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

[BMWCurves]

Not mine, but I swapped out the Final Stage Unit (FSR) in my father's E39 540i today. His fan had been acting erratically for the last 6 months and really went down hill in the last few weeks. Wasn't too much of an issue but it's been getting hotter so I bought one and swapped it out. Seems to have solved the problem.

[Johal E32]

Ordered ARP rod bolts, new oil check valve, oil pump, bottom end gasket set, head studs and other misc. All from thebmwparts store except the ARP stuff, ah the joys of building an engine.. lol. Should be worth it in the end.

[Tnhl1989]

Drove about 42 miles yesterday, 0 gallons of fuel used. WOOT! Car charged overnight on 110v and was at 100% this morning.

Will be repeating today, better half and I are dog/cat/fish/house sitting for the future mother in law, her house is about 20 miles from work. This is atypical for us, my usual commute is 2.2 miles one-way. We decided to car-pool because we work about 4 miles apart and the i3 can be driven and no fuel used.

Oh, and I found and bought some clear paint protectors that go behind the door handles. Only $2.00 for 4 of them. My ZHP wasn't really scratched that bad, but our honda CRV is, I'd rather not take the chances on the i3, plus it was only $2.00 if it looks like crap I'll just throw them away. Still hunting for a similar protector for the top of the rear bumper when the hatch is open. We've almost had damage done in just the 4 days we've owned it. BMW should have some kind of protector stock in that location.

Check xpel website. Had a order for a 3m pro series full kit for a x5m. Usually the xpel templates are used as they are more accurate and the place I deal with just cut them as needed.

[cakM3]

Check xpel website. Had a order for a 3m pro series full kit for a x5m. Usually the xpel templates are used as they are more accurate and the place I deal with just cut them as needed.

I need to do this someday :thumbsup

[Karl Lazlo]

Well, not what I did but, rather, what was done to my 330Ci today...

DOT is repaving a section of interstate where my exit is in the middle of the length of highway. DOT is in the process of grinding off the first few inches of asphalt and plenty of "marbles" in the untraveled sections. Some assclown in a G35 coupe decides to merge way too late, took to using what was left of the breakdown lane and kicked a decent sized marble up. The marble contacted lower center of the L side of the windshield, under the wiper arm. Nice dual crack up to the lower 1/3 centerline of the glass.

Time for new glass anyway. 233k miles on the original. Waiting until DOT is done before bringing it in for glass replacement.

[Imola.ZHP]

Check with Lamin-x. They sell bumper protection for a lot of cars. If they don't list it, I'd call and ask - they may want you to be the guinea pig!

Thanks for the suggestion!


Check xpel website. Had a order for a 3m pro series full kit for a x5m. Usually the xpel templates are used as they are more accurate and the place I deal with just cut them as needed.

I'll check that out, thanks!

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See, this is why I'll still be on this board even though I no longer own a ZHP, awesome members that are very helpful.

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Today I attempted the "free" rear fog lamp push button mod that can be done on some F cars, namely the f30 which the i01 (i3) shares a lot of stuff with. Unfortunately the insides are different. This might be MY2015 difference or an i01 difference, not sure. The two panels look identical though so it is tempting to buy a used one off of eBay and try the mod that way. Since the car is technically "leased" then I could always revert to stock if I don't end up buying it (highly unlikely). They are selling for about $60 on ebay, only bad thing is that it has the button for the front fog lights as well which the i01 does not have. Thinking about doing some coding today, but it is rather warm in the garage and the lawncare people are outside doing work. For as small as our houses and lots are they take all freaking day to get the job done. Its too bad they don't go house to house, but I guess that would take even longer.

EDIT: Found XPel on Amazon.com, going to give it some thought weather to go clear or with their black that has a slight texture to it. Climbed up in the attic and found a bunch of e46 parts. I need to get them sold and/or in the pay it forward thread, ugh, no time. Also found my smoked vinyl for the front and rear wheel-arch markers on the i3, might even try to smoke the side mirror side-markers with it. Also adjusted the tennis ball in the garage for backing the car in. It is so much shorter than the e46. I swear its not much smaller inside though, or doesn't feel like it.

[squashman702]

Got a box in from ECS- BMW short shifter, new ZHP knob, extra clips for the shifter, A/C belt, A/C tensioner, and the HD ECS rear shock mount kit.

[danewilson77]

Well, not what I did but, rather, what was done to my 330Ci today...

DOT is repaving a section of interstate where my exit is in the middle of the length of highway. DOT is in the process of grinding off the first few inches of asphalt and plenty of "marbles" in the untraveled sections. Some assclown in a G35 coupe decides to merge way too late, took to using what was left of the breakdown lane and kicked a decent sized marble up. The marble contacted lower center of the L side of the windshield, under the wiper arm. Nice dual crack up to the lower 1/3 centerline of the glass.

Time for new glass anyway. 233k miles on the original. Waiting until DOT is done before bringing it in for glass replacement.
Sorry homey.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3560

:)

[Imola.ZHP]

I guess I did end up finding some time...

Part Out Thread 1 of ?

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?15944-Part-out-thread

EDIT: Also, to my surprise, my blend mount from the ZHP installed in the i3 perfectly, just hope the large plastic piece on the windshield that encloses the front camera won't interfere with my passport 8500. Doubtful though, that thing has some great range.

[jakksfor20]

Tried to figure out my brake squeak on 323. No luck. Decided to see what 12/10 spacers looked like on it. Looked great, but damn if the rear bolts were about 1-2 mm too long. Hitting parking brake assy, so I removed them. I also raised the rear up 1/4" in preps for our road trip later this month. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/c76c15d9fbd154cc1e654eac4ea286a8.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/f42af76cd3486395c90e7323e1066d42.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/07/75b8f2e0beee4751c2b0b00909f29296.jpg


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[ItsMeScottG]

I got new front and rear brake pads, along with new front rotors. Ill be replacing the brakes tomorrow along with adjusting the parking brake shoes.

[bandwagn]

Sounds a little odd, but got a proper ZHP shift knob - much better (came with what appears to be an M3 knob)

[az3579]

Sounds a little odd, but got a proper ZHP shift knob - much better (came with what appears to be an M3 knob)

That one was just a standard M3-style knob. The actual OE M3 knob has the leather boot integrated with the shifter. The ZHP knob feels so much better though.

[UdubBadger]

For anyone who might not follow my build thread.

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[Imola.ZHP]

Spent too much time creating the i3's project thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?15958-2015-BMW-i3-with-REx

[ItsMeScottG]

Today I got around to doing some needed maitinence.

Last week I replaced the VCG, the sparkplugs, did an oil change along with installing a new drain lug, and detailed the car.

Today I installed new front and rear brake pads, front and rear brake pad wear indicator sensors, front and rear rotors, and I also installed new front sway bar end links.

Also my BSW stage 1 speakers came in today so I'll be starting the install tonight.

The car is finally coming along

[JB3]

Installed and programmed Homelink retrofit...

And registered the car!

[BMWCurves]

Gave her a much needed bath:

19673

[Whammy]

Ran errands today. At one point, hit an 270 degree off ramp perfectly at the apex with speed and no weight shift. It was awesome!

