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

[papa_g]

Scott has remotely setup WinKFP and flashed the DME and EGS for so many members over there. He really knows his stuff and is so helpful to so many members there.

I know I only wish I did this sooner...

[704sw]

Heck yeah it is!! ^_^ My old disa was well past it's prime. Gaskets were shot and the vale was rather sticky in function. For the life of me, I do not remember why I didn't just replace it last earlier like I intended to. Took me all of ten minutes to do. I didn't even remove my airbox.

No more dip iz very nice! :o

DISA removal the first time was a pain in the ass for me because the Torx heads were rusty and stripped. I replaced them with a pair of standard M6 bolts and no more headaches.

[ZHP_Brandon]

DISA removal the first time was a pain in the ass for me because the Torx heads were rusty and stripped. I replaced them with a pair of standard M6 bolts and no more headaches.

Damn you guys, completely making me want to replace something I know I rebuilt when I first got my car........ [emoji2959][emoji2959][emoji2959]


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[Fenrir]

DISA removal the first time was a pain in the ass for me because the Torx heads were rusty and stripped. I replaced them with a pair of standard M6 bolts and no more headaches. I got reeeaaally lucky with mine. The torx bolts were pretty fresh so I kept them. Not a bad idea with those M6 bolts. May have to do that myself.
Damn you guys, completely making me want to replace something I know I rebuilt when I first got my car........ [emoji2959][emoji2959][emoji2959]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkMwahahahaha!!!! Dhuuueeeeeet [emoji48][emoji48][emoji48]

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[704sw]

Damn you guys, completely making me want to replace something I know I rebuilt when I first got my car........ [emoji2959][emoji2959][emoji2959]

If you already rebuilt it then why bother?


I got reeeaaally lucky with mine. The torx bolts were pretty fresh so I kept them. Not a bad idea with those M6 bolts. May have to do that myself.

I’ve been slowly replacing all Torx and Allen fasteners with standard hex head bolts where possible. It’s made life easier for sure.

[ZHP_Brandon]

If you already rebuilt it then why bother?



I’ve been slowly replacing all Torx and Allen fasteners with standard hex head bolts where possible. It’s made life easier for sure.

Heard even after rebuilding it the diaphragm inside goes bad and doesn’t expand and contract in its old age. If I rebuilt it, it’s original to the car and probably on its way out [emoji28].... or maybe I like any excuse to touch my car lmao


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[Fenrir]

I’ve been slowly replacing all Torx and Allen fasteners with standard hex head bolts where possible. It’s made life easier for sure.

Ditto here. The only reason I didn't replace these is that they looked almost new. Which... I found weird. But overall, the same process for me. I've just been much muuuch slower at doing so. But, I did manage to replace all of the pully Torx bolts with Hex bolts. That made my life so much easier. I've slowly been working my way up from there.

[Sheepdog84]

Had the day off, and ended up doing the VANOS via the m54 kit from Dr. Vanos.

With almost 150k on ZHP's clock with the vanos never being done (-_-), I opted for the full unit replacement, rather than the rebuild.

4 hours later, and holy smokes. It feels like I have my car back! Not difficult labor, just tedious and a bit messy swapping out the unit.

Feels much much smoother in the torque-band - especially in the lower 1-3k rpm range like nearly everyone reports. I can only assume that it will get better as the unit gets broken in.

Doing a full Bilstein suspension refresh next weekend with Dad... Super stoked on being able to experience the ZHP's performance, almost as if it were driven off the lot.

Cheers,
AE

[Aethir30]

Just wrapped up new front control arm bushings (the lollipop bushings). Used Powerflex Poly bushings instead of OEM because I autox and track the car. The ones on the car we're only installed in 2017, but had already started to tear.

Old ones came off really easy and new ones went on even easier. Car feels Soooo good. No more clunk when I brake hard or hit a sharp bump. And no discernable added harshness or vibration. Well worth the $11 over stock bushings so far.

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[Rovert]

Did a little modding...

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And then the final outcome:

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[Yankeefan]

Installed SprintBooster wheeeeeeee

[ZHP_Brandon]

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After doing my steering wheel this past weekend I decided to finally install my CobyWheel Alcantara arm rest and man is it tedious, a few hot glue gun burns later lmao... it’s complete, I have poor fitment on my lock/unlock latch to open and close the arm rest but I blame my self more for that than Coby, I’m sure I just rushed to see it complete cause I’m a 5 year old when it comes to smooth things lol




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[papa_g]

Did a little modding...

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And then the final outcome:

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Niiiiocceee

[papa_g]

Updated my EGS thanks to BaliDawg. He checked my Software version, and apparently I already had the updated DME. So he did the EGS and now I just need to drive around a bit to see if I feel the difference in transmission performance


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[johnrando]

Installed SprintBooster wheeeeeeeeLove mine!

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[johnrando]

Had the day off, and ended up doing the VANOS via the m54 kit from Dr. Vanos.

With almost 150k on ZHP's clock with the vanos never being done (-_-), I opted for the full unit replacement, rather than the rebuild.

4 hours later, and holy smokes. It feels like I have my car back! Not difficult labor, just tedious and a bit messy swapping out the unit.

Feels much much smoother in the torque-band - especially in the lower 1-3k rpm range like nearly everyone reports. I can only assume that it will get better as the unit gets broken in.

Doing a full Bilstein suspension refresh next weekend with Dad... Super stoked on being able to experience the ZHP's performance, almost as if it were driven off the lot.

Cheers,
AENice werk! Does make a big difference, doesn't it?

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[papa_g]

@yankeefan @johnrando how much of a difference does sprint booster really make? How easy is the install? Any downsides?


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[Cabrio330]

@yankeefan @johnrando how much of a difference does sprint booster really make? How easy is the install? Any downsides?


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Everything you need to know is here: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?10071-PedalBox-and-SprintBooster!

I have had Sprint Boosters or PedalBoxes on 4 different BMWs and the enjoyment of each was greatly enhanced without any downsides. And install was easy, about 10 minutes each time.

[papa_g]

Thanks bro. Just posted on that thread


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[Fenrir]

Had the day off, and ended up doing the VANOS via the m54 kit from Dr. Vanos.

With almost 150k on ZHP's clock with the vanos never being done (-_-), I opted for the full unit replacement, rather than the rebuild.

4 hours later, and holy smokes. It feels like I have my car back! Not difficult labor, just tedious and a bit messy swapping out the unit.

Feels much much smoother in the torque-band - especially in the lower 1-3k rpm range like nearly everyone reports. I can only assume that it will get better as the unit gets broken in.

Doing a full Bilstein suspension refresh next weekend with Dad... Super stoked on being able to experience the ZHP's performance, almost as if it were driven off the lot.

Cheers,
AE

Vanos update is on my list next! Glad it made a big difference for ya ^_^. Mine hasn't started it's issues yet but I'd rather take care of it long before it does.

[Yankeefan]

Updated my EGS thanks to BaliDawg. He checked my Software version, and apparently I already had the updated DME. So he did the EGS and now I just need to drive around a bit to see if I feel the difference in transmission performance


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What cable(s) / hardware did you need for this? And where did you get them? Thanks!

[johnrando]

@yankeefan @johnrando how much of a difference does sprint booster really make? How easy is the install? Any downsides?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkZero downside. Makes a huge difference. The car 'feels' faster with the drive by wire throttle delay removed, but technically it's not faster. But you get the response with just a light touch of the throttle. PS a little known tidbit, I came up with the Sport Button mod in my mind, and William implemented it for me. But the funny thing was someone on e46fanatics came up with the same idea and technically he was the 1st to actually do it I believe.

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[papa_g]

What cable(s) / hardware did you need for this? And where did you get them? Thanks!
You need a windows laptop, and a K+DCAN cable. I got mine here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/202779743812
Scott will send you all the software needed to do the update, but you would need to download TeamViewer so he can gain access to your laptop and run everything for you. Very quick process, this guy has it down.

Zero downside. Makes a huge difference. The car 'feels' faster with the drive by wire throttle delay removed, but technically it's not faster. But you get the response with just a light touch of the throttle. PS a little known tidbit, I came up with the Sport Button mod in my mind, and William implemented it for me. But the funny thing was someone on e46fanatics came up with the same idea and technically he was the 1st to actually do it I believe.
Haha I think I saw a thread somewhere on the sport button mod. Nice, you should educate the masses that you are the original inventor. Can't let e46fanatics take the glory on this one...
Well, I am pretty much sold on this mod. I will probably get one closer to the holidays when there are some sales going on. Maybe I will drop a hint somewhere for someone to buy me a gift...

[Yankeefan]

You need a windows laptop, and a K+DCAN cable. I got mine here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/202779743812
Scott will send you all the software needed to do the update, but you would need to download TeamViewer so he can gain access to your laptop and run everything for you. Very quick process, this guy has it down.



Thanks! Cable ordered. Can't wait to see the end result.

