What did you do for your ZHP/ BMW / MINI today? #2

[Johal E32]

Clears are still in transit. Should be here by the end of this week!

I was checking out some LS V8's yesterday.. I have decided on a LS7 (7.0L V8, 505 HP) OR an LS3 (6.2L V8, 430HP), Tremec tr 060 6 speed tranny, E46 M3 rear subframe with reinforcements plates etc.. Custom driveshaft, custom headers, hi flow cats, quad exhausts. The wagon should be the quite the beast if I go through with this plan in the next few years :pimp

Basically An E46 version of this

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1924588-E39-touring-project

[midlandtech]

So much win

[Avetiso]

Oh goodness please do it.

[Torxuvin]

Clears are still in transit. Should be here by the end of this week!

I was checking out some LS V8's yesterday.. I have decided on a LS7 (7.0L V8, 505 HP) OR an LS3 (6.2L V8, 430HP), Tremec tr 060 6 speed tranny, E46 M3 rear subframe with reinforcements plates etc.. Custom driveshaft, custom headers, hi flow cats, quad exhausts. The wagon should be the quite the beast if I go through with this plan in the next few years :pimp

Basically An E46 version of this

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1924588-E39-touring-project

IMO an LS3 would most likely be cheaper and more reliable. The LS7 has had a few problems with the lifters and a few other parts failing. Seems to be hit or miss though. You could just put a cam in the LS3 while you were at it if you wanted some more power.

Sweet project though.

[Johal E32]

IMO an LS3 would most likely be cheaper and more reliable. The LS7 has had a few problems with the lifters and a few other parts failing. Seems to be hit or miss though. You could just put a cam in the LS3 while you were at it if you wanted some more power.

Sweet project though.

I just though of that actually. I remembered that I could just cam the Ls3 when I am ready to, and it will make some stupid power. Ugh, so much money though for this project.. Once I am done with college and my job is stable and making me some good money, I will go balls to the walls with this project. I plan to retain AC, a fully functioning instrument cluster, and all that good stuff.

After hearing my Dad's S62 in his E39 and checking out two s65 (M3 V8 powered) Z4 race cars yesterday I have established that V8 power is the only way to go.

[midlandtech]

I just though of that actually. I remembered that I could just cam the Ls3 when I am ready to, and it will make some stupid power. Ugh, so much money though for this project.. Once I am done with college and my job is stable and making me some good money, I will go balls to the walls with this project. I plan to retain AC, a fully functioning instrument cluster, and all that good stuff.

After hearing my Dad's S62 in his E39 and checking out two s65 (M3 V8 powered) Z4 race cars yesterday I have established that V8 power is the only way to go.

Would be sick if you kept it stock looking with a quiet exhaust and electric dumps.

Like these
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEAAQ5JWCxw&feature=youtube_gdata_player


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[Hermes]

Jordan, are you gonna get BAR certified?

as for me, installed a working antenna

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-6.jpg

...and finished disassembly of my AC blower.
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-4.jpg

I'll put the new center console and Alpine deck in today.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/4176C417-8F1D-4903-B52C-6F61C95995EF-17152-000013DA54E41CD8.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/2CEAC75E-85E6-4900-83F2-7ADF3219B385-1165-000001DBA22A62F6.jpg

old console:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/P1050761.jpg

Also traded my early M6 wheel to Carl for an E21 sport wheel. He's gonna get my old wheel recovered so he can use it on his early M5.

old wheel:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-5.jpg

[Johal E32]

^ nice shoes, I love Adidas ;)

Yeah, I am going to try to get the car BAR certified, I want everything to be CA smog legal. It will be difficult, but I think it can be done. Hopefully.

That E21 looks like so much fun to drive. I think I am going to ask this nice gentleman around the corner if he wants to sell his, I have only seen him drive it once. It's black on tan, 5 speed, all original, and it even has the nice BBS wheels on it!

[Tnhl1989]

While I was swapping out my diff, I noticed that one of my rear Konis was leaking. Replaced them with Bilsteins today. Still gotta do the struts... I was kinda disappointed that they were leaking even though they have 70k on them, then I saw that the shafts were corroded and severly pitted. They went right to the scrap metal pile. No rebuilding them.

Also, Got my new splitters on... finally. I used SS screws and fender washers on the bottom and double sided tape on the top. I used a stepped drill bit to drill the holes and supported the back with a block of wood. This kept the holes nice and clean. I'm pretty happy with the way they turned out. Like Jupiter said, the fit isn't perfect but I think they look damn good...With my car lowered, I only have a few inches of clearance though.

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/_DSC3727_zps0200e59a.jpg

For comparison, here are my old CF ones from a few years back. My car isn't lowered in this pic.

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/DSC_0072.jpg

Which differential are you running now? I plan on swapping out my diff and subframe during the reunion since I will be surrounded by awesome experts in that procedure. :) I realized that I have a 3.46 and not a 3.38 diff to swap into. :) I got a subframe with really good bushings from chad earlier today as I gave him my old one. Got that and getting it ready to be installed as well.

[jgt_zhp]

Ordered BMW Scanner 1.4.0 today. Lord knows what kind of new trouble this will let me get myself into. Especially since wading through the coding threads, well over half the time it's not really possible to discern exactly what language is being spoken. I just know it's not English

[Hermes]

^ nice shoes, I love Adidas ;)

Yeah, I am going to try to get the car BAR certified, I want everything to be CA smog legal. It will be difficult, but I think it can be done. Hopefully.

That E21 looks like so much fun to drive. I think I am going to ask this nice gentleman around the corner if he wants to sell his, I have only seen him drive it once. It's black on tan, 5 speed, all original, and it even has the nice BBS wheels on it!

Thanks bud! Honestly, Samba Millenium's are some of the best driving shoes ever.

If you need help with the swap let me know, I'm just a plane ride away. My sister goes to Cal so I can always just blame my trip on her ;)

As for that E21, send me some pics. They might be slow, but are fun to drive and get great gas milage (I can get 35+ if I keep it under 70). Sounds like that one might be a real 320is. It should have the same steering wheel I posted, 13x5.5 BBS', A REAR SWAY BAR (the easiest way to tell a real one, but it's possible that was added later), on the top passenger side of the diff neck there should be an imprinted huge S (it should also be on the diff tag, assuming its still there), and Recaro seats. I personally consider the 320is the first version of M-Tech cars, its basically just a factory upgraded 320 in same way how a ZHP is an upgraded 330. Difference is at the time there were no ///M cars, so that was the best US 3er (323i was a better car but wouldn't pass smog so only available in Grey Market). Definitely check it out and keep me updated.

said BBS wheels:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/2500DB68-6EC3-47AA-BE0C-3A5B648711B6-2137-00000311B717E7FB.jpg

[Johal E32]

Thanks bud! Honestly, Samba Millenium's are some of the best driving shoes ever.

If you need help with the swap let me know, I'm just a plane ride away. My sister goes to Cal so I can always just blame my trip on her ;)

As for that E21, send me some pics. They might be slow, but are fun to drive and get great gas milage (I can get 35+ if I keep it under 70). Sounds like that one might be a real 320is. It should have the same steering wheel I posted, 13x5.5 BBS', A REAR SWAY BAR (the easiest way to tell a real one, but it's possible that was added later), on the top passenger side of the diff neck there should be an imprinted huge S (it should also be on the diff tag, assuming its still there), and Recaro seats. Definitely check it out and keep me updated.

said BBS wheels:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/2500DB68-6EC3-47AA-BE0C-3A5B648711B6-2137-00000311B717E7FB.jpg

Yeah, it has those wheels. It has sheepskin's on the front seats so I can't tell if they are Recaros.. I'll check the steering wheel next time I walk by, and I will get some pictures of it too.

I will probably take you up on some help when I start prepping my car on the V8 swap. Thanks!

[Hermes]

for sure bud, just let me know ahead of time so I can make plans

[niart906]

I washed the ///M for the first time today with Turtle Wax's No Rinse Wash solution. (Basically a cheaper Optimum No Rinse) All I can say is wow!! Where has this sh!t been my whole car driving life?!? It's perfect for detailing in between washes and for cleaning up bird dirt. It'll come in handy now that pollen season is back. I wiped my front windshield and this is what my blue microfiber looked like...

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-17.jpg

[Mtnman]

Waxed mine today for the meet!


http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/D805091C-1838-40F7-BB10-5E7864EB7E28-1320-000001050FC369AC_zps76c3bf2c.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/D805091C-1838-40F7-BB10-5E7864EB7E28-1320-000001050FC369AC_zps76c3bf2c.jpg.html)

[Johal E32]

Mom was on her way down the driveway and met me as I was pulling in, so I asked her if she wanted to see something cool.. but she said no. She ended up seeing anyways.

