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

[Lanister]

Match made in heaven :-)

Sent from outer space...

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks Travis and nice meeting you!

[ELCID86]

In for pics of the new square set ups. I'd like to go that route at some point too.

[328ioc]

I didn't do this, but a good friend of mine just completed his interior Imola Red dye project this week. Just wanted to share his results with everyone :)

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Looks amazing!

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This really makes me want to put M3 seats in my ZHP.

That looks sexy.

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[Johal E32]

Ordered parts for the resonator delete today. Vids to come soon!

I hope it sounds good with the Dinan exhaust I already have, and my new CAI which is on the way!

[Lanister]

I didn't do this, but a good friend of mine just completed his interior Imola Red dye project this week. Just wanted to share his results with everyone :)


Looks amazing!



That looks unbelievably good. Note to self, keep an eye out for M3 seats... :)

[Johal E32]

I didn't do this, but a good friend of mine just completed his interior Imola Red dye project this week. Just wanted to share his results with everyone :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/20/ypy3eqe5.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/20/bagymegu.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/20/8ebajape.jpg

Looks amazing!

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What brand of dye? I think I found my winter break project :drool:

[WOLFN8TR]

In for pics of the new square set ups. I'd like to go that route at some point too.

Here it is with all 18x8.5's. I'm running 235's up front and 245's in the rear. I have 5mm spacers in the rear only.

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[Lanister]

Here it is with all 18x8.5's. I'm running 235's up front and 245's in the rear.



Gary, that makes a ton of sense for zhp owners. I love the staggered look but practicality wise it's not the best. I figure it would double the amount of distance you can get out of your tires. :thumbsup

[Hermes]

That looks unbelievably good. Note to self, keep an eye out for M3 seats... :)

Do you want grey leather? I know where a set is in town (by set I mean 2 fronts and the split rear, no door cards)

[Lanister]

JP, depends on condition and price of course but my interior is in fact gray :)

[Hermes]

Sent you a message. Personally I want manual m3 seats so that's why I didn't pursue these

[gr330zhp]

Did the White Mountains and The Kancamangus Highway in the M3 today!

Quick shot at my friend's VW/Audi salvage yard
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[Avetiso]

Super clean, Stathi.

[cakM3]

Did the White Mountains and The Kancamangus Highway in the M3 today!

Quick shot at my friend's VW/Audi salvage yard
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/21/amyravar.jpg


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Bet that was a lot of fun Stathi! :thumbsup

[az3579]

Car wash and did a polish/seal on the hood.

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[Stewbie]

Did my fall oil change and prepped my winter wheels and rubber for duty. Gave them a good cleaning inside and out, adjusted the pressures, and then treated them with Armour All wheel protectant. I'll wait another 2 to 4 weeks to actually put them on the car. We've been having an unusually mild and sunny October here.

http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh619/Stewbie2000/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/Stewbie2000/media/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg.html)

[E_Rak]

I'll be interested to see what those look like installed^^

[danewilson77]

That's a beaut Stathi.

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[johnrando]

Awesome Gary! I didn't realize, I would hv worked something out for you, glad you did.. very cool Travis.

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[cakM3]

Did my fall oil change and prepped my winter wheels and rubber for duty. Gave them a good cleaning inside and out, adjusted the pressures, and then treated them with Armour All wheel protectant. I'll wait another 2 to 4 weeks to actually put them on the car. We've been having an unusually mild and sunny October here.

http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh619/Stewbie2000/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/Stewbie2000/media/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg.html)

That's something I have been thinking about for the past few days now....the only thing is that I will have to buy new rubber for my new set of winter wheels I got from Keith this year.....will be looking to doing this during the upcoming week :)

[M0nk3y]

Did my fall oil change and prepped my winter wheels and rubber for duty. Gave them a good cleaning inside and out, adjusted the pressures, and then treated them with Armour All wheel protectant. I'll wait another 2 to 4 weeks to actually put them on the car. We've been having an unusually mild and sunny October here.

http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh619/Stewbie2000/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/Stewbie2000/media/IMG_20131020_135957_zps1c60b5c1.jpg.html)

We might be expecting a flurry this week :(

Trying to hold off throwing on the winters, but I think they will go on before Thanksgiving

[JupiterBMW]

Well, Cam (Torxuvin) drove down to SoFla for a couple days to hang out, so my ZHP got to come out of the garage tonight for a little bit of nighttime cruising...

Took her out for a few miles to stretch her feet. :) Other than that, she stayed inside today, out of the sun. :)

[Lanister]

Took her out for coffee and a drive up the beach. Then put her away from the elements for the next few days. We'll be getting some solid swells so I'll be driving my surfer van for most of the week.

[danewilson77]

Request pics of surfer van in OT or photo gallery forums :biggrin

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[Lanister]

Request pics of surfer van in OT or photo gallery forums :biggrin

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I'll see what I can do :cool

[Stewbie]

I'll be interested to see what those look like installed^^

I'll try to remember to post a pic after I put them on the car.

[WOLFN8TR]

Bought a new set of front tires. Swapped rims with Travis and my old tires were pretty bald on the inside. Went with some Yokohama YK580's. Man what a difference! Rides nice and quiet now. Apparently my old tires were way out of balance, no more steering wheel shake. Cost approx $335 for everything, mounting, balancing and road hazard warranty.

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[johnrando]

As Dane says, noice!

[WOLFN8TR]

As Dane says, noice!

Tanks!

[Avetiso]

Tanks!

Take cover!

[cakM3]

Dropped off my OEM CSL boot lid to the body shop so it can get prepped and painted TiAg with some fade :)


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[das boots]

New 3 Series commercial......do you see your ZHP?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cdeks3ZvfFo

[cakM3]

Yeah, I saw that commercial and noticed my friend's 330ci in it.

[johnrando]

Isn't that the same one as before?

[trancenation]

This is highway robbery! That's a good buy ! WOLFN8TER

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[cakM3]

This is highway robbery! That's a good buy ! WOLFN8TER

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Agreed, great buy Gary! :thumbsup

[derbo]

This was yesterday, but I removed the DISA valve and intake boot for some maintenance.

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[das boots]

Yeah, I saw that commercial and noticed my friend's 330ci in it.

No E30s.

[WOLFN8TR]

This is highway robbery! That's a good buy ! WOLFN8TR



Agreed, great buy Gary! :thumbsup

Ya not too bad. So far I'm pretty happy with the Yoko's. The 235' were $130 each and the 245's would of been $180 each.

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[330i ZHP]

went to machine shop and honed cylinders and cleaning block for reassembly

[Hermes]

No E30s.

It's based on being Car & Driver best car for those years

[M0nk3y]

Installed some 2500k 35W halogen fog light bulbs. Waiting on my 65W low beams.

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[Avetiso]

Nice. What brand bulb?

[M0nk3y]

Nice. What brand bulb?

NOKYA.

Seemed well known throughout the forums as a decent bulb:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/281055187448?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

[Avetiso]

NOKYA.

