Generally done as preventive maintenance every 80-100k.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
If you're getting misfires, that's a common sign of bad plug.
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Generally done as preventive maintenance every 80-100k.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
If you're getting misfires, that's a common sign of bad plug.
Yep That's all that was around when I was growing up. I remember when the Platinums came out. We thought it was so cool that there was a spark plug that would last 100k... back then we were crazy kids driving everywhere so it seemed like we were changing plugs all the time.Quote:
Originally Posted by slater
I'm not making that much HP so I don't think it would really make a difference. I think I would invest in a new set of coils first...Quote:
Originally Posted by slater
Do our cars have any airconditioning sent to the trunk? I've been surprised at how moderate the temps stayed back there this summer.
Anyone know why the non-M3 (i.e. chrome) front strut brace has gone up in price? It used to be about $260 and now it's $390 or more at most online retailers.
I don't think there's any HVAC ducting that goes beyond the front dashboard in our cars.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dual
No. The ducting goes as far back as the rear seats (under the front seats), but it's pretty weak back there. Nothing goes into the trunk.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dual
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Huh? Where does it come out in the rear?!Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
Foot vents for the back.Quote:
Originally Posted by stephenkirsh
Where? Under seats? I don't recall seeing them when I had the seats out.Quote:
Originally Posted by terraphantm
They're there. I have lost my cellphone in there temporarily.
I guess you're right. And here's a mod for that!Quote:
Originally Posted by Dual
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I have a couple rolls of a sticky black putty used for window installation work. I think it may be 3M window-weld.
I put some on the end of a piece of corrugated board and used it to grab and pull the phone out of the slot.
I assume damaged rubber around the lip of a GruppeM intake can be repaired/replaced with something from Home Depot, but not sure what it would be called. Anyone have any ideas of what I could use?
Wow! I'll have to go find these now. I wonder what's the point since they don't do much and aren't controllable.Quote:
Originally Posted by ELCID86
I would guess that about every twelfth standing start, I can't get my MT into first. Second try always works.
Is this something anyone here has experience with?
When was the last time you change fluids?Quote:
Originally Posted by Dual
Good question! I can find no indication of clutch fluid change ever in the 46,000 life of the car.Quote:
Originally Posted by das boots
Mine does that a lot. Very annoying at times.
I changed the transmission fluid at around 80k but it's due again. Also the engagement point of the self adjusting clutch can change over time or from day to day. That can throw you off.
I usually let out the clutch slowly while pushing it in first and it usually drops in. Or putting it in another gear then trying first again works too
Just FYI, the clutch fluid in our cars is the same as brake fluid. The brake lines and clutch line all use the same fluid, lines, and reservoir.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dual
But agreed with Lawrence, might want to change out your transmission fluid. I did mine around 49k miles, along with the diff fluid. Cheap insurance to keep your car running well.
I sometimes have difficulty engaging 1st gear, especially when the car is cold. Changing fluid helped a bit. Some people had luck with a similar issue by replacing the engine and transmission mounts.
I had the transmission fluid changed in my car about a month ago, 77K miles. The before/after difference is jawdropping!!!! Car shifts so well now........
Anybody know how this Disconnect Tool works? I will be doing a Power Steering Flush and will also replace some hoses. Thanks.
https://www.amazon.com/CTA-3466-Stee...words=cta+3466
That's the same one I used... I don't know how to describe how to use it but here's a pic:
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YouTube????
Basically how it works is when you push it down on the fitting it pushes the plastic clip inward so you can pull the line off.
yep that's it... it's like magic.... it's nearly impossible to get the hose off without it
Buy the tool and save yourself a little heartache. I did both my cars without it. I used a pair of vice-grips and a pair of pliers to accomplish the same thing. One car I was able to do both fittings in about 30 seconds. The other one seemed to take me about 20 minutes. Lots of cursing involved.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sockethead
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How much would it cost on the low-end to get headers and cats installed (parts + labor)?
New or used headers? You can get headers off ebay for pretty cheap.Quote:
Originally Posted by holyc0w
Yeah, something like the ebay headers would work. Though looking into it, I'm not sure the emissions complications are worth it. I want a few more decibels from the exhaust. A bit more performance would be nice, but I might just stick with the exhaust side.
Is this true?
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Yes, but the adaptation stage is very very quick. I can reset mine and it'll be back to how it was within 15 minutes.
I wish there was a way to just keep the "reset" values - I really like those values.
Did not know that, thanks BP!Quote:
Originally Posted by az3579
When replacing the OFHG is it necessary to replace the hex bolts as well? Seems like an overkill to me but the ecstuning kit has the bolts included...
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No. But remember each location of the bolts since they are differentQuote:
Originally Posted by san
Thanks Vas!Quote:
Originally Posted by Vas
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No. And easiest way to do that is just get a piece of cardboard out and draw a little diagram and stuff them into it in the respective order.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
Hello all! New poster here so forgive me if this is not the correct place for this question. I did figure though that this is the kind of random question this thread was made for. So I bought my ZHP recently, a 2006 330ci, and in fact just registered it yesterday. The car runs and drives beautifully. However, there is one small thing that does in fact bug me, as I'm sure it would bug some of you as well, if you're half as anal as I am. Anyway, when looking at the front of my car, I noticed that on one side of the grill, it is flush to the light fixture/trim while the other side seems to be a little askew and further in front of said trim. I thought maybe this could be fixed by adjusting the hood but I thought to come here and ask before I go messing about. Here are a few pics... Any help would be much appreciated! Attachment 27624Attachment 27625
If these pictures don't do it justice just let me know. Thank you again!
Welcome! Has the vehicle been involved in any sort of accident?Quote:
Originally Posted by JAIm255
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Thanks Dan!Quote:
Originally Posted by NoVAphotog
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According to the previous owner a small frontal one, but he replaced the bumper and hood with oem parts... Which is why I was hoping it was just misaligned. I also checked the area behind it and behind the light to see if there was any damage on the inside that would not be seen from the outside, and everything seems to be alright I.e. No damage, or at least to my untrained eye.Quote:
Originally Posted by san
Welcome. Enjoy your stay.
As for the grills. I also recently replaced my grills to the Gloss Black. This is just me. I am not too into the black grills. They do not really seat that well. There are gaps. And they are lose. Maybe I just might decide to remove them and put back the chrome grills. And sell the black grills.
Hopefully my response helps.....the grills are not perfectly fit and seated.