What did you do to your car today?

E93Seattle (Racerbruce) · 06-11-2023, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoody007

I wonder if your car originally was in a non-front plate state. The BMW PDI people seem to do a good job. Dealers on the other-hand…

well said hoody,
the car began life @ bmw honolulu (is that a non-front plate state?).

the geniuses drilled holes until they mostly got it right.

RealJ22 · 06-11-2023, 02:26 PM

Finished them on my actual lenses. I love the look.

Serf27 · 06-11-2023, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by RealJ22

Finished them on my actual lenses. I love the look.

Looks great.
I did that on my e93 but used the spray tint.

Brian86 · 06-11-2023, 06:51 PM

Not e9x... but BMW.

Decided the heater box needed to come out of my e36. The last place it could be losing coolant (other than the head gasket) is the firewall junction or heater core..

This was a great idea.

Hoody007 · 06-11-2023, 10:36 PM

High beam assist retrofit completed!
Also coded in AHL2.
One of my favorite mods for this platform. Nice little modern touch.

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BRG_N54 · 06-12-2023, 12:38 PM

I did a complete transmission service on the green car. New shift solenoids, sleeve and seals all around. New ZF Lifeguard 6. Reset adaptations and ran most of the drive cycle routine. Pan was original, dated November 2006. Fluid looked like it had never been changed after 174k. It was slow on downshifts and had a slight pause between 2-3. Drives like new now, even better than the Arctic car.

Also cleaned up the underside a bit while there, weee!

RealJ22 · 06-13-2023, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BRG_N54

I did a complete transmission service on the green car. New shift solenoids, sleeve and seals all around. New ZF Lifeguard 6. Reset adaptations and ran most of the drive cycle routine. Pan was original, dated November 2006. Fluid looked like it had never been changed after 174k. It was slow on downshifts and had a slight pause between 2-3. Drives like new now, even better than the Arctic car.

Also cleaned up the underside a bit while there, weee!

I just did mine as well, but did not reset adaptations. Wondering if I should.

Had to get rid of the crappy silver that was chipping. Probably going another route with the transmission, but this will do for now. Still have to wrap the center console matte black.

JB20DGM · 06-13-2023, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by RealJ22

I just did mine as well, but did not reset adaptations. Wondering if I should.

If you replaced the solenoids then you should, it's part of the ZF install instruction sheet that comes with them (step 2 in my case). Otherwise, might not need to worry about it.

Something else that you might want to do with a fluid change is to reset the "fluid life", either via ISTA or another suitable tool. Otherwise, you will probably get a "00578E error code, transmission fluid deteriorated" or similar at some point.

RealJ22 · 06-13-2023, 11:31 AM

Found a spare Porsche dead pedal that worked out perfectly.

chris_flies · 06-14-2023, 07:34 PM

Replaced the b-pillar trim that had chipped, and replaced an O2 sensor to get rid of my last warning/light on the dash. Coded-out TPMS yesterday, so the SES light was the last one. Been chasing it down for a few weeks and decided to spring for an O2 sensor today on a whim, and it did the trick!

RealJ22 · 06-15-2023, 11:39 AM

Finally got some resonators so I can be like the cool kids.

jbellk75rt · 06-15-2023, 12:13 PM

Replaced Mickey Mouse and OFHG, changed oil and filter and coolant. My first coolant drain (just radiator) and it came out green. Sigh. Topped off with blue 50/50 and will drain and refill again soon to further dilute the green stuff. Did the OFHG without the recommended 1/4" E10. Used a 3/8" drive E10. It can be done but I don't recommend it.
Need to buy another under engine splash shield as mine is pretty busted up. Was going to change out the radiator overflow tank but mine looked good with no traces of coolant seepage, so left is alone.

