[2006330xi]

Originally Posted by BSME90

e60: very nice 5 series!

2006330xi: Welcome! Please post pics of your e90! What kind of mechanical work did you need done? There's a few places that come to my mind: JB Eurotech and Imola.

Right now I don't need anything done to the car (35,000 miles), but at some point I will and I do not want to pay the dealership rates. I called my local shop and asked them if they worked on BMWs and they said yes they do, but I think most places will say yes. How does one determine whether or not a shop is indeed qualified to work on BMWs, or at least has the equipment/expertise to do the job?

[JBEurotech_BMW_Repair]

Originally Posted by 2006330xi

Right now I don't need anything done to the car (35,000 miles), but at some point I will and I do not want to pay the dealership rates. I called my local shop and asked them if they worked on BMWs and they said yes they do, but I think most places will say yes. How does one determine whether or not a shop is indeed qualified to work on BMWs, or at least has the equipment/expertise to do the job?

Ask them if they are capable of coding and programing newer BMW's if they say no. They likly lack equipment or training on the newer modules. Coeing and programing n NEW BMW's can only be done Via GT1/SSS (old limited now) Autologic or the new Issis or 3G online system from BMW

Hope this helps

[MNm3]

Just installed the Eibach Pro Kit on my car last night... giant pain in my arse, most likely my own dumb fault on the install, but anyways...

Its been awhile since my last car and the springs I put on there, but does anyone know how long it takes for springs to fully settle and how much do they typically settle?

[MNm3]

I just rode in a new X5 M (badass by the way, the thing handles like 3 series car and hauls ass... sorry thats either here nor there) and was toying around with the iDrive and its voice commands etc., and noticed a few changes to the voice recognition among other things that make life a lot easier when it comes to things like entering addresses. (you can just say the whole address at once instead of going to each city, state, street and calling them out one by one)

Does upgrading to the new navigation version give that fuctionality? Or does it just give you updated road maps and info?

If it doesn't give you that, is there a way to get that fuctionality besides buying a new car?

I know some of you guys with your new 3 series get this.

[Jred22]

Originally Posted by MNm3

I just rode in a new X5 M (badass by the way, the thing handles like 3 series car and hauls ass

I know i'm not the majority here, but there is something about a SUV that can haul ass, that makes me go from 6 to midnight. I had a Jeep SRT8 (11.7 1/4 mile) before the BMW and if they make a new gen Jeep SRT8 (looks like they will) I'm definitely going to try and get back into one.

[BSME90]

Originally Posted by Jred22

I know i'm not the majority here, but there is something about a SUV that can haul ass, that makes me go from 6 to midnight. I had a Jeep SRT8 (11.7 1/4 mile) before the BMW and if they make a new gen Jeep SRT8 (looks like they will) I'm definitely going to try and get back into one.

I know what you mean. My father used to have a '04 G55 AMG.

[MN BMW]

I can totally relate to the fast SUV bug. Since my son was born six months ago, I've been trying to find a nice family ride. I've been looking at the X3, but yesterday I found myself looking at the older X5 4.8is.

[e60rocks]

Wassp Mnm3 how did u do the install? I'm trying to do the same thing but I didn't know if any members on here knew how to do it. U mind giving me a hand with the install sometime? I'm told you have to do an alignment after installing the springs

[e60rocks]

I need help with installing eibach lowering springs.. Anyone fancy giving me a hand with the install? I have never done it before but it dosent seem too complicated.

[BrianMN]

I've swapped out more springs than I care to admit to. Did you already buy them? If not, check out some good coilovers! I could help you out...but full coilovers would take 5 min. less! haha

[e60rocks]

Originally Posted by BrianMN

I've swapped out more springs than I care to admit to. Did you already buy them? If not, check out some good coilovers! I could help you out...but full coilovers would take 5 min. less! haha

yeah i was gonna do coilovers but they are a lil out of my price range i'm buying an MKIT as well so after paint and install of the kit, the fiance might start reminding me that we have a wedding ahead lol. when are u free and what tools would i need? Anybody else wanna join us? we can make it a mini meet/ install?

[BrianMN]

Lookin good!

I'm free most nights...and you won't need any tools if we do it at my house... or if you have a nice setup we could do it there.

[BSME90]

That's a great picture Nick! That parking garage looks familiar, I think I had a photoshoot there with one of my previous cars.