[JB3]

Yeah I'm loving the handling.

For me, state inspection today. Passed of course.

[Vas]

Washed both cars today.

Video is my Imola getting pampered

https://youtu.be/jn3I2OUQU9U

[blalor]

Finally got my MINI roadworthy again. In January I started replacing the clutch and flywheel (which then lead to alternator, belt tensioner, idler pulley, wheel hub, radiator hoses, power steering line, and probably a dozen other things). Finally got it back together in March and two weeks later the power steering pump burned up. Today I finished putting in a used pump (which was damaged in shipping, so JB Weld and super glue to the rescue), the other power steering line, wiring harness for the pump (old one melted in the fire). Successful test drive, nothing smoking, so massive success. Then I found the 3rd brake light lens is gone, and my ZHP is leaking something.

(╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻

New steering rack for the ZHP will be here on Monday.

[anandoc]

Replaced the passenger side window switch found on the center console. A total of 5 minutes to do the job. One of the many reasons I love the E46 platform!

[fredo]

I saw my ZHP for the first time in 18 days. She has been at my parents' garage. Nothing wrong with her, she has a "weekend car" status for now.

[Imola.ZHP]

Did a bunch of coding this morning on the i3 including flashing brake force display. I didn't get to check it out/test it until I just came into work. Looks awesome!!

[ELCID86]

Colin's car is loaded up and we are headed back to VA after graduation yesterday.

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[cakM3]

Colin's car is loaded up and we are headed back to VA after graduation yesterday.

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Congrats to Colin and a safe trip back home for you guys Shawn! :thumbsup

[JB3]

Congrats to Colin and a safe trip back home for you guys Shawn! :thumbsup

Yep, +1 congrats.

What I did for my ZHP today is join the CCA. :roundel

[cakM3]

Yep, +1 congrats.

What I did for my ZHP today is join the CCA. :roundel

Nice!!! Now prepare to enjoy the club discounts on parts :)

[danewilson77]

Congrats to Colin and a safe trip back home for you guys Shawn! :thumbsup
+1

[fredo]

Congrats to a proud daddy ! :applause2

[JB3]

Nice!!! Now prepare to enjoy the club discounts on parts :)

My body is ready!

I know that the dealers offer discounts to CCA members, but anywhere else? Anything worth noting?

[cakM3]

I started my paint correction detail on my ZHP today....
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The hood was in bad shape...clayed the hood down, used 3M Compound to really get the paint scratches then sealed/waxed for a good finish :thumbsup


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[hcbeck2689]

I started my paint correction detail on my ZHP today....
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The hood was in bad shape...clayed the hood down, used 3M Compound to really get the paint scratches then sealed/waxed for a good finish :thumbsup


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Did you buff it out? I have been thinking about clay barring my whole car


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[danewilson77]

Did you buff it out? I have been thinking about clay barring my whole car


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"Barring" isn't going to remove swirls.

[Jconlin16]

Did you buff it out? I have been thinking about clay barring my whole car


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Do it! Won't remove any swirls but the smooth finish after is so worth it.

[cakM3]

"Barring" isn't going to remove swirls.

Dane is right. Clay barring removes some paint oxidation and imbedded dirt. You got to use a good compound and clean cutting pads to remove the light paint scratches, then use a good wax to fill everything left behind in. It's a lot of work but in the end you have a stunning looking car like what you see in Dane's sig :thumbsup

When the paint surface has been clay barred, it will have that velvety smooth feel to it... and yes, well worth the effort to do right. Be forewarned though, if you never clay barred your car then I suggest you do some research on how to properly clay bar the car. If done improperly, you can easily wreck the finish of your car.

[danewilson77]

Dane is right. Clay barring removes some paint oxidation and imbedded dirt. You got to use a good compound and clean cutting pads to remove the light paint scratches, then use a good wax to fill everything left behind in. It's a lot of work but in the end you have a stunning looking car like what you see in Dane's sig :thumbsup
You had me at "hello".

[Jconlin16]

When the paint surface has been clay barred, it will have that velvety smooth feel to it... and yes, well worth the effort to do right. Be forewarned though, if you never clay barred your car then I suggest you do some research on how to properly clay bar the car. If done improperly, you can easily wreck the finish of your car.

Yes, definitely agree with this.

[hcbeck2689]

"Barring" isn't going to remove swirls.

I'm not worried about swirls. I don't have any on my car that I have seen, but have yet to give her a good wash and wax. I just want to make the paint look better than 12 years old.
I hate using an orbital buffer though. I have done paint work in the past and even wet sanded and buffed out gel coats on boats. I just always have that fear of swirling the paint. I have never barred though.


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[Imola.ZHP]

Yep, +1 congrats.

What I did for my ZHP today is join the CCA. :roundel

I could have saved another $500 off my i3 had I already been a member. SMH@myself.

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Used the pre-conditioning feature on the i3 for the first time on my short trip to work tonight. Too freaking cool, I had forgotten I even set it up before catching a few more hours of sleep before my shift. I walk out into the garage to get in it and the interior is already cooled down to 68 and the car is just waiting and ready to go. I will be using this SO much in the upcoming months in Memphis.

[blalor]

I could have saved another $500 off my i3 had I already been a member. SMH@myself.

You might still be able to get some customer loyalty money from BMW. I spoke last week with someone in BMWUSA HQ. If I sold any of my BMW products and purchased a new or CPO one from a dealership and then presented BMWUSA with the relevant bills of sale, they'd give me $2500. I did a quick bit of googling and didn't find anything, but it might be worth looking into.

[JB3]

Ordered my PA Soft from Tony this morning. :roundel

[Imola.ZHP]

You might still be able to get some customer loyalty money from BMW. I spoke last week with someone in BMWUSA HQ. If I sold any of my BMW products and purchased a new or CPO one from a dealership and then presented BMWUSA with the relevant bills of sale, they'd give me $2500. I did a quick bit of googling and didn't find anything, but it might be worth looking into.

Thanks for the info, another $2500 in my pocket would be nice, doesn't hurt to ask!!

[FL116]

Got my roundels in today! It's the small things :thumbsup

Before:
19698

After:
19699

I also got rid of the front license plate trim a few weeks ago. Progress :D

[san]

Got a 2nd alignment done in a month as the dealership didn't do a good job on the first... Free of cost though... Thumbs up to dreyer and rainbold BMW Greenwood, IN


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[Vas]

Got my roundels in today! It's the small things :thumbsup

Before:
19698

After:
19699

I also got rid of the front license plate trim a few weeks ago. Progress :D
Headlight lenses next

[FL116]

Headlight lenses next

I have them, just waiting on the seals to come in. Should be here by thursday :thumbsup

[Imola.ZHP]

You might still be able to get some customer loyalty money from BMW. I spoke last week with someone in BMWUSA HQ. If I sold any of my BMW products and purchased a new or CPO one from a dealership and then presented BMWUSA with the relevant bills of sale, they'd give me $2500. I did a quick bit of googling and didn't find anything, but it might be worth looking into.

