[Tatanka1961]

Originally Posted by sizanx

Finished my interior light mod 2.0 that is controlled by 3 rotary encoders using an esp32 that connects to aftermarket bluetooth addressable RGB controller. Custom gradients, onboard effects, dual zone, solid colors and brightness control + added exterior door handle lights:

I'm sorry, but I think it looks like a brothel on wheels...
Tastes differ I guess...

[sizanx]

Originally Posted by Tatanka1961

I'm sorry, but I think it looks like a brothel on wheels...
Tastes differ I guess...

Well, different tastes as you say. You can customize the colors as you want, brightness levels etc. For example bmw amber color:


All the images are with max brightness on the LEDs, only needed if you turn them on during the day. The white dome and door lights are only on for the pictures as my phone could not differentiate the colors.

[keithyo88]

[sizanx]: Job well done.

[_ObiJon]

My key was extremely worn. Bought a case from ebay to swap the internals. Still waiting for the mini roundel to finish it off. But happy with the results, despite having 1 extra fake button.

[thatgarrett]

Long time no post- had this in the works for a bit, after waiting for about a year snagged an OEM M2 exhaust and fitted it up! I thought I made a HUGE mistake as it was droning like crazy from 1100-1500 RPM in comfort, but then I realized I hadn’t plugged the valve back in- fixed it up perfectly. Cutting the bumper was scary though haha

Also don’t mind the dirty car, it’s been too cold for a proper wash!

[rlesko]

Originally Posted by thatgarrett

Long time no post- had this in the works for a bit, after waiting for about a year snagged an OEM M2 exhaust and fitted it up! I thought I made a HUGE mistake as it was droning like crazy from 1100-1500 RPM in comfort, but then I realized I hadn’t plugged the valve back in- fixed it up perfectly. Cutting the bumper was scary though haha

Also don’t mind the dirty car, it’s been too cold for a proper wash!

Interesting! What made you go for an M2 exhaust instead of the various genuine and aftermarket products for the F3X?

[thatgarrett]

Originally Posted by rlesko

Interesting! What made you go for an M2 exhaust instead of the various genuine and aftermarket products for the F3X?

I’ve seen a couple guys that fitted it on here, and originally I had set out for a MPPSK one but the prices on those are still pretty high, I was all in (OEM clamp and muffler) for less than $300 for this, it retains the stock valves function, was tuned for the N55, and the hangers and pipe are in the same location so it’s plug and play. I wanted some more aggression but nothing too crazy, and no droning because I do a lot of miles in it. Since I do so many miles, it didn’t make sense to spring for a more expensive aftermarket piece, I also didn’t want something that loud. I grew up with an e39 and fell in love with the quad exhaust that generation m5 had, so that was always on my dream mod list. With so many other non-m car models in recent years running quad pipes, and since I’m not debadged or on the m sport body kit, I felt like it wouldn’t give off poser vibes. Plus the sound is great, honestly just what I was looking for. My first time doing an exhaust and I had it fitted in less than 3 hours in my little garage too, so a very easy mod.

[rlesko]

Originally Posted by thatgarrett

I’ve seen a couple guys that fitted it on here, and originally I had set out for a MPPSK one but the prices on those are still pretty high, I was all in (OEM clamp and muffler) for less than $300 for this, it retains the stock valves function, was tuned for the N55, and the hangers and pipe are in the same location so it’s plug and play. I wanted some more aggression but nothing too crazy, and no droning because I do a lot of miles in it. Since I do so many miles, it didn’t make sense to spring for a more expensive aftermarket piece, I also didn’t want something that loud. I grew up with an e39 and fell in love with the quad exhaust that generation m5 had, so that was always on my dream mod list. With so many other non-m car models in recent years running quad pipes, and since I’m not debadged or on the m sport body kit, I felt like it wouldn’t give off poser vibes. Plus the sound is great, honestly just what I was looking for. My first time doing an exhaust and I had it fitted in less than 3 hours in my little garage too, so a very easy mod.

Not to be too pedantic, but do you mean an MPE? There is no MPPSK for N55. There is a MPPK and an MPE but AFAIK they were not sold bundled together, like the MPPSK is for the B58.

If I'm understanding you, you cut the M2 muffler to basically function as an axleback exhaust? I'd love to hear how it sounds, do you have a clip?

The only thing I don't like is how you had to cut out your bumper for fit the quad tips. Maybe appearance could be improved a bit with a proper M Sport bumper, but either way nice job! Love to see people figuring stuff out on the F30.

