What did you do for your ZHP/BMW today?

[danewilson77]

Yep-- mine needed some serious work if they were gonna fit. Passed them on to DW who found the same.

It's odd... Because those splitters did not fit the Coupe OR the sedan properly.

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[ryankokesh]

Ah crap...just bought the splitters, lol.


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[iZHP]

Thinking about getting these..

http://www.cheapeuroparts.com/myfiles/image/E46SmokedLEDAmberCorner1.jpg

http://www.khoalty.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/335x285/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/c/l/cl_b3_e46_4d_02_led_c2_a9.jpg

I've tried these, and wasn't a fan. However, I got the chrome. It was just too shiny looking for me.
I imagine smoked looks better, though.

[HokieZHP]

I changed all my brake pads and lines! See my project thread!

[danewilson77]

Just cleaned my windshield.

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[johnrando]

I have yet to receive mine, should be here Tuesday next week... but that is not a good news... have you tried reaching MiniD to ask for some advice?

I remember he mentioned its better to have it professionally installed, but i never thought he meant that the splitters needed a lot of work to fit....

Hows the quality of the splitters anyways?



I asked him in his build thread. They look good, they just look like they are going to need work to get them to fit.

[jayjay_dee]

Ah crap...just bought the splitters, lol.


Did you get it from Khoalty too?

[jayjay_dee]

It's odd... Because those splitters did not fit the Coupe OR the sedan properly.


Wait, im confused... so the one you have on your car right now is not the one from Keith? or somehow you managed to fit them in...

[cakM3]

I washed my car and cleaned the wheels yesterday only to see it rained last night :)


@ jayjay... I think aftermarket splitters are hard to fit, just like any aftermarket front lip spoiler. They all take a little bit of work to make them look good. Depending on what look you are going after, it is worth the effort imho :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Wait, im confused... so the one you have on your car right now is not the one from Keith? or somehow you managed to fit them in...

NO....I had them.....took them off....then a set that Rob (Sockethead) gave me fit perfectly.

[danewilson77]

@ jayjay... I think aftermarket splitters are hard to fit, just like any aftermarket front lip spoiler. They all take a little bit of work to make them look good. Depending on what look you are going after, it is worth the effort imho :thumbsup

This wasn't the case with the Khoalty splitters. They just weren't right.

Too long by about 3/4"

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04013.jpg

[static667]

I'm about to start on the CCV change out. Ugh...

[danewilson77]

Yeah.....in for details.

[Ryans323i]

I'm about to start on the CCV change out. Ugh...

Hope all goes well. Invite the GF over if she's got small hands. When I did it, there were times when I kept thinking, "Glad my hands are small!".

[cakM3]

I retrofitted another bimmer with OEM M3 side mirrors today....this time it was on a vert. Much easier but today I learned how I can adjust my motor base plate so the mirror is more centered in the housing....just too tired to do mine .....

Took my time and got everything to work perfectly :)

Since it's going to rain again tonight through tomorrow I did a very quick detail this evening only to realize that I will need to clay my car again and do a deep detail....when will I have time???
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP4.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP5.jpg

[MrMaico]

Just cleaned my windshield.

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LOL......me too. Took a cue from you and clay barred it and put a light coat of Zymol on it. Not sure if the wax was a good idea or not. I know it will make getting the bugs off a lot easier. Haven't had it out for a test drive yet.......the wind is nuts here today so I've spent the day indoors.

Still haven't made up my mind on whether to replace it or not.

[UdubBadger]

I retrofitted another bimmer with OEM M3 side mirrors today....this time it was on a vert. Much easier but today I learned how I can adjust my motor base plate so the mirror is more centered in the housing....just too tired to do mine .....

Took my time and got everything to work perfectly :)

Since it's going to rain again tonight through tomorrow I did a very quick detail this evening only to realize that I will need to clay my car again and do a deep detail....when will I have time???
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP4.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP5.jpg

want so badly

[static667]

Got the CCV done in about 4.5 - 5 hours. My biggest snag was getting the top hose to reattach or getting it into place with it attached. Otherwise, everything went smoothly. I was even inspired to install my LCABs since I already had the front end on jack stands. Having it lifted wasn't necessary but, I didn't feel like killing my lower back by leaning into the bay all day. I also replaced my accessory belt tensioner pulley, upper intake boot, and throttle body gasket while I was in there. Now if I had only thought to put some sunscreen on my bald head while working in the sun...

[kayger12]

^Awesome job, Kyle.

The CCV is still one job I'm dreading.

[Ryans323i]

Glad everything went smoothly. Sorry about the sunburn!

[Hermes]

Getting ready to drive appx 330 miles home

[llll1l1ll]

On Friday, I replaced my DISA valve and the stock cabin air filter with a new charcoal-lined one.

Here was the old DISA valve:

http://i1186.photobucket.com/albums/z376/HerrGruyere/f8c2ec86.jpg

I'm lucky that was as far as it broke... :/

[GMATT]

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[carsontl]

are those replica CSL?

[elric]

Received my order for Meguiars M105/M205 and 3 LC orange pads, in prep for a detailing session this weekend. Still waiting for new DS2 and 9006 bulbs to arrive (should be here on Wednesday).

[danewilson77]

Received my order for Meguiars M105/M205 and 3 LC orange pads, in prep for a detailing session this weekend. Still waiting for new DS2 and 9006 bulbs to arrive (should be here on Wednesday).

Nice. Pretty much got the same. Weekend off too:)

I'll be thinking of you.

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[carsontl]

Nice. Pretty much got the same. Weekend off too:)

I'll be thinking of you.

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http://alltheragefaces.com/img/faces/jpg/fap-now-kiss.jpg

Couldn't help myself.

[GMATT]

Yes from Mod Bargins weigh in at 20.8 lbs ea :)

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[Hermes]

Might be picking up some 15x6 BBS RA's for the 2002, waiting for the guy to let us know when is good for him

[webster]

Yes from Mod Bargins weigh in at 20.8 lbs ea :)

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congrats! those are awesome wheels, and they ain't cheap 'neither!


today i drove the ZHP for the first time since Feb. 10th. that's just about two and a half months, folks! and i'm happy report that she's driving best i've ever felt since purchasing her. new CABs transform the suspension feel. and the new cooling system, w/ the new water pump and pulleys, man...the car just pulls. i'm sure some of it is the fact i haven't driven in a while, but she feels mean. in a good way. :)

[zhp43867]

congrats! those are awesome wheels, and they ain't cheap 'neither!




