DW77's Imola ZHP Prodigy (BMW, ZHP, 330i)

[danewilson77]

Pics of completed work below. Planned list is as follows.

1. New rims-BBS CH or Forgestar F-14's.
2. KW V2's.
3. One panel needs reupholstered on rear seat.

My story goes like this. Its not a story of luck...or love.....but a story of determination. Determination to save an Imola Red ZHP from a life of abuse, and neglect. When I initially started looking....I was looking for a 330i manual. I had found one in New Jersey, and one in Arlington, VA....and had about 8 or so others that I was going to look at....but they all ended up sold.

So....the one in New Jersey was an AW 330i ZHP with cinnamon interior. Truly stunning car with 78k miles....but I didn't want to make the drive....and was keeping that one in my hip pocket.

So....I ended up at a place in Arlington, VA. They had a 330Ci.....and I told them exactly what I was looking for...and they said they would find me my car in 30 days...and to take the Black 330Ci. I paid $15k and was out the door, with what I thought was a pretty sweet car....

This is the black one (while I was in Manassas...seeing friends on my way home from the purchase)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Black%20Bimmer/21619548917_ORIGcroppedsz600-1.jpg

This was it about 4 hours later...hehe
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Black%20Bimmer/DSC02986sz1200.jpg

Fast forward to day 18 with the black 330Ci. Dealership not getting back to me at all....I kept calling and they said....that "we are still looking". Mmmmph! I was getting worried. So....a couple of days pass and I see this imola 330i show up on their lot....and its a zhp. Initial deal was for $15k (They told me I could bring back the black one and I could do a direct swap...for $15k)....they lied...and told me I would need $19.8k to get the ZHP....and I ended up settling on $17.2k due to availability and I just really wanted the car. Obviously getting the car up to snuff...is not something I would shy from.

The car did not have style 135's....swirl marks were evident, stain on the drivers seat, passenger side mirror was black, someone had glued something to the roof...that had been removed, drivers side mirror was rusty, Passenger side foglight was cracked, and I got an SES light 100 miles outside of Arlington (how convenient). I replaced the battery 2 days after purchase, along with DISA, and upper and lower intake boots. I immediately did an oil, diff, tranny fluid swap. Over the past 6 months....I have done all of the below. I feel as though I have nursed it back to health with my love for these cars and my superb attention to detail. I have also learned how to properly detail the car, and have purchased the necessary Porter Cable and pads. Front bumper had a little bit of damage going on.....and that's why you will see I have painted the lower portion of it black. I actually kind of like i that way.....and since its a DD...I don't need to worry about rock chips and what not.

Current issues that need addressed...are: Passenger side front wheel well is a lil messed up (no biggie), Needs sunshade pull (no biggie), need new pre-cat O2 sensors, and I think I will need new FCA's soon. Other than some modest wear (It has 116k miles on it) the car is flawless.

Now please join me on this journey through time.....with a car being resurrected.

Custom Shift surround plate and interior trim done by Feia0303.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7019/6716620927_9cfb0a3585_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6716620927/)
Imola interior 5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6716620927/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6716621169_6e68329b4e_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6716621169/)
Imola interior 6 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6716621169/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Silver%20Bimmer/DSC02137sz1100.jpg

Colgan nosemask from Bavauto. Nice black mirror huh? I told you I was saving the car, right?

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03040sz1200.jpg

Weisslicht Angel Eyes from JLeviSW.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03189sz1200.jpg

CF Strut bar from ECSTuning.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03010sz1200-1.jpg

Hankook Ventus V12's (225 front - 245 rear) from Tirerack.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03546sz1200.jpg

AL OEM Shift Pedals and dead pedal from Modbargains.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03538sz1200.jpg

"No blind spot" Euro mirrors from ECSTuning.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/IMG_20101014_163925.jpg

18 X 8 Enkei EKM3's from Tirerack.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03775sz1200.jpg

New Headlight lenses from Bimmian.

Thule roofrack Free!

BMW CCA grill emblem from BMW CCA

Matte black kidneys - DIY

"No Hole" License plate bracket from DDMTuning.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04006-3.jpg

FK Silverline X Fully adjustable coilovers from ECSTuning.

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ZHP Mafia Sticker from ZHP Mafia....hehe

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03907.jpg

Euro Perf Wheelskinz Steering wheel cover.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03985.jpg

B/W hood, trunk, wheel emblems from Khoalty, matte black tailpipes - DIY.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03926.jpg

BMW Performance brake rotors (Front/rear) from ECSTuning.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20101205_164316.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMG_20101201_203857.jpg

Free Splitters from Keith (Kayger12)....Install still in process

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04008-2.jpg

Clears from Khoa

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04097.jpg

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AFE CAI Pro5R

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20110329_175305.jpg

Current Setup as of 4/7/11

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As of 4/29/11

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04351.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04353.jpg

5/4/11

Wheels painted with Wurth products.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04416.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04410.jpg

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http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04355.jpg

Then came the body work to bring the car back to 100% condition. Respray roof, Hood (couple of small dings repaired), rear passenger door (I swear I think a deer ran into, based off geometry of dent), and rear bumper (where previous owner had "bumped" another car as evidenced by "circles" from license plate bolts).

I paid $975 for roof/hood respray. Front and rear bumper respray with some small ding removal, and he pulled the dent outta the rear passenger side door. Is it perfect? No. Is it better than what it was? Yes. I still plan to have him re-shoot hood on Friday. There is one small fisheye on the roof, I would like to see him correct as well. He did the front bumper for free. The guy was trying to help me out...and I rushed him, as I needed the car back on Monday. He did what he did from Friday night.....to Monday morning. He needed the work as well. He guarantee's his work for as long as I own the vehicle....which is more than I can say for most body shops.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/IMG_20110528_122005.jpg

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Tint on 6/1/11 - 35/35/35

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04547.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04548.jpg

Splitters from Sockethead (Rob)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04632.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04619.jpg

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Installed 7/8/11 @ 128.5k miles.

