View Full Version : What did you do for your ZHP/ BMW / MINI today? #2
Johnmadd
04-22-2016, 01:24 PM
Were you the designer or customer? I need to know, as to frame my reply correctly.
Customer, I still have said removed wipers ready to go.
Karl Lazlo
04-22-2016, 01:26 PM
Customer, I still have said removed wipers ready to go.
OK, good. I would hate to go into graphic detail of what should be done with these shitty wipers.
cakM3
04-22-2016, 03:26 PM
Took my M3 out today and almost allowed it to get me into trouble with the local law enforcement agency. As we passed each other (going opposite directions) on the bridge we locked eyes and I knew exactly what he was thinking as my ///M got painted with some KA band...I was closer to an exit than he was so I took full advantage of my situation.
Needless to say I took an alternate route home and paid closer attention to my speed in relation to the traffic....and turned down my amped stereo system. Got my M3 safely tucked away in the garage....got her cleaned up then applied some wax to her :)
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Just in time before the rain clouds started rolling in
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I saw 78 degrees as I rolled out of work today...
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Sockethead
04-22-2016, 03:41 PM
I would call that a successful day :)
cakM3
04-22-2016, 04:52 PM
I would call that a successful day :)
Agreed Rob! :thumbsup
Johnmadd
04-22-2016, 05:30 PM
I like the story Charlie.
Washed the car and as soon as I started to wash it started to pour :facepalm
Will give it a full detailing job soon, my sis ordered a griots garage 6" orbital polisher for me... :happyspidey
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cakM3
04-22-2016, 06:31 PM
I like the story Charlie.
It was a close call John. I was enjoying the drive and tunes too much and not paying attention to my V1 until it was almost too late...I was lucky today.
az3579
04-22-2016, 06:35 PM
Installed CREE LED reverse lights.
@BP, since these are 7506 bulbs, can I use them as brake lights too?
Yes. I've had LEDs in the brake housing for years now.
How in the world does a bulb type affect a safety inspection? Jeez.
Yeah, it seems Virginia sucks for car people too. lol
danewilson77
04-22-2016, 07:30 PM
Yeah, it seems Virginia sucks for car people too. lol
Yes...yes it does.
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Drove off with new MFactory 3.38 diff in place. Haven't had time to evaluate it, but I have disabled the PedalBox for the time being to get a better sense of things.
BMWCurves
04-23-2016, 10:16 AM
Drove off with new MFactory 3.38 diff in place. Haven't had time to evaluate it, but I have disabled the PedalBox for the time being to get a better sense of things.
Vroom vroom
cakM3
04-23-2016, 11:09 AM
I replaced the key battery on one of my ZHPs keys today. I will post details of the process in my project thread later on this afternoon. It was fairly easy to replace (assuming you have good soldering skillz) ;)
For the price of a rechargeable battery, I saved myself from having to order a $250 replacement key fob...[emoji1360]
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New tie rods for sketchi with boots and front sway bar bushings.
Oil change on my imola sedan
BMWCurves
04-23-2016, 02:24 PM
Oil change for my sister's 330Xi. Now tackling the most rusted strut clamp bolt...
MrAdventure
04-23-2016, 05:14 PM
Replaced RF window regulator. It went a lot smoother than when I replaced one on my 328Ci. Very little to adjust - it was a lot easier to keep it from jamming up. I was hoping the airbag in the door was part of a supply voltage code my reader keeps throwing. I'll go and check fuses next. Any ideas where the airbag control module is?
I was hoping to install the Android-based Eonon unit today. I mistakenly bought the older Windows CE version, and want to exchange it, but the eBay seller has been slow to respond.
slater
04-23-2016, 05:47 PM
New tie rods for sketchi with boots and front sway bar bushings.
nice. i need to do full tie rods on my car too - it's seeming a lot more prevalent with 245's on the front now than it did with the 225's (as in, i didn't notice anything with the 225's ;) ). might do contol arms at the same time.
Oil change for my sister's 330Xi. Now tackling the most rusted strut clamp bolt...
lots o' PB Blaster, and an impact wrench - or, very slow, well-spaced, jolts with a breaker bar. i had one that was really nasty. i wire-wheeled the bolts, applied anti-seize and they've come out nicely since.
ELCID86
04-23-2016, 05:54 PM
Dropped red for tire swap and balance. Hope to get to tie rods soon.
terraphantm
04-23-2016, 08:31 PM
Just got my tires installed and the car inspected, passed as expected. Also got the AC recharged and that's working, at least for now. Next I have to do RTABs and get an alignment, and I think the car will be ready for daily driving duty.
330i ZHP
04-23-2016, 11:32 PM
Installed radiator, hood, grills, lighting and wheels are back from being built
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And an entire week of multiple applications per day of conditioner to bring the M3 seats back to soft and in prep for treating with dye.
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D1ESEL
04-24-2016, 06:53 AM
DAMN. That is one of the nicest 02's I have ever seen!
BMWCurves
04-24-2016, 07:46 AM
New tie rods for sketchi with boots and front sway bar bushings.
Oil change on my imola sedan
How long did the tie rods take you?
Replaced RF window regulator. It went a lot smoother than when I replaced one on my 328Ci. Very little to adjust - it was a lot easier to keep it from jamming up. I was hoping the airbag in the door was part of a supply voltage code my reader keeps throwing. I'll go and check fuses next. Any ideas where the airbag control module is?
I was hoping to install the Android-based Eonon unit today. I mistakenly bought the older Windows CE version, and want to exchange it, but the eBay seller has been slow to respond.
Good luck, hope you get it exchanged soon. Let us know what you think once you've installed it and had it a while.
lots o' PB Blaster, and an impact wrench - or, very slow, well-spaced, jolts with a breaker bar. i had one that was really nasty. i wire-wheeled the bolts, applied anti-seize and they've come out nicely since.
Yup. Sprayed it down with PB blaster. Sadly I don't have an impact wrench but I now know I have to have one. Once I got the bolt out and inspected it, there's rust built up essentially to the threads. I plan to scrape it out, anti-seize, yada yada when I put it back in.
Dropped red for tire swap and balance. Hope to get to tie rods soon.
It's funny, I feel like there are waves of repairs that members do. When I first joined I want to say it was the DISA rebuild, then shocks/struts/coilovers, now tie rods.
Installed radiator, hood, grills, lighting and wheels are back from being built
And an entire week of multiple applications per day of conditioner to bring the M3 seats back to soft and in prep for treating with dye.
Your cars are gorgeous, Stuart. Really great stuff.
Been busy these past 2 weekends! Last weekend was brakes all around and soldering the broken wires inside my xenon headlight. This weekend is a new rear diffuser. The old one had a nice chunk out of it right smack in the middle from the previous owner. $123 later from BavAuto, and the rear is good as new!
Does anyone want to buy an old diffuser to paint?
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How long did the tie rods take you?
Good luck, hope you get it exchanged soon. Let us know what you think once you've installed it and had it a while.
Yup. Sprayed it down with PB blaster. Sadly I don't have an impact wrench but I now know I have to have one. Once I got the bolt out and inspected it, there's rust built up essentially to the threads. I plan to scrape it out, anti-seize, yada yada when I put it back in.
It's funny, I feel like there are waves of repairs that members do. When I first joined I want to say it was the DISA rebuild, then shocks/struts/coilovers, now tie rods.
Your cars are gorgeous, Stuart. Really great stuff.
Took me a little bit over and hour to do both. I took my time.
330i ZHP
04-24-2016, 09:59 AM
Thank you
ELCID86
04-24-2016, 12:18 PM
Mounted a style 135 hubcap :-)
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Johnmadd
04-24-2016, 12:36 PM
Lol, awesome!
fredo
04-24-2016, 01:15 PM
Mounted a style 135 hubcap :-)
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It even has the M logo ... amazing !
