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

[JKO_ZHP]

I'm very tempted JKO. How soon you get them?

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The order is still processing as of now, but it says that it's in the final stages; 7-day shipping.

I'd recommend getting them not just for personal use but for the fact that they are in limited supply. I bookmarked their page for a long time now and I hear that they won't be making any more = prices may possibly inflate just like the BMW Performance strut bars. High turnover maybe...

[gmurphy]

I got the washer fluid pump replaced today by BMW of Lincoln. It was covered under warranty. I thought they drove my car because it had 20 more miles then what was on the invoice but since I used a different key and gave them the spare it all checked out.


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[UdubBadger]

Black grills and k&n filter went on the E91 today. Tails didn't fit, guy sold me e90 blacklines and didn't tell me. Doh.


Goin' HAM mobile

[Stigissimo]

Switched over to BMW perf SSK last night. Special thanks goes out to hornung for the tip on how to get that damn plastic bearing out of the shifter arm:

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As well as special thanks to avetiso for his boss DIY. Somehow I managed to not drop the pin clip at any time during the process... Beginners luck maybe

[E_Rak]

Switched over to BMW perf SSK last night. Special thanks goes out to hornung for the tip on how to get that damn plastic bearing out of the shifter arm:

As well as special thanks to avetiso for his boss DIY. Somehow I managed to not drop the pin clip at any time during the process... Beginners luck maybe

PSH. Didn't want a shoutout anyway...

[Vas]

Impressions ? Did it get rid of the side play ?

[Hornung418]

Glad I could help you, Stiggy!

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[alexandre]

To get rid of all side play, you'd need to replace everything that's not metal here:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=EV53&mospid=47725&btnr=25_0413&hg=25&fg=05

I had serious shifter slop issues and #12 is what made the most difference.

[Hornung418]

It's gone for a few weeks... But it will eventually return. As much as I hate to say it Rob Levinson is right about the build quality of the shifter. But a little slop is okay for now. Not too big of a deal.

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[midlandtech]

Just won an ebay auction for a 3.46 diff.... the modding continues

[cakM3]

Just won an ebay auction for a 3.46 diff.... the modding continues

You're gonna love this diff Steve! :thumbsup


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[alexandre]

Just won an ebay auction for a 3.46 diff.... the modding continues

:like

I love the RPM range! Every gear has a ton of torque.

[midlandtech]

You're gonna love this diff Steve! :thumbsup


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Ya I hope so picked it up for 100 bux shipped

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[Avetiso]

:thumbsup

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[Phoenix]

I had to do a non voluntary differential swap after mine failed on the interstate (at only 140K! WTF, right?). Turns out that the diff is the same as any E-46 M/T diff, but a flange swap is mandatory to make it link up to the ZHP output axles. If you don't want to do a flange swap, you have to replace form the hub up. Steve Wheeler in Lake City FL did the work on that and he did a fantastic job.
Anyways, I just put my two cents in since I saw you were talking about your diff.
Today, I did a transmission fluid change to Redline D4 ATF on my 2003 ZHP 6 spd m/t. I also upgraded to magnetic drain and fill plugs. I instantly noticed somewhat smoother shifting and faster synchro spin-ups.
The plugs I used were "M18X1.5X12 = BMW CAR, LATE TRANSMISSIONS, STANDARD" from dimple, http://www.drainplugmagnets.com/
They were about 1/4" shorter in length than the OE plugs, but the threads matched up perfectly. They also included 4 extra crush washers. Costs, $30 each.

I found that the torque spec for almost every transmission is 37 ft-lbs, but for 6 spd transmissions, it's 26.
Torque specs here http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-Kgk5QGL/0/XL/01-08-2011-115718AM-XL.jpg
Hope that all helps people who plan on doing the same projects.

[midlandtech]

I had to do a non voluntary differential swap after mine failed on the interstate (at only 140K! WTF, right?). Turns out that the diff is the same as any E-46 M/T diff, but a flange swap is mandatory to make it link up to the ZHP output axles. If you don't want to do a flange swap, you have to replace form the hub up. Steve Wheeler in Lake City FL did the work on that and he did a fantastic job.
Anyways, I just put my two cents in since I saw you were talking about your diff.
Today, I did a transmission fluid change to Redline D4 ATF on my 2003 ZHP 6 spd m/t. I also upgraded to magnetic drain and fill plugs. I instantly noticed somewhat smoother shifting and faster synchro spin-ups.
The plugs I used were "M18X1.5X12 = BMW CAR, LATE TRANSMISSIONS, STANDARD" from dimple, http://www.drainplugmagnets.com/
They were about 1/4" shorter in length than the OE plugs, but the threads matched up perfectly. They also included 4 extra crush washers. Costs, $30 each.

I found that the torque spec for almost every transmission is 37 ft-lbs, but for 6 spd transmissions, it's 26.
Torque specs here http://mrmaico.smugmug.com/Cars/BMW-ZHP-misc/i-Kgk5QGL/0/XL/01-08-2011-115718AM-XL.jpg
Hope that all helps people who plan on doing the same projects.

Yup I'm planning on swapping input and output flanges from the stock diff over to this one once it comes in. I'm super excited to see what difference it makes.

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[Stigissimo]

PSH. Didn't want a shoutout anyway...


Special thanks to Evan who sat in the back of the car and watched me finish up then drove it after!

Impressions:
Slop down 85% (total guess). It's a lot tighter to the point where the slop is acceptable - it's no gated shifter - even some new cars have more play in their shifters.
Shifts are notchier and more direct.
Downward throws (1-2, 3-4 etc) are noticeably shorter, but the upward throws aren't too much different.
Totally worth it. I'm very happy with it so far.

[NorCal-Dimitri]

Switched over to BMW perf SSK last night. Special thanks goes out to hornung for the tip on how to get that damn plastic bearing out of the shifter arm:

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As well as special thanks to avetiso for his boss DIY. Somehow I managed to not drop the pin clip at any time during the process... Beginners luck maybe

Nice! I am really excited to hear your thoughts on the ssk.

[stephenkirsh]

Got my DICE MediaBridge installed today. It went pretty well. I'll do a write up later after I have some time to use it more.

(Does anybody know how to shuffle tracks on a USB thumb drive?)

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[Johal E32]

Washed, waxed and went to a rather large euro meet. Some guy pointed at my car and said, "wow it's a E36 wagon, pretty rare". I lol'd pretty hard..

Saw a awesome M3CSL clone, 3.0CS, Benz 600 grosser, McLaren MPC, amongst other nice cars. Pics to come!

[stephenkirsh]

The one in the SF Bay? I thought about going.

How was the crowd?

[Avetiso]

Washed, waxed and went to a rather large euro meet. Some guy pointed at my car and said, "wow it's a E36 wagon, pretty rare". I lol'd pretty hard..

Saw a awesome M3CSL clone, 3.0CS, Benz 600 grosser, McLaren MPC, amongst other nice cars. Pics to come!
Berkeley Marina? I was about to go.

[Johal E32]

The one in the SF Bay? I thought about going.

How was the crowd?


Berkeley Marina? I was about to go.

YAWP. The 5-0 was there the whole time to stop the Fast and Furious fiasco of last year. It was good, I just hanged with my fellow E46'er friends and ran into a handful of people i know.

You guys should have come out! I parked with my friends, a coupe, my wagon, vert m3, zhp sedan all next to each other!
Here is my POS wagon.

http://i.imgur.com/fHkU7Ll.jpg
you can spot the 600 by the tree. M3 vert, 325 coupe, and the black zhp is blocked by my car :/
http://i.imgur.com/6PcVmvh.jpg

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2053002-7th-Annual-Berkeley-Marina-EURO-Meet-01-18-14/page2

[3ZHP]

I actually put some miles on it today, :) about 130 going to Nashville and back. I need to do this more often.

[johnrando]

Nuttin but driving it. Need another project. Running out of things to do on Ness.

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[Avetiso]

Nuttin but driving it. Need another project. Running out of things to do on Ness.

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Jane needs some lovin'... Come up here and do some werk on my car. I'm a bit busy. :biggrin

[johnrando]

Lol, someday I will :)

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[Hermes]

You guys and naming your cars, I just say the red one, the green one, the camo one...

[HockeyGoon]

I put in my new coby wheel!!!

Before
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After
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[kayger12]

Looks great!

Love the blue stripe.

[PirateZHP]

Oh that's purty!

[ELCID86]

Very nice. I like the blue TDC stripe.

I assume your wheels are slightly off center (and not the steering wheel).