KW V1's and Cusco Strut Bar.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/IMAG0161.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/IMAG0173-1.jpg

BBS CK's (18x8) with Khumo AST's (225/45/18)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG0421.jpg

As of 8/24/11

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/acopy6.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/bcopy.jpg

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As of 9/5/11

Red BBS Center caps.

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10/22/11 - 138,500 miles.

http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6216/6230356881_9a0eb70461_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6230356881/)
Front end.Contrast adjusted (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6230356881/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6224076823_42b7ed431b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6224076823/)
Imola Front (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/6224076823/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

12.7.12

Added Bimmian Celly Mount

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/ImolaBimmianPhonemountresize.jpg

Added Racing Dynamics Rear Strut Brace

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/ImolaRDRearStrutMount.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/ImolaDriveway12212.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/ImolaDriveway12212Rear.jpg

As of April 2012. With approx 150k miles.

–Replaced Cowling.
-Replaced tranny fluid with Pentosin MTF-2.
-Replaced Diff fluid with Redline 75W-90.
-Added Bridgestone Potenza RE960 Pole Positions. 235/40/18.
-Replaced hood badge.
-Alignment.

5/22/12

Lowered moar on KW V1's
Added ///M Tri-Stitched Shift Boot and E-Brake Boot. Thanks Ryan.
Added BMW Performance Shift Knob. Thanks Kristen/Rob.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/VA%20Meet%202012/ZHPMeetImola.jpg
http://www.flickr.com/photos/zhpmafia/7231701344/

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7214/7242028162_46e0563116_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7242028162/)
BMW Perf Shift Knob and New boots (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7242028162/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7087/7236385224_70cf62e5fe_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7236385224/)
ZHPMafia Sigfest 2013 Coll of W&M 2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7236385224/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8025/7236340654_1d95e5197d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7236340654/)
ZHPMafia Sigfest 2013 Coll of W&M (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dw77zhpmafia/7236340654/) by Dane Wilson77 (http://www.flickr.com/people/dw77zhpmafia/), on Flickr

As of 5/30/13

Coby Wheel wrap (///M stitched) and matching boots

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1367013840681-1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1367013840681-1.jpg.html)

UUC Strutbarbarian

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/8e940088-246f-4144-8dbb-f1f8279eb020.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/8e940088-246f-4144-8dbb-f1f8279eb020.jpg.html)

Muteki extended lugs in titanium and stud set from Bimmerworld

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/1a39ff92-88c4-4db6-af29-cc9f5f29a2f3.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/1a39ff92-88c4-4db6-af29-cc9f5f29a2f3.jpg.html)

///M door sills

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Continental Extreme Contact DWS's

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0392.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0392.jpg.html)

Molded Seamless Splitters

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0375.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0375.jpg.html)

e90 shift and ebrake knobs

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1364588607271-1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1364588607271-1.jpg.html)

7.1.14 Installed Gruppe///M Intake

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http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/nicee46076/PicsArt_1404953520751.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/nicee46076/PicsArt_1404953520751.jpg.html)

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New Light birch trim and Coco mats

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[kayger12]

Well that's certainly a creative way to do a teaser thread.

[danewilson77]

Well that's certainly a creative way to do a teaser thread.

:rofl

[mimalmo]

Needs moar pictars! :)

[Nomar06]

how about ONE picture to begin with?

[danewilson77]

No

[Gheybe]

This thread is :gabe

[Maximus57]

DaneW

Your car is HOT, but, the bra has got to go dude. Clear bra that sucker.

[danewilson77]

DaneW

Your car is HOT, but, the bra has got to go dude. Clear bra that sucker.

Please vote in my voting thread. Thank you.

[danewilson77]

Pics updated for the H8Rs....

[mr hish]

nice ride i really like what u have done on ur baby !! btw where did u do the custom trim and how much did it cost u ?

[danewilson77]

Feia0303 (Sophia) did it for me for free. She is outta Concorde, CA

[kayger12]

Great story, DW.

Never realized how much TLC you needed to give her to get her where she is.

Great work!

[az3579]

I like your new thread title. lol

[danewilson77]

I like your new thread title. lol

LMAO!

[pyreguy]

Apt title. You have definitely put a lot of love into your ZHP. Thanks for sharing.

I also like how it only took you 4 hours to pimp the black one :biggrin

[danewilson77]

Thanks! It may not have been that long...lol.

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[gr330zhp]

Cool thread Dane!

Do you regret not going to see the AW/Cinn ZHP in Jersey or not really??

[danewilson77]

I do a bit....but it was leather interior.....and it looked worn a bit...so not really.

[gr330zhp]

I see :)

[TuningEuros]

hey Dane,
Why dont you pm me and we can def help you out with number 4. Vented hood. Why? Because I can we have the m3 style cf hood and the gtr vented cf hood at a very veryy low price. (you would be surprised) loll. if you need any other parts let me know, we'll def hook you up.

Eli
TuningEuros

[adb1028]

I too am slowly nursing my ZHP back to health. The paint right now is the worst part. In some spots the clear coat is so dull that it looks like someone took sand paper to it. I think I'll take the plunge and get a full 3 step paint correction detail this Spring. She still needs a little work (front and rear bumpers mainly) but coming along nicely.

[danewilson77]

Buy a kit and diy?

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[adb1028]

Buy a kit and diy?

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Ideally I'd like to have someone teach me, I don't trust myself with power tools around car paint :rofl

[danewilson77]

Ok...I taught myself. Its very easy, and M0nk3y helped me out a lot.

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[billschusteriv]

Love the clears Dane!

Excellent thread - I'm enjoying the updates as you go and such that we can follow!

