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

[stephenkirsh]

I don't like black kidneys *dodged tomatoes*

[JupiterBMW]

Not everyone has to like them, chrome definitely works on some cars. Personally, its not for me, so black is the only way. I have actually been back and forth for a couple days about the gloss black or the BMW "Edition" grills (the only OEM ones available) that are a black chrome. Its a cool look, but plain gloss black matches the shadowline trim better, so I went with that... :)

[stephenkirsh]

I'd prefer gloss over matte.

My issue is that solid black grill loses the detail of the individual fins. I don't like that.

My car has the 325 grilles, chrome edge and black fins. I like that over the chrome on chrome, which is just too much chrome!

[330i ZHP]

Color matched outer rings on the grill Jon ftw. With gloss black centers

[330i ZHP]

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[cakM3]

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Absolutely love that lip spoiler Stu :drool

[johnrando]

Love the OEM gloss black grills.

[ELCID86]

I had to put oil in her for the first time since I changed it back (~4k mi). Yellow light came on while headed to the airport to pick up a friend.

[Damian]

Engine oil change and Coby steering wheel installed this week. (Wife called me crazy for toting it around all day). Thinking of picking up some alcantara or ultrasuede to re-wrap all pillars. Decisions, decisions...

[UdubBadger]

nice John

[Fenrir]

Dropped the new....ish... MAF that I bought from a buddy into the car today. Runs like a CHAMP!! If my buddy weren't so far away I'd give him a hug... A very manly car guy hug.. :roundel Oh, and I changed the oil too lol.

[330i ZHP]

More welding. And more progress in stripping passenger door to determine whether to replace or just weld up the four small trim holes. I am praying I can save $450 and not buy door like am having to on drivers side

[Hermes]

I want to sleep in but I need to go install my engine... I think I'm going to get a burrito, maybe that will give me some motivation

[Vas]

Bought an LCM with the latest software so I can have triple-blink. Just need a euro face plate for rear fogs.

[CTYankee]

Today I ordered a euro tray from ECS and an ultimate cup holder. Will post pics when they arrive...

[theothersawyer]

I washed it and then traded it! My sister and I traded cars for a week! She gets the ZHP and I get a Jetta TDI Cup Edition. I'm getting ~45-50mpg as she is having a lot of fun! I already got a text saying she won't be giving the car back because she is enjoying it too much!

[Hermes]

Battery tray cut out

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[JupiterBMW]

Color matched outer rings on the grill Jon ftw. With gloss black centers

While I do think this is a cool look, I'm not sure its for me. I think I'm going to stick with the all gloss black, like what I've ordered. I will be checking fitment and quality of the pieces I ordered from iND, and if I don't like it, I'll return them and get the OEM ones locally. We'll see.. All parts arrive on Wednesday, but I'll be going out of town tomorrow for the week.

[JupiterBMW]

Forgot to mention, today's progress, sorta..

M3: Dropped off a key at my tint guy. They're going to come get the car this week sometime and tint the windshield and sunroof for me, Llumar Airblue 80. :) They'll deliver it back to the house as well. Can't beat customer service like that! :)

[Just_George]

Got the style 197s mounted (along with new rubber) - I think I like 'em! Also got my new floormats from CocoMats and put them in. Best of all, got the news that my Bendpak hoist will ship on the 23rd! I need to get busy and get the garage ready!!

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[Hermes]

Step 745...

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[slater]

Got the style 197s mounted (along with new rubber) - I think I like 'em! Also got my new floormats from CocoMats and put them in. Best of all, got the news that my Bendpak hoist will ship on the 23rd! I need to get busy and get the garage ready!!

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looks good, and CONGRATS on the bendpak - awesome!!

[Whammy]

I really really hate stubborn FSRs!

[danewilson77]

Got the style 197s mounted (along with new rubber) - I think I like 'em! Also got my new floormats from CocoMats and put them in. Best of all, got the news that my Bendpak hoist will ship on the 23rd! I need to get busy and get the garage ready!!

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Mmmmm

"No flamesuit required"

[az3579]

Mmmmm

"No flamesuit required"


Mmmmm

[330i ZHP]

Stripped passenger door to bare metal. Welded/smoothed the five trim holes to eliminate the trim. And welded up a small hole on A pillar from an antenna not meant for the car at some point.

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[330i ZHP]

Three things left to weld. Two braces that triangulate the front frame rails to the unibody. The frame rails were only meant to handle about 130 or less hp and 110 or less tqs. I am looking to triple that (250hp and at least 200tqs at wheels)

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And replace the lower section of left quarter.

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[Pip]

Found a decent deal on a euro section 1. Pulled trigger. Now I need to map out some time to install everything once it arrives.

[330i ZHP]

Just painted the raised areas on the oil cap for the S14

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[Whammy]

Finally got the stubborn FSR out of its hole and replaced it with a new one. Unfortunately damaged the RF blower actuator which sits next to the harness. Guess I'm ordering a new one.

[squashman702]

Threw the Style 135's back on yesterday, spent about an hour cleaning ONE wheel, ran out of daylight and patience to do the other three. What's everyone recommend for a heavy duty wheel cleaner? PO did not take the greatest care of them and they need some serious attention.

[Johnmadd]

Threw the Style 135's back on yesterday, spent about an hour cleaning ONE wheel, ran out of daylight and patience to do the other three. What's everyone recommend for a heavy duty wheel cleaner? PO did not take the greatest care of them and they need some serious attention.

I like eagle one all wheel and tire cleaner.

[Jconlin16]

Threw the Style 135's back on yesterday, spent about an hour cleaning ONE wheel, ran out of daylight and patience to do the other three. What's everyone recommend for a heavy duty wheel cleaner? PO did not take the greatest care of them and they need some serious attention.

If you ever have the time to do it, take the wheels off, use your favorite wheel cleaner and try to get them as clean as possible. Then use a clay bar on them and wax. After that, washing will be MUCH easier. Especially if you invest in a good wheel brush! It is a long process but if you care enough, it's worth it.

[squashman702]

If you ever have the time to do it, take the wheels off, use your favorite wheel cleaner and try to get them as clean as possible. Then use a clay bar on them and wax. After that, washing will be MUCH easier. Especially if you invest in a good wheel brush! It is a long process but if you care enough, it's worth it.

Good idea on the clay bar and wax. I had them off yesterday to clean, that's how I'll have to do it when I get some time.

[danewilson77]

Threw the Style 135's back on yesterday, spent about an hour cleaning ONE wheel, ran out of daylight and patience to do the other three. What's everyone recommend for a heavy duty wheel cleaner? PO did not take the greatest care of them and they need some serious attention.

Sonax?

The friendliest forum on the planet.

[330i ZHP]

Sonax. Scrub. Rinse. Dry. Repeat until clean. Then wax. Wax. Wac

[feytr]

I just replaced whole sunroof assambly it was easy but takes time tho, I got the assambly from junk yard on 2000 323i 4door for $47 it was exactly the same.

[stephenkirsh]

Yesterday I had the power steering reservoir and its two hoses changed. Oil change, too. Forgot to get a sample for black stone. Also got my euro clear side markers on.

Dad had his brakes changed on his ZSP (that's where we found the rat).

Then he did a power steering flush on the ZSP and his E61.

[JupiterBMW]

M3: I actually did some of what was mentioned above... I only got the two front wheels done, but I took them off, clean them as best as I could. I then took my Griot's polisher and hit them with some Meguiar's Ultimate Compound. This removed the heavy stains and marks on the inside. After this, I swapped to a medium polishing pad and used some Meguiars Ultimate liquid wax to give them a nice coat. I've never really waxed wheels before, but I figure, its painted metal, can't be too much different than the car itself! :) The results were excellent, interested to see how well they clean next time. The beauty of this process was that I did the left front wheel first. When I cleaned the right front, I noticed that the wheel did not have a single mark on it ANYWHERE... Clearly the wheel has been replaced, which is awesome, once I cleaned it and waxed it, it looked like it had just come out of the box. That made me happy.

[Imola.ZHP]

Yesterday, ordered some random clips I broke while re-sealing the vapor barriers, also the front door was missing a short screw and the rear door was missing the long screw. Also broke one of the two clips for the trim around the LCM. All of that ordered.

