What did you do to your car today?

spencers · 07-29-2017, 04:03 PM

Swapped xenon bulbs to Philips 85410 WHV2 White Vision

Rivers · 07-29-2017, 10:15 PM

PR kit arrived today too lazy to put it on though

frenchie1013 · 07-30-2017, 06:25 AM

Replaced rotors and pads front and back

tylerboland01 · 07-30-2017, 02:14 PM

Was doing some wiring under drivers footwell. One of my tools caught pin 16s wire on the diagnostic port, snapping the wire right at the flatspring connector.

Then I preceded to use the incorrect pin release tool, damaging the housing, lol.

Ordered a new port and 10 flatspring connectors, also soldered a small extension to the broken wire so it won't be overly tight when everything is fixed up.

Anyone know the difference between between the two available flatspring connectors? Bottom two parts, looks like one may be slightly wider, so I order enough of both to re-pin the whole port.

Greyfox · 07-30-2017, 03:28 PM

Well, Friday I put a newly painted trim ring on the starter button of my wife's car.

Yesterday I sanded the old one down, primered and painted it with Barbera paint that matches my car. Just pulled my old plain worn start button out and replaced it.

And finished painting the front lip that is going to go on my car.

Rivers · 07-30-2017, 10:34 PM

Finished up installing the PR kit

Molec · 07-31-2017, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freedomfries

Completed my LCI paddle swap using this thread: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=540684

No issues anymore? No lights? Everything is working fine? Did you do any coding?

The Nightman · 07-31-2017, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Molec

Quote:

Originally Posted by freedomfries

Completed my LCI paddle swap using this thread: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=540684

No issues anymore? No lights? Everything is working fine? Did you do any coding?

The only issue was when I did not fully seat the slip ring connector. Once that was sorted out everything was plug and play. No coding required.

47Straight · 07-31-2017, 07:58 PM

Quite a lot:

OFHG
Oil cooler gasket
Intake manifold gaskets
New plugs & coils
New cabin & air filters

Washed
Clay bar
Polished out paint using new Griot's Garage 6.5" RO
2 coats of wax.

Replaced left headlight SMC II
New Lux V7s.

EB89 · 07-31-2017, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 47Straight

Quite a lot:

OFHG
Oil cooler gasket
Intake manifold gaskets
New plugs & coils
New cabin & air filters

Washed
Clay bar
Polished out paint using new Griot's Garage 6.5" RO
2 coats of wax.

Replaced left headlight SMC II
New Lux V7s.

What product did you use to polish with?

47Straight · 07-31-2017, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EB89

What product did you use to polish with?

Griot's fast correcting cream with an orange correcting pad.

feuer · 08-01-2017, 11:41 AM

VCG, guibo, oil change, transmission service, diff service, vacuum lines and shifter bushings.

mweisdorfer · 08-01-2017, 11:52 AM

did you do platinum cured vac lines. That looks like a 335is guido. How many miles on the old one. I have the original and I'm at 140k. Just wondering.

Ginobass · 08-01-2017, 01:38 PM

Front brakes - pads, rotors, sensor.

bvall · 08-03-2017, 08:45 AM

Changed a leaking windshield washer pump, fun stuff.

eddieboy510 · 08-09-2017, 12:15 AM

Changed my valve cover gaskets due to common leak. taking the valve cover out noticed it was cracked. That sucked. Had to order a new one ASAP. installed it and job complete. Not much fun but an accomplishment none the less and not to mention saved myself about 2grand at least from the stealership. Dam that was a pain getting it back in.
Also not today but a few weeks ago changed out thermostat on the ride with coolant flush. along with brake fluid flush. both easily done just tight spaces

Welcome to NBA Jam · 08-09-2017, 10:52 AM

Brake bleed. Pretty straight forward. The Motive bleeder makes a big difference. I activated the ABS pump a few times with each wheel. It's probably not necessary but I hear people complain of a mushy pedal if they don't.

Bideul · 08-09-2017, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welcome to NBA Jam

Brake bleed. Pretty straight forward. The Motive bleeder makes a big difference. I activated the ABS pump a few times with each wheel. It's probably not necessary but I hear people complain of a mushy pedal if they don't.

How do you activate the ABS pump ?

Shane335 · 08-09-2017, 09:31 PM

Just finished doing a transmission filter and fluid swap. I was able to get 5L out and back in. Used Red Line ATF. Shifting so much better.

PourBoi-Jay · 08-10-2017, 12:10 PM

Finally got my car properly aligned after doing the following:

B12 Kit
M3 Front & Rear Arms
Meyle HD Tie Rods
Manzo Adjustable Rear Toe Arms

Car feels planted, yet nimble. Love it!

I originally went to the dealership for my alignment, but they botched it. Took it to a local BMW specialist (AutoTechnic in New Milford, CT), and they nailed it. Highly recommend them for anyone in Central, CT.

Pixel8ed · 08-12-2017, 01:14 AM

Had a bit of free time.....

Efthreeoh · 08-12-2017, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bideul

How do you activate the ABS pump ?

You really don't need to. Use a pressure bleeder like a Motive unit.

