View Full Version : The Story of SKETCHI - 05 ZHP Sedan
704sw
08-04-2018, 05:47 AM
Nice job, Vas.
Curious to hear how you like that shifter bushing. I installed the Garagistic one about 6 months after a complete shifter rebuild/DSSR installation and it made a huge difference.
ELCID86
08-04-2018, 12:32 PM
Well done my friend. Very impressive.
Maiden voyage complete. Observations below.
Car fired right up. No weird noises between the old starter and new flywheel upon start up.
The clutch engagement point and pedal feel has changed. Before the clutch was right at the top and the feel was inconsistent. Now the engagement point is in the middle and easy to feel the exact point. The pedal feel is very OE aka on the softer side however that is not a bad thing. This clutch would be easy to deal with on a day to day basis especially in stop and go traffic.
The shifter feel is nice and crisp. Very enjoyable to row through the gears now.
As far as the single mass flywheel, I like it. Maybe it is just me but it does seem like the revs drop a tad quicker then before between gear changes.
Now the kicker as far as the chatter. I can't hear anything more audible then before with the dual mass. This is even with the a/c on or off and windows down. And before hand there was slight noise in neutral which sounded like something was loose and about to come apart in the gearbox.
I did drain the d4 atf redline fluid and pour in 1 quart of redline d4 atf and 1 quart of redline 75w140ns gear oil.
Now it's time to break it in gently. I will report back.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
1,000 miles in 5 days. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180810/c1769634386e63614f916a5b844f6850.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Sockethead
08-10-2018, 05:58 AM
So now that the clutch has broken in, any changes on you initial thoughts above?
I'll report back when I get back home. Got another 300 miles to go.
But I have not gotten on it past 3000rpm
So now that the clutch has broken in, any changes on you initial thoughts above?
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
08-11-2018, 09:44 AM
Vas, you're racking miles on your new clutch! I am glad to hear that.
Keep more miles coming. I am guessing it's your vacation. Where are you driving?
Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk
Newjack
08-11-2018, 09:53 AM
I'm really happy the single mass worked out for you Vas, amazing work doing that job solo. I completely feel your pain having to keep the car under 3000rpms and know exactly how bad that sucks. I had to drive slow for a week to get my emission ready sensors complete in the 135i when I got the stock cats on it.
az3579
08-11-2018, 07:39 PM
I completely feel your pain having to keep the car under 3000rpms and know exactly how bad that sucks.
You'd probably have a heart attack riding with me. 1500-2000 RPM shifts. :rofl
Newjack
08-11-2018, 08:50 PM
You'd probably have a heart attack riding with me. 1500-2000 RPM shifts. :rofl
https://i.imgur.com/ICgQCSw.gif
Last Monday packed the bags and left for vacation.
Drove to Wilmington, North Carolina ( Roughly 400 miles ) and spent a couple of days there. Then left mid-week and drove to Cape Charles, Virginia ( Roughly 300 miles ) and then after a couple days there back to Virginia ( Roughly 250 ) miles. While at these destinations, put roughly another 250 miles driving the car. In the end put on about 1200 miles on the car and rolled over 177k.
Took my toolbox and extra engine oil/coolant. Car has not been using any extra oil after the ccv rebuild with the O2 pilot mod. Still on the original radiator but no leaks to report. Overall a successful road trip.
Things to note though:
1) Slight steering wheel shimmy which I believe is the tires needed to be balanced ( have not done it since they were mounted ). They have been wearing evenly but the rear tires are getting close to the wear bars. Mileage on the set is roughly 19,000
2) Clutch/Flywheel/shifter rebuild - no issues to report and everything is working as is. However I finally heard the famous gear chatter from the transmission. After a couple hours of driving and the transmission getting hot, the noise sounds like there is straight cut gears inside of the transmission. Sitting at idle in neutral with the a/c is when the noise is most audible. However my hunch is the type of oil that is inside the trans ( d4 atf mixture ) which I think is personally to thin of an oil when heated up inside a manual transmission. Plus I am not a big supporter of using ATF inside a manual vehicle.
So I will be doing a drain and refill and going with Redline MT90 which has a higher viscosity grade.
Otherwise no complaints or regrets going to a single mass flywheel and a spring clutch disk. Pedal feel is great, easy to manage and consistent.
Will report back when I will swap trans fluid.
