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

[az3579]

Newly two toned.


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You did an AWESOME job with that! Looks infinitely better now compared to factory!


Woah CSL console??



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Living under a rock? :biggrin
I heard a comment this past weekend from someone that said Charlie has more carbon fiber in his interior than most modders do on their entire car. :biggrin

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[Ryans323i]

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.

So maybe it gets lost in the mail. ends up in NC, and then Stuart starts receiving random payments, eventually totaling the cost of the diff? :dunno ;)

[Sockethead]

haha maybe...:shifty

[Crestwood1001]

You did an AWESOME job with that! Looks infinitely better now compared to factory!



Living under a rock? :biggrin
I heard a comment this past weekend from someone that said Charlie has more carbon fiber in his interior than most modders do on their entire car. :biggrin

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Thank you sir! It came out nicely but was a ton of work

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[Hermes]

Woah CSL console??



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yeah, he got that a while ago

[niart906]

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

Can't remember the spec off hand, but they did come out fairly easily with some PB blaster and a swivel extension. Be prepared to scuff some knuckles.

[M3TA5IN]

I drove it like it was the ultimate driving machine.


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[Johnmadd]

I drove it like it was the ultimate driving machine.


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Because it is :)

[M3TA5IN]

Because it is :)

QFT


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[danewilson77]

Can't remember the spec off hand, but they did come out fairly easily with some PB blaster and a swivel extension. Be prepared to scuff some knuckles.

My knuckles actually scuff the bolts :shifty

[Crestwood1001]

:rofl
My knuckles actually scuff the bolts :shifty

[az3579]

My knuckles actually scuff the bolts :shifty

Looks like Dane will be replacing Chuck Norris in all badass quotes.

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[Crestwood1001]

Whats the best source for a new windshield cowl?

[danewilson77]

Whats the best source for a new windshield cowl?

Autohausaz :)

Via the affiliate link.... If they got it.

Next Best is fcp, ecs, pelican, etc....

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Johal E32]

I don't think Autohaus carries it. Try FCP or ECS.

[Crestwood1001]

Yea not seeing it available on autohaus, damn. Thanks guys

[330i ZHP]

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

The bolt pictured is representative of the input and output shaft bolts

The three bolts for the diff mounting are much larger and have normal bolt heads (21mm I think)

[330i ZHP]

So maybe it gets lost in the mail. ends up in NC, and then Stuart starts receiving random payments, eventually totaling the cost of the diff? :dunno ;)

lol

[Newjack]

Ordered my suspension. H&R touring cup kit, zhp control arms with oem control arm bushings. Z4M RTAB's with Vorshlag limiters. Spring pads dust boots bump stops the works. I can't wait to see how my car handles after all of this is done. Running a stock ZHP suspension with a bent front strut and 105K on the odo.

[cakM3]

I got home to my hotel room this evening and decided to gaze upon my ///M before going to sleep. It helped that I can see my ///M from my bedroom ;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/DSC_0004_zps4885c050.jpg

So clean...:drool

[Stigissimo]

To believe that I drove around for a couple weeks with this atrocity on the back of my car:


http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/A4B545E9-2BBA-4923-B9D6-6245B23F9DEE-1993-0000025310AD738A_zps94d0103a.jpg?t=1369199231

One can of plasti-dip and a little of my time - Stress: relieved.

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/D964CF4C-0994-4A07-AC60-50244CCAF3FA-1993-000002531A0C15CC_zpsb6b7c5a1.jpg?t=1369199285

[Avetiso]

That looks pretty darn good.

[BavarianZHP]

My glove compartment never worked the same ever since I removed it. It would make this awful noise when it opened. Tonight, I realized I could adjust the 4 screws holding the hinges to make it open and close without a noise! Works awesome now. Took me forever to get it dialed in but now I'm a happy camper. :)

Oh, for those that have noticeable ZHP cube trim gap between the passenger dash trim and the center dash trim, you can reduce the gap by taking off the passenger dash trim and putting in the left side first then pressing in the others. If you start on the right/door side then you'll get a large obnoxious gap.

[danewilson77]

The bolt pictured is representative of the input and output shaft bolts

The three bolts for the diff mounting are much larger and have normal bolt heads (21mm I think)

Right. I was looking at PC 5, qty 6.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[gr330zhp]

yeah, he got that a while ago

Did not know. How hard are those to get?


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[midlandtech]

I got home to my hotel room this evening and decided to gaze upon my ///M before going to sleep. It helped that I can see my ///M from my bedroom ;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/DSC_0004_zps4885c050.jpg

So clean...:drool

looks great... I do the same whenever I travel

[cakM3]

looks great... I do the same whenever I travel

Thanks :) It's something most of us do I'm sure...

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[Sockethead]

The bolt pictured is representative of the input and output shaft bolts

The three bolts for the diff mounting are much larger and have normal bolt heads (21mm I think)

Yea it was hard to tell what size they were from the pic and the description. Those are the input flange bolts. They are longer than the output flange bolts.
Input flange bolts are torqued to 63 ft lbs. output flange bolts 61 ft lbs

[johnrando]

I got home to my hotel room this evening and decided to gaze upon my ///M before going to sleep. It helped that I can see my ///M from my bedroom ;)



So clean...:drool

What??? You don't park it in your hotel room? :) Looking good!

[jgt_zhp]

Applied the Lamin-X film to my second headlight yesterday. It went on much better, and today, it looks better after one day than the other side does after a week. Wonder if I did it too soon after the headlight polishing incident, or something.

This morning....dipped a toe in the murky waters of recoding, using the infamous BMW Scanner 1.4.0 and an ancient XP laptop. Got my New/used OEM alarm up and running. Turned off the 37 degree warning beep, which scared the crap out of me every time it went off. I've got the remote open and close of the windows and sunroof engaged, but it isn't closing the rear windows. Need to go back in and look at that, or maybe its a "coupe window" thing with the switches, like how the one-touch close doesn't work without modifying them. Anyway, I got in and got out without the car blowing up, so that's good. Of course, I haven't actually tried to start it yet....

[jgt_zhp]

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.

Not that I have any obsessive compulsive issues or anything, but my less-than-ultimate-quality Khoalty 12 LED panel in the dome light is driving me nuts. And it's sure bright enough that you can't ignore it when it's on. The whole panel sits at about a 15 or 20 degree angle, tilted towards the driver's side, and frankly, it looks like shit. Next project, pull out the dome light...again, open it up...again. If it won't square up by itself, there's going to be a McGyver quality spacer going in behind it. I'm thinking paper clip and chewing gum. Just need to figure out what flavor of gum goes best with a black interior.

[niart906]

Decided to go with a different material rather than Alcantara for the steering wheel. What do you guys think? Alcantara is nice, but leopard print adds at least 20hp!!! Amiright??

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-23.jpg

[Stigissimo]

^Well you OBVIOUSLY forgot to add the fluff factor in as well, which creates an additional 10 HP so it's probably closer to 30 more HP.

BTW, that cinnamon interior is delicious.

[jgt_zhp]

:pimp:pimp:pimp

[Imola.ZHP]

Loving my week on Indian Rocks Beach, FL but missing my ZHP!

Called to check status on my new windshield and I'm glad I did because it fell through the cracks! Had to move my appointments for tint (prior to installation) and installation.

[1 M Mike]

Decided to go with a different material rather than Alcantara for the steering wheel. What do you guys think? Alcantara is nice, but leopard print adds at least 20hp!!! Amiright??

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-23.jpg
Thanks for not showing us a picture of yourself in the matching Tarzan loin-cloth that came with it. :)


BTW, that cinnamon interior is delicious.Yeah, what he said. :grooving

[johnrando]

Loving my week on Indian Rocks Beach, FL but missing my ZHP!

Called to check status on my new windshield and I'm glad I did because it fell through the cracks! Had to move my appointments for tint (prior to installation) and installation.

