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

[az3579]

to me, a SC is a way better option that an S54 swap - exponentially less work, easily reversible, cheaper, same or more power. win/win/win in my book. i personally have been thinking about both kits i mentioned, i like the packaging of the ESS kit better.

Don't forget: cheaper and less work to maintain. :thumbsup





dude, you remind me of how i used to be with changing cars all of the time. :) i thought you were all set to DD the ZHP? why not challenge yourself to keep it for another year?

:cheers

Man... I couldn't fathom not keeping a car for a few years. The financial loss to buy one and sell it at a loss would keep me up at night. lol

[das boots]

Where from?


http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEATHERIQUE-LEATHER-RESTORATION-REJUVENATOR-OIL-PRESTINE-CLEAN-16OZ-/281522240596

[Rovert]

Don't forget: cheaper and less work to maintain

I've replaced an alternator and belts minus fluids in two years. [emoji12]

[D1ESEL]

Didn't you just get a lot work done on it?

Yes a separate thread would be ideal...


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Yes I did and it is one of my favorite all time cars honestly but the next step for me is to install my headers and get an LSD and ESS TS2+. But I will have 3 cars when I pickup the Land Crusier and I don't want to get into that again.





dude, you remind me of how i used to be with changing cars all of the time. :) i thought you were all set to DD the ZHP? why not challenge yourself to keep it for another year?

:cheers

The plan was to DD it but it is now WAY to nice to bring myself to winter drive so now the Land Crusier is coming into play. I still drive the ZHP almost every day and will plan to but like I said earlier it comes down to the 3 car thing....



Hmm...you have a pretty solid garage IMO. M3 and the Land Cruiser. That'd be good for me as it's basically a "bigger" version of mine now.

That said, the ZHP is a nice middleground between the two. Miles/usage/maintenance wise.

Also, enabling you:

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1105784

I agree and it doesn't cost me anything to own. No loan, cheap insurance, ect. I just hate having 3 cars to move around and that money just sitting around. I feel my car is above his budget with all of the recent maintenance and things that have been done to it.

[kakashi169]

Went in for maintenance and changed the:

Radiator
Lower Radiator Hose
Power Steering Return Hose
Coolant tank

and last but not least

INSTALLED THE OEM BMW PERFORMANCE SHORT SHIFTER!!!! Amazing feeling, way better than the stock throw.

[Dual]

INSTALLED THE OEM BMW PERFORMANCE SHORT SHIFTER!!!! Amazing feeling, way better than the stock throw.So substantially different from the ZHP shifter?
This one? http://tinyurl.com/hnvwn6v

[BADCLOWN]

Yes, that is it. I have it in my car as well paired with a UUC DSSR. Haven't gotten my car back yet from the spring install but I'm excited to see how much of an improvement it is.

[kakashi169]

So substantially different from the ZHP shifter?
This one? http://tinyurl.com/hnvwn6v

Yeah, I think its the same one.

https://getbmwparts.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=MorePartInfo&PartID=755871&siteid=214672&catalogid=4462 (minus the knob)
https://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/25117528881/ES47271/

Its so good! =D

[Vas]

Correct. It is the euro shifter which can be bough alone.

However do purchase the clip and locking ring at the bottom that is used to secure the rod.

It is not a huge drastic change but an improvement over stock especially in 3rd and 4th gear. Should have been like that from the factory for the zhp.

[Dual]

I have been reading and found threads where it's a simple swap and threads where you have to remove the exhaust system.
Our cars?...

[slater]

should be able to do it from inside the cabin - no need to remove the exhaust.

[kakashi169]

I have been reading and found threads where it's a simple swap and threads where you have to remove the exhaust system.
Our cars?...

If you wanna do it properly, you have to remove the whole exhaust system. I have seen some where you hack/pick the shifter out. Your car, your call.

[D1ESEL]

I have the rod I just have yet to install it on mine. This is making me want to do it even more now.

[Vas]

I did it from inside the car. No need to remove the exhaust.

[BimmerDude]

Yes, that is it. I have it in my car as well paired with a UUC DSSR. Haven't gotten my car back yet from the spring install but I'm excited to see how much of an improvement it is.

The DSSR is da best

[Sockethead]

I did the UCC SSK and DSSR without removing the exhaust but it was a PITA. UUC SSK requires you to remove the shifter carrier and modify it. That's what makes it so difficult... plus one of the carrier pins was frozen... But out of all my mods, it's my favorite:)

[daytona90t]

Installed Bimmian cell phone mounts in both my zhp and X3 today. They look really nice and are built really well but I wish that the fit was a little better.
For the zhp I had to do a little bending of the mount bracket to get a really good fit and have it not interfere with the dash trim. On the X3 I had to do the same but the trim around the radio is still a little off because the bracket is pushing it forward.

zhp
26042

X3
26043

[ELCID86]

I need to finesse mine a bit so it doesn't make the dash trim poke out. I just added this magnet to it instead of the clamp.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160603/8c6285090d22eb6e227715bdda927c63.jpg


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[az3579]

Installed Bimmian cell phone mounts in both my zhp and X3 today. They look really nice and are built really well but I wish that the fit was a little better.

Consider yourself lucky you even got it to look so good! I effed around with mine for about half an hour trying to get it to sit flush and the radio trim still pokes out a bit. Yours actually looks perfect, as though the bracket wasn't even there...

[NoVAphotog]

I need to finesse mine a bit so it doesn't make the dash trim poke out. I just added this magnet to it instead of the clamp.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160603/8c6285090d22eb6e227715bdda927c63.jpg


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

Fantastic idea. Need to move mine on to it.


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[trancenation]

Can you provide a link to the wiz clamp that you have? How do you like it?


I need to finesse mine a bit so it doesn't make the dash trim poke out. I just added this magnet to it instead of the clamp.




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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[ELCID86]

Can you provide a link to the wiz clamp that you have? How do you like it?

Yeah Daniel told me about it. Can't recall if this is the one Charlie got or not. $10 on Amazon. They also have a model for the air vent (Dane might have that one?)

They come with a medal plate that goes on the back of the phone (mine is under my case).

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160603/d8ab0a287a33cac38596551b77d5ac9d.jpg

[oclvframe]

I still think the sexiest magnet setup for our cars is the Tetrax from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tetrax-72009-Smartphone-Cellphone-Magnetic/dp/B0030IMXF4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1464950906&sr=8-7&keywords=tetrax

You can see it in this photo I posted about my steering wheel clean.

[das boots]

I still think the sexiest magnet setup for our cars is the Tetrax from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tetrax-72009-Smartphone-Cellphone-Magnetic/dp/B0030IMXF4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1464950906&sr=8-7&keywords=tetrax

You can see it in this photo I posted about my steering wheel clean.


I like this.....small enough and would be able to be closer to the driver. But I don't know how powerful and longevity of the magnet.

[ELCID86]

See the vent mount Wizgear in my picture (and on Amazon). It has a bigger magnetic. I bought one of them too for use in my other cars. It does of course block airflow.


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[Whammy]

Taking the ZHP for long spirited drive to get beer! (Cheyenne, WY and back).

Also realized in Thursday my AC doesn't work. Either I have a leak somewhere or something isn't working. Anyone else diagnose this?

[az3579]

See the vent mount Wizgear in my picture (and on Amazon). It has a bigger magnetic. I bought one of them too for use in my other cars. It does of course block airflow.


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous


I ended up ordering one... for use with my Bimmian mount.

[NoVAphotog]

I ended up ordering one... for use with my Bimmian mount.

Ordering one of these for my bimmian as well, can use the other one in the 4Runner.

[NoVAphotog]

Oil filter housing gasket and vanos oil line and washers done on my car.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/c8e1667671777d2f942b0e10ae0a0d44.jpg

Working on vanos and VCG on Shawns...

