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

[cakM3]

What's involved in that?

connecting a wire to pin 40 on the Mk60 and running that wire through the firewall then connect the other end of the wire to pin2 on the button panel connector at the center console. Fortunately for me, Chad had spare wires with the rubber end to seal against moisture and Tony knew exactly how to do this retrofit. Tony was over a few hours tonight and we got this retrofit done and I got to see his Eonon install. All in all a total win :thumbsup

[Imola.ZHP]

I retrofitted TPMS with Tony's help. Verified everything is functional :thumbsup

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SO JEALOUS! WANT!!

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Tonight I got my bad ignitor swapped out. I decided that since I was already going to be in there to go ahead and do the ZKW lens swap (I have AL headlights, Woot for no burned bowls!). I also decided that while I was in there already, to go ahead and paint the HID shroud (and the remaining chrome in the headlight) black. I had done the "flash to pass" (AKA high-beam on cars without bi-exnon) YEARS ago and have loved the look, this just takes it up another notch! Now I have to get my corners tinted because they are the only chrome on the front of the car.

Stock'ish (chrome bowls/shrouds)
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/301639_2027711900054_2074394604_n.jpg

Flash to pass painted black
https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/308574_2203729380381_1623302193_n.jpg

Blacked out HID surround/shroud
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/1014258_10200170265606985_401687415_n.jpg

ZKW lens in AL headlight
https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1044538_10200170265646986_1182557344_n.jpg

Now I just need some new exterior lenses. Maybe next month!

[E_Rak]

Found this on my door :facepalm Must have been one of the customers at work... Even had the thoughtfulness of brushing the area away to see what kind of work they had done, left no note.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/9124188828_7e3646707c_b.jpg

So I used that as an excuse to do a quick polish to diminish the scratches (wouldn't come out completely) there and some other minor areas. Topped off with some sealant too. Result.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2833/9124189188_745f625c61_b.jpg

[webster]

ugh sorry to see that. i feel your pain. i have a 3 ft scratch on my rear quarter panel from some dipshit.

[Avetiso]

Those headlights look awesome! I have ALs as well. What's involved in doing that?

Sorry about the scratches Rak. Some people just suck.

[midlandtech]

Love the look of those head lights what did you use to black them out

[cakM3]

SO JEALOUS! WANT!!

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Tony will be posting a DIY on this in the future, hopefully with pics so anyone can do this retrofit. :thumbsup

What puzzles me is that on "other" forums, members have done this retrofit but never divulged how they actually went about doing this. One of many things I have found frustrating.

Good part about this forum is that members are more willing to help each other out to get mods/retrofits completed on their cars. I find its better to "share" information and help others rather than not share it. If not for other forum members here... I wouldn't have gotten the following:

– trifecta lighting (thanks BP!)
– my Eagle Eye tails sorted out (thanks Tony!)
– my carbon fiber MTec II rear diffuser (thanks Rando!)
– my sport button mod (thanks Rando and William!)
– my Sprint Booster at 50% off retail price (thanks Gary!)
– my Alcantara front seat covers at substantial discount (thanks Jon!)
– my TPMS retrofit (thanks Chad and Tony!)
– can't forget the carbon fiber engine covers from Ben and carbon fiber e–brake handle from Ry!!! :)

But then I most likely wouldn't have taken care of fellow forum members if not for this site as well..
– entire silver cube trim (passed to az3579 for free)
– brand new never used BMW Assist rear view mirror (passed to Newjack for free)
– my Beyern Mesh wheels @ serious low Mafia price (tnhl1989)
– Euro LCM w/ sw4.5 to Dane

So my point is that here, we are supposed to help each other out and, for the most part, this is the norm here on the Mafia forum. This is what makes our forum unique. Anyway I had to put all of this out... :)

Getting back on topic, you will have all the required info on how to retrofit TPMS. I can tell you it's really not too difficult to do, that's the best part! :thumbsup

BTW, your light bowls look awesome! :thumbsup

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[johnrando]

Amen brutha! So true, we help each other out. Not the typical, "run a search you #@$$@#$".

[M0nk3y]

Put some dodo juice rainforest rub on the 1er



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[E_Rak]

That sounds delicious...

[danewilson77]

Looks amazing.

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

[Stigissimo]

Two days ago Evan and I traded off buffing the main surfaces of my car: the boot lid, bonnet, and roof. Equipment: Porter Cable 7424 DA polisher, harbor freight buffer pads (believe it or not they work pretty well!) and Meguiar's 105. Down the road when I get the chance I'll do the other panels and maybe re-do the three panels that I've already buffed and literally spend all day doing it to make it poifect.

Before:

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3793_zps63ba7f2f.jpg

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3796_zps9bf42d71.jpg

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http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3798_zpsecd6e643.jpg

After:

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3808_zpse09db3fe.jpg

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3809_zps8c548b86.jpg

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3810_zps38d64491.jpg

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3811_zps97aa6dd7.jpg

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3812_zps5a265792.jpg

FLEX FOR THE LADIES

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/IMG_3804_zps0af11125.jpg

[E_Rak]

Looking sexy Nic ;)

.... The car I mean.

[Imola.ZHP]

Those headlights look awesome! I have ALs as well. What's involved in doing that?

You'll need the ZKW lenses from theretrofitsource.com, $40. And some time, here is the video I used to aid in the process.

http://youtu.be/2Lcup1PYTC0

It might seem a little overwhelming at first, but it was actually pretty straight forward and not very difficult. Just a little time consuming, I had a bad ignitor so I had to get in there to change it anyway and figured I'd swap the lenses while I was at. Some people have said they get a better cut-off line by shimming between the lens housing and the bulb bowl, but mine were ridiculously sharp (IMO) without shimming so I just put her back together and called it good.

Here is a pic from 45'. Its not that crisp here, but still pretty good for 45', also notice the line on the CR-V to the left. I'll try to get one from 25' (the distance they say you should use to aim your headlights) tonight or soon.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/1016652_10200170428531058_64414548_n.jpg


Love the look of those head lights what did you use to black them out

It was a grill paint actually, kind of a flat'ish finish.


Tony will be posting a DIY on this in the future, hopefully with pics so anyone can do this retrofit. :thumbsup

What puzzles me is that on "other" forums, members have done this retrofit but never divulged how they actually went about doing this. One of many things I have found frustrating.

Good part about this forum is that members are more willing to help each other out to get mods/retrofits completed on their cars. I find its better to "share" information and help others rather than not share it. If not for other forum members here... I wouldn't have gotten the following:

Getting back on topic, you will have all the required info on how to retrofit TPMS. I can tell you it's really not too difficult to do, that's the best part! :thumbsup

BTW, your light bowls look awesome! :thumbsup

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Awesome! I look forward to the DIY, I have killed two or three Pilot Super Sports in the past not quite two years. All from a slow leak that lead to a low tire, and then failure.



Looking sexy Nic ;)

.... The car I mean.

X2!

[johnrando]

What a difference Stig. :thumbsup

[Stigissimo]

Thanks Randeaux. I've resorted to nicknaming the previous owner of my car the "Cinnamon-Chewing Paint Sadist" because the armrest compartment smells quite potently like cinnamon gum (now my wallet smells like it from keeping it in there) and because of the awful, awful way he treated that paint. I've Never seen swirlier paint.

[danewilson77]

Looks perfect Stig.

[328ioc]

Got my homelink installed last night. Just need to program it when I get home from work today.

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[danewilson77]

Got my homelink installed last night. Just need to program it when I get home from work today.

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I'm looking to do this as well. Well done.

[M0nk3y]

That sounds delicious...


Looks amazing.

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

Thanks guys, not too hard when the paint is basically new


Two days ago Evan and I traded off buffing the main surfaces of my car: the boot lid, bonnet, and roof. Equipment: Porter Cable 7424 DA polisher, harbor freight buffer pads (believe it or not they work pretty well!) and Meguiar's 105. Down the road when I get the chance I'll do the other panels and maybe re-do the three panels that I've already buffed and literally spend all day doing it to make it poifect.


