Charlie's ///M Project Thread

[johnrando]

Oh man, this will be sweet.

[Ryans323i]

Great picture!

So when are we having the "trunk rattl'n" competition? lol

[Tnhl1989]

Turn up your stereo Ry and your whole trunk would be detailed in no time with all the supplies in there :)

[cakM3]

Speakers installed for the most part.....at least inside the cockpit :)

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Kyle is about to perform audio surgery in my trunk....when finished should be awesome ;)

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[Ryans323i]

Lookn good!

[Hermes]

I have enslaved Kyle into doing the install so he's wearing inmate orange ;)

hahahaha

looks like lots of fun!

[UdubBadger]

Speakers installed for the most part.....at least inside the cockpit :)

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Kyle is about to perform audio surgery in my trunk....when finished should be awesome ;)

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:rofl


Dude we are twins, I woke up at 6am and did the same thing today!

[cakM3]

Seth, saw what you did in your projects thread....lookin' good so far! :thumbsup

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[UdubBadger]

Thanks you too man! What are the specs?


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[cakM3]

Running 300w 4ohm on all my cabin speakers (Rockford Fosgate)

700w 2ohm (MB Quart amp) on my Alpine subwoofer

Got the install complete.....finally but Kyle did a professional job
:chuck

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[UdubBadger]

Baller. Which Fosgate speaker sets are they?

[cakM3]

Rockford Fosgate T16-S Seth. Kyle did such an awesome job installing my stereo upgrade, I gave him the keys to the ///M and let him drive it.


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[2kBMW3Series]

Awesome! The car keeps getting better and better. :grooving

[cakM3]

Awesome! The car keeps getting better and better. :grooving

Thanks! There's always a project going on regarding the ///M :)

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[Hornung418]

Uh Oh!!! Now Kyle is going to want to swap an S54 next!

Great updates, Charlie. Glad to see everything coming together as you first envisioned it. Sad I'm not gonna see it this year :(

[UdubBadger]

Rockford Fosgaye T16-S Seth. Kyle did such an awesome job installing my stereo upgrade, I gave him the keys to the ///M and let him drive it.


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Ah very nice.


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[cakM3]

Uh Oh!!! Now Kyle is going to want to swap an S54 next!

Great updates, Charlie. Glad to see everything coming together as you first envisioned it. Sad I'm not gonna see it this year :(

Horny, I'll be in the Manassas VA area all next week. Perhaps we can meet up sometime during the next week? PM me if you want to :thumbsup

as for the ///M.... yeah one project at a time....I still have BMW Performance seats, StopTech BBKs, and an ESS VT-550 SC kit to install before I will say I'm complete with my ///M.....this will take many years to accomplish (VT-550) though....

Then there's the clutch update and exhausts to address, so there's lots of work to do still ;)

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[static667]

Rockford Fosgaye T16-S Seth. Kyle did such an awesome job installing my stereo upgrade, I gave him the keys to the ///M and let him drive it.


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Jeez...sorry it took me so long...

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[cakM3]

Kyle's mom came out to the car this evening telling us my new stereo was shaking the walls in her house. We were parked in the driveway 40 feet away from the house! ROCK ON my brothers and sisters!!! :cool

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[Johnmadd]

Kyle's mom came out to the car this evening telling us my new stereo was shaking her walls in the house. We were parked in the driveway 40 feet away from the house! ROCK ON my brothers and sisters!!! :cool

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Yes!!! We will need a battery tender for you tomorrow night!

[Torxuvin]

Kyle's mom came out to the car this evening telling us my new stereo was shaking her walls in the house. We were parked in the driveway 40 feet away from the house! ROCK ON my brothers and sisters!!! :cool

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Sweet. Can't wait to hear it tomorrow. I may do some drooling. I've really really missed my TiAg m3...

[cakM3]

No battery tender needed, I was parked in neutral with the car running when Kyle was going through my stereo set up. I know better than running my stereo without the car running :) I have to admit that the audio is so clear now without any distortion at high volumes. The stock HK setup, as good as it was, clearly lacked compared to my new setup. I can never thank Kyle enough for taking the time to set my ///M up the week before the reunion meet. I had an awesome time getting to know his family and look forward to my upcoming project which will take me back to Corollo again ;)

[cakM3]

Awesome! The car keeps getting better and better. :grooving

Wait till you hear this in person :cool

[cakM3]

Arrived at the reunion meet and got to showcase Kyle's awesome stereo upgrade install. I have to say....I'm still impressed by his work!!! Later this year I will be driving my ZHP down to do the same thing but it will be different ;)

A lot of people were able to check out my "upgraded" stereo in person...they can add their comments :)

[brettbimmer]

Arrived at the reunion meet and got to showcase Kyle's awesome stereo upgrade install. I have to say....I'm still impressed by his work!!! Later this year I will be driving my ZHP down to do the same thing but it will be different ;)

A lot of people were able to check out my "upgraded" stereo in person...they can add their comments :)

It sounds fantastic! Depth and clarity along with rich base tones. Excellent work Kyle, Charlie, and all involved in the stereo build.

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[cakM3]

It sounds fantastic! Depth and clarity along with rich base tones. Excellent work Kyle, Charlie, and all involved in the stereo build.

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Thanks Brett for your feedback! Nothing more I can do for the ///M since I want to keep the OE Navigation. It was a fun build for sure :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

You can always add in some sound processing from an MS-8 or JL Audio Clean Sweep.

[cakM3]

You can always add in some sound processing from an MS-8 or JL Audio Clean Sweep.

Yeah Seth....that's what I'm planning to do for my ZHP when I upgrade the stereo in that later this year :)

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[johnrando]

Kyle is the man, the sound system is ridiculous.

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[danewilson77]

Kyle is the man, the sound system is ridiculous.

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Agree. I heard it last night and was blown away.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[kayger12]

Kyle is the man, the sound system is ridiculous.

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Absolutely agree.

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[echo46]

Beast

[GMATT]

Charlie is a Freakin Pimp! Now playing tunes like a 20 year old! Rock on!

Sent from my fancy telephone!