Well not cheap is relative- but I'd say they are a great value! Nice pickup!

[cakM3]

Installed my "fresh" Silver Cube Trim for my front driver's and passenger's door this afternoon. I have to say that the new silver cube trim seems a tad darker than the original silver cube trim that came with my car....I really love the look :wub

[carsontl]

Just got my:


bmw 5w30 full oil change kit
oem euro driver mirror
replacement hood roundel
replacement door handle (driver)
replacement HK speaker (passenger)
replacement dead pedal (///M)
gloss black vinyl strips for the shadowtrim
piano gloss black kidney grills
meyle HD CABs
replacement side markers
replacement side reflectors
Wallet valet key


http://i.imgur.com/6ho80.jpg

[danewilson77]

Ooooooooooo............tell us what you think of the Euro Mirror after install. Congrats brutha.

[webster]

nice haul carson!

[Hermes]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/18fb21d8.jpg

[danewilson77]

:drool

[carsontl]

:drool

I never understood the allure of the mesh wheels, is it a heritage thing?

[danewilson77]

I never understood the allure of the mesh wheels, is it a heritage thing?

I just love basket weaves.

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[Hermes]

they will just look right on the car

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/bcthomas122279/img2262ek6.jpg

[danewilson77]

they will just look right on the car

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/bcthomas122279/img2262ek6.jpg

Yous got dat right!

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[Johnmadd]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/18fb21d8.jpg

Nice e30 is wheels... I got a set of those to go with my many bottlecaps. Basketweaves are an alltime classic.

[cakM3]

JP,

That looks sweet! Very nice!

[jayjay_dee]

This wasn't the case with the Khoalty splitters. They just weren't right.

Too long by about 3/4"

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Imola%20Bimmer/DSC04013.jpg

Dane, you are right... got my splitters tonight, they fit nice but they are somehow 1/2 inch too long...

[danewilson77]

Dane, you are right... got my splitters tonight, they fit nice but they are somehow 1/2 inch too long...

Mmmm....

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[Hermes]

Nice e30 is wheels... I got a set of those to go with my many bottlecaps. Basketweaves are an alltime classic.

Honestly I think they are GTI wheels, there are little VW logos right under the BBS logo which I'll probably grind flat but the main issue at the moment is the fact that PO had a not fully removed layer of rattle can white all over them that was hidden by brake dust. The centers will need to be painted correctly and lips polished at some point


JP,

That looks sweet! Very nice!

Thanks Charlie!

[Hermes]

Here are the rest.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/50171a00.jpg

Wrapped in Dunlop Direzza DZ101 205/50/15 with 90% tread - $350 for everything, delivered.

[danewilson77]

Here are the rest.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/50171a00.jpg

Wrapped in Dunlop Direzza DZ101 205/50/15 with 90% tread - $350 for everything, delivered.

Nice! What's the weed sprayer for?

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[johnrando]

Dane, you are right... got my splitters tonight, they fit nice but they are somehow 1/2 inch too long...

So are mine, so any ideas for a solution?

[jayjay_dee]

So are mine, so any ideas for a solution?

John, check MiniD's thread... the inner edge is somehow not parallel to the outer edge, making it look like there is no gap...

[Hermes]

Nice! What's the weed sprayer for?

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It just has water in it, just easier than pulling the hose around to there

[johnrando]

John, check MiniD's thread... the inner edge is somehow not parallel to the outer edge, making it look like there is no gap...

I've PMed him... he said it got his installed by a professional so there were no fitment issues. How are you fixing your gap?

EDIT: Just looked again at his thread and what you did.

[az3579]

Nice e30 is wheels... I got a set of those to go with my many bottlecaps. Basketweaves are an alltime classic.


http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c288/jhermes/2002/18fb21d8.jpg

Definitely not E30 wheels. I'd be inclined to think they are GTI wheels as well. E30's and older VW's interchange wheels a LOT. Heck, even Civics were known to rock Bottlecaps that came standard on the E30. :biggrin

[Hermes]

At least the ride will feel better for now compared to the 13x4 steelies on there now until real money is spent on wheels

[GMATT]

Had my new CSL reps installed along with new Kuhmo Ecstas. Can't believe the difference in handling. Running 8.5 squared with 235 40 18



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[HokieZHP]

As in better handling as opposed to the stock staggered setup?

They look good!

[GMATT]

As in better handling as opposed to the stock staggered setup?

They look good!

Yes.The handling feels neutral to me even though i went down in size on the rear

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[nike001]

Yes.The handling feels neutral to me even though i went down in size on the rear

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Yep, I feel the same when I go to my square'd winter set-up. Just a different feel that's definitely noticeable.. and hard to explain

[Nomar06]

Rack came in....

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy114/Nomar006/photobucket-22750-1335399909545.jpg

http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy114/Nomar006/photobucket-27487-1335399895073.jpg

[UdubBadger]

Took car to just tires to get wheels rebalanced (to insure it wasn't just a bad balancing machine). These wheels keep shuttering the steering wheel at 40+ mph and nobody can figure out why. Car drove fine on stock rims with winters on, spacers too. Any ideas of what too look at are appreciated. Guys say control arms look good btw.


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[Alex]

35% Ceramic tint

http://i.imgur.com/m8raK.jpg

[nike001]

Just got back from a tiring day of work/school. Got an alignment today too for my trip on sunday/monday and since I never got one from my suspension install ~1,000 miles ago.. I figured that it would be a good idea. $130 isn't that bad I guess. Usually they charge me $70 for it but today it was somehow $90 + camber bolts? Apparently the camber bolts are recommended being changed out every time you get an alignment because they've "been known to break" OK, sounds good enough to me.

[Oli77]

^ hmmmm, had mine done at the dealer last week. $160 and they did not replace parts.

[nike001]

^ hmmmm, had mine done at the dealer last week. $160 and they did not replace parts.
:dunno

[danewilson77]

Took car to just tires to get wheels rebalanced (to insure it wasn't just a bad balancing machine). These wheels keep shuttering the steering wheel at 40+ mph and nobody can figure out why. Car drove fine on stock rims with winters on, spacers too. Any ideas of what too look at are appreciated. Guys say control arms look good btw.