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/d6b46aa608b0472955d44b9fa0962bc6.jpg

Not bad for 202k

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/16193c0bae3f9b9750fdc4b86704f3d4.jpg




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[NoVAphotog]

Dr. Faherty's VANOS Emporium and Apothecary

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/ef6450610608f9bb904bb5a292000f7b.jpg


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[BMWCurves]

Dr. Faherty's VANOS Emporium and Apothecary

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/ef6450610608f9bb904bb5a292000f7b.jpg


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I need one of these in my area.

[NoVAphotog]

I need one of these in my area.

Shawn and i are both certified vanos technicians. It's my favorite job on this car by far. Get to see the inner heart and do some surgery. You can do it!


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[oclvframe]

I like this.....small enough and would be able to be closer to the driver. But I don't know how powerful and longevity of the magnet.

Trust me...I sling my car around pretty good and two years later, the phone stays put!!!

-r

[ELCID86]

Dan going after OHFG.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160604/f42eb6611d44a42e6530f1854845e6e6.jpg


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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

[Sockethead]

pretty strait forward... just a lot of stuff in the way...

[ELCID86]

pretty strait forward... just a lot of stuff in the way...

Yeah. Removed air intake, PS reservoir and alternator then the 6 bolts holding it in place.

[anandoc]

Installed new headlight lens gaskets. Strangely, they were about an inch longer so I had to cut to shorten them. Anybody else had the same issue?

http://i.imgur.com/i4MSx6r.jpg

[SoCalZman]

Installed new headlight lens gaskets. Strangely, they were about an inch longer so I had to cut to shorten them. Anybody else had the same issue?

http://i.imgur.com/i4MSx6r.jpg

Well my original ones were rubber like. The new ones were foam like. They seemed to fit in the space but I couldn't press the lenses back on because the foam seemed to be too thick. Never was able to put the new gaskets in.

You didn't run into that issue???

[NoVAphotog]

Yeah. Removed air intake, PS reservoir and alternator then the 6 bolts holding it in place.

Glad we didn't follow the full diys that say you have to remove the PS pump. Helps to have two people though for our method of just holding it back and getting to the gasket.

[Sockethead]

Yea totally unnecessary IDK why people say to remove that...

[anandoc]

Well my original ones were rubber like. The new ones were foam like. They seemed to fit in the space but I couldn't press the lenses back on because the foam seemed to be too thick. Never was able to put the new gaskets in.

You didn't run into that issue???

Yeah, I noticed the new ones to be foam like as well. There was a little bit more resistance while putting the lens back but I was able to get all the clips to go 'click'. Did you make sure to push the gasket all the way within the groove?

[alexandre]

Taking the ZHP for long spirited drive to get beer! (Cheyenne, WY and back).

Also realized in Thursday my AC doesn't work. Either I have a leak somewhere or something isn't working. Anyone else diagnose this?

Yup, I had mine serviced last summer. Freon was ~1/3 of original capacity. Ran me a $150 or so to recharge. Might be more expensive if you have a serious leak.

[ELCID86]

W.R.T. The gaskets, yes the new ones don't seem to fit quite as easily. I didn't have to cut, but did has a bit of a time getting the lenses to seat.

Installed my Mason bar today. Saving the BMWP one for now.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160605/babc99e71ec9e1ea824ca2ec2a70e2dd.jpg

[rguti153]

W.R.T. The gaskets, yes the new ones don't seem to fit quite as easily. I didn't have to cut, but did has a bit of a time getting the lenses to seat.

Installed my Mason bar today. Saving the BMWP one for now.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160605/babc99e71ec9e1ea824ca2ec2a70e2dd.jpg
if i didn't have the bmwp one , this was my second choise for sure

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[SoCalZman]

Yeah, I noticed the new ones to be foam like as well. There was a little bit more resistance while putting the lens back but I was able to get all the clips to go 'click'. Did you make sure to push the gasket all the way within the groove?

I did. I worked at if for a good while. Maybe I'll try again at some point. I might have to buy new ones. Not sure what i did with the other ones.

[san]

W.R.T. The gaskets, yes the new ones don't seem to fit quite as easily. I didn't have to cut, but did has a bit of a time getting the lenses to seat.

Installed my Mason bar today. Saving the BMWP one for now.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160605/babc99e71ec9e1ea824ca2ec2a70e2dd.jpg

The bar looks good :thumbsup


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[Rovert]

Just cleaned the leather with Lexol leather cleaner, a toothbrush to agitate the crevasses, and a cloth to scrub the rest clean!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160606/cccb81ffd1c5e18bfda1122ab32a88bb.jpg

[Vas]

Cleaned the style 135 wheels using Nanolex wheel cleaner. Really liked the results

[D1ESEL]

Cleaned the fleet today :)

https://c8.staticflickr.com/8/7645/27492702695_161c9879ca_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HTrhFr)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HTrhFr) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7379/27420819621_72969080a3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HM5Sm6)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HM5Sm6) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

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Then I decided to take the ZHP for a night cruise because I have been on the fence about selling it. I am defiantly going to hold onto it now and just figure out living with 3 cars and make it work

https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7342/27492699545_67664bc6af_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HTrgK8)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HTrgK8) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7283/27393807772_f802df4aff_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HJGqEy)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HJGqEy) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

[BMWCurves]

Definitely keep it. It's awesome.

[az3579]

Your ZHP is unbelievably pretty, Chris. That front and respray and those wheels really set it off. Such a classy color - you'd be crazy to sell it, IMO!

[BADCLOWN]

Getting an alignment done at BMW Store of Cincinnati then going home and cleaning this beast up. It looks sinister as hell, totally insane the change from stock.

[san]

Getting an alignment done at BMW Store of Cincinnati then going home and cleaning this beast up. It looks sinister as hell, totally insane the change from stock.

Waiting for pics!


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[BMWCurves]

Your ZHP is unbelievably pretty, Chris. That front and respray and those wheels really set it off. Such a classy color - you'd be crazy to sell it, IMO!

+1


Getting an alignment done at BMW Store of Cincinnati then going home and cleaning this beast up. It looks sinister as hell, totally insane the change from stock.

Pics!

[BADCLOWN]

I'm gonna try to get it fully detailed at home today. Pics to follow late tonight or tomorrow in my build thread

[anandoc]

Installed new strut mounts (Lemforder) and front reinforcement plates (BMW) to address my strut tower mushrooming issue. The shop tried to hammer the strut tower back to shape to the best of their abilities. Oh, also installed M3 strut brace.

[BMWCurves]

Hopefully that'll help prevent any further mushrooming.

I want an M3 strut brace, have yet to find a used one at a decent price, I'm just too slow to scooping them up on classifieds.

[danewilson77]

Yeah Daniel told me about it. Can't recall if this is the one Charlie got or not. $10 on Amazon. They also have a model for the air vent (Dane might have that one?)

They come with a medal plate that goes on the back of the phone (mine is under my case).

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160603/d8ab0a287a33cac38596551b77d5ac9d.jpg
I ended up with this one:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17612

S7 Edge, out

[anandoc]

Hopefully that'll help prevent any further mushrooming.

I want an M3 strut brace, have yet to find a used one at a decent price, I'm just too slow to scooping them up on classifieds.

Yeah I hope so too. I suspect the previous owner hit some crazy potholes on the passenger side - hence my mushrooming was happening on that side as well as an annoying rattle seems to be coming from the wheel bearing/hub assembly from the same side.

I bought my M3 strut brace on E46F - here is one on sale now for $225 shipped with all the hardware.

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1105991

Make sure it comes with the special M8 hex nuts as they are quite pricey at $10 each (part# 51717895241)

https://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/ES129238/

Goodluck!

[BMWCurves]

Yeah I hope so too. I suspect the previous owner hit some crazy potholes on the passenger side - hence my mushrooming was happening on that side as well as an annoying rattle seems to be coming from the wheel bearing/hub assembly from the same side.