Then she texted me and asked if I disconnected my rear brakes :shifty

(I didn't)


Oh, also! My red plasti-dip came in today. Gonna spray my AFe dynamic intake scoop that goes behind the front kidney grills. Pics will be posted later.



Stuart, PM terra. I'm sure he'd be able to guide you through removing the tamper dot. (his username is at the top of this page... or at least in my browser it is)

LOL.

[Hermes]

Waxed mine today for the meet!


http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/D805091C-1838-40F7-BB10-5E7864EB7E28-1320-000001050FC369AC_zps76c3bf2c.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/D805091C-1838-40F7-BB10-5E7864EB7E28-1320-000001050FC369AC_zps76c3bf2c.jpg.html)

damn... wanna come help me out? I haz a shorty sporty that could use a detail of that quality

[Sockethead]

Removed both struts in 45 minutes. Kpro is going to get the mechanics to swap the Konis for the Bilstiens at her Acura dealer tomorrow while I'm at work then I'll install the new ones. Hopefully my new LCABs will be here tomorrow. My last set of Meyles didn't last very long

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[gr330zhp]

Helped my father upgrade the angel eyes on his M6...mission accomplished!

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[ICTZHP]

Spent the weekend under the hood of the ZHP. I replaced the oil filter housing gasket and CCV valve/hoses, then I cleaned the idle control valve and rebuilt the DISA with the GAS rebuild kit. I definitely do not ever want to do the CCV valve job again. The GAS DISA rebuild kit and their DIY are excellent if anyone is thinking about going that route.

I thought Germans were big people, there were a bunch of places that my hands simply would not fit. I had to get Mrs. ICTZHP to remove and install some of the air intake hose clamps for me. Happy Mother's Day to her!!! It was quite satisfying to start the car up and back out of the garage after all of the work that had been done.:roundel

[Sockethead]

Which differential are you running now? I plan on swapping out my diff and subframe during the reunion since I will be surrounded by awesome experts in that procedure. :) I realized that I have a 3.46 and not a 3.38 diff to swap into. :) I got a subframe with really good bushings from chad earlier today as I gave him my old one. Got that and getting it ready to be installed as well.

It's along story but I'll have a 3.46 in it by the end of the week. Swapping out the diff is pretty basic as I found out..

[330i ZHP]

I tried to find the E46 12x1.5 oem wheel locks. I gave the two sets I had away back in December. My memory of parts I have and don't have is getting bad.

Sorry to those that were interested

Also, I am buying back the LSD diff from Kpro - awhile back I had multiple diffs sitting in the garage and I seem to have mixed up the 3.15 and the 3.46 LSD diffs I had.

So, I will have a 3.15 LSD avail if anyone is interested. I will let it go for $1500 since it isn't the 3.46 - the buyer from E46 got a great deal - and never complained about the 250 higher RPM on highway.

[Imola.ZHP]

OK, here is my status - I have NCS Expert working.

I coded the current LCM and the new to enable bi xenon with halogen for highbeams and to NOT turn off fogs when flash to pass or high beams…this thing is going to be a space ship with high beams on…

I reactivated the euro flashers

And on the new module the three blinks - BUT, I HAVE THE TAMPER DOT with the new LCM and couldn’t figure out how to get rid of it…I tried to go in through Progman to code a replacement but I couldn’t get progman to see more than 12.4v at pin 30…even with my huge/consistent charger with various settings for volts/amps (and this charger has worked with another persons progman before)

So, I have my original LCM in there right now.

Further…

I coded key controlled roll up of windows and folding with key mirrors and changed the max speed for which I can fold the mirrors - I can now do it while on the road instead of dead stop


I need to remember to turn off NAV accept (I had it before but with my meddling tonight I lost it)

So, left to do (that I can think of) is NAV accept, tamper dot removal (and checking coding on that LCM) and then hope that none of the automatic trans coding has seeped back in…ugh….

I can't wait for a few of you guys to become NCS Expert experts! I have wanted coding done for years, maybe I can make the reunion next year and have one of y'all code her up for me...



Also, Got my new splitters on... finally. I used SS screws and fender washers on the bottom and double sided tape on the top. I used a stepped drill bit to drill the holes and supported the back with a block of wood. This kept the holes nice and clean. I'm pretty happy with the way they turned out. Like Jupiter said, the fit isn't perfect but I think they look damn good...With my car lowered, I only have a few inches of clearance though.

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/_DSC3727_zps0200e59a.jpg


These look great! Love the x5 IS in the back too! What splitters are these exactly? Your car is black, my car is red and I usually cover some damage to the front lip with the regular splitters everyone else has, will these still cover that damage? Its kind of hard to tell on your car...




http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1924588-E39-touring-project

Wow, love wagons and love e39's, nice build!

[JupiterBMW]

Spent the weekend under the hood of the ZHP. I replaced the oil filter housing gasket and CCV valve/hoses, then I cleaned the idle control valve and rebuilt the DISA with the GAS rebuild kit. I definitely do not ever want to do the CCV valve job again. The GAS DISA rebuild kit and their DIY are excellent if anyone is thinking about going that route.

I thought Germans were big people, there were a bunch of places that my hands simply would not fit. I had to get Mrs. ICTZHP to remove and install some of the air intake hose clamps for me. Happy Mother's Day to her!!! It was quite satisfying to start the car up and back out of the garage after all of the work that had been done.:roundel

She let you work on cars on Mother's Day!?!? Geezus... I was barely allowed on the Mafia all day. I started texting with a couple of guys towards the evening and I almost got the stink eye for that! :biggrin

[Meric]

http://imageshack.us/scaled/landing/13/activeautowerke.jpg

Forced induction time.. ;) Active Autowerke Supercharger Stage 1.. Hope my Auto can hold up.

[danewilson77]

She let you work on cars on Mother's Day!?!? Geezus... I was barely allowed on the Mafia all day. I started texting with a couple of guys towards the evening and I almost got the stink eye for that! :biggrin

Pffft. Newlyweds.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Pip]

I'm interested to see your progress and thoughts once you get the supercharger installed Meric.

[johnrando]

Marcus, I have an extra set of those splitters for sale.
@Meric - congrats on taking the SC plunge, looking forward to reviews.
@Rob - splitters look great!

[Meric]

Thank you just got a call from them.. Auto Tranny is good with Stage 1 they say.

[Mtnman]

awesome Meric!

[johnrando]

Oh I forgot, great shine on your car David!

[redwagon]

Replaced the Y intake tube, had the usual 70K hole in the snorkel.........this one was a real PIA....over an hour to get the lower tube off due to the hoseclamp positions...wow. FInally ended cutting off most of the boot, that really helped.
Also diagnosed my windshield washer pump.....dead and new one on order.

[Meric]

I hated my car when I replaced torn lower intake boot.. Hose clamp was in worst position to reach.. It would be easier to drop the engine and fix it :D

[az3579]

How many stages are there? I thought that price got a higher stage level.

What kind of power are you looking at?

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[Meric]

They have 2 Stages.

Stage 1 runs at 8psi stage 2 I think 10.

Stage one gives 365 HP
Stage two gives 405 HP

You can always add methonol/water..

Stage two is around 6 Grand..

[Sockethead]

Also, I am buying back the LSD diff from Kpro - awhile back I had multiple diffs sitting in the garage and I seem to have mixed up the 3.15 and the 3.46 LSD diffs I had.

So, I will have a 3.15 LSD avail if anyone is interested. I will let it go for $1500 since it isn't the 3.46 - the buyer from E46 got a great deal - and never complained about the 250 higher RPM on highway.

This is a really good deal! I have this diff in my car right now... there is a slight performance gain going from the 3.07 to 3.15 but more importantly this is a well built, modified M3 style unit in a 330 housing... direct bolt in...




These look great! Love the x5 IS in the back too! What splitters are these exactly? Your car is black, my car is red and I usually cover some damage to the front lip with the regular splitters everyone else has, will these still cover that damage? Its kind of hard to tell on your car...

They cover the damage to point... these splitter don't wrap around to the wheel well. Unforunately, these were a one time group buy from some guy in Europe...I don't think they are available any more.

Yea the X5 is an awesome machine... with 360HP, it blows the doors off of most cars yet it's comfortable and can pull a 6000 lb trailer

[Crestwood1001]

Changed my oil, Mobil 1 0w40 euro blend and mann filter. Found a good tear on my upper intake boot so ill be ordering the replacement today, I should replace upper and lower while im there but I hear horror stories of changing the lower, is it that bad?