Seemed well known throughout the forums as a decent bulb:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/281055187448?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
I've seen them. Might buy a pair, but I'm leaning towards white for a xenon match because we don't get much fog here in the Valley (I know, right?).

[M0nk3y]

I've seen them. Might buy a pair, but I'm leaning towards white for a xenon match because we don't get much fog here in the Valley (I know, right?).

Yea, mine as well...

I'm running halogen headlights as well so I didn't care to "match" considering they will all look yellow. We get some bad fog, especially now so it was a perfect time.

I'm waiting for these suckers to show up. Should be pretty bright:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111003854258?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

[Lanister]

Placed an order on ECST for:

CCV kit
Upper and Lower intake boots
Transmission fluid replace kit (filter, caskets, plugs, and oil)
Brake booster vacuum hose

Can't wait to get my hands dirty in a couple of week's time and join the ranks of haters of working in the CCV area.

[WOLFN8TR]

Placed an order on ECST for:

CCV kit
Upper and Lower intake boots
Transmission fluid replace kit (filter, caskets, plugs, and oil)
Brake booster vacuum hose

Can't wait to get my hands dirty in a couple of week's time and join the ranks of haters of working in the CCV area.

Just a suggestion but if you haven't done your OFHG now is the time to do it. The gasket costs about $7 and removing the Oil Filter Housing makes a lot more room to get to the CCV.

[M0nk3y]

Enabled rear fog lights with a simple DIY



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[Stewbie]

Placed an order on ECST for:

CCV kit
Upper and Lower intake boots
Transmission fluid replace kit (filter, caskets, plugs, and oil)
Brake booster vacuum hose

Can't wait to get my hands dirty in a couple of week's time and join the ranks of haters of working in the CCV area.

FYI - Bavarian auto has diy video for doing the ccv on an M54.

[Johal E32]

Installed long tube CAI.

Sounds freaking awesome in second gear 3.5k rpms+

Car pulls a bit harder in second too. Not a huge gain, but it is noticeable.

[JupiterBMW]

Installed long tube CAI.

Sounds freaking awesome in second gear 3.5k rpms+

Car pulls a bit harder in second too. Not a huge gain, but it is noticeable.

What headlights do you have and how well did everything fit?? Pics??


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[328ioc]

Yes....pics

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[Hornung418]

Long tubes will work with Halogen and ALs ONLY. ZKWs interfere with the tube. I have one on the 328 and it sounds amazing. I'm pissed the ZHP has ZKWs for this reason and the fact that they are burnt to a crisp...

[Johal E32]

What headlights do you have and how well did everything fit?? Pics??


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OEM BOSCH xenons. Had to unmount the ballast and throw some double sided tape on it. Mounted it to the fender area.

Its a cosmos racing CAI. Basically a Dinan long tube replica.

this is a dinan http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=925141

Yes....pics

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http://www.cosmosracing.com/

Pics to come soon!



Long tubes will work with Halogen and ALs ONLY. ZKWs interfere with the tube. I have one on the 328 and it sounds amazing. I'm pissed the ZHP has ZKWs for this reason and the fact that they are burnt to a crisp...

Got the cosmos based on a recommendation you gave a while back! Thanks again!

[328ioc]

OEM BOSCH xenons. Had to unmount the ballast and throw some double sided tape on it. Mounted it to the fender area.

Its a cosmos racing CAI. Basically a Dinan long tube replica.

this is a dinan http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=925141


http://www.cosmosracing.com/

Pics to come soon!




Got the cosmos based on a recommendation you gave a while back! Thanks again!

Definitely interested in a review.

I almost bought one but didn't because I didn't want to relocate the ballast

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[Johal E32]

Definitely interested in a review.

I almost bought one but didn't because I didn't want to relocate the ballast

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It was two small phillips screws to unmount it. It's really no big deal, just get the E46 M3 relocation ballast thing. I'd share the part number, but I don't know it myself :/

You might need an adaptor for the 330 because of the larger MAF, but I'm not sure. Check with Cosmos.

My review is a solid 9/10.
For price it's a 10/10. Other intakes are much more expensive and I hear only lung tubes make serious difference for these cars. Other intakes work too, but long tubes are the most effective.
Quality it's a 8/10. Gotta relocate the ballast, and it has this weird foam tape that goes around my MAF to get a snug fit with the intake tube.
Performance/sound. Gets a 10/10. Sounds sick when I floor it, otherwise it's a weenie bit louder than stock. Car seems to pull a weenie bit harder in second and third too. Even my passenger felt the car was pulling a bit harder.

Would I recommend it? Yes. I didn't want to mess with my headlight either. But it is honestly no big deal.

Pics coming now

[Johal E32]

Pics of said intake

Ballast is awaiting for my lazy ass to get the OEM M3 ballast relocation kit..

http://i.imgur.com/7McreMOl.jpg?1

[328ioc]

Very nice looking.

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[JupiterBMW]

Today I drove up to Autogeek.net and picked up a set of the Leatherique treatment for the ZHP. They also gave me a test bottle of Pinnacle wax, so I'll be anxious to try that.

Will post before and after pics when I get around to using the new stuff. :thumbsup

[328ioc]

Today I drove up to Autogeek.net and picked up a set of the Leatherique treatment for the ZHP. They also gave me a test bottle of Pinnacle wax, so I'll be anxious to try that.

Will post before and after pics when I get around to using the new stuff. :thumbsup

Wtf..... Where are they located and why have we not gone before?

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[JupiterBMW]

Wtf..... Where are they located and why have we not gone before?

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Stuart... Exit 101 off 95. You can see them from the turnpike. Why? I have no idea. Nothing up there but a warehouse. Was very anti climactic.


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[328ioc]

I'm never on the turnpike I take 95.....i wanna go cus it beats buying stuff online.

Sometimes it's fun to touch things before you buy them.

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[JupiterBMW]

I'm never on the turnpike I take 95.....i wanna go cus it beats buying stuff online.

Sometimes it's fun to touch things before you buy them.

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Yeah, see I was expecting same thing... No dice. You still have to order on the phone, which is painfully slow, and then you have go there and pick it up. The door opens, its a tiny waiting room type setup and a man just appears from behind the door with a bag with your order in it. Like I said, it was a let down.

The thing of it is though, for me anyway, it was cheaper to go up there and pick up than pay shipping. But, then I'm forced into a phone order because online doesn't have the option for "pickup" in the shipping categories...

Not a great first experience for me as a buyer. They definitely have room for hosting a get together though. Perhaps we could get Florida Bimmer to set up a meet/detailing demo day... That would be cool...

[orange260z]

Well, it's getting to that time of year. The toys go away and the winter stuff comes out of hibernation. I put the 911 into storage on the weekend, and started to get the BMW ready last night after it's last drive of the season. It was a fun drive - the new Bridgestone S04s, although sticky as hell in the summer, were pretty slippery in the 0C temps last night. I got the car washed (actually, took it through it's first touchless car wash, with no leaks, yay!) and filled up the tank with stabilizer and gas. I will have to switch over to my storage wheels & tires, and properly position it in the garage on the plastic sheet this weekend. Then I need to install the leads for the battery maintainer, plug it in, cover it.... and wait for spring. :(

[Hornung418]

Wow...that's a lot of prep to store a car. Call me lazy...but mine will sit in the weather for the winter if I had another car.

