Charrie's ZHP project

[cakM3]

New Style 135 wheel to replace my damaged one....

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[cakM3]

Yesterday I decided to paint my aFe CAI top cover plate to black. For some reason the silver cover looked out of place with all the black in the engine bay, so I painted it to match. I like the results.

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[derbo]

that is exactly what I would've done to an AFE intake if I got one. :) Looks great

[cakM3]

Spent 4 hours at my friend's body shop working on my Arqray lip and M3 side mirrors. We prepped them tonight for paint tomorrow.

parts prepped for painting... :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[iZHP]

^ Can't wait for pics. I love the Arqray lip lol

[cakM3]

Updated pics on Post#256 tonight.....going to sleep.....zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[jayjay_dee]

Subscribed... again....

Excited for tomorrow's pics...

[johnrando]

Oh man! Can't wait. That primed frozen color looks awesome! :) I'm almost as excited as you are Charlie.

[derbo]

very nice. :D

[cakM3]

I agree John, the frozen black mirrors would look good but how would you maintain this color, let alone clean them w/o losing the matte color over time?

Thanks :thumbsup I know its about time I got these side mirrors done. The hard part will be transferring over the mirror motors. There's no mount for them, going to have to make one. That's the hard part...

@ jayjay and Derek, thanks guys! :)

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[Ryans323i]

Tried moonshine for the first time, ah rookie! Mind if I ask which kind? Last year they legalized the sale of Moonshine in NC's ABC stores. I'm a bit of a connoisseur.

Anyways, I can't wait to see those mods mounted. The M3 mirrors are one of my favorite mods and the lip is just delicious!

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan! Not sure what type of moonshine but it had strawberries in it. Tasted good....gave me that warm all over feeling and cured my cough :) This weekend will be a busy weekend. Getting my mods installed. Leaving my ZHP at my friend's body shop so they can take their time and do it right. This guy is the only person I have met so far who can match the color of new paint to what is on your car so I trust him to get it right :biggrin Can't wait to get this done :)

[Chad44]

can't wait to see the car again! (oh yeah, and you... lol) I still can't find information for connecting the wired m3 mirrors to the ribbon setup on out cars... perhaps I shold have done my research before ordering the mirrors; but you had them sitting in your closet, so I figured there's a way!

[cakM3]

can't wait to see the car again! (oh yeah, and you... lol) I still can't find information for connecting the wired m3 mirrors to the ribbon setup on out cars... perhaps I shold have done my research before ordering the mirrors; but you had them sitting in your closet, so I figured there's a way!

Chad,

I don't know of a way to convert the wired to ribbon. From what I have seen, the only way to make M3 side mirrors work is to change over the ribbon motors onto the M3 mirror housing assembly. You will have to take your time here and get the mounting points for the original motor right. Ask BP...it requires time and patience but in the end is well worth the work, imho. I will be modifying my mirror baseplates tomorrow evening when I stop over to the body shop and then spending some time over the next week or so getting the mirrors mounted and set up. Can't wait to get this all done....it will be one step closer to perfection :)

Chad.... I can't wait to see your ZHP after the repaint and updated calipers...should be looking sweet :thumbsup

[Chad44]

Ive been reviewing schematics all night and have a few wiring projects I'd like to try out... I'd love to find a way to do this mod with wiring/module mods... I can't think anymore, will have to try the wiring later this week after my other projects and school work is done.


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[Ryans323i]

Dammit, where are the new pics. :foottap Ok, ok, patience. I can do that.

[cakM3]

Dammit, where are the new pics. :foottap Ok, ok, patience. I can do that.

Ryan,

I will be going to my friend's body shop tonight at 7pm and will be taking updated pics of my painted Arqray lip and M3 side mirrors. I will be modifying my baseplates tonight and then getting it painted Glossy Black. Over the next week we will be doing work on my ZHP at his body shop so I'm excited to see the transformation :biggrin

Thanks for waiting :)

[danewilson77]

Looks really good Charlie.

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[cakM3]

Thanks DW :thumbsup

Will be modding my M3 baseplate and new motor mounts for the mirror housings on Tuesday. Then they should be ready. Looking forward to getting everything wrapped up for the trip south :) Should be good times :thumbsup

[derbo]

That lip looks really good


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[Chad44]

Wow, looks great! I wish I could mount a lip without killing it... Can't wait to see the lip on the car, the little bit of cf popping out looks amazing!


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[cakM3]

thanks guys :thumbsup

Chad, can't wait to see your refreshed ZHP :biggrin Its going to look clean :drool

[Ryans323i]

As I mentioned in my PM reply, everything looks amazing. I really can't wait to see things mounted.

[johnrando]

As I mentioned in my PM reply, everything looks amazing. I really can't wait to see things mounted.

+1. That hint of c/f is killer!

[cakM3]

Yeah, I'm also just as excited to get this mounted. When I take the ZHP down, I will be using lots of blue painter's tape to protect the lip for the meet :biggrin

[Ryans323i]

Yeah, the tape will be a must!

[cakM3]

Hey everyone :hi

I posted some pics of my newly installed Arqray lip spoiler this evening as I am now complete with one of many mods to do on my beloved ZHP :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[Au2bahn]

Looks awesome charlie. Can't wait to see it in person. Will you be adding film on those for protection

[cakM3]

Thanks! I'm planning to Jon. Going to be working on the M3 side mirrors on Friday afternoon. Using your pictures as reference for my project. Looking forward to doing this :)

[S85FTW]

Lookin awesome Charlie! I can't wait to rub my hands all over it! Lmao ;)

[johnrando]

OMG, I absolutely LOVE it! I want immediately for my car. Wow, to work/wait on something so long and have it come out THAT good must be a great feeling. Can't wait to see it in person. Congrats Charlie, you must be loving it!

[derbo]

I like this lip! Too bad I already scrape with the stock MTECH II on my driveway :(

[cakM3]

Thanks again everyone for all your positive feedback :thumbsup

@ John, yeah after all that time it is rewarding to see the finished product come out exactly like what I had in mind :)

@ Kris, without your help I wouldn't have this lip, you can touch it any time you want :p

@ Derek, yeah...I will have to apply how I drive the ///M to the ZHP now so I don't damage the Arqray...:)


Now off to my next phase of "spring time" mods :biggrin (the M3 side mirrors)

[danewilson77]

I'm a cakM3 fanboy!

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[cakM3]

You inspire me, sir! :wub

[danewilson77]

You "complete me" :cool

[az3579]

Get a room!


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[cakM3]

BP....a little submarine humor :)

[Ryans323i]

It looks fantastic! I love it! The paint is very smooth and the installation very clean. Perfection. Congrats Charlie!

Fun fact: I've been calling it the AquaRay. Dunno why. Is it pronounced "arc-ray"?