I called but I think I chose the wrong option and then I got passed onto an "i" person. My BMWFS info isn't in the system yet, I'm going to wait until it's in the system and call back and talk to BMWFS.

[johnrando]

Shawn - Congrats on the graduation
Scott - Let us know how you like the BSW.

[cakM3]

You might still be able to get some customer loyalty money from BMW. I spoke last week with someone in BMWUSA HQ. If I sold any of my BMW products and purchased a new or CPO one from a dealership and then presented BMWUSA with the relevant bills of sale, they'd give me $2500. I did a quick bit of googling and didn't find anything, but it might be worth looking into.

blalor, I can't get over seeing your avatar.... guy smiling with bugs all over his teeth.... yuck!!!!

[ItsMeScottG]

The BSW kit is nice, it's nothing crazy, I was just looking for something that would just work without modification and/or adapters and that's just what the BSW is.

The speakers are nice, to be honest they don't sound much different from the factory HK system, maybe a little it better but it's not too noticeable.

It's 1000x better than blown out Speakers though, my factory HK (paper) speakers blew out.

For anyone who is looking to get rid of factory paper speakers, however, they are looking for a straight plug-n-play setup, BSW is a great option. Pricey but for me it was worth it.

[blalor]

:D

http://www.ridersroost.com/Roost%20Pics/biker.jpg

Someone printed that out and stuck it to the tank of my motorcycle years ago. Love it!

[cakM3]

:D

http://www.ridersroost.com/Roost%20Pics/biker.jpg

Someone printed that out and stuck it to the tank of my motorcycle years ago. Love it!

Nice!!!

[Pip]

Shop found the source of rattling in my exhaust. Looks like I did not tighten the pre-cat O2 sensors. Sounds great now.

[johnrando]

The BSW kit is nice, it's nothing crazy, I was just looking for something that would just work without modification and/or adapters and that's just what the BSW is.

The speakers are nice, to be honest they don't sound much different from the factory HK system, maybe a little it better but it's not too noticeable.

It's 1000x better than blown out Speakers though, my factory HK (paper) speakers blew out.

For anyone who is looking to get rid of factory paper speakers, however, they are looking for a straight plug-n-play setup, BSW is a great option. Pricey but for me it was worth it.

Kinda my thoughts too, but I thought there were a little better and crisper on the high end, and could handle volume better. But, not a big difference. Add a sub though, and it's suddenly pretty kick azz.

[hcbeck2689]

Installed my Racing Dynamics CAI finally. Might post a before and after video on sound, but honestly not a HUGE difference.
Haven't had time to clean my car :ashamed
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[cakM3]

Today I looked up my old Porsche Indy shop European Imports in Westerly RI. These guys have done an awesome job taking care of my Porsche when I owned it so I figured I'd ask if they also work on BMWs.... to my pleasant surprise they said yes. Guess I will be taking a run over to their shop sometime to check them out ;) :thumbsup

[JB3]

Today I looked up my old Porsche Indy shop European Imports in Westerly RI. These guys have done an awesome job taking care of my Porsche when I owned it so I figured I'd ask if they also work on BMWs.... to my pleasant surprise they said yes. Guess I will be taking a run over to their shop sometime to check them out ;) :thumbsup
Dude I knew you were loaded.

I didn't know you were P-CAR loaded!

[JB3]

Installed my Racing Dynamics CAI finally. Might post a before and after video on sound, but honestly not a HUGE difference.
Haven't had time to clean my car :ashamed
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I like that. Looks mostly isolated from underhood heat. What does the butt dyno say?

[Vas]

New a pillars for the wife's car. Interior is slowly coming together

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[cakM3]

Dude I knew you were loaded.

I didn't know you were P-CAR loaded!

Divorce forced sale of Porsche back in 2007. I have been with BMWs ever since. The ///M is my 2nd and my ZHP is my 3rd BMW. Not sure what you're talking about being loaded Jay... ;)

[JB3]

Divorce forced sale of Porsche back in 2007. I have been with BMWs ever since. The ///M is my 2nd and my ZHP is my 3rd BMW. Not sure what you're talking about being loaded Jay... ;)

Haha I hear ya. Although most days I think I would come out ahead financially if I were in that situation...


New a pillars for the wife's car. Interior is slowly coming together

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Ugh. I realized on my way home from picking my ZHP up that mine looked like 5 year plan old balls. I hate to even ask what those things are going for... so I won't, and I'll just plan to recover.

[cakM3]

Haha I hear ya. Although most days I think I would come out ahead financially if I were in that situation...

The best thing to do is just live well and enjoy life. It kills my ex whenever she sees me rolling in my ///M....she has seen both of my BMWs and it drives her nuts that I'm having so much fun modding both cars, going on trips (to Hawaii), and going on long distance road trips (reunion meets) all the while enjoying myself. That's the secret to a good life in my book. Just live well :thumbsup

[stephenkirsh]

New a pillars for the wife's car. Interior is slowly coming together

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What did you use to refinish them?

[squashman702]

ECS sells the replacement part, pretty sure he went that route.

[hcbeck2689]

I like that. Looks mostly isolated from underhood heat. What does the butt dyno say?

Nothing really. Maybe a bit of pickup in the mid range but I would bet it is just a placebo effect. It sounds pretty good but I wish it were louder!


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[das boots]

The best thing to do is just live well and enjoy life. It kills my ex whenever she sees me rolling in my ///M....she has seen both of my BMWs and it drives her nuts that I'm having so much fun modding both cars, going on trips (to Hawaii), and going on long distance road trips (reunion meets) all the while enjoying myself. That's the secret to a good life in my book. Just live well :thumbsup

+1. Just live and enjoy. Eat, drink, make merry. Life's too short. Heck...if you can...stay single.

[JB3]

Yeah maybe... But have kids and be in their lives. I wouldn't trade my life for all the cars in the world. :)

What did I do for my ZHP today?

Ordered black kidneys!

[ItsMeScottG]

The BSW speakers do sound more crisp ill give them that for sure. They look very high quality, and I have no doubt that they will last the life of the car compared to the factory paper speakers. I really liked my alpine setup in my old car, it was outstanding, I was used to that setup. However, the BSW speakers sound just right for this car, im not looking to do anything crazy, I just want good sound and quality speakers and they fulfill my desire.

[Vas]

Ecstuning does sell the pillars. However a member had a brand new set for sale so I bought them.

Otherwise they are about $75 per side.

[JB3]

Ecstuning does sell the pillars. However a member had a brand new set for sale so I bought them.

Otherwise they are about $75 per side.

Word, I may just order them at that price.

I ordered black grilles today, will report on the quality.

[Vas]

Word, I may just order them at that price.

I ordered black grilles today, will report on the quality.
Rears are $60.

Let us know about quality. Otherwise you can splurge on the bmw performance Grills

[cakM3]

Ecstuning does sell the pillars. However a member had a brand new set for sale so I bought them.

Otherwise they are about $75 per side.

Reminds me that I should look at ordering a new set of A-piller covers for my ///M from ECS Tuning. They are currently at $60/side. Thanks Vas! :thumbsup

[NoVAphotog]

Word, I may just order them at that price.