No pun intended? :biggrin Hope it works out.

[Torxuvin]

Refinanced the BMW loan. Dropped from 9.6% to 5.19% interest. (I have good credit, Banks just don't like giving loans for old cars) 112$ less/month. :biggrin

[danewilson77]

Refinanced the BMW loan. Dropped from 9.6% to 5.19% interest. (I have good credit, Banks just don't like giving loans for old cars) 112$ less/month. :biggrin

How many years did you add to loan though?

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Torxuvin]

How many years did you add to loan though?

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

I did go from a 30 month loan (6 down) to a 36 month. :shifty So I basically added 1 year. But it's still less money overall. I should have changed it over when I first bought the car. :facepalm

[Crestwood1001]

Ordered a set of NGK spark plugs, a new radiator drain plug (in anticipation of stripping the current one), a gallon of coolant, a blower motor resistor and a windshield cowl.... :)

[JupiterBMW]

Both of the BMWs have been outside for 2 nights in a row because the garage is in use for some furniture refinishing... So, in the next couple days, both cars will get another bath... It never ends...

[kayger12]

Said hi to her in passing.

She hasn't moved since I pulled into the garage Sunday night getting home from Gruppefest.

A well deserved rest.

Friday is bath day.

[danewilson77]

Clayed all 4 BBS wheels to remove paint overspray from last shop :facepalm

Also, I used the magic eraser on the silver parts of my engine covers. Result = amazing.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg.html)

[kayger12]

Clayed all 4 BBS wheels to remove paint overspray from last shop :facepalm

Also, I used the magic eraser on the silver parts of my engine covers. Result = amazing.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg.html)

^Great tip right there.

[johnrando]

Clayed all 4 BBS wheels to remove paint overspray from last shop :facepalm

Also, I used the magic eraser on the silver parts of my engine covers. Result = amazing.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a325b9b-9916-4187-8e84-52cdea969eee.jpg.html)

Wow, who knew....???? Awesome.

[cakM3]

After driving over 460 miles in the rain... I decided to leave my ZHP in the garage and left my ///M outside. It's still raining outside...

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[Sockethead]

Yep still raining here...135 at Kpro's work, X5 outside.... ZHP in the garage :biggrin
Not looking forward to the drive to Ohio tonight... holiday traffic and rain.... At least we'll be comfy in the X5....

[Jailee2k6]

Had a oil change done and Dinan stage 1 software installed. Hope to test it out if this rain ever ends!

[kayger12]

Ordered her personalized plates...

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[johnrando]

ooh ooh, what'd you get?

[Hermes]

drove... a lot

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/MFest%20VII/null-3.jpg

[kayger12]

ooh ooh, what'd you get?

Was a tough call. I thought about E46 ZHP, but those are still tied up until September when Marc B's old reg would have expired.

I like my Phillies plates, so I've been on the fence about changing for about a year.

I ended up going with 05ZHP on Phils plates.

Any Jersey peeps interested in E46 ZHP, October 1 will be your time to jump on it. ZHP, 04 ZHP, 05 ZHP, and 330 ZHP are all taken.

[330i ZHP]

removed the HRE wheels from X5, ride not as bouncy but still noticeable. Also found that the right front wheel was barely hitting but hitting on every inner spoke, on the caliper...irk. HRE seems eager to solve the issue - great CS

I am likely going to remove the COs this weekend. My wife gets queasy riding in the vehicle

[1 M Mike]

The devils in the details!

Full inside and outside job. I'm totally bushed so I'm running a post pattern and taking it to the house bis morgen (until tomorrow) where I'll outline the products and steps I use.

[Stigissimo]

:jawdrop

[Crestwood1001]

That color is incredible

[Stigissimo]

That color is incredible
+1 million

[330i ZHP]

beautiful

[jgt_zhp]

wow. I want one of those

[cakM3]

@ 1 M Mike

:drool :drool :drool :drool

awesome job detailing her :thumbsup

[trancenation]

Installed an OEM AUX Kit today. Found out that my AUX cable (Male to Male) was bad after a half hour of troubleshooting. Pheww..

[Imola.ZHP]

Drove her for the first time in over a week!

Also fixed my roof-rack fairing, just need to get off of work and test it at highway speeds.

[niart906]

Stopped by my local dealer to pickup some parts, figured I'd mention the airbag recall to see when they'd be getting the replacement parts. Turns out my dealer hasn't even heard of the recall. My SA says to me: "What? Did you read that online?"

Yes, just because I read it online doesn't make it any less credible. Amiright? It's not like it's only on the forums. :scratchinghead

[Ryans323i]

The devils in the details!

Full inside and outside job. I'm totally bushed so I'm running a post pattern and taking it to the house bis morgen (until tomorrow) where I'll outline the products and steps I use.

She looks great. The paint looks dripping wet.

And we want more pictures, anytime, anywhere, dirty, or clean. Period.

[cakM3]

Drove my ZHP for the first time in three weeks...even though it's raining outside. Decided to get my Style 135's cleaned out, swap out the mounted 12mm spacers on my rear wheels for new 10mm ones, and install brand new headlight lens :)

Knowing my OCD tendencies, I'll most likely apply another protective layer of wax/sealant before driving in the rain again....

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/25/hyrevy8y.jpg

While at Starbucks this morning the ZHP was getting lots of love from other customers ;)

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[kayger12]

Nice, Charlie.

Mine still hasn't moved since I pulled her into the garage after the meet.

Sent from the Last Next Best Thing.

[JupiterBMW]

Guise, I need help... I sold some more stuff, have money burning a hole in my pocket. Need moar mods... Thoughts? I think HID yellow fogs might be purchased real soon. :biggrin

[johnrando]

Holy cow Mike your 1M just made my heart race faster.

As for me, half way through my first ever DIY brake job. Changing out all 4 rotor to BMW Performance ones, painting the calipers, and putting in stainless brake lines in the front.

Jon, have you gotten a tune or an SB yet?

[Imola.ZHP]

My windshield came in! Woot! I have to pick it up (in the box) and get it tinted Tuesday morning, then it gets installed Thursday morning!

[JupiterBMW]

Jon, have you gotten a tune or an SB yet?

Yes, I've got the Dinan Stage 2 software right now. I'd like to do a Sprintbooster/Sport button, but it looks like it'll be about $400 or so for that mod, more than its worth to me right now. I don't NEED them, but I'm leaning towards brakes... Not sure why. It'd be nice to have them done and on the car. Hmm..

[johnrando]

Oh yea, I forgot you have the Dinan, duh. You should be able to do the SB for $250 if your are patient with used parts. Brakes are always good, drilled rotors would look good on your car.

[UdubBadger]

rotors are always a nice cosmetic and mechanical upgrade in 1 package!

my buddy who owns bimmerbrakes.com would be happy to help ya. ;)

[ELCID86]

Programmed my Homelink garage door opener.

[WOLFN8TR]

Installing a little love today.

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[ELCID86]

Installing a little love today.



Good luck with the ET, etc. Did that on my '02 coupe before I sold it.

[az3579]

The devils in the details!

Full inside and outside job. I'm totally bushed so I'm running a post pattern and taking it to the house bis morgen (until tomorrow) where I'll outline the products and steps I use.

DAMN IT, Mike.
Now I'm gonna have to post "a pair of pants and undies" in the "what did you buy today" thread. :shifty

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[WOLFN8TR]

Ya it looks like a lot of fun. Been putting this off for awhile now I know why.

