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

[Hermes]

it would require modifications so I probably won't do it. A Bavaria badge is worth $$$ so I'll probably just hold onto it next to all my old hood roundels and a piston from my E24

as for the crookedness, it's made of aluminum so it's kinda bent from me pulling it off the old car

car was a dual zenith 4MT 5/71 build
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/E7ECE7CA-9455-48E7-9884-D24CE5B6D265-10770-00000CF623737723.jpg

[az3579]

so...

should I rebadge?

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/DEC381E3-5DF4-48FC-9DE1-3B177C17512C-10770-00000CEE971E53F1.jpg

Do not like...

[das boots]

Daytime temperature has began to climb back to the LoCal winter weather of low 70's. Cold chill has gone bye-bye to somewhere east.

I finally installed the new Interstate battery. There is something that I think is missing. I removed the old OE battery and there is a 90 deg fitting for venting. But I do not see any hose on where the venting should vent out. On the rest of my older Bimmers, the hose vents out. But I did transfer the fitting to the new battery. Any inputs would be appreciated.

I also removed, cleaned, removed rusts and repainted the battery tray. And also removed rusts and repainted the holding bin.

[az3579]

I miss Wobbie quite a bit...
Why can't I have the car where there are decent driving roads out here? :(

[zhpnsnv]

so...

should I rebadge?

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/DEC381E3-5DF4-48FC-9DE1-3B177C17512C-10770-00000CEE971E53F1.jpg

Love it. It takes guts.

[johnrando]

Love it. It takes guts.

+1. Def w/b haters though, but who cares? I like the badge, but it just doesn't say E46 to me. Put in on your 2002?

[zhpnsnv]

though I'm sure there will be quiet H8R's.

Yup. Such is life.

[Hermes]

I have come up with a more ingenious rebadging scheme...

check back soon for updates

edit: called Carl and ordered parts

[Johal E32]

Ordered some parts for a budget home made lip.

Should be here Friday!

I am planing to make it look like this


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http://img607.imageshack.us/img607/2019/img2587l.jpg

[static667]

Picked mine up from the body shop today. I spotted a few things that they missed and they will be correcting them this Friday. Once I have it back in its complete form, I'll post pics. Then, on Saturday, I'll be changing the throttle body, resetting the fuel system adapts, and changing the oil. Then, assuming it will be running properly, I'll be happy.

[danewilson77]

Picked mine up from the body shop today. I spotted a few things that they missed and they will be correcting them this Friday. Once I have it back in its complete form, I'll post pics. Then, on Saturday, I'll be changing the throttle body, resetting the fuel system adapts, and changing the oil. Then, assuming it will be running properly, I'll be happy.

That'll be awesome Kyle.

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[johnrando]

A properly running E46 (said in a British Top Gear voice). That IS good new Kyle.

[Johal E32]

picked mine up from the body shop today. I spotted a few things that they missed and they will be correcting them this friday. Once i have it back in its complete form, i'll post pics. Then, on saturday, i'll be changing the throttle body, resetting the fuel system adapts, and changing the oil. Then, assuming it will be running properly, i'll be happy.

awesome!

[330i ZHP]

nothing done to my cars lately...havent had the drive to work on the cars much

[JupiterBMW]

Picked mine up from the body shop today. I spotted a few things that they missed and they will be correcting them this Friday. Once I have it back in its complete form, I'll post pics. Then, on Saturday, I'll be changing the throttle body, resetting the fuel system adapts, and changing the oil. Then, assuming it will be running properly, I'll be happy.

Awesome... I've never actually seen your car at all aside from your sig pic. :rofl

[JupiterBMW]

I started with my lights yesterday. Got my headlights installed into the ZHP as well as the clear corners and sidemarkers. Today I will swap in the black trim (didn't expect the silver to sell so fast!) and also get my RCR tails back on the car.

Oh, and I ordered rubber... New wheel pics coming sometime this weekend. I WILL see the new wheels on the car before I leave again. :biggrin

[Sockethead]

I started with my lights yesterday. Got my headlights installed into the ZHP as well as the clear corners and sidemarkers. Today I will swap in the black trim (didn't expect the silver to sell so fast!) and also get my RCR tails back on the car.

Oh, and I ordered rubber... New wheel pics coming sometime this weekend. I WILL see the new wheels on the car before I leave again. :biggrin
Did I miss something? I thought you were out to sea for 2 months....

[az3579]

Did I miss something? I thought you were out to sea for 2 months....

He missed the boat. He'll be trying again next week.

[johnrando]

He missed the boat. He'll be trying again next week.

Literally, not figuratively. :biggrin

[Sockethead]

He missed the boat. He'll be trying again next week.


Literally, not figuratively. :biggrin

Haha, It's not too often that you can use that statement and literally mean it... Probably not funny to him though...

[static667]

Awesome... I've never actually seen your car at all aside from your sig pic. :rofl

And my sig pic is old, too. Gotta get a good new one to replace it.

Sent from my yet to be hacked GS3.

[Ryans323i]

Found a friend in the area with a compression tester and leakdown tester. Hoping to keep the momentum going on this SC thing!

[johnrando]

:like

[Avetiso]

Airbag light went off again. Think I need to replace to driver seat belt buckle assembly. Or is there anyway to fix the current one?

[Imola.ZHP]

I finally installed the new Interstate battery. There is something that I think is missing. I removed the old OE battery and there is a 90 deg fitting for venting. But I do not see any hose on where the venting should vent out. On the rest of my older Bimmers, the hose vents out. But I did transfer the fitting to the new battery. Any inputs would be appreciated.

I also removed, cleaned, removed rusts and repainted the battery tray. And also removed rusts and repainted the holding bin.

On your e46? I thought e46's had sealed batteries (no venting required)? Its been 2-3 years since I replaced mine, but I don't recall any venting sir...


I started with my lights yesterday. Got my headlights installed into the ZHP as well as the clear corners and sidemarkers. Today I will swap in the black trim (didn't expect the silver to sell so fast!) and also get my RCR tails back on the car.

Oh, and I ordered rubber... New wheel pics coming sometime this weekend. I WILL see the new wheels on the car before I leave again. :biggrin

Are you sure on the clears? Honestly I prefer ambers on Alpine White and Black e46's. All other colors need clears IMO...


Airbag light went off again. Think I need to replace to driver seat belt buckle assembly. Or is there anyway to fix the current one?

Mine has been on for a few months, its on my "to do" list...

[az3579]

Haha, It's not too often that you can use that statement and literally mean it... Probably not funny to him though...

:rofl

I didn't even get that until I read your post!

[JupiterBMW]

Are you sure on the clears? Honestly I prefer ambers on Alpine White and Black e46's. All other colors need clears IMO...

Yeah, I had them on my last car, love them. Alpine white cars can go either way for sure, but I prefer the clear.

So today's updates involved swapping back to black cube trim, putting on the RCR tails, and installing the E82 e-brake handle. She's getting closer and closer each day. :)

[KevinC]

so...

should I rebadge?



http://i.qkme.me/3rbaxx.jpg

[az3579]

So today's updates involved swapping back to black cube trim, putting on the RCR tails, and installing the E82 e-brake handle. She's getting closer and closer each day. :)

So how difficult or easy was the handbrake handle install? You just pulled on the old one 'till it came off?

[JupiterBMW]

So how difficult or easy was the handbrake handle install? You just pulled on the old one 'till it came off?

Yep. I was surprised actually, I gave it a slight twist, but remembered the spline on the bottom and didn't want to tear it up. So I just pulled. I had to push on the button to assist the initial movement, but then it came no problem. Quite easy actually...

[az3579]

Yep. I was surprised actually, I gave it a slight twist, but remembered the spline on the bottom and didn't want to tear it up. So I just pulled. I had to push on the button to assist the initial movement, but then it came no problem. Quite easy actually...

And the new one just slid on and stayed put? I still have the handle from when I bought the shift knob (they came together) and would really like to install it!

