What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[das boots]

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.

I might be able to help you here. Lookie what I found on the Craigslist here in San Diego..... Showed up just a few minutes ago. This is what you want. Cheap too.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/pts/2665513854.html

[Hermes]

im not sure if he can use it for parts but its not the same mirror (?)

HIS
http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/9581/3422r.jpg

CL
http://images.craigslist.org/5Z65P65X13kf3mc3pbbanf3c39b7653031149.jpg

[das boots]

Hmmm...now with a close-up of the damage, you are right. Different style. Zell might have to inquire on exactly what year did it come off....

[Stu]

I might be able to help you here. Lookie what I found on the Craigslist here in San Diego..... Showed up just a few minutes ago. This is what you want. Cheap too.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/pts/2665513854.html

Good find. It even has the sport package base. But...that's for a sedan :( Different style, unfortunately. It's good to know I can find these cheap!

[Hermes]

Electric tape mod - $0 (already had red & yellow tape)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/f354db02.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/aa755328.jpg

[cakM3]

Got another two pieces of silver cube trim this afternoon....only 4 more to go to completely swap out my worn silver cube with fresh trim pieces.

Also installed 6000k HID fogs as soon as I got home from work....

[nike001]

The dealer had a spare set of tan all season mats.. so I'm currently in the process of seeing if plasti-dip will do anything good for them since I don't think i'd be able to handle the tan

[johnrando]

Updated my project thread. Installed the Sprint Booster and it works! Just a quick trip round the block, but I really like throttle response so far.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4241-Jet-Black-ZHP-quot-Mini-quot-Mod-A-Palooza&p=118225#post118225

[Hermes]

Congrats, so third time was the answer

[cakM3]

Glad to hear that you finally got the sprint booster sorted out on your ZHP John!

[johnrando]

Glad to hear that you finally got the sprint booster sorted out on your ZHP John!


Congrats, so third time was the answer

Thanks. Third time was the charm.

[Stu]

http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/1457/unledcag.th.png (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/204/unledcag.png/)

Found this. I'm probably going to order one this week so I can get my car back up and running. If the glass is good, I can sell the backing and the glass to offset the cost.

If only BMW didn't change around those stupid connectors and just let them be, I could have some M3 mirrors :(

They've got...

6-pin
12-pin cable
12-pin ribbon

Guess who has the harder one to find? Me with the 12-pin ribbon ><

[billschusteriv]

Had my mechanic change out the leaking OEM metal impeller water pump w 16k miles on it in 45 minutes.

That includes pulling up, tearing down, pressure testing, picking parts from my old block, installing, pressure testing and putting everything back together.

How could this get any better? No funds exchanged hands this time.

Blackberry. Tapatalk.

[danewilson77]

Had my mechanic change out the leaking OEM metal impeller water pump w 16k miles on it in 45 minutes.

That includes pulling up, tearing down, pressure testing, picking parts from my old block, installing, pressure testing and putting everything back together.

How could this get any better? No funds exchanged hands this time.

Blackberry. Tapatalk.

Total win.

[Sockethead]

Had my mechanic change out the leaking OEM metal impeller water pump w 16k miles on it in 45 minutes.

That includes pulling up, tearing down, pressure testing, picking parts from my old block, installing, pressure testing and putting everything back together.

How could this get any better? No funds exchanged hands this time.

Blackberry. Tapatalk.
The water pump is really easy to swap out... The o-ring instead of a gasket is a great design...

[Hermes]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/0dc27a13.jpg

[danewilson77]

Ha! +7Hp!!!!

Say....how hard was it to get that on.....hehe?

[S85FTW]

Honestly, I couldn't tell you if they made a difference or not. I swapped out the 16" winter setup for the 135s at the same time so the feel of the car changed dramatically. I was on the 16s for so long that I completely forgot what it was like to have tight steering!

Right now the car feels amazing, so I would attribute some of that to the Meyels.

I'll have a new thread up of the cars progress since last year in a few days when I get back from VA. She sure is lookin' purty!


DROID2>YourPhone

Honestly I would attribute most of that to the Meyle's. When I swap from my winter setup (17" rims) to my summer setup (19" VMR's), I thought the wheels were going to fall off the car driving on 95 north immediately after the swap. Turns out everything was torqued properly, car just felt every crack much much more and unevenness in the pavement dramatically more.

[mr hish]

just ordered the m3 foot rest for my zhp :)

[danewilson77]

just ordered the m3 foot rest for my zhp :)

That's gonna look sawheeet!

[mr hish]

yea i know it is going to look amazing :p

[Hermes]

Ha! +7Hp!!!!

Say....how hard was it to get that on.....hehe?

Huge PITA, took me a while to figure it out before I started

[danewilson77]

Huge PITA, took me a while to figure it out before I started

Yeah...they were a bear to install. I love hearing the installation stories that go with these stickers.

[Hermes]

The smaller part of the A and the top left corner of the Z were the hardest. I started on the right side and worked my way left

[adam_shifflett]

Refinished wheels-
Old
http://tapatalk.com/mu/46a04b05-efdc-c354.jpg

New
http://tapatalk.com/mu/46a04b05-eff5-003f.jpg

Those pictures could be better. I'll try to get a better one

[danewilson77]

Refinished wheels-
Old
http://tapatalk.com/mu/46a04b05-efdc-c354.jpg

New
http://tapatalk.com/mu/46a04b05-eff5-003f.jpg

Those pictures could be better. I'll try to get a better one

Post refinish process.....please.

Those look great Adam.

[S85FTW]

Put my new ZHP shift knob in ($55 bucks! Yes!) and created my own new shift boot with the 5 yards of black microsuede sitting in my apartment... if I was good enough of upholstery I would do the headliner, steering wheel A Pillars and Inner door seals with this fabric.

[adam_shifflett]

I'll post a DIY on it with some more higher quality pictures.

[mikeyb74]

I fixed my driver's side parking light and found out that the bracket on the POS Depo P46 that holds the parking light is missing. It's always something with either crappy parts or my e46.

[danewilson77]

I'll post a DIY on it with some more higher quality pictures.

Copy.

[johnrando]

Picked up my valet key for my car at South Bay BMW. Got a couple of compliments on my car from salesmen while there. It's always nice to hear that from people who are used to dealing with much more expensive and newer cars. But, in the back of my mind, I'm always wondering if they are really just fishing to see if they could work me into a deal for something newer. You know, like they are looking for this type of conversation: "nice car". "Thanks, but it needs work". "Well then, I can get you into a .......".

