Official Ottawa Members Thread (#2)

TheMidnightNarwhal · 09-21-2018, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by hunginator

Slick Automotive on Thurston Drive. His name is Andre.

How much should I expect for an alignement? 100$?

hunginator · 09-21-2018, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

How much should I expect for an alignement? 100$?

sorry i should've read your post more clearly. andre doesn't have an alignment rack but i go to him exclusively for wheels & tires. he is super careful and knowledgeable so i never worry about any damage during the mounting/dismounting process.

for an alignment, i would suggest going to either Getty Automotive in the east end or if you want to go west, check out Seamless Autocare.

cant remember how much they charge... they're not exactly cheap but you definitely get what you pay for.

MightyMouseTech · 11-07-2018, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by hunginator

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

How much should I expect for an alignement? 100$?

sorry i should've read your post more clearly. andre doesn't have an alignment rack but i go to him exclusively for wheels & tires. he is super careful and knowledgeable so i never worry about any damage during the mounting/dismounting process.

for an alignment, i would suggest going to either Getty Automotive in the east end or if you want to go west, check out Seamless Autocare.

cant remember how much they charge... they're not exactly cheap but you definitely get what you pay for.

Or see your favorite front end tech at Otto's.

hunginator · 11-08-2018, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Or see your favorite front end tech at Otto's.

agree!

TheMidnightNarwhal · 11-14-2018, 10:29 AM

Hey guys. Where should I go for exhaust modding.

I want to replace secondary cats with a vibrant resonator. I don't have supplies or tools for welding at home.

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Or see your favorite front end tech at Otto's.

Your work at Otto's?

MightyMouseTech · 11-14-2018, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

Hey guys. Where should I go for exhaust modding.

I want to replace secondary cats with a vibrant resonator. I don't have supplies or tools for welding at home.

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Or see your favorite front end tech at Otto's.

Your work at Otto's?

Yes. Started here four months ago.

Was at Honda and Acura for 16 years before that.

TheMidnightNarwhal · 11-14-2018, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Yes. Started here four months ago.

Was at Honda and Acura for 16 years before that.

Hey nice!

I went there about 2-1 weeks ago coded my key for comfort access. Don't know if you saw my car, it was the 335is

But man that's nice, I would have love to be a tech for BMW. But I don't know if it's to late to do that.

MightyMouseTech · 11-14-2018, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Yes. Started here four months ago.

Was at Honda and Acura for 16 years before that.

Hey nice!

I went there about 2-1 weeks ago coded my key for comfort access. Don't know if you saw my car, it was the 335is

But man that's nice, I would have love to be a tech for BMW. But I don't know if it's to late to do that.

Hell, I'm 47, never too late.

TheMidnightNarwhal · 11-14-2018, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Hell, I'm 47, never too late.

But I mean, I already have a good job working for National Defence in IT.

What type of education did you need to get into BMW tech position?

MightyMouseTech · 11-14-2018, 09:23 PM

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Hell, I'm 47, never too late.

But I mean, I already have a good job working for National Defence in IT.

What type of education did you need to get into BMW tech position?

Get a job as an apprentice.
Do your three years of schooling.
Buy a metric fuck tonne of tools.
Write your C of Q exam.
Bam, licensed tech.
Spin wrenches for warranty time. LOL

Not going to sugar coat it, it is a tough gig. Both physically and mentally. Need strong diagnostic and computer skills.

TheMidnightNarwhal · 11-15-2018, 07:31 AM

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Get a job as an apprentice.
Do your three years of schooling.
Buy a metric fuck tonne of tools.
Write your C of Q exam.
Bam, licensed tech.
Spin wrenches for warranty time. LOL

Not going to sugar coat it, it is a tough gig. Both physically and mentally. Need strong diagnostic and computer skills.

Yeah, I think I might stay in my field, really don't want to go back to school.

Do you get any substantial rebates? I played games online with a group of people and one guy said he worked for BMW as a IT engineer or something in IT and said he could get these awesome deals on cars and even M cars. Altough he was working directly in Germanny. But I never knew if that was true.

If it is I might consider applying in my field, because the pay will most likely be lower than what I'm getting here and if there are good deals could tip the decision scale for me

NorthernDancer · 01-07-2019, 04:17 PM

You are my favourite tech at Ottos (also driving instructor)

Oh, and you do alignments?

TheMidnightNarwhal · 01-08-2019, 11:14 AM

I ended up at AutoXtrëm in Gatineau. VERY good service and alignment is only 80$. They also did my downpipes and did a good job.

TheMidnightNarwhal · 01-24-2019, 09:44 AM

So do we do meets in the summer or is this thread dead?

TheMidnightNarwhal · 01-28-2019, 08:49 AM

Walnut intake valve in Ottawa area?
I'm sure there are some people in Ottawa who did this at a shop somewhere? Where did you go? Best price I found is 495$ but in Montreal.

Anything closer?

TheGoodTheBadTheUgly · 03-12-2019, 12:29 PM

Hey guys, switching from Ultramar's 91 Octane to Petro 94. Anyone has a clue which MHD map I should run on? I am currently using the 91 ACN one.