[Hermes]

it's not that bad as long as you can swear like a drunk sailor ;)

check your DISA, plus clean TB and ICV if you're going in there already. Might wanna do CCV also at the same time

[fredo]

I'm disappointed with an Indy I decided to try.

I got a 2005 Mini Cooper one month ago. It was leaking a little oil, so I took it over there. They changed the oil and replaced the "O ring crankshaft sensor". My Dad went to pick up the car and I didn't drive it for some days. Yesterday I noticed the SES light is on plus they didn't reset the oil interval.

Now, I need to go again so they can make things right !

[Hornung418]

Rob I can set up another group buy if necessary. It would have to be another behind the scenes project.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[johnrando]

Rob I can set up another group buy if necessary. It would have to be another behind the scenes project.

From a GS3, this was sent.

How bout a single buy, I have mine for sale. (Hadn't listed them yet, but mentioned them).

[Hornung418]

That's fine John :)

Just puttingnit out there that peiple who are interested can send me a PM and we can discuss further.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[Crestwood1001]

it's not that bad as long as you can swear like a drunk sailor ;)

check your DISA, plus clean TB and ICV if you're going in there already. Might wanna do CCV also at the same time
Not sure iv got it in me to do the CCV, I know I should do it, but it seems like a s*it show. I ordered the boots and the upper boots F connector cause im sure mine will crack. If I decided the lower boot needs replacing I will grab a disa repair kit while im in there.

[Imola.ZHP]

They cover the damage to point... these splitter don't wrap around to the wheel well. Unforunately, these were a one time group buy from some guy in Europe...I don't think they are available any more.

Yea the X5 is an awesome machine... with 360HP, it blows the doors off of most cars yet it's comfortable and can pull a 6000 lb trailer

Hmmm, considering this will be my 3rd (or 4th) pair of spotters, maybe I should stick to that which is readily available.

As for the x5, I still look at them every 4-5 months, but our previous talks of transmission issues and other maintenance issues keep me from pulling the trigger. This boring Homda CR-V needs to go though. Maybe we'll look at current body x5's when the new ones come out and resale takes a dip.

[az3579]

I took off my bumper trim pieces for a respray in PlastiDip. It's temporary, but it gets the job done.
There is ONE piece that literally got blown over by the wind right after spraying. It ended up on the floor, and needless to say got all fudged up as it wasn't dry yet. Quickly wiped it off and resprayed. I have to redo that one as it's very rough and crappy, just ran out of time to do it today.

Not telling which one. :shifty


http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/IMG_20130513_195128_989_zps55b6b192.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/IMG_20130513_195115_551_zps7e154cc1.jpg

Still need to do the side trims. Those aren't bad, only very slightly grey, so I'll just spray those black paint when I redo my bumper trims in actual paint instead of PD.

[Avetiso]

Wobbie looks great.

[johnrando]

Wobbie looks great.

+1

[SoloEuro]

Mtech II rear and New paint + more... :)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7288/8737063024_ed7ae4a3d3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/8737063024/)
Alpine White BMW e46 330Ci Modified at Sun Down. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/8737063024/) by Center SpotLight Media (SoloEuro) (http://www.flickr.com/people/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/), on Flickr

[Pip]

^Finally!! Glad it got out of the booth.

[az3579]

Wobbie looks great.


+1


Thanks guys!



Mtech II rear and New paint + more... :)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7288/8737063024_ed7ae4a3d3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/8737063024/)
Alpine White BMW e46 330Ci Modified at Sun Down. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/8737063024/) by Center SpotLight Media (SoloEuro) (http://www.flickr.com/people/digital-hd-imports-photography_bmw330ice/), on Flickr

So how'd you end up getting it out of the booth??


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[danewilson77]

Looks great Solo.

[328ioc]

Finally got the ZHP insured and registered in Florida. Goodbye front plate!

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[JupiterBMW]

0930- wash and full clay bar completed... The Reunion prep has begun.

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[johnrando]

Yup, great shot Solo. And, very cool Devlin.

[Hermes]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/null-6.jpg

CBI's for the ZHP and shorty sporty

[330i ZHP]

where did you source the osram 5k's??

[Hermes]

where did you source the osram 5k's??

eBay, they came from England. IIRC they were $177 per set

[JupiterBMW]

where did you source the osram 5k's??

I got my Xenarc SVSs at TRS. They were $198/pair... Just FYI for another alternative.

[JupiterBMW]

1100- New plugs in, diff fluid out...

[johnrando]

Looking forward to seeing your machine in person Joop! (As well as many others).

[JupiterBMW]

Lots of distractions today... But...

1215- Diff fluid in, tranny fluid out... Two hotdogs for lunch... Mmm... :biggrin

[Torxuvin]

Good progress so far.

[328ioc]

Wtf I had two hot dogs as well.....

And pasta salad.

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[JupiterBMW]

1245- Tranny fluid back in, very minimal brass fleck in the old oil, makes me happy. :thumbsup

[JupiterBMW]

1400- engine oil and filter changed. Engine bay detailed as well. Not gonna lie, for a fairly stock engine bay, she looks pretty amazing. :)

[Sockethead]

You need this to finish off your engine bay... Trust me...
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[328ioc]

You need this to finish off your engine bay... Trust me...
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I have heard good things about that stuff.

Personally I think Jon and I both need a strut bar to finish off our engine bays.

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[JupiterBMW]

I have heard good things about that stuff.

Personally I think Jon and I both need a strut bar to finish off our engine bays.

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Hah! I agree on the strut bar Devlin!

As for detailing, nah, I've got my stuff that does just fine...

[Johnmadd]

That stuff that sockethead recommended is REALLY good though.

[JupiterBMW]

That stuff that sockethead recommended is REALLY good though.

Yeah I've heard it is, but not locally available. I suppose we can all show off engine bays and see how they look.

Update...

1530- compound of needed areas complete, time for polish. :thumbsup

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[az3579]

Looking forward to seeing your machine in person Joop! (As well as many others).

You will NOT be disappointed. It looks much better in person than in pictures.



Personally I think Jon and I both need a strut bar to finish off our engine bays.



I concur.
BMW performance, like a Bauce.


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[das boots]

You need this to finish off your engine bay... Trust me...
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What specifically does it do after an engine bay detail?

[johnrando]

You will NOT be disappointed. It looks much better in person than in pictures.



I concur.
BMW performance, like a Bauce.


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I'm sure it does for a vintage model. :biggrin

[Sockethead]

What specifically does it do after an engine bay detail?

It puts a protective film on everything and hides minor imperfections, especially on plastic.
At the 1st meet a few years back, I sprayed Kpro's filthy engine bay on her 325 and it looked really good when it was done... No cleaning off of dirt or anything...

[Crestwood1001]

Guys I'm looking for maf sensor cleaner at work and we don't have any, would carb cleaner or electronic cleaner work just the same or should I hold off for maf cleaner?

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[johnrando]

I forget, what is the stuff that you use?

[das boots]

It puts a protective film on everything and hides minor imperfections, especially on plastic.
At the 1st meet a few years back, I sprayed Kpro's filthy engine bay on her 325 and it looked really good when it was done... No cleaning off of dirt or anything...

Is the film petroleum based? Wouldn't that attract dirt/dust similar to Armor All? I have been looking for a protective film for the engine bay for a while now...if this is the real thing, then I better start finding out where I can get those......Thanks.

[danewilson77]

Guys I'm looking for maf sensor cleaner at work and we don't have any, would carb cleaner or electronic cleaner work just the same or should I hold off for maf cleaner?

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Use CRC electronics cleaner.


Is the film petroleum based? Wouldn't that attract dirt/dust similar to Armor All? I have been looking for a protective film for the engine bay for a while now...if this is the real thing, then I better start finding out where I can get those......Thanks.

Silkolene is awesome. I picked mine up on Amazon after Rob gave me some.

Does not attract dirt.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[fredo]

I will order mine from Amazon. Do I need to follow any precaution when Silkolene is applied to the engine ?

[jayjay_dee]

Just ordered mine from ebay. ~$16, free shipping...

[fredo]

Mine was ~$17 in amazon, free shipping.

[Reckless]

Use CRC electronics cleaner.



Silkolene is awesome. I picked mine up on Amazon after Rob gave me some.

Does not attract dirt.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

CRC makes a specific MAF cleaner. Try that, 15 squirts and your done...

[Mtnman]

It puts a protective film on everything and hides minor imperfections, especially on plastic.
At the 1st meet a few years back, I sprayed Kpro's filthy engine bay on her 325 and it looked really good when it was done... No cleaning off of dirt or anything...

