New ZHP in Seattle

[cparker]

New here. Just bought a ZHP a couple days ago, it's my first BMW. So far I really like it, it needs a few things repaired but otherwise it's in very good condition. I look forward to learning from all you guys.

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[kayger12]

Stunning.

Absolutely gorgeous AW.

Welcome to the Family.

[danewilson77]

Yum.

Can't do much better that AW. What are your plans? (Besides learning from us...lol)

Welcome to the Mafia.

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[mimalmo]

Welcome!

[GMATT]

Freaking awesome car....best of luck!

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

Great car. Any plans to put the stock 135 wheels on it? Or it will stay as is? Looks great regardless.

Welcome to the ZHPMafia.com forum.

[Washburn]

cool - another AW... :)
what's with all the stickers, though? just curious...

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Wash, you're looking at the car when it was at the dealer. The dealer put all of those on. Price, details, and other promotional items.

[M3TA5IN]

Welcome Sir.

[Washburn]

Wash, you're looking at the car when it was at the dealer. The dealer put all of those on. Price, details, and other promotional items.
oops - i am slow today (off from work)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I figured you were looking at the pictures on a cell phone, which made it difficult to tell where the car was located.

[spencers]

Alpine coupes rock

[cparker]

Thanks guys. My plans are pretty basic at this point. The car needs a few minor cosmetic and mechanical issues addressed, once I get passed that I'll probably start to tinker with it. The HP is fairly meager in stock trim, so I forsee HP mods at some point.

Marcus, At this point I have no plans of changing the wheels. Why do you ask?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Just curious to see if you were going to bring the car back to stock. I know you bought the car with the aftermarket wheels. One of the things that makes the ZHP stand out is the stock wheels (IMO).

[cparker]

I know very little about BMW's besides what I've learned in the last day or so on google and a couple enthusiast forums. I'll have to google an image of the stock wheels, I don't know what they look like. The current wheels are 20", they look great but they're a bit large and heavy.

[danewilson77]

Just curious to see if you were going to bring the car back to stock. I know you bought the car with the aftermarket wheels. One of the things that makes the ZHP stand out is the stock wheels (IMO).

Boss....those wheels aren't special.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Here is a picture of my car with the stock wheels:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v125/marcussandiego/MarkTandemShots042.jpg

Definitely check out this thread, too: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1789-Frequently-Asked-Questions-%28FAQ%29-About-the-BMW-E46-330-ZHP-Performance-Package-Option

[cparker]

One of my main goals right now is to find the best way to hook up my iPod to the factory system. I've done some research and found that there are a couple options but I'm having a hard time determining which is best.

I searched back throught this forum and e46 fanatics and found some great tips and DIY's. I do all my own work. I ordered a Bentley service manual, I downloaded the owner's manual (the car did not have one) and I've already fixed a few small common issues thanks to all the information on these boards.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Sounds like you have things in order. Welcome to the site, amigo.

Hope to see you often.

[cparker]

Here is a picture of my car with the stock wheels:

Definitely check out this thread, too: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1789-Frequently-Asked-Questions-%28FAQ%29-About-the-BMW-E46-330-ZHP-Performance-Package-Option

Those are nice wheels. Thanks.

[bcleaver]

Nice looking ride. Really dig the aspen white

[johnrando]

Welcome. Great car! I was wondering about the stock wheels as well (but I do like yours). Probably the original owner sold them when he got the aftermarkets if you bought it from a dealer.

[GSEN820]

Damn that looks good. I love AW

[static667]

Nice car. I love alpine white.

Welcome to the Mafia.

[midlandtech]

SPIFFY!!:applause2

good to see I am not the only NOOB

[johnnyrad]

Here is a picture of my car with the stock wheels:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v125/marcussandiego/MarkTandemShots042.jpg

Definitely check out this thread, too: http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?1789-Frequently-Asked-Questions-%28FAQ%29-About-the-BMW-E46-330-ZHP-Performance-Package-Option

Those rims never get old to look at! Specially if your a stock lover like me.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Those are nice wheels. Thanks.

You are welcome.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

SPIFFY!!:applause2

good to see I am not the only NOOB

Steve, no worries there. We're all new -- including me. We are now in our 8th month of operation.

[midlandtech]

I feel dwarfed by the amount of knowledge about BMW's that you guys all have though... atleast I have the search funtion ;)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

You'll know a ton in no time. Our members share their knowledge freely. I'm humbled by them daily.

[danewilson77]

I feel dwarfed by the amount of knowledge about BMW's that you guys all have though... atleast I have the search funtion ;)

I'm just glad you're on my team MLT. UFC right? Yeah...you're on my team...hehe.

Blood in, blood out.

[midlandtech]

:guns2 Blood in blood out for sure... UFC for the win

[danewilson77]

:guns2 Blood in blood out for sure... UFC for the win

Ok...just wanted to verify....so now I can start talking smack...hehe.