I ordered black grilles today, will report on the quality.

You can get them cheaper from the dealer with the part numbers on ECS. Got mine for 65/ea at BMW of Fairfax...

$69 at Husker:

Quick Order
Part Number 51437902933
Part Name COVER
MSRP $89.59
Core $0.00
Online Price $69.18

[Vas]

Yeah ECS tuning has higher prices then some dealers. I usually get my stuff from the bmw mini parts store. Pricing is good and shipping is dirt cheap.

[FL116]

Yeah maybe... But have kids and be in their lives. I wouldn't trade my life for all the cars in the world. :)

+1. Although I am still young, I can't wait to start a family one day!

[cakM3]

+1. Although I am still young, I can't wait to start a family one day!

Take your time Bryant! Don't be too much in a rush....find the right woman first then go from there :thumbsup

[Sockethead]

The BSW speakers do sound more crisp ill give them that for sure. They look very high quality, and I have no doubt that they will last the life of the car compared to the factory paper speakers. I really liked my alpine setup in my old car, it was outstanding, I was used to that setup. However, the BSW speakers sound just right for this car, im not looking to do anything crazy, I just want good sound and quality speakers and they fulfill my desire.
They will sound even better once they are broken in...

[cakM3]

They will sound even better once they are broken in...

I might just go that route for the ZHP :thumbsup

[3ZHP]

I gave the siblings a bath tonight!
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[feytr]

I have done oil separator, windshield cowl.

[UdubBadger]

Something with this... :dunno

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[ItsMeScottG]

I finally got around to installing the carbon fiber lower steering wheel trim that I ordered from Germany. Talk about eye candy, this thing is beautiful

[rguti153]

Something with this... :dunno

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[Vas]

Installed a faceplate from the UK so I can have rear fogs.

[az3579]

Took my rear wheels and calipers off to finally adjust my parking brake that I screwed up when I tried to install the rear Wilwoods. I haven't had a parking brake in two weeks.

I learned the process from a DIY and found it to be easier than I thought!

Also washed the car for the ice cream social the CT Valley Chapter has during the warner months. Probably a quarter of the cars there were pristine E30 M3's. Lol

[stephenkirsh]

Took my rear wheels and calipers off to finally adjust my parking brake that I screwed up when I tried to install the rear Wilwoods. I haven't had a parking brake in two weeks.

I learned the process from a DIY and found it to be easier than I thought!

Also washed the car for the ice cream social the CT Valley Chapter has during the warner months. Probably a quarter of the cars there were pristine E30 M3's. Lol

Can you share that DIY?

[ClimRox]

Replaced a leaky pressure power steering hose.

[ItsMeScottG]

It's really easy, just remove the rear wheels, removed the rear calipers/rotors, and turn the adjustment knob with a screwdriver. You want to expand the shoes so that the rotor fits on snug. Once both sides are adjusted, put the rotors back on, and test the e-brake.

It's really easy once you look at it yourself, very easy :)

[Vas]

I did it another way. Didn't even have to remove the wheels

[Simmsled]

Enjoyed 200 miles of Indiana back roads.

[ItsMeScottG]

How did you do it? From my understanding that's the only proper way to adjust the e-brake

[Johal E32]

You can pull the ebrake boot and adjust from there

[az3579]

To do it properly you should do it from both the adjustment knob and the handbrake nuts.

Taking the rear calipers and rotors off is way easier. I don't know how people do it without; getting at the adjustment wheel through a tiny little lug hole proved nearly impossible for me.

Loosen the nuts at the handbrake (take off/loosen the boot and pull the handbrake up a little to get at the nuts. Take rear wheels, calipers, and rotors off. Tighten the adjustment wheel by turning the cogs towards the FRONT of the car (for left side, turn the cogs DOWN and for right side, turn the cogs UP). Tighten them a few clicks at a time until you have a harder time putting the rotor on, then loosen until the rotor slides right on with minimal effort. I backed mine off by loosening about 5 turns once the rotor slid on easily. Once it's there, tighten the nuts on the handbrake. I tightened the nuts until the car was held by the parking brake after 4-5 clicks and the lever was firm by the 3-4th click.

[Vas]

I was able to get to it through the lug hole. It was not easy but possible.

[Rovert]

^ Yep that's what I do. I just remove one lug nut without taking the wheel off. I'm done adjusting quickly once I figure out which way to get at that crazy cog back there. LOL

[FL116]

Installed new lenses I got from Khoalty. Install was simple. In my eyes, it is a whole new car!!!

Before:
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After:
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[JB3]

Did you bother with the seals?/ I'm thinking they are fine.

[FL116]

Did you bother with the seals?/ I'm thinking they are fine.

Yeah I changed the seals also

[ItsMeScottG]

http://i61.tinypic.com/x0o1ee.jpg I'm so glad I got this steering wheel trim, it looks and feels amazing

[anandoc]

Bought these. Hopefully I would be able to throw them in over the long weekend.

http://i.imgur.com/kjF0dvb.jpg?1

[ELCID86]

^do you have the removal tool? It's a big help.


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[danewilson77]

^do you have the removal tool? It's a big help.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.
You're talking about the one in the tool kit, correct?

[anandoc]

Shawn, I am planning to pick up this O2 sensor socket from a local store. This should work, right?

http://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/oxygen-sensor-vacuum-switch-socket/A-p2990254e

[danewilson77]

Shawn, I am planning to pick up this O2 sensor socket from a local store. This should work, right?

http://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/oxygen-sensor-vacuum-switch-socket/A-p2990254e
Speaking out of turn, but yep.

[anandoc]

Speaking out of turn, but yep.

Not at all, Dane! Thanks so much - hopefully the current ones aren't seized in too badly.

[danewilson77]

How do you plan to loosen the connections under the car?

[anandoc]

How do you plan to loosen the connections under the car?

Umm..these are the pre-cat sensors...

[danewilson77]

Umm..these are the pre-cat sensors...
Ahh...ok.

[JB3]

Yeah I changed the seals also

Would you have felt ok about leaving the original seals in there once you got it apart? Or no?

[fredo]

You're talking about the one in the tool kit, correct?

I remember the one in tool kit is for spark plug removal. Can we use it for O2 sensors as well ?

[FL116]

Would you have felt ok about leaving the original seals in there once you got it apart? Or no?

I could have left them on, but I'm glad I changed them. When I looked at both seals side to side, the new ones are definitely nice. I would suggest getting them.

[Hermes]

Placed my order for fabric to redo my M3 seats... E30 M-Tech. ETA unknown.

Edit: I have to assume most of you don't understand what I mean, so here are pics.

Imagine this
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/330Ci%20Mysticblau/GOPR1243.jpg

but with seats and door cards like this
http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/cars/images/48/301048/006.jpg

[cakM3]

Installed new lenses I got from Khoalty. Install was simple. In my eyes, it is a whole new car!!!

