Tech Session in San Diego (BMW of Vista) -- Another West Coast ZHPMafia.com Event (September 25, 2011)

[GSEN820]

FREE tech session at BMW of Vista (north San Diego).

When: September 25, 2011 (Sunday), at 10 am to 2pm.
Where: 1715 Hacienda Drive Vista, CA 92081.
Why: Because we're the ZHP Mafia and this is what we do.
Who: ZHPMafia.com members who own BMW vehicles (not confined to ZHPs).

Some four to five techs will be on hand to take care of us. We will be having a little BBQ, too.

This is not just any tech session. You will go through your car with a BMW Master Tech. Most of the times when you attend a tech session, one (and only one) car is selected and placed on the rack.

This will be different because all BMWs that attend will be looked at with you as a BMW tech goes through your vehicle.

And this note: you only need to own a BMW. It does not have to be a ZHP. However, you do need to be a ZHPMafia.com member to participate. :biggrin

1. Gary (GSEN820)
2. Marcus (Marcus-SanDiego)
3. Jeff (JHiggy)
4. Albert (tripod06)
5. Nelson (pleasecorrupt)
6. Lawrence (das boots)
7. Jorge (Jorge86)
8. Casey (CWithersMedia)
9. Gabe (Gheybe)
10.
11.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Gary, I will be there.

[danewilson77]

Pretty sweet opportunity.

[JHiggy]

Hi Gary, I'm interested. Thanks for posting the opportunity.

Jeff

[billschusteriv]

:thumbsup Nice! Thanks for putting this together Gary...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Gary called me yesterday and told me about this. Asked me if I thought that anyone would be interested. I told him that people are idiots if they are not interested. If you've got the free time, that's the only thing you're giving up, since no dollars will leave your pocket.

In addition to visually looking at the car, ZHP Mafia members will also be able to get their cars scanned for codes (assuming your car is throwing a code). Free.

[tripod06]

put me in. and i'll keep checking back for updates. i would really like to see this.

[GSEN820]

Thanks Marcus.

I think many will enjoy having your car gone through by a great mechanic. There are 22 racks in the shop (he has no problem with filling every one of them). We are working on getting it catered (up in the air as this will be out the pocket of the owner of the dealership).

The mechanic is a personal friend of mine who does all my work.

[Alphatek45]

Once again, west coast ftw. Enjoy guys. Take advantage of this one if you can.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Once again, west coast ftw. Enjoy guys. Take advantage of this one if you can.

Agree. This is a no brainer. Free. Possibly catered too? Sheessh. Where do I sign up? LOL.

I wouldn't be surprised to get some party crashers to this shindig.

[GSEN820]

If you have a 2002 tii bring it in to get inspected. e30,e36 bring it in. does not have to be ZHP fellas.


Does not matter as long as it is BMW it will be on a rack.

[GSEN820]

The shop has an Isetta 600 which he tuned and drove to test. The vehicle is owned by the dealership but he wanted it running perfect.

This is about a BMW running as it should.

[pleasecorrupt]

Have fun guys.

[das boots]

And this note: you only need to own a BMW. It does not have to be a ZHP.

Let me know the date and time. I am willing to learn on a prospective E46. I know Vista BMW. They were a great host for the BMW Club North County cruise. Great BBQ.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Have fun guys.

Nelson, are you still going? I don't see your original post where it said you and one other.

Let me know.

[Hermes]

I'm down, I might have a friend that wants to be in on this but I'll get back on that...

[ZSP-Mafia]

Count me in. Thanks for looking out Gary.

[tripod06]

This is getting more and more exciting

[johnrando]

Worth the drive, count me in. Thanks for the offer Gary! John

[johnrando]

Added my name.

[Jorge86]

I'll be there too.

[GSEN820]

You guys are awesome with all the interest this is generating.

So far a tentative date of Sep 25th has been mentioned. I will keep everyone posted as we are working out the details. I will be getting some work done on my car and getting the Boss involved too. You know he looks out for us, so I want to make sure I get his approval on this happening.

