed out my FCABs, brake lines for UUC stainless steel lines, flushed my brake fluid and fixed a front left wheel wobble I was unaware of this afternoon. Then it began to rain....

I would like to thank Chad44 for hosting BP and I today! Got a lot done and had a great time getting things done and catching up! Again, BP did a great job with coding our cars, thanks again BP!!! The jacks used had special braces that were used to prevent them from going down once the desired height was set.

[danewilson77]

Action shots FTW!

Need more jacks.

I didn't see any jackstands :shifty

[S85FTW]

Well...my car continues to hate me more and more each day...

Co-driver window regulator...you know the rest LOL :(


I had a 1997 318ti then a 1999 BMW M3 back when DTMPower was the cool forum to be on, needless to say, they both had that infamous problem several times on each car. It got so bad I never closed the doors with the windows down ever to avoid the issue.

[Hornung418]

Well the PO had children. And my friends enjoy slamming my doors...this will be their warning. I should make them pay for it...but it's the first time. If it happens again I'm gonna flip out on them.

[cakM3]

Group shots of Imola ZHPs :biggrin

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[das boots]

2402

This was supposed to be a long term project. Leather over Alcantara. But the opportunity opened up yesterday. Took me almost two days. A few hours yesterday and requires daylight for this. And started early today for a few hours until done. Wheelskins special order to my measurements of the wheel. And perforated on the sides and leather on top and bottom. I used my own wax strings. Left over from my Navy days. We used this wax strings when we do electric motor rewinding. Doubled up cross-lacing (lacing up your shoes...right over left). I never use their lacing strings they provided. Looks too short for me. Which I cannot do a double string lace. With the twin lace, I am able to pull tight without fearing of snapping the strings. The strings were originally Beige. But I used Forever Back to dye. Re-dyed twice for full black effect. The leather is soft. As the leather ages, then it will become tighter. So, I am not worried about the rough bumps. Call me cheap. But I did this is a job with my own two hands. If I was to order this again, I will modify my measurements just a wee bit that I provided to Wheelskins.

[Hermes]

looks good. maybe try some baseball mitt oil to get it broken in nice? never tried a wheel wrap myself so i dunno

[nike001]

No swirls. My correction process didn't yield that many results.. but I'm just happy it's done and I didn't damage my paint. I finished it off with Chemical Guys XXX hardcore paste wax and I couldn't be any happier. Goes on very easy in light coats, and comes off just as easy. I've heard it lasts around 4 months with 2 good coats. So I'll put another coat on right before winter to help me get through until springtime. I highly recommend it (plus it smells delicious :))


Well the PO had children. And my friends enjoy slamming my doors...this will be their warning. I should make them pay for it...but it's the first time. If it happens again I'm gonna flip out on them.

Slamming doors make window regulators go out?

[danewilson77]

No swirls. My correction process didn't yield that many results.. but I'm just happy it's done and I didn't damage my paint. I finished it off with Chemical Guys XXX hardcore paste wax and I couldn't be any happier. Goes on very easy in light coats, and comes off just as easy. I've heard it lasts around 4 months with 2 good coats. So I'll put another coat on right before winter to help me get through until springtime. I highly recommend it (plus it smells delicious :))



Slamming doors make window regulators go out?

Yup.

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[nike001]

Yup.

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Good info. There will be some new edits to the rulebook tomorrow!

EDIT: Now that I know about this, $10 says that someone in the near future slams one of my doors and busts a regulator. It will happen..

[Hornung418]

Dalton, It's been suggested that it can significantly shorten the life of the cable. But I mean it's not a 1960 Lincoln Continental. LOL

[danewilson77]

Good info. There will be some new edits to the rulebook tomorrow!

EDIT: Now that I know about this, $10 says that someone in the near future slams one of my doors and busts a regulator. It will happen..

It's already in the briefing video!

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Yes. Melissa was told all about it. Close door as though there were explosives in the car.


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[kayger12]

Hehe.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Can't find video. Should it not be stickied under "new members"?

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

I think it's stickied in general forum.

What new members? :biggrin


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[kayger12]

I think it's stickied in general forum.

What new members? :biggrin


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Just stickied my own thread, which I think violates some basic rule...

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Self serve. Ftw.


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[Hermes]

I think there are a few more threads that could use a sticky, I have problems finding them sometimes... (e.g. sighting thread)


I picked up a right fog earlier today from a M-Tech I bumper - just painted it, drying now. Hopefully will have yellow fogs in a few hours!

EDIT: done...

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[TURTUL]

Got a hard top!

[danewilson77]

Got a hard top!

Pics!

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[echo46]

Very nice.

[GE Geoff]

Morning Gents,
Put the new PowerFlex Poly FCAB's on yesterday from the tired old OEM's man was that fun....She's alive a again and I love it! took her for a couple of quick spins through the local twsties just to give them a proper functional test flight and they are wonderful! highly recommend them.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Geoff, welcome to the forum -- officially. Be sure to introduce yourself in the new members section.