Today, found a local buyer for the angel eyes and pending local buyer for the roof-rack/fairing and first aid box. Also located two i3's loaded up like I want in Atlanta. Maybe I need to push this sale a little more quickly. A local guy asked for more info and pictures of the car, but I'm not sure how serious he is. Still have a guy on e46f from NC interested too.

[Ssparrow]

Got an alignment done today!

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[cakM3]

I mounted my new BBS CH wheels today...

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Took off my 10mm spacers
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They're perfect! :thumbsup Seems the red BBS center caps go perfectly with Imola :drool


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[danewilson77]

Can't come to Ohio. ...no care.

"No flamesuit required"

[TigerTater]

Forgot to mention, today's progress, sorta..

M3: Dropped off a key at my tint guy. They're going to come get the car this week sometime and tint the windshield and sunroof for me, Llumar Airblue 80. :) They'll deliver it back to the house as well. Can't beat customer service like that! :)

Sounds like they just want to drive it! [emoji6]

[cakM3]

Can't come to Ohio. ...no care.

"No flamesuit required"

I'll call you tonight


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Edit: okay I'm going....

[Imola.ZHP]

Listed it for sale!

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?p=16585441#post16585441

Listed it here too but it hasn't shown up yet. I'll repost it if it doesn't show up.

[Vas]

Sad to see it go

[cakM3]

Listed it for sale!

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?p=16585441#post16585441

Listed it here too but it hasn't shown up yet. I'll repost it if it doesn't show up.

Are you getting the M235i that's coming out???

[stephenkirsh]

He's looking for a ...Uh...i3.

[stephenkirsh]

He's looking for a ...Uh...i3.

Look, i think the i3 is BEYOND fugly and a bit ridiculous, but I KNOW electric and hybrids are the future. So I expect a very in depth review of it when you get one!

[Imola.ZHP]

Sad to see it go

Me too, somewhat. It is time though.


Are you getting the M235i that's coming out???

Nope.


He's looking for a ...Uh...i3.

Yes, defecting to electric.


Look, i think the i3 is BEYOND fugly and a bit ridiculous, but I KNOW electric and hybrids are the future. So I expect a very in depth review of it when you get one!

To each their own, I plan to go with Laurel Grey, it is a dark grey metallic and keeps the two-tone of the car from being a bit obnoxious.

This picture is HUGE so I'll just post the URL for anyone that cares. http://cdn.bmwblog.com/wp-content/uploads/delivery31.jpg Just add 35% tint and roll out.

[330i ZHP]

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[johnrando]

Saw an I3 in the wild. They are not for me, but they are kinda techno cool in a way. Sad to see your ZHP go, but enjoy your I3.

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[das boots]

Saw an I3 being torn apart by the dealer (Vista BMW) when I took my SOs E39 to a complimentary top-down inspection. I3 replacing all wiring harness eaten up by rodents/mice. Insurance paying for the $20K damage.

[stephenkirsh]

Wow! That's pretty bad.

My mechanic said that mice seem to love BMW wires.

[TigerTater]

I drove an i3 loaner when I got my airbag recalled. 18998

It was a stripped model obviously. Very peppy I must say! Cool car, not for me, but I'm sure many love it for its intended purpose.

[Fenrir]

18999

More to come.

[Whammy]

ZHP got a much needed alignment today! Woohoo!

[cakM3]

18999

More to come.

Nice Ben! :thumbsup


ZHP got a much needed alignment today! Woohoo!

Awesome Whammy!!! :biggrin

[Vas]

Bought a bmw performance short shifters kit. Bmw discontinued them.

[Fenrir]

Nice Ben! :thumbsup



Awesome Whammy!!! :biggrin
Thanks Charlie :)

Bought a bmw performance short shifters kit. Bmw discontinued them.
That's awesome! Gotta let us know how it is!

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[az3579]

Bought a bmw performance short shifters kit. Bmw discontinued them.

I guess that makes two BMW Performance items I bought right before they stopped producing them. Lol


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[BADCLOWN]

Vas: im assuming you got the one off E46F?

Surprised that didnt sell quicker, nice pick up

[Vas]

Vas: im assuming you got the one off E46F?

Surprised that didnt sell quicker, nice pick up
Yup. That is the one. I was going to get it from ecs tuning but it is no longer available there. Maybe some dealerships still have some in stock but who knows.

Can't wait to install it.

[danewilson77]

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Didn't you post these over in the daily pic thread? Maybe not.....:dunno

"No flamesuit required"

[Ssparrow]

Messed around with the coils again today. Pretty pissed off because no matter what I do I can't seem to get the drivers and passengers sides to match up right. And I ruined my alignment I got yesterday.....

Edit: will adjusting my camber mess with my toe at all? Dumb question but I figured I'd ask. After I got my alignment done yesterday I noticed my passengers side tired was sticking out WAY further than the drivers. Nearly rubbing on the fender. measured from center of the cap to the fender and both were at about 12 1/2 but there was definitely a lot more positive camber on the passengers side..

[Washburn]

VCG, Vanos seals+Anti-rattle kit (shop had a special running), spark plugs (NGK 3199)

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[danewilson77]

Brand newy.

"No flamesuit required"

[johnrando]

And? How u like?

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[Vas]

Messed around with the coils again today. Pretty pissed off because no matter what I do I can't seem to get the drivers and passengers sides to match up right. And I ruined my alignment I got yesterday.....

Edit: will adjusting my camber mess with my toe at all? Dumb question but I figured I'd ask. After I got my alignment done yesterday I noticed my passengers side tired was sticking out WAY further than the drivers. Nearly rubbing on the fender. measured from center of the cap to the fender and both were at about 12 1/2 but there was definitely a lot more positive camber on the passengers side..
Adjusting camber does affect toe.

[Ssparrow]

Okay, I figured so. Looks like I need to go get another alignment...

[Jconlin16]

Okay, I figured so. Looks like I need to go get another alignment...

:(

[Ssparrow]

My indy has a 3 year 30,000 mile warranty on all the services they do, not sure they will grant that seeing as i already tweaked the suspension. I am a total noob when it comes to suspension and i've never had coilovers before. Trying to get these things the right height all around will be the death of me... before i go in for another alignment i want to make sure its perfect this time, And i have no clue where to start. Perhaps i should start a thread asking about it...

[az3579]

My indy has a 3 year 30,000 mile warranty on all the services they do, not sure they will grant that seeing as i already tweaked the suspension. I am a total noob when it comes to suspension and i've never had coilovers before. Trying to get these things the right height all around will be the death of me... before i go in for another alignment i want to make sure its perfect this time, And i have no clue where to start. Perhaps i should start a thread asking about it...

Or you could just ask your shop to adjust the ride height.

[JupiterBMW]

My wife sent me a text, looks like the M3 is back from the tint shop. Already has a nice film on the windows, but I had the windshield and sunroof done as well. :) Can't wait to see it! :)

[Vas]

My indy has a 3 year 30,000 mile warranty on all the services they do, not sure they will grant that seeing as i already tweaked the suspension. I am a total noob when it comes to suspension and i've never had coilovers before. Trying to get these things the right height all around will be the death of me... before i go in for another alignment i want to make sure its perfect this time, And i have no clue where to start. Perhaps i should start a thread asking about it...
Or if you have the money get the car corned balanced.

[terraphantm]

My wife sent me a text, looks like the M3 is back from the tint shop. Already has a nice film on the windows, but I had the windshield and sunroof done as well. :) Can't wait to see it! :)

Doesn't the sunroof already come tinted pretty dark?

[JupiterBMW]

Doesn't the sunroof already come tinted pretty dark?

Yes. I'm not adding any color, I have the windshields and sunroof glass done with Llumar AirBlue 80, an almost clear film that just helps with heat and UV rays.

[danewilson77]

My indy has a 3 year 30,000 mile warranty on all the services they do, not sure they will grant that seeing as i already tweaked the suspension. I am a total noob when it comes to suspension and i've never had coilovers before. Trying to get these things the right height all around will be the death of me... before i go in for another alignment i want to make sure its perfect this time, And i have no clue where to start. Perhaps i should start a thread asking about it...
Start off by ensure all of your "adjustables" are the same height.