[danewilson77]

Charlie is a Freakin Pimp!

Sent from my fancy telephone!

+1

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[cakM3]

Kyle modding my rear window switches

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This mod allows me to one-touch close my coupe rear windows!! Finally :) !!!!

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[UdubBadger]

:drool


living the dream

[BCS_ZHP]

Charlie is a Freakin Pimp! Now playing tunes like a 20 year old! Rock on!

Sent from my fancy telephone!

What??? You mean the guy dating the CF Fairy is not in his 20's?? Damn, I was duped...

[cakM3]

Yeah Bruce, the carbon fiber fairy loved what I wanted to do with my car and she decided to stay awhile ;)

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[BCS_ZHP]

Stayed ain't the word, she's a homesteader..., might have even moved in permanently at your house

[BCS_ZHP]

And just noticed you said the carbon fiber "dairy", don't call her a cow when she's sprinkling that pixie dust so often

[cakM3]

And just noticed you said the carbon fiber "dairy", don't call her a cow when she's sprinkling that pixie dust so often


You noticed I had made corrections rapidly....damn autocorrect on my phone...:p Remember Bruce :) "UFB...." I'm still laughing about what Stuart and I came up with... ;)

[BCS_ZHP]

UFB -- Un-Freaking Believable, Charlie, honestly

And no female dogs aided in deciphering that acronym, lol

[cakM3]

UFB -- Un-Freaking Believable, Charlie, honestly

And no female dogs aided in deciphering that acronym, lol

Yeah Bruce....it was funny nevertheless ;)

[BCS_ZHP]

I do like your guys' acronym better, gotta make sure I don't use it at work given the double meaning

[cakM3]

I hear you on that Bruce :) Got more mods in store....we'll see which direction I choose (shhhhhhhhh) :)

[static667]

Thanks for the compliments on the stereo stuff but, I don't deserve that much credit. All I did was find some components and install them. Thank Rockford Fosgate for making killer component sets and Alpine for their evil ass subwoofer.

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[Hermes]

I love the progress Charlie! I see some things on your list that I need to get to on my car.

[cakM3]

I love the progress Charlie! I see some things on your list that I need to get to on my car.

Thanks JP! Yeah, if you have any question you know how to get ahold of me :thumbsup

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[UdubBadger]

:)

[cakM3]

Today fairies dusted my ///M with more carbon fiber dust and I was left with a CF E–brake handle and fog light surrounds.

Thanks Ry and Cam!!!

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[jayjay_dee]

Charlie, don't forget to put the popcorn maker inside your car, it would surely compliment your awesome sound system, lol...

We were watching the Avengers on his iPhone inside Charlie's car and its like you're in a movie house, how cool is that?

[Torxuvin]

Today fairies dusted my ///M with more carbon fiber dust and I was left with a CF E–brake handle and fog light surrounds.

Thanks Ry and Cam!!!

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:rofl I'm really excited to see how they look on the car.

[johnrando]

I had the honor of driving Charlie's M this weekend. Not only is it far more stunning in person than in pics, but it's drives like a BAUCE! It was everything you want in a car, smooth, fast, felt solid/hunkered... just freakin' awesome! Very nicely done Charlie.

[cakM3]

John... you will always have the opportunity to drive my cars! :thumbsup
You sir are a true enthusiast who appreciates a very well set up ride. Just watching you drive my car and seeing the appreciation in your face was reward enough for me. It was my most sincere pleasure to share my ride with you :thumbsup Not bad for a car with over 153k on the odometer, wouldn't you say?

Hopefully the ZHP will be equally as impressive during next year's meet :ninja


Cam...once I get the chance to really clean the ///M, I'll be mounting these new covers and take a few high quality pics.... I'm actually looking forward to this :thumbsup


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[cakM3]

Rain most of the weekend and lots of winds so I didn't get to my ///M but plan to this week during my week off from college. Going to do lots of detailing sometime this week to the ///M :) For now I grabbed Matt's pic of my ///M to post here in my project thread. He did capture the essence of the CSL bootlid and diffuser very well with this shot. Hope to see more pics if he has them...:thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/M3RearShot_zps8c314a6a.jpg

[UdubBadger]

:drool


duuuuuuuuude....


you tint the tails or are they smoked?

[cakM3]

Seth, I have a light smoke going on the tails. I love this look....glad you do as well :thumbsup Just showing how far you can take your ///M if you choose to :)

Remember.... my ///M is also a "rescue"... see what I have done so far? Fortunately, there are a few folks here who have seen my ///M in person. Some of them even got to drive and ride in the ///M so they know first hand how my car looks and feels.... at first it can get quite frustrating knowing you have things to deal with but if you're keeping the ///M for the long haul, things don't matter because you have all the time in the world to sort things out. My ///M is a continuing project which will ultimately lead to a well equipped and modded ///M. :thumbsup Seth, I know your ///M will end up being awesome! I know what you're going through my friend! If you have any question please feel free to give me a call :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

I do and was wondering if I could get away with a 50% tint on them to get a similar look.

[cakM3]

I went with a light smoke because I didn't want to flirt too much with the LEO's here in Rhode Island. They're real anal about any type of tint up here in this whacky state....:facepalm

depends on the LEOs in your area Seth. I myself, prefer to go darker as the lights will contrast more with the Imola or TiAg. At one time I had my tails and corners really dark but decided to go lighter so that I wouldn't get pulled over as often...

Right now I have just enough to provide some contrast which is okay with me...:thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

yeah light smoke is really all I wanted but did you buy smoked or did you smoke them yourself?