@Dane & Charlie, There's obviously a Bromance. Now there's been two threads invaded with luvie duvie stuff. I did hear, though, that 2 out of 5 relationships start on the interwebs! :biggrin

[cakM3]

It looks fantastic! I love it! The paint is very smooth and the installation very clean. Perfection. Congrats Charlie!

Fun fact: I've been calling it the AquaRay. Dunno why. Is it pronounced "arc-ray"?

@Dane & Charlie, There's obviously a Bromance. Now there's been two threads invaded with luvie duvie stuff. I did hear, though, that 2 out of 5 relationships start on the interwebs! :biggrin

Ryan,

First, thanks for all your feedback and complements :thumbsup

Regarding your last statement.....are you crusin' for a brusin' ? :) You're cracking me up :biggrin

[jayjay_dee]

WOW!!! very nice Charlie, i like it... ive been waiting for that picture (been checking your project thread everyday just to make sure i dont miss the reveal) and let me tell you, its worth the wait...

now, to see it in person...

[328ioc]

Damn you Charlie......I just decided I wanted to get carbon fiber splitters and now I might have to reconsider......because that looks amazing.

....crap......

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[johnrando]

Damn you Charlie......I just decided I wanted to get carbon fiber splitters and now I might have to reconsider......because that looks amazing.

....crap......

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I know, right? I probably can't make that jump but man is it pretty and I'll be forever jealous. :)

[Hermes]

Looks amazing Charlie, really reminds me of the one you have on the M3. Can't wait to see it with the mirrors

[cakM3]

Thanks again everyone! :thumbsup

My next update will be with mirrors. Won't get to them until Friday because of college classes/assignments ... I will post updates when I get the mirrors mounted :)

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[cakM3]

Damn you Charlie......I just decided I wanted to get carbon fiber splitters and now I might have to reconsider......because that looks amazing.

....crap......

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I know..... decisions :biggrin

I will add that Chad44 is also adding OEM M3 side mirrors to his ZHP. He texted me pictures today and they looked awesome mounted to his ZHP. Should look good after everything is painted :thumbsup

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[cakM3]

Paid my ZHP another visit today and worked on it a little more :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[johnrando]

Keep it coming!

[Au2bahn]

Looking good Charlie. Looks like youre going through the same as I did. I went through 3 adapter plates since the first one was full of holes due to alignment

That lip looks sooo good on Imola. Can't wait to see the final product with M3 mirrors and lip.

[Ryans323i]

Awesomeness takes time. We're being patient. Kinda. Look'n good Charlie!

[danewilson77]

So you went out and bought a Dewalt drill, so you could cut up the box? Hehe...I keed....I keed. Looks great Chuck!

[cakM3]

Thanks for everyone's encouraging words :thumbsup

@DW... My bud had several empty Dewalt cases up in his upper storage area at his shop. He donated one of his cases so I could make the baseplates :) Awesomness...:biggrin

As much as I hate the delays, I don't want to rush on this as I want everything perfect. He is involved in racing and racing season is just beginning to start so I have to work around his schedule. He does decent work so in the long run it will be worth it. I guess in the mean time I will have to just drive the ///M full time until the ZHP is ready.

I too can't wait to reveal the final outcome :)

[Hornung418]

I guess in the mean time I will have to just drive the ///M full time until the ZHP is ready.

I too can't wait to reveal the final outcome :)
Haha First World Problems ;)

[cakM3]

Guess not everyone has to be 'forced' to drive their ///M's when they have their daily driver in the shop...:)

Will be adding Prolong products to my ZHP before I drive it out from the shop. :)

[Chad44]

I visited my zhp today also, they had it all torn apart prepping for paint... the body shop guy is going to get the rear bumper painted with the claim also(had some scratches)... but they were taking my m3 mirrors off for paint prep, then he's going to give them back to me to finish my conversion on. I can't wait to see either your or my mirrors to see how they look!

[S85FTW]

Which shop did you end up taking it to?

[cakM3]

Which shop did you end up taking it to?

Kris,

I have a friend from work who restores cars on the side. He has done a very good job repainting my ///M when I replaced the rear apron and bootlid so I am going with him for my current updates. Pricing has been very fair.

I acquired an LCM from an 06 ///M that I will have recoded to match my ZHP and then add the one touch triple blink feature. This is more for convenience. A side benefit of having this will be auto headlights but that will be later. :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

There is a place that will perform the necessary coding to make this work: RPM Motorsport LTD. Here is the link: http://www.rmsonlinestore.com/BMW-LCM-CODING-AND-PROGRAMMING-VIN-NUMBER-MILEAGE-BMW-LCM-CODING.htm (http://www.rmsonlinestore.com/BMW-LCM-CODING-AND-PROGRAMMING-VIN-NUMBER-MILEAGE-BMW-LCM-CODING.htm)

[derbo]

I would love triple blinker/euro pulse hzards. :drool: /end ricelight whoring.

[cakM3]

I just checked with someone from the M3Forum web site and they confirmed to me that my "new to me" used LCM can be reflashed with my ZHPs information so I can avoid getting the tamper dot on my instrument cluster.

[cakM3]

Just found out my ZHP will be delayed another week but I would rather have that and ensure everything is done right rather than have it this week with issues needing to be sorted out. In the end it will be worth it. :thumbsup

Good thing is that required trimming on both sides of my mirror mounting points have been done IAW Rouge Engineering DIY, and the base plates have been satisfactorily test fitted in place.
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Trim pieces being thrown out
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Trimmed area primed and sealed
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Base Plate test-fitting
http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-065d-c871.jpg

Perfect fit :thumbsup
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Now the base plates will be wet sanded, painted glossy black and wet sanded, and then cleared. Then I have 4 additional holes to drill on my door where the mirror mounts (2 per side). Once that is done, I will be stopping by again to "personally" put together my mirrors and then mount them.

My friend isn't too comfortable with messing around with the ribbon cables so I will do this. I promise to have more updated pics when this happens.

My baby is dirty....killing me to see all the dirt....:(

[johnrando]

That's going to be so nice when done... love the professionally done job.

[spencers]

I just checked with someone from the M3Forum web site and they confirmed to me that my "new to me" used LCM can be reflashed with my ZHPs information so I can avoid getting the tamper dot on my instrument cluster.

You just need someone to clear the stored vin/mileage.

Then, the LCM will pick up your zhp's info when it's first connected.

[Ryans323i]

The craftsmanship looks amazing. Excited to see the final product. It's going to be amazing!

[cakM3]

Thanks everyone :) Yeah, these guys do an amazing job and this is his hobby. Imagine that, a guy who diggs cars so much that he does this on the side to his normal everyday job. I had him restore the back of my ///M after it got damaged (hence the carbon fiber CSL bootlid) and he matched the paint perfectly. Even in bright sunlight, you can't tell what was repainted. Amazing work.

