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02-16-2023, 05:08 AM
Galapolis

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Originally Posted by ZHPizza

I think I have two or three left that need to be repaired (plastic connectors got damaged in shipping). I've had all the parts for years, just not the time. Maybe @Galapolis has time to do the repairs and sell them?

Possibly, as long as we can set something up fairly soon. Future past mid June is uncertain at the moment...
02-16-2023, 05:11 AM
RUS_ZHP

Quote:

Originally Posted by t.er

Didn't pick up a PizzaTB?

I forgot about Pizza man hack.....well I have Dinan already, but I have 2nd ZHP car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZHPizza

I think I have two or three left that need to be repaired (plastic connectors got damaged in shipping). I've had all the parts for years, just not the time. Maybe @Galapolis has time to do the repairs and sell them?

Hey neighbor! I am with you about the time....I barely finding time to do some work on my cars. Ask me, if I installed Z4 finned diff cover that I bought from you 3 years ago.

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Originally Posted by cakM3

I think Rob got the DINAN TB and Software III flash and told me that there was not much of a noticeable difference from the OE TB and stock tune. I think it is a combination of having the DINAN intake, TB, exhaust and tune that you will see a difference but for the amount of HP gain you will see it won't be worth the amount of money you end up spending when you can get other solutions that will get you more horsepower for much less. Still, having a full DINAN setup is still pretty cool and to have the DINAN badge on the car is still a nice statement in my opinion. I like seeing these updates Sergy! :thumbsup

Thanks Charlie. My updates are super slow here, but work on cars is going. You are right about money/hp ratio. Buying new parts doesn't make sense. Probably used one as well. Since my car had some Dinan parts already, I was able to buy TB and intake for reasonable money, I decided to go with it. Unfortunately, I would not be able to officially have Dinan car. The only official new purchase from Dinan will be software III.
02-17-2023, 05:58 AM
RUS_ZHP

While working on installing TB, I noticed that my power steering lines stated to leak a bit. They were replaced with same Rein brand and ZF reservoir. They lasted 5 years and 50k miles.
I also noticed that my vacuum hose that connects direct to brake booster is collapsed in one area and developed a flat spot. OEM hose is on the way from FCP and will be replaced. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...a5c65bc3fd.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...dc4d00769f.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...27124e0598.jpg

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06-13-2023, 04:35 PM
RUS_ZHP

Looks like I never finished a write up about my early winter projects.
Well, here it is:
- complete cooling system overhaul l minus plastic pipes under manifold. I have to go back and do it sometime in 2024.

- complete power steering system overhaul minus the pump.

- DISA valve rebuild

- Dinan parts install: throttle body and intake. I still have to do a software flush, so I can hopefully see any difference.

- restoration of Dinan front strut bar. Mounting plates were powder coated.

- screws and t-nuts for bottom splash guard were replaced with new parts. I hate to see rust on my car and slowly replacing all the parts as I do maintenance or repairs.

- all 4 jack pads were replaced with new one.

- lastly, retrofitted M3 cluster. I just did it for looks. It looks much cleaner and having temperature gauge is cool. I still need to do the wiring for warm-up lights to be functional. LED for the rear doors were added.

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06-13-2023, 05:02 PM
fredo

Well done, sir. I like that list. :thumbsup
06-13-2023, 09:20 PM
RUS_ZHP

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Originally Posted by fredo

Well done, sir. I like that list. :thumbsup

Thanks Fredo!
I just noticed that all the pictures are rotated. Weird. They looks fine on my phone before the upload. I am going to fix it.

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06-14-2023, 06:22 AM
Galapolis

Make sure to get the Dinan software as well, I think you need stage 3 with the TB. Pretty cheap these days (I paid $290 total to get mine) and it provides a nice boost to throttle response.
06-14-2023, 11:06 AM
RUS_ZHP

Quote:

Originally Posted by Galapolis

Make sure to get the Dinan software as well, I think you need stage 3 with the TB. Pretty cheap these days (I paid $290 total to get mine) and it provides a nice boost to throttle response.

Thanks. That is my plan to get stage III. I was surprised how difficult it was to find a shop in Charlotte area that can do. I call 5 BMW specialized places and one dealership. All of them said that they cannot do it. I called Dinan and asked what can I do. After some emails back and forth, they said one place can do it. I just need to make an appointment with them.

I am glad to hear that you noticed the difference. Do you have intake and TB as well?

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06-14-2023, 11:34 AM
Galapolis

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Originally Posted by RUS_ZHP

Thanks. That is my plan to get stage III. I was surprised how difficult it was to find a shop in Charlotte area that can do. I call 5 BMW specialized places and one dealership. All of them said that they cannot do it. I called Dinan and asked what can I do. After some emails back and forth, they said one place can do it. I just need to make an appointment with them.

I am glad to hear that you noticed the difference. Do you have intake and TB as well?

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I have the Dinan intake and Pizza's Garage TB, which should be the same or similar diameter as Dinan.
06-14-2023, 02:11 PM
RUS_ZHP

Quote:

Originally Posted by Galapolis

I have the Dinan intake and Pizza's Garage TB, which should be the same or similar diameter as Dinan.

