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

[328ioc]

Installed my new e82 shift knob.

Will take some pics tomorrow when it is light out.

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[JupiterBMW]

Haha...Jon, Stuart has a daughter in her 20s ;)

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Huh, well shit, I had no idea! Guess he's been doing it a lot longer than I have... So Stu, you have a daughter, raised her through teenage years, and you're still sane? How'd you do it?? :biggrin

[JupiterBMW]

Well, I bought myself a birthday/Christmas present today... Dinan throttle body. Also, that completes 10 points and will get me the Dinan badge, so that should be on the way too. Yes, I will be installing the badge on the car.

[328ioc]

Well, I bought myself a birthday/Christmas present today... Dinan throttle body. Also, that completes 10 points and will get me the Dinan badge, so that should be on the way too. Yes, I will be installing the badge on the car.

Hell yes.

Congrats dude.

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[JupiterBMW]

Hell yes.

Congrats dude.

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Yep, Dinan is having a 15% off everything sale this month, so I really couldn't pass it up...

[328ioc]

Yep, Dinan is having a 15% off everything sale this month, so I really couldn't pass it up...

You are three letters away from your dream car........

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[PirateZHP]

Well, I bought myself a birthday/Christmas present today... Dinan throttle body. Also, that completes 10 points and will get me the Dinan badge, so that should be on the way too. Yes, I will be installing the badge on the car.

Nice, Joop. Congrats!

With fingers touching the screen...

[DDub88]

I learned the key to chin method to increasing the range of unlocking the car. Had fun testing the range in the parking lot at work today.


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[JupiterBMW]

You are three letters away from your dream car........

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Whatchoo mean?


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[328ioc]

Whatchoo mean?


iPhone 5S. Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1) Pro. BOOM

ESS......

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[Lanister]

I learned the key to chin method to increasing the range of unlocking the car. Had fun testing the range in the parking lot at work today.


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Does it really work? I found that it doesn't really. Speaking of range, I'm quite unimpressed by mine. I'd say 20-25 feet at best. My key is brand new too :(

My VW Eurovan has 3 times that range.

[DDub88]

Does it really work? I found that it doesn't really. Speaking of range, I'm quite unimpressed by mine. I'd say 20-25 feet at best. My key is brand new too :(

My VW Eurovan has 3 times that range.

Yea it definitely worked for me. If I'm walking towards the front of the car, it usually only works within 20 ft . By doing the chin method I was able to be atleast 100-120 or so feet away and unlock it. I simply pointed the metal portion of the key right to my chin and it worked. I remember reading about it on the E46fanatics page somewhere.


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[JupiterBMW]

ESS......

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Oh haha, well dream ZHP maybe. But yes, that is the only real performance mod left. Still wanna do suspension, brakes, and some other stuff yet too. Someday...


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[Hornung418]

Repaired my DISA and installed the 1.2 bar ET cap.

Recently temps have been real cold here. My temp guage has been reading about 11o'clock...no codes, but I think my thermostat is stuck open. :(

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[danewilson77]

Sux Justin.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Does it really work? I found that it doesn't really. Speaking of range, I'm quite unimpressed by mine. I'd say 20-25 feet at best. My key is brand new too :(

My VW Eurovan has 3 times that range.


Yea it definitely worked for me. If I'm walking towards the front of the car, it usually only works within 20 ft . By doing the chin method I was able to be atleast 100-120 or so feet away and unlock it. I simply pointed the metal portion of the key right to my chin and it worked. I remember reading about it on the E46fanatics page somewhere.

It's funny because last weekend my friend and I tested this theory. I've been doing this since high school and it easily doubles the range. Without the chin method I'm good for around 24-30 feet, under the chin I was easily 100 feet away.



Repaired my DISA and installed the 1.2 bar ET cap.

I just purchased the GAS 1.2 Bar ET Cap in Black.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/16/va2ame6u.jpg

[fredo]

I tried on my Mini Cooper the tricks found by Dario recently. They worked as well !

1) without the key on the ignition, turn on the high beam. They stayed on for 30 secs or so.
2) without the key on the ignition, turn the directional to the left or right. The taiillight, parking lamp, and fog light on that side stayed on.

Interesting the Mini and e46 share the same tricks.

[WOLFN8TR]

I accidentally found those...

[Lanister]

I tried on my Mini Cooper the tricks found by Dario recently. They worked as well !

1) without the key on the ignition, turn on the high beam. They stayed on for 30 secs or so.
2) without the key on the ignition, turn the directional to the left or right. The taiillight, parking lamp, and fog light on that side stayed on.

Interesting the Mini and e46 share the same tricks.

I also found that if you press the stereo volume knob (without the key in the ignition) them stereo will play on for 30 minutes. Really helps when working on the car and wanting to listen to tunes, without having to hear the door-open beep. I bet it's the same on a mini :)

[DDub88]

I also found that if you press the stereo volume knob (without the key in the ignition) them stereo will play on for 30 minutes. Really helps when working on the car and wanting to listen to tunes, without having to hear the door-open beep. I bet it's the same on a mini :)

I used to love that feature when I still had the stock unit installed.


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[Hermes]

Some slight bodywork to make the valence fit correctly. It was pushed out in the middle, which in turn caused rubbing at certain steering angles. Next step is figuring out where to find Euro bumpers, then paint.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null_zpsb4a33886.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null_zps76e94eba.jpg

[cakM3]

That's looking great JP! :thumbsup


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[johnrando]

@jp - looks great.
@joop - congrats, and, nice pick up.
@stewbie. Here's the back side.
11088

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[JupiterBMW]

...without having to hear the door-open beep...

That can be coded off...

[Imola.ZHP]

Good stuff in here guys, I've been somewhat MIA, my puppy is sick again. She's hospitalized for the weekend, hope to be able to bring her home Monday.

Anyhow, before all of that happened, I ordered my car its early christmas present, a new detailer bag. I had previously been using an Acura gym bag that I purchased after purchasing my RSX-S in late 2001. The bag was over 10 years old and had been used well past its lifetime. I went with this bag.

http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2272_138054939 http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/autogeek/blackfire-detail-bag1.jpg

Kinda pricy, but if it lasts another 10 years, then that'll be worth it IMO.

Also, I received a pair of mirrors from Coby1. I broke all of the clips on my mirror caps thinking you could just pull them off (you can't BTW). They are not imola, but they look pretty good (will post pics later), they are steel grey. I had cracked the black trim around the passenger side mirror glass about 4-5 years ago backing into the garage, so I also was able to swap out that broken (it was superglued, but still broken) piece for one that is not damaged. I still need to finish my clay and wax job, but there is too much going on right now with the dog and with school.

