What did u do to your E39 today?

[Flounderasu]

Where did you buy the M5 sway bar from?

Geargrinder had one up for sale awhile back.

Just scour the classifieds here and check the classified over at the M5board; they pop up from time to time.

[toybreaker]

Bought an alternator at a salvage yard here in Guam. Pick it up tomorrow.

[Pekelicious]

Today tackle the little pebble that got stuck between the calliper and the disk yesterday evening... It sounded horrible that i thought my hubs where shot...

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[SixSpeedManual]

Threw on a set of brand new Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

[polluted]

Replaced the battery.

I sense that my wallet will experience a low voltage condition soon.

[larrym3711]

Threw on a set of brand new Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

Sooo...what do you think of the Michelin Pilot Super Sports?? Does it track true? Is it fairly quiet? Etc...

larrym3711
2001 540iA Sport (may be buying the Michelin PSS soon...maybe....)

[BimmerBreaker]

I know your not asking me but I run them too and Pilot Super Sports are some of the best tires I've ever used. They are consistently rated some of the highest on every tire site and particularly when price is excluded they win basically every competition. I don't use them anymore just because there are good options for cheaper (I love me some bfgoodrich g-force's) but for someone who needs the best the PSS are some of the best street tires out there.

[JimLev]

Those are very good tires. My last 2 sets of tires have been PS2's, super sports weren't out when I got my last set of PS2's.
I'll need tires soon, wish the PSS had a little better wear rating. The rears only lasted me 15K miles.

Haven't done anything to my car, just looked at it in the garage today wishing it wasn't pouring outside.
I've got a Dinan MAF that I need to install, I stripped off the black finish and want to do something different with it....maybe my favorite anodized blue??

[Mannyf540]

I know your not asking me but I run them too and Pilot Super Sports are some of the best tires I've ever used. They are consistently rated some of the highest on every tire site and particularly when price is excluded they win basically every competition. I don't use them anymore just because there are good options for cheaper (I love me some bfgoodrich g-force's) but for someone who needs the best the PSS are some of the best street tires out there.

+1
I'm running BF Goodrich G-Force ( Which Michelin) makes also.

[dw280]

Replaced the ignition cylinder, final stage resistor, RR window regulator, ordered LR window regulator, resealed both rear door vapor barriers, installed clear side markers, and installed the hella LED facelift style tail lights.

Still have a lot more to do, just no time to get it all done unfortunately.

[SixSpeedManual]

Sooo...what do you think of the Michelin Pilot Super Sports?? Does it track true? Is it fairly quiet? Etc... larrym3711 2001 540iA Sport (may be buying the Michelin PSS soon...maybe....)

I've had them on my M roadster for about two years now and from day one I was impressed with them over the continentals that they replaced. They are the best of both worlds, incredibly grippy, quiet, and long lasting. Michelin guarantees them for 35k miles. To top all of that off I think they are fairly inexpensive for tires, for my 540i my fronts were 195 each and the rears 220 each. 235/40/18 and 265/35/18.

[TriniSpeC]

AFE intake and bbs lm's. 285's in the rear :)
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[polluted]

Replaced drivers side mirror. Old one had the brown creep.

Thought about changing timing chain tensioner. Too lazy.
Thought about windshield seal, again. Far too lazy.

[dw280]

Let DUDMD tune it! :thumbup:

[polluted]

Replaced round-pin tape deck with a MY2003 CD53.

Added aux-in. (See photo for the aux-in install).

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[zener]

Front brake service, last owner bought new rotors and pads, I just cleaned everything. Also replaced the rear brake rotors (everything else is new in the back).

[thedude60126]

new rear tires and rear brakes. Next is oil pan gasket dipstick tube seal, oil fliter housing seal and fuel filter.

[polluted]

Replaced the DSP amp which resolved a few issues I was having.

[Tygr1]

Replaced the expansion tank before it blew open.

[ninjaajay]

Replaced round-pin tape deck with a MY2003 CD53.

Added aux-in. (See photo for the aux-in install).

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Nice? Was it difficult?

[polluted]

Nice? Was it difficult?

Easiest install ever!

Needed 4 things: MY2003 CD53, OE aux-in cable, OE round-pin to flat-pin converter & OE antenna adapter.

- Removed MID and old round-pin tape deck.
- Drilled a 10mm hole in the face of the CD53 while making sure the placement allowed the aux in cable to fit between the radio cage and the edge of the radio bracket.
- Clicked all of the adapters in place.
- Clicked the aux-in cable into the end of flat-pin harness.
- Plugged all cables into CD53.
- Reinstalled MID & Radio.