[Hermes]

Thanks JP! Yeah, if you have any question you know how to get ahold of me :thumbsup

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For sure bud. Once I finish up the M3 mirrors I will definitely text you and figure out how to get the rear window auto up modded

[cakM3]

I bought light smoke from headlight armor. Here's the link:

http://www.headlightarmor.com/01-06-bmw-e46-m3-coupe-smoked-taillight-kit.aspx (http://www.headlightarmor.com/01-06-bmw-e46-m3-coupe-smoked-taillight-kit.aspx)

They're pricy but I've had them on my ///M for 3 years now w/o any issues. :thumbsup
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[UdubBadger]

Oh ok cool I have a guy who tints for our dealership so I will have him quote me for a 50%


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[cakM3]

that's what my tails are right now 50% :thumbsup

[cakM3]

I have been looking at braking systems recently since talking to Stuart at the Mafia reunion meet. The kit Stu recommended to me are the StopTech Trophy series BBK. I may end up doing my brakes first before doing seats although there's really nothing wrong with my OE brakes, After seeing Stuart's touring in person, I've been feeling the itch to change them out with something much better. Thanks Stu!!! :thumbsup Suggested retail on these are ~ $7200 so it's either I go with the Recaro Sportster CS seats and keep my stock brake setup or go with these and keep the ///M seats (which are comfortable enough for me) ...

The setup I'll be looking at are 355mm rotors on each corner / 6 piston calibers on the Front / 4 piston calibers on rear.

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[jayjay_dee]

Rain most of the weekend and lots of winds so I didn't get to my ///M but plan to this week during my week off from college. Going to do lots of detailing sometime this week to the ///M :) For now I grabbed Matt's pic of my ///M to post here in my project thread. He did capture the essence of the CSL bootlid and diffuser very well with this shot. Hope to see more pics if he has them...:thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/M3RearShot_zps8c314a6a.jpg

daym Charlie, this pic is hot my friend, that A$$ is money... and im glad im somehow part of that pic, lol...

those StopTechs will be awesome on your M3... tough choice between that and the sport seats...

[cakM3]

daym Charlie, this pic is hot my friend, that A$$ is money... and im glad im somehow part of that pic, lol...

those StopTechs will be awesome on your M3... tough choice between that and the sport seats...

Thanks jayjay! Not really a tough choice...I figure it is always better to have awesome brakes before doing anything. The OE seats on the ///M already look great. Only problem is that they are heavy but then I have plenty of speed on the ///M already...:) Wouldn't you say Devlin and Dane? ;)

[johnrando]

Dang those things are purdy.

[JupiterBMW]

Charlie those brakes are amazing. Here's my thing. When I saw your ///M, I was insanely impressed with eveything. But, I'll be honest here, the brakes looked kind of wimpy compared to rest of the car. Everything was so amazing on your car, you need brakes to match. Like you said, the OEM seats are really nice. I think you'll get more out of the brake upgrade.

Dhuuu iieeeet! :thumbsup

[cakM3]

Charlie those brakes are amazing. Here's my thing. When I saw your ///M, I was insanely impressed with eveything. But, I'll be honest here, the brakes looked kind of wimpy compared to rest of the car. Everything was so amazing on your car, you need brakes to match. Like you said, the OEM seats are really nice. I think you'll get more out of the brake upgrade.

Dhuuu iieeeet! :thumbsup

Jon...I was thinking the same exact thing! :thumbsup Okay...brake upgrade it is for the ///M :biggrin

[UdubBadger]

wish it was that easy...

[danewilson77]

You'll use the seats everyday....but will only use the brakes 1% while you're driving :dunno

[cakM3]

You'll use the seats everyday....but will only use the brakes 1% while you're driving :dunno

Yeah Dane but when I need that 1% I'll have awesome brakes when I need them. Long term is to boost my ///M so having these brakes already installed will be one less thing I need to do to my ///M ultimately....all part of my grand plan ;) Besides, these brakes will look awesome and fit in with my ///M perfectly :thumbsup

As for seats, the seats that come with my ///M are comfortable, look good, and I have full lumbar support w/ heat. Even though the Recaros are about half the weight, I can live with the OE seats until I have done everything else first...they will still be there when I'm ready to buy them :)

[UdubBadger]

Charlie what about rear seat removal? I saw someone selling a carpeted kit on M3forums. Should save you tons of weight also.

[cakM3]

Seth, I saw that as well but the rear seats don't weigh nearly as much as the front seats do. I wouldn't be saving too much...I've had all the seats out of the ///M (swapped grey for black)... I figured I'll retain the rear seats so they will match somewhat when I eventually install the Recaro Sportster CS seats down the road...

[UdubBadger]

good thinkin

[derbo]

Brakes seem overkill for street use..but who cares for practicality :)

[johnrando]

Brakes seem overkill for street use..but who cares for practicality :)

+1 :)

[cakM3]

Brakes seem overkill for street use..but who cares for practicality :)

Who ever said I was practical where modding my cars were concerned ;)

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[johnrando]

Who ever said I was practical where modding my cars were concerned ;)

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love it!

[cakM3]

love it!

Thanks Randeaux! :thumbsup


Remember.... "Charrie....land of 1,000 mods" ;)

[Avetiso]

Thanks Randeaux! :thumbsup


Remember.... "Charrie....land of 1,000 mods" ;)
and beyond...:rofl

[330i ZHP]

More importantly - the ST-R brakes are about 33% lighter than the regular ST brakes which are MUCH MUCH lighter (don't know percentage) than the OEM brakes (calipers and rotors)...thus less unsprung rate...much better than the 60lbs lost on the seats (TOTAL for two)


Yeah Dane but when I need that 1% I'll have awesome brakes when I need them. Long term is to boost my ///M so having these brakes already installed will be one less thing I need to do to my ///M ultimately....all part of my grand plan ;) Besides, these brakes will look awesome and fit in with my ///M perfectly :thumbsup

As for seats, the seats that come with my ///M are comfortable, look good, and I have full lumbar support w/ heat. Even though the Recaros are about half the weight, I can live with the OE seats until I have done everything else first...they will still be there when I'm ready to buy them :)

[330i ZHP]

Charlie - let me know when you are ready - maybe I can sway my Stoptech vendor to extend you 25% off retail

[cakM3]

Charlie - let me know when you are ready - maybe I can sway my Stoptech vendor to extend you 25% off retail

Stuart...I would love that! :thumbsup Let me know if you can :)

[UdubBadger]

Thats a nice ass discount on those!

[cakM3]

Thats a nice ass discount on those!