[echo46]

Likin that bag

[Vas]

Went to the junkyard this morning to get some clips that were broken on my brake ducts. While there found a complete set of RCR tails with stealth bulbs on them. Picked up a complete set for $100 and then after research, they are the same ones Turner Motorsports sells.

Then installed my new wheel liner and brake duct plus washed the car.

Today was a good day.

[danewilson77]

Awesome find.

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[johnrando]

Installed my jack pad rubber piece under the car. Also, installed the oil pan cover that BMW doesn't install on our cars anymore.


http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG_20131116_150044_513_zps9cea4e6a.jpg (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/johnrando/media/IMG_20131116_150044_513_zps9cea4e6a.jpg.html)

http://i1214.photobucket.com/albums/cc481/johnrando/IMG_20131116_150017_947_zpscbc74590.jpg (http://s1214.photobucket.com/user/johnrando/media/IMG_20131116_150017_947_zpscbc74590.jpg.html)

Found the source of my front end rattle, turns out it's the right end link, per this thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11370-Ideas-on-this-End-link-rattle&p=308279#post308279

[Lanister]

Installed my jack pad rubber piece under the car. Also, installed the oil pan cover that BMW doesn't install on our cars anymore.



John, is it the end link of a sway bar?

Also, the oil pan cover? are you saying zhps don't come with them? if so, what's the part #? :)

[danewilson77]

John, is it the end link of a sway bar?

Also, the oil pan cover? are you saying zhps don't come with them? if so, what's the part #? :)

Yes. Right side Sway bar end link.

Many of our car don't have the oil pan trap doors, maybe due to neglect, maybe not.

P/N should be up soon.

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[BCS_ZHP]

DW, etal,
The oil drain plug cover was standard in 1999 & 2000, somewhere in 2001 BMW dropped it. If you try to pick it up based on your VIN, the dealer will tell you you don't need one/ don't rate one/ can't find one for your car. Ask them to look it up for a 2000 MY e46.

[Lanister]

Yes. Right side Sway bar end link.

Many of our car don't have the oil pan trap doors, maybe due to neglect, maybe not.

P/N should be up soon.

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Must.... have... :)

[DDub88]

John, is it the end link of a sway bar?

Also, the oil pan cover? are you saying zhps don't come with them? if so, what's the part #? :)

I found that my pan cover is also non existent


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[johnrando]

Looking for my paperwork to find the part number, don't see it yet. It will turn up. Maybe a more in depth look tomorrow.

[danewilson77]

Ok. We have part number here on the site.

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[johnrando]

Found it!

51 71 8 212 164 (screw clip)
and
51 71 7 036 493 (trap door including screw and washer)

Tischner had them for like $6. You need both parts. Check there.

[ELCID86]

Bruce and I have had good luck with the pricing and service here: http://www.bmwoffairfax.com/order-parts-online.htm
Bruce can actually pick them up in person. I had my purchase shipped for $9. Wish I'd thought about adding this part.

[Imola.ZHP]

Well, my jacked up rear tire (from a bad RTAB) finally gave up yesterday.

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/p480x480/1457698_10200984506562500_2130471833_n.jpg

I was backing into the garage after work, got out and heard this crazy loud hissing. I thought I had blown a cooling component, nope, tire was done.

Sure glad it didn't do this on the interstate.

Now I have an OEM style 135 on the car with a nearly bald Pilot sport. I'll order a replacement tire tomorrow.

[Stewbie]

2) without the key on the ignition, turn the directional to the left or right. The taiillight, parking lamp, and fog light on that side stayed on.

I remember reading about this on another bmw site. The theory is that on narrow streets in some European cities you would leave the side marker lights on when its dark out so that passing cars won't hit you.

Perhaps we should start a "Stupid BMW Tricks" thread?

[az3579]

Cleaned the inside of my windows with the knowledge I gained from AmmoNYC's videos, specifically this one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4WwOrkgXlc

I was wondering why the hell my glass looked like crap all the time after cleaning it. :shifty

[Stu]

I'll just leave this here to describe my day.

https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7905116928/h4BB1F939/

[Lanister]

I hear it also works well with insect control ;)

[echo46]

That's a great video. I will be detailing my windows next weekend.

[QC_ZHP]

Finally got the coilovers adjusted perfectly this weekend and installed 15mm spacers in the rear. Also put on a new xenon leveling sensor. The old one had a broken arm.

[Lanister]

Finally got the coilovers adjusted perfectly this weekend and installed 15mm spacers in the rear. Also put on a new xenon leveling sensor. The old one had a broken arm.

Pics!!! :)

[danewilson77]

Lmao!

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[das boots]

I'll just leave this here to describe my day.

https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/7905116928/h4BB1F939/

It can also be used to clean the carbon on the BCG.

[Avetiso]

I used it on things I just sanded because it evaps quickly. Doesn't mess with the paint, either. :)

[das boots]

I was looking for a thread that some one posted on a net that can be installed by the passenger or driver's side. Could some one post that online site again? Thanks.

[Hermes]

What net are you talking about?

As for me, I won the auction on the single headlight conversion - $216 + shipping tbd

[das boots]

Some netting for extra pockets that can be installed by the transmission hump on driver's or passenger's side.

Edit: Never mind. Found it. LetherZ.com. Center Console Parcel Net.

[QC_ZHP]

Pics!!! :)

http://i41.tinypic.com/am2nas.jpg

:facepalm hopefully this week. I had to work on the car in between the rainfall all weekend.

[JupiterBMW]

As for me, I won the auction on the single headlight conversion - $216 + shipping tbd

Speaking of headlights, were you still interested in the FXR retrofit setup I had?? You did get the pics I sent you, right?

[Hermes]

Speaking of headlights, were you still interested in the FXR retrofit setup I had?? You did get the pics I sent you, right?

Yeah, but I can't seem to remember where I put the ellipsoids so I can measure them. I'll try to look for them this week

[Imola.ZHP]

Ordered a new tire so far, probably nothing else for the day.


--Marcus

[Stu]

I'm thinking of ordering two new rear window weather strips.

[ELCID86]

PDR on 4 doors and hood.

[Washburn]

Yep, Dinan is having a 15% off everything sale this month, so I really couldn't pass it up...
There are a lot of products that are not eligible for this sale :( Sadly, what I need, the Dinan Air Filter for the high-flow intake is one of the many ineligible items.

