[oVeRdOsE.]

Originally Posted by Serf27

Heated m sport wheel.
#Enthusiastthings

I thought on the E90 heated and M sport was not a thing. At least not on 2010 E90 option list.

- non sport + heated was available
- sport + heated was available
- M and non-heated only option available.

I had to do a retrofit : sport non-m + heated , and new stitches and OEM M face plate.

[Serf27]

Originally Posted by oVeRdOsE.

I thought on the E90 heated and M sport was not a thing. At least not on 2010 E90 option list.

- non sport + heated was available
- sport + heated was available
- M and non-heated only option available.

I had to do a retrofit : sport non-m + heated , and new stitches and OEM M face plate.

You’re right. It was not available on any e9x m sport wheels. He got a new custom wheel.

I did a similar thing as you on my e70. M sport+heat +lane departure was not available. I retrofitted the heating element from a heated base wheel to my m sport wheel. Removed Nappa leather, put heating element and leather back on with new stitches. Figuring the wiring was a little tricky.

I might take my m3 wheel apart and add heat to it too.

[fazm]

Heated steering wheel is such a subtle but incredible bit of luxury. I freakin love it.

[tlow98]

Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

Looked at my subfame more last weekend... now I'm a bit concerned.

Damn, that’s not great.

[tlow98]

Originally Posted by JonOhh

Not around here much but I figured I'd check in.

Over the last few days I've done:

Powerflex Yellow Rear subframe inserts

Rear shocks, mounts, bump stops,

Oil pan gasket,

Valve cover gasket,

Unclogged Valvetronic Squirter....

Motor mounts and trans mounts,

Struts, mounts, bump stops,

Installed new PS reservoir,

Rear CCV Hose,

Injector O Ring replacement,

Sealed the paint to hopefully get it though the next semester of neglect,

Swapped the un-melted taillights from my other 330 and installed red LEDs in the housings,

And did the once-yearly cleaning and greasing of every mechanical body component (door handles, latches, hinges, seat rails, glovebox, accessable HVAC actuator hinges, etc)


Oh and I ordered a FLA mirror to retrofit auto high beams some time soon

A lot of work, yeah, but it was much needed love after being put aside semester after semester for school and other car projects.

Dang, doing work!

[JonOhh]

Originally Posted by tlow98

Dang, doing work!

Oh yes, very much so.

Given it was all done in 3-4 days and I don't have a lift, I am physically beat to crap after that!

But one good drive and it reminded me why I do it. The car doesn't really ask for much, this is the most work I've ever done to it, but I wanted to get it back into near perfect mechanical shape so that's what it took.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by JonOhh

Oh yes, very much so.

Given it was all done in 3-4 days and I don't have a lift, I am physically beat to crap after that!

But one good drive and it reminded me why I do it. The car doesn't really ask for much, this is the most work I've ever done to it, but I wanted to get it back into near perfect mechanical shape so that's what it took.

I'd be in the hospital after all that work without a lift. *Lifts save on medical bills - another reason for those who have to justify installing one to their wife.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by tlow98

Damn, that’s not great.

Fortunately, it's not that difficult of a job given the tools and equipment I have at my disposal. Time consuming, but a fun project.

Unfortunately, if the E90 wasn't at 419,000 miles, I wouldn't hesitate about replacing the subframe. It's hard a decision point now. I have plenty of other vehicles to drive, so not having the E90 will not affect my transportation needs.

The reasons for keeping it are:
(1) it's my only 4-door sedan, which comes in handy sometimes,
(2) it's my beater that I can drive into the DC metro area or park at the airport (very rare) when I need to.
(3) it's the last of the legacy BMW classic 3-Series; I still to this day regret giving up my 1989 E30. If the E90 just didn't drive so damned nice it would be an easier decision. But with the subframe compromised I'm not going to drive it hard until I fix it; it would suck to be on a backroad or worse, on the corkscrew, and have the left rear wheel break off at speed.

The reasons for considering finally pulling the plug are:
(1) the AC system needs a rebuild; the evaporator may finally have a leak and it's definitely not worth pulling the dash to replace it.
(2) the radio CD player is about to give up the ghost, which I think may be a parasitic draw issue. It has trouble ejecting the disk, and when empty, I keep finding it running the disk drive motor to load/unload a disk. So, I really need to replace the head unit.
(3) the left headlight is seriously fogged over now. I probably can unglaze it, but I think the plastic is finally spent. It was a used part I sourced at the last deer hit at 350,000; it was a shitty condition light when I received it.
(4) my old pickup truck needs work too. I need to keep the pickup in the fleet. I'd rather drop money in the truck.

1st World problems - LOL.

Follow up.

I found a good source for used BMW parts where I sourced a differential from a few years ago. They have a few rear subframes for under $150. Considering the price, I'll probably replace the subframe... After I replace the front left halfshaft on the Hummer (starting that in a few minutes)...

[M-technik-3]

Climbed under the Touring today to get my overdue oil change done noticed a new fluid on the ground thought that's odd must be frost dripping down. Completed it and took it for quick ride around block. Been watching game anway looked out and seen a bigger wet spot under the car....@#$% upper radiator hose flange is split and leaking. Damn was not expecting that.

Placing FCP order now.

[cehrl7]

We had a nice somewhat sunny day in Northern Indiana today. Took the E90 335 off the battery tender and went for a Sunday drive.

[86Zed]

135K mile oil change on the E91 and replaced a very old and corroded grounding strap (down low). Now to determine when I overhaul the suspension bushings and control arms, in my own garage or at an independent shop - did two of these jobs on two other cars last year...tired.

[4 Doors]

Originally Posted by 86Zed

135K mile oil change on the E91 and replaced a very old and corroded grounding strap (down low). Now to determine when I overhaul the suspension bushings and control arms, in my own garage or at an independent shop - did two of these jobs on two other cars last year...tired.

I love seeing an E91 in it’s natural habitat! The way it should be.

[RealJ22]

A little more trimming and clear coat needed. There will be a slight overlap at the front, but everything will be flush when secured. Much needed for my other aggressive parts ��

[RealJ22]

Headliner went black.

Also picked up hardware so I can secure my front lip

[colorado.e9x]

It's about time you put on a sport wheel fazm

[Vulcan50]

Finished rewrapping my trim, I tried some adhesion promoter for the trouble areas. If it lifts again I’m going to try new vinyl type.

[thormessiah]

Originally Posted by RealJ22

A little more trimming and clear coat needed. There will be a slight overlap at the front, but everything will be flush when secured. Much needed for my other aggressive parts ��

Where did you get the lip?

[Serf27]

Originally Posted by colorado.e9x

It's about time you put on a sport wheel fazm

I was trying to convince him for about a year to get one!

[RealJ22]

Originally Posted by thormessiah

Where did you get the lip?

It’s a modified m3 lip. Pretty cheap construction wise.

[thormessiah]

Originally Posted by RealJ22

It’s a modified m3 lip. Pretty cheap construction wise.

Which version, gt4 v2? Might look into it

[Wolf 335]

Originally Posted by RealJ22

Headliner went black.

Also picked up hardware so I can secure my front lip

What paint are you using for the headliner?

My rear parcel shelf looks purple from sun discoloration and this would be a quick fix.

[RealJ22]

Originally Posted by Wolf 335

What paint are you using for the headliner?

My rear parcel shelf looks purple from sun discoloration and this would be a quick fix.

Duplicolor vinyl and trim paint. Works great.