Drive the car for a while to let everything settle out.

Then measure from center of fender lip down to bottom edge of rim. Write down data for all 4 corners. If your with .25" your fine unless you're like me and you want everything close to exact.

If your data shows you're way off, pull wheel and adjust height, etc....

Last step....get alignment.

"No flamesuit required"

[330i ZHP]

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[330i ZHP]

Ready to weld up unneeded holes. Cut radiator hole a little larger for the new larger radiator. Weld in braces. Then prep for paint. Getting down to the wire on whether to change color or not

[das boots]

Ready to weld up unneeded holes. Cut radiator hole a little larger for the new larger radiator. Weld in braces. Then prep for paint. Getting down to the wire on whether to change color or not

Leave the same color. I love that color. Stay original.

[Ssparrow]

Start off by ensure all of your "adjustables" are the same height.

Drive the car for a while to let everything settle out.

Then measure from center of fender lip down to bottom edge of rim. Write down data for all 4 corners. If your with .25" your fine unless you're like me and you want everything close to exact.

If your data shows you're way off, pull wheel and adjust height, etc....

Last step....get alignment.

"No flamesuit required"

Thanks Dane! Yeah unfortunately I'm extremely ocd and it's driving me insane. The rear is good to go but the front is what's messing with my head. I initially had the adjusters set to the same height, but the left front was 3/4" too high. I'll mess around with it more today

[slater]

Thanks Dane! Yeah unfortunately I'm extremely ocd and it's driving me insane. The rear is good to go but the front is what's messing with my head. I initially had the adjusters set to the same height, but the left front was 3/4" too high. I'll mess around with it more today

shawn, when you adjust the LF it will affect the RR... and vice-versa. it makes coilover height adjustment a tedious process!

peter

[Ssparrow]

shawn, when you adjust the LF it will affect the RR... and vice-versa. it makes coilover height adjustment a tedious process!

peter

I'll keep that In mind! I'm going to tinker around with it some more today and hopefully I can dial it in

[Imola.ZHP]

Saw an I3 in the wild. They are not for me, but they are kinda techno cool in a way. Sad to see your ZHP go, but enjoy your I3.

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Maybe I'm getting old? I don't know, the car scene just doesn't interest me as much as it used to. Maybe it will come back with a vengeance in a few years, or later in life. At this stage in my life I prefer tech stuff, maybe I'm becoming a nerd, working on my house, playing with my dogs and traveling.


Saw an I3 being torn apart by the dealer (Vista BMW) when I took my SOs E39 to a complimentary top-down inspection. I3 replacing all wiring harness eaten up by rodents/mice. Insurance paying for the $20K damage.

Thats nuts! Never heard of anything like that before. I would probably unload that car quick afterwards.


Wow! That's pretty bad.

My mechanic said that mice seem to love BMW wires.

NOTED! I'll be sure to get my garage sealed up stat, I've got all the stuff in my cart on amazon, new bottom seal, a rubber threshold, insulation kit and new seal for around the door. We don't really have any mice issues though that I am aware of, unless the river is high, I live on an island on the side of the Mississippi River.


I drove an i3 loaner when I got my airbag recalled.

It was a stripped model obviously. Very peppy I must say! Cool car, not for me, but I'm sure many love it for its intended purpose.

When we did the i3 event drive, we were in a mid-range decently loaded i3 with sunroof (sunroof not available in the US *MAD FACE*), then when I took one home for an extended test drive I got a super base model. I'm looking at the top of the line Terra package with all options, well, I don't really care if it has updated audio or not, prefer it to not actually.

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Drove it to work! Had some decent interest on the car but it has died off already, been looking at nice 50% used Pilot Super Sports on eBay, thinking about going ahead and getting the car back on its OEM wheels. Then sell the VMR's. Anyone have any idea what a used set of 19" VMR V710's in good condition with nearly new Pilot Super Sports are worth? I paid $2300 new, but they have some rash and mileage on them now.

Also looking at alternative options to going ahead and getting the i3. Also considering waiting another year, its a gamble, if they don't lower production for the US, then they will have a surplus of 2015's next year in 2016. The lease rate is just too insanely low not to consider it now though.

[das boots]

NOTED! I'll be sure to get my garage sealed up stat, I've got all the stuff in my cart on amazon, new bottom seal, a rubber threshold, insulation kit and new seal for around the door. We don't really have any mice issues though that I am aware of, unless the river is high, I live on an island on the side of the Mississippi River.

My mechanic and the dealer consulted with a pest control company. The best way to avoid rodents/mice is to lay out in various areas moth balls. They hate the smell.

[az3579]

The lease rate is just too insanely low not to consider it now though.

Paid off car beats a lease any day of the week.

[stephenkirsh]

Maybe I'm getting old? I don't know, the car scene just doesn't interest me as much as it used to. Maybe it will come back with a vengeance in a few years, or later in life. At this stage in my life I prefer tech stuff, maybe I'm becoming a nerd, working on my house, playing with my dogs and traveling.



Thats nuts! Never heard of anything like that before. I would probably unload that car quick afterwards.



NOTED! I'll be sure to get my garage sealed up stat, I've got all the stuff in my cart on amazon, new bottom seal, a rubber threshold, insulation kit and new seal for around the door. We don't really have any mice issues though that I am aware of, unless the river is high, I live on an island on the side of the Mississippi River.



When we did the i3 event drive, we were in a mid-range decently loaded i3 with sunroof (sunroof not available in the US *MAD FACE*), then when I took one home for an extended test drive I got a super base model. I'm looking at the top of the line Terra package with all options, well, I don't really care if it has updated audio or not, prefer it to not actually.

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Drove it to work! Had some decent interest on the car but it has died off already, been looking at nice 50% used Pilot Super Sports on eBay, thinking about going ahead and getting the car back on its OEM wheels. Then sell the VMR's. Anyone have any idea what a used set of 19" VMR V710's in good condition with nearly new Pilot Super Sports are worth? I paid $2300 new, but they have some rash and mileage on them now.

Also looking at alternative options to going ahead and getting the i3. Also considering waiting another year, its a gamble, if they don't lower production for the US, then they will have a surplus of 2015's next year in 2016. The lease rate is just too insanely low not to consider it now though.

I wouldn't say you're getting old. Just changing priorities. It happens. 10 years with the car is pretty long these days!

[Hermes]

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Nice work!

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Got my wiring harness modified, now on to the rest of the little things that need to be buttoned up

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[Imola.ZHP]

My mechanic and the dealer consulted with a pest control company. The best way to avoid rodents/mice is to lay out in various areas moth balls. They hate the smell.

Good to know, I would just be worried my pups might get sick if they attempted to try it out.


Paid off car beats a lease any day of the week.

I've been preaching that for nearly 5 years, it is indeed true. I'm just ready for something new.


I wouldn't say you're getting old. Just changing priorities. It happens. 10 years with the car is pretty long these days!

Year number 9 will be on 5/21/15 if I still have her.

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Researching trade values vs private party values, wow, what a difference. How can Edmunds say my car is only worth $4400 trade, $5600 private party, yet the two lowest cars private party I found on auto tempest had more miles and less options asking $7k? Also found a white 2003 with 53k for $18,500. WTF?

[Pip]

So much win in this thread. I feel weak sauce for installing headers now.

[az3579]

I've been preaching that for nearly 5 years, it is indeed true. I'm just ready for something new.


If you're going to keep it a long time then whey don't you buy it?

A "deal" on a lease of all things is hardly a deal for someone that wants to keep the car. Buying it out at the end of the lease costs more than just buying it outright, doesn't it?

[UdubBadger]

Everyone has been #winning


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[Imola.ZHP]

If you're going to keep it a long time then whey don't you buy it?

A "deal" on a lease of all things is hardly a deal for someone that wants to keep the car. Buying it out at the end of the lease costs more than just buying it outright, doesn't it?