They really shouldn't make contradicting statements :/ This is what the website says:

15% Off Sale on all products. View ineligible products below. Ehhh?

[Yass_ZHP]

Washed him and went out for a ride on Saturday...

Guys I need your help.. Looking into changing the wheels and Ive been looking around and I want to stick to 17s I know oem is 18s but 17s is a tire I can find in different sizes and brands down here and 18s are extremely over priced... Anyways I´ve been looking at these :
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/bbs/swap/bbs_sr_anth_ci3_l.jpg

But they have a 35mm offset, will I have any issues? Should I get spacers? thanks!

[echo46]

Those BBS' look nice.

[coby1]

1 seat lol

[ELCID86]

^ ok, so explain that wheel...? Is that an option on your site?
And why the different seats?

[ELCID86]

Just installed new wiper blades, oil filler cap and bolt covers on the engine cover.

[coby1]

^made it as a test wheel, not an option on site, seats i am turning black m3 seats into sport gray sport seats jk

[Hermes]

I thought that was M-Alcantara for a sec...

I want that fabric so much.

[WOLFN8TR]

New G.A.S ET Cap.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/y2e4y9e5.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/nebyrudy.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/3u5uzase.jpg

[ELCID86]

Aux jack in. Flappy paddle wheel from Sean Pip on deck for tonight.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/equjapys.jpg

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[Yass_ZHP]

Just ordered mtech splitters and the Hamman fog duct covers from Khoalty :)

[328ioc]

Aux jack in. Flappy paddle wheel from Sean Pip on deck for tonight.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/equjapys.jpg

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

Can't wait to see the wheel.

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[ELCID86]

Just ordered mtech splitters and the Hamman fog duct covers from Khoalty :)
Wish I'd seen those splitters before I bought some off e46f. So w/ the Hamman fog duct covers, I assume they are in place of the 51117893067 and
51117893068 (which I am missing)? Will you paint them?

[johnrando]

Aux jack in. Flappy paddle wheel from Sean Pip on deck for tonight.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/20/equjapys.jpg

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

Aw yeah!

[das boots]

Just ordered mtech splitters and the Hamman fog duct covers from Khoalty :)

Link to Khoalty splitters?

[ELCID86]

Link to Khoalty splitters?
THis is what I saw. Do M3 ones fit on mtech2 bumper?
http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-csl-splitters-m3-bumper.html

[328ioc]

THis is what I saw. Do M3 ones fit on mtech2 bumper?
http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-csl-splitters-m3-bumper.html

It would be very interesting of they do fit.

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[Vas]

Hamman fog duct covers from Khoalty :)

Really curious to see how this turns out

[Yass_ZHP]

The M3 splitters wont fit... I ordered the Mtech splitters

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-m-tech-splitters-m-tech-ii-bumper.html

[ELCID86]

The M3 splitters wont fit... I ordered the Mtech splitters

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-m-tech-splitters-m-tech-ii-bumper.html
Thanks. Tell us more about the duct covers.

[Yass_ZHP]

Really curious to see how this turns out

Well I liked them on the picture and a costumer review says they fit perfectly... wondering if leaving both the splitters and the duct covers black or paint match them with the car..

Heres how the covers look:
http://media.khoalty.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/800x600/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/h/a/hamanduct.jpg

[johnrando]

I have c/f duct covers/splitters.

[ELCID86]

Well I liked them on the picture and a costumer review says they fit perfectly... wondering if leaving both the splitters and the duct covers black or paint match them with the car..

Heres how the covers look:


Thanks. They might look good. Post pics when you get them.

[328ioc]

Well I liked them on the picture and a costumer review says they fit perfectly... wondering if leaving both the splitters and the duct covers black or paint match them with the car..

Heres how the covers look:
http://media.khoalty.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/800x600/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/h/a/hamanduct.jpg

I plan on getting the duct covers as well. Probably in another few weeks after I replenish funds from all of my recent interior upgrades and new camera purchase.


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[das boots]

Thanks. Tell us more about the duct covers.

Does Kholaty only sell the Fog Duct Covers in CF? I'd rather have them the same color and blending in with the bumper.

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html

Edit: My bad...they do come in fiber glass. I meant as in plastic/abs?

[328ioc]

Does Kholaty only sell the Fog Duct Covers in CF? I'd rather have them the same color and blending in with the bumper.

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html

I have seen Abs ones on eBay but I think most people just paint them.

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[Vas]

I am on the fence about the foglight covers.

[danewilson77]

Well I liked them on the picture and a costumer review says they fit perfectly... wondering if leaving both the splitters and the duct covers black or paint match them with the car..

Heres how the covers look:
http://media.khoalty.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/800x600/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/h/a/hamanduct.jpg

Hood won't stay up?

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[Hornung418]

Headed to Williamsport PA to meet Gary and pick up the CSL reps! ET 35 18x8.5J all around. Cant wait to mount them.

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[328ioc]

Pics when mounted!

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[Vas]

Installed rcr tails

[danewilson77]

Installed rcr tails

:waldo

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[das boots]

Installed rcr tails

Are there LED bulbs to replace the regular bulbs in a RCR? Have been meaning to mount my RCR. But I still have the Depo LED tails. If there are LED bulbs, this might finally motivate me with a kick to my butt to mount the RCR.

[Hermes]

Just realized the E21 single headlight has a provision for a city light... so pumped!

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ubububub/2012-06-20_05-13-19_69.jpg

I think I'm just gonna use my currently extra wiring for the fog lights to make that work.

[Johal E32]

Are there LED bulbs to replace the regular bulbs in a RCR? Have been meaning to mount my RCR. But I still have the Depo LED tails. If there are LED bulbs, this might finally motivate me with a kick to my butt to mount the RCR.

Yea, I have a bunch of super bright 1156 LED bulbs at my house. They throw an error though which is the downside and the turn signals blink really fast. If you run resistors you won't have the issue anymore.. I haven't bothered.

[330i ZHP]

installed front bumper and some other stuff

[az3579]

Are there LED bulbs to replace the regular bulbs in a RCR? Have been meaning to mount my RCR. But I still have the Depo LED tails. If there are LED bulbs, this might finally motivate me with a kick to my butt to mount the RCR.

Yes. I run a full LED setup, with the exception of running lights since they don't change state so LED is pointless with those. LED brake light, turn signal, and reverse bulbs. Use CREE CANBUS bulbs and you will get the brightest bulbs you can get but without errors and hyperflash on the turn signals. Specifically, I used 25W bulbs, but I would do 50W if I had to do it again.