Looks amazing. Well done

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[328ioc]

I'm looking to do this as well. Well done.

The issue I found is that I bought the home link because I do not have an opener for my garage. Just the one inside and a key pad outside.

But in order to program the home link you need a wireless opener......... looks like I'm buying a cheap one so I can get this programmed. Lol

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[danewilson77]

Sux. I still have my programmer so I should be gtg.

[328ioc]

Sux. I still have my programmer so I should be gtg.

Yeah you should be fine.

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[Hermes]

Ssending these out to get refinished, BBS Mahle 15x6 ET13 (for the E21)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-19.jpg

Edit:

Just finished taking off my bumper
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-20.jpg

[Imola.ZHP]

You're welcome. I can't imagine that they would give you any problems with exchanging them for the correct ones. They must have been referring to something else in your order.

Update on this incase you, or anyone else, cares. Karl at ECS took care of everything, it was quite painless actually. I went ahead and put the new CA's on my credit card to get that order started, and I'm shipping back the incorrect ones tomorrow. The new order has $0 in shipping charges and they were kind enough to send me a UPS return label to send the wrong ones back. Considering I am at least 1/2 (if not more) at fault for ordering the wrong CA's, I'm blown away that they are kindly taking care of the mistake all on their own dollar(s).

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Today I nearly cried, I have owned my car since 5/25/2006 and when I was just putting a box in the car a few minutes ago I spotted not one, but two door dings on the car. 7 years, nearly 90k miles, zero door dings, until today (or whenever they happened, they were not there when I dropped the car off at BMW a few weeks back for a new windshield, they have a PDR guy that inspects all of the incoming cars and offers to fix any dings while they are being serviced or worked on). I am ALWAYS careful with where I park, I have no idea when/where this could have happened. Sad day, but I think/hope they are in spots that should be easy to get out.

HOW CAN PEOPLE DO THAT (damage someone else's property, and not say anything) AND LIVE WITH THEMSELVES?!

[danewilson77]

Update on this incase you, or anyone else, cares. Karl at ECS took care of everything, it was quite painless actually. I went ahead and put the new CA's on my credit card to get that order started, and I'm shipping back the incorrect ones tomorrow. The new order has $0 in shipping charges and they were kind enough to send me a UPS return label to send the wrong ones back. Considering I am at least 1/2 (if not more) at fault for ordering the wrong CA's, I'm blown away that they are kindly taking care of the mistake all on their own dollar(s).

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Today I nearly cried, I have owned my car since 5/25/2006 and when I was just putting a box in the car a few minutes ago I spotted not one, but two door dings on the car. 7 years, nearly 90k miles, zero door dings, until today (or whenever they happened, they were not there when I dropped the car off at BMW a few weeks back for a new windshield, they have a PDR guy that inspects all of the incoming cars and offers to fix any dings while they are being serviced or worked on). I am ALWAYS careful with where I park, I have no idea when/where this could have happened. Sad day, but I think/hope they are in spots that should be easy to get out.

HOW CAN PEOPLE DO THAT (damage someone else's property, and not say anything) AND LIVE WITH THEMSELVES?!

Good Deal Marcus
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Bad deal Marcus. Sucks.

Good news, Bad news thread (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4849-Good-News-Bad-News-Thread&highlight=good)

[jgt_zhp]

Day 2 of "Detail Fest 2013". All of these "easy to use" products are great, but when you throw them all together, it's a hell of a lot of work. But is sure makes a difference. I'm very pleased with the results. The steps I used.

Wash - used Dawn to strip old finish. Some say this is unnecessary.

Clay - used the kit you get free from DI when you spend a ton of money. Blue fine clay and Poor Boy's detail spray. Worked good.

Meguiars 105 - used yellow pad on the Griot's.

Meguiars 205 - Blue pad.

Chemical Guys EZ-Creme 2 Sealant - black pad. Really made a difference in hiding imperfections, and evening out a nice glossy finish.

Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 - applied with black pad/hand applicator. Buffed with microfiber towel.

If I feel really motivated tomorrow, maybe another coat of JetSeal. Also have Chem Guys XXX Hard Core paste wax. Maybe later. I've heard mixed reviews

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[ryankokesh]

Looks awesome - great work!

I wasn't a huge fan of the chem guys xxx... Noting bad about it, but it didn't really stand out either.


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[SoCalZman]

Today I nearly cried, I have owned my car since 5/25/2006 and when I was just putting a box in the car a few minutes ago I spotted not one, but two door dings on the car. 7 years, nearly 90k miles, zero door dings, until today (or whenever they happened, they were not there when I dropped the car off at BMW a few weeks back for a new windshield, they have a PDR guy that inspects all of the incoming cars and offers to fix any dings while they are being serviced or worked on). I am ALWAYS careful with where I park, I have no idea when/where this could have happened. Sad day, but I think/hope they are in spots that should be easy to get out.

HOW CAN PEOPLE DO THAT (damage someone else's property, and not say anything) AND LIVE WITH THEMSELVES?!

Dont lose any sleep over it. Door dings are so easy to get out. My ZHP had a bunch of them when I bought it and the body shop got 99.9% of them out. You cant even tell.

[zhpnsnv]

Day 2 of "Detail Fest 2013". All of these "easy to use" products are great, but when you throw them all together, it's a hell of a lot of work. But is sure makes a difference. I'm very pleased with the results. The steps I used.

Wash - used Dawn to strip old finish. Some say this is unnecessary.

Clay - used the kit you get free from DI when you spend a ton of money. Blue fine clay and Poor Boy's detail spray. Worked good.

Meguiars 105 - used yellow pad on the Griot's.

Meguiars 205 - Blue pad.

Chemical Guys EZ-Creme 2 Sealant - black pad. Really made a difference in hiding imperfections, and evening out a nice glossy finish.

Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 - applied with black pad/hand applicator. Buffed with microfiber towel.

If I feel really motivated tomorrow, maybe another coat of JetSeal. Also have Chem Guys XXX Hard Core paste wax. Maybe later. I've heard mixed reviews

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Ah yes, freshly cared for Imola. You'll find yourself staring at it for abnormal amounts of time! One thing I noticed is that you said you still had some micro-marring after the M205 - that might be a function of using the blue pad which might not cut enough to even out the finish. Maybe try white? That's typically what I'll use.

Great work!!!!

[danewilson77]

I'm correct in assuming white is a finishing pad?

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

[orange260z]

Got new sneakers for the car a couple of days ago - Bridgestone Potenza S04 Pole Position in the stock sizes. Finally some real tires! Very impressed with them so far, drove through a torrential downpour yesterday at 100-120km/h with perfect stability when others were pulling over because of the standing water - car felt very stable. Today I threw the car into some corners pretty hard and it stuck like glue. Very nice steering response, too. Was originally planning to get the MPSS (the S04s were the same price) but got a smokin' deal on the S04s and couldn't justify the increased cost for the MPSS.

Also put my new EVO wiper blades on just in time for yesterday's storm, they worked great - much better than the Michelin Stealth blades I put on a couple of months ago when I bought the car.

[jgt_zhp]

Ah yes, freshly cared for Imola. You'll find yourself staring at it for abnormal amounts of time! One thing I noticed is that you said you still had some micro-marring after the M205 - that might be a function of using the blue pad which might not cut enough to even out the finish. Maybe try white? That's typically what I'll use.

Great work!!!!

Thanks! And I appreciate the suggestion, as I'm pretty new at this. I was nervous about the whole cutting process. I did make a second pass at a couple areas, which cleaned them up a lot, so you're probably spot on, and I needed to attack it a little more aggressively.


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[BRGcoopahS]

The other day I checked if my lower intake hose was cracked after 72k. Looked perfectly fine and was pleasently surprised. Next time I'll probably clean the ICV.

[danewilson77]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/IMAG1130-1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/IMAG1130-1.jpg.html)

[Chad44]

Actually installed these calipers/m3 rotors on Sunday and updated my other thread, but I cleaned the wheels and car so I could share them on here!