As for the event being on a Sunday there is a reason for this. The shop is closed on sundays, which means all the racks and attention are for the mafia. This is going to be our event and the mechanic wants to ensure that if 22 cars show up, he can take care of everyone. He is doing this because of his love and passion for BMW and enthusiast. Yes this is his day off and he wont be getting paid to come in and host us. We spoke briefly this morning and others in the dealership are exicted to come in on their day off. they want to see your cars as well as share stories and help answer any questions you all have.

I will keep everyone posted as I get more information and date/times are locked in.

[bullfrogs_M3]

Can someone explain what this actually will provide? I mean, other than having a tech look over your car, what is the benefit to this?

[danewilson77]

They are SHOWING youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu......gosh!

[GSEN820]

There are many DIY out there. I personally don't work on my car all that much. I do however have access to ask friends for their thought. If I have anything that needs to be done body work interior I call Dave from 2M Auto Body. Should I have suspension questions, I can call a friend that owns a suspension company. Should I have any issues with my car I call a friend that is a BMW Master Technician.

I go to a lot of the same as the Boss. I knew of this site way before being a member. In fact I went to bimmerfest in the same caravan (even have photos rolling next to each other) but never met Marcus. Yet we used the same shops and never met.

If you have ever been to a Tech Session, one car from the group goes on the rack. This is about everyone that shows up an opportunity to receive this service.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Gary, is it about identifying issues, too? In other words, why are people putting their cars on the rack? Or is this about putting it on the rack and helping people understand what they're looking at?

And if there are issues that are identified, what happens from there?

[GSEN820]

It is about identifying issues and helping understand what you are looking at.

If there are issues providing solutions as to fix DIY or anything like that.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good. Thanks. And if anyone needs work done cheap, we have a person there who will do it? :biggrin

[Hermes]

Change me to +1 please, my boy wants his e90 checked out but he's too lazy to create an account and RSVP himself

[danewilson77]

Change me to +1 please, my boy wants his e90 checked out but he's too lazy to create an account and RSVP himself

Damn. Ass whooping needs to happen.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Change me to +1 please, my boy wants his e90 checked out but he's too lazy to create an account and RSVP himself

Haha. Tell him this event is confined to ZHPMafia.com members. Really. And tell him he should be a member here anyhow. We're the friendliest car forum on Earth.

[Hermes]

I agree, he'll be over soon enough

[Hermes]

Just got a text, said he signed up and will post later. I think he's still at work

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Cool. Looking forward to meeting him. Thanks for humoring me, JP.

[Hermes]

Anytime.. Although I would ask the favor that your former car is in house so I can see my cars twin in the metal

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I will see if Scott wants to go.

[tripod06]

John, caravan down there when this happens? Wonder if Kevin will be interested in going. I may have some other BMWs that may want to partake in this but i will let them know they have to sign up and RSVP on here.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Sounds good, albert.


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[johnrando]

John, caravan down there when this happens? Wonder if Kevin will be interested in going. I may have some other BMWs that may want to partake in this but i will let them know they have to sign up and RSVP on here.

Yes, up for that.

[SC4ME]

Sounds like an awesome opportunity. Would love to join you guys and will if it isnt the end of Sept. I am in Europe during that time so sorry, have to honor previous plans!

[ZSP-Mafia]

It is about identifying issues and helping understand what you are looking at.

If there are issues providing solutions as to fix DIY or anything like that.

Also, knowing how everything works and connects under the car can be very useful for identifying future problems.

[C Withers Media]

I am in schedule pending.

[GSEN820]

Ok little update. The time will be 10am to 2pm Sept 25th.

We are looking at 4-5 Techs on hand to take care of us. We will be having a little BBQ on hand as well.

More to follow.

[tripod06]

Ok little update. The time will be 10am to 2pm Sept 25th.

We are looking at 4-5 Techs on hand to take care of us. We will be having a little BBQ on hand as well.

More to follow.

count me in. i got it penciled into the schedule books!!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

No worries, albert. Already had you on the list.