[Vas]

Are there LED bulbs to replace the regular bulbs in a RCR? Have been meaning to mount my RCR. But I still have the Depo LED tails. If there are LED bulbs, this might finally motivate me with a kick to my butt to mount the RCR.

The RCR are great but I put the orange bulb in them. Looking for either a plain chrome bulb or an LED bulb


Yes. I run a full LED setup, with the exception of running lights since they don't change state so LED is pointless with those. LED brake light, turn signal, and reverse bulbs. Use CREE CANBUS bulbs and you will get the brightest bulbs you can get but without errors and hyperflash on the turn signals. Specifically, I used 25W bulbs, but I would do 50W if I had to do it again.

Hyperflash is the company name? 50w wont melt the reflective finish?

Got a link or anything?

[az3579]

Hyper flash is just the act of LED bulbs that don't have the correct resistance flashing very fast when activated, like when you have a bulb out. LED bulbs require resistors to be added otherwise they will flash quickly. Buying CANBUS bulbs would be best because they already have the circuitry inside them that prevents hyper flash, and will not trigger a bulb-out warning like ones without the resistors.

I bought mine on eBay. Please PM me so I will remember to look it up later for a link. It's eBay so the sellers change constantly.

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[das boots]

Hyper flash is just the act of LED bulbs that don't have the correct resistance flashing very fast when activated, like when you have a bulb out. LED bulbs require resistors to be added otherwise they will flash quickly. Buying CANBUS bulbs would be best because they already have the circuitry inside them that prevents hyper flash, and will not trigger a bulb-out warning like ones without the resistors.

I bought mine on eBay. Please PM me so I will remember to look it up later for a link. It's eBay so the sellers change constantly.

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PM sent for information.

[Stu]

Got my new diff drain/fill plugs, 14mm hex socket, crush washers and Castrol Syntrax. Gonna change my diff oil this weekend.

$8.50/bolt at the dealer....ripoff. But still better than the guy next to me who paid to have his E46 serviced there - whatever he had done cost him $4700.

Fun fact, the local dealer has an absolutely gorgeous BMW M1 in the showroom that's obviously not for sale. I never thought I'd have the chance to see one up close. I'll take pictures of it next time I'm there!

[Hornung418]

Just ask to test drive it. See what they say when you flash your bosses credentials. Just say he's in the market and you're the resident BMW fanatic.

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[Stu]

Just ask to test drive it. See what they say when you flash your bosses credentials. Just say he's in the market and you're the resident BMW fanatic.

Sent from my GS3.

I'll just show them the corporate credit card. :eeps

Business expense?

Business expense.

[Hornung418]

Business expense. Fo sho.

Sent from my GS3.

[QC_ZHP]

I had a black 1M drive by me on the interstate a few months ago and I was able to get behind it when traffic picked up. The lines on that car are fantastic

[Hermes]

Rigged up a plate mount

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/22/u5uneha7.jpg

[danewilson77]

Looks good.

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[Hermes]

Thanks

[Lanister]

Got the oil separator project half way done. Took out all the old tubing and the CCV. They were expectantly very brittle. A bit of oil under the old CCV location so it was definitely time to get on with it. Took about 3 hours but I bet if I had to do it again it would take half that. Going to take my time to clean the shit out of the area and put it all together. Let's hope it won't take as long but somehow I doubt it. :facepalm

P.S. Whoever designed that thing is a cruel CRUEL person :guns :drevil

[derbo]

Got the oil separator project half way done. Took out all the old tubing and the CCV. They were expectantly very brittle. A bit of oil under the old CCV location so it was definitely time to get on with it. Took about 3 hours but I bet if I had to do it again it would take half that. Going to take my time to clean the shit out of the area and put it all together. Let's hope it won't take as long but somehow I doubt it. :facepalm

P.S. Whoever designed that thing is a cruel CRUEL person :guns :drevil

The harder part is actually putting it back together....good luck sir.


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[Junior2552]

Took my ZHP out in a rainstorm because the E36 decided the stock E36 alternator that it was using was no longer up to snuff. :crying

[Stu]

Took my ZHP out in a rainstorm because the E36 decided the stock E36 alternator that it was using was no longer up to snuff. :crying

I hate it when I just clean the car and have to take it out in the rain :(

[das boots]

It's been raining here....on and off for a couple of days now......and boy do we need it and more.

[Hermes]

No single headlights for me, the guy doesn't want to ship to the US

[coby1]

made one more seat (may take another year to do the back seat) have to paint the house lol

[Tnhl1989]

made one more seat (may take another year to do the back seat) have to paint the house lol

Now do I get you to do my seats ;)

[coby1]

^ huge pain to do (time wise) i had bought a leather m3 interior probably 2 years ago the seats were power/heat lumbar but the drivers frame was all jacked up so have just now made the time to cut apart the front seats to put the fabric into them and switched over onto my non powered seat frames (still left wiring/switches for the lumbar and heat in the seats) so at some point (probably never) i can try to figure out how to make the heat and lumbar work lol

[Pip]

Got a new shift boot from Coby today. M5 knob on the way.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/23/ygatabyd.jpg

[Lanister]

10mm spacers have just arrived at my door. Too bad the car is down for CCV/OFHG surgery. Still! :)

[QC_ZHP]

10mm spacers have just arrived at my door.
Glad to hear.

[Lanister]

Glad to hear.

Thanks ;)

[330i ZHP]

installed 3m protective film on the new fog lights to prevent chipping and cracking...

[az3579]

^ Good call. Mine are still uncracked after many years thanks to the film. :thumbsup

[cakM3]

depends on the size of rocks those stupid dump/semi trucks spit out at you.... I use 3M protective film on my lenses as well and my driver's side fog lens are cracked....

[330i ZHP]

depends on the size of rocks those stupid dump/semi trucks spit out at you.... I use 3M protective film on my lenses as well and my driver's side fog lens are cracked....

of course...it is more the reduction of the chipping and hazing - esp since I use the M5 clear lenses instead of the lined lenses of the zhp, etc

[330i ZHP]

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/lighting/lighting_e46_m3_foglight_e39_m5_foglight_zhp_63177 894017_1.jpg

http://images02.olx.co.za/ui/7/12/39/1369651750_488590339_1-Pictures-of--BMW-E46-IndividualFacelift-Fog-Light-Right.jpg

[Washburn]

changed oil using the MightyVac - used Mahle Oil Filter this time, mainly to see how it works...(Nothing against Mann, I know most people voted for Mann when I posted a little poll; didn't want to waste it as I had already bought one, and it did have a larger pleat count vs the Mann, and 'made in Austria' and the plastic end cap and solid construction) -
everything went well, except the oil was a lot colder than last time, and had some trouble getting the last bit out...(took 7 qts of GC to reach full mark (2nd notch from bottom), so I guess I got most of it out...might have left a bit of old oil in, but not enough to matter I think). I am a still a novice at this, and this is my 2nd DIY oil change...