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[Chad44]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/IMAG1130-1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/IMAG1130-1.jpg.html)

SPDT relays, YAY!!!!!
I feel like I'm out of the loop on something... What are you fixing/installing?


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[Imola.ZHP]

Actually installed these calipers/m3 rotors on Sunday and updated my other thread, but I cleaned the wheels and car so I could share them on here!

135i brakes?! Nice!! I looked into that a few years back, I bid on a few sets on eBay, but never closed the deal on any.

[Avetiso]

Those brakes look really nice. Snug fit.

[danewilson77]

SPDT relays, YAY!!!!!
I feel like I'm out of the loop on something... What are you fixing/installing?


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Sooo..my A/E's kept blowing fuses. JLeviSW said it was the relay. I bought four just to be sure. Just swapped it out and sequentially blew 5, 10, 15, and 20a fuses.

[328ioc]

Just programmed my homelink and created a one stop install/program DIY.

find it here:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?10275-DIY-Homelink-Install-and-Programming-instructions&p=279258#post279258

[Hermes]

Sport springs have arrived!

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-27.jpg

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In case you can't read that it says Suspension Techniques, silver apparently means they are '90s production

Also, I now have no broken lenses (bottom is old one)
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http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-26.jpg

[danewilson77]

Nice haul JP.

I clayed and Rain-X'd my windshield.

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

[Torxuvin]

Good and the bad. Good: The zhp has a new Rear Differential Carrier Bushing. No more clunk!! Bad: I'm not too happy with the redline tranny fluid I put in about 5k miles ago. The car has just recently started getting harder to shift into gear, but only when stopped. Thinking I may switch it out to motul.

[das boots]

The zhp has a new Rear Differential Carrier Bushing. No more clunk!! I'm not too happy with the redline tranny fluid I put in about 5k miles ago. The car has just recently started getting harder to shift into gear, but only when stopped. Thinking I may switch it out to motul.

That is one job that requires a professional. A knuckle buster. I already have a new bushing. The OE bushing has a slight leak. My mechanic has the facility and tools to get this done in his home garage. Waiting for the right time to have him do this.

[zhpnsnv]

I'm correct in assuming white is a finishing pad?

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

I thought blue was more of a finishing pad and white was one step less harsh than orange (yellow being the deepest cut). Maybe different companies do different things?

[Torxuvin]

That is one job that requires a professional. A knuckle buster. I already have a new bushing. The OE bushing has a slight leak. My mechanic has the facility and tools to get this done in his home garage. Waiting for the right time to have him do this.

Yeah. Unfortunately you need a special puller tool. I have seen DIYs that have done it without, but you risk damaging other components. I prefer to diy whenever possible, but I splurged for 240 parts and labor at my local german indy.

[danewilson77]

I thought blue was more of a finishing pad and white was one step less harsh than orange (yellow being the deepest cut). Maybe different companies do different things?

You're all over it Marc.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/Padcomparison.png (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/Padcomparison.png.html)

[niart906]

Good and the bad. Good: The zhp has a new Rear Differential Carrier Bushing. No more clunk!! Bad: I'm not too happy with the redline tranny fluid I put in about 5k miles ago. The car has just recently started getting harder to shift into gear, but only when stopped. Thinking I may switch it out to motul.

I'm sure I will get some flack for this, but I used Royal Purple in my old 328ci for 60k miles without issue. It helped with engaging first from a stop.

[3ZHP]

Put a new set of Michelin Pilot Super Sport's on the back of the vert today. I'd say we maximized the possible usage out of the ones we took off. No worries, no long road trips fo the most part, she only runs in to town once or twice a week and a tank of gas usually lasts a month.

http://i591.photobucket.com/albums/ss351/3zhpguy/Stuff/HerTire.gif (http://s591.photobucket.com/user/3zhpguy/media/Stuff/HerTire.gif.html)

[Avetiso]

I'm sure I will get some flack for this, but I used Royal Purple in my old 328ci for 60k miles without issue. It helped with engaging first from a stop.

Why would you get flack for that? This isn't E46F. :)

[zhpnsnv]

You're all over it Marc.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/Padcomparison.png (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/Padcomparison.png.html)

What a great chart! Very helpful.

[Mtnman]

I got the new new alcantara wheel in yesterday, so i installed it without delay! Thanks Mike from Cobywheel! And thanks ZHP Mafia. This wheel was won at the meet.
This loaner wheel is outta here!

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/6AB5A9EC-72C0-4FA4-BFCE-35496AC9E5D3-27762-00000D41A6CE2DEB_zps1344257d.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/6AB5A9EC-72C0-4FA4-BFCE-35496AC9E5D3-27762-00000D41A6CE2DEB_zps1344257d.jpg.html)

Installing. I hate airbags. They make me nervous

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Final product. Perfect.

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/87A32E10-660C-4787-9C58-81517A1AB056-27762-00000D4189477905_zps7cf241d3.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/87A32E10-660C-4787-9C58-81517A1AB056-27762-00000D4189477905_zps7cf241d3.jpg.html)

[Avetiso]

That wheel looks great!

[danewilson77]

That wheel looks great!

+1

I'm gonna get one for the Kia.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Stigissimo]

I <3 cobywheel. Looks great Dave!

[Tnhl1989]

That's a newer style wheel huh? Info??

[Stigissimo]

That's a newer style wheel huh? Info??

That's the 1er wheel

[Tnhl1989]

Haha just realized that wasn't a zhp

[Mtnman]

Yeah, the 1 msport wheel. Its smaller and super thick. I love it. Thanks guys...

[Stigissimo]

Haha just realized that wasn't a zhp

;)

[zhpnsnv]

I got the new new alcantara wheel in yesterday, so i installed it without delay! Thanks Mike from Cobywheel! And thanks ZHP Mafia. This wheel was won at the meet.
This loaner wheel is outta here!

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/6AB5A9EC-72C0-4FA4-BFCE-35496AC9E5D3-27762-00000D41A6CE2DEB_zps1344257d.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/6AB5A9EC-72C0-4FA4-BFCE-35496AC9E5D3-27762-00000D41A6CE2DEB_zps1344257d.jpg.html)

Installing. I hate airbags. They make me nervous

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/12C11CDC-004B-4B43-B1B6-27EBE92B495D-27762-00000D4192EF81D8_zps2e0af657.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/12C11CDC-004B-4B43-B1B6-27EBE92B495D-27762-00000D4192EF81D8_zps2e0af657.jpg.html)


Final product. Perfect.

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/87A32E10-660C-4787-9C58-81517A1AB056-27762-00000D4189477905_zps7cf241d3.jpg (http://s1091.photobucket.com/user/booneflyfisher/media/87A32E10-660C-4787-9C58-81517A1AB056-27762-00000D4189477905_zps7cf241d3.jpg.html)


Dammit that's awesome. Must resist urge.

[niart906]

Gave the ///M a wash today, then I started to repaint the calipers back to silver. I also emptied the trunk to prepare for an AutoX tomorrow.

I'm also not so patiently awaiting a new to me M3 wheel. As soon as I get it I'll be handing it over to cobywheel for some Alcantara awesomeness.

[cakM3]

Gave the ///M a wash today, then I started to repaint the calipers back to silver. I also emptied the trunk to prepare for an AutoX tomorrow.

I'm also not so patiently awaiting a new to me M3 wheel. As soon as I get it I'll be handing it over to cobywheel for some Alcantara awesomeness.

Funny you mentioned washing the ///M because I did the same for mine. :thumbsup As for your new "Coby" wheel, you'll love it! I have an extra wheel, which I will be sending in to have it rewrapped...:)

[Washburn]

Cleaned the gas filler neck/cap area... (hard to get at the hinge area though...must do later)
(Sprayed with Auto Finesse Citrus, let soak for a few min, wiped off with MF towel):

9300

[danewilson77]

Damn. I would let my kids eat off of that.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Washburn]

haha - Thanks :)

[SoCalZman]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/30/dyqyzy6e.jpg

Put the OEM M3 strut bar on. Just had to corner my friend so I could borrow his torque wrench. It SEEMS to feel different up front. Having said that, I got it mainly to help reinforce the strut towers against mushrooming on San Francisco's 3rd world roads.