The only problem is that I have to exercise patience, which I am, and work with them while they are doing my project. Good part is that I get to help out whenever I can and this adds to the fun. I know the end result will be well worth it but when you guys see me rollin' in with blue painter's tape all over be sure to take a pic because I'm sure it will look goofy (Imola with blue painter's tape)....I can only imagine the sight :biggrin

@ spencers, I am working on this. This portion of my project will be done sometime this year but will happen :thumbsup I would like to have that one-touch triple blink :)

[derbo]

It will be done soon enough! Can't wait to see a full photoshoot :)


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[cakM3]

Thanks Derek :thumbsup It will come soon enough..........I'm just as excited as you guys are :)

[sna77]

Charlie--just read through this whole thread--awesome work! Can't wait to see those mirrors mounted!

[cakM3]

Thanks Steve! Appreciate your feedback, let me know what you find out concerning the auto fold mirrors :thumbsup Let me know when you want me to swing by sometime :)

Have a safe and fun trip!

[cakM3]

I just talked to my friend who is doing the body work to my rusted areas on my ZHP. I sorted out all the financials and was told today that I should be picking up my car on Sunday to "finally" drive home. First thing I will be doing when I get her is give her a real good shower and wash off all the dirt/dust that has accumulated while being in his shop. It will be good to have her back again...:)

All I can say is that the spring project ended up costing me much more than I had anticipated......my wallet is still hurting from it...:(

[328ioc]

Cant wait to see the results Charlie

[zhp43867]

Where was it rusting? So far it looks great!

[cakM3]

Where was it rusting? So far it looks great!

Derek,

I had a nice rust spot on my rear passenger door just above the forward trim piece and another (same side) on my rear fender. Removing these as well as that darn pinstripe ended up costing me more than I had anticipated but I will be happier afterwards.....just my wallet isn't happy ATM....:foottap

Sorry for the poor quality iPhone pic...:facepalm Thanks for the complements :thumbsup

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-39b2-39e1.jpg

Rust removed
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Rear fender
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http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-39f0-0d64.jpg

At least I won't have anymore rust there :) Ahhhhhhhh...... the money we enthusiasts put into our babies to reach that level of perfection :)

I most likely will be doing a full repaint on my ZHP next year, knowing me.....:eeps

[cakM3]

A quick update to my current project...

I was told that my ZHP will be ready for pickup tomorrow but will still need the side mirrors installed. Since the shop is not comfortable with setting up the ribbon cable/motors, I will stop by early to reassemble and mount them. Looking forward to picking up my baby after almost 4 weeks.....I will take pics and post them when I pick up my car :)

[derbo]

ribbons are a pain but Im surprised they didnt want to do it!

[cakM3]

Actually, if you take your time ribbons are not too hard to re-route from one mirror assembly to another. I have done BP's mirrors and did not have any issue whatsoever. You can't force anything and just have plenty of patience. Personally, if I had the option, I'd rather be the one doing it... :)

[az3579]

I have done BP's mirrors and did not have any issue whatsoever.

This. It's amazing how durable these ribbon cables really are. When we took apart one of my mirrors, we found that one of the ribbon cables was crimped because it wasn't routed properly, and the darned thing still worked like a champ!

[derbo]

I'm just surprised the shop didnt want to deal with it. I know its a tedious and patience process since I've done one for my driver side one before.

[cakM3]

Derek, I happen to know the owner of the shop and he knows just how precise I am regarding the M3 side mirror retrofit. He would rather I rebuilt the mirrors and I am okay with that. He did do the base plate modification and I am fairly pleased with that. Just looking forward to getting this all wrapped up...ZHP has been in the shop way too long for me....:)

[derbo]

thats awesome :)) Can't wait to see it all done :D

[Ryans323i]

I'm excited for you Charlie!

[cakM3]

Appreciate the support from everyone :thumbsup

Here are a few pics of my M3 side mirrors as I put them back together. Going to look awesome when they are mounted to the car! A very big thanks to Jon for showing me what needed to be done to do a proper swap of the ribbon cable motor!

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Motor alignment looks good so far :)
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Ribbon cables run through...this was very easy!
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Closer view of how I ran the ribbon cable from the mirror housing through the neck
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I'm glad I went with the black baseplate. They will match my ZHP so much better :biggrin

[Hermes]

I really like it with the black baseplate. Charlie, are these the auto folding type or just the M3 look ones?

[cakM3]

JP,

These are OEM M3 side mirrors. Manual fold type, just like the ones I have on my ///M right now.

These aren't the M3 reps...

I also added the split euro mirrors since I'll be driving the heck out of my ZHP :biggrin

[Ryans323i]

Looks good so far!

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan :)

[cakM3]

Okay everyone...:)

I finally got my OEM M3 side mirrors installed today...this was one of the last things that needed to be done.

For sedans, this has to be a real PITA to do but is well worth putting in efforts to get it done right :thumbsup

Without the help from fellow 'family' members here, I would still be researching how to get this done....my heartfelt thanks and appreciation - you know who you are :biggrin

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[Au2bahn]

That looks amaaaaazing Charlie. That black base accent is hot. I thought of the same before but was not sure how it would look. Seeing it on you car is very unique. I love the finished product.

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[cakM3]

Thanks Jon! At first I was going to paint the whole mirror Imola but then I figured having the glossy black base plate would be more suited to my ZHP so I went with it. Glad I did :thumbsup

Your help was instrumental in my mounting my OEM M3 side mirrors, thanks bro :thumbsup Guess I will now have to update my sig :p

ZHP is almost ready for the meet....still have a few more things to do to get her ready :)


For those wondering, I sourced my OEM M3 side mirrors from a forum member at E46Fanatics. He parts wrecked M3's and I was able to get a complete black interior from him for my ///M and oval rear view mirrors as well as side mirrors. The OEM M3 side mirrors can be found on ebay as well :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

ok i found it - charlie they look great

[cakM3]

ok i found it - charlie they look great

Thanks, if you refresh I also added links from ebay for OEM M3 side mirrors. :thumbsup

Edit: Links were expired so I deleted them. :(

[nike001]

Would you do it all over again Charlie? Seems like there was a lot of work to make these fit..

[cakM3]

Would you do it all over again Charlie? Seems like there was a lot of work to make these fit..

In a heartbeat. Yeah, it was work but after doing it....I learned a lot and am now in a position to help others out. In fact, I will be going up to Mass next weekend to help out a fellow forum member on his bimmer. He's excited and I'm just happy to be able to do this for someone.

