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

[Sockethead]

Very nice!

[stephenkirsh]

Finally hand washed it today to get all the tire marks off of it from Thunderhill 2 weeks ago.

[PetesZ]

Picking up a roof rack from a fellow member for the race car.

My running days are over due to plantar fasciitis so this will be the mountain bike transport.

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[DeathTrap]

Crayon smell delete
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1950/43377673750_caf4fd2459_z.jpg

[johnrando]

Nice.

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[ZHPizza]

Picking up a roof rack from a fellow member for the race car.

My running days are over due to plantar fasciitis so this will be the mountain bike transport.

34041I got out on the highway today with my non-fairing-ed Thule rack and was shocked at how quiet it was. I can hear a slight whistle around 35mph with the windows down, but you really have to look for any added wind noise at 80mph.

Crayon smell delete
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1950/43377673750_caf4fd2459_z.jpgSad day. I miss the crayon smell.

[PetesZ]

Same. I put my oem insulation back in.

Bonus

[Sockethead]

That’s the first thing I ripped out when I bought my car... a BMW should smell of fine leather not an old shoe :)

[VAB5]

Restored the passenger door pull. 15 minutes to carefully mask the door, a little Krylon black satin paint, and a new switch plug. Great result:

https://i.imgur.com/9uBE9zF.jpg

Doing the driver pull next. Passenger was just as bad:

https://i.imgur.com/5UgDvR4.jpg

[Vas]

Installed some glossy black grills on my mom's zhp. $35 prime shipping from Amazon.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181009/0fe7e62fcccf5960be94940484f64903.jpg

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[John in VA]

Restored the passenger door pull. 15 minutes to carefully mask the door, a little Krylon black satin paint, and a new switch plug. Great result:
https://i.imgur.com/9uBE9zF.jpg
Nice work! I need to do the same thing. Can you elaborate on your technique (light/heavy/number of coats)?

[stephenkirsh]

Added a third sticker. Visited all 3 this year.

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[johnrando]

Door looks great! As do the grills. Nice, re added sticker.

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[RUS_ZHP]

Nice work! I need to do the same thing. Can you elaborate on your technique (light/heavy/number of coats)?+1! Trim looks brand new

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[ZHPizza]

Nice work! I need to do the same thing. Can you elaborate on your technique (light/heavy/number of coats)?
+1! Trim looks brand new

Sent from my SM-G900V using TapatalkHere is a DIY that I had saved on the subject

http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?1807374-DIY-ZHP-Black-Cube-Interior-Repair

[VAB5]

Nice work! I need to do the same thing. Can you elaborate on your technique (light/heavy/number of coats)?

Thanks! I did the same on my dash trim and shifter surround a year or two back, and it's held up really well. Technique is just 4 light coats, waiting a couple of minutes between coats. I was afraid to do more because it may lose detail.

I did NO sanding--just clean with a damp cloth.

[704sw]

Thanks! I did the same on my dash trim and shifter surround a year or two back, and it's held up really well. Technique is just 4 light coats, waiting a couple of minutes between coats. I was afraid to do more because it may lose detail.

I did NO sanding--just clean with a damp cloth.

Did you do any kind of clear coat over it? The only reason I have not “restored” mine yet is because I’m worried about durability (I’ve used spray paint a lot for things around the house like changing all the brass hardware to black, painting light fixtures, etc. and spray paint just isn’t very durable).

I’m also hoping to stumble upon a bargain silver set of armrests, but that’s a different story.

[VAB5]

Did you do any kind of clear coat over it? The only reason I have not “restored” mine yet is because I’m worried about durability (I’ve used spray paint a lot for things around the house like changing all the brass hardware to black, painting light fixtures, etc. and spray paint just isn’t very durable).

I’m also hoping to stumble upon a bargain silver set of armrests, but that’s a different story.

No clear coat. The stuff I did previously has held up well, particularly the shifter surround, which sees the most action. I don't have ANY chips/scratches--it still looks as good as the day I did it.

The way I look at it, this cost me under 10 bucks for paint, and the time it takes to mask the doors or remove/replace the dash trim, which is a great trade off for the improved looks. If I have to do it again in another year, I don't mind. If I added up the time for ALL of it, it's probably less than 2 hours invested.

It's kinda like headlight restoration.

[joeybananaz18]

Restored the passenger door pull. 15 minutes to carefully mask the door, a little Krylon black satin paint, and a new switch plug. Great result:

https://i.imgur.com/9uBE9zF.jpg

Doing the driver pull next. Passenger was just as bad:

https://i.imgur.com/5UgDvR4.jpg

Thats awesome. any idea if its possible to hit it with some clear coat to give it a "piano" effect?

[704sw]

No clear coat. The stuff I did previously has held up well, particularly the shifter surround, which sees the most action. I don't have ANY chips/scratches--it still looks as good as the day I did it.

The way I look at it, this cost me under 10 bucks for paint, and the time it takes to mask the doors or remove/replace the dash trim, which is a great trade off for the improved looks. If I have to do it again in another year, I don't mind. If I added up the time for ALL of it, it's probably less than 2 hours invested.

It's kinda like headlight restoration.

Understood, btw thanks for reminding I should do this when I get the car back from the bodyshop.


Thats awesome. any idea if its possible to hit it with some clear coat to give it a "piano" effect?

Yes, but the concern is the more layers you put over the original cube you’ll lose the texture, and the way light refracts off the cube texture is what makes it so visually appealing and interesting.

[az3579]

I sprayed an old set of silver sure trim previously, using light coats. You lose a lot of the 'pop' from the cubes, but they are still visible.

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[BADCLOWN]

I can’t believe the results on those trim pieces, they look brand new

[VAB5]

I can’t believe the results on those trim pieces, they look brand new

Could be my imagination, but the respray really makes the black cube pop. Here are the bits I did a year or so ago. They still look great.

https://i.imgur.com/SzIm9TR.jpg

[papa_g]

awesome work on the trim. On my to do list. Bruce told me I could restore them with a sharpy. I tried, and the results sucked hahaa

[Sockethead]

Sharpie black has a little purple in it....

[papa_g]

Sharpie black has a little purple in it....

this i know now :cheers

[holyc0w]

I used a sharpie to touch-up the corners on the LCM switch panel.

[johnrando]

Updated my project thread with recent work done with Hieu over the past few days: new Control Arms (fcabs were done months earlier), adjustable end-links, Rouge RSMs, Steering Coupler, new tie-rods. Also fixed ambient temp sensor.



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[papa_g]

nice job. tierods, endlinks and steering couple are coming up for me real soon

[ELCID86]

Restored the passenger door pull. 15 minutes to carefully mask the door, a little Krylon black satin paint, and a new switch plug. Great result:



Doing the driver pull next. Passenger was just as bad:



Looks great. I did my black trim a few years back too.

[Whammy]

If all goes well, I will be ZHP-less by the end of the day. I am going to miss the car but at the same time I realize it is time to pass it on. Luckily it is another enthusiast (and prior ZHP owner) and not some high school kid. I will get him on the site post sale.

[NYRhockey]

Picked it up from major surgery! Overall thought the price was reasonable, but yikes.

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[webster]

been getting a creak/squeak thing from somewhere in the front suspension going over speedbumps lately. something in there is squirrely.

also when i'm idle/low speeds and turn the wheel to the left i hear an "eeeeeeek" type sound - wonder what that is?

[704sw]

Picked it up from major surgery! Overall thought the price was reasonable, but yikes.

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I would gladly pay $506 for the OPG. That’s a good price on a job I’m dreading.

[papa_g]

Picked it up from major surgery! Overall thought the price was reasonable, but yikes.

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5w-20 oil? not trying to turn this into an oil discussion, because we all know where that leads, but I don't think Mobile 1 makes LL-01 oil in that weight...
otherwise, it sickens me how much they mark-up parts. Also, 3 hours for FCABs?! should take 45 minutes MAX if you have a lift and the proper equipment.

[NYRhockey]

5w-20 oil? not trying to turn this into an oil discussion, because we all know where that leads, but I don't think Mobile 1 makes LL-01 oil in that weight...
otherwise, it sickens me how much they mark-up parts. Also, 3 hours for FCABs?! should take 45 minutes MAX if you have a lift and the proper equipment.

4.6 hours for OPG seems low as had always been quoted around 7 of labor so I’m guessing they misallocated some hours.

As for the oil, if anything its the amount that caught my eye as being high but i could be totally wrong.


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[VAB5]

Picked it up from major surgery! Overall thought the price was reasonable, but yikes.


Holy cow, YES that's reasonable!!

[san]

I would gladly pay $506 for the OPG. That’s a good price on a job I’m dreading.

If only we were closer we could tag team and replace it on both our cars...