[danewilson77]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/30/dyqyzy6e.jpg

Put the OEM M3 strut bar on. Just had to corner my friend so I could borrow his torque wrench. It SEEMS to feel different up front. Having said that, I got it mainly to help reinforce the strut towers against mushrooming on San Francisco's 3rd world roads.

Need.

So I can prevent mice from living in my strut towers.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[SoCalZman]

Need.

So I can prevent mice from living in my strut towers.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

Haha. You need to go find my "animals messing with our ZHPs" thread and share your stories.

If anyone specifically wants the aluminum M3 bar I can try to dig up all the part numbers (you have to order it in pieces).

[Avetiso]

Need.

So I can prevent mice from living in my strut towers.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

I thought you had a brace already? Does it not stop the mice?

[Hermes]

Need.

So I can prevent mice from living in my strut towers.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

you can order just the cap to cover the top of the strut but not sure how it will secure to a different brace

[danewilson77]

you can order just the cap to cover the top of the strut but not sure how it will secure to a different brace

Right.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[gr330zhp]

Welcome to NY, now heres a destroyed Rt 95 to bend your wheel.

Bent a wheel on the 740i late last night, quite badly. Put the spare on, seems fine now


Sent from my iPhone 5.

[brewer90]

Well the title says BMW so...

My ABS failure light has been on and the codes show the motor has frozen. New pump from BMW is $1900 (part only) and I can get this rebuilt for $250 so I'm going that route.

First comes removal of the bodywork and the gas tank
http://jmabry90.smugmug.com/Other/Camera-Awesome-Photos/i-V547Qk8/0/M/CA_06301310391678-M.jpg

Leaving me with this
http://jmabry90.smugmug.com/Other/Camera-Awesome-Photos/i-QmJf2Bt/0/L/CA_06301310394705-L.jpg

It only took me 45 mins to get to this part. I spent the next 3 hours getting the damn ABS pump out. What a PITA and I can't wait until I get to put it back in:eeps
http://jmabry90.smugmug.com/Other/Camera-Awesome-Photos/i-Gf7gGnJ/0/L/CA_06301310404309-L.jpg

[Stu]

Nothing quite like a good wash. I don't have a place to wash my car at my apartment complex, so I have to use a self-serve car wash place to get water. Actually, this thing is pretty freaking cool and is pretty cheap. It's an absurdly powerful pressure hose that has a hot, cold, and engine steaming function. I first rinsed the car off when with hot water, washed it with my Eagle One Nanowax suds, then sprayed it off with the cold water. I've never had my car feel so smooth to the touch before. It's really cool!

One of these days I am going to do a power-wash of my engine compartment with a degreaser. I just want to cover the right stuff up first before doing so.

I set up my to-do list for my suspension overhaul. Planning on gettng the parts around August. Soon enough I'll be finding myself purchasing some snow tires and wheels.

[niart906]

Went to an AutoX this past Sunday. Made me love my car even more...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdqvC6a1Rng

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdqvC6a1Rng

[webster]

gave her a wash and cleaned the wheels. tomorrow hopefully will get to the interior and engine bay.

[MrMaico]

Went to an AutoX this past Sunday. Made me love my car even more...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdqvC6a1Rng

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdqvC6a1Rng

Looks like fun! Nice little powerslide and 2nd gear scratch there at the end. :applause2

[Hermes]

aftermarket alarm

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/null-21.jpg

[SoCalZman]

aww too cute. Looks like a new addition to your family? Thiefs will be too busy dangling yarn around to steal your car now.

[fredo]

As an added bonus, the new alarm will keep away the mice from your car ! Ask Dane about this.

[Avetiso]

New front pads and sensor.

[Hermes]

aww too cute. Looks like a new addition to your family? Thiefs will be too busy dangling yarn around to steal your car now.

I was actually just giving my buddy and his kitten a ride, but he just looked so cute down there I had to take a pic.


As an added bonus, the new alarm will keep away the mice from your car ! Ask Dane about this.

hahahaha

[jgt_zhp]

Added a coat of Chemical Guys XXX Hard Core Paste Wax to my paint protection scheme this morning. I'm in the process of convincing myself it adds additional depth and gloss to the finish. Also hoping the level of effort required to buff it out is indicative of the level of protection. Might have been a good place for a microfiber bonnet on the Griots RA. Informal experimentation indicates it will bead water like a champ.

Really was looking for added protection here. The employee lot where I work seems to be a nesting ground for some flock of pterodactyl-size birds who only eat overripe mulberries, and some of the bombs they drop could eat right through the steel. Time will tell. If two coats of Jetseal+wax can't save me, it just wasn't meant to be.


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[MiniD]

Well, I got an offer I couldn't refuse today on the ZHP. New owner is picking the car up Friday..

I don't know what I want next...another ZHP? Newer 4Runner? Decisions decisions..

[martin_85bg]

I think this brings more personality to the car and look very nice and clean :)
It was a bitch removing the numbers but it worth it.

[danewilson77]

Looks great Martin.

[Avetiso]

Well, I got an offer I couldn't refuse today on the ZHP. New owner is picking the car up Friday..

I don't know what I want next...another ZHP? Newer 4Runner? Decisions decisions..

A Ferrari is so you.

[Johal E32]

Added a coat of Chemical Guys XXX Hard Core Paste Wax to my paint protection scheme this morning. I'm in the process of convincing myself it adds additional depth and gloss to the finish. Also hoping the level of effort required to buff it out is indicative of the level of protection. Might have been a good place for a microfiber bonnet on the Griots RA. Informal experimentation indicates it will bead water like a champ.

Really was looking for added protection here. The employee lot where I work seems to be a nesting ground for some flock of pterodactyl-size birds who only eat overripe mulberries, and some of the bombs they drop could eat right through the steel. Time will tell. If two coats of Jetseal+wax can't save me, it just wasn't meant to be.


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Its good wax, I really like it. I'm sure you will be impressed with the results! Nice and easy on/off application.

My wagon hit 170k today!

[cakM3]

Today I stared at both my babies while they were parked in my driveway :)

[Torxuvin]

Today I stared at both my babies while they were parked in my driveway :)

:chuck I feel you Charlie. I did the same. Took the vette on a joyride since I've virtually just been driving the zhp the last few weeks. Got to love a car that can make you feel like a 7 year old when you drive it. Even after over a year of ownership.

Got the ZHP ready for a road trip. I have the rest of the week off. Holidays FTW.

[cakM3]

:chuck I feel you Charlie. I did the same. Took the vette on a joyride since I've virtually just been driving the zhp the last few weeks. Got to love a car that can make you feel like a 7 year old when you drive it. Even after over a year of ownership.

Got the ZHP ready for a road trip. I have the rest of the week off. Holidays FTW.

I can totally relate Cam. I'm the same way regarding the ///M. Since returning from the Mafia reunion trip, I've put less than 100 miles on the ///M. I've been driving my ZHP pretty much the whole time :)

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[johnrando]

Looks great Martin. I used to have mine like that, now the "zhp" is on the left.

[trancenation]

Nice pick up! I also put one on my car as I am in the city as well. It appears that you have everything down to the strut nut covers! Did you purchase it brand new?


http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/30/dyqyzy6e.jpg

Put the OEM M3 strut bar on. Just had to corner my friend so I could borrow his torque wrench. It SEEMS to feel different up front. Having said that, I got it mainly to help reinforce the strut towers against mushrooming on San Francisco's 3rd world roads.

[SoCalZman]

Nice pick up! I also put one on my car as I am in the city as well. It appears that you have everything down to the strut nut covers! Did you purchase it brand new?

I did purchase it new. I gathered up the part numbers/quantities of everything and ordered from a dealer online.