[danewilson77]

Maintenance day at the Wilson's:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/ac106e0c-98dc-4d54-929a-b7dda3241e9f.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/ac106e0c-98dc-4d54-929a-b7dda3241e9f.jpg.html)

First adjusted one of Justins A/E's and did a cowling restore using Meguilers Dash and Trim restorer. 50/50 pic below:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/0e560721-db28-4b4d-b1d0-9e90f22407b1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/0e560721-db28-4b4d-b1d0-9e90f22407b1.jpg.html)

Then did RSM's on mine. Meyle didn't look bad, but feel better with Sach's Boge installed.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/6dacb90e-492a-4ff2-a894-63c37a592f4c.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/6dacb90e-492a-4ff2-a894-63c37a592f4c.jpg.html)

Then put in fresh plugs.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/b2921a0f-5ce8-462e-aa10-a3782385936e.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/b2921a0f-5ce8-462e-aa10-a3782385936e.jpg.html)

OLD

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/fad5b97e-be75-4ccd-8410-b84229bd8eb3.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/fad5b97e-be75-4ccd-8410-b84229bd8eb3.jpg.html)

[UdubBadger]

Goin HAM there Ddub.

[kayger12]

EVERY day is maintenance day at the Wilson's! :)

[WOLFN8TR]

Sooo I just drained all the coolant, is it normal to look like this? It looks just like beer minus the suds. Not sure when if ever this was done before.

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[nike001]

Someone peed in it to top it off :shifty

[GMATT]

Spent the last three days detailing the original wheels for the ZHP. Have decided I can't live with the noise of the track tires and swapped the 135's on. Man what a difference! However I can surely tell the difference in how light my csl reps are.
Gary

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[WOLFN8TR]

Someone peed in it to top it off :shifty

It actually looks just like Pee! LoL...

It doesn't seem oily or smell funny so I'm thinking it just really old and more water than coolant.

[Hornung418]

It shouldn't look anything like that even with more water.

Put some BMW blue in there and you'll be good to go.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[Imola.ZHP]

EVERY day is maintenance day when you own an e46 :)

Fixed!

[kayger12]

^Amen.

[bimmeryota]

Oil change after 5k. Took a sample for black stone. Put in German castrol this time to give it a shot.
Realized that my oil filter housing is now leaking. I'll add that to the list...

[Crestwood1001]

Sooo I just drained all the coolant, is it normal to look like this? It looks just like beer minus the suds. Not sure when if ever this was done before.

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Gary

Its just not bmw coolant, most people arnt enthusiasts and therefore don't think twice about putting in walmart coolant cause they don't know to put in the smurf juice.

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[WOLFN8TR]

It shouldn't look anything like that even with more water.

Put some BMW blue in there and you'll be good to go.

From a GS3, this was sent.

Ya I have a bottle sitting here ready to go in.

This DIY is turning into nightmare. Couldn't get the exspansion tank off, then it finally popped off. I look down and saw this! Any idea what this part costs?

8612

8613

EDIT: Looks like I just snapped the lower Tstat off inside the Automatic Transmission mounting plate. $60 not too bad.

[SoloEuro]

Just purchased... 10+ hp and letting the 330 breathe better. ;)

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[Hornung418]

Oiled filter...:nono

Request a cancled order and buy a dry filter like AFE or AMSoil EA.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[trancenation]

Washed and waxed the ZHP and completed the zip tie repair to my front window regulator. Found a piece of the plastic carrier at the bottom of my door!

[Crestwood1001]

Arrived home to find a big box from ECS. This is a weekly thing anymore, my two days off each week are being filled with preventative maintenance. This Monday Tuesday is a new power steering reservoir and fluid flush, new expansion tank and coolant flush with brass bleeder screw and new radiator drain plug, replace my half dead A/E ring and install the new windshield cowl. Working on this car is so relaxing.

[Imola.ZHP]

^ relaxing?

Come relax in Memphis, I have a ton of stuff that needs done.

[danewilson77]

^ relaxing?

Come relax in Memphis, I have a ton of stuff that needs done.

:rofl

[Crestwood1001]

^ relaxing?

Come relax in Memphis, I have a ton of stuff that needs done.

Lol with my daily job, spending some time working on the car with music and a beer is my idea of down time

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[ELCID86]

Clay bar.

[HokieZHP]

Diagnosed a new source of the rattle in the rear of the car. Made a thread about it. Also re glued my c pillars.

[JupiterBMW]

Purchased an HID kit for my foglights, 3000K. Very excited to get these installed. :)

[330i ZHP]

3000 will still be yellowish, were you hoping to match the headlights?

[E_Rak]

Yellowish fogs on Alpine will be quite pleasing, I would imagine..

[330i ZHP]

yup, I was just asking if that was the intention

I have been quite wrong with preferences lately

[danewilson77]

yup, I was just asking if that was the intention

I have been quite wrong with preferences lately

:rofl

It's all good Stu.

[330i ZHP]

damn you Dane and your powers

[JupiterBMW]

3000 will still be yellowish, were you hoping to match the headlights?

3000k is VERY yellow, which is what I want. Definitely not going to match the headlights. :)

[328ioc]

3000k is VERY yellow, which is what I want. Definitely not going to match the headlights. :)

I know you likes mine so just FYI mine are 2500k. ;-)

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[JupiterBMW]

I know you likes mine so just FYI mine are 2500k. ;-)

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Yeah. I actually purchased the same kit that I had on my last car... Very nice quality but you do pay for it. McCulloch is the brand name...

www.xenonking.com

[JupiterBMW]

Also for my ZHP today...picked up an LCM with 4.0 software from eBay... $57 shipped. It has auto function which I will retrofit at some point, but until then I will at least code for triple blink!! And way down the road, Euro faceplate for rear fogs.

[cakM3]

Also for my ZHP today...picked up an LCM with 4.0 software from eBay... $57 shipped. It has auto function which I will retrofit at some point, but until then I will at least code for triple blink!! And way down the road, Euro faceplate for rear fogs.

Very nice Joop :thumbsup

[JupiterBMW]

Thanks Charlie! As they say..... Because Charlie. I'm just trying to mimic that! :rofl

[jgt_zhp]

Another round of "point, click, leave it on the porch", this time for both cars, and somewhat maintenance oriented.

On the way from Bavarian Autosport

Windshield sunscreen for the ZHP
Oil filters
Oil filter cap socket
Fog light trim for ZHP - needs both sides
Top side oil sucker outer - I like the easy way
Sunroof shade tabs for the 325 - it's been broken for 4 years, might as well fix it
Air filter and cabin filter for the 325

From Bimmian

Clear front bumper reflectors for the ZHP
Euro mirror lenses for the ZHP
Wheel wax - my #2 set of style 135s is finally getting refinished this week, and will become my #1 set. Other set will either become my winter wheels or get sold. My GF assumes that by taking my 325, she also gets my winter wheel/tire set up. Dang, she got a heck of a deal on that car!

I had a Weiss Licht LED dome light setup in my Bimmian cart, then decided to think about it some more. I know I went on the cheap with my Khoalty interior LED kit. It's really the 12 LED panel I'm unhappy with, but I'm thinking about maybe getting a Ziza kit from ECS. Looks like a quality alternative. We'll see.

Also toying with going yellow for the fogs and/or the halogen high beams. Whole new kettle of fish - yellow Lamin-X, yellow bulbs and Lamin-X, HIDs, who knows what other possibilities? Been perusing the Lighting forum, we'll see what develops.

Raining cats and dogs today. Might entertain myself with some coding on the 325.

[Crestwood1001]

Need help in this decision.... Have a few options to get with my upcoming bonus.
A: H&R springs for moar low
B: Tint
C: M-tech 2 front bumper
On a side note, I'm all caught up on matinance, and will be getting new tires and an inspection this week, so my bonus will allow a cosmetic mod. I'll have about 450$ to spend.

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[cakM3]

I got around to swapping out my 12mm spacers for 10mm ones on the ZHP today. The weather was perfect today so I went ahead and did it. The fit is now perfect and I still have the stance I'm looking for with my ZHP :) ... a win for sure :thumbsup

[Tnhl1989]

Photos Charlie :)

[zhpnsnv]

Wash/wax.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/u4yse2yj.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/etu6e7es.jpg

[kayger12]

^Nice.