-Vas
Redline actually recommends using their ATF for manual transmission BMWs.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Newjack
08-13-2018, 11:37 AM
Vas, for what it's worth I run D4 ATF in the 135i. I originally swapped in Redline MTL, but I had issues with cold starts. Every time from a cold start when I would shift into second gear, I could hear a very brief grinding noise and it didn't feel good. I quickly switched to Redline D4 ATF and the problem has completely vanished.
I ran Redline MTL in the ZHP which is a heavier almost diff heavy fluid and never had any weird problems in the ZHP. I think your right to switch to that fluid in the ZHP.
With the newer BMW's they use a much thinner fluid. The stock fluid in the 135i is actually D6 which I thought would be too thin.
az3579
08-13-2018, 11:44 AM
Redline actually recommends using their ATF for manual transmission BMWs.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
This. MTL causes me to have issues engaging 2nd gear in the wintertime, and overall the notchiness is increased when using the MTL. The D4-ATF has an absolutely perfect feel in my gearbox.
704sw
08-13-2018, 11:51 AM
Would it be possible to do a blend of the two?
Redline actually recommends using their ATF for manual transmission BMWs.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Redline does recommend D4 ATF and the reason alot of people like it is due to its viscosity 70w80 ( equivalent to motor oil that is 0w20 ) which makes gear engagements easy. And for auto/step cars this fluid is great due to the flow that is needed inside the transmission and the torque converter.
However Redline does offer 2 different fluids for manual cars.
Redline MTL (viscosity 75w80 - equivalent to motor oil that is 5w30) and Redline MT90 (viscosity 75w90 - equivalent to motor oil that is 15w40) and I think the thicker oil at 100 degree Celsius is the trick to getting the noise down when the transmission is hot. And according to Redline the MT90 does eliminate notchy shifting even when cold.
Sockethead
08-13-2018, 12:21 PM
I just use the BMW manual trans fluid.... no issues ever
Johnmadd
08-13-2018, 12:29 PM
Great conversation here. I have that famous sound also, Vas. I definitely want to hear your feedback after the drain and refill. Oh, and if it works you gotta put a psa sticky. I will try the same if it works for you.
I just use the BMW manual trans fluid.... no issues ever
I was actually looking into the factory bmw fluid as well. It is a GL4 fluid that is a 75w90 viscosity ( identical to the Redline MT90 )
Only thing is that the cost is $35 per bottle vs the Redline which is $17 per bottle.
So thickness level - OE Bmw Fluid/ Redline MT90 > Redline MTL > Redline D4 ATF
Newjack
08-13-2018, 01:07 PM
I was actually looking into the factory bmw fluid as well. It is a GL4 fluid that is a 75w90 viscosity ( identical to the Redline MT90 )
Only thing is that the cost is $35 per bottle vs the Redline which is $17 per bottle.
So thickness level - OE Bmw Fluid/ Redline MT90 > Redline MTL > Redline D4 ATF
Vas, when I first bought the ZHP I flushed the OE fluid with new Penosin fluid which was what BMW recommended and apparently used as the OE fluid for my transmission.
A few years later when I switched to Redline MTL I honeslty didn't notice a difference. It was hard to tell if the Redline was better because of the fluid itself or if it was just clean fluid. The Penosin fluid was 75w-80 according to my records.
Redline does recommend D4 ATF and the reason alot of people like it is due to its viscosity 70w80 ( equivalent to motor oil that is 0w20 ) which makes gear engagements easy. And for auto/step cars this fluid is great due to the flow that is needed inside the transmission and the torque converter.
However Redline does offer 2 different fluids for manual cars.
Redline MTL (viscosity 75w80 - equivalent to motor oil that is 5w30) and Redline MT90 (viscosity 75w90 - equivalent to motor oil that is 15w40) and I think the thicker oil at 100 degree Celsius is the trick to getting the noise down when the transmission is hot. And according to Redline the MT90 does eliminate notchy shifting even when cold.
I can’t remember is I used MT90 or MTL earlier but it was quite bad at colder weather conditions.
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Newjack
08-13-2018, 02:08 PM
I can’t remember is I used MT90 or MTL earlier but it was quite bad at colder weather conditions.
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
MTL has been fine for me in colder conditions in the ZHP. I can't speak for MT90 since I haven't used it in my trans
704sw
08-13-2018, 02:18 PM
I’m going to order some MT-90 and see if it helps. I’m currently running D4ATF.
holyc0w
08-13-2018, 03:32 PM
I'm running Amsoil MTL. It acts up in the winter when it gets really cold, but not enough for me to switch it out.