[aurelius]

How much for the valet key?

[johnrando]

Valet key was $68, pricey but worth it because of what it potentially protects in my glove box/trunk.

[das boots]

just ordered the m3 foot rest for my zhp :)

Please do show on how you will install the footrest.

[johnrando]

For my footrest, I just drilled though what was there and installed right on top, no issues. I've seen some installs that talk about removing the original footrest but I saw no need. (Not the BMW brand ones).

EDIT: wrong pic. will post right one.
EDIT2: Can't find pic. It's in post #2 of this thread.
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4241-Jet-Black-ZHP-quot-Mini-quot-Mod-A-Palooza/page2

[webster]

Please do show on how you will install the footrest.

all it is are a couple screws and then 15-20 mins of cursing and fiddiling with it to get the original footrest out. putting the new one in is a snap once you get the old one out.

[das boots]

Is he ordering a new footrest? If it is, then the M3 footrest are built and installed differently.

[webster]

same install. same size and shape as OEM E46 footrest.

[Hornung418]

same install. same size and shape as OEM E46 footrest.
Truth.

[az3579]

Action shots FTW!

Need more jacks.

I didn't see any jackstands :shifty

The jackstands weren't necessary. Chad's father had made custom beams that he put between the front jack roller and the bottom of the lifting arm that would prevent the arm from falling if it were to fail. I'd get under that car all day, any day; looked like a very solid piece of "engineering".

[S85FTW]

My OEM shifter before replacement:
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a67/krisgt30/fcd7031d.jpg
My new shift boot:
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a67/krisgt30/47d3e873.jpg
My new shift knob (now I am no longer kung fu gripping my shifter so it doesnt look like poop)
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a67/krisgt30/c89f97bb.jpg

[danewilson77]

The jackstands weren't necessary. Chad's father had made custom beams that he put between the front jack roller and the bottom of the lifting arm that would prevent the arm from falling if it were to fail. I'd get under that car all day, any day; looked like a very solid piece of "engineering".

OK...just concerned with safety.



SH330CI > Great looking work right there.

[Hornung418]

Failed attempt to remove my GM5 for repair...also closed my trunk with my battery disconnected...forgot I could open it with my keys LOL. Spent a while trying to get into the trunk through the ski bag...:facepalm

Trying again tomorrow if I can open my passenger door.

[danewilson77]

Failed attempt to remove my GM5 for repair...also closed my trunk with my battery disconnected...forgot I could open it with my keys LOL. Spent a while trying to get into the trunk through the ski bag...:facepalm

Trying again tomorrow if I can open my passenger door.

Lmao.

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[webster]

hahahaha, i did the same thing during my Intake install. spent at least 5 minutes freaking out before realizing the trunk has a keyhole. hadn't opened a trunk manually in probably 7 years.

[Stu]

My OEM shifter before replacement:


Wow that makes a bigger difference than I thought. $50 from Tischer? Not bad.

Haha, from the first picture, I thought that was your new shift knob shrink-wrapped :blink

Also: AWESOME USB charger mod. Please do tell how you did that :) I never use my cigarette lighter for anything else anyway.

[Hermes]

AWESOME USB charger mod. Please do tell how you did that :) I never use my cigarette lighter for anything else anyway.

they're on Amazon, use the affiliate link (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?229-List-of-Affiliate-Advertisers-at-ZHP-Mafia) so we get credit. search for Griffin Powerjolt Dual Universal USB Micro (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042B9U8Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B0042B9U8Q), its like $10

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31mRW6CbCZL._SS500_.jpg

[johnrando]

they're on Amazon, use the affiliate link (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?229-List-of-Affiliate-Advertisers-at-ZHP-Mafia) so we get credit. search for Griffin Powerjolt Dual Universal USB Micro (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0042B9U8Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B0042B9U8Q), its like $10

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31mRW6CbCZL._SS500_.jpg

Used to have one of these, it was so small I lost it. lol

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I have one of those. Work great.

Thanks, JP, for pimping the affiliate links. I have coded your post so that the link goes to the product page and gives us credit.

[Hermes]

look what I just realized was sitting at my front door...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/2e7a91e7.jpg

[S85FTW]

Used to have one of these, it was so small I lost it. lol

I love this thing, I can charge my iphone, my gps, my blackberry, anything that I want without having to buy specific car chargers. A great investment.

[SC4ME]

A complete wash and wax. Really needed it, I was embarrased!

[Hornung418]

look what I just realized was sitting at my front door...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/2e7a91e7.jpg
Looks like a pro dry drop-in filter :)

[Hermes]

Looks like a pro dry drop-in filter :)

nope, Dynamic Air Scoop (which fits on a Step even with that little fan in front of the radiator)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/4b8eb4d1.jpg

[Stu]

Ordered a new mirror :)

It's 9-wire, glossy base, no damage (supposedly). I'm assuming mine is also the same, I looked for the exact part online (2-door, high-gloss finish, driver's side, memory, no folding) from 2003+. It should be here this week, crossing my fingers it's the right part :fingerscrossed

Anyone know how to remove the mirror cover so I can swap over the right color?

Edit: google ftw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Os7HRSDzHnw

[Hornung418]

Stu, you have to remove the door card and the rest should just present itself.

Glad you found the potentially right replacement for your baby!

[bullfrogs_M3]

Got the ride (and the X5) this:
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41xHkev4GdL._SL500_AA300_.jpg
PLUS
3 sets of auto-shut quick disconnects
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ODeo3S-1L._SL500_SS100_.jpg
PLUS
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41IqEeWaZbL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

[kpro]

I vacuumed out the interior, put in new black carpet BMW floor mats, Bought some BMW car shampoo (lol). Over the weekend Rob installed the UUC EVO 3 short shifter and DSSR, I LOVE IT!!!!!!! Also have the ZHP shift knob on order for my car with 5-spd pattern since my car is a fake :)

Now I need to take care of the light that popped on this morning...its a box with a chimney on it and waves inside :( not cool.

[webster]

i want that SSK so bad! congrats on the install. can't wait to get that done too...eventually.

[coby1]

changed door pannels put on blk arms and some alcantara changed door acutator/ then when door lock still didnt work had to replace the g5 moduels now door locks work correctly again (after about 1 year of putting it off)

[zj96sc]

Wow that 2 tone looks fantastic.

edit: think its time to adjust your e-brake...i think if it moves over 10 clicks its out of whack and yours looks way high.