ELCID86
04-24-2016, 02:18 PM
You would believe how much just this portion of the wheel weighs compared to the rest of the barrel!
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Sockethead
04-24-2016, 02:29 PM
I was going to do that to one of my Breytons with a sawzall but never got around to it...
squashman702
04-24-2016, 04:33 PM
Nothing on the ZHP this weekend, but gave the M3 some attention.
Subframe pulled, doing AKG reinforcement plates for RTAB, rear sway, and rear strut towers.
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Trunk gutted, strut towers prepped for the plates. Need to get a gas bottle for my Miller 211, don't want to burn these in with flux. May also do some additional work on where the rear subframe mounts to the floor.
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Interior gutted, switching to black carpet and Modena seats and panels from the factory Mulberry anyway and wasn't in a hurry to light it on fire while welding. Also pulled out an old alarm and tidied up the wiring.
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ELCID86
04-24-2016, 05:18 PM
I was going to do that to one of my Breytons with a sawzall but never got around to it...
The pot hole did it for me! Totally broken all the way around.
Sockethead
04-24-2016, 05:30 PM
The pot hole did it for me! Totally broken all the way around.
I know! easier than a sawzall but more expensive...
cakM3
04-24-2016, 05:32 PM
I took my M3 to a big area car meet (broke.east.meet v3) then drove it to Boston to pick up an old friend. My M3 felt so perfect on the roads today and my friend was impressed by how easy it sliced thru traffic (was going 5mph over the posted speed limit guys...) She told me she was surprised by how low my car was and how comfortable the car was to sit in while I was driving. It was an awesome day and afternoon. Finished the day by giving my M3 a nice wash and tucked her away inside the garage...
Sockethead
04-24-2016, 05:40 PM
Nothing on the ZHP this weekend, but gave the M3 some attention.
Subframe pulled, doing AKG reinforcement plates for RTAB, rear sway, and rear strut towers.
You're talking about the sub frame reinforcement, yes? Never heard of a kit for RTAB...Good idea doing it preventatively. I plan on doing this someday when I have a lift. Not going to attempt welding laying on the ground. I'm probably going to go with the Redish kit when the time comes.
squashman702
04-24-2016, 05:40 PM
How was the meet?
cakM3
04-24-2016, 06:06 PM
How was the meet?
Crowded! A lot of people went. I was VIP on the track, met a lot of cool people today [emoji1360][emoji41]
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This was just my area at the track. The event was still filling up as I was leaving. I was there from 09:00am to 2:30pm then I had to leave. Leaving this place was an adventure in itself. Lots of fun though. [emoji1360]
fw_fw
04-24-2016, 06:14 PM
Quite an eclectic mix of cars!
cakM3
04-24-2016, 06:20 PM
Quite an eclectic mix of cars!
Later on just before I left the event, a few Lambos pulled into the scene. There were a mix of pretty much everything to suit anyone.
Not my cup of tea but there were cars like this at the event...
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Check out this guy's tail pipes!
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He's got some serious pipes! :p
Looks like a great time Charlie and you fit in so well.
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Soo much hard parking going on
das boots
04-24-2016, 06:49 PM
Later on just before I left the event, a few Lambos pulled into the scene. There were a mix of pretty much everything to suit anyone.
Not my cup of tea but there were cars like this at the event...
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Check out this guy's tail pipes!
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He's got some serious pipes! :p
That is the ongoing fad for ricers in Japan. As compared to Japan, this is nothing.......
D1ESEL
04-24-2016, 07:47 PM
Still waiting for my ZHP to be done at paint and for my M3 to get here!
BMWCurves
04-24-2016, 09:23 PM
Finished up almost everything I planned to do for my sister's car before I hand it off to the mechanic. Did the front struts with new Konis and put new Redline MTL fluid in the transmission.
BADCLOWN
04-25-2016, 11:13 AM
Took the car out of the garage and car cover today and drove to The BMW Store in Cinci for headlight lens seals. The dealership is under full remodel slated for completion in July, can't wait to see what it looks like.
Then drove to Enthusaist Auto and paroosed the lot and some of their inventory, dreaming of a trade in.
Came home and swapped out fender markers for smoked ones with new Amber bulbs and tryout out the full smoked (housing and glass) corner turns with new Amber bulbs. If I don't like it I'll buy new smoked housing/clear lens corner markers like the ones that came on the car when I bought it.
Going tomorrow to have a tint issue fixed (free) and getting a windshield tint banner ($30)
BADCLOWN
04-25-2016, 11:14 AM
The tail pipes on that TT are beyond embarrassing and hideous
Took the car out of the garage and car cover today and drove to The BMW Store in Cinci for headlight lens seals. The dealership is under full remodel slated for completion in July, can't wait to see what it looks like.
Then drove to Enthusaist Auto and paroosed the lot and some of their inventory, dreaming of a trade in.
Came home and swapped out fender markers for smoked ones with new Amber bulbs and tryout out the full smoked (housing and glass) corner turns with new Amber bulbs. If I don't like it I'll buy new smoked housing/clear lens corner markers like the ones that came on the car when I bought it.
Going tomorrow to have a tint issue fixed (free) and getting a windshield tint banner ($30)
BMW of Cincinnati?? A friend of mine had a ppi done there for a Zhp which he ended up buying... They seem like nice and friendly folks...
BADCLOWN
04-25-2016, 12:03 PM
Any time I've needed anything they've been good to me. My dads 2011 550i had some serious mechanical issues (under warranty) and each time it was there they were more than helpful.
New building should be nice/bigger according to their parts guy.
Dr Dynamite
04-25-2016, 04:51 PM
Front koni fsd struts and trw endings, feels like it wants to drive all day
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Rovert
04-25-2016, 07:22 PM
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Changed the diff fluid and 4oz of friction modifier!
Sockethead
04-26-2016, 04:24 AM
I thought modifier wasn't necessary. You getting some chattering?
Aeternalis
04-26-2016, 04:47 AM
Went to the dealership this morning for a DME update. Chickened out when the service advisor mentioned that flashing might brick it. Ugh. I need a car (and $1500...) right now much more than something purely elective. Oh well. I think I will just be installing a sprint booster and calling it a day until I can afford to take chances with the car's computer. Shark injector will have to wait.
Also installed the Weisslicht smoked LED side markers!
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Went to the dealership this morning for a DME update. Chickened out when the service advisor mentioned that flashing might brick it. Ugh. I need a car (and $1500...) right now much more than something purely elective. Oh well. I think I will just be installing a sprint booster and calling it a day until I can afford to take chances with the car's computer. Shark injector will have to wait.
Also installed the Weisslicht smoked LED side markers!
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So if the dealership bricks it, they are not going to pay for it?
Aeternalis
04-26-2016, 05:15 AM
So if the dealership bricks it, they are not going to pay for it?
Nope.
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Damn...
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slater
04-26-2016, 06:03 AM
Find another dealership
my dealer told me the same thing. it's understandable.
Aeternalis
04-26-2016, 06:22 AM
my dealer told me the same thing. it's understandable.
Yep. The reflash is completely elective and not a part of any other service they're performing on the car. It's a known issue. I believe the official BMW laptop software even yells at the tech that there's a potential for the flashing operation to brick the computer.
Even the Shark Injector warns that something may go south during its reprogramming and you'd have to replace the DME out of your own pocket. Finicky little bugger it seems.
Sockethead
04-26-2016, 06:53 AM
The dealership bricked my DME during the 4k dip update. They replaced it under warranty. It took them a month to get it done. I had a nice 335 for a loaner so I didn't really care
Rovert
04-26-2016, 07:08 AM
I thought modifier wasn't necessary. You getting some chattering?