704sw
08-14-2018, 10:07 AM
Vas I sent an email to Redline about fluids. I explained I’m using D4 and asked about higher viscosity fluids to help with gear noise. I specifically mentioned how UUC recommends a blend of 1 quart 75W140NS and top off with D4 to help with chatter with UUC lightweight clutch/flywheels, asked if it was a safe combination, and to see what recommendations they may have as an alternate to D4ATF. This was the response I received...
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180814/f4e9b8a7397d54dfbc1303c58fd68bbf.png
I’m going to see if I can find some MT-85 locally.
Sockethead
08-14-2018, 10:51 AM
There you go... direct from the mfr. Supports what everyone is experiencing with thicker oils... thanks for posting
There you go... direct from the mfr. Supports what everyone is experiencing with thicker oils... thanks for posting
Are you still using the BMW trans fluid? If you are how is your experience with it especially since you lived in NJ.
I ran pure D4 ATF and right after the new clutch, I drained it and did the mixture that Redline mentions above. 1 Bottle of Redline D4 ATF and 1 Bottle of Redline 75w140NS. And I still think the viscosity is too thin.
Curious to what they would say if you mention to them that the BMW Genuine GL4 fluid is a 75w90 viscosity ( Same as the MT-90 )
Sockethead
08-14-2018, 11:53 AM
No issues that I remember with the BMW trans fluid either in NJ or here in SC. My first change was at 80K. I was starting to get a little gear whine. After the change it went away. I changed again at IDK... 130k? I guess I'm lucky that my wife, since moving from Ohio, has always worked for BMW or a dealer group that included BMW
2005 ZHP:
Year Start: 167,459
Year End: 179,702
Total Miles Driven in 2018: 12,243
Starting off the year with a new Autocraft Platinum AGM battery. Out the door cost was $153.99. Old battery was still starting the car fine but it was a 04/12 production date. Proactive replacement but did not want to get stranded if it did fail.
Car is also back on it's winter wheel setup. Spring will require a new full set of tires.
Happy 2019 everyone
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190101/fd57733bbccbcaf57143cadc2f0b256f.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190101/6ab6a8f558373c015bc159c8b0554ea8.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190101/c3295fbe2b0730125c3dba41b239f097.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Mileage: 181,000
Date: 2/9/19
Oil change with Liqui Moly 5w-30 and MANN filter as well as the air filter and cabin filter.
Added Liqui Moly MOS2 to the oil and Jectron to the gas tank.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Removed the winter tires and mounted the style 135 wheels with summer tires back on
Looking into new tires and highly considering going with some Michelin.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Firestone Indy 500? I’m considering these when it’s time...
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
Firestone Indy 500? I’m considering these when it’s time...
Sent from my iPad using TapatalkAlso a tire worth looking into due to the cost.
However some reviews say they are harsh and can be noisy.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Also a tire worth looking into due to the cost.
However some reviews say they are harsh and can be noisy.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
I’d be curious to know if they’re harsher than Michelin PSS which I have now. I’ve heard the new PS4S are better in that regard...
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
ZHPizza
03-28-2019, 08:56 PM
I’d be curious to know if they’re harsher than Michelin PSS which I have now. I’ve heard the new PS4S are better in that regard...
Sent from my iPad using TapatalkPSS are some of the smoothest riding tires I've ever driven on yo
ELCID86
03-30-2019, 12:43 PM
PSS are some of the smoothest riding tires I've ever driven on yo
I like em.
Ordered a full set of tires from Costco. Ended up going with the Michelin pilot sport 4s.
Will have a direct comparison to the pilot sport since there is now another imola zhp sedan in the driveway with them.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
ZHPizza
05-02-2019, 04:06 PM
My dude you are gonna love those damn tires
DeathTrap
05-02-2019, 04:46 PM
Cost, if you don't mind good sir?
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
My dude you are gonna love those damn tiresLooking forward to trying them out. First set of Michelin tires I bought.
Cost, if you don't mind good sir?
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkCostco deal was $820 with install.
Last set I had was the Continental super contact sport and they were around $750 for a full set. But they wore really quickly and became loud.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
DeathTrap
05-02-2019, 04:56 PM
That's not bad. I think I paid around 7XX for my Conti ControlContacts about 2 years ago. My rears are toast so I bought a used set of A/S 3 + to see what the hype is about.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
This is the state currently of the rear tires. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190503/7279b783c931b3e00f48944cd38b745e.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Sockethead
05-03-2019, 04:01 AM
Pretty even wear for rear tires.
