webster BMW 330i Maintenance and Mod Ledger

[danewilson77]

2004 BMW 330Ci ZHP Service Log

Purchased: 8/8/11


8/18/2011
51185
Oil Change
Brake System Flush/Fluid Replaced
Recommended: air/cabin/fuel filter change, motor/trans mounts


8/31/2011
51404
Air Filter Replaced
Cabin Filter Replaced
Fuel Filter Replaced
Zeckenhausen Modified CDV Installed

9/3/2011
51458
Battery Replaced

9/4/2011
51462
Conforti Shark Injector Installed

wow, thanks and good work! here are some more updates:


9/xx/2011
Mileage Not Recorded
Khoalty Gloss Kidney Grills Installed
Khoalty Clear Corner Reflectors Installed
Depo Clear Side Markers Installed

9/30/2011
~52,000
BMW Performance Air Intake Installed
Sprint Booster Installed
AUX Input Installed

10/10/2011
52,150
4 new tires: Hankook Ventus V12 Evo 225/4018 F 255/3518 R

10/19/2011
52,750
///M Pedal Set Installed

finally! updated per current status:

2004 BMW 330Ci ZHP Maintenance & Mod Log

Build: 4/14/12
Purchased: 8/8/11
Mileage: 50,951


8/18/2011
51185
Oil Change - BMW Synthetic
Brake System Flush/Fluid Replaced
Recommended: air/cabin/fuel filter change, motor/trans mounts


8/31/2011
51404
Air Filter Replaced
Cabin Filter Replaced
Fuel Filter Replaced
Zeckhausen Modified CDV Installed

9/3/2011
51458
Battery Replaced - Duralast Gold 94R

9/4/2011
51462
Conforti Shark Injector Installed




9/xx/2011
Mileage Not Recorded
Khoalty Gloss Kidney Grills Installed
Khoalty Clear Corner Reflectors Installed
Depo Clear Side Markers Installed

9/30/2011
~52,000
BMW Performance Air Intake Installed
Sprint Booster Installed
AUX Input Installed

10/10/2011
52,150
4 new tires: Hankook Ventus V12 Evo 225/4018 F 255/3518 R

10/19/2011
52,750
///M Pedal Set Installed



11/2/11
53,000
New C-Pillars &
New Dash Mounting Bracket Installed. Both OEM From Khoalty.

11/11/11
53,100
Custom Coby Alcantara Wheel Installed - Black Alcantara w/ 9002 Grey Time Stripe

11/21/11
53,231
UUC SSK & DSSR Installed
Brake System Flush - ATE Super Blue
Differential & Tranny Fluid Flush - Red Line

12/18/11
53,900
MAF Cleaned

12/20/11
53,981
Rogue Pulleys - Power Steering & Water Pump - Installed
Serp Belt Replaced

2/21/12
55,040
Cooling System Overhaul - Equivalent to ECS Level 2 Kit. All parts Genuine BMW.
FCABs Replaced - Meyle HD
Both Passenger Wheels refinished and straightened.

4/27/12
55,125
Grey M-Style Gauges Installed - Bimmian.com

5/2/12
55,1xx
Parking Brake Adjustment

5/16/12
55,3xx
Power Steering Flush - Turkey Baster Style (actually used fluid transfer pump from bavauto) - 3qts Mobil 1 ATF


BOOM. plus, the shop that did the cooling system overhaul also inspected tranny and motor mounts and said they are fine. my car obviously was not run very hard during its previous ownership

VANOS VCG Plugs Coils coming probably in 2-3 months. gonna save up and do it right.

[webster]

wow, thanks and good work! here are some more updates:


9/xx/2011
Mileage Not Recorded
Khoalty Gloss Kidney Grills Installed
Khoalty Clear Corner Reflectors Installed
Depo Clear Side Markers Installed

9/30/2011
~52,000
BMW Performance Air Intake Installed
Sprint Booster Installed
AUX Input Installed

10/10/2011
52,150
4 new tires: Hankook Ventus V12 Evo 225/4018 F 255/3518 R

10/19/2011
52,750
///M Pedal Set Installed

[webster]

okay so trying to outline the plan of attack for maintenance in 2012. i have a 10 day vacation in Cabo coming up in february so that is kinda sucking up some reserve funds for the Vanos/VCG i was planning to do right about now. ah, the sacrifices one makes...

anyways this is more a list for future reference, but if anyone wants to throw in some advice, feel free.


