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Thanks guys!
Done.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ssparrow
Thanks!
Painted my rear calipers today, forgot to get a before picture but they look SO much better than before. No more rust! I'll paint the front tomorrow.
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Front before: (I'll get an after photo when I paint them tomorrow)
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Finished painting my front calipers today! Crappy picture but I am definitely happy with the outcome.
Used this paint: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05...0e63cc3e63.jpg
Before: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05...8b685d355a.jpg
After: http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05...c72afb27f5.jpg
Also cleaned my wheels real well between drying times. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05...a5139b4e8b.jpg
Sweeeet!
What was your process? Did you take them off and clean them, did you spray the rotors at all? Does that paint come in the dark grey like in the other posts?
Thanks! Process was fairly simple, I took off the retaining clip and that was all. Soaked everything in brake cleaner for a while and scrubbed them with a wire brush then sprayed them off with a hose and used an air compressor to dry all the nooks and crannys. Then masked off the rotor surface and all the Rubber bushings/piston, as well as the brake line and bleed screw. I painted the rotors only on the hub as they were extremely rusted too. It would of been better to take the calipers off in my opinion but a lot more time consuming. I think the finished product looks great for not taking the calipers off!
And I'm actually not sure about the dark grey, the auto parts store (Napa) only had black, red, and silver. I'm sure there is other places with more options though.
Got some goodies in the mail today http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05...6ab9c4db4d.jpg
You'll love the Ziza lights :) Also great job painting your rear calipers....they look awesome! :thumbsup
Thanks man! I'm happy with the way they turned out. Just went out and installed the bulbs too! But totally forgot to order new lenses... Ten minutes on Amazon and new ones will be here next week! :thumbsup
flushed my power steering fluid today, officially have fresh fluids in the whole car! Should of done it a long time ago. Also changed the fuel filter. Pretty straight forward to do.
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Old fluid was looking dark
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She was sitting pretty just after the rain today...
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Nice! What method did you use to flush the power steering fluid? I was annoyed when I was swapping out my fuel filter that the new one didn't have the rubber housing like the old one. I nearly ripped the rubber housing trying to get it off to transfer it to the new one. Did yours come with it?
Thanks! I used redline ATF for the power steering fluid and just used a fluid pump to get out as much of the fluid as I could, then filled up with new fluid and turned the wheel left and right a handful of times, then repeated. And as for the fuel filter, I actually bought a installation kit from bav auto, came with new hoses as well as hose clamps. And if you were talking about the rubber bit that goes around the filter itself, mine came with a new one! I'm glad I ordered the installation kit though, I ripped the vacuum hose and ended up cutting the rest to get the damn thing off
Ah, thanks for the info. Yeah, I got my fuel filter from a TMS maintenance kit and opted not to get fresh fuel hoses so I had to certainly wrestle with them for a long time to get them off without destroying them. I'll definitely replace them next time around.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ssparrow
I noticed we're running the same wheels, but you've got 255s in the back versus my 265s. Do your rear tires ever rub? I've noticed mine rub occasionally against the outer fender. If they don't rub, did you ever roll your fenders or anything?
I rub very slightly, but it's only when I am turning into a steep driveway or parking lot. And yes I have slightly rolled my fenders!
My right rear regulator exploded over the weekend making it so my window wouldn't stay up. Trying to rig it to not fall down was not fun.... Anyways new regulator came today so I replaced that. Pretty soon I'm going to have to replace all the regulators....
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Feels like it's been a minute since I've been active. Been busy with work and such a lot lately. Anyways! Got a few new goodies for the car recently and figured I'd show you guys.
First up is the ecs strut bar. I think it gives the engine bay a nice touch!
Forgive the cellphone photos. Next purchase will be a decent camera
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Also finally bought me a sunshade! Can't believe I went as long as I did without one. With this being a DD it makes life a lot nicer.
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Also gave her a bath
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Nice. I've been eyeing that strut bar as well as one from TMS.
How do you keep it sooo clean? Looks great man.