I bought my M3 strut brace on E46F - here is one on sale now for $225 shipped with all the hardware.

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1105991

Make sure it comes with the special M8 hex nuts as they are quite pricey at $10 each (part# 51717895241)

https://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/ES129238/

Goodluck!

Yeah, I'm thankful where I live isn't too potholed. I can see how the thin strut tower metal could be bent by a few good impacts.

Nice spot on the strut brace. I'm too stingy to shell out $225 for that when I've seen others sell for ~$150+ and I still might have to get those $10 nuts you mentioned. Also, ECS has the non-M strut brace (which I believe is exactly the same as the M one except it's chrome rather than black) for about $265 and that drops when it's on sale.

[anandoc]

Got an alignment done. Anybody looking for an alignment in the Greater Toronto Area, look for "KSL Automotive Services". Pretty decent guy with good reviews online and he only charges $60 cash.

[BADCLOWN]

Took a long shake down drive out to see the GF (1hr, 70ish miles). Turned 100k and it was a flawless 75degree windows down drive.

[squashman702]

Gave it some TLC today, fixed the shield over the fuel filter, stitched together the cracked lower lip of my front bumper, and fixed a loose fender liner. Also gave it an oil change with M1 and a Mann filter.

Lurking outside the shop.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174509_zpsgjme4vkx.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174509_zpsgjme4vkx.jpg.html)

Shop's getting crowded. M3 should be getting some love this week.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174605_zpsjrr261dy.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174605_zpsjrr261dy.jpg.html)

[Sockethead]

Took a long shake down drive out to see the GF (1hr, 70ish miles). Turned 100k and it was a flawless 75degree windows down drive. I bet you were grinning from ear to ear the whole way ;)

[Sockethead]

Gave it some TLC today, fixed the shield over the fuel filter, stitched together the cracked lower lip of my front bumper, and fixed a loose fender liner. Also gave it an oil change with M1 and a Mann filter.

Lurking outside the shop.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174509_zpsgjme4vkx.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174509_zpsgjme4vkx.jpg.html)

Shop's getting crowded. M3 should be getting some love this week.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174605_zpsjrr261dy.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_174605_zpsjrr261dy.jpg.html)


Nice shop!
Looking at those bikes makes me sad.... sold my CR250 right before I moved... had it for 20 years. Just found out that one of the techs at the BMW dealer has a motocross track in his back yard... F*%#!

[squashman702]

Nice shop!
Looking at those bikes makes me sad.... sold my CR250 right before I moved... had it for 20 years. Just found out that one of the techs at the BMW dealer has a motocross track in his back yard... F*%#!

Sorry to hear you had to sell.

I have the white YZ250f, the others are a 91 DR350 getting a 1mm overbore, and a 2001 KX125.

[Sockethead]

mine was a '94... one of the last of the great 2 strokes... just put a fresh piston it and with the Pro Circuit pipe, the thing really ripped

[D1ESEL]

Your ZHP is unbelievably pretty, Chris. That front and respray and those wheels really set it off. Such a classy color - you'd be crazy to sell it, IMO!

I am getting clear film installed tomorrow on the whole hood, fenders and front bumper tomorrow. Needless to say I am keeping it.

Next thing on the to-do list is a LSD followed by a TS2+ and install the headers I have had waiting in the garage.

[Sockethead]

what headers and exhaust are you going with and are you going to eliminate the air pump?

[D1ESEL]

what headers and exhaust are you going with and are you going to eliminate the air pump?

I have the BimmerBrakes GEN3 and yes I am going to eliminate the air pump. If I do a muffler it will be the Active Autoworker one but I honestly like the sound of headers with the ZHP muffler.

[Sockethead]

Yea I have a full Corsa exhaust. I'm really worried about how loud it's going to be with headers and no cats. I'm thinking of AR resonators in section 1 but I don't think that s going to make that much of a difference. May have to sell the whole Corsa exhaust and go with something else...

[san]

Yea I have a full Corsa exhaust. I'm really worried about how loud it's going to be with headers and no cats. I'm thinking of AR resonators in section 1 but I don't think that s going to make that much of a difference. May have to sell the whole Corsa exhaust and go with something else...

You have a buyer if you decide to sell it... Lol


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[Sockethead]

I'll keep that in mind... I may just want to swap for another ZHP exhaust and some cash...

[Johnmadd]

I'll keep that in mind... I may just want to swap for another ZHP exhaust and some cash...

Mmmmmmmmm............

[D1ESEL]

Took this in on trade...... STOP TEMPTING ME BABY JESUS. The customer bought a 2017 R8 from me. It's a 2016 Dinan S1 car with only 3200 miles

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[Johnmadd]

Took this in on trade...... STOP TEMPTING ME BABY JESUS. The customer bought a 2017 R8 from me. It's a 2016 Dinan S1 car with only 3200 miles

https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7395/27449642522_baa7a51052_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HPCAoE)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HPCAoE) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7007/26938900774_da21f91f53_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/H3uUEs)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/H3uUEs) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7349/27449716752_313349fe86_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HPCYsu)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HPCYsu) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

Oh sweet baby Jesus!

[BMWCurves]

Awesome.


Oh sweet baby Jesus!

http://i.imgur.com/hG7FDtJ.gif

[MrAdventure]

Took this in on trade...... STOP TEMPTING ME BABY JESUS. The customer bought a 2017 R8 from me. It's a 2016 Dinan S1 car with only 3200 miles


Seriously, though, who buys a car, slaps Dinan parts onto it and then sells it? Clearly someone's just in it for the showboating...

[MrAdventure]

Brought the ZHP in for the passenger airbag recall yesterday, and they did the VCG, installed new plugs and the fuel filter. I also purchased a new key that they coded. They were able to reset the airbag light that the previous owner tripped when he was fiddling with the broken window regulator. Unfortunately, when I returned to pick it up this evening, I found that the old remote (the only other key) no longer unlocks anything via the buttons. Key still works. I didn't get a chance to check it out until after all the service managers had left, and no one else could help.
:annoyed

I'd been given a 2016 328XI slushbox as a loaner. Even with Sport mode selected, the sloppy handling and wimpy steering made me feel like I was driving a comfortable padded cell. Definitely not liking the direction they're going with the newer models.

[Johnmadd]

Awesome.



http://i.imgur.com/hG7FDtJ.gif

Yum, syrup! :rofl

[D1ESEL]

Seriously, though, who buys a car, slaps Dinan parts onto it and then sells it? Clearly someone's just in it for the showboating...

Not at all. Someone with a disposable income who's hobby is buying awesome cars. He has a few Porsches and is probably one of my most down to earth customers. The M3 just wasn't the right car for him.

[BADCLOWN]

R8 is a better car anyways haha, I applaud the trade in

[az3579]

Not at all. Someone with a disposable income who's hobby is buying awesome cars. He has a few Porsches and is probably one of my most down to earth customers. The M3 just wasn't the right car for him.

If that had LED headlights and the silverstone interior, that would be my dream car right there...

[MrAdventure]

Not at all. Someone with a disposable income who's hobby is buying awesome cars. He has a few Porsches and is probably one of my most down to earth customers. The M3 just wasn't the right car for him.

Well, I guess that makes sense. Maybe he didn't like it in the stock config, hoped the Dinan work would make it better, but it didn't, not to his liking.

[san]

Took this in on trade...... STOP TEMPTING ME BABY JESUS. The customer bought a 2017 R8 from me. It's a 2016 Dinan S1 car with only 3200 miles

https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7395/27449642522_baa7a51052_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HPCAoE)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HPCAoE) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7007/26938900774_da21f91f53_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/H3uUEs)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/H3uUEs) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7349/27449716752_313349fe86_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HPCYsu)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/HPCYsu) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

Manual?


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[D1ESEL]

Manual?


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DCT. That is why I don't own it. It goes like hell and everything is perfect with it. I am VERY impressed with the Dinan stuff on the new F8X M3.