[HockeyGoon]

Very nice. I like the blue TDC stripe.

I assume your wheels are slightly off center (and not the steering wheel).

Oh yeah sorry about that I just took the picture

[ELCID86]

Oh yeah sorry about that I just took the picture

No worries, just wanted to make sure you didn't re-install one notch off. Nicely done.

[danewilson77]

Looks great!

Love the blue stripe.

+1

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[johnrando]

JP, Ness takes offense to your comment. :) Can't believe you don't name your car. We even have a thread about it.

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[cakM3]

You guys and naming your cars, I just say the red one, the green one, the camo one...

I too don't really have a name for either of my cars...not in the same sence you guys name your cars...

[Hermes]

JP, Ness takes offense to your comment. :) Can't believe you don't name your car. We even have a thread about it.

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I think my cars get enough love from me that naming them is not necessary. Just for you I will now name my cars

The red E46
The green E21
The 4 colored E10

;)

[cakM3]

Nice JP :)

[jakksfor20]

Looks pretty good for 127k miles...http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/za9y8e8y.jpg


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[ELCID86]

Looks pretty good for 127k miles...


VCG? VANOS too?

[ELCID86]

Took advantage of the ~47* weather today to wash and detail the wife's TSX (first of course) and my BMW today. She promises to do the insides tomorrow when it's supposed to be even warmer.

[kayger12]

Looks pretty good for 127k miles...http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/20/za9y8e8y.jpg


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Looks great! No 15k mile oil changes there.

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[jakksfor20]

VCG? VANOS too?

Started with the CCV and have that just about done. Ordered the wrong lower intake boot. Then got the OFHG done. Then yes, VANOS seals and VCG (not leaking). The VANOS seals were a lot easier than I thought. This is on the coupe we picked up in September that will be for sale soon. I was pleasantly surprised how clean it was. Next on the list is aligning the cutoff on the umnitza depo/fx-r upgrade lights. Their jig is horrible. Not looking forward to baking them and cutting the epoxy apart.


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[BCS_ZHP]

I think my cars get enough love from me that naming them is not necessary. Just for you I will now name my cars

The red E46
The green E21
The 4 colored E10
;)

I notice you're missing a "BLUE" one, more specifically a Mystic blue Slick Top!

[BCS_ZHP]

Took advantage of the ~47* weather today to wash and detail the wife's TSX (first of course) and my BMW today. She promises to do the insides tomorrow when it's supposed to be even warmer.

So what time tomorrow are you planning to get up to clean the interiors? Partial cleaning only gets you partial "lucky", about as lucky as you got last night, lol.

[ELCID86]

Not sure. ;-0

[UdubBadger]

Got the lci headlights into the E91 this am. Amazing difference.


(forgot the before photo so here's the dealership one again)
Before

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After with black grilles too
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Goin' HAM mobile

[Avetiso]

Nice, Seth. :thumbsup

[PirateZHP]

Gave her a bath then gave her something to drink (put gas in the tank). It was just a quick wash, but it needed it. And just in time for the rain and snow tomorrow! Yay!

[gmurphy]

Gave her a bath then gave her something to drink (put gas in the tank). It was just a quick wash, but it needed it. And just in time for the rain and snow tomorrow! Yay!

Looks good!


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[gmurphy]

Excuse the mess I'm in the process of cleaning but I installed a new clutch pedal pad! Much improved.1189911900


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[ELCID86]

Looking good Matt. I just washed mine yesterday and the wife followed though with the interior today. I put a coat of Klasse AIO and then SG on her TSX--I really like that stuff and not as hard as ppl say to apply. Looks really nice. I also met with the paint/body guy and had planned to drop the Bimmer off with them tonight, but I misplaced one of the keys. Drove me crazy all day. Finally stopped and said a prayer and found it in the only coat pocket I had not checked a little bit later--I don't even remember wearing that one. Well Amen anyway. I'm trying to make arrangement to drop the car tomorrow, but they are calling for 3-8" here. We shall see. He plans to take it to his shop (vice the mobile tent he uses at the dealers).

[ELCID86]

Excuse the mess I'm in the process of cleaning but I installed a new clutch pedal pad! Much improved.


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For a second there I thought you'd picked up a used one (I was looking at the before picture)! Now you need the clutch-stop mod!

[gmurphy]

Also washed mine! 11901


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[gmurphy]

For a second there I thought you'd picked up a used one (I was looking at the before picture)! Now you need the clutch-stop mod!

Lol ya it was half price :).


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[ELCID86]

Also washed mine! 11901


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Good job. What's your weather like in NE?

[gmurphy]

Good job. What's your weather like in NE?

Yesterday it was beautiful, mid 50s plenty of sun. Today it is about 40 something and really windy. Car is safe in the garage awaiting a interior cleaning. How's your weather?


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[ELCID86]

47* yesterday ~50* today. Twenties and 3-8" of snow tomorrow!

[gmurphy]

47* yesterday ~50* today. Twenties and 3-8" of snow tomorrow!

Tomorrow sounds lovely but I think I will let you keep that weather!


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[PirateZHP]

Thanks gmurph and Shawn! It was a quick bath with no wax or anything after. You all hang in there with that snow coming.

[llll1l1ll]

Today, I replaced the oil filter housing gasket (it was easy) and then ordered a rear window regulator.

[jakksfor20]

Washed the sedan today and ordered a secondary air pump vac hose for the coupe. Found one end busted yesterday doing the vanos seals and I subsequently broke the other end. $32 at the dealer. Ugh!! It'll be worth it putting another ZHP back into the flock after I am done....... My mom let me know today that my Uncle may be getting ready to let go of his '73 Vette, so more incentive to sell this coupe.


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[kayger12]

Broke it to mine that she won't be seeing the road for about a week or more.

[gmurphy]

Thanks gmurph and Shawn! It was a quick bath with no wax or anything after. You all hang in there with that snow coming.

Let's hope we don't get the most of the storm.


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[ELCID86]

I hope we do! ***


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[cakM3]

After about a month on the sidelines I finally took my ///M out for a nice drive to a friend's house. It was truly a refreshing experience driving my renovated ///M. With my new interior, it looked like a new car ;)

Finally got my OEM CSL bootlid properly fitted and aligned....what a royal PITA that was!

Then before storing it back inside it's home, I gassed up both cars :)

[ELCID86]

I thought she was hibernating until spring? Glad there was a break in the weather for you.

[kayger12]

After about a month on the sidelines I finally took my ///M out for a nice drive to a friend's house. It was truly a refreshing experience driving my renovated ///M. With my new interior, it looked like a new car ;)

Finally got my OEM CSL bootlid properly fitted and aligned....what a royal PITA that was!

Then before storing it back inside it's home, I gassed up both cars :)

Glad you got to get out and stretch her legs, Charlie.

[cakM3]

Glad you got to get out and stretch her legs, Charlie.

Thanks Keith! Yeah, it was like feeling liberated having that extra 100hp on tap ;) The car felt so good to ride after being put away for awhile...

[wsmeyer]

Dropped the X5 2" today with Johnrando 's assist. Pretty straightforward and by the time I did the second front I was a "Texas expert". The back are ridiculously easy as you just change the ride height sensor linkage arm. That was probably 1/2 hour for both sides. Totally stoked with how it looks. Will take pics in the daylight soon.

[Johal E32]

Hey guys,
http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/shopexd.asp?zone=main&id=11889
http://www.magnaflow.com/02product/displayapplications.asp?partnumber=10735
Thoughts on which Y pipe I should get?
The first one is like $30, and the second is around $65 and claims to be a smooth transition. I want the smooth transition, yes? This is going to replace my first muffler after the cats. On the 323 it is a dual in single out muffler so a Y pipe makes sense to replace it.

Thanks!

[johnrando]

William, fun working with you on your X5. Lots of washes/waxes posted recently... did mine today too before hanging with William. Johal, I don't know but let us know what you decide.

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[stephenkirsh]

ZHP badge!

[gmurphy]

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Very poor lighting in the picture but I did the interior today. I used BMW Natural Care Interior Cleaner. It was my first time using it and I would recommend it for the alcantara and plastics.


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[oldzilla]

Johnrando I do believe I have seen your ZHP one December afternoon last year when I was in Hermosa beach. It was on sepulveda blvd heading towards LAX, in the tunnel. I remember it clearly. The noise from the exhaust and the ZHP badge, I was driving my sisters 325ci and thinking that my ZHP was waiting for me at the dealer and seeing that black ZHP made my smile knowing soon I would have mine..