Are those Hankooks ? Look like their tread pattern
DeathTrap
05-03-2019, 04:25 AM
I have a few burnouts left on mine https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190503/a054c44cd3edb5976b73bc56be8d7262.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Pretty even wear for rear tires.
Are those Hankooks ? Look like their tread patternCorrect. Inflation was at 38psi.
I have a few burnouts left on mine https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190503/a054c44cd3edb5976b73bc56be8d7262.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkLight them up lol
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Sockethead
05-03-2019, 05:56 AM
How are your Hankook fronts? And are they the 2nd gen tire?
How are your Hankook fronts? And are they the 2nd gen tire?I'll take a picture of them. And yeah they are the second gen.
I had bought them for my red car and swapped them to the black car since the continental wore down really quickly. Really let down with the Conti brand of tires and I tried both summer and all season tires.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Sockethead
05-03-2019, 12:49 PM
Ok I'm interested in buying the front Hancooks I have 1st gen on the front and 2nd gen in the back... I think that my be the cause of some weirdness in the handling
New tires are mounted.
Mileage 184,181.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190510/bd95b7e471a6e8ee48568c0dd9343519.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190510/651fb42ae806c17730b13948b484b3e9.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
johnrando
05-19-2019, 08:12 PM
Nice
Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk
Checking in and have some updates on the car.
First thing was I went back to a LUK dual mass flywheel and genuine bmw self adjusting clutch. Also removed the Turner Motorsports rear poly shifter bushing. So now all is well and quite. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/7aa5b641ea116ef6f5e272f9127b7e3a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/8471bd2a6fb77c8b9972f4299541a369.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Next up was a cooling system refresh. Last one was roughly 50k ago but did not include a radiator. And the original unit at 188,000 miles developed a leak.
And then it snowballed from there. The while in there concept hit me hard. Full cooling system overhaul including the hard coolant lines and heater hoses, starter, sensors and everything else that can't be replaced with the manifold on the car.
So now I'm waiting on parts and putting it back together.
Happy Sunday
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/99fe4fd63e018abab38dd202d901776e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/814186c7fc0601a07db970a3d50fc549.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/7f27cf6a65bfbe69fc89a2bedcf909c9.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/fbc0fa65fbe525c0df2f24e50145831a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190923/b11148b06f5db99ffef7a259255fc198.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
ZHPizza
09-22-2019, 06:27 PM
Wow that's a lot!
How do you like a fresh DMF and clutch compared to the SMF? I know the rattle is hell, but people like the feel. I've always wondered how much it was that they liked the feel of a fresh clutch/flywheel over a worn one, not necessarily the SMF.
Also the OE rubber rear shifter bushing compared to the poly? A lot of the guys on m3forum love it, but 1 or 2 actually had the welds break from the extra vibration transmitted.
Wow that's a lot!
How do you like a fresh DMF and clutch compared to the SMF? I know the rattle is hell, but people like the feel. I've always wondered how much it was that they liked the feel of a fresh clutch/flywheel over a worn one, not necessarily the SMF.
Also the OE rubber rear shifter bushing compared to the poly? A lot of the guys on m3forum love it, but 1 or 2 actually had the welds break from the extra vibration transmitted.
Refined. I hated the rattle and the feel was light to me. Even the wife mentioned several times that something was not right.
As far as the poly rear shifter bushing, there was an improvement in the feel but it made an awful noise when shifting through the gears. Upon removal, there was a fair amount of grease on it but I just could not live with the noises from the SMF and poly.
Live and learn when it comes to this but at what cost if someone is paying a shop parts and labor to this work.
How difficult is it to remove the intake manifold? I’ve removed the intake plumbing including the throttle body while replacing the CCV and replaced the OFHG but haven’t yet dared to remove the entire manifold...
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
az3579
09-23-2019, 07:41 AM
Live and learn when it comes to this but at what cost if someone is paying a shop parts and labor to this work.
Yeah, the cost to do the job all over again is why I haven't gone back yet. I absolutely hate paying for the same work twice...
Hate it enough where I'll eventually pony up the cash, but.. ugh.