[danewilson77]

Thanks Billy

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[danewilson77]

Project thread updated for custom shift surround that I got last week. Finally installed yesterday.

[kayger12]

Looking good, DW.

[az3579]

Definitely looks the business. Just need to get the rest of the pieces clearcoated the same way.

[Hornung418]

I did not find a single line of Iambic pentameter...I feel cheated somehow...

Clearly DW77's IR sedan has Tiger Blood flowing through it's veins.
Looking forward to that Black roof vinyl!!

[danewilson77]

Definitely looks the business. Just need to get the rest of the pieces clearcoated the same way.

Yeah...I noticed that. Not a big deal to me right now.

[az3579]

Yeah...I noticed that. Not a big deal to me right now.

I can clear it for you if you'd like...

[danewilson77]

Well....everything is cleared.....it's just looked like she used a glossy on the shift surround. Plus...the shift surround had a lil more silver in it. I kinda like it different. Different textures/finishes. It kinda shows off her work. IDK....I appreciate the offer though.....just gonna roll like this until I can't stand it...then I may hit you up.

[jpawela]

Looks great, Dane!

[danewilson77]

Thanks brutha.

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[billschusteriv]

Dane - do you have plans to do a photo shoot this weekend? Would like to see the transformation!

[danewilson77]

I might take some pics....

[billschusteriv]

Sweet!

[danewilson77]

Its basically this...with clears, no bra, and a lil clearer. I will post new ones though....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC03396sz1200.jpg

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[danewilson77]

From tonight with the Droid...for Billy.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20110316_183103.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20110316_183048.jpg

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[pyreguy]

That looks really really hot Dane

[Hornung418]

OMG...:drool
Looks so much lower w/o the rack.

Black grills are sick. You keepin the ECSTuning vinyls above the side markers?

[gr330zhp]

Wow Dane! It really really looks sexy without the bra :)

[L0veZHP]

From tonight with the Droid...for Billy.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20110316_183103.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMG_20110316_183048.jpg

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I've just been FLASHED. :jawdrop

[pyreguy]

It does look a lot lower without the rack!

[Mtnman]

Yup. Agree. When u go low and slow, you must go naked....looks great

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[billschusteriv]

:wow

Looks amazing! Like a totally different car! What do you think? Or are you still getting used to it?

I know you said it was sans rack and bra...but visuals always help!

[kayger12]

Looks awesome. I'm loving her clean.

[danewilson77]

You guys are killin me. You can't all be wrong. I'll leave it clean, and concentrate on other stuff.

I am going to remove ecs and ddm stickers. Ima peel off the mafia stickers and move down a lil with the black ones. Ima leave the Khoalty ones there.....for now.

Thanks for all of the great compliments.

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[billschusteriv]

I like it clean... But like I said, its like a totally different car.

Doesn't mean I don't like or miss the bra and rack!

[danewilson77]

Yeah...I hear ya. Its nice to be able to change up the look whenever I want. I can swap in ambers too! Just for BP.

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[az3579]

Looks so... naked.
But looks freakin' sick at the same time. I do kind of miss the things that made it "Dane's car" though (bra, rack) as opposed "that sick car". Know what I mean?



I can swap in ambers too! Just for BP.

Man, I'll tell ya; that'd be like giving a coke-addict a fix after being in rehab for a few days. Definitely would ease my pain... :rofl

[danewilson77]

Looks so... naked.
But looks freakin' sick at the same time. I do kind of miss the things that made it "Dane's car" though (bra, rack) as opposed "that sick car". Know what I mean?


Yes...I know what you mean.

[L0veZHP]

I might just steal "that sick car look" then lol btw Dane whats the black color on your front bumper? did you paint it black? I read your post but still don't get it.

[danewilson77]

I might just steal "that sick car look" then lol btw Dane whats the black color on your front bumper? did you paint it black? I read your post but still don't get it.

Yes....it is painted......

I got it done professionally at Hard Werk Tuning. It came out pretty good I think.

[L0veZHP]

yeah beautiful! always loved your look man! with the rack and bra!

[danewilson77]

Thanks L0ve

[danewilson77]

So for this week boys and girlz.....I will be installing clear tail, new matte black kidneys, led side marker bulbs, and I think the rack will go back on when I purchase the appropriate Thule fairing for it.

I have fresh Bosch O2 sensors and UUC CAB's sitting in the garage that are not needed. You know...they're just chillin...waiting for game time.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04047-7-1-1.jpg

[danewilson77]

Thule fairing ordered through the Amazon link here (http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?lt1=_blank&bc1=000000&IS2=1&bg1=FFFFFF&fc1=000000&lc1=0000FF&t=zhpcom-20&o=1&p=8&l=as4&m=amazon&f=ifr&ref=ss_til&asins=B000LHQZYC)! $75.95 shipped. Finally....the right fairing for my rack....whew!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/316xzEZVWlL__SS420_.jpg

[jpawela]

Never had any problem with your old fairing, but this Thule one should fit nicely! Regardless, I've always been attracted to racks. :) I'm going to get my matte black kidneys soon too.

[pyreguy]

I'm looking forward to seeing how that new fairing looks installed


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[danewilson77]

Thanks for the replies fella's.

J....neither did I...it just wasn't right.

Will surely post up pics.

HTC Thunderbolt in da hizouse!

[billschusteriv]

Missed the update on the fairing over here.

What length did you end up getting?

IIRC the Thule fit guide says there are two sizes that work for our cars.

Or did you measure across instead of using the fit guide?

[danewilson77]

I could have gone 32" or 38". 38" extends to the inner edge of the roof channels. IMHO, that looks like waht I had......and when I measured, 32" looked like a tophat (too small). A 32" would have sat about 3-4" inside the roof channels...

[billschusteriv]

Cool. I followed the Thule fitment guide, which said 44" - and was way way too big.