Most likely I would buy it at the end of the lease. Leasing can be good and bad, depends on how/if you work the system. To make numbers easy, lets say I buy one for $50k, I get $10k off of the car and in 3 years the car will be worth 50% ($25k). For the lease term I will pay the difference ($15k) plus interest just like any other loan plus tax just like any car purchase. At the end of the lease, if they have their residuals wrong (happens from time to time, could very well happen on such a car as the i3) say similar cars are selling for $20k not $25k, then I can negotiate a lower price. Essentially buying a used car from myself instead of someone else. If they have their numbers wrong the other way, say similar cars are selling for $32k, if you trade it in before the lease is up (I can't remember how many weeks/months out, there is a deadline) and a dealer offers you more than what your residual is, lets say they offer $30k, then you have $5k down on your next vehicle. Yes, it takes longer in the end (lease term 24-36 months plus whatever to finance the remaining 20-25k 36-60 months), but if you can't afford a $50k car over a typical car buying term (3-5 years) leasing is a good way to get into something you otherwise wouldn't be able to.

Let me ask you this, would you rather buy a high end car that was previously owned by a stranger? Or from yourself?

Everybody seems to have their own opinion on leasing VS buying, this is just my opinion. Yes, sometimes with higher lease rates you end up paying more interest and in that situation buying might be a better option, but this lease rate works out to about 3%, pretty decent. I think the lowest new car rate I can get from my credit union is 2.45%.

[UdubBadger]

Amen to that


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[BavarianZHP]

Teaser pic of things to come...:


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It's in 9.8/10 condition - no cracks, but can use a new polish. Pics can be deceptive but it's reflecting a lot of the background.

25118026329: Full Individual Wood E46/E39 , 6-spd, M plaque. Not too many of these floating around!!

[330i ZHP]

Welding unneeded holes. Ready to make braces and the strip engine bay and paint. Then I can start thinking about installing the S14

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[Hermes]

Beautiful work Stu!!! Wanna come help me fill my holes?

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Got the E21 to start/run; need to clean up the harness and do some fine tuning but she's ALIVE!!!

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[330i ZHP]

You beat me to having engine in and running to boot. It's a lot of work isn't it. So many little details

[az3579]

Beautiful work Stu!!! Wanna come help me fill my holes?


Dare I comment?


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[Hermes]

Dare I comment?


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lol... I meant all the stupid holes in the car from deleting AC brackets, deleting us bumpers, etc

[Imola.ZHP]

Dare I comment?

I laughed too.

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Potential new buyer was up at 8am his time talking to his bank and texting me for more info. Sent pics of the title, engine bay, headlights, etc. He's just waiting to hear back from the bank. Seems pretty serious. Crossing fingers!

[az3579]

lol... I meant all the stupid holes in the car from deleting AC brackets, deleting us bumpers, etc

Mmmmm.


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[Hermes]

Mmmmm.


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Off the top of my head I can think of 5 useless holes in the engine bay, 3 on the rear panel from where the license plate used to be in the US mounting spot, and at least 14 from the rear bumper

[stephenkirsh]

I laughed too.

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Potential new buyer was up at 8am his time talking to his bank and texting me for more info. Sent pics of the title, engine bay, headlights, etc. He's just waiting to hear back from the bank. Seems pretty serious. Crossing fingers!

You already got the i3?

[johnrando]

Dare I comment?


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It was too easy. :)

[Imola.ZHP]

You already got the i3?

Not yet, but my local dealer happened to call me about 5 minutes ago. He seems to think he can get one of the two 2014's from ATL and still do nearly the same deal except an additional shipping charge. A friend of mine that works at a used lot says he ships cars back from ATL auctions for $200 all the time. I'm sure the dealer will try to inflate by a factor of 2 or 3, but I'm willing to give them a shot at making it happen. Even with the range extender a trip back from ATL seems extreme, we have family in Nashville so we could stay the night there coming back but stopping to charge every 2 hours or so (to charge for 3-5 hours depending on the charging station, fast chargers are not that common in small towns yet) would just take forever. Unlike the EU i3 REx, the US REx only comes on when you get low on charge. The EU model you can kick it on whenever you want to charge back up the battery, at some point you would still have to charge but theoretically doing this would extend your range as long as you kept the REx full of fuel. It just takes some coding to do, but I don't have a Windoze computer to code with and I've never coded before so I don't want to try that after driving it off the dealer lot.

I am probably going to go ahead and pull some funds to make the deal happen weather the ZHP sells to the potential owner or not. Its in an account with no fee's or penalties for pulling it out (Roth IRA) and the amount pulled out, I would be able to replace within the same calendar year and not max out with what I put in there monthly. Potential new owner texted me at 8:03 his time and he had already called the bank and got them going on it. He actually just texted me again as I am writing this and says it looks to be fully approved by tomorrow.

[FL116]

Sent my steering wheel off to Mike!!! Can't wait to recieve it back! But for now, I have to resort to my other car. I drove it today and it's amazing how different the quality of the two cars is. The ZHP is just amazing compared to my other car. Haha

[Fenrir]

So I threw the new tires on the car today. I bought Mickey Thompson Street Comps for it. Running 235/40 all the way around. 300 tread wear rating. The sidewalls are very stiff but the extra meat feel a LOT better than stock setup. I'll do a full review after I get a few hundred miles on them. I'll have to drive easy till then anyways. They still have a glaze on them so I'll have to let that wear off. If they hold up to their reputation then this should be some fun rubber.

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[JupiterBMW]

Ordered an OBD-II scanner from Amazon today... Why...??

X5: Check engine light... But of course! :facepalm

[az3579]

Ordered an OBD-II scanner from Amazon today... Why...??

X5: Check engine light... But of course! :facepalm

:rofl

[stephenkirsh]

They should have just included a code reader with the car! Lol

[Imola.ZHP]

Pulled hard-wired Passport 8500, removed blend mount from mirror. Removed first aid box and bracket from under passenger seat. Removed Connect2/parrot bluetooth and mic. Removed storage tray above nav DVD in the trunk.

De-Modding is not fun. I'm going to leave the DICE module in there, it's from 2007, it has had noise in it since 2010 probably. I think it needs a ground loop isolator or just needs to be replaced.

Oh and I possibly filled her up for the last time.

[cakM3]

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Helping Patrick change out his engine covers for carbon fiber ones

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Shiny!!!


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[johnrando]

Nice

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[cakM3]

The job is finished!
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Got a souviner for the work
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I have satisfaction knowing Patrick's engine bay looks just as good as mine :thumbsup


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[NoVAphotog]

Alcantara wheel cleaned, Interior vacuumed

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...and engine bay prepped for a certain OEM part install across the strut towers later today. :shifty

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[JupiterBMW]

...and engine bay prepped for a certain OEM part install across the strut towers later today. :shifty

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You'll need to do more prep than that... The battery terminal block on the passenger side needs to be relocated, typically into the void space behind the strut. Then it'll fit perfectly... Below is a pic of my old ZHP. First you can see the relocated battery terminal, and then a pic of the final install.

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[JupiterBMW]

A little work for me today. :)

X5: Color matched rear bumper reflectors...

M3: Color matched front bumper reflectors...

[NoVAphotog]

You'll need to do more prep than that... The battery terminal block on the passenger side needs to be relocated, typically into the void space behind the strut. Then it'll fit perfectly... Below is a pic of my old ZHP. First you can see the relocated battery terminal, and then a pic of the final install.

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Oops I meant cleaned! I'm on the way over to Bruce's for his prep method.

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[WOLFN8TR]

The job is finished!
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Charlie what brand is that strut bar??

[cakM3]

Charlie what brand is that strut bar??

I honestly forget at the moment Gary. Allow me to gather my thoughts and I'll post....got it somewhere on my computer...

Edit: BFP Quarto. This carbon fiber strut bar is no longer made....rare bird...


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[WOLFN8TR]

Ok Bummer. Looks pretty Sweet!

[cakM3]

Ok Bummer. Looks pretty Sweet!

Other than the BMW Performance Strut bar I have installed on both my BMWs....this strut bar comes in at a close second regarding looks to me :thumbsup


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[JupiterBMW]

Oops I meant cleaned! I'm on the way over to Bruce's for his prep method.

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Ahh gotcha! Bruce sold me that strut bar, so I know he's familiar with this method!


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[TheFinanceGuy]

Thank Charlie!! Thanks for the help.


