The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

So when I had the front of my car in the air yesterday I inspected my suspension for any play, when I grab the wheel at 12 and 6 I feel no play whatsoever, but when Push/pull at 3 and 9 I feel some play. I replaced my fcabs and tie rods not even 10k ago... Any other things that could cause the play im having? The ride is a little harsh, but I figured that was from my new coilovers. No clunks when steering/braking either. I used meyle for both the tierods and fcabs if anyone was wondering.

Any ideas? Could my fcabs be toast already? The bushings didn't look like they were worn or anything, but I'm definitely having some movement.

Thanks!

How much play? The steering mechanism does move a bit.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Maybe that's what I'm feeling then, it's definitely not a TON of play but there is some there

Try to watch the steering wheel while you do it (or have a helper).


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Is it possible to get individual pieces of black cube trim? One of the pin holder bits on one of my panels is cracked. The piece wiggles itself loose occasionally so I'm considering replacing/repairing it.

The pin right behind my finger on this piece is the issue:
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/...psyxgminut.jpg

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Originally Posted by smacame

Is it possible to get individual pieces of black cube trim? One of the pin holder bits on one of my panels is cracked. The piece wiggles itself loose occasionally so I'm considering replacing/repairing it.

The pin right behind my finger on this piece is the issue:
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/...psyxgminut.jpg

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Yes Sir.

PC 2

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3310

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Originally Posted by danewilson77

Yes Sir.

PC 2

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=51_3310

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$63 at ECS: http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51457830187/ES117799/ :-)

Thanks guys! I think I'll epoxy the broken bit since it's out of sight. I knew these must have been easier to find than my first google search indicated...:rolleyes

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Originally Posted by smacame

Is it possible to get individual pieces of black cube trim? One of the pin holder bits on one of my panels is cracked. The piece wiggles itself loose occasionally so I'm considering replacing/repairing it.

The pin right behind my finger on this piece is the issue:
http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/...psyxgminut.jpg

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Got the same problem... lemme know how it goes for ya.

Got some Sikaflex 1a on there and it's curing in my in-home humid chamber (aka the dishwasher). It's a little sloppy looking, but I think this'll hold. I glued this spot with 5 minute epoxy previously, but it wasn't strong enough. The Sikaflex will have a lot more give so I'm hoping it won't break if things aren't lined up perfectly.

http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/...ps6slwmwyy.jpg