Yeah Seth...as soon as I get my finances lined up I will be able to move on several things for the ///M with a vengeance...;)

@ Stuart....when this happens I will be in touch with you first...:thumbsup

[cakM3]

My best friend delivered his old ///M seats the other night :) I will be swapping out seat covers from my current seats to put on these since they are in like new shape. Time to replace my worn seats with a fresh set. :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-25at101111PM_zpsfdce62ad.png

Now I can look into getting these when finances allow soon hopefully... :)

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Always doing mods in pairs....one for the ///M and the other for my ZHP :thumbsup What better way to take care of both my babies? ;)


EDIT: I did not go with the Stoptech BBKs shown above. I ended up going with the Brembo GT BBKs with Yellow calipers instead.

[BCS_ZHP]

You never cease to amaze me with your modding, all top quality upgrades planned and I love them.

BTW, GiGi flip flopped again, now she's hell bent on keeping her vert. After 22 years, I've stopped trying to figure her out and just go with her wishes.

[cakM3]

You never cease to amaze me with your modding, all top quality upgrades planned and I love them.

BTW, GiGi flip flopped again, now she's hell bent on keeping her vert. After 22 years, I've stopped trying to figure her out and just go with her wishes.

Coming from you Bruce I take this as the ultimate form of complement :) Thank you sir!!! Gigi loves her vert...it shows! I'm glad to hear she's keeping her vert for a little longer :thumbsup As they say....a happy wife = a happy life ;)

[trancenation]

Very tasteful mods Charlie! I'm quite impressed with all of the carbon fiber going on! I bet you know the ins and outs of the E46 M3 by now!

[330i ZHP]

+1

[danewilson77]

:drool

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[cakM3]

Very tasteful mods Charlie! I'm quite impressed with all of the carbon fiber going on! I bet you know the ins and outs of the E46 M3 by now!

There's still a lot I have to learn about my ///M but I'm getting comfortable with it :)


+1


:drool

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Thanks guys!!! Appreciate all the positive complements from everyone :thumbsup

[johnrando]

:like

[derbo]

waiting for charlies next mod.. :)

[Avetiso]

Can't wait for the brakes.


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[cakM3]

I've reconsidered some mods in the past few days since getting these near mint condition ///M seats with full lumbar/side bolster support. I decided to use these seats in the ///M and take the old set out for the ZHP mod. Since I got my new seats for a real killer price, I can forego the Recaros for a few years longer and pursue the StopTech BBKs as soon as my financial situation frees up.....hopefully soon but until this happens I will have to wait to get the StopTech kit... Dario, I can't wait for the brakes either...:biggrin

[johnrando]

Sounds like that makes sense.

[UdubBadger]

I am so jealous of this thread right now


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[cakM3]

I am so jealous of this thread right now


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Seth.....if anything....I'm showing you exactly how to rescue an ///M :thumbsup Of course we all have different visions for our cars but at least you know I can relate to what you're going through regarding your ///M.

Been there....done that....now you see where my ///M is sitting after all that work with more room for lustful and wonderful mods ;)

You'll get there my friend!!! :) Thanks for the complement Seth :biggrin

[cakM3]

Also sourced these a few days ago....will be taking very good care of an awesome forum member and friend :thumbsup All part of what I do....;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-26at83037PM_zps8c977915.png

[danewilson77]

Waiting on Charlies next mod :)

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[UdubBadger]

Yeah well having the blueprint is easy, having the $ to do it all is another thing. ;)


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[UdubBadger]

Also sourced these a few days ago....will be taking very good care of an awesome forum member and friend :thumbsup All part of what I do....;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-26at83037PM_zps8c977915.png

Staggered or square?


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[cakM3]

Thanks Dane....there will be more movement concerning mods after I finish my last two weeks of college classes. Then I will have all the time in the world to delve into both BMWs for modding and research...;)

Once the rest of my inheritance comes in...I will be able to move on some awesome mods...:thumbsup

[cakM3]

Staggered or square?


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I will have two sets of these wheels. Currently have a set of fronts square. Getting the rear square setup as well. So that will provide me with two complete sets of OEM 18" M3 wheels :)

[johnrando]

Looking good!

[cakM3]

Yeah well having the blueprint is easy, having the $ to do it all is another thing. ;)


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Oh you know it!!! Believe me I know...:) I'm just fortunate enough to be able to do this right now at this point in my life. As they say...."life is short" and I intend to make the most of my time here on this earth...:thumbsup

Again, my most sincere thanks for all the positive comments to both my project threads...:thumbsup

[Tnhl1989]

So you can't even pass the mod king baton even if you wanted to Charlie :p


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[cakM3]

So you can't even pass the mod king baton even if you wanted to Charlie :p


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I'm trying Tony! I have already said it....I have an addiction....my cross to bear....

[Tnhl1989]

And as I said Charlie. No way I can get that title from you.


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[UdubBadger]

I will have two sets of these wheels. Currently have a set of fronts square. Getting the rear square setup as well. So that will provide me with two complete sets of OEM 18" M3 wheels :)

Might sell my set of 4 rears if you're interested. They were refinished gunmetal.


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[cakM3]

Damn Seth!!! I just sourced my wheels.....thanks though! :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

:(


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[ryankokesh]

There's a chance I know a guy that would want them. Send me pics and prices if you decide to sell them. I don't think he's looking for powder coated, but I'm happy to ask.


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[Stigissimo]

1) Can't believe it took me this long to sub to this thread

2) If you're itching for mods (as you always are) and have money to kill (preferably a lot), have you ever considered a CSL air box?

[ryankokesh]

:jawdrop


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[cakM3]

1) Can't believe it took me this long to sub to this thread

2) If you're itching for mods (as you always are) and have money to kill (preferably a lot), have you ever considered a CSL air box?