[johnrando]

Whoa, that's pretty cool. I def make that drive quite often. 2nd time I've been spotted before "meeting" someone on the forum. Joe (bimmeryota) saw my car down in San Diego once. William and I see each others cars but living only 10 minutes apart doesn't really count. :)

@Murph, interior looks good.

[oldzilla]

I may see it again next week will be in hermosa for a few days.

[wsmeyer]

I may see it again next week will be in hermosa for a few days.

That would be very cool. Definitely let us know when you're in town.

[Avetiso]

Washed my car today in preparation for the new semester. Good luck to all the students.

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[gmurphy]

Whoa, that's pretty cool. I def make that drive quite often. 2nd time I've been spotted before "meeting" someone on the forum. Joe (bimmeryota) saw my car down in San Diego once. William and I see each others cars but living only 10 minutes apart doesn't really count. :)

@Murph, interior looks good.

Thank you! I cannot wait for summer! Had the sunroof open the other day. Love the exhaust sound!


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[E_Rak]

Washed my car today in preparation for the new semester. Good luck to all the students.

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Blah you as well. Class in the AM!

[alexandre]

Washed my car today in preparation for the new semester. Good luck to all the students.

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I'm on my third week already... How come you guys start so late!!!

[midlandtech]

I'm on my third week already... How come you guys start so late!!!

No joke been back since the 6th... of course I go year round so maybe that's why

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[Lanister]

I'm on my third week already... How come you guys start so late!!!

Same here. Yey school :rolleyes

[Avetiso]

I'm on my third week already... How come you guys start so late!!!

I'm sure you ended earlier as well. :)

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[alexandre]

I'm sure you ended earlier as well. :)

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Nah, I finished Dec 18... I'll be outta there on April 22 though. That I'm not complaining. :rofl

[Avetiso]

Nah, I finished Dec 18... I'll be outta there on April 22 though. That I'm not complaining. :rofl

Ohhh. How long are your semesters? Mine are 16 weeks.

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[alexandre]

Ohhh. How long are your semesters? Mine are 16 weeks.

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15 + 1 if you're lucky, 2 if you get a shitty final schedule.

[Avetiso]

15 + 1 if you're lucky, 2 if you get a shitty final schedule.

Oh, nice. I wouldn't mind increased intensity for shorter semesters.

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[das boots]

Washed the car since we will in all probability not have any rain the next few weeks or even months. Drought conditions in the winter.

[Avetiso]

Washed the car since we will in all probability not have any rain the next few weeks or even months. Drought conditions in the winter.

State of emergency order for us. Washing your car on city water will get you a ticket.

Luckily, I'm on well water.

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[PirateZHP]

State of emergency order for us. Washing your car on city water will get you a ticket.

Luckily, I'm on well water.

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My dad is too... and I was cars at his house! :rofl

[cakM3]

State of emergency order for us. Washing your car on city water will get you a ticket.

Luckily, I'm on well water.

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I'm lucky in that we don't have this issue in New England.....although it's about to snow again up here.....can't wait to play in the snow with my ZHP :biggrin

[danewilson77]

State of emergency order for us. Washing your car on city water will get you a ticket.

Luckily, I'm on well water.

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My dad is too... and I was cars at his house! :rofl

Watch the hard water.

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[Avetiso]

Watch the hard water.

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Yeah, it's a pain. I have to quick detail my entire car after every wash to keep spots from forming. Vinegar is used sometimes.

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[Vas]

I am also on well water however I have a water softener installed so all the water in the house is soft.

[das boots]

I am also on well water however I have a water softener installed so all the water in the house is soft.

That is the way to go....using a water softener.

[PirateZHP]

Our well water isn't bad at all. I don't know if my dad has something to help soften of condition the water, but it works just fine.

[Avetiso]

I am also on well water however I have a water softener installed so all the water in the house is soft.

How about your outside water?

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[johnrando]

Hard water here, definitely a pita when I wash the car, which is why I do it do rarely (1/month at most). California Duster more often than not. Or a wash/wax which obviously handles the spots. I can't remember the last time I drove the car in rain or on wet roads, probably a year ago. That's why I don't have to wash it often.

[Pip]

Hard water here, definitely a pita when I wash the car, which is why I do it do rarely (1/month at most). California Duster more often than not. Or a wash/wax which obviously handles the spots. I can't remember the last time I drove the car in rain or on wet roads, probably a year ago. That's why I don't have to wash it often.

Curious about the water restriction in LA since Sacramento is on one. Has the media been discussing fines for using water on unnecessary things?

[ELCID86]

Hard water here, definitely a pita when I wash the car, which is why I do it do rarely (1/month at most). California Duster more often than not. Or a wash/wax which obviously handles the spots. I can't remember the last time I drove the car in rain or on wet roads, probably a year ago. That's why I don't have to wash it often.
What about some of the waterless washing products?

[ELCID86]

Example: http://www.autogeek.net/waterless-auto-wash.html

[UdubBadger]

Jeeze this thread exploded last night.

[Dave1027]

Excuse the interuption but I felt the need to announce that I installed Whiteline poly RTABs yesterday. I'm really liking them since they eliminate the rubbery feel. I'll probably end up going poly on the fcabs some time in the future. There is an small increase in harshness but in my opinion the increased stability is worth the trade off.

[Yass_ZHP]

Been extremely busy at work.. but was able to get some DIY time on sunday, plan to finish the last steps on the next couple of days, a pic of how Heinz looked on sunday,

List of things to be done:
-Paint front bumper grill
-Install front bumper Mtechnik splitters (khoalty)
-Yellow fog light bulbs and covers
-Install Hamman fog duct covers (khoalty)
-Front plate delete
-K&N performance air intake

Hopefully I´ll be done by next week

Will post more pics when everything is done!

[das boots]

Jeeze this thread exploded last night.

And all I said was we are suffering from drought.

[cakM3]

Been extremely busy at work.. but was able to get some DIY time on sunday, plan to finish the last steps on the next couple of days, a pic of how Heinz looked on sunday,

List of things to be done:
-Paint front bumper grill
-Install front bumper Mtechnik splitters (khoalty)
-Yellow fog light bulbs and covers
-Install Hamman fog duct covers (khoalty)
-Front plate delete
-K&N performance air intake

Hopefully I´ll be done by next week

Will post more pics when everything is done!

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Library2/IMG-20140119-WA00191_zps3434fae1.jpg


Only way to refresh the lower grill!
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[Hermes]

Only way to refresh the lower grill!
:like

Nope, that's just the easy way.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1160.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1159.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1165.jpg

Hard to believe that it's already been 2.5 years since I did that

[wsmeyer]

Nope, that's just the easy way.

I bought a new one and then had JupiterBMW put it in.

$40 + 2 beers FTW!

[Hornung418]

Drove her home safely. Went into work before the snow fell... Totally unprepared for the weather as I did not make it home last night from a beer trade show...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/22/y6yzu3em.jpg

Sent from my GS3.

[stephenkirsh]

Damn that's a good amount of snow.

[johnrando]

Added a quart of oil. No, LA is not under drought restrictions yet. Also, too much dust near the beach for me to want to use those waterless wash products.

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[az3579]

Got the lci headlights into the E91 this am. Amazing difference.


(forgot the before photo so here's the dealership one again)
Before

11894

After with black grilles too
11896


Goin' HAM mobile

So when ya gettin' the hood and front bumper?

[jakksfor20]

Completed the laundry list of items from a few posts back. Took a quick 5 mile drive and I "think" the car idles and runs smoother. Also, with all that maintenance done, I am pretty sure the only thing I can hear out of the norm is an idler pulley on its way out. Next on the list is the headlights.......

[maliceM3]

Oil level sensor and harness + alignment

[Vas]

How about your outside water?

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All of the water is soft including the water faucets outside. So I really enjoying washing the cars outside during the warm weather.

[Vas]

Drove her home safely. Went into work before the snow fell... Totally unprepared for the weather as I did not make it home last night from a beer trade show...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/22/y6yzu3em.jpg

Sent from my GS3.

I did the same thing today on some summer tires. It sucked

[Johal E32]

My mom banned me from washing my car LOL. She said I do it waay to often, (cough, once a week)

[az3579]

I did the same thing today on some summer tires. It sucked

Death wish? :shifty

[Vas]

Something along those lines. Took it nice and easy though.