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[johnrando]

I feel dwarfed by the amount of knowledge about BMW's that you guys all have though... atleast I have the search funtion ;)

We use "family search" here. :-)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

Very true, John. Good point.

[billschusteriv]

One of my main goals right now is to find the best way to hook up my iPod to the factory system. I've done some research and found that there are a couple options but I'm having a hard time determining which is best.

I searched back throught this forum and e46 fanatics and found some great tips and DIY's. I do all my own work. I ordered a Bentley service manual, I downloaded the owner's manual (the car did not have one) and I've already fixed a few small common issues thanks to all the information on these boards.

Hello and welcome!

Glad to hear we have another wrench turner in the crowd. If you have time, feel free to jump in and create threads on your mods, upgrades, or fixes.

Feel free to start a thread in the ICE (integrated car electronics) subforum and ask about the connecting your ipod. I don't have this done yet. I've seen threads on the factory retrofit and the DICE kit. Some kits allow for control of the ipod and others do not. We have a few of these threads here and there are some on E46fanatics and some on bimmerforums. Most guys that have done the install can walk you thru it and tell you what and where they found it.

[johnrando]

I use the DICE kit and it works fine with my steering controls. I've heard mixed reviews about DICE reliability but mine works fine. Once in awhile I have to reboot it but that's no big deal. Others choose USA-Spec and like that. John

[cparker]

I must say, you guys have been EXTREMELY helpful. I'm continually shocked by how quickly and politely members respond to my questions. I'm glad I joined this forum, thanks again guys.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

You are welcome. We have an active forum here. From day one, we have made sure that we respond, though, with professionalism and courtesy. We're all sick of those other forums, where members abuse each other (and forum administrators do nothing about it).

We pride ourselves on being helpful, friendly, and professional. If those are the attributes you appreciate, you've come to the right place, pal.

We're glad you joined.

[danewilson77]

I must say, you guys have been EXTREMELY helpful. I'm continually shocked by how quickly and politely members respond to my questions. I'm glad I joined this forum, thanks again guys.

It's called "Family Search" :)

[johnrando]

We use "family search" here. :-)

Great minds think alike!

[danewilson77]

We use "family search" here. :-)


It's called "Family Search" :)


Great minds think alike!

Yes sir.....I had forgotten you mentioned this already. Oh well....nothing wrong with saying that more than once.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

^^ is really liking the love here.

[midlandtech]

lol group hug
PS :threadjack

[Marcus-SanDiego]

:grouphug

[midlandtech]

:grouphug

lol

[johnrando]

Love the group hug emoticon!

[SoarinZHP]

Hahahaha.

[cparker]

I'm thinking about debadging the chrome 330ci emblem on the back and finding a non-chrome replacement grill. What do you guys think about that? Also maybe smoked tails.

[danewilson77]

I think.....dhu eeeeeeeeet!

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[kayger12]

Getting up the courage to go debadge this morning-- I say do it.

[danewilson77]

Getting up the courage to go debadge this morning-- I say do it.

KG....dhu eeet. Hurry. Don't think about it...just dhu eeeet. Dhuuuu eeeet.

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[kayger12]

I will do it today. I am committed. My avatar will be the only sign that it ever existed...

[cparker]

Good option?

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46/exterior/e46-black-grill.html

[danewilson77]

Good option?

http://www.khoalty.com/bmw-e46/exterior/e46-black-grill.html

Yes. Dhu eeeeet.

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[cparker]

Yes. Dhu eeeeet.

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Dhu'en eeet!

Any other cosmetic mods you guys think it needs?

[danewilson77]

Dhu'en eeet!

Any other cosmetic mods you guys think it needs?

Lol....wow....ummmmmm....

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[Marcus-SanDiego]

I don't think the ZHP needs many cosmetic mods. Looks pretty good right out of the box.

[danewilson77]

I don't think the ZHP needs many cosmetic mods. Looks pretty good right out of the box.

Agree....but....umm.....

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[cparker]

I think replacing the grill and debadging is a pretty good start. I've browsed the forums and websites such as khoalty and I haven't really found anything else. I like to keep it clean.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I agree. Good start. I left the badge on mine. I did replace the grill -- though I am getting ready to replace it again with a gloss black grill (that matches our B pillar gloss black).

[cparker]

I'm also considering blacking out the 330ci badge. Has anyone ever marketed a "ZHP" badge?

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I think Bimmian has those.

[cparker]

Yep, found them at Bimmian, wish they had black though. They have the standard badges in black but it looks like they don't have the custom badges in black.

[kayger12]

I'm also considering blacking out the 330ci badge. Has anyone ever marketed a "ZHP" badge?

Bought the letters about 3 months ago. Will eye them up after I debadge later today.

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[danewilson77]

I agree. Good start. I left the badge on mine. I did replace the grill -- though I am getting ready to replace it again with a gloss black grill (that matches our B pillar gloss black).

