none of mines ever broke when i take the dash trims off. just take your time, don't get impatient. that's how you break things.
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none of mines ever broke when i take the dash trims off. just take your time, don't get impatient. that's how you break things.
Hmm. Perhaps.Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
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Consider yourself extremely lucky. It's damn near impossible to get them off without damaging them. Nine times out of 10, at least one will come out of the dash, damaging them.Quote:
Originally Posted by sillieidiot
Usually the little ears get weak and break off. Other times, they'll get stuck on the pin, and taking it off of those is a PITA in itself.
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Originally Posted by ELCID86
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yeah i never had that happen when i'm the first to open it. usually i encounter that shit when someone already took out the trims first and it's like partially broken already. before i just used the bmw screw driver and just wiggle it out. now i have trim tools so it goes by so much faster lol i still have to be more careful on my car than with other cars because i have CF trim.Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
You should post a video so we can learn from you. lolQuote:
Originally Posted by sillieidiot
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Can someone please tell me the part number for the K&N filter for the Gruppe M intake? Or post a link? Thanks!
Does anyone have good or bad experience with Hella for electronics? I'm looking at ordering a replacement oil level sensor (mine's on the fritz) but the Genuine BMW part is something like $160 while Hella's is ~$70.
Wish I could help, but I have no clue. Someone who knows will chime in soon, I'm sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
I don't know about hella specifically, but when I was researching oil Lvl sensor, everybody said go OEM on that one.
I think Hella is solid. Let others chime in though
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When I replaced the sensor on my car, I just bit the bullet and got the OE one from thebmwminipartsstore.com
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Originally Posted by danewilson77
Hmm...people seem to like Genuine BMW. I appreciate the input. Has anyone had any issues with Hella or is this more of a "it's a sensor, go BMW for that to be sure" thing?Quote:
Originally Posted by Vas
Grab your flame suit and search e46f? Probably more people trying cheaper alternatives there than here.
Is there really a difference between the BMW strut tower brace and the OEM M3 strut tower brace?
BMW Strut Tower Brace
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330...race/ES127298/
OEM M3 Brace
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330...ace/ES2795003/
Overall Strength?
The appearance of my non ZHP E46 changed drastically. I miss you guys :(Attachment 21032
God, I'm so ashamed of myself
I'd be interested in hearing if anyone knows as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jconlin16
Sent them an email, I'll post their response.Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
That non-ZHP looks sharp !Quote:
Originally Posted by NDubSki
Here's the response I got back from ECS:
"Other than the color, it looks like one comes with polished cap nuts and one doesn't. The more expensive kit also looks like it includes more hardware."
I ended up purchasing the silver strut tower brace and plan to paint it black.
The only real difference I spot is that the OEM M3 kit looks to have the strut tower reinforcement plates which should cost about $20 on their own. Let us know what you think once you have it installed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Jconlin16
Yep and I already have reinforcement plates installed, which is actually why I was inquiring about the differences. To purchase individually, you have to piece together the M3 brace, which totals around $305 and that doesn't include mounting hardware. So I decided I'll just paint the bar myself and save the $50. I'll post a review for sure!Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
Thank you! Sold my 325ci (hellrot red ) for cheap just before ibjoined the Air Force. In retrospect, probably could've fixed everything and push her to 220000 miles but it was time for change. Considered for a moment on throwing BMW emblems on there, but then reality set in...Quote:
Originally Posted by fredo
LOL. Nice non ZHP.
Someone local to me is selling used bimmerbrakes headers off a Zhp what's a good offering price?
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Well they're 375 new if irrc. Somewhere south of that depending on condition.Quote:
Originally Posted by bshovers
Got a shimmy at speeds >75., and it pulls very hard to the right at speed, as in I'm constantly pulling the wheel to the left. I think my tires are toast and need an alignment. But regardless I lifted the car and pulled the wheels to evaluate the suspension and don't end components for wear and anything being loose. Brake rotors spin freely no warping. All the ball joints intact no wiggle. Took some videos to show some of my concerns. First when the steering wheel is locked out as in not free, I can grab the steering coupling and it has some play in it...normal, or not? Second video is one of the the wheel rotation on the wheel. I don't think the wheel is bent, but there appears to be some out of true rotation when watching it at the 9 o clock location. Also pics of one of the tires. Thoughts? Thanks guys. https://vimeo.com/137024633
https://vimeo.com/137024652
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Hmmmm
Tie rods loose?
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I have never done brake stuff before, but should I get new brake pad wear sensors or can I reuse the old ones without any issues?
ReuseQuote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
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Perfect, thanks!Quote:
Originally Posted by danewilson77
They don't appear or feel loose. They move on the ball joint but don't have any slack. Idk how to check internal rods.Quote:
Originally Posted by UdubBadger
What wheels have the brake pad sensors?
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Front driver's side, rear passenger side I thinkQuote:
Originally Posted by ELCID86
That is correctQuote:
Originally Posted by NoVAphotog
Thanks guys. Need to yank those wheels and try to find the culprit...
Does anyone know what the part number is for the AC control panel in a car that came stock with navigation? All I can find is 64116956319, which I believe is the same as the non-navigation AC control panel. Are they the same part number?
are you talking about the double din panel?
http://www.ecstuning.com/ES82727/
Yes and no, I guess I'm asking if the AC unit is the same part between navigation and non-navigation equipped e46's, just in a different location with a different bin panelQuote:
Originally Posted by BADCLOWN
I am pretty sure it's the same...Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves
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