My nut

Epic404 · 12-19-2010, 02:22 AM

Hey all,

I lost a one of the two clip nuts that hold down the cowl that covers part of the ECU. I went to:
Autozone
Advanced Auto
Pep Boys
Home Depot
Bennett Auto
Ace Hardware

Nobody has one and I can't find anything other than bulk on the internet and even then it's hard to know that I'd actually get the right size and type.

Anyone have one they can mail me for a couple bucks or point me in the direction of where I can buy just one or two (other than the stealership)?

Thanks

e93WhiteonRed · 12-19-2010, 03:29 PM

If you find out where to get them - let me know.

Both of mine stripped, so the cowl is only being held down by the wire loom and the cowl vent and filter assembly. haha

BrianMN · 12-19-2010, 04:31 PM

Tischer/ getbmwparts . com

DOUT · 12-19-2010, 04:57 PM

lol, you lost one of your two nuts...

bulldog_yyc · 12-19-2010, 05:18 PM

hmmm what were you doing in the ECU?

forza1976 · 12-19-2010, 06:02 PM

Nice thread title.

Epic404 · 12-19-2010, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrianMN

Tischer/ getbmwparts . com

Thanks. I wasn't able to find it on the website but I'll give them a call tomorrow.

Epic404 · 12-19-2010, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turkish335

hmmm what were you doing in the ECU?

Uhhh, ummm.. in this case making sure it's stock as is it should be! That's an honest and dealer-friendly answer!

bulldog_yyc · 12-19-2010, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Epic404

Uhhh, ummm.. in this case making sure it's stock as is it should be! That's an honest and dealer-friendly answer!

lol - well done

bimmertt · 12-19-2010, 08:52 PM

I lost one too. Bought a replacement from Tischer for cheap.

PeteW84 · 12-19-2010, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOUT

lol, you lost one of your two nuts...

LoL...

tscdennab · 12-20-2010, 11:13 AM

I lost one too. Ordered from dealer.

C.D.335xi · 12-20-2010, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tscdennab

I lost one too. Ordered from dealer.

If you could post the part number, it would be appreciated.

chiaobaby · 12-21-2010, 10:47 AM

look here

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...28&hg=64&fg=10

item 18 bolt
item 17 clip

If you change the bolt change the clip too.

M3 Eater · 12-21-2010, 11:58 AM

You can find a replacement almost anywhere... I have been using a plastic wire holder that they use to hold co-ax cable in place. Works very nicely. I found some metal ones in the bin at the GM parts department that work well also. I like the plastic as it holds everything in place quietly.

C.D.335xi · 12-21-2010, 10:53 PM

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by chiaobaby

look here

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...28&hg=64&fg=10

item 18 bolt
item 17 clip

If you change the bolt change the clip too.

techlogik · 12-21-2010, 10:55 PM

Lowes has them by me..ask how I know. They are in these drawers/tray section of individual items. Automotive clips..just bring the bolt along to make sure you got the right one.

Epic404 · 12-22-2010, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chiaobaby

look here

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...28&hg=64&fg=10

item 18 bolt
item 17 clip

If you change the bolt change the clip too.

Thanks this is a good resource.

Epic404 · 12-22-2010, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by techlogik

Lowes has them by me..ask how I know. They are in these drawers/tray section of individual items. Automotive clips..just bring the bolt along to make sure you got the right one.

Cool, I'll check them out. GetBMWpartsdotcom wanted a minumum of $15 for shipping for an item they sold for 12 cents. I was like huhhh?

vase330 · 12-22-2010, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M3 Eater

You can find a replacement almost anywhere... I have been using a plastic wire holder that they use to hold co-ax cable in place. Works very nicely. I found some metal ones in the bin at the GM parts department that work well also. I like the plastic as it holds everything in place quietly.

Yeah leave all the tell tale signs that invite inquiring minds. The idea is it looks stock untouched for dealer visits. It might work better with plastic co-ax holder straps, but every tech will know you were in there and obviously up to no good. If they encounter any hard to diagnose issue.... eh but the owner of this car been mucking around with the ECU.