[nike001]

changed door pannels put on blk arms and some alcantara changed door acutator/ then when door lock still didnt work had to replace the g5 moduels now door locks work correctly again (after about 1 year of putting it off)

Perfect interior! I don't like the gray..and my black interior has too much black. I've kinda been wanting to do something like this.

BTW Clean wraps!! Where did you get them done?! :D

[Stu]

nope, Dynamic Air Scoop (which fits on a Step even with that little fan in front of the radiator)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/4b8eb4d1.jpg

Ooooo that's awesome. That's a really sweet mod. I just looked it up, I really like the concept. The only thing that would worry me is, could water potentially get sucked into the engine during heavy rain?

[webster]

BTW Clean wraps!! Where did you get them done?! :D

he does them himself lol. visit the site in his signature.

[danewilson77]

Coby...interior is great.

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[jayjay_dee]

just ordered (ECSTuning.com):

- "M" aluminum dead pedal - black
- Underseat First Aid box and mounting bracket
- Oil filter kits

will be ordering tonight (AdvanceAutoParts.com - thru affiliate link):
- 3M Lens renewal kit
- NGK Laser Platinum Spark Plug (6)
- Mobil1 European Car Formula 0W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil (7 qts)
- Autocraft Portable Hand Lamp

100K miles is coming really really soon so im pampering her a bit...

what else am I missing?

[S85FTW]

Go NGK Iridium!!!!!

[HokieZHP]

Ooooo that's awesome. That's a really sweet mod. I just looked it up, I really like the concept. The only thing that would worry me is, could water potentially get sucked into the engine during heavy rain?

I doubt it. I drove through a freakin monsoon on my way up to school in august with my scoops on and didn't have any issues.

[nike001]

he does them himself lol. visit the site in his signature.

You didn't get the joke.. Lol

[coby1]

[QUOTE=zj96sc;118986

edit: think its time to adjust your e-brake...i think if it moves over 10 clicks its out of whack and yours looks way high.[/QUOTE]

Thanks lol yea i know..... but another project popped up i had seen some busted up xenon lights at the junkyard when i was getting my door pannels(and various nic nacks) so i went back and the yard mgr gave them to me for 20.00 ea i know they are not too pretty but i plugged them in and they both work so will try to swap them over to the good holders i have already and see what happens.

[danewilson77]

You didn't get the joke.. Lol

Right over my head as well.

[webster]

oh, should have noted the smiley for sarcasm. heh

[mikeyb74]

I talked to a dealer about trade in for the e46.

[billschusteriv]

Hmmmmm.... Do we get to guess what will replace the touring?

[mikeyb74]

Hmmmmm.... Do we get to guess what will replace the touring?

Well I already posted one option. There is a few more.

[billschusteriv]

I saw eeet. Mini Cooper S. :drool

:chuck

[HokieZHP]

Pre-BMW mini or post-BMW mini?

[mikeyb74]

Pre-BMW mini or post-BMW mini?

Post...

[cakM3]

I got this for the ///M :devilish

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_1391-2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_1947-2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_1946-1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_1948-2.jpg

Will be getting a carbon fiber CSL console within the week for the ///M - looks like this :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/8-1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo-17-2.jpg

[HokieZHP]

Post...

Oh gotcha. I drove a 2003 Mini S Works kit and loved it. I'm not a huge fan of the newer ones but then again they are completely different cars, literally. They just share the almost same body.

[kpro]

cakM3...can you please tell me where you bought that trim kit? Thanks sir :)

[Hermes]

cakM3...can you please tell me where you bought that trim kit? Thanks sir :)

Looks like bimmian from the first pic


Charlie, are you gonna relocate the side mirror control?

[Stu]

They sent me the wrong part :/ This is not a high-gloss finish, it is matte. This does not match my original mirror at all....I am really hoping they can work with me and get a refund, because $175 down the drain is not going to work for me :/ And the bases are not swappable.

[danewilson77]

They sent me the wrong part :/ This is not a high-gloss finish, it is matte. This does not match my original mirror at all....I am really hoping they can work with me and get a refund, because $175 down the drain is not going to work for me :/ And the bases are not swappable.

Keep us filled in. I wanna make sure you're happy.

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[Hermes]

I guess I should get ready for this weekend...





http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/ZHP%20Photos/IMG_1984.jpg
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYBODY AND BE SAFE!!!

[S85FTW]

Its going to snow here so I doubt I will take the zhp anywhere tomorrow night :(

[kayger12]

Washed her- just to take her to a wedding- even though I knew I'd be driving home in the rain...

Cause that's what she deserves.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Washed her- just to take her to a wedding- even though I knew I'd be driving home in the rain...

Cause that's what she deserves.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Agree.

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[cakM3]

I guess I should get ready for this weekend...





http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/ZHP%20Photos/IMG_1984.jpg
HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYBODY AND BE SAFE!!!

Hermes, nice haloween pic :thumbsup

[SureShot434]

Washed her- just to take her to a wedding- even though I knew I'd be driving home in the rain...

Cause that's what she deserves.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.


I did the same thing the other night lol

:like

Just ordered these from autohaus az

http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll95/eidref_bucket/IMG0074A.jpg

and a Fender mat as well lol

:roundel

[cakM3]

cakM3...can you please tell me where you bought that trim kit? Thanks sir :)

Kristen, I got my carbon fiber trim pieces from bimmian.com. The company that manufactured these trim pieces are AutoCarbon. These are full carbon fiber trim pieces that overlay onto the actual trim pieces. I liked the quality of these trim pieces. Hope this helps :thumbsup

Mine are more set up on a permanent basis rather than being taped on...

[cakM3]

Looks like bimmian from the first pic


Charlie, are you gonna relocate the side mirror control?

Hermes,

I'm leaving the mirror control where it's at. Not making holes on the console so there will be a mark as you can see. If I am ever lucky enough to get the CSL door panels, then I will relocate my mirror controls here...

[das boots]

Installed E46 M3 strut brace after I sanded it down and re-paint.

[cakM3]

Looks nice :thumbsup

[Stu]

Sorry to keep spamming this thread with a pseudo-progress thing, but I think I did order the right part!

Got some polishing compound and polished the base real good. My buffing pad is practically black, and the base is shiny and glossy now :) When I head back to my parent's house, I'll compare the two and see if I am content. Currently waiting for the wax to dry, and I'll see how it turns out.