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[SoCaLNaTiVe]

I'm in for this event.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Cool. What's your first name?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

The first post has been updated.

[vincet330]

ZHP Mafia,

Hello my name is Vincent Tinoco, Shop Foreman at the all new BMW of Vista. I'd like to personally invite you to our brand new dealership for the ZHPMafia Tech session.

We will be having this event from 10am to 2pm on September 25, 2011.
1715 Hacienda Drive
Vista, CA 92081

I will be having several staff on hand. Service advisor, Parts advisor as well as a few Master Technicians to assist for any of your BMW needs.

We will be including:

- BBQ with chips and drinks.
- Special ZHP Mafia discount for parts and/or labor.
- Tour of our new facility.
- Diagnostic scan using new ISIS diagnostic system on your car at no charge.
- Free Multi-Point Inspection by a BMW Master Technician.
- No charge for labor on A/C service, you just pay for any freon that is needed.
- Everyone who attends will recieve a parting gift and one lucky ZHP Mafia member will be leaving with a package of BMW Swag.

Everyone involved in this is a BMW enthusist and enjoys what they do. We are all excited to get together with other BMW enthusist and have a fun day filled with Food, drinks and BMW's.

I'd like to get some input from you all if there is any specific topics you would like covered or things you would like to see.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Vince, looks like you've covered a lot. That's a particularly good deal on the freon. Nice.

Looking forward to seeing you guys.


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[johnrando]

Vincent, thanks so much for hosting us. Really looking forward to this event. I'm interested in recognizing under-carriage/suspension issues, such as poor CABs, what to look for wrt shocks/springs, etc. My CABs were recently changed but for future reference. I'll PM you as well. John

[tripod06]

for those that are coming from the North bound areas (OC/LA/IE areas), should we all meet up and caravan it down?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Coming soon.

[Hermes]

So mad! I just found out that I have some stupid code and ethics training I have to be at the same day. I gotta cancel, not that I want to.

[danewilson77]

So mad! I just found out that I have some stupid code and ethics training I have to be at the same day. I gotta cancel, not that I want to.

I just ordered a lifesize cardboard cutout of Hermes from Amazon.....so you can take him, and he can be there in spirit.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[Hermes]

They have a FatHead of me on Amazon? I want one for my garage door so my car always knows I'm around

[danewilson77]

They have a FatHead of me on Amazon? I want one for my garage door so my car always knows I'm around

Lmao.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[Marcus-SanDiego]

JP, first the power outage. Now this!


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[tripod06]

I may be a +1 with a car. He has a 335. It's gorgeous!

What info do I need to give?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Tell him to sign up at zhpmafia.com. Members only event.

That's it.

Will see you soon, albert.


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[Hermes]

I just ordered a lifesize cardboard cutout of Hermes from Amazon.....so you can take him, and he can be there in spirit.

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

DW, look what I found (I'm bored and have no power):

http://www.fathead.com/custom/

[danewilson77]

DW, look what I found (I'm bored and have no power):

http://www.fathead.com/custom/

Nice! See?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

JP, send it to the meet on the 25th. hehe.

[GSEN820]

Welcome Vince thanks for getting on.

[tripod06]

will have him sign up and have him add himself to the list

[johnrando]

for those that are coming from the North bound areas (OC/LA/IE areas), should we all meet up and caravan it down?

I may end up going down early so I'm not sure yet. If I don't, let's do it.

[tripod06]

John !!! how could you leave me?! :(

[Marcus-SanDiego]

This is less than two weeks away.

[GSEN820]

There is a Giant TV with lots of chairs and awesome sound system for Football action too.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Good to know, Gary. Thanks.

[ZSP-Mafia]

I have to be at work in North Park by 1:00, but I'm probably still going to show, for an hour or so.

[das boots]

Just talked to Gary. he reminded me on this date. I will definitely attend. No matter if I will have my ZHP by then or not. But hopefully, I will have her. Crossing my fingers. But if not, I am still optimistic that I will learn a whole lot than what I do know now...which is zilch on E46. A time to network. And meet Vince in the flesh. :hi But ask me about E30, then that would be a different subject...LOL.