And mine too! I just texted kpro about where to find it.

[danewilson77]

I will order mine from Amazon. Do I need to follow any precaution when Silkolene is applied to the engine ?

Yes.

Don't spray it in your eyes.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[fredo]

Yes.

Don't spray it in your eyes.



LOL. You got it, Boss !
Will post "before" and "after" pics.

[das boots]

Dumb question......how much or where exactly can this be applied in the engine bay? Has the e.b need to be super clean? Removing of dust or any petroleum spill a requirement?

[danewilson77]

Dumb question......how much or where exactly can this be applied in the engine bay? Has the e.b need to be super clean? Removing of dust or any petroleum spill a requirement?

All plastic, and all painted and bare metal, and all hoses (I've used it on everything). I spray it on, and wipe it off. Leaves everything very clean. I usually blow out the engine bay with compressed air first though.

[az3579]

I'm sure it does for a vintage model. :biggrin

Huh?

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[das boots]

All plastic, and all painted and bare metal, and all hoses (I've used it on everything). I spray it on, and wipe it off. Leaves everything very clean. I usually blow out the engine bay with compressed air first though.

Thanks. Just placed an order for two cans. $15.96 each.....well, $16. Free ship.

[johnrando]

Huh?

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That's just William and my friendly jawing back n forth with Joop. You know, old (er, vintage), boring AW car vs. Dashing Black Verts, etc. :)

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[Sockethead]

I will order mine from Amazon. Do I need to follow any precaution when Silkolene is applied to the engine ?

Nope... it won't hurt anything.... just don't spay it on the belts.

[Sockethead]

My battery died today after 8 years... not bad for an OEM battery. The timing couldn't of been more perfect. Kpro took it to work today to have it detailed and it died there... the Acura dealer is literally 30 ft from the BMW dealer so I got a new battery put in with her employee discount FTW

[Crestwood1001]

Thanks Dane just grabbed a can ;)


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[danewilson77]

Yep. That's the stuff.

[Crestwood1001]

If we had the maf cleaner I would have got that but all we had was the electronics stuff, so I was able to use my discount.

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[Johnmadd]

If we had the maf cleaner I would have got that but all we had was the electronics stuff, so I was able to use my discount.

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It just a little stronger, nothing to worry about.

[webster]

yesterday i came out to my car parked in a public garage and there was a ~3 foot scratch along the driver side body panel right above the rear wheel. this thing is nasty looking. someone def. keyed my car. i worked at it for 2.5 hours with the Quixx Scratch Removal kit, and while it looks better, it's still blatantly noticeable. i'm pretty pissed about it.

the only upside is that the Quixx kit got rid of the black scuff marks from when some douchebag knocked my side mirror off and it scraped against the door panel. so, some scuffs removed, while another gnarly one was added.

it's frustrating when you work SO HARD to take care of one of your few nice possessions and people either go out of their way or just don't give a fuck enough to mess with your shit. F people.

[Johnmadd]

yesterday i came out to my car parked in a public garage and there was a ~3 foot scratch along the driver side body panel right above the rear wheel. this thing is nasty looking. someone def. keyed my car. i worked at it for 2.5 hours with the Quixx Scratch Removal kit, and while it looks better, it's still blatantly noticeable. i'm pretty pissed about it.

the only upside is that the Quixx kit got rid of the black scuff marks from when some douchebag knocked my side mirror off and it scraped against the door panel. so, some scuffs removed, while another gnarly one was added.

it's frustrating when you work SO HARD to take care of one of your few nice possessions and people either go out of their way or just don't give a fuck enough to mess with your shit. F people.

Those assholes.

[johnrando]

Sux. Sorry to hear.

[Torxuvin]

it's frustrating when you work SO HARD to take care of one of your few nice possessions and people either go out of their way or just don't give a fuck enough to mess with your shit. F people.

Amen! I feel for you buddy. Will insurance cover it?

[Dave_B]

yesterday i came out to my car parked in a public garage and there was a ~3 foot scratch along the driver side body panel right above the rear wheel. this thing is nasty looking. someone def. keyed my car. i worked at it for 2.5 hours with the Quixx Scratch Removal kit, and while it looks better, it's still blatantly noticeable. i'm pretty pissed about it.

the only upside is that the Quixx kit got rid of the black scuff marks from when some douchebag knocked my side mirror off and it scraped against the door panel. so, some scuffs removed, while another gnarly one was added.

it's frustrating when you work SO HARD to take care of one of your few nice possessions and people either go out of their way or just don't give a fuck enough to mess with your shit. F people.

WOW, unbelievable that people still do that BS.

Here's to hoping the ins co will help ya out.

[az3579]

That's just William and my friendly jawing back n forth with Joop. You know, old (er, vintage), boring AW car vs. Dashing Black Verts, etc. :)

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Sometimes things just aren't black and white. That's why there's Imola. :biggrin

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[johnrando]

Sometimes things just aren't black and white. That's why there's Imola. :biggrin

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LOL, good one! Now, if you could just get rid of that extra roof thingy. :)

[M0nk3y]

Hardwired my radar detector. Proved to be a bit more difficult because I didn't get power through the sunroof wire (because I have no sunroof), most likely because there is no fuse...or whatever.

Did an Add-A-Circuit and plugged it into the fuse box, wired up through the A Pillar and we are all good now.





As well,


https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/971527_10200271766105035_1398529999_n.jpg


installed a BMW Performance SSK as well on the E82. Absolutely in love with it, feels just like my E86 now

[Crickett]

Also did some hardwiring . . . got my charge-and-play iPod 30-pin dock connector cable neatly tucked away behind & into the glovebox & tapped to the glovebox flashlight's switched +12 V. No more extraneous cabling in my cabin!

[Imola.ZHP]

Ordered the $569.04 windshield, trim, cowl and misc cowl piece's at the dealership, set up an appointment to have it installed on the 21st! Not looking forward to $75/hour and various quotes of time from various service people, anywhere from 3 to 5 hours. Ridiculous, but if they break it, its their problem, if it whistles, its their problem, etc, etc, etc...

[JupiterBMW]

Ordered the $569.04 windshield, trim, cowl and misc cowl piece's at the dealership, set up an appointment to have it installed on the 21st! Not looking forward to $75/hour and various quotes of time from various service people, anywhere from 3 to 5 hours. Ridiculous, but if they break it, its their problem, if it whistles, its their problem, etc, etc, etc...

Geebus that's a lot of coin! Are you just replacing yours or are you making efforts to install one with the rain/light sensor? I still want to do this and eventually incorporate auto lights/wipers into my car. But at that price, who knows, might not happen...

[JupiterBMW]

Also, as of last night I had gotten my final coat of wax on the car. I had to remove it by hand though as I burned up my orbital... Car still looks pretty good though. Today I have to finish cleaning the wheels, put them back on, and then start on the interior. Also still have to do a full Rain-X treatment on the glass. So much to do, so little time!

[Tnhl1989]

Ordered the $569.04 windshield, trim, cowl and misc cowl piece's at the dealership, set up an appointment to have it installed on the 21st! Not looking forward to $75/hour and various quotes of time from various service people, anywhere from 3 to 5 hours. Ridiculous, but if they break it, its their problem, if it whistles, its their problem, etc, etc, etc...

Interesting that it cost that much for the glass. I believe I was quoted around 400 or so for the glass itself not the other pieces as well. Again different dealers quote different prices and if you are a repeated customer they would charge a different amount as well. Hopefully in the next few years we shall see if BMW can change their dealership experience to a better one. :)

[Imola.ZHP]

Geebus that's a lot of coin! Are you just replacing yours or are you making efforts to install one with the rain/light sensor? I still want to do this and eventually incorporate auto lights/wipers into my car. But at that price, who knows, might not happen...

I considered "upgrading" to the auto stuff for about 3.5 seconds, looks like a mess IMO. I've never had that stuff and I've owned the car for nearly 7 years; so I'm passing on that. I'd rather allocate those funds to other issues with the car that need addressing.


Interesting that it cost that much for the glass. I believe I was quoted around 400 or so for the glass itself not the other pieces as well. Again different dealers quote different prices and if you are a repeated customer they would charge a different amount as well. Hopefully in the next few years we shall see if BMW can change their dealership experience to a better one. :)

I don't have the receipt in front of me, but I believe the glass was $410, the other stuff is the trim, cowl, cowl bits and tax.

[JupiterBMW]

Day two of pre-reunion prep... Today I will finish the detail which includes wheels, interior, and rain-x. Yesterday I got cut short having to go show a few properties to a client. Stupid business getting in the way of what really matters!!!

