What did you do to your car today?

alpinacsi · 07-24-2022, 06:24 PM

Fixed my slow start issue and excessive cranking today. I have had the car for about 10 days and decided it had to be done. Got a new fuel pressure regulator and tackled the job. It was actually not a difficult job, and the hardest part was removing the retaining rings from the fuel pump and the FPR assemblies. The fuel pump was not bad as it looks like the pump had been replaced recently but the FPR had never been out. Still replaced the oring on both. I did not have a tool to remove them and was going to make one but was able to pick up a loaner tool from AutoZone that worked with some persuasion.

The FPR solved the issues!

Also replaced all of the nasty door pulls with aftermarket pieces from Amazon. They are hard plastic but match perfectly and should last much better than the original parts.

bman142 · 07-24-2022, 06:42 PM

Front brake pads swapped from OEM to Akebono. Excited to see less dust. Stopping power seems normal so far, maybe a tiny bit slower to bite, although sounds like it needs a break-in period so we'll see. I kept the rotors I had as they seemed fine. Rear brakes next weekend.

Greyfox · 07-24-2022, 08:02 PM

Replaced the rear window washer pump.

StradaRedlands · 07-25-2022, 01:26 AM

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Bimmers are all good for the moment, so time to do some upkeep on the GL: Oil change (9k per Blackstone), cam plugs, oil separator, coolant change. Didn't get to brake fluid, but it's coming soon! After than, on to the Mazda3!!!

Alright, brake fluid and both front & rear differential fluid now changed (Mercedes has drain plugs, what a concept!). Pretty much good to go for another five years!

StradaRedlands · 07-25-2022, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by bman142

Front brake pads swapped from OEM to Akebono. Excited to see less dust. Stopping power seems normal so far, maybe a tiny bit slower to bite, although sounds like it needs a break-in period so we'll see. I kept the rotors I had as they seemed fine. Rear brakes next weekend.

I swear by Akebono pads. Really wanting the current BMW pads to hurry up and get used up so I can justify changing them out!!!

Wolf 335 · 07-25-2022, 07:32 AM

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Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

I swear by Akebono pads. Really wanting the current BMW pads to hurry up and get used up so I can justify changing them out!!!

I'm having an issue with Akebonos. They do this clunk when you first step on the brakes. It's as if the whole pad shifts laterally when you apply brakes.
Seems to be an issues with a few people based on my seach. I contacted Akebono and they sent me a new set. Haven't had a chance to install yet.

Aside from this clunk noise, I really like the fact that I dont have to clean my wheels.

FYI, ATE makes ceramics too. Might give these a try if my new set of Akebonos still makes noise.
Here's the link: BMW Brake Pad Set - ATE 34116780711

colorado.e9x · 07-25-2022, 06:38 PM

When I upgraded to 335 calipers..

330 w/ oe pads -> 335 w/ akebono pads

Initial bite ended up being the same as expected, and of course stopping power was increased while brake dust became virtually non existent. I do wish I did brass slider bushings and ss brake lines while I was in there. Maybe later..

Edit: and I have experienced no clunking with my pads. They are a little noisy hitting bumps when cold though.

agustincuenca · 07-25-2022, 07:19 PM

crankshaft sensor, o-ring and bolt replaced

CTinline-six · 07-26-2022, 10:02 AM

The clunking is a known issue with Akebonos and the 325/328/330. I had the same issue with clunking on mine, they sent me another set, same issue. I went back to Textar (OEM) pads and while they dust a lot the bite is much better and zero clunking. When I contacted Akebono they claimed to have addressed the issue, but when I received the new pads they looked identical, and I wasn't pleased after wasting time installing them AGAIN that the issue was still there.

Wolf 335 · 07-26-2022, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by CTinline-six

The clunking is a known issue with Akebonos and the 325/328/330. I had the same issue with clunking on mine, they sent me another set, same issue. I went back to Textar (OEM) pads and while they dust a lot the bite is much better and zero clunking. When I contacted Akebono they claimed to have addressed the issue, but when I received the new pads they looked identical, and I wasn't pleased after wasting time installing them AGAIN that the issue was still there.

How long ago was this?

CTinline-six · 07-26-2022, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Wolf 335

How long ago was this?

2019 or 2020.

R3dLeader · 07-26-2022, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Wolf 335

I'm having an issue with Akebonos. They do this clunk when you first step on the brakes. It's as if the whole pad shifts laterally when you apply brakes.
Seems to be an issues with a few people based on my seach. I contacted Akebono and they sent me a new set. Haven't had a chance to install yet.