I ended going with the 38" also - which sits inside of my factory rails.

[danewilson77]

There you go....whew. I was looking for confirmation on that.

[billschusteriv]

There you go....whew. I was looking for confirmation on that.

Dane - I was wrong. My memory is shot.

I am rocking the 32". But its only so I can fit it in between the rails behind my sunroof. This is based on placement of my car top carrier. Pic to follow.

I also bought the 38" - it fits in front of your roof rails and sunroof; which is where you want to put yours (I think).

The Thule fit guide say 38" and 44" fits - but after seeing the 38 - 44 is too big IMO.

[danewilson77]

I think this is 38".

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04029.jpg

[billschusteriv]

That looks like it is ~38".

I'm also running the factory roof rails. This is 32". Sorry for the cell pic.

http://i934.photobucket.com/albums/ad185/bill_schuster/IMG00235-20110318-0817.jpg

[danewilson77]

No worries. great pic. That fairing is win.

[L0veZHP]

would it be bad if i paint my front bumper just like your? Dane.

[danewilson77]

Nope. Do what you want.

My thing is.......I sanded it.....three coats of black, and a coat of clear. That was a few months ago. It's already jacked....so....imho.....spending money to paint this bumper (the right way)....with all the driving I do is a waste of money. I will in the future. I consider it a replaceable wear surface at this point in its life.

[L0veZHP]

Thanks for the info, i was just wondering. Because i need to paint my bumper and ive been thinking about painting it like yours and getting black matte grilles instead of the Imola Red and since i live in NYC everything gets messed up, its kind of not worth having a nice car up here...

[danewilson77]

Roger. Take your time....and pics...or it never happened. Out do me. I challenge you to make your car, you. Come at me bro. Boom! Winning!

[L0veZHP]

lol its not that easy! im only 18 going to college with a 3 day JOB lol i don't have as much money to spend..

[L0veZHP]

give me sometime tho! ill take your challenge tho!!! but for real give me time lol

[danewilson77]

I'll give you all the time you want. Can't wait to see it.

School is numero uno for you.



HTC Thunderbolt in da hizouse!

[pyreguy]

School! Winning! Boom!


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[danewilson77]

School! Winning! Boom!


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Totally.

HTC Thunderbolt in da hizouse!

[L0veZHP]

=]

[az3579]

The CS quotes are getting old... lol

Dane,
Have you considered an invisible bra to protect that paint surface? I believe they make them specifically for our ZHP bumpers as well.

[danewilson77]

The CS quotes are getting old... lol

Dane,
Have you considered an invisible bra to protect that paint surface? I believe they make them specifically for our ZHP bumpers as well.

Boom! No!

[pyreguy]

Would you put an invisible bra on an F-18? No!


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[kayger12]

Tiger blood eats through invisible bras anyway.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[pyreguy]

I believe it will melt faces as well...


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[kayger12]

Winning!

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[az3579]

:facepalm

[pyreguy]

:rofl

It will always be funny my friend :biggrin


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[danewilson77]

Updated with AFE. Anybody else see all the pics cut in half...or just me? Thanks

[spencers]

Updated with AFE. Anybody else see all the pics cut in half...or just me? Thanks

Looks fine with my iPhone in
Are you keeping the shield silver?

[danewilson77]

Looks fine with my iPhone in
Are you keeping the shield silver?

Thanks Spence. It changed somehow...lol.

[Hornung418]

Waiting on that dyno!!! :biggrin

[danewilson77]

Waiting on that dyno!!! :biggrin

LOL.....teaser.....Muhahaha

[danewilson77]

A couple of updated pics from today....with clears all around and all stickers removed.

How do you guys thing the BMW OEM Silver paint is gonna look on these rims? Srsly?

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04251-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04258-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04247-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04244-2.jpg

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I think it looks good.

I'd have to see an example of the paint you're referring to. I need to see a picture.

[kayger12]

Car looks great, DW. I am unsure on the paint...

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Some examples.....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/wheel-convert.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/ext43_oops-vi.jpg

Directions for later....

a) Refinishing:
• Remove the damaged wheel from vehicle.
• Clean the damaged area with PrepSol and then sand the scratched or damaged area with Norton 3X Sandpaper (p-graded aluminium oxide grain,) 60, 80 or 100 grit sand paper, sand wet or dry with a wooden sanding block.
• Use a tack rag and wipe the area, using a light pressure
• Fill any minor indentations with Bondo Lightweight Filler 264 and Red Cream Hardener, allowing approx 30 minutes before you shape / sand
• Sand the wheels until you've removed the scratches, `kerbing' marks and/or smoothed the Bondo filler.
• Continue the sanding process using finer and finer grades of UniGrit paper, 220 or 320 grit and finally with 500-grit paper.
• For small hard to reach places use a Dremel Tool and a suitable sanding bit
Note- If the above cleaning method don’t finish to wheels to your liking have them bead blasted
Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, VW, and most other European OEMs use a cast aluminium alloy wheels. They're usually painted silver and have a clear coated finish.

b) Repainting (cast aluminium ) Wheel Surface• Prepare the surface by removing all sandpaper residues with a tack rag, wash surface and then dry thoroughly. .
• Use 3M Painters Masking Tape between the tyre and the wheel rim (or use Vaseline to mask the tyre from paint overspray)
• Wipe-down the wheels with DuPont Prep Sol and allow to air dry.
• Apply a thin coat of 1z 'Haft-Grund' Self-etching Primer to stabilize and provide an etched surface.
• Use at temperatures between 70 – 90.oF degrees Fahrenheit (.Do not use this paint in damp conditions)
• Shake the can well for at least a full minute
• Push the spray nozzle as you sweep across and release at the end.
• Spray on, spray off. Spray on, spray off; apply as a very fine / thin coat.
• Paint the wheels with two thin coats of silver alloy paint (Wurth German Alloy Silver Wheel) to ensure complete coverage
• Allow air-drying; 1-2 hours between coats and then lightly sand finish, then leave to cure overnight.
• Finish with a clear lacquer paint (Wurth European Blend Lacquers) apply two or three thin coats of clear with about 20-30 minutes of drying time between coats to seal the silver metallic paint and add depth and gloss
• A allow clear coat to air-dry and then cure for 4-6 ours
• Apply a sealant for protection
• If your axle/ wheel centres (hats) are cast iron, you may want to consider painting the hat area with some hi-temp black engine paint