Day two beginnings...

8362

[Imola.ZHP]

I wish I were going! I'll be on a beach in Florida.

EDIT, just saw the "MFW" on your tag, my dad used to make acronyms from tags when I was growing up. "Mother F****** Win" instantly came to mind...

[Torxuvin]

Day two of pre-reunion prep... Today I will finish the detail which includes wheels, interior, and rain-x. Yesterday I got cut short having to go show a few properties to a client. Stupid business getting in the way of what really matters!!!

Day two beginnings...

8362

I would like to be doing this. *glare* I have a lot of detailing that I need to do... She looks good though. Sweet garage storage btw

[danewilson77]

Lots of great stuff going on.

Me?

I let my car spend the night in a paint shop, again.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[JupiterBMW]

I wish I were going! I'll be on a beach in Florida.

EDIT, just saw the "MFW" on your tag, my dad used to make acronyms from tags when I was growing up. "Mother F****** Win" instantly came to mind...

Haha thanks man... And yes, I do the same with license plates. I've contemplated getting ZHP MFW as a personalized plate, just for the heck of it. LOL...

[das boots]

yesterday i came out to my car parked in a public garage and there was a ~3 foot scratch along the driver side body panel right above the rear wheel. this thing is nasty looking. someone def. keyed my car. i worked at it for 2.5 hours with the Quixx Scratch Removal kit, and while it looks better, it's still blatantly noticeable. i'm pretty pissed about it.

the only upside is that the Quixx kit got rid of the black scuff marks from when some douchebag knocked my side mirror off and it scraped against the door panel. so, some scuffs removed, while another gnarly one was added.

it's frustrating when you work SO HARD to take care of one of your few nice possessions and people either go out of their way or just don't give a fuck enough to mess with your shit. F people.

Check it out if the garage have CCTV cameras......maybe, just maybe...?????

[danewilson77]

Went here today. $45 for everything interior/exterior. There are less expensive packages. Check clearance before using on less than stock vehicle though.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1368628002032.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1368628002032.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1368627810201.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1368627810201.jpg.html)

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[johnrando]

Whoa, $45 is a great price!

[Mtnman]

Day two of pre-reunion prep... Today I will finish the detail which includes wheels, interior, and rain-x. Yesterday I got cut short having to go show a few properties to a client. Stupid business getting in the way of what really matters!!!

Day two beginnings...

8362

Clients, Jon? you brokering real estate on the side?

Also, Jelly of the Garage. very, very jelly.

[danewilson77]

Whoa, $45 is a great price!

That's the Mega. They're wiping down the inside, etc. Tire and wheel dressing. The whole nine yards. Figured I would test place out on Mini.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Ryans323i]

Lucy's been washed and I'm about to clean the interior. No heavy detailing this year so everyone stand ~6ft back to oogle her. ok thanks.

[das boots]

That's the Mega. They're wiping down the inside, etc. Tire and wheel dressing. The whole nine yards. Figured I would test place out on Mini.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA


Do they also do engine bay?

[danewilson77]

Do they also do engine bay?

No. I don't think they did. Personally, I wouldn't want a kid in there anyway.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Johnmadd]

In for review afterwards.

[Sockethead]

Lucy's been washed and I'm about to clean the interior. No heavy detailing this year so everyone stand ~6ft back to oogle her. ok thanks.

Haha! Same here! Don't look too close..

[JupiterBMW]

Clients, Jon? you brokering real estate on the side?

Also, Jelly of the Garage. very, very jelly.

Yes, I've been licensed for a couple years now, only do a deal here and there as needed for friends/family/etc... I'd love to dive into it full time, but its not possible with my real job...

[UdubBadger]

$100 says my bank calls me and puts a hold on my card from all the orders I've placed in the last 72 hrs. :rofl

[Johnmadd]

$100 says my bank calls me and puts a hold on my card from all the orders I've placed in the last 72 hrs. :rofl

Haha, I've gotten that call before.

[kpro]

I'm going to pick Dave a can of Sikolene spray up today at the moto shop Rob found this stuff at...I will glady pick up as many cans as you guys agree to buy off of me, I think they run $10 or $11 + tax and I will bring them to the meet for those who want to purchase them. Let me know ASAP, I will start a thread in the meet section.

[Johnmadd]

I'm going to pick Dave a can of Sikolene spray up today at the moto shop Rob found this stuff at...I will glady pick up as many cans as you guys agree to buy off of me, I think they run $10 or $11 + tax and I will bring them to the meet for those who want to purchase them. Let me know ASAP, I will start a thread in the meet section.

1 for me please.

[E_Rak]

Replaced my broken rear wiper arm yesterday and today painted my license plate bolts white......... so they would blend with the plate itself.......... freak.

[Mtnman]

I'm going to pick Dave a can of Sikolene spray up today at the moto shop Rob found this stuff at...I will glady pick up as many cans as you guys agree to buy off of me, I think they run $10 or $11 + tax and I will bring them to the meet for those who want to purchase them. Let me know ASAP, I will start a thread in the meet section.

Thanks Dude. Ill have cash in hand at the hotel for ya!

[Tnhl1989]

I'm going to pick Dave a can of Sikolene spray up today at the moto shop Rob found this stuff at...I will glady pick up as many cans as you guys agree to buy off of me, I think they run $10 or $11 + tax and I will bring them to the meet for those who want to purchase them. Let me know ASAP, I will start a thread in the meet section.

I'll be in for a can.

[Torxuvin]

I kind of want to try it first. :shifty Should I just get a can anyway?

[HokieZHP]

Just gave her a fresh oil change for the long road trip I'm doing the next few days! On the road from Blacksburg to Virginia beach now

[Sockethead]

I kind of want to try it first. :shifty Should I just get a can anyway?

We'll bring some extras...

[BRGcoopahS]

Got a SES light last night so today I did some research on how my K&N filter may have caused it (after finding that out here). So I bought some CRC MAF cleaner and cleaned it out. Still had the SES light so I took it to the shop I go to (Northeast Motorsports) and had the car coded. Code was coming from the thermostat so it could be going. Gonna order a new one. Luckily an old friend of mine works there so I get some hookups :)

[JupiterBMW]

Day 2, 1900 update- wheels are cleaned inside and out, remounted. Interior is vacuumed and all windows cleaned... Getting closer....

8365

[Sockethead]

Got a SES light last night so today I did some research on how my K&N filter may have caused it (after finding that out here). So I bought some CRC MAF cleaner and cleaned it out. Still had the SES light so I took it to the shop I go to (Northeast Motorsports) and had the car coded. Code was coming from the thermostat so it could be going. Gonna order a new one. Luckily an old friend of mine works there so I get some hookups :)

When the thermostat fails, it fails open so there is no danger of overheating...

[danewilson77]

In for review afterwards.

It was great. Car was clean. Review complete. If I take ZHP there, it won't go through wash....but will get ext wipedown, and interior clean.

I don't have time to wipe my ass right now.

[Johnmadd]

It was great. Car was clean. Review complete. If I take ZHP there, it won't go through wash....but will get ext wipedown, and interior clean.

I don't have time to wipe my ass right now.

Thanks for the review. Why no wash? What kind of exterior wipe down?

[az3579]

Tonight I swapped in my new EBC Red Stuff brake pads and bedded them in. Project thread updated HERE (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1281-The-Itchy-Imola-Wobbie&p=265668#post265668).

[danewilson77]

Day 2, 1900 update- wheels are cleaned inside and out, remounted. Interior is vacuumed and all windows cleaned... Getting closer....

8365

Your car is levitating.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[danewilson77]

Thanks for the review. Why no wash? What kind of exterior wipe down?

It's an auto wash... And I don't think my car is lifted enough.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[BRGcoopahS]

When the thermostat fails, it fails open so there is no danger of overheating...

So I dont need it replaced?

[Johal E32]

So I dont need it replaced?

You should replace it. Basically if it is stuck closed so your engine will never heat up. It could get stuck the other way and cause your car to overheat.

It is only a $60 part, and a bad thermostat will result in crappy MPG.

[BRGcoopahS]

Its $44 for me :)

The DIY looks easy enough so I might as well do it.

[Johal E32]

Its $44 for me :)

The DIY looks easy enough so I might as well do it.

Nice!

It's pretty straight-forward. I think it can be done in around 1 hour or less.

[Imola.ZHP]

Pushed mine out of the garage to sweep, then started it up to back it in after I was done.

It has moved twice now since last Thursday, and probably won't move again until next Friday.

[Sockethead]

So I dont need it replaced?