It's just to mirror the percentage that BMW uses in their expensive OEM LSD fluid for a proper functioning diff lock up. It's approx 4.6% so 4oz is just a tad higher ratio for the 1.1L LSD fluid capacity.
Friction modifier is not needed in a BMW open diff normally.
Sockethead
04-26-2016, 08:12 AM
Have a clutch type LSD.
BADCLOWN
04-26-2016, 08:34 AM
Makes no sense if BMW doesn't replace your DME for bricking it. Honest to god joke and makes zero sense
az3579
04-26-2016, 10:38 AM
Makes no sense if BMW doesn't replace your DME for bricking it. Honest to god joke and makes zero sense
Well considering it's not a recall and isn't something that's mandatory, I don't blame them for not covering it. Would you cover a bricked DME on something the customer asks you to do for them that isn't necessary?
It's one of the reasons why I tell people I don't know of the risks when I do coding for them. "I'm not responsible".
terraphantm
04-26-2016, 10:38 AM
It's just to mirror the percentage that BMW uses in their expensive OEM LSD fluid for a proper functioning diff lock up. It's approx 4.6% so 4oz is just a tad higher ratio for the 1.1L LSD fluid capacity.
Friction modifier is not needed in a BMW open diff normally.
I ended up using the SAF-XJ without any extra friction modifier when I changed my diff fluid last time around, so far no chattering. I figured if it started chattering I'll use the BMW stuff, but otherwise I don't want to inhibit any of the locking action.
terraphantm
04-26-2016, 10:41 AM
Went to the dealership this morning for a DME update. Chickened out when the service advisor mentioned that flashing might brick it. Ugh. I need a car (and $1500...) right now much more than something purely elective. Oh well. I think I will just be installing a sprint booster and calling it a day until I can afford to take chances with the car's computer. Shark injector will have to wait.
Also installed the Weisslicht smoked LED side markers!
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The risk is pretty minimal; even if it bricks it's usually recoverable. If you're at all concerned, mail me the DME when you have a couple days when you don't need the car; I can flash it on my bench.
BADCLOWN
04-26-2016, 10:47 AM
Absolutely if it was to correct a faulty issue with a vehicle i.e. The 4K dip
Rovert
04-26-2016, 01:03 PM
I ended up using the SAF-XJ without any extra friction modifier when I changed my diff fluid last time around, so far no chattering. I figured if it started chattering I'll use the BMW stuff, but otherwise I don't want to inhibit any of the locking action.
Yeah. I'll see how this goes. After a nice easy 20 mins drive home, I tackled the low speed curves in my area and the back slid out nice and easy when my right foot made the orders. Not sure if it's placebo but it felt like the lock up happened just a split second earlier making for a more fluid/direct feeling. LOL. It's probably in my head. The old fluid only came out dark transparent brown instead of black like my friends car was.
D1ESEL
04-27-2016, 07:31 AM
Just had these emailed to me. Now if my car would ever get back from the bodyshop I would be a happy camper:shift
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BADCLOWN
04-27-2016, 07:52 AM
Looks stellar, I got the same and can't wait to put them all in the car
theothersawyer
04-27-2016, 08:03 AM
My friend is borrowing my ZHP this week! So I haven't done anything for it, except miss it! :(
When I asked for my car back, he told me no! I pretty much had to pry the keys from his hand!
09mageec
04-27-2016, 08:10 AM
It looks SO good. I need to stop waiting and just get my wheel wrapped already! He does make them thicker upon request right? I'd like to compare the difference!
D1ESEL
04-27-2016, 09:08 AM
Oh! And I just got word my Style 216's are here :fistpump
Karl Lazlo
04-27-2016, 09:11 AM
Oh! And I just got word my Style 216's are here :fistpump
Niiiiiiice! I have been daydreaming about a set of 8.5" staggered for my car when I first saw that post of yours.
Thank you, you are helping me spend money.
D1ESEL
04-27-2016, 10:10 AM
It looks SO good. I need to stop waiting and just get my wheel wrapped already! He does make them thicker upon request right? I'd like to compare the difference!
Yes I believe so. I will be doing my E90 M3 wheel as well.
Niiiiiiice! I have been daydreaming about a set of 8.5" staggered for my car when I first saw that post of yours.
Thank you, you are helping me spend money.
No problem :)
I need to order up some tires and get them mounted
Whammy
04-27-2016, 05:06 PM
Just had these emailed to me. Now if my car would ever get back from the bodyshop I would be a happy camper:shift
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Saaaweet!
anandoc
04-28-2016, 03:35 PM
Been a while since I have done any 'car stuff' with my move from Ottawa to Toronto and all that.
Used NCS Expert to code the parking lights to stay off when the headlights are on (SIDEMARKER_US = nicht_aktiv) and also coded the IKE (PA SOFT) to not warn me when the temps are below 3C. That alert is so annoying - passengers often wonder whether something just went wrong with the car.
Dr Dynamite
04-28-2016, 04:34 PM
Picked up an AFE drop in filter and installed it, super hard job 😉. . Paid 25$ for it
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BMWCurves
04-28-2016, 06:55 PM
Been a while since I have done any 'car stuff' with my move from Ottawa to Toronto and all that.
Used NCS Expert to code the parking lights to stay off when the headlights are on (SIDEMARKER_US = nicht_aktiv) and also coded the IKE (PA SOFT) to not warn me when the temps are below 3C. That alert is so annoying - passengers often wonder whether something just went wrong with the car.
It always makes my heart skip a beat, silently think "f*ck, what went wrong?", and then see that it's 37F out and sigh some relief. Coded it out for that reason.
ELCID86
04-29-2016, 12:47 PM
Sold Colin's car and interior to a local guy (John) who plans to put her back on the road. I wish him luck and hope he'll start a project thread here.
Saw this "M" as I was leaving the lot :-(
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BMWCurves
04-29-2016, 02:32 PM
Sad. How's Colin liking the...I want to say, TSX?
ELCID86
04-29-2016, 02:53 PM
Sad. How's Colin liking the...I want to say, TSX?
Seems to like it a lot. Especially in the DC traffic.
cakM3
04-29-2016, 05:30 PM
I purchased new Hankook Ventus V12's for my M3 today. 245/40 18 front and 275/35 18 rears...
I was looking at those tires and then read reviews and the testing tire rack did. Decided to pass.
Sockethead
04-29-2016, 06:13 PM
I was looking at those tires and then read reviews and the testing tire rack did. Decided to pass.
Huh? Did they change something? I've been running them for years... Excellent budget tire...
Huh? Did they change something? I've been running them for years... Excellent budget tire...
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/testDisplay.jsp?ttid=190
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/testDisplay.jsp?ttid=190
I am still tempted to try them for the wife's car due to price. $442 for a set of 4.
Sockethead
04-29-2016, 08:27 PM
I think of my hankooks were the original evo. Not the evo2. I can't check my car right now because I'm out of town for the weekend. However, I don't think that review is that bad. Especially at that price point...
cakM3
04-30-2016, 12:25 AM
I think of my hankooks were the original evo. Not the evo2. I can't check my car right now because I'm out of town for the weekend. However, I don't think that review is that bad. Especially at that price point...
Mine were the original evo and I have been very pleased with them in both wet and dry road conditions. I'm in agreement with Rob regarding reviews on this tire.
I didn't like the mushy sidewall. But the price point was always good
cakM3
04-30-2016, 11:49 AM
I gave my ZHP a good washing while at my friend's house today...awesome day to work on the car. Also installed my carbon fiber rear diffuser panel :drevil
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Although my brother experienced some snow in Ft Collins, Colorado today...
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He was not a happy camper this morning...
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ELCID86
04-30-2016, 12:17 PM
Tie rods and rear trailing arm bushings. My Koch tool came in handy!