I got a wash in, but waxing would have just meant grinding freshly landed pollen into my clear coat.

I did a quick dry off and rushed her into the garage.

[cakM3]

Thanks Charlie! As they say..... Because Charlie. I'm just trying to mimic that! :rofl

Good luck with that Jon :biggrin I'm modding both of my BMWs but then you're modding your house and ZHP....guess you're doing well yourself :thumbsup

One thing to mention is that I don't have anyone to bounce things off of regarding modding my car.....you do...;)

[Sockethead]

I've had the Bilstiens on the car for several weeks now... I love these shocks! The ride is so much better than it was with the Koni yellows. The Konis must of really been beat or maybe I had them turned up too high. I never messed with the adjustment that much because with the way my strut bar is designed, I had to completely remove it to adjust it.

One thing I noticed is that the car sits about an inch higher in the front since I put the Bilsteins on. It's not bad because it was really too low before.
I thought that the Bilsteins would of settled in now that I have over 1k on them... What do you guys think?

[cakM3]

Rob, I would have guessed the same thing. After putting on 1k the suspension should have settled in by now....

One thing I have noticed with a lower stance is that you have to be more aware of what is in front of you when driving since you don't have as much clearance and going up driveways can somewhat be a challenge due to scraping of the lip (if mounted) or tail pipes.....not a good thing....but that's the price you pay for lowered rides...;)

[zhpnsnv]

^Nice.

I got a wash in, but waxing would have just meant grinding freshly landed pollen into my clear coat.

I did a quick dry off and rushed her into the garage.

Yea it's dying down up here so I pounced. Definitely needs a polish and clay by mid summer.

[cakM3]

Photos Charlie :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/yse5avyn.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/adyqusur.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/zu8e4y3a.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/28/suze2uba.jpg

I find the 10mm spacers to work much better than the 12mm spacers I used to have :)

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[danewilson77]

Cleaned out Brittany's windshield wiper drains today as her passenger front/rear got soaked the other day during a rain storm.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[SoCalZman]

Just ordered an E46 alarm kit and all the parts for the M3 strut bar (I want the black bar and not the regular polished one) from the bmwpartstore. Expensive day for me!


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[johnrando]

Glad the spacers worked better Charlie. I still rub with 10s in the back but I have some other things to try. Finished the brakes today, and installed the OEM perf splitters. I know, pics, but I didn't take one of the splitters for some strange reason. Think I was focused on my mushy brakes. I'll post in my projects thread later/tomorrow. I should get an alarm too Norcal.

[BCS_ZHP]

JR,
Believe the vert rear is slightly narrower than the coupe/sedan, might explain your rub. Recall the trunk is slightly narrower, think that carries into the overall rear end design.

[das boots]

I had the brake pads replaced by my son with Centric Ceramics from Zeckhausen yesterday. I am still a one arm bandit since I am still recovering from right shoulder surgery. I did the QA. Bed in was done this early morning during very light traffic along SR-56. Had a slight bluing on the rotors and some grays from the pad materials. No more dust. No squeeks. Brakes are perfect.

[cakM3]

JR,
Believe the vert rear is slightly narrower than the coupe/sedan, might explain your rub. Recall the trunk is slightly narrower, think that carries into the overall rear end design.

JR, I think Bruce is on to something here....I have heard this as well...

[Crestwood1001]

And so it begins...

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[SoCalZman]

I should get an alarm too Norcal.

Yup. Recent posts about stolen ZHPs has scared me. So in an alarm goes. The place I noted is selling them for 249. Might be more expensive for the convertibles. Double check the part numbers.


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[Imola.ZHP]

Also for my ZHP today...picked up an LCM with 4.0 software from eBay... $57 shipped. It has auto function which I will retrofit at some point, but until then I will at least code for triple blink!! And way down the road, Euro faceplate for rear fogs.

Nice find!

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Picked up my new windshield from the dealer! It gets tinted tomorrow and installed Thursday!

[Crestwood1001]

New PS reservoir in, cleaned up mounting bracket and new hose clamps, easy 30 min job, time to work on flushing the fluid.

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[Newjack]

Nice find!

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Picked up my new windshield from the dealer! It gets tinted tomorrow and installed Thursday!

How much for the windshield and install? I need to do this myself at some point as mind is very old and pitted.

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[johnrando]

Yup, I didn't rub until I put the spacers on, so I'll see. I'm going to different size tires (square), then going to re-roll the fender (the original person who did it didn't go far enough), and then if necessary, drop down some in spacers. And, drum roll please, tomorrow is my 4th year anniversary of purchasing Ness. Happy Anniversary to us! :biggrin

[Torxuvin]

Yup, I didn't rub until I put the spacers on, so I'll see. I'm going to different size tires (square), then going to re-roll the fender (the original person who did it didn't go far enough), and then if necessary, drop down some in spacers. And, drum roll please, tomorrow is my 4th year anniversary of purchasing Ness. Happy Anniversary to us! :biggrin

Sweet. Happy Anniversary

[UdubBadger]

Nice find!

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Picked up my new windshield from the dealer! It gets tinted tomorrow and installed Thursday!

How much? Need a new front myself


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[UdubBadger]

Yup, I didn't rub until I put the spacers on, so I'll see. I'm going to different size tires (square), then going to re-roll the fender (the original person who did it didn't go far enough), and then if necessary, drop down some in spacers. And, drum roll please, tomorrow is my 4th year anniversary of purchasing Ness. Happy Anniversary to us! :biggrin

You two got a hot date planned or what?


- Goin' H.A.M. Mobile

[danewilson77]

How much for the windshield and install? I need to do this myself at some point as mind is very old and pitted.

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How much? Need a new front myself


- Goin' H.A.M. Mobile

My last one from WindshieldGuru ran me $350 installed. Pilkington glass.

More info here.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?6335-OE-Windshield&highlight=windshield

[Crestwood1001]

If this is any indication of how this cooling work is gonna go I'm in for a long day...

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[danewilson77]

Replace with brass bleed screw :dunno

Looks like an opportunity to improve to me.

[328ioc]

Yup. Recent posts about stolen ZHPs has scared me. So in an alarm goes. The place I noted is selling them for 249. Might be more expensive for the convertibles. Double check the part numbers.


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Damn that's a good price. I think I will order one as well.

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[Crestwood1001]

Replace with brass bleed screw :dunno

Looks like an opportunity to improve to me.

Way ahead of ya boss ;) actually already done with the expansion tank and bleeding, a lot easier then I expected!

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[wsmeyer]

Changed the oil in the wife's X5. Not as easy as ZHP as the filter is under the car but not too bad. Also takes 8 qts of oil!

[niart906]

Diagnosed a squeak I've been hearing coming from my steering column. I took off the airbag, steering wheel, and clockspring to grease the top most bearing. So far, it seems to have fixed it...

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-24.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-25.jpg

[WOLFN8TR]

Way ahead of ya boss ;) actually already done with the expansion tank and bleeding, a lot easier then I expected!

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I started my cooling system overhaul on Saturday morning.

- Hoses
- Stewart water pump
- Thermostat
- Exspansion Tank
- Pulleys
- Belts
- Coolant
- Sensors

Apparently my entire system was original, 119K on her. Everything was a Beouch getting apart as far as the hoses and Ex tank. Snapped off the Auto Trans Tstat under the Exspansion Tank. Dealer closed until Tuesday, nobody in town has one. Dealer wants $100 for it! Order one thru Turners and a new AFE dry filter for $110. Also more parts from ECS. Parts won't be here until Sat if not Monday.
So she sits waiting...