You should replace it when you can. The car's engine management system works much better when the car is at the proper temp.
The point I was making is that if you are crunched for time. The car will be ok until you can get to it...

[jgt_zhp]

Didn't really have time for projects today, but when FedEx showed up early with my new painted grilles, I had no choice.

Love, love, love how these came out. If my car was remotely clean, this would look fantastic

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8372

8373

[Crestwood1001]

I got delivery confirmation for my intake boots, f connector for the upper boot and oem air filter, along with 5 cans of duplicolor black fabric spray, gonna attempt to stain the headliner and pillars black from their current filthy sagging tan. Already have the 3m glue and maf cleaner for both projects, should be a fun Monday Tuesday off.

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[cakM3]

Completed my new stereo upgrade on the///M

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[niart906]

Finally got around to ordering some new struts for the ///M. Next up will be an alignment once I order some new rubber. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think I'll need an alignment after struts because the camber will be off on the front end?

[M0nk3y]

Finally got around to ordering some new struts for the ///M. Next up will be an alignment once I order some new rubber. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think I'll need an alignment after struts because the camber will be off on the front end?

If you're going like-for-like on struts (aka no height adjustment) it shouldn't change alignment specs.

However, given that your older struts are probably beaten to a pulp, I would align after new ones are installed

[Johnmadd]

Finally got around to ordering some new struts for the ///M. Next up will be an alignment once I order some new rubber. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think I'll need an alignment after struts because the camber will be off on the front end?

Yep, you'll need an alignment.

[nike001]

At least align it for peace of mind and for the sake of not destroying a set of tires because of it.


Today, I applied Sonax Polymer NetShield to a test area (my trunk) and it came out awesome. I think I finally found my go-to sealant. Klasse AIO didn't impress me.. Opti-Seal was OK, but the beads this produces is amazing .. now to see how long this lasts.

[HokieZHP]

I'm visiting my friend in Virginia beach and so while she was in the shower this morning, I took the 20 or so mins and washed my car! Sadly that's all though...no detail. Just a wash.

Before..
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After:
8380
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[UdubBadger]

finally caved and gave the M a bath too

[Johal E32]

Installed clears on the wagon (front and sides are eBay lights, the rears are OE Magnetti Marelli). I like the look, pics to come in the next few days!

[E_Rak]

Gave my car a quick wash, then proceeded to help wash Nic's ZHP and my neighbor's A4 :thumbup

[cakM3]

Ready for my drive to the annual reunion :thumbsup

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[niart906]

If you're going like-for-like on struts (aka no height adjustment) it shouldn't change alignment specs.

However, given that your older struts are probably beaten to a pulp, I would align after new ones are installed


Yep, you'll need an alignment.


At least align it for peace of mind and for the sake of not destroying a set of tires because of it.


Yeah, I had always planned on aligning it, I just wasn't sure if I could continue to drive it for the week or so between the strut replacement and the new tires being put on. I figure kill two birds with one stone and only make one trip to my local indy to get the tires mounted and an alignment.

Thanks guys

[az3579]

Wash and vacuum in preparation for my drive down to VA.

[terraphantm]

Yeah, I had always planned on aligning it, I just wasn't sure if I could continue to drive it for the week or so between the strut replacement and the new tires being put on. I figure kill two birds with one stone and only make one trip to my local indy to get the tires mounted and an alignment.

Thanks guys

A week won't hurt anything

[nike001]

I drove mine about two weeks with my new suspension before I got it aligned... just to let everything settle before I aligned it.

[Stigissimo]

What's This? Goodies?

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/2E9D8D0E-B49C-4F4E-BD2C-D3D8028B0DAB-29160-00002064FDA6F35B_zps252f3bca.jpg?t=1368764453

It must have something to do with these shitty old things:

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/5BA8E558-74D1-4A7A-BC98-479F83A0416A-29160-00002065074A5AD0_zps458725af.jpg?t=1368764460
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/3442E2BF-DA78-487B-AA5E-88EDE6CB5A1D-29160-00002065100F8A28_zps07949cb6.jpg?t=1368764677

Ahh, much better:
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/5045BF70-9AC9-4370-AAF3-7AC3F2D6D91B-29160-000020651910DBA0_zps5e0e7ad2.jpg?t=1368764672
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/E16B3DAA-C802-476F-834A-6EB790723ECB-29160-0000206520E5D173_zps2f163c23.jpg?t=1368764537

Finally.

[Tnhl1989]

What's This? Goodies?

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/2E9D8D0E-B49C-4F4E-BD2C-D3D8028B0DAB-29160-00002064FDA6F35B_zps252f3bca.jpg?t=1368764453

It must have something to do with these shitty old things:

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/5BA8E558-74D1-4A7A-BC98-479F83A0416A-29160-00002065074A5AD0_zps458725af.jpg?t=1368764460
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/3442E2BF-DA78-487B-AA5E-88EDE6CB5A1D-29160-00002065100F8A28_zps07949cb6.jpg?t=1368764677

Ahh, much better:
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/5045BF70-9AC9-4370-AAF3-7AC3F2D6D91B-29160-000020651910DBA0_zps5e0e7ad2.jpg?t=1368764672
http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/E16B3DAA-C802-476F-834A-6EB790723ECB-29160-0000206520E5D173_zps2f163c23.jpg?t=1368764537

Finally.

Nice to see you went the oem route. The ones from dubstopimports are holding up pretty well. I already see one spot of missing blue but it's okay since they stated they would send me a replacement when I order spacers :). Good service I would say.

[cakM3]

I got this...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/amyba9e9.jpg

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[kayger12]

I got this...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/19/amyba9e9.jpg

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As cool as the car you drove down in.

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[echo46]

Nothing and I am feeling a bit guilty. She needs a good wash an DoDo Juice wax.

[Hermes]

just finished washing the cars, then I put the ZHP in the garage so I can clay, compound, polish, seal, and wax it. That will be done tomorrow.

Yesterday I dropped these off at the body shop to get painted Imola with gloss black baseplates

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/null-1.jpg

;)

[terraphantm]

Why gloss black face plates?

[Hermes]

Why gloss black face plates?

because the ZHP ones come that way, and it looks good on Charlie's car so I thought I'd do the same now that I finally have two OE mirrors to install

Charlie's car with them painted like mine will be:
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3446.jpg

[Hornung418]

Because ZHP :)

From a GS3, this was sent.

[terraphantm]

Yeah I know how ZHPs come... but if you were retrofitting M3 mirrors to a non-M/non-ZHP, it's not like you'd paint the base plates matte black. Idk, I think body color looks better with that particular design.

[cakM3]

Yeah I know how ZHPs come... but if you were retrofitting M3 mirrors to a non-M/non-ZHP, it's not like you'd paint the base plates matte black. Idk, I think body color looks better with that particular design.

terra, on the most part I would agree and I wrestled with this for a few weeks until I decided to paint my base plates glossy black to go with everything else I already had regarding my ZHP. Botond has M3 side mirrors on his 330i and to me there was too much red so I decided to paint my baseplates to break it up a little and am glad I did.
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/Wobz_zps9ecf0801.jpg

For me, doing it this way and then mounting them to my 330i ZHP seemed the perfect fit. There may be others who will disagree....that's okay but this is my car. I think so far everything has been tastefully modded :thumbsup
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0013_zps66deb0f2.jpg

@JP, I think you will love the look on your ZHP :thumbsup

[cakM3]

As cool as the car you drove down in.

Sent from the Last Next Best Thing.

Appreciate the complement Keith! :thumbsup

[kayger12]

because the ZHP ones come that way, and it looks good on Charlie's car so I thought I'd do the same now that I finally have two OE mirrors to install

Charlie's car with them painted like mine will be:
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/IMG_3446.jpg

Gloss black plates are a much better look, imo. The contrast is perfect.

Nice choice, JP.

[danewilson77]

Gloss black plates are a much better look, imo. The contrast is perfect.

Nice choice, JP.

Agree.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[zhpnsnv]

Love the gloss black back plate for the ZHP. Matches the trim, keeps the trim/window area dark. It would probably look awesome with full gloss black mirrors.

[midlandtech]

Love the gloss black back plate for the ZHP. Matches the trim, keeps the trim/window area dark. It would probably look awesome with full gloss black mirrors.

Agree

[UdubBadger]

Did some kidney/side grilles yesterday. Gonna see if I can knock out the angel eyes and washer pump today.