Changing topics, if my car is in need of engine/transmission mounts, is there any reason to order anything other than OEM? Any upgraded parts out there that are worth it?

[Chaplian]

Thanks! Cable ordered. Can't wait to see the end result.

Changing topics, if my car is in need of engine/transmission mounts, is there any reason to order anything other than OEM? Any upgraded parts out there that are worth it?I always go with OEM E46 M3 mounts when replacing engine and transmission mounts, they seem to be a bit firmer, but not harsh at all.

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[704sw]

I always go with OEM E46 M3 mounts when replacing engine and transmission mounts, they seem to be a bit firmer, but not harsh at all.

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+1. They’re a great “OEM+” upgrade for us.

[Yankeefan]

+1. They’re a great “OEM+” upgrade for us.

Thanks for the recommendation. Sounds good to me as long as they don't increase the NVH much.

[Yankeefan]

Do you guys feel pretty comfortable replacing these with the vehicle on jack stands and a floor jack under the engine?

[Aethir30]

Do you guys feel pretty comfortable replacing these with the vehicle on jack stands and a floor jack under the engine?Have yet to do it on this car, but I've done it on 3 other cars this way.

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[san]

Thanks for the recommendation. Sounds good to me as long as they don't increase the NVH much.

I replaced the tranny mounts on my zhp with M3 ones and there was noticeable increase in V and H for the first few days. They sort of settled after a while. So give it sometime after you replace them...


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[DeathTrap]

Do you guys feel pretty comfortable replacing these with the vehicle on jack stands and a floor jack under the engine?100% comfortable. I'd do it again.

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[ZHPizza]

I replaced the tranny mounts on my zhp with M3 ones and there was noticeable increase in V and H for the first few days. They sort of settled after a while. So give it sometime after you replace them...


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I noticed the same after I installed some lightly used M3 motor mounts. Ended up going back to fresh OE non-m mounts after a few months. I didn't feel like the noise and vibration were worth the minute improvement in driveline response, but I'm hella sensitive to NVH.

[az3579]

They sort of settled after a while. So give it sometime after you replace them...


That was just you getting used to it. The VH is still there.
I noticed mine every time I switch between the touring and the ZHP.

[san]

That was just you getting used to it. The VH is still there.
I noticed mine every time I switch between the touring and the ZHP.

I notice no difference in VH when driving my car on M3 tranny mounts and my friends car on Zhp mounts though. He says the same thing when he drives mine. Unless they’re completely collapsed after 3years/70k ish miles of usage....


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[holyc0w]

I also noticed some added N from the NVH. This was after transmission and motor mounts. I think if you lean towards comfort non-M mounts will be your preference. I probably would've went that way.

[Yankeefan]

I appreciate the feedback from everyone! Sorry to momentarily hijack the thread.

[DeathTrap]

Lemme flex on em real quick...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/efa1fc5d729292f1db84b7e9eca3b8ae.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/033a5df4c992e0b50bae3be1114f8adb.jpg

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[ZHPizza]

Lemme flex on em real quick...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/efa1fc5d729292f1db84b7e9eca3b8ae.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/033a5df4c992e0b50bae3be1114f8adb.jpg

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkGonna be hitting 5th at the next AutoX lol

[DeathTrap]

Gonna be slower because of all the shifting lol.

It should be a beast in town, avoiding all of the zombie drivers on their damn phones.

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[DeathTrap]

Cleaned up nicely!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/8a71f4fb6425424b1d44369658cb2cdd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/37be218d999f5efe793ddc3f6ebb8a6b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/e96e571bd7cb4a55ebb8f5d04d54cbde.jpg

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[RUS_ZHP]

Picted up black carpet from Botond.
Now I am missing 1 pc for my interior swap.

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[Aethir30]

Destroyed drivers side LCAB. Brand new Powerflex that was installed 7 days ago. Will be making a phone call on that

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[ZHPizza]

Cleaned up nicely!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/8a71f4fb6425424b1d44369658cb2cdd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/37be218d999f5efe793ddc3f6ebb8a6b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191005/e96e571bd7cb4a55ebb8f5d04d54cbde.jpg

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkVery nice. Definitely want to flush some fresh fluid in there ASAP. Any moisture that got into the breather hole will be absorbed by the fluid and protect the metal.

Oh and I hate 1st gear with my 3.38. you might as well remove it for the weight savings cuz you won't be using it at all with a 3.64.

[DeathTrap]

Very nice. Definitely want to flush some fresh fluid in there ASAP. Any moisture that got into the breather hole will be absorbed by the fluid and protect the metal.

Oh and I hate 1st gear with my 3.38. you might as well remove it for the weight savings cuz you won't be using it at all with a 3.64.I'll probably grab some cheap gear oil from the store while it's out the car, then swap it to Redline during install.

A lot of people say first gear is useless, but it's only about 6 mph less than stock. I'll be bumping the Rev limiter up to 7k so it should help.

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[BADCLOWN]

Purchased a very good condition alcantara steering wheel to use on a super trick steering whee project with a guy based in Cincinnati, I can’t wait to reveal it when it’s all finished up

[Pip]

Got my license plate so I'm fully legal, added gloss black kidney grilles, and got a car wash so it's all pretty and ready for the week.

I was supposed to replace the side grilles as well but ECS sent me f80 m3 kidneys instead...waiting to hear back on how they plan on correcting the mistake. Probably just a return and wait for availability.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/5025741de54c97d2a5f5c59f0400f3f1.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/5f1320377db30d293643589039d9604a.jpg

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[stephenkirsh]

+ 5 more HP

Thunder hill west. Just need to try the 5 mile now.

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[3ZHP]

Home Alone

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[johnrando]

Nice Sean, Stephen, Guy!

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[Joerdan23TN]

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Finally got an ACS shift knob to match my ebrake handle.

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Enjoyed my heavy notchy shifts on my way to pic up flowers for my anniversary!


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[3ZHP]

Finished the Griot’s Best of Show wax triple coat!

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[DaveInMD]

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Finally got an ACS shift knob to match my ebrake handle.

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Enjoyed my heavy notchy shifts on my way to pic up flowers for my anniversary!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThe best photos tell a story. Well played.

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[DaveInMD]

Finished the Griot’s Best of Show wax triple coat!

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Sent from my iPhone Xs using TapatalkYeah, with those pics, I ll be looking into this triple coat thing you speak of. "Okay Google . . ."

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[Joerdan23TN]

The best photos tell a story. Well played.

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[3ZHP]

Yeah, with those pics, I ll be looking into this triple coat thing you speak of. "Okay Google . . ."

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[DaveInMD]

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Dyed the rear deck. Not a joyful experience. Took about 10 laps using RIT Dyemore graphite dye for synthetic materials. It seems you have to first spray the deck with vinegar which acts as an acid that helps the dye stick to the fibers. Also need to microwave the dye in the spray bottle to almost boiling. Spray it on and then brush. Repeat. Now more noticeable that my C-pillar headliner is gray. :(

[DeathTrap]

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[704sw]

[emoji48][emoji48][emoji48]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191010/a323dc3e742f20cdbda82c5cf29e1eed.jpg

I can smell this picture...and it’s not pleasant.




Dyed the rear deck. Not a joyful experience. Took about 10 laps using RIT Dyemore graphite dye for synthetic materials. It seems you have to first spray the deck with vinegar which acts as an acid that helps the dye stick to the fibers. Also need to microwave the dye in the spray bottle to almost boiling. Spray it on and then brush. Repeat.

I had zero luck with RIT dye but I never considered an acid like vinegar to help. Ended up using a very messy fabric paint.

[DaveInMD]

Ya know? The fabric is kind of stiff even with the dye. I think at some point I just have to put new fabric and over it.

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[stephenkirsh]

Everybody’s favorite cooling system step:
Bleeding the system.

I think I did it right. Sat at 95 Celsius for 4-5 minutes with hot air from the heater. Test drive tomorrow.

Also, I realized I added too much pure coolant (because I can’t read good), so I drained about 1.5L from the radiator screw(it drained right into the empty coolant jug) I’ll recycle that into my Miata. They’re way less picky!

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[DaveInMD]

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My wife said that if I use our one car garage for the ZHP, she must be able to easily get through the garage in the mornings with her wheeled work bag. This is the cup in installed in the drywall so the handlebars of my son's mountain bike can rest three inches into the wall space. No complaints so far. . .

[johnrando]

Good idea

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[Joerdan23TN]

Finally cleaned out my trunk and bought an organizer. Anxiety gone.

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[papa_g]

Finally cleaned out my trunk and bought an organizer. Anxiety gone.