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Tie rods?

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[cakM3]

This
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3306.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3307.jpg

Started my detailing for the trip south :)


@ Alex, the tint looks great! :thumbsup

[danewilson77]

Wash, detail, wax.

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[kayger12]

New washer fluid pump and grommet.

Leak problem appears to be resolved.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

[Hornung418]

How did you find the installation level of difficulty?

That was my very first repair on this car 2 years ago...didn't know there was a grommet, so when I went to put the new unit in, I couldn't figure out how it fit. Fluid went everywhere. Finally compared the two and solved my issue :rofl

[kayger12]

How did you find the installation level of difficulty?

That was my very first repair on this car 2 years ago...didn't know there was a grommet, so when I went to put the new unit in, I couldn't figure out how it fit. Fluid went everywhere. Finally compared the two and solved my issue :rofl

Lol, yeah, I was laughing when I was removing the tank... wondering how many things you could possibly connect to a washer fluid reservoir.

It was pretty easy, though.

I took some pics with the intention of banging out a quick diy for those not normally comfortable doing stuff themselves.

It'll be up in a few hours.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

[danewilson77]

Just got back from a tiring day of work/school. Got an alignment today too for my trip on sunday/monday and since I never got one from my suspension install ~1,000 miles ago.. I figured that it would be a good idea. $130 isn't that bad I guess. Usually they charge me $70 for it but today it was somehow $90 + camber bolts? Apparently the camber bolts are recommended being changed out every time you get an alignment because they've "been known to break" OK, sounds good enough to me.

Has to be complete bullshit.... Unless they're talking about the camber bolts in the rear.


^ hmmmm, had mine done at the dealer last week. $160 and they did not replace parts.

Yeah...one was $152.00 incl tax.


This
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3306.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3307.jpg

Started my detailing for the trip south :)



Looks amazing Chuck.


Lol, yeah, I was laughing when I was removing the tank... wondering how many things you could possibly connect to a washer fluid reservoir.

It was pretty easy, though.

I took some pics with the intention of banging out a quick diy for those not normally comfortable doing stuff themselves.

It'll be up in a few hours.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

Good man. Thanks :keith

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[jayjay_dee]

oh well, i receive my Enco B146(Dynavin Clone) this afternoon and was so excited to install it...

First, i had to uninstall the Parrot Bluetooth kit I installed last summer, took me 30 mins.

Then, another 30 mins to put in the Dynavin clone.... After pressing the power button, nada....
blank screen, tried the reset button, no dice still, blank screen... Drove around my block to see
if it would do magic... same result, blank screen... but all this time, the backlight is on and nice...

I just wasted this whole afternoon for this non working Enco B146... I already IM'd Jolly thru Skype
but its already Saturday morning in China so I dont expect a response from her until monday there.

SUCKS!!! Very frustrated right now....

[HokieZHP]

Gave her a MUCH needed wash! Got some action with the sonax as a result of breaking in my new ceramic pads...

http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2003%20ZHP/IMG_2390.jpg

[kayger12]

oh well, i receive my Enco B146(Dynavin Clone) this afternoon and was so excited to install it...

First, i had to uninstall the Parrot Bluetooth kit I installed last summer, took me 30 mins.

Then, another 30 mins to put in the Dynavin clone.... After pressing the power button, nada....
blank screen, tried the reset button, no dice still, blank screen... Drove around my block to see
if it would do magic... same result, blank screen... but all this time, the backlight is on and nice...

I just wasted this whole afternoon for this non working Enco B146... I already IM'd Jolly thru Skype
but its already Saturday morning in China so I dont expect a response from her until monday there.

SUCKS!!! Very frustrated right now....

Ugh. Sucks. Sorry to hear.

[midlandtech]

Blew the cob webs out of it last night against a E36 328ci on NOS (ZHP drove around him btw) and found a garage to park it in during tonight's storms...


~Steve
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[carsontl]

Look who came home today! With updated grill/side markers/reflectors and door speakers!

Question: How can I absorb all the moisture in left headlight? Never happened before I took it into the shop...

http://i.imgur.com/LZblQ.jpg


http://i.imgur.com/AJail.jpg

[Johal E32]

^Might want to replace the sealing gasket that goes in between the headlight and headlight lens.

[kayger12]

^Might want to replace the sealing gasket that goes in between the headlight and headlight lens.

Coupe has sealed headlights. No gasket to replace.

Shouldn't be getting moisture from that unless the headlights were baked in the past and they didn't seal up properly.

I would take a look at the rubber boots at the back of the headlight assembly where the bulbs and harness are.

That might be your issue.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

[carsontl]

Now that you've said that, when he took the headlight off he didn't get a full clamp on the windshield fluid and it started leaking... I bet it got into the headlight somehow...

[carsontl]

http://i.imgur.com/H0Vtd.jpg

Tried to put my ///M dead pedal in today and discovered they aren't the same dimensions (notice the curve on the front of both and placement of the pedal itself)

So did I buy the wrong one? Or is this just not possible?

[UdubBadger]

Tie rods?

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If it is I don't see why this wouldn't have been an issue with the other stock 135 rims


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[cakM3]

http://i.imgur.com/H0Vtd.jpg

Tried to put my ///M dead pedal in today and discovered they aren't the same dimensions (notice the curve on the front of both and placement of the pedal itself)

So did I buy the wrong one? Or is this just not possible?

Tom, the one you bought is for sedan fitment. Since you have a coupe the arch is very different as you found out...

[carsontl]

Tom, the one you bought is for sedan fitment. Since you have a coupe the arch is very different as you found out...

bah damn, I guess I'm calling Mike Monday to get a swap...

[Hornung418]

Tried to put my ///M dead pedal in today and discovered they aren't the same dimensions (notice the curve on the front of both and placement of the pedal itself)

So did I buy the wrong one? Or is this just not possible?
You have a sedan Dead pedal. Just make sure you get an OEM ///M Pedal because they only came in Coupe/Vert.

EDIT: Slowpoke :(

[carsontl]

You have a sedan Dead pedal. Just make sure you get an OEM ///M Pedal because they only came in Coupe/Vert.

EDIT: Slowpoke :(

Wait, just to be sure... there IS a coupe ///M pedal right?

[Hornung418]

Yeah. It's what they use in the M3.

[cakM3]

Wait, just to be sure... there IS a coupe ///M pedal right?

