What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[coby1]

zip tied the wires to my tail lights together so they would work ( BMW told me my car is not part of the recall) the ziptie pressed them together just right but i guess i have to look into the DIY fix for the tail light issue.

[danewilson77]

Check diy section for my diy. Very easy.

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[Smolck]

I put a new set of projector's in my passenger side yesterday. Driver's side parts will be here next week. Today, if the mail works out right, I will be adding a new BMW performance knob to replace my tattered ZHP one.

[llll1l1ll]

On Wednesday, I dropped my car off at a shop to have the valve cover gasket done, new spark plugs put in, and the VANOS rebuilt with Beisan Systems anti-rattle kit and new seals. They also checked my fluids, put in a quarter tank of gas and plugged my right rear tire at no extra charge.

Pretty good shop. The price was right, too. 20% off. So it was only a little bit extra than if I did it myself (minus the cost of beer, headaches and frustration).

[webster]

if you don't mind me asking, what was the bottom line on all that work?

[llll1l1ll]

Sure: it's about 600 in parts and labor for the seals and VCG. The spark plugs were an additional 74 bucks. So about 340 in labor and the rest in parts. With the discount it came to below 600 bucks.

Edit: This is in NC, by the way. I would imagine MD would be more expensive. TX may be about the same price.

[S85FTW]

Arqray!!!!
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[kayger12]

Looks great!

[webster]

Sure: it's about 600 in parts and labor for the seals and VCG. The spark plugs were an additional 74 bucks. So about 340 in labor and the rest in parts. With the discount it came to below 600 bucks.

Edit: This is in NC, by the way. I would imagine MD would be more expensive. TX may be about the same price.

that's a damn good price! if i could get all that done for that, i might go for it...

[llll1l1ll]

Yeah, it was a special run by the shop. Well worth it, IMO.

[Hornung418]

Replacement Stewart Water Pump just arrived...I called them on Thursday morning! Excellent customer service from the boys up in Escanaba, MI.

Courtesy of Gingerbread...

[cakM3]

Arqray!!!!
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Looks awesome Kris! Can't wait to get mine on Tuesday :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/image.jpg

Mine is the one wrapped :)

[kayger12]

Replacement Stewart Water Pump just arrived...I called them on Thursday morning! Excellent customer service from the boys up in Escanaba, MI.

Courtesy of Gingerbread...

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[Whitexi]

Today I ordered my FX-R retrofit items, let there be light!

[Whitexi]

Replacement Stewart Water Pump just arrived...I called them on Thursday morning! Excellent customer service from the boys up in Escanaba, MI.

Courtesy of Gingerbread...

Glad to hear things are shaping up.

[spencers]

Yup.
http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/453/pss.gif

[cakM3]

Yup.
http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/453/pss.gif

Awesome tires :thumbsup

Got these on my style 135s :)

[das boots]

Installed undercarriage oil pan cover.

[danewilson77]

Installed undercarriage oil pan cover.

Perfection.

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[Johnmadd]

Installed undercarriage oil pan cover.

Aaaahhh, that's what it looks like.

[das boots]

Here's another when open.

[johnrando]

That Arqray looks great!

[Blurr]

While it wasn't today, it was earlier this week. I installed a set of urethane control arm bushings that I got from BMP Design(.com). It was WAY easier than I expected.

Oddly, the bushings that I received looked a lot more like the MTC bushings than the bmpdesign bushings. Either way, I was just happy to have the bushings, the OEM ones were entirely shot :(

Needless to say, I'm extremely happy with the new bushings. The ride is extremely tight now and I don't have all of the problems that come from having blown OEM bushings (it was REALLY bad). Installation only took 2 hours at the most. I could have done it in less time but it was my first time under the car messing with the suspension. The only problem is that as some people have reported, the MTC/BMP bushings do squeak sometimes. I'm going to take them off again and give them some grease to hopefully quiet them up. If that doesn't work or I have other problems, I'm going to get a set of the Merle (sp?) bushings.

The car is soooo tight and smooth right now though, I love it! :)

[nike001]

Today I hit 115,000 miles.

Merry Christmas ZHP

[cakM3]

Just purchased my ///M aluminum pedals.... now the wait until I get them...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Screenshot2011-12-25at93208PM.png

[BCS_ZHP]

Got my son tinkering on his Xmas present ('01 325ci). He scrubbed the carpets, stole his mom's old black carpeted mats (old is relative, only 25k miles on them), rotated his tires (found a nail, will fix this week), corrected tire pressures, checked the oil, changed his rear license plate bracket, and all new license plate screws (to meet Eli's standards). Next he somehow talked his mom into moving her Denali out of the garage and getting his coupe in next to her ZHP, not sure how that worked.

The bigger movement was the wife in the garage using the shop vac to clean her car up so her new Xmas carpeted floor mats (for a conv vs. a coupe) could be installed. She has never, ever cleaned her '07 Denali, this cleaning of her ZHP is starting to become routine, she's going to steal some of my car care duties.

[cakM3]

Sounds like your son is a very happy camper :) I think that's awesome :thumbsup

[Meric]

Just purchased my ///M aluminum pedals.... now the wait until I get them...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Screenshot2011-12-25at93208PM.png

Thats smexy! IS it for the zhp or m3?

[cakM3]

Thats smexy! IS it for the zhp or m3?

Meric,

For my ZHP :) The ///M already has a set...

geting more goodies for the ZHP during the winter season...;)

[Stu]

Sunshade woes. Boy oh boy oh boy. I took a look at the damage today. Here's what I need to do:

1. Brand-new sunshade. One of the metal parts that hold the plastic clips on is completely broken. Therefore, it's totally impossible for me to properly repair the sunshade. New sunshade: $100

2. The sunshade driver is completely jammed in the rear of the sunshade. When the small metal piece rolls over it to move the driver back to the front, it simply just catches and then rolls over the driver. Headliner needs to come off. I'm glad I have the sunshade repair kit with the updated driver. I hope I can get the driver off.

I'm gonna tackle this one tomorrow. I'm really terrified to take off the headliner - there are so many pieces that are coming out of my car. I just don't want to mess it up. I'd love to take it to a professional but the labor will kill me.

Jeeze, BMW really dropped the ball on this sunshade. I wish they made a recall for it.

Wish me luck!