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egiles14
04-30-2016, 12:20 PM
I've been slowly replacing all of the suspension components and bushings over the past three months, and last night I replaced the final pieces...the tie rod assemblies with new boots and clamps. It was now finally time for the 4 wheel alignment I have been patiently waiting to get since I purchased the car in January. Unfortunately, all of the places within an hour drive refuse to align BMW's, as they say they don't have the proper tools or weights for the interior to do it properly.
The closest BMW dealer wanted $209 for an alignment...no thank you. The only other BMW dealer in my area-which is 80 miles away-had a coupon for a $129 4 wheel alignment. I arrived at 9:30 this morning and the car was ready before 10:30. The car had not been aligned in probably two years, and I was interested to see how close I had come to getting everything back to what it was after replacing the RTABs, and all the front suspension components (minus the control arms, which are less than 2 years old). Surprisingly, even though the settings were off, they weren't nearly as off as I thought they would be. Still, having it properly aligned makes such a difference in the way the car feels, drives, and helps to alleviate some of the tire noise issues I had been experiencing.
terraphantm
04-30-2016, 12:24 PM
Tie rods and rear trailing arm bushings. My Koch tool came in handy!
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Looks a decent bit better built than my bimmerworld tool (which broke with about 3mm left in pressing the last bushing in).
ELCID86
04-30-2016, 12:26 PM
That sucks. Yeah it's pretty solid but worried me a few times with groaning and popping. I think it was mostly the bushing but that's a lot of pressure on the components.
ELCID86
04-30-2016, 12:29 PM
Thanks. Beer time.
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Ssparrow
04-30-2016, 01:23 PM
Took out the dreaded CDV, and installed the clutch stop mod! Super cheap and easy! I can't believe I waited this long to do these 2 mods. Completely transforms the way the car shifts. Love it!
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ELCID86
04-30-2016, 01:46 PM
Nice work. Everyone should follow suit.
Ssparrow
04-30-2016, 02:10 PM
Nice work. Everyone should follow suit.
Agreed! 1st-2nd shifts are so much smoother!
wsmeyer
04-30-2016, 03:33 PM
Nice work. Everyone should follow suit.
Or use the correct DOT4LV brake fluid and let the clutch, ABS and DSC systems work as they were designed.
ELCID86
04-30-2016, 03:51 PM
Or use the correct DOT4LV brake fluid and let the clutch, ABS and DSC systems work as they were designed.
Nah.
wsmeyer
04-30-2016, 04:05 PM
Lol
What fun would that be? I guess
D1ESEL
04-30-2016, 04:57 PM
Steering wheel showed up in the mail today. Anyone on the fence needs to get it done!
az3579
04-30-2016, 05:06 PM
I was looking at those tires and then read reviews and the testing tire rack did. Decided to pass.
Huh? Did they change something? I've been running them for years... Excellent budget tire...
I've had a set of these. Unlike Charlie, I was not impressed. For street use, they were "ok". They were a bit noisy if I remember correctly, and grip wasn't as good as my S-04's. For the price you pay for them, they're good.
I had to take them on the track once since my track wheels weren't available. The tread blocks started chunking. Grip kind of sucked. They were ok in the wet as well.
These are most definitely a "you get what you pay for" tire. They're not bad, not excellent, but right in between.
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az3579
04-30-2016, 05:07 PM
Today, PSS10 coilovers went in.
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I've had a set of these. Unlike Charlie, I was not impressed. For street use, they were "ok". They were a bit noisy if I remember correctly, and grip wasn't as good as my S-04's. For the price you pay for them, they're good.
I had to take them on the track once since my track wheels weren't available. The tread blocks started chunking. Grip kind of sucked. They were ok in the wet as well.
These are most definitely a "you get what you pay for" tire. They're not bad, not excellent, but right in between.
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I bought a full set of them today. The ones I got are the second generation (evo2). Came out to be $452 shipped which is $150 cheaper then the s04. I like those but the cost difference made me want to try these.
We shall see how they are. Sometimes trying out new tires is kinda fun.
cakM3
04-30-2016, 05:28 PM
I've had a set of these. Unlike Charlie, I was not impressed. For street use, they were "ok". They were a bit noisy if I remember correctly, and grip wasn't as good as my S-04's. For the price you pay for them, they're good.
I had to take them on the track once since my track wheels weren't available. The tread blocks started chunking. Grip kind of sucked. They were ok in the wet as well.
These are most definitely a "you get what you pay for" tire. They're not bad, not excellent, but right in between.
Strictly for street driving the Hankook Ventus V12's are excellent tires... For track I would go with something like Michelin Pilot Sport Cup+ / N-SPEC tires (lots of money for these though)...
slater
04-30-2016, 06:23 PM
Tie rods and rear trailing arm bushings. My Koch tool came in handy!
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160430/6f5ade8ecf9f461c1223628a2e91dd87.jpg
sweet! love it.
Looks a decent bit better built than my bimmerworld tool (which broke with about 3mm left in pressing the last bushing in).
it's the best tool i own. it can do almost any bushing on any car.
Today, PSS10 coilovers went in.
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aaaaaand....?
Strictly for street driving the Hankook Ventus V12's are excellent tires... For track I would go with something like Michelin Pilot Sport Cup+ / N-SPEC tires (lots of money for these though)...
Didn't you just buy a new set ?
terraphantm
04-30-2016, 10:47 PM
Or use the correct DOT4LV brake fluid and let the clutch, ABS and DSC systems work as they were designed.
Eh, even with DOT4LV (or DOT5.1 which is also low viscosity), the CDV is quite noticeable. Switching back and forth between the M3 and ZHP was quite irritating until I decided to remove the CDV on the ZHP (and for whatever it's worth, I didn't replace the line, and I had already done brake fluid with low viscosity fluid shortly before deciding to remove the CDV a few days later).
Strictly for street driving the Hankook Ventus V12's are excellent tires... For track I would go with something like Michelin Pilot Sport Cup+ / N-SPEC tires (lots of money for these though)...
For strictly street driving, you may as well go with Pilot Sport A/S 3s instead of a cheap summer tire. Grips about as well as the PS2s, last way longer than any summer tire, and is useable on the odd cold day.
ELCID86
05-01-2016, 03:29 AM
sweet! love it.
it's the best tool i own. it can do almost any bushing on any car.
The only ones I couldn't get to with it are the two smaller diff bushings.
Tie rods and rear trailing arm bushings. My Koch tool came in handy!
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Nice! Planning to replace the rtab's on my car sometime this year, will rent the tool from you if it's still available...
trancenation
05-01-2016, 09:56 AM
Crossed to the dark side and got myself sharked :jump
ELCID86
05-01-2016, 10:19 AM
Nice! Planning to replace the rtab's on my car sometime this year, will rent the tool from you if it's still available...
Sounds good. Not a bad job. Let me know.
ELCID86
05-01-2016, 12:00 PM
Repaired fog lights that got trashed at track day (thanks the the tech support Charlie!).
Decided to try the covers I purchased but never installed.
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cakM3
05-01-2016, 03:19 PM
Awesome Shawn!! Love the fog covers! Glad I could help with your fog light issues [emoji1360]
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BMWCurves
05-01-2016, 08:31 PM
Crossed to the dark side and got myself sharked :jump
Thoughts? The change wasn't too noticeable for me, but there is a small (positive) difference.
trancenation
05-01-2016, 11:48 PM
I could tell a difference in the throttle response and a little bit more pep in the 3.5k+ range. In particular when switching pedal positions abruptly I would usually get some hesitiation, however now I feel a smooth transition from abrupt change in pedal positions. Dead spots are also slightly reduced.
Thoughts? The change wasn't too noticeable for me, but there is a small (positive) difference.
az3579
05-02-2016, 03:42 AM
I could tell a difference in the throttle response and a little bit more pep in the 3.5k+ range. In particular when switching pedal positions abruptly I would usually get some hesitiation, however now I feel a smooth transition from abrupt change in pedal positions. Dead spots are also slightly reduced.