It's amazing just what a new set of lenses will do for your car :) Looks great Bryant!! :thumbsup



This morning I started organizing my garage and dug these items up...
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/04581b1acc9abb5dead9de155c4c6527.jpg

6 used ignition coils in perfect shape
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/d14b7187d3a0e50f5891b577c797b5b5.jpg

4 used fog light enclosures for my M3 and ZHP
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/5c9a1ff6440f92e541adff3b0300bff2.jpg

a set of BMW Performance grills for the ZHP
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/149e5584b97c1a2cfede39c060d84304.jpg

a mixed set of ZKW and M3 headlight lens that need reconditioning (going to do this when I return from Hawaii)
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/16/851cad87c1f266db9ff8c834b6bf7ee7.jpg

I believe in having spares for some reason....will be stocking my garage with these items... ;)

[johnrando]

Nice steering wheel trim a few posts back

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[ItsMeScottG]

Today I went ahead and replaced the three vacuum caps on the back of the intake manifold, I replaced he brake booster vacuum line , I finally got around to installing my m3 dead pedal, and I ordered a piece to fix my volume/power knob on my Business CD radio along with a new knob for the radio.

Oh and I also cleaned the car inside and out, looks new again:)

[Sockethead]

I believe in having spares for some reason....

It's part of your illness. It's incurable. You're just going to have to suffer with it :)

[ItsMeScottG]

Nice steering wheel trim a few posts back

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That's probably one of my favorite visual mods, it's one of the best mods I've done, it's beautiful

[cakM3]

It's part of your illness. It's incurable. You're just going to have to suffer with it :)

bad part is that I also have a spare ZHP diff and a used 330 alternator sitting in my garage.... it doesn't stop, that's for sure....

[BADCLOWN]

that M-tech interior is going to be AMAZING, i love that fabric pattern and wish i had the chance to do it on my E30 interior.

are you doing the door cards too?


taking my car in tomorrow night to my buddy for DISA/oil change work.

[Hermes]

that M-tech interior is going to be AMAZING, i love that fabric pattern and wish i had the chance to do it on my E30 interior.

are you doing the door cards too?


Yes ;)

[Karl Lazlo]

I cleaned out my trunk today... That was fun.

[Ssparrow]

Did a 2 step polish today. Man I remember now why i waited so long to do it. My back is definitely feeling it now. I have the day off tomorrow so ill go ahead and apply a few coats of wax then. Pictures will follow when I'm all done!

[blalor]

Hermes, are you doing the upholstery yourself? I've thought about doing something similar. I really like the cloth/leather combination in my MINI.

[Hermes]

No, I'll have it done professionally. I just have no idea when the fabric will be arriving.

[blalor]

What do you expect to spend?

[das boots]

BTW....check out the 2014 ZHP for sale at the May issue of Roundel for $14,500 OBO at 79,000 on the clock.

[Hermes]

What do you expect to spend?

A decent amount. I think the fabric alone is around $100/yd

[rguti153]

Sweet I thought I read they don't make that fabric anymore , but that's awesome if they do

[Ssparrow]

Spent the weekend doing a two step polish. I forgot how much of a pain that was. She doesn't look perfect but definitely looks a lot better.

First I clayed the whole car followed by a cutting polish and then a final polish. Topped off with a fresh coat of wax! I'm pretty happy with the outcome.

I planned on painting my calipers/hubs this weekend as well but I ran out of time. Looks like that's next weekends project!

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/18/d428796d6652188992b686f71eaf0d94.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/18/ae3690e7bf82463f886d804f162c8e44.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/18/a7c28380a21680fa5d6477d4ba3afedc.jpg

[az3579]

Placed my order for fabric to redo my M3 seats... E30 M-Tech. ETA unknown.

Edit: I have to assume most of you don't understand what I mean, so here are pics.

Imagine this
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/330Ci%20Mysticblau/GOPR1243.jpg

but with seats and door cards like this
http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/cars/images/48/301048/006.jpg
What the heck... That material was NLA YEARS ago when I still had my E30... How on earth did you source that??

[BADCLOWN]

2 step polish job looks KILLER. i need to get my car done badly.

[Ssparrow]

Thanks! I'm real happy with the outcome. I thought about paying to get it done, and about halfway through I was wishing I paid someone to do it. But It turned out pretty well! I'll have to get some higher quality photos here soon.

[BMWCurves]

Placed my order for fabric to redo my M3 seats... E30 M-Tech. ETA unknown.

Imagine this

http://www.2040-cars.com/_content/cars/images/48/301048/006.jpg

I think that'll turn out really impressive. Definitely an original and unique styling if nothing else.


Thanks! I'm real happy with the outcome. I thought about paying to get it done, and about halfway through I was wishing I paid someone to do it. But It turned out pretty well! I'll have to get some higher quality photos here soon.

Still looks gorgeous! I really need to do mine. I tend to do it during the summer when I have a little more free time and rain isn't as much of a possibility. I know exactly what you mean about your back though. I sometimes use a rolling office chair to assist when I'm doing the sides.

As for me, my Bimmian painted bumper reflectors came in today so I swapped them out pretty quick using a wide plastic trim removal tool rather than the suggested screw driver that I'm very confident would scratch the paint. Color matches perfectly and I think looks much better than the amber reflectors. Not bad.

Before:
http://i.imgur.com/cQC7AHE.jpg

After:
http://i.imgur.com/ZQJLl01.jpg

[Sockethead]

Wow that does match well...definitely looks much better

[Johnmadd]

Two new front dws and an alignment.

[anandoc]

and I ordered a piece to fix my volume/power knob on my Business CD radio along with a new knob for the radio.



Where did you end up ordering this from? My volume knob has lost the functionality to turn off the radio due to the broken plastic thingy inside...

Oh and replaced pre-cat O2 sensors over the weekend.

[Imola.ZHP]

Thursday - Hard-wired my radar detector
Friday - Ordered LED turn signal bulbs and key-fob cover
Saturday - Clear behind the handle scratch guards arrived
Today - Got my tag
Thursday - Windows will be tinted at 10am

[stephenkirsh]

Damn. Busy car schedule.

[Rovert]

Johnmadd what front tires did you have before?

Wish I had this much time to play with cars! I want to play!!!

[Hermes]

Sweet I thought I read they don't make that fabric anymore , but that's awesome if they do

They don't


What the heck... That material was NLA YEARS ago when I still had my E30... How on earth did you source that??

It is; I know of the location of one roll. We need to make door cards for Carl's M3 first and then (fingers crossed) I will have enough to do my seats and cards. This is where the last roll went, it's replacing the Sparco Alcantara setup in the E30

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Edit: Carl doesn't have the roll of fabric, somebody else we know does. His Euro M5 is at the shop getting restored so M-Tech fabric for a discount is the trade


I think that'll turn out really impressive. Definitely an original and unique styling if nothing else.

Thanks! I hope so too

[BMWCurves]

Those photos :drool

[az3579]

You guys are so damn lucky!


They don't



It is; I know of the location of one roll. We need to make door cards for Carl's M3 first and then (fingers crossed) I will have enough to do my seats and cards. This is where the last roll went, it's replacing the Sparco Alcantara setup in the E30

19789

19790

Edit: Carl doesn't have the roll of fabric, somebody else we know does. His Euro M5 is at the shop getting restored so M-Tech fabric for a discount is the trade



Thanks! I hope so too

[Johnmadd]

Johnmadd what front tires did you have before?