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[Whammy]

While searching for a few parts for my Cherokee, I befriended two gents trying to save an ///M engine, bumper, and a few other things out of an E36. Spent a few hours trying to get everything out. I had to leave due to work but I hope they saved the engine from distruction. Felt good to help them out!

[BMWCurves]

Today I knocked off replacing the spark plugs, cabin air filter, intake air filter, AC tensioner pulley, idler pulley, tensioner pulley, serpentine belt, AC belt, cooling system refresh (upper/lower/core hoses, thermostat, water pump, radiator, coolant level sensor, coolant temp sensor). I still have to reattach the upper hose to the expansion tank and radiator inlet, it's proved to be incredibly difficult. Then I have to bleed the cooling system and onto changing all fluids front to back tomorrow (oil, transmission fluid, differential fluid, power steering fluid). So far so good though!

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[330i ZHP]

Dare I comment?


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Lol. Just seeing this

[330i ZHP]

I honestly forget at the moment Gary. Allow me to gather my thoughts and I'll post....got it somewhere on my computer...

Edit: BFP Quarto. This carbon fiber strut bar is no longer made....rare bird...


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I have one - it was on my ZHP originally

[330i ZHP]

From yesterday - before ending up in hospital with eye abrasion.

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This hurt a lot.

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Tonight's progress - enlarged air pass through for the larger 2002turbo radiator and increased the pass through for air to get to the S14 intake

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And fabricated my own reinforcement for the drivers side motor mount that is known to crack and fail.

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[TheFinanceGuy]

I have one - it was on my ZHP originally

Do you by chance have a picture? I haven't seen another one (except original group by thread).

Good progress!!! How did the eye thing happen? Sounds painful.


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[ELCID86]

Ouch Stuart!


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[squashman702]

One of my friends and I tore down his GF's 2005 Mini to do a clutch replacement, had the motor out of the car in about 3.5 hours. Pretty easy to work on.

[cakM3]

Thank Charlie!! Thanks for the help.


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It was an awesome BMW day Patrick! Enjoyed hanging out and visiting with you and your family after the cars and coffee meet ... good times!! :thumbsup

@ Stuart....eye abrasion is no joke....hope you get better soon!!!



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[cakM3]

I spent the day working on my ZHP today....much needed TLC that will be taken in several steps to get my daily driver back to Charrie specs....

Took the opportunity to put both cars together to show off their BBS CH wheels ;)
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Next weekend (weather permitting) the old Arqray lip will be removed.....
edit: I removed the Arqray lip this evening.
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Saw this view while in the garage getting detailing supplies so I took this pic...
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Here's a few closeups of my new BBS CH wheels on my ZHP....love the Performance BBKs sitting behind these wheels... ;) I touched up the chips on the fender (thanks winter 2013!!!) No rubbing folks!
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Now my rear BBS CH wheel....yeah, I need to install the 135i rear calipers to finish the look I'm going for....most likely this summer...
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I have to say that these wheels look so stunning! I'm glad I got them :thumbsup

[Hermes]

Washed the blue one, it's too late to wash the black one. Maybe once the sun goes down

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[cakM3]

Washed the blue one, it's too late to wash the black one. Maybe once the sun goes down

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Looks good JP!


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[Hermes]

Thanks Charlie!

[BADCLOWN]

Everyone's cars are looking good. I washed mine yesterday but no pictures. I'll be taking the ZHP out of daily driver status next weekend. I ended up buying my brothers 4Runner and he found a new sr5 sport 4Runner to replace it with at a great deal.

[330i ZHP]

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After soda blasting

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[330i ZHP]

Washed X last night

[Hermes]

Nice!

[Karl Lazlo]

Well, went to Botond's secret lair today. Picked up some calipers, troubleshot my R side headlight not working. BP was gracious enough, offering to swap parts to isolate the problem but with headlights removed, my AL and his ZKW were no bueno. Alas, must have been a loose connection that I was able fix unknowingly when I reassembled everything. Had lunch, washed cars and sat around BSing. Oh, and traded BP's alcantara shift and ebrake boots for my leather ones... He's into leather, I don't judge.

To quote the great philosopher of our time, Ice Cube, "Today was a good day..."

Don't worry, BP. I won't tell anyone about you missing a shift when you went for the pass around me on the Milford connector...

[az3579]

He's into used leather, I don't judge.

Fixed. :shifty



To quote the great philosopher of our time, Ice Cube, "Today was a good day..."

One of the best philosophers of all time. Respekt.



Don't worry, BP. I won't tell anyone about you missing a shift when you went for the pass around me on the Milford connector...

Like that's news. Maybe after the thousandth grind you'd think I'd take out that damn clutch stop since I have a lazy foot. No such sense here.

[Karl Lazlo]

Corrections and alibi noted.

Thanks again for the assist and hospitality.

[az3579]

Corrections and alibi noted.

Thanks again for the assist and hospitality.

Always a pleasure, brotha.

[Hermes]

Maybe after the thousandth grind you'd think I'd take out that damn clutch stop since I have a lazy foot. No such sense here.

I took out my clutch stop a long time ago.

[jwalther]

Applied cleaner/protectant/water repellent to the convertible top. Skipped the full wash since we're expecting a full week of rain.

[JupiterBMW]

Well, he's not on the Mafia much it seems, so I'll post for him... Yesterday Devlin and I completed brake upgrades to his car. Did damn near everything... I'll let him post details and pics. :D

Also, we took out the ///M vehicles so that I could get some nice pics of both of them, NOT in my driveway. Pics coming soon. :thumbsup

[Fenrir]

Threw a nice-ish steering wheel cover on until I can send this one to Coby and got my new dash cam set up.

[JupiterBMW]

More updates... (Joop has been busy these past few days!)

I've really been trying to get the X5 cleaned up before I go back out to sea again. I haven't detailed it at all since we bought it back in September, so I'm slowly doing a lot of things. Yesterday I vacuumed the interior and put the floor mats through the wash (worked really well!!). Then I used interior protectant and wiped down all of the doors, center console, dash, etc. I was surprised that the stuff really helped to polish up the piano black trim. After that, I taped off and polished the headlights as they had some light scratches and haze. Not perfect, but pretty damn close without wet sanding.

Today I plan to start on the paint, clay bar, polish, and then wax... Its going to be a long day...

Oh, and my OBD scanner showed up, scanned for codes, found P0456 again. So, emailed my parts guy and asked him to get me a new gas cap. Picking that, and black grills up for the M3 tomorrow. :thumbsup

[jwalther]

Driving back to the office from lunch, my car started running roughly and the SES light came on. Drove straight to my indy, who diagnosed a cylinder 3 misfire. He was absolutely swamped yesterday, and asked whether I could leave the car. I assumed he was going to need a couple of days to get to it, and said sure I could leave it with him. His response? "Probably an ignition coil, I can get that done by the end of the day." Sure enough, I picked up the car at closing time, had a nice visit with the owner and a few of the techs, and drove home. I count myself a lucky guy to have a mechanic I trust, and one who understands good customer service.

[Imola.ZHP]

Removed strut bar, looked up how much I paid for it. Wow!

Will be contacting interested parties in the order in which they sounded off next week, maybe the week after. I've got so much going on, taking GRE soon, studying for that, trying to sell the ZHP, trying to buy an i3, crazy. I still need to detail the ZHP before delivery too.

[Vas]

Installed a bmw performance ssk

[rguti153]

How does it feel , was it easy install

[ELCID86]

Installed a bmw performance ssk

DIY?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[Vas]

How does it feel , was it easy install


DIY?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Yeah DIY. Took about 30-45 minutes taking my time. Install is simple and straight-forward. Just need a magnet to hold the clip that secures the shifter to the rod at the bottom. Did not get a chance to drive the car yet though. But the biggest difference is shifting from 3rd gear to 4th gear. Much shorter.

[JupiterBMW]

Part way through my detail of the X5. After some initial work and closer inspection, the paint is in great need of the clay bar. So, I'll clay it. But after clay, it seems really good, so I'll go straight to a final wax. I've got the roof done so far, have to take my time though as I'm pretty sore from the gym this morning. It'll take me a couple days to do it all I'm sure... Its so nice having two cars again. :biggrin

[Rovert]

Having my car completely clear coat corrected and a hard clear ceramic layer applied for two years of protection while I'm dying in the 100F sun in Guatemala. LOL

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Looking good so far!! Next are all front panels and fenders XPEL wrapped!