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[Vas]

I did two of them. Took me roughly 5 hours on jackstands.

Will gladly help out. Name a time and place.

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[ELCID86]

I did two of them. Took me roughly 5 hours on jackstands.

Will gladly help out. Name a time and place.

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Saturday at 0930! ;-) well maybe one Saturday soon (when they finish my garage!!)

[papa_g]

Damnit I wish you guys were in seattle. I'm pretty set on taking mine to a DIY shop where I can rent a lift for like $25 an hour. Doing a lost more than just the OPG anyway

[Vas]

Glad to assist when I can
Saturday at 0930! ;-) well maybe one Saturday soon (when they finish my garage!!)

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[az3579]

Ugh. Gave my hazard switch to NYRhockey and bought myself a replacement switch. Turns out this is one case where the OEM brand (Febi) is NOT the same as OE. :shifty

The lighting for the door locks is more red than the rest of the interior.

Genuine BMW, broken switch:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/e97574b034db75cccd5e61301fe79a4f.jpg

"OEM" Febi switch:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/d3d46952893f9a8ccd8c603d6bf36e9a.jpg



What a stupid difference, but it bothers the crap out of me. The Genuine switch is a laughable $40+!
Guess I'll be returning this one to FCP and buying a used switch off eBay...

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[san]

Ugh. Gave my hazard switch to NYRhockey and bought myself a replacement switch. Turns out this is one case where the OEM brand (Febi) is NOT the same as OE. :shifty

The lighting for the door locks is more red than the rest of the interior.

Genuine BMW, broken switch:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/e97574b034db75cccd5e61301fe79a4f.jpg

"OEM" Febi switch:

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181012/d3d46952893f9a8ccd8c603d6bf36e9a.jpg



What a stupid difference, but it bothers the crap out of me. The Genuine switch is a laughable $40+!
Guess I'll be returning this one to FCP and buying a used switch off eBay...

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When my thermostat failed recently, I noticed that the PO replaced the original with Febi (I think) which had the bmw logo scratched off. I bought a genuine BMW thermostat to replace it and it had a bmw logo as well as wahler (I think). Basically they are not made by the same company and makes me think that just because the bmw logo is scratched off of a part, it doesn’t mean that it is an OE part.


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[az3579]

Basically they are not made by the same company and makes me think that just because the bmw logo is scratched off of a part, it doesn’t mean that it is an OE part.

If that was the case, it never would have had the BMW logo on it to begin with. They don't make a part just to scratch the logo off. lol

[san]

If that was the case, it never would have had the BMW logo on it to begin with. They don't make a part just to scratch the logo off. lol

Well ya. The most likely reason is that they were once an OE supplier and BMW decided to change suppliers later, so instead of retooling they just decided it was cheaper to scratch the logo after the part is made. It is also possible that the part they make now might not meet BMW standards.


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[Fenrir]

Picked the car up from the shop today. Time to finish sanding the trunk and get some protection on the CF. I'll get around to the hood once I have some more time set aside. Also plan to order a new engine splash guard and wheel well panels. Gonna be a busy fall and winter.

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[ComradeNick]

Been a strange couple of days, car got hit and between two body-shop estimates looks like its going to be 3-4k and 2 weeks w/o my car.



On the bright side my new floor mats and mafia stickers came in the mail :dueling

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[704sw]

Been a strange couple of days, car got hit and between two body-shop estimates looks like its going to be 3-4k and 2 weeks w/o my car.

Sounds familiar. I got hit in a parking lot on 09/14, still don’t have her back yet.

[fredo]

Initially, i read 09/14 as sept 2014. Not that bad, but still bad.

[az3579]

Sounds familiar. I got hit in a parking lot on 09/14, still don’t have her back yet.

WTF is taking them so long??? Are they still backed up from the storm?

[704sw]

WTF is taking them so long??? Are they still backed up from the storm?

Nope, Progressive tried cutting a bunch of corners. After this experience I wouldn’t accept a policy from them if it was free.

[Johnmadd]

Nope, Progressive tried cutting a bunch of corners. After this experience I wouldn’t accept a policy from them if it was free.

Really, I've had good experiences with progressive when I've had to make a claim.

[704sw]

Really, I've had good experiences with progressive when I've had to make a claim.

Yep. They said my car was worth $4,200 when they tried to total it. Said it was a non-sport 330i with wood interior and leatherette seats. One lady said “frankly sir you don’t know what you’re talking about” when I told her that could not have been a less accurate appraisal if she tried. They tried to tell me I could not take it to a shop of my choosing. They tried to replace my headlight with a non-HID unit. I’ve dealt with 3 individuals from multiple levels of authority in 2 different time zones. It’s just been a joke (read: one month ongoing headache).

[Newjack]

Yep. They said my car was worth $4,200 when they tried to total it. Said it was a non-sport 330i with wood interior and leatherette seats. One lady said “frankly sir you don’t know what you’re talking about” when I told her that could not have been a less accurate appraisal if she tried. They tried to tell me I could not take it to a shop of my choosing. They tried to replace my headlight with a non-HID unit. I’ve dealt with 3 individuals from multiple levels of authority in 2 different time zones. It’s just been a joke (read: one month ongoing headache).

This is my nightmare. Sorry things went this way

[Sockethead]

Sounds like My wife's dealing with State Farm on her customer's behalf and our own experience with them. State Farm sucks too... Same shit they don't know what the hell they're looking at then they act like they're experts. This one adjuster told my wife she didn't know what she was talking about and obviously, she knew my wife worked at the dealership

[tomnobes]

Yep. They said my car was worth $4,200 when they tried to total it. Said it was a non-sport 330i with wood interior and leatherette seats. One lady said “frankly sir you don’t know what you’re talking about” when I told her that could not have been a less accurate appraisal if she tried. They tried to tell me I could not take it to a shop of my choosing. They tried to replace my headlight with a non-HID unit. I’ve dealt with 3 individuals from multiple levels of authority in 2 different time zones. It’s just been a joke (read: one month ongoing headache).Jeez that's rough. Hope it all gets settled soon. And $4,200...? I'd buy your car for that unfixed in a heartbeat..lol. I even had a 80k mile 325xi that I got nearly 11k for after it was totalled. I'd love to come see it btw once it's fixed. I live right by Uncc but only have a little over a semester left of school until I likely move back to Raleigh/Cary area

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[ZHPizza]

Jeez that's rough. Hope it all gets settled soon. And $4,200...? I'd buy your car for that unfixed in a heartbeat..lol. I even had a 80k mile 325xi that I got nearly 11k for after it was totalled. I'd love to come see it btw once it's fixed. I live right by Uncc but only have a little over a semester left of school until I likely move back to Raleigh/Cary area

Sent from my SM-G930V using TapatalkDang man we definitely gotta get up. I've never seen natty brown in person.

[704sw]

This is my nightmare. Sorry things went this way

Thanks, and sorry I just saw your PM from the other week. The latest Tapatalk update has my notifications all wonky, and I haven’t logged into the forum on my laptop in ages.


This one adjuster told my wife she didn't know what she was talking about and obviously, she knew my wife worked at the dealership

When she said I didn’t know what I was talking about I asked what made her more of an expert on E46 valuation, and she said “E-forty-what?” I laughed and said “exactly.”



Jeez that's rough. Hope it all gets settled soon. And $4,200...? I'd buy your car for that unfixed in a heartbeat..lol. I even had a 80k mile 325xi that I got nearly 11k for after it was totalled. I'd love to come see it btw once it's fixed. I live right by Uncc but only have a little over a semester left of school until I likely move back to Raleigh/Cary area

Funny enough I told her I could probably receive 5 offers in 24 hours to buy the car unrepaired at $4,200.

I’m actually in Greensboro now, so I’m pretty much equidistant from the Triangle as I am UNCC. Next time I’m down your way I’ll let you know (or next time you pass by here on 85 hit me up).

[tomnobes]

Dang man we definitely gotta get up. I've never seen natty brown in person.Definitely! I think I'm gonna get an Xtrons unit within the next few months after seeing your thread on that (or the eonon) whichever it was..

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[tomnobes]

Thanks, and sorry I just saw your PM from the other week. The latest Tapatalk update has my notifications all wonky, and I haven’t logged into the forum on my laptop in ages.



When she said I didn’t know what I was talking about I asked what made her more of an expert on E46 valuation, and she said “E-forty-what?” I laughed and said “exactly.”




Funny enough I told her I could probably receive 5 offers in 24 hours to buy the car unrepaired at $4,200.

I’m actually in Greensboro now, so I’m pretty much equidistant from the Triangle as I am UNCC. Next time I’m down your way I’ll let you know (or next time you pass by here on 85 hit me up).Sounds good. Maybe when I head back for break I can stop by [emoji106]

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[Johnmadd]

Yeah bro, PM me if you want to sell.