[nike001]

Somehow by the grace of god I avoided what would have been one hell of a collision. I was approaching a green light that was at the intersection of the street I was traveling on and a one way that is SUPPOSED to be going from my left side to me right. As I was going about 20-25, I'm directly under my green light and before I knew it, a car went FLYING by me going the wrong way. After I saw them and by the time I hit my brakes, the car has already came and went. I didn't even remember at first that it was a one way..and after it I was on the other side of the intersection, I cocked my head back to see what color their light was. Then I remembered that it was a one way. That's when I got mad.. but then thankful that I wasn't 1 second quicker because If I was, my day would be drastically different.

[gammagoblin]

Put on new tails - OEM clear/red, non LED (04 silver grey sedan). Got clear corners and markers as well. I LIKE! Looks super clean now without amber. Had a matte grey 330i emblem I took off and was going to replace with a stock chrome one... but I like the look with no badge for now.

New air filter and cabin filter as well.

After doing the lower intake boot right after I got the car... man working on this car is a cinch!

[goofiefoot]

Wife bought me some ZHP parts for Christmas. How I love that girl!

I installed the Bav Auto all-weather floor mats yesterday and love how the "checkerboard" pattern works with the black cube trim.

She also ordered the Khoalty black grills, but unfortunately, they were out of stock of the piano black and sent the matte black instead. We're shipping those back for replacement today, so hopefully I'll have new grills in the next couple of weeks.

[cakM3]

Picked up my Arqray lip from Kris today....now to get it partially painted and mounted :)

Thanks Kris! :thumbsup

[S85FTW]

Picked up my Arqray lip from Kris today....now to get it partially painted and mounted :)

Thanks Kris! :thumbsup


NP Charlie, enjoy it and your new year!

[midlandtech]

after much mental turmoil on what to get my ZHP for xmas I pulled the trigger on a shark injector this morning... now the wait begins

[webster]

after much mental turmoil on what to get my ZHP for xmas I pulled the trigger on a shark injector this morning... now the wait begins

congrats...you will love it.

friendly advice: hook the battery charger up directly through the trunk. don't F with the terminal posts underhood.

[das boots]

Picked up my Arqray lip from Kris today....now to get it partially painted and mounted :)

Thanks Kris! :thumbsup

Pardon the ignorance...but what is an 'arqray'?

[S85FTW]

It is the front lip spoiler on my bumper.

[midlandtech]

congrats...you will love it.

friendly advice: hook the battery charger up directly through the trunk. don't F with the terminal posts underhood.

noted I was actually thinking about that today thanks for the advice

[das boots]

It is the front lip spoiler on my bumper.

Could you provide a better pic than from your sig? It looks like a full splitter attached to the lower bumper fangs.

[S85FTW]

Could you provide a better pic than from your sig? It looks like a full splitter attached to the lower bumper fangs.

Hope this helps
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/image.jpg

[das boots]

Full length splitter. Is that ABS plastic or CF? How is it mounted? Plastic rivets? Are the holes have to be drilled?

[S85FTW]

It is CF and it just snaps into place, no rivets or drilling necessary.

[das boots]

Okay. Thanks.

[midlandtech]

Just ordered the hamann splitter from Khoalty

[Hochspannung]

Just placed an order with Khoalty for:

LED Interior Light Kit
LED License Plate Lights
Clear Side Markers w/ amber flash LED
Colour Matched Front Bumper Reflectors
7500k halogen 9006's for the fogs

I only added the 7500k halogen fog bulbs so my order would be over 150 for free shipping, not sure if I'll be using them.
Does anyone have pictures of them installed?

[danewilson77]

The 7500k's will have a purple hue to them. 5300k is closest to oem.

Nice pickups.

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[Hochspannung]

it was either 3500k or 7500k. I didn't want to go any more yellow than the stock bulbs I have now. Guess I'll just see how they look with the TiAg

[danewilson77]

it was either 3500k or 7500k. I didn't want to go any more yellow than the stock bulbs I have now. Guess I'll just see how they look with the TiAg

In for pics!

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[Hochspannung]

Yes Sir! I'll update with pics of everything when my shipment arrives. The interior will be a MAJOR improvement over my RED halogen bulbs the PO installed. :facepalm Talk about useless.. there is absolutely no light output from them.

[cakM3]

Pardon the ignorance...but what is an 'arqray'?

This:

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_7234.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/image.jpg

going to paint my Arqray like this but in Imola...:)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/688137461_sKEe7-L-1.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ScreenShot2011-12-25at101528AM.png

[Smolck]

Mine got a new hood Roundel today.

[nike001]

I have mixed feelings on Arqray lips. I think they look good on pre-facelifts, but take a way a certain level of aggressiveness that the M-tech II originally had without the lip. It seems like it's adding more 'class' to something thats agressive.

[az3579]

I have mixed feelings on Arqray lips. I think they look good on pre-facelifts, but take a way a certain level of aggressiveness that the M-tech II originally had without the lip. It seems like it's adding more 'class' to something thats agressive.

My thoughts precisely.


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[das boots]

This:

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_7234.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/image.jpg

going to paint my Arqray like this but in Imola...:)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/688137461_sKEe7-L-1.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ScreenShot2011-12-25at101528AM.png

Why paint them when they are CF?

[cakM3]

Why paint them when they are CF?

I like the look better that way...gives my MTec II bumper a cleaner look. I also have my ///M set up like that.

Everyone have their preferences...:thumbsup

[Hermes]

Agree with Charlie, not a fan of too much visible CF. Accents are nice

e.g. Slight visible CF on CSL trunk

[kayger12]

Moved the discussion over to its own thread so we can stay on topic here.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5872-ZHP-Splitter-and-Lip-Discussion

[edlvrt]

Wash, wax, then took the Z out dancing this evening. White tie+Black ZHP= almost need mace to keep the womenz at bay. Doing my best to represent the Mafia.

[Meric]

Hand polished.

http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/1534/img0631e.jpg

and K&N air filter.

[brettbimmer]

Hand polished.

http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/1534/img0631e.jpg

and K&N air filter.

Looks menacing, yet beautiful!

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[az3579]

Hand polished.

http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/1534/img0631e.jpg

and K&N air filter.


Kinda wish the wheel was turned the other way. So sexy.
I just burned my eyes because it's so hot.

[Sockethead]

There is nothing like a shinny black ZHP with a mirror finish...:drool

[webster]

I love the contrast of OEM amber on that Oxford Green (it's not black!). Totally perfect.

[danewilson77]

There is nothing like a shinny black ZHP with a mirror finish...:drool

Not black.

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[Sockethead]

I love the contrast of OEM amber on that Oxford Green (it's not black!). Totally perfect.