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Nice sub. I’ve had 3 subs in the past. My favorite was this one that took up the entire trunk (no joke) of my Scion tC. I called it the atomic particle smasher.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191017/b1d3be2cc0b72d15c7c20f0f3f2ef274.jpg


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[DaveInMD]

Nice sub. I’ve had 3 subs in the past. My favorite was this one that took up the entire trunk (no joke) of my Scion tC. I called it the atomic particle smasher.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191017/b1d3be2cc0b72d15c7c20f0f3f2ef274.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkHoly moly! Homeland security would never let that cross the DC line.

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[pedro2u]

Is that a flux capacitor??

[papa_g]

Holy moly! Homeland security would never let that cross the DC line.

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Is that a flux capacitor?

lol i was a wild boi

[Thatguy_JZ]

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Pulled a 3.38 from a wrecked 330Ci automatic a few weeks ago to install in my 6spd ZHP.

I ordered new output shafts seals and a finned diff cover from Tischer to go with it.

I will have to switch my output shafts if I don't find any in my bolt pattern at the junkyard anytime soon. The ones on my ZHP are a different bolt pattern. I'm waiting to do the seals until I do the swap and have mine off the car and ready. The finned cover I'm going to install this weekend.

Also got my stock ZHP wheels back from my wheel guy. Straightened and fresh powder in Cosmic Gray to mimic Nogaro Silver.

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Interior is coming together nicely

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Took a few other pics while I was at it

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[papa_g]

Looking nice.
How much did you pay per wheel?
Also, this may be a dumb question, but do you need to drain the diff before replacing the output flange? Mines leaking so I ordered a new flange.

[Thatguy_JZ]

Thanks. Powder coat was $100 per wheel. $75 per wheel to straighten any bends.

You should drain the diff when doing seals. All the fluid will spill out otherwise and make a huge mess.

[pedro2u]

I'm sure you already know this, but 50'sKid had a good video on the diff swap. And starting at 19:23 in his video, he does a good job showing how easy the output flange swapover is, so you can keep your existing shaft bolt pattern/output shaft

I miss 50'sKid video's. I learned a lot from him

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0W5YOQTT2o&t=182s

[704sw]

Also got my stock ZHP wheels back from my wheel guy. Straightened and fresh powder in Cosmic Gray to mimic Nogaro Silver.

https://i.ibb.co/dcfdwYX/2019-1009-19342200-01.jpg

Interior is coming together nicely

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Took a few other pics while I was at it

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Good god that’s clean.

[Fenrir]

I played with the throttle like a silly idiot for 5 minutes after startup. I'm easily entertained.

https://youtu.be/XX6cn37xeFU

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[ZHPizza]

I played with the throttle like a silly idiot for 5 minutes after startup. I'm easily entertained.

https://youtu.be/XX6cn37xeFU

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[Fenrir]

Why it sound how it doLol are you asking why it sounds like that? It was about 50 degrees this morning when I started the car. I have a full Active Autowerks headers and exhaust setup.

So the car burbles normally at lower rpms. But, when it's cold out and the exhaust is cold, it burbles and snaps a bit. And that hissing noise is my AFE intake. I have a vented hood so you can hear it in the car.

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[KendrickC]

Took the damn thing out for a drive and took some photos of it.

https://imgur.com/a/vdf0qGq

[704sw]

Took the damn thing out for a drive and took some photos of it.

https://imgur.com/a/vdf0qGq

Every time you post pics I think “I need a front lip like that.”

[KendrickC]

Aw shucks.

Flow designs has started to ship internationally. They have a full front side and rear package but I don't feel like their side and rear is worth it. I'm thinking about getting an M4 style rear boot lip spoiler as well and potentially a fancy wide style rear diffuser. Hopefully I'll be able to start tracking the car next year.

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[san]

Every time you post pics I think “I need a front lip like that.”


Aw shucks.

Flow designs has started to ship internationally. They have a full front side and rear package but I don't feel like their side and rear is worth it. I'm thinking about getting an M4 style rear boot lip spoiler as well and potentially a fancy wide style rear diffuser. Hopefully I'll be able to start tracking the car next year.

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Looks like even with international shipping, it comes to about 300 USD due to favorable currency exchange...


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[BMWCurves]

Looks like even with international shipping, it comes to about 300 USD due to favorable currency exchange...


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[az3579]

I'm getting much closer to completing the "daily driver acceptability" program with the Orient. I've got just a couple of other small things left to do...



But for tonight, it now dons euro clears all around as well as aspherical mirrors on both sides.

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Damn I love the nighttime shots this phone takes...

[JETSET303]

Aw shucks.

Flow designs has started to ship internationally. They have a full front side and rear package but I don't feel like their side and rear is worth it. I'm thinking about getting an M4 style rear boot lip spoiler as well and potentially a fancy wide style rear diffuser. Hopefully I'll be able to start tracking the car next year.

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Available through Urotuning out of Florida

https://www.urotuning.com/products/bmw-e46-m-tech-front-splitter-e46msptf?variant=13564837560375


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[Overboost]

as well as aspherical mirrors on both sides.

https://i.imgur.com/3cwGmFF.jpg


Love those :thumbsup I would love to add those to my E46 and my E53. Is there a decent source?

[ZHPizza]

Love those :thumbsup I would love to add those to my E46 and my E53. Is there a decent source?I've had great success with cheap eBay ones. And I'm talking like $15/pair cheap. Heated, tinted, aspherical, the whole lot. Shits wild.

[az3579]

Love those :thumbsup I would love to add those to my E46 and my E53. Is there a decent source?

I bought mine from Schmiedmann and added it to the cart with a bunch of other stuff to make the extra taxes and shipping worthwhile. They're branded "John's Autotelle", which appears to be a German company, and appear to be pretty good quality. I have a set on the E39 and now the E46 touring.

My ZHP currently has a set from DubStopImports, but they went out of business unfortunately.

This is the exact item I bought for the Orient Steed, Qty 2 (same left to right):
https://www.schmiedmann.com/en/bmw-E46/17105-new?product=51168250438



I've had great success with cheap eBay ones. And I'm talking like $15/pair cheap. Heated, tinted, aspherical, the whole lot. Shits wild.

Just beware of some eBay ones. I've gone through a couple of pairs from eBay previously; one was completely unusable as it was impossible to mount them due to the location of the heating element pins. The other set was unusable because everything in the mirror glass was wavy as hell and quite frankly gave me a headache. Also, on the wavy set, the aspherical section extended well beyond the line, which made the usable area less... usable. It would be helpful if you could post the exact ones you purchased so people know that set is good.

[papa_g]

Are these mirrors some sort of upgrade to our stock mirrors? I’ve been thinking about replacing mine because they have those ugly yellow stains from the heat I’m assuming


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[az3579]

Are these mirrors some sort of upgrade to our stock mirrors? I’ve been thinking about replacing mine because they have those ugly yellow stains from the heat I’m assuming


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An upgrade, yes, with regards to function. They're aspherical; there's a section on the edges that extends your view well into your blindspot. These completely eliminate the blindspot and the need to check over your shoulder or adjust your mirrors all the way out.

[RPM ZHP]

Spent $45 to have a small part of the headliner repaired. Part of the B pillar was starting to come unraveled. Good interior shop fixed it in 30 minutes. Easy

[Joerdan23TN]

DIY wrapped my original steering wheel.
PO took it off and started to remove the alcantara, so I used electrical tape to deal with that, which worked out great, and also made a better surface for the double sided tape to stick to.
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Thanks PO ^

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Suede / Alcantara combo!

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[704sw]

DIY wrapped my original steering wheel.
PO took it off and started to remove the alcantara, so I used electrical tape to deal with that, which worked out great, and also made a better surface for the double sided tape to stick to.


Looks great. I’d really like an alcantara lower trim like that.

[johnrando]

Yup, that really looks nice.

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[papa_g]

I'm sure you already know this, but 50'sKid had a good video on the diff swap. And starting at 19:23 in his video, he does a good job showing how easy the output flange swapover is, so you can keep your existing shaft bolt pattern/output shaft

I miss 50'sKid video's. I learned a lot from him

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0W5YOQTT2o&t=182s

Just watched the video. Now that I know where the output seal is, I am doubting that is what’s leaking. See attached photo: wouldn’t a flange seal leak at the red-colored area? Instead it’s leaking where the blue arrows are pointing.
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[KendrickC]

Could also be your CV joints grease leaking.

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[papa_g]

Could also be your CV joints grease leaking.

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I actually read that on a m3 forum post. Leak was in the same place, and someone said it might be that.

[JETSET303]

Armrest delete with new trays and new corner lamps. Shifter rebuild next.

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[DaveInMD]

Those corner lights look awesome. I've got an 05 with the bixenon rotating lights, So I don't think those are an option for me.

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[704sw]

Those corner lights look awesome. I've got an 05 with the bixenon rotating lights, So I don't think those are an option for me.

There are pros and cons of coupe life—the one-piece headlights are one of the cons.

[san]

There are pros and cons of coupe life—the one-piece headlights are one of the cons.

Also the fact that you can’t replace the headlight lens as easily. New lens on a sedan is such an improvement.


