What did you do to your car today?

M3AN ZCP · 03-12-2018, 04:29 AM

nice

bhenault · 03-12-2018, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWSB328iM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Broke my windshield hitting a pothole, 12 hours after getting new wheels happy Saturday

Probably because you are lowered so much you had no suspension travel. Have fun with that $1000 glass replacement.

It's 100% covered under my insurance someone's coming out this week to fix it.

n50four · 03-12-2018, 09:19 AM

Intalled Dinan short shift and wired in illumnated knob . . .

TGSN_ · 03-12-2018, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bavarian Tech

Installed my M-Tech bumpers

Rear end looks amazing

bhenault · 03-12-2018, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tlow98

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Broke my windshield hitting a pothole, 12 hours after getting new wheels happy Saturday

You have no suspension travel - what were you thinking would happen?

Im a bit surprised in the sense I thought something suspension wise would break not the windshield, that being said I'm about to raise the car now so no worries I thought it was hilarious to myself that it happened.

tlow98 · 03-12-2018, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Im a bit surprised in the sense I thought something suspension wise would break not the windshield, that being said I'm about to raise the car now so no worries I thought it was hilarious to myself that it happened.

All the force was transmitted to the body as there is no real 'suspension'. Likely your windshield had a small chip that allowed the force to distribute.

bhenault · 03-12-2018, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tlow98

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Im a bit surprised in the sense I thought something suspension wise would break not the windshield, that being said I'm about to raise the car now so no worries I thought it was hilarious to myself that it happened.

All the force was transmitted to the body as there is no real 'suspension'. Likely your windshield had a small chip that allowed the force to distribute.

Yeah the windshield has a lot of small chips from the previous owner so it was due for a replacement soon anyway, after the research I'm very glad I have glass insurance. I also know to be a lot more careful now. Now would also having the lower profile tires on my new wheels also contribute to that vs the thicker tires I had on the previous 16 inch wheels?

tlow98 · 03-12-2018, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Yeah the windshield has a lot of small chips from the previous owner so it was due for a replacement soon anyway, after the research I'm very glad I have glass insurance. I also know to be a lot more careful now. Now would also having the lower profile tires on my new wheels also contribute to that vs the thicker tires I had on the previous 16 inch wheels?

Yes.

If Safelite is prepe'd in the correct way (tell them you want OE glass and that you're willing to pay for a new rain sensor $50) they'll more than likely do a great job for <$400.

Just vet the person and let them know you're willing to bring it into their shop so the person most familiar with your car does the work.

Also, removing the suspension travel and going to low profile tires tends to crack and bend wheels plus give flat tires.

ian3924 · 03-12-2018, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Yeah the windshield has a lot of small chips from the previous owner so it was due for a replacement soon anyway, after the research I'm very glad I have glass insurance. I also know to be a lot more careful now. Now would also having the lower profile tires on my new wheels also contribute to that vs the thicker tires I had on the previous 16 inch wheels?

Get a few quotes I had mine replaced for $250 and no problems with the sensors didnt even need to go through any insurance

bhenault · 03-12-2018, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tlow98

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Yeah the windshield has a lot of small chips from the previous owner so it was due for a replacement soon anyway, after the research I'm very glad I have glass insurance. I also know to be a lot more careful now. Now would also having the lower profile tires on my new wheels also contribute to that vs the thicker tires I had on the previous 16 inch wheels?

Yes.

If Safelite is prepe'd in the correct way (tell them you want OE glass and that you're willing to pay for a new rain sensor $50) they'll more than likely do a great job for <$400.

Just vet the person and let them know you're willing to bring it into their shop so the person most familiar with your car does the work.

Also, removing the suspension travel and going to low profile tires tends to crack and bend wheels plus give flat tires.

Exactly what I did we just ordered it using the VIN number using my car insurance, it's getting installed Wednesday

bhenault · 03-12-2018, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ian3924

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Yeah the windshield has a lot of small chips from the previous owner so it was due for a replacement soon anyway, after the research I'm very glad I have glass insurance. I also know to be a lot more careful now. Now would also having the lower profile tires on my new wheels also contribute to that vs the thicker tires I had on the previous 16 inch wheels?

Get a few quotes I had mine replaced for $250 and no problems with the sensors didnt even need to go through any insurance

I was going to shop around but then I found out my glass insurance is one windshield per year covered without a deductible or the insurance going up as far as I know, so I'm not worried about letting the insurance cover it

tlow98 · 03-12-2018, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

I was going to shop around but then I found out my glass insurance is one windshield per year covered without a deductible or the insurance going up as far as I know, so I'm not worried about letting the insurance cover it

That's great!

nvturbo · 03-13-2018, 12:28 PM

Thursday -- replaced the driver rear window regulator with a used Genuine BMW unit (regulator+motor). Works like it should but reprogramming the window wasn't fun.