I may dhu the same. Sounds like a great idea, and makes a ton of sense for the zhp.

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[ZHP-FTW]

First of all, welcome the the Family. Now, I have the exact same car as you and I will say that debadging and blacking out the grills looks saweet! Second, if you are anal about fixing things like me, I would say look into a vanos seal/repair kit. If it ain't noisy now, it will be eventually. As for the actual seals, it has been documented by Beisan that the seals only last for 20-30k miles. After that, enjoy power modding! Look at my sig for ideas. Nice looking car!

[johnrando]

Bought the letters about 3 months ago. Will eye them up after I debadge later today.

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Keith, I bought the letters as well. They are on back order. Let's make this one happen!

[johnrando]

I may dhu the same. Sounds like a great idea, and makes a ton of sense for the zhp.

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Remember folks, WWDWD? What would DW do? He would du-eett. You are cracking me up Dane!

[danewilson77]

I'm a crack up.

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[GMATT]

I'm a crack up.

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[cparker]

I agree. Good start. I left the badge on mine. I did replace the grill -- though I am getting ready to replace it again with a gloss black grill (that matches our B pillar gloss black).

I'm glad you brought this up. I looked at my car, and based on the fact that all the black is gloss black, it's only fitting that I have a gloss black grill.

[cparker]

First of all, welcome the the Family. Now, I have the exact same car as you and I will say that debadging and blacking out the grills looks saweet! Second, if you are anal about fixing things like me, I would say look into a vanos seal/repair kit. If it ain't noisy now, it will be eventually. As for the actual seals, it has been documented by Beisan that the seals only last for 20-30k miles. After that, enjoy power modding! Look at my sig for ideas. Nice looking car!

Thank you, I've already ordered the repair kit. Where in the PNW are you? I'm a half hour east of Seattle.

[Mtnman]

Welcome. This is the longest welcome thread ever!

[johnrando]

lol, was just thinking that. And, I've just made it longer! :-)

[Marcus-SanDiego]

It's not the longest yet. Terry's thread is still the longest.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?9-New-Members&sort=replycount&order=desc

[zhpnsnv]

I'm thinking the gloss black grille is going to happen for me, too. But I just got this flat black one, so it'll be a while.

[cparker]

I ordered the gloss black grill with matte black bars from Bimmian along with a "ZHP" badge to replace my 330ci badge, and smoked film for my tail lights.

[danewilson77]

I ordered the gloss black grill with matte black bars from Bimmian along with a "ZHP" badge to replace my 330ci badge, and smoked film for my tail lights.

Mmm...sounds tasty.

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[Cadeez]

Welcome to the family fellow PNW'er. Beautiful car, AW is so clean... I'd like to see pics of the ZHP badge when you get it on.

Shadow badge FTW
http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo184/jcadell/330iemblemblack.jpg

[Washburn]

ZHP badge ? hmmm....i was wondering if it can "logically" replaced the 330Ci badge... which designates an actual model, and there was no such model called ZHP... it's only an option code...
IDK - i might be overthinking this...

[danewilson77]

Ok...so put ZHP Ci on it :)

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[cparker]

Ok...so put ZHP Ci on it :)

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:rofl

[Washburn]

LOL that's just silly :biggrin

[danewilson77]

LOL that's just silly :biggrin

Yup..;o)

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[cparker]

Well guys, I've made a lot of progress so far. Replaced all my filters, removed the CDV, rebuilt the vanos, installed a USA-Spec iPod adapter, and made several cosmetic upgrades/fixes. The only thing left is to address my suspension.

Thanks for all the help and info.

PS: I stopped by another site to get additional input on my bottoming-out issue and instead of the guys helping me they chastised me for the wheels that are on my car (which were on it when I bought it). I'm glad I joined this site.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

PS: I stopped by another site to get additional input on my bottoming-out issue and instead of the guys helping me they chastised me for the wheels that are on my car (which were on it when I bought it). I'm glad I joined this site.

Haha. Why am I not surprised? Haters will hate. You're at home here, though. Glad to have you.

[johnrando]

Well guys, I've made a lot of progress so far. Replaced all my filters, removed the CDV, rebuilt the vanos, installed a USA-Spec iPod adapter, and made several cosmetic upgrades/fixes. The only thing left is to address my suspension.

Thanks for all the help and info.

PS: I stopped by another site to get additional input on my bottoming-out issue and instead of the guys helping me they chastised me for the wheels that are on my car (which were on it when I bought it). I'm glad I joined this site.

Seriously? :facepalm You certainly won't find that here. BTW, I like your wheels, what kind are they?

[danewilson77]

Seriously? :facepalm You certainly won't find that here. BTW, I like your wheels, what kind are they?

Yeah.....and I like your bottoming out issue as well.....

[cparker]

Seriously? :facepalm You certainly won't find that here. BTW, I like your wheels, what kind are they?

They are Zenneti Mystics.