Not black.

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oops umm, yea dark green... :scratchinghead

[jayjay_dee]

Meric, saw this same pic in your FB page and liked it, looks much better viewing it now in my computer...

Painting the lower grill with black paint (to match with the black kidneys) will seal the deal....

[johnrando]

Here's a strange one. Feb 2010 cracked my right (passenger) side skirt (or rocker panel if you prefer), had a collision repair place swap it out on my dime. Earlier this month, someone looks at my car and says "why do you not have an Mtech II side skirt"? They replaced it with a standard 330 side skirt. It went unnoticed for almost 2 years! So, today, I ordered the proper side skirt. Funny how something like that could go unnoticed all this time. The difference is subtle though.

[Sockethead]

That "someone" has a good eye to notice that...

[zj96sc]

I want me some city lights. I'll have to get around to that retrofit someday. Looking good Meric.

So...not my BMW, but I went to check the oil on my 7.3 today to get her ready for a trip to the mountains. <shame face> it was 1 GALLON low. didn't even register on the dip stick the first check.</shame face>

Its a little less serious when you consider a full fill is 15 quarts, but holy cow. I have never seen it that low, no leaks, and it doesn't really burn oil either. I'm starting to wonder if majorly underfilled on the last change?:facepalm:facepalm

[danewilson77]

Installed 15's in rear....moved 10's to front.

Raised rear a tad as well.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/Watermark-1.png

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/2004%20Imola%20DSLR/Watermark-2-1.png

[Hermes]

^ still waiting for video of M1 drifting...

[danewilson77]

^ still waiting for video of M1 drifting...

M1 Had a diff issue right outta the box. I am dropping an LSD in it. Haven't had time to work on it just lately...

[Meric]

Thanks for the comments guys! :)

I posted more pics of it on Daily pictures threat here:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?2784-Post-your-daily-ZHP-pics!/page64

[Hermes]

M1 Had a diff issue right outta the box. I am dropping an LSD in it. Haven't had time to work on it just lately...

so it didn't make it out of the Procar series in one piece... Can we mount a GoPro to it? :begging

[az3579]

Reinstalled Marcus' old M-Sport shift knob. Accessorizing a la DW.


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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Reinstalled Marcus' old M-Sport shift knob. Accessorizing a la DW.


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:like

[BCS_ZHP]

Oil change for the ZHP conv. Added Style 135's and new sneakers (Kumho 4X) to the 325ci today,, it looks quite nice. Ran out of daylight, pix tomorrow. The day before, new low oil sensor and oil change. Window tint coming over the next couple of days.

[danewilson77]

Oil change for the ZHP conv. Added Style 135's and new sneakers (Kumho 4X) to the 325ci today,, it looks quite nice. Ran out of daylight, pix tomorrow. The day before, new low oil sensor and oil change. Window tint coming over the next couple of days.

In for pics!

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[BCS_ZHP]

Oil changes for both my domestics yesterday/today too. Found cracked motor mounts on the Denali, parts are fairly cheap but front diff has to be removed and engine has to be lifted, 9.7 hrs book time - ouch! Called the dealer to see if there might be a service bulletin/recall, my 75K mile vehicle exceeded its 5 yr/100k power train warranty 13 days ago. Due to my frequent buying history, dealer is trying to get my warranty extended by one month to cover it, otherwise oh crap.

[cakM3]

ordered the ///M deadpedal for the ZHP from ECS Tuning last night :thumbsup

[CERF04ZHP]

ordered the ///M deadpedal for the ZHP from ECS Tuning last night :thumbsup

Nice Charlie! I put mine in a few months ago... very nice accent to the interior. When you're done, you'll say to yourself, "Why didn't it come like this from the factory?

[BCS_ZHP]

Damn cold out there this morning, just a quick one, these look very nice on a TIAG car. Also added the new style center caps. And the spot under the car isn't a leak, just a leftover remnant from Horney's brake change last month. 29002901

[cakM3]

Nice Charlie! I put mine in a few months ago... very nice accent to the interior. When you're done, you'll say to yourself, "Why didn't it come like this from the factory?

Funny you mention that Channing! When I first learned that this was available for our cars, I was thinking that :)

Yes, I agree....this should have come with the ZHP

[zj96sc]

2900

One of these will clean up those lug holes:

http://www.autogeek.net/lug-nut-brush.html

Soak the area with sonax and then agitate with that brush. will come squeaky clean.

[Hochspannung]

ordered the ///M deadpedal for the ZHP from ECS Tuning last night :thumbsup

I have one in my Msport, it was like that when i bought it earlier this month. I just assumed it was stock.

[Hochspannung]

One of these will clean up those lug holes:

http://www.autogeek.net/lug-nut-brush.html

Soak the area with sonax and then agitate with that brush. will come squeaky clean.

I took an old tooth brush, used a lighter to soften the arm near the bristles, then bent it to almost a 90 degree angle. worked perfect for the lug holes and other hard to reach places. I made several at different angles.

[BCS_ZHP]

Its my son's car, so he's going to have to be the one to get into that level of detailed cleaning.

When I reinstall my wife's 135s in the Spring, I'll take the time to clean out those lug holes before I put them on the car.

[llll1l1ll]

I had the taillight recall taken care of.

[S85FTW]

Damn cold out there this morning, just a quick one, these look very nice on a TIAG car. Also added the new style center caps. And the spot under the car isn't a leak, just a leftover remnant from Horney's brake change last month.


I agree with you that they look great on a TIAG zhp, sadly they did not last one whole year before cracking in the tri state area :( I used to have them on my car until one cracked. Then went with M3 wheels then CSL reps.
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a67/krisgt30/330ci/img190.jpg

[goofiefoot]

We are forcasted to have nice weather for the next week or so, so I finally got around to washing mine. I took some pics as well (see new signature, and additions to the daily ZHP pics and Imola thread).

[Hornung418]

Amber corner markers, Chrome Grilles and CF Roundels are on the car :)

Ordered 4 Kumho 4X All-Seasons from TireRack through the Affiliate Link. $386.08 after a $50 mail in rebate! Pretty pumped to have four of the same tire on my car and have the wheels balanced!

[Pip]

New expansion tank. Wash. --Next up 330i black badge and steering wheel refresh. -- pics to come.

[jayjay_dee]

Pretty pumped to have four of the same tire on my car and have the wheels balanced!

I like that feeling... like driving a new car feeling even if its only the tires that are new, FTW!!!