Edit: Wow, turned out amazing. I'll buff it a little bit more after I install it, but it looks basically brand-new! McGuires compound + wax ftw

[zhpnsnv]

This was last weekend, before stupid winter hit:

Washed it up along with the family 335d.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a107/mbcoops/a0287b7d.jpg

I realized that as much as I like AW, I hated washing it. Soap suds are coincidentally the same color, making it difficult to see if you've effectively rinsed the car. Water is transparent, which makes it difficult to see if you've effectively dried the car. I prefer to care for dark colors that aren't black. Red is a color I can deal with.

Also washed up the MINI and put a layer of wax on - much needed attention:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a107/mbcoops/2d8cb1b8.jpg

[danewilson77]

All cars = perfect.

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[Johnmadd]

This was last weekend, before stupid winter hit:

Washed it up along with the family 335d.

http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a107/mbcoops/a0287b7d.jpg

I realized that as much as I like AW, I hated washing it. Soap suds are coincidentally the same color, making it difficult to see if you've effectively rinsed the car. Water is transparent, which makes it difficult to see if you've effectively dried the car. I prefer to care for dark colors that aren't black. Red is a color I can deal with.

Also washed up the MINI and put a layer of wax on - much needed attention:
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a107/mbcoops/2d8cb1b8.jpg

Damn, that mini is as shiny as it gets.

[kayger12]

Looking great.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[GMATT]

Marc...........nice stable of cars!:like

[zhpnsnv]

Thanks all. Today - I clean off snow.

[Scorpius]

hahah that's totally awesome! What'd you use to make the fangs? White tape? any problems with them coming off when you drive highway speeds?

[webster]

stretched her legs a bit on the freeway, and picked up a can of seafoam and a dial tire gauge w/ bleeder valve. will run the seafoam through the gas tank on the next fill-up

[cakM3]

Cleaned off the snow this afternoon :biggrin

[Hermes]

hahah that's totally awesome! What'd you use to make the fangs? White tape? any problems with them coming off when you drive highway speeds?

Me? They're just white printer paper, covered the back with rolled up blue painters tape. They haven't come off yet but I doubt it will stick for much longer, maybe another day or two

[Scorpius]

Me? They're just white printer paper, covered the back with rolled up blue painters tape. They haven't come off yet but I doubt it will stick for much longer, maybe another day or two

i actually have some of the corregated plastic like they use for small outdoor signs. I could cut that out with the lines running parrallel to the ground and then wire them onto the grill. lol....i have tensioners and a OFH to do today....i might play with this if all that goes well.

[echo46]

Well today I put my sweet new Stett intake boots on my whip. I have to say that the fit is very very tight. It fits but seems like it is a few mm too long. However, they look really good. Also did the expansion tank. Early in the summer I replaced the rest of the cooling system. I had a little trouble getting upper rad hose onto the expansion tank. Just wouldn't seat properly. After much wiggling, pleading, pushing and praying it seems like it went on correctly. Topped up the expansion tank and took her out for a spin. Everything seems copasetic. Going out to pick up some Sushi so I will put the beast through its paces to make sure everything is tight.

[kayger12]

Pics please!

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[Hornung418]

Derrick, the cool thing about the Stett boots or any silicon boot, you can trim it to fit. The mold is a little bit larger so there is room for error. Just square off the amount that needs to be removed and shave it to the prescribed fitment :) Good luck!

[danewilson77]

Echo = Derrick

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[Hornung418]

Copy. Edited :)

[echo46]

Ahh, I was thinking about trimming them a bit but was afraid I would mess something up. Alas, still have the warm start-up issue. I'm really starting to think it is some kind of fuel issue. Once the car is started it drives perfect. I will keep trouble shooting.

[llll1l1ll]

Wash and wax plus Rain-X! I used Meguiar's Gold Class wax. Car looks grrreeeaat!

http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTt1CwEiVDRwByvXo-B7zTPKhTO-K1mXxeZ0pbk-Q16tV2kYS23

[danewilson77]

Love Tony the Tiger.

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[echo46]

What type of tool would you use to shave the boot? Would you shave it at the MAF or the throttle body? Pics will be forthcoming when doing the shave,

[Hornung418]

X-acto knife is what i used to trim my long intake tube.

[echo46]

Roger that, thanks.

[danewilson77]

I would shave it (if I had to) on the MAF side. Careful though...I think there is a "designed" joint there as well.

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[echo46]

Really, what should I be looking for on the MAF side. I now realize that you can't shave it at the throttle body due to the tab that fits over the throttle body. I'm not sure what design joint is on the MAF side.

[danewilson77]

The plastic piece that joins both boots, I thought had some mating "grooves" in it?

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[echo46]

Yes, you are correct, so guess I would have to cut it where it attaches to the MAF.

[xtremecro]

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

Where u get the grills

[das boots]

Better still...what are the dimensions?

[carsontl]

This last saturday:

1. Replaced valve cover gasket (old one snapped into a dozen pieces taking it out)
2. Replaced spark plugs (old ones were def worn)
3. Replaced cabin micro filter (old one was almost completely full of nasty)

My inspection timer also went to 0 and the SES came on, is it easy to turn the SES light off? I found a guide on resetting the inspection timer but I don't know if that's gonna turn off the SES light.

[danewilson77]

This last saturday:

1. Replaced valve cover gasket (old one snapped into a dozen pieces taking it out)
2. Replaced spark plugs (old ones were def worn)
3. Replaced cabin micro filter (old one was almost completely full of nasty)

My inspection timer also went to 0 and the SES came on, is it easy to turn the SES light off? I found a guide on resetting the inspection timer but I don't know if that's gonna turn off the SES light.

Ses would need to be reset with an obd-ii code reader.

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[Hermes]

Just picked up a GMGNHLPB, thought I should put my plate on for the first time ever

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/694b0806.jpg

EDIT: test fit before I put real plate on

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/a5ae6907.jpg

[danewilson77]

gominigo FTW!

[S85FTW]

Boo wings!!! I am a Devils fan (weird I know, especially considering I am originally from the Bronx). I did have the pleasure of going to the Joe last year for a season game against the Predators.

[Hermes]

It's all good, one of my good friends growing up is a Devils fan too. At least you're a hockey fan, I have friends that have no clue about hockey at all

[HokieZHP]

I removed the giant bird crap on my hood with some Turtle Wax bug and tar remover and it worked like a charm. Now my hood is nice and shiny and the rest of the car is dirty and water spotted. Will be giving it a full cleaning before heading to VIR this weekend assuming it doesn't rain.

[iZHP]

replaced the battery...car couldn't start and needed to be jumped. The battery was original, 8.5 years old.

