What did you do to your car today?

tcphoto · 07-15-2022, 12:17 PM

I received the MTech rear bumper in the worlds largest box, it's in the car and will be dropped off at the body shop for paint. Thankful for the fold down seat rear seat and looking forward to installing it on Tuesday if all goes well.

LORDD · 07-15-2022, 12:26 PM

Today I am suffering from open heart wallet surgery after getting the windows done looks soooo much better 🥰 time for a beer 🍺 now

feuer · 07-15-2022, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

I need to button everything up, refill and check for leaks, but I think I'm about done! There's a 50% chance I confused the VANOS solenoid wiring and accidentally swapped... Probably should have marked that better...

Fingers crossed!

The engine harness is against all logic. Cable that goes ever the intake manifold is for exhaust Vanos’solenoid. The cable that goes above the exhaust manifold is for the intake Vanos solenoid. But don’t worry. Even if you mixed them up nothing will happen to the engine itself. It won’t run ok and will have CEL for Vanos, cams and possibly crank too.

feuer · 07-15-2022, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolf 335

Don't even think about putting that in your car.

For me not so much that is open box but that is CFS. Although they have usually good products I have had to return two of these due to leaks.

StradaRedlands · 07-15-2022, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by feuer

The engine harness is against all logic. Cable that goes ever the intake manifold is for exhaust Vanos’solenoid. The cable that goes above the exhaust manifold is for the intake Vanos solenoid. But don’t worry. Even if you mixed them up nothing will happen to the engine itself. It won’t run ok and will have CEL for Vanos, cams and possibly crank too.

Yeah, I majorly messed up by not marking one to differentiate. I figured I would remember but the job took a couple days, and by that point I couldn't recall with certainty. I ended up watching three or four videos to find an example of the right way, and that was it! I sure don't like the bend the bottom one (exhaust?) takes... housing was totally gone so I had to wrap to reinforce it. Hopefully good to go another 15 that way!

Brian86 · 07-15-2022, 09:22 PM

If I remember correctly... swapping the two vanos solenoid harness not only does not harm the car, but ze German engineers actually programed the DME to recognize this condition and have a specific malfunction code for it.

feuer · 07-15-2022, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Brian86

If I remember correctly... swapping the two vanos solenoid harness not only does not harm the car, but ze German engineers actually programed the DME to recognize this condition and have a specific malfunction code for it.

No specific codes, only plethora of camshaft and crankshaft codes that also show up when Vanos solenoids, sensors, return check valves or oil filter cap can cause. Nothing specific.

StradaRedlands · 07-16-2022, 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian86

If I remember correctly... swapping the two vanos solenoid harness not only does not harm the car, but ze German engineers actually programed the DME to recognize this condition and have a specific malfunction code for it.

They put some thought into that!

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Originally Posted by feuer

No specific codes, only plethora of camshaft and crankshaft codes that also show up when Vanos solenoids, sensors, return check valves or oil filter cap can cause. Nothing specific.

Christmas tree of errors!

beemer · 07-16-2022, 12:43 PM

Hello All! I am officially new to this forum, but I have been lurking here for years and have enjoyed this forum. I have owned two e21's, one e46 and two e90's. I have learned much on this forum and much of the stuff on my current 2011 e90 reflects cosmetic mods I have found here. With that said, I hope I am on the right thread. I am reluctantly selling my car. She is very close to "cherry" stock. Only engine mod is the charge pipe for obvious reasons.

. She has 81K miles on her. Black Leather interior in perfect condition and other goodies. Attached a few pics. I will post more later after ensuring that I am on the correct thread and not infringing on anyone. I feel compelled to come here first before advertising it anywhere else. Please feel free to direct me to the right location.

colorado.e9x · 07-17-2022, 01:21 AM

Got some more car parts in and more to come Tuesday

Mostly excited for the light bar setup. What? A light bar on an e90? Disgusting. Nonsense. It'll be hidden behind the lower grille. Nice and sleek, primary uses will be late night mountain runs and roadside emergency lights. Will be controlled remotely via homelink (is the goal)

StradaRedlands · 07-17-2022, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by colorado.e9x

Got some more car parts in and more to come Tuesday

Mostly excited for the light bar setup. What? A light bar on an e90? Disgusting. Nonsense. It'll be hidden behind the lower grille. Nice and sleek, primary uses will be late night mountain runs and roadside emergency lights. Will be controlled remotely via homelink (is the goal)

Will be a great project! I put some on our GL and was really happy with the results.