Stig, I had to put some thought into what you posted here. At first I will admit I took things the wrong way but then realized that's because I haven't gotten enough sleep with college finals approaching...:) Now that I have had some time for what you posted to sink in....here goes :)

1) I'm glad you finally got here to check out what I have been up to regarding my ///M :thumbsup

2) I did seriously look into doing this but found that it was way too cost prohibitive for the amount of performance or sound you get from this conversion. The best source to get OEM E46 M3 CSL parts comes from CA Technologies International and they are located in Great Britain. The cost for the OEM CSL Airbox kit is $8,318.01 and that's before having to pay for shipping back here... but then you get this :drool

Here's their link: http://www.ca-int.co.uk/single_prod-cHJvZF9pZD0yMDg3JmNhcl9tYWtlPWJtdyZjYXJfdHlwZT1lND ZtJmNhdF9pZD0xMjkmY29tcF9pZD02Ng==.html (http://www.ca-int.co.uk/single_prod-cHJvZF9pZD0yMDg3JmNhcl9tYWtlPWJtdyZjYXJfdHlwZT1lND ZtJmNhdF9pZD0xMjkmY29tcF9pZD02Ng==.html)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-29at90007PM_zpsa96e07b4.png

For about the same price (a few hundred dollars more) I can get so much more horsepower and acceleration and get the ESS VT2-550 supercharger kit for $8,790..... but then you get this...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-29at91052PM_zps1067eaa8.png

You don't get quite the sound of the CSL airbox but wow! You will see the difference in performance. Unfortunately I'm under the mind set of ensuring I am able to stop adequately first before getting the "go-fast" so StopTech Trophy series is the next big mod in store for the ///M before getting this kit :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-05-28at51223PM_zps8176d6f6.png
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-05-28at51156PM_zpsfce5859d.png

You can see pricing here:
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-07-29at91909PM_zpsbcbd222d.png

I've already decided the ultimate destination for both my ZHP and ///M will be boosting them but unfortunately it will take me some time before getting there since my daughter will be starting college this fall. My priority has to be getting my daughter through college first, then I have the rest of my life to play...;) It will be a journey for both cars but that's what will make things interesting :thumbsup Glad to see you here finally!

[WOLFN8TR]

I'm still drooling over this photo! :drool

[Tnhl1989]

Honestly I wish the new M3 had a wide behind again. It just looks so much right like that.

[Stigissimo]

Thanks for checking in Charlie. Both of your posts accurately conveyed what direction you wanted to take with the car, no worries :biggrin . Either way, Air box or ESS, respect. I could get a freaking s54 swap for less than those!


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[cakM3]

Sadly you're right but taking the S54 further will require more funds. At least with the ESS kit, my ///M would performing at the S85 level :)

[derbo]

Charlie where did you see those prices for the brakes? I' like to see what trophy kit cost for the ZHP..

[330i ZHP]

no such product for the 330

You would have to choose the ST series (not the ST-R) unless you can convince them to do a custom build

AND

At least when I was going through all this a few years ago, Stoptech didn't offer a rear 330 kit at all...thus why I started the swap to M3 rear end...so I could get the ST-R brakes

[cakM3]

That makes complete sense Stu.

[DSC-off]

This thread is siiiiiiiiiiiiick! Those Stoptech Trophies look awesome. BBKs are hugely underrated mod because they are so pricey, but they can be so much fun.

The carbon fiber goodness also looks amazing on your car.

[cakM3]

Thanks! Doing things slowly on the ///M but want to do it right :)


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[derbo]

no such product for the 330

You would have to choose the ST series (not the ST-R) unless you can convince them to do a custom build

AND

At least when I was going through all this a few years ago, Stoptech didn't offer a rear 330 kit at all...thus why I started the swap to M3 rear end...so I could get the ST-R brakes

Thanks Stu for the answer. I do have a M3 rear end soooo...

[Pip]

Thanks Stu for the answer. I do have a M3 rear end soooo...

So...woot! You'll be stopping fast.

[cakM3]

I'll be completing my interior carbon fiber trim when I add this to my steering wheel. :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-08-01at70554PM_zps37cfc9cf.png

Then I will transfer the Di-Noc wrapped trim over to my ZHP (should have a charlie modding icon)

[Pip]

^can't wait to see it installed.

[cakM3]

Sean, I'll be ordering it next payday....then when it arrives I'll do the switch :thumbsup

[johnrando]

pics pics pics

[cakM3]

John....I promise to post pics once I receive this item. I have yet to purchase this - will be doing so next Wednesday :)

[johnrando]

Yeah I know, I just can't wait to see it on! :biggrin

[cakM3]

:)


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[WOLFN8TR]

I'll be completing my interior carbon fiber trim when I add this to my steering wheel. :thumbsup

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/ScreenShot2013-08-01at70554PM_zps37cfc9cf.png

Then I will transfer the Di-Noc wrapped trim over to my ZHP (should have a charlie modding icon)


:drool:drool:drool:drool:drool

[spoonerDee]

High fiber diet, I likes!

[cakM3]

Thanks Keith! Long time no hear! How have you been?

[spoonerDee]

Thanks Keith! Long time no hear! How have you been?

I'm good, been real busy getting ready to move and find a house. Thus all car related stuff is on hold for who knows how long.

[cakM3]

Glad to hear you're doing good! Best of luck on the house bro :thumbsup

[spoonerDee]

Thanks, gonna need it :rofl

Everything good on your end?

[cakM3]

Thanks, gonna need it :rofl

Everything good on your end?

As good as it can be. Been very busy with college. I'm in finals this week. Looking forward to finishing....this is my last class before graduation :)

Took me over 30 years to get my bachelor's degree but I finally did it!


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[danewilson77]

As good as it can be. Been very busy with college. I'm in finals this week. Looking forward to finishing....this is my last class before graduation :)

Took me over 30 years to get my bachelor's degree but I finally did it!


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Congrats Chuck. Took me about 14. Finality is sweet. On to the Masters!

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[johnrando]

As good as it can be. Been very busy with college. I'm in finals this week. Looking forward to finishing....this is my last class before graduation :)

Took me over 30 years to get my bachelor's degree but I finally did it!


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Almost there!

[cakM3]

Thanks guys! Just finished one assignment....now working on my final project then off to BMW stuff!!! :)

[WOLFN8TR]

Congrats Charlie!!!