DeathTrap
09-23-2019, 07:44 AM
How difficult is it to remove the intake manifold? I’ve removed the intake plumbing including the throttle body while replacing the CCV and replaced the OFHG but haven’t yet dared to remove the entire manifold...
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkEasy, just time consuming. The actual manifold only has 8-10 nuts, but removing everything to get to that point is the hard (relatively) part.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
09-23-2019, 08:00 AM
That is a labor intensive projects! Good luck Vas! I removed intake manifold twice and know how it is, but I never did a clutch.
I am planning to change shifter on my car and now I know where I can find consultation-:)
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
That's a big task, but it'll be well worth the trouble - just the peace of mind is significant.
For the hard pipes that run from the front of the block towards the rear, ensure all of the pipe comes out. Part of the pipe (holding one of the two o-rings) broke and remained in the head when I removed mine.
Looking good, and keep us posted!
How difficult is it to remove the intake manifold? I’ve removed the intake plumbing including the throttle body while replacing the CCV and replaced the OFHG but haven’t yet dared to remove the entire manifold...
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
This was a first time for me. But overall procedure just takes time but not difficult.
That is a labor intensive projects! Good luck Vas! I removed intake manifold twice and know how it is, but I never did a clutch.
I am planning to change shifter on my car and now I know where I can find consultation-:)
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
Feel free to ask if you have questions. The shifter can be done with the driveshaft in place but easier with it removed. Removing the exhaust is the worst part.
That's a big task, but it'll be well worth the trouble - just the peace of mind is significant.
For the hard pipes that run from the front of the block towards the rear, ensure all of the pipe comes out. Part of the pipe (holding one of the two o-rings) broke and remained in the head when I removed mine.
Looking good, and keep us posted!
Both of the pipes broke off in the engine block upon removal. I ended up using a pick set and getting them out.
I'll keep the updates rolling when parts arrive and I start the assembly process.
johnrando
09-25-2019, 07:17 PM
Keep up the werk!
Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk
Did some work while waiting on the rest of the parts to arrive.
Drain and refill the trans with pentosin mtf-2
New genuine bmw fuel line from the hard line to the manifold.
New genuine bmw coolant temp sensor that is installed in the head.
New VDO crankshaft position sensor.
These items are preventative replacement but with nearing 200k I might as well nip it in the bud and replace.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
09-27-2019, 07:28 AM
That a good list of parts Vas.
Is there anything else you are planning to do besides clutch and cooling overhaul?
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
That a good list of parts Vas.
Is there anything else you are planning to do besides clutch and cooling overhaul?
Sent from my SM-G960U using TapatalkNot this time around but there is always something new on the horizon.
Today I got the all the stuff installed under the intake and installed the intake manifold back on.
Next up is the radiator and the rest of the cooling system to install.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Buttoned up the car today. Love how quality oe BMW cooling parts just fit right. No struggle at all and was able to bleed the cooling system without any problems.
Ended up also replacing the 3 power steering hoses and reservoir and putting in fresh Liqui moly atf in it.
Mileage is at 188,509. Here is to another 100k.
Happy motoring...
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
09-29-2019, 04:52 PM
Nice. I am looking to see 200k on this car
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
Nice. I am looking to see 200k on this car
Sent from my SM-G960U using TapatalkI'm hoping for 250k+ for it.
Put 350 miles on it this week and not a single leak. Coolant in the expansion tank is right on point as well.
Btw the dual mass flywheel and factory clutch is really nice. Smooth engagement and no annoying noises compared to the single mass.
Next up is sway bar links and overhaul for the parking brake setup.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
DeathTrap
10-04-2019, 03:27 PM
Does it burn any oil? Mine drinks oil like a rotary...
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Does it burn any oil? Mine drinks oil like a rotary...
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkLuckily just a small amount. Usually about half a quart of oil over the 7500 mile oil change interval.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
189,000 on the odo.
Replaced both pre-cat o2 sensors. Bosch 17215
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Performed an oil change with a Liqui Moly 5w-30 kit from fcpeuro. Also replaced the front sway bar links (lemforder) since the boots were torn. Didn't get the time to replace the rear links or rebuild the parking brake system. That's next week's project.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
The car recently has developed 2 Lean codes for Bank 1 and Bank 2.
I hooked up the smoke tester and found 1 small leak from the vacuum plug on the backside of the intake manifold. Replaced that cap and reset the codes.
Ordered a new fuel filter for preventative maintenance. However my hunch is that the OE MAF sensor is on its way out since it is still original to the car.
