What did you do to your car today?

david in germany · 04-07-2018, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Bavarian Tech

Got my Extended leather/center console installed today

Very nice, more info please!

The Nightman · 04-07-2018, 05:54 PM

Did some coding with NCS Expert. Very simple once you realize you're just downloading a file from the car, modifying the values in it and uploading it back on. I used a BimmerGeeks cable and a 6A charger as a precaution (but still only 12.2v with ignition on).

I did the following changes and listed the respective module and values:

1. Digital speedometer with true speed: KOMBI - BC_DIGITAL_V, V_DIGITAL_KORRECTOR
2. Auto eject key when turning engine off: CAS - KOMFORT_EJECT
3. Auto unlock doors when ejecting key: CAS - ER_KEYOUT_AUTOVR
4. Close windows w/ key remote: CAS - KOMFORTSCHLIESSUNG_FB
5. Disable seat belt chime: ABG - SBR_FAHRER_1, SBR_BEIFAHRER_2_CD
6. Complete wiper sweep after ignition off: JBBF - ZYCLUS_VOLLEND_KLR_AUS
7. Enable auto headlight sensitivity control in BC menu: KOMBI - LICHT_AUT_WERT_1, 2, 3

I didn't touch the FRM out of fear of bricking it!

Useful references:
Setting up BMW Standard Tools: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1204192
NCS Expert guide: http://blog.obdii365.com/2016/04/19/...for-beginners/
Coding list: http://www.e90post.com/forums/attach...8&d=1310743382

Welcome to NBA Jam · 04-07-2018, 07:29 PM

Changed one of my friend's struts on his E90. Whew! What a learning experience! We're doing the other one tomorrow.

Not as straight forward as I thought, but now I've got the method down! We used this one-piece strut compressor. It worked very well.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017H1AWMK..._tqvYAbR9NAY5Q

feuer · 04-07-2018, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Bavarian Tech

Got my Extended leather/center console installed today

Quote:

Originally Posted by david in germany

Very nice, more info please!

Looks fantastic. I would like to have more info too.

feuer · 04-07-2018, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by K9Leader

I ordered two sheets, about twice what I needed, mostly because the first time I wrapped the pieces, I did not have enough to do the console piece with the pattern running the same way. Turns out I was able to do everything with one sheet with enough left over to redo some of the smaller pieces. I still have the entire second sheet and could make you a deal on it if you go this direction

How much for the sheet left?

Eric_M328i · 04-07-2018, 08:54 PM

Carbon fiber Wrapped the Shifter knob and Shifter surround trim

AWSB328iM · 04-07-2018, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric_M328i

Carbon fiber Wrapped the Shifter knob and Shifter surround trim

Plus 30hp!

K9Leader · 04-07-2018, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by feuer

How much for the sheet left?

PM'ed you.

mweisdorfer · 04-07-2018, 11:57 PM

Did brake job, front & back - Zimmerman cross drilled rotors, & Akebono pads.

Changed to valve cover gasket

Changed the motor mounts & trans mounts with 034 street version

Changed out the inlets to MMP 1.75" silicone.

I was able to take off the metal bracket, used to hold the oem inlet going to the rear turbo, located on the backside of the engine that so many people run into problems with and have to bend it out of the way. It's easy to get too with the valve cover off

The cats were a major issue getting off. They have never been off the car & the car is a Michigan car. Think rust belt. Torch nope, Kroil oil soaking for 24 hours nope. Torch glowing red hot & dousing the bolts with cold water / nope

Had to use a dremel for the bottom bolts and a sawzall with a Diablo carbon tipped metal blade to get the top bolts off. As well as dropping the entire exhaust down, in order to create room to get the sawzall in there. We sawed threw the middle of both ends (sawing through the gasket). I used a grinder that has a thick Dewalt SS brush wheel on it to clean up the gasket residue (rust & gasket) on both ends. I bought the BMS gasket kit for the cats upon reinstalling them. I had to heat up the left over bolts stuck in the cats to red hot, glowing temps and then pound them out with a punch and 8# mini sledge hammer. NOT FUN. Trust me I ENVY those who live in non-rust belt states. We have so much more to overcome in our area of the country in order to DIY.