Today I started my 328i. It was a glorious moment. I was in the air by 11 and had the manifold out by 12:30. Replaced the harness with the MS42 one and removed the epedal and associated harness. Replacing the throttle cable was quite a bitch. I had to be in the footwell head first on my back with my hands over my head. If you know me...you would have found it pretty comical.

The I installed a new fuel rail on the manifold and replaced the throttle body adapter and the throttle body. Old boots went on and the old MAF fell into its natural place.

The first start was very rough and when I pulled the jumper leads the car died...

Restarted and left it going for a bit. Chances are my battery is done after sitting for over 6 months now.

It's bittersweet having to do this, but the ZHP is begging me to send its older brother off to a caring new owner.

I was supposed to be at a beer class featuring Boulevard tonight...instead I finally closed a chapter in my automotive life. Next step is cleaning out the interior then the for sale ad.

Cheers everyone.

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[danewilson77]

:thumbsup

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[az3579]

Wow...that's a lot of prep to store a car. Call me lazy...but mine will sit in the weather for the winter if I had another car.

Today I started my 328i. It was a glorious moment. I was in the air by 11 and had the manifold out by 12:30. Replaced the harness with the MS42 one and removed the epedal and associated harness. Replacing the throttle cable was quite a bitch. I had to be in the footwell head first on my back with my hands over my head. If you know me...you would have found it pretty comical.

The I installed a new fuel rail on the manifold and replaced the throttle body adapter and the throttle body. Old boots went on and the old MAF fell into its natural place.

The first start was very rough and when I pulled the jumper leads the car died...

Restarted and left it going for a bit. Chances are my battery is done after sitting for over 6 months now.

It's bittersweet having to do this, but the ZHP is begging me to send its older brother off to a caring new owner.

I was supposed to be at a beer class featuring Boulevard tonight...instead I finally closed a chapter in my automotive life. Next step is cleaning out the interior then the for sale ad.

Cheers everyone.

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'Bout time that thing got running again. Sucks being really short on time to work on stuff... but you finally got it done.

:like

[Newjack]

Glad you finally got the car running Justin. I'm sure selling the old 3 series will be bittersweet. Just keep moving forward bro!

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[Hornung418]

Thanks guys. She doesn't sound good...but I'm hoping a fresh tank of gas will do her well.

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[orange260z]

Wow...that's a lot of prep to store a car. Call me lazy...but mine will sit in the weather for the winter if I had another car.

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The first start was very rough and when I pulled the jumper leads the car died...

[edit]

Restarted and left it going for a bit. Chances are my battery is done after sitting for over 6 months now.
.

Yeah, it's a lot of work to put cars away properly, but I've found that it pays off bigtime.

1 - Untreated fuel can not only go stale (less volatility) but can also leave gummy deposits or varnish on things like carbs, fuel injectors, fuel distributors, etc. Those deposits can create driveability problems that can become expensive to fix. It can turn a simple carb rebuild into a job requiring specialized professionals.
2 - Tires get flatspotted if not "prepared" properly (overinflate, put on foam pads). Tires exposed to the winter cold age much faster than if you store them indoors for the winter - but you have to be careful not to put them in your furnace room, the ozone from the electric motor can wreck the rubber. For this car I have a crappy old set of tires on a spare set of wheels, I can leave them on the car and don't have to worry about overinflating or foam blocks.
3 - A battery left in the car, connected, will probably be dead in the spring; disconnected, it will likely work but will have a shortened life. Best thing to extend the life of a battery in a seasonal car is a smart battery maintainer like the CTEK or Genius units. Well worth the ~$100, it's doubled the life of my seasonal car batteries. I actually rotate the one charger between 5 batteries.
4 - The plastic sheet is to prevent moisture from the concrete from attacking the underside of the car. I've noticed that since I started using the plastic I have no corrosion on the brake discs in the spring, before there was always a light coat. I use heavy-duty vapour barrier from Home Depot.
5 - you need to seal up air intakes and exhausts to ensure that rodents don't make their way in. It's very expensive to get the mouse nest out from between the shroud and cooling fins on a 911 motor, and you only find out when your car starts overheating and smelling like barbeque (ok so I made that last part up).


I'm probably a little fanatical in taking care of my stuff, but that's why everyone always wants my used cars. They're usually in immaculate condition! :innocent

[Hornung418]

Awesome tips. I probably have flatspotted my tires :( oh well.

GS3 + TT4

[orange260z]

BTW Justin, you may want to try a CTEK or a Genius to try to recover your battery. My CTEK has salvaged batteries declared to be dead and that my regular Sears charger wouldn't charge. Actually, the current battery in the 911 was one and I've used it now for another 3 years since then.

I'm not sure if it's recommended by BMW, but for the fuel it may not be a bad idea to add a container of Chevron Techron additive to your fresh tank of gas. It used to be recommended by Porsche for any fuel-related problems, does a great job cleaning out the system.

[Johal E32]

^Agreed. I run that stuff every 1500 miles in all of the cars at our household.

Just buy a case at Costco, its cheap and lasts few months.

[orange260z]

When the tires are new the flatspots eventually work out. With older tires it can become permanent.

On that note, I've been very happy with the ride/handling/wet performance of my new Bridgestone S04 PPs, but find that they flatspot REALLY quickly. If I don't drive the car for a few days I will have vibrations until the car (tires) warm up. "Honest officer, I was zigzagging down the road to warm up my tires!!"

[orange260z]

^Agreed. I run that stuff every 1500 miles in all of the cars at our household.

Just buy a case at Costco, its cheap and lasts few months.

You guys in the US are so lucky to have access to the products you do. I need to buy my Techron in the US, it's quite expensive here when you can find it.

[JupiterBMW]

To stop worrying about flat spots, fill the tires with nitrogen. It works.

[M0nk3y]

Modern tires resist flatspots fairly easily.

[Hermes]

^Maybe in storage, but I have still done it to modern tires on the road (on no-ABS cars)

[JupiterBMW]

^Maybe in storage, but I have still done it to modern tires on the road (on no-ABS cars)

Haha... Flatspots due to locking up the brakes are a different story... The guys are talking about flatspots from storing a car for long periods of time.

[Hermes]

I know. Locking up is always an interesting battle in control with old cars

[johnrando]

Bought a set of front bmw oem performance rotors from Derbo (Derek) today, picked up while I'm in Norcal on a bidness trip. Pic of him w/rotors in back of my rental. Great guy, knows his BMWs. Thanks again Derek.
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[Lanister]

What a bloke!

[gr330zhp]

Finally got my title today so registered the M3!

[derbo]

What a bloke!