[Pip]

Yeah DIY. Took about 30-45 minutes taking my time. Install is simple and straight-forward. Just need a magnet to hold the clip that secures the shifter to the rod at the bottom. Did not get a chance to drive the car yet though. But the biggest difference is shifting from 3rd gear to 4th gear. Much shorter.

Did you do from the top? I know the m3 is a little different but I found it pretty easy to do from the bottom without removing the exhaust (small hands). I was having too much trouble from the top but if the technique is right then I've heard it is pretty easy.

[anandoc]

Been troubleshooting a leak in my washer system for months now. Disconnected and capped off the headlamp washer system, still there is a leak. Performed a bunch of permutation and combination of things - still no go.

Eventually ordered all hoses, pump, strainer etc and ended up pulling apart the entire hose system going from the reservoir to the nozzles on the hood. Replaced the whole damn thing today. Also replaced the upper hood vent where the nozzles sit since it had a crack due to age. Will find out in the next 24-48 hours if the leak is now finally gone.

if somebody needs to learn how to over-engineer the simplest of systems, do so from the Germans. Just wow!

[jakksfor20]

Kept getting a thermostat code on the wife's ZHP, so I ordered water pump, thermostat, upper and lower hoses, expansion tank. Installed today and found the water pump had been weeping. Hope that is gone. Also decided to do the power steering reservoir and low pressure hoses. One of them had been leaking as evidenced by the crack in it. Also installed new front bumper mesh grille.

Busy day. Tomorrow I have to put in a new door brake on my car and new side skirt clips. I may tackle the revised temp gauge with my pasoft.


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[Vas]

Finished the rebuild on a disa valve

[orange260z]

Drove my car to work the last two days, top down at 0630hrs today was a little nippy (only 5c). Afternoon drives home are great in sunny 17-20c weather!!

[JupiterBMW]

More detailing on the X5... Still not done yet... Also, made a small change... Progress pic... :biggrin

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[theothersawyer]

Everything looks better debadged!!

[JupiterBMW]

Everything looks better debadged!!

Tell my wife that... :facepalm

[theothersawyer]

Okay! Haha!!

[MrMaico]

Wow! That's pretty bad.

My mechanic said that mice seem to love BMW wires.

Believe me, it's not just BMW wiring. Our mechanics at work run into that a lot on every brand.

Barry

[Rovert]

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[ELCID86]

Ooh. Saran wrapping it!?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[Rovert]

Sealing in the freshness. LOL

[BMWCurves]

Still have a cold and am waiting on a 14 mm hex head to do the differential oil, but last night I think I completed the E90 compass/autodim/HomeLink mirror retrofit. I "think" because I can't turn on the car yet because I still have to fill and bleed the cooling system, and when the car is in accessory mode the compass doesn't turn on but when I lock the car the clown nose blinks. I'll see in a couple days!

I refreshed the shifter knob (same OEM ZHP knob) since the old one had a slight rip in the front and the shifter gate icon was bubbling underneath the plastic.

Finally, my BMW Performance piano black grilles came, but I am not sure I trust myself swapping them out. I have a terrible history on my last car of breaking the tabs during removal and installation, so I may save it for someone who is more competent :dunno

[das boots]

Still have a cold and am waiting on a 14 mm hex head to do the differential oil, but last night I think I completed the E90 compass/autodim/HomeLink mirror retrofit. I "think" because I can't turn on the car yet because I still have to fill and bleed the cooling system, and when the car is in accessory mode the compass doesn't turn on but when I lock the car the clown nose blinks. I'll see in a couple days!

I refreshed the shifter knob (same OEM ZHP knob) since the old one had a slight rip in the front and the shifter gate icon was bubbling underneath the plastic.

Finally, my BMW Performance piano black grilles came, but I am not sure I trust myself swapping them out. I have a terrible history on my last car of breaking the tabs during removal and installation, so I may save it for someone who is more competent :dunno

Same here. I still have not replaced my grills. Still sitting inside the box. I'm a klutz with removal.......I will destroy them.

[Vas]

They are pretty easy to remove.

[UdubBadger]

This
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+ This
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= This
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[Johnmadd]

This
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+ This
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= This
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Oh yeah!

[fredo]

Recaro FTW !

[328ioc]

Happened over the weekend but I got to hang out with Joopy and get some new brakes on the ZHP with help from Ray.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/59d75dda27af266ce1172ee006f035cb.jpg

Also.....don't forget to flush your brake fluid...,.as far as I know this was OEM fluid....

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/639dfb469b19b3e302e37fa027f642a8.jpg

Replaced with fresh....brakes and clutch feel amazing.....jut in time for Auto x this weekend.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/b353d67a3415452e9bdd6b3dd579e0d5.jpg

[cakM3]

Damn Devlin! That brake fluid was diiiirty! The new rotors look great!! :thumbsup


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[328ioc]

Yep.....easily could have put it in my empty coke bottle and it would have looked fine.....

Went to my Indy today to bleed the brakes a second time and he said a a little more old fluid came out so at this point I think its 90% or more new fluid.


Also makes me want to rush and do the Fiances mini sooner than planned because I doubt hers has ever been flushed and she is starting to autocross as well.

[johnrando]

Sweet... Recaro's, Rotors, good stuff.

[az3579]

Installed the mounting points for my Schroth Quick Fit harness (damn you Derek! loveya, mean it) that I bought many months ago.

Judging by this picture, I'd say it was a success! After the pic, took them off for storage until my next track event.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/3b51d4f3f8ec6891df6b9e8f0b3a8274.jpg

[BCS_ZHP]

A bauce would keep that setup for the trip to DC this weekend, there's some crazy drivers down this way.

[az3579]

A bauce would keep that setup for the trip to DC this weekend, there's some crazy drivers down this way.

I might just do that, just as a test. I want to see 1) how comfortable it is for extended periods of driving, and 2) what it's like to actually drive a car with a harness. I've only been a passenger in harness cars, so this should be interesting to see how awesome corners can be!

I will definitely not be keeping this setup as a daily setup. I'll bring them down to VA and see who wants to experience total control!

[328ioc]

Installed the mounting points for my Schroth Quick Fit harness (damn you Derek! loveya, mean it) that I bought many months ago.

Judging by this picture, I'd say it was a success! After the pic, took them off for storage until my next track event.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/3b51d4f3f8ec6891df6b9e8f0b3a8274.jpg
Please report back......I am very tempted to buy a set of these.

I might just do that, just as a test. I want to see 1) how comfortable it is for extended periods of driving, and 2) what it's like to actually drive a car with a harness. I've only been a passenger in harness cars, so this should be interesting to see how awesome corners can be!

I will definitely not be keeping this setup as a daily setup. I'll bring them down to VA and see who wants to experience total control!

[az3579]

Please report back......I am very tempted to buy a set of these.

Will do, after my VA trip this weekend.

[UdubBadger]

looks good BP

[BADCLOWN]

recaros and new brakes look excellent guys.


in regards to the harness setup: i was always told/under the impression that mounting them behind you downward at an angle puts pressure on the body and could be bad news in the event of a wreck. i thought you were supposed to come over the seat and go straight back and attach at a parallel.

right/wrong/happy medium?

[wsmeyer]

I've got a Graco harness setup in both our cars.

[johnrando]

Graco racing? :rofl

[az3579]

looks good BP

Thanks Seth.



recaros and new brakes look excellent guys.


in regards to the harness setup: i was always told/under the impression that mounting them behind you downward at an angle puts pressure on the body and could be bad news in the event of a wreck. i thought you were supposed to come over the seat and go straight back and attach at a parallel.

right/wrong/happy medium?

This is what I've heard as well. The problem is that there is nowhere to mount that is parallel to the top of the seat. This harness is designed to mount the way I have it set up. Because I don't have a roll bar, I can't use a harness that is designed to be mounted the way you mentioned.
The way I see it is that this shouldn't be any more dangerous than the factory belts as long as everything is properly fitted, but I don't know for sure.