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[stephenkirsh]

Armrest delete with new trays and new corner lamps. Shifter rebuild next.

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Do you have the old center console still?

[DaveInMD]

Also the fact that you can’t replace the headlight lens as easily. New lens on a sedan is such an improvement.


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNo kidding. I started taking the headlight off to explore a lens replacement and quickly saw that is going to be a well researched, lengthy and carefully executed project.

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[JETSET303]

Do you have the old center console still?

I do. I keep all the parts I take off so I can reverse later if I feel like it.


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[704sw]

No kidding. I started taking the headlight off to explore a lens replacement and quickly saw that is going to be a well researched, lengthy and carefully executed project.

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Maybe it’s just because I’ve done headlight mods on my last 2 cars before this, but baking open headlights (what you’ll need to do if you replace lenses on a coupe) doesn’t even phase me anymore. The hardest part is getting the headlight off the car, especially if you have headlight washers.

[az3579]

No kidding. I started taking the headlight off to explore a lens replacement and quickly saw that is going to be a well researched, lengthy and carefully executed project.

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I'm confused - your sig pic shows a sedan. If you have a sedan, replacing the lens is super easy and doable...

[DeathTrap]

I took the PO's tint off...got tired of getting pulled over for something not my fault.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191026/cbdb8a229bb54a8374adf965457b6600.jpg

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[sillieidiot]

Also the fact that you can’t replace the headlight lens as easily. New lens on a sedan is such an improvement.


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Well you can, if you're like me and have like a bunch of extras just lying around lol

[Aethir30]

Installed Corsa TSE3 catback, new front control arms with Z4M bushings, stud conversion, and a couple little plastic trim bits around.

Extremely happy with the car now. My brief experiment with the Powerflex FCAB's was a real rough spot.

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[ZHP_Brandon]

Installed Corsa TSE3 catback, new front control arms with Z4M bushings, stud conversion, and a couple little plastic trim bits around.

Extremely happy with the car now. My brief experiment with the Powerflex FCAB's was a real rough spot.

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Need pics & sound clips lol [emoji1417]


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[Aethir30]

Need pics & sound clips lol [emoji1417]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAs soon as I get a chance. Need the wife's phone cause my camera is totally inop.

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[holyc0w]

Installed Corsa TSE3 catback

Mmmmmm :biggrin


I installed the winter tires today. There's a possible sprinkling of snow forecast for next week. Winter tires are now 6 month tires. 6 months for snow tires and six months for winter tires. Last year after I put the summer tires on, it snowed in mid-late April.

[Aethir30]

The Corsa is truly the best exhaust I've ever put on a car. At idle (when warm), or steady throttle cruising it's barely louder than stock. But breeze the throttle and it's got this amazing low grumble. Get on the throttle hard and it sounds glorious. Autox tomorrow and I'm so excited to get some video!

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[holyc0w]

It also looks pretty cool from underneath with the dual pipes. It reminds me of a motorcycle exhaust.

[Aethir30]

Agreed. The twin resonators and mufflers do look pretty great.

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[Reasoned1]

The Corsa is truly the best exhaust I've ever put on a car. At idle (when warm), or steady throttle cruising it's barely louder than stock. But breeze the throttle and it's got this amazing low grumble. Get on the throttle hard and it sounds glorious. Autox tomorrow and I'm so excited to get some video!

.. my experience as well (installed last spring)--with the window and the throttle down, it hurts my ears just a bit and sounds like a racecar.

[johnrando]

Re Corsa, very nice!

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[papa_g]

Put in new a/c tensioner, and rebuilt/relubed hydraulic tensioner.


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[stephenkirsh]

Front pads and oil on the wife’s ZSP

[Reasoned1]

Sadly, I took it out for one last run for the season, put 8 ounces of fuel stabilizer in, filled the tank, and parked it for the winter. Just need to throw the Battery Tender on and swap to my storage wheels/tires.

[RUS_ZHP]

Yesterday I spent a lot of time with Charlie and Botond. It was so nice to see them.
We had a such a great, so we completely forgot to take pictures.
Big Kudos to Botond for helping me put m touring back to the road. My after market LSD failed and I found oem 3.38 diff in CT. Botond drove 40 miles one way late Friday night to pick it us with a very short notice.
Thanks Botond!

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[RUS_ZHP]

One more thing: my touring was coded by Botond under Charlie supervision yesterday. I got many new features on touring to make it even more enjoyable. Top 3 that I liked the most are: 5 blinks for turn signal, no day time running lights and no LED bulbs flickering during car start up.

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[RUS_ZHP]

Front pads and oil on the wife’s ZSPI just realized that you have another e46. This is great!
Sadly, I took it out for one last run for the season, put 8 ounces of fuel stabilizer in, filled the tank, and parked it for the winter. Just need to throw the Battery Tender on and swap to my storage wheels/tires.Yeah, hibernation must be so long in VT.

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[Vas]

Yesterday I spent a lot of time with Charlie and Botond. It was so nice to see them.
We had a such a great, so we completely forgot to take pictures.
Big Kudos to Botond for helping me put m touring back to the road. My after market LSD failed and I found oem 3.38 diff in CT. Botond drove 40 miles one way late Friday night to pick it us with a very short notice.
Thanks Botond!

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More details please on the M-Factory diff failure.

[RUS_ZHP]

Vas, I will put some pictures and details once diff will be taking of the car.
All I can say right now that my car started to make noise. It sounds like a wheel bearing. I checked everything and and didn't find the source.
I brought a car to a local bmw specialized shop and they told me that noise is coming from pinion gear.

I contacted Mfacory and they need to see pictures from me before we can proceed any further with repair process.

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[BADCLOWN]

Vas, I will put some pictures and details once diff will be taking of the car.
All I can say right now that my car started to make noise. It sounds like a wheel bearing. I checked everything and and didn't find the source.
I brought a car to a local bmw specialized shop and they told me that noise is coming from pinion gear.

I contacted Mfacory and they need to see pictures from me before we can proceed any further with repair process.

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what type of warranty do they have on their diffs?

[ZHPizza]

what type of warranty do they have on their diffs?

Transferable lifetime warranty as long as you don't lose the card that comes with it

[RUS_ZHP]

Transferable lifetime warranty as long as you don't lose the card that comes with itCorrect. I do not have a card. Peter, previous owner, wasn't able to find it either.
However, after several conversations with Mfactory they were able to find it in the system and told me that diff can be repaired under the warranty. I don't know how they are going to evaluate failure judging by the pictures.
But will see. I will keep mafia updated.

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[Reasoned1]

I just realized that you have another e46. This is great! Yeah, hibernation must be so long in VT.

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Painfully long... November to May... even more painful since I installed that glorious exhaust you sold me!

[cakM3]

Yesterday I spent a lot of time with Charlie and Botond. It was so nice to see them.
We had such a great time we completely forgot to take pictures.

Big Kudos to Botond for helping me put my touring back to the road. My after market LSD failed and I found oem 3.38 diff in CT. Botond drove 40 miles one way late Friday night to pick it us with a very short notice.

Thanks Botond!

Fixed Sergy [emoji4]

I took a picture of Botond whispering to your touring as he programmed it with features you wanted[emoji41]

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Yeah, we all had a great time while we were there! Thanks for having us up Sergy!! [emoji1417]

We are very lucky to have a great guy like Botond living close enough that he will spend his time with us to help. Speaking of which... I have more ZHP parts from my “parts locker” to give to you Botond next time you’re in the neighborhood[emoji41]

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[fredo]

Painfully long... November to May... even more painful since I installed that glorious exhaust you sold me!

That's half year right there. :scratchinghead

[stephenkirsh]

I just realized that you have another e46. This is great! k

Yea it was my dads. He got an e90M so we bought the ZSP for my wife. 108k and it’s in great shape.


Spotless original oil pan!

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[papa_g]

Wanted to take a look at the fuel pump to check something, and decided to do some cleaning while I was there.
Farewell, beloved crayon smell. You will be missed :(
35881
Put down new deadening. Not the prettiest job, but it’ll do
35882


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[RUS_ZHP]

Fixed Sergy [emoji4]

I took a picture of Botond whispering to your touring as he programmed it with features you wanted[emoji41]

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Yeah, we all had a great time while we were there! Thanks for having us up Sergy!! [emoji1417]

We are very lucky to have a great guy like Botond living close enough that he will spend his time with us to help. Speaking of which... I have more ZHP parts from my “parts locker” to give to you Botond next time you’re in the neighborhood[emoji41]

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProNice! I didn't know that you took some pictures.
Now we can see a nerd in action.
And I 100% agree on your statement of having guys like Botond in close proximity.


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[RUS_ZHP]

Wanted to take a look at the fuel pump to check something, and decided to do some cleaning while I was there.
Farewell, beloved crayon smell. You will be missed :(
35881
Put down new deadening. Not the prettiest job, but it’ll do
35882


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThis is great. What material did you use?

