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

[danewilson77]

Moved it how?

[Avetiso]

Moved it how?

Well, Indy moved it forward when he got in ( he's much shorter than me ) and that tripped it. He reset it, but it came back again this morning.

[danewilson77]

Mmm....that's weird. Take it back and have him give you the code. That will tell you if it's the seat belt tensioner, switch, etc...

[Stu]

Washed, detail spray, carnauba wax, cleaned out the inside. It's looking goooooooooooood :) 2 hour endeavor, but it's always so fun to do. Can't wait to get an orbital buffer, clay bar, and really detail the car this summer.

[cakM3]

I parked my ZHP on "BMW DR" today... even took pics :)

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[TomTomTuning]

30% chance of rain but I still washed the car today...

The front wheels get dirty so fast, the brake pads are fairly new but I'm really contemplating replacing them with something that does not produce a lot of brake dust.

I also detailed the interior. However I have to wait for an extra hot day to condition (Leatherique) the seats, so I'll do that on Tuesday when it's 93 degrees.

[danewilson77]

30% chance of rain but I still washed the car today...

The front wheels get dirty so fast, the brake pads are fairly new but I'm really contemplating replacing them with something that does not produce a lot of brake dust.

I also detailed the interior. However I have to wait for an extra hot day to condition (Leatherique) the seats, so I'll do that on Tuesday when it's 93 degrees.

Like a Mafioso!

[ELCID86]

The front wheels get dirty so fast, the brake pads are fairly new but I'm really contemplating replacing them with something that does not produce a lot of brake dust.

I have the same issue with my backs ones. Not sure what the PO put on there.


Shawn in VA.
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[TomTomTuning]

I have the same issue with my backs ones. Not sure what the PO put on there.


Shawn in VA.
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My rears are okay but the friends get filthy in only a day or two... A week and the wheels are completely brown...
I didn't take any before photos but I will later this week.

Any suggestions on low brake dust pads that don't sacrifice braking performance?
I did some searching and I keep seeing Axxis pads recommended.

[BCS_ZHP]

I've been using StopTech slotted & drilled rotors with Centirx ceramic pads on all of our BMWs and we've had maybe a couple Roundel cars over the last 5 years (LOL, more like 15), great stopping power and low low dust. In fact had the wife's x5 brakes done under warranty at the dealer a couple months ago and as soon as I got it home I changed the pads to Centrix ceramics. My opinion, you need the S&D rotors to get the ceramics to bite well, but we tend to brake a bit more aggressively in my family, especially my boss (wife) does. I get my brake kits from a member here, Ray (SmileyZ) hit him up and he'll take care of you. His website is brakeyourself.com but Ray beats the heck out of those price for Mafia members.

[saace7]

Changed Oil and filter. Also gave her a nice bath!

[johnrando]

Charlie, that pic is win!

[TomTomTuning]

I've been using StopTech slotted & drilled rotors with Centirx ceramic pads on all of our BMWs and we've had maybe a couple Roundel cars over the last 5 years (LOL, more like 15), great stopping power and low low dust. In fact had the wife's x5 brakes done under warranty at the dealer a couple months ago and as soon as I got it home I changed the pads to Centrix ceramics. My opinion, you need the S&D rotors to get the ceramics to bite well, but we tend to brake a bit more aggressively in my family, especially my boss (wife) does. I get my brake kits from a member here, Ray (SmileyZ) hit him up and he'll take care of you. His website is brakeyourself.com but Ray beats the heck out of those price for Mafia members.
I've known Ray for years, I'll hit him up and order some new pads. My car had slotted rotors, hopefully that's enough... ;)


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[ELCID86]

I'm considering this. http://www.detailedimage.com/Poorboys-World-M1/Wheel-Sealant-P40/8-oz-S1/


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[cakM3]

I cleaned wheels on both my cars this morning using BMW wheel cleaner. Mounted my ///M license plate bracket on the ///M, then went inside to cool off. Its another hot and humid day outside....

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[danewilson77]

I cleaned wheels on both my cars this morning using BMW wheel cleaner. Mounted my ///M license plate bracket on the ///M, then went inside to cool off. Its another hot and humid day outside....

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Charlie, do you use any wax on your wheels?

[cakM3]

Charlie, do you use any wax on your wheels?

Rejex...

Right now it's just too hot outside for me to apply Rejex to my wheels. Not taking chances with my blood pressure...not after what I went thru last weekend...

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[danewilson77]

OK. Just curious. Thanks. Take it easy brutha.

[cakM3]

OK. Just curious. Thanks. Take it easy brutha.

Thanks Dane!


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[fredo]

I'm considering this. http://www.detailedimage.com/Poorboys-World-M1/Wheel-Sealant-P40/8-oz-S1/


I got the same wheel wax 2 years ago. Didn't have chance to use it until last week. Since it was stored in my hot garage (TX), half of it was gone ! Other than that, I'm very happy with the results.

[TomTomTuning]

I was reading reviews on A few different wheel waxes and they said it makes the wheels look puurrty but doesn't help keep brake dust off. Is this true?

[Avetiso]

It will help when washing, i.e. easier to take off. I've never heard that it keeps dust off the wheel, though.

[330i ZHP]

I finally picked up the car on Saturday and I am now back to working on this project:


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[niart906]

^LED headlight conversion? Looks awesome!!


Took the M3 to a cars and coffee meet this morning down in Bethlehem, PA. Saw this nice Imola ZHP there, this guy must drive his car hard. Look at the heat cycles on that tire...

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/DSC_0082.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/DSC_0082.jpg.html)

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/DSC_0083.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/DSC_0083.jpg.html)

Dat Jet Black M3... :drool
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/DSC_0022.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/DSC_0022.jpg.html)

Also ran into my friend from an AutoX a while back. Gotta love his license plate. BTW, beat him by 2 tenths of a second that day. :biggrin
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/DSC_0052.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/DSC_0052.jpg.html)


Tons more pics here: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?p=15570134&posted=1#post15570134

[Avetiso]

:rofl at the Mustang plate. I love Ford, but until they do good for that suspension of theirs, ///M's will keep up.

On another note, if that's a 5.0, sorry, but, 5.0 V8 > S54 in my book. :) Not that I wouldn't drool all over myself if I could have an S54 in my ZHP. :drool

[niart906]

:rofl at the Mustang plate. I love Ford, but until they do good for that suspension of theirs, ///M's will keep up.

On another note, if that's a 5.0, sorry, but, 5.0 V8 > S54 in my book. :) Not that I wouldn't drool all over myself if I could have an S54 in my ZHP. :drool

It was a 5.0, and he was lowered on Koni Yellows. K&N cold air intake and a Flowmaster rear section. It sounded amazing and was crazy fast down the main straight of the course. But I must have caught him in the corners. ///M suspension FTW!! :headbang

As it turns out this kid's dad was a BMW tech his whole life and bought an E92 M3 when he retired. He said his dad kicked him out of the garage when he saw the plate. LMAO

[az3579]

Hell yeah, Stuart! LED headlights are the most bauce thing on the new cars... :drool

Today I took "best four-door" award at our CCA Chapter's show & shine / picnic event. That was a little surprising. Other winners were an E30 M3 (best two door, this thing is cherry - we drove home together) and a Z3 M Coupe (heavily modified - won the "Best in Show").

[danewilson77]

Hell yeah, Stuart! LED headlights are the most bauce thing on the new cars... :drool

Today I took "best four-door" award at our CCA Chapter's show & shine / picnic event. That was a little surprising. Other winners were an E30 M3 (best two door, this thing is cherry - we drove home together) and a Z3 M Coupe (heavily modified - won the "Best in Show").

And go figure.... No pics.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[330i ZHP]

I just plugged in the left headlight, the angel eyes, the low beams and the side marker works. As you said, no highbeams and I didn’t test the adaptive function.