How much was that sunshade?
Thanks guys! I believe the sunshade was about 40 bucks on Amazon if I remember correctly
Sorry for the giant hiatus guys, been a busy summer/fall for me. Ive missed this place! I need to work on being a lot more active. Im happy to say that the ZHP is still running/driving beautifully. Not too much has been done since my last update besides an oil change, and i found a used Dinan muffler just to old me off until i can fork up the cash for at least a cat back exhaust. Also put in the all weather floor mats :thumb Not too excited to have to drive this thing in the snow though.
Next few things on the list also include; (not in order)
A professional buff and polish
Coby rewrapped (or leather) steering wheel
New window tint all around
New door speakers in the front doors (Id really like to replace every speaker, but my wallet says otherwise)
Address the speaking I'm getting in my front left caliper
Im also not extremely happy with the stance currently. I definitely need some wheel spacers in the front and possibly in the rear. I need to raise the rear up a tad as well.
On to some sub par photos! I recently bought myself a Canon DSLR for a decent starter camera. Its still completely new to me but I'm real anxious to start learning!
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And the milage as she sits right now
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Good to see you. Car looks great. What speakers are you thinking about. My son recently went BSW. Nice improvement but not earth shattering.
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Hey thanks! its good to be back here. As for the speakers i was actually thinking of BSW as well, I have their iPhone control module and its proved me well. I also really like the ease of plug and play. The thought of a stereo shop ripping my car apart scares me a bit. :shiftyQuote:
Originally Posted by ELCID86
Sweet update. One of my favorite zhps on here, glad to see and hear you and her are doing great!Quote:
Originally Posted by Ssparrow
Myself and the other photogs on here are happy to answer any questions in that department! Pics look great already. First step would be figure out what you want to shoot and get out there!
Hey I appreciate that a lot! I'm sure i will have plenty of questions coming up! I really need to take a nice canyon drive soon before it gets too snowy up there.Quote:
Originally Posted by NoVAphotog
Good to see you back! I missed seeing pictures of this beautiful ZHP.
Welcome back. Nice werk!
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Thanks for the kind words guys!
Agreed. There are not many options. The BavSound kit is pretty straight forward. A bit of a hassle with the small door speakers (separating carrier and glueing speakers to said carrier).Quote:
Originally Posted by Ssparrow
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Did you notice a difference after you put them in? Worth the money?Quote:
Originally Posted by ELCID86
Yes, there is a difference. But, you can DIY your own kit and get way more bang for the buck. But this is no brainer plug and plug, but you pay for it. I added a subwoofer to my BSW and that was the icing on the cake and it really sounds good.
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With it being a new year i figured id update my build log. Mainly just things I've done, and a list of things id like to get done in the future. Some things need addressing more than others, but with it being winter its really hard to get out and work on the car. Hopefully we start seeing some warmer temperatures soon! Anyways heres a list of things I've done within the 2 years I've owned my car, (2 year anniversary of ownership coming up at the end of the month!)