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[BavarianZHP]

My mom banned me from washing my car LOL. She said I do it waay to often, (cough, once a week)

Start showering only once a week and see how she feels about that! Hold out until she's convinced that washing once a week is not enough :biggrin

I installed the euro tray. Awesome. My cup holders were nasty, and I never used them anyways. :roundel

[Avetiso]

:rofl

[Johal E32]

HAHA, its okay.

I waxed it twice after my last wash. Of course, being a black car it stayed clean for a solid 35 minutes :/ LOL

[das boots]

Nope, that's just the easy way.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1160.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1159.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/zhp%20projects/IMG_1165.jpg

Hard to believe that it's already been 2.5 years since I did that

I prefer the JP route. By removing the bumper. Maybe it's just me. But I prefer to do the job right the first time.

You'd be surprise how much gunk is behind the bumper. A total cleaning of the frontal area and you will notice the amount of plastic rivets missing.

[JKO_ZHP]

Checked my order for the headers on BimmerBrakes (order still "processing" after I ordered it on the 17th...?)
Already preparing for its arrival

[Johal E32]

Are you going to run cats after the headers? Otherwise CEL, and fail CA smog, right?


EDIT:
I would so get headers if they were easy to change! Id just run stock headers for smog time hehe

[Pip]

Are you going to run cats after the headers? Otherwise CEL, and fail CA smog, right?


EDIT:
I would so get headers if they were easy to change! Id just run stock headers for smog time hehe

Yea me too. I'm sure many of us enthusiasts would do headers if visual wasn't an issue.

[JKO_ZHP]

Are you going to run cats after the headers? Otherwise CEL, and fail CA smog, right?


EDIT:
I would so get headers if they were easy to change! Id just run stock headers for smog time hehe

I think we have to get our smog checks done every two years in CA, right? If so, I'm waiting on that day to come (didn't have to smog last year) so after, I can toss them on for another worry-free two years. Assuming cops don't smell me and pull me over or anything like that of course.

I'm leaving the legality of it up to my indy guy. If he has no solution for me, I'm fine with them going on as-is anyway.

[Hermes]

I think we have to get our smog checks done every two years in CA, right? If so, I'm waiting on that day to come (didn't have to smog last year) so after, I can toss them on for another worry-free two years.

Yes, it's biennial (not biannual). If you didn't do it last year, it will happen this year before you get your new tags. I believe it's based on original model year of the car therefore so a 2004 model year car will be smogged every even year, 2005 every odd year. Also, you are exempt for the first 6 years. My 2005 was exempt until 2011, makes sense as I've only smogged it twice.

Be aware, there are now mobile smog stations around SoCal... be careful

edit: here you go

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

[Johal E32]

I have seen one of those before in Oakland!

Apparently a CAI is illegal, fails the visual :/

[JKO_ZHP]

Yes, it's biennial (not biannual). If you didn't do it last year, it will happen this year before you get your new tags. I believe it's based on original model year of the car therefore so a 2004 model year car will be smogged every even year, 2005 every odd year. Also, you are exempt for the first 6 years. My 2005 was exempt until 2011, makes sense as I've only smogged it twice.

Be aware, there are now mobile smog stations around SoCal... be careful

I didn't have to smog last year and I bought it in May of 2012 so I'm guessing I'll be getting a letter from the DMV to smog sometime later this year.
Gives me a two-year window to enjoy the headers....hehe.

As for the random smog checkpoints, I can't guarantee I will never encounter one but the chances are slim. I only drive to school and work, both of which are within 8 miles or less from my place, and all three cities have a relatively high median/average income....I'm sure they mostly hold those stops in cities where street racing is prevalent? Or lower income? Or maybe even in super tree-hugging environmentalist cities....either way, I'm willing to take that chance. I've lived here for just about 17 years now and I have never seen a smog checkpoint (or even DUI) in my three neighboring cities.

At most we just have choppers chasing down fleeing car chase suspects.


I have seen one of those before in Oakland!

Apparently a CAI is illegal, fails the visual :/

What about the BMW Performance intake?
Oakland would not surprise me...

[Hermes]

As for the random smog checkpoints, I can't guarantee I will never encounter one but the chances are slim. I only drive to school and work, both of which are within 8 miles or less from my place, and all three cities have a relatively high median/average income....I'm sure they mostly hold those stops in cities where street racing is prevalent? Or lower income? Or maybe even in super tree-hugging environmentalist cities....either way, I'm willing to take that chance. I've lived here for just about 17 years now and I have never seen a smog checkpoint (or even DUI) in my three neighboring cities.


Nope, they're all over town here. Like it says, random checkpoint. As for you not seeing them yet it's because it just started a few months ago. DUI is different, they put them on main roads going out of bar areas. This is anywhere

[Johal E32]

I didn't have to smog last year and I bought it in May of 2012 so I'm guessing I'll be getting a letter from the DMV to smog sometime later this year.
Gives me a two-year window to enjoy the headers....hehe.

As for the random smog checkpoints, I can't guarantee I will never encounter one but the chances are slim. I only drive to school and work, both of which are within 8 miles or less from my place, and all three cities have a relatively high median/average income....I'm sure they mostly hold those stops in cities where street racing is prevalent? Or lower income? Or maybe even in super tree-hugging environmentalist cities....either way, I'm willing to take that chance. I've lived here for just about 17 years now and I have never seen a smog checkpoint (or even DUI) in my three neighboring cities.

At most we just have choppers chasing down fleeing car chase suspects.



What about the BMW Performance intake?
Oakland would not surprise me...
HAHA, Oakland has some SICK multi-million dollar areas. It's a huge city, many different neighborhoods.

BMW perf should be okay, looks OEM. I mean, its technically OEM, made by BMW and all.

[stephenkirsh]

Also, you are exempt for the first 6 years. My 2005 was exempt until 2011, makes sense as I've only smogged it twice.


Uhhh what? I've never purchased a car new, but my dad has a bunch, and they always had to be smogged every 2 years. Even the 2004 325 M56 SULEV had to get smogged every 2 years from purchase brand new in 2004 even though it's cleaner than any Prius on the road.

[Hermes]

Uhhh what? I've never purchased a car new, but my dad has a bunch, and they always had to be smogged every 2 years. Even the 2004 325 M56 SULEV had to get smogged every 2 years from purchase brand new in 2004 even though it's cleaner than any Prius on the road.

That's because it was a 2004


Starting January 1, 2005, owners of vehicles six or less model years old will pay an annual smog abatement fee for the first six registration years instead of being required to provide a biennial smog certification

Near the bottom of the page http://dmv.ca.gov/vr/smogfaq.htm#BM2536

When you own old cars like me and want to know how to get away without smog restrictions you end up learning the intricacies of the rules quite well

[JKO_ZHP]

Wish I had a badass tree-killer from the past that could be grandfathered in......would love to let it rip around them Priuses :rofl

EDIT: It's been a few years now Hermes, and I still want to steal your dog.

[Hermes]

Hahahaha... you have only a few choices if you want a BMW that works

Best/most reasonable/easiest to find/etc - any 1602/2002 as long as it's 1975 or earlier, no final year models

Coolest easy to find, but expensive as hell to restore/maintain - E9. E3 works too if you want a big sedan, but they need a drivetrain swap and are just as expensive as E9's to deal with. E3 will still need to be 1975 or earlier as they were produced until 1977, E9 ended in 1975 so all years. E9 was succeeded by E24 6er's, while E3 was the predecessor of the E23 7er

A good choice is the E12 5er's, but only the first three model years 1972-1975.

If you get into anything older than those choices it can become extremely expensive very fast. Also, most of the cars built from 1960-1968 were not that amazing as that time period was a rebuilding era for BMW

There is one way around to the 1975 rule, but it only gets you up to 1985-1986. There is a rare version of the E28 5er known as the 524td (it's a diesel, only came to this country for 2 years). Diesel vehicles produced before 1997 are exempt.

I have found a loophole in the rules that I can use for my E21 that exists in San Diego county, but it doesn't apply for you as your county doesn't have the same loophole. My loophole also only gets me out of the biennial smog, I technically still have to comply with all the smog rules.

Oh yeah, shop supervisor is still doing his job
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[oclvframe]

In GA, we are required to have the vehicle's emissions tested annually....how does that differ from the SMOG test?

-r

[das boots]

Yes, it's biennial (not biannual). If you didn't do it last year, it will happen this year before you get your new tags. I believe it's based on original model year of the car therefore so a 2004 model year car will be smogged every even year, 2005 every odd year. Also, you are exempt for the first 6 years. My 2005 was exempt until 2011, makes sense as I've only smogged it twice.