[das boots]

No manual? Not my cup-o-tea.

[san]

^yep


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[C00KIE M0NSTER]

Not at all. Someone with a disposable income who's hobby is buying awesome cars. He has a few Porsches and is probably one of my most down to earth customers. The M3 just wasn't the right car for him.
This.

[fredo]

No manual? Not my cup-o-tea.

My Indy owns the e90 m3 with DCT, he said it's really good. But I didn't drive one yet.

[san]

Brought the ZHP in for the passenger airbag recall yesterday, and they did the VCG, installed new plugs and the fuel filter. I also purchased a new key that they coded. They were able to reset the airbag light that the previous owner tripped when he was fiddling with the broken window regulator. Unfortunately, when I returned to pick it up this evening, I found that the old remote (the only other key) no longer unlocks anything via the buttons. Key still works. I didn't get a chance to check it out until after all the service managers had left, and no one else could help.
:annoyed

I'd been given a 2016 328XI slushbox as a loaner. Even with Sport mode selected, the sloppy handling and wimpy steering made me feel like I was driving a comfortable padded cell. Definitely not liking the direction they're going with the newer models.

Along with coding the key, there is a sequence of steps you need to do to make sure both keys work... I don't remember the exact procedure but a quick search returned this and it seems similar to what I had to do-
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[Rovert]

Any transmission is someone's choice and preference. Each one excels somewhere.

A DCT in an E90 is like a video game. It's brutally fast and makes you swear on every gear change because it's so fast and there is no pause in between shifts to recover your emotion and senses. It's just a constant V8 roar crawling down your spinal column reverberating into your heart that makes you fall in love and commit automobile adultery. Oh gawd......I need a time out......

[fredo]

I bought a second fob at my Indy some months ago, and he ran thru similar steps when the fob arrived.

[Vas]

Any transmission is someone's choice and preference. Each one excels somewhere.

A DCT in an E90 is like a video game. It's brutally fast and makes you swear on every gear change because it's so fast and there is no pause in between shifts to recover your emotion and senses. It's just a constant V8 roar crawling down your spinal column reverberating into your heart that makes you fall in love and commit automobile adultery. Oh gawd......I need a time out......

I drove one and while it was fast, it left me wanting a manual.

[slater]

I drove one and while it was fast, it left me wanting a manual.

i haven't driven one yet, but i always want a manual. i can see how the DCT would be awesome on track, but for everyday use i want a manual.

[Vas]

i haven't driven one yet, but i always want a manual. i can see how the DCT would be awesome on track, but for everyday use i want a manual.

Nick Murray does a decent review of his M4 in which he talks about the DCT and why he would go with a manual if he had to get another car.

Worth watching

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcaCfL6j10E

[Rovert]

SMG was perfect for me two days ago. I jumped in the car with a large cone in my car. Put the windows down and drove in auto while I slurped the fast melting ice cream up while crossing four, stop signed intersections. LOL

[slater]

Nick Murray does a decent review of his M4 in which he talks about the DCT and why he would go with a manual if he had to get another car.

Worth watching

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcaCfL6j10E

thanks vas. i'll try to get through it - i find that guy really hard to watch/listen to.



SMG was perfect for me two days ago. I jumped in the car with a large cone in my car. Put the windows down and drove in auto while I slurped the fast melting ice cream up while crossing four, stop signed intersections. LOL

LOL!!! well-put. :) (i always take the montero for ice cream ;) )

[Vas]

thanks vas. i'll try to get through it - i find that guy really hard to watch/listen to.





Yeah I know what you mean. I skipped through most of it.

[az3579]

SMG was perfect for me two days ago. I jumped in the car with a large cone in my car. Put the windows down and drove in auto while I slurped the fast melting ice cream up while crossing four, stop signed intersections. LOL

Eating/slurping (food products!) in the car - blasphemy!

[stephenkirsh]

Eating/slurping (food products!) in the car - blasphemy!

+1000

[D1ESEL]

DCT is for nerds. Nothing is better then rowing through the gears. At the end of the day none of us are competitively racing and if we were it wouldn't be in a loaded up F80 M3. He literally bought the DCT car because it was sitting at the dealership.

[MrAdventure]

Along with coding the key, there is a sequence of steps you need to do to make sure both keys work... I don't remember the exact procedure but a quick search returned this and it seems similar to what I had to do-
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I found that, too, and I could have done that, but Yeah, I was lazy AF and wanted them to fix it.

To the dealership's credit, they called me first thing this morning, and I drove over (5 minutes away) before I left for work and they got it all sorted.

[squashman702]

Nothing to the ZHP, but hung some stuff on the LS1 for the ///M today.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160609_173436_zpsxtoxwpmv.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160609_173436_zpsxtoxwpmv.jpg.html)

[Johnmadd]

Nothing to the ZHP, but hung some stuff on the LS1 for the ///M today.

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/Mobile%20Uploads/20160609_173436_zpsxtoxwpmv.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160609_173436_zpsxtoxwpmv.jpg.html)

Nice

[rguti153]

install sprint booster with sport button mod . thanks to leo_19999

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[terraphantm]

Finished the final piece of the puzzle with my M3 cluster swap -- got the warmup LEDs working (and configured it so that they'll stop at about the right redline)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7q7xC0wyIY

[san]

Finished the final piece of the puzzle with my M3 cluster swap -- got the warmup LEDs working (and configured it so that they'll stop at about the right redline)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7q7xC0wyIY

That's so cool...


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[bosszhp]

Just picked the ZHP up from the shop, she's now sporting a 3.46 open diff with polyurethane bushings! In addition to that new rotors, pads and brake fluid flush. Also got my nav fixed which went out last week, apparently the AC got so cold condensation dripped on it and shorted it out. Torque is definitely more noticeable now. However with the good comes the bad. A few months ago my car was illegally towed and I'm just now finding out that during that they bent both rear tweezer arms. Car was parked facing forward when they illegally towed it from behind and I guess they pulled the car by the tweezer arms because both are bent backwards :facepalm.

[rguti153]

Finished the final piece of the puzzle with my M3 cluster swap -- got the warmup LEDs working (and configured it so that they'll stop at about the right redline)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7q7xC0wyIY
the link dont work for me

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[Vas]

Nice job with the m3 cluster swap

[terraphantm]

the link dont work for me

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It's just a youtube link, should work.



That's so cool...


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Nice job with the m3 cluster swap


Thanks!

[rguti153]

wont play still , name of the vid so i can search it , nvd i just saw it

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[SoCalZman]

Just picked the ZHP up from the shop, she's now sporting a 3.46 open diff with polyurethane bushings! In addition to that new rotors, pads and brake fluid flush. Also got my nav fixed which went out last week, apparently the AC got so cold condensation dripped on it and shorted it out. Torque is definitely more noticeable now. However with the good comes the bad. A few months ago my car was illegally towed and I'm just now finding out that during that they bent both rear tweezer arms. Car was parked facing forward when they illegally towed it from behind and I guess they pulled the car by the tweezer arms because both are bent backwards :facepalm.

This must be a common design flaw with the nav system being under the vent. I notice that if I use the AC much my screen is apt to flicker here and there. I suspected it was condensation. How did you end up repairing it when it went out?

I wonder if putting some kind of layer (of something waterproof) on the top of the nav system will protect it from dripping water.

Hm, Does the nav system have vents on top of it for heat dissipation?

[bosszhp]

This must be a common design flaw with the nav system being under the vent. I notice that if I use the AC much my screen is apt to flicker here and there. I suspected it was condensation. How did you end up repairing it when it went out?

I wonder if putting some kind of layer (of something waterproof) on the top of the nav system will protect it from dripping water.

Hm, Does the nav system have vents on top of it for heat dissipation?

My Indy took it to their guy that does radios and such and he fixed it for $150. They also put something on top of the nav like you were saying to catch any future condensation. Although my right side speakers are still not working so I'm wondering if it is related to the AC condensation.