- VANOS/VCG/Plugs/Coils
- VANOS - Dr. Vanos Kit ($400 w/ $150 core refund) http://www.drvanos.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=2&Itemid=3
- VCG - Purchased
- Ignition Coils - $250 http://www.bavauto.com/shop.asp?HC1=0&htarget=asgridyearmodel.asp&Hecode=undefined&hdept_id=223&HCY=2004&HCM=330Ci
- Plugs
- ECS Plug Set - $51 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0l/Search/Spark_Plug/ES10331/
- Plug Socket - $15 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0l/Search/Spark_Plug/ES9340/
- Dielectric Grease - $8 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0l/Search/Spark_Plug/ES257110/
- RTV Sealant - $5 http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0l/Search/Rtv_Sealant/ES517984/
- Torque Wrench - $30 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000MB53ZE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000MB53ZE

- FCABs
- Meyle HD - $100 http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1870-meyle-heavy-duty-control-arm-bushing-kit-pair-e46-z4.aspx

- Mounts
- Engine Mounts – OEM M3 $120 http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-2157-e36-m3-e46-m3-engine-mount-motor-mount-upgrade-for-non-m-e36e46z3.aspx
- Transmission Mounts – OEM M3 $35 http://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1611-e36-e46-transmission-mount.aspx

[danewilson77]

Perfection.

[webster]

finally! updated per current status:

2004 BMW 330Ci ZHP Maintenance & Mod Log

Build: 4/14/12
Purchased: 8/8/11
Mileage: 50,951


8/18/2011
51185
Oil Change - BMW Synthetic
Brake System Flush/Fluid Replaced
Recommended: air/cabin/fuel filter change, motor/trans mounts


8/31/2011
51404
Air Filter Replaced
Cabin Filter Replaced
Fuel Filter Replaced
Zeckhausen Modified CDV Installed

9/3/2011
51458
Battery Replaced - Duralast Gold 94R

9/4/2011
51462
Conforti Shark Injector Installed




9/xx/2011
Mileage Not Recorded
Khoalty Gloss Kidney Grills Installed
Khoalty Clear Corner Reflectors Installed
Depo Clear Side Markers Installed

9/30/2011
~52,000
BMW Performance Air Intake Installed
Sprint Booster Installed
AUX Input Installed

10/10/2011
52,150
4 new tires: Hankook Ventus V12 Evo 225/4018 F 255/3518 R

10/19/2011
52,750
///M Pedal Set Installed



11/2/11
53,000
New C-Pillars &
New Dash Mounting Bracket Installed. Both OEM From Khoalty.

11/11/11
53,100
Custom Coby Alcantara Wheel Installed - Black Alcantara w/ 9002 Grey Time Stripe

11/21/11
53,231
UUC SSK & DSSR Installed
Brake System Flush - ATE Super Blue
Differential & Tranny Fluid Flush - Red Line

12/18/11
53,900
MAF Cleaned

12/20/11
53,981
Rogue Pulleys - Power Steering & Water Pump - Installed
Serp Belt Replaced

2/21/12
55,040
Cooling System Overhaul - Equivalent to ECS Level 2 Kit. All parts Genuine BMW.
FCABs Replaced - Meyle HD
Both Passenger Wheels refinished and straightened.

4/27/12
55,125
Grey M-Style Gauges Installed - Bimmian.com

5/2/12
55,1xx
Parking Brake Adjustment

5/16/12
55,3xx
Power Steering Flush - Turkey Baster Style (actually used fluid transfer pump from bavauto) - 3qts Mobil 1 ATF


BOOM. plus, the shop that did the cooling system overhaul also inspected tranny and motor mounts and said they are fine. my car obviously was not run very hard during its previous ownership :)

VANOS VCG Plugs Coils coming probably in 2-3 months. gonna save up and do it right.

[webster]

also, dane could you edit the OP to include the full updated post.

[danewilson77]

also, dane could you edit the OP to include the full updated post.

How's dat?

[webster]

works. tanks.

