The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[yuri]

I would look into the bi-xenon option because the light output is tremendous compared to Halogens. However if they are ZKWs you will need to repair them. Honestly, the best option comes from q fellow on here by the name Clemsone46. He repairs the bowls for the projectors. It's a great service.

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Also, can't I just install an HID kit in place of the halogen? Are the projectors the same as the bi-xenon? I'm guessing it's just missing the ballast and the switch for high-beam.

[Avetiso]

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Also, can't I just install an HID kit in place of the halogen? Are the projectors the same as the bi-xenon? I'm guessing it's just missing the ballast and the switch for high-beam.

Halogen uses reflectors not projectors. You can't install HID into reflectors unless you retrofit projectors.

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[Avetiso]

Hey fellas, D4 ATF or 75wXX MTL for my transmission? Looking for best synchro performance.

Also, how many quarts do I need?

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So this doesn't get buried. Anyone know or have recommendations?

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[stephenkirsh]

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Also, can't I just install an HID kit in place of the halogen? Are the projectors the same as the bi-xenon? I'm guessing it's just missing the ballast and the switch for high-beam.

Yea you can. I looked into it on my zhp. You can get a decent pair as low as $150.

My previous e46 had xenon. Difference is fairly significant, but since I do so little night driving it doesn't bother me.

I'll be doing a headlight refresh soon, staying with halogens. New bulbs, lenses, and clear corners. All in it's about $150-200 I think. The lenses are the most expensive part.

[yuri]

Yea you can. I looked into it on my zhp. You can get a decent pair as low as $150.

My previous e46 had xenon. Difference is fairly significant, but since I do so little night driving it doesn't bother me.

I'll be doing a headlight refresh soon, staying with halogens. New bulbs, lenses, and clear corners. All in it's about $150-200 I think. The lenses are the most expensive part.

Pricing doesn't seem so bad on set of ZXW-R lenses: http://www.theretrofitsource.com/com...l#.U2vkH61dWJA
I think all you need is lenses and ballasts for a nice setup that will probably beat the stock bi-xenons.
I learned a lot today. Thanks again for your help.

[gmurphy]

Hey fellas, D4 ATF or 75wXX MTL for my transmission? Looking for best synchro performance.

Also, how many quarts do I need?

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I recommend Redline MTL. 2 quarts should suffice. Fill the gearbox and once it spills out wait until the excess starts dripping rather than acting as a stream. That way it isn't over full


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[alexandre]

Tranny capacity is ~2qts i believe. I run 1qt ATF 1qt MTL and it's a great compromise for the climate up here. No issues with synchros.


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[Avetiso]

Tranny capacity is ~2qts i believe. I run 1qt ATF 1qt MTL and it's a great compromise for the climate up here. No issues with synchros.


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I recommend Redline MTL. 2 quarts should suffice. Fill the gearbox and once it spills out wait until the excess starts dripping rather than acting as a stream. That way it isn't over full


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Thanks. I'll go with full MTL since it doesn't get too cold here. What's he best weight? 75w80/85/90?

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[alexandre]

Depends on the tranny. I don't remember exactly but I think if you have a green sticker it's straight MTL and if it's yellow it's 75-90 gear oil (for redline fluids at least)


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[gmurphy]

Thanks. I'll go with full MTL since it doesn't get too cold here. What's he best weight? 75w80/85/90?

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I have 75W-80. I have had it since March and it got down to the lower thirties and I didn't have any problems. it's good stuff


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