[thesixsins]

I hit 39,000 miles

[das boots]

Oh, oh! I still have the original battery with 108k on the clock. Nearing it's life's end. My '03 530i (with 11/02 build date) met the battery's end early this year....after 8 years. Replaced with Interstate.

[Sockethead]

Oh, oh! I still have the original battery with 108k on the clock. Nearing it's life's end. My '03 530i (with 11/02 build date) met the battery's end early this year....after 8 years. Replaced with Interstate.
113k on original battery in '05.... I wonder how long it will last? 8.5 yrs is incredible for a battery.

[ryankokesh]

Stopped by the dealer and picked up a replacement for my #3... turn signal bulb kept popping out of the darn thing!

http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/i/z/260.png

[nike001]

Ruined it.

I've noticed I have a good amount of oil leaking through my VCG. So I figured that I didn't tighten it up enough to keep the oil in when I did my Vanos a few weeks ago. Set the torque wrench to 10Nm and popped one of the top bolts. Loosened and tightened them all back to 10Nm.. but now one of the bolts has oil that spews everywhere.

My engine bay is a messsss ugh

[Hornung418]

Dalton, are you still selling your ZHP? I think if you could pull the motor and fix it on a stand, that would be best for your current woes (Oil consumption/leaks and whatnot) Winter is close and you have a garage ;)

[cakM3]

I received this in the mail this afternoon...:biggrin Don't mind the mess everyone....was excited to get this...:thumbup

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


http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/CSLconsoleBox2.jpg


A carbon fiber (1x1 weave) CSL Center console from Scorza for the ///M :thumbsup

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

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/CSLConsole1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/CSLConsole2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/CSLconsole3.jpg

These guys also make a full carbon fiber Arquay front lip spoiler for the MTec II bumper...:thumbsup
Here's the link: http://www.oakvillemotorwerks.com/shop/index.php?p=product&id=1464&parent=0 (http://www.oakvillemotorwerks.com/shop/index.php?p=product&id=1464&parent=0)

[nike001]

Dalton, are you still selling your ZHP? I think if you could pull the motor and fix it on a stand, that would be best for your current woes (Oil consumption/leaks and whatnot) Winter is close and you have a garage ;)

Nope, Not really set on selling at this point now. Low ball offers are low ball offers.

I wish I can pull the engine, but it's my DD to school/work everyday. If I did pull the engine then I wouldn't be really sure what to do besides a total tear down and rebuild. Wouldn't really be worth pulling it to just fix my oil leak from my VCG lol

[S85FTW]

That is one solidly constructed piece of fiber Charlie... I ordered a CF arqray from Eurospec months ago, only to never receive it. I had to file a complaint with the BBB, find their phone number, bombard them with emails to get some sort of update. 60 days later, got my money back. I will give these guys a shot in the spring.

[cakM3]

I am about to pull the trigger on this as well. I personally know the owner of Scorza and he has contacts with Oakvillmotorwerks. They do good work from what I have seen. Most likely will get this sometime in January and then have it put on in spring....just in time for the annual ZHP Mafia reunion...:biggrin

The CSL bootlid you see on my ///M in the sig below came from Scorza/Oakvillemotorwerks when I purchased it. I get lots of complements on my bootlid from people when they see it. :thumbsup I can only imagine that the Arquay lip will also look good but I will have mine covered with laminate so the CF doesn't get chipped like my Strass lip has....

[webster]

got new C pillars and dash bracket today and installed it all. total time of about 2 hours but i'm slow. interior looks much much better now. no saggy felt pillars and no scratched up ash tray cover!

[S85FTW]

I am about to pull the trigger on this as well. I personally know the owner of Scorza and he has contacts with Oakvillmotorwerks. They do good work from what I have seen. Most likely will get this sometime in January and then have it put on in spring....just in time for the annual ZHP Mafia reunion...:biggrin

The CSL bootlid you see on my ///M in the sig below came from Scorza/Oakvillemotorwerks when I purchased it. I get lots of complements on my bootlid from people when they see it. :thumbsup I can only imagine that the Arquay lip will also look good but I will have mine covered with laminate so the CF doesn't get chipped like my Strass lip has....

Good to know, thanks for the info on the trunk too, I was looking for a CSL trunk that fits flush. I was thinking of going back to the oem hood, throwing a cf arqray and cf csl trunk on. If you ever are looking for a tiag CF hood for the M3 I would consider selling it to a mafia member come time for the annual meet.

[danewilson77]

Tons of win going on in this thread. Well done.

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[cakM3]

Good to know, thanks for the info on the trunk too, I was looking for a CSL trunk that fits flush. I was thinking of going back to the oem hood, throwing a cf arqray and cf csl trunk on. If you ever are looking for a tiag CF hood for the M3 I would consider selling it to a mafia member come time for the annual meet.

Let's meet up this weekend.....hmmmm! That's a thought....either Saturday or Sunday....I will bring the ///M and you can see the bootlid in person. There's a story with it but I will tell it to you in person....:) If it's Sunday then I will have my CSL center console mounted by then...:) You can ask BP about my ///M... he has seen it close and personal several times...:)

Send me a PM :thumbsup


Yep Dane....FTW :thumbsup

[S85FTW]

PM sent sir :hi

[cakM3]

Sounds like you got your work cut out.....

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

Dane,

These pic are for you brutha :thumbsup

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

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo-19.jpg

[Meric]

Dane,

These pic are for you brutha :thumbsup

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

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo-19.jpg

OW my gawd what is that thing for?

BTW today i washed her. Mmm i love how clean it looks.

[cakM3]

Meric,

This is the center console that the CSLs came with. I will be replacing my center console in my ///M with this. Ultimately I will get the CSL door panels as well as Recaro Sportster CS seats.

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ScreenShot2011-11-02at103740PM.png

Might consider reupholstering my M3 seats to cloth/alcantara to swap into my sedan...:)

[S85FTW]

I just bought the center console as well ;)

[danewilson77]

My card makes your cf look great....hehe.