Be aware, there are now mobile smog stations around SoCal... be careful

edit: here you go

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


Love the vid. Specially on what he says about Cali. So true. The price we pay for the weather.

[JupiterBMW]

Love the vid. Specially on what he says about Cali. So true. The price we overpay for the weather.

Fixed... :biggrin

Florida weather is just as nice... About half the cost to live here, and we have ZERO smog requirements... Headers, turbos, anything you want to bolt onto your car, go for it... And yes, I lived in CA, for 11 years...

But I digress... This thread is way off topic... Nothing to do to my ZHP as I'm not home yet... 9 more days...

[stephenkirsh]

That's because it was a 2004



Near the bottom of the page http://dmv.ca.gov/vr/smogfaq.htm#BM2536

When you own old cars like me and want to know how to get away without smog restrictions you end up learning the intricacies of the rules quite well

So you still have to pay a fee to do nothing?! Good lord... Lol

[UdubBadger]

So when ya gettin' the hood and front bumper?

Blacklines and wheels next, might do springs also. Then it's likely done. Wife's car, I'm lucky to have gotten this far modding.


Goin' HAM mobile

[Hermes]

In GA, we are required to have the vehicle's emissions tested annually....how does that differ from the SMOG test?

-r

Is yours just a "sniffer" test? In Cali they do a visual inspection for illegal parts as well. Most of California also required a 2 speed emissions test, one at 15mph, one at 25mph. There are certain parts of the state (extremely few) that only require an idle emissions test, and even less that only require smog at transfer of title (this is the loophole I might use for my E21)

[Dave1027]

In Cali they do a visual inspection for illegal parts as well.
Is a catch can considered an illegal device?

[johnrando]

Fixed... :biggrin

Florida weather is just as nice... About half the cost to live here, and we have ZERO smog requirements... Headers, turbos, anything you want to bolt onto your car, go for it... And yes, I lived in CA, for 11 years...

But I digress... This thread is way off topic... Nothing to do to my ZHP as I'm not home yet... 9 more days...

Dude… no humidity here. :biggrin I think you'd be safer if you used headers with cats. I've yet to see a mobile smog station. You could just swap out your headers every two years. :dunno

[Lanister]

Love the vid. Specially on what he says about Cali. So true. The price we pay for the weather.

Not keen on this yahoo venting about how this is a big nuisance to him and everyone who agrees with him. "If you have a tricked out Honda or a pick-up truck that you have gone ahead and made smog-illegal after passing smog, now you can get busted for it." As you should! Nothing wrong with being environmentally responsible and I support state's initiative to keep everyone in line. Nobody's forcing anybody to drive a hybrid, just do your part. I'm no tree hugger but I'm also aware of what we're doing to the environment. In my view, I am glad that at least someone is doing something about it. Some 20 years ago, LA smog was absolutely hideous and now it's not nearly as bad, thanks to the smog regulations imposed by the government. So whatever, complain away. DUI checks and Smog checks both make a positive difference.

[cakM3]

Today I compiled more parts for both my ///M and ZHP

For the ///M I got the rest of the OEM Black plastic parts needed for my rear parcel shelf

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/a6ebehu4.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/4anyqeze.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/yqure3am.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/e4enyvyt.jpg

And my ZHP I got the SIRIUS install kit as well as my new SIRIUS receiver module...thanks Steve for the info to get these! :thumbsup

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/3ehututy.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/hypu9e7u.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/9egu3ahy.jpg

Gotta give both cars plenty of love :)

[Hermes]

Not keen on this yahoo venting about how this is a big nuisance to him and everyone who agrees with him. "If you have a tricked out Honda or a pick-up truck that you have gone ahead and made smog-illegal after passing smog, now you can get busted for it." As you should! Nothing wrong with being environmentally responsible and I support state's initiative to keep everyone in line. Nobody's forcing anybody to drive a hybrid, just do your part. I'm no tree hugger but I'm also aware of what we're doing to the environment. In my view, I am glad that at least someone is doing something about it. Some 20 years ago, LA smog was absolutely hideous and now it's not nearly as bad, thanks to the smog regulations imposed by the government. So whatever, complain away. DUI checks and Smog checks both make a positive difference.

A few things that I have to say

-smog laws were INITIALLY passed for the purpose of cleaning up the air quality, the requirements that exist nowadays are not always best for the environment but instead best for the companies that pay lobbyists to convince the ARB to pass certain laws. Example from personal experience: when my E21 needed a new catalytic converter I would have bought any CARB approved one that was adequate or better (most likely I would've bought one that was overkill), I instead had to buy the one an only item approved for my specific car.

-LA is a bad example. It has hills that hold the smog in, but you also have to remember that a lot of the pollution that existed in the past was due to heavy industry that no longer calls LA home. The cleanup of LA's air is not only because of smog laws, although I agree it did help.

[Lanister]

I wouldn't doubt that the quality of the smog program is far from perfect. Much like any government service really. It's not surprising that people take advantage of the the laws in place to benefit financially and be a pain in the ass by doing so. However, it's better than nothing and, in my view, it should be there. Obviously, the discussion about how we can make it better should be encouraged. However, I can't agree with the argument that we simply don't need this. To me, it seems ignorant of the big picture.

[jakksfor20]

Changed the oil in the sedan. Picked up and ordered some more parts for the 3 of them. Began the task of fixing the coupe headlights. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/tu7eqezy.jpg
I'd say they are off a good 1/8-3/16". Does it really take this much epoxy to seal these in? Really? Took me almost 2 hours to cut/grind my way to freeing the housing. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/tamupe2y.jpg


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[stephenkirsh]

The problem w/ smog regulations, and many government regulations, is that they stay there forever (or too long). Government is too slow to make changes, good or bad.

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Got my rear passenger side bumper trim piece put on after ECS sent me the correct part. Hopefully it doesn't look too new compared to the other pieces… which will make me want to replace the others!

[Hermes]

I wouldn't doubt that the quality of the smog program is far from perfect. Much like any government service really. It's not surprising that people take advantage of the the laws in place to benefit financially and be a pain in the ass by doing so. However, it's better than nothing and, in my view, it should be there. Obviously, the discussion about how we can make it better should be encouraged. However, I can't agree with the argument that we simply don't need this. To me, it seems ignorant of the big picture.

Agreed.

Ok... Lets end this smog discussion please

[oclvframe]

Changed the oil in the sedan. Picked up and ordered some more parts for the 3 of them. Began the task of fixing the coupe headlights. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/tu7eqezy.jpg
I'd say they are off a good 1/8-3/16". Does it really take this much epoxy to seal these in? Really? Took me almost 2 hours to cut/grind my way to freeing the housing. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/23/tamupe2y.jpg


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Hey, what's your schedule like tomorrow or this weekend? We should meet up, get some coffee and talk ZHPs!

-r

[jakksfor20]

I get to spend all weekend at Dobbins ARB.... Navy Reservist. Then leave next weekend to Norfolk for 3 weeks. The life of a sailor. :/


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[oclvframe]

Tomorrow am?

-r

[das boots]

I get to spend all weekend at Dobbins ARB.... Navy Reservist. Then leave next weekend to Norfolk for 3 weeks. The life of a sailor. :/


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Life of a weekend warrior. Pays the bills.

[jakksfor20]

Life of a weekend warrior. Pays the bills.

Actually that is the short term goal. A little bit of extra money, especially since the wife is in school (using my benefits). Long term is I have about 6 years left until I can retire. I spent 10 years on AD as a Submarine Nuclear Electrician's Mate.


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[JupiterBMW]

The life of a sailor. :/

Heading South from Alaska, getting tossed around by 90mph winds and 5.5m swell on the beam... Spend half my life out here...

THAT is a sailor... :biggrin

[johnrando]

Wow. Hang on! :)

[danewilson77]

Heading South from Alaska, getting tossed around by 90mph winds and 5.5m swell on the beam... Spend half my life out here...

THAT is a sailor... :biggrin

Video or bs.

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[cakM3]

Wow. Hang on! :)


Video or bs.

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+1

Real sailors go underwater :p

[JupiterBMW]

Hah, decks are secured at 50 knots, so definitely hard to get some video... I'll see what I can do...

Not to mention there is NO way I'd be able to upload/post it from out here... Way too slow on the satellite internet...

[Hornung418]

GoPro on your helmet.

Sent from my GS3.

[das boots]

Actually that is the short term goal. A little bit of extra money, especially since the wife is in school (using my benefits). Long term is I have about 6 years left until I can retire. I spent 10 years on AD as a Submarine Nuclear Electrician's Mate.