[Pip]

Clean car :)
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6596431907_30bff63bbc_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7144/6596434515_7b8a37159b_z.jpg

[Meric]

UUU baby..

[nike001]

Cleaned my rims. And by that I mean just spraying some tire shine all over it and hosing it off. Winter wheels FTW

[static667]

Installed my new blue and white CF Roundels. I'll have some pics up when I get a moment to wash my poor, filthy car.

[LivesNearCostco]

Took apart the driver's side headlight and put some aluminum foil on the burnt third of the projector bowl.

[Hermes]

put my new fog bulbs in. wow, these things are yellow...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/frenching/P1010025.jpg

so much win

[HokieZHP]

Which bulbs did you get? I got the Nokya bulbs and they're very yellow!


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[Hermes]

PIAA Plasma Ion Yellow from the ZHPMafia store: http://astore.amazon.com/zhpcom-20/detail/B000H3WZJY

[danewilson77]

Took apart the driver's side headlight and put some aluminum foil on the burnt third of the projector bowl.

.....and.......

[LivesNearCostco]

Oh, the results! And... it's noticeably better but still not as good as the right/passenger headlight. Perhaps 20% more light overall, and 40% more light on the ground 10 feet in front of the car on the left. Here are before (foil) and after (foil) photos with the left projector only--right side blocked with a sheet of cardboard. Both photos done with the old Phillips D2S bulb. In the garage pix (white garage door at ~20 feet) the left light looks about 20% brighter to me. In the wall pic (gold stucco wall at ~50 feet), left light still looks dim but "after foil" pic shows more light on the ground.

Garage door at ~20', before and after (right projector blocked)
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Stucco wall at ~40', before and after (right projector blocked); more light on ground
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I'm beginning to wonder if my right headlight is an AL. The right cover says AL (left cover says ZKW). The right projector lens has a horizontal line in it; the left projector lens does not have any line. The right was so much brighter than the left before the aluminum foil hack. This weekend I want to remove the right headlight assembly to see if it has a burnt bowl or not.

[BCS_ZHP]

Added a ZHP shorty shift knob to the 325ci. A little spirited driving, don't know if was it the new shift knob or the new tires but I like.

[nike001]

Just prepping my car for a few things... :)

[GMATT]

Used center caps( thanks Bruce!) and spare brake parts, (thanks Botond!)

[S85FTW]

Took the Zhp to the shooting range today :)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Dalton, I stripped out something in your post. It was prompting me for a user name and password.

[nike001]

Dalton, I stripped out something in your post. It was prompting me for a user name and password.

Haha, it's okay. I was linked from my school email, I wasn't sure if it would work or not. It worked for me, but I was unsure about everyone else. So I guess no one saw the pic :P

I guess it'll have to wait until it's in for everyone to finally see!

[midlandtech]

Sharked the car today... Thank you Dane for the help its really nice being able make a call and have help... Car feels different... Not night and day faster but quicker and more urgent than before throttle response is much better and rev matching has been very easy I also noted a slightly louder intake noise anyone else note this?


~Steve
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[danewilson77]

Yup. It's a better car Sharked imho.

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[kayger12]

Another sharked ZHP, ftw.

Welcome to the Family within the Family.

[nike001]

Is it worth the $350 though? What specifically is more noticeable over stock? I've only ever seen people say that they've only really noticed the throttle response. To me, $350 for an increased throttle response makes me want to just save my money.

[danewilson77]

Is it worth the $350 though? What specifically is more noticeable over stock? I've only ever seen people say that they've only really noticed the throttle response. To me, $350 for an increased throttle response makes me want to just save my money.

Ask Horney. He thought I had FI... Hehe

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[midlandtech]

Is it worth the $350 though? What specifically is more noticeable over stock? I've only ever seen people say that they've only really noticed the throttle response. To me, $350 for an increased throttle response makes me want to just save my money.

Pulls harder in 3rd and 4th than it did before its hard to pin down with one word other than the car feels different feels like a new breath of life was given to it... More urgent and peppy


~Steve
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[Hermes]

So I randomly decided to call the service dept and have them check something for me. Supposedly the New Jersey DME update doesn't apply to my car. Maybe it's been done at some point, I don't see it anywhere on my service history the dealer shows. How can I truly see if it applies to me or not?

[midlandtech]

I may add that I have exhaust and intake work done as well


~Steve
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[kayger12]

Is it worth the $350 though? What specifically is more noticeable over stock? I've only ever seen people say that they've only really noticed the throttle response. To me, $350 for an increased throttle response makes me want to just save my money.

Several people who've driven or driven in my car said it is noticeably faster than non-sharked ZHP, including Bruce who's driven a bunch of them and test drove mine before I bought it (he was the first to bring to my attention that there was a little something extra to my ride).

I've noticed the difference when I've test driven other ZHPs.

[nike001]

OK. Saving up my $350..

Thanks all!

[az3579]

90% detail of the exterior. The finish looks beyond fantastic, thanks to all the help Charlie provided! The paint is literally smoother than the finest fabric or the smoothest baby's bottom. I can barely feel that there's anything there when I run my fingers on it; it's like running your fingers through air.

Hard pressed to see anything cleaner on the road on my way home tonight than this car.


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[midlandtech]

OK. Saving up my $350..

Thanks all!

You won't regret it


~Steve
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[cakM3]

You're welcome BP :)

Today I got a new DISA, upper and lower intake boots :)

Oh and shark FTW :thumbsup

[kayger12]

:like

[M0nk3y]

90% detail of the exterior. The finish looks beyond fantastic, thanks to all the help Charlie provided! The paint is literally smoother than the finest fabric or the smoothest baby's bottom. I can barely feel that there's anything there when I run my fingers on it; it's like running your fingers through air.

Hard pressed to see anything cleaner on the road on my way home tonight than this car.


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Needs to be a thread for this.

[jeff57ax]

It was so nice in Kansas City, I washed and clayed the car, then installed the new brake boot and handle, and the new shifter boot that I got for Christmas

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l629/jeff57ax/Alpine%20White%20ZHP/101_1542.jpg

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l629/jeff57ax/Alpine%20White%20ZHP/101_1546.jpg

[kayger12]

Looking good.
:like

[midlandtech]

It was so nice in Kansas City, I washed and clayed the car, then installed the new brake boot and handle, and the new shifter boot that I got for Christmas

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l629/jeff57ax/Alpine%20White%20ZHP/101_1542.jpg

http://i1127.photobucket.com/albums/l629/jeff57ax/Alpine%20White%20ZHP/101_1546.jpg

I'm in kc too and I agree it was amazing out today I washed and waxed both my wife's and my cars


~Steve
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[Stu]

Just got my new sunshade in today, and I've now completely fixed my sunroof! It's finally usable again. That certainly was a job indeed. Now if only I can figure out how to get rid of this liquid wrench lube smell...