[ComradeNick]

Yep. They said my car was worth $4,200 when they tried to total it. Said it was a non-sport 330i with wood interior and leatherette seats. One lady said “frankly sir you don’t know what you’re talking about” when I told her that could not have been a less accurate appraisal if she tried. They tried to tell me I could not take it to a shop of my choosing. They tried to replace my headlight with a non-HID unit. I’ve dealt with 3 individuals from multiple levels of authority in 2 different time zones. It’s just been a joke (read: one month ongoing headache).

Yeah that’s what I’m worried about rn, hopefully the person who does the value doesn’t just plug in standard options on kbb and call it a day.


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[danewilson77]

Reppin! Looks great!

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[joeybananaz18]

my indy had the car for a couple of days. got new control arms, control arm bushings and RTABS put in. other than a rusty brake line and a slight oil pan leak, the guys gave it a clean bill of health december ill be retrofitting heating seats with their help.

[san]

Got the SES light [emoji24]


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[stephenkirsh]

Got the SES light [emoji24]


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Ah the ol’ $E$ light. Good luck!

[Reasoned1]

On my 2005 330xi, I get an SEL almost every time I power-wash it and simetimes when it rains/snows, but it goes away after a day or two. How's it running?

[san]

On my 2005 330xi, I get an SEL almost every time I power-wash it and simetimes when it rains/snows, but it goes away after a day or two. How's it running?

Runs and idles normally. I don’t have a bmw code reader so I’ll go to autozone and get the generic codes read and start from there.


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[johnrando]

Put this in 'what did u buy...'. Replaced motor mounts, dyno'd car.34132

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[fredo]

That sounds good. What numbers did you get from the Dyno ?

[PetesZ]

Raced the crap out of the track car. Got 2nd in D street. Child #2 got 2nd in the ladies.

Did not run into the ditch like one corvette and one mustang. Ouch...

Suspension +1

Tires -10

Time for race tires

[704sw]

Raced the crap out of the track car. Got 2nd in D street. Child #2 got 2nd in the ladies.

Did not run into the ditch like one corvette and one mustang. Ouch...

Suspension +1

Tires -10

Time for race tires

What kind of tires have you been running up to this point?

[ZHPizza]

Raced the crap out of the track car. Got 2nd in D street. Child #2 got 2nd in the ladies.

Did not run into the ditch like one corvette and one mustang. Ouch...

Suspension +1

Tires -10

Time for race tiresYooo how was the 3.64 on the course??

[stephenkirsh]

His ZHP. Her ZSP.


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Bought my dad’s E46 with 95k on it since he bought an e90m.

[704sw]

His ZHP. Her ZSP.


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Bought my dad’s E46 with 95k on it since he bought an e90m.

Looks good, congrats.

[PetesZ]

The 3.64 differential was a blast. Way better acceleration, most of course was in third.
Initial launch is just all wheel spin until I shift before the first cones

Child 2 liked the rev limit in 2nd.

Current tires are DWS 06 all weather. just need more grip. Next season is going to Potenza or Hoosier.

[BMWM3186]

Autocrossed for the first time last weekend. I had less understeer than expected and fuel starved the car a few times since I only had 3/8 of a tank.

Here is my last and fastest run of the day. Criticisms Welcome. I Also rolled 100k on the way to the autocross.

https://youtu.be/VNpk8e-mQ9g

[ZHPizza]

Autocrossed for the first time last weekend. I had less understeer than expected and fuel starved the car a few times since I only had 3/8 of a tank.

Here is my last and fastest run of the day. Criticisms Welcome. I Also rolled 100k on the way to the autocross.

https://youtu.be/VNpk8e-mQ9g

Nice! Pop this bad boy in the tank under the fuel pump to avoid starvation:

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-fuel-baffle-fixture-16112229656

I just installed it last weekend and tested it yesterday. Ran it down to the low fuel light on a track with several long right handers with zero issues.

[BMWM3186]

Nice! Pop this bad boy in the tank under the fuel pump to avoid starvation:

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-fuel-baffle-fixture-16112229656

I just installed it last weekend and tested it yesterday. Ran it down to the low fuel light on a track with several long right handers with zero issues.Good to know that works!

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[Vas]

Thanks for sharing this.

Nothing personal but you should work on your hand placement. Arms should never cross each other but move fluidly around the wheel ( no shuffle steering )
Autocrossed for the first time last weekend. I had less understeer than expected and fuel starved the car a few times since I only had 3/8 of a tank.

Here is my last and fastest run of the day. Criticisms Welcome. I Also rolled 100k on the way to the autocross.

https://youtu.be/VNpk8e-mQ9g

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[johnrando]

That sounds good. What numbers did you get from the Dyno ?255 at the wheel then add the normal 15%. I was hoping for a bit more but others are telling me that is plenty for an auto.

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[stephenkirsh]

255 at the wheel then add the normal 15%. I was hoping for a bit more but others are telling me that is plenty for an auto.

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That’s really good. What mods do you have?

[ZHPizza]

That’s really good. What mods do you have?

His sig on desktop:

ZHP Performance Package, Cold Weather Package, Leather, Jet Black/Black/BlackCube, NAV
ESS Stage 1 Twin Screw Supercharger, Sprint Booster, BMW Perf Intake, Magnaflow Exhaust, Dinan TB & STEP S/W, Ground Control Coilovers, UCC Sway Bars, Apex EC-7 18x8.5 ET38
Dynavin D99+, Hardwire V1 (w/V1 Connection), BSW Stage 1 Speakers, Kicker Amp/Subwoofer
BMW Performance Strut Brace, Orion V2 Angel Eyes, No-holes License Plate, SMG Paddle Shift Mod, Besian VANOS, Gold DISA, Fan Delete, M3 Side Mirrors

[tomnobes]

I like the look with the new stickers. Anyone have an idea on how much HP/Torque they add? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181025/ab40d67f2e4ce7e9d142a4bb7ddf446b.jpg

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[704sw]

I like the look with the new stickers. Anyone have an idea on how much HP/Torque they add? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181025/ab40d67f2e4ce7e9d142a4bb7ddf446b.jpg

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3hp at the wheel, 5hp at the crank.

Per side.

[Hornung418]

You get a full 10whp if you remove the .com
3hp at the wheel, 5hp at the crank.

Per side.

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[704sw]

You get a full 10whp if you remove the .com

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Duh.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181025/04d90b25ce6ec2bcf6015a7b6d086ae7.jpg

[tomnobes]

You get a full 10whp if you remove the .com

Sent from my Pixel XL using TapatalkMaybe once I get a handle on the 6 HP I'll remove the .com but I don't wanna get too crazy right away

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[ZHPizza]

@704sw you already got CMP on there???

[johnrando]

That’s really good. What mods do you have?Thanks. And, thanks zhppizza for the answer. It's really the supercharger (at 5 PSI).

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[704sw]

@704sw you already got CMP on there???

Yep, when I ordered my Roval sticker I bought the stickers for a few other tracks I know I’ll be driving (Roebling, Road Atlanta, CMP) because shipping was slow and flat rate. That way I’ll have them ready for when I earn them.

[jwalther]

Oil change, FCABs and new rear tires (Continental DWS 06) in the last week.

[Sreten]

Look who arrived back to its home country.

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[704sw]

Look who arrived back to its home country.

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Congrats on your Opel.

[Sockethead]

Filthy dirty.... and it still looks great

[ZHPizza]

Look who arrived back to its home country.

https://i.postimg.cc/Xqx714pk/20181031-171842.jpg (https://postimg.cc/V0r8dy9J)Nacht Reiter

[Vas]

Next project. Refinish the trim

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[az3579]

Replaced the fuel tank breather valve on the touring and reset the CEL. Finally passed emissions, got it registered.

But, my favorite thing I did today... I changed the stupid US tail light coding to the euro style. From the factory, for some reason the US tourings had both the brake lights AND the turn signals come on when both braking AND while using the turn signal. This is the stupidest configuration possible, and is essentially what the American cars do. Not only that, but the lights are all red, which is also idiotic.

I switched it to the euro coding, which is a dedicated brake light and turn signal. The turn signal is still red, but I aim to change that down the road with the clear turn signal lamps, just like the actual euro cars.

So much better! Previously, the top sections above the LED running lights would also be lit in this scenario.

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[ZHPizza]

Replaced the fuel tank breather valve on the touring and reset the CEL. Finally passed emissions, got it registered.