[JupiterBMW]

Not really for the ZHP, but I signed up for the CCA today... Also, trying to get back on the Mafia a bit as I've been a little MIA for the last couple of weeks... Been very busy at work, but getting into the swing and finding a little free time now... Miss my car, miss hanging out/talking to all you folks!

[Imola.ZHP]

Well, I got an offer I couldn't refuse today on the ZHP. New owner is picking the car up Friday..

I don't know what I want next...another ZHP? Newer 4Runner? Decisions decisions..

Another ZHP, durh!

----------------------

Saturday, roomie texted me while I was out of town saying my ECS package came, the correct CA's came in.

Sunday, saw her for the first time since Thursday (was in Louisville all weekend)

Monday, drove to work

Tuesday, renewed my expired (June 30th, technically July 1st because 6/30 was a Sunday) tag. This was kind of a big deal because Memphis has been doing city inspections for a very long time. I recently had my windshield tinted and failed city inspection (I tried to sneak it through, but the inspector was on his game). Luckily (for me) the city is broke and city inspections ceased on 6/28. However, my backup plan was a letter from my eye doctor saying I need a tinted windshield for medical reasons, received Tuesday as well.

Wednesday, sending the letter mentioned above to Nashville so that I can get a permit for tinted windshield should I get pulled over (a few of the outlying Memphis suburbs are tint nazi's!). Hopefully they deem my letter to be reasonable. If not, oh well, I'll just be sure to drive the Honda into those suburbs.

Thursday (tomorrow), working 8a-4p all by myself, so I'll be washing the exterior and cleaning the interior

[cakM3]

Not for mine but a mafioso's BMW. I provided some detailing information on products I use to get my brilliant shine...:)

[Hermes]

this is gonna look sooooo much better...
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-31.jpg

interestingly, my rears were BBS progressive springs
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-30.jpg

[Avetiso]

Nice.

[cakM3]

this is gonna look sooooo much better...
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-31.jpg

interestingly, my rears were BBS progressive springs
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-30.jpg

....oh boy!!!! :jawdrop

[Hermes]

Thanks guys!

before:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-34.jpg

immediately after:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-32.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-33.jpg

will post a "true" one later when it settles a little bit ;)

[BavarianZHP]

Perfect.

[Imola.ZHP]

Give it a week, it will settle in a bit more...

[///Maniak]

Got the hail damage removed via PDR and got a full detail afterwards. Thought it would be a good time for some pics! These are from two separate days, you might be able to tell which ones are taken with the iPhone and which ones were with the DSLR:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7330/9199858171_b43d127da7_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5449/9206103307_1c207d2f65_b.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9199856091_8072eab869_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3744/9208857052_a4c5cf94df_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7341/9206074823_993b366daa_b.jpg

Now I just need to do some decent interior shots for you guys!

[Tnhl1989]

Looks amazing. I need to detail my car now :(. I like that spoiler on the silver grey as oppose to the standard lip.

[ELCID86]

Great shots. Pretty car. Glad it came out so nice.

[danewilson77]

Beautiful Ben.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3744/9208857052_a4c5cf94df_b.jpg

[static667]

I will be rotating tires. In other words, removing wheels, cleaning them, putting on a coat of Rejex, then putting them back on.

Sent from my yet to be hacked GS3.

[Yass_ZHP]

Got the hail damage removed via PDR and got a full detail afterwards. Thought it would be a good time for some pics! These are from two separate days, you might be able to tell which ones are taken with the iPhone and which ones were with the DSLR:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7330/9199858171_b43d127da7_b.jpg

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5449/9206103307_1c207d2f65_b.jpg

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2816/9199856091_8072eab869_b.jpg

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3744/9208857052_a4c5cf94df_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7341/9206074823_993b366daa_b.jpg

Now I just need to do some decent interior shots for you guys!

Wow! Amazing, I love those wheels, what are they?

[E_Rak]

Wow! Amazing, I love those wheels, what are they?

They look like VMR V710?

[danewilson77]

I will be rotating tires. In other words, removing wheels, cleaning them, putting on a coat of Rejex, then putting them back on.

Sent from my yet to be hacked GS3.

You go front to back?

[Imola.ZHP]

Pretty sure they are VMR V710's, same wheels I have, except in nicer condition ='-(

Great pics! Thanks for sharing!

PS, love the black mirror caps, I'm thinking about doing the same thing! Yours look to be "real" though and not plasti-dipped, did you just buy some black take-off's off of ebay or somewhere? Or painted yours yourself/had them done? I think I would prefer professionally painted (with clear coat) over plasti-dip as it would match the shadow line trim and tinted windows better.

[trancenation]

Very nice silver gray! Almost looks like a mirror finish haha.

[BCS_ZHP]

Yes, those are VMR 710s, Ben confirmed that in another thread.

[330i ZHP]

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r1_zps8ec793c7.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r5_zpsaf477781.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r4_zpsce89af90.jpg

[E_Rak]

Stu, can you provide any more info on that vent nav? Looks very trick!

[330i ZHP]

not nav sir - digital gauges

[Washburn]

Cleaned and 'refreshed' OEM all weather floor mats...

9346

[BCS_ZHP]

Had PDR done on the wagon today and then changed the oil @ 70,663. Brett is starting to show a shine to the touring but momma is shutting him down, she keeps calling it the grandpa-mobile...

[orange260z]

Just installed the Parrot/Connects 2 bluetooth system in the car. The mic is in the stock position in the console. I'm getting mixed comments on the sound quality so far, I may need to look into mic upgrades.

[Oli77]

not nav sir - digital gauges
Tell us more.

[328ioc]

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r1_zps8ec793c7.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r5_zpsaf477781.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/r4_zpsce89af90.jpg

God I wish M3 mirrors weren't such a PITA to retrofit.

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[330i ZHP]

I always loved the look of the VMR710s - a great copy of the HRE P40s but with a freaking reasonable price...

[Imola.ZHP]

I always loved the look of the VMR710s - a great copy of the HRE P40s but with a freaking reasonable price...

Exactly!

[cakM3]

Nothing like putting a good shine on my daily driver! :thumbsup

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/06/ybube6e2.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/06/jebazyby.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/06/9a9anu2y.jpg

Got the trunk, roof and rear quarter panels before I decided to quit for the day....damn, it's really hot and humid outside.....

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[illirep]

Cleaned and 'refreshed' OEM all weather floor mats...

9346

Those came out great. Is there a DIY on which products were used?

[Washburn]

First I just used a brush and got stones/sand etc out, then I sprayed some water and Auto Finesse Citrus and let the mats soak for about 10 min.
Then just sprayed with a garden hose with a nozzle head, and they were clean. dried them with a rag, and sprayed a TINY bit of 1Z Tiefenpfleger on them, and wiped off immediately with an MF towel, which gives it the dark, like-new look. That stuff has to be used sparingly, otherwise it will make the surface too slippery.

[BCS_ZHP]

Oil change on Preston's @ 89,627.

Also changed the tires on the garden utility cart that we drag behind the 4-wheeler, total PITA from finding the stupid tire size, to the price of these little tires, to the mounting these Chinese tires that did not want to seat to the rim bead. Finally done, added Slime for good measure. Then drug the cart around for 0.25 mile to evenly distribute the Slime per directions. Last, decided to explore the "woods" next to our property and buried the 4-wheeler, a couple hours later we got it out. Uggggh.

[danewilson77]

Sounds like, Ummm..... Fun. Yeah. Fun.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[BCS_ZHP]

Yeah, Preston & I were almost knee deep in the mud and we lifted each end of the 4-wheeler out to higher/dryer ground, then drove it out, hosed us down, cleaned the 4-wheeler, etc. 4-wheelers don't look like 500 lbs until you have to lift them, in 90 degree heat & 90% humidity no less. I have been humbled, think my yard 4-wheeler license might be in question...

[danewilson77]

Yeah, Preston & I were almost knee deep in the mud and we lifted each end of the 4-wheeler out to higher/dryer ground, then drove it out, hosed us down, cleaned the 4-wheeler, etc. 4-wheelers don't look like 500 lbs until you have to lift them, in 90 degree heat & 90% humidity no less. I have been humbled, think my yard 4-wheeler license might be in question...