First post of Thread update with Maintenance items/Mileage
Kayser fuel filter installed at 189,970
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
ELCID86
11-02-2019, 10:25 AM
Codes?
Codes?P0171 and P0174. Bank 1 and bank 2 lean.
Decided to swap maf sensors between cars just to see what the short and long fuel trims look like and behold they went down with a good working maf sensor. Will drive it longer and see if the codes come back but my guess the original sensor is either dirty or decided to not read correctly at 190k.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
11-05-2019, 05:03 AM
You're getting there Vas - 200k is very close
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
You're getting there Vas - 200k is very close
Sent from my SM-G960U using TapatalkGetting there.
Screenshot below of the current fuel trims. The long term trims should equal out over a period of time but they are much lower now.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191105/cf1dd4d0cfe9e2878cb5e6b4504034b4.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
RUS_ZHP
11-05-2019, 06:46 AM
Getting there.
Screenshot below of the current fuel trims. The long term trims should equal out over a period of time but they are much lower now.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191105/cf1dd4d0cfe9e2878cb5e6b4504034b4.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkWhat is acceptable % should be?
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
What is acceptable % should be?
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
The numbers should be no greater then 10% and the total fuel trim numbers should be no more then 10% when they are added. The fuel trims should be monitored at idle, 1500 rpm and 2500 rpm. The screenshot above was taken at 2500 rpm.
If the numbers are greater then 10% in the positive or negative direction, the DME is compensating for more then just normal wear and tear on the engine.
Also something to consider is that when the numbers reach 25% in either direction the check engine light will come on for either system too lean or rich.
RUS_ZHP
11-05-2019, 07:25 AM
Thanks Vas. This is educational for me.
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
2 full tanks of gas has been used and no more check engine light. Hip hooray
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Parking brake overhaul completed using the BMW value line kit. Kit included everything needed to refresh the system which is nice since there is various springs that make up the parking brake mechanism.
Adjusting the parking brake is necessary afterwards for proper operation.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
192,105 - Mileage
Replaced the secondary air pump injection valve due to the check engine light stating incorrect flow.
Also really liking the Milwaukee underhood light. Great tool to have. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200107/58009f24fc02268715b8cfe24ac48d27.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
DeathTrap
01-06-2020, 06:48 PM
That thing looks way brighter than my little Bauer light. Is that on the M12 line?
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
That thing looks way brighter than my little Bauer light. Is that on the M12 line?
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkYeah. M12 with the 4.0 battery. Brightest setting is 1350 lumens which is pictured here and it has a low setting of 600.
The adjustability on it is great as well.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
johnrando
01-07-2020, 08:37 AM
It also makes for a cool pic!
Great work on the ZHP! That Milwaukee light seems fanstastic... ...must resist...
WOLFN8TR
01-07-2020, 05:08 PM
Also really liking the Milwaukee underhood light. Great tool to have. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200107/58009f24fc02268715b8cfe24ac48d27.jpg
That’s Bad Azz!!!! Got to get one!!
RUS_ZHP
01-08-2020, 09:46 AM
Great picture Vas!
So, you should roll 200k by the end of the year?
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
Maybe sooner since the daily commute is now slightly longer and road trips are planned for this year.
Btw no more check engine light after replacing the valve.
Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk
Recent maintenance
Oil change with liqui moly 5w-30 and added a can of mos2. Also replaced the engine air filter and cabin filter with Mann brand.
Mileage is 196,781
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
The 200,000 mile mark is very close. Currently it's at 199,221 and the valve cover got replaced due to the typical leak. Went with the genuine bmw gasket and the 15 sealing rings/washers.
This is what the valve train looks like with 7500 mile change intervals using liqui moly 5w30 oil.
Happy motoring everyone
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200828/ed1dc78ac31bb718d15330407b441a76.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200828/6536938c6a243c2ad9bb896c4ada0e34.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
Whammy
08-27-2020, 05:01 PM
Win!
Milestone reached.
200,000 miles.
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
johnrando
09-29-2020, 09:50 PM
Milestone reached.
200,000 miles.
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using TapatalkPic?
Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk
Its even higher now. 201k
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201001/bd2267bb30e156559af0df1bc7575b20.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
johnrando
10-01-2020, 01:58 PM
:thumbsup
Sent from my SM-G988U using Tapatalk
New Market - Virginia. The site in 1864 of the last major Confederate victory in the American Civil War. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201003/ecf4726e79a1125038117da0c31480e8.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
Oil change complete with Liqui Moly 5w-30 with Mann filter. - Mileage 207,508 Also replaced Air Filter and Cabin Air filter with Mann
RUS_ZHP
12-17-2021, 09:02 AM
Oil change complete with Liqui Moly 5w-30 with Mann filter. - Mileage 207,508 Also replaced Air Filter and Cabin Air filter with MannI am glad to see that car is running strong Vas.
Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
When doing the last oil change I noticed there was a slight leak from one of the power steering lines that connect to the reservoir. So I ordered a power steering kit from fcpeuro and installed it this week. Kit includes the reservoir and the 2 lines that go to it.
Pretty simple job and technically free due to the lifetime warranty from fcpeuro.
Mileage 207,946
Sent from my Pixel 4 XL using Tapatalk
It's been a while since an update. Recent change is a set of new tires. This time I went with the Continental extreme contact dws06 plus.
Mileage is 213k. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220619/72137806c088ed8dc1f2b956d0de0738.jpg
Sent from my Pixel 6 Pro using Tapatalk
Oil Change complete using - Liqui Moly 5W-30/Mann Filter - Mileage 214,307
I will be doing a brake overhaul (pads,rotors,lines) next.
Happy motoring...
How are the contis?
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Replaced the hood and trunk support struts with Stabilus brand. Same as the genuine bmw made in Germany. These were fairly cheap from fcpeuro and easy diy.
Conti dws+ have been great. However I did end up puncturing the rear tire and it could not be patched due to the location. Tirerack did cover it under warranty so it was replaced with a new tire.
Mileage is 218,807
Mileage 219,413
Been a long weekend of wrenching so the recent round of maintenance included the following:
Liqui Moly 5w30 oil change kit from fcpeuro
NGK BKR6EQUP Spark Plugs
Mann air filter and cabin filter
Zimmerman brake rotors
EBC red stuff brake pads and wear sensors
Stoptech SS brake lines
Brake flush with ATE Type 200 brake fluid
Hoping to still do a coolant flush and drain/fill the transmission before old man winter arrives.
Happy motoring....
Mileage 220,735
Drain and refill transmission fluid with Redline D4 atf
Drain and refill diff fluid with liqui moly gl5 75w-90
Decided to switch it up from a full alcantara steering wheel to a mix of leather and alcantara. I shipped out a core to Coby Wheel and he sent these images over of the completed wheel.
Looking forward to it and will install a new zhp shift knob as well. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221212/a93ecdcb783738aef03cab05153ebce9.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221212/bb18c8d626c29ae25359a455f88d8056.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221212/994ccf5b2b22b6e9ac6569595e96e9eb.jpg
Nice!
But I would prefer the opposite- alcantara at 10 and 12 and leather elsewhere…
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Nice!
But I would prefer the opposite- alcantara at 10 and 12 and leather elsewhere…
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI considered that as well but this option will be easier to clean.
Starting the year off with 221,890 miles.
I also bought a new key from the dealer. I predict the battery in the original key finally decided it had enough since it would not lock or unlock the car.
The new key arrived already cut and programmed so all that had to be done was sync it to the vehicle. The dealer included the instructions as well so it was an easy process. $170 shipped out the door.
cakM3
01-10-2023, 05:04 AM
Starting the year off with 221,890 miles.
I also bought a new key from the dealer. I predict the battery in the original key finally decided it had enough since it would not lock or unlock the car.
The new key arrived already cut and programmed so all that had to be done was sync it to the vehicle. The dealer included the instructions as well so it was an easy process. $170 shipped out the door.
Vas,
You know you can replace the rechargeable battery in your key with a new one then you can save and use your key again. I did this with my M3's key.
Vas,
You know you can replace the rechargeable battery in your key with a new one then you can save and use your key again. I did this with my M3's key.I am aware of this diy option and might try it out on the old key. However the original key was just worn down and some of the buttons didn't click the same way as a new key. I will keep it as a spare since it still works in the ignition.
cakM3
01-10-2023, 11:14 AM
I am aware of this diy option and might try it out on the old key. However the original key was just worn down and some of the buttons didn't click the same way as a new key. I will keep it as a spare since it still works in the ignition.
:thumbsup
Powered by vBulletin® Version 4.2.2 Copyright © 2024 vBulletin Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.