[330i ZHP]

LED angels compared to regular angel eyes

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/photo2_zps4d6f1235.jpg

Angels alone

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/photo1_zps4532ab11.jpg

Low beam

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/photo4_zps4304108b.jpg

[BCS_ZHP]

Stuart,
Sux it isn't just plug & play, know you've been scouring the coding lately, hope you get it all figured out. Looks amazing!

[330i ZHP]

I need to change the VO/FA to include the option and then do a few mods in the CAS and FRM modules

I will have everything done and coded by Monday night - along with reprogramming the trailer module and the DVD player (with DVD in motion)

[BCS_ZHP]

Lost me with the acronyms, I think you meant you have it in hand.

[Hermes]

I spent all day shampooing the E21 carpets... so nasty after almost 32 years. Will probably do it again but have other projects to deal with first. Still, it's a lot cleaner and smells better than it did before.

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[330i ZHP]

cleaned up nice

[Hermes]

Thanks! I'll most likely order a carpet kit and redo them eventually, but this is good enough for now since 90% of it is hidden by floormats and the seats. Honestly, just to be rid of the "old" smell was worth the effort.

[BavarianZHP]

Took her and some friends to a day hike. Man, the 2 mile road to the trailhead was sh*t. Gravel, pot holes and everything. Needless to say, I took it very slowly. On the way there a homeless guy saw my car, pointed it at, and gave me a thumbs up (no he was not hitch hiking!). It doesn't matter who you are, what education you have... Everyone appreciates beauty when they see it. :cool

[Stigissimo]

If I was to be asked "Nic, did you spend 13 hours today detailing your car?" the answer would be yes. Yes I did. Glad I'm not married because if I was she'd probably have a problem with that.

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/35C1AADB-90F0-4874-BB48-E828EC5470D8-1157-000001DB86D05D14_zpseba095ce.jpg?t=1373865718

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[az3579]

If I was to be asked "Nic, did you spend 13 hours today detailing your car?" the answer would be yes. Yes I did. Glad I'm not married because if I was she'd probably have a problem with that.

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/35C1AADB-90F0-4874-BB48-E828EC5470D8-1157-000001DB86D05D14_zpseba095ce.jpg?t=1373865718

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http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/A562C111-4E72-4218-AED9-51CAC63C7680-1157-000001DBB5044C39_zps3308673d.jpg?t=1373865879

Being single FTMFW.

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[das boots]

Took her and some friends to a day hike. Man, the 2 mile road to the trailhead was sh*t. Gravel, pot holes and everything. Needless to say, I took it very slowly.

Same thing happens when I do go to one of the outdoor shooting ranges here.

[E_Rak]

Looks great Nic... arms numb from that DA? haha

[Yass_ZHP]

If I was to be asked "Nic, did you spend 13 hours today detailing your car?" the answer would be yes. Yes I did. Glad I'm not married because if I was she'd probably have a problem with that.

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/35C1AADB-90F0-4874-BB48-E828EC5470D8-1157-000001DB86D05D14_zpseba095ce.jpg?t=1373865718

http://i1360.photobucket.com/albums/r651/NicolasScottAndre/CD238C68-D158-4135-BD56-36C183C757B0-1157-000001DB97422FED_zpsb93616df.jpg?t=1373865793

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Nice!! Time well spent! :applause :roundel

[Stigissimo]

Looks great Nic... arms numb from that DA? haha


Yeah this is a picture taken of me shortly after using it.

http://www.ironmagazine.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/greg-valentino1.jpg

[TomTomTuning]

Went and picked up a Mother's Clay Bar kit and removed the road paint on the sides of my car, worked like a charm.
Now I just need to clean the wheel well's.

[johnrando]

Congrats BP!
Nice work Stuart, Nic, JP.

[Hermes]

Stuart's LED conversion got me thinking about the terrible sealed beams on the E21... so I bought a set of E30 US Ellipsoids that I will be retrofitting to my headlight buckets. Thinking about doing smoked low beams, and frenched high beam with crosshairs.

kinda like this but with a yellow high beam reflector, and no city light above the low beam lens since the set I bought are US not Euro

http://www.r3vlimited.com/gallery/files/7/4/7/5/cc1.jpg

[cakM3]

I swapped places with my cars today and tucked the ZHP inside the garage for a few days. The ///M is out to play...;)

[fredo]

If I was to be asked "Nic, did you spend 13 hours today detailing your car?" the answer would be yes. Yes I did. Glad I'm not married because if I was she'd probably have a problem with that.

Man, you are among the fortunate ones. I'm lucky to find time to wash my car. Detail is out of the picture.

[330i ZHP]

new headlights installed and working - just need to code the adaptive control and activate the high beams

[cakM3]

that's awesome Stu! :thumbsup

[az3579]

Currently spraying a spare broken dash trim piece as a test for a future silver cube refresh project.

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[BavarianZHP]

Currently spraying a spare broken dash trim piece as a test for a future silver cube refresh project.

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Pics my man. Pics!

[Yass_ZHP]

I got my rims fixed and painted on a Silver Grey over the weekend, couldnt wait to go get it today afterwork :roundel love the new rims color :wub

[jgt_zhp]

Those wheels look great!! Congrats

[illirep]

I love the silver gray finish on wheels. I've thought about getting a set if 135's powder coated in silver gray!

[Avetiso]

Looks a little darker than silver gray. Looks fantastic, though.

[TomTomTuning]

Uninstalled my steering wheel in anticipation for my CobyWheel to arrive... I have to leave for work at 2:30pm (2nd shift) and it hasn't gotten here yet... 1hr & 10mins left! Lol

I wonder if it would be okay to just put the wheel and main nut back and drive it?


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[Vas]

Currently spraying a spare broken dash trim piece as a test for a future silver cube refresh project.

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if you are interested in more silver cube pieces, I have some for sale.

[danewilson77]

Uninstalled my steering wheel in anticipation for my CobyWheel to arrive... I have to leave for work at 2:30pm (2nd shift) and it hasn't gotten here yet... 1hr & 10mins left! Lol

I wonder if it would be okay to just put the wheel and main nut back and drive it?


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No. You will trip SRS light because airbag module won't be plugged in.

[Stigissimo]

And SRS light = not cool


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[jgt_zhp]

Not the most glamorous accessory on the list, but these giant "floor condoms" from WeatherTech are definitely the height of protective technology. I'm pretty sure the passenger side one could double as a nice beverage cooler - looks like it will hold a case and a half + a bag of ice.

And I'm not suggesting its a little warm and muggy in Kansas City today, but when you end up drenched in sweat from installing two floor mats, either the heat index is getting up there, or you should be worried about malaria, or some similar plague

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/17/y6a9a6ag.jpg

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[Vas]

Those are the same ones I have and they are great.

[Stigissimo]

good looks Jeff. WeatherTech is awesome.

[E_Rak]

Wow those look great! perfect fit. How do you like that cupholder?

[jgt_zhp]

Wow those look great! perfect fit. How do you like that cupholder?

I really like them. It's nice to keep the giant iced coffees out of the way of the shifter


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[TomTomTuning]

Decided to take the day off today.

The steering wheel still hasn't arrived yet but in the mean time since it's 95+ degrees out, I decided to leatherique the interior.
Unfortunately I did not take an before photos, today was the Rejuvenation oil and tomorrow I'll do the Pristine Clean part.

[az3579]

if you are interested in more silver cube pieces, I have some for sale.

Do you have the passenger dash piece???
I'm in a bind at the moment so I don't know if I can purchase it yet.

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[danewilson77]

Those are the same ones I have and they are great.

Have them as well.

[TomTomTuning]

I was thinking about ordering a set of those WeatherTech's for winter time, keep the snow off my floors.
Did you have to remove the OEM floor mats to install these?

WeatherTech makes a trunk mat as well, right?

[danewilson77]

I was thinking about ordering a set of those WeatherTech's for winter time, keep the snow off my floors.
Did you have to remove the OEM floor mats to install these?

WeatherTech makes a trunk mat as well, right?

If you want to use the anchors, yes.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Avetiso]

Changed the oil and filter.