[Pip]

Put this bad boy on to replace my bad ET cap.

Edit: GAS cap. Tapatalk doesn't like my iPhone.

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[danewilson77]

Put this bad boy on to replace my bad ET cap.

Edit: GAS cap. Tapatalk doesn't like my iPhone.

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This?

[Pip]

This?

This: http://www.germanautosolutions.com/bmw_solutions/cooling_system/12_bar_coolant_cap/product_bmw_12_bar_cap.php

I consistently get not a valid image file message every time I try and upload an iPhone photo with tapatalk :(


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[danewilson77]

This: http://www.germanautosolutions.com/bmw_solutions/cooling_system/12_bar_coolant_cap/product_bmw_12_bar_cap.php

I consistently get not a valid image file message every time I try and upload an iPhone photo with tapatalk :(


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LOL...ok Amigo

[Hermes]

you put a coolant cap on your gas tank?

edit... just realized the place is German Auto Solutions (GAS), nm

[JupiterBMW]

And the new one just slid on and stayed put? I still have the handle from when I bought the shift knob (they came together) and would really like to install it!

Well, not sure... JP and I were chatting and he has an E90 setup. Apparently his e-brake handle has a notch down the inside bottom. Mine had a raised edge (mine is listed as an E82 unit). Take a look at yours (or post/text me a pic). If it has the raised spline. Then yes, it will slide on (very difficult) and stay there, extremely securely. :)

[328ioc]

Well, not sure... JP and I were chatting and he has an E90 setup. Apparently his e-brake handle has a notch down the inside bottom. Mine had a raised edge (mine is listed as an E82 unit). Take a look at yours (or post/text me a pic). If it has the raised spline. Then yes, it will slide on (very difficult) and stay there, extremely securely. :)

And probably never come off or be very hard to take off.....

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[az3579]

Well, not sure... JP and I were chatting and he has an E90 setup. Apparently his e-brake handle has a notch down the inside bottom. Mine had a raised edge (mine is listed as an E82 unit). Take a look at yours (or post/text me a pic). If it has the raised spline. Then yes, it will slide on (very difficult) and stay there, extremely securely. :)

Don't know what kind of spline it has. It's the handle from the Boss' former 335i. I'll have to check when I get home. How is the E82 one different from the E9x one?


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[JupiterBMW]

Don't know what kind of spline it has. It's the handle from the Boss' former 335i. I'll have to check when I get home. How is the E82 one different from the E9x one?


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When you get home, text me a photo of the inside of it from the base up towards the button sticks out. Then I can confirm...

[Crickett]

Installed my GAS coolant cap, as well! (Did all of you guys with them get the message about the faulty cap in the first batch? Would hate for someone to have missed that.)

Also, SPRINT BOOSTAAAAAAR! Installed & loving it! I 100% concur with everyone else's assessment of the SB: green is perfect, the way the ZHP should feel, & red is buckin' bronco, crazy tail-happy insanity!

And now I'll be modding up my Sport button. :roundel

[midlandtech]

Awesome I want a sprint booster so bad


~Steve
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[johnrando]

Sprint Boosters for everyone! Set 'em up bartender.

[zhp43867]

Hey y'all... does anyone happen to know the specific idle speed of our cars?

[Hermes]

should be in the 700 range, do you want to know the exact number?

edit: I assume yours idles low (more like 5-600) like mine at the moment, you need to replace your CCV/oil separator system

should also clean ICV and check your DISA

[kayger12]

Winter wash and wax.

She looks awesome...

[zhp43867]

I installed Bimmerworld motor mounts (Gruppe N replicas). And the car resonates at idle. Otherwise they are great! That's why I was asking about idle speed...

But yeah if possible- I'm wondering what it *should be* number wise.

I've done one CCV and don't think this one is bad- but I'll replace it in the spring (as well as clean the ICV). Might have Eurocharged do a tune for me that raises the idle to 850rpm or so (I assume they can do that).

Not sure if my idle is lower than it should be...

[Crickett]

Sprint Booster ///M Sport button mod complete & installed! I'm 90% happy with my handiwork: I chose to use the Sport button's green LED rather than the SB's so it'd match the other green indicators, but I think I damaged the LED during removal as it's not as bright as it should be. Otherwise, I love it!

And now I'm working in NCS Expert to try to get the RPA flat-tire monitoring system activated so I have a fully functional button row . . .

[danewilson77]

Installing AL xenons with ZKW lenses.....as we speak.

[Crickett]

Installing AL xenons with ZKW lenses.....as we speak.

+2 to "Baller" status. Not surprised. :rockon

[danewilson77]

+2 to "Baller" status. Not surprised. :rockon

Yeah... I'm not at all well versed in the headlight area, so we'll see how this goes.

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[Tnhl1989]

Ordered the gominigo nhlpb kit. Attached the driver side fog cover. Waiting for the F10 M5 knob to come in next week. It was a late birthday present from my friend since he did not know what to get me back then.

[cakM3]

UUC TSE3 Corsa exhaust. Details updated in my projects thread with pics...:thumbsup

[Tnhl1989]

Saw the photos. Sweet. Did Chad install the ZHP exhaust as well?

[cakM3]

No Chad put it away after finishing installing my UUC Corsa exhaust. Always good to see and catch up with Chad. I will be providing detail services in spring for Chad but you're welcome to come on down as well. :thumbsup

[nike001]

Service Engine Soon light.


Damn. It just happened to come on after I put her through her paces quick. Decided to pull out onto road.. steadily increase RPM's till 3400RPM and then punched it. Revved it out till about 6500 and did an easy transition into 2nd, wound that out till about 5k, and shifted into 3rd and went till about 4k. 4 seconds later I get a light! Woo!

I guess she didn't like that :(

I'll deal with it in the morning I guess. Or whenever/however I can get the codes.

[johnrando]

Very cool Travis. Pics please. Charlie, heading over to your thread now.

[Avetiso]

Service Engine Soon light.


Damn. It just happened to come on after I put her through her paces quick. Decided to pull out onto road.. steadily increase RPM's till 3400RPM and then punched it. Revved it out till about 6500 and did an easy transition into 2nd, wound that out till about 5k, and shifted into 3rd and went till about 4k. 4 seconds later I get a light! Woo!

I guess she didn't like that :(

I'll deal with it in the morning I guess. Or whenever/however I can get the codes.

If that caused something to go wrong, it's better to just deal with it and put it to ease.

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[JupiterBMW]

Yeah... I'm not at all well versed in the headlight area, so we'll see how this goes.

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Dude, call or text me as often as you need for help. Also, you got the Youtube video I uploaded with the full disassembly right??

[JupiterBMW]

As for me, yesterday I ordered a new hood sensor as my OEM alarm goes off CONSTANTLY... Something I am trying to remedy, and the hood sensor seems to be the culprit.

I also had the new tires purged and refilled with nitrogen while at the dealer. Of course, I forgot to order some locking lug bolts.

[zhpnsnv]

Winter wash and wax.

She looks awesome...

Pics or buy an orient blue super ZHP.

[kayger12]

^Lol. Heading out for beer and Chili ingredients. I'll take some pics of my liquid metal beauty.

[Hermes]

who knows how to deal with this yellowing? (I know how to get the rest looking good)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/S38B38/IMG_4890.jpg

[nike001]

^On the valve cover and intake?

I heard the bathroom stuff scrubbing bubbles works well on stuff like that.

[Hermes]

I'll try that, thanks bud

[Johal E32]

I chirped the tires shifting from 1 -> 2 yesterday.. ( in the 323i)

My Dad helped me wash and clay his new M5.

Only pic I have of it so far..

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8217/8397427336_c06722b8fb_b.jpg

Already changed the license plate frame to a BMW one :)

[nike001]

^You detail cars. I'm expecting to see that thing looking immaculate!

[Mtnman]

I just spent $8 at the laser wash only to learn my first lesson of owning a black car. Laser wash does nothing. So after spending the $8 i came home and hand washed the damn thing.
Edit: it still looks terrible. Im going to have to read up on washing black cars.