11164

[echo46]

I washed, blow dried, and vacced both the E36 and the E46 Ms. Also detailed all wheels.

[brettbimmer]

DISA rebuild kit installed from German Auto Solutions. Thanks again to Johnmadd for letting me know that this kit exists!

Also installed wiring for a battery tender on the battery itself.

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[cakM3]

Swapped out my alcantara steering wheel for my perforated leather one in my ZHP. I will be keeping the leather steering wheel mounted during the winter months ;)

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/25/qa7abesu.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/25/azu5egav.jpg

Man is it cold outside today!!! Glad my garage is heated....:)


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[Avetiso]

Nice, Chuck. :like

[ELCID86]

Swapped out my alcantara steering wheel for my perforated leather one in my ZHP. I will be keeping the leather steering wheel mounted during the winter months ;)

Man is it cold outside today!!! Glad my garage is heated....:)


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Nice idea on the wheel. Jealous of heated garage.


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[330i ZHP]

Not BMW product...Oil and filter change, transmission fluid changed, power steering fluid flushed, topped up brake and clutch fluid, swapped out glitchy HID bulb and buffed the headlamp lenses. A friends Civic is ready for the holiday road trips!

https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1454742_10102235043631494_478364525_n.jpg

[330i ZHP]

such an easy car to work on

[danewilson77]

Not BMW product...Oil and filter change, transmission fluid changed, power steering fluid flushed, topped up brake and clutch fluid, swapped out glitchy HID bulb and buffed the headlamp lenses. A friends Civic is ready for the holiday road trips!

https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1454742_10102235043631494_478364525_n.jpg

All for $13.82 :)

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[330i ZHP]

lol, just about

I think the oil and filter together were $25 and the PS fluid was $10 from Honda

[danewilson77]

lol, just about

I think the oil and filter together were $25 and the PS fluid was $10 from Honda

Damn. That's awesome.

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[M0nk3y]

I want that lift. Please

[das boots]

I want that lift. Please

+1.

[az3579]

Not BMW product...Oil and filter change, transmission fluid changed, power steering fluid flushed, topped up brake and clutch fluid, swapped out glitchy HID bulb and buffed the headlamp lenses. A friends Civic is ready for the holiday road trips!


I really hope you didn't mean HID bulbs on that Civic there...

[Lanister]

Finished the OFHG and CCV refresh. Let's just say I'm glad it's over. What a PIA. Luckily, the car started, no funny noises, or engine lights. Haven't driven it yet though. Got the steering coupler arriving tomorrow so it stays up on the stands. Time for a brew! :)

[Lanister]

I want that lift. Please

+25

[Vas]

What steering coupler did you go with ?

[Lanister]

What steering coupler did you go with ?

OEM. I didn't see any other alternatives and figured hammering my old one is not my choice.

[Imola.ZHP]

Not BMW product...Oil and filter change, transmission fluid changed, power steering fluid flushed, topped up brake and clutch fluid, swapped out glitchy HID bulb and buffed the headlamp lenses. A friends Civic is ready for the holiday road trips!

Nice work! Love the lift too! This is why I can't justify trading our 2007 CR-V EX-L with Nav for a BMW X vehicle. The Honda is paid for, the Nav with backup cam and XM radio are just the right amount of technology and isn't outdated; we wish it have bluetooth, but thats ok. It's great on fuel and cheap and easy to work on.

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

I've been MIA for about a week, been busy with school, life and dealing with the loss of my dog that passed this last Tuesday.

Replacement tire came in Wednesday, got it mounted and balanced on Thursday (tire shop didn't have to use ANY weights, Pilot Super Sports are expensive, but damn they are good!). Put it on Saturday at work in the heated shop, close enough to 5k, went ahead and rotated (side to side, you can do that with pilot super sports) the 3 that were older, the other rear tire doesn't have much life left in it. On my list. Vacuumed the trunk tonight.

Just have a few weeks of school left and then I'll be working on the front suspension that I've had in my trunk (actually removed about two weeks ago) since June.

[Stu]

Showed my differential some love and changed the fluid.

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

The fluid that came out looked surprisingly clean, almost exactly like new. But there were definitely metal shavings in the catch pan, so I'm glad I changed it out. I used approximately 1L before it started dripping out the fill hole, but I had bought two just in case.

I am not sure if Castrol Syntrax 75w90 is the same as Castrol Syntrax Long Life 75w90, which is the OEM fluid. The "Syntrax Long Life 75w90" seems to only bring up UK websites, so I don't know if it's a regional marketing difference for the same fluid. Either way, $10, picked it up at AutoZone, back of the bottle says it's made for extended drain intervals; good enough for me. I've got an extra (opened) bottle sitting here of about 1L. I'll save it for donation at the next Mafia meet :)

[330i ZHP]

I really hope you didn't mean HID bulbs on that Civic there...

I agree - not my car

[JupiterBMW]

Not BMW product...Oil and filter change, transmission fluid changed, power steering fluid flushed, topped up brake and clutch fluid, swapped out glitchy HID bulb and buffed the headlamp lenses. A friends Civic is ready for the holiday road trips!

https://scontent-b-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1454742_10102235043631494_478364525_n.jpg

Hey Stu, what sort of locking device is on that lift?? I would assume (and hope!) that there is something more than just relying on the hydraulic rams.


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[330i ZHP]

as it goes up there is a ratcheting lock mechanism and teethed locks slide over those but do not allow going down (even with the hydraulic pump) without releasing the locking system with a pneumatic line (you have to hold two buttons to lower)

[toddness]

Got the x3 back from the dealer - new tranaxle - woohoo.
Ordered tuneup parts for the 02. Thinking about getting an electronic ignition, new coil (currently red) and updated 320i alternator....
ZHP is again whole. Body shop came through on the moldings and fender well rivets - and should be paying for my headlight debacle...

Nice to have 3 sweet bimmers again - and yes, I love the e83 3.0si m-sport w/6MT.

[Lanister]

What happened to your headlights, Todd?

[toddness]

What happened to your headlights, Todd?

I'll try to be brief, which I think never happens.