[johnrando]

Gary, I'm in. BTW, any ding repair guys going to be there? I've got 2 dings, dang-it!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Reminder that this is happening on Sunday.

[GSEN820]

Anyone coming to this event with the BSW system in their car????

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Does John have BSW?

[GSEN820]

I will ask about a "ding repair guy" I need the same on my 325

IDK Boss?????? hopefully he responds (JOHN)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

John, if there are no ding repair guys there, be sure to hit up Israel Hernandez while you're down here. You should call him today and make arrangements. Tell him that ZHP Mafia referred you. Ask about a discount.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1502-DentEZOut-San-Diego-Dent-%28ding%29-Removal-%28Paintless-Dent-Repair%29-Review

[Hermes]

I need to hit him up... So pissed I can't make it to this

[johnrando]

John, if there are no ding repair guys there, be sure to hit up Israel Hernandez while you're down here. You should call him today and make arrangements. Tell him that ZHP Mafia referred you. Ask about a discount.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1502-DentEZOut-San-Diego-Dent-%28ding%29-Removal-%28Paintless-Dent-Repair%29-Review

Thanks. Will do. BTW, I don't have BSW, have been thinking about it for a long time but I really need to hear it before I make that plunge.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

JR, thanks for the clarification. I knew there was something about you and BSW. And there we have it.

[tripod06]

i'm DYING to hear the BSW system in person one day. Oh and on a note about stereos, my left front tweeter is out, do you think that they can look at this for me?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

You will have to ask while you are there, Albert.

[GSEN820]

Sweet!!!!!!!!!! I am dying to hear the BSW. I know Vince has been wanting to hear it in person as well.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

As far as I know, no one has the BSW.

[johnrando]

As far as I know, no one has the BSW.


Sweet!!!!!!!!!! I am dying to hear the BSW. I know Vince has been wanting to hear it in person as well.

Yup. Gary, I think there was a miscommunication, no BSW that's going confirmed.

[GSEN820]

I see 13 regeistered for this event. I will be sending the final number of members up to Vista BMW so they are prepared for us.

If you are thinking about attending and want to go you have until Thursday to put your name down.

[johnrando]

Got in contact with Israel, he is not available for Tech Day.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

JR, did he say that he would not be available at all that day?

[johnrando]

JR, did he say that he would not be available at all that day?

Correct, not at all.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Cool. Thanks.

[Gheybe]

Count me in.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

See ya there, GM.

[Gheybe]

I think this is my first time meeting a lot of ZHPMafia members.



Bring ear muffs people.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

haha.

[johnrando]

Unfortunately now I'm out. Just found out I have two bad rear tires on the inside. Luckily a nail gave me a slow leak so when I went to get it fixed, you could see the interior damage with the car up in the air. I wouldn't have noticed it otherwise, without crawling under. One of them is showing metal... no way I'm going to drive to SD on that. Gonna take a couple of days to sort out options and get what I want installed. On top of that, I'm now flying out for a business trip on Sunday (very rare for me these days actually) so logistically it's getting complicated. I could have made it work, but not now with the tire issue too.

The ironic thing is that I might have driven (and made it) to SD on those tires, and I would have discovered the issue on Tech Day. Secondly, I'm not happy because I paid BMW for an alignment and the tires were in good shape, so they must have had something out of whack for them to deteriorate that quickly.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Sorry to hear that you'll be absent, JR. We'll catch you the next time. And, good luck with the tires. If you happen to get your tires at Discount, be sure to cut through the site (using the affiliate link) to get there. (<------ Shameless plug right there.) :biggrin

[johnrando]

Sorry to hear that you'll be absent, JR. We'll catch you the next time. And, good luck with the tires. If you happen to get your tires at Discount, be sure to cut through the site (using the affiliate link) to get there. (<------ Shameless plug right there.) :biggrin

I'm bummed that I won't be able to see you all and that I'll miss the Tech Day. And definitely Marcus, already scoped out who are sponsors were so that I use them if I buy online. :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Yeah. Maybe we'll just have to schedule a ZHP Mafia dinner down here. Maybe you can make it!