[az3579]

Finished refreshing my silver cube trim. The trim is now the color of brand new silver cube, which is darker, and mine now has very slight metallic flakes. Will post pics when I get time in natural daylight. Looks beautiful!

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[BavarianZHP]

Finished refreshing my silver cube trim. The trim is now the color of brand new silver cube, which is darker, and mine now has very slight metallic flakes. Will post pics when I get time in natural daylight. Looks beautiful!

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I've been wanting to do this.... Pics, pics, pics, pics, pics!!!! DIY process too please!!!!

[az3579]

I've been wanting to do this.... Pics, pics, pics, pics, pics!!!! DIY process too please!!!!

I didn't take pics during the process because of the quickly fading light outside. I will, however, link you to my other DIY, PlastiDipping your trim, as the process is similar. I will include extra steps since we're using paint this time around, which requires more prep.

Pics to come of the final product...

[Avetiso]

Finally fixed my middle brake light rattle.

[static667]

Changed out my expansion tank because the stupid bottom o-rings were leaking. Found traces of oil in my coolant. I hate my vehicular luck. That is all.

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[TomTomTuning]

Installed a eBay E92 style shark fin but I'm not really liking it... So It's probably coming off soon, I'll give it a couple days to see if I change my mind.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=9515&d=1374100221

[Imola.ZHP]

Got her back in the garage last night, garage door spring broke last Thursday night. I was set on paying someone to install them, but after watching a few "good" video's, I realized I could take my time and do it myself. Something satisfying about doing a job yourself and saving $$, I'm sure it would have been at least $250 if I had called a garage door company. $85 shipped for the parts and I did it myself.

[Avetiso]

Ahem. Gonna need more pics than that.

[TomTomTuning]

Ahem. Gonna need more pics than that.
Of my shark fin or Marcus's garage door? lol

If my shark fin, I had a few more photos in my mod/ledger thread: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?10430-Tom-s-Black-Sapphire-ZHP-Maintenance-amp-Mod-Ledger&p=284177#post284177
I'll take better photos tomorrow.

[Imola.ZHP]

Of my shark fin or Marcus's garage door? lol


lol, no one wants to see my garage door

[TomTomTuning]

lol, no one wants to see my garage door
LOL, speaking of... Doesn't it feel great when you fix something your self?

[cakM3]

Changed out my expansion tank because the stupid bottom o-rings were leaking. Found traces of oil in my coolant. I hate my vehicular luck. That is all.

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Sorry to hear that Kyle! Hope things will work out for you my friend!

Today I refreshed my monochrome (black/frozen grey) hood roundel overlay. The black overlays were beginning to peal off so I changed them out. Looks so much better now :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

Dropped her off to get the hood repainted today.

[Crickett]

Finally replaced my front passenger's side window regulator! Ordered one from Dorman on Amazon (forgot to use the affiliate link :facepalm); definitely felt like a good-quality piece, & my window operation is silky smooth once again!

[Daddyoh]

Installed Orion V2 AE's on my ZHP (amber) and Kaylor's 330xi (standard white). Lovin' the remote trigger.
JIT for BFE...Oh yeah!

[das boots]

Finally replaced my front passenger's side window regulator! Ordered one from Dorman on Amazon (forgot to use the affiliate link :facepalm); definitely felt like a good-quality piece, & my window operation is silky smooth once again!

Is there a part in Amazon when ordering to use an affiliated link? I never noticed this before. Have been ordering from Amazon quite a lot lately.

[danewilson77]

Lawrence,

This is a link to ALL of our affiliates. If you simply click on the Amazon link, then order your wares, the site will receive a small commision.

ZHPMafia.com Affiliates (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?229-List-of-Affiliate-Advertisers-at-ZHP-Mafia)

[das boots]

I still don't get it....I'm kinda slow. I have to use this link provided in order for the Mafia to get a commission? I cannot then use my desktop favorites Amazon link?

[BCS_ZHP]

You need to launch into Amazon while on our site using our link and then it gives this site the credit for sending you to buy something

[das boots]

Aha......Okay. I have now added to my favorites the link. As long as I do not forget this route. Thanks.

[fredo]

Using the amazon link on your favorites list won't help the Mafia to get a commission.

Edit : since you added the mafia amazon link to your favorite list, we are in good shape now.

[danewilson77]

http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

The above is the coding you should see for us to receive a commsion.

You can see this coding as well, if you hover your cursor over the affiliate link and look at the bottom of your screen.

[Imola.ZHP]

LOL, speaking of... Doesn't it feel great when you fix something your self?

Amazing! I grew up in a very modest income household, we always fixed things ourselves (or attempted to). I didn't know it until I was older, but my parents basically "flipped" a house as we lived in it, then did a second one after I had already moved out (but I still helped). I flipped my first house as well, and bought my current house in mid-flip.

Why pay someone to do something you are every bit capable of doing?

[ELCID86]

To the shop to find the slow air leak in right rear rubber.

[saace7]

Got my baby out the body shop today.

Had my bumper and headlights realigned because they were not even. Now they are. (poor repair from PO body shop)
Passenger side strut tower was mushroomed about 20-40%. Fixed
Had a developing crack in the passenger fender well. I believe it was caused by the incident it was in. Re-welded, reinforced, and sealed. Fixed.
Had strut tower reinforcement plates installed on both struts.
Also had new splash guard installed because the other one was broken.

Set me back $495, but honestly every penny was worth it.

[BCS_ZHP]

Got a new instrument gauge cluster installed on the e39 wagon, parts courtesy of BMW NA. Now I'll know what the little message screen at the bottom is trying to display.

[Yass_ZHP]

http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

The above is the coding you should see for us to receive a commsion.

You can see this coding as well, if you hover your cursor over the affiliate link and look at the bottom of your screen.

Good to know!! I get pretty much all my parts from amazon, considering down here there arent many options...

[TomTomTuning]

Washed the car and then got a few things done today.

First off, holy shit does Sonax wheel cleaner work! I didn't even have to scrub the wheels...

- Rear bumper valance wrapped.
- Headlight bezel wrapped.
- Lamin-x headlights
- Small ZHP emblems installer.
- Bimmian mobile device mount installed.

* I'm not sure if I'm keeping the emblems, perhaps I should have gotten bigger ones so I could out them on the left. What do you all think?
* I'm pretty happy with the rear bumper valance and head light bezels. It's a bit ricey but it's subtle. Lol
* The Bimmian mount definitely causes my trim to be loose

Sorry for the crappy phone pics...
http://i.imgur.com/S9yx8R0.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/z03QwZK.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/64dTaW8.jpg

[ELCID86]

I love that Mount. Wish they didn't charge so much for S/H ( and that I didn't leave it in the coupe I sold).


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

[ELCID86]

To the shop to find the slow air leak in right rear rubber.

No leak found. They put in a new valve stem and some bead sealer. Wait and see... No charge though!


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

[danewilson77]

Tom,

It looks as if you were able to fully seat the center trim piece with the Bimmian mount? True?

[ELCID86]

* I'm not sure if I'm keeping the emblems, perhaps I should have gotten bigger ones so I could out them on the left. What do you all think?


Not a fan of the emblems myself

Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

[az3579]

Tom,

It looks as if you were able to fully seat the center trim piece with the Bimmian mount? True?

When I redid my trim a few days ago, I put it all back and it stayed nice and firm (with a new orange plug if course). Then today I noticed it was loose again.

I predict the same will happen to Tom assuming it hasn't already. Looks OK in the pic so far. .

Sent from my DROID RAZR MAXX HD

[fredo]

No leak found. They put in a new valve stem and some bead sealer. Wait and see...

You got lucky. I had two nails in two weeks. The first one messed a Michelin on the e90. Good thing I have a full size spare. Still pending to buy a new tire.

The second one was on my wife's Saab. Ten dollars to fix, tire is ok.

[fredo]

Not a fan of the emblems myself

+1. I like my cars stock. The 330i emblem is FTW !

[Stu]

Not my car, but Justin's! I remotely updated his new ECU to EU2 :) Unfortunately didn't solve why his car isn't starting.

