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05-08-2023, 06:33 AM | #22397 |
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05-08-2023, 10:24 AM | #22399 |
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Glad to hear that you caught her, I got a picture of the guy that ran after hitting my car while parked in the driveway and will likely never get my deductible back. The case went to an auditor and they said my lone witness, a former roommate wasn't "neutral". I guess the combo of a picture of his tag as he was fleeing and a witness didn't count. I hope that her Insurance Provider pays a premium for the accident and her premiums jump substantially.
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05-08-2023, 11:40 AM | #22400 |
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Changed the oil in the E91, windshield upper seal which was a pita and pulled out some old fluid out of the brake master and power steering reservoirs and replaced with new fluid. I’ve read that doing this a few times is close to as good as changing the fluid entirely and way easier.
Did a light polish on the headlights with a pad and then “sealed” with some random paste wax I had to keep them clear. Also started putting together a 3 stage intake to put in it maybe next weekend
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05-08-2023, 05:27 PM | #22402 | |
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Then you can start with trim, like chrome delete, mirror cap, handles. Don't start on big panel . Bumpers are the most difficult. all dents on panels will show under the wrap. A full prep is needed with primer. Use legit wrap, 3m is popular, vinyl frog too. Make sure you use a reputable manufacturer, if you miss a panel, it's easy to order the exact same colour cut to your needs. Depending of you confidence level, you can buy spare, but not necessary. I would choose a color that will fit with a non-wraped roof. yes you have to have a underline cut, wrap around the edge, few mm. Best advice I got , it not to stretch the wrap on large pannel. Some dip you dont have the choice to heat and stretch, but avoid it on hood, fenders and doors. It will be visible after some heat cycle outside. good luck, I personally did only small parts mainly for chrome delete, it's fairly easy with quality product, but it's also expensive if you mess up. Large panel you need a helper. If you succeed, there's a big buck saving right there, I dont know at your location, but here people don't move under 1500-2000$ man hour only |
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05-08-2023, 06:03 PM | #22403 |
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As far as side stripes go, so long as you aren't stretching the film/vinyl then you will have no issue with peel backs. Peel backs will only occur if you stretch the piece to sit on the car ad the heat will bring the vinyl to its original shape. So no stretch and you will be golden. Keep in mind as well that vinyl brand will make a difference. Cheaper vinyl will have weaker adhesive backing which will peel back. If you are afraid then add adhesive promoter to the edges.
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05-08-2023, 06:07 PM | #22404 |
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Random but just finished up full Stealth PPF on this new X7. This one kicked my butt as all edges needed to be hidden to show no gloss.
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05-08-2023, 09:45 PM | #22405 |
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Time to start custom fabrication for dual Gauges within the driver side vent.
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05-09-2023, 06:34 PM | #22406 |
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New belt, idler pulley, tensioner at 107k miles. FCP Euro. Did not remove the fan or airbox. I do have a swivel ratchet, and skinny arms lol.
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05-09-2023, 07:29 PM | #22407 |
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Overdose and E91_AKD.............Thank you for the info, if I do get it done I'll have it done by a shop. I've come to realize that the easier a job looks, the harder it is and that ease comes from years of experience. I was thinking maybe a couple hundred bucks but after reading your posts don't think that is a realistic number.
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05-09-2023, 07:50 PM | #22408 |
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Mounted style 32s from my old e39. I think I like them more than the Arc 8s that came off
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I took some pictures...will take some looking to locate them. It worked good, but they have lost some of the improvement. Not sure I would do it again. Both set of headlights were in very poor condition before I treated them.
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05-10-2023, 10:03 AM | #22411 |
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Some heavy modifications so far. Vent removed and front upper section of Cowell was cut to make room for gouges. Front area of driver vent will need to be trimmed so gouges can slide all the way back. Some more tinkering and I'll have cleaned up pictures soon.
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05-10-2023, 11:16 AM | #22412 | |
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I'm in a similar situation. Lenses are yellowed and hazy. On a previous car I've done the 3M kit with the drill attachment and seal with Meguiars Keep Clear spray, but they start yellowing again after 3-4 months. Last time I used Cerakote and they were crystal clear for the week after but have started to dull. No yellowing which is good, but they're just slightly cloudy. I'm not sure what to do on the E93. I have a cerakote kit and was planning to remove the bumper to do a thorough job, but now I'm thinking at that point I might as well just remove the headlights and replace the plastic lenses. |
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05-10-2023, 04:46 PM | #22413 |
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Paid 1300 for a new valve cover and gasket. Dreaded PCV diaphragm.
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05-10-2023, 07:07 PM | #22415 |
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Got her back from the specialist after going in for few long-standing issues start/stop not working , aircon not working . After £££££ incl a couple of issues I didn’t know it had like egr valve having to be replaced and new aircon condenser . Getting rid of the 318 courtsey car that I had to fix lol 😂feels like mine is fast now lol
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05-10-2023, 07:13 PM | #22416 |
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Had my E92 paved around with asphalt by the HOA aswell as my brothers G37…. The road was scheduled to be asphalted the 12th and today the 10th they decided to do it at 10 in the morning and sent an email to move the cars parked in the street (e92 is not my daily) since I obviously was at work they just went and paved around leaving where the cars are, unpaved.
The cars are full of asphalt rocks, dust and the g37 some of the rocks when we popped the hood, came off and took clear coat with them. Lennar and the company that runs the HOA are gonna hear about us. In case you needed any more reasons to not buy a place with an HOA
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05-11-2023, 01:31 AM | #22418 |
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A bit behind though last weekend:
Replaced front glass seal Replaced Rear glass seal Self-service oil change (With OFH deep clean) New tires, balance and alignment New cabin air filter New DMTL pump replacement New side markers installed (TYC, good quality) Washed and sealed with ceramic coatings |
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