[thatgarrett]

Originally Posted by rlesko

Not to be too pedantic, but do you mean an MPE? There is no MPPSK for N55. There is a MPPK and an MPE but AFAIK they were not sold bundled together, like the MPPSK is for the B58.

If I'm understanding you, you cut the M2 muffler to basically function as an axleback exhaust? I'd love to hear how it sounds, do you have a clip?

The only thing I don't like is how you had to cut out your bumper for fit the quad tips. Maybe appearance could be improved a bit with a proper M Sport bumper, but either way nice job! Love to see people figuring stuff out on the F30.

Yeah I meant the MPE, I just couldn’t think of the correct abbreviation! And I don’t have one yet but at some point I’ll get one up, there’s a few other guys they have clips but most have a DP or other mods that influence it. My goal was an exhaust that I normally wouldn’t hear in traffic with the windows up in comfort, but I could hear if I cracked the sunroof or went to sport plus, the stock brapping on up shifts is more noticeable but not obnoxious too.

And yeah, my photos didn’t flatter the cuts, there are some weird reflections and dirt smudges, I’ll get a better picture once it gets a wash. Long term plans is either wrapping the fake diffusion section in gloss black or swapping on an msport bumper so I wasn’t too attached to this one, in person at a normal distance it looks factory IMO, or at least close enough for the average person. If this was my garage queen I would have thought twice about the cuts but I happy that it doesn’t look like a HS kid hacked it up.

Yup just bolted up just like the MPE, followed the instructions for installing that and didn’t have to do anything outside of that but the bumper

[eff32fl]

Just updated my surround view to have thinner black lines.

Thread with instructions below if you'd like to do the same.

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=2086975

[djacinto]

Replace the air filter!

[rlesko]

Installed and bled a new DSC Module in preparation for active cruise-control retrofit (5DF)

[thatgarrett]

Originally Posted by rlesko

Installed and bled a new DSC Module in preparation for active cruise-control retrofit (5DF)

Now that is a big project! Did you run new lines for the DSC module, make adapters, or manage to fit your existing ones to the new unit?

[rlesko]

Originally Posted by thatgarrett

Now that is a big project! Did you run new lines for the DSC module, make adapters, or manage to fit your existing ones to the new unit?

I was able to find a “pre 2013” / “black cap” ACC DSC, which bolts in and hooks up directly so no modifying brake lines or wiring harness is necessary. I actually purchased an “MK100” version with the intent of changing brake lines but ultimately didn’t do it since you also need to cut and splice like 20+ wires since the connector changed.

The installation went smoothly; I just went slow and careful to make sure that no brake lines were bent in the process and not to strip any nuts. It was a pretty big PITA to do the brake bleeding and ISTA procedure without a lift or quick jacks, but with patience and perseverance it was done

[RobotDoctor]

I replaced the standard yellow front bumper reflectors with smoke black reflectors. These end up being raised above the bumper maybe a couple millimeters. I may source some flush mount reflectors later.

[Runner340]

Originally Posted by RobotDoctor

I replaced the standard yellow front bumper reflectors with smoke black reflectors. These end up being raised above the bumper maybe a couple millimeters. I may source some flush mount reflectors later.

Ran into the same issue. Easy fix is to double or triple the layers of 3M trim tape till you get the flush fitment.

[RobotDoctor]

Originally Posted by Runner340

Ran into the same issue. Easy fix is to double or triple the layers of 3M trim tape till you get the flush fitment.

That's a good idea. I'll leave it as it is for now.

[BWbimmer]

Spark plugs after 50k km

https://www.f30-forum.de/attachment/...02-143922-jpg/

https://www.f30-forum.de/attachment/...02-143917-jpg/

[paulnur]

Installed MHD flex fuel analyzer this evening,

Selected 93 stage 2 (TU pump on the way) for all multi maps and enabled flex, ran the calculations and filled up with e and got up to e35, loving the extra power,

[Skyhigh]

Originally Posted by BWbimmer

Spark plugs after 50k km

https://www.f30-forum.de/attachment/...02-143922-jpg/

https://www.f30-forum.de/attachment/...02-143917-jpg/

Links don’t open 🤔

[MidtownMike]

I didn't do sh*t to my F30 today, but I did shoot this picture.

[krith]

I installed the AGA E-Brake click after replacing the retaining clip four years ago with a new OEM one that also failed. Not wanting to do this job a third time, I went billet!