[(BMW)]

Love the back end of the M5.

[kayger12]

Pics or buy an orient blue super ZHP.

On the way home about an hour ago...
http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/20130120_145144_0.jpg

[Torxuvin]

Love the back end of the M5.

+1 I will own an e39 at some point. Such a handsome car

[Stu]

http://i.imgur.com/YLuQXcml.jpg

:thumbsup

[kayger12]

^Nice.

[Johal E32]

^You detail cars. I'm expecting to see that thing looking immaculate!

That's right!

I would detail it this weekend, but I would like to give the front end a full wetsand (too bad I'm out of 2k grit sand paper).. So I will need to order some, then I'll spend a good two days buffing it back to perfection. The paint is actually kind of dull in person, it lacks clarity, and is swirled like no other.. :(

I did detail the interior, used some Leather Masters and it came out like new! (The interior was already in fine shape when the car arrived :shifty )

I always thought M cars use Castrol 10w-60, this car car has sticker that says to use Castrol 5w-30.. Can anybody chime in here? Shouldn't this run on 10w-60 like it's S54 relative? Or is it okay with regular old 5w-30 BMW oil?

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8328/8398984767_819e185041_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8496/8400067690_a62dde4890_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8049/8398977201_0a2f98d6f4_c.jpg

Door panels are lovely.. So much leather..

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8503/8398983425_84c55600be_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8494/8400062760_2674e0f4dd_c.jpg

Shift lights are nice

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8185/8398971179_72528889ce_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8220/8398974543_c0a92e349e_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8330/8398969765_28b95dd819_c.jpg

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8356/8398968465_f26d3f61a5_c.jpg

5w-30 oil in a S62?!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8491/8398967075_1ee47ec287_c.jpg

[Hermes]

Love the back end of the M5.

how 'bout old school

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/S38B38/IMG_4889.jpg

[Johal E32]

how 'bout old school

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/S38B38/IMG_4889.jpg

E28's are a beaut. I love the exhaust pipes coming out of the center of the bumper..

[Hermes]

UUC on that one, but he needs to cut back the tips because its designed for a US bumper

[zhp43867]

I'll try that, thanks bud

Are you sure that isn't Cosmoline? If it is, a steam cleaning wand and Cosmonaut will be your best shot. The stuff is a massive PITA though.

[Hermes]

I'll do some research, just was wondering if somebody knew

[terraphantm]

That's right!

I would detail it this weekend, but I would like to give the front end a full wetsand (too bad I'm out of 2k grit sand paper).. So I will need to order some, then I'll spend a good two days buffing it back to perfection. The paint is actually kind of dull in person, it lacks clarity, and is swirled like no other.. :(

I did detail the interior, used some Leather Masters and it came out like new! (The interior was already in fine shape when the car arrived :shifty )

I always thought M cars use Castrol 10w-60, this car car has sticker that says to use Castrol 5w-30.. Can anybody chime in here? Shouldn't this run on 10w-60 like it's S54 relative? Or is it okay with regular old 5w-30 BMW oil?


That is controversial. Officially pre march-2000 M5s take 10w-60 and the newer ones take 5w-30. The only difference is that BMW changed the piston rings in the newer years.

Based on some investigation, it seems the 5w-30 was mostly a marketing decision and that the engineers feel 10w-60 is proper. Personally I would take the middle ground. 10w-60 in warmer months and LL-01 in winter months.

I personally do run 10w-60 year round in the M3, but it does not reach the same oil temps in the winter. I feel like the oil isn't reaching the ideal viscosity and that could be contributing to the rod bearing wear seen on some M3s and M5s.

That said if you drive the car *hard*, then 10w-60 is appropriate year round.

[zhpnsnv]

On the way home about an hour ago...
http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/20130120_145144_0.jpg

Noice!

[Mtnman]

Seeing as the 135 msport comes with ///m doorsills and wheel and shifter and deadpedal, i thought it needed these.

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/E80F957B-2EF8-47FA-84C6-09E90648583D-23049-00000B75B0FED10D.jpg

[Sockethead]

As for me, yesterday I ordered a new hood sensor as my OEM alarm goes off CONSTANTLY... Something I am trying to remedy, and the hood sensor seems to be the culprit.
.
Yea that's very common. We just disconnected it on the x5

[Sockethead]

Seeing as the 135 msport comes with ///m doorsills and wheel and shifter and deadpedal, i thought it needed these.

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/E80F957B-2EF8-47FA-84C6-09E90648583D-23049-00000B75B0FED10D.jpg

Kpro got the door sills for her 135. They were pretty inexpensive

[Mtnman]

Mine came with the m sills.....i think it a 09 vs 08 thing.

[kayger12]

Seeing as the 135 msport comes with ///m doorsills and wheel and shifter and deadpedal, i thought it needed these.

http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i398/booneflyfisher/E80F957B-2EF8-47FA-84C6-09E90648583D-23049-00000B75B0FED10D.jpg

Love those.

[Tnhl1989]

Thinking about adding that to the mod list. I love the whole M set up :)

[Dave_B]

Oil Change (first one)
BMW Cig lighter - USB port
Under carriage inspection during oil change - Car is new to me so I'm looking for what's been done, and where leaks are coming from.

[az3579]

I just spent $8 at the laser wash only to learn my first lesson of owning a black car. Laser wash does nothing. So after spending the $8 i came home and hand washed the damn thing.
Edit: it still looks terrible. Im going to have to read up on washing black cars.

Yeah... black is clean for approximately 1 minute 24 seconds after being washed. After that, you can start all over.

[Hermes]

I've only made it to 34 seconds :(

[Johal E32]

That is controversial. Officially pre march-2000 M5s take 10w-60 and the newer ones take 5w-30. The only difference is that BMW changed the piston rings in the newer years.

Based on some investigation, it seems the 5w-30 was mostly a marketing decision and that the engineers feel 10w-60 is proper. Personally I would take the middle ground. 10w-60 in warmer months and LL-01 in winter months.

I personally do run 10w-60 year round in the M3, but it does not reach the same oil temps in the winter. I feel like the oil isn't reaching the ideal viscosity and that could be contributing to the rod bearing wear seen on some M3s and M5s.

That said if you drive the car *hard*, then 10w-60 is appropriate year round.

Car is going to be a garage queen. My dad is super gentle with his cars, he would never abuse or drive it hard. His driving "hard" would be a 5k rpm upshift, and he will maybe do that once every other month :rofl

Sounds like 5w-30 it is..

[brettbimmer]

Airbag light went off again. Think I need to replace to driver seat belt buckle assembly. Or is there anyway to fix the current one?

I've done this about five times with my e36 in 250,000 miles. Think that the buckle latch must get some wear and trips the airbag light. Don't know of a fix other then replacement because of the gunpowder charge in it to tighten the belt in the event of a crash. I presume the e46 uses a similar setup.

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[JupiterBMW]

Well, I leave to go back to the ship (for real this time) tomorrow... So today, the ZHP got a wash, the first time I've washed it actually... I got her all clean and tucked into the garage to sleep for the next couple of months. I also removed the steering wheel so that I can ship it off in trade for an alcantara one. Once that wheel is received, I will be making my order with Coby... :biggrin

[Hermes]

Car is going to be a garage queen. My dad is super gentle with his cars, he would never abuse or drive it hard. His driving "hard" would be a 5k rpm upshift, and he will maybe do that once every other month :rofl

Sounds like 5w-30 it is..

^ no, Total and more driving weight!

PS, French oil for the win!

(I honestly wanna see who knows what I'm taking about.)

edit: your dad better bring the M5 Mazda Raceway this August...

[brettbimmer]

who knows how to deal with this yellowing? (I know how to get the rest looking good)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/S38B38/IMG_4890.jpg

JP, I believe you are referring to the Cosmoline that was never properly removed when she was shipped across the pond. It was to prevent the salt corrosion on the trip apparently, but the baked on stuff I don't have a clue how to remove aside from scraping/media blasting. If you find a 'solution' I'd love to hear about it!