ZHP got hit in late August, took it to great body shop. Got car back and driver side headlight was out, combined with issues that just lacked the quality I am used to from them. I told them I would replace bulbs and test, which failed, then I swapped ballast with passenger, still dead. Hermes told me to disconnect battery in effort to reset codes (I believe this is what disconnecting battery does) (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5101-HELP!-AL-HID-low-beam-doesnt-wanna-work&p=305140#post305140). - i chubbed this up as i did not actually disconnect ground from the battery.

I looked closer and found the outside air temperature sensor wire under a lot of tension with the turn signal lead wrapped around it. I suspected this was somehow involved, agreed with the body shop to take car to dealer and let them sort it and whoever 'owns' problem, pays for dealership visit.

Dealership found autoleveling code thrown, which deactivated headlight until reset. I have to believe it was the body shop not disconnecting ground and yanking the wire, which is peculiarily close to the nest of ground wires near the rear of the headlight assembly.

My thought is it's on the body shop. Car went in with lights ok. came out with one dead, that needed a code reset and the only explanation the from dealer that it happens if someone connects the wrong wire or some short like that. We'll see if they agree to pay the 125.00 inspection/resolution.

I should be getting a call from them shortly.

[Lanister]

Who knew so much headache could come from a silly headlight. Good luck, Todd. You're almost there :)

[Hermes]

Interestingly I'm working on the E21 headlights at the moment

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/be8ature.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/26/7yherere.jpg

+$64 for adjustment knobs

updates later this week when I get parts in

[az3579]

Jumpstarted it this morning. The battery is only 2 months old. :shifty
I can't believe a battery with 950CCA needs a jump in only 20-something degree weather. Pa-freaking-thetic.
Don't ever buy Dura(Won't)Last.

[gr330zhp]

OE Bluetooth installed on the 740i!


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[Johal E32]

Installed 3000K HID fogs. Freaking awesome. No glare, not obnoxiously bright, no flickering or any BS. Only cost me $50.

http://www.amazon.com/Zenex-Conversion-6000K-Diamond-White/dp/B000YQKOU6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385442188&sr=8-1&keywords=zenex+hid

[Avetiso]

Installed 3000K HID fogs. Freaking awesome. No glare, not obnoxiously bright, no flickering or any BS. Only cost me $50.

http://www.amazon.com/Zenex-Conversion-6000K-Diamond-White/dp/B000YQKOU6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385442188&sr=8-1&keywords=zenex+hid
Siiiiiiick! That's on my list.

[QC_ZHP]

Installed 3000K HID fogs. Freaking awesome. No glare, not obnoxiously bright, no flickering or any BS. Only cost me $50.

http://www.amazon.com/Zenex-Conversion-6000K-Diamond-White/dp/B000YQKOU6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1385442188&sr=8-1&keywords=zenex+hid

Nice, any pics?

[Imola.ZHP]

Got the x3 back from the dealer...

Nice to have 3 sweet bimmers again - and yes, I love the e83 3.0si m-sport w/6MT.

Link to pics? Or post some pics please! Love e83 m-sports!

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Drove to work, from one garage to another (unheated at home to heated at work).

[echo46]

as it goes up there is a ratcheting lock mechanism and teethed locks slide over those but do not allow going down (even with the hydraulic pump) without releasing the locking system with a pneumatic line (you have to hold two buttons to lower)

I know it's been asked before, but what is the name of that lift and where did you get it? That lift would look great in my garage:))

[330i ZHP]

BendPak SP-7x

[echo46]

Thanks, love it.

[Stu]

Took a little bit of driving but I am noticing smoother shifting after changing my transmission fluid.

Well, the snow hath arrivethed. Good news is I am flying out before it gets bad, and I am still on my summer tires. But I'll be ordering winter tires while I am away to be delivered when I get back.

I'll be going with 16" Sport Edition A7s with Continental ExtremeWinterContacts.

Supposedly the 16" Sport Edition A7s fit the E46, and was recommended by them. They don't look too bad, can definitely pull of an "OEM look" with the BMW center caps.

[Hornung418]

I don't think we can run 16s on the 330. Brakes are too large. However I've been wrong before. Anyone care to clarify?

Sent from my GS3.

[danewilson77]

I don't think we can run 16s on the 330. Brakes are too large. However I've been wrong before. Anyone care to clarify?

Sent from my GS3.

Certain 16's. It depends on the rim.

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[Johal E32]

Siiiiiiick! That's on my list.


Nice, any pics?

This is with just one side in. I'll try to get some night time pics up soon.
http://i.imgur.com/BsBwlpul.jpg
Also, you can notice my intake filter where my other fog light should be :)

I'm also opening things up on the Dad's S62 to change his 8 plugs with new ones. Fingers crossed it all goes well!

http://i.imgur.com/V8dstl8l.jpg

Dem Velocity stacks :drool:

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

[nomsg]

Got my ZHP a little brother. Actually this was about 6 months ago, he was handed down from my mother-in-law. She kept him in great shape. Since then an ES air dam and Alpina rear spoiler were installed. So happy to have an E30 in the stable again. Cheers!

http://www.r3vlimited.com/gallery/files/1/2/6/2/8/e30_325.png

[johnrando]

Oh sweet!

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[danewilson77]

Oh sweet!

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+1

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[Avetiso]

Dope. Loving the cars, as well, Jordan.

[Johal E32]

Nice E30!

Whew. 4 hours later. 8 plugs successfully changed. What a bear of a job! I think Dad was quoted $200-250 to get 'em changed, glad I was able to save him that money.

[echo46]

Nomsg, I'm likin that e30.

[az3579]

Nomsg, I'm likin that e30.

Well, the E30 is God's Chariot... :biggrin

[328ioc]

Well, the E30 is God's Chariot... :biggrin

Chariots of fire just started playing in my head.

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[ELCID86]

Shined exhaust tips again. Used Emory paper per Joop's recommendation.

A lot better

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/9u6ejeja.jpg


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[QC_ZHP]

Shined exhaust tips again. Used Emory paper per Joop's recommendation.

A lot better

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/9u6ejeja.jpg


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

Very nice, adding this to the to-do list.

[az3579]

^ Now you can shine them up with metal polish. Then they'll actually reflect again!

[HokieZHP]

I always clean and polish my exhaust tips when I clean my car. Especially with my aftermarket exhausts. Makes the car look so much better!

[ELCID86]

I used some polish but got cold and wimped out. Will give it a go again soon.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[terraphantm]

SS brake lines (Stoptech), bled ABS, lines, and clutch with Motul 5.1, installed 75mm wheel studs, mounted my winter wheels/tires, and changed my fuel pump. Still need to take care of my ICV

Honestly, brake pedal feel is a bit disappointing even with the ABS bleed... but what to do. I bled everything like 3 times.