Product details
1. 1z 'Haft-Grund' Self-etching Primer - bare metal (steel or aluminium) wheels should be primed first with a self' -etching primer and is lead and cadmium-free Applied under a topcoat of urethane paint provides a secondary method of protecting the steel from corrosion. This primer bonds to bare metal and forms a base suitable for synthetic resin, acrylic lacquer and nitro combination paints. A single can will prime two wheels
Warning - Do not use this primer on painted or clear-coated wheels where you are touching-up scuffs and scrapes. A self-etching Primer is for use only on wheels that have been taken down to bare metal.

2. Wurth German Alloy Silver Wheel Paint (Aerosol) can be used as a spot touch-up or whole wheel repaints, one can is enough to coat two complete wheels. This paint is unusually user-friendly, it’s a fast-drying lacquer that matches the standard allow wheel paint use by Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi and most other European OEMs. One aerosol restores two complete wheels. to match the OEM gloss of new vehicles

3. Wurth European Blend Lacquers (Aerosol) - used for all German (silver) painted wheels, to match the OEM gloss of new vehicles. This paint is unusually user-friendly, it’s a fast-drying lacquer that matches the standard allow wheel paint use by Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, VW, Audi and most other European OEMs. Wurth German Alloy Silver Wheel Lacquer can be effectively used for spot repairs or full wheel restoration. One can is enough to coat two complete wheels. For the best results, use at temperatures between 70 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

[Hornung418]

Where's that dyno, young man??




































:biggrin

[danewilson77]

Soon grasshopper....

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[M0nk3y]

:drool @ this whole thread

I can't believe I missed all of this, so purdy!

[danewilson77]

Thanks Kyle...

[az3579]

Methinks you shouldn't bother with the OEM silver. Your existing finish is teh sez.
Current finish > > > > OEM silver finish <--- IMO

[danewilson77]

Interesting....mmmm......

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[danewilson77]

YUP....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04355.jpg

[kayger12]

SIMPLY.LOVE. IT.

[danewilson77]

Thanks Keith.

Updated two new pics in initial post (Last two pics).

I have two extra stickers....

[mimalmo]

Lulz.

[az3579]

Thanks Keith.

Updated two new pics in initial post (Last two pics).

I have two extra stickers....

10 moar horsepowers!

[danewilson77]

Their inside stickers so I believe I get 12 Horseys......less wind resistance...hehe

[danewilson77]

Initial post updated with some different pics of the body work that was done.

[bullfrogs_M3]

Looks good man. I just had my hood resprayed about 3-4 weeks ago as well. Nothin like a fresh clean hood to make the car look new :)

[danewilson77]

Looks good man. I just had my hood resprayed about 3-4 weeks ago as well. Nothin like a fresh clean hood to make the car look new :)

Yeah....it def helps.

[bullfrogs_M3]

Pics of completed work below. Planned list is as follows.

1. New rims-BBS CH or Forgestar F-14's.
2. KW V2's.
3. One panel needs reupholstered on rear seat.

BBS CH's huh? hmmmmmmm I'll keep my eye open for a set for you lol

[danewilson77]

Bro...I threw you an offer. I wasn't trying to low ball. Maybe I did. Meant no disrespect....but you never replied. I was ready to Paypal my offer.

[bullfrogs_M3]

I know i know. But everytime I clean up the wheels and car I want to keep them. They are just to good looking when clean. Plus shipping is such a bear with wheels.

I still may change my mind a little later, but right now I just got new rubber 235/front and 255/rear, so I am going to hold to them for a while. I change my mind, you'll be the first to know!

[Ryans323i]

Dane, why'd you go w/ a steering wheel wrap? I'm just curious. I think it looks fine, and my steering wheel's leather is hurting and I'm thinking about this option. Please give me your pros, cons and thoughts.

[danewilson77]

My leather wheel looked fine.....but I had a wheelskinz in the TiAg, and installed it, more to keep what looks good looking good, more than anything. I love the way they look and make the ///M3 wheel even gurthier. I went with the euor-perf option and had to call in my measurements just as a heads up...though...with a 323..you can prolly just handle through the site. Unless you have an ///M3 wheel.

[Ryans323i]

Does it slide around at all?

[danewilson77]

Does it slide around at all?

Not even a lil bit. That baby is hand stitched..all the way around.

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[Ryans323i]

Thanks for the info!

[spencers]

New paint looks goooood. Why didn't you paint the splitters?

[danewilson77]

I kind of like the shadowline on the bumper.

Thanks Spence.

Also..I did not know he was painting the bumper. He painted it...just because it needed it.

[danewilson77]

Tint pics......best I could do with limited time.

Post 1 updated with full size pics.....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04548-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04546-1.jpg

[bullfrogs_M3]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04546-1.jpg

Is it just me or is your license plate sticking out far? Is that one of those no hole plate holders?

[lilcdkey]

Is it just me or is your license plate sticking out far? Is that one of those no hole plate holders?

Yes it is, sir.

[danewilson77]

Yes it is, sir.

+1....lol

Check out post #1. There will be better pics of it there...

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[Johnmadd]

I need to see pics of the tint in the daytime to see how it REALLY looks, congrats on it though.

[danewilson77]

I need to see pics of the tint in the daytime to see how it REALLY looks, congrats on it though.