I really love the look and I feel this is something that ZHPs should have come with from the factory. Since it has been tweaked by Motorsport, or BMW Individual, I think adding some elements from the ///M, not all, would have been appropriate but that's my humble opinion. This matches the lines of the 3-series and is way better than the sedan "square" mirrors I had earlier. This may not be for everyone and that's okay, but I like them...:wub

[Hermes]

I'm gonna have to do this one day


This matches the lines of the 3-series and is way better than the sedan "square" mirrors I had earlier.

on 2002's they are known as "flag" mirrors

[cakM3]

JP,

Your coupe will look totally sick with the OEM M3 side mirrors on them :drool When you have some time, I say do it...:thumbsup

At least you won't have to worry about modifying the baseplates like the sedan owners have to...:)

[webster]

looks great charlie! i will be doing this, at some point, oh yes. it has been spoken...

[cakM3]

I say do it Wes! :) For your coupe the baseplates do not need to be modified. They are direct bolt ons....a good thing. The only thing you have to do is mod the internals where the mirror motor sits. This is very easy if you follow Jon's DIY he posted on his ESS TS2 build thread. This is what I did and found this to be the best solution to mount our ribbon motors on. Works great :thumbsup

[Ryans323i]

:applause2

You know I love it!

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan! Appreciate all the comments :thumbsup

[jayjay_dee]

awesome car Charlie...

[cakM3]

Thanks jayjay :thumbsup

[spoonerDee]

Looks like garbage. You should give the car to me and save yourself the embarrassment :)

[cakM3]

Keith,

I lol'd when I read your comment....thanks :thumbsup

[johnrando]

Looks awesome Charlie. Can't wait to see it in person.

[cakM3]

Thanks John! Can't wait to meet you and show her off :)

[cakM3]

Today I started applying the clay bar to my hood and front fenders to get that smooth velvety feeling back on my paint surface. I realized that I will need to set aside some time before the meet to thoroughly detail and do some paint correction to get the clear gloss finish I really want on my ZHP. 3 1/2 weeks at the paint shop, it got very dusty and now the paint feels like sand paper....:facepalm

I got the hood and front fenders back to my liking and even applied polish but ran out of time as I was wiping off the polish before it started raining outside. I suppose I will finish it later on this week at the auto hobby shop here on base.....do it right. By then, I should have additional buffing pads and polish so I can get this done right...at least I'm getting another spring project/routine started...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[danewilson77]

Looks great.

[cakM3]

thank you sir :thumbsup

[cakM3]

okay, I'm one step closer to sorting out my interior. I got my silver cube trim all refreshed this week :) Now the only thing left are the front seats to refresh....going to be expensive but I want a clean interior so this will be a project I plan to take on next year along with some repaint :thumbsup

I have to say....I'm really enjoying my ZHP project :biggrin

I'll get pics over the weekend when the weather improves.....New England in spring....go figure :p

[Hermes]

Alcantara center stripe w/leather bolsters?

[cakM3]

No, I'm staying original OEM interior with my ZHP JP. For some reason, I really love this interior.....

Since putting on my OEM M3 side mirrors, my ZHP has a completely new aggressive attitude to her....I can't take my eyes off of her now....:)

[carsontl]

No, I'm staying original OEM interior with my ZHP JP. For some reason, I really love this interior.....

Since putting on my OEM M3 side mirrors, my ZHP has a completely new aggressive attitude to her....I can't take my eyes off of her now....:)

Yeah I think I'll be doing that next year, your car looks great!

My leather is pretty beat up, how are you going to "refresh" it?

[HokieZHP]

How are you going to refresh the seats? New leather or just leatherique the current one? I'm debating re-wrapping my front seats, depending on price, since they're VERY faded from the PO

[cakM3]

Yeah I think I'll be doing that next year, your car looks great!

My leather is pretty beat up, how are you going to "refresh" it?

I'm going to bite the bullet and get new covers directly from the dealership shipped from the "Fatherland" OEM. As I have stated on another thread.....don't really care about price....my OCD drives me to perfection with my ZHP...:)

[HokieZHP]

Well if you don't mind, when you get them, please let me know what the price is. PM is fine

[cakM3]

No problem Chris :thumbsup

[carsontl]

No problem Chris :thumbsup

pm me too, i wanna switch to the brown/black interior at some point lol

[cakM3]

pm me too, i wanna switch to the brown/black interior at some point lol

No Problem :thumbsup

Tom, I'm getting the alcantara interior....not the brown/black interior....

[spoonerDee]

I think some pink tassels would look smashing :)

[cakM3]

I'm afraid not on my ZHP Keith....thanks for the suggestion though...:p

[Ryans323i]

I'm going to bite the bullet and get new covers directly from the dealership shipped from the "Fatherland" OEM. As I have stated on another thread.....don't really care about price....my OCD drives me to perfection with my ZHP...:)

Can your OCD ignore the price when you start buying parts for my car? I'd like OE M3 front seats, black of course. Ok. Thanks Charlie!















:jump

[cakM3]

Can your OCD ignore the price when you start buying parts for my car? I'd like OE M3 front seats, black of course. Ok. Thanks Charlie!














:jump

Ryan,

If my ZHP wasn't taking all of my available financial resources I would be looking to get Recaro Sportster CS seats for the ///M....then I would entertain setting Lucy up with my "black lumbar support ///M seats"......

ahhhhhh.....it won't happen this year.....

Priced new seat covers for my alcantara seats (fronts).....looking at getting new covers for them next......sometime late summer.....the quest for perfection never stops...:)

On another note.....I finished "refreshing" all of my silver cube trim this afternoon.......finally! :biggrin:

[Ryans323i]

Pics of the refreshed silver cube!


Btw, you know I just like to give you hard time right? :)

[cakM3]

Pics of the refreshed silver cube!


Btw, you know I just like to give you hard time right? :)

Back at you Ryan :biggrin

It's all good.....bring it :thumbsup

[spoonerDee]

I'm afraid not on my ZHP Keith....thanks for the suggestion though...:p

Come on, they are all the rage now. All the cool kids are doin it.

[cakM3]

You go first and then show me in person.....I might du eeeet if I like it...:p

[spoonerDee]

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4uIGtHf6VXo/T3uX0CD_3YI/AAAAAAAAAls/x3Q9_MjS_dE/s1600/cc91e8741c0c596b8b15cb2fc544a488.png

[Chad44]

Come on, they are all the rage now. All the cool kids are doin it.

That probably has something to do with the fact that the kids are now drinking hand sanitizer to get drunk... Nothing sets of a weekend sanitizer binge like some pink tassles and a mouth full of cinnamon...

[cakM3]

Chad, I didn't know that kids drink hand sanitizer to get drunk.....that's pretty messed up if you ask me :facepalm

On another note.... looks like I will get my flat tire situation sorted out (really want to use my Style 135s) and my cooling system refreshed prior to my trip south....talking about getting everything done at the last minute....:p

[danewilson77]

Chad, I didn't know that kids drink hand sanitizer to get drunk.....that's pretty messed up if you ask me :facepalm

On another note.... looks like I will get my flat tire situation sorted out and my cooling system refreshed prior to my trip south....talking about getting everything done at the last minute....:p

Yeah....like huffing the computer cleaner stuff.