Cool!
I will post my impressions once software is installed.
I am planning to do it within month or so.

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06-15-2023, 06:46 PM
S2Ace

How's the removal process for the intake box? I've always wanted the dinan intake (damn you NLA BMW intakes!) but was afraid it would make intake removal more annoying with the hose.
06-16-2023, 11:35 PM
BMWCurves

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Originally Posted by Galapolis

I have the Dinan intake and Pizza's Garage TB, which should be the same or similar diameter as Dinan.

Yes, but does yours have the ultra custom signage from ZHPizza himself??

https://i.imgur.com/Ga67yhY.jpeg
06-17-2023, 05:19 AM
Galapolis

It actually says Pizza's Garage on it.:p
06-17-2023, 03:06 PM
RUS_ZHP

Quote:

Originally Posted by S2Ace

How's the removal process for the intake box? I've always wanted the dinan intake (damn you NLA BMW intakes!) but was afraid it would make intake removal more annoying with the hose.

I didn't have a chance to remove it yet. It should be fine since the hose is push in - push out connection type.
And I agree with about BMW Performance intake.

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Originally Posted by BMWCurves

Yes, but does yours have the ultra custom signage from ZHPizza himself??

https://i.imgur.com/Ga67yhY.jpeg

Customized TB... I love it!

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Originally Posted by Galapolis

It actually says Pizza's Garage on it.:p

How come I missed the fact that my neighbor is offering them?! Too bad. Maybe I should get one for the touring.

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06-24-2023, 02:55 PM
RUS_ZHP

Wheels ceramic coating in progress.
My motivation is to reduce the pads dust build up on the wheels. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d22dbbf3dd.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d01d7f7e35.jpg

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06-24-2023, 02:59 PM
fredo

Looking good. Have you tried Akebono ceramic pads?
06-24-2023, 03:04 PM
RUS_ZHP

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Originally Posted by fredo

Looking good. Have you tried Akebono ceramic pads?

Thank you Fredo. I did long time ago on my other car. I didn't like them. I think they were too abrasive for the rotor. May be something else was wrong.
I settled with Textar from FCP.

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06-25-2023, 08:26 AM
RUS_ZHP

I finally did Dinan Stage III for intake and TB. Initial thoughts, car is pulling a bit stronger between 4.5 - 6k rpm. I hope this is not just my butt dyno. I need to drive it more in order to make a conclusion.
In order to better optimize performance, I changed all ignition coils. That was a good maintenance since I haven't changed them for ~80k miles. I went with Delphi coils from FCP.
Car mileage: 182,298 for Dinan software and 182,366 for the coils. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...02ebf9a230.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...6b1fad3dbf.jpg https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ccd9c1996a.jpg

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06-26-2023, 07:49 AM
san

Changing the coils made a good difference in how the car accelerates and how the engine revs in general. I went with Eldor.

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06-29-2023, 08:46 AM
RUS_ZHP

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Originally Posted by san

Changing the coils made a good difference in how the car accelerates and how the engine revs in general. I went with Eldor.

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I needed to change them since they were old. Car accelerates strong.
I should of change them about 5k miles ago, when I replaced spark plugs.

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06-29-2023, 08:50 AM
RUS_ZHP

I changed all the lug bolts. Mine were rusty and slightly beat up.
Also, re-installed CCA badge. The threaded rod was rusty and replaced it with stainless.
I hate rust.

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06-29-2023, 09:00 AM
cakM3

Quote:

Originally Posted by RUS_ZHP

I changed all the lug bolts. Mine were rusty and slightly beat up.

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Looks like fresh Roundels for your wheels will spruce things up as well Sergy :thumbsup
07-01-2023, 01:47 PM
RUS_ZHP

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Originally Posted by cakM3

Looks like fresh Roundels for your wheels will spruce things up as well Sergy :thumbsup

Thank you Charlie. I noticed that too and added to my list.

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07-01-2023, 01:52 PM
RUS_ZHP

Installed my front Dinan bar back. I pulled it out several month ago because I wanted to powder coat both mounts. They had a lot of scratches and looked ugly. In addition, I cleaned the aluminum bar itself with fine scotch brite to clear some surface oxidation. Also, refreshed the Dinan sign.
Lastly, replaced slightly corroded nuts and bolts with stainless one.

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07-01-2023, 01:54 PM
RUS_ZHP

I do not know why all of my pictures are coming our cruket. Even if I rotate them, still coming out like garbage once posted.
That is annoying.

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07-01-2023, 02:39 PM
fredo

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I have seen that issue when pics are taken with iPad or iPhone.

Just for fun: I saved this pic to my PC and rotated it.

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07-01-2023, 03:20 PM
cakM3

Sergy, those DINAN strut mounts look amazing! Great choice using stainless steel hardware as well :thumbsup
07-03-2023, 09:01 AM
RUS_ZHP

Quote:

Originally Posted by cakM3

Sergy, those DINAN strut mounts look amazing! Great choice using stainless steel hardware as well :thumbsup

Thank you Charlie. Trying to remove all the rust from the car-:)))

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