No I don't have a tune, so I don't have catless
downpipes. I'd have to get new injectors and probably new turbos since both are original to the car . $3300.00 (turbos + injectors + catless downpipes) just to get a tune. No thanks. I guess my point is that that's why I just put the cats back on.

I did the motor mounts and the silicone inlets because it was a "while your in there" deal. You have to take out the cats in order to do both projects correctly. It took me and a buddy of mine about 36?hours to accomplish all of this in about 3 1/2 days.

Another "while you are in there" deal on project like this where you take the cats out is replacing the O2 sensors. If you're over 125k and are running on original O2 sensors, you should replace them proactively.

I will tell you the MMP inlets are very thick and stout. I don't know how anyone could get 2" inlets in there. It's extremely tight. I had a difficult time putting the oem fan back in. I have a 5" stepped FMIC. It is wider than the radiator. So, the fan has to be carefully wedged over the lip created by the wider FMIC. It also touches the front inlet that goes the to front turbo. I have an N54 without the oil cooler.

I used the following DIYs -

Inlets -

Valve cover gasket -

http://bd8ba3c866c8cbc330ab-7b26c6f3...eplacement.pdf

Motor mounts -

http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22841

No DIY for the brakes. That's any easy button.

Also, I did not follow the ecs tuning guide to the letter. I put Ultra Black gasket maker in the groove where the gasket goes, pressed the new OEM (no after mkt) gasket in the groove & then applied a thin coating of Ultra Black on top of the gasket. So, basically 2 layers of ultra black like a sandwich with the gasket in the middle.

Greyfox · 04-08-2018, 03:25 PM

So, the center console I got from the junk yard came with a plain rear vent cover. And since I'm going to loose the cigarette outlet when I switch the console out....still have a bit of sanding and painting to do....

Eric_M328i · 04-08-2018, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by AWSB328iM

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Originally Posted by Eric_M328i

Carbon fiber Wrapped the Shifter knob and Shifter surround trim

Plus 30hp!

Lol Weight Reduction bro

Shane335 · 04-08-2018, 07:52 PM

Installed KW coilovers on an e92 335i, The guy loves the way it corners now. Then some BC coilovers on an e90 328i. not as happy with them. also did the oil pan gasket and trans drain filter and gasket on the 328i. I'm tired and ready for a drink.

335xituned · 04-08-2018, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane335

Installed KW coilovers on an e92 335i, The guy loves the way it corners now. Then some BC coilovers on an e90 328i. not as happy with them. also did the oil pan gasket and trans drain filter and gasket on the 328i. I'm tired and ready for a drink.

Why was he not happy with the bc ? Im contemplating buying bcs should i hold out for kws ?

Wingnutts · 04-08-2018, 09:12 PM

New wheels and tires.

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AWSB328iM · 04-08-2018, 09:28 PM

Took the foam out of my L7 speakers grills.

Shane335 · 04-08-2018, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 335xituned

Why was he not happy with the bc ? Im contemplating buying bcs should i hold out for kws ?

They were to bouncy for him. I did all the adjusting of them on the firm settings I just liked the KW's better and easier to adjust.

Shane335 · 04-08-2018, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by RuskiE39

ESR SR08?

they sure are

mweisdorfer · 04-09-2018, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by AWSB328iM

Took the foam out of my L7 speakers grills.

Does the system sound better ?

AWSB328iM · 04-09-2018, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by mweisdorfer

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Originally Posted by AWSB328iM

Took the foam out of my L7 speakers grills.

Does the system sound better ?

The foam is so thin it wouldn't be noticeable if it did. I did it purely for aesthetic reasons.

6ixSpd · 04-09-2018, 05:02 PM

Well, I guess it's officially Spring now that the winter mats are out. I still need to remove those nasty salt stains... Also wrapped the steering wheel trim in gloss black and installed the M Sport steering wheel. And most importantly: summer wheels are back on!!

ipbln · 04-09-2018, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

Wow that looks so good. Nice and clean.

Greyfox · 04-10-2018, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 6ixSpd

Who makes that air pump?