Wish I had this much time to play with cars! I want to play!!!

I had the same before.

[Sockethead]

I wish they still offered fabric centers for all BMW seats. We had this in our X5... It was one of the features we liked most about it

[rguti153]

I wish they still offered fabric centers for all BMW seats. We had this in our X5... It was one of the features we liked most about it
Pics ?

[san]

This is more of what my ZHP did to me...

I have had the issue of clunk from the rear end of the car at on and off throttle in low gears since I bought the car... Got it inspected and I was told it was the left axle which has a bad CV joint... Have not had the time to get it fixed/replace... So today, I stop at an intersection and when I start to get going again, I hear a loud thud, I mean really loud... Heard it again at the next few intersections... Went to work driving slowly and holding my breath and thinking if I had a humongous crack at the subframe bolting location... Once I reach the office parking lot, I try to replicate it by getting on and off the throttle but i heard nothing.... Not sure what caused it... So my ZHP almost made me sh!t in my pants today....

[alexandre]

Greased all my sunroof moving parts. It was getting sluggish. All back to normal now.

[Flieger]

It is; I know of the location of one roll.


I had a remodel job a few years back. Had to move these to get started. PITA. The rolls were heavy and the poly was slick.

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[Ssparrow]

Painted my rear calipers today, forgot to get a before picture but they look SO much better than before. No more rust! I'll paint the front tomorrow.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/20/f8d81a3899ac77833ae1b0b3921da4bf.jpg

[rguti153]

Sweet clean n simple

[Ssparrow]

Thanks! Yeah i was definitely going for a more subtle look. It was between silver and black and I'm really happy I went with sliver.

[rguti153]

Agree silver good choice

[san]

Painted my rear calipers today, forgot to get a before picture but they look SO much better than before. No more rust! I'll paint the front tomorrow.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/20/f8d81a3899ac77833ae1b0b3921da4bf.jpg

Looks real neat! What sort of paint did you use?


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[Ssparrow]

I just grabbed some caliper paint from the auto parts store. I can't recall the brand right now. I'll get back to you on that one tomorrow!

[Imola.ZHP]

Finally went through some more ZHP and miscellaneous left-overs, created second part-out thread.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?16046-Part-Out-Thread-2-(Lighting-Maintenance-Accessories-Etc)&p=436000#post436000

[rkneeshaw]

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k513/rkneeshaw/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg (http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/rkneeshaw/media/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg.html)

:shifty

[san]

I just grabbed some caliper paint from the auto parts store. I can't recall the brand right now. I'll get back to you on that one tomorrow!

Thanks!


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[rguti153]

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k513/rkneeshaw/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg (http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/rkneeshaw/media/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg.html)

:shifty
Damn! !!

[slater]

http://i1113.photobucket.com/albums/k513/rkneeshaw/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg (http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/rkneeshaw/media/2003%20BMW%20330i%20ZHP/temporary_13.jpg.html)

:shifty

DANG!! would love an in-car video afterwards. :)

peter

[cakM3]

DANG!! would love an in-car video afterwards. :)

peter

I would love to have one of those in my ZHP as well :drool

[rguti153]

Don't we all , I'll settle for the vt1 ....

[Hermes]

I had a remodel job a few years back. Had to move these to get started. PITA. The rolls were heavy and the poly was slick.

19820

Do you still have the contact info for that guy?

[bshovers]

Refreshed the sunglass holder and ashtray cover. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/fccb31a41e795516bd3996d99b2381fc.jpg


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[Flieger]

Do you still have the contact info for that guy?


Just talked to him. The pic was taken about 5 years ago. He is pretty much sold out. Says he still gets a few emails/day but ...

[iya_e46]

over the weekend, I changed my control arms/fcab/engine mounts/rear diff flush and got new yoko advan tires..

[johnrando]

Great paint job on those calipers a few posts down.

[UdubBadger]

SCs becoming common these days eh?

[BADCLOWN]

Id love some booooost. 8psi would make me happy

[az3579]

SCs becoming common these days eh?

:shifty

[bshovers]

Dis...

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/645b1deee84e6aa31e1836a179c07587.jpg


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[SoDelBMW]

Quick Question- I am dying for face lift black grills but I'm having trouble finding them! Can someone lead me in the right direction please!!!

[BMWCurves]

Quick Question- I am dying for face lift black grills but I'm having trouble finding them! Can someone lead me in the right direction please!!!

There are a bunch, do you want gloss or matte black?

I have the BMW Performance Piano Black Grilles and I love the look, but they are a bit pricey (just north of $100 at ECS). However, they are an exact swap for our OEM chrome ones in terms of shape and number of slats, etc. They also match the shadowline trim perfectly. Their part numbers are:

Left - 51132158537
Right - 51132158538

Other grilles may have a slightly different shape and number of slats but they tend to be cheaper.

[MRisme]

Quick Question- I am dying for face lift black grills but I'm having trouble finding them! Can someone lead me in the right direction please!!!


I recently purchased some from ecstuning.com and have been very happy with them.

[SoDelBMW]

There are a bunch, do you want gloss or matte black?

I have the BMW Performance Piano Black Grilles and I love the look, but they are a bit pricey (just north of $100 at ECS). However, they are an exact swap for our OEM chrome ones in terms of shape and number of slats, etc. Their part numbers are:

Left - 51132158537
Right - 51132158538

Other grilles may have a slightly different shape and number of slats but they tend to be cheaper.

I was on ECS tuning using their search tool and nothing would come up.... Whatever I would love some matte black ones. Do I just type in the part numbers?

[Sockethead]

I'd stay away from the eBay ones. They tend to be very loose. I had to hot glue the ones we got for our old e53 to get them to stay in. I got the OEM black ones.... worth every penny.

[Sockethead]

Try this link: http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0L/Exterior/Body/Grille/

[SoDelBMW]

Try this link: http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330Ci-M54_3.0L/Exterior/Body/Grille/

You are the MAN! Thanks

[Hermes]

Just talked to him. The pic was taken about 5 years ago. He is pretty much sold out. Says he still gets a few emails/day but ...

Oh well, worth a shot

[Ssparrow]

Finished painting my front calipers today! Crappy picture but I am definitely happy with the outcome.

Used this paint: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/8e8041922a326aaeeb83750e63cc3e63.jpg


Before: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/99b69eefdbe77f77eb185b8b685d355a.jpg

After: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/ee965c8627b8044c377512c72afb27f5.jpg

Also cleaned my wheels real well between drying times. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/1c9ce55aad11a42ab92846a5139b4e8b.jpg

[UdubBadger]

Looks good

[johnrando]

Check out OEM gloss black grills from Tischer BMW

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[stephenkirsh]

Finished painting my front calipers today! Crappy picture but I am definitely happy with the outcome.