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[Hermes]

Charlie, any reason not to get the OEM CSL seat? the Recaro looks real close and I do like them. I'm guessing they OEM ones are expensive as hell and/or hard to find

http://www.audi4life.com/images/BWM/M3/2003_BMW_M3_CSL_E46_6.jpg

[cakM3]

dannng! Ended up getting heated Aspheric- Euro version mirrors for the ///M this evening....OEM part costing $93.98 :biggrin

Here is the link for those using OEM M3 side mirrors :thumbsup http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-BMW-E90-E91-E92-E87-Mirror-Glass-HEATED-BOTH-SIDES-/260817689821?hash=item3cb9f21cdd&item=260817689821&pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr#ht_5287wt_1050 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-BMW-E90-E91-E92-E87-Mirror-Glass-HEATED-BOTH-SIDES-/260817689821?hash=item3cb9f21cdd&item=260817689821&pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr#ht_5287wt_1050)

[cakM3]

Charlie, any reason not to get the OEM CSL seat? the Recaro looks real close and I do like them. I'm guessing they OEM ones are expensive as hell and/or hard to find

http://www.audi4life.com/images/BWM/M3/2003_BMW_M3_CSL_E46_6.jpg

Hermes,

You are correct on all accounts. The OEM CSL seats are very rare and expensive. Even though they were made by Recaro, the Sportster CS is a real close 2nd to the CSL seats and are sold commercially.

I would love to have these but not at the price they command....so sad......

Gawd! I love the CSL interior.......:drool:drool:drool:drool

Thanks for the pic....I just got my new desktop pic for the week :biggrin

[Hermes]

you got it, but I advise you go to here and get the full res version
http://www.audi4life.com/images/BWM/M3/2003_BMW_M3_CSL_E46_6.jpg

[Meric]

Meric,

This is the center console that the CSLs came with. I will be replacing my center console in my ///M with this. Ultimately I will get the CSL door panels as well as Recaro Sportster CS seats.



Might consider reupholstering my M3 seats to cloth/alcantara to swap into my sedan...:)

Oh AWESOME! Thank you for the info. Let us know when you install them. :)

[cakM3]

Oh AWESOME! Thank you for the info. Let us know when you install them. :)

CSL console will be in on Saturday... as for the M3 seats... that will be awhile.....perhaps a few years...:biggrin

[cakM3]

you got it, but I advise you go to here and get the full res version
http://www.audi4life.com/images/BWM/M3/2003_BMW_M3_CSL_E46_6.jpg

thanks Hermes! :thumbsup

[Hermes]

no prob, here are all the CSL pics from that site for anybody that wants them (basically I typed a filename that doesn't exist and it populated up a list of the ones that do)

2003 BMW M3 CSL E46 (http://www.audi4life.com/images/BWM/M3/2003_BMW_M3_CSL_E46_8.jpg)

[cakM3]

Thanks for the links Hermes :thumbsup Got the pics downloaded onto my laptop :biggrin .... need BMW eye candy for my upcoming trip...

[MrMaico]

Here's some good detail pics of a CSL I hosted for a guy in Oz a couple of years ago. He had just bought the car, check out the mileage!

http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/M3-CSL/12261748_ZzptvJ#874994925_CvGQh

The CSL consoles sure look nice but I could never give up my armrest. I use it most of the time.

I saw a Mitsu Evo last week and he had a set of Recaros, not sure which ones but they looked comfy!

Barry

[mr hish]

just bought i dont know what they are called but they are found when you open the door on coupes u find written on it bmw in silver ,i got them with ///M written instead and they look amazing ill post pics as soon as i install them.

[Hermes]

Oooooh, door sill panel. I was looking at those. Nice pickup

[HokieZHP]

<1000 miles... damn

Looks so clean too.

[webster]

just bought i dont know what they are called but they are found when you open the door on coupes u find written on it bmw in silver ,i got them with ///M written instead and they look amazing ill post pics as soon as i install them.

was thinking of getting those. but my cosmetic mods are done for the time being. would love to see your pics though!

[Go Horns!]

Oil change (Amsoil 5W-30) and Inspection I at the local indy. Got out the door for $103.50.

[billschusteriv]

Added 1 quart of oil. 1000 mile interval. Yay!

Blackberry. Tapatalk.

[cakM3]

I installed my CSL center console in the ///M this evening....posted additional pics and links in the product review section....very pleased...:biggrin

[das boots]

Installed the Homelink UGDO. Found out that there are no instructions in the E46 owner's manual for setting up with a garage opener. I had to get the owner's manual from my S.O.'s E39 5'er. It's got instructions for the Universal Transmitter for the G.O. Works good. Yabadabadooo....

[nike001]

Took off and re-installed my valve cover gasket after work today. I was in luck because I usually work until 12ish, eat, then go to class at 1. But my 1 o'clock was cancelled.. so I worked on my car until my 2:30 class. I think I fixed the leak..

[danewilson77]

Sweet! Were you able to see the problem?

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[nike001]

Nope, It wasn't clear. But I narrowed it down to be one of the frontmost bolts on the left side. One of the techs helped me out and put the whole cover in the parts washer inside the dealer and helped me place it back on.. with some silicone to help it bond :)

[Hornung418]

Took off and re-installed my valve cover gasket after work today. I was in luck because I usually work until 12ish, eat, then go to class at 1. But my 1 o'clock was cancelled.. so I worked on my car until my 2:30 class. I think I fixed the leak..
:fingerscrossed

[johnrando]

Drove it. Out of town Tuesday to today, and I missed my car. Always glad to come back home and drive it... especially after driving a Camry rental (not that there's anything wrong with that (Seinfeld joke)). Speaking of, I saw a Camry commercial, now with 268 HP. :facepalm

[Meric]

Drove it. Out of town Tuesday to today, and I missed my car. Always glad to come back home and drive it... especially after driving a Camry rental (not that there's anything wrong with that (Seinfeld joke)). Speaking of, I saw a Camry commercial, now with 268 HP. :facepalm

:facepalm :facepalm ...

[danewilson77]

:facepalm :facepalm ...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Funny/monday-motivators-5-1.jpg

[cakM3]

Nice Dane! :)

[Hermes]

Hahahaha...

I almost washed my car yesterday, it rained today (yes, real rain in SD. Doesn't happen much). Glad I didn't

[nike001]

Washed (warm water ftw) and then put another coat of Poorboys XXX wax on. Best wax I've used yet.

[S85FTW]

wiped the bird poop off of it after I got home from work :(

[cakM3]

wiped the bird poop off of it after I got home from work :(

Yeah Kris, I did the same thing when I was in Newport. Then I drove to the Naval base auto hobby shop and washed my ///M. My ZHP was safely tucked away in the garage today :)

[az3579]

Alignment.
Finally.

Brake+TC lights finally went off.

[ryankokesh]

Oh, I need an alignment... Do you guys prefer to do that at the dealer? I remember hearing about ballast and whatnot...?


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[az3579]

Oh, I need an alignment... Do you guys prefer to do that at the dealer? I remember hearing about ballast and whatnot...?


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Dealer = too much money.
I just had it done at Town Fair Tire.