Tstat
8684

8682

8683


Gary

[Crestwood1001]

My water pump was replaced about 10K ago under warranty. I did all the belts and pulleys a month ago, thermostat at the same time, expansion was the last thing on the list. Mine came out no problem, from start to finish it was drained from the block, replaced, refilled and bleed in about an hour.

[JupiterBMW]

Just finished my starter swap. Car fires like a champ now!

[midlandtech]

Just finished my starter swap. Car fires like a champ now!

I may be doing this soon... Mine seems to be cranking slightly longer

[danewilson77]

Diagnosed a squeak I've been hearing coming from my steering column. I took off the airbag, steering wheel, and clockspring to grease the top most bearing. So far, it seems to have fixed it...

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-24.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/null-25.jpg


Just finished my starter swap. Car fires like a champ now!

Great diagnosis and work fellas.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[das boots]

Someone posted a link to purchasing a set of LED license plate lights. I can't seem to find the link. Could someone please re-post link? Thanks.

[Rovert]

After 1,400 miles and near 24 hours straight driving from ///mFest to Vancouver....my car performed so admirably I'm letting her rest outside. I'm going to sleep inside too. My head hurts. LOL

[cakM3]

Hey Everyone :hi

There's a vote going on over at E46Fanatics for member of the month and I just got a PM from Tim (the owner of the site) that I have been nominated along with 7 other forum members there. Just wanted to share the news. I was surprised to see this myself :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ScreenShot2013-05-28at75945PM_zps802dadb6.png

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ScreenShot2013-05-28at80331PM_zpsdd73e9d1.png

Here's the link to the voting thread....I'm sure JeppeJ will win this poll but it's nice to see that I got nominated :biggrin

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=989439 (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=989439)

[danewilson77]

Voted. You're winning.

[das boots]

Voted for a fellow veteran.

[Imola.ZHP]

How much for the windshield and install? I need to do this myself at some point as mind is very old and pitted.

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I'll have to look when I get home from work, glass, trim, cowl and misc cowl parts was $569 with our 9.25% tax rate. Prices seem to vary wildly from dealer to dealer. I won't know how much for labor until it is done (Thursday).


How much? Need a new front myself


- Goin' H.A.M. Mobile

See above.


My last one from WindshieldGuru ran me $350 installed. Pilkington glass.

More info here.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?6335-OE-Windshield&highlight=windshield

I know my ZHP isn't special, but I wanted the BMW logo, insurance sent me $707 and told me to have anyone I wanted do it. Between the tint and the labor I hope to only be out $300. We'll see Thursday.

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Hope I made the right decision with the tint, the place that tinted the rest of the car only had two options for me. Option 1 was a 50% film that would reflect 97% of the heat out of the car (multiple layers of product) and would run $260 (YIKES), benefit, heat reduction, benefit lighter than the other windows, less likely to get a tint ticket, con, price, con wouldn't match the other tint. Option 2 was to go with the same 35% on the rest of the car at $110. I first said Option 1, then switched to Option 2. I've been researching laws and all I need is a note from my eye doctor saying I need the windshield tinted to reduce glare and UV rays; I haven't been to my eye doctor in a few years (we lost vision at work about a year ago). Hopefully I can talk him into it, and I need to go anyway.

[WOLFN8TR]

Voted, Good Luck Charlie...

[danewilson77]

Sounds good to me Marcus.

[cakM3]

Voted for a fellow veteran.


Voted. You're winning.


Voted, Good Luck Charlie...


Thanks guys! :thumbsup

[static667]

You got my vote, sir.

[Johal E32]

Voted for Charlie!

[gr330zhp]

8695

Lifted my sister's car, getting ready to do a bunch of things on it


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[Pip]

Do you have any other pics of the car with 135Ms on it? Seems kinda cool.

[330i ZHP]

Sorry Charlie - I had considered you when I saw your name...but Jeppe is the God of E46 modding



Hey Everyone :hi

There's a vote going on over at E46Fanatics for member of the month and I just got a PM from Tim (the owner of the site) that I have been nominated along with 7 other forum members there. Just wanted to share the news. I was surprised to see this myself :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ScreenShot2013-05-28at75945PM_zps802dadb6.png

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ScreenShot2013-05-28at80331PM_zpsdd73e9d1.png

Here's the link to the voting thread....I'm sure JeppeJ will win this poll but it's nice to see that I got nominated :biggrin

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=989439 (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=989439)

[trancenation]

New Fuel Filter installed today.. !

[gr330zhp]

Do you have any other pics of the car with 135Ms on it? Seems kinda cool.

8708
8709
8710
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/29/gaqa5y8a.jpg

I think it pulls off the look pretty good. Fitment is good too, if it wasn't xdrive id do wheel spacers on it to pull them out nicely, but don't feel like messing with that


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[328ioc]

For DasBoots

8711

I have had these for almost two weeks now and they are error free.

However they are not as bright as I would have hoped (I am being a bit picky I'll admit that) so Friday I will be receiving the 6 led version and trying those out.

Will post pictures after.

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[das boots]

Thanks for posting and response from my PM. I was wondering on your initial photos on #2222 with three led..they were bright enough.....please post pics of the three and the six leds. I hate it too bright...they might look like some kind of landing lights for an airstrip....Presently, I have the 6 leds, they were really bright that I had to turn them around so they would shine to the reflector and let the reflector do its job. Oh yeah...one of the led bulb have 'burned out' that's why I need a replacement.

[328ioc]

No problem. I'll take pics of the old and the new on Friday and post up pics.

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[JupiterBMW]

Well, while the car was up for the starter swap yesterday, I took the time to shave the rear wheel well studs/plastic that was causing my rubbing. So, this morning, after my workout I took a little drive to the corners that always cause me to rub...

No mo' rub. :thumbsup

[johnrando]

Very cool Jon. Did you just trim the bolt down? If not just the bolt, what else? I still have rubbing. Charlie, I'll vote for you other there.

EDIT: Voted. I had no idea there even was such a contest.

[Sockethead]

Well, while the car was up for the starter swap yesterday, I took the time to shave the rear wheel well studs/plastic that was causing my rubbing. So, this morning, after my workout I took a little drive to the corners that always cause me to rub...

No mo' rub. :thumbsup

I was thinking that's what's rubbing on mine too...I'll have to check it out..

[Imola.ZHP]

Well, 2-3 days ago I noticed a strange small puddle where my car had been parked in the shop at work. It was clear, wasn't brake fluid and I thought perhaps it was coolant, but disregarded it thinking perhaps it was from the guy that had just left having been parked there too.

On my way home this morning from a safety meeting the coolant light comes on. I'm only a block from home so I just monitored the temp gage and put her in the garage.

I pop the hood and it looks as though the vent screw is leaking. I removed the intake to get a better look and do not see water spewing anywhere. I attempt to remove the vent screw and the top snaps off with my screwdriver. Awesomeness. I remove the tank cap to see if there was any remaining pressure on the system and it comes off with no trouble, no spewage, so I'm pretty sure (yet hopeful) it is just this vent screw that has failed.

Any idea on how to get the bottom part of it out? I've tried a few things but don't want to ruin the hose. I have to go pick up my windshield at 3 and take it back to the dealer so they can install it tomorrow, hoping to have it out so that I can just buy the vent screw and not the entire hose while I'm out there.

[Dave_B]

Can you "notch" what's left and then back it out?

Super glue and a wooden skewer for kabob's?

Just throwing out idea's here. :)

[Imola.ZHP]

Can you "notch" what's left and then back it out?

Super glue and a wooden skewer for kabob's?

Just throwing out idea's here. :)

Thanks for the idea's, I've tried to silicone the top back on (its too wet in there), I've tried to somewhat "notch" it a few different ways, but it just seems to be crumbling (cheap plastic!), I think I would have the same luck with superglue as silicone (too wet). It's really tight in there, hoping letting it cool and dry will contract it some. Dealer has the part for $4X.XX, ugh, I just replaced it not two years ago, maybe I should take it out of the car (since I might have to anyway) and see what can be done.