[slater]

Finished the final piece of the puzzle with my M3 cluster swap -- got the warmup LEDs working (and configured it so that they'll stop at about the right redline)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7q7xC0wyIY

terra, that is awesome. so super awesome. i need to get an M3 cluster and send it your way!



Just picked the ZHP up from the shop, she's now sporting a 3.46 open diff with polyurethane bushings! In addition to that new rotors, pads and brake fluid flush. Also got my nav fixed which went out last week, apparently the AC got so cold condensation dripped on it and shorted it out. Torque is definitely more noticeable now. However with the good comes the bad. A few months ago my car was illegally towed and I'm just now finding out that during that they bent both rear tweezer arms. Car was parked facing forward when they illegally towed it from behind and I guess they pulled the car by the tweezer arms because both are bent backwards :facepalm.

that sucks. the good news is, they are easily replaceable! and congrats on the 3.46 and new poly bushings, you will love it! :)

[bosszhp]

that sucks. the good news is, they are easily replaceable! and congrats on the 3.46 and new poly bushings, you will love it! :)

That's good to hear although I will be putting a claim in with my insurance and going after the towing company. And yes I love the new diff! I haven't kept it under 4k rpms since I picked her up last night. Feels like a whole new car. [emoji1303]

[terraphantm]

terra, that is awesome. so super awesome. i need to get an M3 cluster and send it your way!
If you seriously want to, try to get it to me sometime within the next month and a half. I start med school at the beginning of August, and I won't have as much time to deal with car stuff.

Also, you'd have to send me the DME if you want the oil warmup lights to work (unless between now and then I figure out how to implement the software mod over OBD rather than having to use a BDM flasher)

[Vas]

If you seriously want to, try to get it to me sometime within the next month and a half. I start med school at the beginning of August, and I won't have as much time to deal with car stuff.

Also, you'd have to send me the DME if you want the oil warmup lights to work (unless between now and then I figure out how to implement the software mod over OBD rather than having to use a BDM flasher)

Any specifics to look for in an m3 cluster?

[terraphantm]

On the sticker, make sure it says it's "CODE:" 23H or 24H

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uS0AAOSwnLdWrWza/s-l1600.jpg

[Vas]

On the sticker, make sure it says it's "CODE:" 23H or 24H

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uS0AAOSwnLdWrWza/s-l1600.jpg

Do the rear doors show open on the cluster as well when its all said and done?

[terraphantm]

Do the rear doors show open on the cluster as well when its all said and done?

Stock, no. But I can solder LEDs for the rear doors, which is easy enough to do when changing the 7000 and 7500 RPM LEDs to red at the same time.

[slater]

If you seriously want to, try to get it to me sometime within the next month and a half. I start med school at the beginning of August, and I won't have as much time to deal with car stuff.

Also, you'd have to send me the DME if you want the oil warmup lights to work (unless between now and then I figure out how to implement the software mod over OBD rather than having to use a BDM flasher)

i would love the oil warmup lights, yes. you would be able to code the cluster to my mileage, etc?

also, i guess i could have you flash my DME while you have it? :)

[rguti153]

Stock, no. But I can solder LEDs for the rear doors, which is easy enough to do when changing the 7000 and 7500 RPM LEDs to red at the same time.
u the man terraphantm

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[slater]

Stock, no. But I can solder LEDs for the rear doors, which is easy enough to do when changing the 7000 and 7500 RPM LEDs to red at the same time.

this is awesome! :cheers

does the oil temp gauge work, too?

[terraphantm]

i would love the oil warmup lights, yes. you would be able to code the cluster to my mileage, etc?

also, i guess i could have you flash my DME while you have it? :)

I would code the mileage to zero, and then when you plug in the cluster into your car, it will pull the correct mileage from the LCM.

Also, here's a picture of my ZHP's M3 cluster with the rear door LEDs

http://i.imgur.com/IA5JgCHh.jpg


this is awesome! :cheers

does the oil temp gauge work, too?

Yes, oil temp gauge works fine (that would actually work without doing any reflashing or recoding)

[Rovert]

Time to get M track mode on the ZHP if it's the same DSC module.

[terraphantm]

Time to get M track mode on the ZHP if it's the same DSC module.

ZHPs are two stage DSC by default. You can change the behavior to use the m-track led instead of the DSC + brake lamps, but that's a cosmetic change.

[san]

On the sticker, make sure it says it's "CODE:" 23H or 24H

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uS0AAOSwnLdWrWza/s-l1600.jpg

Doesn't matter if it's smg or manual?


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[terraphantm]

Doesn't matter if it's smg or manual?


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Won't matter. The extra LCD turns off in manual mode. Though I guess automatic cars are SOL since the gear display is different.

[SoCalZman]

My Indy took it to their guy that does radios and such and he fixed it for $150. They also put something on top of the nav like you were saying to catch any future condensation. Although my right side speakers are still not working so I'm wondering if it is related to the AC condensation.

Any chance you could ask them what they used?

[Sockethead]

M3 cluster is friggin awesome! I'd love to have that in my car!

[Vas]

Time to go hunting for an e46 M3 cluster

[slater]

Time to go hunting for an e46 M3 cluster

there's a bunch on ebay... unfortunately all MPH. i need a KM/H one!

[Vas]

there's a bunch on ebay... unfortunately all MPH. i need a KM/H one!

Ebay or part out threads. I always wanted this mod and get rid of that useless mpg gauge we have

[terraphantm]

Here's a KMH one on eBay. It's actually the listing I stole the picture from for showing the code 23/24 field

http://m.ebay.com/itm/04-BMW-M3-S54-E46-GAUGE-CLUSTER-SPEEDOMETER-TACHOMETER-01-06-7834821-0263640039-/111890981951?hash=item1a0d38e43f%3Ag%3AWoIAAOSwa-dWrWzY&_trkparms=pageci%253A0edfbf8b-2f37-11e6-9dde-0050568f3dca%257Cparentrq%253A3b8500561550a3589771 4fa8ffff8342%257Ciid%253A5

I guess to make the expense a little easier on you guys, I could also virginize your original clusters if you send them to me. A virgin ZHP cluster should be worth a decent bit

[NoVAphotog]

On the sticker, make sure it says it's "CODE:" 23H or 24H

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uS0AAOSwnLdWrWza/s-l1600.jpg

This is awesome!!! I just picked one up on eBay. Will PM you.

[slater]

Here's a KMH one on eBay. It's actually the listing I stole the picture from for showing the code 23/24 field

http://m.ebay.com/itm/04-BMW-M3-S54-E46-GAUGE-CLUSTER-SPEEDOMETER-TACHOMETER-01-06-7834821-0263640039-/111890981951?hash=item1a0d38e43f%3Ag%3AWoIAAOSwa-dWrWzY&_trkparms=pageci%253A0edfbf8b-2f37-11e6-9dde-0050568f3dca%257Cparentrq%253A3b8500561550a3589771 4fa8ffff8342%257Ciid%253A5

I guess to make the expense a little easier on you guys, I could also virginize your original clusters if you send them to me. A virgin ZHP cluster should be worth a decent bit

that's fantastic. thanks! i think i've located a KMH one locally... will hopefully have it next week. i'll PM you.

[NoVAphotog]

Here's a KMH one on eBay. It's actually the listing I stole the picture from for showing the code 23/24 field

http://m.ebay.com/itm/04-BMW-M3-S54-E46-GAUGE-CLUSTER-SPEEDOMETER-TACHOMETER-01-06-7834821-0263640039-/111890981951?hash=item1a0d38e43f%3Ag%3AWoIAAOSwa-dWrWzY&_trkparms=pageci%253A0edfbf8b-2f37-11e6-9dde-0050568f3dca%257Cparentrq%253A3b8500561550a3589771 4fa8ffff8342%257Ciid%253A5

I guess to make the expense a little easier on you guys, I could also virginize your original clusters if you send them to me. A virgin ZHP cluster should be worth a decent bit

PM sent. Also, would make it easier to reinstall them if we wanted to as well.