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Go for the 6 yrs. Great knowing a nukie sewer pipe. And an EM.

[328ioc]

GoPro on your helmet.

Sent from my GS3.

This Joopy you need a go pro.

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[jakksfor20]

Heading South from Alaska, getting tossed around by 90mph winds and 5.5m swell on the beam... Spend half my life out here...

THAT is a sailor... :biggrin

Off the coast of Cape Canaveral in '01. Trying to do a BSP (rider transfer), boat was taking more than 24 degree rolls as it was pegging the meter. Did that for about an hour and they finally called it and we tried again later. I think more than half the crew had buckets by their side. That was the worst I ever felt without actually puking.


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[cakM3]

Off the coast of Cape Canaveral in '01. Trying to do a BSP (rider transfer), boat was taking more than 24 degree rolls as it was pegging the meter. Did that for about an hour and they finally called it and we tried again later. I think more than half the crew had buckets by their side. That was the worst I ever felt without actually puking.


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ahhhhhh! I remember those days...:) Nothing like trying to do a BSP in sea state....people going topside to help out and then coming down drenched....the good ol' days...;)

[Hornung418]

And that, friends, is why I don't do boat rides. I'd be more apt to fly into space, than be on a boat at the mercy of the ocean to toss and turn me. My brain just can't cope.

[JupiterBMW]

Off the coast of Cape Canaveral in '01. Trying to do a BSP (rider transfer), boat was taking more than 24 degree rolls as it was pegging the meter. Did that for about an hour and they finally called it and we tried again later. I think more than half the crew had buckets by their side. That was the worst I ever felt without actually puking.


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Yep, I did a transfer like this... Not that bad of weather, but took a RHIB from one ship to another, about 10-12' swell... I also did a helo transfer too.

Three years ago out here we hit a nasty storm and got beat up for 3 days straight... That was 90+ winds and 50-60' seas... Nothing like seeing blue water come over the side of a ship that has 40' of freeboard... :eeps

[cakM3]

Yep, I did a transfer like this... Not that bad of weather, but took a RHIB from one ship to another, about 10-12' swell... I also did a helo transfer too.

Three years ago out here we hit a nasty storm and got beat up for 3 days straight... That was 90+ winds and 50-60' seas... Nothing like seeing blue water come over the side of a ship that has 40' of freeboard... :eeps

Joop,

I can only imagine how that would look! I was in similar seas back in '96 when I was onboard a Los Angeles class submarine in the North Irish Sea transiting out from Scotland. It was on New Year's day and the seas were 50' swells....talking about a rough ride! We couldn't submerge for 8 hours until we got into an area where we owned the water space beneith us. I was on watch in the sonar shack so I got to see the screens and hear the ocean rush past us thru the hull...

Once we submerged it was all good and everyone got much better afterwards. I can only imagine how you guys have to deal with the constant pitching and rolling in heavy seas.....just be safe out there! :thumbsup

[328ioc]

Joop,

I can only imagine how that would look! I was in similar seas back in '96 when I was onboard a Los Angeles class submarine in the North Irish Sea transiting out from Scotland. It was on New Year's day and the seas were 50' swells....talking about a rough ride! We couldn't submerge for 8 hours until we got into an area where we owned the water space beneith us. I was on watch in the sonar shack so I got to see the screens and hear the ocean rush past us thru the hull...

Once we submerged it was all good and everyone got much better afterwards. I can only imagine how you guys have to deal with the constant pitching and rolling in heavy seas.....just be safe out there! :thumbsup

I think that would be the worst Charlie. That fact that in theory you could have a smooth ride but because of the rules every one had to deal with it.

Vs being on a ship with no option to submerge and get under the weather!

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[cakM3]

I think that would be the worst Charlie. That fact that in theory you could have a smooth ride but because of the rules every one had to deal with it.

Vs being on a ship with no option to submerge and get under the weather!

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Agreed Devlin but as much as it sucked and "we" all had to deal with this, that particular trip cured my seasickness. After that, I never got seasick. Remind me to tell you the whole story the next time we meet up :thumbsup That was a very fun and interesting deployment for sure! As I have said, I can't imagine for the guys/gals who are on ships having to endure the full effect of a heavy sea state....I always hope they will be safe in those waters...

[das boots]

Joop,

I can only imagine how that would look! I was in similar seas back in '96 when I was onboard a Los Angeles class submarine in the North Irish Sea transiting out from Scotland. It was on New Year's day and the seas were 50' swells....talking about a rough ride! We couldn't submerge for 8 hours until we got into an area where we owned the water space beneith us. I was on watch in the sonar shack so I got to see the screens and hear the ocean rush past us thru the hull...

Once we submerged it was all good and everyone got much better afterwards. I can only imagine how you guys have to deal with the constant pitching and rolling in heavy seas.....just be safe out there! :thumbsup

Try doing this for 2 weeks straight in Sea of Japan and the Bering Straits on a destroyer.......playing tag with the Russkie trawlers.

[Lanister]

Poor Joopy, the biggest swell of the winter is about the hit the West Coast and he's stuck smack in the middle of it. In fact, the Maverick's International Big Wave contest has been called for tomorrow. There will be a live web cast of it. 40+ foot waves are expected.

http://www.mavericksinvitational.com/2014/01/its-on/

Hang in there Joops! It's going to be bumpy.

[UdubBadger]

Best contest in all of surfing but also the most deadly. Love it.


Goin' HAM mobile

[328ioc]

Best contest in all of surfing but also the most deadly. Love it.


Goin' HAM mobile

Yeah I will stick with my long board and the little 2-5 footers over here. Lol

40 plus feet is insane. The winning ride a few years ago was 65ft. And I believe the winner get $1,000 per ft for the winning wave.

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[Lanister]

That sounds like a fair reimbursement rate :)

[ELCID86]

Picked up a used, slight broken cargo net off eBay for $7 (shipped). One of the hooks is broken so I did the "zip tie fix". Serves my purpose and the price was right.

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[Lanister]

Picked up a used, slight broken cargo net off eBay for $7 (shipped). One of the hooks is broken so I did the "zip tie fix". Serves my purpose and the price was right.

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I hate you :)

Great find! This about what they're actually worth.

[Hornung418]

No way...New they retail at $57!!

[ELCID86]

I hate you :)

Great find! This about what they're actually worth.
Thanks! And thanks for the idea :-D The guy was really good about it on ebay. At first I wanted to cancel the auction b/c I didn't realize it was broken when I bid on it from my phone. I then changed my mind and figured what the heck, I'll just drill it and zip-tie. The auction had ~$14 s/h. He came back and said he'd be glad to cancel or he'd reduce the shipping to a realistic amount. So $0.99 winning bid plus $6 s/h FTW! I agree about the value.

[danewilson77]

Lol... He made $0.99?

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[ELCID86]

Lol... He made $0.99?

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Yep. That was his choice. Surprised the heck out of me.


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[az3579]

Today I began the Alpine White conversion on my ZHP. The car most likely won't be washed for a few weeks unless it warms-the-fawk-up!

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[Avetiso]

Today I began the Alpine White conversion on my ZHP. The car most likely won't be washed for a few weeks unless it warms-the-fawk-up!

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It'll probably end up pepper, or snow-camo. :rofl

[midlandtech]

11950 received this today. Excited for the install.

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[Avetiso]

Nice!

[stephenkirsh]

I know a lot of people put a 3.46 diff in their manuals. I wonder what a 3.64 would be like out of the Z4/ZHP auto :)

*edit*
Maybe there's some drive shaft compatibility issues?

[Avetiso]

I know a lot of people put a 3.46 diff in their manuals. I wonder what a 3.64 would be like out of the Z4/ZHP auto :)
Probably a bit much if it's open. I'd imagine you'd have some traction issues trying to lay power down in a turn

[Johal E32]

I think its okay, my friend had a factory 3.46 in his sport 325ci auto.

[jakksfor20]

Looks like I get to order more parts. :/ Think the expansion tank busted on me. Saw the plume of spray in my side mirror. Coasted over a mile and pulled off the exit ramp, waited about 10 minutes then drove about 500 feet to a safe spot. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/ehynadad.jpg


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[BCS_ZHP]

Sitting at Mr. Tire in Burke, VA, M&B new sneakers for mama's X5, noticed this week the negative rear camber had just about worn out the inner edge of the rear tires, got 26K miles out of them, ordered 275/40-20 & 315/35-20 DWSs from TireRack which then got delayed by the little east coast snowstorm. Fronts still have good even tread remaining but found out the xDrive system must sense no more than 2-3/32nds difference between any corner or else it can throw error codes, so replacing all 4 to prevent any xDrive problems.