[danewilson77]

Any idea on how to get the bottom part of it out? I've tried a few things but don't want to ruin the hose. I have to go pick up my windshield at 3 and take it back to the dealer so they can install it tomorrow, hoping to have it out so that I can just buy the vent screw and not the entire hose while I'm out there.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5738-BMW-E46-330i-ZHP-Expansion-Tank-Removal-Made-Easy&highlight=expansion

[Imola.ZHP]

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5738-BMW-E46-330i-ZHP-Expansion-Tank-Removal-Made-Easy&highlight=expansion

Expansion tank is fine (thank goodness), its just the upper radiator hose. I pulled it off to see if I could get the vent screw out, still no luck and in the process I've skinned up the flat surface at which the vent screw's rubber o-ring crushes to create a seal. So I'm just going to have to buy another upper radiator hose.

My better half and I have been talking about getting a second BMW, and I just don't see that happening until we get more established (and sell one of our two properties), every day something seems to go wrong with my car. Last night the driver-side headlight wouldn't come on. This has been happening off and on over the course of the past 5 years, but it usually comes on after a few minutes or if I click them off and back on, but I couldn't get it to come on at all last night.

At least its paid for!

[das boots]

Around tow weeks ago during the Jack Cavanough Clean Car Contest...I was walking around and inquired to the folks on how they installed their splitters to the lower front air dam.....some answers were when they purchased the vehicle...they were already installed. And some others, they did install them by themselves. At first the did the double back tape route. But found out that there were gaps after install. So, they removed them and used liquid nail on approximately 3 or 4 strategic spots. And they hold up real well without gaps. But do not liquid nail the whole top mating area. Just passing some info techniques.....

[johnrando]

Thanks Lawrence. I need to shore up those spots too.

[///Maniak]

I installed new headlights with E90 projectors (bought from jack.chris 328 on E46Fanatics - GREAT seller), new lenses, and Orion V2s from Umnitza. It's great to finally be able to SEE again at night!

Wish I'd at least wiped down the lenses before taking this pic, though. It had rained *just* enough to get them all spotty.


https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Public/Photo%20May%2026%2C%206%2003%2004%20PM.jpg?w=AADtG tCsq4v0-SE03-LZJGQRNgshDCv5paTxH5sLmU2kQg

[danewilson77]

I installed new headlights with E90 projectors (bought from jack.chris 328 on E46Fanatics - GREAT seller), new lenses, and Orion V2s from Umnitza. It's great to finally be able to SEE again at night!

Wish I'd at least wiped down the lenses before taking this pic, though. It had rained *just* enough to get them all spotty.


https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Public/Photo%20May%2026%2C%206%2003%2004%20PM.jpg?w=AADtG tCsq4v0-SE03-LZJGQRNgshDCv5paTxH5sLmU2kQg

He's a member here as well.

[Rmckinley81]

I installed new headlights with E90 projectors (bought from jack.chris 328 on E46Fanatics - GREAT seller), new lenses, and Orion V2s from Umnitza. It's great to finally be able to SEE again at night!

Wish I'd at least wiped down the lenses before taking this pic, though. It had rained *just* enough to get them all spotty.


https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Public/Photo%20May%2026%2C%206%2003%2004%20PM.jpg?w=AADtG tCsq4v0-SE03-LZJGQRNgshDCv5paTxH5sLmU2kQg

How are the e90 projectors? I've had issues with my rigged bulb holder keeping the bulb flush. I also think there is an issue with the depth of the bulb in the projector and its position due to the difference in bulbs used. My lights are 100X better than before however the cutoff is vague (don't care) and while I haven't lost the high beam shutters, switching to high doesn't illuminate the road like it should which I believe is due to the position of the bulb in the projector being off. I intend on pulling them for a third time to try again.....

[Rmckinley81]

I should clarify that I also have e90 projectors.

[///Maniak]

From what I can tell, mine are just fine. My driver's side bowl wasn't burnt badly at all, and I think the light output is about the same as before. The highs were never anything to write home about, as far as I'm concerned. They don't seem to be any better or worse with the E90 projectors.

[WOLFN8TR]

Any idea on how to get the bottom part of it out? I've tried a few things but don't want to ruin the hose. I have to go pick up my windshield at 3 and take it back to the dealer so they can install it tomorrow, hoping to have it out so that I can just buy the vent screw and not the entire hose while I'm out there.

Easy, just take a flat blade screwdriver and heat it up. Push it down into the broken piece. Let it cool for a minute or so and then unscrew it. Works like a charm!



Gary

[JupiterBMW]

Very cool Jon. Did you just trim the bolt down? If not just the bolt, what else? I still have rubbing.


I was thinking that's what's rubbing on mine too...I'll have to check it out..

Basically what I did was look and see that my only rub spots were the little bit of the inner plastic liner that went up to the bolt. I trimmed a good size portion out of the plastic liner where it was rubbing. I also repositioned the bumper clip so that it held a little tighter and fit a little more flush. I put the nut back on and then trimmed the stud down so that it wouldn't stick out quite as far. But, looking at my initial rub marks, I think the plastic trimming was what really helped...

I'll jack it up and get some pics...

[Newjack]

My last one from WindshieldGuru ran me $350 installed. Pilkington glass.

More info here.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?6335-OE-Windshield&highlight=windshield

Thanks for the info Dane. Any word on the non OEM gasket you have on your windshield? Any complaints?

[danewilson77]

Thanks for the info Dane. Any word on the non OEM gasket you have on your windshield? Any complaints?

No complaints Rob.

[Sockethead]

Basically what I did was look and see that my only rub spots were the little bit of the inner plastic liner that went up to the bolt. I trimmed a good size portion out of the plastic liner where it was rubbing. I also repositioned the bumper clip so that it held a little tighter and fit a little more flush. I put the nut back on and then trimmed the stud down so that it wouldn't stick out quite as far. But, looking at my initial rub marks, I think the plastic trimming was what really helped...

I'll jack it up and get some pics...

:thumbsup

[Crestwood1001]

Trying to figure out why all of a sudden my car feels like its dragging while coasting after having new tires mounted yesterday, I cant imagine its the tires, my old ones were bald but its a noticeable change, not really thrilled about it.

[danewilson77]

Adjusted right side front coilover up 7/8 inch due to slight rub and 1/4 inch ride height difference. Gave rims, body, door jams and windows a good wipe down. Found another bit of over spray under drivers door that I hope will come off with clay/pc.

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

[328ioc]

Finally cleaned the inside of my car out after the long trip the last 10 days. Will wait for better weather to wash.

And tomorrow I will be ordering a new windshield cowl, center console, cup holders and alarm kit.

After next paycheck will be a Coby wheel order, E82 m sport shift knob and M3 dead pedal.

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[Johal E32]

^I need a new center console and cupholders as well. I just don't feel like spending 80 bux :rofl

[Johal E32]

Well, while the car was up for the starter swap yesterday, I took the time to shave the rear wheel well studs/plastic that was causing my rubbing. So, this morning, after my workout I took a little drive to the corners that always cause me to rub...

No mo' rub. :thumbsup

I think I need to do this. My fenders are rolled but the back right rear still rubs. I think because the battery is right above the back wheel.. Then again, I kind of want to get my fenders pulled out like 3/4 inch to get a more mean/aggressive look

[328ioc]

^I need a new center console and cupholders as well. I just don't feel like spending 80 bux :rofl

Yeah I was about to clean and plastic dip them. But the part holding in the hazard switch broke so I figured its time for new.

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[wertyu78]

8721
Started putting the engine together only to find I have the wrong piston rings.

[Imola.ZHP]

Easy, just take a flat blade screwdriver and heat it up. Push it down into the broken piece. Let it cool for a minute or so and then unscrew it. Works like a charm!