Kaynadian · 03-19-2019, 11:23 PM

First post here learning curve for me, if I'm posting in the wrong thread lemme know

To the point now, I have an oil leak that is increasing day by day, not 100% what it's from but I suspect it's the oil pan gasket have any of you had this leak? If so what lead you to determine it was that gasket in particular? Any shop recommendations in the area I need to get her fixed asap as it is getting worse and I don't think the oil pan gasket is a DIY for myself with the limited equipment I have access to

Car is currently at 112 000km, oil filter housing gasket was changed at 108 000km so positive it isn't leaking, valve cover gasket was done at a shop in Montreal (by previous owner though) at 85 000km, I've removed the engine cover gave her a good clean so I highly doubt it has gone again but I'm not a mechanic so can't say for sure, how can I determine if this is indeed my oil pan gasket?

TheMidnightNarwhal · 07-17-2019, 10:35 AM

Damn our Ottawa thread is dead lol

Kbudz94 · 10-12-2019, 04:00 PM

Naww I'm here man!! I wont let it die let's keep the thread going. Just bought a 335i e92 6MT what's up lads I'm from kingston area and would love to chat about some stuff BMW related. I have tons of questions

Chriscabob · 10-15-2019, 11:37 AM

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Naww I'm here man!! I wont let it die let's keep the thread going. Just bought a 335i e92 6MT what's up lads I'm from kingston area and would love to chat about some stuff BMW related. I have tons of questions

Welcome! I'm also new to the forums. My father in law is driving up his 2010 335ix E92 M Sport with only 111k on it in 3 weeks. So stoked to start modding the car, little things at first like angel eye led and a vinyl wrap on the wood interior trim etc...

Best image I could get the father in law to take:

View post on imgur.com

Chriscabob · 10-15-2019, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by TheMidnightNarwhal

I ended up at AutoXtrëm in Gatineau. VERY good service and alignment is only 80$. They also did my downpipes and did a good job.

Do you think this shop would do the PE mod? Ie cut open the exhaust and weld in straight pipes?

MightyMouseTech · 10-15-2019, 11:45 AM

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You are my favourite tech at Ottos (also driving instructor)

Oh, and you do alignments?

Just saw this. Yes, I am the head alignment tech at Otto's.

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NorthernDancer Colonel 901 Rep 2,320 Posts Drives: 08 Sedona 128 & 06 330xiT 6MT Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Ottawa On Canada iTrader: (3)	MMT You are my favourite tech at Ottos (also driving instructor) Oh, and you do alignments? Last edited by NorthernDancer; 01-07-2019 at 04:18 PM.. Reason: add info
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TheMidnightNarwhal Major General 2888 Rep 6,438 Posts Drives: 11' 335is DCT Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Gatineau, Quebec iTrader: (0)	I ended up at AutoXtrëm in Gatineau. VERY good service and alignment is only 80$. They also did my downpipes and did a good job.
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TheMidnightNarwhal Major General 2888 Rep 6,438 Posts Drives: 11' 335is DCT Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Gatineau, Quebec iTrader: (0)	So do we do meets in the summer or is this thread dead?
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TheMidnightNarwhal Major General 2888 Rep 6,438 Posts Drives: 11' 335is DCT Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Gatineau, Quebec iTrader: (0)	Walnut intake valve in Ottawa area? I'm sure there are some people in Ottawa who did this at a shop somewhere? Where did you go? Best price I found is 495$ but in Montreal. Anything closer?
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TheGoodTheBadTheUgly Captain 288 Rep 698 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335i xDrive Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Gatineau iTrader: (0)	Hey guys, switching from Ultramar's 91 Octane to Petro 94. Anyone has a clue which MHD map I should run on? I am currently using the 91 ACN one. __________________ TOTALED \| 2011 E90 335i xDrive - BMS Cold Air Intake - ETS Charge Pipe - ETS 7" FMIC - MHD Stage 2+ - GFB DV+ - PE Mod - VRSF Catless Downpipe - xDelete - xHP Stage 3 2015 E84 X1 35i M-Sport
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Kaynadian Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i E90 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ottawa, On iTrader: (0)	First post here learning curve for me, if I'm posting in the wrong thread lemme know To the point now, I have an oil leak that is increasing day by day, not 100% what it's from but I suspect it's the oil pan gasket have any of you had this leak? If so what lead you to determine it was that gasket in particular? Any shop recommendations in the area I need to get her fixed asap as it is getting worse and I don't think the oil pan gasket is a DIY for myself with the limited equipment I have access to Car is currently at 112 000km, oil filter housing gasket was changed at 108 000km so positive it isn't leaking, valve cover gasket was done at a shop in Montreal (by previous owner though) at 85 000km, I've removed the engine cover gave her a good clean so I highly doubt it has gone again but I'm not a mechanic so can't say for sure, how can I determine if this is indeed my oil pan gasket?
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Kbudz94 Private 5 Rep 93 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Kingston Ontario iTrader: (1)	Naww I'm here man!! I wont let it die let's keep the thread going. Just bought a 335i e92 6MT what's up lads I'm from kingston area and would love to chat about some stuff BMW related. I have tons of questions Last edited by Kbudz94; 10-12-2019 at 04:01 PM.. Reason: Edit
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