But, my favorite thing I did today... I changed the stupid US tail light coding to the euro style. From the factory, for some reason the US tourings had both the brake lights AND the turn signals come on when both braking AND while using the turn signal. This is the stupidest configuration possible, and is essentially what the American cars do. Not only that, but the lights are all red, which is also idiotic.

I switched it to the euro coding, which is a dedicated brake light and turn signal. The turn signal is still red, but I aim to change that down the road with the clear turn signal lamps, just like the actual euro cars.

So much better! Previously, the top sections above the LED running lights would also be lit in this scenario.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181109/f0ef8b285023b2094c0896cd54270da3.jpgThank you for your service to the amber indicator master race

Feck red turn signals and the VAG that pushes them

[az3579]

Thank you for your service to the amber indicator master race

Feck red turn signals and the VAG that pushes them


This x10000. Money I wish I didn't have to spend, but I have morals.

[johnrando]

Nice BP!

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[brettbimmer]

Cool coding BP. Hope you are lovin' the E39 wagon!

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[stephenkirsh]

Reattached the intake box and hoses on the ZSP. Getting lean on banks 1 & 2. Hope I just didn’t put it back together right.

[Yass_ZHP]

Hey guys, last mod was around a month ago, the AA headers (loving them)

But now looking around for a refresh of bushings all over, found a nice deal on garagistic bushings, but still missing the sway bar ones. And a question comes to mind, when looking into the rear sway bar, is it 18mm? Because it says NON SPORT, are these right for our beloved ZHPs? Are they 18mm or 22?

Thanks guys!

[PetesZ]

The coupe is 18 mmhttps://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-suspension-stabilizer-bar-bushing-33551138104

[ZHPizza]

The coupe is 18 mmhttps://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-suspension-stabilizer-bar-bushing-33551138104

Yup, sedan too.

Convertible and xi models got a 20mm bar

[bvmackin]

With FCP Euro supplied parts and my Indy Mechanic's labor, replaced cooling system including radiator, water pump, theromstat (had soft failed), expansion tank, hoses, and temp sensor. Also replaced leaky VCG, and "while you are in there" the spark plugs and one coil which broke during removal. Finally, replaced leaky OFHG.

May sound like a lot, but considering I bought this vehicle on the cheap a year and 11K miles ago (at 155K, now at 166K miles) and have only done a couple of oil changes up to this point, I was happy to put this money in to keep this one on the road and running reliably well!

[704sw]

With FCP Euro supplied parts and my Indy Mechanic's labor, replaced cooling system including radiator, water pump, theromstat (had soft failed), expansion tank, hoses, and temp sensor. Also replaced leaky VCG, and "while you are in there" the spark plugs and one coil which broke during removal. Finally, replaced leaky OFHG.

May sound like a lot, but considering I bought this vehicle on the cheap a year and 11K miles ago (at 155K, now at 166K miles) and have only done a couple of oil changes up to this point, I was happy to put this money in to keep this one on the road and running reliably well!

Good stuff. “While you’re in there” is absolutely the way to do it. I’ve tried to put off a few things instead of doing them while I was working on something nearby and it’s bitten me in the ass both times.

[az3579]

Swapped my ZHP to winter tires last night, not that I plan on driving it on the salty crappy roads now that I have the touring. Discovered the inside parts of two of the tires are bald... ugh. Don't want to buy another set of winters, but also don't want to buy no-seasons. Summers aren't ideal in the winter. Decisions...

[Newjack]

Swapped my ZHP to winter tires last night, not that I plan on driving it on the salty crappy roads now that I have the touring. Discovered the inside parts of two of the tires are bald... ugh. Don't want to buy another set of winters, but also don't want to buy no-seasons. Summers aren't ideal in the winter. Decisions...

Drive it on those balding tires

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[ZHPizza]

Swapped my ZHP to winter tires last night, not that I plan on driving it on the salty crappy roads now that I have the touring. Discovered the inside parts of two of the tires are bald... ugh. Don't want to buy another set of winters, but also don't want to buy no-seasons. Summers aren't ideal in the winter. Decisions...

If you're not going to drive it in the winter, then why are you worried?

Or are you saying you won't drive it in the snow, but on those occasional sunny 50F days in winter?

[az3579]

If you're not going to drive it in the winter, then why are you worried?

Or are you saying you won't drive it in the snow, but on those occasional sunny 50F days in winter?

I will definitely drive it on dry days, regardless of temperature, as long as there isn't any salt on the ground.

[BADCLOWN]

I will definitely drive it on dry days, regardless of temperature, as long as there isn't any salt on the ground.

Mine is currently in a storage unit NOT on a trickle charger so I have to go start it maybe once a week and roll it around. But I will definitely be doing this exact same thing so long as there is no salt on the road

[ZHPizza]

I will definitely drive it on dry days, regardless of temperature, as long as there isn't any salt on the ground.Sounds like somebody needs some all seasonzzz

[az3579]

Sounds like somebody needs some all seasonzzz

Meh... as much as it pains me to say it, this is the single situation where all seasons makes sense. Unfortunately...

... the touring had a flat this morning that could not be inflated. That makes 2 out of the 4 Style 5's inoperable (one has a bend, won't hold air). The (2) Style 32's on the back are actually dangerous to drive on as they are extremely old, extremely bald on the inside, and have cracks/cuts deep enough to see the belt on the inside. The ZHP has worn out winter tires... and guess which car I had to take today, THE day it's going to snow with salt on the ground? :facepalm

[Sockethead]

Sounds like you need a third beater :)

[ZHPizza]

Did a lil sumpin'

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[John in VA]

Did a lil sumpin'

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Nice! Do you thinks it's just the shining through the hood grill that turns the clip white?

[ZHPizza]

Nice! Do you thinks it's just the shining through the hood grill that turns the clip white?Yup. The middle one under the grille gets cooked, but the two on the sides stay dark. I just grabbed the side ones off a car when I was at the junkyard the other day.

[fredo]

Took the X3 to my indy for an oil change. While I was there, one man driving a ZHP silbergrau vert stopped by and asked the manager if he would like to buy the car. It obviously needed some TLC: damage on front bumper plus black paint peeling on the wheels. The manager passed, he already has 7 projects going on and is running low on parking space. I didnt ask his price, but I assume it also has mechanical issues since he was trying to sell to a shop.

[stephenkirsh]

Yup. The middle one under the grille gets cooked, but the two on the sides stay dark. I just grabbed the side ones off a car when I was at the junkyard the other day.

Ooo good idea

[ELCID86]

Finally got the battery charged enough to crank it and move it off the street. She’ll live here until I get back from Turkey Day in WV and get a new battery.

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[Newjack]

Finally got the battery charged enough to crank it and move it off the street. She’ll live here until I get back from Turkey Day in WV and get a new battery.

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Pick up an H8-DLG. Worked great for me when I bought it.

[ELCID86]

Pick up an H8-DLG. Worked great for me when I bought it.

Thanks. I know Costco has one that fits but I’ll look for that.

[Newjack]

Thanks. I know Costco has one that fits but I’ll look for that.It was a direct fit for my old E46

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[John in VA]

Put the winter wheels/tires on the E39 & washed/waxed the Style 66s before putting them away for the winter. Still have to get the ZHP emission-tested before year's end...

[ELCID86]

... Still have to get the ZHP emission-tested before year's end...

I’m so glad I don’t have to do that anymore. Moving 14 miles south was good for a number of reasons (though it did add @25 min to my commute each way...).

[704sw]

Bath time. Can’t be showing up to thanksgiving with the family looking like a hot mess.

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Not terrible considering most of my detailing stuff hasn’t been unpacked yet.

I’m still waiting on delivery of replacement bleeder screws so I can flush the brakes. Until that happens I’m just driving like a granny.

[cornercarver]

Bath time. Can’t be showing up to thanksgiving with the family looking like a hot mess.
Looks great!

I swapped the winter wheels last week - it was a depressing day. :p Car looks like shit with the winter wheels/tires, plus I haven't washed it for two weeks. Winter in NE is such a downer. :crying

[az3579]

Looks great!

I swapped the winter wheels last week - it was a depressing day. :p Car looks like shit with the winter wheels/tires, plus I haven't washed it for two weeks. Winter in NE is such a downer. :crying

I actually look forward to swapping because my winters are Style 68's, which look awesome on the E46!
You should source yourself some wheels you actually like so you can enjoy "the look" year round. :)

[BADCLOWN]

I actually look forward to swapping because my winters are Style 68's, which look awesome on the E46!
You should source yourself some wheels you actually like so you can enjoy "the look" year round. :)

I enjoyed doing mine this year as well. The rear CHs were actually ever so slightly stuck to the hub so I cleaned the hub up and applied anti seize on all 4 corners. The car also rider much nicer on the bigger tires. It doesn’t look nearly as good though haha

[704sw]

I actually look forward to swapping because my winters are Style 68's, which look awesome on the E46!
You should source yourself some wheels you actually like so you can enjoy "the look" year round. :)

Are your 68s a square setup or the regular staggered set? And do they clear your Willwoods without spacers?