[danewilson77]

PC'd and waxed back 1/3 of car. Organized garage. Tested out Monster Light (the one I got from SnapOn dealer) for first time.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG1079.jpg

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[Pip]

Completed the aux input DIY - finally have some tunes from Pandora or the iPhone.

Completed the black 330i badge.

[danewilson77]

That looks great.

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[midlandtech]

Completed the aux input DIY - finally have some tunes from Pandora or the iPhone.

Completed the black 330i badge.

How was the install for the aux cable I have one and have been wanting to put it in


~Steve
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[Pip]

It did test my patience, but overall it was very simple. Use Kager's DIY and I'll add a couple tips.

Tips:
1. When disconnecting the harness use a flat head or plastic tool to pry the connection up. Once you think you've got it up pry further :) if you look closely to the photo below (slight L shape grooves) you'll see that the first pry gets it up but it needs to go even further to release.

2. Looking from the back the grey connector (aux cable) goes on the right and the old black connector goes on the left.

3. When putting the blue clip back in make sure the grey and black connectors are all the way through the harness so that the blue clip doesn't allow them to come back out of the back of the harness - it'll make sense when you do it.

4. Use the zip ties to roll up the extra cable that you'll hide below the head unit. This is extremely important to try and make the length of the cable thy you're going to use just long enough so that everything goes back together without pinching.

5. I used a 1/4" drill bit for the hole in the sunglasses holder. The hardest part was getting the nut on the aux cable to secure it to the sunglasses holder. I was able to feed it through the back and put the nut on top. Then I spun the cable from the back to get the nut started. Hopefully someone has a better option because this was a PITA. Please test the cable before putting it back together to save yourself some trouble :)

That's about it. Kager's guide is great.



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[Pip]

Sorry the DIY is from kayger12 not kager. It is titled - BMW OEM Auxiliary Input DIY.


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[Pip]

Thanks Dane! This weekend has been full of car work (ET, aux input, badge, &amp; detail) and the fianc&#233; is starting to wonder who comes first lol. It has been fun to work on the little things but maintenance is definitely my first priority as I'd like to enjoy driving the car for years to come.


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[cakM3]

Sorry the DIY is from kayger12 not kager. It is titled - BMW OEM Auxiliary Input DIY.


Just a heads up....for cars with navigation the diy is different. Instead of pulling the nav unit completely out and pulling out the plugs in the rear, all you need to do to retrofit AUX input is take out the center vents on top and on the left side of the nav/radio unit you will see a wiring loom. There is a plug lightly wrapped to the loom that is the AUX input wire. All you need to do is separate the plug to attach to your AUX input kit, then route the wire to the glove compartment or wherever you desire and you are set.

[trancenation]

installed afe das

[Hermes]

installed afe das

:waldo

[Meric]

Disabled Day Time Running Lights.

[danewilson77]

Disabled Day Time Running Lights.

Nice. AE's next?

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[Meric]

Nice. AE's next?

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I'll get them ASAP. Any advice? I want white.

[danewilson77]

V2's (either opaque or regulars) or Weisslicht from jlevisw, is what I would recommend.

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[Meric]

Did some search on the forum but any DIY?

[imola red zhp]

I'll get them ASAP. Any advice? I want white.

I recommend the opaque V2 from umnitza, was an easy install I think there the brightest and white around. IMO

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[Hermes]

PC'd and waxed back 1/3 of car. Organized garage. Tested out Monster Light (the one I got from SnapOn dealer) for first time.

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/IMAG1079.jpg


http://www.myconfinedspace.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/captain-picard-do-want-500x392.jpg

[danewilson77]

Meric, here is probably the best pic I have showing the Weisslichts close up.


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

M0nk3y has some great pics of the regular V2's.
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[Meric]

That looks really bright and nice. I think I'll go with Weisslichts. Easy to install the wires and stuff?

[Johal E32]

Disabled Day Time Running Lights.


Nice. AE's next?

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I'll get them ASAP. Any advice? I want white.

haha, I'm thinking of getting rid of my angel eyes and get some yellow day time running lights instead

[kayger12]

haha, I'm thinking of getting rid of my angel eyes and get some yellow day time running lights instead

This.

DRLs are the new AEs, hehe.

[Pip]

That looks really bright and nice. I think I'll go with Weisslichts. Easy to install the wires and stuff?

I think the best DIY is from some other m3forum.

Found it:
http://www.fastm.com/m3/angeleyes_orionv2.html

Do you have a sedan? Much easier if you do because you won't need to bake the lights.


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[imola red zhp]

Meric
Just as comparison to DW's
These are the umnitza V2
http://img.tapatalk.com/aefdea19-e685-8be7.jpg

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[danewilson77]

Meric
Just as comparison to DW's
These are the umnitza V2
http://img.tapatalk.com/aefdea19-e685-8be7.jpg

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... V2 Opaques.

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[imola red zhp]

... V2 Opaques.

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Thanks Dane too many drinks Happy New Year!!!

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[Meric]

They kinda looks the same. And what bake the lights??


haha, i'm thinking of getting rid of my angel eyes and get some yellow day time running lights instead

are you crazy? Why would you do that?

[imola red zhp]

Meric the sedans have tabs to remove lens covers to install AE, the coupes need the headlights assy to be baked to release the seal to open lens covers.

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[Hermes]

They kinda looks the same. And what bake the lights?

are you crazy? Why would you do that?

You have to bake facelift coupe/vert lights because they are sealed with a glue, the bake heats up the glue so you can pull them apart.

Also, I have yellow DRL and fog lights. They work amazing in the fog

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/185a290e.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/ZHP%20Photos/foggyday.jpg

Johal, do it. I love seeing the yellow reflection in other cars

[Meric]

Wow looks funny in the oven. :D I'm just worrying about the wiring stuffs.

[Hermes]

You don't have to worry, no baking for your car required

[CERF04ZHP]

You're welcome BP :)

Today I got a new DISA, upper and lower intake boots :)

Oh and shark FTW :thumbsup

Nice Charlie!

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[kayger12]

Bought her some Lubro Moly Valve Clean and Jectron from the ZHP Mafia Store.