Aside from this clunk noise, I really like the fact that I dont have to clean my wheels.

FYI, ATE makes ceramics too. Might give these a try if my new set of Akebonos still makes noise.
Here's the link: BMW Brake Pad Set - ATE 34116780711

I had the clunking noise when I bought my e93. Just changed to Akebono 2 weeks ago. The pads I removed with the clunk were Pagid.

If you use CRC disc brake quiet (the red paste) it helps to lock the pad to the caliper and will prevent the clunks.

I'm clunk free for 2 weeks.

colorado.e9x · 07-26-2022, 01:32 PM

^thinking about it I also used brake pad grease. Can't remember what brand, it was blue though

Cpet · 07-26-2022, 10:31 PM

Hit a curb. Guess there’s always a first time for everything. Alignment looks fine, don’t know if I should have it checked. Now I need to find someone to refinish the wheel.

Hoody007 · 07-27-2022, 09:44 AM

Had a replacement windshield installed on the F10. Went with Climate Comfort glass, makes a huge difference! Was $410 installed, which wasn't bad, all things considered.

Joey123 · 07-27-2022, 10:22 AM

I have ordered a replacement anti-roll bar from Eibach. Hope it helps with the loose handling on the 335i coupe. Thinking of ordering a new or second-hand LSD, can't believe BMW sent the 335i out with a standard diff. Both my old 325 E36 and 330 E46 handled better than the 335 but granted not as fast in a straight line.....ha ha

tcphoto · 07-27-2022, 06:22 PM

I renewed the registration and felt lucky to stand in line for only thirty minutes. I would have done it by mail but I didn’t receive the form after moving recently.

E93Dude · 07-27-2022, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoody007

Had a replacement windshield installed on the F10. Went with Climate Comfort glass, makes a huge difference! Was $410 installed, which wasn't bad, all things considered.

What difference did you notice?

Hoody007 · 07-27-2022, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by E93Dude

What difference did you notice?

Mostly a significant reduction in heat coming through the windshield.
The F10 has Premium 2, so sunshades in the rear, but the glass itself isn’t tinted.
Driving in the GA heat with all the sunshades up + the new windshield led to a significant reduction of heat in the cabin...

Serf27 · 07-27-2022, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tcphoto

I renewed the registration and felt lucky to stand in line for only thirty minutes. I would have done it by mail but I didn’t receive the form after moving recently.

I was at the dmv the other day. I only go towards the end of the day, around 4.
I was in and out in about 30 minutes. Seems they are getting faster/better.

RealJ22 · 07-28-2022, 12:53 PM

Cleared out more space in the garage. Still have to move 2 transmissions. Dabbling with the idea of an auto stacker.

Hoody007 · 07-28-2022, 01:03 PM

Bought a jack today - the Daytona 1.5 ton (Al) jack at Harbor Freight.
Also, found out I have 4 ton jack stands in the attic, so I think I’m set from a weight handling perspective (plus a rather healthy safety margin).

Driving from Atlanta -> Philly tomorrow (yes, I will be doing it in one day, leaving at 5AM), and am retrofitting the alarm for obvious reasons...

