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

[PetesZ]

Ran the crap out of the track car


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[BMWCurves]

Noice

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[joeybananaz18]

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I finished working on my AL headlights. Picked them up a while ago from an e46fanatics partout to replace my zkw lights. Did the zkw-r lenses, put on new headlight covers and also added gold umnitza V2s. I’m not expecting the whole thing to have been done perfectly, but I think they’ll be pretty damn close. I have to say for my first true diy with my zhp, I pretty proud of myself.
I’m hoping to get them installed tomorrow. I’ll post more pics when I can.
Stay tuned.....

Oh before I forget...... I picked up my zkw-r lenses from ecs. I was expecting to have to add washers or make adjustments for them but from what I can tell they fell into the lens holder perfectly. No other work had to be done. Let’s see what tomorrow brings.


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[704sw]

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I finished working on my AL headlights. Picked them up a while ago from an e46fanatics partout to replace my zkw lights. Did the zkw-r lenses, put on new headlight covers and also added gold umnitza V2s. I’m not expecting the whole thing to have been done perfectly, but I think they’ll be pretty damn close. I have to say for my first true diy with my zhp, I pretty proud of myself.
I’m hoping to get them installed tomorrow. I’ll post more pics when I can.
Stay tuned.....

Oh before I forget...... I picked up my zkw-r lenses from ecs. I was expecting to have to add washers or make adjustments for them but from what I can tell they fell into the lens holder perfectly. No other work had to be done. Let’s see what tomorrow brings.


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The gold AEs are going to look killer against your Oxford Green.

[joeybananaz18]

The gold AEs are going to look killer against your Oxford Green.

Ugh I can’t wait to see them. I need my neighbor to help me wire them up properly as I want them to go on with my corner lights.
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Nice to be able to finally wrap this project up. I’ve been collecting parts for some time- I picked up the angels back in September. Got them in and everything checked out fine. They came with the AL specific mounting brackets so no need to dremel anything. I tried to adjust the beam as best as I could and it was too light out to get any good shots but I’ll go for a test drive Wednesday night to get some and fine tune where the light is pointing. If the light output is good I’ll leave them as is for now. If not, I’ll probably order CBIs. We’re moving on Thursday and it’s gonna be much darker in Westchester than it is in NYC so these were a must.


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[BADCLOWN]

Drive back to KY went well. Sent the ZHP down to Louisville with my brothers who work together at a top tier body shop. Having 3 dings pulled, some paint touch up done in some small areas, and have my Shadowline trim fixed.

[Whammy]

Ugh I can’t wait to see them. I need my neighbor to help me wire them up properly as I want them to go on with my corner lights.
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Nice to be able to finally wrap this project up. I’ve been collecting parts for some time- I picked up the angels back in September. Got them in and everything checked out fine. They came with the AL specific mounting brackets so no need to dremel anything. I tried to adjust the beam as best as I could and it was too light out to get any good shots but I’ll go for a test drive Wednesday night to get some and fine tune where the light is pointing. If the light output is good I’ll leave them as is for now. If not, I’ll probably order CBIs. We’re moving on Thursday and it’s gonna be much darker in Westchester than it is in NYC so these were a must.


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I would be curious to know what wire you tap into for this. I had mine wired into the interior lights as well as when the ignition turned on. After a while, I removed the interior light connection because it got very annoying to have the door open on the AE's on.

[Whammy]

Got the car a quick wash this morning on the way to work. Over the weekend, I had thoughts to sell the car and still somewhat do. These thoughts have been popping up for a little bit and I'm not sure what to do. With the purchase of a new house and some other things going on, not sure if the ZHP still makes sense. I have my 4runner and like driving it. It also meets my needs here in CO especially with winter driving. My fear is that I will regret selling the ZHP as I've seen others have this exact experience.

[BMWCurves]

Got the car a quick wash this morning on the way to work. Over the weekend, I had thoughts to sell the car and still somewhat do. These thoughts have been popping up for a little bit and I'm not sure what to do. With the purchase of a new house and some other things going on, not sure if the ZHP still makes sense. I have my 4runner and like driving it. It also meets my needs here in CO especially with winter driving. My fear is that I will regret selling the ZHP as I've seen others have this exact experience.

Do you need the cash, just a case of "I don't use it much anymore," or something else?

[Whammy]

Do you need the cash, just a case of "I don't use it much anymore," or something else?

I do not think I need the cash at the moment. Obviously with buying a house, I have a lot less in my account at the moment. That said, it really falls in the last category of something else. I'm looking at the need of having two cars (and maintaining them). I absolutely love driving the ZHP. I guess I'm looking at the practicality of the situation.

[Sockethead]

If it's not costing you anything, keep it. Even if it sits for a while... every time you get in it you be glad you did!
We've had many BMW's over the years, all of them faster and newer but we have always loved getting back into the ZHP.

[fredo]

+1. One of the new members posted “this is my forever car”. Granted, he was talking about an e36 M3. However, those words describe how I feel about my zhp.

[704sw]

+1. One of the new members posted “this is my forever car”. Granted, he was talking about an e36 M3. However, those words describe how I feel about my zhp.

Bingo. The ZHP is my forever car.

Might it one day get transitioned out of daily duties? Absolutely, but I can’t imagine a situation where I’d let this thing go.

[joeybananaz18]

It’s the same thing for me. The zhp is turning into a car I could totally hold onto for a really really long time. Even when the miles are really up there and repairs get bigger and bigger. At that point I plan on swapping in an s54. Or if that’s not in the cards just get a new M54 in there and keep it on the road until I can afford a porsche.


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[704sw]

It’s the same thing for me. The zhp is turning into a car I could totally hold onto for a really really long time. Even when the miles are really up there and repairs get bigger and bigger. At that point I plan on swapping in an s54. Or if that’s not in the cards just get a new M54 in there and keep it on the road until I can afford a porsche.


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Lol basically my exact plan if the M54 ever goes kaput.

[Whammy]

If it's not costing you anything, keep it. Even if it sits for a while... every time you get in it you be glad you did!
We've had many BMW's over the years, all of them faster and newer but we have always loved getting back into the ZHP.

I would agree. That said, I've already spent $2000 this year on repairs. For the most part, the car has been good the past couple of years.


+1. One of the new members posted “this is my forever car”. Granted, he was talking about an e36 M3. However, those words describe how I feel about my zhp.

I am optimistic that is the case with me and that I am allowed to keep it.


Bingo. The ZHP is my forever car.

Might it one day get transitioned out of daily duties? Absolutely, but I can’t imagine a situation where I’d let this thing go.

Agreed. I am optimistic that is the case with me and that I am allowed to keep it.


It’s the same thing for me. The zhp is turning into a car I could totally hold onto for a really really long time. Even when the miles are really up there and repairs get bigger and bigger. At that point I plan on swapping in an s54. Or if that’s not in the cards just get a new M54 in there and keep it on the road until I can afford a porsche.


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If only I could afford an S54 conversion :(

[johnrando]

+1. One of the new members posted “this is my forever car”. Granted, he was talking about an e36 M3. However, those words describe how I feel about my zhp.

+1 4 sure. Instead of S54 I supercharged it. :)

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[BMWCurves]

I'm with everyone else. Keep it for the time being.

[Sockethead]

+1 4 sure. Instead of S54 I supercharged it. :)


Ditto.... much less expensive in the long run.

[droman81]

I got a coupon from my local BMW dealership for a free state inspection so I scheduled a day next week. I am very confident that it will pass but should I worry that they may go out of their way to find an issue? Anyone else in VA get inspected at a dealer?


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[Newjack]

I got a coupon from my local BMW dealership for a free state inspection so I scheduled a day next week. I am very confident that it will pass but should I worry that they may go out of their way to find an issue? Anyone else in VA get inspected at a dealer?


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I don't think the dealer will try to make things fail on purpose. My guess is they try to pull in people for free, and while they inspect the entire car for the state inspection they come up with a laundry list of other things they think should be repaired and try to drum up some business. (Oil pan gasket leaking, FCAB's worn etc)

[John in VA]

I don't think the dealer will try to make things fail on purpose. My guess is they try to pull in people for free, and while they inspect the entire car for the state inspection they come up with a laundry list of other things they think should be repaired and try to drum up some business. (Oil pan gasket leaking, FCAB's worn, etc.)
Correct - like when they did the free eval when replacing the recalled airbags.

[Sockethead]

Nothing wrong with that as long as they aren't making things up

[PetesZ]

Got some black grills for the track car

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[704sw]

Not the ZHP, but I replaced the driver’s side front lower control arm and ball joint on my parent’s X3 (my old car) tonight. The inner bushing has failed, and was leaking fluid. I decided it was easier to just buy a new arm with the bushing pre-pressed. It’s funny how the E83 shares a back end with the E46, but the front suspension is straight out of the E39/E60.