[Avetiso]

Happy to hear this, Chuck.

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[Torxuvin]

Congrats buddy. :cheers

[spoonerDee]

Fantastic news!

[cakM3]

Thanks again everyone :thumbsup It's been a journey for sure but I'm glad I did this! :)

[TomTomTuning]

When is the D5150 going in? :)

[cakM3]

When is the D5150 going in? :)

Wrong project. Never going in the ///M. I'll be installing it in my ZHP next month while at Kyle's place in the outer banks :)


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[TomTomTuning]

Wrong project. Never going in the ///M. I'll be installing it in my ZHP next month while at Kyle's place in the outer banks :)


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Agh, I can't keep up with your two projects! Lol

[cakM3]

Agh, I can't keep up with your two projects! Lol

I've been hearing that lately ;)

[cakM3]

Thanks to one of my best friends....this will be my upcoming mod for the ///M

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/17/bu2y2ure.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/08/17/arudaje9.jpg


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[Avetiso]

Woah, those look awesome. I bet they are fingerprint magnets, though.

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[Torxuvin]

Beautiful

[danewilson77]

That's insane Chuck.

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[UdubBadger]

Damn bro!


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[cakM3]

Thanks guys:thumbsup Yeah, these should look awesome!

More carbon fiber dust being spread around by fairies DW ;)


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[CERF04ZHP]

Chuck! Goin big, brother!

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[cakM3]

Channing, a friend of mine told me a few years ago at a local meet "Go big or go home"

What do you guys think?


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[johnrando]

Awesome! Where do those come from?

[cakM3]

Awesome! Where do those come from?

Status Gruppe :thumbsup


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[derbo]

do they make a sedan version. LOL

But damn those look nice.

[Tnhl1989]

Charlie said they do not derbo. Get an m3 instead.

[cakM3]

The problem with going to this is I can't use my side impact air bags on the door but the BMW performance seats will have side impact air bags. I'll have to find out how to wire them up so they will properly function in place of my regular side impact air bags..


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[derbo]

Charlie said they do not derbo. Get an m3 instead.

That is the solution to most of my problems. :)


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[Hornung418]

That is the solution to most of my problems. :)


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So true. LOL.

Chuck hope the lumbar install goes smoothly!

GS3 + TT4

[cakM3]

Thanks Justin... I'm about half way complete refreshing my driver's seat in the ///M. Now I know why people would rather buy new seats instead of refreshing them. When the time comes, I'm getting myself a set of BMW Performance seats.

Those damned hog rings are a major PITA!


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[derbo]

Thanks Justin... I'm about half way complete refreshing my driver's seat in the ///M. Now I know why people would rather buy new seats instead of refreshing them. When the time comes, I'm getting myself a set of BMW Performance seats.

Those damned hog rings are a major PITA!


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Hog ring pliers makes it easier but not by much.


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[cakM3]

Derek, I got hog ring pliers but unfortunately, they were not the right size...Home Depot didn't have smaller ones. I ended up using pliers/needle nose pliers to do the job. Right now my fingers as well as my back are sore. I'm guessing I will get back to the seats in a few days once my back recovers.....right now I will be taking pain pills and then hooking up in the jacuzzi tomorrow morning.

[az3579]

Woah, those look awesome. I bet they are fingerprint magnets, though.

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There is no reason for anybody to be touching the carbon fiber parts, so this is a moot point. There's a door handle for a reason. :biggrin


That is the solution to most of my problems. :)


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Derek,
Now that you have a PRIUS as a daily driver, you have no excuses for keeping the ZHP and not getting an M3. *HINT HINT* ;)

[derbo]

There is no reason for anybody to be touching the carbon fiber parts, so this is a moot point. There's a door handle for a reason. :biggrin



Derek,
Now that you have a PRIUS as a daily driver, you have no excuses for keeping the ZHP and not getting an M3. *HINT HINT* ;)

Except extra cash to dump on and finding a alpine white 2006 zcp to replace it. Not to mention all the work I did to the zhp means I need to do it all over to the M3 again.


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[cakM3]

After playing around with those damned hog rings all day I've decided in a few weeks I will be placing an order for a set of BMW Performance seats....I'm done killing myself swapping seat covers.....no wonder people will simply either put up with degrading seats or just pay money to have them replaced...:rofl

Anyway, I will be sleeping in tomorrow and after breakfast I'm heading off to the jacuzzi for much needed therapy after starting today's project...:facepalm

[danewilson77]

After playing around with those damned hog rings all day I've decided in a few weeks I will be placing an order for a set of BMW Performance seats....I'm done killing myself swapping seat covers.....no wonder people will simply either put up with degrading seats or just pay money to have them replaced...:rofl

Anyway, I will be sleeping in tomorrow and after breakfast I'm heading off to the jacuzzi for much needed therapy after starting today's project...:facepalm

Now you understand my pain and why it took me 3 days :)

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[BCS_ZHP]

Both of you, take your Geritol and stop whining like two old men born before Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. Ouch!

Right there with you, I just don't admit the aches & pains.

[BCS_ZHP]

Come on guys, JK, JK.

Now which one of you is Walter Mathieu from Grumpy Old Men?

[cakM3]

Now you understand my pain and why it took me 3 days :)

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Completely understand :)

@ Bruce.....nice! ;)


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[BCS_ZHP]

Believe that DW goes lights out at midnight no matter what, he'll frag me in the morning

[UdubBadger]

Charlie why not just get the recaro versions and save $4000?


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[cakM3]

one word Seth..... exclusivity... :thumbsup I'm looking at setting my ///M apart from the others...

[330i ZHP]

The problem with going to this is I can't use my side impact air bags on the door but the BMW performance seats will have side impact air bags. I'll have to find out how to wire them up so they will properly function in place of my regular side impact air bags..


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that my friend is going to prove difficult I fear

[330i ZHP]

btw - the door cards look very sweet

[az3579]

Charlie why not just get the recaro versions and save $4000?


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Because Charlie.
He continues to make his cars unique. I don't see him going any other route other than Performance Seats.