Gonna go get soaked in gasoline now and change her fuel filter out.

[echo46]

Good stuff, enjoy the gas bath.

[cakM3]

Finally cleaned up my ZHP after spending a full day detailing Wobbie.

Already had a good winter coat applied a few weeks earlier...all I have to do now is wash and wipe down...

There...all things are good at my stable...my ///M is hibernating :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c156-b8da-22b9.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c156-b8ec-0dce.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4c156-b8ff-296e.jpg

[midlandtech]

All the hours I spent yesterday waxing and it rained... Spend this morning spray waxing the car and getting it shiny again


~Steve
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[Meric]

New rubber:

Michelin Pilot Sport :P

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/3067/newrubber.jpg

[kayger12]

New rubber:

Michelin Pilot's Sport :P



Fixed.

[Hermes]

http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/3067/newrubber.jpg

needs Sonax or P21s

[Meric]

I guess the mech guys likes it dirty xD

[LivesNearCostco]

I see rain grooves... are those DOT legal (or the Canadian equivalent or DOT) in case you have to land on a highway? If you have one tire in front and 2 or 4 in back, does the plane understeer if you take a runway access road at high speeds?

Of course, on a race car, the wings are inverted to push down.

[Hermes]

can you get spinners for the Hornet?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFt3ZcCdyik

[Meric]

:foottap Hermes are you reading my mind bro?? I don't think these tires has Dot on them. Hopefully I won't have to land on the highway. (Canadian Highways -.- )

[az3579]

can you get spinners for the Hornet?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFt3ZcCdyik

You can get spinners for anything...





... and this sentence is not going to be finished (by me).

[cakM3]

I noticed a thread in the "Classified" section regarding getting some carbon fiber parts for those interested...:thumbsup

Just wanted to pass along the info for those who may be interested. I can say that the quality of the sedan Arqray lip spoiler I got is awesome. Can't wait till Spring when I get this mounted.....HD pics will be taken at that time since I will have my Nikon D5100 DSLR to play with then...:biggrin

Here is the link guys/gals! http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5890-Feeler-For-Sale-CT-Various-E46-CF-Parts-GROUP-BUY (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?5890-Feeler-For-Sale-CT-Various-E46-CF-Parts-GROUP-BUY)

[WOLFN8TR]

Rebuilt Vanos, new valve cover gasket and new spark plugs. Took off all 4 rims and totally cleaned them and painted the brake calipers and hubs.

[danewilson77]

Rebuilt Vanos, new valve cover gasket and new spark plugs. Took off all 4 rims and totally cleaned them and painted the rotors and hubs.

You painted the rotors?

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[Meric]

Rebuilt Vanos, new valve cover gasket and new spark plugs. Took off all 4 rims and totally cleaned them and painted the rotors and hubs.

Can you send a pic of the old sparks? I just wanna see how bad they get over the time.

[Hermes]

Can you send a pic of the old sparks? I just wanna see how bad they get over the time.

mine at 60,xxx miles (96,xxx km)

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/IMG_1171.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/IMG_1173.jpg

[kayger12]

Mine at 51,560.
http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff401/Kayger12/2011-04-09_16-44-28_879.jpg

[WOLFN8TR]

You painted the rotors?

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Oops...Calipers. I had one silver one two black ones and one rusted one. My OCD kicked in had to paint them all black.

[kayger12]

Oops...Calipers. I had one silver one two black ones and one rusted one. My OCD kicked in had to paint them all black.

In for pics. I have silver calipers. Thought about doing black with the Sparkling Graphite.

[Johnmadd]

Vcg on the e30.

[danewilson77]

Vcg on the e30.

Nice!

Nice job on the calipers. Wouldn't mind some pics either.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Can you send a pic of the old sparks? I just wanna see how bad they get over the time.

Here ya go, 102K and honestly they looked like originals.
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7315.jpg
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7318.jpg
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7319.jpg

[WOLFN8TR]

In for pics. I have silver calipers. Thought about doing black with the Sparkling Graphite.


Nice!
Nice job on the calipers. Wouldn't mind some pics either.

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Inbound....

[danewilson77]

Was talking calipers... Hehe. Nice plugs though.

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[WOLFN8TR]

The photos don't do justice. They look alot better than that.

http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7332.jpg
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7331.jpg
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7327.jpg

[danewilson77]

Looks great.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks! I didn't realize how scratched up my rims were, dam. Can you get touch up paint anywhere for the stock rims?

[Johal E32]

Thanks! I didn't realize how scratched up my rims were, dam. Can you get touch up paint anywhere for the stock rims?

BAM!
http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?p=12652099
:)

[kayger12]

I like it.

Somebody will have the wheel paint info for you.

I want to say Werth silver wheel paint or something like that.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[WOLFN8TR]

I was surprised how much better they look now.

I've looked for the paint, no luck finding any.

[trancenation]

Changed the oil and spark plugs for the E90 330. Thinking I need to order some new ignition coils.

[M0nk3y]

Changed the oil and spark plugs for the E90 330. Thinking I need to order some new ignition coils.

Make sure they are the Bosch

[Stu]

I just learned about this:

http://mercedessource.com/node/6836

I wish I knew about it before I sprayed silicone lube on the tracks :(

[WOLFN8TR]

BAM!
http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?p=12652099
:)

I seen that process before was kinda looking for a touch up bottle or pen. Thanks thou...

[LivesNearCostco]

Focus, young Wolfenator, focus! Or maybe Macro mode then focus.

Here are my plugs two weeks ago, with somewhere between 35,000-65,000 miles on them or somewhere in between. All I know is PO changed them sometime between 90,000 and 120,000 miles. They probably have about 55,000 miles on them, and I'm thinking the dark fouling is oil from when my VCG was leaking.

I'm trying to decide if I should replace my plugs now or wait until summer, and wondering if fresh plugs might give me a little more power. One of those momentous $54 questions.
29582959


Here ya go, 102K and honestl
y they looked like originals.
http://i1227.photobucket.com/albums/ee438/WOLFN8TR/BMW/IMG_7315.jpg

[Hermes]

Yes, now. NGK BKR6EQUP or the NGK Iridium (don't remember p/n). The iridiums are only like $5 a plug opposed to the $9 for the platinums. Skip the Bosch

[Marcus-SanDiego]

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GX9FSY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000GX9FSY

[LivesNearCostco]

Thanks, Hermes and Marcus! So it's a $53 question from AutoHausAZ but only a $47 question if I buy from the Amazon ZHP Mafia store! And free shipping to boot. Let me just verify Amazon doesn't charge sales tax for shipments to California. That's the link that gives the family its cut, right? The link has some kind of "zhpcom" tag in it.