12-19-2010, 02:22 AM	#1
Epic404 Epic404 26 Rep 260 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335I Convertible Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: FL iTrader: (3)	My nut Hey all, I lost a one of the two clip nuts that hold down the cowl that covers part of the ECU. I went to: Autozone Advanced Auto Pep Boys Home Depot Bennett Auto Ace Hardware Nobody has one and I can't find anything other than bulk on the internet and even then it's hard to know that I'd actually get the right size and type. Anyone have one they can mail me for a couple bucks or point me in the direction of where I can buy just one or two (other than the stealership)? Thanks
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

12-19-2010, 03:29 PM	#2
e93WhiteonRed Second Lieutenant 19 Rep 267 Posts Drives: 2007 E93 Alpine white with Red Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Reston, Virginia iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 335I E93 [0.00]	If you find out where to get them - let me know. Both of mine stripped, so the cowl is only being held down by the wire loom and the cowl vent and filter assembly. haha __________________ 2007 335I E93 sport package Alpine White. BMS DCI, PROcede V4, ACT street clutch, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus and BT Tool. Pending install of Raceland Downpipes.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-19-2010, 04:31 PM	#3
BrianMN Banned 116 Rep 2,428 Posts Drives: 4 Door Family Sedan Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Minneapolis iTrader: (7)	Tischer/ getbmwparts . com
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-19-2010, 04:57 PM	#4
DOUT Captain 56 Rep 783 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	lol, you lost one of your two nuts... __________________ 2021 M3 6MT Brooklyn Grey/Silverstone Previous: 2009 335i ZMP 2013 M3 6MT ZCP Space Grey/Fox Red
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-19-2010, 05:18 PM	#5
bulldog_yyc Major General 136 Rep 5,040 Posts Drives: GT3RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: probably work iTrader: (28)	hmmm what were you doing in the ECU?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-19-2010, 06:02 PM	#6
forza1976 Major General 3507 Rep 6,625 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: 49456 iTrader: (13) Garage List 2022 BMW M3X [9.50]	Nice thread title.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-19-2010, 08:52 PM	#10
bimmertt Lieutenant Colonel 98 Rep 1,797 Posts Drives: 2007 e92 335i Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (7)	I lost one too. Bought a replacement from Tischer for cheap.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-20-2010, 11:13 AM	#12
tscdennab Banned 156 Rep 1,809 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Europe iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW [6.24]	I lost one too. Ordered from dealer.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-21-2010, 10:47 AM	#14
chiaobaby First Lieutenant 9 Rep 332 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NYC iTrader: (7)	look here http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...28&hg=64&fg=10 item 18 bolt item 17 clip If you change the bolt change the clip too.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-21-2010, 11:58 AM	#15
M3 Eater Major 36 Rep 1,054 Posts Drives: 335i Sedan Join Date: May 2010 Location: Unknown iTrader: (3) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	You can find a replacement almost anywhere... I have been using a plastic wire holder that they use to hold co-ax cable in place. Works very nicely. I found some metal ones in the bin at the GM parts department that work well also. I like the plastic as it holds everything in place quietly. __________________ JB4 beta 15 ohms FSB,AEM inline filter/ CM 10, ETS fmic, ER custom made charge pipe,TSW Donnington 18's,Simitumo HTRZ3, Injen DCI, AR DPs, Forge DVs, AA SLD, Koni FSD, ZSP springs.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-21-2010, 10:55 PM	#17
techlogik Lieutenant Colonel 71 Rep 1,568 Posts Drives: 2020 M340i Dravit Grey Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: FL iTrader: (2)	Lowes has them by me..ask how I know. They are in these drawers/tray section of individual items. Automotive clips..just bring the bolt along to make sure you got the right one. __________________ 2020 M340i: Dravit Grey Mettalic. Loaded.
	Appreciate 0 Quote