:(

[derbo]

Bought a set of front bmw oem performance rotors from Derbo (Derek) today, picked up while I'm in Norcal on a bidness trip. Pic of him w/rotors in back of my rental. Great guy, knows his BMWs. Thanks again Derek.
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Nice meeting you John! Next time, we need to gather more guys together. I always love chatting about BMWs.

[orange260z]

My Bstones are one of the newest tires, and they flatspot (parked) much worse than the RE050s I had before, or the Pirelli P Zeros that came on the car. I never thought about Nitrogen, will have to try that sometime. The big sell for Nitrogen here is that it's less susceptible to pressure change with the change in ambient temps.

[ELCID86]

My Bstones are one of the newest tires, and they flatspot (parked) much worse than the RE050s I had before, or the Pirelli P Zeros that came on the car. I never thought about Nitrogen, will have to try that sometime. The big sell for Nitrogen here is that it's less susceptible to pressure change with the change in ambient temps.

I noticed this quite pronounced when I put new Kumho Ecsta 4X on the fronts last spring. Bruce is the one who clued me in to the oil (?) settling on the tires when they are newer. He has huge spots on his shop (work) floor where the Osh Kosh truck tires have leeched. I think it has gotten better on the Bimmer, but I don't drive my son's car that often. He just put new rears on. Will have to ask him if he notices it there as well.

[Lanister]

:(

Why a frowny face, Derek?

I hope I didn't offend you in some way. I was just adding to Rando's comment that you're a great guy; or as the English put it, "a bloke" :)

Sorry if that somehow came across differently.

[derbo]

Why a frowny face, Derek?

I hope I didn't offend you in some way. I was just adding to Rando's comment that you're a great guy; or as the English put it, "a bloke" :)

Sorry if that somehow came across differently.
I'm only messing with you hahah

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[Lanister]

I'm only messing with you hahah

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http://ih3.redbubble.net/image.11629888.2020/cp,375x360,s,ffffff.jpg

Good one, Derek!

[derbo]

:thumbsup

[cakM3]

Got my Style 68's new Blizzaks LM-60's today. Now I'm looking forward to the snow!!! Bring it :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/25/hadu8yda.jpg


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[BCS_ZHP]

^Charlie, I think I see some free space to pack it a little bit tighter in that garage. How the heck did you fit the m3 in there?

[fredo]

:jawdrop What ? How many tires are in there ?

[Imola.ZHP]

Drove it to school, filled it up on the way. Car feels so much heavier with a full tank.

[MrMaico]

Yeah, see I was expecting same thing... No dice. You still have to order on the phone, which is painfully slow, and then you have go there and pick it up. The door opens, its a tiny waiting room type setup and a man just appears from behind the door with a bag with your order in it. Like I said, it was a let down.

The thing of it is though, for me anyway, it was cheaper to go up there and pick up than pay shipping. But, then I'm forced into a phone order because online doesn't have the option for "pickup" in the shipping categories...

Not a great first experience for me as a buyer. They definitely have room for hosting a get together though. Perhaps we could get Florida Bimmer to set up a meet/detailing demo day... That would be cool...

You can always try "AGYouTube" for the coupon code to get free shipping. I found it in one of their YouTube videos so that makes me wonder if it might be a permanent deal. It worked for me 4 or 5 months ago.

Barry

[cakM3]

^Charlie, I think I see some free space to pack it a little bit tighter in that garage. How the heck did you fit the m3 in there?

I put the ///M closer to the wheels so the driver's side had all the room. Going to be taking out my interior soon....


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[az3579]

Vacuumed out the interior and cleaned my steering wheel with my special formula. Looks brand new again, save for the stitching. :)

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[ELCID86]

Vacuumed out the interior and cleaned my steering wheel with my special formula. Looks brand new again, save for the stitching. :)



Good, cuz I'm going to inspect it on Saturday! And I want to know your secret.

[az3579]

Good, cuz I'm going to inspect it on Saturday! And I want to know your secret.

My secret has only been tested on a leather steering wheel... I don't know if it'll do anything for you!

Also it's not much of a secret. It's a 50/50 mix of Simple Green and Isopropyl Alcohol sprayed on a towel and rubbed very lightly on the wheel. Also works for buttons.

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[echo46]

Will be doing two firsts today. I will be doing first oil- filter change/thermostat (running a touch to the left so for some peace of mind) on my "new" e46 m3. Also, first time my younger son, the Jake, will be assisting. Ever since I picked the car up last week he has been bothering me to get under there and change the oil. Looking forward to it.

With respect to the thermostat. I've been doing a lot of research on the m3 and have found that on the open highway a lot of these cars run a slight bit to the left of dead center on the cooling system gauge. However, I'm going to change the therm anyway.

[Pip]

Will be doing two firsts today. I will be doing first oil- filter change/thermostat (running a touch to the left so for some peace of mind) on my "new" e46 m3. Also, first time my younger son, the Jake, will be assisting. Ever since I picked the car up last week he has been bothering me to get under there and change the oil. Looking forward to it.

With respect to the thermostat. I've been doing a lot of research on the m3 and have found that on the open highway a lot of these cars run a slight bit to the left of dead center on the cooling system gauge. However, I'm going to change the therm anyway.

I noticed that the gauge actually seems to work as a gauge, but Charlie would be the best input. I was just freaked out a little bit until I did some research.

[Johal E32]

^That is correct. The gauges will be slightly to the left on the highway.

Confirming after talking to another E46 M3 owner of three years, and driving my Dad's E39 M5 a few times.

[328ioc]

So the temp Gauges on M cars are actually legit?

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[az3579]

Replaced battery since car wouldn't start anymore.

[echo46]

The only problem I am having with my gauge is that after driving and it sits and idles the gauge does not reach top dead center. I would assume, even on the M, that it should reach top dead center? I did read that the gauge on the M is an actual gauge unlike the one on the ZHP. I guess the only real way to determine the temp is to activate the OBC. I will try that today before I replace the thermostat. Is ideal operating temp 180?

[Bimmernut2]

Added new strut brace today

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10891

[M0nk3y]

So the temp Gauges on M cars are actually legit?

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Yes.

I run 200F on my oil temp daily driving.

On the track it isn't abnormal to see 220F

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[3ZHP]

Looks good, What brand?


Added new strut brace today

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10891

[Vas]

That is the m3 bar.

[az3579]

Put on 12.5mm spacers all around and mounted the trusty winter tires on Style 68's.

This is the first time the 68's have seen the big ol' calipers. :biggrin

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[3ZHP]

Thanks

[Imola.ZHP]

Worked on the Honda tonight at work (it needs love too!).

Cabin filter and plugs were cake, but the serpentine belt, WoW, 3 hours. The k-series engine in the SUV is nearly smashed into the passenger strut tower, with only an inch (or less) room to work with. Meanwhile, gobs of room on the drivers side. I ended up loosening the front bumper and removing the passenger headlamp to gain more access and have more room. What a mess!