Sent from SIGFest 2012

[elric]

Looks really good .... mine has had sole ownership of the garage since Sat night ... our Expedition is sitting outside .... while I do my spring cleanup' ... hope to finish tonite .... 5 coats of Zaino on .... 1 more to go

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[cakM3]

Looks really good .... mine has had sole ownership of the garage since Sat night ... our Expedition is sitting outside .... while I do my spring cleanup' ... hope to finish tonite .... 5 coats of Zaino on .... 1 more to go

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Be sure to share pics :drool Love a clean detailed Imola :biggrin

Thanks for the complements :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Today I finally installed my Sirius Satellite radio. Had a few glitches during the install and even broke a part (which will be replaced at a later date). Hardest part was running my Satellite radio antenna but got it done.

All I have left is to clean up the wiring connecting to my docking port and rerouting my power then I'll be set. :thumbsup

Now I can enjoy satellite radio when I drive south :biggrin

[cakM3]

Today, I discovered a small tear on my driver's side alcantara bolster. Looks like I will be ordering a new seat cover after I get back from the Mafia reunion....:facepalm

In the mean time, I will just have to deal with it...too many other priorities that take precedence at the moment...on a brighter side, lots were accomplished on the BMW front over the weekend ;)

[cakM3]

Tonight I installed my Beltronics STi Driver hardwire kit. Wanted to have a much cleaner install of my ESM suite...:) Things have been coming together for my ZHP just in time for the trip south....

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

New placement puts the radar detector higher so performance should be optimum for it...:thumbsup

[johnrando]

:thumbsup. Hardwired is so much better.

[cakM3]

Thanks John! Yeah, I don't know why I took so long to hardwire this to my ZHP when my ///M had it for over the past year...anyway I'm glad I got it done in time for my trip south this Monday...:) Lots of last minute things going on over the weekend....looking forward to the drive :biggrin

[danewilson77]

:drool

[cakM3]

thanks DW! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Got my ZHP detailed for my upcoming trip to Virginia this week. Man was it work! I still have more detailing to do so I am planning to get some done while in Manassas during this week prior to the meet... weather permitting :) I was at my friend's beach house on Sunday and didn't realize just how beautiful a well detailed Imola looked until I took these pics....really loving this look :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3444.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3443.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3442.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3446.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3447-1.jpg

Looking forward to doing more to my project car :thumbsup
It was an awesome day to just relax just for a few hours before I had to organize my things for the trip :)

After 8 1/2 hours driving (most of it in the rain), I have finally arrived in Manassas, VA where my ZHP is parked in the hotel parking lot :)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/ZHPHotem.jpg

[danewilson77]

Looks great Charlie. I like the parking mooooooove.

[cakM3]

Looks great Charlie. I like the parking mooooooove.

Yeah, me too.....if not waldo then this is the best thing :thumbsup Looking forward to the meet :biggrin Thanks DW!

[ryankokesh]

Those brakes is siiiiiiiick!!! :drool

[cakM3]

Thank you sir! :biggrin

I have to give credit to BP on this. I was leaning more on getting the BMW Performance Carbon Fiber Strut Brace but BP suggested that the kit from ECS Tuning might not be available the longer I had waited so I pulled the trigger on them first. Eventually thanks to Steve, Prowlerflyer, I was able to source the BMW Performance Carbon Fiber Strut Brace as well....so I'm very pleased with the progress of my ZHP project...:) Couldn't have done it without these awesome people...:thumbsup

Some would say that I've been "out of control" regarding modding my ZHP this year..... I have to agree, but its fun! :biggrin

[johnrando]

Wow, looks great!

[cakM3]

Thanks John :thumbsup You will see first hand on Friday when I pick you up :)

[iZHP]

Charlie, how did you end up running your Sirius antenna? On the roof, or rear deck?

[cakM3]

Charlie, how did you end up running your Sirius antenna? On the roof, or rear deck?

Ian,

Eventually I will reroute my Sirius antenna from the shark fin. When I test fitted my shark fin the adhesive stuck to the roof pretty good and right now I just don't have the time, or energy, to put into taking off the shark fin so I routed the antenna (temporarily for this trip) to the rear deck just like how I have it in my ///M.

[derbo]

looking awesome there Charlie!

[cakM3]

Thanks Derek! :thumbsup

[sna77]

Today I finally installed my Sirius Satellite radio. Had a few glitches during the install and even broke a part (which will be replaced at a later date). Hardest part was running my Satellite radio antenna but got it done.

All I have left is to clean up the wiring connecting to my docking port and rerouting my power then I'll be set. :thumbsup

Now I can enjoy satellite radio when I drive south :biggrin


Charlie, did you order that refurbed Sirius unit with free year of service I uncovered?

[cakM3]

No but I probably should. Right now I want to get that 13th gen ULF module and your original side mirrors...:)

[johnrando]

Charlie, do you have a detailed list of what you ordered for your VANOS redo? No hurry, as I know you are hitting the books.

[cakM3]

John,

I'll get that list out to you over the weekend. I might just give you a call instead though :thumbsup

[johnrando]

Thanks. Again, no hurry at all. Just wanting to be sure and the list you got looked solid.

[328ioc]

John,

I'll get that list out to you over the weekend. I might just give you a call instead though :thumbsup

Any chance I can get a copy of that list too?

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[cakM3]

Any chance I can get a copy of that list too?

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I'll get that list out to both you and John as soon as I can squeeze some time over the next couple of days.....lots going on at the moment....

[Strider]

Charlie, when I grow up I want to be just like you! Very nice...love the way you have taken a great car to another level entirely.

[328ioc]

I'll get that list out to both you and John as soon as I can squeeze some time over the next couple of days.....lots going on at the moment....

Thanks no rush for me either just like John.

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[cakM3]

Okay, I will now shift my priority and outline exactly what I did for my VANOS rebuild over the next few days and update it in my projects thread....something I should have done. I have all the info on my desktop computer so its just a matter of organizing everything. Stay tuned everyone! :)

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[jayjay_dee]

Charlie, whats the chance of you helping me out do the VANOS on my zhp?:fingerscrossed:begging

[danewilson77]

Charlie, whats the chance of you helping me out do the VANOS on my zhp?:fingerscrossed:begging

There are several options in your area. Charlie is good, if he has time.

[cakM3]

Thanks Dane :thumbsup

Jayjay... call me tonight. My info is in the member's section :)

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[Ryans323i]

Charlie, when I grow up I want to be just like you! ...........

+1 Charlie's awesome!

[cakM3]

+1 Charlie's awesome!

Hold that thought Ryan.....Kyle and I are working on something....;)

[cakM3]

Charlie, when I grow up I want to be just like you! Very nice...love the way you have taken a great car to another level entirely.