[slater]

Bath time. Can’t be showing up to thanksgiving with the family looking like a hot mess.

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Not terrible considering most of my detailing stuff hasn’t been unpacked yet.

I’m still waiting on delivery of replacement bleeder screws so I can flush the brakes. Until that happens I’m just driving like a granny.

looking awesome. i still kick myself a bit. frig.

hot tip for the bleeder screws - use 1-2 wraps of teflon tape on the threads. even new bleeder screws don't seem to seat well on E46 calipers... after using said tape on my fresh calipers and new bleeder screws on the Touring, and then motive pressure bleeding - the brakes never felt so good. and no Forever Bubbles.

[DeathTrap]

My brakes feel like trash. There's about an inch to inch and a half (25-35mm for people who use real units ;) ) of travel before they grab. Not sure if it's the compound or the fluid. The fluid does look like sweet tea lol.

Anybody use one of those one-man bleeder kits on the E46?

[san]

My brakes feel like trash. There's about an inch to inch and a half (25-35mm for people who use real units ;) ) of travel before they grab. Not sure if it's the compound or the fluid. The fluid does look like sweet tea lol.

Anybody use one of those one-man bleeder kits on the E46?

I have stock pads and rotors and they have excellent initial grab at the expense of brake dust. I drove a friend’s zhp with stock rotors with hawk pads (I think) and they lacked initial bite but don’t produce as much brake dust as stock pads. When I swapped brake fluid which was 3 years and 50k miles old and it made almost zero difference to braking performance in day to day driving.


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[az3579]

Are your 68s a square setup or the regular staggered set? And do they clear your Willwoods without spacers?

Unfortunately staggered. I'm still looking to trade a set of fronts for my rears... but I do run square 225 tires on all four corners and do rotate them front-to-back since they're directional. Blizzak WS-80's

I have to use spacers to clear the Wilwood calipers.

[KendrickC]

Unfortunately staggered. I'm still looking to trade a set of fronts for my rears... but I do run square 225 tires on all four corners and do rotate them front-to-back since they're directional. Blizzak WS-80's

I have to use spacers to clear the Wilwood calipers.5mm spacers?

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[az3579]

5mm spacers?

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I use 12.5mm because I wanted the offset to be similar to my CH's... So +34.5mm front (47-12.5) and +37.5mm (50-12.5) rears. They fill out the wheel wells beautifully this way.

[KendrickC]

I use 12.5mm because I wanted the offset to be similar to my CH's... So +34.5mm front (47-12.5) and +37.5mm (50-12.5) rears. They fill out the wheel wells beautifully this way.Fair enough. I'm on mobile so can't see what wheels you're running.

I have 5mm spacers on my 17x8.5 et40 arc8s so 35mm offset total. Seems to be the ideal place for fitment. Should be plenty for my incoming BBK too.

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[704sw]

looking awesome. i still kick myself a bit. frig.

hot tip for the bleeder screws - use 1-2 wraps of teflon tape on the threads. even new bleeder screws don't seem to seat well on E46 calipers... after using said tape on my fresh calipers and new bleeder screws on the Touring, and then motive pressure bleeding - the brakes never felt so good. and no Forever Bubbles.

Thanks, Peterman. And thanks for the tip on the Teflon tape. I’d actually thought about using some, but wasn’t sure if it would stand up to brake fluid.


Fair enough. I'm on mobile so can't see what wheels you're running.

I have 5mm spacers on my 17x8.5 et40 arc8s so 35mm offset total. Seems to be the ideal place for fitment. Should be plenty for my incoming BBK too.

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Yep, that’ll be plenty. My ET38 Arc-8s clear the obnoxiously big 135 calipers without issue. Actually I remember test fitting San’s ET40 17x8 and I think they cleared too. I get rubbing if I have my 3mm spacers up front (235 tires, effective ET35), but don’t get rubbing on my CSLs (effective ET32.5, 225 tires. I’ve given up trying to advance my understanding of all that stuff.

[slater]

Unfortunately staggered. I'm still looking to trade a set of fronts for my rears... but I do run square 225 tires on all four corners and do rotate them front-to-back since they're directional. Blizzak WS-80's

BP, i've got a set of 68's that i can split up.

[san]

Actually I remember test fitting San’s ET40 17x8 and I think they cleared too.

Not sure if it’s a typo but it’s 17x8.5 [emoji4]


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[704sw]

Not sure if it’s a typo but it’s 17x8.5 [emoji4]


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Consider it lazy typing lol.

[cornercarver]

I actually look forward to swapping because my winters are Style 68's, which look awesome on the E46!
You should source yourself some wheels you actually like so you can enjoy "the look" year round. :)
The 'look' of the CSL knock-off is a hard shoe to fill. :p

FWIW - I still have the original 135's but don't want to spend the money for new snows. Plus, the staggered setup means the rears will be wider, and wide snows aren't a good idea.

Right now I've got 205mm snows on those cheap 16" 'Sport Edition' wheels that seemingly everyone around here runs for the winter.

https://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/sportedition/se_a7_s_pdpfull.jpg

I spent a bit too much on non-essential items like wheels and suspension over the last year, so I need to curb my spending a bit. Mortgage, kids and a private school tuition don't leave much room for splurging. :( That means I just have to suck it up and drive a more mundane-looking E46 for the winter. ;)

[704sw]

Huh, I didn’t think 16s would clear the 330 brakes?

[slater]

The 'look' of the CSL knock-off is a hard shoe to fill. :p

FWIW - I still have the original 135's but don't want to spend the money for new snows. Plus, the staggered setup means the rears will be wider, and wide snows aren't a good idea.

Right now I've got 205mm snows on those cheap 16" 'Sport Edition' wheels that seemingly everyone around here runs for the winter.

https://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/sportedition/se_a7_s_pdpfull.jpg

I spent a bit too much on non-essential items like wheels and suspension over the last year, so I need to curb my spending a bit. Mortgage, kids and a private school tuition don't leave much room for splurging. :( That means I just have to suck it up and drive a more mundane-looking E46 for the winter. ;)

ha, i have the 17" version of those (made by ASA) that came with my 335i. they are definitely tire rack winter specials!

[san]

Huh, I didn’t think 16s would clear the 330 brakes?

Very few of them do. I think Marcin also has 16” winters on his zhp...


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[cornercarver]

Huh, I didn’t think 16s would clear the 330 brakes?
They might be 17s...can't remember. The sidewall just looks huge compared to the 18-inchers so I thought they were 16s.

[az3579]

FWIW - I still have the original 135's but don't want to spend the money for new snows. Plus, the staggered setup means the rears will be wider, and wide snows aren't a good idea.

Staggered and wide snows are better than no snows. They do just fine. :)

I'm pretty sure your Sport Edition wheels are 17's.

[cornercarver]

I'm pretty sure your Sport Edition wheels are 17's.
Nope... Just checked;

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;)

[az3579]

Nope... Just checked;

34324

;)


Odd. I've only ever seen them in 17's.
Well at least now everyone knows these are one of the very few 16's that will fit.

[Rovert]

I have 255/40R18 in my rear. It’s fine. You’ll only notice the traction change if you’re in fully extreme scenarios where 90% of the people are stuck. lol.

I drove in some deep and heavy stuff without issue last year. One morning we had a foot of snow overnight and I got out with little problem (before dawn). When I came back two hours later (during dawn) the freezing temps were on the warmer side, like 30°F where the snow gets heavy and much harder to get traction with. I couldn’t make it up a moderate incline with tire pressure at around 30. I removed air pressure down to approx 20 to get it home. I was also running on 4 season old (with camber wear) Blizzak LM60s.

[cornercarver]

Well at least now everyone knows these are one of the very few 16's that will fit.
...and that my calipers look like shit. :p

[az3579]

...and that my calipers look like shit. :p

StopTech.
Wilwood.
Brembo.

Need I say more? :biggrin

[704sw]

Or a drill+wire brush attachment +1 or 2 G2 paint kits.

[Reasoned1]

...and that my calipers look like shit. :p

I brushed mine down and painted them with Rustoleum “Rust Reformer”, and they look AWESOME!

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[az3579]

Dropped off my bent Style 5 wheel to be repaired. Going to be ordering some tires for The Vault tonight... or tomorrow. I'm lazy. :)


I brushed mine down and painted them with Rustoleum “Rust Reformer”, and they look AWESOME!


It's amazing how awesome stock calipers can look with just some fresh paint.