[echo46]

Love those Style 68s

[BCS_ZHP]

Not what I did/am doing today but rather what BP (of Bridgeport, CT) is doing today. He's driving north of Boston right now to pick up a set of black M3 front seats for my son Preston's car, the seats are heated & manual and are the last pieces needed for a black interior conversion. That's a 5 plus hour round trip he's doing for a friend, we'll be forever indebted. Then Botond is headed back home to pick up Shawn (Elcid86) & his daughter from the train station this afternoon to chauffeur them to get the ZHP sedan Shawn is buying today. Next, BP is headed my way to deliver the seats and to grab a style 71 wheel I picked up for him. Believe BP is trying to do all of this today (young guys have driving stamina), like I mean even coming to DC this evening to deliver the seats, we'll have the guest room ready for him. Love the family!

[cakM3]

That sounds great of BP to do this! Yeah Bruce, BP will be crashing hard tonight! Have a great visit!


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[ELCID86]

I'm actually not headed south until tomorrow (I'm old!). May caravan with BP. Only time will tell.


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[echo46]

That is awesome. No cheap beer tonight for BP. I would suggest Devils Backbone Gold Leaf Lager or Notch 9 Double IPA. Two of your state's best.

[JupiterBMW]

I :wub BP

[cakM3]

That is awesome. No cheap beer tonight for BP. I would suggest Devils Backbone Gold Leaf Lager or Notch 9 Double IPA. Two of your state's best.

Problem is BP doesn't drink alcohol Derrick....I've tried to get him to and have failed...:facepalm

[ELCID86]

Problem is BP doesn't drink alcohol Derrick....I've tried to get him to and have failed...:facepalm

I'm buying whatever he is drinking.


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[echo46]

I can respect that but damn he is missing out on one of God's greatest gifts to mankind, beer.

[danewilson77]

Not what I did/am doing today but rather what BP (of Bridgeport, CT) is doing today. He's driving north of Boston right now to pick up a set of black M3 front seats for my son Preston's car, the seats are heated & manual and are the last pieces needed for a black interior conversion. That's a 5 plus hour round trip he's doing for a friend, we'll be forever indebted. Then Botond is headed back home to pick up Shawn (Elcid86) & his daughter from the train station this afternoon to chauffeur them to get the ZHP sedan Shawn is buying today. Next, BP is headed my way to deliver the seats and to grab a style 71 wheel I picked up for him. Believe BP is trying to do all of this today (young guys have driving stamina), like I mean even coming to DC this evening to deliver the seats, we'll have the guest room ready for him. Love the family!

Wow. Be safe BP.


That sounds great of BP to do this! Yeah Bruce, BP will be crashing hard tonight! Have a great visit!


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+1


That is awesome. No cheap beer tonight for BP. I would suggest Devils Backbone Gold Leaf Lager or Notch 9 Double IPA. Two of your state's best.

+1

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[cakM3]

I test fitted my new snow tires today and took my ZHP out for a run. Ride is so much softer with these wheels :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/egagume8.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/6apahere.jpg

Love how my Performance calipers fill these wheels!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/8enequta.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/be4are5u.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/ru7y3unu.jpg

I'm ready for the snow now! :chuck


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[echo46]

There they are,Style 68s. Nice.

[kayger12]

Looking good!!

[cakM3]

There they are,Style 68s. Nice.


Looking good!!

Thanks guys! :thumbsup Glad Keith (spoonerDee) sold me these a few months ago. I have been looking for a set of OEM BMW wheels to use as winter wheels since picking up my ZHP two years ago...:) Right now I'm looking forward to this upcoming winter...;)

[Johal E32]

^ Looks awesome!

Have you thought about plast-dipping the wheels? That way in can cover up some of the curb rash since its a rubber paint.

[cakM3]

^ Looks awesome!

Have you thought about plast-dipping the wheels? That way in can cover up some of the curb rash since its a rubber paint.

Thought about plasti-dipping it black but haven't gone out to get a few cans just yet....might do that next weekend....

[Hermes]

Went to the junkyard, they have 2 early e21s. I didn't have the right tools with me so I'll be going back tomorrow. I might have found some interesting things...

[ELCID86]

Thought about plasti-dipping it black but haven't gone out to get a few cans just yet....might do that next weekend....

I did my son's coupe before we sold it. Remember Trash bags over the brakes.!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/27/5u4utaju.jpg

(Fixed typo)
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[330i ZHP]

built engine

[330i ZHP]

^ Looks awesome!

Have you thought about plast-dipping the wheels? That way in can cover up some of the curb rash since its a rubber paint.

do they have silver plasti dip? black looks awful

[Hermes]

They have a bronze looking color, I was thinking that might look decent with Imola. The "yellow" wasn't the best shade of said color (too much green)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/ZHP%20Photos/null_zps523614e7.jpg

[Johal E32]

do they have silver plasti dip? black looks awful

I think so

https://www.dipyourcar.com/Kit-Wheels-Matte-Finish.html

Edit, they have aluminum..

Dad's E39 M5 wheels are kinda so-so. To refinish them properley he is looking at $800 because of the special "shadow chrome" finish or whatever it is. Any ideas on a plasti-dip color? I think black is too dark on a carbon black car, and he doesn't want something bright. Sorry Jp, :rofl

Jp. That does look really nice on Imola red!

[330i ZHP]

just installed SC and all the pulleys, alt, water pump, thermostat, motor mounts and of course the wiring harness

[Hornung418]

How much fun was your install? I loved mine this past week, Stuart.

Did you fire it over yet?

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[JupiterBMW]

They have a million Plasti-dip colors. I got the hot pink for my side mirrors at the local parts store.

[Imola.ZHP]

I test fitted my new snow tires today and took my ZHP out for a run. Ride is so much softer with these wheels :)


I'm ready for the snow now!

Hey those look pretty good actually! I bet they ride nicely, my 19's are so hard, my better half refuses to ride in my car anymore =-(


built engine

Ok, you win, haha, nice!


do they have silver plasti dip? black looks awful

Agree'd, black wheels rarely look good on anything IMO.


just installed SC and all the pulleys, alt, water pump, thermostat, motor mounts and of course the wiring harness

Win win win!!! So did you kill the LSX swap idea?

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

Drove mine to work, thought about working on the front suspension while at work, decided it could wait.

[az3579]

do they have silver plasti dip? black looks awful

Nope. I looked everywhere online, silver doesn't exist.
I wonder why they go with crazy colors but no silver. :shifty

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[derbo]

Put on 12.5mm spacers all around and mounted the trusty winter tires on Style 68's.

This is the first time the 68's have seen the big ol' calipers. :biggrin

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I like this setup. :)

sent from a Moto X

[330i ZHP]

engine/trans/SC all in the car - now to button everything up....lots to do still

[Hermes]

Junkyard win! Extra shocks I can send to Bilstein for rebuilding so don't have to take mine out and a 5 speed that I can sell to some 02 guy

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/28/uqu6adar.jpg

[330i ZHP]

trans fully mounted, exhaust, drive shaft, heat and aero shields installed

hopefully later I will have the energy to go down and remount the front suspension on both sides and at least have the car be a roller - since they want to deliver the lift on Tuesday

[MrMaico]

Changed oil. German Castrol. I've used the BMW oil since I bought the car so I will be interested to see if I can tell any difference between the two.