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The Nightman Cometh 1306 Rep 1,445 Posts Drives: Boy's Soul Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Boy's Hole iTrader: (4) Garage List E90 LCI "330i& ... [10.00]	Did some coding with NCS Expert. Very simple once you realize you're just downloading a file from the car, modifying the values in it and uploading it back on. I used a BimmerGeeks cable and a 6A charger as a precaution (but still only 12.2v with ignition on). I did the following changes and listed the respective module and values: 1. Digital speedometer with true speed: KOMBI - BC_DIGITAL_V, V_DIGITAL_KORRECTOR 2. Auto eject key when turning engine off: CAS - KOMFORT_EJECT 3. Auto unlock doors when ejecting key: CAS - ER_KEYOUT_AUTOVR 4. Close windows w/ key remote: CAS - KOMFORTSCHLIESSUNG_FB 5. Disable seat belt chime: ABG - SBR_FAHRER_1, SBR_BEIFAHRER_2_CD 6. Complete wiper sweep after ignition off: JBBF - ZYCLUS_VOLLEND_KLR_AUS 7. Enable auto headlight sensitivity control in BC menu: KOMBI - LICHT_AUT_WERT_1, 2, 3 I didn't touch the FRM out of fear of bricking it! Useful references: Setting up BMW Standard Tools: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1204192 NCS Expert guide: http://blog.obdii365.com/2016/04/19/...for-beginners/ Coding list: http://www.e90post.com/forums/attach...8&d=1310743382 Last edited by The Nightman; 04-14-2018 at 03:38 AM..
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mweisdorfer Major General 1953 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 brake job, front & back - Zimmerman cross drilled rotors, & Akebono pads. Changed to valve cover gasket Changed the motor mounts & trans mounts with 034 street version Changed out the inlets to MMP 1.75" silicone. I was able to take off the metal bracket, used to hold the oem inlet going to the rear turbo, located on the backside of the engine that so many people run into problems with and have to bend it out of the way. It's easy to get too with the valve cover off The cats were a major issue getting off. They have never been off the car & the car is a Michigan car. Think rust belt. Torch nope, Kroil oil soaking for 24 hours nope. Torch glowing red hot & dousing the bolts with cold water / nope Had to use a dremel for the bottom bolts and a sawzall with a Diablo carbon tipped metal blade to get the top bolts off. As well as dropping the entire exhaust down, in order to create room to get the sawzall in there. We sawed threw the middle of both ends (sawing through the gasket). I used a grinder that has a thick Dewalt SS brush wheel on it to clean up the gasket residue (rust & gasket) on both ends. I bought the BMS gasket kit for the cats upon reinstalling them. I had to heat up the left over bolts stuck in the cats to red hot, glowing temps and then pound them out with a punch and 8# mini sledge hammer. NOT FUN. Trust me I ENVY those who live in non-rust belt states. We have so much more to overcome in our area of the country in order to DIY. No I don't have a tune, so I don't have catless downpipes. I'd have to get new injectors and probably new turbos since both are original to the car . $3300.00 (turbos + injectors + catless downpipes) just to get a tune. No thanks. I guess my point is that that's why I just put the cats back on. I did the motor mounts and the silicone inlets because it was a "while your in there" deal. You have to take out the cats in order to do both projects correctly. It took me and a buddy of mine about 36?hours to accomplish all of this in about 3 1/2 days. Another "while you are in there" deal on project like this where you take the cats out is replacing the O2 sensors. If you're over 125k and are running on original O2 sensors, you should replace them proactively. I will tell you the MMP inlets are very thick and stout. I don't know how anyone could get 2" inlets in there. It's extremely tight. I had a difficult time putting the oem fan back in. I have a 5" stepped FMIC. It is wider than the radiator. So, the fan has to be carefully wedged over the lip created by the wider FMIC. It also touches the front inlet that goes the to front turbo. I have an N54 without the oil cooler. I used the following DIYs - Inlets - Valve cover gasket - http://bd8ba3c866c8cbc330ab-7b26c6f3...eplacement.pdf Motor mounts - http://www.n54tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22841 No DIY for the brakes. That's any easy button. Also, I did not follow the ecs tuning guide to the letter. I put Ultra Black gasket maker in the groove where the gasket goes, pressed the new OEM (no after mkt) gasket in the groove & then applied a thin coating of Ultra Black on top of the gasket. So, basically 2 layers of ultra black like a sandwich with the gasket in the middle.
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