Friday -- replaced the spark plugs and coils with new NGK plugs and Bosch coils. Prior to replacement, the car would have a fluctuation idle from 600-800RPM. Also, while stopped at a light (in DRIVE), it would feel like someone bumping into the back of the car. Now, idle is at a consistent 600RPM and car runs smooth.

Sunday -- removed and painted the "chrome" trim around the windows. Tried to clean up the faded chrome but to no avail. The gloss black looks way better and matches the car.

Monday -- replaced the pitted foglights with a new set of ZKW units. Also, replaced the leaking washer fluid pump.

Yeah, I've been busy these past few days. LOL

Welcome to NBA Jam · 03-13-2018, 12:58 PM

Not my car, but my friend's 328i. Replaced the rear shocks. Easiest job ever! We'll be doing struts in a few weeks. I've got a strut compressor, but I don't know if it can compress enough.

salpone · 03-13-2018, 02:03 PM

bhenault · 03-14-2018, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salpone

Is this for the rear ashtray area behind the center console?

Silent9n54 · 03-14-2018, 02:02 PM

Replaced gasket on the oil filter housing ..what a mess of a job

one weird thing is that my car sounds a bit different now... turbos whistle more now..before it was more of a whistle/pressured air sound...weird...a bit quieter

Silent9n54 · 03-14-2018, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salpone

that old school on/off switch doesnt belong in a modern bmw

N54Twin · 03-14-2018, 04:42 PM

Prep some sweet for her... Will start looking 4 a leak this weekend.

salpone · 03-14-2018, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Is this for the rear ashtray area behind the center console?

yes

salpone · 03-14-2018, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shanker604

that old school on/off switch doesnt belong in a modern bmw

nothing belongs to Bmw of this up

bhenault · 03-14-2018, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salpone

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhenault

Is this for the rear ashtray area behind the center console?

yes

Is there a specific reason with the on/off switch? I've never seen it before so I was just a bit confused but I really like the USB I like the idea

03-12-2018, 04:29 AM	#5897
M3AN ZCP New Member 16 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 M3 Comp Package Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Honolulu, HI iTrader: (1)	nice
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-12-2018, 09:19 AM	#5899
n50four Private First Class 133 Rep 187 Posts Drives: '07 335i Sport; '01 330i Sport Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Intalled Dinan short shift and wired in illumnated knob . . . Attached Images
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-13-2018, 12:28 PM	#5909
nvturbo Private First Class 23 Rep 115 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Charlotte iTrader: (0)	Thursday -- replaced the driver rear window regulator with a used Genuine BMW unit (regulator+motor). Works like it should but reprogramming the window wasn't fun. Friday -- replaced the spark plugs and coils with new NGK plugs and Bosch coils. Prior to replacement, the car would have a fluctuation idle from 600-800RPM. Also, while stopped at a light (in DRIVE), it would feel like someone bumping into the back of the car. Now, idle is at a consistent 600RPM and car runs smooth. Sunday -- removed and painted the "chrome" trim around the windows. Tried to clean up the faded chrome but to no avail. The gloss black looks way better and matches the car. Monday -- replaced the pitted foglights with a new set of ZKW units. Also, replaced the leaking washer fluid pump. Yeah, I've been busy these past few days. LOL
	Appreciate 1 bhenault31.00 Quote

03-13-2018, 12:58 PM	#5910
Welcome to NBA Jam Is it the shoes!? 3893 Rep 5,111 Posts Drives: (Sold) 2011 E92 335i ZMP 6MT Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	Not my car, but my friend's 328i. Replaced the rear shocks. Easiest job ever! We'll be doing struts in a few weeks. I've got a strut compressor, but I don't know if it can compress enough.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-13-2018, 02:03 PM	#5911
salpone Second Lieutenant 125 Rep 220 Posts Drives: Bmw E92 320d Msport Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: italia iTrader: (0)
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-14-2018, 02:02 PM	#5913
Silent9n54 Captain 580 Rep 940 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Vancouver, Canada iTrader: (0)	Replaced gasket on the oil filter housing ..what a mess of a job one weird thing is that my car sounds a bit different now... turbos whistle more now..before it was more of a whistle/pressured air sound...weird...a bit quieter
	Appreciate 1 bhenault31.00 Quote

03-14-2018, 04:42 PM	#5915
N54Twin Major 413 Rep 1,362 Posts Drives: F85 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (9)	Prep some sweet for her... Will start looking 4 a leak this weekend. Attached Images __________________
	Appreciate 0 Quote