I'd like to see how suspension is installed in a BMW.

[e60rocks]

Nice rims Nick i love those on any bmw..How does next thursday sound Brian? i can just come to you since u have all the tools.

[e60rocks]

Btw guys i found a good place for vinyl wraps, he is doing my window trim in matte black next wednesday. His right behind firestone in downtown hopkins. Jeff @ 612-281-4445.

[IRL-MN]

What is up guys, just got back from my trip yesterday. I have some catching up to do on E90 post! Did I miss anything exciting? For example, did Anvar get a new car?

I just got done with washing my car for the first time. When I was taking the water off with the chamois, I noticed the hood is covered in water marks Can't imagine where I got them, unless they were on there already. Any tips for removal? I don't think I should use a clay bar yet as the paint is still fresh...

[ajvee]

Originally Posted by IRL-MN

What is up guys, just got back from my trip yesterday. I have some catching up to do on E90 post! Did I miss anything exciting? For example, did Anvar get a new car?

I just got done with washing my car for the first time. When I was taking the water off with the chamois, I noticed the hood is covered in water marks Can't imagine where I got them, unless they were on there already. Any tips for removal? I don't think I should use a clay bar yet as the paint is still fresh...

Welcome back sir, looking forward to grabbing some beers and hearing about the great wall!

[ajvee]

Chaps,

I hope you guys had a good weekend. I am happy to announce that my team has made it into the finals for our division this year. Our game is this saturday.

Location - Bryn Mawr

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=...ed=0CBMQ8gEwAA

Time - 12 PM (Could potentially play till 7 or 8 PM)

It would be great if some of you guys came out to watch and support our team. Since the game goes on the for the whole day, you can stop by anytime during the day.

Cheers,
Anvar

[IRL-MN]

Originally Posted by ajvee

Chaps,

I hope you guys had a good weekend. I am happy to announce that my team has made it into the finals for our division this year. Our game is this saturday.

Location - Bryn Mawr

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=...ed=0CBMQ8gEwAA

Time - 12 PM (Could potentially play till 7 or 8 PM)

It would be great if some of you guys came out to watch and support our team. Since the game goes on the for the whole day, you can stop by anytime during the day.

Cheers,
Anvar

I will probably stop down for a while. The gf is out of town for the week, so I'll be at a loose end...

[MNm3]

Originally Posted by e60rocks

Wassp Mnm3 how did u do the install? I'm trying to do the same thing but I didn't know if any members on here knew how to do it. U mind giving me a hand with the install sometime? I'm told you have to do an alignment after installing the springs

Check out this DIY page

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15397

I'd be happy to help out. I've done it on my M3 and my old 330 xi. Fortunately both time I did them, it was done at a friend's race shop, so they had a lift. Not a big deal, but it makes it go a little quicker.

Let me know when you want to do it. I'm out of town starting this Wednesday through next week on business, but after that, I'm free.

[MNm3]

Originally Posted by MNm3

I just rode in a new X5 M (badass by the way, the thing handles like 3 series car and hauls ass... sorry thats either here nor there) and was toying around with the iDrive and its voice commands etc., and noticed a few changes to the voice recognition among other things that make life a lot easier when it comes to things like entering addresses. (you can just say the whole address at once instead of going to each city, state, street and calling them out one by one)

Does upgrading to the new navigation version give that fuctionality? Or does it just give you updated road maps and info?

If it doesn't give you that, is there a way to get that fuctionality besides buying a new car?

I know some of you guys with your new 3 series get this.

Yes. I know fast SUVs are badass. One day, I will have an M3 and a X5M for my winter car. wishfull thinking.

But does anyone know the answer to my question?

[e60rocks]

Originally Posted by MNm3

Check out this DIY page

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15397

I'd be happy to help out. I've done it on my M3 and my old 330 xi. Fortunately both time I did them, it was done at a friend's race shop, so they had a lift. Not a big deal, but it makes it go a little quicker.

Let me know when you want to do it. I'm out of town starting this Wednesday through next week on business, but after that, I'm free.

Awesome thnx buddy. i'm not in a big hurry so we can def wait till u get back in town. How does Wednesday the 25th sound? Mbr BrianMN might also be able to help with the install on wednesday. Oh and i will pick up the beers like the diy says