I just saw this post online. I don't know what the source is (since someone posted this on a forum somewhere):



Seat Backs and Downward Shoulderbelt Angle
Regarding spinal compression and the downward angle of the belts. Very early in an accident (forward or rear), the body is compressed down in the seat padding putting the shoulders inline with the top of the seat back (if it is not there or below already). This transfers the downward load of the belts away from the shoulder and to the seatback. The QuickFit belts are all car specific. The traditional Rallye 3 and Rally 4 belts have a vehicle certification list (we are the ONLY company with such a list). To be certified for a vehicle, Schroth calculates the geometry of all belt mounting angles to ensure that they do not exceed 45 degree downward angle and also to verify the mounting points can be properly accessed for mounting. We also test the specific seats with a downward load test (developed by Schroth) to ensure that the seat back will take the downward angle forces (about 3,500 lbs). All BMW, Audi, VW, Mini, Subaru WRX/STI and a few others can pass this test. Many SAAB, Volvo, and some Merecedes did not pass this test. It is not a failure of seat design just that to be safe in normal use this level of seatback strength is not normally needed.

[mbeckel]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/1c321428c523a8db23431f2c00936bf4.jpg
Before

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/7f3d80147f1c2d5fdf1220c0664e87b1.jpg
After

Sent from in the bushes

[squashman702]

Got an unlimited wash pass for the next month to try out a place I pass by on my commute. Washed it today, then clayed/waxed the trunk lid and hood. PO had a NRA badge mounted to the trunk that I needed my heat gun to peel off. Ended up leaving a lot of residue, the clay bar took care of 98% of it. Trunk looks decent now, wish I could say the same for the hood.

[danewilson77]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/1c321428c523a8db23431f2c00936bf4.jpg
Before

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/7f3d80147f1c2d5fdf1220c0664e87b1.jpg
After

Sent from in the bushes
Perfection

"No flamesuit required"

[squashman702]

Thanks Seth.




This is what I've heard as well. The problem is that there is nowhere to mount that is parallel to the top of the seat. This harness is designed to mount the way I have it set up. Because I don't have a roll bar, I can't use a harness that is designed to be mounted the way you mentioned.
The way I see it is that this shouldn't be any more dangerous than the factory belts as long as everything is properly fitted, but I don't know for sure.

I just saw this post online. I don't know what the source is (since someone posted this on a forum somewhere):

[/B]

There's no harness bar available to mount between B pillars for our cars? That would still allow you to run the belts without running a cage.

[az3579]

There's no harness bar available to mount between B pillars for our cars? That would still allow you to run the belts without running a cage.

I don't know. I'm going to call Schroth tomorrow and ask them what their reasoning is for using tail straps mounted so low. I really wanted to mount it to the child seat anchors in the rear deck, but the installation manual explicitly forbids it stating that it can't handle the stresses.

[squashman702]

I don't know. I'm going to call Schroth tomorrow and ask them what their reasoning is for using tail straps mounted so low. I really wanted to mount it to the child seat anchors in the rear deck, but the installation manual explicitly forbids it stating that it can't handle the stresses.

Everything I've ever read about harnesses has said they should be used with a harness bar when running stock seats. Post up what they say- curious to hear their response.

[az3579]

Everything I've ever read about harnesses has said they should be used with a harness bar when running stock seats. Post up what they say- curious to hear their response.

I can't find any decent pics showing how a harness bar would be mounted in an E46. It doesn't look like a simple setup; I see multiple attachment points, meaning PITA to install and remove. That in itself will guarantee I will not run a harness bar.

We'll see what Schroth says tomorrow. If they say that a harness bar is needed (which is NOT mentioned in their installation documentation), then I will have to remove the harness hardware and sell it.

I know a couple of veteran track guys that run this harness the same way I have it. I don't know if they're doing this out of ignorance or what. I'll use the information Schroth gives me as a guide to my next step.

[328ioc]

Everything I've ever read about harnesses has said they should be used with a harness bar when running stock seats. Post up what they say- curious to hear their response.


I can't find any decent pics showing how a harness bar would be mounted in an E46. It doesn't look like a simple setup; I see multiple attachment points, meaning PITA to install and remove. That in itself will guarantee I will not run a harness bar.

We'll see what Schroth says tomorrow. If they say that a harness bar is needed (which is NOT mentioned in their installation documentation), then I will have to remove the harness hardware and sell it.

I know a couple of veteran track guys that run this harness the same way I have it. I don't know if they're doing this out of ignorance or what. I'll use the information Schroth gives me as a guide to my next step.

I thanks what my be missed here is that THESE harnesses to not require a bar......most harnesses do, but these are designed to work with OEM seats as well as HANS devices if needed.

The fact that these are quick release harnesses that clip into the rear seat buckles mean they physically won't work with a bar anyway......at least this is the way I understand it.

[oldzilla]

Drove her one more time before the snow.

[squashman702]

I thanks what my be missed here is that THESE harnesses to not require a bar......most harnesses do, but these are designed to work with OEM seats as well as HANS devices if needed.

The fact that these are quick release harnesses that clip into the rear seat buckles mean they physically won't work with a bar anyway......at least this is the way I understand it.

I was more referring to the style of bar that keeps the belts at the correct height behind the rear seats, not one for the harnesses to actually mount to.

[JupiterBMW]

Another day finished, another day with progress on the cars...

M3: Installed the OEM gloss black kidney grills. Otherwise, she's getting dirty pulling daily driver status for the wife AND myself while I do a full detail on the X5.

X5: Today I finished the paint work, a full/extensive clay bar, followed by a coat of wax. I have been having to compound and polish a couple of small areas that need extra attention before the final coat of wax. Debadged it last night, got the area looking perfect now. Also did the windows. Tomorrow I will take a crack at Leatherique on the seats, and hopefully getting the wheels off for a good cleaning and maybe wax. Lastly, polish those tips....

[328ioc]

Another day finished, another day with progress on the cars...

M3: Installed the OEM gloss black kidney grills. Otherwise, she's getting dirty pulling daily driver status for the wife AND myself while I do a full detail on the X5.

X5: Today I finished the paint work, a full/extensive clay bar, followed by a coat of wax. I have been having to compound and polish a couple of small areas that need extra attention before the final coat of wax. Debadged it last night, got the area looking perfect now. Also did the windows. Tomorrow I will take a crack at Leatherique on the seats, and hopefully getting the wheels off for a good cleaning and maybe wax. Lastly, polish those tips....
Pointless post without pics........you make me sad...

[330i ZHP]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/f4437da3826cb9af4c96bd3c25c2aa13.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/08005bbefb0be6265164e6544a830879.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/fb80b3597d655c85bdfefb0f5ba306e5.jpg
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http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/be77ca8ca52e2b1b8113288065574221.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/15/ff064e406382939a916fbdfa59fdf58c.jpg

Stripping body with media blaster - baking soda as medium

[JupiterBMW]

Pointless post without pics........you make me sad...

Pics of your brakes... Kind of the same. :rofl :biggrin

[328ioc]

Pics of your brakes... Kind of the same. :rofl :biggrin
My post had pics fool

[UdubBadger]

Pertaining to harness ideal is 0-20 degrees down from top of seat. However 40 is acceptable. 90 is bad news and I believe that's what you were referring to badclown.


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[Imola.ZHP]

Wow, great work guys. Drove mine to and from work is about it for today. My buyer that was to pick up the car Thursday afternoon changed his mind, this happened Tuesday but the wound is still fresh. Luckily two other e46F guys are interested in the car, one from WI and another from NC. The guy in NC has been trying to buy another car, but the seller just keeps dragging his feet. The WI guy has been approved for the loan, he just hasn't been able to get his wife into the bank to sign the paperwork, she is a tax person and of course has been swamped. The price has been negotiated for both potential buyers (same price with roof rack and halo's), its just a matter of who gets to Memphis first with the funds. Hopefully this weekend.