James, you have what I would love to have.....an ///M sedan :drool I'm just showing you what you can do with your awesome sleeper.....some ///M3 side mirrors and review mirrors would add a very nice touch to your beautiful ride :thumbsup

Thanks so much for the complements of my ZHP :) Still working on my beautiful project :biggrin

[cakM3]

I just found another item I will be adding to my ZHP someday.....a carbon fiber facelift hood w/ power dome. Another item I want to install to add distinctiveness to my already "not so special" ZHP...:)

Edit: Found out that the power dome hood is not available for the sedan, so I guess this is something I won't be doing. I don't think I like the GTR hoods that are still available for these cars.....I don't think I will have enough mods to carry this so the plain hood will be what I will have...:/

[johnrando]

You sure do Charlie. With the mods you've got, this will look sick!

[cakM3]

Thanks John :thumbsup My vision is to take my ZHP up to another level so it's distinctly different from all the others but still clean in what I am trying to go for. Love the ///M styling cues ( go figure since I own one :) ) and with the ZHP, seems appropriate to have some of this but then everyone has a different vision for their unique rides :biggrin

Since I will never get rid of my "not so special" ZHP, it only makes sense to me to further refine the looks with other mods to tie everything together for that :drool look ;)

Dane has already recommended BBS wheels for my ride and eventually, I will have my set of BBS wheels.....someday....;)

Edit: Jan 2015 - I finally got my BBS CH wheels for my ZHP and it looks absolutely fantastic!!


http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/13/78d85e27ed4a00dcf20e378e6c89b8b6.jpg

[DasMechaniKer]

Oh baby, that's gonna rock Charlie!!

[cakM3]

Thanks Kyle, that's what I'm shooting for ;)

[Audi 0000]

Both of your cars....:drool

[BimmerWill]

Love what you've done so far..in for more :)

[Ryans323i]

Love that hood. It's going to look awesome. Great styling Charlie!

[cakM3]

Both of your cars....:drool
Thanks :) I love them too :biggrin


Love what you've done so far..in for more :)
I will be continuing my journey with as many projects as I can....thanks! :thumbsup Got to follow through with my vision ;)


Love that hood. It's going to look awesome. Great styling Charlie!
Ryan, I was wondering when you would get to this...;) I have been texting Kyle about this for the past day now...:biggrin When I get this hood, it should turn out really good when I get done....now that I have Dane's camera, I will be able to get in some great shots to post here...:) As always, thanks for your words of encouragement and praise...:thumbsup

[Ryans323i]

Yeah, Kyle told me last night and I was like,"Oh man that's going to look awesome!". Lol

[cakM3]

Yeah Ryan, I have some glitches to work out right now but eventually, I will have my power dome hood on the ZHP :thumbsup There's still lots I want to do before I can say I'm satisfied with my ZHP project.....many more items I would love to have and get installed.....I think that's why I'm having so much fun doing this....not as much for the attention but the satisfaction of having done it...:thumbsup

[Ryans323i]

I completely understand. And I'm enjoying watching you and your ZHP's journey!

[cakM3]

Appreciate it Ryan! Always looking for feedback on what I'm doing...:)

Now that I got a great Nikon camera from Dane, I will be able to incorporate higher quality shots ( once I really learn how to use this camera :) )

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

Pretty cool feature if you ask me...;)

[DasMechaniKer]

That is cool Charlie. In camera features like that make photos more exciting to take since you can see what your image looks like immediately.

[cakM3]

Thanks Kyle! Looking forward to learning more :)

[johnrando]

You're going to be able to take some great shots with that selective color feature, very cool! Just look out for shadows /glare where it greys that out the car too.

[cakM3]

You're going to be able to take some great shots with that selective color feature, very cool! Just look out for shadows /glare where it greys that out the car too.

Yeah John, I can already see what you are talking about. I guess that's where you learn all about the importance of proper lighting and how it works with your photography....I figure there are a lot of really good people here who can share their knowledge...I'm willing to learn ;)

I already see the potential of this fine camera....I'm just glad I was able to buy this when I did :thumbsup

[Ryans323i]

Now you've got a quality camera to take pictures of your quality car! The color selection is pretty neat! Didn't know it had an Imola selection! :biggrin

Your ZHP look beautiful in the pictures. And now we get to enjoy the progression of the ZHP and your photog skillz!

[cakM3]

Yeah, I'm finding more interesting selections to this awesome camera...:) I also played with color sketch - interesting feature... here are a few more pics...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

What is amazing about this camera is that I don't know anything about photography and with these effects I am able to produce these pictures. Pretty neat! :thumbsup

[elric]

Very cool pics, Charlie

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[cakM3]

Thanks Jeff :)

[johnrando]

Cool. I hadn't even tried sketch mode, really like that. I'll have to give it a shot.

[Ryans323i]

You're just having too much fun Charlie! Look'n good.


Cool. I hadn't even tried sketch mode, really like that. I'll have to give it a shot.

I see what you did there. :)

[cakM3]

Thanks John and Ryan! :thumbsup Yeah John, this camera has so much potential for fun ;) I hope everyone doesn't mind my sharing these pics....of course, any constructive comments are welcomed since I'm still in the noob/learning phase :)

[johnrando]

As the camera can generally take care of lighting until you get more refined, personally I recommend starting with composition and framing... basically what you're taking a picture of, and where (and HOW ie leading lines, rule of thirds, etc) you put it in the frame. I definitely suggest taking some sort of class either online or at a local photography shop. I think lynda.com is a popular online site. Once you get that down, move on to lighting techniques such as spot metering, etc, and then more advanced topics.

[cakM3]

Great advice John :thumbsup I will look into this :)

[derbo]

Looking good!

What size are those spacers in the front? :)

[johnrando]

Great advice John :thumbsup I will look into this :)

You're welcome. That said, often, lighting is the real difference in a good vs. a great photograph, so don't underestimate that. It's as Mark and Casey always say, you have to get the basics down first. Composition and framing are good basics again, because your camera can handle many general lighting situations. Also, if Dane included the Nikon DVD that came with the camera, definitely watch it (I'm guessing you might have already done that).

[cakM3]

Looking good!

What size are those spacers in the front? :)

Thanks Derek! The front spacers are TMS 10mm.

@ John, I don't recollect getting the Nikon DVD from Dane.....will have to go through my kit to make sure...

[danewilson77]

Thanks Derek! The front spacers are TMS 10mm.

@ John, I don't recollect getting the Nikon DVD from Dane.....will have to go through my kit to make sure...

I told you the day you took delivery, I would need to locate that. Still looking.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[cakM3]

I told you the day you took delivery, I would need to locate that. Still looking.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

Dane, no problem. Not too worried about it right now. I have been having a blast discovering this awesome camera :)

[danewilson77]

Dane, no problem. Not too worried about it right now. I have been having a blast discovering this awesome camera :)

Yup...I didn't think you were too worried about it. It's here somewhere. I will send it to you.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[johnrando]

Dane, if you can't find it, I'll send him mine.