Gary

Thats what the parts guy at the dealership suggested. I tried and tried and tried and still couldn't get it out. I'm glad I went ahead and bought the replacement hose while I was there incase I couldn't get it out. Thanks for the help!

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Well, she's in surgery at the dealership. I am (so far) quite pleased with their service, as I always was back when the car was under warranty and extended warranty/maintenance. The lady that used to help me still works there and she still was able to give me a loaner (for the night). We had a good discussion about why it was a good idea to go back with OEM glass and she explained why they have to keep the car overnight (give it plenty of time to cure). I even got to meet the tech that will be doing the work as he wanted to see if I wanted to have the cow replaced. I guess my advisor didn't notice that that was also to be done at the same time and that I had already purchased those parts as well.

So here is my loaner for the night, bare-bones s-drive 28i auto. The color is meh, but wow, its fast and its kind of growing on me.

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/946987_4955091802722_1006882048_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/401001_4955092082729_1827268477_n.jpg

The butt-dyno says it would be a really close drag race with my ZHP, possibly slight advantage with the ZHP 6-speed manual, but I'm not so sure, the 8-speed auto is FANTASTIC, especially with that engine, I haven't experience any turbo lag yet, but then again I'm not used to driving turbo car's and I've only driven it about 30 miles.

I'll snap some better pic's this afternoon.

[fredo]

Took my Mini to the indy for the 2nd time in two weeks. The first time, they changed the oil but didn't reset the service indicator. Also, the SES light came on. They said yesterday the service indicator was not reset because the cabin filter was not changed. Also, the SES light was on due to the gas cap not closed properly.

$50 later, I'm a happy camper again.

[MKSD03ZHP]

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-black-grill.html

piano black.... should be going on tonight. will upload pics upon install

[328ioc]

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-black-grill.html

piano black.... should be going on tonight. will upload pics upon install

You will love it.

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[das boots]

Still on the fence if I should convert to Piano Black Grills since my OE chrome grills are beginning to flake off.........but piano blacks are not a match for Mystic Blue Metallics. No contrasting color? Requesting if somebody could provide a photo of black grills on Mystic Blue Metallics?

[Tnhl1989]

Still on the fence if I should convert to Piano Black Grills since my OE chrome grills are beginning to flake off.........but piano blacks are not a match for Mystic Blue Metallics. No contrasting color? Requesting if somebody could provide a photo of black grills on Mystic Blue Metallics?

https://www.google.com/search?q=mystic+blue+e46+black+grill&client=safari &hl=en&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=2ZSnUa2bNMbG0w HK7YH4DA&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ&biw=320&bih=444

[jayjay_dee]

Still on the fence if I should convert to Piano Black Grills since my OE chrome grills are beginning to flake off.........but piano blacks are not a match for Mystic Blue Metallics. No contrasting color? Requesting if somebody could provide a photo of black grills on Mystic Blue Metallics?

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-KxI0R33Sy70/TOMS9DjdL5I/AAAAAAAAAK4/cbPB8ims1gE/s800/IMG_4928.jpg

[das boots]

Thanks. Wen through a lot of sites. Ended up with more questions......what is smoked grills or black chrome grills? Are they readily available? Best of both worlds....black/smoked and chrome.....

[Tnhl1989]

Thanks. Wen through a lot of sites. Ended up with more questions......what is smoked grills or black chrome grills? Are they readily available? Best of both worlds....black/smoked and chrome.....

Pretty much matte black and piano gloss black. Khoalty.com

[jgt_zhp]

Khoalty also offers the painted/matte option, for those so inclined. See sig photo below

[das boots]

Khoalty also offers the painted/matte option, for those so inclined. See sig photo below

Now this one is a better option. As long as the grills are piano black????? I did not see this option when ordering on their website? Did I miss this part????

[jgt_zhp]

No, the slats are matte. And unless I'm wrong, on the "piano black", only the surround is gloss, and the slats are matte. You might check with somebody who ha them to be sure, though

[das boots]

No, the slats are matte. And unless I'm wrong, on the "piano black", only the surround is gloss, and the slats are matte. You might check with somebody who ha them to be sure, though

Does the wrap around removable to be painted? Is that how you did yours? Or did you order them already painted? Still do not see the option for a painted wrap around on Khoalty's website.

[SoCalZman]

Still on the fence if I should convert to Piano Black Grills since my OE chrome grills are beginning to flake off.........but piano blacks are not a match for Mystic Blue Metallics. No contrasting color? Requesting if somebody could provide a photo of black grills on Mystic Blue Metallics?

I am in the same perdicament. I am not convinced that matte black grills are an improvement over my stock chrome ones for the silver grey paint. I think the piano black, might be though. just have to find some pics.

[Stigissimo]

silver grey + black grills = pure sex. I think silver grey is tied with AW for looking the best with black grills - matte or piano.

[Tnhl1989]

silver grey + black grills = pure sex. I think silver grey is tied with AW for looking the best with black grills - matte or piano.

Thanks ;)

[BavarianZHP]

I heavily prefer the gloss piano black grills to the matte. The shine displays a sense of luxury/sophistication that the matte lacks, plus it matches our gloss shadowline trim. I dunno why, but I like the stock chrome on my silver grey and it'll probably be one of the last things I change.

[Crestwood1001]

No, the slats are matte. And unless I'm wrong, on the "piano black", only the surround is gloss, and the slats are matte. You might check with somebody who ha them to be sure, though

Im almost positive that my piano black grills from them are all gloss, no matte. Will double check next time im near my car and let you know.

[jgt_zhp]

Does the wrap around removable to be painted? Is that how you did yours? Or did you order them already painted? Still do not see the option for a painted wrap around on Khoalty's website.

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-painted-kidney-grill.html

Link to painted grilles. All the grilles are two piece. The outer frame is separate from the slats. Khoalty sends the frames out for custom paint. They look like this when you get them:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll121/jgtoohey/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/jgtoohey/media/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg.html)

[niart906]

Filled the ///M with some 93, then sat in traffic. Should have my CSL's back on come Monday once my new tires are mounted/balanced. Then the fun begins...

[alexandre]

Cleaned TB and ICV, and patched up my upper intake boot with electric tape. It was starting to crack a little, but not there yet. I'll buy a new one in my next parts order.

My throttle body was nasty. I emptied a full can of cleaner in it and i still had to scrub the crap off of it. Acceleration is much smoother now, and deceleration as well.

Hopefully some of that city MPG will come back as well.

[ELCID86]

Handed over the keys to my son who is back from his semester abroad...he loves it... He did say I can stay drive it! 8746


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

[johnrando]

:thumbsup

[das boots]

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-painted-kidney-grill.html

Link to painted grilles. All the grilles are two piece. The outer frame is separate from the slats. Khoalty sends the frames out for custom paint. They look like this when you get them:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll121/jgtoohey/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/jgtoohey/media/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg.html)

Outstanding. Thanks. I did email Kevin for advise on missing color code of Mystic Blue Metallic.

[BavarianZHP]

Handed over the keys to my son who is back from his semester abroad...he loves it... He did say I can stay drive it!

FOTY award goes to you sir! Is he permanently keeping it, or are you taking it back after he heads off to school again? LOL

[Tnhl1989]

Handed over the keys to my son who is back from his semester abroad...he loves it... He did say I can stay drive it! 8746


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

Does that mean he is joining us on zhpmafia? Hope he enjoys all the customize work :)

[Chad44]

Well, it's 1:20 am and I needed a break from studying. So, this is what I'm doing... I would take any maintenance over studying at the moment!

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/31/hava2e7a.jpg

Fixing my headlights per Jupiter's suggestion... I had given up on the headlights last year, moving on to other things- but I'm back now and hopefully it's as easy to remedy as it seems!