Having lost two of my grandparents over the last 9 months my parents suddenly have a surplus of cars, but they’re reluctant to get rid of any until we know when my brother/his family are moving back to the US. Because the X3 still has under 100k, is seldom driven, and its future is still unknown, I elected not to replace the passenger side yet.

[nextelbuddy]

Wrapped up all the technical mechanical issues with the s54 wagon I've been working on for the past few months. Just worked on it whenever I had spare time here and there with a friend of mine. We swapped in a full s54 drivetrain and the brakes and rear lsd diff, AEM fuel pump for M3, M3 fuel tank baffle. I'm currently waiting on a set of beige m3 seat covers so I can cover a set of Dove grey M3 seats we have from a parts car. Instead of converting this whole thing to black interior which is an act of God... beige M3 seats should fit the bill just nicely especially since they have Lumbar and bolster control.

- 2000 Sport 323i Wagon originally with 218k miles
- 2002 S54 6 speed swap with 162k and WPC coated Rod bearings replaced with Swap
- M3 front and rear Brakes, sub frame and front & rear sway bars
- no subframe plates installed but Sub frame was cleaned and inspected and as expected crack free on a 323i automatic car
- M3 Steering Rack
- M3 AEM Fuel pump with M3 fuel Tank Baffle and M3 Fuel lines with M3 FPR and Fuel Filter
- Replaced Vanos Exhaust HUb (previous one was broken and recovered broken tooth as well)
- all new Vanos and Cam bolts
- New Vanos body Gasket
- Vanos and Engine timed properly
- new oil pan gasket
- rear main seal with new back plate
- Upper & Lower coolant hoses with coolant temp sensor
- water pump & thermostat
- New fan clutch
- M3 Radiator, and Front Aux fan
- New Alternator
- new Sparkplugs
- new shifter with bushings nice and crisp
- Valve cover gasket
- New Battery
- New Starter
- Stock M3 clutch and SAC pressure plate during 6 speed swap
- Liquimoly 10w-60 with Mann oil filter
- Transmission and Diff Fluid changed
- OEM shift lights
- DME and Cluster coded with correct Mileage and functioning Sport button
- Replacement LCM coded properly
- M3 Seats Beige Leather Lumbar Bolster memory
- DSC system coded properly
- Style 219M wheels
- M3 Steering wheel
- Replaced all 4 window regulators an Window motors. (they were all bad)
- OEM Factory installed Alarm


This is a pretty tricky swap to do the car was an automatic originally in the swap was from an SMG car. So I had to convert the SMG swap to 6-speed manual first and swap that into the wagon and convert that to a manual transmission setup. And on top of tackling the auto to manual wiring in general we also had to do a whole bunch of other wiring for SMG to manual and a whole slew of coding....

I feel pretty accomplished today because I got all the coating taken care of no check engine lights perfect idle and the engine feels and sounds great.

Even has shift lights in the cluster [emoji16]

Took her out for a spin tonight just to get her feet wet she felt really good.

Her paints not perfect (some clear coat chipping in random places) but there's no accidents or rust and a clean Carfax (Southern car all her life) She needs some TLC on the outside... mainly the front bumper and clear coat but the mechanical is good to go.

Also was able to get the cluster to match mileage of the chassis so we should be able to maintain a nice clean Carfax with no odometer discrepancies.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/66471f7570da93c1223fd49465424b50.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/e93c6ff6da1d11ddf64683bcc4104246.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/23e2d10d0b8a5d21af3c0fb10497e27c.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/7e6c2a9a3f0e55194af60db963d308b2.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/b400627a0c53463ea0c9ba5ac4070a09.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180607/6995520e5c536059519d299d7d08c6d3.jpg

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[holyc0w]

Great work :thumbsup

[joeybananaz18]

That’s so awesome. Any plans to do the body work on this one too?


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[BADCLOWN]

Those wheels look great on that wagon

[ZHP_Brandon]

I'm currently waiting on a set of beige m3 seat covers so I can cover a set of Dove grey M3 seats we have from a parts car.


When ordering these covers from LSeat.com, do they come in Nappa-esque leather? I’m considering changing my back seat to nappa leather to match the M3 fronts in Nappa since it’s only 300$ 🤷🏻*♂️


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[704sw]

When ordering these covers from LSeat.com, do they come in Nappa-esque leather? I’m considering changing my back seat to nappa leather to match the M3 fronts in Nappa since it’s only 300$ 🤷🏻*♂️


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I think it’s more textured than Napa. It’s more like the Dakota/Montana (which one do we have?) that’s in the regular non-M.

[ZHP_Brandon]

I think it’s more textured than Napa. It’s more like the Dakota/Montana (which one do we have?) that’s in the regular non-M.

Well I have full option Black nappa E46 M3 front seats retrofitted into my sedan

And stock regular Dakota leather as my back seat

I believe Dakota is standard in all 330’s, I know base models have a vinyl-ish leather finish that’s prone to tearing, just not sure of the name.... somebody chime in and correct me if I’m wrong lol


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[az3579]

Well I have full option Black nappa E46 M3 front seats retrofitted into my sedan

And stock regular Dakota leather as my back seat

I believe Dakota is standard in all 330’s, I know base models have a vinyl-ish leather finish that’s prone to tearing, just not sure of the name.... somebody chime in and correct me if I’m wrong lol


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThe fake leather is called leatherette.
We have Montana leather in our cars.

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[ZHP_Brandon]

The fake leather is called leatherette.
We have Montana leather in our cars.

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I had such a poor example of Montana in my car, my car came from Florida and the leather was so hard, dry, and even cracking. It eventually tore directly along the seam of the drivers seat cushion completely :\


My ZHP before this one had the softest leather ever and they were heated, I would like to say I wish I would have kept those seats but my M3 seats are worth every penny.

As of this Saturday I’ll have sold my OEM sport seats
I spent 40$ of my own money on my M3 seats
And now I’m selling my sport seats for 200$

That’s 160$ + my money invested + M3 seats = a big smile and a much more comfortable driver

Couldn’t ask for a better deal than that lol


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[nextelbuddy]

That’s so awesome. Any plans to do the body work on this one too?


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No sir, this car will be for sale and the cost to do the body work will run me around $5500 more and that's not something I have to invest in this car.



Those wheels look great on that wagon

dont they? they are running stretched tires but man other than that they look great on it.


When ordering these covers from LSeat.com, do they come in Nappa-esque leather? I’m considering changing my back seat to nappa leather to match the M3 fronts in Nappa since it’s only 300$ 🤷🏻*♂️


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they are textured similar to montana leather that comes in our cars. definitely not smooth like Napa.

i have the same seat covers in my red car. i recovered a set of M3 seats in a dark beige/brown color and had them redyed to match the natural brown door panels and rear seats better.

[ZHP_Brandon]

they are textured similar to montana leather that comes in our cars. definitely not smooth like Napa.

i have the same seat covers in my red car. i recovered a set of M3 seats in a dark beige/brown color and had them redyed to match the natural brown door panels and rear seats better.

Ahhh okay, so they are the same grain leather as the back seat despite the replacement of the leather-hide

I’m still thoroughly considering redying my interior red but something about imola/imola doesn’t sit well with me despite my brother having owned an E46 M3 with that exact spec

Do you still offer your retrofit service for the side mirrors? Could use your help to the max lol


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[John in VA]

The fake leather is called leatherette.
We have Montana leather in our cars.
BMW's E46 leatherette/vinyl is called SensaTec. The black SensaTec interior in our 2002 325xi still looks like new.

[az3579]

Ahhh okay, so they are the same grain leather as the back seat despite the replacement of the leather-hide

I’m still thoroughly considering redying my interior red but something about imola/imola doesn’t sit well with me despite my brother having owned an E46 M3 with that exact spec

Do you still offer your retrofit service for the side mirrors? Could use your help to the max lol


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If you want a color change, you're better off changing the leather. Every dye job I've seen wore off fairly quickly.


BMW's E46 leatherette/vinyl is called SensaTec. The black SensaTec interior in our 2002 325xi still looks like new.

Back when the E46 was new, it was called Leatherette. SensaTec is on the newer F-series of cars.
How do I know? I've been browsing the Build Your BMW section of BMW's site with endless configurations since I was a kid, and still do today. lol

[BMWCurves]

That's a great side project you have going!

[johnrando]

Wow, great list Nextel.

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[stephenkirsh]

Coworker: got any plans for Friday night?
Me: just making sure my oil pan bolts are tight. You?
Coworker: uhhh

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[slater]

Coworker: got any plans for Friday night?
Me: just making sure my oil pan bolts are tight. You?
Coworker: uhhh



hahaha.... priceless. love it!