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[Hermes]

he doesn't wanna take it apart for cleaning/paint... nuts/bolts on a euro spec B38 are one time useage :(

[brettbimmer]

I hear ya. I had it bad on the E30 that I rebuilt, but I ended up forking over some more $$ for a custom painted valve cover and intake for the M20. Apparently they use Cosmoline in the firearm world, so perhaps they may have a solution for removal. The difficulty is that it should've been removed when the car was originally taken off the boat when she was new, but many, many of them never had the proper removal done and above is the result. :crying

[brettbimmer]

JP, in doing some online searching, here is what I have found. Both of these companies I know that you probably already know. I have used both Wurth and Zymol products, though neither cleaner listed here. Nonetheless, may be wurth :shift a try.

"I've found 2 products effective at removing cosmoline from painted surfaces and engine compartments. There are other strong solvents on the market that will do the job but many will damage the cars finish. Zymol has a product called Strik which is a non-caustic, non-acidic citrus base cleaner that will remove cosmoline and grease from all surfaces. I use Zymol products on my own cars and have found them to be effective and easy to use, although a bit pricey. A bottle (8oz) of Strik retails for $19.95 and can be purchased through mail order houses for somewhat less. The second product is made by Wurth of Germany and is called "Citrus Based Solvent Degreaser". This product is similar to the Zymol Strik, although somewhat more concentrated (can be diluted with 9 parts water). A can of Wurth Degreaser retails for $19.95 but is 18oz. This product is 100% biodegradeable with no harmful vapors.
Both products are excellent but the latter is a better value and comes highly recommended by the Porsche Club concours guru, John Paterak. "

Ok - more reading - once the stuff has been heat-cycled for years, best seems to be a scouring pad, very hot water and a lot of elbow grease.

[Crickett]

I've done this about five times with my e36 in 250,000 miles. Think that the buckle latch must get some wear and trips the airbag light. Don't know of a fix other then replacement because of the gunpowder charge in it to tighten the belt in the event of a crash. I presume the e46 uses a similar setup.

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I'd try to get the actual error code read, it should say exactly what needs replacing / fixed. I've had the airbag light twice now: first was for the passenger occupancy sensor (did the "always-occupied" resistor workaround), & the second (& current) is for the "belt tensioner, driver" cable's resistance being too high. I was able to get the error to go away once by fiddling with the said cable a bit, but it came back. The cable's ~$15 from Tischer (P/N 52 10 8 255 704).

[derbo]

Installing AL xenons with ZKW lenses.....as we speak.

I like this. Hope you are documenting Dane. I would love to see a side by side shot with one done and one AL


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[static667]

Changed out the old throttle body, cleared codes, and DME adapts. I think that's got it...I really hope it is finally done.

[Go Horns!]

Finally got the G.A.S. coolant cap on. I guess it is time to detail the engine bay.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8225/8401118680_0001579e18.jpg

Got to do some driving around town after I got it on. Coolant needle right were it should be.

[Pip]

Finally got the G.A.S. coolant cap on. I guess it is time to detail the engine bay.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8225/8401118680_0001579e18.jpg

Got to do some driving around town after I got it on. Coolant needle right were it should be.

The red cap looks great on imola :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Changed out the old throttle body, cleared codes, and DME adapts. I think that's got it...I really hope it is finally done.

That's good news Kyle! :thumbsup Let's hope that's all you need to do....god knows you have been through enough! ;)


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[danewilson77]

On the way home about an hour ago...
http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/20130120_145144_0.jpg

:drool

[Tnhl1989]

:drool

Is it me or are the side markers on the bumper? That seems a little different.

[danewilson77]

Is it me or are the side markers on the bumper? That seems a little different.

You mean the reflectors on the bumper?

His side markers are blended into the reflection. You can barely see them.
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[JupiterBMW]

You mean the reflectors on the bumper?

His side markers are blended into the reflection. You can barely see them.
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Yeah, the bumper location is just a reflector, but damn, I didn't even notice the sidemarkers. I even zoomed in and I can't make them out. Almost like Keith had them removed... Interesting shot! :thumbsup

[kayger12]

Is it me or are the side markers on the bumper? That seems a little different.


You mean the reflectors on the bumper?

His side markers are blended into the reflection. You can barely see them.
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Yeah, the bumper location is just a reflector, but damn, I didn't even notice the sidemarkers. I even zoomed in and I can't make them out. Almost like Keith had them removed... Interesting shot! :thumbsup

Yeah, side marker got blown out by the sun. It's exactly where the reflection from the sun is.

Shows you how different SGM looks in direct sun vs shade. You can see how much deeper/darker the paint looks on the hood vs the side of the car that's exposed to direct sunlight.

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[kayger12]

What's weird is how the snapseed filter processed the top of the windshield.

I don't have a tint strip there, but it looks like I do.

Edit: just looked at it blown up. It's the reflection of the brick tower in the background.

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[zhp43867]

JP, in doing some online searching, here is what I have found. Both of these companies I know that you probably already know. I have used both Wurth and Zymol products, though neither cleaner listed here. Nonetheless, may be wurth :shift a try.

"I've found 2 products effective at removing cosmoline from painted surfaces and engine compartments. There are other strong solvents on the market that will do the job but many will damage the cars finish. Zymol has a product called Strik which is a non-caustic, non-acidic citrus base cleaner that will remove cosmoline and grease from all surfaces. I use Zymol products on my own cars and have found them to be effective and easy to use, although a bit pricey. A bottle (8oz) of Strik retails for $19.95 and can be purchased through mail order houses for somewhat less. The second product is made by Wurth of Germany and is called "Citrus Based Solvent Degreaser". This product is similar to the Zymol Strik, although somewhat more concentrated (can be diluted with 9 parts water). A can of Wurth Degreaser retails for $19.95 but is 18oz. This product is 100% biodegradeable with no harmful vapors.
Both products are excellent but the latter is a better value and comes highly recommended by the Porsche Club concours guru, John Paterak. "

Ok - more reading - once the stuff has been heat-cycled for years, best seems to be a scouring pad, very hot water and a lot of elbow grease.

I've used Strik. It streaks :rofl

I don't think it'd cut it on Cosmoline though. It's worth a shot I guess.

Here's what I was thinking:

http://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/detailing-101/185385-prima-cosmonot-cosmoline-remover.htmlhttp://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/detailing-101/185385-prima-cosmonot-cosmoline-remover.html

http://www.autogeek.net/prima-cosmonot.html

The bad news is that Cosmoline gets harder to remove the more that it sits IIRC.

[static667]

Check engine light is back. I'll plug in the computer tonight and see whats up. I hate my car right now. :(

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[johnrando]

I just spent $8 at the laser wash only to learn my first lesson of owning a black car. Laser wash does nothing. So after spending the $8 i came home and hand washed the damn thing.
Edit: it still looks terrible. Im going to have to read up on washing black cars.

Don't know any real tricks, except to trick your mind. Never look at it nor judge it in direct sunlight. It's kinda like a vampire, direct sunlight is the enemy. It will look like crap no matter what you do. Now, shade or not direct sunlight... that's when you judge it, and appreciate it's beauty.

[brettbimmer]

Check engine light is back. I'll plug in the computer tonight and see whats up. I hate my car right now. :(

Sent from my yet to be hacked GS3.

If it makes you feel any better, I have once again thrown the good 'ole airbag light in the E36 AGAIN...for probably the tenth time for the same (unrepairable reason).:blink:foottap

[nike001]

Got my car scanned at BMW (employee + made mechanic friends = free scan :) )

Results turned up still lean on Bank 2, but the tech found a torn intake boot and he checked my disa valve and it was gargling up some water so I guess there's a leak there too. I'll wait to get home to research my DISA options

[Stu]

I went on a 2 hour trek to get a Duralast 49-DL battery.