[cornercarver]

StopTech.
Wilwood.
Brembo.

Need I say more? :biggrin
Someday...

Sadly, the car I sold before buying the ZHP had Brembos that hardly saw any action.

[holyc0w]

FWIW - I still have the original 135's but don't want to spend the money for new snows. Plus, the staggered setup means the rears will be wider, and wide snows aren't a good idea.


I don't think the wide snows are as big of an issue as everyone makes it out to be. Is your state like Illinois where you can get 0-10 good snow days during the winter? Also what tires are those?


Very few of them do. I think Marcin also has 16” winters on his zhp...

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Yes, the shop had to install slimmer wheel weights. And then... I put on the winters this month and rotated front to back. Jacked the car down and thought I was done. I go for a drive and there was a repeating noise coming from the drivers side front. I jacked the corner up and checked for clearance. The weights were rubbing on the brake shield, so I bent the shield in a bit.

[cornercarver]

I don't think the wide snows are as big of an issue as everyone makes it out to be. Is your state like Illinois where you can get 0-10 good snow days during the winter? Also what tires are those?
Yes, it’s about the same here; only a handful of occasions where I’m driving before the roads are plowed, but I still wouldn’t want to be relying on a 255mm tire for traction with a non-posi rear end in 6” of snow. The tires are Dunlop winter sport M+S. They’re at least 3 years old so the traction could be better... I just don’t have $700 to drop on new snows + mount & balance right now.

[Fenrir]

Installed a new thermostat and housing. The current one was less than a year old but giving me issues for some reason. Didn't get around to adding coolant and burping the system because Thanksgiving soooooooooooooooooo.

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[John in VA]

Installed a new thermostat and housing. The current one was less than a year old but giving me issues for some reason.
Was it a dealer part or other?

[Fenrir]

Was it a dealer part or other?OEM housing and stat. The car sat for about 2 months over the summer and the stat was in the open/failed position. So, new stat and housing. Boiled the new one, works fine. Most likely just a fluke bad part. Worked fine for 8 months or so.

I get an excuse to take the weekend powerhouse to work tomorrow. Not complaining lol.

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[Hornung418]

Winter wheels are on finally!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181123/3bfcc90740edd616b95ef41ed22bc200.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181123/c55cb9689f31bfa35f741f2b2d7db05e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181123/53d013974c1f04f210c6f79ef928afb5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181123/59ce0eb666fa41034d462052ba5dfdfb.jpg

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[704sw]

Winter wheels are on finally!

Are those from your 944?

[Hornung418]

Are those from your 944?Mhmm!

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[Sockethead]

Are those from your 944?

I was thinking the same thing LOL

[Fenrir]

Looking good!!

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[Johnd]

I know this is going to sound lame but I installed an OEM CD changer. I only drive the car about 1,000 miles a year and couldn't see spending money on a new sound system. I happened across a brand new CD changer on ebay for $50 with the original box, paperwork, etc. I figure for the $75 (cost of changer and bracket) I couldn't go wrong. The car is completely stock with the exception of the front club splitters, pedals, and rear spoiler, and I kind of want to keep it that way. Every time I bring it to the dealer they are shocked by how low the miles are and the condition of the car.

[DeathTrap]

I only drive the car about 1,000 miles a year...

Wow, I hit that number in about 2 weeks. That's amazing.

I didn't brick my car:
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[JETSET303]

After 11 months of ownership, and my 2nd back surgery in as many years on Wednesday, I finally got the garage straightened out enough to get Vader in. Once I get far enough into PT, I look forward to some maintenance and upgrades.

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[Don Adolfo]

Replaced the windshield washer pump and gave it a long overdue wash.


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[Sockethead]

After 11 months of ownership, and my 2nd back surgery in as many years on Wednesday, I finally got the garage straightened out enough to get Vader in. Once I get far enough into PT, I look forward to some maintenance and upgrades.

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Always nice having a clean garage. I hate it when mine gets so outta whack that I'm tripping over stuff.
Man I hear ya about the back... never had surgery but I was in a wheelchair for a several weeks. Took about 2 months for it to get better...It was pretty miserable...

What are the bikes there on the other side of the car?

[ELCID86]

Got a new Interstate battery from Costco last weekend. Dropped it into the well and put the tender on it. Came back today to finish the install and wondered why the charge light had never come on.

Now I know...! :facepalm

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Went to check the oil before starting it and I’m glad I did! Flames [emoji91] where shooting out of the positive cable. (Sorry I didn’t stop to take a picture). Evidently the covering had worn thru. Wire seemed ok so I rewrapped it and moved the angle a bit (note the modification is to accommodate the BMW Performance strut bar.)

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Took her out for a check ride. All systems “go”.

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[DeathTrap]

Finally! Can't believe I waited so long to do this!!
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[704sw]

Finally! Can't believe I waited so long to do this!!
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CDV? Nate took mine out, so I can barely remember what it looks like.

[DeathTrap]

CDV? Nate took mine out, so I can barely remember what it looks like.

Yes sir! I can finally stop shifting like a grandma.

[ELCID86]

Yes sir! I can finally stop shifting like a grandma.

Great easy mod.

[Dual]

Based on talk here, I took mine out very shortly after purchase. How do you find the difference? What changes?

[DeathTrap]

I had the CDV in for at least 40k miles. I haven't taken it out for a full test, so I can only give initial impressions.

Taking off 1st gear no longer feels like I'm guessing where the engagement point is. The clutch now has a more solid feel. I do not mean stiffer or more difficult to press, but modulation is more consistent or confident feeling.

The high rpm 1st to 2nd shift used to be downright embarrassing. I used to think in my head "I know I can drive stick, why am I being a noob?" That caused me to gingerly slip the clutch to have a smoother upshift. With the CDV gone, it becomes MUCH more natural to drive spiritedly, without thinking about how to engage the next cog.

General driving seems to feel better. I'll have to unlearn some things first, then I'll have a definite impression for this one.

[Dual]

Thanks very much for that!

[Sockethead]

Sadly, the CDV is inside the slave cylinder on the M2

[3LiterStraightSix]

I went to remove mine last summer to find nothing there... [emoji50]

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[704sw]

I found the “Big Boy Clutch Stop” made a much bigger difference to me than the CDV delete. My OE clutch released so much higher than the Mazda I was used to I felt like I was always guessing. The clutch stop took out the extra travel and made me feel a lot less of a noob despite many years of manual driving.

If anyone is interested, Garagistic makes one for $23 that’s identical to the $30 UUC one, and it keeps you from having to support UUC (which I’ve found many people don’t want to do).

[san]

I hardly noticed any difference when I took the cdv off.


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[ZHPizza]

You can make a clutch stop for $3 with an elevator bolt from Lowe's/HD, or buy a cheapie https://www.ebay.com/i/230820559306?chn=ps

[Reasoned1]

CDV delete was a good mod for me but, as stated, the clutch stop was even nicer.

[DeathTrap]

Elevator bolt might be next. I hate that mile of dead space after disengagement.

I love the fact the some people notice a big difference while others don't notice much with the CDV delete. 50skid said his shift quality actually worsened with the delete. I'm guessing that's due to driving style/technique more so than anything.

What exactly is the beef with UUC? Poor customer service? Poor product quality? They are local to me, and I like to support local business...

[Rovert]

I never noticed a difference either when I took mine out of the ZHP. I guess I’m not a race car powershifter. [emoji23]

[704sw]

I never noticed a difference either when I took mine out of the ZHP. I guess I’m not a race car powershifter. [emoji23]

Granny shifting, not double clutching like you should.

[Newjack]

Elevator bolt might be next. I hate that mile of dead space after disengagement.

I love the fact the some people notice a big difference while others don't notice much with the CDV delete. 50skid said his shift quality actually worsened with the delete. I'm guessing that's due to driving style/technique more so than anything.

What exactly is the beef with UUC? Poor customer service? Poor product quality? They are local to me, and I like to support local business...

From what I've heard the owner of UUC thinks his products are the absolute best and refuses to admit that any failure of any of his parts is possible. Come to him with something defective and damaged and it's never the fault of UUC but always the customer.

No personal experience myself just what I've heard.

[Hornung418]

Elevator bolt might be next. I hate that mile of dead space after disengagement.

I love the fact the some people notice a big difference while others don't notice much with the CDV delete. 50skid said his shift quality actually worsened with the delete. I'm guessing that's due to driving style/technique more so than anything.

What exactly is the beef with UUC? Poor customer service? Poor product quality? They are local to me, and I like to support local business...Fuck Rob Levinson. He'll defend his garbage products til the end of time, never once offering to make it right until an entire forum grabs their torches and pitchforks.