Hermes, aren't Iridium spark plugs normally more expensive than equivalent platinum plugs? The NGK Iridiums I saw there are cheaper but seem to have one ground prong vs. 4 for the NGK platinums.

[Hermes]

Yeah, they only have 1 ground. Not a problem, the plugs supposedly work much better than the platinums. I tried to find iridiums with 4 prongs and as far as i can tell they don't exist

[cakM3]

Installed new DISA and intake boots :). Then took the ZHP out for a spin...no issues which means I didn't mess anything up :biggrin

[az3579]

Today I installed my new-to-me exhaust. Sure sounds good.

[WOLFN8TR]

Focus, young Wolfenator, focus! Or maybe Macro mode then focus.


Ya my iPhone 4 doesn't focus that well when too close...

[Hermes]

Ya my iPhone 4 doesn't focus that well when too close...

When in the camera touch the screen where you want it to focus, it will adjust

[LivesNearCostco]

Thanks, Marcus, ordered 6 of those NGK spark plugs. Just to be safe, I went to the ZHP mafia Amazon store and added them from there. Also ordered a bottle of Gummi Pfledge to see if that improves how well my doors seal.


http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GX9FSY/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=zhpcom-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000GX9FSY

[jayjay_dee]

New fuel filter in (last Saturday to be exact)...

[Dotpage]

Thermostat, expansion tank ann upper radiator hose. Ready for another 120K!

[danewilson77]

Thermostat, expansion tank ann upper radiator hose. Ready for another 120K!

Cool. Great job. Did you opt for no WP, lower rad hose, and temp sensor for a reason Ed?

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[midlandtech]

Got my hamann front lip in today... Just need a friend with some spare time now :)


~Steve
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[Dotpage]

Cool. Great job. Did you opt for no WP, lower rad hose, and temp sensor for a reason Ed?

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All in very good shape, it had a new wp and lower hose done by p.o.

Also when she get's a supercharger later this year we will rethink all cooling.


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[danewilson77]

^:drool

I wiped off some finger prints, from bottom of trunk edge, because the 13 year old has not commited to memory, how to close my trunk.

[Hermes]

What do you think about me throwing a layer of transparent red spray paint over my black cube, essentially making it red cube? Just an idea I've been tossing around...

[az3579]

What do you think about me throwing a layer of transparent red spray paint over my black cube, essentially making it red cube? Just an idea I've been tossing around...

Is that reversible in case you don't like it? It's an awfully expensive mistake if you end up not liking it.

[Hermes]

I would keep paint thinner around and wipe off right away if I don't like it. I'm just tired of how dark my interior is. Because the paint is transparent I'm thinking the cube would just have a red shine to it and not actually be red

[Hornung418]

Buy a used piece and try it on that. Wouldn't go all out on your good conditioned interior pieces...

[Hermes]

Yeah, makes sense. I'll prob do that

[trancenation]

watched as my neighbor carelessly backed up into my kidney grills with a rav4 with a spare tire cover on the rear :foottap

[danewilson77]

^Ugh.

SMH.

[kayger12]

watched as my neighbor carelessly backed up into my kidney grills with a rav4 with a spare tire cover on the rear :foottap

Now that sucks.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[kayger12]

^:drool

I wiped off some finger prints, from bottom of trunk edge, because the 13 year old has not commited to memory, how to close my trunk.

My wife did that.

She was banned from touching the trunk for a week.

She thought I was kidding...

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[cakM3]

My wife did that.

She was banned from touching the trunk for a week.

She thought I was kidding...

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

Keith, I lol'd when I read this...:)

[kayger12]

Keith, I lol'd when I read this...:)

:thumbup

[Hermes]

Keith, I lol'd when I read this...:)

my favorite Keith quote:

"you slam, we die!"

[kayger12]

my favorite Keith quote:

"you slam, we die!"

Hehe.

[zhpnsnv]

Hey Y'all - haven't been on the interweb a lot lately. Hope all is well in the ZHP world. Mine is doing well - in the last two weeks it got:

- new cooling system (minus water pump which was already done): hoses, fluid, radiator, therm, housing, exp. tank, etc...
- tail light recall performed
- lower intake boot replaced (cracking)

Car is running like an absolute champ at 87k miles. It's still getting 25-6 mpg on the winter gas (is winter gas a myth?).

One problem: found moisture/condensation in my headlight housing. Apparently there is nothing I can do about this? It took a week to go away, but I'm sure it'll be back next time it rains and I'm on the highway.

Happy 2012! I hope I get to hang out with my ZHP brothers and sisters sometime this year.

mb

[kayger12]

Hey Y'all - haven't been on the interweb a lot lately. Hope all is well in the ZHP world. Mine is doing well - in the last two weeks it got:

- new cooling system (minus water pump which was already done): hoses, fluid, radiator, therm, housing, exp. tank, etc...
- tail light recall performed
- lower intake boot replaced (cracking)

Car is running like an absolute champ at 87k miles. It's still getting 25-6 mpg on the winter gas (is winter gas a myth?).

One problem: found moisture/condensation in my headlight housing. Apparently there is nothing I can do about this? It took a week to go away, but I'm sure it'll be back next time it rains and I'm on the highway.

Happy 2012! I hope I get to hang out with my ZHP brothers and sisters sometime this year.

mb

Miss you around here.

Glad all is well.

As for the headlight condensation, part #19 below. Also check the rubber boot on the backside of the lights.

http://realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/l/e/307.png

[danewilson77]

All you need is the headlight gasket.

Who "apparently" told you that?

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[kayger12]

All you need is the headlight gasket.

Who "apparently" told you that?

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I'm guessing someone who thinks the sedans have sealed headlights like the coupes.

[danewilson77]

I'm guessing someone who thinks the sedans have sealed headlights like the coupes.

Or someone who "apparently" wanted more of his $$$.

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[goofiefoot]

I sold my style 135s today. Kinda sad to see them go. Good thing I'm in love with my 197s! ;)

[BustedBoat]

Drove my sister to school in the morning and then took advantage to driver her around for both our pleasure.

[zhpnsnv]

Or someone who "apparently" wanted more of his $$$.

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That one!

[danewilson77]

That one!

Lol... Copy.

