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02-28-2017, 11:00 AM
Prestovie

What's supposed to be in the back left of the engine bay? I've seen multiple BMWs with a space there, and it's not for the airflow, so I have no idea what it's for. My only guess is that it's where the battery used to be located because there is a positive terminal hanging there. Anyone else?

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02-28-2017, 11:08 AM
derbo

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Originally Posted by anandoc

+1 - its always hot. If you want a switched supply, you can tap into the homelink connector tucked away within the sunroof motor area. That ways your bluetooth receiver would be out of sight as well as only powered while your car is on.

Yea, I'll most likely rewire it to 12V Switched. SO BOTHERSOME to unplug all the time ;)
02-28-2017, 11:11 AM
derbo

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Originally Posted by Prestovie

What's supposed to be in the back left of the engine bay? I've seen multiple BMWs with a space there, and it's not for the airflow, so I have no idea what it's for. My only guess is that it's where the battery used to be located because there is a positive terminal hanging there. Anyone else?

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The DSC MK20 and the 20-pin diagnostic plug sits in there on early models.

It also serves as symmetry for the RHD models. :)

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02-28-2017, 11:12 AM
anandoc

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Originally Posted by Prestovie

What's supposed to be in the back left of the engine bay? I've seen multiple BMWs with a space there, and it's not for the airflow, so I have no idea what it's for. My only guess is that it's where the battery used to be located because there is a positive terminal hanging there. Anyone else?

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You mean engine bay, passenger side? Its known as the "drug bin". The RHD BMWs (e.g. ones in UK) have the brake reservoir on that side due to differences in the steering placement etc.

The positive and ground terminals there are for you to jump-start your car or give others a boost.
02-28-2017, 12:58 PM
BMWCurves

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Originally Posted by derbo

The DSC MK20 and the 20-pin diagnostic plug sits in there on early models.

It also serves as symmetry for the RHD models. :)

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Is that what it is? My sister's Canadian 2003 330Xi has a similar looking module/component (I think, I'm going from memory). I assumed it had to do with the AWD system somehow.
02-28-2017, 01:43 PM
az3579

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Originally Posted by BMWCurves

Is that what it is? My sister's Canadian 2003 330Xi has a similar looking module/component (I think, I'm going from memory). I assumed it had to do with the AWD system somehow.

I'm think that's an AWD thing, relocated there for some reason.
02-28-2017, 05:37 PM
derbo

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Originally Posted by az3579

I'm think that's an AWD thing, relocated there for some reason.

Maybe the migration to the mk60 gave room for the xi components?

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02-28-2017, 08:36 PM
johnrando

Keith, did you ever finish your drug bin cover work?

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03-01-2017, 06:55 AM
BMWCurves
Three questions:
- What is a fair price range for good condition used E46 M3 side mirrors?
- I'm thinking of converting my fog light lenses to yellow lenses. What are common options, a coating or finding aftermarket lens options?
- In that same vein, I'm thinking about maybe switching to non-fluted i.e. clear lenses. What are my options for finding clear lenses, are there aftermarket options or should I try and go used?
As always, I appreciate any words of advice!
03-01-2017, 07:05 AM
Sockethead

I don't think you can buy just the lenses for the fog lights... I tried years ago. The after market (depo) fog lights have clear lenses. I've had those on my car for years without any issues
03-01-2017, 01:49 PM
stephenkirsh

Laminix makes a yellow covering you can just put over the lens
03-01-2017, 03:08 PM
sillieidiot
Quote:
Originally Posted by BMWCurves

Three questions:

What is a fair price range for good condition used E46 M3 side mirrors?
I'm thinking of converting my fog light lenses to yellow lenses. What are common options, a coating or finding aftermarket lens options?
In that same vein, I'm thinking about maybe switching to non-fluted i.e. clear lenses. What are my options for finding clear lenses, are there aftermarket options or should I try and go used?

As always, I appreciate any words of advice!
between 250-350 for the mirrors. depending on condition.

just use lamin-x yellow film. otherwise, i guess you can try staining the glass.

you'll need to buy new foglight housings. the DEPO ones are actually pretty close to OE quality. They just have thinner glass and the adjustment screw is a little different.
03-01-2017, 07:14 PM
Prestovie

Quote:

Originally Posted by anandoc

You mean engine bay, passenger side? Its known as the "drug bin". The RHD BMWs (e.g. ones in UK) have the brake reservoir on that side due to differences in the steering placement etc.

The positive and ground terminals there are for you to jump-start your car or give others a boost.

Sorry I wasn't technical about it lol, think my point got across either way I put it. But that makes sense, thanks, someone needs to hollow out an air filter and cram it in there for... uses [emoji102]

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03-04-2017, 06:49 AM
Prestovie

Was thinking about this recently after my old lanyard broke (KPMG) and I was wondering why I don't see a ZHPmafia lanyard on the cafepress site? Has it been brought up here before? Either a lanyard or a keychain of some sort would be really cool imo, thoughts?
03-04-2017, 06:59 AM
Prestovie

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Something like this:
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03-04-2017, 05:55 PM
sillieidiot

that looks ugly imo lol
03-06-2017, 05:59 AM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by sillieidiot

that looks ugly imo lol

Well alrighty then

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03-06-2017, 06:12 AM
704sw

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Originally Posted by Prestovie

Something like this:
Attachment 29282 Attachment 29283

What about a simple monochromatic theme? White/grey lanyard with black text (keep the car red, of course)?
03-06-2017, 07:56 AM
san

Did any of you change the oil dip stick tube when replacing the ccv system? I didn't when I replaced the ccv on my Zhp but noticed that ecs tuning recommends it...

