The Random E46/ZHP Question Thread

[John in VA]

Usually I wait on the weather. No snow in sight! ❄️

There could be snow west of the divide on Sunday.

[holyc0w]

Does anyone know the part number for the cap that should be here?


Could it be 64538387437 or does this one look different?

[704sw]

It’s probably a little late for me to be asking, but how stupid am I for doing all this work with the subframe dropped, and not having a reinforcement kit to add in there?

[Hornung418]

It’s probably a little late for me to be asking, but how stupid am I for doing all this work with the subframe dropped, and not having a reinforcement kit to add in there?

Unless you spot any immediate damage, or you plan on going the way of the Nextelbuddy, I would not worry about it. You can always just fill the void with the recommended foam if you feel the need down the road.

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[704sw]

Unless you spot any immediate damage, or you plan on going the way of the Nextelbuddy, I would not worry about it. You can always just fill the void with the recommended foam if you feel the need down the road.

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Thanks Justin. I know the later years are supposed to be better, but I also know all E46s are susceptible.

Re: this bushing tool. I definitely it expected it to be a lot easier to use. I’ve only gotten 2 bushings out, and I’ve been working on it for longer than I care to admit.

[slater]

Unless you spot any immediate damage, or you plan on going the way of the Nextelbuddy, I would not worry about it. You can always just fill the void with the recommended foam if you feel the need down the road.

foam isn't the answer... cars have failed with foam. it does not address the root of the problem.

Thanks Justin. I know the later years are supposed to be better, but I also know all E46s are susceptible.

Re: this bushing tool. I definitely it expected it to be a lot easier to use. I’ve only gotten 2 bushings out, and I’ve been working on it for longer than I care to admit.

are you using the koch tool? how do you have it setup? i removed all 4 of mine subframe bushes in about 10min.

as for the RACP... your car has the best fighting chance because it was built after 10/2004, so it has the factory reinforcement panel. this doesn't guarantee it won't fail, but it definitely helps.

the best solution is the VinceBar kit... it addresses the root of the problem and if you don't have any cracks in the RACP, you can install without VinceSkinz.

[danewilson77]

Does anyone know the part number for the cap that should be here?


Could it be 64538387437 or does this one look different?

Tried (and failed) to find definitive P/N for this cap.

I think it's part of the pipe (i.e. Included with pipe p/n).

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[holyc0w]

Tried (and failed) to find definitive P/N for this cap.

I think it's part of the pipe (i.e. Included with pipe p/n).

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Thanks, what's the pipe p/n?

May I get a close up picture of the cap?

This might be better for a junkyard search.

[Hermes]

Cap comes with the pipe. Just go to an auto parts store and get a low side ac cap

[Prestovie]

Quick question: how many people downshift in day to day life when coming to a stop? Dumb question I know, but my brother claims it’s better to neutral brake than engine brake, says it’s better to replace brakes than a clutch. Opinions?


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