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03-25-2014, 07:29 AM
328ioc

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Originally Posted by Avetiso

Happens to me when I unlock. Not sure, possibly the GM5.

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The search continues.....

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03-25-2014, 07:30 AM
Avetiso

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Originally Posted by 328ioc

The search continues.....

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Mirrors are overrated anyway.

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03-25-2014, 07:31 AM
gmurphy

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Originally Posted by stephenkirsh

I know this isn't helpful as I don't know the brands, but I'm using OEM fluid from the dealer in both since I had the hook up.

I think these are both OE fluids. I will call the dealer.

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03-25-2014, 08:28 AM
bullfrogs_M3

Can anyone tell me if this is the correct fix (referenced in the thread below) for this or what I should do to fix my "violin clutch"

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=834188 (Optio posted a vid and I have this exact sound)
03-25-2014, 02:26 PM
gmurphy

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Originally Posted by gmurphy

Alrighty I plan on doing my INSPECTION II service in the next few months and want to know the best fluids for the job,specifically diff and tranny wise. I have been looking at these two options and they look to be as close to OE as you can get. Any thoughts
Diff Castrol: http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330...ain/ES2562683/
Transmission (Pentosin): http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330...ain/ES1893847/

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Anyone running the diff fluid?

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03-25-2014, 02:31 PM
Avetiso

I thought redline was the go-to fluid for tranny and diff?

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03-25-2014, 02:32 PM
gmurphy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avetiso

I thought redline was the go-to fluid for tranny and diff?

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Ya I'm considering that stuff too just wanted to see if anyone was running the OE fluid. Or what ECS says is OE fluid anyway.

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03-25-2014, 02:32 PM
gmurphy

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Originally Posted by danewilson77

Not sure about those choices.

I'm running Pentosin in my tranny and Redline in my diff FWIW.

Do you like the tranny fluid?

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03-25-2014, 02:42 PM
gmurphy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avetiso

I thought redline was the go-to fluid for tranny and diff?

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I think I will just go with redline. It is tested and well liked!

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03-25-2014, 03:19 PM
danewilson77

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Originally Posted by gmurphy

Do you like the tranny fluid?

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OK. Looks like you've made your mind up.
03-25-2014, 03:30 PM
gmurphy

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Originally Posted by danewilson77

OK. Looks like you've made your mind up.

On second though.. Lol. Redline for my diff is settled but tranny... Hmmm. How's the fluid you are using? If I recall correctly you have had experience with many different fluids so spill the beans! :)

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03-25-2014, 03:31 PM
danewilson77

I've ran the Royal Purple, Red Line, and Pentosin in my ZHP.

I rank them:

1. Pentosin
1. Redline
3. Royal Purple

Have a ball.

Terra ran the Pentosin in his, and had positive things to say. His experience was good enough for me, and I'm glad I went that way.

Though I don't think you be doing a bad thing using the Redline.
03-25-2014, 03:35 PM
Newjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by danewilson77

I've ran the Royal Purple, Red Line, and Pentosin in my ZHP.

I rank them:

1. Pentosin
1. Redline
3. Royal Purple

Have a ball.

Terra ran the Pentosin in his, and had positive things to say. His experience was good enough for me, and I'm glad I went that way.

Though I don't think you be doing a bad thing using the Redline.

I'm running pentosin in my trans and redline in my diff. BMW told me to use pentosin in my trans based off the sticker on the side of it.

I highly recommend you do not use royal purple. If I remember correctly, Keith put it in his trans for a little while and sent it to Blackstone for analysis. Blackstone grilled it suggesting to immediately take it out because it was causing damage.

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03-25-2014, 03:36 PM
gmurphy

The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by danewilson77

I've ran the Royal Purple, Red Line, and Pentosin in my ZHP.

I rank them:

1. Pentosin
1. Redline
3. Royal Purple

Have a ball.

Terra ran the Pentosin in his, and had positive things to say. His experience was good enough for me, and I'm glad I went that way.

Though I don't think you be doing a bad thing using the Redline.

Awesome thanks Dane!

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03-25-2014, 03:37 PM
gmurphy

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Originally Posted by Newjack

I'm running pentosin in my trans and redline in my diff. BMW told me to use pentosin in my trans based off the sticker on the side of it.

I highly recommend you do not use royal purple. If I remember correctly, Keith put it in his trans for a little while and sent it to Blackstone for analysis. Blackstone grilled it suggesting to immediately take it out because it was causing damage.

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Thank you too!

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03-25-2014, 03:39 PM
danewilson77

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Originally Posted by Newjack

I highly recommend you do not use royal purple. If I remember correctly, Keith put it in his trans for a little while and sent it to Blackstone.....
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I remember this as well.

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03-25-2014, 08:06 PM
JKO_ZHP

Lurking around, I believe it's time to change the trans/diff fluid.

Just a few things though....
1) I asked my guy about Pentosin and Redline. He asked what specs for Pentosin (guess I'll have to do some more digging) and said Redline for the diff is a waste unless you are tracking the car. I have no idea what this means but he did say it's like getting R comp. tires and only commuting with them. Looking back I guess this means it's not cheap....? And there's other alternatives?

2) Same fluids for manuals work with autos?

3) What's the general consensus on when to change the fluid? Based on miles or time? I know most of us change our engine oil anywhere from 3,000 miles to 7,000 miles with 3k being the more conservative (PREservative) end but what about the trans/diff?