[330i ZHP]

Installed CF diffuser and proper performance tires (instead of Lt truck tires)

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5779_zps7ed22c04.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5780_zps59281a59.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5781_zpsc5f44859.jpg

[saace7]

Installed CF diffuser and proper performance tires (instead of Lt truck tires)

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5779_zps7ed22c04.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5780_zps59281a59.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5781_zpsc5f44859.jpg

:drool

[BCS_ZHP]

Installed CF diffuser and proper performance tires (instead of Lt truck tires)

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5779_zps7ed22c04.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5780_zps59281a59.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/DSC_5781_zpsc5f44859.jpg

Thought you bought Conti DWS, they don't make an LT tire do they? And if the removed tires are 20's, I'm interested cause the boss is wearing her X5 out at the rate of 2K per month. How she finds time to even add another 500-1000 per month on the vert I don't know. Maybe I should suggest she get a boy toy closer to home, lol.

[danewilson77]

Thought you bought Conti DWS, they don't make an LT tire do they? And if the removed tires are 20's, I'm interested cause the boss is wearing her X5 out at the rate of 2K per month. How she finds time to even add another 500-1000 per month on the vert I don't know. Maybe I should suggest she get a boy toy closer to home, lol.

Soccer. Tennis. Work.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[330i ZHP]

the conti's are on the 20s and are my winter wheels/tires - those are 22s

[BCS_ZHP]

Got it, I don't think I'll make a move to 22s, kind of enjoy a little sidewall with Miss Drive-It-Like-You-Stole-It.

[330i ZHP]

you don't want to afford the wheels either

I highly recommend the DWS for oem wheels

[BCS_ZHP]

Yep, I put DWSs on it right when I bought it, quite happy with the tire wear so far. Think I'm going to get 25K out of the rears, maybe 40K on the fronts.

[Hermes]

Driver's side is pretty much done, passenger side about 40%.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-47.jpg

Once I get them both structurally sound I will play with my wiring. Still need to figure out which relay I need to jump to keep low and high on at the same time like how the E21 is currently wired with the sealed bulbs. stupid E30 wiring...

[SoCalZman]

Washed the car and then got a few things done today.

First off, holy shit does Sonax wheel cleaner work! I didn't even have to scrub the wheels...

- Rear bumper valance wrapped.
- Headlight bezel wrapped.
- Lamin-x headlights
- Small ZHP emblems installer.
- Bimmian mobile device mount installed.

* I'm not sure if I'm keeping the emblems, perhaps I should have gotten bigger ones so I could out them on the left. What do you all think?
* I'm pretty happy with the rear bumper valance and head light bezels. It's a bit ricey but it's subtle. Lol
* The Bimmian mount definitely causes my trim to be loose

Sorry for the crappy phone pics...
http://i.imgur.com/S9yx8R0.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/z03QwZK.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/64dTaW8.jpg

What's the story on those CF body parts. Is it a wrap or did you buy new ones that way? From where?


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[TomTomTuning]

What's the story on those CF body parts. Is it a wrap or did you buy new ones that way? From where?


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

Wrapped.


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[E_Rak]

Installed 4 new pieces of rubber and attempted alignment... Did not have the special tool for rear toe and couldn't get the front left tie rod to do much of anything useful. Suggestions?

[danewilson77]

Tie rods almost always require heat to bust them loose (Mine do anyways. Assume may be the same for some folks). I have no knowledge of a special tool for alignment on rear.

Did you take this car to a shop for an alignment?

If yes, don't go there again.

[johnrando]

Looks good Stu, Nice work JP.

[330i ZHP]

there isn't a special tool for the rear...why do I read/hear people say that ALL THE TIME...wth is it with the alignment techs

[330i ZHP]

ARRRGHH - I am getting frustrated just thinking about it - I would like to have some tech tell me that. I would go grab (I think an 18mm) and show them the 4 bolts TOTAL...

[danewilson77]

there isn't a special tool for the rear...why do I read/hear people say that ALL THE TIME...wth is it with the alignment techs


ARRRGHH - I am getting frustrated just thinking about it - I would like to have some tech tell me that. I would go grab (I think an 18mm) and show them the 4 bolts TOTAL...

+1

Please, please, please ask what this tool is next time someone is told this.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[E_Rak]

Well I worked on it with my tech at work... our alignment machine shows diagrams and necessary tools and suggested a specialty tool for the rear toe. 18 mm Stu? We will give it another shot next week.

EDIT: Here's the suggested tool.

http://www.toolsource.com/toein-adjuster-p-114815.html

[330i ZHP]

three bolts holding the rear trailing arm. loosen, adjust to proper toe...tighten and recheck once tightened

[E_Rak]

Thank you sir.

[saace7]

Did my A and C pillars... Some before and afters. Both the rears were in the same droopy condition.

9540 9541

[TomTomTuning]

Nice!!! Details on how you did it? My A/C pillars are starting to sag.

[saace7]

The C's are the easiest. I believe depending on the year, the process might be a little different. Mine is a 2004 so, for the C's, just pop out the light with a flat head screw driver. You need to kind of dig in there to get it to pop out. Having a 2nd flat head handy is helpful too. Once it is out, unplug light. Older models I think there is a 25torx holding it in. Mine didn't. Use the open hole as a way to grab the panel and there are two clips at the top you will pop out. Then the rest just pulls out. For the A's, you will remove that little strip on the pillar with a flat head. Then there will be 3x 25torx screws that need to be taken out. They are in an annoying angle so be patient. Once you remove the screws, the rest will just pop and slide out. I used Krylon Easy Tack adhesive. Seem to work perfect. You have to time when you stick the fabric back because if to soon it won't stick because it is too wet and if to late it wont stick because it dried up. So about 15-30 seconds seems to work best. The trick is to get it to stick and spread evenly across the pillar. It is forgiven so don't worry about messing up. Also applying in small like 2-3 sq. inch sections seemed to work best for me.

[danewilson77]

Looks great.

[TomTomTuning]

The C's are the easiest. I believe depending on the year, the process might be a little different. Mine is a 2004 so, for the C's, just pop out the light with a flat head screw driver. You need to kind of dig in there to get it to pop out. Having a 2nd flat head handy is helpful too. Once it is out, unplug light. Older models I think there is a 25torx holding it in. Mine didn't. Use the open hole as a way to grab the panel and there are two clips at the top you will pop out. Then the rest just pulls out. For the A's, you will remove that little strip on the pillar with a flat head. Then there will be 3x 25torx screws that need to be taken out. They are in an annoying angle so be patient. Once you remove the screws, the rest will just pop and slide out. I used Krylon Easy Tack adhesive. Seem to work perfect. You have to time when you stick the fabric back because if to soon it won't stick because it is too wet and if to late it wont stick because it dried up. So about 15-30 seconds seems to work best. The trick is to get it to stick and spread evenly across the pillar. It is forgiven so don't worry about messing up. Also applying in small like 2-3 sq. inch sections seemed to work best for me.
Awesome, I've removed the A pillars on my last E46 before so I know all about those pesky torx screws.

I have a can of 3M spray adhesive, I may give this a try this week.

[ELCID86]

Awesome, I've removed the A pillars on my last E46 before so I know all about those pesky torx screws.

I have a can of 3M spray adhesive, I may give this a try this week.

Just be careful not to get the fabric wet with the glue...don't ask...

[330i ZHP]

low beams and halos


http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/led120-20Copy_zps4bd58507.jpg

[Imola.ZHP]

^ so jealous bro

[WOLFN8TR]

Did my A and C pillars... Some before and afters. Both the rears were in the same droopy condition.

9540 9541

Are these the "C Pillars"? Mine look exactly like that. I have the adhesive already maybe I will do these bad boys.

[danewilson77]

Are these the "C Pillars"? Mine look exactly like that. I have the adhesive already maybe I will do these bad boys.

Yes

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[WOLFN8TR]

Cool Ima Gonna Doo it. Thanks.