Used this paint: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/8e8041922a326aaeeb83750e63cc3e63.jpg


Before: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/99b69eefdbe77f77eb185b8b685d355a.jpg

After: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/ee965c8627b8044c377512c72afb27f5.jpg

Also cleaned my wheels real well between drying times. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/1c9ce55aad11a42ab92846a5139b4e8b.jpg

Did you take the calipers off or mask everything off?

[Ssparrow]

I masked everything off real well and used brake cleaner and a wire brush to clean everything up before painting!

[slater]

I masked everything off real well and used brake cleaner and a wire brush to clean everything up before painting!

looks great, shawn - better than i expected. i might give this a go at some point.

peter

[san]

Finished painting my front calipers today! Crappy picture but I am definitely happy with the outcome.

Used this paint: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/8e8041922a326aaeeb83750e63cc3e63.jpg


Before: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/99b69eefdbe77f77eb185b8b685d355a.jpg

After: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/ee965c8627b8044c377512c72afb27f5.jpg

Also cleaned my wheels real well between drying times. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/21/1c9ce55aad11a42ab92846a5139b4e8b.jpg

Looks really good... And thanks for the picture of the paint...


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[Ssparrow]

No problem, thanks guys!

[FL116]

+1. Looks great Shawn

[Sockethead]

I masked everything off real well and used brake cleaner and a wire brush to clean everything up before painting!

This is all I did 4 years ago except I took mine off the hangar but left the brake line on.... the paint is still on there and still looks great... I expected the paint to fall off by now.

[Ssparrow]

This is all I did 4 years ago except I took mine off the hangar but left the brake line on.... the paint is still on there and still looks great... I expected the paint to fall off by now.

That's good news! I was curious about how long it would actually last

[BADCLOWN]

thats on the agenda for mine as well except done in black (go figure). really makes things look much better. couple it with a nice rotor and it really helps with the "abyss aesthetics" if you have a larger more open wheel and don't have a BBK.


looks great!

[ELCID86]

Colin got his lower grille sprayed. And likes it a lot.

19836


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[johnrando]

Represent - mafia gear through the years, with more stickers coming soon.
19837

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[Vas]

Cleaned the Coby alcantara wheel with Sonax http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/22/5f0c7e5862759492c9724e0d88695c5a.jpg

[danewilson77]

Represent - mafia gear through the years, with more stickers coming soon.
19837

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It looks as though you've never worn it. :shifty

You must be hoping it goes up in value. Got it.

[bshovers]

Colin got his lower grille sprayed. And likes it a lot.

19836


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It makes the whole car look so much better! That was one of the first things I did when I got my zhp. I was such a noob then I only hit it with one coat of paint lol now I need to do it again.


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[Johnmadd]

It looks as though you've never worn it. :shifty

You must be hoping it goes up in value. Got it.

:rofl :shifty

[fredo]

eBay roundel for $7. The description includes "original" word. I read the reviews after the fact, it's a knock off, USA seller. :crying

[fredo]

I got my e90 back yesterday. My mother-in-law needed to borrow the car for one month. I'm glad I could help with that. Plus, it came back freshly washed and with a full gas tank. When I decide to sell, they (my in-laws) will have dibs on the car. :biggrin

[cakM3]

I installed BC Racing extender cables for my rear adjustable shocks when I swapped them out today.

https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5448/17395913393_b23e957024_o.png

[ELCID86]

Car back on the road Charlie?

Those extenders have to make it an easy adjustment.


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[cakM3]

Car back on the road Charlie?

Those extenders have to make it an easy adjustment.


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Shawn, the ZHP is officially back to daily driving duties as of today... yes, the rear extenders make adjustment very easy since I won't have to pull the covers out of the way to adjust them. If anyone is using BC Racing coilovers, I highly recommend getting them. They're under $40 for the set and well worth getting :thumbsup

After taking my ZHP out for a nice drive this afternoon I gave her a nice wash cleaning the wheels and car so I can commence detailing her in the morning. I will also place BBS wheel stickers on my wheels ;)

[Sockethead]

Those extenders are sweet. The rear Konis I had, had to be taken out of the car to adjust. That was a PITA

[Rovert]

Hence why I never adjusted the back. LOL. I just played with the front to balance out what I wanted to happen with the rear. Haha

[Ssparrow]

I installed BC Racing extender cables for my rear adjustable shocks when I swapped them out today.

https://c2.staticflickr.com/6/5448/17395913393_b23e957024_o.png

Where did you find these? Did you get them direct from BC?

[ELCID86]

Much needed bath.


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[cakM3]

Where did you find these? Did you get them direct from BC?

You can get them here http://www.maperformance.com/bc-racing-br-series-coilover-rear-extenders-only.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=Product_Search&utm_campaign=google_base&gclid=CjwKEAjw7YWrBRCThIyogcGymQsSJAAmz_ndliUHkFkH H4aM5iimSHLTzeg8bXQ4bxtskYXkjIksIhoCFpHw_wcB (http://www.maperformance.com/bc-racing-br-series-coilover-rear-extenders-only.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=Product_Search&utm_campaign=google_base&gclid=CjwKEAjw7YWrBRCThIyogcGymQsSJAAmz_ndliUHkFkH H4aM5iimSHLTzeg8bXQ4bxtskYXkjIksIhoCFpHw_wcB)

[sillieidiot]

i just make a cut so that the rear carpet becomes a flap. i just pull the flap down to adjust and push it back. no one even knows that i cut it lol

[johnrando]

Lol Dane. I mostly wear mafia shirts when I'm with my mafia brethren, so they are indeed lightly used and well kept (never put in the dryer) because I do know for a fact that they will go up in value.

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[cakM3]

Resuming my detailing on the ZHP today...got the passenger's side to complete ;) Then give my M3 a nice wash/wipe then put it away :)

[Sockethead]

Damn Charlie... You're always washing waxing... I wish I had time for that. Unfortunately the ZHP is pretty low on the list these days. I've washed it once since last August...

[cakM3]

Damn Charlie... You're always washing waxing... I wish I had time for that. Unfortunately the ZHP is pretty low on the list these days. I've washed it once since last August...

Rob, you have two sons to raise.... my daughter is grown up and off to college... ;) I have a lot of time to indulge in BMW activities ;)

[jorbon]

Full cooling system replace at 76,500 miles

[ELCID86]

Full cooling system replace at 76,500 miles

Good job (and amazingly low mileage).


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[Karl Lazlo]

From this:

http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/2015-05-25%2011.51.38_zpsf40xxena.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/2015-05-25%2011.51.38_zpsf40xxena.jpg.html)

To this:

http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/2015-05-25%2015.45.48_zpsw3qhyoru.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/2015-05-25%2015.45.48_zpsw3qhyoru.jpg.html)

[az3579]

From this:

http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/2015-05-25%2011.51.38_zpsf40xxena.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/2015-05-25%2011.51.38_zpsf40xxena.jpg.html)

To this:

http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/2015-05-25%2015.45.48_zpsw3qhyoru.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/2015-05-25%2015.45.48_zpsw3qhyoru.jpg.html)
Mmmmmmm

[Karl Lazlo]

Mmmmmmm

I just hope my snow wheels clear the calipers. Thanks!

