Offical Vancouver Members Thread (#2)

tonig · 09-07-2019, 10:55 AM

Where do you guys go for walnut blasting in the GVA?

Am looking for reasonable pricing.. have seen a few threads here about someone on craigslist doing it for ~$400 but that was a few yrs ago.. thx in advance!

audizzy777 · 02-10-2020, 06:43 PM

Hi guys,

I am new to the forum and new bmw owner (but an old bmw) lol

I bought an '07 E90 335i a few months back and was told that there was no problem with the car (owned by a bmw mechanic) but he lied. Turbos are rattling. I even sent it to his dealership and came back negative.

How much would it cost to replace the turbos and which shop should I send it to. Which shop is not gonna charge me an arm and a leg? LOL

Any tips where i can buy parts and just pay for labour?

Silent9n54 · 02-11-2020, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by audizzy777

Hi guys,

I am new to the forum and new bmw owner (but an old bmw) lol

I bought an '07 E90 335i a few months back and was told that there was no problem with the car (owned by a bmw mechanic) but he lied. Turbos are rattling. I even sent it to his dealership and came back negative.

How much would it cost to replace the turbos and which shop should I send it to. Which shop is not gonna charge me an arm and a leg? LOL

Any tips where i can buy parts and just pay for labour?

There are ways to fix or minimize wastegate rattle, it depends on how bad is it. If you do want to replace turbos check fcpeuro.com since they will give you lifetime warranty on parts, send it to blaine or point roberts and save some money on shipping and duty. Every shop will charge you 20+ hours for the job ( 100+ per hour ) You are looking at $2000-2500 just for the labour.

smak168 · 02-21-2020, 10:31 PM

Hello,

Any recommendations where in the lower mainland to get wheels/tires and springs installed.

Thanks

Canadiesel · 02-22-2020, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smak168

Hello,

Any recommendations where in the lower mainland to get wheels/tires and springs installed.

Thanks

Dales alignment in Surrey.

smak168 · 02-23-2020, 01:08 PM

Thanks for the recommendation...looked them up and the seem promising. Been getting some real outrageous quotes for springs and install lately.

Canadiesel · 02-23-2020, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smak168

Thanks for the recommendation...looked them up and the seem promising. Been getting some real outrageous quotes for springs and install lately.

Actually it's in Langley not surrey. Dales Auto has been good to me in the past. I assume if you're installing lowering springs you will be getting an alignment as well. Dales is one of the best alignment shops in the lower mainland...

I have also used AutoTech Inc for alignments as well and have been very happy with them. They might also be able to help you out. Maybe compare quotes?

marksv4 · 03-13-2020, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Canadiesel

Actually it's in Langley not surrey. Dales Auto has been good to me in the past. I assume if you're installing lowering springs you will be getting an alignment as well. Dales is one of the best alignment shops in the lower mainland...

I have also used AutoTech Inc for alignments as well and have been very happy with them. They might also be able to help you out. Maybe compare quotes?

Ya I would not go to Dales, first and last time there.

Canadiesel · 03-13-2020, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by marksv4

Ya I would not go to Dales, first and last time there.

I haven't been to Dale's in a few years but talking to other local groups it sounds like they have gone down hill from when they were the "go-to alignment shop".

Slow335d · 04-14-2020, 05:32 AM

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum, I got a 2009 335d, without the sport package. I have installed a M3 steering wheel with LCI paddle shifters on my car and the paddle shifters don't work. Anyone has any idea what I need to do to get it to work? I heard I have to re solder all the paddle shifter wiring, is there any easier way of doing it or is that the only way?
Also if anyone is interested in seeing my 335d build, follow me on Instagram @slow335d
Thanks in advance!

bobbytomorow · 05-31-2020, 05:38 AM

Hi all...any recommendations for a good and affordable exhaust shop in the lower mainland?

I want to delete secondary cats + resonator and install a magnaflow muffler.

Gauren · 08-12-2020, 03:53 PM

Hi guys! I'm fairly new by a couple months to the e90 group. I'm hoping to make some new friends locally since all of my friends drive riced up Honda's. I'm currently in my 20's. Anyone in the greater van area down to chill sometime?

bluesy_cube · 09-02-2020, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slow335d

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum, I got a 2009 335d, without the sport package. I have installed a M3 steering wheel with LCI paddle shifters on my car and the paddle shifters don't work. Anyone has any idea what I need to do to get it to work? I heard I have to re solder all the paddle shifter wiring, is there any easier way of doing it or is that the only way?
Also if anyone is interested in seeing my 335d build, follow me on Instagram @slow335d
Thanks in advance!

Pretty sure you need to code it to enable the paddle shifters.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobbytomorow

Hi all...any recommendations for a good and affordable exhaust shop in the lower mainland?

I want to delete secondary cats + resonator and install a magnaflow muffler.

Hoegler's muffler in Richmond. The guy is old but he knows the stuff.
Some of my friends go to Muffler Man on Kingsway.

Pinscher · 11-20-2020, 03:33 PM

Hey guys, I need some M3 side seal/runners for an 08' e90. Where can I buy this in Vancouver

Silent9n54 · 03-26-2021, 01:30 PM

if anyone needs their N54 walnut blasted hit me up

MisterClutch888 · 12-08-2021, 07:43 PM

going to check out a 2011 328xi touring, Automatic. Curious, what particular thing i should watch out for?

thanks in advance.

jamesinBC · 02-23-2022, 09:28 PM

Hey, just joined. Trying to make my 4 posts haha

2009 335d in Langley

Belli · 03-13-2022, 08:37 PM

Hey can someone point me to the best place to get a m3 style or something bodykit and installed for a 2011 323lci? Maybe more things but just checking.

I live in Surrey BC, but anywhere around here gravy.