[330i ZHP]

Getting the airbags to work in those seats in an E46 is going to be nearly impossible. Although, I guess he could reroute the system from the door SIPS and make it connect to the seat based SIPS

[cakM3]

that was the thought Stu....but I'm not sure where things will lead me at the moment....my mod window is cutting very short with my daughter going to college very soon.....damn....if I only had much more money to play around with....

[330i ZHP]

Go hard core Charlie - "we don't need no airbags" I really wouldn't try to incorporate the airbags

[Johnmadd]

(should have a charlie modding icon)

This^

Can't wait to see this car next month!

[UdubBadger]

Do you man but I just have to think that $4k could go elsewhere and go a long way at that. They are LITERALLY just recaro sportsters with BMW performance stitched into the headrest.



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[cakM3]

This^

Can't wait to see this car next month!

John, I won't be taking my ///M for this meet...I'll be driving my ZHP for the meet. Still....I have been modding the heck out of my daily driver as well...:)

@ Derek, I'm leaning on getting the Recaro Sportster CS in black leather w/ carbon backshell heated over the BMW Performance seats....I will still have over $1k left in my pockets and have an awesome set of seats to boot....:thumbsup

[derbo]

I said something?

I want these.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f114/wishing4cobra/IMG_2061.jpg

Alcantara Pole Positions :)

[Torxuvin]

*jaw drop* Those are gorgeous derek

[BCS_ZHP]

Why is my son's tool box in that picture? Last Xmas, I bought each son that exact same Craftsman set to get them started, they've been adding tools sporadically thru this year.

[derbo]

BMW P seats + new seat occupancy sensor + blackbox it plugs into, and you are golden for airbags lights..


Removing the side door airbags and getting the seat airbags to work seems a little interesting to get working.. .

[az3579]

BMW P seats + new seat occupancy sensor + blackbox it plugs into, and you are golden for airbags lights..


Removing the side door airbags and getting the seat airbags to work seems a little interesting to get working.. .

Well, you ever know if the side seat airbags will work until... well... you know. :eeps

[cakM3]

Got into a group buy which will involve many faries spreading much more carbon fiber dust over my beloved ///M....

[UdubBadger]

You're going too HAM Chuck!

[Avetiso]

You're going too HAM Chuck!
There is no such thing as too much when talking about carbon fiber!

[cakM3]

You're going too HAM Chuck!


There is no such thing as too much when talking about carbon fiber!


Thanks guys! Not going into too much detail just yet....I'm sure you guys understand :) If it works out....going to look totally awesome though...;)

[Hermes]

Charlie tried to get me in that group buy. I've wanted the part he's looking at for a while now but just don't have the money at the moment because I keep spending it on the older cars. Seven BBS wheels I didn't exactly "need" in the recent past, plus powdercoating and polishing, plus tires didn't help anything ;)

Charlie, your car will be so sweet with these CF parts!

[cakM3]

I think so as well JP! :thumbsup Thanks!!! :)

[Hornung418]

CSL roof? Interested to see what comes to be!

GS3 + TT4

[johnrando]

That's gonna be sweet!

[az3579]

I know what this is going to be.

And I know it's going to be SIIIIIIIICK.

[cakM3]

now for some finances to be freed up.....hopefully soon....(my new avatar says it all)

[BCS_ZHP]

Have the CF fairies delivered the newest addition yet? Inquiring minds want to know...

[cakM3]

Have the CF fairies delivered the newest addition yet? Inquiring minds want to know...

It's in the works Bruce :thumbsup

[johnrando]

:like

[UdubBadger]

So when you get sick of all this fun stuff for the M, I'll be accepting donations ;)


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[az3579]

So when you get sick of all this fun stuff for them M, I'll be accepting donations ;)


Goin' HAM mobile

You'd best close the fundraiser now then... he'll never get sick of it.

[UdubBadger]

You'd best close the fundraiser now then... he'll never get sick of it.

I mean when he decides on new parts...


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[cakM3]

You'd best close the fundraiser now then... he'll never get sick of it.

Ain't that the truth!


I mean when he decides on new parts...


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It may be awhile Seth....if I decide to sell off anything from my ///M (Gruppe M CAI whenever I get to boosting it) I will let you know, assuming you still have your ///M :thumbsup

[UdubBadger]

Ain't that the truth!



It may be awhile Seth....if I decide to sell off anything from my ///M (Gruppe M CAI whenever I get to boosting it) I will let you know, assuming you still have your ///M :thumbsup

;)


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[cakM3]

Didn't have time to fully detail the ///M today but did add some ///M throw pillows inside in the rear passenger's section (since I don't have anyone sit in the rear)...;)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/DSC_0529_zps13cb03f3.jpg

The ///M as it currently sits :)
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/83cd3e0b-fa84-4d2b-a04e-eda4a48e06b9_zps2f624681.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/DSC_0555_zpsaf2af628.jpg

[Avetiso]

:drool at picture two.

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[cakM3]

:drool at picture two.

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Not a bad job at detailing, wouldn't you say ;) Yeah, I :drool at that pic as well :thumbsup

[johnrando]

:drool at picture two.

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+1

[cakM3]

Okay....as some of you have speculated regarding what I will be doing next... This week I will be sourcing these parts for my ///M....some of you had the "preview" of having my texts and I appreciate you guys not divulging this but in all fairness (to everyone here), I should post my upcoming mods for everyone to see... more carbon fiber dust being spread all over my beautiful ///M! :biggrin All I can say to everyone is that I have been very fortunate and lucky to come into the mods that I have been given.....yes, priorities had to be made to get these very rare mods....

Evolve Carbon Fiber CSL roof
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/8946570721_f0e67c7618_b_zps6415d222.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/P1060428_zpsee8318ab.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/IMG_1010_zpsa2744ecb.jpg

Status Gruppe CSL Door cards...
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/IMG_6054ewlogo_zps73d43bb5.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/IMG_6043eWlogo_zpsfb3c7e69.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/IMG_6037ewlogo_zps8a440e05.jpg
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/IMG_6039ewlogo_zpse8201408.jpg

Right now I'm in the process of getting the Status Gruppe door cards...