[Vas]

I am having a seller verify the code on the cluster with a picture and if it the correct one, I will be purchasing a cluster as well.

So that would make 3 of us :)

[slater]

PM sent. Also, would make it easier to reinstall them if we wanted to as well.

daniel... seriously... how alike can our cars be, now??? ;)

:cheers

[terraphantm]

So this exploded a bit more than I expected, I wasn't intending to start a business :P

Dane -- would an arrangement like the one with the LCMs where I throw the mafia a small portion of each transaction suffice? I won't have the volume to support a real sponsorship (nor the time after August)

[Rovert]

If you guys were closer to me I'd gladly sell you my KMH for a MPH. I like having both on the gauge and the American has that.

[slater]

If you guys were closer to me I'd gladly sell you my KMH for a MPH. I like having both on the gauge and the American has that.

trevor, i could buy an american one for ya. :) that might actually work out nicely.

[terraphantm]

If you guys were closer to me I'd gladly sell you my KMH for a MPH. I like having both on the gauge and the American has that.

If you're okay living without an M-logo, these guys seem to make KM/H faces with MPH inside. I don't know how the quality compares to OEM though.

http://www.heiler-tachodesign.de/Gauge-face-BMW-E46-M3-Mph-to-Kmh

[NoVAphotog]

If you're okay living without an M-logo

Ya gotta have the ///M logo... :roundel

[Rovert]

That's why I have the passport 9500ix with MPH shown on the display. LOL

[Sockethead]

I'm working on getting a cluster too :thumbup

[rguti153]

can u make a new thread on this ? terraphantm . might have to get this now , u did my lcm might have to do this now

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[Rovert]

LOL look what has started. Stop showin off!!

[ZHP Dave]

Fuel pump and filter today. Also trimmed a bit in the rear since my tires were rubbing. Last week I changed the oil and lower intake boot.

[az3579]

Retrofitted the F10 M5 shift knob with integrated boot onto my E46 shifter frame.
Also installed 25W CREE CANBUS Red LED bulbs in my brake and running light sockets. Forgot the trunk lights so I ordered another pair.

[slater]

Retrofitted the F10 M5 shift knob with integrated boot onto my E46 shifter frame.
Also installed 25W CREE CANBUS Red LED bulbs in my brake and running light sockets. Forgot the trunk lights so I ordered another pair.

hey... so that means your old shift knob is collecting dust? ;)

[az3579]

hey... so that means your old shift knob is collecting dust? ;)

The vultures are circling! :biggrin

[D1ESEL]

NEED DIS!

I'm going to try to find one now

[Dual]

Serious wash vac windows plus installation of a second (driver's side) first-aid box.

[BMWCurves]

If you seriously want to, try to get it to me sometime within the next month and a half. I start med school at the beginning of August, and I won't have as much time to deal with car stuff.

Also, you'd have to send me the DME if you want the oil warmup lights to work (unless between now and then I figure out how to implement the software mod over OBD rather than having to use a BDM flasher)

First, congrats on med school! No easy feat. I'm trying to go as well. Where are you headed, if you don't mind me asking.

Second: I'm seriously considering this. Very cool swap!

[D1ESEL]

I have the worst rattle coming from the rear of my car. It almost sounds like its in the drivers side rear door panel and when I roll down my window slightly I can hear the window now rattle which it wasn't doing before.


This is just GREAAAAAT

[Prestovie]

Swapped the aftermarket LED corners with the OEM's, actually digging it a lot more:biggrin
What do you guys think? I might opt for non-LED clear/smokey corners later
(Please ignore the array of bugs, will be cleaning tomorrow)
Before
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After
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[fredo]

:like

[fredo]

I saw my ZHP driving away. My wife drove it this morning and I stayed outside the garage waving bye. Man ... that car looks SHARP ! This one is a keeper, I can't see myself selling it any time soon. :thumbsup

[Sockethead]

I think the same thing every time I see my wife driving mine... in fact, I'll stop what I'm doing just to watch ;)

[BADCLOWN]

It's always a weird feeling for me to have someone else drive my car, especially when I'm not in it but I do break my neck like you all looking at it when someone is driving it

[rkneeshaw]

lol, I actually have my wife drive my car sometimes just so I can watch. In fact, I may have been known to follow in her car just so I can hear the sweet music from a few carlengths back. I'm a sick person. :)

[Johnmadd]

lol, I actually have my wife drive my car sometimes just so I can watch. In fact, I may have been known to follow in her car just so I can hear the sweet music from a few carlengths back. I'm a sick person. :)

:rofl

[Rovert]

You guys probably pretend to be doing some little hard work as your car drives away so you don't look like a crazy one to others. LOL.

[fw_fw]

Seeing your car drive away with someone else driving......ppppfttttt

Driving the car yourself into a parking lot and seeing the reflection of yourself in the store windows......now that's where it's at!!!!

:thumbsup

[Rovert]

I use store windows to judge parallel parking. Don't need a rear view camera. LOL

[ZHP Dave]

Well since my S2000 had an engine fire at the track last month, I pulled my ZHP in for autocross duty today. Slowest, most underprepared SSM car ever, but I got my points!

[Johnmadd]

Seeing your car drive away with someone else driving......ppppfttttt

Driving the car yourself into a parking lot and seeing the reflection of yourself in the store windows......now that's where it's at!!!!

:thumbsup

Hahahahaha!

[Prestovie]

Washed, buffed, and waxed :)26169

[Sockethead]

You guys probably pretend to be doing some little hard work as your car drives away so you don't look like a crazy one to others. LOL.

Yea that's pretty much how it goes down lol :shifty

[Sockethead]

I had my car follow me down to SC

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Then it passed me


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Very weird and cool at the same time. I enjoyed seeing my car as others see it on the highway... I thought it looked pretty bad ass but I may be biased :)

[dlucas589]

I need to finesse mine a bit so it doesn't make the dash trim poke out. I just added this magnet to it instead of the clamp.

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"ZHP is a garbage option anyway- just some cosmetic upgrades with a different cam and diff to claw back some of the performance lost fitting those hideous and heavy wheels. Any 330 with a 3.46 diff will smoke a ZHP every time. The whole Mafia thing reeks of childish behavior." - anonymous

+1

Did this same exact thing in the ZHP i just sold- works much better than the holster, especially with the 6s+...and much cheaper too!

[stephenkirsh]

Well since my S2000 had an engine fire at the track last month, I pulled my ZHP in for autocross duty today. Slowest, most underprepared SSM car ever, but I got my points!

Damn what happened on the Honda?

[MrAdventure]

It's always a weird feeling for me to have someone else drive my car, especially when I'm not in it but I do break my neck like you all looking at it when someone is driving it

I loaned my Z3 to a friend for a day, and when he came back, he asked, "Hey, did you know the radio cuts out when you corner really sharply?" No, I hadn't, and I never have the radio on when I autocross, and it's never happened when I'm driving on the roads. All I could think was "what the hell was he doing when that happened???"

[Johnmadd]

I loaned my Z3 to a friend for a day, and when he came back, he asked, "Hey, did you know the radio cuts out when you corner really sharply?" No, I hadn't, and I never have the radio on when I autocross, and it's never happened when I'm driving on the roads. All I could think was "what the hell was he doing when that happened???"

Lol

[cakM3]

I ordered these...
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[johnrando]

What is that?

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[Sockethead]

They're magnetic mounts for cell phones

[3ZHP]

A word to the potential home buyer. Look for morning shade trees as a free added amenity. They worked great for a morning wash for this weekends car show down in town.

Now I need to get some sleep and if I wake early enough, I'll break out the machine and throw a coat of Best of Show wax on her.