[johnrando]

+1

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[Sockethead]

lol, that's most of my neighbors... I found one guy a few streets away that's a tech at a Ford dealer

[ELCID86]

Brake bleed and tranny fluid swap (way overdue). Shifted so much better on check ride! 219+ on the clock.

[John in VA]

Changed the struts & shocks on the 2000 328i. Went with Bilstein Touring for the sport package. Bought them from FCPEuro - best price & it will be the last set we'll have to buy for this car. First time doing this job on an E46 - much easier than the E28 & E30.

[Rovert]

I betrayed her just a bit....[emoji15]

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[PetesZ]

Put the amazon gloss black grills on33175

[BMWCurves]

I betrayed her just a bit....[emoji15]

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Well M2 is one less M than an M3 and bigger is always better, so clearly the M3 was still better, right?

I jest, I am envious you got to drive it. What did you think?

[Rovert]

Well M2 is one less M than an M3 and bigger is always better, so clearly the M3 was still better, right?

I jest, I am envious you got to drive it. What did you think?

I just drove my car HARD in the safest way possible of course. I "followed" an already quick car, C400. The excitement, emotion, feeling and driver involvement I just witness driving my car vs laying two patches of Sport Cup 2 rubber on the pavement and rocketing to blistering speeds, is not a comparison. My spine throbbed and tingled after hitting apex and going WOT to 8000RPM to rocket into the sunset, showing why a C400 is a C400 and why an M3 is and M3. I will go to bed a happy E46 owner.

[slater]

I just drove my car HARD in the safest way possible of course. I "followed" an already quick car, C400. The excitement, emotion, feeling and driver involvement I just witness driving my car vs laying two patches of Sport Cup 2 rubber on the pavement and rocketing to blistering speeds, is not a comparison. My spine throbbed and tingled after hitting apex and going WOT to 8000RPM to rocket into the sunset, showing why a C400 is a C400 and why an M3 is and M3. I will go to bed a happy E46 owner.

ding ding! outright speed is not everything... it's the entire experience.

[704sw]

ding ding! outright speed is not everything... it's the entire experience.

“It’s more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.”

Not that the E46 M3 is slow by any means, but you get what I’m saying.

[az3579]

“It’s more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.”

Not that the E46 M3 is slow by any means, but you get what I’m saying.

Meh.

How 'bout drive a fast car fast... I much prefer that. :)

[Rovert]

Meh.

How 'bout drive a fast car fast... I much prefer that. :)

It “can” get you into so much trouble. It’s always dangling a juicy steak in front of you. Unless you’re vegetarian. [emoji51]

[az3579]

It “can” get you into so much trouble. It’s always dangling a juicy steak in front of you. Unless you’re vegetarian. [emoji51]


Mmmm, steak.

Thanks, now you made me hungry.

[johnrando]

Meh.

How 'bout drive a fast car fast... I much prefer that. :)This. ;)

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[Whammy]

Took the car back to Discount Tire due to getting vibrations after having the tires rotated and balanced. Apparently, balanced does not mean what I thought it meant as one of the tires was a 1/4 of an ounce off. Drove it today to work and did not have any issues.

[Fenrir]

Ordered new idler/tension pulleys today. My current ones are less than a year old buuuuuut a teeny coolant leak had been assaulting them for months. Fixed the leak and just decided to replace the pulleys. Thankfully, all of the other pulleys checked out ok.

[Fenrir]

Pulled the old idler and tensioner pulleys. Removed the gaskets, cleaned em out, and repacked them. Not a permanent fix but it should tide me over until Monday when the new parts get here.

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[daytona90t]

Dropped my 135m rims off to get straightened, powder coated, and to have a new set of Michelin AS/3+ tires mounted. I am going with a powder coat color that is as close to the original BMW silver of the E46 era as possible. I had the same place refurbish the 19" 225m rims for my X1 in a gloss black powder coat a few weeks ago and the came out great. Will post pictures when I pick them up next week.

[ZHP Dave]

Washed, clay barred, polished, and waxed the car the other day. Earlier I started researching suspension bushings/bearings, so about to drop $1,800ish on parts to get the car track ready.

[stephenkirsh]

“It’s more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow.”

Not that the E46 M3 is slow by any means, but you get what I’m saying.

I have just as much fun in my miata as my ZHP.

[papa_g]

Took the zhp on the Leavenworth drive and met up with Trevor (@RoverT) who drove down from Vancouver, BC. Had a lot of fun opening up the throttle on the 2+ hr. drive. The drive practically turned into a bimmer track event for the last 50 mile stretch haha. Some great cars on display at the meet including the red e30 and e38 down there. Absolutely MINT. Trevor was awesome enough to do some coding on my car, including some neat comfort features, front/rear lighting and resetting my adaptations.
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[johnrando]

Where do you reset adaptions in coding?

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[Rovert]

Where do you reset adaptions in coding?


I used INPA under transmission and then activate.

[papa_g]

Yeah we couldn't access the throttle adaptation reset for some reason. That's the one that supposedly makes your throttle real peppy again.

[Rovert]

Yeah we couldn't access the throttle adaptation reset for some reason. That's the one that supposedly makes your throttle real peppy again.

I believe there’s a key on/key off procedure. Search it. Maybe it’s like the 1980s. Up down up down left right left right A B A B select start. [emoji41]

[johnrando]

There is a key on/off. Thx for posting. Was just wondering if there was a code setting too.

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[az3579]

Turn key to position 2, wait 10 seconds, turn off, wait 10 seconds, done. Start the car and drive.

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[san]

Turn key to position 2, wait 10 seconds, turn off, wait 10 seconds, done. Start the car and drive.

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I’ve read the throttle also has to be pressed fully during that procedure. Not needed?


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[az3579]

I’ve read the throttle also has to be pressed fully during that procedure. Not needed?


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[stephenkirsh]

I have just as much fun in my miata as my ZHP.

I think my zhp is mad at me for this statement.

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[704sw]

Since we’re doing dash pics, I think I thoroughly confused my car about how much farther 40% of a tank could go.

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(Picture taken in a safe, controlled environment. Ignore the speedo needle).

[papa_g]

I believe there’s a key on/key off procedure. Search it. Maybe it’s like the 1980s. Up down up down left right left right A B A B select start. [emoji41]


There is a key on/off. Thx for posting. Was just wondering if there was a code setting too.

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Turn key to position 2, wait 10 seconds, turn off, wait 10 seconds, done. Start the car and drive.

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I’ve read the throttle also has to be pressed fully during that procedure. Not needed?


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I thought that was an old wive's tale??

[az3579]

I thought that was an old wive's tale??Nope. I used to do it regularly when I was trying to diagnose drivability issues that I later attributed to switching my driving style too often. After every reset the car drove perfectly for a little while.

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[papa_g]

Nope. I used to do it regularly when I was trying to diagnose drivability issues that I later attributed to switching my driving style too often. After every reset the car drove perfectly for a little while.

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Very cool. Doing this tomorrow.

[BMWCurves]

I went on a long drive on some back roads and let my buddy drive my car for most of it. I think I get almost the most enjoyment out of my car when others can experience it.

[Whammy]

Decided to give the ZHP a break from DD duties. I've been driving 500mi / week due to the current commute. Looking forward to when my wife and I get into the new house and will curb the mileage on the daily commute.

[Fenrir]

Intalled new idler and tensioner pulleys. Downside? It's still squeaking. Won't do it with the belt off and all of the other pulleys are in good condition or new. Soooo.... Time to dig in again
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[ZHPizza]

Intalled new idler and tensioner pulleys. Downside? It's still squeaking. Won't do it with the belt off and all of the other pulleys are in good condition or new. Soooo.... Time to dig in again
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180618/25abfdd7c24759bba9feb9ddaeb63d3e.jpg

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water pump bearing? might be worth picking up a stethoscope from autozone to pinpoint the problem area

[Fenrir]

I did a cooling system refresh before the car was stored. So the pump is brand new. Less than 10k on it. AC checks out fine as does the alternator. I've been using a really long screwdriver as a steth. Not perfect but it works lol.

The noise seemes to be coming from the tensioner pulley. Which is brand new. I just out it on. I figured it may have been the metal dust cap/washer on the back. Took to the bench machine and cleaned/buffed it. Still sqeaks. Belt is new also. So.... I'm stumped.
water pump bearing? might be worth picking up a stethoscope from autozone to pinpoint the problem area

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[Sockethead]

There's not a whole lot of grease inside some of the new pulleys, might want to check that. Just because it's new doesn't mean it can't be defective

[Fenrir]

Goooood point. If nothing else, I can repack them.
There's not a whole lot of grease inside some of the new pulleys, might want to check that. Just because it's new doesn't mean it can't be defective

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[Sockethead]

Or just stick your old pulley on there for testing if wasn't noisy. No need to take the whole tensioner off...