[webster]

6/18/2012
55,900
Oil Change - BMW 5w30
OEM Center Console replaced - ECSTuning.com

7/3/2012
56,0xx
Leaking Thermostat replaced under warranty - Bavarian Machine Specialties, Houston, TX

7/4/2012
56,050
German Auto Solutions Upgraded "Gold" Valve DISA Installed

[webster]

7/30/12
56,759
New Wheels Mounted & Balanced - Avant Garde 18" Staggered 18x8 ET35 / 18x9 ET38

[WOLFN8TR]

Dam Wes my ZHP would love you as a owner! Love those rims!

[echo46]

Wow, you may have done more than me in the first year...maybe.

[webster]

Dam Wes my ZHP would love you as a owner! Love those rims!
thanks! these cars deserve to be taken care of...even if they are not special.



Wow, you may have done more than me in the first year...maybe.

still gotta do B Pillar fix, windshield cowl, Vanos, VCG, plugs, coils, suspension, front bumper re-spray, oh and the Dr Colorchip kit...it never ends lol

[cakM3]

It's nice to see others putting in just as much TLC into their BMWs as I do with both mine...:) Makes me feel all warm and gooey inside...:biggrin

[webster]

It's nice to see others putting in just as much TLC into their BMWs as I do with both mine...:) Makes me feel all warm and gooey inside...:biggrin

my goal is to restore my car as close as possible to when it was brand new. and then keep it that way. forever.

[cakM3]

Wes, that's a very admirable goal. :thumbsup I'm doing the same thing but modding where I can in the process....looking to make a very unique ZHP for myself...;)

[webster]

oh for sure. i have quite a few mods myself, and a few more planned :D

example: OEM M3 mirrors are waiting for glass. i want to get the fancy Euro aspherical kind you recommended, but they are pricey, so the mirrors are patiently awaiting deployment until further notice heh.

[derbo]

oh for sure. i have quite a few mods myself, and a few more planned :D

example: OEM M3 mirrors are waiting for glass. i want to get the fancy Euro aspherical kind you recommended, but they are pricey, so the mirrors are patiently awaiting deployment until further notice heh.

I believe E90 pre-LCI ones will fit M3 mirrors

[ecyrb]

nice work, wes :pimp

[webster]

9/28/12
58,208
- Dr Vanos kit installed
- New OEM VCG
- Spark Plugs (NGK6EQUP)

All work done by Bavarian Machine Specialties in Houston. I had originally wanted to DIY but the lack of garage space, time, and experience swayed me. John @ BMS cut me a labor discount of about $200 to make it financially doable.

Will post detailed feedback later, as I've only gotten to drive her a few miles since picking up. It's been raining here in Houston. I will say that my initial reaction is very, very positive :D

Next maintenance will be B pillar fix for the peeling fabric, Lamin-X clear protective film for the headlights, and windshield cowl for the fading/scratching that inevitably takes its toll. Major maintenance will be suspension and brakes but that's not needed for a while.

[Pip]

Awesome. Let me know how the laminx goes. I've been thinking of doing it after getting new lenses and fogs.




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[webster]

been a while since last update. well as always best laid plans haven't come to fruition (ie, M3 mirrors and B-Pillar/windshield cowl fix). my sunroof visor broke and my washer wiper fluid nozzles weren't working so, i had the pump and nozzles replaced. still haven't addressed the sunroof visor but the options are to either order a repair kit and hope that works or order a new cassette which as we all know is $$$. also my thermostat was leaking again after having it replaced preemptively. it was under warranty tho.

12/19/2012
59,847
- Oil Change (BMW 5w30)
- Washer fluid pump and nozzles replaced.
- Thermostat replaced under warranty (used a Behr this time)


my shop also discovered a small leak in the OFHG. might explain why i got a yellow oil light a couple months ago. so now i have that to plan out...

[danewilson77]

been a while since last update. well as always best laid plans haven't come to fruition (ie, M3 mirrors and B-Pillar/windshield cowl fix). my sunroof visor broke and my washer wiper fluid nozzles weren't working so, i had the pump and nozzles replaced. still haven't addressed the sunroof visor but the options are to either order a repair kit and hope that works or order a new cassette which as we all know is $$$. also my thermostat was leaking again after having it replaced preemptively. it was under warranty tho.

12/19/2012
59,847
- Oil Change (BMW 5w30)
- Washer fluid pump and nozzles replaced.
- Thermostat replaced under warranty (used a Behr this time)


my shop also discovered a small leak in the OFHG. might explain why i got a yellow oil light a couple months ago. so now i have that to plan out...