Needless to say, they screwed up my tire balancing as now they vibrate at 60 when they didn't before. :shifty

[cakM3]

replaced my worn silver cube trim on the dash and shift surround with new "fresh" pieces. Got tired of looking at them...:biggrin

Interior lookin' much better now....:pimp

The retainer clip for the trim piece kept coming out so I replaced a few...
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo-20.jpg

This one was a bear to replace until I opened up my driver's door...

Here are the part numbers to the retaining clips for the trim pieces. This will also work on the doors for sedans...:thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo1-2.jpg

Now that annoying scratch that I always see from the sun is gone...:biggrin
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo2-4.jpg

Always love that ///M greet me when I enter my ZHP :drool
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/photo3-4.jpg

[az3579]

So today, I mastered the art of magic. I made silver cube trim appear before my eyes...

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/2011-11-05190705.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/2011-11-05190654.jpg


I think Charlie knows how that happened...

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[S85FTW]

So today, I mastered the art of magic. I made silver cube trim appear before my eyes...

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/2011-11-05190705.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/2011-11-05190654.jpg


I think Charlie knows how that happened...

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Looking good Botond! Nice meeting you today! Now I am waiting for the cops to come to my apartment.

[danewilson77]

Cleaned MAF sensor.

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[az3579]

I hope they nail the bastid. he/she can't do that and run; that's being a coward.
Good luck to you Kris...

[cakM3]

Botond, amazing transformation....lookin' real good:drool

Kris, hope everything turns out okay for you brutha!!!

[Hornung418]

Deets on Kris's issue?

[az3579]

Deets on Kris's issue?

Someone did a hit and run on his front bumper in the parking lot earlier today. Not damaged, but there is pretty nasty-looking scrape on the front and part of his carbon fiber hood (under the kidney) is scratched. Happened at his own home, to boot.

[S85FTW]

So I am going to try and not make too long of a post about this, but I got home and saw one of my neighbors outside (I live in an apartment complex in milford beach), so I asked them if they saw a white car parked next to mine today. The neighbor then tells me that there was a newer either white nissan or infiniti parked in front of me this morning. During that time I was in NY looking at wedding halls with the fiance. I look and there is noticeable damage to the front of the infiniti (spider web pattern on their front bumper, several scratches and a noticeable grey streak on their front bumper). It being dark, you can not see it really well in pictures but under a flashlight it is 100% evident. So, I called the cops. Long story short, regardless of the streak on their bumper, the damage to mine (with white paint on mine and grey on theirs), the police officer still said it was inconclusive. Basically my word and the neighbor vs them. :mad

Here are the pics
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Hard to tell because the pictures were taken at night, but under a flashlight there were visible blotches of TIAG on the front bumper.
2494

[danewilson77]

And the neighbor isn't being honest about it?

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[S85FTW]

Nope, really pisses me off. I really was thinking of applying a healthy amount of nail polish remover, box cutters and tack nails to various spots on their vehicle, but karma is a beeotch and will get them back.

[Hermes]

that sucks, from the pic it looks like you might be able to polish most of it out. It will prob still be there but you wouldn't be able to tell without looking close

[cakM3]

I had a feeling that the police would say that but at least you called them. It sucks that you have a neighbor that's a douche like that....sorry to hear Kris...

Bring your car to where I am and we can try to polish those marks out....I have compound and polish as well as a random orbital buffer....should be able to get most of it out...:)

[danewilson77]

Sorry to hear.

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[S85FTW]

Thanks Charlie and Dane, I will definitely make a stop up in RI one of these days, btw, the pic in your sig does not do your M3 any justice! :drool

[cakM3]

Thanks Kris...:) Door is always open brutha! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Got myself a set of Bosh Icons for the ZHP to use during winter. http://img.tapatalk.com/a68988c5-a326-9f7a.jpg

[nike001]

Redoing my gasket w/ silicone didn't work. Ugh. What's my next step? New gasket?

[danewilson77]

Redoing my gasket w/ silicone didn't work. Ugh. What's my next step? New gasket?

Yes


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[nike001]

Dyno graphs. Just got of maybe 5 minutes ago. Hyder(terra) is on now!
http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo37/bsktsk8ter9/bc33e6be.jpg
http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo37/bsktsk8ter9/4047a763.jpg

[Hornung418]

Interested to see his euro numbers! Also...why is he not a member on here?

[nike001]

I'm not sure. I'll try convincing him to sign up here

[Whitexi]

I cleaned it yesterday and got some wax on it.

Ordered new tires for it also.

[MrMaico]

Interested to see his euro numbers! Also...why is he not a member on here?

Actually he is. I've seen him post a few times. Been a while though.

[GSEN820]

FCAB, fuel filter, idle and tension pulley amazing what FCAB can make

[Hermes]

FCAB, fuel filter, idle and tension pulley amazing what FCAB can make

hey, good schieße. So Vince and you got it worked out.

BTW, I'm heading over to my buddy's house on Voltaire in a little while. Hit me up if you wanna stop by

[GSEN820]

Yea man got taken care of once again.

Sorry didn't read the site till now. Send me a text next time

[cakM3]

My ZHP's interior is getting steam cleaned and detailed today.....will look awesome when I get it back tomorrow afternoon :biggrin

[S85FTW]

Getting 2 front bmw performance strut bars ordered today for myself and another member on here. :p

For the price I got these two for I was going to buy 20 of them and put them on ebay, but unfortunately my connect cant get me high quantities without raising eyebrows. :(

[danewilson77]

What are you looking to get for the 2nd one?

[Hermes]

Getting 2 front bmw performance strut bars ordered today for myself and another member on here. :p

For the price I got these two for I was going to buy 20 of them and put them on ebay, but unfortunately my connect cant get me high quantities without raising eyebrows. :(

Which one, the aluminum or CF? I might be interested...

[S85FTW]

Cf, other one is spoken for already guys. Charlie called me asap this morning once I told him the price for the second one. Sorry :(

[Hermes]

I want one bad!! How much/can you get another? PM me

[bmw4life46]

My beloved ZHP got new headlight lenses, new bulbs (a good alternative to the burnt out zkw projectors helped a little bit),
angel eyes, black kidney grills, and resprayed rear diffuser that used to have wax marks all over it, looks great now!

This weekend I'll be ordering a euro tray and a BMW performance intake from bmwpartssource for $275

For those interested here's the link with the killer price http://bmwpartssource.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=AccessoryCatalog&catalogid=7880&siteid=216042&categoryID=167152&subcat1=172123&subcat2=172124

And on sunday she will be getting a full detail by me, and I might be putting on my winter setup depending on the weather!