[Hermes]

V12 kidneys for the V8

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/3ytybuda.jpg

These cost more than the Performance ones I got for the ZHP

[Hornung418]

Differences between the two?

Sent from my GS3.

[Johal E32]

Installed steering guibo and its off center. I'll remove it tomorrow and then figure out where I goofed up.

It was cold out, and I did it in the carport because I didn't feel like moving my car into my warm, well lit garage. I guess I was asking for itLOL

[Hermes]

Differences between the two?

Sent from my GS3.

740 has black slats, 750 has chrome. 750 might also have more slats total but I can remember if that is the case or not

[brettbimmer]

740 has black slats, 750 has chrome. 750 might also have more slats total but I can remember if that is the case or not

Looks good! Do you have an E38 project thread somewhere that missed? I really love those cars!

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[Hermes]

Looks good! Do you have an E38 project thread somewhere that missed? I really love those cars!

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Nah, no thread. I love it too - except for the super expensive 7er parts

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/740i/F55FAB31-197E-4748-BF1D-40D5CDFF26FE-674-0000011026E5BF56.jpg

2001 740i M-Sport
Cosmos Black Metallic/Black Leather/Vavona wood trim

[JupiterBMW]

Shined exhaust tips again. Used Emory paper per Joop's recommendation.

A lot better

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/28/9u6ejeja.jpg

I might not be the smartest guy in the world, but I know a thing or two. :biggrin

^ Now you can shine them up with metal polish. Then they'll actually reflect again!
Yes, agreed. I actually could see myself in the tips of my old ZHP.

I used some polish but got cold and wimped out. Will give it a go again soon.

Mother's Powercone, cordless drill.... Dhu eeeeeet. :thumbsup


Honestly, brake pedal feel is a bit disappointing even with the ABS bleed... but what to do. I bled everything like 3 times.
Ya know, I felt the same way after doing brakes on my last ZHP, and that was with SS lines as well. And someone else I spoke to had the same reaction... Kind of makes me wonder if I should even bother this time around!

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/740i/F55FAB31-197E-4748-BF1D-40D5CDFF26FE-674-0000011026E5BF56.jpg
:like

[JupiterBMW]

Well, I'm happy to say that I successfully submitted the paperwork to get my Dinan badge. I have a full 10 points now, so I'm officially the owner of a Dinan 3 series, something I've always wanted...

When I get home, I just have to install the TB. Should probably do some other maintenance while I'm in there...

[QC_ZHP]

Well, I'm happy to say that I successfully submitted the paperwork to get my Dinan badge. I have a full 10 points now, so I'm officially the owner of a Dinan 3 series, something I've always wanted...

Very cool. Congrats

[330i ZHP]

scratched the underside of the new splitter today having to back into the driveway

[Lanister]

Bawlz :(

[kayger12]

It's not what I did for her; it's what she did for me.

Took her on a 200+ mile jaunt around NJ making the obligatory family holiday rounds.

Tore up some back roads, did some very comfortable Turnpike driving, and closed it out with an 80 mile shot down the Parkway. I pulled in the garage last night damn thankful for a car that is such an absolute pleasure to spend the day in.

Seriously-- when your car can make holiday driving enjoyable, you've got something not special.

[330i ZHP]

I agree- it is great to enjoy driving our cars. Unlike others, like our TL, that can be trying and nothing special

[johnrando]

Joop, congrats on the badge. I know you've been wanting one. It's always cool to set a goal and then achieve it.

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[danewilson77]

Joop, congrats on the badge. I know you've been wanting one. It's always cool to set a goal and then achieve it.

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+1

Vive La Joop!

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[echo46]

It's not what I did for her; it's what she did for me.

Took her on a 200+ mile jaunt around NJ making the obligatory family holiday rounds.

Tore up some back roads, did some very comfortable Turnpike driving, and closed it out with an 80 mile shot down the Parkway. I pulled in the garage last night damn thankful for a car that is such an absolute pleasure to spend the day in.

Seriously-- when your car can make holiday driving enjoyable, you've got something not special.

Amen.

[BCS_ZHP]

P-man's car: new oil filter housing gasket (OFHG), both new tensioners, new pulleys, new belts, p/s fluid change, and 3 cans of BrakeKleen getting all the mess off the underside of the car. The gasket was rock hard and definitely the source of the leak.

I procrastinated on this repair for at least a month, the leak was minor at that time. Well, give it a thousand plus miles and the car was now rustproofed underneath, oil everywhere. I was still not looking forward to this repair this morning, really on the fence, called a couple of indys for labor estimates since I already had the parts. Well, $450 & $385 estimates got me motivated to go get messy, Preston doesn't have the money for that and I wasn't going to loan it to him. As David (MtnMan) said, the book time is 3-3.5 hrs but plan for 4.5-5 because OCD kicks in and you want everything to be squeaky clean. All in all, very straightforward and fairly intuitive repair.

[Hornung418]

Yup...lots of us have been doing that job lately.

Sent from my GS3.

[danewilson77]

Well done Bruce.

Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[Hermes]

My hella's arrived

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/30/8e6u7aje.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/30/ge2e6y9u.jpg

should I bake em?
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/30/ahe4aqa2.jpg

[330i ZHP]

what would you be doing by baking them?

Euro - H1, H4, etc?

[Hermes]

Heat the sealant so I can remove the lens, then paint the reflector yellow

Yes, H4/H1 E-code conversion

[Lanister]

Back on the jack stands. Oil change, Transmission fluid change, rear diff fluid change planned for the weekend.

[Pip]

Back on the jack stands. Oil change, Transmission fluid change, rear diff fluid change planned for the weekend.

I did these one weekend on my car as well. It really is the perfect opportunity to get all three done.

[330i ZHP]

Heat the sealant so I can remove the lens, then paint the reflector yellow

Yes, H4/H1 E-code conversion

gotcha

[danewilson77]

Heat the sealant so I can remove the lens, then paint the reflector yellow

Yes, H4/H1 E-code conversion

Yes please.

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[328ioc]

Heat the sealant so I can remove the lens, then paint the reflector yellow

Yes, H4/H1 E-code conversion

I feel like it wouldn't be one of your cars if you didn't do that.....so yes.

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[330i ZHP]

Joop - what items did you have to buy to "earn" the Dinan3 badge?