07-24-2022, 06:24 PM	#21011
alpinacsi Enlisted Member 51 Rep 30 Posts Drives: f31, e91, Alpina B9, Baur TC2 Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: North Georgia iTrader: (0)	Fixed my slow start issue and excessive cranking today. I have had the car for about 10 days and decided it had to be done. Got a new fuel pressure regulator and tackled the job. It was actually not a difficult job, and the hardest part was removing the retaining rings from the fuel pump and the FPR assemblies. The fuel pump was not bad as it looks like the pump had been replaced recently but the FPR had never been out. Still replaced the oring on both. I did not have a tool to remove them and was going to make one but was able to pick up a loaner tool from AutoZone that worked with some persuasion. The FPR solved the issues! Also replaced all of the nasty door pulls with aftermarket pieces from Amazon. They are hard plastic but match perfectly and should last much better than the original parts.
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07-24-2022, 06:42 PM	#21012
bman142 Enlisted Member 80 Rep 31 Posts Drives: 2008 E91 328xi mt Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Boston Area iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 328xi E91 Wagon [10.00]	Front brake pads swapped from OEM to Akebono. Excited to see less dust. Stopping power seems normal so far, maybe a tiny bit slower to bite, although sounds like it needs a break-in period so we'll see. I kept the rotors I had as they seemed fine. Rear brakes next weekend.
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07-24-2022, 08:02 PM	#21013
Greyfox Colonel 1227 Rep 2,840 Posts Drives: 2007 328xi E91 - 330k+ (miles) Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (2)	Replaced the rear window washer pump.
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07-25-2022, 06:38 PM	#21017
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]	When I upgraded to 335 calipers.. 330 w/ oe pads -> 335 w/ akebono pads Initial bite ended up being the same as expected, and of course stopping power was increased while brake dust became virtually non existent. I do wish I did brass slider bushings and ss brake lines while I was in there. Maybe later.. Edit: and I have experienced no clunking with my pads. They are a little noisy hitting bumps when cold though. __________________ Common sense is a flower that does not bloom in everyone's garden
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07-25-2022, 07:19 PM	#21018
agustincuenca First Lieutenant 154 Rep 343 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 335i; 2016 F80 M3 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: S Louis iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 BMW M3 [0.00] 2008 BMW 335i [0.00]	crankshaft sensor, o-ring and bolt replaced Attached Images
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07-26-2022, 10:02 AM	#21019
CTinline-six Hoonigan 6941 Rep 3,016 Posts Drives: '09 328i, '98 Wrangler Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Connecticut iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 328i N51 [0.00]	The clunking is a known issue with Akebonos and the 325/328/330. I had the same issue with clunking on mine, they sent me another set, same issue. I went back to Textar (OEM) pads and while they dust a lot the bite is much better and zero clunking. When I contacted Akebono they claimed to have addressed the issue, but when I received the new pads they looked identical, and I wasn't pleased after wasting time installing them AGAIN that the issue was still there. __________________ "Yeah, but your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should." -Dr. Ian Malcolm, Jurassic Park
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07-26-2022, 01:32 PM	#21023
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]	^thinking about it I also used brake pad grease. Can't remember what brand, it was blue though __________________ Common sense is a flower that does not bloom in everyone's garden
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07-26-2022, 10:31 PM	#21024
Cpet Private First Class 165 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW 328i xDrive Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW 328i xDrive [10.00]	Hit a curb. Guess there’s always a first time for everything. Alignment looks fine, don’t know if I should have it checked. Now I need to find someone to refinish the wheel.
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07-27-2022, 09:44 AM	#21025
Hoody007 Major 1605 Rep 1,263 Posts Drives: 335i ZMZ LCI \| 850i/6 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Dunwoody, GA & Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Had a replacement windshield installed on the F10. Went with Climate Comfort glass, makes a huge difference! Was $410 installed, which wasn't bad, all things considered.
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07-27-2022, 10:22 AM	#21026
Joey123 New Member 5 Rep 13 Posts Drives: BMW 335i 2007 Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: Netherlands iTrader: (0)	I have ordered a replacement anti-roll bar from Eibach. Hope it helps with the loose handling on the 335i coupe. Thinking of ordering a new or second-hand LSD, can't believe BMW sent the 335i out with a standard diff. Both my old 325 E36 and 330 E46 handled better than the 335 but granted not as fast in a straight line.....ha ha
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07-27-2022, 06:22 PM	#21027
tcphoto Brigadier General 4035 Rep 3,217 Posts Drives: E92 335i 6MT Coupe Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (1)	I renewed the registration and felt lucky to stand in line for only thirty minutes. I would have done it by mail but I didn’t receive the form after moving recently. __________________
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07-28-2022, 12:53 PM	#21031
RealJ22 Captain 1090 Rep 783 Posts Drives: E92 CT200h Cayman Boxster RC Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: WI / AZ iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	Cleared out more space in the garage. Still have to move 2 transmissions. Dabbling with the idea of an auto stacker.
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07-28-2022, 01:03 PM	#21032
Hoody007 Major 1605 Rep 1,263 Posts Drives: 335i ZMZ LCI \| 850i/6 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Dunwoody, GA & Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Bought a jack today - the Daytona 1.5 ton (Al) jack at Harbor Freight. Also, found out I have 4 ton jack stands in the attic, so I think I’m set from a weight handling perspective (plus a rather healthy safety margin). Driving from Atlanta -> Philly tomorrow (yes, I will be doing it in one day, leaving at 5AM), and am retrofitting the alarm for obvious reasons...
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