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[johnrando]

Yesterday I spent a lot of time with Charlie and Botond. It was so nice to see them.
We had a such a great, so we completely forgot to take pictures.
Big Kudos to Botond for helping me put m touring back to the road. My after market LSD failed and I found oem 3.38 diff in CT. Botond drove 40 miles one way late Friday night to pick it us with a very short notice.
Thanks Botond!

Sent from my SM-G960U using TapatalkNice! Family helping family.

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[papa_g]

This is great. What material did you use?

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I used up some old 3M sound deadening I bought a while back from Napa Auto. It was not enough, so I started used some stuff my brother bought me, called ‘Hushmat’ which supposedly got really good reviews (I didn’t bother to check). I’m going to buy some foam lines and cover everything next. @RoverT has a good thread on this project.
Will do the doors and trunk next.


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[cakM3]

Nice! I didn't know that you took some pictures.
Now we can see a nerd in action.
And I 100% agree on your statement of having guys like Botond in close proximity.

Some know if there’s a get together, I will take at least one picture sometime during the meet. You guys were doing work on your touring and I was doing nothing for a change so it was a good opportunity for me to wait for a right time to snap a pic. To me this was perfect time[emoji41]


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[ZHPizza]

This is great. What material did you use?

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Here's the stuff that peterman used under the rear seat on your touring. He said it made a big difference in road noise.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I4F0J76/

I used a traditional butyl material for mine but wish I had done the foam above

[papa_g]

Here's the stuff that peterman used under the rear seat on your touring. He said it made a big difference in road noise.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I4F0J76/

I used a traditional butyl material for mine but wish I had done the foam above

You could put a 2nd layer of foam liner. Might be able to achieve similar results that way. That’s what I’m gonna do; something like raam audio Ensolite, or dynaliner.


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[RUS_ZHP]

I used up some old 3M sound deadening I bought a while back from Napa Auto. It was not enough, so I started used some stuff my brother bought me, called ‘Hushmat’ which supposedly got really good reviews (I didn’t bother to check). I’m going to buy some foam lines and cover everything next. @RoverT has a good thread on this project.
Will do the doors and trunk next.


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThanks. I was planning to add more sound insulation to my car.
Some know if there’s a get together, I will take at least one picture sometime during the meet. You guys were doing work on your touring and I was doing nothing for a change so it was a good opportunity for me to wait for a right time to snap a pic. To me this was perfect time[emoji41]


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProAwesome
Here's the stuff that peterman used under the rear seat on your touring. He said it made a big difference in road noise.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01I4F0J76/

I used a traditional butyl material for mine but wish I had done the foam aboveThanks for bringing it. I that Peter did it. But with solid mounts and LSD it was way to loud for my taste, especially at speed >40 mph. Since I am installing oem bushings and going back to OEM diff ( hopefully as a temporary solution) car should be quite and more comfortable.
I am will be installing 3.38 diff that you don't like-:))))

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[RUS_ZHP]

Installed winter wheels on touring. Also, change seals on GAS CCV system. I think they were the source of my oil leak.
Car will be dropped off tomorrow at the shop for diff swap.
Here is the dark picture from my garage.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191106/23f91d630fb8d1850fd419887ddb9fe2.jpg

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[papa_g]

Installed winter wheels on touring. Also, change seals on GAS CCV system. I think they were the source of my oil leak.
Car will be dropped off tomorrow at the shop for diff swap.
Here is the dark picture from my garage.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191106/23f91d630fb8d1850fd419887ddb9fe2.jpg

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Woah I completely forgot about the GAS CCV. How is it doing? Are you happy with it?


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[az3579]

Swapped to winter tires on the Orient touring.

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[RUS_ZHP]

Woah I completely forgot about the GAS CCV. How is it doing? Are you happy with it?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI am pretty happy. I only have to add half of the quart between 6-7 k oil intervals. I think it is doing its job. I only being using for 9 month and cannot provide long term review. It was installed by the previous owner. I can tell that system needs some periodic maintenance and some seals need to be replaced every 2-3 oil changes.
Swapped to winter tires on the Orient touring.

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[FungShui]

Removed the Dynavin & boxed it back up. Reinstalling the OE Business CD radio & my DIY aux input. Will be adding a Mediabridge sometime in the near future . . . :roundel

How did you like the Dynavin system?

[holyc0w]

I don't know about oil, but I was mayonnaise free after last winter with the gas ccv system.

[RUS_ZHP]

I don't know about oil, but I was mayonnaise free after last winter with the gas ccv system.Same here. My system is clean with no visual signs of "mayo"

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[DaveInMD]

#&@+*! Ordered water pump mounting studs. Might as well do all four while I'm there.

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[pedro2u]

I stuffed my ride in a storage bin for another winter.... great year, but a sad day. :crying Spring seems a long way away. Mileage is now just over 84K

[DaveInMD]

I stuffed my ride in a storage bin for another winter.... great year, but a sad day. :crying Spring seems a long way away. Mileage is now just over 84KBut I bet the pond hockey is amazing. When are you typically able to get it out of storage? That must be a great day.

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[cakM3]

I stuffed my ride in a storage bin for another winter.... great year, but a sad day. :crying Spring seems a long way away. Mileage is now just over 84K

Pete, this is what we do for our nice cars during winter months in areas where we get snows... I hibernate both my M3 and Porsche during winter months, it is what we do... then when Spring arrives and the roads are cleaned off from all the road salt and debris, it makes taking out our babies all the more rewarding...

[Joerdan23TN]

Installed my new steering wheel, fresh from the leather restoration shop.

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[pedro2u]

But I bet the pond hockey is amazing. When are you typically able to get it out of storage? That must be a great day.

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need some ice on the ponds first, but I'm not dropping the top much now anyways when it's below 40 degrees. I usually bring it home on April 1st when there's hope of a Spring day in the 50's and the frost heaves on the roads settle down. And that's a glorious day:thumbsup

[pedro2u]

Pete, this is what we do for our nice cars during winter months in areas where we get snows... I hibernate both my M3 and Porsche during winter months, it is what we do... then when Spring arrives and the roads are cleaned off from all the road salt and debris, it makes taking out our babies all the more rewarding...

even though it leaves some room in my garage at home while it's gone, there's nothing like going in the garage and just seeing it sitting there, saying "can we go out and play?" .......

BTW, I've decided to also store my 2008 E92 335xi this year. It's never seen a winter yet, so both of my babies are getting the winter off. I bought it last year with 18K miles and it got 4K fun miles of fun and attention this season. Now at 22K, I hope to be able to keep it a loooooonnnng time too

[papa_g]

Installed my new steering wheel, fresh from the leather restoration shop.

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That looks pretty dope. Are you gonna change your cube dash trim to match?


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[Joerdan23TN]

That looks pretty dope. Are you gonna change your cube dash trim to match?


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I would love to find the ACS matching dash and door trim. It’s going to be a very tough find. For now, I’m not bothered with the current mismatching look. It’s not like we ever had silver or black cube steering wheel trim so it’s not huge to me that it doesn’t match.


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[704sw]

I would love to find the ACS matching dash and door trim. It’s going to be a very tough find. For now, I’m not bothered with the current mismatching look. It’s not like we ever had silver or black cube steering wheel trim so it’s not huge to me that it doesn’t match.


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I have silver cube on the 3 dash pieces, black cube everywhere else, and a leather lower steering wheel trim piece lol. Embrace the mix’n’match!

[papa_g]

I would love to find the ACS matching dash and door trim. It’s going to be a very tough find. For now, I’m not bothered with the current mismatching look. It’s not like we ever had silver or black cube steering wheel trim so it’s not huge to me that it doesn’t match.


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Might be able to find some sort of vinyl film... would look dope imo.


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[papa_g]

Got my Zimmermanns resurfaced; had some slight warpage. Will reinstall them tonight and go rebed the pads
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[jwalther]

Busy day yesterday. . .winter wheels and hardtop installed, and new FCABs.

[ZHP_Brandon]

Well my entire “build” process has plateau’d completely, saving money for paint/a potential blower set up is super nerve racking but I know it’ll be worth it in the end.

Decided to start assembling some mods that have just been boxed up while my car sits in my yard waiting for me to get interested again lol

F10 Illuminated shift knob mod

I’ve taken both apart, going to mock up everything and go buy the proper glue for this tonight and will be attaching/gluing tomorrow l - I plan to allow the leather boot lose the F10 bases form.

just acquired a full Alcantara interior, so I got both shift/e-brake boots for free so I lucked out big time.

my wagon is to be picked up on Saturday for final sale so I should be full speed ahead on my car getting painted hopefully by the end of January.

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[Joerdan23TN]

Nice stuff Brandon, looking forward to the progress.


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[704sw]

@ZHP_Brandon I’m sure you’re aware, but be careful how you wire up the F10 knob. The first one I tapped into (which was supposed to be switched power but apparently wasn’t) caused a parasitic draw and killed my battery over a weekend.