:rofl

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[johnrando]

Ben, great pics, car looks beautiful.

[ELCID86]

Just got done with a wash and partial claying. Hoping to buf some tonight. Wowzer it's WARM out.

[BRGcoopahS]

Installed my new personal plates.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2864/9224168109_678669952b_b.jpg

[330i ZHP]

Out with the OLD

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/DSC05319.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo3_zps419be38a.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo3_zps765ea58a.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo4_zps676706f7.jpg


In with the NEW

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/STU_0051_zpsee53efe7.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo2_zps442e4cc2.jpg


I raised the rear of the car a little - the wheel was coming into contact with body with passengers in the car

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo5_zps5e7620da.jpg

[330i ZHP]

Installed my new personal plates.

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2864/9224168109_678669952b_b.jpg

good one

[cakM3]

Looks great Stuart!
:chuck

[BRGcoopahS]

That setup looks sick dude!

[trancenation]

Did some leather maintenance on a few of our cars. Excuse the dirtiness of the exterior!9395

[BavarianZHP]

Upgraded the DISA using the GAS kit, changed pulleys (just tensioner and idler, AC tensioner was fine!), changed belts, replaced RR midrange speaker (fried). The car drives much better with the new DISA, belts, and pulleys. My original DISA looked perfectly good though.

[trancenation]

Bav,

What prompted you to consider the retrofit kit? Did you suffer from any of the common symptoms or was this for a peace of mind? :p


Upgraded the DISA using the GAS kit, changed pulleys (just tensioner and idler, AC tensioner was fine!), changed belts, replaced RR midrange speaker (fried). The car drives much better with the new DISA, belts, and pulleys. My original DISA looked perfectly good though.

[BavarianZHP]

It was for the piece of mind. When I pulled my DISA, I found out that it didn't need replacing or had any signs of wear. I actually felt some remorse as I scrapped away the OEM rubber ring to replace it with the GAS o-ring. It was functioning perfectly. It was also fairly clean... However, I'm still very happy that I did it and would do it again if given the choice. The GAS kit is perfectly engineered and is in every way superior to the OEM design.

Even though the DISA looked fine, the car drives much better now. It's much smoother through the rpm band. This could've resulted from replacing the belts and pulleys, but she's driving like a dream now. I can't believe it made such a difference. My belts weren't too bad and only one pulley required replacing (I replaced two anyways). I'm running at 68k miles.

[trancenation]

That's good to know. Thanks Bav!

[Hermes]

bought these for the E21, from 02-03 WRX

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-36.jpg

[das boots]

Aha....now I know where your you are spending your funds.......LOL. Just make sure you have enough pocket change for the Oktoberfest.

[Hermes]

$32 from Ecology in Oceanside ;)

[das boots]

That is cheap for junk yard diving.

[cakM3]

Took the ///M out for a "rare" local BMW meet...

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/DSC_0150_zps8c0b10ec.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/DSC_0143_zps352ddd05.jpg

Caught someone looking at the ///M's phat azzzzz....;)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/DSC_0141_zps4066b634.jpg

[Avetiso]

Loving that front bumper, Charlie.

[cakM3]

Thanks Dario :thumbsup It's been work getting the ///M to where it is now :) Still more work to do though....

[bullfrogs_M3]

Gave her a good scrubbin today :)

[martin_85bg]

Got new Lungs for my baby bullet.
Feel so much difference in the throttle response and sound so mean, its like literally a got a compressor.

[Avetiso]

Nice, Martin. How much did that set you back?

[cakM3]

Martin, always good to get a new CAI for the bimmer...:thumbsup Looks great!

[BCS_ZHP]

Decided to look into the dead pixels on the e39. Bought some electrical contact cleaner, disassembled and used that stuff, it blackened out the whole instrument cluster. So guess I'm going to tackle this improvement/correction to, can't possibly sell the car if you can't see the mileage.

[E_Rak]

No worse feeling than creating work for yourself! :rofl

[martin_85bg]

Nice, Martin. How much did that set you back?

I got the one with the biggest oiled filter...wallet damage around 220 bux..but worthed every buck :)

CakM3 , thanks bro, feels great :cheers

[Avetiso]

I got the one with the biggest oiled filter...wallet damage around 220 bux..but worthed every buck :)

CakM3 , thanks bro, feels great :cheers
I'd advise switching to a dry filter. SO many people complain about MAF issues with oiled filters.

[cakM3]

As long as you have MAF cleaner this shouldn't be an issue. I've used oiled filters for the past 4 years now w/o any issues. :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

Decided to look into the dead pixels on the e39. Bought some electrical contact cleaner, disassembled and used that stuff, it blackened out the whole instrument cluster. So guess I'm going to tackle this improvement/correction to, can't possibly sell the car if you can't see the mileage.
Wow, that's wierd. Completely unexpected I'm sure. Sorry that happened.

[Hermes]

Decided to look into the dead pixels on the e39. Bought some electrical contact cleaner, disassembled and used that stuff, it blackened out the whole instrument cluster. So guess I'm going to tackle this improvement/correction to, can't possibly sell the car if you can't see the mileage.

here you go bud

PIXEL FIX DIY write up, about a 2 hour job and some patience (Long pic warning) (http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/543597)

or

Wondering why I'm up this late? PIXEL REPAIR. That's why. (http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/285208)

[das boots]

JP...that's great. But do you have the procedure on how to remove the cluster? You don't have to stay up late for this.....I can wait.

[Hermes]

Not sure, maybe Bruce can enlighten us. Those links are from E38.org so it should be the same fix for E39

Lawrence... Carl has brand new pixel displays, you just have to install it. I think he said $10

[martin_85bg]

I ve heard about the possibility of screwing my MAF but there is a big difference in the air flow with the dry one.
With the oiled filter is like 25% more air
How often do i have to clean the maf with the spray, so that wont happen ?

[das boots]

The problem is not the pixel. That has already been replaced by the d(st)ealer when under warranty. It is the lamp inside the cluster that lights up the mileage. Just a matter of lamp replacement.

Anybody have the procedure to remove the cluster on a E39?

That $10 offer is very tempting. But I will look him up on it when they go poof. I think I know where Carl stores them....is his attic storage still in there? LOL.

[Yass_ZHP]

Gave it a good wash and went on a sweet drive :) also, decided that Im gonna get a new paint job on the style 68 rims :cigar 9404

[fredo]

I bought a set of Michelins PS 3 for my Mini Cooper. Usually, I check Discount Tire or Tire Rack. This time I tried a local business and found a very good deal : saved $ 90 on this purchase. :biggrin

[Hermes]

That $10 offer is very tempting. But I will look him up on it when they go poof. I think I know where Carl stores them....is his attic storage still in there? LOL.

I think they're actually in the room in the far back ;)

[MiniD]

I just bought ZHP #3. Will pick it up Sunday!

[Avetiso]

I just bought ZHP #3. Will pick it up Sunday!
The one you showed me?

[Avetiso]

Also, for me, just talked to the guy who painted my car. He made some mistakes on the hood, and has agreed to repaint it ASAP. For free. Nice guy.

[MiniD]

The one you showed me?

Yessir.

[E_Rak]

I just bought ZHP #3. Will pick it up Sunday!

Congrats, can't wait to see some photos.

[danewilson77]

Congrats, can't wait to see some photos.

+1

[BCS_ZHP]

So replaced one bulb in the rear of the instrument cluster tonight and got everything back. But my dead pixels problem is now worse than before. Think I'm going to try the pleading with BMW NA customer service routine first and see if I can get a break on the cost of the part. If that doesn't work, then shipping it off to VDOrepair.com.

[das boots]

Do you have a proceedure on how to remove the cluster?

[Hermes]

Do you have a proceedure on how to remove the cluster?

http://www.vdorepair.com/Support/RRProcess/BMW/e39/Remove.aspx

[das boots]

http://www.vdorepair.com/Support/RRProcess/BMW/e39/Remove.aspx

I got that from your text. Thanks.