4 Doors · 07-17-2022, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

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Originally Posted by fazm

I left the house last Sunday and drove Dallas -> Santa Fe, then Santa Fe -> Durango Monday, then Durango -> Ouray on Tuesday. All ~900 miles were great and it was awesome to enjoy all the upgrades since making the same trip a year ago. Much improved quality of life. Since then I added:

In the car:
- p3gauge to monitor coolant temps
- 335 cluster with oil temp gauges (and custom speedometer)
- wood shifter knob
- euro armrest (freakin love it)
- passenger side glasses holder for my wife's sunglasses
- mag safe phone charger + phone cradle for good GPS visibility
- euro headlight/fog switch (thanks 4doors!)

Under the hood:
- new starter
- 3SIM + 330 tune
- new voltage regulator
- BMW performance air intake
- BMW performance strut bar
- new water pump
- new tstat
- new CSF racing radiator
- new hoses & reservoir
- new ground straps
- new ofhg

Amazing it took a whole year to get all that done, but felt great to enjoy it all.

Do tell me more of this Euro armrest...!!!

I believe he is talking about the Euro split sliding/folding armrest

StradaRedlands · 07-17-2022, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 4 Doors

I believe he is talking about the Euro split sliding/folding armrest

Gotcha, thanks! Didn't know it was a thing! Still finding out new things about the E90 every day!

This looks like the best option: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1375457

fazm · 07-17-2022, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

Gotcha, thanks! Didn't know it was a thing! Still finding out new things about the E90 every day!

This looks like the best option: https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1375457

Yeah, here's what mine looks like:

StradaRedlands · 07-18-2022, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by fazm

Yeah, here's what mine looks like:

Looks great, thanks for taking a pic!

Hoody007 · 07-18-2022, 09:14 AM

Drove it for COVID testing

Also, alarm came in, and I've noticed my headliner is starting to droop behind the sun visors & the ultrasonic bump.

Wonder if I shouldn't go for a black headliner or stick with gray. Car is black/black, but with a gray headliner. Would probably want to go with synthetic suede as well, because why not?

Also, will do the Koni write up soon. It's been almost 1000 miles and I wanted some time for the setup to settle before writing a review.

Karlos20945 · 07-18-2022, 09:15 AM

Finally got round to getting the 320d remapped today (on the hottest day of the year!). Despite intake temperatures of over 40°C, it still managed an increase of 50bhp and 100ftlbs of torque. The tuner reckons if I were to come back on a cooler, more typically British day, I'd easily see a higher reading on the dyno.

StuKatz · 07-18-2022, 12:24 PM

The brake calipers were rusted. Looked terrible.
I took them off , cleaned them up with wire brush and gave them a coat of paint.

I like that they came out looking subtle and not too flashy

StuKatz · 07-18-2022, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tcphoto

I received the MTech rear bumper in the worlds largest box, it's in the car and will be dropped off at the body shop for paint. Thankful for the fold down seat rear seat and looking forward to installing it on Tuesday if all goes well.

Did you get it from Rockauto?

My E91 rear M sport bumper cover from Rockauto came ina huge box, with other boxes inside to protect the shape

tcphoto · 07-18-2022, 01:17 PM

Nope, I bought it from **********s and it should be painted today and ready to be installed Wednesday. I will post a picture when I'm finished.

tcphoto · 07-18-2022, 01:18 PM

I guess the Mods don't like or aren't sponsored by said vendor...

StradaRedlands · 07-18-2022, 01:41 PM

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I guess the Mods don't like or aren't sponsored by said vendor...

We have to know know now, it's the Streisand Effect!!!