I had to go to 3 stores! I took my battery out 3 times.

Each store said they had it in stock, but they really didn't. Frustrating. I think I drove about 50 miles today.

Upon opening my battery compartment, I found the bottom was covered in black, awful gunk all on the inside of it. I cleaned it out very well with SimpleGreen. Needless to say, I think that battery was leaking and completely shot.

Finally got the 49DL in there, it didn't clamp down in the battery compartment properly.

I found this weird little white block just hanging around in the bottom of the compartment. I placed it under the clamp and used it as sort of a spacer to press the battery in place. Worked great!

[az3579]

^ And voila, your electrical problems are no more.




(right?)

[Stu]

We'll hope for the best :eeps

I'm assuming that was the problem. The battery was corroded at the top and was definitely overcharged. It was rated for 630cca, and it had 830cca in it. That black gunk all over the bottom also indicated it was not happy.

I hope that solves my electrical issues.

Plus, the Duralast 49-DL looks cool ;)

Turns out the Duralast 49-DL is being discontinued, so do not go to AutoZone for this anymore. Go to Pep Boys and ask for the Bosch Group 49 battery. It's identical in CCA and whatnot. It is about $100, but frequently goes on sale for $63.

[das boots]

What a fantastic weather to be in the 70s.....a perfect time to clean wheels, wash and wax right smack in the middle of winter.

[Tnhl1989]

Lucky you man. It's pouring snow here. I can't even go for a car wash if I wanted to. Here is the weather here :(

http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/hadley-ma/01035/daily-weather-forecast/337_pc

[das boots]

But the price we pay to have this weather........

[zhpnsnv]

Today I took the really long way home from work (commute is 2 miles) to get the oil properly up to temp since I can't do that in the am. Took it to redline once.

[danewilson77]

Finished up my headlight install, and detailed the Mini. Cutoff pics are in the Lighting Forum.

[328ioc]

Oil Change (first one)
BMW Cig lighter - USB port
Under carriage inspection during oil change - Car is new to me so I'm looking for what's been done, and where leaks are coming from.

Can you still close the lid with the USB thing in there?

I want to buy one but I would like to be able to close the lid without taking it out.

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[Torxuvin]

I take mine out when I'm not using it

[Dave_B]

Can you still close the lid with the USB thing in there?


I read you could not and bought one anyway.

I'm happy to report however that you CAN close your lid with this installed.

[328ioc]

Awesome. Do you happen to have a pic? I wanna make sure its the same one my dealer has

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[BimmerWill]

Washed that car to get the various dirt and grime off of it from the snow we had this past friday. Debating on changing the tranny fluid but the garage has too much stuff in it atm :(

[RITmusic2k]

Installed a new fuel pump on Sunday. My car can move under its own power again!

[Dave_B]

Awesome. Do you happen to have a pic? I wanna make sure its the same one my dealer has

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Here ya go. Please excuse some of the scratched interior bits. Those will be replaced soon.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb133/00h2itr/AA5320C2-C502-4ED5-9C70-84807DF0E176-20464-00000BDB49F35712.jpg

Also, if you have not purchased yet...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-USB-Charger-/110996452567?pt=Car_Audio_Video&hash=item19d7e774d7&vxp=mtr

$18.50 shipped from Braman. That's where I got mine and seemed to be the cheapest place on the web.

[danewilson77]

Def picking that up.

[alexandre]

I got this one: http://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Powerjolt-Universal-Micro-Colors/dp/B0042B9U8Q/

[Dave_B]

I too looked at the Griffin.

Reasons I went with the OEM BMW one were:

Not pictured (can take one if requested) is that half of the silver ring flips up so that you can remove it fairly easily. The griffin while sits flush is near impossible to remove.

Also, the OEM one has the green light that matches the interior perfectly.

[alexandre]

Good point on the removal. I needed 2 ports anyway... But the BMW unit at $18 is definitely a good deal for an OEM accessory. ebmwparts has it for $18.25 but that's excluding shipping. In case Braman BMW pricing goes up.

[Hermes]

decided on what to use for my next oil change:

Total Quartz Energy 9000 0W-30
http://maslenka.net/published/publicdata/MASLENKA/attachments/SC/products_pictures/Total%20Quartz%20Energy%209000%200w30_enl.jpg

http://img.docstoccdn.com/thumb/orig/94595216.png

[danewilson77]

Well....would you look at that? Just look at it!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EF8GhC-T_Mo

[das boots]

decided on what to use for my next oil change:

Total Quartz Energy 9000 0W-30
http://maslenka.net/published/publicdata/MASLENKA/attachments/SC/products_pictures/Total%20Quartz%20Energy%209000%200w30_enl.jpg

http://img.docstoccdn.com/thumb/orig/94595216.png

That's what I use on my E30 M3.

[328ioc]

Here ya go. Please excuse some of the scratched interior bits. Those will be replaced soon.

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb133/00h2itr/AA5320C2-C502-4ED5-9C70-84807DF0E176-20464-00000BDB49F35712.jpg

Also, if you have not purchased yet...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-USB-Charger-/110996452567?pt=Car_Audio_Video&hash=item19d7e774d 7&vxp=mtr

$18.50 shipped from Braman. That's where I got mine and seemed to be the cheapest place on the web.

That is great. I will stop by the dealer tomorrow and check their pricing.

Thanks for the pics and info!

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[az3579]

decided on what to use for my next oil change:

Total Quartz Energy 9000 0W-30
http://maslenka.net/published/publicdata/MASLENKA/attachments/SC/products_pictures/Total%20Quartz%20Energy%209000%200w30_enl.jpg

http://img.docstoccdn.com/thumb/orig/94595216.png

What made you go with that? I've never heard of that one before.



Well....would you look at that? Just look at it!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EF8GhC-T_Mo

You.........


... had me DYING! :rofl

[Hermes]

What made you go with that? I've never heard of that one before

Total is a great French oil company, I just wasn't sure which would be the proper oil for our cars. These were the possible choices:

Total Quartz Energy 9000 5W40 = semi-synthetic; API Group III, hydrocracked 'dino' oil
Total Quartz Energy 9000 0W30 = full synthetic; min. API Group IV (PAO, esters, etc.)

After my research I determined that the 0-30 is the one I'm gonna run. Also, I like to run as small a variance between the two weights as possible so there is as little detergent/additives in my oil possible.

Also, if you decide to do this like I did make sure you buy the one badged ENERGY. There is a Quartz 9000 and Quartz Future 9000, those are not good for us.

Edit: BP, here is where you should be able to get some near you (per Total Lubricants USA - where to buy (http://www.total-us.com/lub/lubusa.nsf/VS_OPM/796FBA448A7DA2FCC125733000621BF5?OpenDocument))

Danbury Audi
29 Sugar Hollow Road, 06810, Danbury
Tel: 800 558-2533
www.danbury-audi.com

Danbury Volkswagen
29 Sugar Hollow Road, 06810, Danbury
Tel: 866 676-1111
www.danburyvolkswagen.com

Import Cars of Stamford
377 Elf Street, 06902, Stamford
Tel: 203 323-3486

[johnrando]

Not exactly what I immediately did for my BMW, but since William did donated some items tonight, I can say I picked a few things up for my car. But really I'm posting to say had a good evening with William (wsmeyer), Jon (jupiterbmw) talking cars, etc. Also at the same time texting with Charlie (cakm3) talking mods and a couple of texts to Kevin (ritmusic2k). So, you could call it a mini/virtual mafia reunion. Always good to see those guys.

[Hermes]

I was gonna try to make it but it got too late before I got off work to battle northbound traffic, maybe next time

[Ryans323i]

Not exactly what I immediately did for my BMW, but since William did donated some items tonight, I can say I picked a few things up for my car. But really I'm posting to say had a good evening with William (wsmeyer), Jon (jupiterbmw) talking cars, etc. Also at the same time texting with Charlie (cakm3) talking mods and a couple of texts to Kevin (ritmusic). So, you could call it a mini/virtual mafia reunion. Always good to see those guys.