[das boots]

Installed rear windshield spoiler. Still need to wax the area.

[ZHP Dave]

Ordered aluminum rear subframe mounts, and delrin/aluminum diff bushings.

[Vas]

Replaced the ccv system. All hoses, air distribution box, tb gasket, iacv grommet and did the o2 pilot mod.

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[danewilson77]

Installed rear windshield spoiler. Still need to wax the area.:like

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[Fenrir]

Or just stick your old pulley on there for testing if wasn't noisy. No need to take the whole tensioner off...Well I was able to get to the bottom of that issue today. The old tension pully bolt was stripped. The T50 socket was biting enough to make it feel like it was torqued on. It wasn't. I pulled the old bolt and replaced it. No torque lets the whole assembly spin. So it squeaks.... Well it sounded more like a banshee.

Geewiz info for anyone replacing the hydraulic tension pully bolt. Skip every parts supplier out there. They'll want way more than the stock bolt is worth. Home Depot carries the same bolt in hardened steel for 98 cents for a pair.

It's an M10x25 8mm hex and fits perfectly. 98 cents vs 12 bucks from a supplier more than covers the fuel cost to pick it up locally. I think I'd be almost ashamed to admit how many automotive bolts I've replaced via local venues. And usually higher quality than stock.

Obvious OEM stripped bolt is obvious below.

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[Sockethead]

It doesn't help that one tensioner is a torx and the other is hex... I can never remember which is which

[704sw]

I think I'd be almost ashamed to admit how many automotive bolts I've replaced via local venues. And usually higher quality than stock.

Thanks for the tip, Fenrir. I, too, have many a bolt from the hardware store in my car. And a crapload of misc. nuts and bolts I grab off the ground around E46s in the junkyard every time I go.


It doesn't help that one tensioner is a torx and the other is hex... I can never remember which is which

Why on earth would anyone want to make things easy for us?

[papa_g]

Well I was able to get to the bottom of that issue today. The old tension pully bolt was stripped. The T50 socket was biting enough to make it feel like it was torqued on. It wasn't. I pulled the old bolt and replaced it. No torque lets the whole assembly spin. So it squeaks.... Well it sounded more like a banshee.

Geewiz info for anyone replacing the hydraulic tension pully bolt. Skip every parts supplier out there. They'll want way more than the stock bolt is worth. Home Depot carries the same bolt in hardened steel for 98 cents for a pair.

It's an M10x25 8mm hex and fits perfectly. 98 cents vs 12 bucks from a supplier more than covers the fuel cost to pick it up locally. I think I'd be almost ashamed to admit how many automotive bolts I've replaced via local venues. And usually higher quality than stock.

Obvious OEM stripped bolt is obvious below.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180620/77cd1ea3825267ff8aaf049335bec956.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180620/cc8866dff31dab3943bf29057aa0504c.jpg

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so the crappy bolt was the cause of the noise? Nice, I bet you are so happy you found it! Good job finding an inexpensive replacement as well

[Fenrir]

It doesn't help that one tensioner is a torx and the other is hex... I can never remember which is whichI think I'm just going to work my way through the engine bay and standardize everything as much as I can lol. BMW did a decent job from the factory but needing a torx one minute, a hex another, and then needing the holy grail 10mm the next gets old.
Thanks for the tip, Fenrir. I, too, have many a bolt from the hardware store in my car. And a crapload of misc. nuts and bolts I grab off the ground around E46s in the junkyard every time I go.



Why on earth would anyone want to make things easy for us?I don't blame you at all lol. A junkyard is like a paradise for small parts no one thinks of. And I do have to say, compared to any BMW newer than the E46, this car isn't too bad to work on. The last E90 I worked on made me want to burn it down.
so the crappy bolt was the cause of the noise? Nice, I bet you are so happy you found it! Good job finding an inexpensive replacement as wellIt was a plethroa of things. Old oooooooold tensioner pully. Belt, while not old, had been weathered by New Mexico heat and no real torque on the bolt let the new assembly spin. Checking things off the list made the noise less and less noticeable. It was the combination of them that eliminated it.


Sidenote: I had a chance to chat with the original owner the other day. (We met shortly after I bought the car from a local dealer a few years back) He asked me if I had supercharged the car yet. I, confused, said no and asked why. He mentioned that when we first met, he'd been slowly building car for FI use.

Turns out. It has VAC forged kit in it. Pistons, con rods, bolts, and a few other bits. He said he'll send me the parts list if he finds it. The last step of the build was supercharging lol. Which now explains the rest of this car. And makes me feel like an idiot for not SC'ing it by now. Either way, he liked the minor changes I've done and if I head back to NM, we'll meet for coffee again.

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[Sockethead]

Damn, that will take some serious boost if he used time-serts on the block for the head bolts

[Fenrir]

Damn, that will take some serious boost if he used time-serts on the block for the head boltsHaha right? I kinda want to break it down to take a look. But if.....when... It gets SC'd, I doubt I'll run more than 8 psi. Enough to liven the car up and surprise people. But that'll probably be it. I've grown to love the car NA. But.... I can't let a forged setup go to waste lol. For now, I've bigger fish to fry.

The paint on the carbon fiber trunk and hood are nooooot agreeing with the clear coat on the carbon fiber. So I think I'll be stripping them back down to bare fiber and repainting them sometime in the nearish future. Someone mentioned just clear coating the carbon fiber for the look but.... Ehh I dunno. Never got past every bro and his bro car friends 3M wrapping everything with fake CF. Kinda ruined clear coated carbon for me on everything but supercars.

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[Sockethead]

Before I supercharged my car, I was where you're at now: tune, headers etc. I loved my car at that point. The supercharger gave me around 100 HP but the rough cold start and weirdness when I rev-match downshifting really annoy the crap out of me... sometimes I wish I just left it NA. I have to find someone that know how to tune and AJ at ESS aint it.

[Fenrir]

Before I supercharged my car, I was where you're at now: tune, headers etc. I loved my car at that point. The supercharger gave me around 100 HP but the rough cold start and weirdness when I rev-match downshifting really annoy the crap out of me... sometimes I wish I just left it NA. I have to find someone that know how to tune and AJ at ESS aint it.Yeaaah that's my dilemma. I'm loving this car as is right now. It's predicable and I can take it easy or drive the wheel lugs off and know what's going to happen.

Being able to work out the fine details on this build over the years has been awesome. And, it has made me very familiar with how the car will function and respond. Would I love the power from an SC setup? Oh God yes. I'd be lying if I said otherwise. However, I also don't want to futz up a good thing. And I've already got one car I'm busy tuning. But man. Roughly 100 extra hp? That must feel amazing in a car barely above 3200 lbs.

Also, I'm glad you mentioned that about ESS. I've been looking at their twin screw setup.
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[Sockethead]

I've never been in an e46 with a centrifugal supercharger so I can't say what they are like but with the twin screw, the torque comes on early around 2500 rpm and remains pretty flat right up to redline. I'm at around 9 psi of boost. I think part of my issue is that I haven't had time to sort it out. Plus, it's hot as all balls down here and boost doesn't like that... If I get the drivability issues sorted out, I'll be happy

[Reasoned1]

Yeaaah that's my dilemma. I'm loving this car as is right now. It's predicable and I can take it easy or drive the wheels lugs off and know what's going to happen.

Being able to work out the fine details on this build over the years has been awesome. And, it has made me very familiar with how the car will function and respond. Would I love the power from an SC setup? Oh God yes. I'd be lying if I said otherwise. However, I also don't want to futz up a good thing. And I've already got one car I'm busy tuning. But man. Roughly 100 extra hp? That must feel amazing in a car barely above 3200 lbs.

Also, I'm glad you mentioned that about ESS. I've been looking at their twin screw setup.
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You read my mind... my sentiments EXACTLY--plus, one can do a HELLUVA LOT of repairs, refreshes, and upgrades with that coin!

[Fenrir]

I've never been in an e46 with a centrifugal supercharger so I can't say what they are like but with the twin screw, the torque comes on early around 2500 rpm and remains pretty flat right up to redline. I'm at around 9 psi of boost. I think part of my issue is that I haven't had time to sort it out. Plus, it's hot as all balls down here and boost doesn't like that... If I get the drivability issues sorted out, I'll be happy

Yeah it's been ridiculously hot up here in VA. Well for VA it's been hot. There are times I really miss NM. It got hot but it was dry. And I can't wait for fall. The Stealth turbos feel AMAZING in colder weather. I'm currently working on water nozzles for the intercoolers. That should help me knock down the boosted air temps a little in the summer. Or.... At least give me another thing to add to the growing parts list lol.