[johnrando]

Yeah. Maybe we'll just have to schedule a ZHP Mafia dinner down here. Maybe you can make it!

That would be great!

[GSEN820]

Sorry you wont be making it out John. Better to have found out about your tires now rather than on the road.

Mafia dinner?????

Im in for that Stone Brewery would be my vote. = )

[johnrando]

Sorry you wont be making it out John. Better to have found out about your tires now rather than on the road.

Mafia dinner?????

Im in for that Stone Brewery would be my vote. = )

Thanks. Me too. Agree, much better than on the road. Crazy though, I can't believe metal is showing! As far as Mafia Dinner, I'll leave the location up to you. Maybe since I'd be driving down, then back up, we could make it mafia lunch?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Yeah. We could do it on a Saturday. That way we could do lunch.

[tripod06]

John, I'm sad now :( who am I gonna caravan with? Well better you found out now and not later. Man this sounds like me that one time! lol but so glad you are getting it fixed. I'll miss you man!

[johnrando]

John, I'm sad now :( who am I gonna caravan with? Well better you found out now and not later. Man this sounds like me that one time! lol but so glad you are getting it fixed. I'll miss you man!

Thanks. You too bro!

[ZSP-Mafia]

I'm not gonna be able to make it either. :(

I have to be at work by noon now.

[pleasecorrupt]

Where are we meeting?

[Hermes]

I'm gonna try to stop by for a little during my lunch break but I won't be able to stay long (stupid training class...)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Where are we meeting?

We're going to meet at the dealership. 10 AM sharp.

[pleasecorrupt]

Somehow managed to think it was today, got there and still saw a zhp or two lol.

[danewilson77]

Somehow managed to think it was today, got there and still saw a zhp or two lol.

:rofl

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Somehow managed to think it was today, got there and still saw a zhp or two lol.

My wife told me that you called. I said "ouch" when I heard you showed up to the dealer today. We'll chuckle about it tomorrow.

[pleasecorrupt]

Lol, I also found out there's a Viking festival in vista currently if anyone is interested xD

[Hermes]

Lol, I also found out there's a Viking festival in vista currently if anyone is interested xD

What exactly does that entail? Is it just get drunk and pillage the countryside...

[pleasecorrupt]

Don't quite know, saw a sign, purposely drove by and saw grown men dressed as vikings in a closed fair type of deal. Might be a family / very into it grown men thing. Didn't want to pay the $7 cover charge to find out with just the two of us, but if anyone wants to go as an angry mafia I'd be more compelled. Haha

[tripod06]

excited for tomorrow! James, sorry that we wont see you. i was gonna ask about that window regulator you mentioned back about a month or so ago. i really need to get that fixed. OH REMIND ME SOMEONE TOMORROW ABOUT A TOPIC ABOUT TINT!!!! thanks!

[ZSP-Mafia]

excited for tomorrow! James, sorry that we wont see you. i was gonna ask about that window regulator you mentioned back about a month or so ago. i really need to get that fixed. OH REMIND ME SOMEONE TOMORROW ABOUT A TOPIC ABOUT TINT!!!! thanks!

Let me know Albert. I can definitely help you swap it out. I'm getting quite good at em. :)

[pleasecorrupt]

+1 lol, if the tools were there I'm actually getting pretty good at it too lol.

[Hermes]

I have come up with a super sneaky plot so I can make it around the same time when you guys are getting there, maybe a little later...

Do JP's plans unfold the way he wants or does he get stuck in his stupid fraking class for another 9 hours?
Tune in tomorrow - same Bat-time, same Bat-channel!

[tripod06]

James, I'll keep you posted. I'm really needing it done gotta get it before I get tint

[tripod06]

So no one is gOing from the LA / OC area right ?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

As far as I know, just you, Albert.

[Hermes]

Just got a text from Cameron (socalnative), said he has to open up at work today so he can't make it

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Thanks for the update, JP.