I felt those changes initially, but with things like abrupt pedal change hesitation, that came right back for me and eventually felt no different. Perhaps my car was relearning or something when it was smooth, because every time I do a throttle adaptation reset, it's perfect for an hour or so and then goes back to choppiness...
I'm curious to see if yours stays good.
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johnrando
05-02-2016, 08:19 AM
Crossed to the dark side and got myself sharked :jump
Cool.
Rovert
05-02-2016, 12:20 PM
A part of Colin's car lives on in the M....
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Damian
05-02-2016, 01:12 PM
Found out the culprit in my horrible sound system. The rear parcel left side sub and both mid bass speakers were blown. Replaced the sub with an extra I had around and fixed the mids. Luckily the tear was outside the leaf so a little shoe goo went a long way. We'll see how long it holds up...
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ZacharyMikel
05-02-2016, 02:39 PM
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It's finals week, but next week all of these bad boys are going on the ZHP.
ELCID86
05-02-2016, 03:55 PM
A part of Colin's car lives on in the M....
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Looks good!
And John is making progress on Colin's old car too!
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az3579
05-02-2016, 05:19 PM
Looks good!
And John is making progress on Colin's old car too!
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My friend is inquiring about the 6-speed tranny and flywheel... I don't recall if you said he's parting or fixing.
ELCID86
05-02-2016, 05:25 PM
My friend is inquiring about the 6-speed tranny and flywheel... I don't recall if you said he's parting or fixing.
He's repairing it. And hopes to join here and start a project thread.
cakM3
05-02-2016, 06:12 PM
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Thanks Trevor for posting this pic of your engine bay! I now have my black G.A.S. 1.2 Bar Coolant Cap on order for my M3. :thumbsup
ELCID86
05-03-2016, 04:24 AM
I guess I should have asked more for it! ;-)
Glad it has a good home.
slater
05-03-2016, 04:36 AM
My friend is inquiring about the 6-speed tranny and flywheel... I don't recall if you said he's parting or fixing.
i might have one available soon. will know more by the weekend.
FungShui
05-03-2016, 06:54 AM
25641
BMWP Intake
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BMWP Intake
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How does it compare to Gruppe M?
FungShui
05-03-2016, 07:08 AM
How does it compare to Gruppe M?
Still need to install either intakes. Been swamped with work but when I get chance i will post a video of the three intakes.
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Rovert
05-03-2016, 07:55 AM
I guess I should have asked more for it! ;-)
Glad it has a good home.
With Charlie it doesn't matter if it was $200. He'd be buying it if it's not on his car. Haha
cakM3
05-03-2016, 08:07 AM
With Charlie it doesn't matter if it was $200. He'd be buying it if it's not on his car. Haha
Trevor, I appreciate your faith to what extent I would go to in order to get a desirable part to put on my car but for a G.A.S. 1.2 Bar expansion tank cap, I won't spend $200 when I know how much these go for ;) Love the comment though! :p However with that said... I have spent a few grand for the OEM CSL door panels that are in my ///M....
cakM3
05-03-2016, 11:18 AM
Getting new tires (full set) for my M3 today. Refreshing with new Hankook Ventus V12's today.
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Getting new tires (full set) for my M3 today. Refreshing with new Hankook Ventus V12's today.
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These are the Evo2 correct?
cakM3
05-03-2016, 12:21 PM
These are the Evo2 correct?
They are Evo2's
They are Evo2's
Nice. Mine should be here early next week.
cakM3
05-03-2016, 01:17 PM
Nice. Mine should be here early next week.
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Here they are mounted and ready to go [emoji1360][emoji41] Now that I have fresh rubber, both cars are ready for long-distance road trips :drevil
cakM3
05-03-2016, 03:55 PM
I might have some big changes coming up in my garage..... too soon to spill the beans at the moment though....:blink
brettbimmer
05-03-2016, 04:10 PM
I might have some big changes coming up in my garage..... too soon to spill the beans at the moment though....:blink
What? When is the Unimog getting delivered? [emoji16]
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slater
05-04-2016, 04:46 AM
What? When is the Unimog getting delivered? [emoji16]
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unimog! awesome.
fredo
05-04-2016, 05:22 AM
Charlie, did I hear you bought this one ?
Unimog (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11348-Project-UNIMOG&highlight=unimog)
cakM3
05-04-2016, 05:49 AM
Charlie, did I hear you bought this one ?
Unimog (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?11348-Project-UNIMOG&highlight=unimog)
funny fredo.....funny......hehe......
D1ESEL
05-04-2016, 07:24 AM
Amazing news today!
My M3 arrives in Washington today and it will be put on a truck and should be here by mid next week. Also my ZHP should be ready to be picked up today from the body shop!
AggieBlake
05-04-2016, 09:43 AM
"Reunited and it feels so good" - I can finally work the clutch pedal again. What a day! First time to drive her since surgery.
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slater
05-04-2016, 09:58 AM
congrats blake!!
fredo
05-04-2016, 10:28 AM
+1. Just in time to get a rental due to airbag recalls !
AggieBlake
05-04-2016, 11:52 AM
Yeah... I think I'm just going to take my chances. My commute is very short and I can't stomach a year in a corolla. I've got track days and summer autoX coming up, too.
BADCLOWN
05-04-2016, 01:44 PM
Such a tease charlie
cakM3
05-04-2016, 01:49 PM
Such a tease charlie
if you only knew Jacob.....if you only knew.... ;)
BADCLOWN
05-04-2016, 02:41 PM
I'd like to know Charlie, I'd like to know :like
cakM3
05-04-2016, 03:00 PM
I'd like to know Charlie, I'd like to know :like
I will reveal here when the time is right ;)
orange260z
05-04-2016, 05:07 PM
I might have some big changes coming up in my garage..... too soon to spill the beans at the moment though....:blink
Have Justin and I convinced you to go... PORSCHE? :ninja
orange260z
05-04-2016, 05:10 PM
Washed the "Green Monster" (that's what my assistant calls it, she loves cars) for the first time this season.
I've booked a full paint correction and QQuartz appointment for the end of the month. I'm waiting until the new (to me) freshly-refinished Carrera Sport wheels are CQuartzed at the same appointment before installing them. I'm really excited about the new look!
Washed the "Green Monster" (that's what my assistant calls it, she loves cars) for the first time this season.
I've booked a full paint correction and QQuartz appointment for the end of the month. I'm waiting until the new (to me) freshly-refinished Carrera Sport wheels are CQuartzed at the same appointment before installing them. I'm really excited about the new look!
Need pics lol
ELCID86
05-04-2016, 05:39 PM
Need pics lol
Yep.
theothersawyer
05-04-2016, 07:55 PM
Put on some Bosch Icon wipers! But I couldn't just do that! Removed the wiper arms and painted them so they are nice and black again! Then I gave the car a wash and wax!
