MINI today? #2

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12-30-2013, 07:12 PM
3ZHP

Thanks Charlie, Dane, I know it should feel good but, I just can't break the habit of putting my gloves on yet. I'll try again tomorrow. :(
12-30-2013, 07:17 PM
WolfBMW

Charlie, your CSL project is so cool, I can't wait to see the finished product!

This afternoon my dad and I went out and bought a polisher and we buffed out minor scratches (some of them my fault, novice snow-shoveler that I am--won't make that mistake again!) and detailed the car. It looks great with cleaned-up wheels and a fresh coat of wax.

Those style 135's are a pain, but they look so good once they're clean!
12-30-2013, 07:23 PM
das boots

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Originally Posted by cakM3

Today I made two mirror control wiring harnesses, one for me and the other for a very good friend who will be getting the Status Gruppe carbon fiber door inserts for his ///M.

When he's done you won't be able to tell the difference between his door cards and my OEM CSL door cards. Except his will be much cheaper than mine ;)

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Charlie...wondering if you are into making wiring harnesses into a business venture for folks with sedan that wants to convert to M3 mirrors. Just thinking...that's all.
12-30-2013, 07:49 PM
az3579

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Originally Posted by das boots

Charlie...wondering if you are into making wiring harnesses into a business venture for folks with sedan that wants to convert to M3 mirrors. Just thinking...that's all.

Converting to M3 mirrors entails swapping the mirror motors from the squarish mirrors to the M3 housing. No wiring is needed...

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12-30-2013, 08:14 PM
ELCID86

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Originally Posted by WolfBMW

Those style 135's are a pain, but they look so good once they're clean!

Great project.

Quite a pain--the small gap... The detailer today used a strong wheel cleaner (Sonax product: http://www.detailersdomain.com/Sonax...0ml_p_324.html) and something called Ride & Shine and a long haired badger brush like this: http://www.detailersdomain.com/Adams...ush_p_727.html Worked really well. He used this on the lug nut holes: http://www.chemicalguys.com/Chemical..._p/acc_s90.htm

I had been using this: http://www.autogeek.net/laitner-spoke-brush.html but it still isn't ideal. This one works ok: http://www.autogeek.net/mothers-tire...brush-kit.html (long one).
12-31-2013, 05:46 AM
cakM3

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Originally Posted by WolfBMW

Charlie, your CSL project is so cool, I can't wait to see the finished product!

Thanks Monroe! Just so you know, I'm always at Larz Anderson's BMW day on Father's day. Been showing my ///M there for the past 4 years now....maybe I might see you and others from the Boston area this year :) I'm also up for local meets, just need a heads up to make sure my schedule is clear :)
12-31-2013, 05:52 AM
WolfBMW

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Originally Posted by cakM3

Thanks Monroe! Just so you know, I'm always at Larz Anderson's BMW day on Father's day. Been showing my ///M there for the past 4 years now....maybe I might see you and others from the Boston area this year :) I'm also up for local meets, just need a heads up to make sure my schedule is clear :)

You know, I'll be moved out of the Northeast by then! I like the idea of a meetup, but when it comes to actually doing it I've been overloaded with work and thesis this year and it hasn't been on the top of my priority list. On the other hand, late spring after my thesis is due would be perfect :) so we'll see!
12-31-2013, 05:56 AM
cakM3

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Originally Posted by WolfBMW

You know, I'll be moved out of the Northeast by then! I like the idea of a meetup, but when it comes to actually doing it I've been overloaded with work and thesis this year and it hasn't been on the top of my priority list. On the other hand, late spring after my thesis is due would be perfect :) so we'll see!

No problem Monroe! I've been there regarding college and work...;) I graduated last September which is why I have gone all-in regarding my mods lately :) Since graduating from college I have more time to pursue my BMW interests/hobbies...;)
12-31-2013, 11:27 AM
Hermes

Spend $80 on tools today for the E21. Cobalt LHD bit set from Snap-On (I kept breaking the Harbor Freight crap trying to remove that broken bolt), and a 3.5mm Allen hex bit 1/4" drive socket so I can adjust my AFM
12-31-2013, 11:45 AM
stephenkirsh

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What did you do for your ZHP/ BMW / MINI today? #2

Everybody's getting all this work done and I'm stuck at work! At least nobody's parked near me today.

Last night I ordered a MediaBridge from ECS and some trim replacement pieces.

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