[ELCID86]

Looks like I get to order more parts. :/ Think the expansion tank busted on me. Saw the plume of spray in my side mirror. Coasted over a mile and pulled off the exit ramp, waited about 10 minutes then drove about 500 feet to a safe spot.
Oh no. Nasty early morning surprise.

[ELCID86]

Sitting at Mr. Tire in Burke, VA, M&B new sneakers for mama's X5, noticed this week the negative rear camber had just about worn out the inner edge of the rear tires, got 26K miles out of them, ordered 275/40-20 & 315/35-20 DWSs from TireRack which then got delayed by the little east coast snowstorm. Fronts still have good even tread remaining but found out the xDrive system must sense no more than 2-3/32nds difference between any corner or else it can throw error codes, so replacing all 4 to prevent any xDrive problems.

Wow, that is a sensitive system to be able to tell the tire wear is different.

[Hermes]

I think its okay, my friend had a factory 3.46 in his sport 325ci auto.

Not a fair comparison. The 325 auto has vastly different gearing vs 6MT, only 1 gear share the same ratio.

325Ci auto
3.67
2.00
1.41
1.00
0.74

330i 6spd
4.35
2.5
1.66
1.23
1.00
0.85

[danewilson77]

Sitting at Mr. Tire in Burke, VA, M&B new sneakers for mama's X5, noticed this week the negative rear camber had just about worn out the inner edge of the rear tires, got 26K miles out of them, ordered 275/40-20 & 315/35-20 DWSs from TireRack which then got delayed by the little east coast snowstorm. Fronts still have good even tread remaining but found out the xDrive system must sense no more than 2-3/32nds difference between any corner or else it can throw error codes, so replacing all 4 to prevent any xDrive problems.

Nice Bruce and thank you.

As a reminder guys, TireRack is an affiliate of the site.

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[BCS_ZHP]

It sure feels nice to drive it with new "shoes"!

[az3579]

I think its okay, my friend had a factory 3.46 in his sport 325ci auto.


Not a fair comparison. The 325 auto has vastly different gearing vs 6MT, only 1 gear share the same ratio.

325Ci auto
3.67
2.00
1.41
1.00
0.74

330i 6spd
4.35
2.5
1.66
1.23
1.00
0.85

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[midlandtech]

Nerds

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[jakksfor20]

Had my wife pick up a OEM expansion tank, level sensor, and a gallon of coolant yesterday. Replaced the expansion tank on the 323, bled the system and did a 15 min idle and 10 min drive last night with no further signs of a leak or issue. Could find no obvious leaks on it, but I only turned it upside down and filled, so no pressure.

One thing to note, I was having an issue with interment low coolant at high speed (i.e. >75mph) for the last 6-9 months. This was a non Genuine BMW tank and sensor. I had no issue today on my hour drive to Navy drill. I meant to ohm out the sensor, but forgot. Just glad I was diligent on checking my mirrors or I may not have seen it.

[UdubBadger]

Blacklines going on the E91 today. Will post before/after pics.

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[kayger12]

^Cool.

Week #2 of her salted road exile....

Might be time for a battery tender.

[HockeyGoon]

Bought this for her
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/26/uhamebu6.jpg

[Johal E32]

Not a fair comparison. The 325 auto has vastly different gearing vs 6MT, only 1 gear share the same ratio.

325Ci auto
3.67
2.00
1.41
1.00
0.74

330i 6spd
4.35
2.5
1.66
1.23
1.00
0.85

But stephenkirsh wants it for his auto zhp. I don't think his car is a 6spd..

[trancenation]

What type of performance can be expected from a 3.64 auto 330i zhp compared to a standard 330i auto with a 3.38?

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[stephenkirsh]

But stephenkirsh wants it for his auto zhp. I don't think his car is a 6spd..

No, my point was to put a 3.64 in a manual. The auto ZHP already comes w/ a 3.64.


What type of performance can be expected from a 3.64 auto 330i zhp compared to a standard 330i auto with a 3.38?

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Faster acceleration. Lower top speed. Lower fuel economy.

The ZHP Auto comes w/ the 3.64 stock. It's basically what makes the the ZHP faster than a normal auto 330.

[Hermes]

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:rofl



Faster acceleration. Lower top speed. Lower fuel economy.

The ZHP Auto comes w/ the 3.64 stock. It's basically what makes the the ZHP faster than a normal auto 330.

The only difference will be fuel economy. Due to higher redline the top speed is the same (within 0.5mph)

[stephenkirsh]

Well you're talking ZHP vs regular auto. I meant if you swap a 3.64 into a regular 330 that doesn't have the higher redline.

[Hermes]

Well you're talking ZHP vs regular auto. I meant if you swap a 3.64 into a regular 330 that doesn't have the higher redline.

Agreed but Jordan specified performance difference of ZHP vs non-ZHP in his post, not what would come from swap. I guess acceleration would be different as well.

IMHO, if you wish to go the route of short diff the 3.62 LSD from the M3 is the best option

[trancenation]

No, my point was to put a 3.64 in a manual. The auto ZHP already comes w/ a 3.64.



Faster acceleration. Lower top speed. Lower fuel economy.

The ZHP Auto comes w/ the 3.64 stock. It's basically what makes the the ZHP faster than a normal auto 330.


:rofl




The only difference will be fuel economy. Due to higher redline the top speed is the same (within 0.5mph)

Thanks for the information fellas. I ask this question because I have an Auto 330i zhp and compared to my brothers Auto 330i, it feels as though acceleration and pickup is quicker in his car. Maybe I am suffering from some hesitation or power dip idk.

[Hermes]

Maybe you have a vacuum leak?

[stephenkirsh]

There's definitely something happening. My dad has a "normal" 330. After he drove my car he looked at me and said "damn you!" because it was so much faster than his 330.

[JKO_ZHP]

There's definitely something happening. My dad has a "normal" 330. After he drove my car he looked at me and said "damn you!" because it was so much faster than his 330.

:like

[UdubBadger]

Blacklines today. Love the look compared to stock
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[Phoenix]

Gah, someone hit me while I was parked.
Good thing I have fantastic insurance.
Before that happened I got a new AUC sensor (old one went bad), and a new OAT sensor (fell off when the soft wheel well panel was damaged).

[JupiterBMW]

I too like the Blacklines Seth... Nicely done. I just wish they had Blacklines for the LCI... I have to have an LCI car, a better look to me...

[UdubBadger]

eh, i kinda still like the pre LCI better. Throw an Mtech kit on it and you can't even tell aside from the tails.

[ELCID86]

ok, I'll play. Blacklines??

[HokieZHP]

They're the taillights on the LCI's. The e9x generation has a "facelift" and "pre-facelift" like the e46. Although it's referred to as LCI and pre-LCI. The blacklines are the taillights on the left side of his car. The pre-lci lights (stock lights) are on the right.

[ELCID86]

Thanks. I NOW see the difference.

[stephenkirsh]

What's LCI stand for?

[wsmeyer]

What's LCI stand for?

Life Cycle Impulse

Cosmetic changes done to refresh a chassis before it's replaced

[johnrando]

Phx, sorry to hear. Much damage?

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[UdubBadger]

They're the taillights on the LCI's. The e9x generation has a "facelift" and "pre-facelift" like the e46. Although it's referred to as LCI and pre-LCI. The blacklines are the taillights on the left side of his car. The pre-lci lights (stock lights) are on the right.

almost right.

Blacklines aren't LCI, theyre actually pre LCI specific and basically just european tails with more clear sections and different "lines" around the edging for a different definition of the sections than the OEM ones for the US market.

[stephenkirsh]

Got a 4 wheel alignment and a smoke test done; my DISA valve's seal be leakin!

The Z4M control arm bushings put the front wheels "literally off the scale" lol.

[HokieZHP]

almost right.

Blacklines aren't LCI, theyre actually pre LCI specific and basically just european tails with more clear sections and different "lines" around the edging for a different definition of the sections than the OEM ones for the US market.

Whoops yeah that's right. Brain fart by me. Thanks for correcting

[az3579]

eh, i kinda still like the pre LCI better. Throw an Mtech kit on it and you can't even tell aside from the tails.

... and the hood, which makes a HUGE difference in the appearance in the LCI vs pre...
The LCI simply looks more aggressive IMO. The Blacklines definitely help add some of that aggressive flair that the pre needs. I do have to wonder though; how come you're modding her car? Don't you have an M3 to mod? lol

[stephenkirsh]

The LCI hood is what makes an e90 look good. Without that it's kinda ugly to me.