D1ESEL
05-04-2016, 09:05 PM
Have Justin and I convinced you to go... PORSCHE? :ninja
997.2 GT3 is next on the list for me when I get bored of the e90 M3 :)
BADCLOWN
05-05-2016, 12:18 AM
^^^^^^^stellar car. Driven a few and love them. Super pure driving experience
cakM3
05-05-2016, 01:50 AM
Have Justin and I convinced you to go... PORSCHE? :ninja
Wouldn't that be nice??? ;) I have never driven a 997 but hope to find out someday... ;)
orange260z
05-05-2016, 03:48 AM
Need pics lol
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Oops. Wheels didn't come out so clean. It was pitch dark so I was using the force, but I guess I'm more Han Solo than Luke Skywalker [emoji15]
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Oops. Wheels didn't come out so clean. It was pitch dark so I was using the force, but I guess I'm more Han Solo than Luke Skywalker [emoji15]
Looks quite similar to Oxford green... What does Porsche call it?
slater
05-05-2016, 04:33 AM
Looks quite similar to Oxford green... What does Porsche call it?
based on ayan's sig... i'd say "Porsche Racing Green." ;) (that is really what it's called.)
cakM3
05-05-2016, 04:38 AM
http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160505/14e51142752fa152920c7bd2fa947988.jpg
Oops. Wheels didn't come out so clean. It was pitch dark so I was using the force, but I guess I'm more Han Solo than Luke Skywalker [emoji15]
Looks good Ayan ! :thumbsup
D1ESEL
05-05-2016, 04:43 AM
^^^^^^^stellar car. Driven a few and love them. Super pure driving experience
I would agree. They drive like nothing else on the road and I think a GT3 is the only proper replacement for an e90 M3. I love the styling and comfort of the 991 but I feel I would get bored with the PDK just like I am with the S-Tronic in my S4.
based on ayan's sig... i'd say "Porsche Racing Green." ;) (that is really what it's called.)
Ahh, Tapatalk doesn't show signatures...
Looks and sounds familiar to British racing green too
orange260z
05-05-2016, 07:08 AM
Looks quite similar to Oxford green... What does Porsche call it?
Porsche Racing Green - it's a very metallic racing green, so in bright sunlight it can look almost turquoise. Discreet but rich and different.
I would agree. They drive like nothing else on the road and I think a GT3 is the only proper replacement for an e90 M3. I love the styling and comfort of the 991 but I feel I would get bored with the PDK just like I am with the S-Tronic in my S4.
997!
Porsche Racing Green - it's a very metallic racing green, so in bright sunlight it can look almost turquoise. Discreet but rich and different.
Nice!
ELCID86
05-05-2016, 07:42 AM
Put on some Bosch Icon wipers! But I couldn't just do that! Removed the wiper arms and painted them so they are nice and black again! Then I gave the car a wash and wax!
My arms need that.
09mageec
05-05-2016, 08:34 AM
Removed the wiper arms and painted them so they are nice and black again!
Can I ask you what you used for paint, and maybe a pic of how they came out?
anandoc
05-05-2016, 08:42 AM
Porsche Racing Green - it's a very metallic racing green, so in bright sunlight it can look almost turquoise. Discreet but rich and different.
They allow you to post to ZHPmafia from work? Great use of my tax dollars :)
Glad to see that you are still hanging around here. Did you ever convince Alex to sign up over here?
cakM3
05-05-2016, 12:08 PM
Today I installed my new G.A.S. 1.2 Bar coolant cap on my M3 :)
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Just for comparison this was my original coolant cap....
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Thanks Trevor for posting your pic. If I didn't see that pic I would never have ordered this for my M3 :thumbsup
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theothersawyer
05-05-2016, 01:45 PM
My arms need that.
I wasn't planning on it and then I saw how bad they looked!
Can I ask you what you used for paint, and maybe a pic of how they came out?
I was going to just use satin black, because I had it sitting in the garage. As I went to grab the can I noticed a fresh can of trim paint that my dad had bought, so I used that! They came out great! I'll go take pictures in a bit!
orange260z
05-05-2016, 04:11 PM
^^^^^^^stellar car. Driven a few and love them. Super pure driving experience
The most "super-pure driving experience" was my 1970 911T with S suspension and 2.7 RS motor. Racing-layout 5 speed with dog-leg first, 2100lbs. Ants had to be afraid of the front spoiler, it was almost as low as Charlie's M3!!! ;)
cakM3
05-05-2016, 04:52 PM
The most "super-pure driving experience" was my 1970 911T with S suspension and 2.7 RS motor. Racing-layout 5 speed with dog-leg first, 2100lbs. Ants had to be afraid of the front spoiler, it was almost as low as Charlie's M3!!! ;)
Nice Ayan!!! :thumbsup
theothersawyer
05-05-2016, 06:25 PM
No before photos, but they were pretty bad! I am very happy with the results and the trim paint worked great!
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m231/GaAsSlugger22/0B56E71E-E9EB-4385-8016-B7D2D180484E_zpsvm9swzy9.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/GaAsSlugger22/media/0B56E71E-E9EB-4385-8016-B7D2D180484E_zpsvm9swzy9.jpg.html)
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m231/GaAsSlugger22/89B84369-CCEF-4AD7-9B13-AD50E9AEC228_zpscqkhrhgd.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/GaAsSlugger22/media/89B84369-CCEF-4AD7-9B13-AD50E9AEC228_zpscqkhrhgd.jpg.html)
az3579
05-05-2016, 07:27 PM
No before photos, but they were pretty bad! I am very happy with the results and the trim paint worked great!
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m231/GaAsSlugger22/0B56E71E-E9EB-4385-8016-B7D2D180484E_zpsvm9swzy9.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/GaAsSlugger22/media/0B56E71E-E9EB-4385-8016-B7D2D180484E_zpsvm9swzy9.jpg.html)
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m231/GaAsSlugger22/89B84369-CCEF-4AD7-9B13-AD50E9AEC228_zpscqkhrhgd.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/GaAsSlugger22/media/89B84369-CCEF-4AD7-9B13-AD50E9AEC228_zpscqkhrhgd.jpg.html)
I like it! I would do the same, but I know that with my luck, it'll chip in no time. Wish I had more backroads to work with and not shitty highways that they've dug up and still haven't paved. :(
I must have acquired 10% of my car's rock chips just from the past couple of weeks from this damn repaving project!
Sockethead
05-05-2016, 07:36 PM
One reason I'm glad to leave the NE
D1ESEL
05-05-2016, 08:21 PM
IT'S BACK!!!
Pics on 216's when I get tires and get the ride height adjusted and the car aligned!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7537/26776790221_93e1e3394f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GNb3QV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GNb3QV) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7687/26810096116_304b3c7661_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GR7Kwu)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GR7Kwu) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
theothersawyer
05-05-2016, 08:39 PM
I like it! I would do the same, but I know that with my luck, it'll chip in no time. Wish I had more backroads to work with and not shitty highways that they've dug up and still haven't paved. :(
I must have acquired 10% of my car's rock chips just from the past couple of weeks from this damn repaving project!
It takes maybe 20 minutes to do and that includes the time it takes for the paint to dry and to put everything away! Just do it!
BADCLOWN
05-06-2016, 01:39 AM
The most "super-pure driving experience" was my 1970 911T with S suspension and 2.7 RS motor. Racing-layout 5 speed with dog-leg first, 2100lbs. Ants had to be afraid of the front spoiler, it was almost as low as Charlie's M3!!! ;)
PICS
09mageec
05-06-2016, 02:28 AM
It takes maybe 20 minutes to do and that includes the time it takes for the paint to dry and to put everything away! Just do it!
It looks great!!! Where can I get "trim paint"?
theothersawyer
05-06-2016, 05:06 AM
Autozone or Home Depot have it! It's made by Dupli-Color! https://www.google.com/shopping/product/5797661100818216939?lsf=seller:8740,store:56226961 98137453064&prds=oid:2003612466654459792&q=trim+and+bumper+paint&hl=en-us&ei=6ZYsV560Mob1mAGbzpC4DA&lsft=cm_mmc:Shopping-_-LIAs-_-D24-_-203815260
BMWCurves
05-06-2016, 07:38 AM
IT'S BACK!!!
Pics on 216's when I get tires and get the ride height adjusted and the car aligned!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7537/26776790221_93e1e3394f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GNb3QV)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GNb3QV) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7687/26810096116_304b3c7661_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GR7Kwu)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GR7Kwu) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
Looks good! What's up with your grille on the roof?
das boots
05-06-2016, 07:42 AM
I like it! I would do the same, but I know that with my luck, it'll chip in no time. Wish I had more backroads to work with and not shitty highways that they've dug up and still haven't paved. :(
I must have acquired 10% of my car's rock chips just from the past couple of weeks from this damn repaving project!