[330i ZHP]

steering rack, pump, lines, reservoir and end links reinstalled

AC installed

right control arm reinstalled - didn't do left because I need to attach the lower heat exchanger hose (I FORGOT TO INSTALL....ugh)

later this AM I will attach secondary air system lines, purge vent valve, tank vent valve and a few other vacuum lines that are accessed from under the car (without the left control arm installed) and finally the dipstick tube and the front sway bar and I should be done under car

[johnrando]

Wow, tons of werk Stuart, nice. Cool find JP!

[Pip]

Damn Stuart. My back was hurting from bending over the car for four hours, but it looks like you just assembled the whole car in a weekend.

[Hornung418]

Yeah that's gonna be so much easier with a lift in the garage.

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[az3579]

(Yesterday)
Bruce secured my hood sensor switch because it was pretty loose from the modifications that had to be made when the BMW Performance Strut Bar was installed. Now it's nice and firm and won't fall out constantly like it did before.

Also, resealed my Gruppe M intake because the original seal was deteriorating, using some door trim plastics that can be obtained from Advance Auto (thanks again, Bruce!). It looks much better now and and is much more resilient now as well. Did y'all know that the Gruppe M intakes all seem to have the same serial #? There was another ZHP there that had the same intake and has the same serial # as mine, despite that one being carbon fiber and mine being Kevlar. Charlie's is also the same serial #.... what gives???

Picked up the spare Style 71 wheel Bruce had for me; this thing is nearly mint. The odds of finding just one is astronomical since the very very few sets that you see for sale are only in sets of 4. That was pure luck right there...

[johnrando]

:like

[330i ZHP]

everything wrapped up under the car

couldn't install the radiator or hoses yet - waiting for new condenser (the original ended up with a crimped line that I didn't want to trust to a HOT day next summer

[M0nk3y]

Installed the 65W H7 bulbs for my low-beams.

Didn't take pictures, but they straight throw from the headlights are exactly like my Xenon from the Z4M. They don't throw as wide...but that is halogen for you.

Very impressed.

[JupiterBMW]

I ordered something for the car today... :shifty Charlie's carbon fiber fairies are cheating on him... :eeps

[Lanister]

I ordered something for the car today... :shifty Charlie's carbon fiber fairies are cheating on him... :eeps

Uh oh ... :blink

[330i ZHP]

hooked everything up except AC condenser and the coolant parts...

started car - seems to run smmmmooooooth

only codes are P0444 and P1112 - two sensors not hooked up right now

Now I need parts to finish...IRK - oh yea, no left fender or bumper either

[Hermes]

Damn Stuart. My back was hurting from bending over the car for four hours, but it looks like you just assembled the whole car in a weekend.

It's all about knowing what you're doing, which Stu at this point definitely knows.

I could probably take a rolling chassis /02 and drive it down the road with close enough adjustments in about 2 hours, but I know that chassis and drivetrain like the back of my hand. Dialed in is another story...

[330i ZHP]

+1

[Hornung418]

Once you get in there and start working, the next time you go in, the time just gets faster and faster.

I can have the car in the air and the intake manifold off in two hours.

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[gr330zhp]

Dropped the M3 off for service. Oil change, diff fluid, brake fluid and spark plugs

Saw a new 428i out back too
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/29/9yny6apu.jpg


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[echo46]

I like your M more...

[Imola.ZHP]

4er is growing on me, but I think an M235i (or M2) GC will be my next car (if they build the GC).

-----

Drove mine to school, big test today! Had a random thought/question on the way here... Does the DSC system light up your brake lights when it brakes one (or more) of the corners of the car?

[Jon D]

The all to common intake boot replacement. Old was cracked and throwing codes.

[gr330zhp]

I like your M more...

Haha me too! Waaay more!


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[330i ZHP]

Anyone want to buy my wagon so I can buy one of these (http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=906977)

[330i ZHP]

wagon back on four wheel and running nicely and new clutch is smooth (at least pulling out of garage and back in)

Still no condenser, radiator, hoses, fender, hood, bumper....

IRK!!!

[BCAN]

Just for the record Stu, I'd buy your wagon in a heartbeat. So effing cool.

[Sockethead]

wagon back on four wheel and running nicely and new clutch is smooth (at least pulling out of garage and back in)

Still no condenser, radiator, hoses, fender, hood, bumper....

IRK!!!

What clutch assembly did you go with?
I've only been on here sporadically lately due to the twins maintenance and feeding.... I haven't been following your progress nor do I even know why you pulled the motor... Do you have project thread?

[JupiterBMW]

Well, as suspected, I don't ACTUALLY know what I'm doing... It took the wisdom of Derek (derbo) to TRULY figure out the correct sequence of coding the rear fog light. I had to undo a couple of lines that I had done, but once I enabled 2 lines, it worked perfectly, on the correct bulb... As my license plate says "Mutha F**kin Win!!!"

Normal:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/IMG_1577.jpg (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/jdinisio/media/IMG_1577.jpg.html)

Rear Foglight on, left trunk lamp illuminated brightly!

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/IMG_1578.jpg (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/jdinisio/media/IMG_1578.jpg.html)

[Torxuvin]

Nice buddy. Looks good.

[echo46]

Damn Jup, that Alpine white with the ZCP BBS' looks insanely clean.

[Johal E32]

I don't think he has ZCP wheels.. Nor are they BBS. I think they are Avant Garde? Or maybe VMR's? I definitely wished I had considered those wheels

[Pip]

I don't think he has ZCP wheels.. Nor are they BBS. I think they are Avant Garde? Or maybe VMR's? I definitely wished I had considered those wheels

Yea I think they are AG but the E9x M3 ZCP style.

[Johal E32]

Got it!

[johnrando]

Nice gettin 'er done Joop.

[derbo]

Well, as suspected, I don't ACTUALLY know what I'm doing... It took the wisdom of Derek (derbo) to TRULY figure out the correct sequence of coding the rear fog light. I had to undo a couple of lines that I had done, but once I enabled 2 lines, it worked perfectly, on the correct bulb... As my license plate says "Mutha F**kin Win!!!"

Normal:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/IMG_1577.jpg (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/jdinisio/media/IMG_1577.jpg.html)

Rear Foglight on, left trunk lamp illuminated brightly!

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/IMG_1578.jpg (http://s88.photobucket.com/user/jdinisio/media/IMG_1578.jpg.html)


:headbang:headbang:headbang:headbang:headbang:head bang:headbang:headbang:headbang:headbang:rockon:ro ckon:rockon:rockon:roundel:roundel:cheers:cheers:c heers

Team effort! You were trying to NSL single liners and those didn't work that lead to me coding to a euro spec LSZ to find the parameters to change. Good work!

Time for a beer.

[echo46]

Maybe I'm missing something but it also says in his sig zcp wheels?

[Lanister]

Well done guys!!! :thumbsup

[Hornung418]

Maybe I'm missing something but it also says in his sig zcp wheels?