[Hermes]

You got it boss

[Hermes]

Success! My sneakiness did it's job, on my way there now...

[tripod06]

Going through San Clemente now.

[tripod06]

Pendleton

[Marcus-SanDiego]

We are currently here macking down on tacos and burritos.

BMW of Vista taking care of the Mafia.


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[ZSP-Mafia]

:(

[C Withers Media]

Food Coma.....ahhhhhhh. Success.

[Hermes]

so... i left vista and needed to be back in kearny by 2, made it into the lot at 1:59. then I saw a bunch of people were still standing outside waiting for the teacher to come back from lunch. he didnt even make it back for another 30-40 minutes so I guess I didn't need to be in such a hurry driving back.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

:like

[C Withers Media]

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6152/6184410306_3be6b4c4e5_b.jpg

[Hermes]

im guessing that youre prob not talking about the bottle opener (well... you might be)

[Gheybe]

I woke up at 2pm.
I don't think I was there.

[tripod06]

love the key shot!

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I woke up at 2pm.
I don't think I was there.

Definitely not there. We missed ya.

By the way, if I had to pick between girlfriend (and BBQ) and tech session, I would have missed the tech session. :biggrin

Next time, sir.

[GSEN820]

Great seeing everyone yesterday. I hope everyone got something out of this event. We will have to plan another one.

Casey I am getting a radio station to host football games you will not be taking pictures, rather we will shift your focus to a comentator.

Thanks again to Vista BMW for hosting us.

[das boots]

Submitted my write-up of the tech session to Fahren Affairs. Too late for the October issue. Hopefully they pick it up for November. Very glad to meet everybody. Felt like a family affair. I had a blast. Got to know more of my ZHP......Thumbs up to Gary and Vince. And of course BMW of Vista.

[Gheybe]

Definitely not there. We missed ya.

By the way, if I had to pick between girlfriend (and BBQ) and tech session, I would have missed the tech session. :biggrin

Next time, sir.
hahah Alright I'm glad we understand the circumstances then.

Next one I'll be there for sure.

[C Withers Media]

Mark, the disk is complete for this event. I can get it up to you or I can host the photos once the write up is complete. Let me know how you would like me to proceed.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

hahah Alright I'm glad we understand the circumstances then.

Next one I'll be there for sure.

Definitely.


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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Mark, the disk is complete for this event. I can get it up to you or I can host the photos once the write up is complete. Let me know how you would like me to proceed.

Casey, I will pick it up on Saturday. Write up will be done after that.

Thanks, sir.


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[danewilson77]

I was thinking......for the future.....Casey's "Keys", or the cars on the lifts for the tech session, might make a fresh site banner...if cropped properly.

Just an idea.

[Hermes]

there's a pic of all the cars lined up too

[Hermes]

got the 'Recommeded Action Plan' in the email... Who has the highest/lowest estimate?

I'll go first = $1,136.24

[danewilson77]

got the 'Recommeded Action Plan' in the email... Who has the highest/lowest estimate?

I'll go first = $1,136.24

Regarding.......

[Marcus-SanDiego]

My estimate is $0. New car, so they could not find anything.

[GSEN820]

HAHAHA thats nothing!!!! My total came out to $3,667.64

FCAB, RTAB, Fuel Filter, Fluid flush brake, powersteering and differential, Differential mount needs replaced!!!

I knew about control arms differential, and RTAB, fluid flush been meaning to do all of this.

[Hermes]

Regarding.......

replace drive belts $142.00
replace power steering fluid $189.99
alignment $199.99
replace brake fluid $189.99
fuel injection service $189.99
replace air intake boot $223.42

subtotal $1,135.38
tax $0.86
total $1,136.24

bought the intake boots on monday, gonna do myself. i'll order underdrive pulleys and do the belts at the same time. will deal with the rest soon enough.

[tripod06]

damnit i'm still waiting for mine! i am gonna BLOW ALL YOU AWAY!! haha jk i hope its not too bad.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

JP, at least they didn't try to sell you stuff you didn't need. Good to see that. As for prices, understandable. It's a dealership.