[jgt_zhp]

My car was really disappointed in me for not heading back east to meet everybody at the reunion, and witness firsthand the change in leadership, so I did the Khoalty Interior LED lighting upgrade kit. Plus LED license plate lights. Like Seth said, it would be nice if they would go ahead and tell you what lamps go where. Their web site does link to an E46f DIY which is pretty helpful. Easy upgrade, and their pricing on the LEDs is really good.

The LEDs make a huge difference in the lighting. Being at my advanced age, and having a totally black interior, I went with the 12 LED array in the dome light. This thing is bright enough I can't imagine what the 18 cell version would do. Kind of bugs me a little that the LED panel doesn't sit completely square in there. Throws plenty of light everywhere, it's just a little bit crooked. Might have to concoct a spacer of some sort.

[Washburn]

Does the 12 LED array have the soft on/off (dimming) just like the regular bulbs?

[jgt_zhp]

Does the 12 LED array have the soft on/off (dimming) just like the regular bulbs?

Good question. I had to go out and check. And then check my 325, which still has the original halogens.

Where the halogens fade smoothly from full illumination to complete dark, the LED panel dims to about half level and then clicks off. It's not as smooth as the halogen.

[Washburn]

Ah - Thanks for checking!

I had a suspicion that I it won't dim smoothly as OEM. This would (personally) be prohibitive in my case.
(The crooked-ness of the array that you mentioned combined with non-smooth dimming just nixes khoalty choice for me now)

I am going to research other makes/companies which might have LED domes that ensures OEM like operation...Will update.

[jgt_zhp]

As - Thanks for checking!

I had a suspicion that I it won't dim smoothly as OEM. This would (personally) be prohibitive in my case.
(The crooked-ness of the array that you mentioned combined with non-smooth dimming just nixes khoalty choice for me now)

I am going to research other makes/companies which might have LED domes that ensures OEM like operation...Will update.


Will be interested to know what you find out. Khoalty's price for the complete kit was pretty low. I paid $43.00, including the upgrade to the 12 panel dome light. I know there's similar kits out there that cost twice as much, as well as individual lights. I'm not that bugged by the dimming, but I am a little off-put by how the panel sits in the socket. Will be interested to see if the dimming is an issue of how LEDs operate, or if it's possible that there is one which works more similar to the incandescent lamp. I'd say my panel dims to about 50%, then cuts out

[zhpnsnv]

Was gonna wash the car today but it rained all day. So I went to work instead.

[Washburn]

Will be interested to know what you find out. Khoalty's price for the complete kit was pretty low. I paid $43.00, including the upgrade to the 12 panel dome light. I know there's similar kits out there that cost twice as much, as well as individual lights. I'm not that bugged by the dimming, but I am a little off-put by how the panel sits in the socket. Will be interested to see if the dimming is an issue of how LEDs operate, or if it's possible that there is one which works more similar to the incandescent lamp. I'd say my panel dims to about 50%, then cuts out

I will update - I sent an email to another company that makes a 12 LED dome array and asked them about it - will see if they reply.
I also wonder if the single LED that khoalty sells does the dimming well...IDK how bright it is...
I just need a LED dome - and not ALL the lights.

yeah 50% and then off is not nearly like OEM fade on/off.
I also think that Kohalty should not say that their LED bulbs do the fade on/off exactly like OEM on their product web site, when they actually do not.

If you contact them for some reason, will you also mention the on/off behavior of the LEDs? I just want to see if this is an individual/random case or if they're all like that.

[Dave_B]

I did A, B and C pillar DIY with 3M Adhesive 77 spray.

[Crestwood1001]

I will update - I sent an email to another company that makes a 12 LED dome array and asked them about it - will see if they reply.
I also wonder if the single LED that khoalty sells does the dimming well...IDK how bright it is...
I just need a LED dome - and not ALL the lights.

yeah 50% and then off is not nearly like OEM fade on/off.
I also think that Kohalty should not say that their LED bulbs do the fade on/off exactly like OEM on their product web site, when they actually do not.

If you contact them for some reason, will you also mention the on/off behavior of the LEDs? I just want to see if this is an individual/random case or if they're all like that.

I have the led kit from them minus the 12 panel, they dim on and off just fine for me...

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[Crestwood1001]

I did A, B and C pillar DIY with 3M Adhesive 77 spray.

Any tips? I'm doing that tomorrow

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[Washburn]

I have the led kit from them minus the 12 panel, they dim on and off just fine for me...

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oh - that's interesting - so I guess the plug and play single LED dome bulb must be ok - (fades on/off like factory).
How is the power of the single LED dome compared to the halogen orange oem dome bulb? I know it can't be as bright as a 12 led array but I really want a subtle upgrade from oem halogen dome, so the single LED dome might be the one for me...

[Newjack]

For those of you interested in Khoalty's interior LED kit I made a review a while back that I suggest you check out.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?6851-Khoalty-Interior-LED-Kit

[UdubBadger]

nice review

[Dave_B]

Any tips? I'm doing that tomorrow

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LOL, yep. Take your time first off.

I have a sedan so my C and B pillars are different from a Coupe.

I used a model/laptop screw driver to pry the reading lights out. Pry from the bottom, the retaining/pressure clips are on that side. There is no bolt behind there. For me, I just had to pull to get them out. Then they sorta slide from there. I broke both alignment pins, but it's still firmly in place. I've read it may be easier if you pull the seats, I did not.

B-piller, you will need to unclip both the drivers rear and front seat door sill. I only did the first clip or 2 on there and didn't remove. Basically enough to get a grip on the lower trim piece below the panel. Then, remove the 16mm bolt for the seat belt from the bottom of the seat after moving it forward and up as high as you can to reach that bolt. Then remove the 2 pressure pin/clips from the bottom of the B-pillar. When that's done, you should be able to feel and pull to get the pillar trim piece out, slide the belt through opening.

Front, I used the same screwdriver to remove the then felt piece covering the 3 T-25 screws. These were sorta long, but I still managed to remove them with a 3/8 ratchet. I just used a piece of paper between the windshield and ratchet to keep from scratching the windshield. I read several ways to remove these pillars. I still ended up breaking both sides where the pillar meets the dash. I think these are just for alignment so I proceeded anyway. I'm sure there's a way to get it out without breaking though.

If you have any specific questions, feel free to PM me.

[cakM3]

I gave Dane and a few other people a ride in my ///M today :)

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[danewilson77]

Any tips? I'm doing that tomorrow

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Go light on the spray and only put it where you want it.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[danewilson77]

I gave Dane and a few other people a ride in my ///M today :)

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Yes you did. Thanks again for LCM SW 3.8, and drivers seat. You da bomb baby!

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[cakM3]

Yes you did. Thanks again for LCM SW 3.8, and drivers seat. You da bomb baby!

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

Dane.... you mean LCM s/w 4.5 :) I'm glad you will find them useful as I did :)

You open up your place over an entire weekend with no expectations from any of us and your awesome family supports you! This is the least I can do for you my friend! I consider myself a very lucky man to have friends like you thanks to this awesome forum. Thanks for setting up the annual reunion meet!

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[GMATT]

Dane.... you mean LCM s/w 4.5 :) I'm glad you will find them useful as I did :)

You open up your place over an entire weekend with no expectations from any of us and your awesome family supports you! This is the least I can do for you my friend! I consider myself a very lucky man to have friends like you thanks to this awesome forum. Thanks for setting up the annual reunion meet!

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X100!

Gary

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[Crestwood1001]

oh - that's interesting - so I guess the plug and play single LED dome bulb must be ok - (fades on/off like factory).
How is the power of the single LED dome compared to the halogen orange oem dome bulb? I know it can't be as bright as a 12 led array but I really want a subtle upgrade from oem halogen dome, so the single LED dome might be the one for me...

I would take pics but they wouldn't show it, it's very bright, I saw no reason for the bigger panels in my application, I can make a video of the dimming if you would like

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[Rovert]

I just did an oil change on my baby. There was a bit of crud magnetized to my magnetic drain plug that I cleaned off. Going on a 3,000 mile road trip starting today with an E60 M5, E39 540, and E92 328xi!! We're going from Vancouver to San Francisco, to Los Angeles, to Las Vegas for ///mFest, then back home to Vancouver!! I shipped my belts and pullies to Oregon where I'll do them tomorrow morning. LOL. Bringing a small ratch/socket set, breaker bar, and my Torx bits! Am I missing anything? LOL

[Crestwood1001]

Intake boots done, clamps were easy to get to thank god, cleaned maf replaced the F fitting and threw in a new air filter, on to pulling the headliner for gluing and staining
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/20/mezuqy2a.jpg
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[das boots]

Were those the upper boots or the lower?