Thanks!

flight1001 · 05-13-2024, 01:22 AM

hi, newbie here, recently took over friends 2007 335xi.
couple of questions, I need to replace spark plugs but know nothing about cars lol, whats a fair price to have them replaced?
Also, any recommendations for places to do alignments?
excited to be part of the community!

sowbmw · 07-15-2024, 10:59 PM

Not too sure about fair price, but they are easy to replace. You should order 6 identical Delphi or Bosch coils and do it yourself. There are many YouTube videos to get you started.

Otherwise, an independent mechanic may charge you around $400-500 I think.

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Originally Posted by flight1001

hi, newbie here, recently took over friends 2007 335xi.
couple of questions, I need to replace spark plugs but know nothing about cars lol, whats a fair price to have them replaced?
Also, any recommendations for places to do alignments?
excited to be part of the community!

09-07-2019, 10:55 AM	#749
tonig New Member 3 Rep 29 Posts Drives: N55 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	Where do you guys go for walnut blasting in the GVA? Am looking for reasonable pricing.. have seen a few threads here about someone on craigslist doing it for ~$400 but that was a few yrs ago.. thx in advance!
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02-10-2020, 06:43 PM	#750
audizzy777 Audizzy 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: bmw 335i E90 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	looking for a shop in vancouver/lower mainland Hi guys, I am new to the forum and new bmw owner (but an old bmw) lol I bought an '07 E90 335i a few months back and was told that there was no problem with the car (owned by a bmw mechanic) but he lied. Turbos are rattling. I even sent it to his dealership and came back negative. How much would it cost to replace the turbos and which shop should I send it to. Which shop is not gonna charge me an arm and a leg? LOL Any tips where i can buy parts and just pay for labour?
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02-21-2020, 10:31 PM	#752
smak168 Private 99 Rep 99 Posts Drives: 2019 440i xdrive GC Join Date: May 2010 Location: 604 iTrader: (0)	Hello, Any recommendations where in the lower mainland to get wheels/tires and springs installed. Thanks
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02-23-2020, 01:08 PM	#754
smak168 Private 99 Rep 99 Posts Drives: 2019 440i xdrive GC Join Date: May 2010 Location: 604 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the recommendation...looked them up and the seem promising. Been getting some real outrageous quotes for springs and install lately.
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04-14-2020, 05:32 AM	#758
Slow335d Registered 3 Rep 4 Posts Drives: Bmw 335d Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada iTrader: (0)	Hi guys, I'm new to the forum, I got a 2009 335d, without the sport package. I have installed a M3 steering wheel with LCI paddle shifters on my car and the paddle shifters don't work. Anyone has any idea what I need to do to get it to work? I heard I have to re solder all the paddle shifter wiring, is there any easier way of doing it or is that the only way? Also if anyone is interested in seeing my 335d build, follow me on Instagram @slow335d Thanks in advance!
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05-31-2020, 05:38 AM	#759
bobbytomorow Greatest Internet Poster 11 Rep 68 Posts Drives: 2005 Z4 2.5 Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Hi all...any recommendations for a good and affordable exhaust shop in the lower mainland? I want to delete secondary cats + resonator and install a magnaflow muffler.
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08-12-2020, 03:53 PM	#760
Gauren Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: N52 E93 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Hi guys! I'm fairly new by a couple months to the e90 group. I'm hoping to make some new friends locally since all of my friends drive riced up Honda's. I'm currently in my 20's. Anyone in the greater van area down to chill sometime?
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11-20-2020, 03:33 PM	#762
Pinscher Lieutenant 117 Rep 513 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 335i - Stock [0.00] 2007 BMW 328 - 330 ... [0.00]	Hey guys, I need some M3 side seal/runners for an 08' e90. Where can I buy this in Vancouver
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03-26-2021, 01:30 PM	#763
Silent9n54 Captain 580 Rep 940 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Vancouver, Canada iTrader: (0)	if anyone needs their N54 walnut blasted hit me up __________________ 2007 E92 335i / FBO + Inlets / E85 Custom Tune by WedgePerformance / 9.68 @ 140 / TPC Stage 2 19T / 2.1s 0-60 mph / 2010 535Xi 6MT - 437M - MHD / Instagram @Silent9n54
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MisterClutch888 Lieutenant 572 Rep 583 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 6MT ZCP Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: 604 \| 852 iTrader: (8)	going to check out a 2011 328xi touring, Automatic. Curious, what particular thing i should watch out for? thanks in advance. __________________ Current - 2011 E90 M3, Jet Black, 6MT ZCP. Recaro/Bilstein/BBS/StopTech/Haimus/Turner/Pinnacle/BE/Auto Solutions/Macht Schnell/GC/Whiteline/Slon/Alpine Sold - 2008 E92 M3, AW x FR, 6MT. CF roof is oh-so-Sexy! IG @misterclutch888 Slow Build
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02-23-2022, 09:28 PM	#765
jamesinBC Registered 0 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2009 335d Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: BC iTrader: (0)	Newbie Hey, just joined. Trying to make my 4 posts haha 2009 335d in Langley
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03-13-2022, 08:37 PM	#766
Belli New Member 0 Rep 15 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 323i Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Surrey, BC iTrader: (0)	Hey can someone point me to the best place to get a m3 style or something bodykit and installed for a 2011 323lci? Maybe more things but just checking. I live in Surrey BC, but anywhere around here gravy. Thanks!
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05-13-2024, 01:22 AM	#767
flight1001 Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2007 335xi Join Date: May 2024 Location: Surrey iTrader: (0)	hi, newbie here, recently took over friends 2007 335xi. couple of questions, I need to replace spark plugs but know nothing about cars lol, whats a fair price to have them replaced? Also, any recommendations for places to do alignments? excited to be part of the community!
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