Tom,

You can actually use the OEM ///M deadpedal in your coupe. They are exactly the same part.......just a heads up :)

[imola red zhp]

Inspected for a one drop leak of coolant ecery 500 miles looks like lower radiator hose at t-stst connection replace hose twice, I think its the t-stat

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[UdubBadger]

'twas the spacers but now I'm rubbing


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[CERF04ZHP]

7 fresh quarts, vacuum, wash. I f*@$+*g love my car.

3860

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[carsontl]

Lower grill and foglight mounts painted gloss black today

http://i.imgur.com/Ubrta.jpg

On the car:

http://i.imgur.com/wJVBA.jpg

Outside my house:

http://i.imgur.com/JLsRk.jpg

The gloss black really made the grill disappear again, the faded black stood out wayyyyy too much!

edit: also used an air compressor and got all the water out of the headlight! yay

[Ryans323i]

Looking good everyone. Channing, I know the feeling!

[Meric]

Is it really that easy to remove the bumper?

[carsontl]

Is it really that easy to remove the bumper?

10 total bolts if memory serves me right

[CERF04ZHP]

Looking good everyone. Channing, I know the feeling!

Right?!?! Every once in a while, usually after I've done a little maintenance or finished a little project, then clean it... I get in, look around, and think, "Damn... I love this thing!"

[Ryans323i]

Absolutely!

[carsontl]

glazing and sealing the car today, also iron-x'd the wheels and hit them all with a mr. clean eraser bar

Pics probably later, just taking a quick break before I get back to it lol

verdict:

iron-x: did a great job removing the contaminants from my car, it stinks like crazy though lol
erasing my wheels: got lots of scuffs and marks off the wheels and they look 10x better .................... but I went too hard and I think I started to get too far into the clear so if you do this don't buy the heavy duty erasers and GO EASY ON THE WHEELS

[danewilson77]

^Good work.

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[zhpnsnv]

Gonna wash to remove pollen later today. No need for QD as FMJ and 845 are fresh coats.

[cakM3]

7 fresh quarts, vacuum, wash. I f*@$+*g love my car.

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Channing.....I know what you are talking about :thumbsup

Car is looking sweet :)

[cakM3]

Right?!?! Every once in a while, usually after I've done a little maintenance or finished a little project, then clean it... I get in, look around, and think, "Damn... I love this thing!"

I do the same exact thing with both my bimmers....:wub

[Johnmadd]

Gave it a nice wash and can't stop looking at it. :)

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc407/johnmadd1979/2012-04-29_19-36-20_148.jpg

[nike001]

Drove her to NYC (well, kinda. Giants/Jets stadium for Eurofest) and back. No hiccups.

My friend has a ZHP as well, same as mine, but he has replica headers and a magnaflow exhaust after that. We messed around a bit and he can't get a steady pull on me. I usually jump on him around 4-5k but then as we get closer to redline he inches away from me. Not too shabby considering all i have is the BMW Performance intake.. but he has it as well.

Hopefully I can get a tune this summer

[carsontl]

I am finally done... 8 hours of work today, 8 hours yesterday lol... every thing aches.

I think I bought the wrong euro mirror... sedan again?

http://i.imgur.com/oXvZkl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Ot3CSl.jpg

16 hours of work produced this:

http://i.imgur.com/napJGl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/UQuYzl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/CdPjDl.jpg

[danewilson77]

Looks great Carson.

Instead of messing around with the parts, if you always select your car in realoem, and use the p/n's, it'll be accurate.

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[carsontl]

Looks great Carson.

Instead of messing around with the parts, if you always select your car in realoem, and use the p/n's, it'll be accurate.

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Haha thanks man, but call me Tom :)

so are the sedan mirrors smaller? i mean the gap was huge!

[danewilson77]

Ok. Sigs don't show up in TT, so I didn't see it.

[carsontl]

haha roger that Dane, so are sedan mirrors smaller than coupe mirrors?

[MiniD]

A nice wash and interior detail.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7057/6980433172_92a4d44941_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7254/6980433120_bd0682acd4_z.jpg

(I can't believe a new BB still takes such crap photos)

[Meric]

I'm 600 km away from home and just realized I forgot m wallet at home...

[danewilson77]

I'm 600 km away from home and just realized I forgot m wallet at home...

Oops.

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[Meric]

Thinking about buying this:

http://www.car-solution.de/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=116&category_id=29&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=53&lang=en

[cakM3]

Just placed an order for my Michelin Pilot Super Sports this morning...:)

[elric]

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/P1040868.jpg

Diff Fluid changed / Tranny fluid changed / new NGK spark plugs / new 6000K Xenon bulbs / washed / clayed / M105 / M205 / 3 coats of Zaino Z5 Pro .... done.

For today .... 3 more coats of Zaino Z2 Pro ... and then time to put her back together.

[Ryans323i]

Amazing work detailing guys. The Z's look proper!

[carsontl]

Amazing work detailing guys. The Z's look proper!

Thanks!

I ordered some DJ Blue Velvet (http://www.detailedimage.com/Dodo-Juice-M35/Blue-Velvet-Hard-wax-P241/30-ml-S2/) to start properly waxing my car with. (blue velvet for dark colors, banana armor for warm colors like Dane's)

I glazed and sealed the car with Black Diamond glaze/sealant

[Nivo]

Fitted, grind , cut front end for intercooler

[Ryans323i]

^^^Seriously! Oh my.

[echo46]

Just received my new piano black kidney grills. Now that I found and corrected the leaky injector it's time for some light mods.

[zhp43867]

Just placed an order for my Michelin Pilot Super Sports this morning...:)

You'll love them! Put them on my RCs a little bit ago.

[kayger12]

so are the sedan mirrors smaller? i mean the gap was huge!

Yes. Much smaller.

[zhpnsnv]

Pilot super sports are awesome.

Wheel washing from Sunday:

Ew:
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6937b0f-cbee-0df2.jpg

Do your thing green stuff, become purple stuff:
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6937b0f-cc46-dd7a.jpg

Still some work to do:
http://img.tapatalk.com/47bbf93a-ccfa-59af.jpg

Done:
http://img.tapatalk.com/47bbf93a-cd17-a483.jpg

[cakM3]

You'll love them! Put them on my RCs a little bit ago.