SWFLf10 · 06-15-2023, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jbellk75rt

Replaced Mickey Mouse and OFHG, changed oil and filter and coolant. My first coolant drain (just radiator) and it came out green. Sigh. Topped off with blue 50/50 and will drain and refill again soon to further dilute the green stuff. Did the OFHG without the recommended 1/4" E10. Used a 3/8" drive E10. It can be done but I don't recommend it.
Need to buy another under engine splash shield as mine is pretty busted up. Was going to change out the radiator overflow tank but mine looked good with no traces of coolant seepage, so left is alone.

Was just browsing through the forum and there is currently an aluminum splash shield for sale. Figured you may be interested.

Brian86 · 06-15-2023, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by jbellk75rt

Replaced Mickey Mouse and OFHG, changed oil and filter and coolant. My first coolant drain (just radiator) and it came out green. Sigh. Topped off with blue 50/50 and will drain and refill again soon to further dilute the green stuff. Did the OFHG without the recommended 1/4" E10. Used a 3/8" drive E10. It can be done but I don't recommend it.
Need to buy another under engine splash shield as mine is pretty busted up. Was going to change out the radiator overflow tank but mine looked good with no traces of coolant seepage, so left is alone.

Green is fine.

I'm at 360k and it's had regular'ol green gylcol in there for at least a quarter million miles. Everything I've seen inside the cooling system is pristine.

jbellk75rt · 06-15-2023, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SWFLf10

Was just browsing through the forum and there is currently an aluminum splash shield for sale. Figured you may be interested.

Crapola, I already placed my order with FCP, thanks anyway. Good to know.

jbellk75rt · 06-15-2023, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian86

Green is fine.

I'm at 360k and it's had regular'ol green gylcol in there for at least a quarter million miles. Everything I've seen inside the cooling system is pristine.

Thanks Brian86 but I already had a few gallons of the Blue. Besides, the green clashes with the Roundel.

colorado.e9x · 06-16-2023, 09:48 PM

Replaced trunk struts, no longer gotta worry about my fingers getting cut off

Added LM fuel system cleaner for peace of mind

And went camping

jwalther · 06-17-2023, 06:50 AM

PCV valve recall performed. In and out of the dealer in 45 minutes.

RealJ22 · 06-17-2023, 06:35 PM

Finally got an exhaust installed.

StradaRedlands · 06-17-2023, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by colorado.e9x

Replaced trunk struts, no longer gotta worry about my fingers getting cut off

Added LM fuel system cleaner for peace of mind

And went camping

Saw this on the grams... LOVE it so much!

chris_flies · 06-17-2023, 10:26 PM

My donor diff arrived today. Fairly low miles, in excellent shape out of an X1. 3.15 ratio, so a little taller than a stock manual 328i, same as a 330i. Putting an MFactory helical LSD in it, refreshing the carrier bearings, and will have to swap the input flange to bolt it up to the 328i.

RealJ22 · 06-18-2023, 04:23 PM

Finally reinstalled my rear center console and c pillars. It’s getting hot out in AZ.