You make me feel all tingley and warm inside.

[echo46]

Damn 59,847, I thought I was low at 77,500. My baby is starting to get a bit long in the tooth. Your car is hardly broke in.

[danewilson77]

Damn 59,847, I thought I was low at 77,500. My baby is starting to get a bit long in the tooth. Your car is hardly broke in.

Everytime I see your sig...I secretly and silently "roar" to myself. :shifty

Sorry...back on point.

[echo46]

It's OK DW, you can say it, you're a big Columbia Lion fan. Oh, yea, right, back on point, mea culpa.

[webster]

you guys are hilar.

crossed 60k over the holidays, and after my NOLA trip am almost to 61k. no maintenance getting done while it's cold and rainy season tho. can't even get a decent wash in hardly...

[webster]

long overdue update: had not really done anything to the car until about 6 weeks ago. hit a giant ass rock that fell off a truck and bent my pass-side front wheel pretty badly. bought a replacement wheel, and while the car was in the shop getting the wheel mounted and balanced, decided i should not put off some needed maintenance.

10/25/13
Mileage: 64,256
- Oil Change (BMW 5w30)
- Power Steering Fluid Flush. Replaced reservoir and internal filter as well.
- Hydraulic Fluid Flush (ATE Super Blue)
- Replace cracked intake boot to idle valve and cracked boot to MAF
- Perform Road Force wheel balancing on all 4 wheels.
- Replace right front wheel (Avante Garde M310 18x8)
- Perform 4-wheel thrust diagnostic alignment while vehicle is in laden position.


I had no idea the cracked boots were sapping air flow so much. Performance, especially off-idle, has improved significantly. Overall, it was a stiff $1,200 service, but the car needed it, and is driving much better now.

The car will need brakes and suspension next but that will have to wait for a while as I'm pretty strapped at the moment.

[webster]

04/24/14
Mileage:66,727
- Oil Change (Mobil 1 10w30)

Also had the shop perform Trip check for driving approximately 1000 miles. Includes inspection and condition of all tires, spare (if equipped), all fluid condition and top offs, brake condition, belt condition, washers, wipers and lighting.

-Rear tires are worn down to low-tread indicators
-F&R brakes %95 worn. Light will come on soon.
-Oil leak from filter housing
-------------------------------------

brake job scheduled for Tues 5/27. Also having rear tires replaced. that pesky OFHG will get dealt with at some point this summer.

[webster]

05/29/14
Mileage: 67,816
- Replace front and rear brake pads, rotors, sensors (Genuine BMW Rotors, StopTech Pads)
- Perform hydraulic brake fluid flush (ATE TYP 200 racing fluid)
- Replace brake lines w/ stainless steel lines (Stop Tech)
- Replace both rear tires including Road Force balance on all wheels (Hankook Ventus V12 Evo2)
- Replace Oil Filter Housing Gasket
- Pressure wash oil/fluid/debris from engine compartment and underbody

car is running like a champ! aside from a few cosmetic issues (paint chips, scratches, front bumper scuffs) and a busted sunroof, the car feels brand new.

[mbeckel]

Very cool. I'm about to upgrade the brakes on mine

Sent from in the bushes

[Pip]

PM like a boss. Love it!

[ELCID86]

... and a busted sunroof.

Looks great. Just got this email and thought of you: http://www.ecstuning.com/News/BMW_E46_Sunroof_Repair_Kit_1999_2000_2001_2002_200 3/?utm_source=emailcampaign&utm_medium=marketing&utm_content=retail&utm_campaign=BMW_E46_NonM_HighPerformanceWaterPump _rES156736

[ELCID86]

So what wheels are you running now? 135s?

[webster]

8/12/2014
69,xxx
- New Wheels installed: APEX Arc-8s, 18x8.5 ET38 / 18x9 ET42

9/10/2014
69,423
- Replace both front and rear shock assemblies, shock tower mounts, bump stops and dust boots including strut tower reinforcement plates up front (Koni FSD /Eibach Pro kit)
- Replace worn steering coupler
- Replace front tires (Hankook Ventus V12 Evo2)
- Alignment and Road Force balance of all 4 wheels
- Replace leaking power steering hoses
- Power steering fluid flush
- Replace damaged radiator expansion tank hose
- Coolant flush

Car feels sooo much better. Was quite the expensive service visit but it was needed. The old shocks were leaking fluid and producing a clunking sound. Also the steering feels so much tighter and more precise. Very happy with how she's driving now.

