Sockets 335i build

Socket · 11-01-2016, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EB89

Quoting someone else

The general silver on BMW alloys is "Reflex Silver" (Colour Code: A44/BMW WA44 MET). A lot of dealers actually spray the alloys with Titanium Silver as it's a cheaper paint.

The grey on the latest alloys is "Ferric Grey II" (Colour Code: B55 MET/BMW WB55 MET). It's more expensive and I don't think you can get proper touch up pens in that colour at the moment. I saw somewhere it costs x2-x3 as a normal paint so you normally have to pay a bit extra when getting your alloys refurbed in that colour.

Thanks EB
Exactly what I was after mate

insanesam · 11-01-2016, 09:33 PM

Apparently the Wurth Wheel Silver is meant to be very close to BMW/Audi alloys. I've used it for my wheel repairs.
http://www.ppcco.com.au/wurth07.html

Quote from the above site

"Wurth Silver Wheel Paint is used to refinish dull or scuffed wheels and hub caps. The fine mist spray goes on evenly and matches all German-made wheels.

If your vehicle is not German made, test an inconspicuous area before doing touch-ups on the outer face of your wheel. "

EB89 · 11-02-2016, 01:19 AM

Just get them wrapped in CF

aaron_ · 11-02-2016, 05:11 AM

Cf hydro dip

Socket · 11-03-2016, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EB89

Just get them wrapped in CF

Quote:

Originally Posted by aaron_

Cf hydro dip

LOL CF wheels would look OTT sorry lads

Socket · 11-03-2016, 06:52 AM

Quick pic from tonight's meet at Elwood

Socket · 11-03-2016, 07:10 AM

And one from the Tas road trip

Socket · 11-07-2016, 05:23 AM

Mod 74 - Center console mod

Not exactly the most impressive mod so far, but its really simple and practical, so I thought I'd add it here in case someone else wants to do this too

Do you have a phone cradle taking up valuable space in your center console?
Could you use the extra space for something more useful?
Then rip out the phone cradle and plug the gap with a "center arm rest storage insert tray" from Latvia

Link below

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Genuine-B...MAAOSwvg9XW~p4

Pic 1 - Center arm rest storage tray
Pic 2 - Console with phone cradle removed (note the holes that coins and stuff can fall into)
Pic 3 - Installation
Pic 4 - Done

naenae · 11-09-2016, 09:56 PM

i think naenae is a much more suiting name

Socket · 11-10-2016, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by naenae

i think naenae is a much more suiting name

I am honored you used your first post on this thread naenae

Welcome back mate

Mayuri Krab · 11-12-2016, 12:52 AM

Gotta say this thread must no doubt have the most pages (by a huge margin) in the Australian section for "My build".

So while Mr duck might have the world's fastest drag 335I, but Socket wins the internet forums which is a much bigger accomplishment.

MMM335 · 11-12-2016, 11:41 PM

That tray makes my life so much easier

Grohouse · 11-13-2016, 01:47 AM

That rubber console insert is a great find - thanks for sharing

Socket · 11-13-2016, 02:21 AM

You're welcome

Socket · 11-14-2016, 02:13 AM

thinking about going with a set of black rims with a concave to give the car a more aggressive look.... any suggestions on what might work??

NeT335 · 11-14-2016, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Socket

thinking about going with a set of black rims with a concave to give the car a more aggressive look.... any suggestions on what might work??

How much do you want to spend?

EB89 · 11-14-2016, 02:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Socket

thinking about going with a set of black rims with a concave to give the car a more aggressive look.... any suggestions on what might work??

Nice socks, I can't picture a space grey car with black wheels, might look nice

Socket · 11-14-2016, 03:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeT335

How much do you want to spend?

Lets start with money is no object LOL

Socket · 11-14-2016, 03:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EB89

Nice socks, I can't picture a space grey car with black wheels, might look nice

tawfeeqh · 11-14-2016, 03:28 AM

I reckon it will look tough! Be mindful that your car will always look better in person than in pics unless you get the lighting absolutely perfect so that the design of the black rims are visible. The pic above is actually a good pic! I like the design too. I would check Koya wheels as well as Cosmis wheels, both have the multi spoke design but not sure if they come in 19s.