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03-06-2017, 07:59 AM
Sockethead

You don't need to replace the tube unless it's damaged but you should replace the o-ring on it
03-06-2017, 08:18 AM
san

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Originally Posted by Sockethead

You don't need to replace the tube unless it's damaged but you should replace the o-ring on it

Thanks Rob!

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03-06-2017, 08:19 AM
Vas

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Originally Posted by san

Did any of you change the oil dip stick tube when replacing the ccv system? I didn't when I replaced the ccv on my Zhp but noticed that ecs tuning recommends it...

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I replaced the o-ring at the bottom and made sure the tube was not clogged.
03-06-2017, 08:20 AM
san

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Originally Posted by Vas

I replaced the o-ring at the bottom and made sure the tube was not clogged.

How did you do that? Just checked visually?

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03-06-2017, 08:29 AM
Vas

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Originally Posted by san

How did you do that? Just checked visually?

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Correct but I also sprayed brake fluid cleaner down it.

Removal is simple since it is just bolted in 1 spot.
03-06-2017, 09:00 AM
san

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Originally Posted by Vas

Correct but I also sprayed brake fluid cleaner down it.

Removal is simple since it is just bolted in 1 spot.

Cool, thanks!

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03-06-2017, 03:16 PM
johnrando

Yup, cleaned it and replaced the O ring, not the whole dipstick tube.
03-07-2017, 07:48 AM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by 704sw

What about a simple monochromatic theme? White/grey lanyard with black text (keep the car red, of course)?

I like that idea, really id use anything with ZHPmafia on it

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03-09-2017, 08:15 AM
Prestovie

This morning I noticed that when I let off the clutch in first gear there was kind of a "whinnying" sound coming from the pedal. Happened again in second but less noticeably. Any ideas? It sounds like metal grinding, but only mainly in first gear

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03-09-2017, 08:34 AM
roadbiker_2

The clutch disc does have rivets on them, you probably have a worn disc, go gently as it does not have much of any life left.

https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-4...FUm5wAodWO8DSg

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03-09-2017, 09:28 AM
Sockethead

or this one:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showt...-clutch-and-PP
03-09-2017, 11:24 AM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by roadbiker_2

The clutch disc does have rivets on them, you probably have a worn disc, go gently as it does not have much of any life left.

https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-4...FUm5wAodWO8DSg

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Oh, oh no, that's bad news... shit and I'm supposed to go to a car meet on Sunday an hour away. I can't even replace that myself, gotta pay labor... ugh, thanks for the help though glad I could catch it now

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03-09-2017, 12:01 PM
Prestovie

Oh my god I just remembered that it's not a stock plate, some Kevlar thing that I saw on a receipt from purchase. I'll have to check when I get home but it wasn't cheap for the whole clutch(like $3k if I remember)

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03-09-2017, 12:14 PM
Prestovie

Scheduled an appointment for tomorrow, they said it would take half the day, but at least it's going to get done

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03-09-2017, 03:11 PM
Sockethead

If it's down to the rivets then everything is going to need to be replaced. Just replace with OEM and save $$
03-09-2017, 04:01 PM
roadbiker_2

Yes, this will require a clutch plate, pressure plate, throw out bearing and a flywheel resurface or replacement. The flywheel is critical as it will need to be resurfaced or replaced to prevent clutch chatter.

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03-09-2017, 05:03 PM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by roadbiker_2

Yes, this will require a clutch plate, pressure plate, throw out bearing and a flywheel resurface or replacement. The flywheel is critical as it will need to be resurfaced or replaced to prevent clutch chatter.

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Oh my god... how much am I looking at here realistically? I feel totally shafted right now, just give it to me straight, still waiting on quote from dealership. Dropped it off today and before I left they were out driving it trying to find the issue and see if it what appears to be.

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03-09-2017, 05:04 PM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by Sockethead

If it's down to the rivets then everything is going to need to be replaced. Just replace with OEM and save $$

Isn't OEM flywheel super heavy though? I'm used to a 15lbs flywheel, I'm not ready for this transition

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03-09-2017, 05:05 PM
roadbiker_2

How old was the clutch and was it slipping or chattering, which means that it wasn't smooth?

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03-09-2017, 05:08 PM
Prestovie

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Originally Posted by roadbiker_2

How old was the clutch and was it slipping or chattering, which means that it wasn't smooth?

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Think it was put in in 2013 but the previous owner did track the car on occasion. Not familiar with what it would feel like if it slipped but the neutral chatter was obvious

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03-09-2017, 05:10 PM
roadbiker_2

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/21207531556/

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