Legend has it, if you say his name 3 times looking in the bathroom mirror, he'll magically appear and shit on the floor. He'll tell you that's your problem and that you're at fault for not having the toilet in the right location. /Rant

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[cakM3]

Never met the owner of UUC nor have I had any major issues using their products (two separate exhaust systems). All I'm saying...

[Sockethead]

I think they have some good products. I’ve had a lot of them on my car for years with no issues but Rob can be a dick if you have problems.
My wife had a great conversation with someone else there about racing, tracks, etc. don’t remember his name but he had an accent.

[Karl Lazlo]

UUC can eat a heaping bag of dicks.

[BADCLOWN]

UUC can eat a heaping bag of dicks.

Tell us how you really feel haha

[stephenkirsh]

Ive heard a lot of bad feedback about uuc but never used their products.


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Noob question cuz I have an auto zhp:

What does the clutch stop do? Just stop the clutch pedal from it’s full travel?

[Sockethead]

Yes, no need to push further that you have to for disengagement

[DeathTrap]

Lol I can feel the love!

Thinking about DIYing a lithium pack for the ZHP. It'll be about 15 lbs when completed. I'm scared....

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[stephenkirsh]

Lol I can feel the love!

Thinking about DIYing a lithium pack for the ZHP. It'll be about 15 lbs when completed. I'm scared....

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Is it a track car...?

[DeathTrap]

Is it a track car...?

Tis a daily

[az3579]

What is the purpose of the battery packs?

[DeathTrap]

Hopefully to replace the lead-acid lump in the back.

It's a test run since I had a few of these laying around.

A few benefits of running a Li-Ion pack:
More reliable. The configuration that I'll be running them in allows them to pretty much rest at their nominal rated voltage (around 3.6-3.7 volts per cell). This reduces stress on the internals of the cells. They will never be discharged below 3.0V and can last almost indefinitely.

Higher starting voltage. I have 4 of these in series. 4 times 3.7 = 14.8 which is roughly the alternator charging voltage. The battery will maintain that voltage level vs the lead acid which drops to about 12-13 volts.

Less voltage drop during high-current delivery. Reduces work for the alternator since the Li-Ion pack has "stiffer" voltage.

Less weight. Obvious benefits here.

These are all theory of course, but hey it shouldn't hurt to try once or twice.

[704sw]

These are all theory of course, but hey it shouldn't hurt to try once or twice.

One of the rare circumstances where “bringing your work home” isn’t necessarily a bad thing lol.

[stephenkirsh]

I guess you’re getting a good deal on the batteries?

[Rovert]

Can we expect some EV motor development and bigger batteries for our car next year?

[DeathTrap]

Lol exactly. I consider it extra credit.

Yeah I bought these dirt cheap from some old medical carts that were being scrapped.

I'm already making plans for revision 2.0 using Nissan Leaf batteries. First I have to get these working.

Some of today's cars use the alternator as mild hybrid motor. It's supposed to add an extra 50-100 ish ft-lbs to the low end. THAT would be nice for the daily grind.

[stephenkirsh]

Some of today's cars use the alternator as mild hybrid motor. It's supposed to add an extra 50-100 ish ft-lbs to the low end. THAT would be nice for the daily grind.

Wait what? What car does that? 100 ft lbs...?!

[DeathTrap]

These use "physics" to inflate the numbers, but torque at the crankshaft/wheels is what matters anyway.

Dodge (alternator made by Magneti Marelli):
"The two engine's eTorque systems are similar but different. For starters, the V-6's liquid-cooled eTorque motor is supplied by Continental and reverse-mounted on the front of the engine, adding length to the DOHC mill. The 5.7-liter Hemi's air-cooled electric helper is mounted on the top of the pushrod V-8, adding height, and it is supplied by Magneti Marelli. Output for the V-6's eTorque unit is 12 horsepower and 39 lb-ft, although the torque is multiplied by the belt drive to create a 90-lb-ft assist. The Hemi's eTorque motor is good for 16 horses and 49 lb-ft and, again, multiplied through a slightly different ratio for an assist of 130 lb-ft. Both systems use the same 48-volt, 0.4-kWh lithium-ion battery and DC-DC converter, which is used to charge and run the truck's 12-volt electrical system. The air-cooled battery doesn't impinge on interior space as it is mounted behind the rear seat."

GM (This is nice, but the voltage is really high, almost house mains voltage):
At the LA Auto Show, on November 15, 2010, General Motors announced that it would be releasing an all-new version of the BAS system available in the 2012 Buick LaCrosse.[8] While still a Belted Alternator Starter system, the system is named eAssist and includes a larger more powerful Hitachi-supplied[citation needed] 115 Volt Lithium Ion battery and a 105 kW (141 hp) motor-generator that delivers 279 lb⋅ft (378 N⋅m) of torque. The additional power provided by the more powerful battery and motor provides the ability to contribute more power, and more often able to electrically start and assist the 2.4L engine. The eAssist system also includes a specially modified GM 6T40 6-speed automatic FWD transaxle.[9][10]

[ELCID86]

Time for winter rubbers. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181209/daab5d3d2a323f0bb6c4954d326d652d.jpg

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[Sockethead]

Why isn't that being done in you nice new garage?

[stephenkirsh]

Finished up one side of my zkw refurb using The Retrofit Source’s crappy designs.

Total job time is probably 5 hours. 3-4 of that is just modifying the housing to get it to mount correctly. I can swap and disassemble an entire light housing in 14 minutes (I had my friend time me last night haha). So the bulk of the time is just dremeling, checking, dremel some more.

I’m swapping an entire ZKW assembly onto a car with halogens from the factory.

Hack job
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Old vs new
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Meh, looks ok. Lenses are 5 years old with 45k on them. Covered in lamin-x.
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[ELCID86]

Why isn't that being done in you nice new garage?

Lol. Ya know it didn’t even dawn on me. I guess because the wheel storage rack is located on the wall and I have to have the car out to get the wheels down/up. At least that’s the story sticking too! [emoji851]

[Sockethead]

Lol :)

[DeathTrap]

Dead cat or nah??
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[az3579]

^ Sure looks like it to me. Mine is doing something similar, though not enough to trigger a code. It is clogged as hell though; a Prius could out-accelerate me at this point.

[DeathTrap]

Ouch, that's embarrassing lol.

I have the P0420 code stored. I'll clear it and see if it comes back. I'm suspecting it will. Let's just say I took advantage of eBay's little 10% sale yesterday :devilish :devilish :devilish

[az3579]

Ouch, that's embarrassing lol.

I have the P0420 code stored. I'll clear it and see if it comes back. I'm suspecting it will. Let's just say I took advantage of eBay's little 10% sale yesterday :devilish :devilish :devilish

Did you buy a cat? If so, which one, and how much?

[3LiterStraightSix]

Ouch, that's embarrassing lol.

I have the P0420 code stored. I'll clear it and see if it comes back. I'm suspecting it will. Let's just say I took advantage of eBay's little 10% sale yesterday :devilish :devilish :devilishEBAY HEADERS!!! I want to undertake this so bad... Wish i could weld [emoji31]

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[DeathTrap]

Nope and nope. Something better, an Innovate LC-2...for headers in the very near future.

[az3579]

New windshield to replace my destroyed one. This one has rain sensor prep on it, including the designated blacked out area and the prism for the sensor. Still collecting parts for the rain sensor retrofit, but getting there!

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This one is made by Fuyao. Safelite didn't give me a choice (this was the only one in their system). Fuyao is a Chinese company that recently purchased an old GM plant in Ohio, and was granted DOT 1038 as their identifier. Thankfully mine is a DOT 1038 glass, and so far the quality looks great!

[joeybananaz18]

New windshield to replace my destroyed one. This one has rain sensor prep on it, including the designated blacked out area and the prism for the sensor. Still collecting parts for the rain sensor retrofit, but getting there!

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This one is made by Fuyao. Safelite didn't give me a choice (this was the only one in their system). Fuyao is a Chinese company that recently purchased an old GM plant in Ohio, and was granted DOT 1038 as their identifier. Thankfully mine is a DOT 1038 glass, and so far the quality looks great!

What was the damage? This is on my to-do list in the spring.

[az3579]

What was the damage? This is on my to-do list in the spring.

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[jwalther]

Ready for the cold; winter shoes and hardtop installed.

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[az3579]

Ready for the cold; winter shoes and hardtop installed.

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That's what I like to see - forget the garage, drive that sucker! :thumbsup

[joeybananaz18]

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Oh many bad I meant damage money wise. That’s applicable too lol. But I see it’s for your e39.


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[az3579]

Oh many bad I meant damage money wise. That’s applicable too lol. But I see it’s for your e39.