Yeah...I hear ya.....

Had to get outta there to see the kids game. Parked...quick pic...was all I could manage.

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[az3579]

New paint looks goooood. Why didn't you paint the splitters?

He doesn't have splitters. The bottom part of his bumper is just painted that way. Makes it look like he has splitters though, which is really cool.


Tint pics......best I could do with limited time.

Post 1 updated with full size pics.....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04548-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04546-1.jpg

Tints? That's news to me...
Looks good though! What camera did you take that pic with? I can't get any of my cameras to fully show the angel eyes; it's always a big whitish-blueish blur. :(

[danewilson77]

Total Droid pic FTW BP.

The Droid has EAEICS (Enhanced Angel Eye Image Capturing Software)

[az3579]

Total Droid pic FTW BP.

The Droid has EAEICS (Enhanced Angel Eye Image Capturing Software)


How come my DROID-X didn't come with EAEICS??? :(

[danewilson77]

How come my DROID-X didn't come with EAEICS??? :(

IDK...you may want to call Verizon or Motorola.

[billschusteriv]

How come my DROID-X didn't come with EAEICS??? :(

DW gots da mafia hook up. :)

[danewilson77]

Picked up this today. I think it will compliment the AFE under the hood nicely.

ECSTuning CF strut bar will be offed to someone on the cheap....within the family of course. Nothing wrong with it. I just need a change.

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[Johnmadd]

I want the strut bar, for real.

[danewilson77]

I want the strut bar, for real.

Ok...you gots dibs.

This is what I picked up.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/_1288015331.jpg

Cusco OS style strut brace....FTW.

1 of 4 items to tease you with tonight.

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[Johnmadd]

Bulge needed to fit that?

[danewilson77]

No....its for non ///M or ///M....

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[Johnmadd]

When should I come get it?

[danewilson77]

When should I come get it?

Whenever......

I must have missed it. Did we agree on a price?

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[Johnmadd]

Whenever......

I must have missed it. Did we agree on a price?

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I know you are a honorable person... and you know I post pics and tell how much I got it for.

[danewilson77]

I know you are a honorable person... and you know I post pics and tell how much I got it for.

:rofl

What's the offer John boy? $170 new before shipping at ECS.

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[Johnmadd]

Droid is about to die...
Not gonna haggle too much....120$.

[danewilson77]

Let's call it $100 local pickup...shipping included :biggrin

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[danewilson77]

Another shot of the new one....

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/_1288015315.jpg

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Let's call it $100 local pickup...shipping included :biggrin

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You're a hell of a haggler, DW.

[danewilson77]

Yeah...you know me...all honorable like and such....hehe.

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

He says $120 and you go to $100. Do I hear $90?

[Johnmadd]

Thanks Dane. I agree and will pickup on friday after 7:30 pm. Can you help install onsite?

[Johnmadd]

He says $120 and you go to $100. Do I hear $90?

Hehe, he's da man.

[danewilson77]

Thanks Dane. I agree and will pickup on friday after 7:30 pm. Can you help install onsite?

Of course.

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[Johnmadd]

Should I iron that 100$bill? I be there friday.

[danewilson77]

Should I iron that 100$bill? I be there friday.

Na....just grab a fresh one off your press. Or...you could even Paypal me.

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[az3579]

Damn, I missed yet another deal because I didn't check the forums for a day. :shifty

[danewilson77]

Items in cart...added to initial post.

I still haven't decided on the coilovers.....but I would think Turner turns out a solid product. V2's are above my budget.

[danewilson77]

My plan for October 2011 to October 2012 is as follows:

1. Continue with regular maintenence.

2. VANOS Rebuild - To include anti-rattle and seal kits.

http://www.beisansystems.com/products.html

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/bs002_large-1.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/bs001_large-1.jpg

3. Coolant overhaul

http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Engine/Cooling/ES263603/

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/163628_x600-1.jpg

4. New pullies and belts.

Hydraulic Tensioner - http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Search/11287838797/ES517967/

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/68365_x600.jpg

Deflection Pulley - http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Search/11287841228/ES259467/

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/19174_x600.jpg

AC Tensioner - http://www.ecstuning.com/ES21722/

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/10419_x600.jpg

5. Re-wrap both outboard rear seat bolsters with new alcantara.

http://www.oldstock4less.com/

And if I can swing it....this BBK.

http://www.ecstuning.com/ES2215444/

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/186067_x600.jpg

[Hornung418]

Good plan...I expect a Dyno Sheet in no less than 364 days from now.




:devilish

[danewilson77]

Good plan...I expect a Dyno Sheet in no less than 364 days from now.



:devilish

You kill me. The vanos...and subsequent dyno will be on top of my list. I can't take you anymoarz......

[Hornung418]

Haha I do what I can. Just let me know 'when' and I'll stop pouring it on ;)

[danewilson77]

Haha I do what I can. Just let me know 'when' and I'll stop pouring it on ;)

Roger. Will do....trust me.

[Johnmadd]

My question is why is sept not included? You got some secret September mod planned that you can tease?

[danewilson77]

My question is why is sept not included? You got some secret September mod planned that you can tease?

That kinda goes without saying doesn't it.

[GSEN820]

DW your car looks really good now. You set your stance as it should be.

The rims look really great.

[danewilson77]

DW your car looks really good now. You set your stance as it should be.

The rims look really great.

Thank you....that means alot.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

DW your car looks really good now. You set your stance as it should be.

The rims look really great.

:like

[danewilson77]

Updated

[cakM3]

DW your car looks really good now. You set your stance as it should be.

The rims look really great.

Dane,

I also have to concur with this statement....car looks perfect :drool

I hope to get the same stance later this year when I install new coil overs :)

[Ryans323i]

I agree too. One of my favorite stances of all time! Seriously. Can't wait to see it in person.