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[Chad44]

Took longer than planned, but I fixed the one e90 bowl I had installed, and them tore down and rebuilt the other headlight... I played with an old bulb to test the bulb depths and how they worked on the light pattern, and found that only about 1/8" of the nibs need to be taken down.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/31/epypaher.jpg


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[JupiterBMW]

Took longer than planned, but I fixed the one e90 bowl I had installed, and them tore down and rebuilt the other headlight... I played with an old bulb to test the bulb depths and how they worked on the light pattern, and found that only about 1/8" of the nibs need to be taken down.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/31/epypaher.jpg


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Well done Chad. I'm in the middle of (ok, the beginning) an FX-R retrofit right now. You'll enjoy the new light output for sure...

[Stigissimo]

Chad - I couldn't help but notice you didn't have a heat shield on the inside panel of your hood, did you take it permanently off?

[kayger12]

^Same here. Had to cut it for the performance strut brace and then ended up just removing it all together.

My understanding is that it's for sound deadening, not heat.

[Stigissimo]

My understanding is that it's for sound deadening, not heat.

Then by golly it's coming STRAIGHT OUT of my car.

[ELCID86]

FOTY award goes to you sir! Is he permanently keeping it, or are you taking it back after he heads off to school again? LOL
Thanks. I'd planned for it to be his car all along--though I have gotten quite attached to it. We sold his '02 33oCi shortly after he left for Europe as he wanted a sedan. He will be driving it to SC when he heads back to school in the Fall.
I'm trying to talk my VP of Finance (read wife) into letting me pick up another ZHP for me and my 18YO to share--marketing campaign continues.

Does that mean he is joining us on zhpmafia? Hope he enjoys all the customize work :)
Tony, I hope to get him to join the mafia, but he is not a big forum person--marketing campaign continues. Maybe I need to hire a consultant!

I will continue here and force him to be part of the mods and maintenance going forwards. We have headlight leveling and Aux jack on the short list. I"m sure he'll have more like tint, etc.

[danewilson77]

^Same here. Had to cut it for the performance strut brace and then ended up just removing it all together.

My understanding is that it's for sound deadening, not heat.

I can confirm this. I've had mine out for 60k miles (at least) and no issues.

[Sockethead]

I can confirm this. I've had mine out for 60k miles (at least) and no issues.

I think it's time for mine to go too. I noticed at the meet that it doesn't fit anymore...

[jgt_zhp]

Mine is developing a good case of the sags, as well. Might be dumpster time

[Ryans323i]

Handed over the keys to my son who is back from his semester abroad...he loves it... He did say I can stay drive it! 8746


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

Good for you for actually giving it to him! He does look extremely happy about it.

[ELCID86]

Good for you for actually giving it to him! He does look extremely happy about it.
Thanks Ryan. He earned a 4-year academic scholarship for college so I figured I got off cheap!

[midlandtech]

Thanks Ryan. He earned a 4-year academic scholarship for college so I figured I got off cheap!

VERY true!

[nike001]

Mine is developing a good case of the sags, as well. Might be dumpster time

I think I got mine too wet one time and now the bottom end near the windshield has fallen out. It doesn't sag too much, but the stuffing is coming out and is getting my engine bay filthy with that and the dust it creates as well.

[kayger12]

^Yep. That stuff is nasty. After I cut the liner to fit the strut brace that crap was worse than pollen. It got everywhere.

[ELCID86]

I think I got mine too wet one time and now the bottom end near the windshield has fallen out. It doesn't sag too much, but the stuffing is coming out and is getting my engine bay filthy with that and the dust it creates as well.

Mine (ours?) sags at all the spots where it is supposed to connect (the tabs). Had not thought of removing it. Now you have me thinking.

[Sockethead]

Mine (ours?) sags at all the spots where it is supposed to connect (the tabs). Had not thought of removing it. Now you have me thinking.

Yep that's what mine is doing...

[das boots]

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-painted-kidney-grill.html

Link to painted grilles. All the grilles are two piece. The outer frame is separate from the slats. Khoalty sends the frames out for custom paint. They look like this when you get them:

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll121/jgtoohey/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg (http://s287.photobucket.com/user/jgtoohey/media/IMG_1677_zpsf9c38b34.jpg.html)


Got a reply from Kevin. They do not carry the Mystic Blue Metallic on their color code. So, I will have to do the painting of the wrap around. Do the Matte or Piano Grills come separate from the slats when you guys ordered them?

And was also inquiring if the slats are in matte or piano black.

I would take it that it is easier to paint over the matte black than over a piano black. Please confirm. Thanks.

[Crestwood1001]

Got a reply from Kevin. They do not carry the Mystic Blue Metallic on their color code. So, I will have to do the painting of the wrap around. Do the Matte or Piano Grills come separate from the slats when you guys ordered them?

And was also inquiring if the slats are in matte or piano black.

I would take it that it is easier to paint over the matte black than over a piano black. Please confirm. Thanks.

Yes they still come separate

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[Imola.ZHP]

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-painted-kidney-grill.html

Link to painted grilles. All the grilles are two piece. The outer frame is separate from the slats. Khoalty sends the frames out for custom paint. They look like this when you get them:


So tempting, looks fantastic on your coupe!


I can confirm this. I've had mine out for 60k miles (at least) and no issues.

Mine has been sagging for sometime now, time for it to go! Thanks for the info!


Thanks Ryan. He earned a 4-year academic scholarship for college so I figured I got off cheap!

Congrats to both you and him, that is OUTSTANDING!

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I got my ZHP back this morning!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/10067_4959131583714_1181659061_n.jpg

OEM windshield installed (pre-tinted with 35% tint). It looks FANTASTIC!

[Avetiso]

Car looks great, Marcus. You planning on getting splitters or painting your bumper anytime soon?

[johnrando]

Updated my project thread. New brakes all the way around over last weekend. Also put the splitters on, but they need some work so I'll post pics up once I shore up some spots.

[///Maniak]

Jealous of the windshield tint, can't do it in MN.

[Imola.ZHP]

Car looks great, Marcus. You planning on getting splitters or painting your bumper anytime soon?

Thank you!

I consider splitters to be a "wear item" I plan to order my 4th pair soon! Those lower lips were a little banged up when I bought the car (7 years ago) and she does usually have a pair on her to cover that rash up.

The bigger plan/picture, however, is yes, to get the entire front of the car re-sprayed. The 90k I've put on her has been a lot of highway miles and the entire front of the car (and the previous windshield) is pitted really badly. It doesn't show up in pictures though, thank goodness! I don't like non-OEM paint though (stays soft for so long), so step one to getting the car re-painted (basically a new front bumper, and new paint back to the B-pillars) is to buy another beater car. That way after she is painted she can sit in my hot garage all summer and the paint can cure. Hopefully that will happen next year.

Yes, I'm a bit OCD/crazy about my non-special car.


Jealous of the windshield tint, can't do it in MN.

Its illegal here too, and on other cars I've only done 50%, we'll see how this goes. I've done some reading online about getting a doctors note, that might be an option if I start getting cop attention.

[JupiterBMW]

Just finished a full detail on the X3.... Waaaaay overdue.

This of course was following a full brake cleanup/paint and detail on my brothers S2000.

Tomorrow we'll do a quick wash of the ZHP and then maybe another photoshoot. :)

[Avetiso]

Just finished a full detail on the X3.... Waaaaay overdue.

This of course was following a full brake cleanup/paint and detail on my brothers S2000.

Tomorrow we'll do a quick wash of the ZHP and then maybe another photoshoot. :)

Pics of both cars, please. You know the rules.

[Imola.ZHP]

^ with that guy, love your x3 M-Sport. It's on the "short list" for replacing our Honda CR-V.

[niart906]

Received 3 of my 4 new tires today. Fedex lost one of them in transit. :jawdrop

So I just opened a claim, now I guess I just wait and hope it turns up. Damn FedEx.