I've never ridden in an E46 with a centri either. But having dealt with that type of FI system in the past, I prefer twin screw. And your power band sound pretty similar to the one on my Stealth. Kicks on at 2500 and carries to redline. Except I can guarantee yours is way more linear. Those turbos are nothing.....nothing....nothing.. Noth oh look we're redlining.


You read my mind... my sentiments EXACTLY--plus, one can do a HELLUVA LOT of repairs, refreshes, and upgrades with that coin!
I agree wholeheartedly. I look at the cost, remember I have a car with twin turbos, and order refresh parts. In the past, every time I got ready to pull the trigger on a kit, I'd take a lot of time to think about it. Then just go through the car and see what needed to be replaced, set aside cash for parts, or reshesh/upgrade OE stuff with better materials. Maybe one day. We'll see. But I think I'm pretty comfortable for now. Plus this car is starting to show it's age in a few minor ways. Many track days and years of desert life has taken a toll. Nothing terribly or mechanically wrong. But the car isn't perfect anymore. It certainly has it's battle scars.

[Sockethead]

I forgot you had the turbo car... Yea, where your ZHP is at now is a good place to be... if you want boost, you just have to hop into the other car :)

[Fenrir]

Haha definitely. It's a stark difference when hopping out of the ZHP and into the 3S. With the ZHP the power is always there when I need it and I can play around a little. The 3S? Well.... That starts with "Is there anything ahead of me within the next mile", lol.

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[Whammy]

Well I was able to get to the bottom of that issue today. The old tension pully bolt was stripped. The T50 socket was biting enough to make it feel like it was torqued on. It wasn't. I pulled the old bolt and replaced it. No torque lets the whole assembly spin. So it squeaks.... Well it sounded more like a banshee.

Geewiz info for anyone replacing the hydraulic tension pully bolt. Skip every parts supplier out there. They'll want way more than the stock bolt is worth. Home Depot carries the same bolt in hardened steel for 98 cents for a pair.

It's an M10x25 8mm hex and fits perfectly. 98 cents vs 12 bucks from a supplier more than covers the fuel cost to pick it up locally. I think I'd be almost ashamed to admit how many automotive bolts I've replaced via local venues. And usually higher quality than stock.

Obvious OEM stripped bolt is obvious below.

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Well done! I need to bookmark this in case it happens to me! BTW, I hate those bolts. The only ones I hate more are the rotor hold screws.

[Sockethead]

Those rotor screws.... once you get them off, put some antiseize on the threads. You never have a problem again

[Fenrir]

Well done! I need to bookmark this in case it happens to me! BTW, I hate those bolts. The only ones I hate more are the rotor hold screws.Haha thanks. And Socket is totally right about those rotor head screws.

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[Rovert]

Well done! I need to bookmark this in case it happens to me! BTW, I hate those bolts.

If you want I replaced with:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/f034e32d284a8e6ee3781b08d98f8b06.jpg

I find that the 17mm hex will take the pressure to release the tensioner and having a high grade bolt will not rust.

This was my car with the OEM bolt. Garbage. LOL.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/02f5c550bb251a81ab26794e014e3148.jpg

And here’s a comparison. It’s exact length:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/c6138b76c1452914a57a948a502949a2.jpg

[Sockethead]

That's just a plain zinc coating on that bolt but as long as you put the dust shield back on, it shouldn't be a rust problem for any bolt

[Rovert]

That's just a plain zinc coating on that bolt but as long as you put the dust shield back on, it shouldn't be a rust problem for any bolt

Oh yeah. That was from my ZHP in 2013. Haha. Couldn’t find my pic for when I changed the M bolt. I think I went on the hunt for a better bolt.

[ZHPizza]

Well I was hoping to knock out a small list item and install the front and rear strut tower bars that Spenser dropped off but...

Feck

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Double feck

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Need different nuts for the front and to pull the shocks for the rear. Reading the signs and putting the tools down now. Today is not a day for wrenching.

[Reasoned1]

I ran into the same problem with my strut bar... used the following fasteners:

Stainless Steel 8mm Nut (Nylok), PN: 93625A300, ECS Tuning ES#10998, $1.95
Stainless Steel 8mm Washer 5/16", PN: 96659A107, ECS Tuning ES#10999, $1.95

Of course, you might very well find suitable fasteners at your local hardware store for a little less.

[johnrando]

Nice work finding that issue.

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[Whammy]

If you want I replaced with:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/f034e32d284a8e6ee3781b08d98f8b06.jpg

I find that the 17mm hex will take the pressure to release the tensioner and having a high grade bolt will not rust.

This was my car with the OEM bolt. Garbage. LOL.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/02f5c550bb251a81ab26794e014e3148.jpg

And here’s a comparison. It’s exact length:
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180621/c6138b76c1452914a57a948a502949a2.jpg

Now that you mention it, I think I've already done it. I know the original bolt had to be drilled out.

[daytona90t]

I mentioned a few pages back that I was getting my original 135 rims re-finished. I was able to pick them up and get them mounted last weekend.
They were straightened, powder coated in what I believe is called brilliant silver (very close to the original color) and had a new set of Michelin AS3+ mounted on them. I also put a set of the newer style center caps on them last night.

[fredo]

Wheels look great, man. :thumbsup

[ZHPizza]

Wheels look great, man. :thumbsup+1 that brilliant silver has some nice depth. Really modernized the look of the 135's.

[RUS_ZHP]

Wheels look great, man. :thumbsup+1! Car looks very clean

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[az3579]

That is a great color.

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[daytona90t]

Thanks everyone! I think that they came out great as well. When I dropped them off the owner showed my a few sample rims to get an idea what colors would work best. The other colors were either too dark or had too much metallic. This color definitely has more depth and shine without being to much of a departure from the original color.

[pedro2u]

approaching 80K miles and decided to change my plugs today. They look clean, and I think they were original. But the very first one scared me when it took a ton of force to break it loose. When it finally did break loose (but still in the well), I heard a crack and looked in and saw the broken porcelain. Got the shop vac out and using a small pipe sucked out the debris before pulling the plug out. Good news is the other 5 took no effort at all

[pedro2u]

I also replaced my 6MT Alcantara shift boot today. My wife thought mine was a bit faded. And if Mama ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!

When the new 1 arrived, there's really not much difference between them, but I put the new one on anyway. Anyone need a shift boot in pretty good condition? I can share pictures if needed

[Sockethead]

Old Plugs look great!
I'm on my third alcantara boot. They do seem to fade quick and it's seems to be mostly on the passenger side so the wife is probably seeing that all the time

[Vas]

New windshield.

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[pedro2u]

This one's not bad at all. I'm sure you probably get intense southern sun all year too where we rarely get scorching sun up here in the Northeast at all (and no sun at all when our convertibles spend 5-6 months in winter storage)

[Sockethead]

Actually went through two of them while living in NJ. I tend to grab the shifter knob from the side do that could have something to do with it

[pedro2u]

Daytona - what's the part number of the newer style center caps? Just curious. I'm not seeing the difference between the ones on my 05 ZHP or 02 745i that look just like your picture

[John in VA]

Daytona - what's the part number of the newer style center caps? Just curious. I'm not seeing the difference between the ones on my 05 ZHP or 02 745i that look just like your picture

36136783536 - wheel center cap with chrome ring - that's the update - the "chrome" on the circumference. Older style were gray on the outer edge.
Supersedes:
36136768640, 36131095361, 36131180419

[pedro2u]

Thanks John. For my car, 36136783536 is the current part number RealOEM lists but it started availability 5/01/07. It only shows one other, a stamped/painted cap 36136767547 as the superseded one. That one ended on 11/08/2006. Assume that would have been the older style which we must have on our cars

[704sw]

Thanks John. For my car, 36136783536 is the current part number RealOEM lists but it started availability 5/01/07. It only shows one other, a stamped/painted cap 36136767547 as the superseded one. That one ended on 11/08/2006. Assume that would have been the older style which we must have on our cars

Here’s a good side-by-side:

http://www.autowheelcapled.com/media/catalog/product/m/y/my539c_1.jpg

It makes a huge difference, IMO, especially if you don’t have silver wheels anymore.

[John in VA]

It only shows one other, a stamped/painted cap 36136767547 as the superseded one. That one ended on 11/08/2006. Assume that would have been the older style which we must have on our cars
That is only the roundel emblem without the center cap - you could glue that over or in place of the center cap original emblem.

[pedro2u]

Thanks for showing the difference. Mine are definitely the old ones. Time for an upgrade!