[danewilson77]

Morning Gents,
Put the new PowerFlex Poly FCAB's on yesterday from the tired old OEM's man was that fun....She's alive a again and I love it! took her for a couple of quick spins through the local twsties just to give them a proper functional test flight and they are wonderful! highly recommend them.

Great work Geoff! Welcome.

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[Hermes]

Morning Gents,
Put the new PowerFlex Poly FCAB's on yesterday from the tired old OEM's man was that fun....She's alive a again and I love it! took her for a couple of quick spins through the local twsties just to give them a proper functional test flight and they are wonderful! highly recommend them.


Nice job and welcome. Make sure to do like the boss said and post a new member intro



all done, just need to order some bulbs now...

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[danewilson77]

Looks French!

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[Hermes]

I need "teeth" for my lower grill...

[cakM3]

looks nice

:like


I replaced my damaged/broken driver's side headlight trim with a good part. I also replaced my headlight gasket as I noticed moisture in the headlight assy the last time it rained. Should be good to go when it rains later this week...:biggrin

More cleaning and waxing on the ZHP!

[nike001]

Well, turns out i have a few buffer trail holograms :( A few on the hood and a couple on the drivers door and rear passenger side door :(

They're very light and I only saw them today when I was trying to look w/ the direct sunlight; I'll probably let them go until spring

[CERF04ZHP]

Group shots of Imola ZHPs :biggrin

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Jealous!

[cakM3]

Jealous!

Channing,

If you were not so busy prepping your home for winter you could have joined us....then it would have been 4 Imola ZHPs to 1 TiAg 330xi :biggrin

Hope all is well up in your area of the "woods"! Next weekend I will be helping BP detail his ZHP for the upcoming winter. Of course, both my bimmers are already detailed...the ///M will be going into hibernation soon...

In the pic was Chad44's ZHP, mine, and then BP's ZHP. Thought this would make for a great photo op as it was getting dark.....

Funny that both Chad and BP are sporting the same type of wheels and I'm rocking on Style 135s :biggrin

[Chad44]

I thought I was unique with my style 71s, but apparently my car is just ho-hum average... lol


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[Johnmadd]

Water spot removal on hood and trunk. I used Mequiars swirl remover over the whole trunk and hood , worked great.

[CERF04ZHP]

Channing,

If you were not so busy prepping your home for winter you could have joined us....then it would have been 4 Imola ZHPs to 1 TiAg 330xi :biggrin

Hope all is well up in your area of the "woods"! Next weekend I will be helping BP detail his ZHP for the upcoming winter. Of course, both my bimmers are already detailed...the ///M will be going into hibernation soon...

In the pic was Chad44's ZHP, mine, and then BP's ZHP. Thought this would make for a great photo op as it was getting dark.....

Funny that both Chad and BP are sporting the same type of wheels and I'm rocking on Style 135s :biggrin

I'll have to make the 5th wheel next time and give you guys an even # of Imolarots.

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[Stu]

Well, it's been a while since I've been on the forums. What did I do to my ZHP today?

I gave it an awesome wash, interior and exterior detail. I replaced some of the rattling broken clips on the inside of my door, and I got a new clip for my exterior door moulding. Note: the BMW dealership has the wrong part number listed for the exterior door moulding clips. I brought the whole thing in and showed it to them, they were puzzled as to how it even was put together since the clips they brought out did not fit. Then they realized that the wrong part number is listed on their system, and they found me the right one.

Oh, then when I was done, I was backing it out of the garage, I did this:

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I. Am. NOT. Happy. With myself. First time I ever have done something so stupid. And of course, I don't accidentally do it when I'm 16 and learning to drive on my mom's old minivan. No, I do it to my BMW at age 21. Currently looking for a sport-package coupe mirror base, no colored cover, no glass.

[johnrando]

Well, it's been a while since I've been on the forums. What did I do to my ZHP today?

I gave it an awesome wash, interior and exterior detail. I replaced some of the rattling broken clips on the inside of my door, and I got a new clip for my exterior door moulding. Note: the BMW dealership has the wrong part number listed for the exterior door moulding clips. I brought the whole thing in and showed it to them, they were puzzled as to how it even was put together since the clips they brought out did not fit. Then they realized that the wrong part number is listed on their system, and they found me the right one.

Oh, then when I was done, I was backing it out of the garage, I did this:

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/9581/3422r.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/12/3422r.jpg/)

I. Am. NOT. Happy. With myself. First time I ever have done something so stupid. And of course, I don't accidentally do it when I'm 16 and learning to drive on my mom's old minivan. No, I do it to my BMW at age 21. Currently looking for a sport-package coupe mirror base, no colored cover, no glass.

Ouch. Hope you get it soon.

[cakM3]

I'll have to make the 5th wheel next time and give you guys an even # of Imolarots.

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Sounds good to me Channing....the more the merrier as Chad would say :thumbsup