[danewilson77]

Dane, if you can't find it, I'll send him mine.

Copy. Thanks John. I will let ya know.

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[cakM3]

Today I had my lower steering wheel trim wrapped by a good friend of mine....I like the look :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/images_zpsb9fba546.jpeg

[Ryans323i]

I like the look too.

[cakM3]

Thank you Ryan :) Looks like I will be doing this to my ///M sometime :)

[ryankokesh]

Nice!!


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[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Since it's such a nice morning, I got BP up here to assist me in figuring out if we can reprogram my 'updated' LCM to work in my ZHP. My immediate plan is to have the LCM recoded so I can have one touch triple blink feature. The auto lights is another feature I will eventually retrofit to my ZHP but that's a later project.

The updated LCM connected to my ZHP
http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c996-a0ad-f5f4.jpg

Unfortunately I'm getting that dreaded tamper dot :(
http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c996-a0eb-2cfe.jpg

The original LCM label plate
http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c996-a12f-62d2.jpg

Updated LCM label plate
http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c996-a181-5d3b.jpg

Still working out the kinks....one step at a time. I will eventually get this figured out :)

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[328ioc]

Wow the lcm will give the tamper dot? Good to know because I always thought it was just for if the mileage was tampered with.

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[derbo]

If you know how to recode it do tell! I love to have triple blinkers lol


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[cakM3]

Wow the lcm will give the tamper dot? Good to know because I always thought it was just for if the mileage was tampered with.

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Yeah, you need to code in the VIN and mileage. Right now I'm trying to figure this out.

@ derbo, once I have this figured out I will pass along the info :thumbsup

[derbo]

sweet. Do you have triple blinkers now already?

[cakM3]

Not yet... haven't figured out how to reprogram a used LCM yet

[derbo]

Last i heard, you need a non BMW tool to reprogram these things like PA Soft. Then you can use NCSexpert to change the setting.

[cakM3]

I have PA Soft working but still need to figure this out....damn college!!!! Getting in my BMW research way.....:facepalm

If I could, I would change my major to BMW E46 :)

Derek, funny.... I have a good friend with the same last name as yours....his first name is Alex. He lives in Silverdale WA.

[328ioc]

A friend of mine programed mine to do the double blink. I think its the euro hazard or something. When I get back to Florida tomorrow I can ask him if he knows how to do the triple.

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[derbo]

A friend of mine programed mine to do the double blink. I think its the euro hazard or something. When I get back to Florida tomorrow I can ask him if he knows how to do the triple.

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You need a mid 05+ LCM in order to get this to work. Once you get a 2005 LCM working you get just set this and wala.

ALSZ CYCL_TI_BLK dreimal enables triple-flash blinkers

There are many NGs all over the place :)

[Hornung418]

You don't need the mileage to code the LCM, just the last seven of the VIN and you'll be fine.

And Derek, it's not necessarily an 05+, but an SW value of 4.0 or greater. That's the key for triple blink.

Sent from Jefferson, NC.

[cakM3]

Justin,

I thought it had to be s/w vers 4.0 or later to have one touch triple blink but I remember Ian doing his with BP's help and he got one touch triple blink working on his LCM (s/w vers 3.6).

Edit: s/w 4.0 or 4.5 is required for one touch triple blink feature to work.

My understanding is that I have to reset mileage (0000.00) and have the right VIN programmed in. Then the car does the rest. Problem is I can't do either using my BMW scanner w/ PA Soft. Problem is that right now I don't have the time to figure this issue out so I let BP take my scanner and interface cable/LCM so he could get this sorted out while I focus on my college......

[Hornung418]

Okay! Good info, Charlie.

Sent from Jefferson, NC.

[cakM3]

BP successfully reprogrammed my "new to me" LCM with no tamper dot! Also showed the one touch triple blink I was looking for :thumbsup

You can skip over to the 1 minute mark to see what BP has done :)


http://vimeo.com/45476554

Now I have to wait until he's available to come up to install and reprogram my LCM to my ZHP :) AWESOME work by BP again :biggrin

Also finally sorted out my antenna issue with my SIRIUS Satellite radio....now I have perfect reception! :) (as it should be) I'm getting my ZHP closer to perfect.....it's nice seeing everything starting to flow together...:biggrin

[Nivo]

Today I had my lower steering wheel trim wrapped by a good friend of mine....I like the look :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/WrappedTrim01.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/DSC_0014-2.jpg

I need this done, unless I get off my lazy butt and buy some vinyl myself.

[cakM3]

Nivo,

I was lucky because I wasn't sure if I had wanted to do this or not. My friend in Manchester did this while I was up there for his bbq. I don't have the patience to do this sort of thing and he did an awesome job....couldn't be happier with the results. I will be looking to do this to my ///M well before the next SIGFest :thumbsup

[derbo]

You don't need the mileage to code the LCM, just the last seven of the VIN and you'll be fine.

And Derek, it's not necessarily an 05+, but an SW value of 4.0 or greater. That's the key for triple blink.

Sent from Jefferson, NC.

I thought SW 4.0 came after mid-2005?


Anyways sweet deal for BP to get it to work! :) I would love myself a new LCM... :X

[cakM3]

I thought SW 4.0 came after mid-2005?


Anyways sweet deal for BP to get it to work! :) I would love myself a new LCM... :X

Derek, it's supposed to be mid '05 and '06 for E46.

[Hornung418]

Just saying that the year is not the best way to determine the s/w value.

[cakM3]

Just saying that the year is not the best way to determine the s/w value.

Agreed Justin. If ordering from the dealer it's best to order a 2006 ///M LCM. You will most likely get one with s/w vers 4.0 or later :) I will find out today when I stop by the dealership :)

[derbo]

Yea 2006 just to be safe lol :)

Sounds good Charlie!


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[cakM3]

Yea 2006 just to be safe lol :)

Sounds good Charlie!


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Derek,

I ordered the new '06 ///M3 LCM and verified the s/w version at the dealership this afternoon. I will be getting s/w vers 4.5 for the new LCM I will be upgrading into my ///M this week :) The ZHP will get it's upgrade to s/w vers 4.0, both of which will give my bimmers one touch triple blink (F T W) :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

How much was the LCM for the ZHP Charlie?

[cakM3]

How much was the LCM for the ZHP Charlie?

Dane,

I paid $80 for the LCM from ebay

The new one I'm getting from the dealer is going to cost me $310 but it's for an '06 ///M3 with s/w vers 4.5. This one is going in my ///M :)

[derbo]

awesome!

Charlie,

How does one recode an LCM? :D

[cakM3]

awesome!