[daytona90t]

Daytona - what's the part number of the newer style center caps? Just curious. I'm not seeing the difference between the ones on my 05 ZHP or 02 745i that look just like your picture

Wow! you guys are fast with the responses. I just sat down for the night! Yes, all of the above information is correct. The new ones I ordered from FCP Euro are the 36136783536. This seems to be the only part number available and replaced the older style for all rims. Also, the other part number (36136767547) is only the center roundel piece of the older three piece style that were original on our cars. You would then have to re-use the backing clip portion and the outer ring portion. The new ones are all one piece and the roundel is permanently attached to the backing clip portion.

[pedro2u]

Daytona - I was just looking up that part on FCP when you posted - $14.14 a wheel. Mine were looking tired anyway, so I'm getting them. Thanks for sharing

[704sw]

Daytona - I was just looking up that part on FCP when you posted - $14.14 a wheel. Mine were looking tired anyway, so I'm getting them. Thanks for sharing

I bought mine on amazon or eBay. They were maybe $25 for the set.

[Fenrir]

Pulled ZHP out and gave it the ole Italian tune up today. The Stealth has been pullung DD duty lately so this is the first time the ZHP has been out for over a week.

I let it warm up with some easy driving for about 30 minutes, then hit a nice little backroad and let it sing for awhile. Nothing makes me feel ten years old faster than blipping the throttle on a heel/toe shift and hearing the exhaust pop and fire.

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[Hermes]

The creamsicle is leaving for Oktoberfest in Pittsburgh tomorrow morning... we're still tinkering with it for Jonathan at 2:19am

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New radiator and fan blade; windshield squirters now work as well

[Fenrir]

The creamsicle is leaving for Oktoberfest in Pittsburgh tomorrow morning... we're still tinkering with it for Jonathan at 2:19am

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180630/77b6051a4c1e69b29b9c41337895033b.jpg

New radiator and fan blade; windshield squirters now work as well[emoji106] you guys are definitely burning the midnight oil!

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[05Imola]

Installed M6 seats yesterday. M3 motor and trans mounts today. Almost there

[704sw]

Installed M6 seats yesterday. M3 motor and trans mounts today. Almost there

M6 seats? Pictures?

[joeybananaz18]

finally installed a new drivers side fender. original got whacked pretty bad last thanksgiving. Now I can get to work on a proper paint correction.

[holyc0w]

M6 seats? Pictures?

E63 M6 seats can be used on the E46.

[Rovert]

E63 M6 seats can be used on the E46.

What’s the added advantage to those seats?

[joeybananaz18]

What’s the added advantage to those seats?

didn't they have active bolsters or something like that?

[704sw]

E63 M6 seats can be used on the E46.

Yea somehow I forgot. I think the Z4M seats are still the ones all the M3 guys lust after.


What’s the added advantage to those seats?

See Bananaz below.


didn't they have active bolsters or something like that?

And better headrest adjustment than the M3 seats. I also think they look more “at home” with the rest of the non-M interior. The M3 seats, while very comfortable, do stick out a good bit of you don’t do the full interior conversion.

Oh, and E63 seats come in my personal favorite Saddle Brown. Dammit @05Imola why have you done this to me?!? It’s 07:30 on a Sunday morning, and instead of working on my brake duct DIY I’m shopping for seats I don’t need. FML...

[holyc0w]

Yea somehow I forgot. I think the Z4M seats are still the ones all the M3 guys lust after.


Why is that? Less weight? I think they would look out of place.



Oh, and E63 seats come in my personal favorite Saddle Brown. Dammit @05Imola why have you done this to me?!? It’s 07:30 on a Sunday morning, and instead of working on my brake duct DIY I’m shopping for seats I don’t need. FML...

LOL

[stephenkirsh]

Dustin had m6 seats in his. It’s the best seat I’ve ever sat in.

Bolsters aren’t active, but they’re adjustable.

[Reasoned1]

Started changing pads and rotors and, after 120k miles, HAD to refurbish the calipers, brackets, and hubs (and other odds and ends). Makes for a long, tedious, and nasty job, but looks soooooooo much better...

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[Reasoned1]

2 down, 2 to go (minus the wheel)... If you're wondering why I painted my calipers black, it's because I'm using Rustoleum "Rust Reformer"--I love that stuff! You can paint over it, but I like to leave it alone, because that stuff goes on nice and thin, and I don't worry as much about build-up on surfaces or in holes--plus it blends in really well.

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[704sw]

What kind of rotors are those?

[Reasoned1]

Zimmerman

[joeybananaz18]

we have a shortened week and the wife and I are commuting. With the heat coming on strong this week i thought it would be a good opportunity to apply my first layer of leatherique rejuvenator oil. I'm gonna let it sit overnight and all day tomorrow. When i get in tomorrow night I'm going to apply some more, same on Tuesday night. Wednesday I'm gonna put on the pristine clean and see what the result is.

[cakM3]

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Botond test fitted my Performance Rotors from my M3 on his ZHP and it works with his Wilwood BBKs... nice to know he has access to good useable parts should he need them [emoji41][emoji41]


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[3ZHP]

[emoji106]


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[az3579]

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Botond test fitted my Performance Rotors from my M3 on his ZHP and it works with his Wilwood BBKs... nice to know he has access to good useable parts should he need them [emoji41][emoji41]


Sent from my iPhoneX using Tapatalk ProCharlie really came through for me yesterday. Not only was he willing to sit outside in the terrible heat while I swapped rotors between our ZHPs for test fitment, but also sent me home with a huge 'goodie bag'.

Consider this a teaser. Stay tuned... [emoji41]

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[cakM3]

Charlie really came through for me yesterday. Not only was he willing to sit outside in the terrible heat while I swapped rotors between our ZHPs for test fitment, but also sent me home with a huge 'goodie bag'.

Consider this a teaser. Stay tuned... [emoji41]

What are friends for?! Glad I was able to help you out Botond!! :drevil

[Whammy]

What are friends for?! Glad I was able to help you out Botond!! :drevil

Well done Charlie!

[cakM3]

Well done Charlie!

Thanks! [emoji1417][emoji41]


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[BADCLOWN]

Washed it last night so the GF could drive it today to work. The ZHP will be picking up more daily duties as my 2001 T4R has been sold. The new truck won’t be here until next week or so.

[johnrando]

Nice updates all, gittin er done!

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[Whammy]

Washed it last night so the GF could drive it today to work. The ZHP will be picking up more daily duties as my 2001 T4R has been sold. The new truck won’t be here until next week or so.


what'd you pick up?

[BADCLOWN]

2017 TRD Pro in Cement Gray. 12,500 miles on the odo

[Mannydog]

Had AAA flatbed it to the shop. Leak around the expansion tank, and my tools, jack stands etc are 170 miles away.
The funny part was calling AAA. The very nice call center person asked for all the details on the care: make and model? is it lowered? Is it modified ? Is it a duelly? Does it have a crew cab? :) :)

[704sw]

Speaking of AAA, I’ve read and heard enough horror stories of tow trucks hitching and strapping to parts of the car that shouldn’t be hitched or strapped to, so I picked up these during Garagistic’s last sale. $12 peace of mind.

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[Reasoned1]

Now THAT is a worthwhile investment! Part number and vendor?

[John in VA]

Now THAT is a worthwhile investment! Part number and vendor?
https://store.garagistic.com/bmw-performance-parts/bmw-3-series-parts/e46-performance-parts

[Whammy]

Speaking of AAA, I’ve read and heard enough horror stories of tow trucks hitching and strapping to parts of the car that shouldn’t be hitched or strapped to, so I picked up these during Garagistic’s last sale. $12 peace of mind.

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Is that a legit tow point?

[704sw]

Is that a legit tow point?

I’m sure that answer depends on who you ask. To me it’s more about giving them a place to tether down that won’t involve them (a) using any suspension components, or (b) ruining my wheels by tethering down through the barrels and spokes.

Although if someone did tow from there (like if I was somehow parked in a towaway zone, injured, or was otherwise not present), it’s a better choice than the lower control arm which is very common.

[az3579]

What's wrong with the factory tow hook?

[Reasoned1]

Per the vendor:

REAR SHOCK TIE DOWN ADAPTERS FOR YOUR E30-E46!
If you tow your car to the track , you need a good way to hold down your e30, e36 or e46 bmw. The lower control arms under the 3 series are not ideal. You may have nice wheels on your car and in the case of an emergency, the tow guys might run a strap right on the lip of your rim, potentially ruining the finish. We have a solution to tie down your E30, E36, or E46.

These rear shock tie down adapters make it a snap to locate and secure your vehicle when being transported. Sold in pairs (left and right). Come in bare steel. Please ask if you are intrested in plating No need for install and removal, stays on the car. Does not alter performance. Great as a supplement tie down point as well.

[az3579]

Per the vendor:

REAR SHOCK TIE DOWN ADAPTERS FOR YOUR E30-E46!
If you tow your car to the track , you need a good way to hold down your e30, e36 or e46 bmw. The lower control arms under the 3 series are not ideal. You may have nice wheels on your car and in the case of an emergency, the tow guys might run a strap right on the lip of your rim, potentially ruining the finish. We have a solution to tie down your E30, E36, or E46.