[nextelbuddy]

tackled a few things over the past few weeks.

first up was getting a proper ZCP module that supported single button M track mode to go wit the ZCP steering wheel ive been using. install took a few hours nothing terribly bad.

and also ordering and instaling the OEM CSL snorkel with flap. i tackled the wiring using the awesome resources over on m3forum from Terraphantm and his crew. also leaned on their threads for how to modify my MSSS54HP DME with the H bridge chip and capacitors to handle the flap control.

i modified 2 different MSS54HP DMEs i had. one was in my car and the other was a spare i had been hoarding. both are now modified and function as CSL CLONE dmes with MAP sensor, Flap control and CSL Tune.

drove the car this morning testing out the fla with SPORT ON and OFF and the difference is amazing.

sport mode on M3 is lame, just throttle remap but sport mode with the FLAP is awesome, the FLAP opens earlier and goes to 100% differently based on throttle percentage compared to non SPORT mode.

in non sport mode, the engine is quieter, slower a tad and feels very tame. you turn sport mode ON and throttle gets remapped as before so yo get that QUICK acceleration with the much louder CSL intake sound with a more abrupt sound and feel at the same time so it literally feels like sport mode does something now and is worth while.

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[ZHP_Brandon]

Nice stuff Brandon, looking forward to the progress.


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Thanks Jordan! Have a few other mods to do in the mean time anyhow



@ZHP_Brandon I’m sure you’re aware, but be careful how you wire up the F10 knob. The first one I tapped into (which was supposed to be switched power but apparently wasn’t) caused a parasitic draw and killed my battery over a weekend.

I just connected it to my cigarette lighter led directly, I’m not sure if that’s the correct way but it seems fine so far lol



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[az3579]

I just connected it to my cigarette lighter led directly, I’m not sure if that’s the correct way but it seems fine so far lol

That's where mine is as well.

[nextelbuddy]

That's where mine is as well.I used the grey red stripe wire on the window switch as that's for illumination as all.

No parasitic draw for me whene that method. Car has sat for months at a time and cranked up first time

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[ZHP_Brandon]

That's where mine is as well.

Yeah I don’t use the led anymore because of how my center console is (Dynavin double USB) and it illuminated with no hiccups so far. I guess I’ll have to wait and see



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[704sw]

I used the grey red stripe wire on the window switch as that's for illumination as all.

No parasitic draw for me whene that method. Car has sat for months at a time and cranked up first time

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That’s what I ended up using because it’s also controlled by the rheostat. I can’t remember what I used the first time but it ended poorly lol.

[san]

Put it away for the winter. Hoping to start driving it again in March. Drove about 21500 miles in 8 months which is about the average. Ended with about 195500 miles.


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[ZHPizza]

Put a rebuilt steering rack in the wagon since it started leaking after driving through saltwater with a torn boot [emoji52]

Really wasn't a bad job. I could probably do the next one in 2 hours with help.

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[DaveInMD]

Finished ECS level 2 cooling system refresh this week. Will want to get back in there soon and take care of the alternator and tensioners/pulleys.

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[John in VA]

Put a rebuilt steering rack in the wagon since it started leaking after driving through saltwater with a torn boot
Where did you source the rebuild? Thanks in advance!

[ZHPizza]

Where did you source the rebuild? Thanks in advance!The Rack Doctor. He included inner and outer tie rods all for $239 or so shipped. I just sent back my core just to get the lifetime warranty (and it was a leaking rack so no value).

[DeathTrap]

Shipped my headers out to get coated last week. I can't wait!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191202/f37dbf20bcbfba14082a1c12ba09d791.jpg

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[Reasoned1]

Mounted my winter storage wheels/tires. Now I don’t have to keep rolling the car back and forth to prevent flat spots.

[John in VA]

Got the 2003 E39 530i (130k miles) back together & started! I think my problem began as a leaky power steering system that caused the serpentine belt to slip/shred, resulting in the water pump/power steering pump/alternator to stop turning, and the radiator tank connection at the upper hose burst.

I'm probably forgetting something, but over the past few weekends ended up replacing the following. Most parts were purchased from FCP Euro in four shipments - no crushed, damaged or loose parts or boxes, and quick free delivery in 2-4 days to VA:

radiator, expansion tank, temp & level sensor/sender
coolant & heater hoses & pipes
water pump & thermostat
power steering reservoir & hoses
valve cover & intake gaskets
oil filter housing gasket
Vanos oil line
fuel injector & air distribution piece O-rings
vacuum plugs
CCV valve & hoses
belts, pulleys & tensioners
spark plugs
SAP vacuum lines
fuel lines
intake boots & F-pipe
oil change & brake fluid flush
air & microfilters

I ended up with two leftover U-shaped metal clips. I believe they may go on the passenger's side of the valve cover to hold the SAP system vacuum line & cylindrical connectors in place, but don't remember exactly! Realoem says there are three of them. Does anyone have a photo or description of where they reside? I started another thread on this in the Maintenance section, but this thread seems to get more views: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?22718

The holders are #10 in this diagram:
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EDIT: Thanks to Vas, I found them - on the fuel rail to hold the oxygen sensor connectors in place. They are oriented vertically in small cutouts.

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[papa_g]

Mounted my winter storage wheels/tires. Now I don’t have to keep rolling the car back and forth to prevent flat spots.

I heard about this thing that you drive onto, and it helps to evenly distribute the weight of the car onto the tire to prevent flat spots. Not sure what it is called or even what it looks like haha


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[pedro2u]

I heard about this thing that you drive onto, and it helps to evenly distribute the weight of the car onto the tire to prevent flat spots. Not sure what it is called or even what it looks like haha


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I own these, and they work for me

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[John in VA]

I heard about this thing that you drive onto, and it helps to evenly distribute the weight of the car onto the tire to prevent flat spots. Not sure what it is called or even what it looks like haha
Tire Cradles or Flatstoppers are two options.

[Reasoned1]

I’m in Vermont, and I’ve always just inflated my tires to max pressure and rolled the car a bit every week or so without any issues.

[pedro2u]

I’m in Vermont, and I’ve always just inflated my tires to max pressure and rolled the car a bit every week or so without any issues.

+1 on the over inflate

[Overboost]

Since I use the X5 as my daily, the E46 can sit for months and have experienced the storage flatspot. I usually can get back to round after a few miles but still an issue. I like the Race Ramps Flatstopper but their 12" Wheel Crib might be better for actually having the tires cradled AND 12" in the air. You are not stressing bushings or joints by storing it on jack stands at full droop and gaining all the ground clearance of the jack stands.

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Camping World has some normal height Chinese hard plastic ones for cheap on a Cyber Monday special and I ordered a set (less than $8 for a set of 2) and will have them sprayed with an anti-skid composite bedliner foam and see if how they work.

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[wstr75]

Put hardtop on today.
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[fredo]

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[stephenkirsh]

Finished CCV on the wife’s ZSP. My first time doing the job. Wasn’t terrible. Probably took 7-8 hours total, taking my time.

The car still seems to have a slight hiccup in idle when warming up. A slight dip of 50rpm or so.

No SES light yet though.

[704sw]

Signed up for this year’s ZHP Mafia Secret Santa. Tomorrow’s the deadline to sign up...

*crossposting here with the hopes of creating more awareness/visibility*

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?22694-Secret-Santa-2019-Rules-Expectations-and-Sign-up

[johnrando]

@stephen Nice job re CCV, it can def be a PITA. @wstr75 Good looking hardtop!

[wstr75]

Put ZHP in local Indy shop for steering guibo replacement and Z4 FCABs. Picking up tomorrow. Indy says he drove it and it now has a more aggressive action to steering wheel movements. I am looking forward to seeing the difference. Car got all new suspension parts 12k miles ago and while significantly better than its previous 109k miles original suspension, it recently felt a bit too loose and wandering to my taste.

[Vas]

Currently in the middle of a full cooling system overhaul including hard lines and radiator, ccv system, all of the power steering lines, and anything else while I am in there. This is my winter project

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[papa_g]

^ nice! I actually ordered a new radiator and water pump from FCP to do my cooling system. I'm at 103k miles, so i think I am ok to hold off on the water pump for now, but i heard you should replace your radiator after 100k miles. What do you guys think? Can a wait a while longer? so far no symptoms of anything to be worried about.

[Chaplian]

^ nice! I actually ordered a new radiator and water pump from FCP to do my cooling system. I'm at 103k miles, so i think I am ok to hold off on the water pump for now, but i heard you should replace your radiator after 100k miles. What do you guys think? Can a wait a while longer? so far no symptoms of anything to be worried about.

Water pump should be done at 80-100k, so you’re definitely due.

My rad sprung a minor leak around 120k miles (conveniently right before a road trip), so that’s when I replaced it. I actually have a spare rad I keep in my basement just in case.