You should see the front of my ZHP. Lower bumper and splitters. Pock marked like the moon. Got worse after my return from a Vegas trip.
Rovert
05-06-2016, 08:04 AM
Looks good! What's up with your grille on the roof?
It's the new air vent mod when you open the sunroof!!
D1ESEL
05-06-2016, 09:32 AM
Looks good! What's up with your grille on the roof?
I just picked it up from the body shop last night and need to get a new Roundel and put the grills in it still :)
Got the whole front end resprayed (hood, bumper, fenders) as well as the rear bumper from cars tapping it and the passenger side rear quarter from a bit of rust that was forming. I just need to do some detail work now to get a lot of the dust and compound off of things!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7706/26786560041_ae5f63fdf6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GP3856)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GP3856) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
az3579
05-06-2016, 09:35 AM
Looks amazing! Would you mind sharing what that kind of work cost? I was actually looking at exactly the same work getting done on my car, but haven't a clue where the pricing would fall. I have to find a top notch body shop first before I can even start asking for quotes...
theothersawyer
05-06-2016, 11:12 AM
I'm interested too! I want to respray the front end of mine as wel!
D1ESEL
05-06-2016, 12:47 PM
I have an amazing local middle aged guy that is a one man operation behind his house, shop, paint booth everything and he did it for $1,200 cash. He usually does work for a dealership by him as well as restorations but he squeezed me in.
He previously worked for arguably one of the best body shops in the twin cities for 14+ years then decided to branch off on his own. His work is top notch and I would recommend him to anyone. Everything matches perfectly down to the correct orange peel texture of the OEM paint. He really knows what he is doing.
For just the quarter and rear bumper alone I was getting quotes in the $1,100-2,400 range from 3 other shops.....
I have an amazing local middle aged guy that is a one man operation behind his house, shop, paint booth everything and he did it for $1,200 cash. He usually does work for a dealership by him as well as restorations but he squeezed me in.
He previously worked for arguably one of the best body shops in the twin cities for 14+ years then decided to branch off on his own. His work is top notch and I would recommend him to anyone. Everything matches perfectly down to the correct orange peel texture of the OEM paint. He really knows what he is doing.
For just the quarter and rear bumper alone I was getting quotes in the $1,100-2,400 range from 3 other shops.....
Sounds like my body guy.
I also paid $1250 for the front clip and rear bumper respray on my Imola Sedan.
az3579
05-06-2016, 01:29 PM
Damn dudes. Everything locally is going to be much more than that, I just know it. The northeast is ridiculous for pricing. I've got to find "that guy" that you guys describe, but in my area!
fredo
05-06-2016, 01:33 PM
I have a good, reasonable body shop close to my home. My Indy recommended it to me.
Johnmadd
05-06-2016, 01:42 PM
Sounds like my body guy.
I also paid $1250 for the front clip and rear bumper respray on my Imola Sedan.
Man, do you think I could get a deal with him like that?
Man, do you think I could get a deal with him like that?
Most likely yes. He is pretty big with the s2000 guys that live in Nova. Usually they drive the car down and drop it off with him.
He works as a painted for an aviation company and on the side fixes and paints cars.
Johnmadd
05-06-2016, 02:11 PM
Most likely yes. He is pretty big with the s2000 guys that live in Nova. Usually they drive the car down and drop it off with him.
He works as a painted for an aviation company and on the side fixes and paints cars.
I will definitely have to consider this at a time in the somewhat near future. Thanks Vas!
cakM3
05-07-2016, 01:19 AM
In preparation for another project I have in mind....I paid off my M3 last night. More to follow folks :drevil
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Karl Lazlo
05-07-2016, 03:10 AM
In preparation for another project I have in mind....I paid off my M3 last night. More to follow folks
<insert evil grin here>
D1ESEL
05-07-2016, 12:19 PM
Shout out to JConlin for helping me put my new wheel in my ZHP!
Just got word my E90 M3 will be here on Wednesday also. :rockon
az3579
05-07-2016, 02:19 PM
Replaced both front outer tie rods and boots, changed tranny and diff fluids, and raised the rear of the car some more. Also swapped out my wiper blades.
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ELCID86
05-07-2016, 03:50 PM
Busy day BP. Glad the rain is gone for a while! Alignment next? (I'm scheduled for one on Sat).
L0veZHP
05-07-2016, 05:09 PM
25670 looks beautiful! received it today. So impressed!
Karl Lazlo
05-07-2016, 05:35 PM
looks beautiful! received it today. So impressed!
WANT!
Johnmadd
05-07-2016, 05:53 PM
25670 looks beautiful! received it today. So impressed!
:thumbsup
Sockethead
05-07-2016, 06:52 PM
Very nice!
az3579
05-07-2016, 07:23 PM
Busy day BP. Glad the rain is gone for a while! Alignment next? (I'm scheduled for one on Sat).
Tomorrow. Getting a lifetime alignment at Firestone.
ELCID86
05-08-2016, 06:12 AM
Tomorrow. Getting a lifetime alignment at Firestone.
Hope they will. Let us know. My local Firestone said they couldn't offer lifetime as other facilities couldn't accommodate BMWs. He wasn't sure if he could but said he'd need to see the car. He did say it needed to be full of gas and weights put in front seat(s).
Whammy
05-08-2016, 07:03 AM
Yesterday while packing up the bikes at the apt, I received a really nice compliment on the ZHP from a guy walking his dog. The car needs a wash badly! Pic of said car with bikes at the house.
http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j226/duraznostj/E46/IMG_20160507_091343_zpsurlkzxil.jpg
D1ESEL
05-08-2016, 07:13 AM
Chilled out with JConlin last night and some friends. There was another ZHP Coupe present but it was in the garage.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7468/26787396182_17bb10b1fb_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GP7pCj)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GP7pCj) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
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cakM3
05-08-2016, 07:24 AM
Since I traded in my M3 for a 2016 Camry, I had no use for my BBS CH wheels I had for my M3 so I sold them this morning. They are going to some very lucky member here in this forum - can't wait to see them on his M3 :thumbsup
D1ESEL
05-08-2016, 07:28 AM
Camry?!? nono
anandoc
05-08-2016, 07:32 AM
More like what I attempted to do today.
Tried to clean my ICV to address some rough idling issues. Was able to remove the cabin air filter assembly, airbox, the upper and lower intake ducts, DISA valve and reach the ICV. However, the ICV would just not come out from the rubber bung that holds it within the intake manifold. Tried wiggling and yanking it many times at all sorts of angles but the rubber bung was holding it pretty well I guess.
Oh and also found out that the brand new DISA valve that I installed in the summer of 2014 is not working at all. The flap is completely loose and seems to be detached from the shaft which connects it to the vacuum pot. :mad
I think I might have to open it up and try to fix it where the shaft connects to the flap inside (kind of like in the pic below - not my pic)
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ozIUtio7UiU/maxresdefault.jpg
I think the ICV and throttle body were pretty dirty as well :( Any tips on what I maybe doing wrong in pulling out the ICV?
http://i.imgur.com/rjt9VKS.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/wZ6wL0v.jpg
cakM3
05-08-2016, 07:34 AM
Camry?!? nono
oh... there will be more changes ahead... :drevil
az3579
05-08-2016, 07:41 AM
Hope they will. Let us know. My local Firestone said they couldn't offer lifetime as other facilities couldn't accommodate BMWs. He wasn't sure if he could but said he'd need to see the car. He did say it needed to be full of gas and weights put in front seat(s).
Never heard any alignment place tell me that before.
oh... there will be more changes ahead... :drevil
:rolleyes
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I would rebuild that disa with a German Auto Solutions kit.