[jakksfor20]

Yesterday I finished up the headlight install on the coupe, along with splash guards and under tray. Today I installed the Symbian refurb mirror on my car. They sent me one with the compass (yea!!). Also changed out the sunroof switch trim since I no longer need the Homelink up there since it is on the mirror and also repalced the third brake light trim after the antenna o-ring decided to leak. I put the mirror from my car into the coupe since it was no longer of very much use after the stuff leaked out or whatever it does. Productive day, just wish I could run to the parts store. PS fluid flush needed on the coupe........

[gmurphy]

Yesterday I finished up the headlight install on the coupe, along with splash guards and under tray. Today I installed the Symbian refurb mirror on my car. They sent me one with the compass (yea!!). Also changed out the sunroof switch trim since I no longer need the Homelink up there since it is on the mirror and also repalced the third brake light trim after the antenna o-ring decided to leak. I put the mirror from my car into the coupe since it was no longer of very much use after the stuff leaked out or whatever it does. Productive day, just wish I could run to the parts store. PS fluid flush needed on the coupe........

Nice work!


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[UdubBadger]

Lci hood never did anything for me, grilles look better though


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[ryankokesh]

Yesterday I finished up the headlight install on the coupe, along with splash guards and under tray. Today I installed the Symbian refurb mirror on my car. They sent me one with the compass (yea!!). Also changed out the sunroof switch trim since I no longer need the Homelink up there since it is on the mirror and also repalced the third brake light trim after the antenna o-ring decided to leak. I put the mirror from my car into the coupe since it was no longer of very much use after the stuff leaked out or whatever it does. Productive day, just wish I could run to the parts store. PS fluid flush needed on the coupe........

Lemme know if you want to sell the homelink!


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[jakksfor20]

Lemme know if you want to sell the homelink!


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TBH,
I would look on ebay. There are some better looking ones there as the one I have the "1" is scratched off. I also have the gray trim piece that I was going to sell with it. If I remember correctly, make sure you get one with the white numbers as it supports rolling codes. If I don't get any bites selling as a package, then you have first dibs.

[cakM3]

Today I ended up having the faulty thermostat and water pump replaced. Best part is that the dealer offered to discount the cost of parts and have me pay the labor. :thumbsup

[Johal E32]

Bought myself a beater E32, haha.

Its clunky, either needs new half shafts or a drive shaft. i think halfshafts because if I am coasting and put in in neutral the issue is still there, drove on the freeway okay.

Engine and tranny are beautiful, just needs some TLC on the driveline and cosmetics.

[johnrando]

What? Pics or didn't happen. Congrats!

[Hermes]

I6, V8, or V12?

LSD or open?

[SoCalZman]

I took my ZHP in for a 2 year service/check up (I don't drive it much). Had to pick a new shop because I took it to the dealer a few times and I quickly got tired of their prices and inability to fix things. I found a guy who owns a BMW/Porsche shop here in SF, and him and his wife seem to know their stuff. I got an oil change (he uses something called "total" oil, which is approved for our cars), had my VCG changed ("we don't touch VR gaskets! We put Elring in yours"), and he fixed my e-brake not holding on my hill (house is on a 30 degree incline. Now it holds!). The BMW dealer had 2 chances with this brake thing and they couldn't get it right. One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

Its always nerve-wracking starting a relationship with a new shop. I feel a lot better now as it seems these guys really know what they're talking about.

One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

One (small) niggle is that he left 1 or 2 tiny spots of blue stuff (RTV?) around the VCG at the front of the engine. Most people wouldn't care but I am pretty detail oriented. Can I clean this stuff off myself? if so, how does it come off?

[Johal E32]

What? Pics or didn't happen. Congrats!

Thanks!

I want to clean it up before I post pics, its green on tan leather.


I6, V8, or V12?

LSD or open?

pretty sure its a open diff.. Wasn't the LSD only for 750's?

735iL, (2nd one my family has owned). I actually learned to drive on my family's old 735 so this car meant something to me.

I was getting 20.6 mpg out of the big tank when I brought her home, not bad for 230K! I think i'll do plugs, air filter, and fuel filter when I get the driveline issue sorted. Drive it for a bit then I'll sell in a few months.

[stephenkirsh]

One (small) niggle is that he left 1 or 2 tiny spots of blue stuff (RTV?) around the VCG at the front of the engine. Most people wouldn't care but I am pretty detail oriented. Can I clean this stuff off myself? if so, how does it come off?

I use GS Tuning in Santa Rosa. I recently had them do my VCG and they put the blue sealant there, too. I had a BMW mechanic do some other work on my car and he saw the blue stuff and said "oh well it looks like they at least knew what they were doing."

Seems normal to me at this point.

I believe you can trim some of the excess off.

[SoCalZman]

I believe you can trim some of the excess off.

Its more smear spots. nothing is showing where the actual gasket is.. I will get some paper towels and warm water and see if it wipes off.

[JupiterBMW]

I took my ZHP in for a 2 year service/check up (I don't drive it much). Had to pick a new shop because I took it to the dealer a few times and I quickly got tired of their prices and inability to fix things. I found a guy who owns a BMW/Porsche shop here in SF, and him and his wife seem to know their stuff. I got an oil change (he uses something called "total" oil, which is approved for our cars), had my VCG changed ("we don't touch VR gaskets! We put Elring in yours"), and he fixed my e-brake not holding on my hill (house is on a 30 degree incline. Now it holds!). The BMW dealer had 2 chances with this brake thing and they couldn't get it right. One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

Its always nerve-wracking starting a relationship with a new shop. I feel a lot better now as it seems these guys really know what they're talking about.

One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

One (small) niggle is that he left 1 or 2 tiny spots of blue stuff (RTV?) around the VCG at the front of the engine. Most people wouldn't care but I am pretty detail oriented. Can I clean this stuff off myself? if so, how does it come off?

Did you seriously just say "niggle"?? What the hell is that word anyway?? And your nerves would be much more at ease if you'd get your hands dirty and DIY a bit.

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[SoCalZman]

You haven't seen where I have moved to, Jon. My street has a 30 degree incline now. No jacking up. Also don't have a garage. So no taking parts of the engine apart. I have done plenty to the car myself this year, I just haven't posted about it.

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[jakksfor20]

Its more smear spots. nothing is showing where the actual gasket is.. I will get some paper towels and warm water and see if it wipes off.

They are supposed to put some on the half moons and just at the top edge of those half moons. Completely normal. If you are that "anal" (not saying that in a bad way), then you could take a razor blade and carefully cut the excess off.


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[danewilson77]

What? Pics or didn't happen. Congrats!

+1

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[az3579]

I took my ZHP in for a 2 year service/check up (I don't drive it much). Had to pick a new shop because I took it to the dealer a few times and I quickly got tired of their prices and inability to fix things. I found a guy who owns a BMW/Porsche shop here in SF, and him and his wife seem to know their stuff. I got an oil change (he uses something called "total" oil, which is approved for our cars), had my VCG changed ("we don't touch VR gaskets! We put Elring in yours"), and he fixed my e-brake not holding on my hill (house is on a 30 degree incline. Now it holds!). The BMW dealer had 2 chances with this brake thing and they couldn't get it right. One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

Its always nerve-wracking starting a relationship with a new shop. I feel a lot better now as it seems these guys really know what they're talking about.

One odd thing is he put my tire pressure for 39p front and 46p rear. Seems a bit high. I will lower it back to whats on the door jam this weekend.

One (small) niggle is that he left 1 or 2 tiny spots of blue stuff (RTV?) around the VCG at the front of the engine. Most people wouldn't care but I am pretty detail oriented. Can I clean this stuff off myself? if so, how does it come off?

39 front and 46 rear are the tire pressures on the door jamb. It is what's specified for the stock tire sizes (225-40R18 front and 255-35R18 rear)

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[fredo]

I bought 6 spark plugs for my e90. Found a good deal in O'Reilly Auto Parts: $6.29 + tax for each. I paid $41 OTD. Their price is better than all the places I looked online.

Only negative was: they were not in stock, so I waited one day

[SoCalZman]

39 front and 46 rear are the tire pressures on the door jamb. It is what's specified for the stock tire sizes (225-40R18 front and 255-35R18 rear)

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Thanks. Strange. For some reason I had 32/38. I though the 39 and 46 were for max load. Like, don't go over that psi.

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