Derek,

I have them already....just replacing my damaged wheel from a darn nail I picked up a few weeks ago. I have to say that these tires are the best I have ever used so far :thumbsup

[jayjay_dee]

I have to say that these tires are the best I have ever used so far :thumbsup

Thats awesome Charlie... just a few weeks ago, i replaced my 2 rears with RE760, they are fine, but ive always wanted to replace all corners with Mich Pilot Super Sports, all reviews are positive...

[cakM3]

jayjay,

My ZHP will always have Michelin Pilot Super Sports on my Style 135s. I love the styling of these wheels and it only seems right to me to have the absolute best tires on them...:thumbsup

[webster]

just purchased the Dr. Color Chip road rash kit as well as the Quixx Scratch Remover kit from Bav Auto. gonna take care of the few paint chips and light body scratches i found while washing the other day. i guess the last couple road trips were not too kind to my ZHP's face. $80 w/ shipping for the two items...cheaper than a respray and/or detail.

[Deschodt]

I removed the non-zhp shift knob... That was not fun... It was stuck in place and I was really worried I was destroying the shifter itself pulling so hard... In the end, I dremeled the damn thing off ! Much better... As soon as the other car leaves the garage (clutch pedal went almost to the floor), I will swap it for the ZHP so that it can get its new water pump, coolant hoses and fuel filter (all preemptive). Nothing bad to report, she's a good one, and rides quite nicely on the Michelin Supersport. The only disappointment I have with the car is the linearity of the engine... It's too smooth, gotta do something to make it kick a little at some point on the rev band ;-)

[midlandtech]

Pilot super sports are awesome.

Wheel washing from Sunday:

Ew:
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6937b0f-cbee-0df2.jpg

Do your thing green stuff, become purple stuff:
http://img.tapatalk.com/a6937b0f-cc46-dd7a.jpg

Still some work to do:
http://img.tapatalk.com/47bbf93a-ccfa-59af.jpg

Done:
http://img.tapatalk.com/47bbf93a-cd17-a483.jpg

looks great I may add that tire rack has a close out sale on wheel cleaning kits:
http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/category.jsp?category=Car+Care+-+Tires+%26+Wheels

[webster]

The only disappointment I have with the car is the linearity of the engine... It's too smooth, gotta do something to make it kick a little at some point on the rev band ;-)

it's called a rev-match downshift

hehe jk FI ftw

[MrMaico]

just purchased the Dr. Color Chip road rash kit as well as the Quixx Scratch Remover kit from Bav Auto. gonna take care of the few paint chips and light body scratches i found while washing the other day. i guess the last couple road trips were not too kind to my ZHP's face. $80 w/ shipping for the two items...cheaper than a respray and/or detail.

I see 3M has a scratch repair kit they sell now. I'm tempted to give it a try but I really could use a complete polish/detail on the whole car. Just need to take the plunge and get a Porter Cable and pads and polishes etc. one of these days. Looks like this might work pretty good though.....

http://www.amazon.com/3M-39071-Scratch-Removal-System/dp/B003NS5NK8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335910481&sr=8-1

[SC4ME]

Finally did the CDV delete mod.

Was already doing an oil change and a fuel filter change, so decided it was finally time to get rid of this nagging nanny.

Now time to go see what I should have been driving all this time!


P.S. @ 120,000mi, that fuel filter sure did empty out some really black gas. Must have been past time!

[elric]

Finally got through with the last coat of Zaino (thats 6 in total) and put her back together ....

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1555.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1556.jpg

[Johnmadd]

Finally did the CDV delete mod.

Was already doing an oil change and a fuel filter change, so decided it was finally time to get rid of this nagging nanny.

Now time to go see what I should have been driving all this time!


P.S. @ 120,000mi, that fuel filter sure did empty out some really black gas. Must have been past time!

I need to do my filter. I noticed when doing the fuel pump the lines on the new assembly were clear and the old was black, don't know if it was just the color of them or black gas.

[cakM3]

Finally got through with the last coat of Zaino (thats 6 in total) and put her back together ....

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1555.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1556.jpg

Dang elric!!!!

Awesome job detailing your baby....:like

[llll1l1ll]

Yesterday, I washed my car, vacuumed it out and wiped down the interior plastic with a damp microfiber. Speaking of microfibers, I think I'll start using them to dry my car. I've always used a chamois, but I tried a microfiber out on the windows and it sucks the water right up. Has anyone ever used a California Water Blade?

[Ryans323i]

Finally got through with the last coat of Zaino (thats 6 in total) and put her back together ....

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1555.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee123/elrice36/Zippy_ZHP/IMG_1556.jpg

:drool Looks so good!

[elric]

Charlie / Ryan ..... thanks a lot. Am happy with outcome, it was the first time I had used M105/M205.

[danewilson77]

Yeah... Really looks great elric.

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[GMATT]

Raised coil over in rear 3/8 of a inch, no more rub. I will still roll the rears as i want to be safe rather than ..........;(

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[quikryptonite]

I replaced the valve cover gasket on my E30:

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x428/dcrider48/325is/ValveCoverGasketReplace.jpg

I also put on my new ZHP shift knob since my old one wasn't looking so hot:

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x428/dcrider48/BMW%20330i%20ZHP/ShiftKnob2.jpg

http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x428/dcrider48/BMW%20330i%20ZHP/ShiftKnob1.jpg

[danewilson77]

Looks perfect.

[Stu]

Redid my cooling system, so that's one less thing to do at the Mafia Meet :) That was a PAIN.

[cakM3]

Redid my cooling system, so that's one less thing to do at the Mafia Meet :) That was a PAIN.

Yeah, I'm planning to do the same prior to going down for the meet.....:)

[carsontl]

What did I do today? I finally made a crappy cut and paste signature! haha

[Stu]

Yeah, I'm planning to do the same prior to going down for the meet.....:)

http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg204/scaled.php?server=204&filename=img1108we.jpg&res=landing

WEAR. GLOVES. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD WEAR GLOVES AND A LONG SLEEVED SHIRT

[cakM3]

http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg204/scaled.php?server=204&filename=img1108we.jpg&res=landing

WEAR. GLOVES. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD WEAR GLOVES AND A LONG SLEEVED SHIRT

Awwwww! That's just the ZHP giving back some love :)

[webster]

oh he meant it was a pain...literally...lol


today i had my local indy shop tighten up my parking brake...now 5 clicks and that baby is tight as a virg....well you get the idea

[M0nk3y]

10w-60 Oil Change and 30mm Sway Bar Installed.