As far as the iacv, you sure you remove the bolts holding it down?
anandoc
05-08-2016, 09:16 AM
I would rebuild that disa with a German Auto Solutions kit.
Yup, looks like that is what I might have to do. I have a vaico disa now so the GAS kit may not work. Should have my old OE DISA lying around...will try on that. But it's crazy that a brand new DISA would fail so soon.
As far as the iacv, you sure you remove the bolts holding it down?
Yup, both the torx bolts were out. I had also removed the bolts from the electrical harness to give it a more clearance. The ICV was moving around when I was yanking at it...it just won't come free.
az3579
05-08-2016, 09:21 AM
But it's crazy that a brand new DISA would fail so soon.
Genuine BMW parts carry a two year warranty. Take advantage!
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I did a g.a.s rebuild on a non bmw disa valve and it was not simple. Had to modify the housing for the kit to work.
If you have a OE BMW disa, rebuild that unit.
Not sure what to suggest about the iacv. Just pull harder or maybe pry it out ?
anandoc
05-08-2016, 10:16 AM
I did a g.a.s rebuild on a non bmw disa valve and it was not simple. Had to modify the housing for the kit to work.
If you have a OE BMW disa, rebuild that unit.
Not sure what to suggest about the iacv. Just pull harder or maybe pry it out ?
Thanks for the tips. I guess I was doing everything right, except maybe lacking in the muscle dept. :) I will give it a shot later in the summer again...with more power :)
Now, off to figuring out DISA rebuild.
Karl Lazlo
05-08-2016, 11:24 AM
A busy bee today. Replaced the RSMs and RTABs, and both camshaft position sensors on my 03 ZSP. 250,689 miles.
http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/20160508_094942_zpstjjdz7ru.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/20160508_094942_zpstjjdz7ru.jpg.html)
WOLFN8TR
05-08-2016, 09:26 PM
A busy bee today. Replaced the RSMs and RTABs, and both camshaft position sensors on my 03 ZSP. 250,689 miles.
http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr216/Karl_Lazlo/Public/20160508_094942_zpstjjdz7ru.jpg (http://s485.photobucket.com/user/Karl_Lazlo/media/Public/20160508_094942_zpstjjdz7ru.jpg.html)
Nice! Did you use the tool to remove the bushings?
Karl Lazlo
05-09-2016, 02:33 AM
Nice! Did you use the tool to remove the bushings?
Certainly did! Made the job so much easier.
cakM3
05-09-2016, 03:26 AM
Certainly did! Made the job so much easier.
...and you still managed to start the troll thing on my M3 project thread... classic! :biggrin
I drove my M3, aka "Ruby Red Camry" to work this morning ;)
D1ESEL
05-09-2016, 05:41 AM
...and you still managed to start the troll thing on my M3 project thread... classic! :biggrin
I drove my M3, aka "Ruby Red Camry" to work this morning ;)
So much confusion.
Sockethead
05-09-2016, 06:04 AM
Yes, the BS is running deep in that thread ;)
Karl Lazlo
05-09-2016, 06:31 AM
...and you still managed to start the troll thing on my M3 project thread... classic! :biggrin
Dude, I was multi-tasking like a champ. My phone can be quiet an entire day when I have nothing scheduled. As soon as I get under a car, texts from you, Michelle, among others wouldn't stop. Popping out RTABs in between texts and sips of iced coffee can be very cathartic.
I drove my M3, aka "Ruby Red Camry" to work this morning ;)
My 2003 has a new spring in its step with new CPS and much better footing with new rear suspension bits. I took extra liberties with Title 14 today.
fredo
05-09-2016, 06:40 AM
Does this mean Crazy Eyes doesn't exist ? :ninja
Karl Lazlo
05-09-2016, 06:47 AM
Oh, she's real.
09mageec
05-09-2016, 07:07 AM
Any time I hear 'Crazy Eyes', I think of Steve Buscemi in Mr. Deeds haha
Rovert
05-09-2016, 08:10 AM
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Just changed that out!! 45 mins to swap and bleed.
ELCID86
05-09-2016, 05:22 PM
Nice! Did you use the tool to remove the bushings?
Bump
Karl Lazlo
05-09-2016, 08:15 PM
Bump
yup. Took about 2 weeks but got the MIS tool delivered last week.
Honestly, the right side RTAB was very stubborn. Was afraid that I would have to heat up the carrier. But, a long ass pipe acting as a breaker bar and my buddy standing on the brace holding down the trailing arm got it free.
I can't say enough about the Rogue Enginneering RTABs and RSMs. No NVH, but the car tracks very well, very responsive to throttle adjustments and well, stupid easy to install.
Despite mking the the carriers very accurately, it is still going in for an alignment this week.
ELCID86
05-10-2016, 03:07 AM
yup. Took about 2 weeks but got the MIS tool delivered last week.
Honestly, the right side RTAB was very stubborn. Was afraid that I would have to heat up the carrier. But, a long ass pipe acting as a breaker bar and my buddy standing on the brace holding down the trailing arm got it free.
I can't say enough about the Rogue Enginneering RTABs and RSMs. No NVH, but the car tracks very well, very responsive to throttle adjustments and well, stupid easy to install.
Despite mking the the carriers very accurately, it is still going in for an alignment this week.
Glad you got them out (and done). I was able to use my Koch subframe tool to get the RTABs out. It is for rent if anyone needs it (hint, hint). I'm scheduled for alignment on Sat and have not been driving the car much in the meantime.
fredo
05-10-2016, 05:13 AM
My wife drove the ZHP yesterday while I stayed at home (telecommute day). This is a summary of our conversation during the day:
1 ) In the morning : "When I parked the car the oil light came on and stayed on." I explained the oil level was a little low, but she could drive back home just fine.
2 ) In the afternoon : "The car doesn't start." I said that's a known problem, just try 10+ times and the car will start. She said it took 15 min for the car to finally start.
3 ) When she arrived home: "I'm not driving your car tomorrow."
The idea of a rental looks more attractive now. :biggrin
BADCLOWN
05-10-2016, 09:14 AM
What's wrong with your car?
D1ESEL
05-10-2016, 09:31 AM
Ordered Supersports for my style 216's.
Everything should be dialed in by the end of the week!
fredo
05-10-2016, 09:37 AM
What's wrong with your car?
It's burning oil. In addition, it won't start some times. I will replace the ignition switch and fuel pump for that reason.
It's burning oil. In addition, it won't start some times. I will replace the ignition switch and fuel pump for that reason.
How much oil? And have you replaced the ccv?
fredo
05-10-2016, 10:04 AM
How much oil? And have you replaced the ccv?
I added 0.5 liter of oil after 1,600 miles. I don't think CCV has been replaced on this car.
cakM3
05-10-2016, 12:46 PM
Today I gave my two BMWs a new stablemate...;)
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Rovert
05-10-2016, 01:01 PM
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johnrando
05-10-2016, 02:29 PM
Yes!
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jakksfor20
05-10-2016, 06:40 PM
Took off the 08's and put on the OEM pads, rotors on the 323. Couldn't bare the squeal any more. That was after getting nearly everything hooked back up after engine replacement on one of the race cars, only to find out the M20 had a late model water pump on it.
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Rovert
05-11-2016, 07:25 PM
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Installed my front top hat reinforcement plates. I know Rob will be happy. [emoji12]
Sockethead
05-11-2016, 07:35 PM
Yes sir :)
D1ESEL
05-11-2016, 09:52 PM
M3 finally showed up! Well worth the wait. Going to have a full paint correction done to it. Had to take a pic of it with the ZHP too behind work. :)
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7576/26870582212_ca13658125_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKWd)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKWd) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7358/26870581982_782edf953d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf)Le M3 & Le ZHP (https://flic.kr/p/GWsKSf) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr
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