[TomTomTuning]

Installed front plate delete molding, new OEM carpets and replaced the driver side mirror glass with a new one, it had the brown crap on the bottom.

[Hermes]

I got that from your text. Thanks.

no problem, just wanted to make sure you saw it. The instructions look simple enough

[BCS_ZHP]

^that's the removal instruction I read before doing this.

So called BMWNA Customer Relations today, they took my info and said they'd look into it. Threads over on e38/39 forums have reported that BMWNA does offer some goodwill on this dead pixels repair, normally a heavily discounted instrument panel (in some cases the part is free) as long as you pay the 1 hour labor for install at your local dealer. I'd be game for that arrangement. I asked how they make a determination on these requests and he said it depends on each particular case, how long you've owned the vehicle, etc. Then he noticed from looking at my file that I was a multiple & repetitive BMW owner, and with that little bit of additional info known he said no promises but if they don't give me a break on this repair then they probably won't help anyone.

He also asked if I had any other questions so I asked about the dry rotting rubber around the side windows on one of our coupes, whined that the price for the part was way too high for something that never wears out on other cars of the same age, he promised to look into that one too. If I get any traction on this one, it'll set a precedent for others to follow with a request for some goodwill on the cost of the shadow line window trim.

[Avetiso]

Installed front plate delete molding, new OEM carpets and replaced the driver side mirror glass with a new one, it had the brown crap on the bottom.
Good stuff. The car looks so much better with front plate delete. Or Euro. But US plates are too thick IMO.

[TomTomTuning]

Good stuff. The car looks so much better with front plate delete. Or Euro. But US plates are too thick IMO.
I'm so glad that PA does not require a front plate.

Here's a photo, I just need to adjust the side moldings to eliminate those two gaps.

http://i.imgur.com/3bdAFOB.jpg

[Avetiso]

I'm so glad that PA does not require a front plate.

Here's a photo, I just need to adjust the side moldings to eliminate those two gaps.

http://i.imgur.com/3bdAFOB.jpg
CA "requires" front plates, but they usually only enforce it on JDM (lots of ricers here in Sacramento) because many of them act stupid on the road or have illegal/stolen parts. Cops don't usually bug Euro owners about it. I've had mine on for months and never got a second glance from any cops.

[Stigissimo]

Got back from Mexico last night, drove my baby hard today on the way to work. It was good.

[fredo]

I'm sure you missed the ZHP. What part in Mexico ?

[E_Rak]

Hope you had a good trip Nic, let's get out to Turner this week!

[Hermes]

new mirrors housings painted:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/null-3.jpg

will need to order the actual mirrors, will be getting the convex "no-blind-spot" kind

-----

also, the new wheels for the E21 have returned from powdercoating
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-38.jpg

will try to get some tires tomorrow so I can put them on the car

[Chad44]

new mirrors housings painted:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/null-3.jpg

will need to order the actual mirrors, will be getting the convex "no-blind-spot" kind

That's the way to go with an Imola car... Just looks soooo right.

[Johal E32]

new mirrors housings painted:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/null-3.jpg

will need to order the actual mirrors, will be getting the convex "no-blind-spot" kind

-----

also, the new wheels for the E21 have returned from powdercoating
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-38.jpg

will try to get some tires tomorrow so I can put them on the car

Nice! Wheels look great!

I want some E46 M3 sooo badly for my car.

[Avetiso]

Those mirrors look really sexy. So sleek.

[330i ZHP]

Decided to look into the dead pixels on the e39. Bought some electrical contact cleaner, disassembled and used that stuff, it blackened out the whole instrument cluster. So guess I'm going to tackle this improvement/correction to, can't possibly sell the car if you can't see the mileage.

sorry to hear the pixel issue is being such a hassle

[328ioc]

I got my new Gilmour foam gun in the mail yesterday and tested it out.

You could have a serious foam party with the stuff this thing throws out.

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[das boots]

^that's the removal instruction I read before doing this.

So called BMWNA Customer Relations today, they took my info and said they'd look into it. Threads over on e38/39 forums have reported that BMWNA does offer some goodwill on this dead pixels repair, normally a heavily discounted instrument panel (in some cases the part is free) as long as you pay the 1 hour labor for install at your local dealer. I'd be game for that arrangement. I asked how they make a determination on these requests and he said it depends on each particular case, how long you've owned the vehicle, etc. Then he noticed from looking at my file that I was a multiple & repetitive BMW owner, and with that little bit of additional info known he said no promises but if they don't give me a break on this repair then they probably won't help anyone.

He also asked if I had any other questions so I asked about the dry rotting rubber around the side windows on one of our coupes, whined that the price for the part was way too high for something that never wears out on other cars of the same age, he promised to look into that one too. If I get any traction on this one, it'll set a precedent for others to follow with a request for some goodwill on the cost of the shadow line window trim.

Hmmm....I know of the dry rotting rubber molds around the windshield for the E39s. Never notice anything...yet on the side windows. Will keep an eye on them.

[Hermes]

I think he's talking about rear windows on an E46 coupe

[johnrando]

Looks great JP!

[Stigissimo]

Fredo:

We stayed at the Grand Mayan in the Mayan Reviera near Cancun. It was just awesome. But I did miss the ZHP :(

[das boots]

I think he's talking about rear windows on an E46 coupe

Okee-Dokee

[cakM3]

Can't wait to see those new mirror housings mounted on your ZHP JP! Going to look perfect! :thumbsup

[zhp43867]

Well I met Bruce and Preston last night.

What I did for *my* ZHP is think about getting another one that looks nearly the same as my old one. :p

It's between that, an E46 M3 convertible and an F30 328i M-Sport. :scratchinghead

[Hermes]

Thanks everybody!

Well, unfortunately the 320 took a dump on me this morning. A 30+ year old coolant hose cracked and I started seeing steam come from under the hood.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-39.jpg

luckily for me it happened as I pulled up to Carl's shop. He has one in stock so I'll be back in business later today

[TomTomTuning]

I just placed an order with CobyWheel, I went with OEM Alcantara Grey w/ Black stitching but I'm debating about emailing them and doing to tri-switch...
However my shift boots are in great shape though, so that's why originally I figured the black switching was a better idea.

MrMaico's photo...
http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-333Ci/IMG7761/1191149041_6MPcS-XL.jpg

[Avetiso]

I'm gonna get wheel and boots right away when I order. Black looks so much better, IMO, and so does Tri-Stitch.

[TomTomTuning]

Opps thought this was the what did you buy today thread.. My bad... lol

The black & Tri-Stitch looks great, I agree. I think I'll stick with the OEM though,
I dont really want to replace my boots.

[E_Rak]

The tri-stitch is a classic look, but I think that gray stitch is very nice as well. Hard to go wrong with a Coby wrap..

[Stigissimo]

I recently bought a cobywheel.. decided to get tri-stitch and new boots as well. If you want a more subtle tri-stitch, do the red-navy-blue instead of red-royal-blue. The royal purple center stitch really makes it stand out (which is awesome) but the navy stitch (which I got) tones it down a little.

[TomTomTuning]

Agh, I'm still not sure what to get... I was set on OEM w/ Black but now I'm really thinking about the tri-stitch and getting new boots....

And OEM Grey or BLACK??? :(

DAMN YOU ALL!! LOL

[Washburn]

2 bottles of Techron Concentrate (BOGO at AAP) :) and a tank of Shell 93

[Avetiso]

Agh, I'm still not sure what to get... I was set on OEM w/ Black but now I'm really thinking about the tri-stitch and getting new boots....

And OEM Grey or BLACK??? :(

DAMN YOU ALL!! LOL

Welcome to ZHP Mafia. :grouphug

[Johal E32]

Agh, I'm still not sure what to get... I was set on OEM w/ Black but now I'm really thinking about the tri-stitch and getting new boots....

And OEM Grey or BLACK??? :(

DAMN YOU ALL!! LOL

OEM gray with black stitching would look sick

[danewilson77]

Oil change with 7 quarts of M1 0W-40.