[danewilson77]

Nicely played Chuck.

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[cakM3]

Nicely played Chuck.

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Thanks Dane! :thumbsup When complete, I might have to plan a summer trip out west in the ///M and ensure a stop-over at your new place and meet up with the peeps in your area Dane :biggrin

[330i ZHP]

those will look sharp

It is a good thing you keep the M in the garage - I have seen quite a few cars with aftermarket CF roofs where the resin yellows and cracks.

So try to limit exposure to long term sun...garage, dark, cover, shade...I don't mean hours or even days...I mean all the time.

You could ask the bodyshop that installs to add a layer of clear that protects against UV

[330i ZHP]

I am not dissing your choice - just mentioning an observation

I really do think it will look beautiful

[330i ZHP]

does your car have a sunroof?

If so, you will need a new headliner. Or you could make it perfect and have a headliner wrapped in Alcantara.

I love the look....I have meant for ages to pull my headliner again and wrap it

[cakM3]

those will look sharp

It is a good thing you keep the M in the garage - I have seen quite a few cars with aftermarket CF roofs where the resin yellows and cracks.

So try to limit exposure to long term sun...garage, dark, cover, shade...I don't mean hours or even days...I mean all the time.

You could ask the bodyshop that installs to add a layer of clear that protects against UV

Stuart, I will have another UVcoat added to the roof panel when it is installed :thumbsup

As for exposure, yes... I plan to limit the amount of exposure and have a car cover to place over to further protect the surface of the new roof. I don't think there will be issues regarding leaks after it gets mounted onto my ///M. I have heard absolutely no issues regarding use of Evolve's CF Roof. :thumbsup

I will be getting a brand new headliner for the ///M when I mount my new panel :) ..... if only I could get the Trophy series STOPTECH BBKs for a reduced pricing.......... if only............

[Avetiso]

:drool

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[cakM3]

I might have the unique opportunity to source an authentic set of OEM CSL door cards. I just learned of this opportunity through my best friend although this is not yet 100% final.....here's to opportunities! :thumbsup


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[johnrando]

:drool but that's not enough to describe this. Stunning!

[330i ZHP]

sweet

[cakM3]

:biggrin


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[Hornung418]

Called it!! Can't wait to see the final product.

I want a CF sedan roof...Just need to find an OEM roof to make a mold of.

[cakM3]

Called it!! Can't wait to see the final product.

I want a CF sedan roof...Just need to find an OEM roof to make a mold of.

Yeah Justin.....you called it but I wasn't prepared to divulge this here at that time. Now that I've committed to doing this, I felt it was time to "share" the news with everyone here.

Not only am I doing this but now an authentic set of OEM CSL door cards became available and right now it looks like the carbon fiber fairies are ensuring I will be able to close on the deal to source them for my ///M as well :thumbsup

Lots of good positive energy flowing upon both of my cars. I also have a few things lined up for my ZHP coming up soon!

I still can't believe how I'm able to keep modding both cars as well as fully maintain them like I do....it's like I'm living the dream ;)


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[PirateZHP]

....it's like I'm living the dream ;)

You are, Charlie... I am fairly confident in saying that this is a dream for anyone in the mafia. :thumbup

[cakM3]

You are, Charlie... I am fairly confident in saying that this is a dream for anyone in the mafia. :thumbup

Thanks Matt! :thumbsup

I just sourced a set of BBS CH wheels for the ///M this morning while at work :biggrin They are 19x8.5 et20, and 19x10 et20. Should be picking them up next week on my way back from Kyle's meet :thumbsup Man I'm collecting ///M wheels!!!

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/318_zpse1f40e6b.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/317_zpse60a0cf9.jpg

They will look like this on my ///M when mounted...:drool
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/1005421_3254231930742_1739136964_n_zpscdd9c4c4.jpg

[PirateZHP]

Damn... sweet wheels too... I saw those on e46f. I have to get off the internet before Charlie makes me spend more money!!!

[Avetiso]

One of my favorite wheels. Nice!

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[Ryans323i]

:jawdrop Lots of big stuff happening!

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[johnrando]

:jawdrop Lots of big stuff happening!

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+1 :drool

[derbo]

:drool I love those wheels.

[cakM3]

Tonight I called and talked to the owner of said OEM CSL door panels and sealed the deal! :roundel My ///M will soon be fitted with one of many very hard to source OEM CSL parts. I will be making arrangements to have them shipped to me while I'm away on business then when I get back they will be waiting for me...:drool

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/21/ubuhu8es.jpg

Best part of all this is that when I'm driving back I will be making a slight detour to pick up my BBS CH wheels. :pimp

[Avetiso]

Epic.

[johnrando]

+1

[cakM3]

Thanks guys :thumbsup Working it one mod at a time :)

[az3579]

Epic.

Complete understatement.

[UdubBadger]

Thanks Matt! :thumbsup

I just sourced a set of BBS CH wheels for the ///M this morning while at work :biggrin They are 19x8.5 et20, and 19x10 et20. Should be picking them up next week on my way back from Kyle's meet :thumbsup Man I'm collecting ///M wheels!!!

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/318_zpse1f40e6b.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/317_zpse60a0cf9.jpg

They will look like this on my ///M when mounted...:drool
http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3/1005421_3254231930742_1739136964_n_zpscdd9c4c4.jpg

Too...much...win....


Goin' HAM mobile

[Avetiso]

Complete understatement.
I agree. Words fail me how awesome this mod is. I don't think I've ever seen another M3 with it, and with the roof... :drool

Also can't wait for the BBS. I'd been a dream of mine to have a Silver Gray ZHP coupe with white CHs. Some of my favorite wheels, but beyond my budget unless I can find a curbed set for refinishing. Someday, when I sell all my parts and get my financial aid. :rofl

Chuck, are you running an aftermarket exhaust on your M?

[az3579]

His exhaust is stock... for now. :)

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[cakM3]

His exhaust is stock... for now. :)

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Thanks Botond....yes my exhaust is stock for now...


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