NeT335 · 11-14-2016, 03:50 AM

If money is no issue then I say go with adv1 wheels. It's what I would get if I was baller like you

Socket · 11-14-2016, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeT335

If money is no issue then I say go with adv1 wheels. It's what I would get if I was baller like you

Thanks Nic... these are awesome looking wheels

11-01-2016, 09:33 PM	#2202
insanesam Private First Class 36 Rep 164 Posts Drives: 335i e92 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Aus iTrader: (0)	Apparently the Wurth Wheel Silver is meant to be very close to BMW/Audi alloys. I've used it for my wheel repairs. http://www.ppcco.com.au/wurth07.html Quote from the above site "Wurth Silver Wheel Paint is used to refinish dull or scuffed wheels and hub caps. The fine mist spray goes on evenly and matches all German-made wheels. If your vehicle is not German made, test an inconspicuous area before doing touch-ups on the outer face of your wheel. "
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11-02-2016, 01:19 AM	#2203
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11-02-2016, 05:11 AM	#2204
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11-03-2016, 06:52 AM	#2206
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11-03-2016, 07:10 AM	#2207
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11-07-2016, 05:23 AM	#2208
Socket Lieutenant General 4720 Rep 11,971 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 [0.00]	Mod 74 - Center console mod Not exactly the most impressive mod so far, but its really simple and practical, so I thought I'd add it here in case someone else wants to do this too Do you have a phone cradle taking up valuable space in your center console? Could you use the extra space for something more useful? Then rip out the phone cradle and plug the gap with a "center arm rest storage insert tray" from Latvia Link below http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Genuine-B...MAAOSwvg9XW~p4 Pic 1 - Center arm rest storage tray Pic 2 - Console with phone cradle removed (note the holes that coins and stuff can fall into) Pic 3 - Installation Pic 4 - Done Attached Images
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Mayuri Krab The Cheap Arse Asian 48 Rep 585 Posts Drives: E90 335i & R33 Skyline GTS-T Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Perth, Australia iTrader: (0)	Gotta say this thread must no doubt have the most pages (by a huge margin) in the Australian section for "My build". So while Mr duck might have the world's fastest drag 335I, but Socket wins the internet forums which is a much bigger accomplishment.
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11-12-2016, 11:41 PM	#2212
MMM335 Lieutenant 94 Rep 531 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Gold Coast, Australia iTrader: (0)	That tray makes my life so much easier __________________ 06' Space Grey 335i FBO MHD Stage 2+ e60 OTS\|VRSF V2 Catless DPs\|VRSF 7 Inch FMIC\|VRSF Charger Pipes\|Turbosmart Supersonic BOV\|K&N DCI's\|VRSF OEM Silicone Inlets\|BMS OCC\|FUEL IT STAGE 2\|07+ TCU Conversion\|XHP Flashtool Stage 3 Race Map\|1m Front Bumper\|CSL Wing\|Aero Rear Bumper\|DTM U Shaped LED Angel Eyes with RGB Demon Eyes\|M3 Cowl
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11-13-2016, 01:47 AM	#2213
Grohouse Private 12 Rep 91 Posts Drives: BMW e90 325i Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Adelaide iTrader: (0)	That rubber console insert is a great find - thanks for sharing
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11-13-2016, 02:21 AM	#2214
Socket Lieutenant General 4720 Rep 11,971 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 [0.00]	You're welcome
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11-14-2016, 02:13 AM	#2215
Socket Lieutenant General 4720 Rep 11,971 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008 BMW E92 [0.00]	thinking about going with a set of black rims with a concave to give the car a more aggressive look.... any suggestions on what might work??
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11-14-2016, 03:28 AM	#2220
tawfeeqh Major 166 Rep 1,175 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW e90 335i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	I reckon it will look tough! Be mindful that your car will always look better in person than in pics unless you get the lighting absolutely perfect so that the design of the black rims are visible. The pic above is actually a good pic! I like the design too. I would check Koya wheels as well as Cosmis wheels, both have the multi spoke design but not sure if they come in 19s.
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11-14-2016, 03:50 AM	#2221
NeT335 Major 163 Rep 1,486 Posts Drives: e92 335i M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Melbourne Australia iTrader: (0)	If money is no issue then I say go with adv1 wheels. It's what I would get if I was baller like you Attached Images
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