Meanwhile, I joined an Atlanta i3 group a few weeks back to see what deals people were getting with their dealers. There are only 2 2014 i3's with the color and options I want left in the nation and they are at the same dealer in Atlanta. So a member of that group posts a pic from the dealer today and I'm pretty sure both of them are in it (the twins to the right)

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11150333_413683662138681_1798611994018269625_n.jpg ?oh=fc493366a57cb3b2a3f187e4a11c85c8&oe=55A2247F&__gda__=1440419527_befdce2fc14b524c431bc0a2c5dbbd2 0

Which makes me want either one even more. I'm not sure what % tint is on the one to the left but that would be the first mod after de-badging and coding.

[smacame]

Gliptone leather cleaner then conditioner yesterday:
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag96/smacafee/Snapchat--6812595949068872191_zps4tutztsy.jpg (http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/smacafee/media/Snapchat--6812595949068872191_zps4tutztsy.jpg.html)

[kakashi169]

Going to install my CF goodies. I plan on painting the arqray lip with an exposed part of the cf though.

Thoughs?

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[cakM3]

Going to install my CF goodies. I plan on painting the arqray lip with an exposed part of the cf though.

Thoughs?

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:drool :drool :drool :drool

[BADCLOWN]

I like that front lip, delicious. I probably like that more than the CF splitters. Is it full CF or fiberglass with a layer over? Did you buy it new?

[Pip]

Going to install my CF goodies. I plan on painting the arqray lip with an exposed part of the cf though.

Thoughs?

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I really enjoy the exposed carbon fiber look and would think it would look great on the ZHP. I would model after the m3 lip (status gruppe). I'll try and find some pics later.

[cakM3]

I really enjoy the exposed carbon fiber look ...

I myself miss that look Sean but then I now have OEM... guess that's the price to pay ;)

[Pip]

Believe this is Charlie's car.

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And here is where I think the edges of the exposed could match the SGT lip a bit more so it flares out and blends into the curves.

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[cakM3]

Believe this is Charlie's car.

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That is correct Sean :thumbsup

Here's a better view Sean
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[Pip]

Looks awesome. I think the ideal thing for my preference forgetting about money would be to mold that lip into the stock bumper. It would look amazing...I think.

[FL116]

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*Looks at photos*---> :drool :drool :drool

Looks so good Charlie!

[Vas]

Bought her a new M dead pedal.

[cakM3]

*Looks at photos*---> :drool :drool :drool

Looks so good Charlie!

Thanks Bryant! :thumbsup

[BADCLOWN]

Bought a BMWP Intake

[Pip]

Got my A/C recharged. Feels nice and chilly now.

[330i ZHP]

More paint stripping

[Johnmadd]

That is correct Sean :thumbsup

Here's a better view Sean
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This is perfect. My favorite lip for sure!

[JupiterBMW]

Removed the Leatherique from the X (so much for only letting it sit 4 hours... It sat for 24 hours!) and cleaned the seats. Wow, feels different!

Washed the 3 today, removed and cleaned the rear wheels.

[kakashi169]

I like that front lip, delicious. I probably like that more than the CF splitters. Is it full CF or fiberglass with a layer over? Did you buy it new?


That is correct Sean :thumbsup

Here's a better view Sean
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Mine is full carbon fiber and I got it used. Going to repaint it and do the exposed CF. Cant wait

[Imola.ZHP]

https://scontent-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11150289_10204007221288479_1292009353550212036_n.j pg?oh=b259b6e2b9351ff2ac0d43e358d72af5&oe=55A1D743

Sold it.

After doing an oil change and detailing the interior and exterior.

[anandoc]

Installed summer style 135 wheels with tires. Also installed front mud flaps.

Before:

http://i.imgur.com/FIsYhqC.jpg?1

After:

http://i.imgur.com/mCIjldR.jpg?1

Big thanks to orange260z (Ayan) and his little helper mechanic :)

http://i.imgur.com/i9vYgQ4.jpg?1

[FL116]

The day just got a lot better.

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[Ssparrow]

Rolled my fenders and gave her a much needed bath
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/18/73a8a54be4ad7c8bf905e0b36abbeb3c.jpg

[orange260z]

Installed summer style 135 wheels with tires. Also installed front mud flaps.

Before:

http://i.imgur.com/FIsYhqC.jpg?1

After:

http://i.imgur.com/mCIjldR.jpg?1

Big thanks to orange260z (Ayan) and his little helper mechanic :)

http://i.imgur.com/i9vYgQ4.jpg?1

Anytime, and our trade (my garage/driveway, tools, and experience) for his labour is ALWAYS welcome!

We also swapped my 135Ms on replacing my 68Ms (which I use for winter storage), and 17" Fuchs replacing the 15" Fuchs on the 911 (also used for storage).

We also took the 911 for a good blast today, before I put it up for sale on Ebay :(

The 135s really transform Anandoc's car! It has a subtle, but mean look to it.

[330i ZHP]

Scraped more paint. Helped break shawns car

[ELCID86]

Scraped more paint. Helped break shawns car

Thanks for being there for moral and tech support!


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[Vas]

Just made it home. Great day meeting and hanging out with you guys.

[ELCID86]

Just made it home. Great day meeting and hanging out with you guys.

As you made it home safely (and I hope you aren't in the dog house!).


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[Whammy]

The day just got a lot better.

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Aww yeah!!!

[danewilson77]

Aww yeah!!!
+1

"No flamesuit required"

[az3579]

Scraped more paint. Helped break shawns car

That was some shitty situation, eh? Blown shocks all over the place. :(


Just made it home. Great day meeting and hanging out with you guys.

This!


Last night after everyone left, Bruce helped me (reworded, "did all the work himself" on getting my Xenon leveling sensor connecting rod installed. I previously couldn't figure out why the rod wasn't quite lining up properly with the leveling sensor arm so I never ended up replacing it. Bruce took one look yesterday and saw that the leveling sensor bracket was bent out of shape, which is why it didn't line up. I had no clue it wasn't supposed to be like that. So, thanks Shawn for having your car over there; otherwise neither of us would have known what to look for if yours wasn't in pieces!

[fredo]

My wife is driving the ZHP for the first time today. I will post later any comments she may have. I stayed at home.

[cakM3]

My wife is driving the ZHP for the first time today. I will post later any comments she may have. I stayed at home.

She may say the car is nice and that's about it fredo. For some a car is just a means to get from point a to point b.... ;)

[fredo]

She may say the car is nice and that's about it fredo. For some a car is just a means to get from point a to point b.... ;)

You must be right, my friend. Actually, this is the 2nd time she tries to drive the car. On the first one, she said the brakes were noisy and took her Saab instead.

[Vas]

She may say the car is nice and that's about it fredo. For some a car is just a means to get from point a to point b.... ;)

Something must be wrong with mine then. She wanted one after driving my imola sedan

[ELCID86]

That was some shitty situation, eh? Blown shocks all over the place. :(



This!


Last night after everyone left, Bruce helped me (reworded, "did all the work himself" on getting my Xenon leveling sensor connecting rod installed. I previously couldn't figure out why the rod wasn't quite lining up properly with the leveling sensor arm so I never ended up replacing it. Bruce took one look yesterday and saw that the leveling sensor bracket was bent out of shape, which is why it didn't line up. I had no clue it wasn't supposed to be like that. So, thanks Shawn for having your car over there; otherwise neither of us would have known what to look for if yours wasn't in pieces!

Glad I could help someone :-)


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[BMWCurves]

Swapped out the OEM chrome grilles for piano black grilles. Looks good!

[ELCID86]

Swapped out the OEM chrome grilles for piano black grilles. Looks good!

Prove it.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[fredo]

She may say the car is nice and that's about it fredo. For some a car is just a means to get from point a to point b.... ;)

Well, wife came back home after running some errands. Not a single word about driving the ZHP for the first time. I didn't ask about it, because I could be forcing an "oh, it was nice" out of her. I will wait patiently, maybe her comments will arrive later.

[BMWCurves]

Prove it.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Photos are coming sooooon


Well, wife came back home after running some errands. Not a single word about driving the ZHP for the first time. I didn't ask about it, because I could be forcing an "oh, it was nice" out of her. I will wait patiently, maybe her comments will arrive later.

Just like waiting to see if anyone notices you cleaned up the house a bit or that you got a new haircut. It may never happen, but if it does...