4) Flush or just change?
03-25-2014, 09:03 PM
Pip

Well there are lots of options for the diff and redline is a popular one. If go with Mobil or redline just because availability and quality. For the ATF I strongly urge OEM, but that is expensive and hard to find. The new fluid BMW is selling is remarked dex6. There are many auto guys here that have used redline atf d4 and been fine. My tranny didn't like it so much. Not sure how many miles you have, but I'd change before 60k if possible. If you wait not a big deal because Gary and others have higher mileage autos and have done the fluid change late in the game. As for flush or change on the ATF do the change. You will be dropping the tranny pan and putting a new filter in so about 7-9qts...I think.
03-25-2014, 09:05 PM
Pip

I think atf every 30k after your first one and the diff every 50kish? Dane has a pretty good log or maybe it was the Mike Miller sheet.
03-25-2014, 09:14 PM
KevinC

My indy just changed the trans & diff fluids in my Z4MC, and used Redline in both. The differential lube was kinda stupid-expensive, but hey, in that exotic locking diff, I figure I should use the good stuff.. even if I mostly drive it like an old lady (well ok not MOSTLY, but...).
03-27-2014, 09:19 AM
ELCID86

Right front window is very slow to go up/down on Colin's car. Do I need a new regulator?
03-27-2014, 09:23 AM
Avetiso

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Originally Posted by ELCID86

Right front window is very slow to go up/down on Colin's car. Do I need a new regulator?

Any noises? Crunching, scratching, etc?
03-27-2014, 09:27 AM
danewilson77

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Originally Posted by ELCID86

Right front window is very slow to go up/down on Colin's car. Do I need a new regulator?

Yes. Get a new one.

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03-27-2014, 11:56 AM
ELCID86

Quote:

Originally Posted by Avetiso

Any noises? Crunching, scratching, etc?

No. Hard to replace Dane?

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03-27-2014, 12:01 PM
328ioc

Quote:

Originally Posted by ELCID86

No. Hard to replace Dane?

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I've done 4 of them so I can probably do it in about 45 min....

Maybe 1 hour for a first timer.

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03-27-2014, 12:02 PM
NoVAphotog

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Originally Posted by ELCID86

Right front window is very slow to go up/down on Colin's car. Do I need a new regulator?

Might be in that same boat with you Shawn, my left front one does the same thing. Was looking at the zip-tie method but saw a thread on here from awhile ago where someone (dane?) basically said to just go ahead and replace the whole thing since you will have already taken apart the door at that point anyway.
03-27-2014, 12:02 PM
Avetiso

Don't tear the barrier.

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03-27-2014, 12:21 PM
328ioc

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Originally Posted by NoVAphotog

Might be in that same boat with you Shawn, my left front one does the same thing. Was looking at the zip-tie method but saw a thread on here from awhile ago where someone (dane?) basically said to just go ahead and replace the whole thing since you will have already taken apart the door at that point anyway.

Correct.

I did Zip Tie my new one though to help it last longer.

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03-27-2014, 12:22 PM
PirateZHP

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Originally Posted by ELCID86

No. Hard to replace Dane?

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I don't know... I have never had to replace a Dane. But I hear the window regulator isn't too bad. :roundel
03-27-2014, 01:38 PM
ELCID86

Thanks. I'll add to Colin's car's To-Do list and do it while I have the doors apart for the interior swap this summer.
03-27-2014, 01:41 PM
danewilson77

Quote:

Originally Posted by ELCID86

No. Hard to replace Dane?

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Originally Posted by 328ioc

I've done 4 of them so I can probably do it in about 45 min....

Maybe 1 hour for a first timer.

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Yep.

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03-30-2014, 07:13 AM
blalor

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What is this connector? Right side of trunk, is bundled to the smaller positive battery cable. Two of three pins populated in the connector. I found something similar by one of the seat belts when I had the interior out.
03-30-2014, 07:55 AM
ELCID86

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Originally Posted by blalor

What is this connector? Right side of trunk, is bundled to the smaller positive battery cable. Two of three pins populated in the connector. I found something similar by one of the seat belts when I had the interior out.

According to previous posts I think it had to do with shipment of the cars from Deutchland.
03-31-2014, 11:12 AM
johnrando

This thread got me thinking, what trunk stickers came on the late model (05, '06) cars?

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...4#post16080174
03-31-2014, 12:06 PM
mbeckel

What spark plug would y'all recommend for my zhp? Given my future plans of transforming this into a track/street car. Next mod up will be headers and eurocharged

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03-31-2014, 12:07 PM
Avetiso

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbeckel

What spark plug would y'all recommend for my zhp? Given my future plans of transforming this into a track/street car. Next mod up will be headers and eurocharged

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NGK

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03-31-2014, 12:08 PM
mbeckel

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Originally Posted by Avetiso

NGK

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Perfect. Thanks sir. That's what I had in mind. Just need to trust my gut a little more

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03-31-2014, 12:13 PM
wsmeyer

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnrando

This thread got me thinking, what trunk stickers came on the late model (05, '06) cars?

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...4#post16080174

3 on mine.

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03-31-2014, 12:15 PM
ELCID86

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnrando

This thread got me thinking, what trunk stickers came on the late model (05, '06) cars?

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...4#post16080174

Stickers?? They're badges bro! ;-)

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03-31-2014, 12:35 PM
gmurphy

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnrando

This thread got me thinking, what trunk stickers came on the late model (05, '06) cars?

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...4#post16080174

05 sedan http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/01/mydu8e8a.jpg

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