Reps :)

I'm at La Tolteca eating lunch waiting for my car to get an inspection. Hopefully they pass it. Havent done much besides the tint removal...but they seem pretty relaxed about things. Fingers crossed.

Sent from my GS3.

[echo46]

Ah, reps. Good luck at the inspection.

[Hornung418]

Failed...

Need tires, a license plate light, front rotors and the passenger fog light. I have 30 days and 1000 miles to fix the issues.

Sent from my GS3.

[danewilson77]

Failed...

Need tires, a license plate light, front rotors and the passenger fog light. I have 30 days and 1000 miles to fix the issues.

Sent from my GS3.

Not laid back. Sorry Justin. Pickup a vernier caliper (cheap) and measure your rotors each year before inspection. At least you will confidently know they're not bullshitting you, and it will help you budget. I always check them when I have wheels off for whatever reason.

License plate light has gotten me before as well.

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[echo46]

Damn, sorry to hear. It's funny, that License Plate light got me too. Didn't even know it was out. Turned out the whole thing was corroded.

[Hornung418]

I'm cool with it. BMW gave me a rap sheet that would probably total $2000 to fix. I have everything I need to get it squared away except for brakes. I wanted the performance rotors...but I didn't have the cash on me when I bought my bumper and fenders. They sold the week after.

Sent from my GS3.

[QC_ZHP]

Damn, sorry to hear. It's funny, that License Plate light got me too. Didn't even know it was out. Turned out the whole thing was corroded.

Yeah I failed on my Jeep b/c of the license plate bulbs (2). They charged me $5/ea for them. Still angry.

[JupiterBMW]

Damn Jup, that Alpine white with the ZCP BBS' looks insanely clean.


I don't think he has ZCP wheels.. Nor are they BBS. I think they are Avant Garde? Or maybe VMR's? I definitely wished I had considered those wheels


Yea I think they are AG but the E9x M3 ZCP style.


Maybe I'm missing something but it also says in his sig zcp wheels?
All this... They are Avant Garde M359s. They are replicas of the E9x ZCP wheels. Its a good thing they aren't BBS wheels, because I would NEVER pay that kind of money for wheels... Then again, I said that about the BMW Performance strut bar... :shifty


Nice gettin 'er done Joop.


Nice buddy. Looks good.


Team effort! You were trying to NSL single liners and those didn't work that lead to me coding to a euro spec LSZ to find the parameters to change. Good work!

Time for a beer.


Well done guys!!! :thumbsup

Thanks everyone. Like Derek said, team effort for sure... Just glad I was able to take advantage of someone else's smarts. :biggrin

[derbo]

All this... They are Avant Garde M359s. They are replicas of the E9x ZCP wheels. Its a good thing they aren't BBS wheels, because I would NEVER pay that kind of money for wheels... Then again, I said that about the BMW Performance strut bar... :shifty









Thanks everyone. Like Derek said, team effort for sure... Just glad I was able to take advantage of someone else's smarts. :biggrin

Highly doubt it was any smarts. It was merely deduction and eliminating variables. :)

Now for corner lights to be on when low beams are off (position 1) and corners off when lowbeam on. Hmmmm

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[Torxuvin]

Finally got around to finishing the wiring harness on my foglights. I will aim them tonight once it's darker.
http://distilleryimage5.ak.instagram.com/d0838f88424e11e38ec622000aa8030b_8.jpg

[328ioc]

Very nice looking Cam.

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[ELCID86]

Cam, how can you see with that big blue thing in the way?!?

[Torxuvin]

Cam, how can you see with that big blue thing in the way?!?
:rofl I have a pretty sweet religion
http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/9/2010/05/500x_luke_lightsaber_training.jpg

Seriously, the hood is massive. Surprisingly light though.

[ELCID86]

:rofl I have a pretty sweet religion

funny!

Seriously, the hood is massive. Surprisingly light though.

Yeah, it's plastic, right? (grin)

[Torxuvin]

funny!


Yeah, it's plastic, right? (grin)

Because Racecar

[330i ZHP]

vette looks great - I finally went and saw a selection of the new C7s...they look great...just not 100% sold on the exterior in person

[johnrando]

Good one Cam. Car looks great.

[Torxuvin]

Thanks guys. Yeah the C7 has a very different look. I thought it was a lot more imposing and aggressive in person. I'm definitely interested to see where the go with the wide body version.

[Stu]

Not today but tomorrow, gonna tackle my front wheel bearings/hubs in the Brake Wobble Saga. And if that doesn't fix it, well...hoping my suspension overhaul does. But they need to be done anyway - spinning them they definitely sound dry and worn out. Rear wheel bearings def need to be done as well: rear left bearing makes a low drone at speed.

Next weekend thinking of doing the cam position sensors - found a 32mm wrench for $4 at the flea market to take off the VANOS solenoid. btw - if you need random large/specialty tools, seriously, that is the place to go and look. People are practically giving stuff away. I even got an orbital buffer for $10.

Maybe I should get a new license plate, Wobblie

Then we can have Wobbie and Wobblie

[JupiterBMW]

Washed it... All the roof work at home has made a ton of dirt and dust, and both the ZHP and the X3 have gotten FILTHY... Both got a bath today.

Also, peeled off the pink plastidip on the side mirrors. The all white looks funny now... :shifty

[cakM3]

This morning I completed connecting my new Orion V4 angel eyes from Umnitza. The light output from these are incredible and quality of the angel eye rings are awesome! Even though the pricing is high for this kit, I'll be buying another for my ZHP to install in spring :thumbsup

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/02/venyseha.jpg


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[Cabrio330]

Installed an ECS Tuning carbon fiber strut brace and an Ebay painted trunk lid spoiler (seller audislineclub_uk, $34.99) on my 2005 convertible.

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[echo46]

Lovin those lights, Charlie.

[johnrando]

Looking good Cabrio330, Charlie. Def like AE's on our cars.

[cakM3]

Thanks guys. Yeah, I have to agree that AEs look awesome on E46 :thumbsup


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[Pip]

The little lip on our trunks makes it look so much better. Very subtle detail that adds a lot to the pleasing aesthetics of the e46.

[coby1]

carbon tool tray, engine cover, net thingy (bought it over a year ago) forgot to put it in lol

[echo46]

Looks sharp

[cakM3]

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/011_zps7d5a6d5c.jpg
carbon tool tray...

:drool

[Lanister]

carbon tool tray, engine cover, net thingy (bought it over a year ago) forgot to put it in lol

Link to the net thingy please! :)

[MrMaico]

Link to the net thingy please! :)

Looks like this one......

http://leatherz.com/Merchant5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=01&Product_Code=ParcelNet&Category_Code=Z3_Safety_Conv

[Whitexi]

Ive finally got time off of work and am trying to get the cars ready for winter......but now it rains on and off!

[Stu]

Love the carbon tool cover. Never thought about modding that before.

My 2-day USPS shipping didn't arrive yesterday like it was supposed to, and it didn't arrive today either; I've got everything except for the two dust caps, new hub nuts, and rear dust covers.

