[Cal122]

Originally Posted by Three_thirty_I

It's been a problem where I am for years now, simply can't get tyres in that rear size, so I opted for the 18" narrow and wide setup since there's still more tyre options available, for now.

Good to know, might have to consider for the next set of tires, those 189s (Or are they 287s?) look great on your ride!

[Three_thirty_I]

Originally Posted by Cal122

Good to know, might have to consider for the next set of tires, those 189s (Or are they 287s?) look great on your ride!

Thanks, yes, those are 189s - bolt hole in the spoke, the 287s are between the spokes. The 189s are 8J / ET34 and 8.5J / ET37 where the 287s are 8J / ET34 and 8.5J / ET39, so the rears are 2mm less outbound per side compared to the 189s.

[StradaRedlands]

Originally Posted by Three_thirty_I

Hope you stay safe from the fires! She is looking magnificent after the clean, I miss my sparkling graphite metallic 330i!

Gave my white LCI 330i a wash this afternoon so that she is all clean and ready for Monday when she goes in for the Vanos bolts recall...

I've come to really love sparkling graphite! Relatively low maintenance but still has some interest.

[Three_thirty_I]

Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

I've come to really love sparkling graphite! Relatively low maintenance but still has some interest.

For me it was always a distinctive colour that nicely highlights the E90's lines and curves, and then the interesting characteristic of the colour, it's almost a mix of brown and purple or so in certain light conditions.

[tcphoto]

It may be a lost cause but I ordered a replacement drivers side cupholder…I tried rebuilding it a few years ago but it did not work. Say a prayer for me.

[StradaRedlands]

Originally Posted by tcphoto

It may be a lost cause but I ordered a replacement drivers side cupholder…I tried rebuilding it a few years ago but it did not work. Say a prayer for me.

Cupholder of Theseus.

[M-technik-3]

Originally Posted by tcphoto

It may be a lost cause but I ordered a replacement drivers side cupholder…I tried rebuilding it a few years ago but it did not work. Say a prayer for me.

I get it' Mine has never worked in E91 and the cups my gal brings with us are colossal Metal ones that would break them if the things worked or if they fit. The E83 has one in the center for her and works perfect.

Just ordered a set of Sachs hatch supports on clearance at rock auto 6.62 each listed on Sachs Ebay page at 24 and change. Also ordered Engine and trans mounts. They are due.

[whyzee125]

Added a genuine BMW hood insulation.

Interestingly, despite my car being a 2009, it actually came with one but the previous owner removed it many years back. All clips were re usable and found the OEM hood liner, brand new in the BMW packaging for $40 on marketplace.

Next up: the new headlight lenses I have in my closet (and yes, it desperately needs a detail)

[oVeRdOsE.]

Originally Posted by whyzee125

Added a genuine BMW hood insulation.

Interestingly, despite my car being a 2009, it actually came with one but the previous owner removed it many years back. All clips were re usable and found the OEM hood liner, brand new in the BMW packaging for $40 on marketplace.

Next up: the new headlight lenses I have in my closet (and yes, it desperately needs a detail)

im doing the headlight today !

the previous owner blacked them out. It does not look good on a black car.

So I repaint it oem-ish. Can't get the chrome back, but Ive used a chrome paint, which make the grey a bit shiny.

[whyzee125]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

im doing the headlight today !

the previous owner blacked them out. It does not look good on a black car.

So I repaint it oem-ish. Can't get the chrome back, but Ive used a chrome paint, which make the grey a bit shiny.

Heck yeah! Good luck!

[Eturnulrs704]

A few days ago I installed this china stereo. Wasn’t sure I’d like it due to the size, since I’m a purest. But since the nav on the E9x is so dated, even a few years after the car was produced. Thought I would take a chance, and I’m glad I did. Fits my new interior mods way more comfortably than the old 8 or whatever inch the stock nav is… ☺️

[oVeRdOsE.]

damn, why not got with those xtrons OEM look units? or even mr12volts or roadtop ?

[Eturnulrs704]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

damn, why not got with those xtrons OEM look units? or even mr12volts or roadtop ?

Because the stock unit is dated, just by size and style. I wanted something that brings it into 2024.. also, not sure about you but my arms aren’t long enough to continue to touch the screen in that lil nav cave of the oem system.

[jsunma]

Originally Posted by Cal122

Picked up a nail in one of the rear tires. Always been a hassle sourcing 255/40R17 tires (either always backordered or discontinued) or getting square winter tires stretch installed on the staggered wheels.

Decided to move over to a square setup by picking up two 161 wheels for the rear, so they match the front with new 225/45R17s installed all around.

"stretch installed"?

I've just always had a second set of wheels with a square setup of 16" snows installed. Swap them over each season. Easy peasy.

[oVeRdOsE.]

Originally Posted by Eturnulrs704

Because the stock unit is dated, just by size and style. I wanted something that brings it into 2024.. also, not sure about you but my arms aren’t long enough to continue to touch the screen in that lil nav cave of the oem system.

big screen is great and fun.

The look is questionable, but if you dont mind it's cool

Having a big screen like so I would go with a non-ccc/cic dash, the integration is much better.

Also , the CIC screen is not outdated, the resolution is quite good, and you have all the android auto/car play with those small unit addons.

[Eturnulrs704]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

damn, why not got with those xtrons OEM look units? or even mr12volts or roadtop ?

Also it only cost me $400.00 for an 8 gig ram 128gig drive units with free back up cam, front cam, and a pack of 19 interior LED bulbs… Looked like a good deal.. unit works flawlessly after some tinkering to get it set up how I needed.. I’m happy with it. Plus Netflix, Disney+ and Beetv look amazing when watching movies..

[oVeRdOsE.]

Originally Posted by Eturnulrs704

Also it only cost me $400.00 for an 8 gig ram 128gig drive units with free back up cam, front cam, and a pack of 19 interior LED bulbs… Looked like a good deal.. unit works flawlessly after some tinkering to get it set up how I needed.. I’m happy with it. Plus Netflix, Disney+ and Beetv look amazing when watching movies..

i must say, this is a sick ass screen !

400$, wow great deal.

[Eturnulrs704]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

big screen is great and fun.

The look is questionable, but if you dont mind it's cool

Having a big screen like so I would go with a non-ccc/cic dash, the integration is much better.

Also , the CIC screen is not outdated, the resolution is quite good, and you have all the android auto/car play with those small unit addons.

Look around. Size and style are indeed dated… let’s be honest, it’s an old azz car, but extremely fun to mod and drive. So that’s what I’m doing. Having some fun to see what I can do… It’s not my daily so I can do what ever and test the waters.

[Eturnulrs704]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

i must say, this is a sick ass screen !

400$, wow great deal.

Yeah that’s one main reason for the buy 🤣 Resolution is great. The 12inch looks a lil more interior friendly but I wanted to test the 15in (Pause).😒

[watchout-everyone]

Just changed my differential fluid today.

Sharing the picture for reference. Old brake fluid too as a bonus

It's water, brake fluid, and differential fluid in the picture in order.

[3PedalJake]

Originally Posted by Cal122

Picked up a nail in one of the rear tires. Always been a hassle sourcing 255/40R17 tires (either always backordered or discontinued) or getting square winter tires stretch installed on the staggered wheels.

Decided to move over to a square setup by picking up two 161 wheels for the rear, so they match the front with new 225/45R17s installed all around.

I love the look of the style 161s, it's really the signature look on a 325i sport package. My buddy keeps telling me I should put Apex on it and I'm like nah, I'm good. Interesting you had trouble sourcing, I recently put Conti DWS06+ from Tirerack and they had big selection for the staggered sizes.

[3PedalJake]

Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

I'm surrounded by three huge fires, and it has been non-stop ash and soot for the last week. The smoke finally cleared enough to justify washing the car, so jumped on it and did a full wet wash to get all that acidic crap off of it. Did the gummies as well, but didn't have time or light to wax. Hopefully the Xer tomorrow!

That's a beautiful 330 StradaRedlands . Hope you got her all waxed down and the fires are giving you a break from the ash. Take care brother!