Charlie,

How does one recode an LCM? :D

Derek,

BP recently figured out how to do this. He will be passing along the info soon :thumbsup


On another note... the ZHP will be getting an LCM with s/w vers 4.0 while my ///M will be getting a brand new LCM with s/w vers 4.5 :thumbsup One touch triple blink will then apply :)

[cakM3]

I got my updated LCM s/w vers 4.0 installed this morning and BP coded it so its set up for my car. No more tamper dots to worry about and I now have one touch triple blink enabled :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c993-735f-1ed8.jpg

I also changed out the faceplate so I can eventually do the rain sensor/auto headlight DIY

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c993-73d2-624e.jpg

BP verified his LCM coding procedure this morning so he should be putting it out sometime. It's nice to know we have this capability for those who desire to update their LCM module :thumbsup

Thanks for your help BP! :)

[JupiterBMW]

Ok, we need to get you two down to Florida for some coding. I have two vehicles for you! Charlie, you can help me with mods while BP unleashes on the coding. I have a freaking laundry list of things I want to change on both cars...

Seriously though, LOVE... I got so used to having the triple blink in the X3, I miss it in the ZHP...

[danewilson77]

Ok, we need to get you two down to Florida for some coding. I have two vehicles for you! Charlie, you can help me with mods while BP unleashes on the coding. I have a freaking laundry list of things I want to change on both cars...

Seriously though, LOVE... I got so used to having the triple blink in the X3, I miss it in the ZHP...

No...you just need to come up to Williamsburg next year.:)

Sent from Williamsburg, VA USA

[johnrando]

Nice work you two!

[Ryans323i]

Excellent!
And yes w are lucky to have BP in the Mafia.

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[cakM3]

Thanks everyone :) I have been waiting to do this for quite some time. Until recently did I discover that you could recode the LCM using PA Soft. This was awesome :)

@ Jon, yes as Dane mentioned.... you need to make next year's SIGFest. Not only will you get a lot of mods done but you will also get the help from the "family" while there. Totally priceless if you ask me. And... you also get to meet so many awesome people while there :thumbsup

[328ioc]

Well that's two things to add to my list.

1. get one touch triple blink

2. finally make it to sigfest.

Well done charlie and BP.

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[cakM3]

Thanks Devlin! :) For the longest time I didn't think recoding a used LCM would be possible until last week when I let BP go home with my BMW scanner, PA Software, and LCM. During the week he figured out how to recode the LCM and the rest is history. Actually, when recoding, it appeared to me that it was easier to recode the used LCM compared to coding the new LCM I put in my ///M. When I had the new LCM coded, it immediately threw out bulb out errors for my OE LED tail lights. BP had to use SSS to get everything sorted out in the ///M. I always find it interesting how someone can learn so much where coding is concerned.....perhaps when I'm finished with college, I can devote my spare time to doing much more research in this area :thumbsup

I will add that planning to make next years SIGFest is a must if you missed out this year. It was awesome meeting everyone in person. It makes for a much more personal experience that I wouldn't miss out on. I will be there at next year's SIGFest but with my TiAg coupe this time...:roundel

[cakM3]

After ordering the BMW Performance SSK for my ZHP, I realized that I have been getting lots of items from BMW Performance.

--> Performance cross-drilled rotors (front and back)
--> Performance BBK
--> Performance Carbon Fiber Strut Brace

and now Performance SSK

... just updating my project thread... ;)

[danewilson77]

I thought ZHP had performance ssk? No?

[cakM3]

Dane,

The BMW Performance SSK is the same as the 330d shifter (both shifters are the same part number)... I have the 330d shifter installed in the ///M and between my ZHP and ///M there is a difference. BP and Steve (Prowlerflyer) have driven my ///M and can add to this. It seems, the BMW SSK (aka, 330d shifter) has a shorter throw compared to the ZHP shifter. At least that's how it feels every time I drive the ///M....I'm looking for a similar feel for the ZHP :)

[cakM3]

330d Shifter planned to be installed sometime over the next weekend. I will see if I can coordinate with a good friend to assist in the install then I will have a nice drive to determine if the effort was well worth it :) I'm guessing that I will be pleased with the new shifter...:biggrin

I will post a review of this shifter in the ZHP for everyone. :thumbsup

[nike001]

The BMW Performance SSK is the same as the 330d shifter (both shifters are the same part number)...



IRRC, the part numbers for the 330d and the BMW Perf shifter are only the same in regards to the e46 M3. To our ZHP's, they carry different part numbers.

[328ioc]

Thanks Devlin! :) For the longest time I didn't think recoding a used LCM would be possible until last week when I let BP go home with my BMW scanner, PA Software, and LCM. During the week he figured out how to recode the LCM and the rest is history. Actually, when recoding, it appeared to me that it was easier to recode the used LCM compared to coding the new LCM I put in my ///M. When I had the new LCM coded, it immediately threw out bulb out errors for my OE LED tail lights. BP had to use SSS to get everything sorted out in the ///M. I always find it interesting how someone can learn so much where coding is concerned.....perhaps when I'm finished with college, I can devote my spare time to doing much more research in this area :thumbsup

I will add that planning to make next years SIGFest is a must if you missed out this year. It was awesome meeting everyone in person. It makes for a much more personal experience that I wouldn't miss out on. I will be there at next year's SIGFest but with my TiAg coupe this time...:roundel

Agreed. I do plan on coming next year and I also plan on buying something very similar to your tiag next year when I graduate, but that's assuming I get my dream job (I am damn close) and assuming I am able too keep the zhp as a DD.

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[cakM3]

Agreed. I do plan on coming next year and I also plan on buying something very similar to your tiag next year when I graduate, but that's assuming I get my dream job (I am damn close) and assuming I am able too keep the zhp as a DD.

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Delvin,

That is the best of both worlds. Seeing how I happen to own both, this is the way to go :thumbsup

I really hope you are able to get your dream job and able to have both cars :)

But then after driving Kristen's modded 135...now that car can satisfy any speed deamon's thirst! I had the unique opportunity to drive Kristen's car and was very tempted to leave my ///M in her care while I borrowed her 135...:) That car is a beast :drool

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[az3579]

But then after driving Kristen's modded 135...now that car can satisfy any speed deamon's thirst! I had the unique opportunity to drive Kristen's car and was very tempted to leave my ///M in her care while I borrowed her 135...:) That car is a beast :drool


I second every last word of this. I'll never forget the squat.

[cakM3]

Yes the squat :drool

[cakM3]

gominigo tow hook license plate installed until my new registration stickers are applied...http://img.tapatalk.com/64280191-a84e-55fd.jpg

[Ryans323i]

I like that license plate holder. Very clean.

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan! I put it back on because my registration will expire at the end of the month. I figure since I'm running this close, I would at least mount the front tags (required in my state) until my registration has been renewed...;)