07-29-2017, 04:03 PM	#5215
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07-29-2017, 10:15 PM	#5216
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07-30-2017, 06:25 AM	#5217
frenchie1013 First Lieutenant 81 Rep 360 Posts Drives: sedan Join Date: May 2014 Location: CT iTrader: (0)	Replaced rotors and pads front and back __________________ 2010 335i Rwd 6spd MHD Wedge tune, VRSF Exhaust,FMIC, DP and CP, PR Inlets 2014 X5 50i BMS stage 1, Dinan intake, F85 Knee Bolsters
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07-30-2017, 02:14 PM	#5218
tylerboland01 Private First Class 54 Rep 151 Posts Drives: 08 335i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Magnolia, TX iTrader: (0)	Was doing some wiring under drivers footwell. One of my tools caught pin 16s wire on the diagnostic port, snapping the wire right at the flatspring connector. Then I preceded to use the incorrect pin release tool, damaging the housing, lol. Ordered a new port and 10 flatspring connectors, also soldered a small extension to the broken wire so it won't be overly tight when everything is fixed up. Anyone know the difference between between the two available flatspring connectors? Bottom two parts, looks like one may be slightly wider, so I order enough of both to re-pin the whole port.
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Greyfox Colonel 1227 Rep 2,840 Posts Drives: 2007 328xi E91 - 337k+ (miles) Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	Well, Friday I put a newly painted trim ring on the starter button of my wife's car. Yesterday I sanded the old one down, primered and painted it with Barbera paint that matches my car. Just pulled my old plain worn start button out and replaced it. And finished painting the front lip that is going to go on my car. Attached Images Last edited by Greyfox; 07-30-2017 at 03:54 PM..
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07-30-2017, 10:34 PM	#5220
Rivers Old Man 248 Rep 131 Posts Drives: DGM 335xi Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW 335xi E90 [0.00]	Finished up installing the PR kit
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07-31-2017, 07:58 PM	#5223
47Straight Private 44 Rep 72 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW 335i Sportline Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Wichita, Kansas iTrader: (0)	Quite a lot: OFHG Oil cooler gasket Intake manifold gaskets New plugs & coils New cabin & air filters Washed Clay bar Polished out paint using new Griot's Garage 6.5" RO 2 coats of wax. Replaced left headlight SMC II New Lux V7s. Last edited by 47Straight; 08-01-2017 at 03:05 PM..
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08-01-2017, 11:41 AM	#5226
feuer Major General 4289 Rep 9,226 Posts Drives: wife crazy! Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (5)	VCG, guibo, oil change, transmission service, diff service, vacuum lines and shifter bushings. Attached Images
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08-01-2017, 11:52 AM	#5227
mweisdorfer Major General 1937 Rep 6,965 Posts Drives: 2007 Black/Black 335i e90 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Holly, MI iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW E90 335i [0.00] 2008 bmw x5 [0.00]	did you do platinum cured vac lines. That looks like a 335is guido. How many miles on the old one. I have the original and I'm at 140k. Just wondering.
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08-01-2017, 01:38 PM	#5228
Ginobass Private 4 Rep 52 Posts Drives: 2010 328i Coupe Join Date: May 2014 Location: WNY iTrader: (0)	Front brakes - pads, rotors, sensor.
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08-03-2017, 08:45 AM	#5229
bvall New Member 5 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW M2 LCI Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	Changed a leaking windshield washer pump, fun stuff.
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08-09-2017, 12:15 AM	#5230
eddieboy510 Private First Class 46 Rep 112 Posts Drives: 2008 328i BC BR Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: El Cerrito, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 328i [0.00]	Changed my valve cover gaskets due to common leak. taking the valve cover out noticed it was cracked. That sucked. Had to order a new one ASAP. installed it and job complete. Not much fun but an accomplishment none the less and not to mention saved myself about 2grand at least from the stealership. Dam that was a pain getting it back in. Also not today but a few weeks ago changed out thermostat on the ride with coolant flush. along with brake fluid flush. both easily done just tight spaces
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08-09-2017, 10:52 AM	#5231
Welcome to NBA Jam Is it the shoes!? 3895 Rep 5,111 Posts Drives: (Sold) 2011 E92 335i ZMP 6MT Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	Brake bleed. Pretty straight forward. The Motive bleeder makes a big difference. I activated the ABS pump a few times with each wheel. It's probably not necessary but I hear people complain of a mushy pedal if they don't.
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08-09-2017, 09:31 PM	#5233
Shane335 Banned 64 Rep 156 Posts Drives: 07 335i E90, E36 M3 Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Warrenton Va iTrader: (0)	Just finished doing a transmission filter and fluid swap. I was able to get 5L out and back in. Used Red Line ATF. Shifting so much better.
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08-10-2017, 12:10 PM	#5234
PourBoi-Jay Captain 326 Rep 614 Posts Drives: 2009 335i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Central CT iTrader: (3)	Finally got my car properly aligned after doing the following: B12 Kit M3 Front & Rear Arms Meyle HD Tie Rods Manzo Adjustable Rear Toe Arms Car feels planted, yet nimble. Love it! I originally went to the dealership for my alignment, but they botched it. Took it to a local BMW specialist (AutoTechnic in New Milford, CT), and they nailed it. Highly recommend them for anyone in Central, CT. __________________ 2009 E90 335i Black Sapphire \|\| Oyster \|\| M-Sport \|\| 6spd BMW-Performance\|\|OEM+\|\|Cobb\|\|Wagner\|\|CP-e\|\|AFE\|\|Forge\|\|ER\|\|BMS\|\|Lux\|\|RB\|\|Bridgestone\|\|Manz o\|\|Bilstein\|\|Eibach\|\|Whiteline
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08-12-2017, 01:14 AM	#5235
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