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[papa_g]

Ok good to know. I have read in some forums that you can safely wait until 130k to change the waterpump if everything seems fine. I am actually going to store the zhp for a little while I am in PA school, so maybe when I get back I will swap the rad and WP out.

[san]

Currently in the middle of a full cooling system overhaul including hard lines and radiator, ccv system, all of the power steering lines, and anything else while I am in there. This is my winter project

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That’s a weekend project Vas not the whole winter, especially for you...


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[san]

^ nice! I actually ordered a new radiator and water pump from FCP to do my cooling system. I'm at 103k miles, so i think I am ok to hold off on the water pump for now, but i heard you should replace your radiator after 100k miles. What do you guys think? Can a wait a while longer? so far no symptoms of anything to be worried about.

Water pump 100k

Radiator 130-150k

Even if the water pump doesn’t break, its gasket will which will cause a slow leak...


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[Vas]

That’s a weekend project Vas not the whole winter, especially for you...


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI'm hoping for a short winter lol.



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[704sw]

I actually have a spare rad I keep in my basement just in case.

I genuinely love being in a single-story house, but having a bunch of conditioned storage in a basement would be amazing.

[papa_g]

Water pump 100k

Radiator 130-150k

Even if the water pump doesn’t break, its gasket will which will cause a slow leak...


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[wstr75]

Got the car out of the shop this afternoon. The Z4 FCABs and new steering guibo have made a significant difference. Wow! Tight steering and a better all around driving experience.

[704sw]

Got the car out of the shop this afternoon. The Z4 FCABs and new steering guibo have made a significant difference. Wow! Tight steering and a better all around driving experience.

It’s unreal how much feel the steering giubo brought back to the car.

[ZHPizza]

Signed up for this year’s ZHP Mafia Secret Santa. Tomorrow’s the deadline to sign up...

*crossposting here with the hopes of creating more awareness/visibility*

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?22694-Secret-Santa-2019-Rules-Expectations-and-Sign-upBumping again for sexy santa

[ZHPizza]

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[Aethir30]

Welp that's not ideal https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/5a89ad4501de260f627a94e8c3dfef8d.jpgAhhhhh. That same one is loose on my car, left side of switch is broken off. I'm always so gentle with it.

Fcp and Turner sell the whole piece buts it's $50.

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[ZHPizza]

Ahhhhh. That same one is loose on my car, left side of switch is broken off. I'm always so gentle with it.

Fcp and Turner sell the whole piece buts it's $50.

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkDude parts yards are straight littered with e46's now. I'll grab you one when I go get one. Coupe or sedan?

[Aethir30]

Dude parts yards are straight littered with e46's now. I'll grab you one when I go get one. Coupe or sedan?Sedan if you're going [emoji102] I havent looked in my local parts yards yet.

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[Vas]

I'm going down a really deep hole with my latest project.

Today I dropped the complete front subframe with spindles and control arms and the engine now is being supported with a brace up top.

Main reason for this was to replace the leaking oil pan gasket and clean everything up. Now I am the point where I might as well replace everything attached to the subframe.

But I am tempted now to just pull the m54 out with the trans and do a further refresh on it.



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[DeathTrap]

Prepping my spare subframe for the winter project. Took the diff bushing out finally.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/4879f1c5242a6f3460fc0f0618544a47.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191207/9f6bc8f8472299d220010ab8f15b80e0.jpg

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[DeathTrap]

I'm going down a really deep hole with my latest project.


There's still time to escape!!



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[san]

I'm going down a really deep hole with my latest project.

Today I dropped the complete front subframe with spindles and control arms and the engine now is being supported with a brace up top.

Main reason for this was to replace the leaking oil pan gasket and clean everything up. Now I am the point where I might as well replace everything attached to the subframe.

But I am tempted now to just pull the m54 out with the trans and do a further refresh on it.



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I wanna do this some day


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[az3579]

I'm going down a really deep hole with my latest project.

Today I dropped the complete front subframe with spindles and control arms and the engine now is being supported with a brace up top.

Main reason for this was to replace the leaking oil pan gasket and clean everything up. Now I am the point where I might as well replace everything attached to the subframe.

But I am tempted now to just pull the m54 out with the trans and do a further refresh on it.



Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkThe definition of scope creep, right there.

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[Vas]

The definition of scope creep, right there.

Sent from my Pixel 3 using TapatalkExactly. It's never just one thing on higher mileage vehicles. Things leak, rusty or just plain worn out.

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[Chaplian]

I genuinely love being in a single-story house, but having a bunch of conditioned storage in a basement would be amazing.

I actually wish I had a bigger basement, so I could keep half of it finished, and the other half as unfinished for a workshop/storage. It’s fully finished, so I’m relegated mostly to the garage haha.


Exactly. It's never just one thing on higher mileage vehicles. Things leak, rusty or just plain worn out.

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I know this game all too well. Right now, my wagon is scheduled for a full Alcantara headliner conversion in January, but I wanted to do what you’re doing basically, replace all coolant hard lines, radiator, etc.

Where I shot myself in the foot was that I wanted to convert to a M56 Valve Cover with the integrated CCV, and the one I bought is completely shot, full of oil sludge. BMW doesn’t make replacement parts for it, so I’m waiting for 3D printed parts from a forum member on E46F, which will ship at the end of December.

So now I can’t touch the wagon until after the headliner is done, and have to finish it before i have my rearend reinforcement and manual swap planned...

First world problems, right?


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[Vas]

With the subframe out of the car I started to take it apart and made a list on what to replace.

Things to note:

Rust sucks and a torch is your best friend. Bolts are seized on and the only way to remove them is with heat and a hammer.

Also meyle hd control arms are terrible. I don't suggest buying them.

So I am looking at replacing the control arms, engine mounts, complete tie-rods assemblies, steering bushing, and all new hardware.

The hubs are rusty but the bearings are still good. And so are the z4m fcab. Will clean up the subframe and probably coat it with por15.

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[DeathTrap]

Finally installed clear lenses. The fitment was trash compared to the OEM lenses, but they are pretty.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191208/e50478c26e47af01543a8ac9e849121f.jpg

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[Aethir30]

Well I finally got an onboard video during today's Autocross in Jacksonville. (Sorry to rub it in the faces of you northerners who've already put yours away for the winter). My friend codrove with me and we used his gopro with mic.

For those who want to hear the Corsa TSE3 catback at full chat, listen in!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEaR5BQa8HE&feature=share

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[Reasoned1]

No apology necessary... Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through your video.

[Will]

The fuel pump failed while my brother was borrowing the car - he's in Portland, OR. Local shop wanted $720 to replace it. So I hopped on a Southwest flight to PDX and replaced the fuel pump in the driveway.

I turned this into a short working vacation. Portland metro's been growing the past 12 years I've been coming up here, I've noticed that traffic has gotten really bad and drivers don't seem as patient as before.

[papa_g]

The fuel pump failed while my brother was borrowing the car - he's in Portland, OR. Local shop wanted $720 to replace it.

... for a 30 minute job?


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[Will]

... for a 30 minute job?


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Yup, he was quoted $440 for the parts and $280 for labor. Unsure if the $120 diagnosis fee was separate or included in the labor charge.

At first I had him swap the horn relay with fuel pump relay, no go. Then I had him listen for the pump when the key was on the On position. When no whirring noise was heard I was pretty confident it was a dead fuel pump (only at ~106k miles).

That's why I just ordered the VDO pump and a new gasket from FCP, 2 day delivery, and then flew up here. $117 for SWA one-way which includes 2 checked bags. 1 bag was just some hand tools, an OBD2 scanner, 2 spare coils, a new 12-15mm hose clamp, and a handle of liquor (Costco in Oregon doesn't sell liquor) Lol. I plan on driving the car back to southern CA since my brother will be out of town for a while due to work.

I knew this fuel pump would come back to bite me, it was one of the few parts I didn't change when I did a bunch of work on it. Now it's replaced and running like a champ. The coils were the other item that I didn't change, that's why I brought 2 spares.

If any PDX locals want to meet up for dinner tomorrow (12/17), PM me.

[ZHPizza]

Man that's a nice little trip you put together there! I got really lucky on my red car and had the fuel pump start soft-failing on me (slight hesitation on the highway at times), so I was able to swap it out before I got stranded.

Now the wife's wagon, with like 125k miles, is still kicking along just fine on the original, 20yo fuel pump...

...I keep a new one in the trunk.

[az3579]

...I keep a new one in the trunk.

This is exactly what I did with the ZHP. It never showed any signs of failing (I had high 180k's at the time) but had "that feeling" so I bought one and kept it in the trunk. Ended up failing on me entirely (ran like total doodoo) so I parked the car in the service station and replaced it later that night after league. :)

[johnrando]

The fuel pump failed while my brother was borrowing the car - he's in Portland, OR. Local shop wanted $720 to replace it. So I hopped on a Southwest flight to PDX and replaced the fuel pump in the driveway.