Looks like wheel bearings aren't happening this weekend.

Do I contact USPS or the company about this to get some sort of shipping refund?

[330i ZHP]

Today, changed the oil, rotated tires and inspected brakes on wife's car (all in about 20min…) no jacking up each corner.

I swapped the summer wheels off for the winter wheels on my main car

I reinstalled the exhaust on my other car…

All with the lift - how awesome

[330i ZHP]

https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/534359_10152302644690278_1017042116_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/562338_10152302644765278_1231429608_n.jpg
https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1453551_10152302645275278_30682922_n.jpg

ready for winter

[danewilson77]

Looks sharp

+1

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[BCS_ZHP]

In the middle of teaching Brett how to do a VCG replacement & spark plugs, supreme ruler of the house interrupts to tell me to get the grill fired up for a late dinner of steaks & whatever she made inside. And I diligently obeyed, the secret to 22 years and counting...

[derbo]

Sounds like how she can cope with your other hobbies

sent from a Moto X

[BCS_ZHP]

Match made in heaven...

[JupiterBMW]

https://scontent-b-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1453551_10152302645275278_30682922_n.jpg


Stu, what're the sizes and offsets of those wheels? I'm looking at getting a set for the X3... I think it might be a good looking OEM upgrade.

[Hermes]

Style 299

10x20 ET40
11x20 ET35

Edit: Jon/others... this site is your friend (despite the language barrier)

http://felgenkatalog.auto-treff.com/

[Hornung418]

Learn to read German :)

So useful when scouring the websites dedicated to BMW!

Sent from my GS3.

[JupiterBMW]

Style 299

10x20 ET40
11x20 ET35

Edit: Jon/others... this site is your friend (despite the language barrier)

http://felgenkatalog.auto-treff.com/

Thanks JP. I actually use http://www.bmwstylewheels.com but I've found that its not always 100% accurate. Either way thanks for the resource.

[Hermes]

Felgen is accurate, assuming the wheels are real BMW wheels and not reps. Just look around the sure, you'll find something you want that works

[az3579]

In the middle of teaching Brett how to do a VCG replacement & spark plugs, supreme ruler of the house interrupts to tell me to get the grill fired up for a late dinner of steaks & whatever she made inside. And I diligently obeyed, the secret to 22 years and counting...

Oh come on, I'm sure you had no problem having steak for dinner. :p


Thanks JP. I actually use http://www.bmwstylewheels.com but I've found that its not always 100% accurate. Either way thanks for the resource.

I've never once has false information from there.

[Hermes]

Would just like to state that I owned a car with Style 2's (yes, 2...)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/577D0A0B-B683-4894-9135-AB285F73AF86-3890-0000048E109CB910.jpg

[Johal E32]

Would just like to state that I owned a car with Style 2's (yes, 2...)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/577D0A0B-B683-4894-9135-AB285F73AF86-3890-0000048E109CB910.jpg

Same here. Standard E34/32 bottle cap wheels. Actually look pretty good

[330i ZHP]

thanks for answering him JP

[BCS_ZHP]

Oh come on, I'm sure you had no problem having steak for dinner. :p

BP, it's just the way I get when I work on cars, food be damned, I want to get the first job done first, don't like stopping in the middle of the job, and normally won't stop for distractions like that. Heck, I damn near starved you when we were installing those seats. :D

[Avetiso]

Oh boy my car is going to need a bath.

[E_Rak]

Oh boy my car is going to need a bath.

Agreed.... I might have to settle for an automatic car wash. Oh the horror!

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[az3579]

BP, it's just the way I get when I work on cars, food be damned, I want to get the first job done first, don't like stopping in the middle of the job, and normally won't stop for distractions like that. Heck, I damn near starved you when we were installing those seats. :D

I was starving halfway through it. lol
I saw the determination in you so I didn't say anything. :biggrin

[cakM3]

BP, it's just the way I get when I work on cars, food be damned, I want to get the first job done first, don't like stopping in the middle of the job, and normally won't stop for distractions like that. Heck, I damn near starved you when we were installing those seats. :D


I was starving halfway through it. lol
I saw the determination in you so I didn't say anything. :biggrin

I would have.....nothing gets in the way of my stomach......
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ScreenShot2013-09-03at50522PM_zps5777a123.png

[Johal E32]

I would have.....nothing gets in the way of my stomach......
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ScreenShot2013-09-03at50522PM_zps5777a123.png

Same!

[johnrando]

Love the c/f tray, and the "net thingy"! :) Car's lookin' good Mike!

[Imola.ZHP]

Great stuff, especially from Stu, love that lift. Do you recall where you got that sweet roundel hanging on your wall? I'm gearing up to do my garage project in the summer. It won't have a sweet lift in it, but I'm wanting to find some cool stuff to put on the walls...

My car has been in the garage since about noon on Friday. Better half and I drove the CR-V out to the future mother in law's house (an aunt is visiting) and we've ended up staying two nights now, lol.

[Hermes]

Picked up two open diffs that I will be modifying into a hybrid E21/E36 LSD, a front lip spoiler, and some Benz yellow high beams

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/04/pu8uzevy.jpg

[echo46]

Sounds cool, keep us informed on the progress.

[330i ZHP]

washed truck

[330i ZHP]

Great stuff, especially from Stu, love that lift. Do you recall where you got that sweet roundel hanging on your wall? I'm gearing up to do my garage project in the summer. It won't have a sweet lift in it, but I'm wanting to find some cool stuff to put on the walls...

My car has been in the garage since about noon on Friday. Better half and I drove the CR-V out to the future mother in law's house (an aunt is visiting) and we've ended up staying two nights now, lol.

fleabay

[JupiterBMW]

This was actually from the weekend, but I cheated on her again...

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/null_zpse1860c70.jpg


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[cakM3]

This was actually from the weekend, but I cheated on her again...

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/null_zpse1860c70.jpg


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I see you got a new "mistress" Joop ;)

[Avetiso]

Nice!

[derbo]

:facepalm

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[johnrando]

If you are going to "stray", shouldn't it be with something really different, like a green Audi? Another white BMW isn't much of a stretch. :biggrin

[328ioc]

If you are going to "stray", shouldn't it be with something really different, like a green Audi? Another white BMW isn't much of a stretch. :biggrin

Hahaha this....

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[Yass_ZHP]

This was actually from the weekend, but I cheated on her again...

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k166/jdinisio/null_zpse1860c70.jpg


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Awesome :D

[JupiterBMW]

If you are going to "stray", shouldn't it be with something really different, like a green Audi? Another white BMW isn't much of a stretch. :biggrin

No, see, that's not right. When you stray, you do it with a girl of the same name, that way you never mess up and get caught. I probably shouldn't admit that I know this… :eeps


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[cakM3]

No, see, that's not right. When you stray, you do it with a girl of the same name, that way you never mess up and get caught. I probably shouldn't admit that I know this… :eeps


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You probably shouldn't ;)

[Hermes]

Benz high beams installed

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/05/4eteme6u.jpg