Still not sweating at...

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[fredo]

Looks GOOD, man !

[BMWCurves]

Looks GOOD, man !

+1

[3ZHP]

Thanks guys!

First coat of Best Of Show applied. Next one in 12 hours. [emoji57]

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[KevinC]

Had to share my own local forecast... that looks like a cold spell up above! Check out this weekend in Phoenix.. F ME!!!

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Random-Photostream-stuff/i-mBTJHnm/0/X2/IMG_7778-X2.jpg

[3ZHP]

Had to share my own local forecast... that looks like a cold spell up above! Check out this weekend in Phoenix.. F ME!!!

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Random-Photostream-stuff/i-mBTJHnm/0/X2/IMG_7778-X2.jpg

Been there this time of the year. Also know that A/C in garages is pretty common in that area. [emoji41]


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[az3579]

Had to share my own local forecast... that looks like a cold spell up above! Check out this weekend in Phoenix.. F ME!!!

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Random-Photostream-stuff/i-mBTJHnm/0/X2/IMG_7778-X2.jpg


But it's a dry heat! :rofl

[D1ESEL]

I have been driving the crap out of the ZHP recently. I just hit 128,350 pulling into work. I can't believe I purchased this car 12/16/15 with 119,343...... I need to slow down on the driving!

https://c8.staticflickr.com/8/7447/27612828711_8db1051f9d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/J53XXD)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/J53XXD) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

[slater]

But it's a dry heat! :rofl

that's the first thing i thought, too. ;)



I have been driving the crap out of the ZHP recently. I just hit 128,350 pulling into work. I can't believe I purchased this car 12/16/15 with 119,343...... I need to slow down on the driving!

hey man - cars are meant to be driven! glad you're enjoying it!! :)

i work from home, and we homeschool our kids... and somehow we still rack up 20K miles per year on the ZHP! although it might slow down a bit now that we have the montero. my wife loves that thing.

[Vas]

More miles - more smiles.

[slater]

More miles - more smiles.

yep!! :cheers

[KevinC]

Been there this time of the year. Also know that A/C in garages is pretty common in that area. [emoji41]


I owned a second house for a while that had an insulated garage door, and a small wall-mount AC unit built-in. No such luxury at my present house. By the end of the month (or maybe by this weekend), the overnight temperature in the garage will hover around 100, all summer long. It's great at retaining heat.

[WOLFN8TR]

Had to share my own local forecast... that looks like a cold spell up above! Check out this weekend in Phoenix.. F ME!!!

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Random-Photostream-stuff/i-mBTJHnm/0/X2/IMG_7778-X2.jpg

Ya this weather SUCKS!! I wish my garage had AC!!

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[3ZHP]

Second coat applied. I'll let this one sit for 24 hours.

A little cooler this morning at...

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[Sockethead]

My garage was 97 yesterday and I was working on my car in it... I had a couple of fans going. I had the house AC set to 78 and it felt cold lol

[WOLFN8TR]

My garage was 97 yesterday and I was working on my car in it... I had a couple of fans going. I had the house AC set to 78 and it felt cold lol

Ya that was me the last two weekends! I got so dam hot I put my swim trunks on and kept going out back and jumping to the pool. The garage felt 80 afterwards!

[D1ESEL]

hey man - cars are meant to be driven! glad you're enjoying it!! :)

i work from home, and we homeschool our kids... and somehow we still rack up 20K miles per year on the ZHP! although it might slow down a bit now that we have the montero. my wife loves that thing.

The thing that I find is funny is I didn't drive it for a whole month after I got it because I was cleaning the interior/doing maintenance and then another month while it was being painted this spring.....

[fredo]

My Mini Cooper is back on the road. Two weeks ago my Indy replaced the fuel filter and the SES light came on some days later. I could smell gasoline thru the A/C vents. He said this was warranty work, so I paid nothing. Plus, I got a free gas cap out of this. :thumbup

[Prestovie]

Just had a Vibrant 1148 muffler installed on my 2004 330i ZHP:biggrin

[BMWCurves]

Just had a Vibrant 1148 muffler installed on my 2004 330i ZHP:biggrin

Post a vid in a couple of days once it's broken in. Does your car have any other exhaust/intake work?

[squashman702]

Spent a few minutes at my shop working on the ZHP. Headlights needed to be cleaned up bad.

Practiced on the M3 lights:
http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/20160615_200204_zpshnec9z8g.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/20160615_200204_zpshnec9z8g.jpg.html)

Driver's side done:
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Both complete:
http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff295/squashman702/20160615_172437_zpsl5oiiiy5.jpg (http://s243.photobucket.com/user/squashman702/media/20160615_172437_zpsl5oiiiy5.jpg.html)

Put some rear end stuff together for the M3. All new ball joints, wheel bearings, RTAB, limiters. Hoping it drives decent, whenever I finish:

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[rkneeshaw]

Got the starter replaced today. Been having to drive the truck all week. SO happy to get back in the ZHP, i'm in such a better mood.


More miles - more smiles.

Well said!

[3ZHP]

The start of day 3!

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[san]

The start of day 3!

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Damn that looks so good


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[3ZHP]

Damn that looks so good


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Thanks!

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[3ZHP]

Finished for today!

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[fredo]

:drool

[BMWCurves]

:drool

+1

Looks great, guy!

[fredo]

I got a dealer appt for the Mini for this recall: 15V205 = FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR MAT.

Appt is set for July-11th. After that, no more warning lights on the dash !

[johnrando]

Nice Fredo. Beauty Guy.

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[alexandre]

Pressure washed the salt out of my interior carpets. Surprisingly effective, and the carpet is sealed enough that you can pick up the water for a minute or so before it can sink in.

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[BMWCurves]

The salt? Is your car a delicious steak?

[az3579]

The salt? Is your car a delicious steak?
If we're going down that road, every car in the Northeast is a steak... and I sure as hell wouldn't eat a Prius. :shifty

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[terraphantm]

Finally got my ZHP's ball joints and bushings sorted out, and got an alignment. Unfortunately, they're not able to get the passenger side rear camber in spec (-1.5º instead of -2º). Probably a slightly bent control arm or something. I'll have to deal with that at some point, but in the mean time being half a degree off on camber shouldn't have a negative impact on tire wear at least. Took the car for a long drive and it felt fine for the most part.

Also since this was my first long drive with the car since doing the M3 gauge mods, I decided to take a picture of how it looks all warmed up

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

[alexandre]

If we're going down that road, every car in the Northeast is a steak... and I sure as hell wouldn't eat a Prius. :shifty

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:rofl

[BMWCurves]

Finally got my ZHP's ball joints and bushings sorted out, and got an alignment. Unfortunately, they're not able to get the passenger side rear camber in spec (-1.5º instead of -2º). Probably a slightly bent control arm or something. I'll have to deal with that at some point, but in the mean time being half a degree off on camber shouldn't have a negative impact on tire wear at least. Took the car for a long drive and it felt fine for the most part.

Also since this was my first long drive with the car since doing the M3 gauge mods, I decided to take a picture of how it looks all warmed up

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

Looks good :thumbsup

[D1ESEL]

Got an oil change in the ZHP today now it's time to install my Dr. Vanos and replace all the lines.

On the M3 I put my F10 M5 shift knob and boot in.... what a bitch.

[Sockethead]

On the M3 I put my F10 M5 shift knob and boot in.... what a bitch.

I bet it looks and feels good though.... like caressing a... ahh never mind ;)

[RUS_ZHP]

Finally installed a roof rack system on my car. I found a very good deal on local craigslist for bars about one month ago. They are used but in great condition. Bike holders I bought brand new. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160618/e000b0e4bb2004b1bd38cce250df002b.jpg

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[Vas]

Nice

[Sockethead]

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[fw_fw]

Uh oh....looks serious......