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Oh lol - I guess that makes more sense. It was surprisingly cheap; I paid $244.59 out the door. He said he saved me $60... not sure how, but I appreciate it. :)

I've had great experience with the Safelite in Bridgeport. Turns out, the guy who replaced my glass in the ZHP (twice, because first glass was shit and was giving me headaches) also did the glass in the touring. Great dude.

[JKO_ZHP]

Currently at 195k miles...stuff getting replaced/installed this week:
-Coolant expansion tank & cap
-Oil change, Liqui Moly 0W-40
-Oil catch can
-Oxygen sensors; post and pre-cat
-VCG
-Spark plugs
-Fuel filter
-Thermostat, mounting plate, water connection pipe
-Transmission filter & pan gasket

[JETSET303]

After surgery 2 weeks ago, I was itching to get in the garage. So I finally installed these. Had them for a few months. Trying to ease back into things.

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[Whammy]

After surgery 2 weeks ago, I was itching to get in the garage. So I finally installed these. Had them for a few months. Trying to ease back into things.

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Nice!!

[Whammy]

Last night my wife's E70 X5 got rear ended. Apparently, some guy driving an Infinity G37 was wearing "new boots" and couldn't operate the brake pedal correctly. He hit a Passat which hit the X5. Looking at the car, I think just the bumper is damaged. I couldn't see anything from underneath looking at the bumper and frame.

Back to the body shop :/

[JETSET303]

Nice!!

Thanks Whammy. Still not allowed to drive, but I did sit in the garage for probably half an hour watching the lights fade in and out. May have sat in the driver seat and made some vroom vroom noises too.

Hope your wife is okay. Those new boots can be dangerous. Someone should notify health and safety about that.


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[stephenkirsh]

After surgery 2 weeks ago, I was itching to get in the garage. So I finally installed these. Had them for a few months. Trying to ease back into things.

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Man those look good...

[704sw]

Man those look good...

+1. Angel Eyes are one of the things to give me serious sedan envy. The coupe halos just don’t do it for me.

[san]

+1. Angel Eyes are one of the things to give me serious sedan envy. The coupe halos just don’t do it for me.

Yep


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[JETSET303]

Man those look good...

Thanks. Only took me 3 months to get around to installing them.


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[JKO_ZHP]

+1. Angel Eyes are one of the things to give me serious sedan envy. The coupe halos just don’t do it for me.

DEPO headlights come with the UU-shaped angel eyes, same brightness and hint of blue as the other OO-shaped ones out there like Umnitza Orions or Khoalty-brand (had all three).

DEPO doesn't sell just the angel eyes though, so the only option would be to get the headlights and retrofit better HID/projectors in since the ones they come with are terrible.

[JKO_ZHP]

Ordered & received most of these last week: ECSTuning transmission filter kit, x6 NGK spark plugs, coolant expansion tank & cap, x6 quarts of Redline D4 ATF, Liqui Moly 0W-40, newly wrapped steering wheel, OE carpets, OE cup holder, fuel filter, valve cover gasket, Cusco oil catch can, Bosch oxygen sensors. Returned the Bosch and going with Denso instead after Amazon told me I ordered them before and they didn't last very long.

Everything goes in this week. Til then, the grocery-getter is now the DD (2018 i3 BEV).

[ZHPizza]

DEPO headlights come with the UU-shaped angel eyes, same brightness and hint of blue as the other OO-shaped ones out there like Umnitza Orions or Khoalty-brand (had all three).

DEPO doesn't sell just the angel eyes though, so the only option would be to get the headlights and retrofit better HID/projectors in since the ones they come with are terrible.

tru dat

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[DeathTrap]

Ordered & received most of these last week: ECSTuning transmission filter kit, x6 NGK spark plugs, coolant expansion tank & cap, x6 quarts of Redline D4 ATF, Liqui Moly 0W-40, newly wrapped steering wheel, OE carpets, OE cup holder, fuel filter, valve cover gasket, Cusco oil catch can, Bosch oxygen sensors. Returned the Bosch and going with Denso instead after Amazon told me I ordered them before and they didn't last very long.

Everything goes in this week. Til then, the grocery-getter is now the DD (2018 i3 BEV).

How do you like your i3?

[papa_g]

+1. Angel Eyes are one of the things to give me serious sedan envy. The coupe halos just don’t do it for me.

coupe over here. dying to finally get some angel eyes. Anyone heard of the brand 'Switchback'? Someone showed me it actually flashes amber with your turn signals... pretty cool feature. What brands do you guys recommend now that Khoalty doesn't make em anymore? I've heard Umnitzas are good.

[JKO_ZHP]

How do you like your i3?

It gets the job done; the main reason I leased it was the price - I had heard that dealers were knocking 10%+ off MSRP. That, along with some tips from leasehackr, made it a no-brainer since I was able to get it down to $0 due at signing with the monthly payments equaling what I pay in gas for DD'ing the ZHP.

The looks haven't grown on me but it feels like it goes from 0-60 pretty quickly and with the size & handling, it makes for a good DD around the city. Plus, no need to wait to warm up the car before leaving in the morning, free charging, etc...


coupe over here. dying to finally get some angel eyes. Anyone heard of the brand 'Switchback'? Someone showed me it actually flashes amber with your turn signals... pretty cool feature. What brands do you guys recommend now that Khoalty doesn't make em anymore? I've heard Umnitzas are good.

Never heard of switchback but the experience I had with Umnitza was terrible. Back then I had the Orion V2's (V4's are the newest version now) and one-half of one of the four rings did not light up. It was a known defect and working with them to get it replaced or fixed was impossible as their customer service is non-existent. I tossed them and went Khoalty instead.

You may have better luck; seems like the V4's do not have the problems of the V2's and you can choose two options when it comes to appearance.

[az3579]

Installed an autodim mirror in The Vault.
Yesterday I installed all new brakes front and back (rotors and pads), sensors, and sway bar end links front and back. Also replaced the headlight leveling sensor arm since it wasn't mounted in the right place and was rusty.

[slater]

Installed an autodim mirror in The Vault.
Yesterday I installed all new brakes front and back (rotors and pads), sensors, and sway bar end links front and back. Also replaced the headlight leveling sensor arm since it wasn't mounted in the right place and was rusty.

ahhh, the joys of new-to-you old cars... always finding surprises. :)

[Rovert]

coupe over here. dying to finally get some angel eyes. Anyone heard of the brand 'Switchback'? Someone showed me it actually flashes amber with your turn signals... pretty cool feature. What brands do you guys recommend now that Khoalty doesn't make em anymore? I've heard Umnitzas are good.

https://angel-eye-guy.myshopify.com

This is my guy. Give me a PM if you want em and I’ll give you a 30% off code. [emoji56]

[Sockethead]

I have the switchbacks too, very happy with them. I have the yellow/white. I also got the harness that goes with them.

[BMWCurves]

https://angel-eye-guy.myshopify.com

This is my guy. Give me a PM if you want em and I’ll give you a 30% off code. [emoji56]

Got any pics of them on a facelifted coupe? I'd only consider it if they aren't fully circular giving the impression that my car has snorted cocaine and is now high as a kite.

[papa_g]

https://angel-eye-guy.myshopify.com

This is my guy. Give me a PM if you want em and I’ll give you a 30% off code. [emoji56]
intriguing... let me look into it! what do you think looks better the standard or opaque?

I have the switchbacks too, very happy with them. I have the yellow/white. I also got the harness that goes with them.
awesome, glad to hear another good review

Got any pics of them on a facelifted coupe? I'd only consider it if they aren't fully circular giving the impression that my car has snorted cocaine and is now high as a kite.
you're saying that like it's a bad thing...

[JETSET303]

Always nice having a clean garage. I hate it when mine gets so outta whack that I'm tripping over stuff.
Man I hear ya about the back... never had surgery but I was in a wheelchair for a several weeks. Took about 2 months for it to get better...It was pretty miserable...

What are the bikes there on the other side of the car?

It was so bad in there.

Sadly not recuperating as fast as I would like. Still on crutches and in more pain than last time.

The bikes are as follows.
1980 Yamaha XS650. Kind of a rat build. That one is mine. Don’t know if I’ll ever be able to ride again, but I’m holding on to it just in case.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181218/fc2401eb5fcd013a2dcfa62e49c57788.jpg

1981 Yamaha XS400. Build in a cafe style. Belonged to a friend who moved and had to leave it behind. It’s now mine too. Thinking about selling it since I have the title now.

1982 Honda Nighthawk. Was letting someone work on it in my garage when I was building the other 2. It’s a tracker style. Probably the dumbest bike to make one out of, but to each their own. I build the frame, made new trays, skins, and wiring harness and other related odds and ends. Then he stopped showing up after my back went out. I am about to have that one towed to his house and dropped off.


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