Current Milage 110,400
Engine/Performance:
Oil Changes every 7,000 or so with Bmw Twin Power Turbo 5w30 and Mann oil filter
Afe Magnum Force stage 2 cold air intake (100k)
Oem Valve Cover Gasket Kit (104k)
Beisan Vanos Seals repair kit (104k)
Beisan Vanos Rattle repair kit (104k)
G.A.S. Disa Repair Kit (104k)
Cleaned ICV (104k)
Inspected Intake boots (104k)
Cooling System Overhaul (105k)
GEBA water pump
Fan switch
Thermostat
OEM Expansion Tank
Level Sensor
Upper and lower radiator hoses
Belts
ECS Aluminum PS pulley
ECS Aluminum water pump pulley
Starter replaced (105k)
Hydrolic tensioner pulley (105k)
Idler pulley (105k)
A/c Tensioner (105k)
NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs (106k)
Fuel Filter replaced with Mann filter (107k)
Dinan axle back exhaust (109k)
Suspension/Braking/Drivetrain/Steering:
Akebono Euro Brake Pads (100k)
Vmr V703 VB3 wheels 18x8.5, 18x9.5 40* front 45* rear (103k)
Michelin Pilot sport A/S 3 225/40ZR18 255/35ZR18 (103k)
Meyle Hd Contorl Arm Bushing Set (104k)
Meyle Tierods (104k)
Transmission Fluid changed with Redline MTL-lt2 (105k)
Differential Fluid changed with Redline 75w90 (105k)
Bc Racing coilovers (105k)
Rouge RSMs (105k)
Brakes flushed with Pentosin Super DOT 4 Brake Fluid (106k)
Power steering flush with Redline D4 ATF (107k)
Ecs carbon strut bar installed
Ecs Wheel spacers installed in rear 5mm
Ecs wheel spacers installed in front 10mm (had to remove due to clearance issues)
Exterior/Lighting:
Ecs Blackout grill
Yakima Roofrack
Oem Euro clear lens package
Depo foglights
Stealth Bulbs all around
Umnitza predator Orion v2.5 angel eyes
Ziza LED License plate lights
Interior:
LED bulbs all around
OEM aux input
Bsw control 2 iPhone hookup
Armrest delete kit
Euro tray
New OEM zhp knob
Bimman cellphone mount
Random/Other Maintenance:
OEM windshield cowl
Blower motor resistor replaced
OEM Front Right Window Regulator
Drivers side headlight igniter replaced
OEM Rear right window regulator
G.A.S. ET cap
Im sure there is a few things here and there I'm forgetting but I'm pretty sure thats most of it. Now for the list of future things id like to do this year.
Maintenance (top priority):
Replace FCABs with Z4m bushings
Replace RTABs with either z4m or Rouge engineering
New sway bars end links
Steering coupler
Remove CDV
Replace both front calipers
Replace engine and tranny mounts with M3 mounts
Replace radiator with OEM or maybe that new aluminum one.
Possible CCV replacement.
Repaint rear bumper, front fenders, and hood (not sure when ill get around to this one)
Other stuff (low priority)
Coby or leather wheel rewrap (might actually do soon, my wheel isn't in the best shape)
Leather shift and e-brake boots
Replace speakers with BSW
New Headunit (dynavin, eonon, etc...)
Subwoofer with amp
OEM m3 side mirror retrofit
New window tint all around
Corsa catback exhaust
Shark injector
Zkw clear lens swap
I think thats about it. At least all i can remember right now. I'll continue to update as i remember other stuff. I need to give her a bath and take some photos but its been so damn cold here its hard to get it done. Anyways, thats all for today. Thanks guys!
Good stuff
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I recently joined the forum and came upon your project thread. I love your ZHP! Color is fantastic. And your engine bay is so clean. Very impressive. Mine is silver grey metallic and I polished today - doesn't look anywhere as good as yours. Perhaps due to silver not capable of deep shine as darker colors. Or perhaps I need a better product. I used Pinnacle swirl remover and polish products with porter cable unit.Quote:
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Hey I appreciate that a lot! I luckily was able to find a really clean car, but there is definitely some flaws, I have some pretty bad road rash up front and pealing clearcoat on the rear bumper. Hopefully I can get those resprayed this spring. As for buffing/polishing I use chemical guys v36 followed buy v38, then a coat of wax. (If anyone has suggestions for a good wax please let me know.
Your car looks great! I've always been a huge fan of that color, looks like a great ride! [emoji106]🏼
Got some goodies for the zhp today. Not sure when I'll get around to installing em hopefully we get a nice weekend soon! I'm so ready for spring, seeing my poor car filthy is saddening. But I guess it could always be worse!
Anyways, I received these today
Z4M FCABs
Steering coupler
UUC RTAB (still debating on whether or not I'll install these or go for the bimmerworld spherical ones. I need to check and see how bad they actually are)
I also bought myself a MIS RTAB Tool to make the install easier. I've debated on selling/renting it out after I'm all done using it.
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