Those prices are exactly why I take my car to Euro Auto Spot. I can't afford dealer prices.

[GSEN820]

Perform rear differential service (Found rear differential
fluid to be dirty/contaminated) x Fail $166.00
Replace fuel filter (Dealer recommended by mileage) x Fail $338.68
Replace right rear trailing arm bushing (Found right rear
trailing arm bushings cracked) x Fail $454.41
Replace left rear trailing arm bushing (Found right rear
trailing arm bushings cracked) x Fail $454.41
Perform power steering system fluid exchange service
(Found power steering fluid to be dirty/contaminated) x Fail $189.99
Perform brake system fluid service (Found brake fluid
to be dirty/contaminated) x Fail $189.99
Replace control arm bushings (Found control arm
bushings weak/loose) x Fail $709.02
Inspection & Additional Recommendations Insp Status Cost Declined Approved
replace diff mount $915.91
4 wheel alignment $199.99
Totals, Taxes and Fees Cost Declined Approved
Estimate Subtotal $3,618.40 $0.00 $0.00
Tax 8.25% $49.24
Estimate Total $3,667.64

[Marcus-SanDiego]

And you guys are friends ^^ LOL.

[GSEN820]

HAHAHA I know right. I have been busy with the ZHP have not gotten around to messing with my car all that much.

I have been putting these things on back burner. It showed too

[JHiggy]

Greatly appreciated the opportunity to attend and to meet some of the family.

1. Mount and balance 2 new rear tires (descrip. is kind of funny. The front right was well worn/safety risk, back left had a nail in it) - $645
2. Perform power steering system fluid exchange service (Found power steering fluid to be dirty/contaminated) - $189
3. Replace valve cover gasket (Found engine oil seep) - $350.79, TOTAL = $1,237.90

Service tech was awesome. I believe his name was Johnny. He had the look in his eye like I should have replaced the worn tire 11 months ago. I purchased two new front tires the following day for a total of $265, aligned @ $88 then made a round trip thru the twisties to Palm Springs immediately after to see some fam'. New tires were definitely needed. Thought I needed a suspension overhaul going into the Tech Session.

[Hermes]

I still have the lowest bill (not including Marcus, $0 doesn't count). Seems like we're still missing 5 cars

[tripod06]

who do i e-mail or call over there to get my estimate. i seriously haven't received it and i am really wondering what mine came out to be and plus it will help me narrow down what i need to get completed.

[Hermes]

They said to just buy a M3... j/k

I got mine from brianc@bmwofvista.com

[tripod06]

i'll need to e-mail them and ask why i didnt get mine yet.

[Jorge86]

I did not get mine either. My car needed nothin!!!!! Or my email was wrong. They actually did not find anything wrong with mine.

[tripod06]

I did not get mine either. My car needed nothin!!!!! Or my email was wrong. They actually did not find anything wrong with mine.

wish i could say the same....

[tripod06]

was this including labor costs?

[Hermes]

was this including labor costs?

Looking at my estimate I would say yeah it looks like labor is included. For example, the belts needed for the service they quoted me cant be that expensive

[tripod06]

cool. thanks JP!

[GSEN820]

Das Boots You did it!!!!!!!

The Tech session was put in the local BMW Club San Diego Publication.

http://www.sdbmwcca.com/newsletter/January-12.pdf

Here is the link page 22

[danewilson77]

Well done DB.

[Hermes]

Nice! I heard this one was gonna be printed in color, did it actually happen since I haven't seen mine yet?

[johnrando]

Very cool. "and one X5..." Who might that have been? lol

[GSEN820]

I dont have it with me but I think just the cover was color. The rest was Black and White.

[danewilson77]

Nice! I heard this one was gonna be printed in color, did it actually happen since I haven't seen mine yet?

Yes...in living colour.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I saw it today. Cover is in color. Rest of the issue is in black and white.

[tripod06]

John, i think that X5 was there for basic service. had nothing to do with our tech session ;) haha

love it!