[Crestwood1001]

Pictured is the upper but I did both, the lower didn't have an visible damage, luckily I was able to get to the clamp on the throttle body very easily. I had a ses and it was falling on its face when accelerating from a dead stop while cold, problem seems to be solved

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[Tnhl1989]

Fuel pump at 115810 miles after the reunion meet. Never forgetting how lucky I am to be with you all.

[Crestwood1001]

Interior is out, headliner was easier then I expect, re glued the fabric with 3m super 77 and since the factory tan fabric is hella faded and dirty decided to stain it black, about half way done and it came out a charcoal color that I am REALLY happy with.
Color looks off cause of sun/still being wet, it's dried now and looks awesome, huge upgrade over the condition of it when I started.

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[Washburn]

I would take pics but they wouldn't show it, it's very bright, I saw no reason for the bigger panels in my application, I can make a video of the dimming if you would like

Yes please - only if you have time though - Thanks!

[Crestwood1001]

Yes please - only if you have time though - Thanks!
PM me your cell number I'll text it to you instead of posting to YouTube

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[Washburn]

Done - thanks!

[Sockethead]

This again... I didn't have time to swap it before the meet as the new one arrived while we were leaving8451

[Hornung418]

Which ratio is which? And how do I get one? :)

From a GS3, this was sent.

[kayger12]

Fuel pump at 115810 miles after the reunion meet. Never forgetting how lucky I am to be with you all.

Good data point. Further reinforces my theory of preventative replacement at or before 100K.

[cakM3]

Jon (Au2bahn) took the time after work and rolled the fenders on my ///M :biggrin

Now everything I wanted to complete during the past week has been done. I can now focus on other things....

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/a2uneryr.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/u4u2amyj.jpg

Jon... on that 'other project', I will keep you advised. A very big thank you for giving me a hand today! :thumbsup

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[kayger12]

Nice! Family helping family. I like it.

[cakM3]

Nice! Family helping family. I like it.

Yeah Keith....Jon's an awesome guy and "family" member. Right now I have something initially lined up with Jon and it will be something I will be looking for if everything works out. You can sorta thank Dane for this idea but Jon will help me execute this plan. All I can say for the time being but it will be awesome to say the least when it's done ;)

[kayger12]

All I can say for the time being but it will be awesome to say the least when it's done ;)

I have no doubt's, my friend.

[danewilson77]

Good data point. Further reinforces my theory of preventative replacement at or before 100K.

Yep. Mine went at 138k miles.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[cakM3]

on my ZHP

- new fuel pump @ 135,230 miles

replaced mine before it had a chance to go out. Learned from my ///M last year...that fuel pump went out at around 148,627 miles.

[kayger12]

^More good data.

[Sockethead]

My fuel pump went at around 120K. Kpro's in her 325 went at 70k

[johnrando]

Rob, did the fender rolling help?

[Sockethead]

Rob, did the fender rolling help?

Yep! It only rubs a little bit when I go over extreme dips and stuff like that.. I haven't had a chance to see exactly where it's rubbing but it's much, much better than it was... Thanks again!

[JupiterBMW]

Yep! It only rubs a little bit when I go over extreme dips and stuff like that.. I haven't had a chance to see exactly where it's rubbing but it's much, much better than it was... Thanks again!

Good to hear. I'm very excited to get my car into what few corners we have here in Florida and see if there's any rubbing. I doubt there will be.

[nike001]

I've just been enjoying my Z4M control arm bushings...

They're really a ton more fantastic than I could have imagined.

[gr330zhp]

New control arms
Control arm bushings
Tire rotation

Old
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/ujugehyh.jpg

New
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/yma9ajyj.jpg

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[Hermes]

I just did an oil change on my baby. There was a bit of crud magnetized to my magnetic drain plug that I cleaned off. Going on a 3,000 mile road trip starting today with an E60 M5, E39 540, and E92 328xi!! We're going from Vancouver to San Francisco, to Los Angeles, to Las Vegas for ///mFest, then back home to Vancouver!! I shipped my belts and pullies to Oregon where I'll do them tomorrow morning. LOL. Bringing a small ratch/socket set, breaker bar, and my Torx bits! Am I missing anything? LOL

am I gonna see you in Barstow on Friday morning?

[Ryans323i]

My fuel pump went at around 120K. Kpro's in her 325 went at 70k

I haven't replaced my fuel pump yet, I I'm over 200k. I got the car with 98K mileson it, I wonder if it had been replaced? Either way, it's on the list to be replaced asap.

[Sockethead]

Finished up the diff last night and ran in the break-in procedure. We were about ready to throw up after running 20 circles in both directions... Another 1200 miles of easy driving and it'll be broken in and ready for flogging.
8518

While I was under there, I adjusted/bent the hangers on the Corsa muffler to get it tucked up on the diffuser. Looks much better now.

8519

[Ryans323i]

The new-new diff looks great! I lol'd at the "throw up" part.

And yes, the exhaust looks much better all tucked up!

I'm still working on Kyle to buy the 3:15 diff for Lucy.

[cakM3]

Finished up the diff last night and ran in the break-in procedure. We were about ready to throw up after running 20 circles in both directions... Another 1200 miles of easy driving and it'll be broken in and ready for flogging.
8518

While I was under there, I adjusted/bent the hangers on the Corsa muffler to get it tucked up on the diffuser. Looks much better now.

8519

Very nice Rob!!! :thumbsup

I washed and cleaned the ///M after all the driving to Kyle's and the reunion meet. Boy my ///M was dirty! All better now :thumbsup

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Finally got a decent pic of my new e–brake handle.... Thanks Ry! :)
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/usany8ur.jpg

It really complements all the interior carbon fiber!

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[danewilson77]

Looks awesome Rob. In for full review.

[Sockethead]

The new-new diff looks great! I lol'd at the "throw up" part.

And yes, the exhaust looks much better all tucked up!

I'm still working on Kyle to buy the 3:15 diff for Lucy.

I'm going to be sending that back to Stuart this week. I'm shipping it back with my manual trans output flanges on it so it will be a drop in for anyone with a manual trans.

[das boots]

I haven't replaced my fuel pump yet, I I'm over 200k. I got the car with 98K mileson it, I wonder if it had been replaced? Either way, it's on the list to be replaced asap.

Yah, my FP gave out when I had just purchased her for a month with only approx 109K. FP gave out coming out of the monthly BMW meeting and it won't start. I immediately figured it was the FP. Kinda embarassing sitting in the lot waiting for a flatbed tow. LOL.

[Whitexi]

I think mine made it to 170k before it died.

[Crestwood1001]

Im at 110k and it is still alive knock on wood, its on the short list. Today I finished what ended up being about 12 hours of work on the interior, removed just about everything but the front seats, dash and carpet to repair the headliner and start two toning it. I know have a black (repaired) headliner, fixed black a,b,c pillars, black door and dash trim and a black center console. Now the hunt for black leather or alcantara seats begins.

[niart906]

Installed new rear struts and updated diff bolts this morning. Wow, what a difference. Those new bolts really helped eliminate the remaining slop in my drivetrain. Anyone with an M3 needs to change out their bolts to this new style.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-21.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-20.jpg

[danewilson77]

New diff bolts?

What did the old ones look like?

[niart906]

These are the new bolts:
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-22.jpg

The old ones didn't have that swollen collar near the head. They just had threads all the way down it, and this caused a decent amount of slop which translated to a clunk sound when shifting.

[M3TA5IN]

Man, I thought I got away from diff bolt changing when I left jeeps... :ninja


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[Crestwood1001]

Newly two toned.


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[danewilson77]

These are the new bolts:
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-22.jpg

The old ones didn't have that swollen collar near the head. They just had threads all the way down it, and this caused a decent amount of slop which translated to a clunk sound when shifting.

Excellent data. Thanks

[danewilson77]

Did the old ones come out fairly easy? What's the torque spec for those?

[Sockethead]

The diff bolts on the standard e46 don't look like that so it must be an M3 thing

[danewilson77]

The diff bolts on the standard e46 don't look like that so it must be an M3 thing

Well....they look like that when I put in my VIN, then plug the P/N into ECS.

[gr330zhp]

Finally got a decent pic of my new e–brake handle.... Thanks Ry! :)
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/21/usany8ur.jpg

It really complements all the interior carbon fiber!

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Woah CSL console??



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[Sockethead]

Well....they look like that when I put in my VIN, then plug the P/N into ECS.

We're talking about the 3 bolts that hold the diff in right?

[Torxuvin]

The diff bolts on the standard e46 don't look like that so it must be an M3 thing

It was a definite problem on the m3s. One of the first things I did to the car. Fairly confident that it did not extend to the rest of the line.