[az3579]

On the M3 I put my F10 M5 shift knob and boot in.... what a bitch.

Yes it was a bitch retrofitting it to my ZHP. Not sure if the boot retrofit was worth it since it looks bulged, but I'm going to give it time to see if I want to spend another $60 or so on a new one...

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I bet it looks and feels good though.... like caressing a... ahh never mind ;)
Sure does... though I am curious what exactly you were referring to... :shifty

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[Vas]

Oil pan gasket. Fun diy

[Sockethead]

Especially in a 100° garage. Got everything out. Have get the oil pan to the machine shop and get the crossmember media blasted so I can weld in the motor mount reinforcements. Oil pump is next. Swapping it out for an Achilles Motorsport upgrade.

[Aeternalis]

Figured out why my driver side high beam shutter wasn't working. A connector was unplugged. Plugged it into the headlamp and the high beam worked great! Success!

During testing, however, my passenger side high beam shutter began to stick open. I can only close it by smacking the hood or the headlamp housing now. Ugh. What a pain in the ass.

[D1ESEL]

Yes it was a bitch retrofitting it to my ZHP. Not sure if the boot retrofit was worth it since it looks bulged, but I'm going to give it time to see if I want to spend another $60 or so on a new one...

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Sure does... though I am curious what exactly you were referring to... :shifty

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I have an extra alcantara boot if you are interested? The hardest part for me was getting the boot ring to snap back in and trimming all of the extra leather off

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7234/27717241966_8be1111cd8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Jeh7ob)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/Jeh7ob) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

https://c8.staticflickr.com/8/7729/27751471575_a909288eaa_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JhixDR)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/JhixDR) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

[Simongym]

Oil pan gasket. Fun diy

Any tips? I'm planning on it in a couple weeks.


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[Prestovie]

Yes it was a bitch retrofitting it to my ZHP. Not sure if the boot retrofit was worth it since it looks bulged, but I'm going to give it time to see if I want to spend another $60 or so on a new one...

Just wondering, would you be able to link where you got that boot? Makes me reconsider my current setup... :p

[das boots]

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How many miles you have on the clock?

[az3579]

I have an extra alcantara boot if you are interested?

I have one too. The reason the M5 boot bothers is me because its a different material than the rest of the leather in my car. My door panels, seats, and steering wheel are Montana leather, so having a smooth leather or an advantage boot would drive me nuts. lol

Thanks for the offer.

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[az3579]

Just wondering, would you be able to link where you got that boot? Makes me reconsider my current setup... :p
This boot comes attached to the M5 shift knob. You can't buy it separately...

I may consider getting rid of it. Interested?

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[fw_fw]

Swapped out the Angeleyes bulbs on the 5 with some LEDs I picked up off of Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018K6MVMK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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[BMWCurves]

My car:
Went to go pick it up from the mechanic after I had the brakes bled and the side bolster valve replaced in the passenger side, but now the pump isn't functioning. Left it with the mechanic for diagnosis.

My father's ZHP:

Dremeled down the window switches so that they could actuate one touch close for the rear windows.
Coded in one touch close rear windows using PA Soft
Reprogrammed the temperature gauge for more accurate readings using PA Soft

The E39 540i:

Replaced the windshield washer fluid level sensor and grommet
Attempted to get errant airbag light to go off by fiddling with the passenger side wiring harness, but no luck. I think I'll have to look into it with PA Soft, if that's an option

Purchased:

E46 M3 engine and transmission mounts for my car
Headlight cover for passenger side xenon bulbs for my car
Cabin air filters for the 540i

[Sockethead]

Any tips? I'm planning on it in a couple weeks.


There doesn't seem to be a DIY but Vas has some good tips in this thread:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?18298-Oil-pan-gasket-who-has-done-it-and-how

Also, there are some descent YouTube videos out there too

[Vas]

If anything send me a pm about the diy for the oil pan gasket. I'm getting ready to tackle another one

[Simongym]

If anything send me a pm about the diy for the oil pan gasket. I'm getting ready to tackle another one

I appreciate it! It's a bit intimidating after watching a couple videos, but I have a mechanic friend helping. This forum has such a great atmosphere, definitely making long-term ZHP ownership attractive.


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[Simongym]

26208

Just did valve cover gasket, spark plugs, and cabin air filter.

Work in progress is plans for upgrade/refresh of suspension components, wheels/tires, and brakes.


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[D1ESEL]

Not BMW related but I got some 19" S4 Peelers from my work for my GF's Tiguan and threw them on today for her. I think it turned out awesome!


https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7513/27738910306_afabe72670_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JgcaCf)Bri's 2015 Tiguan with 19" Peelers (https://flic.kr/p/JgcaCf) by Chris (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on Flickr

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[cakM3]

BP and Chris repped their Imola ZHPs at "German Car Day" at Larz Anderson Auto Museum today while I took my Porsche for its first time at this event...

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Chad's S54 powered touring....damn! This car sounded really good when Chad started it up[emoji41]
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[az3579]

Installed a CG Lock device today.

[Sockethead]

How many miles you have on the clock?
Sorry, I missed this post... I have 141K on it so far. Everything is still in excellent shape. My motor mounts are still perfect and the lower control arms are also in excellent shape. Very surprised about these two... Tie rods are also fine.


I appreciate it! It's a bit intimidating after watching a couple videos, but I have a mechanic friend helping. This forum has such a great atmosphere, definitely making long-term ZHP ownership attractive.



It's pretty strait forward. When you unbolt the pan, there are two bolts hidden up inside the bell housing and there are a couple more in the back that are kinda hidden or they seem like they wouldn't hold the oil pan on but they do...

[das boots]

Sorry, I missed this post... I have 141K on it so far. Everything is still in excellent shape. My motor mounts are still perfect and the lower control arms are also in excellent shape. Very surprised about these two... Tie rods are also fine.




It's pretty strait forward. When you unbolt the pan, there are two bolts hidden up inside the bell housing and there are a couple more in the back that are kinda hidden or they seem like they wouldn't hold the oil pan on but they do...

How bad was the leak?

[Sockethead]

It looked pretty bad but I think it's been leaking for some time. Sometimes a VCG or OFHG will leak down the side of the block and look like and oil pan leak but I already did those two a while ago.

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[johnrando]

Lots of good stuff goin' on in here. Nothing on my car lately, but I've gots good stuff to do. :)

[san]

This past Saturday -
installed new windshield wiper
Changed engine oil and filter
Replaced the broken passenger side headlight level sensor lever

Also adjusted the tires pressures
Front - 32 psi
Rear - 37 psi



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[daytona90t]

BP and Chris repped their Imola ZHPs at "German Car Day" at Larz Anderson Auto Museum today while I took my Porsche for its first time at this event...

I was there too. I think that you stopped me on the way out and asked the miles on my car? The Larz Anderson shows are always great. I have taken my Alfa to the Tutto Italiano show 3 or 4 times, but this was the 1st year I went to German Car Day.

[330i Lover]

Finally installed a roof rack system on my car. I found a very good deal on local craigslist for bars about one month ago. They are used but in great condition. Bike holders I bought brand new. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160618/e000b0e4bb2004b1bd38cce250df002b.jpg

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What kind of rack is that, how many bikes can it hold?

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[330i Lover]

Yes it was a bitch retrofitting it to my ZHP. Not sure if the boot retrofit was worth it since it looks bulged, but I'm going to give it time to see if I want to spend another $60 or so on a new one...

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Sure does... though I am curious what exactly you were referring to... :shifty

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Looks great!

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[az3579]

I was there too. I think that you stopped me on the way out and asked the miles on my car? The Larz Anderson shows are always great. I have taken my Alfa to the Tutto Italiano show 3 or 4 times, but this was the 1st year I went to German Car Day.

Ah, that was me. I was floored by how brand new the car looked from a few feet away, and immediately span into a depression as mine looks extremely weathered. lol


Looks great!

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Thanks!