[saace7]

A pillars = pillars by front windshield with little strips.
B pillars = pillars where the seat belt is attached to the side.
C pillars = pillars on rear, by rear windshield. Pillar C has a light in it.

[Yass_ZHP]

The C's are the easiest. I believe depending on the year, the process might be a little different. Mine is a 2004 so, for the C's, just pop out the light with a flat head screw driver. You need to kind of dig in there to get it to pop out. Having a 2nd flat head handy is helpful too. Once it is out, unplug light. Older models I think there is a 25torx holding it in. Mine didn't. Use the open hole as a way to grab the panel and there are two clips at the top you will pop out. Then the rest just pulls out. For the A's, you will remove that little strip on the pillar with a flat head. Then there will be 3x 25torx screws that need to be taken out. They are in an annoying angle so be patient. Once you remove the screws, the rest will just pop and slide out. I used Krylon Easy Tack adhesive. Seem to work perfect. You have to time when you stick the fabric back because if to soon it won't stick because it is too wet and if to late it wont stick because it dried up. So about 15-30 seconds seems to work best. The trick is to get it to stick and spread evenly across the pillar. It is forgiven so don't worry about messing up. Also applying in small like 2-3 sq. inch sections seemed to work best for me.

I did my A pillars a couple of days ago, boy those torx screws are a pain!! Doing the C pillars tomorrow!

[Yass_ZHP]

low beams and halos


http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/E70%20X5%20M/led120-20Copy_zps4bd58507.jpg

That looks amazing... love em!

[niart906]

Suddenly, knowing that you can do LED headlight retrofits to newer cars, my E46 seem old. Super Jelly, excellent job sir.

[Sockethead]

Boy Kpro and I just can't win with wheels right now. We're sitting on the side of 95 with this
9548

[Stigissimo]

^ holy SHIT


[Insert witty phrase about Tapatalk here]

[Johnmadd]

Boy Kpro and I just can't win with wheels right now. We're sitting on the side of 95 with this
9548

Sorry you guys have to deal with that... I hope its the scuffed one.

[trancenation]

Luckily you found the damage before it was too late. What brand are those wheels btw?

[danewilson77]

That's crazy.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[Sockethead]

Sorry you guys have to deal with that... I hope its the scuffed one.
nope it was the other front one


Luckily you found the damage before it was too late. What brand are those wheels btw?

They are Breyton race GTR I don't blame the manufacturer though. I blame the state of NJ. The roads around Berlin NJ are the worst I've seen in a long time. We hit some kind of major dip/hole in the road on I95 on the way down to Bimmerfest and I think that finished it off.

When I opened the runk to pull the spare is was full of water... WTF?

[kpro]

Not the scuffed one, this is the left front. Breyton GT-S. Thankful for no accident, we were movin' when Rob made an emergency pull over.

[cakM3]

Boy Kpro and I just can't win with wheels right now. We're sitting on the side of 95 with this
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ImageUploadedByTapatalk1374360636184415_zpsc69274f d.jpg

:jawdrop



Glad to hear you guys are okay though....so sorry to see...

[330i ZHP]

damn guys - that really sucks and I am really glad no loss to person or property (other than wheel)

[330i ZHP]

^ so jealous bro

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

[cakM3]

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

Stu....you're a perfectionist... it shows in what you have done to all your cars. There's nothing wrong with what you have been doing and for those who are jealous, so be it. As for myself, I think you have taken your cars to the next level and have shown all of us just how far we all can take our cars. :thumbsup

There will always be someone who is jealous because they can't do what you are doing... that's life. At one point I was also feeling the same way regarding updating my project threads and decided to continue to post updates to my project threads in spite of the petty jealousy of a few....please don't stop updating your threads! If anything, what you have done to your car inspires me to do more to my cars....

Yes, there are many who just say that they're jealous but really don't mean it....there's nothing wrong with that. Just enjoy modding Stu and keep showing us how it's done! :thumbsup

[Avetiso]

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

I've seen it happen.

You do great work, and your car is awesome. I just appreciate! It's not a competition.

[330i ZHP]

def not trying to compete or impress

I do for me and I have had people ask for me to share

[static667]

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

Keep updating, man. I like to live vicariously through you and your upgrading.

Sent from my yet to be hacked GS3.

[Imola.ZHP]

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

Not the case here, I really enjoy your updates. I hope your talking about the d-bag forum and not this one, and sadly I can really see where you would start to feel that way. That forum is getting younger and younger as e46's get less and less expensive. I seem to spend less and less time on it, and I'm much happier over here.

I think my better half and I will be getting an x5 M (used of course) in a few years (need to sell one of our properties), I really do enjoy your updates and am really curious to see if you find out how to make the LED headlamps fully functional. Then again, we'll probably just be lazy and look for one with them already. It won't be my DD, so I don't want to hear about things not fully working on something we just purchased. My e46 is bad enough "your washer fluid light and your oil light are on." I know, I'll get to it later.

[cakM3]

def not trying to compete or impress

I do for me and I have had people ask for me to share

Stu.... I expect to see updates on your project threads...:) What you said is why you should do your mods...because you're doing it for yourself. You're not trying to impress anyone or have their approval of what you are doing to your cars. I get it :)

Regarding your mods...damn bro!!! You continue to amaze me with what you're doing. Some mods I may not necessarily go for but who cares? As long as you're happy with them, that's all it counts! On the most part, they're spot on with what I would love to do with my cars.... choice of wheels, brakes, rotors, performance.... I just don't have the disposable cash or connections to do all of this but in time I'll get there....it just may take me a little longer but I'm okay with this....

At least I have something to look forward to :thumbsup

[330i ZHP]

What did I do for my BMW today? Got sunburnt neck and face....but had a great time meeting new people and catching up with old friends

[Hornung418]

What did I do for my BMW today? Got sunburnt neck and face....but had a great time meeting new people and catching up with old friends

Likewise! Good to put a face to the two cars I have enjoyed looking at for the past two years.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[danewilson77]

Stu,

Please continue to update us on your quality unparalleled builds.

It will give those of us who appreciate your work to admire your updates.

It will give those of us jealous (if there truly are jealous members) to develope and mature in leaving this behavior at the door.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[JupiterBMW]

that is definitely not the goal - I am starting to fear posting my updates to the cars and causing some form of jealousy. Marcus, I feel certain yours is not a "true" jealousy...but there is a sense of discomfort when posting updates...that some may think wrong of me

You're only allowed to post updates if the X5 comes to the reunion next year... :shifty

:biggrin Love the updates Stu (even though the picture you posted won't load for me), keep posting them...

[Imola.ZHP]

Suddenly, knowing that you can do LED headlight retrofits to newer cars, my E46 seem old. Super Jelly, excellent job sir.

Do you think its impossible to think there will be this type of mod for our old e46's in the future? I was just examining the picture Stu posted and it doesn't look too far off from the size (and shape) of our projectors. I think someone could make a killing being the first to offer a retrofit kit for ours (and other) BMW's. Now that I've pulled mine completely apart to replace an ignitor (and swapped to ZKW lenses while I was in there) I would give it a go if the kit was quality and looked right (OEM'ish, not obviously aftermarket).

[Avetiso]

Stayed up till 12 am washing my zhp. It's a good way to cool off when you are upset.

[danewilson77]

Stayed up till 12 am washing my zhp. It's a good way to cool off when you are upset.

Well, Hope everything works itself out my friend.

[niart906]

These past few days, I've had to drive the ///M the 60 miles round trip to work. The bugs on my bumper and windshield are crazy. I think tomorrow it deserves a good hand wash and a thorough vacuuming. Hopefully they'll come off fairly easily, I just applied another coat of Wolfgang's Ultimate Sealant about a week ago.

[az3579]

Replaced my completely broken dead pedal with Charlie's help. Also attempted to swap out my armrest that Stuart was so kind to give to me at the Reunion, but found that the rear bolt for it is somehow stuck inside the hole and can't put the new armest back in. So, I guess I have made up my mind prematurely and decided to get an armrest delete because I don't want to deal with crap like this. My hand at this was forced when the retaining section for the hazard light switch broke, so I can no longer mount that either. I will now have to buy a new console as well. :mad

I might change my mind between now and time to order, so we'll see.

[Vas]

I vote for the armrest delete kit.

[az3579]

Do you think its impossible to think there will be this type of mod for our old e46's in the future? I was just examining the picture Stu posted and it doesn't look too far off from the size (and shape) of our projectors. I think someone could make a killing being the first to offer a retrofit kit for ours (and other) BMW's. Now that I've pulled mine completely apart to replace an ignitor (and swapped to ZKW lenses while I was in there) I would give it a go if the kit was quality and looked right (OEM'ish, not obviously aftermarket).



Forgot to say,
Sorry to say I seriously doubt anybody will bother making a retrofit kit for E46. The car is too old, and remember; the X5 has a newer model that has an available control unit setup for it straight from BMW. Think of all the retrofitting/programming/whatever that would be required to make it work on an older car that doesn't even have adaptive functions (the vast majority at least). It would probably also be prohibitively expensive, and not many would buy it. A killing is definitely not what the vendor would make, that's for sure. :(

I would jump on it in a heartbeat if this was to happen, but I won't be holding my breath.

[Avetiso]

Forgot to say,
Sorry to say I seriously doubt anybody will bother making a retrofit kit for E46. The car is too old, and remember; the X5 has a newer model that has an available control unit setup for it straight from BMW. Think of all the retrofitting/programming/whatever that would be required to make it work on an older car that doesn't even have adaptive functions (the vast majority at least). It would probably also be prohibitively expensive, and not many would buy it. A killing is definitely not what the vendor would make, that's for sure. :(

I would jump on it in a heartbeat if this was to happen, but I won't be holding my breath.

+1 I wouldn't hold my breath.

[330i ZHP]

sorry the armrest was broken - how did that happen? did I give it to you that way or something that happened later?

[Imola.ZHP]

Forgot to say,
Sorry to say I seriously doubt anybody will bother making a retrofit kit for E46. The car is too old, and remember; the X5 has a newer model that has an available control unit setup for it straight from BMW. Think of all the retrofitting/programming/whatever that would be required to make it work on an older car that doesn't even have adaptive functions (the vast majority at least). It would probably also be prohibitively expensive, and not many would buy it. A killing is definitely not what the vendor would make, that's for sure. :(

I would jump on it in a heartbeat if this was to happen, but I won't be holding my breath.

Good points, by adaptive are you talking about side to side or just up and down (leveling)? It wouldn't have to move side to side, our HID's we have don't do that now, but would definitely need to be able to level itself. I dunno, I don't think its too far of a stretch to think that someone could come up with a plug and play kit to work with current sensors already in the car for leveling HID's. I guess time will tell, but your probably right, these cars are old and every year there are fewer and fewer of them left. We can dream, for now, though...

[johnrando]

Love the werk/updates Stu. Hopefully most of us here say "I'm jealous" in a compliment-tative (not a word, I know) way. I know that's what I mean when I use it. So as Dane said (paraphrasing), don't sweat it, post away, and if someone can't handle that, they don't belong here. This is a place for enthusiasts to support the addiction. :biggrin

[Sockethead]

This is a place for enthusiasts to support the addiction. :biggrin

:headbang:headbang

[jgt_zhp]

Taking her on a road trip!!! Nothing the ZHP loves more.

Headed to Iowa to ride one day of RAGBRAI, the worlds oldest and biggest cycling tour.

As sleek as my road bike might be, it seems to be costing me 3 or 4 MPG riding along on the roof

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/23/e9a4ybad.jpg




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[danewilson77]

Good luck.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[az3579]

Good points, by adaptive are you talking about side to side or just up and down (leveling)? It wouldn't have to move side to side, our HID's we have don't do that now, but would definitely need to be able to level itself. I dunno, I don't think its too far of a stretch to think that someone could come up with a plug and play kit to work with current sensors already in the car for leveling HID's. I guess time will tell, but your probably right, these cars are old and every year there are fewer and fewer of them left. We can dream, for now, though...

I'm mainly referring to the difficulty of adapting "adaptive" LED lights, the kind that do the same things as the X5 one. The one on the X5 is very advanced; it doesnt just turn side to side with the wheel, it also adjusts for oncoming traffic and moves the light beam according to the car in front so you could keep the high beams on without blinding the cars in front. It's extremely clever.

If an LED kit was released without this functionality, I wouldnt bother with it as this is the coolest feature of the adaptive LEDs.

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[saace7]

I removed the plasti dip from my car. It was on there when I bought it a few months ago. Boy am I happy I did... Looks so much better.

Before and after:

95649563

[Imola.ZHP]

I'm mainly referring to the difficulty of adapting "adaptive" LED lights, the kind that do the same things as the X5 one. The one on the X5 is very advanced; it doesnt just turn side to side with the wheel, it also adjusts for oncoming traffic and moves the light beam according to the car in front so you could keep the high beams on without blinding the cars in front. It's extremely clever.

If an LED kit was released without this functionality, I wouldnt bother with it as this is the coolest feature of the adaptive LEDs.

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Gotcha, I was under the impression that that part of the "adaptive" feature has not been enabled in the US due to some really old stupid DOT laws. As far as I know, those (completely awesome) features only work across the pond. This doesn't mean that Stu (and others) couldn't find a way to hack or reprogram their vehicle to enable those features. But that is over my head, I haven't yet even dug into reprograming my car, I don't know if the "new" BMW's are the same, similar, or completely different.

I did watch those video's a while back, pretty amazing how it can dim for a car in front of you and still have brights on each side of that car. I don't know though, I might still be interested without this capability just for the additional light output.

[Hermes]

Replaced the flasher relay and disconnected the door buzzer on the E21. Working turn signals are nice

[Stu]

Car seems to want to crank and start just fine, but in the mornings there tends to be a hesitation before start. Guessing this is an intake cam sensor problem. Probably gonna tackle this quick job. Thanks for the DIY Dane :headbang

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1209580-DIY-E46-Camshaft-Position-Sensor

[danewilson77]

Car seems to want to crank and start just fine, but in the mornings there tends to be a hesitation before start. Guessing this is an intake cam sensor problem. Probably gonna tackle this quick job. Thanks for the DIY Dane :headbang

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1209580-DIY-E46-Camshaft-Position-Sensor

Your welcome.

[WOLFN8TR]

I removed the plasti dip from my car. It was on there when I bought it a few months ago. Boy am I happy I did... Looks so much better.

Before and after:

95649563

Oh Ya way better!

[TomTomTuning]

Besides installing the Orion V2's http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?10430-Tom-s-Black-Sapphire-ZHP-Maintenance-amp-Mod-Ledger&p=285448#post285448

I also repaired my C-Pillar's fabric . I used 3M spray adhesive I got from Joanne Fabrics and it worked great!
Next is both A-Pillars...

[az3579]

Gotcha, I was under the impression that that part of the "adaptive" feature has not been enabled in the US due to some really old stupid DOT laws. As far as I know, those (completely awesome) features only work across the pond. This doesn't mean that Stu (and others) couldn't find a way to hack or reprogram their vehicle to enable those features. But that is over my head, I haven't yet even dug into reprograming my car, I don't know if the "new" BMW's are the same, similar, or completely different.


I was reading about that today and had no idea that wasn't enabled here. That's completely asinine.

But then again, it wouldn't be the first time stupid U.S. laws have prevented the best tech from reaching over here. :shifty

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[Sockethead]

Car seems to want to crank and start just fine, but in the mornings there tends to be a hesitation before start. Guessing this is an intake cam sensor problem. Probably gonna tackle this quick job. Thanks for the DIY Dane :headbang

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1209580-DIY-E46-Camshaft-Position-Sensor

That can also be a sign of impending fuel pump failure...

[Stu]

Gotcha, I was under the impression that that part of the "adaptive" feature has not been enabled in the US due to some really old stupid DOT laws. As far as I know, those (completely awesome) features only work across the pond. This doesn't mean that Stu (and others) couldn't find a way to hack or reprogram their vehicle to enable those features. But that is over my head, I haven't yet even dug into reprograming my car, I don't know if the "new" BMW's are the same, similar, or completely different.

I doubt that's possible with our cars. A system like that will require some sort of input that is monitoring the light in front of the cars, and as far as I know, the LCM doesn't receive any input like that. The auto-dimming mirror looks out front and back, but the manual states that front light sensor is merely for helping discern between daylight, headlights, and street lights so that the mirror can dim more accurately. I would not imagine that this information is passed to the LCM.

The hardware is seemingly there, but the programming likely isn't.


That can also be a sign of impending fuel pump failure...

This is what I am worried about as well, but I do not have any other fuel pump signs other than a 1/3-second hestitation right before it starts in the morning. From what I have read, this could be more indicative of an intake cam position sensor.

[ELCID86]

I removed the plasti dip from my car. It was on there when I bought it a few months ago. Boy am I happy I did... Looks so much better.


I like the after too. Nice.

[Imola.ZHP]

I was reading about that today and had no idea that wasn't enabled here. That's completely asinine.

But then again, it wouldn't be the first time stupid U.S. laws have prevented the best tech from reaching over here. :shifty

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Yes, it is quite disappointing... Great discussion though, none-the-less, and who knows, it might be as simple as re-coding it to "on" from "off." Lets hope so!


I doubt that's possible with our cars. A system like that will require some sort of input that is monitoring the light in front of the cars, and as far as I know, the LCM doesn't receive any input like that. The auto-dimming mirror looks out front and back, but the manual states that front light sensor is merely for helping discern between daylight, headlights, and street lights so that the mirror can dim more accurately. I would not imagine that this information is passed to the LCM.

The hardware is seemingly there, but the programming likely isn't.


Gotcha, yeah, I don't think that would ever work on our cars, but perhaps those with newer BMW's can enable it at some point in the future. But just swapping out HID for LED, so don't see how that wouldn't be possible at some point in the future for our cars.

[LivesNearCostco]

Just saw some of my C-pillar fabric also fell down. Guess some spray adhesive is in my future.

Last night replaced spring in tensioner spring for lower timing chain. New one was about 1.5mm (maybe 2mm) longer than old one. Can't tell yet if it reduces chain noise. Normally I didn't notice any chain noise, but Sunday night after 2 track days and a 200-mile drive home, the chain or cams were making a clattering racket.

[az3579]

This is what I am worried about as well, but I do not have any other fuel pump signs other than a 1/3-second hestitation right before it starts in the morning. From what I have read, this could be more indicative of an intake cam position sensor.

This could also be a weak battery. Mine has a slight hesitation before starting and I know for a fact that my battery has an issue.

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[Hermes]

wired the unused rear fog lamps for quad brake lamps

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-48.jpg

[Avetiso]

Nice.

[cakM3]

Looks great JP! :thumbsup


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[Hermes]

thanks!

edit:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-50.jpg

[E_Rak]

Went for a nice drive with the "Stig"

[Yass_ZHP]

Ordered the hood latch and M pedals, hopefully they´ll be here before next wednesday...

[MrMaico]

Installed a Bluetooth TCU in my car the other day. Picked up a used one off Ebay.

More info here.......

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?7113-Bluetooth-TCU-install-in-ZHP-DIY-and-Parts-List&p=283743#post283743

[cakM3]

Tonight I shipped my old arm rest from my ZHP over to Bruce :thumbsup


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[E_Rak]

Buttoned up my alignment, no special tools needed, just for Stu. Needed some flame on the front left tie rod but eventually got it loose.

[danewilson77]

Buttoned up my alignment, no special tools needed, just for Stu. Needed some flame on the front left tie rod but eventually got it loose.

Yup. Good confirmation.

[Hornung418]

Changed my spark plugs tonight.

1-6 left to right

9617

Boot on number 6

9618

Beer to finish off tonights stressful diagnosis...

Fürst Wallerstein Classic Pilsner

9619

From a GS3, this was sent.

[johnrando]

:like

[ELCID86]

Changed my spark plugs tonight.

1-6 left to right


Beer to finish off tonights stressful diagnosis...

What mileage are you at?


Shawn in VA.
Via thumbs and Tapatalk.

[Avetiso]

Are the rusted ones because of the water?


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[cakM3]

Changed my spark plugs tonight....Beer to finish off tonights stressful diagnosis...

Fürst Wallerstein Classic Pilsner

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/ScreenShot2013-07-25at94842PM_zps845b247a.png

From a GS3, this was sent.

Very nice Justin! :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

What did boot on 5 look like? When were those last changed?

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[Hornung418]

Car is at 123,775 miles. The spark plugs are OEM BMW Branded NGK BKR6EQUP. Replaced with the same brand from Autozone.

The rust is indeed from the water that entered through the vents in the hood when the cabin filter was left out during a big storm. Wiped the boots off with WD40 and plugged everything in.

This is only the first step to diagnosing the car's no start. Next up is the Fuel Pump. Probably going to get an M3 pump. Future tuning for a 5 bar fuel system. If the car doesn't start after replacing the pump then it will be going back to stock and chalking it up to a wiring issue. Though we haven't found any obvious faults in the wiring...I have a sneaking feeling that it's a relay difference or something dumb.

[cakM3]

What did I do today? I pimped my rides....with new projects...;) I know.....what else is new??? It's my addiction....my cross to bear....

[Hermes]

replica OE placement "fog" lamp brackets (test fit stages)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-5.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-6.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-7.jpg

[Hornung418]

Fuck. Yeah.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[Hornung418]

What did boot on 5 look like? When were those last changed?

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Boot five was normal. I have no idea when any maintenance was completed. Bought the car with no records. But I have been taking care of it when it comes around. I need an oil change I'm sure by now. But the car has been fine. Just thought this would be a 6/10 on the difficulty scale...turns out its an 11. If the car doesn't fire its going back to MS42 EU2 management. The headers I bought are going in and the custom exhaust I want is gonna be installed.

But before all of this I need to sort out the mechanicals like my suspension.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[danewilson77]

This is on the BMW you had at Bruce's correct?

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[Stu]

Just got some Gummi Pfledge, gonna use that some time this weekend on my door seals. $8 + 2-day free shipping with Amazon Prime

[TomTomTuning]

Just got some Gummi Pfledge, gonna use that some time this weekend on my door seals. $8 + 2-day free shipping with Amazon Prime
Yup, thats where I got mine. Good stuff! :)

[trancenation]

replica OE placement "fog" lamp brackets (test fit stages)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-5.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-6.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/null-7.jpg

What kind of fogs are you going with on the 02 Hermes?

[Hermes]

What kind of fogs are you going with on the 02 Hermes?

I will be using Hella 160 (chrome back) auxiliary driving lamps, not gonna use "fog lamps"

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/C210DFE3-53E6-409A-A910-1B4166217F1E-712-000000DE631A6CD2_zpsdf7ac821.jpg

[Hornung418]

This is on the BMW you had at Bruce's correct?

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Correct. The first and only BMW I have owned so far.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[danewilson77]

Justin, thanks for confirming.

JP, that's going to be badass.

[WOLFN8TR]

A pillars = pillars by front windshield with little strips.
B pillars = pillars where the seat belt is attached to the side.
C pillars = pillars on rear, by rear windshield. Pillar C has a light in it.

Thanks for the info. Took the C Pillars out today and found my rattle I've had for two years!

http://youtu.be/UQioSnFxJI4

[328ioc]

Threw on my new set of roof racks today.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/07/27/epa6aju2.jpg

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[johnrando]

But those are on your car, not your roof. :biggrin. Nice!

[cakM3]

Devlin, nice catching up with you tonight! :thumbsup Roof rack looks awesome on your ZHP!