I turned this into a short working vacation. Portland metro's been growing the past 12 years I've been coming up here, I've noticed that traffic has gotten really bad and drivers don't seem as patient as before.Love that. Great idea. Crazy they wanted to charge so much.

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[Aethir30]

Currently in the middle of a full cooling system overhaul including hard lines and radiator, ccv system, all of the power steering lines, and anything else while I am in there. This is my winter project

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Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkHey Vas, for your hard lines did you order anything other than the lines and orings? Any other rubber you need to replace when doing it?

I just started noticing some coolant smell, but no visible leaks. Gonna get it confirmed hopefully today, So Im gonna start this project around Christmas.

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[John in VA]

Hey Vas, for your hard lines did you order anything other than the lines and orings? Any other rubber you need to replace when doing it?
I just started noticing some coolant smell, but no visible leaks. Gonna get it confirmed hopefully today, So Im gonna start this project around Christmas.

Not Vas, but just went through this with the E39 530. I ordered most parts from FCP as they're on the east coast with fast free shipping & warranty. Many of the lines & hoses (hard pipes, power steering) come with O-rings on them so I have some to return. Check their clearance section - they had some genuine BMW hoses priced similarly to Rein parts.

[Aethir30]

Not Vas, but just went through this with the E39 530. I ordered most parts from FCP as they're on the east coast with fast free shipping & warranty. Many of the lines & hoses (hard pipes, power steering) come with O-rings on them so I have some to return. Check their clearance section - they had some genuine BMW hoses priced similarly to Rein parts.Already got it all in my cart there. Along with stuff for oil filter housing gasket.

I've already done the cooling system in the front (Rad, hoses, exp tank, water pump, thermostat).



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[az3579]

Put a euro gauge face on my touring and coded it to match.
Just need the euro indicator plates...

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[KendrickC]

Put a euro gauge face on my touring and coded it to match.
Just need the euro indicator plates...

https://i.imgur.com/NTKaioS.jpgAyyy I got this from the factory

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[DeathTrap]

Cleaned her up a bit. Steam cleaned the carpet with the seats out...much better now.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191221/32153b07d051324efc89df6f5c77a46c.jpg

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[Rovert]

^ Do you manicure baseball field grass too? [emoji41]

[danewilson77]

... for a 30 minute job?


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[danewilson77]

Cleaned her up a bit. Steam cleaned the carpet with the seats out...much better now.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191221/32153b07d051324efc89df6f5c77a46c.jpg

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[704sw]

^ Do you manicure baseball field grass too? [emoji41]

But he didn’t incorporate any logos into the floorboard. Freaking amateurs.

[DeathTrap]

But he didn’t incorporate any logos into the floorboard. Freaking amateurs.Ha!
I'll put a Daewoo emblem next time just for you.

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[stephenkirsh]

Cleaned her up a bit. Steam cleaned the carpet with the seats out...much better now.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191221/32153b07d051324efc89df6f5c77a46c.jpg

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Pro level. Well done.

[Aethir30]

Cleaned her up a bit. Steam cleaned the carpet with the seats out...much better now.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191221/32153b07d051324efc89df6f5c77a46c.jpg

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkWhat did you use to do it?

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[DeathTrap]

What did you use to do it?

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkStephen, thank you!

Aethir,
I used a shop vac, Terry towel, a steam cleaner and simple green (or any cleaner really) diluted 10:1 with hot water.

Use the shop vac to get all of the large dirt and debris up.

Spray cleaner liberally wait a few minutes.
Use steamer with nylon brush attachment to agitate carpet fibers. The heat + cleaner will break up the oils and stuff in the fibers.

Terry towel and elbow grease to dry up residual moisture and see the nastyness that you pick up.

Shop vac again to get any dirt particles that popped up during the agitation.

Add stripes when finished for that freshly detailed look. I used the shop vac nozzle, but anything that can lay the fibers in opposite directions will work.

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[Thatguy_JZ]

I found a slick top Imola auto ZHP sedan for parts that I'm going to tear down.

Got the black cube trim and OEM Mtech2 front bumper yesterday.

Going back for the rear bumper, sides, maybe mirrors, and some other odds and ends.


What's the going rate now a days for a complete used OEM Mtech2 sedan kit?

[Chaplian]

I found a slick top Imola auto ZHP sedan for parts that I'm going to tear down.

Got the black cube trim and OEM Mtech2 front bumper yesterday.

Going back for the rear bumper, sides, maybe mirrors, and some other odds and ends.


What's the going rate now a days for a complete used OEM Mtech2 sedan kit?

What color was the car? I may be interested.

Don’t forget wheel liners and brake ducts, those are expensive.


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[Thatguy_JZ]

I have the brake ducts. I was unaware the wheel liners were different.

Color is Imola Red.

Front bumper will need resprayed due to paint cracking in various areas and the lower splitters being scuffed up.

I'm gonna try to get back there Xmas Eve for the rest of the parts.

[ZHPizza]

I found a slick top Imola auto ZHP sedan for parts that I'm going to tear down.

Got the black cube trim and OEM Mtech2 front bumper yesterday.

Going back for the rear bumper, sides, maybe mirrors, and some other odds and ends.


What's the going rate now a days for a complete used OEM Mtech2 sedan kit?Get @nextelbuddy to put an M3 drivetrain in it. Slicktop imola sedan...damn...if it has a fixed rear seat then it would be the true unicorn e46 body.

[Thatguy_JZ]

I know right. Kind of a shame. Not even wrecked. 200k+ miles. But something was off with it and the guy already pulled the engine and has it sitting over on the shop floor. He hasn't bothered to do anything else with it. I have the whole front core support in my shed because the bumper was still attached to it and he didn't want it all.

I didn't even think to ask what he'd sell the rolling chassis for since that's a bit more of a project that I want to get into.

[joeybananaz18]

Well this is semi unfortunate, but the other day I got myself a Christmas present- the Zhp’s replacement.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191227/ac9d467ef5158228bc41bc74a40f558e.jpg

Wanted a mini for the longest time and with a small family the clubman made sense. Add the AWD for Westchester winters and it was an easy decision. I’m going to start buttoning up some things on the zhp and list it in the spring.


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[fredo]

Congrats. I used to have a 2005 Mini Cooper Base on the same color. :thumbsup

[JohnnyGraphic]

Just bought the wiper washer pumps. Still sitting in a box in the kitchen. Need to get off my butt and take the 15 minutes to do it.

[704sw]

Re-glued the sagging material on my 3rd brake light cover and ultrasonic sensor cover using 3M Super 77. It’s not perfect, but it’s a big improvement over what it was before.

[johnrando]

Well this is semi unfortunate, but the other day I got myself a Christmas present- the Zhp’s replacement.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191227/ac9d467ef5158228bc41bc74a40f558e.jpg

Wanted a mini for the longest time and with a small family the clubman made sense. Add the AWD for Westchester winters and it was an easy decision. I’m going to start buttoning up some things on the zhp and list it in the spring.


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[Overboost]

While the E46 was up on the QuickJack getting the BBK installed, the 18 years of dirt and road contamination in the fender wells was just too much for my OCD. Took a few hours and cleaned them up again. Certainly not perfect or concours but fine for street driving. Amazing what a gallon of Simple Green, a bucket, some rags and brushes can do... :roundel

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[Joerdan23TN]

Wow good work, and nice brakes.

[ZHPizza]

While the E46 was up on the QuickJack getting the BBK installed, the 18 years of dirt and road contamination in the fender wells was just too much for my OCD. Took a few hours and cleaned them up again. Certainly not perfect or concours but fine for street driving. Amazing what a gallon of Simple Green, a bucket, some rags and brushes can do... :roundel

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[Overboost]

Wow good work, and nice brakes.


Damn that's genuinely amazing

Thanks guys, it really isn't that hard, you just need to commit the time. I spent maybe an hour tops on each corner. Having the height of the QuickJack definitely made a big difference in the ability to get under there and see what I was cleaning. Just a bucket of straight Simple Green and a wash mitt to start and just start scrubbing. Works into a nice foam and then a wheel brush to get into the uneven surface of the undercoating. Just keep squeezing out the mitt with clean water until you don't have any dirty foam left. All done inside the garage, no garden hose or pressure washer needed. Here's a couple of before pics before starting so you can see what 18 years of contamination looks like.

Really needing some B8's up front and some H&R sway bars all around now. It never ends...

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[pedro2u]

Wow, I have to do this too in the spring when I get my car out of the storage unit (and with my QuickJack!)

Question: Is there any reason the lug nuts are on without the wheels other than just to be sure not to misplace them?

[pedro2u]

Wow, I have to do this too in the spring when I get my car out of the storage unit (and with my QuickJack!). Thanks for posting the pics

Question: Is there any reason the lug nuts are on without the wheels other than just to be sure not to misplace them?