These rear shock tie down adapters make it a snap to locate and secure your vehicle when being transported. Sold in pairs (left and right). Come in bare steel. Please ask if you are intrested in plating No need for install and removal, stays on the car. Does not alter performance. Great as a supplement tie down point as well.

Oh yeah, this is for once it's already on the truck. I forgot about that part.
Thanks for clearing that up.

[Sockethead]

Good find! I need these for when I get my car dyno'd. There is no good attachment points on the back of the car for the straps and they usually end up around the lower control arms.
I'll have to see if they will work I the M2 too...

[cornercarver]

Speaking of AAA, I’ve read and heard enough horror stories of tow trucks hitching and strapping to parts of the car that shouldn’t be hitched or strapped to, so I picked up these during Garagistic’s last sale. $12 peace of mind.
Those look pretty thick... How much thread engagement is left when they're installed?

[704sw]

Those look pretty thick... How much thread engagement is left when they're installed?

I admit they’re meatier than I expected. I’ll let you know once I get around to installing them.

[johnrando]

Those look pretty thick... How much thread engagement is left when they're installed?What do you mean?

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[704sw]

What do you mean?

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It goes in-between the shock and the hub assembly. So by adding the extra 1/8” or so it’s removing some of the thread engagement inside the female part of the hub.

[johnrando]

Ah, thanks. Will wait to see how an install goes then.

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[Johnmadd]

It goes in-between the shock and the hub assembly. So by adding the extra 1/8” or so it’s removing some of the thread engagement inside the female part of the hub.

Go to the home depot and get a slightly longer grade 8 bolt :dunno

[704sw]

Go to the home depot and get a slightly longer grade 8 bolt :dunno

That sounds dangerously close to logic, and we can’t be having any of that now can we?!

[Reasoned1]

Those screws (part number 07119900402) appear to be grade 10.9--courtesy of ECS...

33287

[stephenkirsh]

Coolant temp sensor the easy way. I guess I’ll be holding off on that other crap under the intake manifold until something else breaks.

33288

My wrench combo.

33289

[Hermes]

Is that a legit tow point?

No, it's only for securing your car down to the trailer. We use them on the racecars as it makes locking them in place much easier

[Dual]

I was recently towed by AAA and the driver would only attach to points he was permitted to by management. They're really clamping down on process, at least in my experience.

[ELCID86]

So it’s $36 for a pair?

[danewilson77]

No, it's only for securing your car down to the trailer. We use them on the racecars as it makes locking them in place much easier
What's wrong with the factory tow hook?Is anyone listening?

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[704sw]

So it’s $36 for a pair?

If that question was to me, no they’re sold in pairs. So I paid $18 for both, but that was on sale. I think $20 regularly, plus like $6 to get the powder coated ones instead of bare steel.


Is anyone listening?

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C’mon, Dane. Listening is overrated.

[danewilson77]

If that question was to me, no they’re sold in pairs. So I paid $18 for both, but that was on sale. I think $20 regularly, plus like $6 to get the powder coated ones instead of bare steel.



C’mon, Dane. Listening is overrated.:rofl

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[ZHP Dave]

Painted the lower grill since it was starting to look a bit silbergrau itself, and got an order in with Bimmerworld for more suspension bits.

[JPMo]

Painted the lower grill since it was starting to look a bit silbergrau itself, and got an order in with Bimmerworld for more suspension bits.

What paint did you use?

[D1ESEL]

Drove my M3 for the first time in weeks...

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[704sw]

Drove my M3 for the first time in weeks...

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Killer car, and nice house.

[ZHP Dave]

What paint did you use?

I honestly can't remember. I rarely ever drive the car, and painted it roughly two years ago. I'm going to order a new grill before long, so I didnt care too much about the paint as long as it was black. I previously used trim paint.

[Reasoned1]

Drove my M3 for the first time in weeks...

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This pic would be the perfect image of heaven if it had a couple scantily clad girls leaning over the car...

[704sw]

This pic would be the perfect image of heaven if it had a couple scantily clad girls leaning over the car...

I’m not greedy...I’d settle for one scantily clad girl leaning over the car.

[Reasoned1]

Remember this is heaven we're talking about, and just one is bound to get tuckered out.

[ZHPizza]

Drove my M3 for the first time in weeks...

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1765/43301146031_d34d64a959_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28YnG8i)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/28YnG8i) by MNBoarder (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mnboarder/), on FlickrMan I hate gold wheels until I see them on a clean black car and then I love gold wheels. Beautiful. Thanks for the funny feelings.

[Sockethead]

I'm not a fan of brick houses but that looks really good! Nice car too!

[webster]

there's a house in that pic?

[BADCLOWN]

Love The BBS wheels, specs?

[D1ESEL]

Thanks for the compliments guys. The house is my folks place where I store the car. I normally run a 18" BBS E05 on the car for tracking.

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Love The BBS wheels, specs?

Here is the link to the FS thread I have on them... I just have too many sets of wheels and I prefer the car on 18's

https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1505168

[bimmerteknik]

Not today but, yesterday took the e36 to the shop to install depo euro lamps. Then took the E83 in to do som much needed maintenance; water pump, thermostat, oil pan gasket, oil service, transfer case service and rotate and balance.


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[704sw]

Track mode: disengaged.

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Cleaned off all the rubber chunks and brake dust, put them on the freshly installed rack above the storage room door, and put the PSS/CSLs back on the car.

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Crappy phone picture taken while petsitting for @ZHPizza (and no Nate, Ava did not listen to your "don't bite Spenser too much" instructions) :rofl

Oil change, and much-needed bath.

[ETAction]

Slapped this bad boy on today. Not OEM but genuine CF none the less...

[PetesZ]

Got the passenger door to unlock.

Ended up being the fuse. Must have fried when I put in the new center switch.

Good thing I found this out after I removed the seat and door panel and GM5 module.

Cheers

[BMWCurves]

@704sw I never realized you debadged the trunk

[704sw]

@704sw I never realized you debadged the trunk

I probably would have done it anyway, but my polisher made the decision for me when I did my first detail right after buying the car. The “30” in 330ci” popped right off, kinda’ forced my hand.

I debadged the X3 years ago because the edges of the X were destroying my sponges/towels/polishing pads. I’ve come to just really like the clean look.

[Sockethead]

Slapped this bad boy on today. Not OEM but genuine CF none the less...

Looks great on alpine white!

[san]

I probably would have done it anyway, but my polisher made the decision for me when I did my first detail right after buying the car. The “30” in 330ci” popped right off, kinda’ forced my hand.

I debadged the X3 years ago because the edges of the X were destroying my sponges/towels/polishing pads. I’ve come to just really like the clean look.

PO debadged my zhp. I thought of badging it again because -

People keep asking if it’s a M3

And

Some people think I am trying to fool them into thinking it’s a M3




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[704sw]

PO debadged my zhp. I thought of badging it again because -

People keep asking if it’s a M3

And

Some people think I am trying to fool them into thinking it’s a M3




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Yea, I get that a lot too. “He’s trying to hide the fact he doesn’t have an M!” Or, you know, I just like symmetry.

[san]

Yea, I get that a lot too. “He’s trying to hide the fact he doesn’t have an M!” Or, you know, I just like symmetry.

I thought of getting “E46 ZHP” plate but of course I totally forgot about it when I went to the DMV and am too lazy to waste a few hours waiting in line for it now...



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[Rovert]

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I have done some things that might have devalued the resale of my car. But that doesn’t matter because I had such a ball doing it. [emoji51] Good heavens this thing is a riot!!!

Excuse my co-pilot’s thumb condition. He just removed an RB26 engine out of his GTR R33 yesterday. [emoji23]

[ZHPizza]

and no Nate, Ava did not listen to your "don't bite Spenser too much" instructions

Oh she listened to my instructions alright...

[johnrando]

With Hieu, oil change, dialed in the suspension as the rear settings were too harsh, lowered the rear about 1/8th inch.
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[ZHP_Brandon]

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Installed the Insulation & Tool kit back into my new CSL trunk. I’m missing a few securing clips so bare with the holes lol

I decided to leave a zip tie out of the bracket where the tool box goes mounted too since there’s no where to bolt the tool box too on this trunk. Worked like a charm i think

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It all fit quite well in place despite it being after market.


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[JETSET303]

Oil and filter change before the rain started. Trans and diff in the coming days. Loving the fluid extractor.
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[ELCID86]

New Stoptech Street rear pads at 220,222.

[rkneeshaw]

Track mode: disengaged.