[nike001]

woah! Puttin in work!! ^^

[bmw4life46]

Yup! More to come during this long winter!

[cakM3]

Cf, other one is spoken for already guys. Charlie called me asap this morning once I told him the price for the second one. Sorry :(

Kris,

I'm glad we talked earlier today :) Looking forward to meeting you again this Saturday :biggrin

[Hermes]

New England people FYI - I will be making a stopover in NY for the night on my way out of the US I think on Jan 4, will double check dates but I'm pretty sure that's right. Would like to actually meet as many people as possible for dinner/drinks in NYC. Let me know who's game...

[cakM3]

New England people FYI - I will be making a stopover in NY for the night on my way out of the US I think on Jan 4, will double check dates but I'm pretty sure that's right. Would like to actually meet as many people as possible for dinner/drinks in NYC. Let me know who's game...

JP, PM'd :thumbsup

[MrMaico]

Cf, other one is spoken for already guys. Charlie called me asap this morning once I told him the price for the second one. Sorry :(

Put me on the list if you can get any more.

Thanks.....Barry

[CERF04ZHP]

B&M SSK... Night. And. Day. Love it!

[webster]

B&M SSK... Night. And. Day. Love it!

nice and congrats! i purchased a UUC EVO3 SSK w/ DSSR last week but have yet to install it. thinking next week. i have thursday off, might take it in then.

[CERF04ZHP]

nice and congrats! i purchased a UUC EVO3 SSK w/ DSSR last week but have yet to install it. thinking next week. i have thursday off, might take it in then.

Good call. I heard that is the ULTIMATE set-up. I actually bought my B&M from a fellow Mafia member, new-in-box for under $100... I also have the UUC DSSR in there and that combined with the B&M makes for a very nice combo. I love the "KA-CHUNK" when it goes into gear, so knotchy and accurate.

[cakM3]

Got the euro M3 mirrors in the mail today :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/a6898aa8-f014-b301.jpg

[CERF04ZHP]

Got the euro M3 mirrors in the mail today :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/a6898aa8-f014-b301.jpg

LIKE!

[cakM3]

Also got a set of ZKW lens for retrofitting on the ///M :)

Also mounted "winter" tires for the ZHP :)

[danewilson77]

Changed oil(141k miles). Drained via pan this time. Next due will be 150k.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[Meric]

Only vacuum :(

[danewilson77]

LIKE!

Nice. I bet those were pricey, no?

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[cakM3]

Nice. I bet those were pricey, no?

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

Dane,

Got them from M3Forum website - cost $94 for the set. Had to get them. Now I have a set of mirrors for when I update the ZHP with OEM M3 side mirrors...:)

[danewilson77]

Dane,

Got them from M3Forum website - cost $94 for the set. Had to get them. Now I have a set of mirrors for when I update the ZHP with OEM M3 side mirrors...:)

That's a steal Charlie. I think my Euro mirrors were $195 each.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[cakM3]

That's a steal Charlie. I think my Euro mirrors were $195 each.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

Don't know what to think Dane....got the ZKW lens, euro mirrors, CSL CF console, and now the BMW Performance Strut Bar....this has been a lucky month for me.....:)

[redwagon]

Great afternoon today, finished with inspection II items and fluid changing time.....

1. Changed coolant- BMW blue
2. CHanged Diff fluid- redline synthetic, and found one plug was missing the crush washer, oops.
3. Changed Trans fluid- redline synthetic
4. Purged/bled brakes
5. Purged/Bled clutch- first time I've done this and it was a bit darker than i'd like to see.
6. Changed Power steering fluid (turkey baster method, old stuff was opaque and nasty looking)

now everything is healthy and happy!

BTW, as a comment, I wanted to change the flat rubber washers on my tranny plugs, and the dealer doesnt sell them seperately.....I'm supposed to buy new plugs to get the washers at $22 each......passed on that. Not critical, but anyone have a source?

Tim

[L0veZHP]

Changed VC Gasket, Spark plugs, and Fuel Filter. (and washed)

[cakM3]

Mounted my winter tires/wheels on the ZHP....now I'm ready for any snow :)

[llll1l1ll]

Yesterday, I got my CEL investigated and it turns out that it's running lean - probably due to the intake boot crack. So, today (or tomorrow) I'll be ordering the lower and upper intake boots as well as an air filter.

[danewilson77]

Yesterday, I got my CEL investigated and it turns out that it's running lean - probably due to the intake boot crack. So, today (or tomorrow) I'll be ordering the lower and upper intake boots as well as an air filter.

Get some carb cleaner and clean up that mucked ICV as well....and inspect your DISA.

[llll1l1ll]

I'm definitely planning on that!

[echo46]

Yea, check that damn DISA.

[llll1l1ll]

Damn DISA and it's lousy operation...

Edit: BOOM ordered the car parts!

[CERF04ZHP]

Mounted my winter tires/wheels on the ZHP....now I'm ready for any snow :)


I'm going to wait til after Thanksgiving... really stretching it out...

[cakM3]

I'm going to wait til after Thanksgiving... really stretching it out...

I hear you Channing but I was not going to take chances since the ZHP is always parked outside....it's a real "bear" trying to change out tires outside in the cold and wind where I live. The weather was okay enough that I figured I would get this out of the way now...:)

If anything, I can still take the ///M out for a spin for two...:biggrin

edit: I forgot to mention that I also picked up CSL specific items for my CSL center console. Finally! Got genuine CSL items to install in my ///M :biggrin

[jayjay_dee]

busy weekend for me:

- ///M dead pedal
- first aid box under driver's seat
- oil change
- ngk iridium spark plugs


fuel filter is waiting on the garage...

[johnrando]

busy weekend for me:

- ///M dead pedal
- first aid box under driver's seat
- oil change
- ngk iridium spark plugs


fuel filter is waiting on the garage...

Did you actually mount the first aid box with screws, and if so, where? Or, did you jut put it under the seat?

[Smilez]

Got three of my m-parallel hair line cracks repaired. brand new tires 215/35/18 all around.

[cakM3]

Researched part numbers for new mirror motors (ribbon connector type)

Driver's side: 67 13 6 946 313
Price: $212.84

Passenger's side: 67 13 6 946 314
Price: $212.84

Just putting this out in case anyone will need new motors for their ZHP or if they intend to do the M3 side mirror retrofit and desire to use new motors. Here is the info :thumbsup