[danewilson77]

oh he meant it was a pain...literally...lol


today i had my local indy shop tighten up my parking brake...now 5 clicks and that baby is tight as a virg....well you get the idea

Lol.


10w-60 Oil Change and 30mm Sway Bar Installed.

Sweet!

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[Hermes]

I changed my oil too

[carsontl]

I changed my oil too

this last saturday me too lol

We're all synchronizing our oil periods...


....i'll let myself out.

[midlandtech]

washed and conditioned all leather surfaces

[cakM3]

I purchased new smoked LED side markers for my Imola :thumbsup

[Stu]

Still debating on whether to do my steering guibo or not...mainly due to money reasons ;)

If I do it, I'll probably just call the local Williamsburg BMW dealership and have them ship it directly there and pick it up on the way. Can't seem to find any good deals online for one.

[danewilson77]

Still debating on whether to do my steering guibo or not...mainly due to money reasons ;)

If I do it, I'll probably just call the local Williamsburg BMW dealership and have them ship it directly there and pick it up on the way. Can't seem to find any good deals online for one.

Lolwut?

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[Stu]

Lolwut?

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Call the dealership, tell them I need the part, then they ship it to the dealership with free shipping since the part is about the same price everywhere else as the dealer, and I pick it up on the way to the meet :)

[HokieZHP]

Still debating on whether to do my steering guibo or not..


Explain further if you would...



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[Stu]

I don't know if I want to replace my flexible steering coupling yet or not, cause it's $60 and isn't really a critical part to replace. It makes steering feel loose around the center after it wears out.

[danewilson77]

Call the dealership, tell them I need the part, then they ship it to the dealership with free shipping since the part is about the same price everywhere else as the dealer, and I pick it up on the way to the meet :)

OK. The Williamsburg BMW part threw me off.

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[Stu]

Yeah sorry bout that, I'm about waist-deep in code at work and just...have no thought process left. brain slowly starting to not..work...good. feeling tired...feeling...
http://cdn.planetminecraft.com/files/resource_media/screenshot/1211/derp_1724340.jpg

[johnrando]

Still debating on whether to do my steering guibo or not...mainly due to money reasons ;)

If I do it, I'll probably just call the local Williamsburg BMW dealership and have them ship it directly there and pick it up on the way. Can't seem to find any good deals online for one.

One of the e46f.c sponsors has those on sale now. I think it's Patrick at bmwpartssource.com or something close to that.

[Meric]

Going to pick up my radar detector. :headbang

[johnrando]

Going to pick up my radar detector. :headbang

What kind did you get?

[carsontl]

ooh is it a valentine one? Those things make me happy... you know... down there...

[az3579]

ooh is it a valentine one? Those things make me happy... you know... down there...

Doesn't take much, does it? :)


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[GMATT]

Took the zhp to watkins glen international for the next 3 days! Bmw club race ,open track and a little instructing!

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[carsontl]

Doesn't take much, does it? :)


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:rofl

[danewilson77]

Doesn't take much, does it? :)


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Nope. The wind just needs to blow....

[pfr]

Put in my Aux Input (getting ready for a road trip...)

Thanks Keith for the DIY!

- Peter

[kayger12]

Anytime, Peter. Where did you decide to mount the input?

[pfr]

Anytime, Peter. Where did you decide to mount the input?

Put it in the right corner of the sunglass box - looked like that side had more space behind for the extra cable.

[webster]

Took the zhp to watkins glen international for the next 3 days! Bmw club race ,open track and a little instructing!

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awesome, have a blast! get some pics too while yer out there...

[derbo]

Took the zhp to watkins glen international for the next 3 days! Bmw club race ,open track and a little instructing!

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Have fun and be sure to take lots of pictures!


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[az3579]

Took the zhp to watkins glen international for the next 3 days! Bmw club race ,open track and a little instructing!

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Nice! I'll be there in June for a 2-day school. :biggrin


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[midlandtech]

Griots wheel cleaner and sealant and a quick wax job


~Steve
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[midlandtech]

also signed up for BMW CCA "Flat Out" Classic Festival at Heartland Park Topeka.... hope I don't get addicted to this track day stuff

[NorCalZman]

There were rock chips galor on the front of my car. and my front bumper cover was scrapped and cracked from the PO. It is currently at the body shop having alot of work done to the front end to make her all pretty (swimsuit weather is right around the corner ya know...). Also having a few door dings removed, etc etc etc. Dont ask me how much its costing.....

[Stu]

Got my new BimmerBrakes rotors today :fistpump

I'm all set for the Mafia Meet. Now, the waiting game begins...

[M0nk3y]

RS3s mounted to start and break them in for Sunday

http://img.tapatalk.com/aee7437b-5ba7-6e00.jpg

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[Hermes]

I wanna know how they are, I need to buy tires real soon and was thinking those

[Johnmadd]

RS3s mounted to start and break them in for Sunday

http://img.tapatalk.com/aee7437b-5ba7-6e00.jpg

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Your car looks sick Kyle...just saying.

[carsontl]

Your car looks sick Kyle...just saying.

shur is purdy

[cakM3]

damn Kyle! Looks sick :drool

[imola red zhp]

Installed drivers window regulator in wife's X5....

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[M0nk3y]

I wanna know how they are, I need to buy tires real soon and was thinking those

First impressions are crazy. They are literally picking up every single rock and stone on the road and throwing it into my wheel well. They are sticky icky.

I'm very excited for Sunday, I'll be sure to let you know how I like them.


Your car looks sick Kyle...just saying.


shur is purdy


damn Kyle! Looks sick :drool

Thanks guys! :)

[kayger12]

Put it in the right corner of the sunglass box - looked like that side had more space behind for the extra cable.

Good deal.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

[kayger12]

RS3s mounted to start and break them in for Sunday

http://img.tapatalk.com/aee7437b-5ba7-6e00.jpg

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Gonna be like a slot car.

Have a blast, man.

I wish this was sent with a Galaxy S3

[Washburn]

Finally got to program the HomeLink module i installed a few weeks ago...
Works pretty well...nice to have a pricey dealer option for the cost of just $65 and DIY labor :)

[toddness]

Had time for a little rinse and a couple pictures (just learning)....39073908

[Ryans323i]

Nice asses!