Dip checked tranny and diff fluids as well.

[TomTomTuning]

Mann Filter Air Filter
Mann Filter Cabin Air Filter
NGK Laser Platinum Spark Plug (BKR6EQUP)
Mahle Fuel Filter
Oil change with OEM Oil & Filter
New A/C Belt

State Inspection and Emissions.

[danewilson77]

Mann Filter Air Filter
Mann Filter Cabin Air Filter
NGK Laser Platinum Spark Plug (BKR6EQUP)
Mahle Fuel Filter
Oil change with OEM Oil & Filter
New A/C Belt

State Inspection and Emissions.

Good stuff Tom.

[Vas]

Ziptied the foglight and foglight trim.

[Johal E32]

Washed. Waxed. Vacuumed the interior. Wiped down the interior. Then I did a muffler delete :shift

[Hermes]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-42.jpg

BAM!

[danewilson77]

Looking good JP.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[das boots]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-42.jpg

BAM!

Would that be your ride to Oktoberfest?

[Crickett]

Agh, I'm still not sure what to get... I was set on OEM w/ Black but now I'm really thinking about the tri-stitch and getting new boots....

And OEM Grey or BLACK??? :(

DAMN YOU ALL!! LOL

My OE leather wheel has the tri-stitch & I'm dead-set against anything else! Now, OEM gray Alcantara or black . . . I still haven't decided, either!!


http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-42.jpg

BAM!

Now that's a good-lookin' E21! :applause

As for me, I finally got my garage cleaned out enough to get the ZHP back inside! No more baking in the 110°+ sun! :roundel

[Hermes]

Looking good JP.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

Thank you DW!


Would that be your ride to Oktoberfest?

hahaha, I wish but don't think it could handle that trip yet. Once I get around to a 6 cylinder swap then road trips will be in the picture


Now that's a good-lookin' E21! :applause

Thank you Travis!

[Johal E32]

Looks sick!

[Avetiso]

Washed. Waxed. Vacuumed the interior. Wiped down the interior. Then I did a muffler delete :shift

Vids or ban.

[trancenation]

Looking good JP. The car looks cleaner than new!

Btw that's a nice touring in the background. Was it a tii?


http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-42.jpg

BAM!

[Imola.ZHP]

Moved her out of the garage just before this broke...

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/1002295_10200259643401374_1949228850_n.jpg

Ah, the joys of home ownership. They don't seem too expensive on Amazon.com, but I'm not sure if I'm up to installing it. Everything I've read online says its kind of dangerous.

Then blasted down to the inlaws for drinks and dinner, curvy back roads in Northern Mississippi were decent, and the one turn I took a little too quick (IMO) was nothing for the car, thats the 1,987,654 time this car has saved my @$$.

[Johal E32]

Moved her out of the garage just before this broke...

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/1002295_10200259643401374_1949228850_n.jpg

Ah, the joys of home ownership. They don't seem too expensive on Amazon.com, but I'm not sure if I'm up to installing it. Everything I've read online says its kind of dangerous.

Then blasted down to the inlaws for drinks and dinner, curvy back roads in Northern Mississippi were decent, and the one turn I took a little too quick (IMO) was nothing for the car, thats the 1,987,654 time this car has saved my @$$.

Happened to our family before. Just pay for a repair man to fix it, it is dangerous..

[Johal E32]

Vids or ban.

Maybe tomorrow haha.

[Imola.ZHP]

Happened to our family before. Just pay for a repair man to fix it, it is dangerous..

Agreed, watched a few video's and although I am very capable, this kind of scares me. I'll order the part and schedule an installer.

[Hermes]

Looks sick!


Looking good JP. The car looks cleaner than new!

Btw that's a nice touring in the background. Was it a tii?

Thanks guys!

As for Amy's touring, yes it is a tii. The blue one just up and to it's left is a tii as well

[johnrando]

Oh man JP, that's really looking good!

[BCS_ZHP]

So replaced one bulb in the rear of the instrument cluster tonight and got everything back. But my dead pixels problem is now worse than before. Think I'm going to try the pleading with BMW NA customer service routine first and see if I can get a break on the cost of the part. If that doesn't work, then shipping it off to VDOrepair.com.

BMW USA customer service FTW! They called today and will cover the $550 instrument panel cluster for free, I need to cover the labor to install, I should have this fixed for under 2 C notes. Appt scheduled for next week so will be ready for Bimmerfest East.

[jgt_zhp]

Just used the convenient affiliate link to order WeatherTech floor liners for my ZHP. I'm working in a kitchen these days, and there's often an interesting assortment of various things stuck to my shoes at the end of the night

[bullfrogs_M3]

Jeff, your signature almost looks......orange? Or is it just me

[Stu]

Safelite came to fix the moulding popping up on my windshield. They said the factory uses an adhesive to keep it down, and mine just didn't have it. He fixed it, and I noticed the adhesive he used is a weird goopy kind of stuff that doesn't seem to harm paint. It's really odd. Never seen anything like it before. I saw some adhesive slightly sticking out (of course), so I used one of my non-marring pry tools to get rid of the excess. It came off really easily, yet was really sticky.

I'd like to know what it was, because it can come in handy in a lot of areas. He did mention it was made by 3M.

[cakM3]

I got the following for both my cars and myself today ;)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/13/e5u2umu8.jpg

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[Avetiso]

Nice!

[danewilson77]

Just used the convenient affiliate link to order WeatherTech floor liners for my ZHP. I'm working in a kitchen these days, and there's often an interesting assortment of various things stuck to my shoes at the end of the night

Thanks!

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[TomTomTuning]

I got the following for both my cars and myself today ;)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/13/e5u2umu8.jpg

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NICE!

Where did you order the frame and valve caps? I'm getting ready to order those my self.

Details on the rest of the stuff? I cant tell what the bottels and the item on the bottom left is.

[cakM3]

NICE!

Where did you order the frame and valve caps? I'm getting ready to order those my self.

Details on the rest of the stuff? I cant tell what the bottels and the item on the bottom left is.

I got everything from my local dealership. The bottles are wheel cleaner for both cars. I was planning to change out the BMW license plate bracket on the ///M for the ///M license plate bracket. :)

[TomTomTuning]

Gotcha.

Hmm would it be wrong for a ZHP to have a ///M license plate frame? lol :)

[danewilson77]

Gotcha.

Hmm would it be wrong for a ZHP to have a ///M license plate frame? lol :)

Your car but I wouldn't recommend it.

You definitely won't catch shit for it here though.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[TomTomTuning]

Your car but I wouldn't recommend it.

You definitely won't catch shit for it here though.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA
I figured since the car has the ///M badge every where else, it wouldn't hurt to have it on the license plate frame LOL.
My CSL reps even have the M badges on them. ;)

[danewilson77]

I figured since the car has the ///M badge every where else, it wouldn't hurt to have it on the license plate frame LOL.
My CSL reps even have the M badges on them. ;)

Right. There are many ///M's on a zhp.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[zhpnsnv]

Gotcha.

Hmm would it be wrong for a ZHP to have a ///M license plate frame? lol :)

I had it. Liked it. Opted against it for my next car, but that's just because the ZHP is more not special. Hehehe
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a107/mbcoops/8C5EC047-A4C7-4270-BD2D-464FA5604E8A-11283-00000EB7AEF59D2E.jpg

[niart906]

Finally found time to pickup my newly repainted side skirts today. My car looks like a 4X4 without them.

[johnrando]

ZHP 4x4 FTW!

[danewilson77]

Painted my engine bay side rails (scratched by bra she used to wear) and under hood (portions under heat shield/sound insulation that were unpainted) today.

Product used Imola matched.


http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674072321.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674072321.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674125278.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674125278.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674152471.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674152471.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674234773.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maint%20and%20Misc%20II/PicsArt_1373674234773.jpg.html)

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[johnrando]

Oh yeah! :like

[Avetiso]

Moved my seat. Airbag light went off. Shit.