07-15-2022, 12:17 PM	#20945
tcphoto Brigadier General 4035 Rep 3,217 Posts Drives: E92 335i 6MT Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (1)	I received the MTech rear bumper in the worlds largest box, it's in the car and will be dropped off at the body shop for paint. Thankful for the fold down seat rear seat and looking forward to installing it on Tuesday if all goes well. __________________
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07-15-2022, 12:26 PM	#20946
LORDD Private First Class 143 Rep 115 Posts Drives: BMW E91 320d M Sport Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Tinted windows Today I am suffering from open heart wallet surgery after getting the windows done looks soooo much better 🥰 time for a beer 🍺 now Attached Images __________________ If it?s Standard Modify it
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07-15-2022, 09:22 PM	#20950
Brian86 Captain 662 Rep 786 Posts Drives: e36 M3, e91 325xi, N50 Xterra Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Pittsburgh iTrader: (0)	If I remember correctly... swapping the two vanos solenoid harness not only does not harm the car, but ze German engineers actually programed the DME to recognize this condition and have a specific malfunction code for it. __________________ Sometimes a bolt is just a bolt.
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07-16-2022, 12:43 PM	#20953
beemer New Member 15 Rep 10 Posts Drives: bmw 335i Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: va iTrader: (0)	2011 e90 for sale Hello All! I am officially new to this forum, but I have been lurking here for years and have enjoyed this forum. I have owned two e21's, one e46 and two e90's. I have learned much on this forum and much of the stuff on my current 2011 e90 reflects cosmetic mods I have found here. With that said, I hope I am on the right thread. I am reluctantly selling my car. She is very close to "cherry" stock. Only engine mod is the charge pipe for obvious reasons. . She has 81K miles on her. Black Leather interior in perfect condition and other goodies. Attached a few pics. I will post more later after ensuring that I am on the correct thread and not infringing on anyone. I feel compelled to come here first before advertising it anywhere else. Please feel free to direct me to the right location. Attached Images
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07-17-2022, 01:21 AM	#20954
colorado.e9x eBay Special 3527 Rep 3,153 Posts Drives: E90 330xi Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Western Slope, Colorado iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 BMW 330xi [10.00] 2007 BMW 328xi [9.50]	Got some more car parts in and more to come Tuesday Mostly excited for the light bar setup. What? A light bar on an e90? Disgusting. Nonsense. It'll be hidden behind the lower grille. Nice and sleek, primary uses will be late night mountain runs and roadside emergency lights. Will be controlled remotely via homelink (is the goal) __________________ Common sense is a flower that does not bloom in everyone's garden
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07-18-2022, 09:14 AM	#20960
Hoody007 Major 1605 Rep 1,263 Posts Drives: 335i ZMZ LCI \| 850i/6 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Dunwoody, GA & Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Drove it for COVID testing Also, alarm came in, and I've noticed my headliner is starting to droop behind the sun visors & the ultrasonic bump. Wonder if I shouldn't go for a black headliner or stick with gray. Car is black/black, but with a gray headliner. Would probably want to go with synthetic suede as well, because why not? Also, will do the Koni write up soon. It's been almost 1000 miles and I wanted some time for the setup to settle before writing a review.
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Karlos20945 Private First Class 194 Rep 187 Posts Drives: E90 LCI 320d SE Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Basingstoke iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW 320d [0.00]	Finally got round to getting the 320d remapped today (on the hottest day of the year!). Despite intake temperatures of over 40°C, it still managed an increase of 50bhp and 100ftlbs of torque. The tuner reckons if I were to come back on a cooler, more typically British day, I'd easily see a higher reading on the dyno. Attached Images __________________
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StuKatz Private First Class 250 Rep 172 Posts Drives: M Roadster, E46, E91, F30 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Balzac iTrader: (0)	Painted The brake calipers The brake calipers were rusted. Looked terrible. I took them off , cleaned them up with wire brush and gave them a coat of paint. I like that they came out looking subtle and not too flashy Attached Images __________________ 2001 M Roadster Imola Red 2002 E46 Sedan Sapphire Black Metallic 2012 E91 xDrive Sapphire Black Metallic
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07-18-2022, 01:17 PM	#20964
tcphoto Brigadier General 4035 Rep 3,217 Posts Drives: E92 335i 6MT Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (1)	Nope, I bought it from **********s and it should be painted today and ready to be installed Wednesday. I will post a picture when I'm finished. __________________
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