[johnrando]

Add my vote too! I'm jealous of those sweet rims... keeping my 135s but vicariously living viewing yours. (or CSLs too).

[derbo]

car is looking gravyyyyy

[danewilson77]

Thanks to all for the super positive comments. You motivate the he'll outta me!

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[ryankokesh]

Add my vote too! I'm jealous of those sweet rims... keeping my 135s but vicariously living viewing yours. (or CSLs too).

Yeah, those rims are insane. I saw a set of them in person at tirerack when a was winter wheel shopping and I got all excited because they were the same ones, lol. But yeah, they look reeeeeealy good.


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[e3thekid]

bump this thread fasho! Dane, great work with your ZHP. one of the sexiest ones out there, no doubt. wish mine looked at least 1/5 as good!

[danewilson77]

Thanks Kid......

[BRGcoopahS]

hey gow come you got rid of the german stripes on your grille? I thought that looked awesome.

[danewilson77]

hey gow come you got rid of the german stripes on your grille? I thought that looked awesome.

Just changed it up. Wanted it clean.

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[danewilson77]

Updated end of OP with 3 additions.

[bullfrogs_M3]

Lookin sexy as ever DW!! Makes me wish I had sticked to my guns and gotten an IR car

[danewilson77]

Lookin sexy as ever DW!! Makes me wish I had sticked to my guns and gotten an IR car

Thanks J. Hit me up when you're ready for the fender roller.

Sent from a Thunderbolt

[ryankokesh]

Dang that's low...

[Ryans323i]

Should have insisted on a ride as payment. Definitely next time. She's a beautiful machine DW. Can't wait to see the 10s on the rear. I can't imagine the dopeness.

[danewilson77]

Should have insisted on a ride as payment. Definitely next time. She's a beautiful machine DW. Can't wait to see the 10s on the rear. I can't imagine the dopeness.

Thanks Ryan. The ride is def yours. I will put it on my schedule.

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[johnrando]

BTW DW, it was a pleasure being able to ride in your car. What a beauty. Very cool seeing the trim first hand, loved it.

[danewilson77]

Thanks Johnny. Glad you liked it. I have had people in my car....and seen that look in their face....before. I just pull over and tell them to get out...hehe.

[danewilson77]

:shifty

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/71b2f85e-f300-4de6-869c-2a1b9037b688.jpg

[johnrando]

OK, I'm intrigued.

[Johal E32]

:shifty

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/71b2f85e-f300-4de6-869c-2a1b9037b688.jpg

New headlights to replace those crappy ZKW's??

[danewilson77]

New headlights to replace those crappy ZKW's??

Just lenses.

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[WOLFN8TR]

How did I miss this thread? ZHP has come a long way, very nice Dane!

[danewilson77]

How did I miss this thread? ZHP has come a long way, very nice Dane!

Thanks Wolfy.

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[danewilson77]

And so the process begins....I'm gonna love it looking right.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/71944c4e-d4e6-45eb-9505-ad6e319d36b0.jpg

[zhpnsnv]

That car is going to be the most perfect high-mileage IR anywhere, mostly because it already held that title beforehand!!! Can't wait for the pics. I'm so frickin' pissed I don't get to hang out at the reunion this year.

[danewilson77]

That car is going to be the most perfect high-mileage IR anywhere, mostly because it already held that title beforehand!!! Can't wait for the pics. I'm so frickin' pissed I don't get to hang out at the reunion this year.

Yeah...NOT happy about that as well. Thanks for the compliment.

[Avetiso]

Nice to see the car getting somene love.

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[johnrando]

Finished pics?

[Ryans323i]

That car is going to be the most perfect high-mileage IR anywhere, mostly because it already held that title beforehand!!! Can't wait for the pics. I'm so frickin' pissed I don't get to hang out at the reunion this year.

We're all pretty upset about it. I was really excited to see your new 1is!


Finished pics?

+1

[danewilson77]

Finished pics?


We're all pretty upset about it. I was really excited to see your new 1is!



+1

He did not meet his own deadline.....lol.

I told him to take his time. Didn't want him rushing through it...if you know what I mean.

[danewilson77]

Good info, DW.

In for review.

Sent from my kick-A Galaxy S3


I was just doing some TireRack "what if" scenarios last night myself. Very interested to hear what you think of the DWSs.

I've got two sets of Style 135s now, so I've been kicking around going to a square setup on the new car. Which opens up a whole can of worms - all fronts? all rears? Tire size? Summer or A/S? I've also got a set of brand new 17" Beyern CSL reps with all season Kumhos I could run for winter, assuming they fit over the bigger brakes on the ZHP. Too much to think about. Might go work on my taxes - that's simpler.

Friday appointment at 0900 for install and alignment.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/PicsArt_1365539445905.jpg

[Mtnman]

:thumbsup

[derbo]

I have yet to try those tires. Perhaps when my pilot sports end. Loooking good Dane :)

[danewilson77]

Thanks Derek.

[Ryans323i]

He did not meet his own deadline.....lol.

I told him to take his time. Didn't want him rushing through it...if you know what I mean.

Missed this post. Definitely understand, don't ever rush the painter!

[danewilson77]

Will be picking it up on Friday :drool

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a959999-614e-4eb5-ae79-44ec046243ce.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/50bf40c9-be04-423d-85b1-114fe50fa28f.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/b4255f92-5bc4-4970-9e3d-1dd5ff03ac3a.jpg

[Torxuvin]

Sweet! Gotta love new paint. :drool I understand getting the front bumper repainted. What happened to the trunk? Scratches?

[danewilson77]

Sweet! Gotta love new paint. :drool I understand getting the front bumper repainted. What happened to the trunk? Scratches?

It had a small dime sized ding back there, since I bought it.