06-11-2023, 02:26 PM	#22574
RealJ22 Captain 1154 Rep 816 Posts Drives: E92 CT200h Cayman Boxster RC Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: WI / AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Finished them on my actual lenses. I love the look. __________________ Long Beach Blue E92 with Carbon Fiber Roof Build Thread
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Brian86 Captain 662 Rep 786 Posts Drives: e36 M3, e91 325xi, N50 Xterra Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Pittsburgh iTrader: (0)	Not e9x... but BMW. Decided the heater box needed to come out of my e36. The last place it could be losing coolant (other than the head gasket) is the firewall junction or heater core.. This was a great idea. __________________ Sometimes a bolt is just a bolt.
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Hoody007 Major 1652 Rep 1,275 Posts Drives: 335i ZMZ LCI \| 850i/6 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Dunwoody, GA & Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	High beam assist retrofit completed! Also coded in AHL2. One of my favorite mods for this platform. Nice little modern touch. Last edited by Hoody007; 06-11-2023 at 11:01 PM..
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06-12-2023, 12:38 PM	#22578
BRG_N54 First Lieutenant 395 Rep 340 Posts Drives: Green '07 & Arctic '08 335i's Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Monterey Peninsula iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i [0.00] 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Transmission Service I did a complete transmission service on the green car. New shift solenoids, sleeve and seals all around. New ZF Lifeguard 6. Reset adaptations and ran most of the drive cycle routine. Pan was original, dated November 2006. Fluid looked like it had never been changed after 174k. It was slow on downshifts and had a slight pause between 2-3. Drives like new now, even better than the Arctic car. Also cleaned up the underside a bit while there, weee!
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06-13-2023, 11:31 AM	#22581
RealJ22 Captain 1154 Rep 816 Posts Drives: E92 CT200h Cayman Boxster RC Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: WI / AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Found a spare Porsche dead pedal that worked out perfectly. __________________ Long Beach Blue E92 with Carbon Fiber Roof Build Thread
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06-14-2023, 07:34 PM	#22582
chris_flies Sideways and Smiling 3040 Rep 2,860 Posts Drives: In Exuberance Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Rosamond, CA USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW E91 328i [0.00]	Replaced the b-pillar trim that had chipped, and replaced an O2 sensor to get rid of my last warning/light on the dash. Coded-out TPMS yesterday, so the SES light was the last one. Been chasing it down for a few weeks and decided to spring for an O2 sensor today on a whim, and it did the trick! Attached Images __________________ 2012 BMW 328i 6-Speed Wagon \| Deep Sea Blue with Grey Dakota Leather \| Manual Swap, 330i Intake + Tune, 3.15 Helical LSD, Öhlins R&T (SOLD) 2009 BMW 128i 6-Speed Coupé \| Monaco Blue with Black Sensatec \| chris_flies' 128i thread
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06-15-2023, 11:39 AM	#22583
RealJ22 Captain 1154 Rep 816 Posts Drives: E92 CT200h Cayman Boxster RC Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: WI / AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Finally got some resonators so I can be like the cool kids. __________________ Long Beach Blue E92 with Carbon Fiber Roof Build Thread
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06-15-2023, 12:13 PM	#22584
jbellk75rt Private First Class 189 Rep 141 Posts Drives: 2010 328i xdrive Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: central Texas iTrader: (0)	Replaced Mickey Mouse and OFHG, changed oil and filter and coolant. My first coolant drain (just radiator) and it came out green. Sigh. Topped off with blue 50/50 and will drain and refill again soon to further dilute the green stuff. Did the OFHG without the recommended 1/4" E10. Used a 3/8" drive E10. It can be done but I don't recommend it. Need to buy another under engine splash shield as mine is pretty busted up. Was going to change out the radiator overflow tank but mine looked good with no traces of coolant seepage, so left is alone.
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06-17-2023, 06:50 AM	#22590
jwalther Private 113 Rep 51 Posts Drives: 2011 E91 Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Lexington, KY iTrader: (0)	PCV valve recall performed. In and out of the dealer in 45 minutes. __________________ 2011 E91 328xi N52, Black Sapphire Metallic/Dakota Chestnut; 3 Stage Manifold, AFE Headers and Intake; Stage FP Tune; BMW Performance Exhaust
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chris_flies Sideways and Smiling 3040 Rep 2,860 Posts Drives: In Exuberance Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Rosamond, CA USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW E91 328i [0.00]	My donor diff arrived today. Fairly low miles, in excellent shape out of an X1. 3.15 ratio, so a little taller than a stock manual 328i, same as a 330i. Putting an MFactory helical LSD in it, refreshing the carrier bearings, and will have to swap the input flange to bolt it up to the 328i. Attached Images __________________ 2012 BMW 328i 6-Speed Wagon \| Deep Sea Blue with Grey Dakota Leather \| Manual Swap, 330i Intake + Tune, 3.15 Helical LSD, Öhlins R&T (SOLD) 2009 BMW 128i 6-Speed Coupé \| Monaco Blue with Black Sensatec \| chris_flies' 128i thread
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