I see you bought TB

[ELCID86]

Bath for both cats and Super VRThttp://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/ury6u7a3.jpg on trim.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[JupiterBMW]

Joop - what items did you have to buy to "earn" the Dinan3 badge?

I see you bought TB

Well, to get the badge, you have to acquire at least 10 points with Dinan. You can do it any way you'd like. They have a fair selection of E46 parts. Personally, I think their strut bars are ugly, and I want to do coilovers, so I chose to do all engine performance parts for my car. Besides, I don't want my car to be too loud, so the Dinan exhaust was plenty enough. So, for me, it was the intake (3 points), exhaust (3 points), throttle body (2 points), and engine software (2 points). Currently I have the stage 2 software, but with the TB, I can step up to the stage 3, which I will do soon enough. Then I'll have all of the performance parts they offer for our car. :)

Anyway, after a lot of thought, I will be putting the badge on the car as this one has to be earned. Too many people are buying an ///M badge and slapping it on non M cars, so being that you can't just BUY a Dinan badge, I'm gonna rock it. :thumbsup

[Hermes]

I decided that until I get my new plastic adjusters in next week, plus get the high beams ready, I will just put the low beams in my current frames so I can at least see a little better at night

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/yqarahaz.jpg


Also, my exhaust hanger on the ZHP decided take a dump this morning for no reason

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/aqynehy7.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/a2anyby5.jpg

[alexandre]

I installed my german LCM and coded it yesterday.

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[HokieZHP]

Ordered down pipes for my 335. And also some new ignition coils and clear front side markers to get rid of the ugly orange bumper reflectors

[Hermes]

All better

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/3uda7e5u.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/u8y7ynyh.jpg

[kayger12]

All better

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/3uda7e5u.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/01/u8y7ynyh.jpg

Nice work.

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[trancenation]

Brake fluid flush on the zhp today. Boy was it dirty!

[330i ZHP]

it is "fun" to follow along and watch all the work you guys put in...it is great to see folks doing their own work

[johnrando]

Plus one, nice werk all!

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[az3579]

Replaced the CCV and associated pipes/hoses. Also rebuilt the DISA.

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[QC_ZHP]

Replaced the CCV and associated pipes/hoses. Also rebuilt the DISA.

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Running stronger?

[az3579]

Running stronger?

Like a stabbed rat. I'm updating my project thread. You can see the details there in a few minutes.

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[fredo]

I took the Mini to the touch less car wash. Looks sharp again.

[coby1]

fog light inserts (saw someone post them a couple of weeks ago) so had an impulse type moment lol perfect fitment for a 70.00 item/ also re did the door airbag covers.

[Avetiso]

You can never have too much Alcantara.

[Stu]

Those fog light inserts go really, really well with the sedan. Also, it's fun to see how a person who owns a company works on their car :D Your interior is awesome.

I would love to do it on my 2-door if I could somehow paint them in gloss-black to match the rest of the trim. That would look pretty good, I think.

[ELCID86]

I do like the inserts. Reminds me i meant to buy some!

Source on the insert/cover?

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[danewilson77]

Cars looking dope Mike.

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[kayger12]

fog light inserts (saw someone post them a couple of weeks ago) so had an impulse type moment lol perfect fitment for a 70.00 item/ also re did the door airbag covers.

Yes, please!

Do those inserts fit the coupe bumper??

Source??

Love the look.

[ELCID86]

I think we discussed the ones from http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html a while back.

[kayger12]

Overdue brake fluid flush today. ATE 200. Glad I bought a couple of cans of the Super Blue before they disappeared. So easy flushing out with the different colors.

Had some issues with the Bav Auto pressure bleeder. Waiting for an email response before I release the details...

[328ioc]

fog light inserts (saw someone post them a couple of weeks ago) so had an impulse type moment lol perfect fitment for a 70.00 item/ also re did the door airbag covers.

Omg those cover look great around the fogs.

Love the interior as well.

Keep it up!

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[Lanister]

I think we discussed the ones from http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html a while back.

Looks like Coby's are matte black. I'd rather buy them pre-painted than color match. That's why I'm also curious about the source.

[328ioc]

I think I'm gonna go carbon to match the splitters.

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[ELCID86]

Khoalty has free shipping on order of $100.

[kayger12]

I think we discussed the ones from http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html a while back.

Just found them. Thanks!

[Stu]

Dang. $65? Totally worth it. I'll find a shop that can paint them gloss for me. Those would look fantastic.

Also, I love how carbon fiber brings the price up by $500 :rofl

[kayger12]

I emailed khoalty to confirm that they'll for the Coupe bumper.

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[kayger12]

Kudos to Khoalty for super fast response (on a Sunday no less).

They confirm it will fit Coupe bumper.

Ordering!

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[Imola.ZHP]

I think I some too as well as a new pair of splitters. Then take them, the splitters and my new (to me, thanks again Coby!) mirror caps to get all painted gloss black.


--Marcus

[Hermes]

Was vacuuming the car and decided to finally put my center console together with the parts I've managed to find

Original
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/P1050744.jpg

Step 1
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null-4.jpg

Step 2 http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/null_zpsc82f79ae.jpg

Today
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/58160F06-C5A3-4DD9-AEEE-A3B7672C7F2A.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/1330CD1C-A131-466B-9497-BDCBBDA9F92A.jpg

[das boots]

I think we discussed the ones from http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46-hamann-style-fog-cover.html a while back.

Prefer the ABS Plastic over fiberglass. But...that's just me.

[kayger12]

Kudos to Khoalty for super fast response (on a Sunday no less).

They confirm it will fit Coupe bumper.

Ordering!

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Ordered!


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[echo46]

Very nice, Hermes

[toddness]

I committed to buy this :

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[danewilson77]

Nice Todd.

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[Stu]

Looks to be in fantastic condition.

[Hermes]

Nice E12!

[JKO_ZHP]

Bought my first set of wheels for any car, ever.
Avant Garde M359s in silver.

[Avetiso]

Bought my first set of wheels for any car, ever.
Avant Garde M359s in silver.

Nice! Should be interesting to see them on a coupe.

[az3579]

Looks like Coby's are matte black. I'd rather buy them pre-painted than color match. That's why I'm also curious about the source.

For anyone who wants to buy those foglights covers, do not paint them. They chip VERY easily and end up looking like ass when they do.
I had these on my car when I bought the car and couldn't wait to take them off because of this. Some of the chips were HUGE.

[JupiterBMW]

Bought my first set of wheels for any car, ever.
Avant Garde M359s in silver.

What size and offset did you get? And btw, those wheels look AWESOME... (see sig).