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  1. #151
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    Feb 2013
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    Austin TX
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    I got a "free" exterior detail (clay, polish, sealant) last week. This is how: when I bought the F30 it came with an Appearance Protection plan. I didn't want it, but it was already included in the price. Last month, I started a claim because the paint had water spots. The company agreed to pay for the exterior detail, now the water spots are gone.

    I paid $500 for 2 plans: Appearance and Alloy Wheel Protection. I got the detail and 2 curb rash repairs in return.
    2005 IR / black / 6MT
    157,000 miles

  2. #152
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    Call that a win.
    325i, 2005, 5MT, Silvergrey, leatherette, Sport package; CDV delete, KONI STR-T & KYB Excel-G, Weisslichts, Stewart H2O pump

    328i, 2010, 6MT, Spacegrey, dakota leather, M-sport packages; has a 330 intake but no tune - yet
    http://s900.photobucket.com/user/othibau/media/Junesig.jpg.html][IMG]http://i900.photobucket.com/albums/ac208/othibau/Junesig.jpg

  3. #153
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    +1. I say most people will not open a claim and just waste the $500. The protection plan is good for 2 years.
    2005 IR / black / 6MT
    157,000 miles

  4. #154
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    Feb 2013
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    Austin TX
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    Big update: the suspension was refreshed at 87k miles. I went with Koni FSD (Frequency Selective Damping). These are the parts installed:

    Shock Kit Koni FSD
    31126855743 Thrust Rod Bush, F30
    31336787114 Low Spring Pad, F30
    31306868240 Strut Mnt Gskt, F30
    33506866038 Shock Mnt Gskt
    33536855439 Bump Stop, F30
    31306880438 Strut Mount, F30
    33506862725 Rear Shock Mount
    31336857729 Bump Stop, Frt
    31306863134 Strut Mount Bolt
    31306792211 Sway Bar Link, Frt
    31306791712 Up Spring Pad, F30

    *** Koni FSD has been replaced with Koni SA (Special Active)

    Mafia member GeorgeH completed the job. He didn't change the stock springs. Koni FSD specifically requires to keep the stock springs.

    The car has the option "S2VFA Adaptive M suspension" also known as EDC (Electronic Damper Control). Koni FSD is a non-EDC set and it required coding to remove the EDC out of the car. George coordinated with Joe @ TopGearSolutions for remote coding. TopGear is a sponsor on the bimmerpost forums with good reviews. I was told next time I visit the dealer, they may update the software on my car and this would require coding to remove the EDC again.

    So far I drove 300 miles and I'm very happy with the results. The clunking noises are gone. If I could use one word to describe how the car feels, it would be "luxury". The ride is not harsh at all. The car feels smooth on the road but it doesn't feel floaty. My wife drove the car afterwards and she didn't complain. I believe Koni FSD is one step above the factory setup. But I bought my car with 76k miles so I can't tell for sure.

    George, I appreciate your time and efforts on this one. You did lots of research and troubleshooting. Thank you !
    2005 IR / black / 6MT
    157,000 miles

  5. #155
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    Fsd ftw errytim

  6. #156
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    Nice Fredo! Glad to hear that members are helping you.

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  7. #157
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    Southern California
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    Nice! Family helping family.

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    Randeaux/Rando/John/jr - '06 Cic ZHP; Southern California
    "ZHP or not, I still like you"


    ZHP Performance Package, Cold Weather Package, Leather, Jet Black/Black/BlackCube, NAV, Anthracite Black "my individual" interior trim
    ESS Stage 1 Twin Screw Supercharger, Sprint Booster, BMW Perf Intake, Magnaflow Exhaust, Dinan TB & STEP S/W, UCC Sway Bars, Apex EC-7 18x8.5 ET38
    Suspension: AST 44100 dampers, Bimmerworld front adjustable end links, Swift springs (8K front, 10K rear), Vorshlag camber plates
    Dynavin D99+, Hardwire V1 (w/V1 Connection), BSW Stage 1 Speakers, Kicker Amp/Subwoofer
    BMW Performance Strut Brace, Orion V2 Angel Eyes, No-holes License Plate, SMG Paddle Shift Mod, Besian VANOS, Gold DISA, Fan Delete, M3 Side Mirrors
    Note: Actual car no longer resembles signature picture

  8. #158
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    Sep 2018
    Location
    Austin, Tx
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    Thanks for the accolades Alfredo, that was a fun project and I'm sold on the outcome, I'll be putting FSDs on a car in the future for sure.
    Current Garage... '00 R11S, '09 HP2S, '12 R12GSA, '00 Black 323iT (wife's), '02 Alpine 325iT (Eileen, Track Wagon), '02 Japan Rot 325iT

    Instagram @ HillPerformanceBimmers
    Email to George@HillPerformance.com

  9. #159
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    Feb 2013
    Location
    Austin TX
    Posts
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    Last month we drove the 335i to Rockport TX on 2 different occasions. It was around 800 miles total. The car runs like a champ.

    So far this year, only an oil change was done back in February. Current miles are 91,500.
    2005 IR / black / 6MT
    157,000 miles

  10. #160
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    Location
    Southern California
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    Randeaux/Rando/John/jr - '06 Cic ZHP; Southern California
    "ZHP or not, I still like you"


    ZHP Performance Package, Cold Weather Package, Leather, Jet Black/Black/BlackCube, NAV, Anthracite Black "my individual" interior trim
    ESS Stage 1 Twin Screw Supercharger, Sprint Booster, BMW Perf Intake, Magnaflow Exhaust, Dinan TB & STEP S/W, UCC Sway Bars, Apex EC-7 18x8.5 ET38
    Suspension: AST 44100 dampers, Bimmerworld front adjustable end links, Swift springs (8K front, 10K rear), Vorshlag camber plates
    Dynavin D99+, Hardwire V1 (w/V1 Connection), BSW Stage 1 Speakers, Kicker Amp/Subwoofer
    BMW Performance Strut Brace, Orion V2 Angel Eyes, No-holes License Plate, SMG Paddle Shift Mod, Besian VANOS, Gold DISA, Fan Delete, M3 Side Mirrors
    Note: Actual car no longer resembles signature picture

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