Did Jon tell you how many times I expressed my love for you at our NC meet? :biggrin

[johnrando]

No, but funny, cuz I expressed the same to him about you! :biggrin

[Ryans323i]

:rofl


http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aYm1eAlV36M/T73dawU7OfI/AAAAAAAAEik/chhWPLkcAHo/s1600/helovesme.jpg

[JupiterBMW]

Yes, lots of love... Oh and John, I hope you and William are paying for that 'Chili Colorado' this morning... That stuff was good, but not so awesome the next day!!!

Super good times last night, always good to see you guys, and next time, hopefully the paddles are set to go again, that is a cool mod!

JP- William and I were actually at the Yard House until about 10:30 or so. It was a good time, but I'm freaking wiped now... Ah well, good times, we'll have to plan it all again. Oh! I actually looked at the inside of William's e-brake handle (he has the same BMW performance style, similar to mine but with the groove like you explained... I see what needs to be done now, I will work on it when I have time. It'll all be guess work, but it shouldn't be too hard at all...

[danewilson77]

These. $2.38 shipped...hehe. I love the old skoool packaging.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/LEDLicenseplatebulbs.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG2180.jpg

[static667]

Had the codes checked at Auto Zone. Lean bank one and lean bank two. I'm very certain that there are no vacuum leaks, the DISA is new, ICV is clean as a whistle, and the throttle body is brand new. I'm kinda lost on what next. I'm still getting some throttle lag when taking off in first. Could it be my O2 sensors or maybe my DME flash didn't take?

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[midlandtech]

My vote is O2 sensor

[Torxuvin]

Checked the fitment on the splitters. It works. Will put them on following the next wash

[MiniD]

Good to hear, Cameron. Can't wait to see em' on.

[nike001]

Had the codes checked at Auto Zone. Lean bank one and lean bank two. I'm very certain that there are no vacuum leaks, the DISA is new, ICV is clean as a whistle, and the throttle body is brand new. I'm kinda lost on what next. I'm still getting some throttle lag when taking off in first. Could it be my O2 sensors or maybe my DME flash didn't take?


Same problem here, but only Bank 2. I have a torn intake boot & a leaky seal on my DISA valve. Pour some water on your DISA valve and see if you hear it gargling it (a BMW tech taught me this trick)

If it was an o2 sensor, wouldn't it give it's own codes?

[Johal E32]

These. $2.38 shipped...hehe. I love the old skoool packaging.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/LEDLicenseplatebulbs.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG2180.jpg

Where do they go? Interior lights? Or for the license plate lights?

[danewilson77]

license plate. Not sue now though....looking at the bulbs. The LP bulbs are "coned" on the end....so who knows.

These bulbs originated from the reverse LED thread.

[Dave_B]

Please provide feedback on them. I'm going to be looking into LED's soon for various things.

[zhp43867]

I've had good luck with the newer Khoalty bulbs. Their service seems a bit shifty of late though if you have any problems (from what I've heard).

Any input on good bulbs for the stock inside (trunk) light bulb? I've been looking for some that fit- and haven't found a good match yet.

[Hermes]

the current pile of to be installed parts for the green car, but still not sure which struts I wanna use

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/59C8D901-BDCE-48EE-B4C2-5B9CDC99E722-289-000000283C8789A1.jpg

[derbo]

I've had good luck with the newer Khoalty bulbs. Their service seems a bit shifty of late though if you have any problems (from what I've heard).

Any input on good bulbs for the stock inside (trunk) light bulb? I've been looking for some that fit- and haven't found a good match yet.

Derek,

I would go with the larger LED boards with a wire with a spring loaded contact. This way you will have a larger board that sits on the side and has better output than a small LED..

I'm using one of these at the current moment.

http://a3.l3-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/130/59b490ba2b5b4bdeb4b4952f4ec5e123/l.jpg

[Ryans323i]

I got the leather manual case, I bought from Jon, in the mail yesterday. I was able to get the sticky stuff off with goo-gone. Holds my manual nicely and tidies up the glove compartment. I'm a happy OCD camper.

[nike001]

Got in my car this morning and my seats were frozen solid. I plopped in and I'm pretty sure my ass bounced. They were like rocks, so I helped it thaw a bit by using the seat warmers throughout my commute. They were still frozen a bit when I got to school (~25min away) so I kinda jumped and when I came down they finally broke free and I had some cushioning.

It was 1 Degree.

[Ryans323i]

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

[johnrando]

Got in my car this morning and my seats were frozen solid. I plopped in and I'm pretty sure my ass bounced. They were like rocks, so I helped it thaw a bit by using the seat warmers throughout my commute. They were still frozen a bit when I got to school (~25min away) so I kinda jumped and when I came down they finally broke free and I had some cushioning.

It was 1 Degree.

Better that than "1 direction". Sorry, couldn't resist, my daughter loves them. I'd never heard of frozen seat before, that's cray! :)

[nike001]

Better that than "1 direction". Sorry, couldn't resist, my daughter loves them. I'd never heard of frozen seat before, that's cray! :)

:rofl I never expected them to be frozen either. I never heard of that happening, and I was actually afraid of using the heated seats in fear that the heat generated would catch fire to the frozen material.

The car sleeps outside though. It hasn't moved since yesterday around 11AM so it hung out for about 21.5hrs in sub-12 degree weather.

[Ryans323i]

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

I'll say it again.

[cakM3]

that's cold Dalton! brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

[danewilson77]

br

[Ryans323i]

br

rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

[terraphantm]

:rofl I never expected them to be frozen either. I never heard of that happening, and I was actually afraid of using the heated seats in fear that the heat generated would catch fire to the frozen material.

The car sleeps outside though. It hasn't moved since yesterday around 11AM so it hung out for about 21.5hrs in sub-12 degree weather.

hmm, my car was parked outside overnight and my seats felt fine (asides for being freaking cold). It was 5° over here.

rest of my car wasn't very happy. Starter sounded a bit strained (that oil must have been essentially solid), my coolant light came on (turned off after heating up a little), and my rear shocks were clunking (at least I think it was my shocks - hopefully my subframe didn't decide to tear on me)

[terraphantm]

Same problem here, but only Bank 2. I have a torn intake boot & a leaky seal on my DISA valve. Pour some water on your DISA valve and see if you hear it gargling it (a BMW tech taught me this trick)

If it was an o2 sensor, wouldn't it give it's own codes?

not necessarily. the o2 readings are how the car decides if it is running lean or rich. So they could fail in a way where the readings give a false positive. But since you have a bad disa seal and a torn intake, i'd say those are the cause of your codes (only bank two showing as bad still bugs me though)

[Ryans323i]

Like the new thread tittle.

[Sockethead]

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.


I'll say it again.


that's cold Dalton! brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!


br


rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Hahahaha! Yea, It was 12 degrees here this morning... I guess winter finally decided to show up :mad

[zhp43867]

Got in my car this morning and my seats were frozen solid. I plopped in and I'm pretty sure my ass bounced. They were like rocks, so I helped it thaw a bit by using the seat warmers throughout my commute. They were still frozen a bit when I got to school (~25min away) so I kinda jumped and when I came down they finally broke free and I had some cushioning.

It was 1 Degree.

Musta been all that fluid in your seat cushion. :shift


Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

It's the Birdman brrrrrrrrr

[cakM3]

'bout time winter showed up!!!! Now that means we will be that much closer to the reunion :)

I was lucky enough to get the dreaded SES light but quickly figured out that my gas cap was the source of this problem. Coincidence since I just installed my Corsa exhaust. Anyway, I purchased a replacement gas cap for my ZHP today and replaced the faulty one. :)

[Avetiso]

Failed my CHP inspection today because of my airbag light. Now I have to replace my pretensioner, wiring harness, and buy a computer to reset the codes. =/

[Newjack]

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

http://theapod.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/gucci-mane.jpg

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[Hornung418]

http://theapod.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/gucci-mane.jpg

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Been waiting for you to chime in with all this Gucci talk :rofl

[Johal E32]

Dad called the PO of the M5 today to ask if they still had the valet key, or the second key.. The owner said "sorry, we threw it away". :rofl

We got the car from a dealer who received it as a trade in from the orignal owner, meaning the dealer probably gave the owner very little money for the car.. And they decide to throw away the extra keys to their old $80,000 car.. Some people just have too much money to care about things like this..

[das boots]

Failed my CHP inspection today because of my airbag light. Now I have to replace my pretensioner, wiring harness, and buy a computer to reset the codes. =/

How did you end up having a CHP inspection? Are they a requirement in Sacramento? 1st time I've heard of a CHP inspection......

[BRGcoopahS]

like the title change

[Johal E32]

How did you end up having a CHP inspection? Are they a requirement in Sacramento? 1st time I've heard of a CHP inspection......

I think it is to check if his car is safe for CA roads. He bought his car with body damage (salvage) and he fixed it up

[Vas]

Chp is California highway patrol. They do inspections for vehicles that are salvage and go over the car checking everything to make sure it passes and is deemed safe. They also check receipts so the parts are not stolen.

You should have expected to fail it with the airbag light.

[das boots]

I had to do a salvage inspection prior to registration. But it has to be done on a shop approved by DMV. And turn back in to DMV with results for proper registration. There was never any CHP invovled.

[danewilson77]

like the title change

Hehe....I had to go there. I think it's appropriate...now.

[Avetiso]

Chp is California highway patrol. They do inspections for vehicles that are salvage and go over the car checking everything to make sure it passes and is deemed safe. They also check receipts so the parts are not stolen.

You should have expected to fail it with the airbag light.

I know it was a noob thing to do, but none of my cars have ever been referred. Oh well, it's free. I'll just fix it and retest. I didn't really know they checked it.

As far as safety goes, they don't dig into it too much. I could have easily removed the fuse for the airbag light and passed had I known they would care about it. I've seen some pretty unsafe cars get through CHP.

Mostly, it is for stolen parts. Not trying to sound racist, but there are a lot of Mexicans and Asians in California that are infatuated with Honda's and other JDM marques. This leads to a very high theft rate of parts and cars. Often what people will do it buy a car off auction, steal a bunch of parts, and then register the car. You'll never find the parts after that, so they do CHP inspections where they go through every single receipt and check for parts. They can get very brutal in their investigations, but they are usually easy on Euro brands because theft of parts isn't an issue with them like it is with JDM. The only reason they sent my car is because it is out of state (New Mexico).

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[Hermes]

I had to do a salvage inspection prior to registration. But it has to be done on a shop approved by DMV. And turn back in to DMV with results for proper registration. There was never any CHP invovled.

on which car? not the ///M...

[mLuMaN83]

Gave her a wash and a quick interior cleanup. Nuthin special.

[JupiterBMW]

I got the leather manual case, I bought from Jon, in the mail yesterday. I was able to get the sticky stuff off with goo-gone. Holds my manual nicely and tidies up the glove compartment. I'm a happy OCD camper.

Awesome! I was thinking Goo Gone might do the trick, but I didn't have any. Glad you're happy with it! Enjoy! :)

[das boots]

on which car? not the ///M...

Nope.....it's a Toyota. Long story. Ask Ian next time the whole story. He was the one that caused the situation. LOL.

[Hermes]

Nope.....it's a Toyota. Long story. Ask Ian next time the whole story. He was the one that caused the situation. LOL.

really? I'll send him a message later...

[JupiterBMW]

Just ordered the last set of stealth bulbs for my sidemarkers, as well as OEM locking lug nuts.. And thanks to TMS for the free 2013 calendar! :biggrin

[Johal E32]

Just ordered the last set of stealth bulbs for my sidemarkers, as well as OEM locking lug nuts.. And thanks to TMS for the free 2013 calendar! :biggrin

Nice! I need to order some stealth bulbs for my Dad's new M5. I like subtle touch's like stealth bulbs, valve stem caps, roundel's etc.. I think they really help te car stand out from the others.

Looks like sometime this year I will hand the keys to my touring over to my dad (he doesn't want to rack up the miles on the M5), and I will start driving my Grandpa's old 1976 Cutlass Supreme, all original, with only 136k miles :)

Of course, my dad will let me take the touring back every once in awhile, but for the most part I am going to let him take it..

[nike001]

Lol Johal, lets not kid ourselves here

You're looking to hand the keys to the touring over in hopes of getting the m5 keys in return :rofl

[Torxuvin]

Can you blame him? :biggrin

[Tnhl1989]

Just picked up the f10 m5 knob for the zhp :)

[Sockethead]

Just picked up the f10 m5 knob for the zhp :)

Pics.... can you get a full interior shot with the new knob?

[Tnhl1989]

Pics.... can you get a full interior shot with the new knob?

Once I fix the pins on the silver cube trim. I got to cut some plastic to make the silver cube as oem looking as possible since I just don't want to epoxy them into place. Also I have the the oem headunit with the relocation kit already put into place. So it's a big gap under the oem headunit right now. All in all it doesn't look too nice now.

I keep on replying to the emails I get from the threads by mistake. My bad Marcus.

[cakM3]

Just picked up the f10 m5 knob for the zhp :)

Tony, I'd like to see a pic with the new F10 shift knob placed by the ZHP shift knob. It would be nice to see a side-by-side comparison :thumbsup

[terraphantm]

Tony, I'd like to see a pic with the new F10 shift knob placed by the ZHP shift knob. It would be nice to see a side-by-side comparison :thumbsup

Main difference is its slightly thicker at the back of the top, I guess to fit the lighting hardware. Makes the knob appear more flat than the zhp knob. It's not really noticeable except when side by side. Feels about the same when driving.

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn273/M3-6spd/BC2F290C-D213-4D4B-BE0A-5A7A806C3538-6977-000004FF7813BF90.jpg

Keep in mind he's holding the m5 knob above the table, so it looks bigger than it really is

[nike001]

^Well, that WAS on my to-do list.. lol. Damn car priorities.

Anyways, Got my LED reverse lights from China yesterday. Only took 22 days for it to arrive. They're nice and white and not blue, thank god.

[jayjay_dee]

Saw this post on XOutpost and thought I would share it with you guys...:rofl

7042

Follow the link for pics of the fooking tire... :rofl
http://www.xoutpost.com/916633-post1645.html

[Ryans323i]

Lol :rofl

[jayjay_dee]

Lol :rofl

I actually thought about you Ry after reading that, thinking if every woman driver is like you, things like that wont happen... lol...

The worst (so far) that my wife did to our e70 was put a nice dent on the rear bumper, oh wait, the e70 has back up camera? :facepalm

[Ryans323i]

Well thanks for the compliment!

[danewilson77]

I actually thought about you Ry after reading that, thinking if every woman driver is like you, things like that wont happen... lol...

The worst (so far) that my wife did to our e70 was put a nice dent on the rear bumper, oh wait, the e70 has back up camera? :facepalm

LMAO!

[zhpnsnv]

Curbed one of my winter wheels this am. Idiot.

[Tnhl1989]

Curbed one of my winter wheels this am. Idiot.

I think my jack lift situation is worst. It happened yesterday too :(

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=7038&d=1358986173

[Stu]

Getting an alignment + balance on Monday. The road salt showed me that my left front wheel is riding a little too close to the edges, and I really do not want noisy tires. Plus, I want a straight wheel again.

I have a $39.99 for $120.00 Groupon at Import Performance that's about to expire on the 30th.

$170 - $120 + $39.99 = $89.99 for 4-wheel alignment + balance? Not bad at all.

[Avetiso]

Getting an alignment + balance on Monday. The road salt showed me that my left front wheel is riding a little too close to the edges, and I really do not want noisy tires. Plus, I want a straight wheel again.

I have a $39.99 for $120.00 Groupon at Import Performance that's about to expire on the 30th.

$170 - $120 + $39.99 = $89.99 for 4-wheel alignment + balance? Not bad at all.

That's kind of pricey

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[johnrando]

That's not bad at all in my neck of the woods.

[Pip]

I imagine $90 isn't too bad. I know a shop in downtown Sac that does It for roughly $80, but if you know a better place please share since I'm in your area.

On topic: sold my hotchkis lowering springs today = extra mod money.

[Avetiso]

I imagine $90 isn't too bad. I know a shop in downtown Sac that does It for roughly $80, but if you know a better place please share since I'm in your area.

On topic: sold my hotchkis lowering springs today = extra mod money.
Galveston Street in West Sac. Guy named Serge does great work for $40. When I still had my Jetta, he actually shifted my subframe (with the help of his employee) and did alignment for $80. If you need a number message me. It's good stuff.

Realized that sounds kinda confusing. Alignment = $40. Alignment plus subframe work was $80.

[johnrando]

I've never heard of a $40 alignment, that's great!

[danewilson77]

Anything < $100 for an alignment is good.

[Imola.ZHP]

Spilled my OJ in her while getting booze out of the car from the liquor store...

*face palm*

Why do I always try to carry everything in at once? The garage is directly attached to the house...

[Avetiso]

Spilled my OJ in her while getting booze out of the car from the liquor store...

*face palm*

Why do I always try to carry everything in at once? The garage is directly attached to the house...
When things like this happen to me, I usually scold myself for being an idiot. Until I do it again. :p

[Whitexi]

It says Mini now.... :eeps

I got so far

Mini floor liners front and rear
Mini trunk liner
Mini JCW shift nob
cravenspeed no hole front plate holder

My GF gives me side glances every time she sees me on a site for Mini, she knows im shopping lol but she accepts my addiction!

[danewilson77]

It says Mini now.... :eeps

I got so far

Mini floor liners front and rear
Mini trunk liner
Mini JCW shift nob
cravenspeed no hole front plate holder

My GF gives me side glances every time she sees me on a site for Mini, she knows im shopping lol but she accepts my addiction!

What's your go to place for mini parts?

[Whitexi]

What's your go to place for mini parts?

I have been back and forth between Outmotoring and PrestigeMini ( has an ebay store thru there dealer ) and Cravenspeed. Theres a few otheres but I haven't gone fully exploring yet. Im trying to research a few places before just ordering since this is all new to me. I mainly will be dealing with OEM items tho.

[danewilson77]

OK..Will scheck em out.

[nike001]

What's this MINI I see in your sig now DW?

I must have missed something..

[danewilson77]

What's this MINI I see in your sig now DW?

I must have missed something..

You did Sir.

[Whitexi]

Oh and a winter tire set of Sparco Terra wheels and Michelin Alpin snows, almost forgot that.

[danewilson77]

Oh and a winter tire set of Sparco Terra wheels and Michelin Alpin snows, almost forgot that.

:drool

[Johal E32]

Lol Johal, lets not kid ourselves here

You're looking to hand the keys to the touring over in hopes of getting the m5 keys in return :rofl

Yeah, lol.

I have already taken it out for a cruise, it is a pretty sweet whip. I babied it (kept it under 3.5k rpms), it just felt like a normal car to be honest. I know the car is very capable when you hit the accelerator, but it feels like a very nice and luxurious yet sporty car.. I really liked it. The Getrag 6 speed tranny is awesome.

I need to make a parts/budget list for the Cutlass with my Dad.. Planning to sem-restore it.. So far it needs, new tires (Kumho white walls will be the replacement), new shocks (Bilsteins), new battery (Costco brand, the old Costco battery lasted 17 years :shifty ), new carburetor (my uncle got us one for free! ), fix the transmission leak (and the torque converter may have taken a poo..)

Then move on to the cosmetics. Fix a small tear in the rear seats. A good clean (been parked for a few years), and possible some paint work (gotta make her purrrfect)

[Hermes]

put a new 80deg thermostat in the E21... likely will get some mpg from the 9deg rise but mainly I'm hoping for an operational heater.

Ordered a radiator so I can completely overhaul the cooling system at the same time, but the t-stat on M10s is external so it was easy to do (on and off) in the parking lot at work today while helping customers

[Imola.ZHP]

Just got done with a vacuum job and interior plastic shine up. I bought the Meguire's equivalent to armorall a few weeks back and just tried it for the first time. I really like it, as do I like most Meguire's products...

That spill from earlier in the day though, its in a tough spot, I'm going to have to remove the passenger seat to clean the carpet >=-/



http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb133/00h2itr/AA5320C2-C502-4ED5-9C70-84807DF0E176-20464-00000BDB49F35712.jpg

Also, if you have not purchased yet...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-USB-Charger-/110996452567?pt=Car_Audio_Video&hash=item19d7e774d7&vxp=mtr


Also, just ordered this, thanks for the link! I had $2.XX in ebay "bucks" about to expire, so why not...

[Hermes]

That spill from earlier in the day though, its in a tough spot, I'm going to have to remove the passenger seat to clean the carpet &gt;=-/

make sure to disconnect your battery first so the seat sensor doesn't play havoc with the airbag light

[danewilson77]

make sure to disconnect your battery first so the seat sensor doesn't play havoc with the airbag light

:thumbsup

[Stu]

That's kind of pricey

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I would've expected to pay about $80-100 for an alignment and then $40 for a balance, so I'm pretty happy with the deal.

[Hermes]

I might go pick up some wheels for the E21 today, stay tuned...

[Torxuvin]

The good alignment places (that do race setups, high end, etc) here are like 120-180.

[Pip]

Bought a early birthday present. I used the mafia amazon link and it'll require a retune. I also bought a OBD cable to hopefully turn off my DRLs. Just need to study up on coding.

[quikryptonite]

The sticker on my hood roundel froze off this week. Just ordered a new one from ECS, along with seven quarts of oil and a filter. Sure hope it warms up soon.

[Hermes]

teaser

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/7B95269F-6889-4464-9F87-E31C4E5C1F92-2137-00000311BF0FBF49.jpg

[danewilson77]

Nice!

[Avetiso]

It's asking for 135's.

[Hermes]

it's dark out, will get a better one soon when I can get under a streetlamp. See if you can guess exactly what these rare wheels are ?

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/CF8D829C-5625-4B51-993B-4632B2D4EFDE-2137-00000311B24FC74D.jpg

[Hermes]

Really... no guesses yet (at least from those who don't know what they are)?

another non-descript pic... I haz close upz

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/B4E7E288-854B-4B2F-84AD-3003E5DDE1E3-2137-000003498C81D01D.jpg

[Ryans323i]

Themz BBS?

[Hermes]

yup...

[Vas]

Looks cool

[Stu]

I wish I had access to a lift :(

I e-mailed the community college near here that has an automotive program.

They promptly said no way.

[Johal E32]

I wish I had access to a lift :(

I e-mailed the community college near here that has an automotive program.

They promptly said no way.

Same. I would definitely DIY pretty much everything if I had a lift, or had access to a lift nearby.

[zhp43867]

yup...

Dunno. There are too many slight variations of weaves...

The car's looking good though!

[Hermes]

thanks everybody.

they are actually a perfect set of E21 320is 13x5.5 ET18 w/fairly new Kumho Solus KR21 185/70R13

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/9018518E-7D46-4E17-9C1B-7F2B1DD91F37-637-000000C2D4A10BD4.jpg

[Vas]

Dang. 13's

[Tnhl1989]

Gominigo + angel eyes v2 from Norman :)

[Whitexi]

Installed my JCW shift knob and floor mats. I bought a short sport antenna when I was at the dealer yesterday too.

[Ryans323i]

^^And the modding has begun!

[zhpnsnv]

Installed my JCW shift nob and floor mats. I bought a short sport antenna when I was at the dealer yesterday too.

More pictures of that thing now! Dirty or not!!!!