[NoVAphotog]

8/12/2014
69,xxx
- New Wheels installed: APEX Arc-8s, 18x8.5 ET38 / 18x9 ET4


ET4?!

[webster]

Woops. ET42

[rguti153]

waz up webster where u been/at ?

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[fredo]

No clue. His last activity was on Sep-2015.

[rguti153]

damn , maybe he sold the car

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[WOLFN8TR]

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[webster]

lol, didn't sell the car. i am an OCD person and have moved on from car mods to audiophile/stereo gear, but i still have the ZHP and have been taking good care of her.

she is top'd out for me as far as mods go, but i will continue to maintain her and will never sell her. just ordered a set of Michelin PSS's so i guess that may be considered a mod.

i do need to install the umnitza mtech bumper that's been sitting in my garage for two years (OE is rash'd) and also need to replace the passenger side B pillar, but for the most part i'm happy with how she's driving these days. for a daily, she still makes me happy. every time i heel toe into 2nd approaching a turn i'm reminded why we drive these cars versus a toyota. at this point i couldn't even justify selling her. the only thing that bugs me about being a bmw owner is i absolutely do not relate/connect with the brand on their newer models. anything post E92 is just meh/ugh to me. the E39/E46/E38 era of BMWs is the pinnacle of gasoline powered motoring IMO.
cheers guys.

[fredo]

i do need to install the umnitza mtech bumper that's been sitting in my garage for two years (OE is rash'd) and also need to replace the passenger side B pillar, but for the most part i'm happy with how she's driving these days. for a daily, she still makes me happy. every time i heel toe into 2nd approaching a turn i'm reminded why we drive these cars versus a toyota. at this point i couldn't even justify selling her. the only thing that bugs me about being a bmw owner is i absolutely do not relate/connect with the brand on their newer models. anything post E92 is just meh/ugh to me. the E39/E46/E38 era of BMWs is the pinnacle of gasoline powered motoring IMO.
cheers guys.

Amen to that.

[WOLFN8TR]

X2!

[webster]

Hey guys! Just dropped a huge chunk of maintenance change. Hope you are all doing well.


5/19/17
Mileage: 92,4xxx

-Perform engine oil and filter change. 005

-Replace engine air filter. 004

Note: BMW Performance intake installed.

-Perform AC evaporator core cleaning injection. 010

Note: This will clean mold/mildew and remove odors from core.

-Replace AC/Heating carbon micro-filter(s). 005

-Perform manual transmission service. 005

Note: Redline fluid requested.

-Perform rear differential service. 008

Note: Redline fluid requested.

-Replace wiper blades/inserts. 002

-Clean all cowling drains, engine drains. 004

-Replace all tail and brake light bulbs, side marker bulbs, turn signals and license plate light bulbs (not LED's). 006

Note: bulbs will be billed as needed.

-Top off all fluids. nc

-Reset all Service Interval System reminders (SIS). nc

Note to Tech: Do not reset BRAKE service reminders!

-Print all faults in all systems THEN Perform clear all of all faults.



Eng-Clean Note: Engine cleaning is needed after fluid leak repairs and also as a general maintenance item from time to time. After it is cleaned, it is normal to smell the cleaners used for a few days until it dissipates.

Perform engine pressure wash, and engine clean then remove water from spark plug holes to prevent misfires. 005





-Replace aged radiator.

-Replace front coolant hoses.

-Cooling System Flush. Fill with new coolant, and bleed out air from system.

-Hydro-Flush Perform Annual Hydraulic Flush including flush old fluid from lines, activate ABS system with GT1/Auto Logic, then fill with new fluid, and bleed out system.

-Perform Power Steering Flush. Includes replace power steering reservoir and internal filter. Flush remaining fluid from power steering rack and lines, then refill and bleed system with new fluid. Reset Power Steering Flush Service Interval System reminder (SIS). inc.

-R&B Perform Road Force wheel balancing on all 4 wheels. Also includes check and adjust all tire pressures to correct level and recalibrate tire pressure monitor (TPM-If Equipped).

Check condition of spare tire, and properly inflate (if vehicle is equipped with a spare tire).

[danewilson77]

Great work.

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