[Johnmadd]

Will be picking it up on Friday :drool

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/2a959999-614e-4eb5-ae79-44ec046243ce.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/50bf40c9-be04-423d-85b1-114fe50fa28f.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/b4255f92-5bc4-4970-9e3d-1dd5ff03ac3a.jpg

:drool

[midlandtech]

7812

[danewilson77]

Back at home :) Now I need to install my piano black kidneys.

Tires and new rim tomorrow at 0900.

Need to send it back next week so he can fix the roof though :mad

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/1976b0cd-22cd-4c5e-9ab4-9a4c16692101.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/1976b0cd-22cd-4c5e-9ab4-9a4c16692101.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/65211a4b-bc50-4faa-afc5-6a3fb9d3ebc1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/65211a4b-bc50-4faa-afc5-6a3fb9d3ebc1.jpg.html)

[Mtnman]

What happened to the roof?

[danewilson77]

What happened to the roof?

He had to fix a small spot of clear that he messed up two years ago before the first meet. He made it worse this time...lol.

He's fixing it correctly in the next week or two.

[Mtnman]

Damn. I feel ya. Just got my paint corrections done. So glad they came out ok. Its nerve racking to have someone painting your baby....

[danewilson77]

He had to fix a small spot of clear that he messed up two years ago before the first meet. He made it worse this time...lol.

He's fixing it correctly in the next week or two.


Damn. I feel ya. Just got my paint corrections done. So glad they came out ok. Its nerve racking to have someone painting your baby....

And I'm having the hood resprayed so he can make a lil $$.

Sent from the HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA and USA

[Vas]

Fresh Imola paint is soo nice.

[Mtnman]

Mmmmmmmm. :drool hood respray..... I have 25k miles and could already use one of those

[johnrando]

What happened to the roof?

The roof? The roof. The roof is on FI-YA!

[danewilson77]

:drool. New rim. Ugh. What a freaking long drawn out ordeal that was.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0392.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0392.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0393.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0393.jpg.html)

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[danewilson77]

Installed piano black kidneys last night.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0395.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0395.jpg.html)

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[johnrando]

Looks good. I personally like that much better than matte on Imola.

[danewilson77]

Looks good. I personally like that much better than matte on Imola.

:wub

Sent from the HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA and USA

[danewilson77]

Loving the 245 fitment.


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[danewilson77]

Alignment in progress. Looking at my car today I have decided to pony up for the euro clears from TMS.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0399-1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0399-1.jpg.html)

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[johnrando]

:thumbsup 245/X 35?

[danewilson77]

:thumbsup 245/X 35?

245/40/18

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[danewilson77]

They mounted, and balanced everything and did the alignment. Went to pull my red card out, and he told me to put it away. They quoted me $196.00. ;o)

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[johnrando]

Noice! Thanks for the info on the wheel size. Review please! (wrt feel with the larger fronts)

[Avetiso]

Good choice on the clears!

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[alexandre]

Wow. Must look brand new. What happened to your rim ?

Dibs on DEPO's if you sell them :)

[328ioc]

Damn those splitters look so sexy now.

Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk 2

[danewilson77]

Wow. Must look brand new. What happened to your rim ?

Dibs on DEPO's if you sell them :)

A shop about 2 years ago ran them over and damaged one. They wouldn't buy me a new one and wouldn't fix it properly, so three spokes have been painted silver.

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[jgt_zhp]

Installed piano black kidneys last night.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0395.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0395.jpg.html)

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Dane, where'd you source the piano black kidneys? I've been looking at either Piano Black, or Imola painted frames for mine.

[danewilson77]

I ordered them from Khoalty.

[danewilson77]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/e629647b-c2c3-481f-93e0-720604bab5fd.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/e629647b-c2c3-481f-93e0-720604bab5fd.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/08125a82-195d-4661-b335-1077a70c09a4.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/08125a82-195d-4661-b335-1077a70c09a4.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/85a22114-9f21-4891-8df2-17df0bbb2542.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/85a22114-9f21-4891-8df2-17df0bbb2542.jpg.html)

[Hornung418]

Everything I hoped they would be! Was the removal easy? Those pieces in the interior are always a pain to remove.

[danewilson77]

Pain in the ass somewhat. They are just rivets that pop into holes for the fronts. On the rears......you pop the aft most rivet, then pull the trim piece toward the rear of the vehicle.

I got all four of those pieces in 9.9/10 condition, shipped for.........................







































$xx.xx

:p

[derbo]

optional M doorsills?!

[johnrando]

Tease!

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[danewilson77]

2 each per wheel.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0420.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/IMAG0420.jpg.html)

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[cakM3]

Very nice Dane!!! :drool :drool :drool :drool

[Tnhl1989]

Too nice Dane :) Gotta love the lumbar you got there too :)

[johnrando]

:like. But I know not of this "lumbar".

[danewilson77]

Too nice Dane :) Gotta love the lumbar you got there too :)

I do. Absolutely.

[spoonerDee]

Lookin good mang!

[cakM3]

Dane's Imola ZHP sets the standard for the rest of us :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Nope. I appreciate the comment, but there are many nicer examples of the ZHP on this forum and other places.

My car is getting pretty beat up at >180K miles.

I'm just trying to stay caught up on aesthetics, and maintenance (preventative and corrective) which as you know, takes quite a bit of time.

I appreciate the kind words fella's.

[cakM3]

well....let me say that you sir have one very fine high mileage ZHP....:) I'm hoping to get mine 100% sorted out...

[derbo]

I think Dane does set the bar for what any of our cars should look like after 180k.

[danewilson77]

You guys are too kind. Thanks.

[bullfrogs_M3]

Hey Dane, did you get new wheels? I didn't go through ALL the posts yet but your sig says BBS CK's but it looks like you still have your BBS CH's :confused I didn't even know there was such a thing as BBS CK's till i google'd it

[danewilson77]

Never ever had CH's. I've always had CK's. You have CH's no?

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA