Calluhan's E92 335D | Restoring to Factory Fresh | NEW! Lowering Springs and wheels!

Calluhan · 10-30-2016, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by forgemarco

Just read from start to finish, it's inspired me to do some of the stuff myself. What guide did you follow to do the glow plugs? Or have you done one?

Thanks mate

I used a combination of this

And this

It really isn't difficult. Just make sure you take your time and note where everything goes. I made a list as I went.

It's very important to soak the glow plugs you are removing first to try and ensure they don't sieze then put anti sieze on the new ones. The controller is a bit tricky to get at and the plugs are stiff. Just be patient with it and good luck

Calluhan · 10-30-2016, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by abeardo83

Used the other half's hairdryer.

I've just added to my 335i thread. I don't intend to do a huge amount to the //M as it's pretty much spot on as it is. Mostly now will be driving and fuel.

Nice one. Unfortunately the fuel thing got really old for me when I had my M5.

This is a little video I took when I had the beast. That V8 sound...... I just floored it everywhere and then stood shaking my head at the petrol pump.....

abeardo83 · 10-30-2016, 09:30 AM

I'm hoping the fuel thing doesn't get that tedious. Especially as it's also my daily drive. Currently getting 4mpg less than I was in the 335, so not too bad.
Just need to stop pottering around in it.

Calluhan · 11-27-2016, 12:22 PM

4" exhaust tips

Lockman_321 · 12-05-2016, 04:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Calluhan

Thought I would try a little gloss black vinyl

Ahh mate that looks so good! How long did that take? I have been thinking about doing mine aswell. Not sure what colour yet!

Great job

RajB · 12-05-2016, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Calluhan

4" exhaust tips

They look superb. Like that a lot.

Calluhan · 12-06-2016, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Lockman_321

Ahh mate that looks so good! How long did that take? I have been thinking about doing mine aswell. Not sure what colour yet!

Great job

Thank you Sir! It didn't take too long to do as I had previously had a go in carbon. Now I've sussed how to cut correctly I'm going to do it all again with some better quality vinyl. But even this attempt looks decent enough. Give it a go mate!

Calluhan · 12-06-2016, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by RajB

They look superb. Like that a lot.

Thanks Raj it certainly looks better now that the performance diffusers spaces are fully filled. It looks pretty mean from the rear now

RajB · 12-06-2016, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Calluhan

Thanks Raj it certainly looks better now that the performance diffusers spaces are fully filled. It looks pretty mean from the rear now

Agreed, it looks so much more purposeful.

Calluhan · 12-10-2016, 04:10 AM

Next project......

RajB · 12-10-2016, 07:05 AM

What colour you thinking?

Calluhan · 12-10-2016, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by RajB

What colour you thinking?

Shadow chrome with fine metal flake.....

I'm doing it myself - wish me luck Raj

RajB · 12-10-2016, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Calluhan

Shadow chrome with fine metal flake.....

I'm doing it myself - wish me luck Raj

Sounds really good.

Definitely wish you luck but I'm sure it'll turn out superb.

Calluhan · 12-10-2016, 05:13 PM

Front two wheels tackled first as they had the worst curbing

Curbing filed back and gouges filled

Then black base coat applied after gaining a good key with a scouring pad.

These will have the metallic black applied tomorrow and I'll be tackling the two rear wheels.

Then it's time for the black chrome effect.
More pics to come....

Calluhan · 12-10-2016, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RajB

Sounds really good.

Definitely wish you luck but I'm sure it'll turn out superb.

Ta mate. Already seen it done and it does look good so fingers crossed

Calluhan · 12-11-2016, 03:43 AM

Painted two wheels with the black metallic:

I was concerned that they looked bronze!

Turns out it was the metal flake reflecting the garage light!

They actually look like this

Calluhan · 12-11-2016, 04:42 AM

Ill spray the other two wheels with the metallic once the satin black enamel has dried by the morning.

My chrome paint should arrive tomorrow so they'll get a thin coat or two of that.

Once that dried it will be 3 coats of lacquer. 2 days to cure under a heater then tyre time.....

Calluhan · 12-14-2016, 08:35 AM

Got a fantastic deal on some used LCI rear lights with harness....

RajB · 12-14-2016, 02:08 PM

Excellent on the rims. They've come out really well

And superb one on the lights as they are one of the best pre-LCI mods.

RENT-A-GOAT · 12-14-2016, 03:12 PM

Loving the colour direction you have taken on your wheels. I am thinking a dark silver next spring to give a new look and fresh lift.

Spanner99 · 12-14-2016, 07:44 PM

Quick question, what did you use to fill the gouges in the wheels and what paint have you used? I'm itching to see the finished set of wheels.

adammcf · 12-15-2016, 07:48 AM

Good work, glad to see someone else who gets as OCD about doing these type of jobs to their car as me.

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Calluhan Lieutenant 71 Rep 552 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW 640D Gran Coupe Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Cleveleys Lancashire iTrader: (0)	Front two wheels tackled first as they had the worst curbing Curbing filed back and gouges filled Then black base coat applied after gaining a good key with a scouring pad. These will have the metallic black applied tomorrow and I'll be tackling the two rear wheels. Then it's time for the black chrome effect. More pics to come.... Last edited by Calluhan; 12-10-2016 at 06:08 PM..
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RajB Brigadier General 450 Rep 3,305 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Midlands iTrader: (4)	Excellent on the rims. They've come out really well And superb one on the lights as they are one of the best pre-LCI mods. __________________ E92 335i / M3 Hybrid - The Build
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12-15-2016, 07:48 AM	#330
adammcf Private First Class 19 Rep 114 Posts Drives: 330D Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Northern Ireland iTrader: (0)	Good work, glad to see someone else who gets as OCD about doing these type of jobs to their car as me.
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