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[zj96sc]

As a 'sledgehammer' approach to headlight condensation you can pack them with a handful of desiccant bags. Hit up your local walmart and check camera cases or shoes, grab a few bags of desiccant and throw them in. Did this on my HID retrofitted E36 projectors with success.

But, i'd check that the headlight and associated seals and boots are in correct order before doing that.

[CERF04ZHP]

I sold my style 135s today. Kinda sad to see them go. Good thing I'm in love with my 197s! ;)

Glad you love 'em, because they look siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiick...!

[Jon D]

Have not done much to the ZHP lately however decided she needed a few touch-ups over the holidays.

Some new mats

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HEcG-wDjIVU/TwVFLqCbMNI/AAAAAAAAA2g/rElPVW53zwU/s640/BMW%252520New%252520Mats.jpg

And a new micro antenna - not only looks better but actually works better.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-y6tD4oei6B8/TwVFL-2jfkI/AAAAAAAAA2g/yG3rgr-P1y0/s640/BMW%252520New%252520Antenna.jpg

[cakM3]

I replaced the original oil cap with the ///M oil cap. Looks so much better :thumbsup

[coby1]

Alcantara knob and E Brake handle

[kayger12]

I replaced the original oil cap with the ///M oil cap. Looks so much better :thumbsup

In for pics.

[cakM3]

In for pics.

Keith,

I will have pics posted as soon as I get home from work...:thumbsup

I will also be picking up my ///M deadpedal for my ZHP today... :biggrin

[Stu]

Got my oil changed today. Discovered the following problems:

1. Small leak from my radiator. My low coolant light has not even come on, so apparently this is an extremely small leak. I haven't even noticed my coolant fall lower, either.

2. Leaking rear shocks :( Not happy about this one. I haven't noticed any change in handling or ride quality, so I'm not worried. I'll deal with this one when it finally becomes a problem. I can get cheap ZHP shocks, and they are supposedly very easy to replace according to the DIY.

3. Time for new tires. They are very worn. Apparently my rear-left tire does not hold air anymore, but I didn't notice since it's a run-flat :p I just recently checked the air, too.

4. Alignment. Reallllly need this one.

5. FCABs.

Today was a wake-up call for me to start working on issues that actually matter now, and not issues that may crop up potentially. I feel dumb for not looking at the more major issues. Money is very tight and I need to make sure I have some to work on my car and also have a good social life. This is a good lesson in budgeting.

[Mtnman]

Rear shocks are super easy. I did them solo in an hour.
FCAB were easy too. I did them in 1.5 hrs. Not too expensive either. Borrow a gear puller or a 3 jaw puller from someone.

Tires and alignment...hmm, well, you're gonna spend money on those. No way around that.

If you want help, bring it to Asheville and we can knock out most of these before lunch!

[MrMaico]

I replaced the original oil cap with the ///M oil cap. Looks so much better :thumbsup

Gotta be good for at least 5 hp.:biggrin Been thinking about getting one of those myself.


Alcantara knob and E Brake handle

Looks great Mike!

[edlvrt]

Got my oil changed today. Discovered the following problems:

1. Small leak from my radiator. My low coolant light has not even come on, so apparently this is an extremely small leak. I haven't even noticed my coolant fall lower, either.



As Mtnman said, the FCABs and rear shocks can be DIY if you have some basic tools. Also, you can do your radiator fairly easily as well.

For tires, non run-flats are cheaper, and you should have a spare in your trunk.

[LivesNearCostco]

Installed UUC DSSR last night. Took many hours of sweating and cussing, not so much to install the DSSR itself, but to change the selector rod joint/knuckle. Getting the old one off was hard; getting the new one on was harder. Also replaced the white circular shifter ball bearing that sits in the carrier. If I had only done the DSSR, it would have been pretty easy. Removing the "bi*ch" clips that hold the front of the carrier was easy, once the exhaust and transmission support were out of the way. I only removed the carrier to get better access to the selector rod knuckle; it's not necessary just for the DSSR. It was my first time dropping the exhaust.

UUC was helpful in answering my questions by phone, both before and after purchase. They did warn me that replacing part #12 would be difficult, and it was! Shifts are definitely smoother now, but it didn't reduce shift lever play very much, which is quite disappointing. The old knuckle was missing the little yellow sponge (part 14), but even though the new knuckle has a sponge (which made it really hard to get on), that didn't seem to make much difference either. I think most of the remaining free play is in the transmission itself. A little might be in the shift lever pivot ball, which definitely had some worn spots on it, or in the carrier (#1), which can rock back and forth just a tiny bit despite having the two-pronged front. I wonder if replacing both oval bushings (#2) would fix that.... but in any case I have no interest in dropping the exhaust again for at least another 6 months. Someday if I get a new exhaust or do a SSK, I can replace those oval carrier bushings.

I was afraid of a jack stand failing (or an earthquake) so spent most of the time with a jack under one end of the car in addition to the jackstands, but I temporarily diverted both jacks to supporting the exhaust during removal and reinstallation, and used the small jack to support and lower the transmission while the tranny brace was out.

On this diagram I replaced parts 7, 9, 10 (x4), 11 (x2), 12 (including 13 and 14), and 15. Replacing parts 7 and 9 was only moderately difficult, but replacing 12 was so, so hard, partly because I didn't remove the guibo so had to reach around it and the driveshaft a lot.

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/i/f/153.png

[Stu]

Rear shocks are super easy. I did them solo in an hour.
FCAB were easy too. I did them in 1.5 hrs. Not too expensive either. Borrow a gear puller or a 3 jaw puller from someone.

Tires and alignment...hmm, well, you're gonna spend money on those. No way around that.

If you want help, bring it to Asheville and we can knock out most of these before lunch!

I'll be glad to take you up on that offer when it's time to do shocks :). I'm gonna do FCABs before tires so my alignment is worthwhile since I'm doing both at the same time. I should be getting some PZero Neros in about a week

[nike001]

http://i359.photobucket.com/albums/oo37/bsktsk8ter9/d7334f79.jpg

Just need to figure out how to get the boots on since they didn't come with clippy things that clip to the interior

[danewilson77]

Do you have to use the old rings? Those are from Cobywheel?

HTC Thunderbolt+TT

[S85FTW]

met up with BP this evening and got my car coded with some features it didnt come with out of the factory. Thanks BP!

I now have, remote open all windows and sunroof
Remote close all.
No annoying beep when key is ignition.
Autolock doors at 12km/h
DRL's activated
Fogs on with high beams
Halogen highs activated along with xenon highs.