[otisdog]

Has anyone ever used a California Water Blade?

Swear by them...takes about 1/3 the time to dry the car.

[danewilson77]

Todd, cars look perfect. A little rinse....pfffft

[toddness]

Thank you, though they are far from perfect, actually both need a deep clean before I show any more.

These were just the tramp stamp shots to distract everybody. Hope to get them cleaned up right and take some decent pictures. Took the 2002 out under the sunset, thought I had some great shots only to realize I overexposed and they were basically worthless. Lesson learned.

You all are great motivation.

[cakM3]

Helped BP tint his corner and tail lights, completed my Sirius satellite radio install and had this awesome Apple pie :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-5c49-eb13.jpg

[Stu]

Swear by them...takes about 1/3 the time to dry the car.

Definitely going to buy one now.

[kayger12]

Helped BP tint his corner and tail lights, completed my Sirius satellite radio install and had this awesome Apple pie :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-5c49-eb13.jpg

My GAWD, that looks awesome.

[danewilson77]

o-^:shifty^-o

[M0nk3y]

Swear by them...takes about 1/3 the time to dry the car.

Ehhhh. I'll explain below


Helped BP tint his corner and tail lights, completed my Sirius satellite radio install and had this awesome Apple pie :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-5c49-eb13.jpg

OMG....:drool:


Definitely going to buy one now.

I'd hold off. If your car hasn't been clayed DIRECTLY before the wash, taking the blade and dragging across the paint will scratch the CC. If you take a hose, and lightly rising the car from the top/down you will create a sheeting effect and reduce drying time

[328ioc]

Angel eyes finally in. New fogs going in a little later when it its 100 degrees out.



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[danewilson77]

Looks good...........

[carsontl]

darn you pre-facelift guys and your easy to do angel eyes haha

[danewilson77]

It's not a pre-facelift thing...it's a sedan thing mostly.

[328ioc]

It's not a pre-facelift thing...it's a sedan thing mostly.

+1

Also just got my fogs in..... looks like I might need to start a project thread soon.

http://img.tapatalk.com/a6f84ca7-af8c-acf5.jpg

[ryankokesh]

Fixed its awful paint... I managed to actually not get rid of every swirl, but it still looks 100% better.

[az3579]

Today, Wobbie received the rest of her silver cube trim. The trim swap is now complete!

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/11005d1c.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Interior/c805e89f.jpg


Also, tinted the clear corners that I ordered and installed on the car. Looks a million times better, IMO. Not too dark, like it was before, but not too bright like the tails were before.

Before:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/bf8d43d9.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/2c712c6c.jpg



After:

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/e2716c87.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/7f50fba9.jpg




Mega props to Charlie with his badazz skills in applying Lamin-X!

[cakM3]

Yep! Everything turned out great for Wobbie :thumbsup

Looks great :)

TT + iPad

[Johnmadd]

Looks great Botond.

[static667]

Washed, Iron.Xed, and a coat of Griot's One Step Sealant. Next weekend will be a wash and a coat of Mcguire's Ultimate Paste synthetic wax followed by a coat of Mcguire's Gold carnuba wax, if I'm feeling froggy. I could really use some paint correction...I just don't have the money for it.


+1

Also just got my fogs in..... looks like I might need to start a project thread soon.

http://img.tapatalk.com/a6f84ca7-af8c-acf5.jpg

Two fog lights FTW!

[Ryans323i]

Cars are looking great guys. So much beautiful Imola on this page.

And that pie is just wrong! nono

[cakM3]

Ryan,

I put out that delicious apple pie because I knew you would make a comment on it :p

[az3579]

Ryan, if it makes you feel any better...


It tasted soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! :biggrin

I know, I'm such a (insert expletive here).


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[328ioc]

Two fog lights FTW!

HAAHA thanks buddy. Hope the rest of your vacation was fun!

[zhpnsnv]

Ehhhh. I'll explain below




I'd hold off. If your car hasn't been clayed DIRECTLY before the wash, taking the blade and dragging across the paint will scratch the CC. If you take a hose, and lightly rising the car from the top/down you will create a sheeting effect and reduce drying time

+1 water blade is a potential device of massive paint destruction if conditions aren't perfect for its use. I used to use it on my mini but found big fat waffle weave micro fibers to be effective and gentle without the risk.

[brettbimmer]

BP! Wobbie's silver cubes look great!

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[brettbimmer]

also signed up for BMW CCA "Flat Out" Classic Festival at Heartland Park Topeka.... hope I don't get addicted to this track day stuff

Haha, better start saving now for the next school! They are very addicting.

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[HokieZHP]

BP, what shifter do you have? It looks like it's thrown pretty far back in the pic of your trim.

[zhpnsnv]

Looks like a ZHP knob in second gear to me.

[HokieZHP]

I meant like which shift kit if he had installed a SSK. It may be the angle of the pic but it looks like his shifter is at more of an angle than mine ever is.

[HokieZHP]

First impressions are crazy. They are literally picking up every single rock and stone on the road and throwing it into my wheel well. They are sticky icky.

I'm very excited for Sunday, I'll be sure to let you know how I like them.

Thanks guys! :)

Yeah 140 treadwear rating! They're like pencil erasers! I'm interested to see how they do as well.

[CERF04ZHP]

3913

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[cakM3]

I finished detailing Wobbie this afternoon with BP's help. It was a great day for Wobbie! :)


IPhone pics...
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3372.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3374.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3380.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3377.jpg

Close up pic of the tinted RCRs
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3382.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3385.jpg

Wobbie's interior silver cube trim
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/IMG_3387.jpg

TT + iPhone4

[danewilson77]

Looking good.

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[cakM3]

Thank you sir :) !

[az3579]

I also installed a front license plate protector courtesy of Charlie. Interior has been fully cleaned; all alcantara treated with Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Destroyed two of those suckers in the process, but the seats look almost brand new! Full interior vacuum ensued. Interior is looking SHARP, but not nearly as sharp as that beautifully deep exterior shine produced by none other than CK.


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[nike001]

^^What are those holes on the bottoms of Wobbie's front bumper? Previous splitters?

Also, what did you use to tint your lights?