[330i ZHP]

Decided to perform some more modifying of my daughters R56 Cooper S

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering3_zpseb260863.jpg


Before:

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini2_zps35f499cb.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini3_zps64476661.jpg


After

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo1_zps20a756b1.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini23_zpsfed31f7c.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini22_zpsa3624e82.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering1_zps880d7b42.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo4_zpsf70246d1.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering4_zpsad6e04a1.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo5_zps3ec50d64.jpg

[BCS_ZHP]

Decided to perform some more modifying of my daughters R56 Cooper S

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering3_zpseb260863.jpg


Before:

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini2_zps35f499cb.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini3_zps64476661.jpg


After

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo1_zps20a756b1.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini23_zpsfed31f7c.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/mini22_zpsa3624e82.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering1_zps880d7b42.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo4_zpsf70246d1.jpg
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/minilowering4_zpsad6e04a1.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/R56%20MINI%20Cooper%20S/photo5_zps3ec50d64.jpg

Preston wants to know if you'll adopt him, he wants moar lower so badly but his wallet is too thin.

[330i ZHP]

Her car really went low - and the ride is very OEM like, even a little less jarring I think. Very happy

[johnrando]

Nice!

[Pip]

Looks awesome! Definitely one of my top mods if I ever buy a mini.

[Hornung418]

My car finally started!!!

Starter fluid was the trick...so that means there is a spark! No I have to diagnose my car as having a fuel delivery issue. Hmmm.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[BCS_ZHP]

Congrats on getting it started Justin! And good luck with tracking that fuel delivery issue.

[Hornung418]

Hope this is viewable to you guys. I have only done this kind of upload once.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5KiTRsVlu0&feature=youtube_gdata_player

From a GS3, this was sent.

[Newjack]

Hope this is viewable to you guys. I have only done this kind of upload once.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5KiTRsVlu0&feature=youtube_gdata_player

From a GS3, this was sent.


Video works fine. Progress!


I figure if the fuel pump failed, then it wouldn't even start. Can you keep it going if you hold down the throttle? In the video I can see your RPM's falling and then the engine cuts off. Is that because you take your foot off the throttle? Or because it just won't deliver fuel?

[Avetiso]

Good luck figuring it out, Justin.

[johnrando]

Good luck figuring it out, Justin.
+1

[Hornung418]

Video works fine. Progress!


I figure if the fuel pump failed, then it wouldn't even start. Can you keep it going if you hold down the throttle? In the video I can see your RPM's falling and then the engine cuts off. Is that because you take your foot off the throttle? Or because it just won't deliver fuel?
The engine only started because of the Starter Fluid. This test determined that it was fuel related and not spark. Now I have to find out how the injectors are functioning. If filling up the tank with some new gas and adding some fuel additive doesn't work then it's off to diagnose the new problem.

[Newjack]

I wonder if the timing of the fuel being released is a little off or something like that. Different liter motor has different timing in the fuel release? :shrug

This is pretty far out of my element, just throwing darts at a wall here.

Glad to hear that it is finally running, and that you have been able to narrow down your problem.

[Hornung418]

Yeah now that I can get it to turn over and fire, I will have to plug it into the computer and get a data log. That's a great thought, Rob. Sounds like a reasonable stab at the issue. Very well could be it, who knows.

[terraphantm]

I wonder if the timing of the fuel being released is a little off or something like that. Different liter motor has different timing in the fuel release? :shrug

This is pretty far out of my element, just throwing darts at a wall here.

Glad to hear that it is finally running, and that you have been able to narrow down your problem.

I explained this on e46fanatics to Hornung, but it seems to have gone down (for me at least) so I might as well explain it here too.

The displacement shouldn't make a difference as far as "synchronisation" goes. It is the angular position of cylinder, and not the linear position that matters for fuel injection, spark, etc... (within reason -- when you're trying to squeeze every last horse power out, linear position matters, but for simply getting the engine running, it's not going to make a difference). The pistons in any I6 will reach TDC and BDC at the same angles. The linear distance traveled/work done by the engine with a longer stroke will be greater than that of a smaller stroke, but as long as the cylinders are offset by 120º to each other, the timing of the pulses will be identical for a given RPM.

This picture should explain what I mean

Short Stroke vs Long Stroke

http://i.imgur.com/fI62R9u.gif

[330i ZHP]

check the five fuses that are under the cover in the DME box - the are the master control for engine functions (OVER THE fuse block fuses)

Remove rear seat cushion, on passenger side remove the round cover on fuel pump and listen for priming when you turn the key on...if no prime, check for 12v...if 12v - then fuel pump dead...it is a somewhat common issue on all cars and E46s in general

[Imola.ZHP]

check the five fuses that are under the cover in the DME box - the are the master control for engine functions (OVER THE fuse block fuses)

Remove rear seat cushion, on passenger side remove the round cover on fuel pump and listen for priming when you turn the key on...if no prime, check for 12v...if 12v - then fuel pump dead...it is a somewhat common issue on all cars and E46s in general

Yup, mine died a few years back, I would guess I was at about 110k. I had gotten into the (bad) habit of letting the car get to basically 0 miles and filling her up. Some people think that this makes the fuel pump work harder and can cause premature failure.

If you have power and are not hearing the fuel pump work, try lightly tapping either the pump itself or the tank from underneath the car. After having mine towed to the shop on a roll-back an ex friend of mine did this (slapped the fuel tank under the car 2-3 times) and the car fired right up and he drove it into the shop. Might (or might not have) saved me a tow if I had known that.

[330i ZHP]

Marcus - you need clear pics for your sig - even pixelated your Imola looks sexy...

[Imola.ZHP]

Marcus - you need clear pics for your sig - even pixelated your Imola looks sexy...

Are they pixelated? You must be using a big monitor. I'll work on it though Stu!

EDIT: Oh wow, now I see what you are talking about, looked fine on my 13" MBP, looks like crap on this ~27" work monitor. Do all of my pics look like crap then? lol

[Hornung418]

Yeah its been sitting for so long that I'm almost certain that the gas has been compromised. Biggest fear is that the pump has siezed. It has 3/8 tank currently. Worst case scenario I get a new M3 fuel pump. System runs at 5 bar so I can squeeze some power out of it with tunng.

Thanks for the tips guys. I'm stuck at work and I want nothjng more than to race home and tinker!! So giddy.

From a GS3, this was sent.

[Vas]

Finished installing the silver cube trim and also put in a bmw aux kit. Now I have jamz

[BCS_ZHP]

Finished installing the silver cube trim and also put in a bmw aux kit. Now I have jamz
Vas,
Did you see my PM this week?
Bruce

[NorCal-Dimitri]

Polished the exhaust tip with some of the greatest stuff on earth, flitz.

Before:
http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y508/dimitri1337/20130727_085716_zpsc99a3db8.jpg?t=1374941581

After:
http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y508/dimitri1337/20130727_090712_zpsc07f6793.jpg?t=1374941549

[Pip]

It is weird seeing only one tip. What exhaust is that?

[brewer90]

I did my first cooling system refresh and replaced the plastic water pump and power steering pulleys with aluminum ones. New belts and idler and tensioner pulleys too. I got the OEM refresh kit from Tischer and the pulleys from ECS tuning.

The car has 71,000 miles and it was all original. I was actually surprised at how good everything still looked. At least now I don't have to worry about it for another 60k. These hot Texas summers can be hard on cars and I definitely didn't want to get stuck on the side of the road spewing coolant.

http://jmabry90.smugmug.com/Other/Camera-Awesome-Photos/i-VdD3Hc8/0/L/CA_07271313245949-L.jpg

[cakM3]

I gave people working at my local dealer and customers their "ZHP" fix....although most of the customers didn't know what a ZHP was. I always find it amusing talking to the sales staff and watching customers walk by and just stare at the clean Imola ZHP in the dealer lot.....:drool I look at the new offerings and somehow they don't touch me the same way as my Imola touches me...;)

[Pip]

One thing I noticed when doing my cooling system stuff is I should have used anti seize on the water pump pulley (aluminum ECS one) because mine is pretty much a part of the water pump now.