[az3579]

What are your snow wheels, again?

[johnrando]

:like

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[Pip]

Performed an oil change on the Range Rover this afternoon. Pretty simple when you can lift the car into off-road mode and put jacks under the frame and then go from there. Hardest part is getting to the filter when is below a belly pan and stuffed between power steering hoses. Noticed that the hood shock was out so had to use a piece of PVC to hold it open for me...then I remembered BMW and LR share many parts and I had an extra shock from my OEM M3 trunk lid. Perfect fit and worked like a charm. I removed one of my trunk shocks when going to the CF CSL lid which is why I had the extra on hand. I'll be purchasing two new ones for the Range so it's back to normal operation.

19882

[hcbeck2689]

I finally have her a bath! First time since I bought the ZHP almost 2 months ago... Life has been hectic. Waking up in a few hours to wax it. The wheels looks so good cleaned up on the silver grey it almost makes me want to paint them hyper silver instead of gunmetal.


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[Hermes]

Currently in the middle of rear disc conversion

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/50F711B3-FC07-484E-B03A-142B9C03A143.jpg

Painted the trailing arms silver

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/D943E71E-686B-470C-AEBA-7359D6519327.jpg

Sprayed some Rustoleum on the subframe, will take it out and do it properly when I change the mounts.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/097FE448-3C73-41AB-B781-F4B82DFD3289.jpg

Trailing arms in

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/E4D857BC-4DA2-4209-AC2E-EEFE78F42EEE.jpg

Koni Specials

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/44E76E08-97F2-467B-9356-ED98D05C87A6.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/EC95DBC7-60B5-44AF-A965-8D5B99702DD5.jpg

Tired and confused, will figure it out in the morning

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/04A77548-4D3A-4978-8355-1CB4E2C3C8D2.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/765F693E-80CC-4229-93AD-91B22594B415.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/5B16AC6B-D0C4-400F-86AC-418070B5F4FD.jpg

[Pip]

I finally have her a bath! First time since I bought the ZHP almost 2 months ago... Life has been hectic. Waking up in a few hours to wax it. The wheels looks so good cleaned up on the silver grey it almost makes me want to paint them hyper silver instead of gunmetal.


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SG with hyper silver is a great look.

[Pip]

Which car is this JP? Looks fantastic.

[Hermes]

Which car is this JP? Looks fantastic.

Thanks Sean! It's the E21. This is what it looked like earlier

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/9C5238B7-480F-4069-8A37-E1E22DCA3A43_1.jpg

and this is what it looked like when I stopped for the day

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/E54CD1DE-9E38-47ED-B263-28C74FE985B0.jpg

[slater]

Those extenders are sweet. The rear Konis I had, had to be taken out of the car to adjust. That was a PITA

yep. Ground Control makes a revalved rear for the E46 that is top-adjust.

also, the 80's porsche 911 koni yellow rears are almost dimensionally identical (about 20mm shorter, which actually is advantageous), and are top-adjust. we can use those too.

peter

[cakM3]

I installed new front tires on my BBS CH wheels this morning :)


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[blalor]

New steering rack and high-pressure line went in over the weekend; pretty sure the fluid had never been changed in 116k miles. :-( New control arms have been ordered and will hopefully go in next weekend. I'm chasing a bit of looseness in the steering, but this car will see track duty and I've just learned control arms are considered wear items…

[MRisme]

Spark plugs, air and cabin filter done today. Also installed yellow fog lights from ecstuning.

Will tackle the fuel filter this weekend and hopefully install my AFE intake.

[Rovert]

If all the things all you guys do to your cars were added up to one car per week of these posts. There'd be a pretty perfect car being birthed from ZHPMafia every week.

[quikryptonite]

Got me some new kidneys:

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x428/dcrider48/BMW%20330i%20ZHP/CF%20Grill/2015-05-22%2015.46.25_zpswuoaerju.jpg

[Karl Lazlo]

If all the things all you guys do to your cars were added up to one car per week of these posts. There'd be a pretty perfect car being birthed from ZHPMafia every week.

Are you saying that our cars are not perfect already...? :shift

[Rovert]

Nope. Someone always needs a polish, a new water pump, an oil change, or a vacuum. LOL

[Karl Lazlo]

Nope. Someone always needs a polish, a new water pump, an oil change, or a vacuum. LOL

#Truth

I could write the next great novel with all I want to do to my DD.

[Ssparrow]

Replaced the rear brake wear sensor. Accidentally broke it while I was painting my calipers

[Whammy]

Today the ZHP was supposed to have the windshield replaced after two rescheduled appointments. Found out while sealing the glass and pressing the seal around the windshield they cracked the glass. :facepalm: It will take another appointment (next week) to get new glass put in.

Also noticed I got PPG glass and not plinkington glass. Will need to call the company tomorrow and get that fixed.

[prowlerflyer]

Cooling system overhaul completed yesterday. Surprisingly pretty straight forward

[Hermes]

Conversion done

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/5B0F65A0-DAEF-48A5-877B-50BCE0F4C3B1.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/F7506B0D-B5E1-4147-A610-A7842038EB7C.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/3152A0E5-7FB7-4B31-A901-B91DCCF9D7E3.jpg

[MRisme]

Conversion done

That looks nice, bet it stops better too!

[quikryptonite]

Conversion done

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/5B0F65A0-DAEF-48A5-877B-50BCE0F4C3B1.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/F7506B0D-B5E1-4147-A610-A7842038EB7C.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/320i/3152A0E5-7FB7-4B31-A901-B91DCCF9D7E3.jpg

Man, I love that car. Looks great. Keep posting!

[johnrando]

Great werk JP!

[cakM3]

Looks awesome JP! :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Great werk JP!



Looks awesome JP! :thumbsup

+1

:respect

[UdubBadger]

Dropped it off at iND... :ninja

[Pip]

Dropped it off at iND... :ninja

Hope it has the sound you're looking for.

[az3579]

Actually yesterday. Used Nanoskin Autoscrub on the hood, front bumper, front fenders, roof, and top of the trunk lid yesterday. Polished and sealed all those panels. Was too beat to finish.

Also had to buy a new license plate backing plate. THIRTY SIX DOLLARS at the dealer. Holy shit!

[NoVAphotog]

Actually yesterday. Used Nanoskin Autoscrub on the hood, front bumper, front fenders, roof, and top of the trunk lid yesterday. Polished and sealed all those panels. Was too beat to finish.

Also had to buy a new license plate backing plate. THIRTY SIX DOLLARS at the dealer. Holy shit!

How do you like the Nanoskin Autoscrub as compared to good ole' fashion clay?

[az3579]

How do you like the Nanoskin Autoscrub as compared to good ole' fashion clay?
Claybarring is the biggest pain in the butt in the detailing process, IMO. I'm sooooo glad I don't have to use a PITA bar again.

The Autoscrub does just as good of a job as a claybar. They say it'll last 4 times as long as well, though that remains to be seen. The surface was just as smooth after using it and took a fraction of the time.

[squashman702]

Chipped the windshield today- glass was really good until then. Can glass repair be done on these if they have the rain sensor?