[webster]

that last pic reminds me how much i love the textured fabric on the doors of alcantara optioned ZHPs...:drool

[Ryans323i]

Charlie that last pic of BP's interior is money. The car overall looks great! Good werk guys!

[johnrando]

+1. And that silver cube is poppin!

[cakM3]

Thanks Ryan and John. When I saw that silver cube, I had to take that shot....looked so hawt :drool

[Ryans323i]

Just saw these posts.


Ryan,

I put out that delicious apple pie because I knew you would make a comment on it :p


Ryan, if it makes you feel any better...


It tasted soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! :biggrin

I know, I'm such a (insert expletive here).


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:slap

:rofl

[otisdog]

[QUOTE=M0nk3y;174632]

I'd hold off. If your car hasn't been clayed DIRECTLY before the wash, taking the blade and dragging across the paint will scratch the CC. [QUOTE]

Not my experience at all...the wax provides the protection.

[cakM3]

Just saw these posts.




:slap

:rofl

:biggrin

[cakM3]

Installed these today :)

http://img.tapatalk.com/60ee37db-4115-dbf5.jpg

[danewilson77]

Ahhh.... Led sidemarkers.

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[carsontl]

Installed driver side euro mirror.

Installed m dead pedal in beige

Replaced hk speaker in driver door panel ( and managed to disconnect the lock indicator but got it hooked back up ) see note 1:

Fixed blinking auto headlight status light


note 1: i tore the foam cover that's sealed around the edges with black gooey stuff (in between door and door panel)... is that terribly important to keep sealed? Should I order a replacement one?

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[johnrando]

Recent minor upgrades, iPod 2.5 spec dock, new phone holder, new rear cupholder, switched back to full H&R Touring Cup Kit. Pictures in my project thread here:

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?4241-Jet-Black-ZHP-quot-Mini-quot-Mod-A-Palooza&p=175125#post175125

[Newjack]

Ahhh.... Led sidemarkers.

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I love mine. I love how they stay on forever too.



Gave my baby some 40% llumar ctx ceramic tints today. My phone sucks at pictures but you get the idea. Perfect level of darkness. I just hope all the streaking and film goes away around the dot matrix. Either way I have a lifetime warranty, and the tint shop seems pretty reputable. When my tints finally dry in a week or so, I will go ahead and write a review.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45065965/Car/0507121453.jpg

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45065965/Car/0507121453a.jpg

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45065965/Car/0507121454.jpg

[cakM3]

Rob,

Tint looks great :thumbsup

[static667]

I want tint....but I'm poor. :'(

[carsontl]

i'm gonna be poor at the rate i'm upgrading my car lol..

[ryankokesh]

I love mine. I love how they stay on forever too.


What do you mean they stay on forever?

[danewilson77]

What do you mean they stay on forever?

They stay lit... For hours after turning car off.

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[az3579]

^^What are those holes on the bottoms of Wobbie's front bumper? Previous splitters?

Also, what did you use to tint your lights?

The holes were from splitters the PO had on there.
I used Lamin-X "Tint" shade to tint them. They have multiple levels of tint; this was the lightest shade.


What do you mean they stay on forever?

Well, it's not hours like Dane says, but they definitely stay on for a few minutes, in a dimmed state, after locking your car.






Today, I fixed my SES light that came on for the 2nd time since the start of this past weekend. Turns out, I need a new gas cap. I tightened it a little more and bam, problem gone.

[danewilson77]

Mine stay on for hours, like Dane says.

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[nike001]

The holes were from splitters the PO had on there.
I used Lamin-X "Tint" shade to tint them. They have multiple levels of tint; this was the lightest shade.



I've thought about doing that as well.. but I heard that the tint has too much of a blue tint instead of a 'smoked' look. I've always thunked that it would go well with my silver grey

[az3579]

Mine stay on for hours, like Dane says.

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Youz gots some weird ones then, man. :p
Where'd you buy yours from?


I've thought about doing that as well.. but I heard that the tint has too much of a blue tint instead of a 'smoked' look. I've always thunked that it would go well with my silver grey

That was my initial impression; it looks kinda blue when you first look at it. Then, the more you look at it, the rears look smoked. The fronts have a very slight bluish tint to them, but that really is just a tinted clear. It's that "midway" point between smoked and standard clear. It looks friggin' awesome, though, IMO.

If you want, I'll take some more detail pics Wednesday, hopefully when it's not raining out. :shifty

[webster]

managed to find the strength to get the ZHP to the self-car wash. ran into a TiAG ZHP saloon who happened to be there at the same time! i was gonna go over to introduce myself right when he hopped in the car and drove off. we did exchange glances and waves, nods of ZHP approval heh.

car looks great. gave it a good hand dry (pretty tiring in my condition) as well as tried out the Quixx scratch remover. just tried it on one decent length, but superficial scratch. it seemed to do okay. will try it out more on the rest of the surfaces scratches i've found and report back in more detail...also looking forward to the Dr Color Chip kit arriving tomorrow...

[nike001]

That was my initial impression; it looks kinda blue when you first look at it. Then, the more you look at it, the rears look smoked. The fronts have a very slight bluish tint to them, but that really is just a tinted clear. It's that "midway" point between smoked and standard clear. It looks friggin' awesome, though, IMO.

If you want, I'll take some more detail pics Wednesday, hopefully when it's not raining out. :shifty

That'd be cool!

[Pip]

Installed driver side euro mirror.

Installed m dead pedal in beige

Replaced hk speaker in driver door panel ( and managed to disconnect the lock indicator but got it hooked back up ) see note 1:

Fixed blinking auto headlight status light


note 1: i tore the foam cover that's sealed around the edges with black gooey stuff (in between door and door panel)... is that terribly important to keep sealed? Should I order a replacement one?

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Where'd you tear the vapor barrier? It is important but depends where. The vapor barrier when not sealed correctly after taking it apart can cause water to enter the vehicle on the floor board. I didn't seal mine correctly when doing the regulators and found out on the first rain. You can check by letting a hose drench your window while closed of course and check for water coming through.


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[Newjack]

Where'd you tear the vapor barrier? It is important but depends where. The vapor barrier when not sealed correctly after taking it apart can cause water to enter the vehicle on the floor board. I didn't seal mine correctly when doing the regulators and found out on the first rain. You can check by letting a hose drench your window while closed of course and check for water coming through.


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+1

I think you can just reseal it using caulk or something. There are DIY's out there.