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Cleaned off all the rubber chunks and brake dust, put them on the freshly installed rack above the storage room door, and put the PSS/CSLs back on the car.

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Crappy phone picture taken while petsitting for @ZHPizza (and no Nate, Ava did not listen to your "don't bite Spenser too much" instructions) :rofl

Oil change, and much-needed bath.

LIKE!

I've got an event on those Hankook RS4's and I like them so far. Looks like you have 5 events on yours, how are they holding up?

[stephenkirsh]

New Stoptech Street rear pads at 220,222.

What do the numbers mean?

[Vas]

What do the numbers mean?Mileage

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[704sw]

LIKE!

I've got an event on those Hankook RS4's and I like them so far. Looks like you have 5 events on yours, how are they holding up?

Yep, 5 days over the course of 3 events. Plus I’d say ~1,000 miles back and forth. Keep in mind I’ve never had track tires before, so I don’t have a benchmark, but honestly I’m really not seeing any significant wear (and though I’m new I’m no slouch out there). That could have a lot to do with VIR being pretty freshly repaved, and the Roval’s infield being basically brand new. I know the better driver I become the more I’ll work ‘em, but I love the tires. I’m not sure the performance to price ratio can be beat. They’ll be running at least 2 more events this year.

[ELCID86]

Mileage

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[ZHPizza]

Added a sick eye scar when I left the car backed in, on the rack, with the hood up under the garage door. And you know I didn't think to lower it before the wife came home.

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Got red car looking like Thor over here

[Sockethead]

I did that once... Put the garage door down and forgot to close the hood. Wedged so hard the door reversed. Didn't do any damage at all though, I couldn't believe it. Must been the rubber gasket along the bottom

[fredo]

Ouch. That happened to me with the wife's X3. A small chip of paint fell out. Needless to say, I stayed quiet about it. :ninja

[Sockethead]

Ouch. That happened to me with the wife's X3. A small chip of paint fell out. Needless to say, I stayed quiet about it. :ninja

Haha! standard procedure for husbands, eh? Too bad my wife is a motorhead, I'd never get away with that

[ELCID86]

I did that once...

Me three...

[Hermes]

I changed my trans fluid the other day, 1 bottle of shock proof and topped off with factory stuff
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[FungShui]

I did that once... Put the garage door down and forgot to close the hood. Wedged so hard the door reversed. Didn't do any damage at all though, I couldn't believe it. Must been the rubber gasket along the bottom

My girlfriend closed the garage door on the Z4MC a week after getting it. Left a deep scratch on the newly painted spoiler... She felt bad for a week but its nothing that can't be repaired.

[Sockethead]

I changed my trans fluid the other day, 1 bottle of shock proof and topped off with factory stuff


That's the factory fluid? I thought the OEM stuff was much thinner and only came in a 5 gallon bucket...

[3ZHP]

Bath Day!

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[PetesZ]

Put all the crap back together.

Door panel seat GM5 module glove box.

Sure wish I had found the fuse before I pulled it all out with the locked door shut.

Much much easier with door open.

[fredo]

Bath Day!

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Looking good, Guy. Last time my ZHP was washed goes back to March when the Optimum Gloss Coat was applied. It's been garaged most of the time, so still looks fairly clean to me.

[Hermes]

That's the factory fluid? I thought the OEM stuff was much thinner and only came in a 5 gallon bucket...

According to the sticker on my trans this is the correct fluid

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"Lifetime oil, No oil change"

Edit: I just looked at inventory, the bottle I posted is now NLA and 0 in stock at BMW. It has been superseded by a 1L bottle (83-22-2-339-219)

[PetesZ]

Pentosin makes a quality MTF 2 that you can get at oreilies

[pedro2u]

I just put WD-40 white lithium grease on all the moving parts of my convertible top, and WD-40 silicon grease on the door seal gaskets. I bought the grease a while ago but I just watched the Goss' Garage video and it motivated me to get out there and do it. Q-tips, genius....... 10 minutes tops.

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

Hard to tell if it had ever been done by the PO. But here's a lot of things in motion back there and an ounce of prevention........

Now time for me to start a mild Friday night lubrication, but that's a different thread............

[san]

Got the starter replaced at a shop yesterday. Today I got the SES light for the time under my ownership. I took the intake boots out as I thought the shop might’ve messed up while installing but they seemed ok. Installed them back and will be going to autozone tomorrow to get them to read codes.


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[704sw]

Got the starter replaced at a shop yesterday. Today I got the SES light for the time under my ownership. I took the intake boots out as I thought the shop might’ve messed up while installing but they seemed ok. Installed them back and will be going to autozone tomorrow to get them to read codes.


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Just curious, what did it run you to replace the starter?

[san]

Just curious, what did it run you to replace the starter?

Would’ve been $620 but ended up being $720 cause I’m an idiot. Dealership quoted $1250 and another shop quoted $800...


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[johnrando]

I just put WD-40 white lithium grease on all the moving parts of my convertible top, and WD-40 silicon grease on the door seal gaskets. I bought the grease a while ago but I just watched the Goss' Garage video and it motivated me to get out there and do it. Q-tips, genius....... 10 minutes tops.

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

Hard to tell if it had ever been done by the PO. But here's a lot of things in motion back there and an ounce of prevention........

Now time for me to start a mild Friday night lubrication, but that's a different thread............

Def LIKE. Need to do this.

[BMWCurves]

Would’ve been $620 but ended up being $720 cause I’m an idiot. Dealership quoted $1250 and another shop quoted $800...


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Elaborate?

[ELCID86]

Just curious, what did it run you to replace the starter?

Paid $509 via YourMechanic.com. Best money I’ve spent on this car. Mechanic did the work in my garage. Bosch starter.

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[BMWCurves]

Gave her a quick wash followed by vacuuming and wiping down all interior surfaces.

[Newjack]

Paid $509 via YourMechanic.com. Best money I’ve spent on this car. Mechanic did the work in my garage. Bosch starter.

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Please elaborate on what this is

[ELCID86]

Please elaborate on what this is

Website that offers a mechanic that meets you at your preferred location. Dan Mac turned me onto them. You can get a quote online and see reviews of the mechanics. I’m guessing you may be able to get the same guy I did—Emmette Greene. See YourMechanic.com.

[Newjack]

Website that offers a mechanic that meets you at your preferred location. Dan Mac turned me onto them. You can get a quote online and see reviews of the mechanics. I’m guessing you may be able to get the same guy I did—Emmette Greene. See YourMechanic.com.That's a pretty cool idea. I'd still rather take my car to my trusted mechanic, but if I'm in a pinch this would be a lot better than taking it to a shady shop who won't let you see what they are doing

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[cakM3]

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Thanks to Shawn (he supplied the mirror motor mounting plates), I was able to help Colin retrofit his ZHP coupe side mirrors into his OEM M3 side mirrors. All in all it was an awesome evening sharing my garage with both Colin and Botond while we rebuilt his side mirrors [emoji16]

I also painted my ZHP’s steering wheel trim Imola this afternoon....
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I also gave Botond my spare driver’s door weather seal as his was in very bad shape...

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[johnrando]

Love family helping family

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[Sockethead]

Sounds like fun!

[cakM3]

Love family helping family

You know that's what I'm all about John! :thumbsup


Sounds like fun!

It was an awesome time Rob! We hung out and just had a great time chatting it up until about midnight when it was time for both Colin and Botond to head home.
We all had a great time today! :)

[fredo]

Website that offers a mechanic that meets you at your preferred location. Dan Mac turned me onto them. You can get a quote online and see reviews of the mechanics. I’m guessing you may be able to get the same guy I did—Emmette Greene. See YourMechanic.com.

+1 on yourmechanic.com ... I hired them to do some work on my Saab. I provided my own parts to save a little extra. The guy was very cool, and he showed and explained to me what he was doing to the car. :thumbup

[san]

Elaborate?

I asked for a quote to replace the starter. They asked if I would like to have the battery and alternator and starter checked and make sure it is indeed the starter for $30 first. Seemed reasonable so I said ok. Probably the person who asked me didn’t know where the starter was. After dropping the car off I get a call saying because of the starter location it’s gonna cost $50 more but they checked the battery and alternator but found no fault. At this point I should’ve said just tell me how much to replace the starter and to not check the starter condition cause it’s quite obvious it’s the starter that’s causing the no crank issue. But me being at work and busy said “ya whatever make sure it’s the starter before you tear apart stuff”. So i guess it cost me an additional $50 not $100.

Now I have an SES light which the generic auto zone code reader shows as p1515 and p0174. I called them up and told them about the SES light and they asked me to bring it back. I’m sure they’ll try and get me to pay again. How I wish I have a garage now so I didn’t have to deal with this crap and do it right myself...



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[stephenkirsh]

Before/after of polishing these guys up.

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