Took me about 20 minutes, including drilling & mounting the aux-in input on the CD player.

[Trey540i]

New rebuilt transmission straight from ZF (3 year warranty) with torque converter , New WC alternator , All new heater hoses (4) in rear of the block, new front top coolant/radiator hoes, new serpentine belt, new fuel filter , new oil filter and oil change , coolant flush , cleaned fuel injector, new matt black shadow kidney grilles (from ecs ), led license plate light, changed to clear side markers with led amber bulbs and fixed my missing pixels in my cluster also decide to throw on some brushed steal gauge rings.511123511124511125511126


99, e39 540i , Dinan cai, Dinan high flow throttle body, stage 3 Dinan ecu software, Dinan automatic transmission software, M5 3.15 rear diff.

[EURO E39]

Replace ORIGINAL fuel filter dtd 14.05.96 on my 96 Euro 528...pic to follow..very helpful FCP Euro link to ease the removal the plastic protective cover.
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[bullard123]

AFE intake and bbs lm's. 285's in the rear :)
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That looks good! Is that the same 540 you had before? I thought that one got parted out?

[agentrnge]

Replaced driver side mirror glass. Brown gunk had covered about 10% of the surface around bottom and side edges.

Pulled some oil out for a UOA. Then I put maybe 2/5 a bottle of Seafoam in the crankcase, rest in the gas tank just before a fill up. Ran it for ~35 miles. Drained and changed oil. Oil came out dirtier than the stuff I pulled out for the UOA. Im sure it could have stayed in longer and done more cleaning without harm. Engine was probably not that dirty to begin with. Last year when valve covers were off inside looked pretty darn good. Motivation for doing this was someone mentioning cleaning a specific oil passage related to vanos noise nonsense. After the treatment and new oil ( same oil I always use : M1 5w30 ), the vanos diesel noise seems to be maybe a touch quieter. Probably no actual effect. *shrug* oil came out dirtier. New oil after a 10 mile drive still looks like new oil. So I got enough of the old out thats for sure.

[Fast88fiero]

Finished putting the used engine in it and got it running again. Hope to get the suspension done by the end of the week.

[polluted]

Tended to some engine tasks today:

- replaced throttle body gasket (smoke tested to find this - should hopefully fix the occasional P0170/P0173)
- replaced a couple of brittle looking vacuum hoses
- replaced thermostat
- replaced power steering hose clamps and added some nice fresh dexron
- changed oil
- burped car

[540iEP]

Began prepping for audio upgrade v1:
Removed Nokia box
Began cutting IB sub holes in rear parcel (first time cutting metal - 3rd time ever using a dremel) before rain started

Still to come:
Finish cutting parcel sub holes
Install sound deadening
Scavenge Nokia box speaker wiring
Install IB subs

[mfan225]

Installed new CD door trim bracket (with new Cubic trim)
Coded auto door locks and ability to close windows with remote using NCS expert
Installed LED license plate lights

[tGonzo29]

replaced the windshield and trim. New brakes and driver's door window regulator to be done tomorrow!

[Mannyf540]

I'm having fun installing my Dynavin..... What pain in the butt. Took this opportunity to fix my seat twist on my driver side. I already fixed the passenger side, as the wife was bitching about it. 511352 511353 511354 511355

[Cracker]

Worked on the winter 528i today.
Replaced frt whl speed sensor and left rear window regulator.
Then went to find out what was wrong with the right rear window, figured it out very quickly...:confused Guess previous owner didn't mind not using that window.
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[JimLev]

I washed and shammy dried it so it will look real purdy tomorrow when I go visit Geargrinder and drink his beer.

[Trey540i]

I washed and shammy dried it so it will look real purdy tomorrow when I go visit Geargrinder and drink his beer.

Hey JimLev. i have 99 540i, and wanted to give her a little juice. I was wondering what would be a good nitrous oxide kit to start off with? I was looking to throw a 100 shot on her, any recommendations? If i could send you a PM once i get the kit, i would like to discuss a basic set up that would be great. Thanks.

[polluted]

I'm having fun installing my Dynavin..... What pain in the butt. Took this opportunity to fix my seat twist on my driver side. I already fixed the passenger side, as the wife was bitching about it. 511352 511353 511354 511355

Didn't you have a DSP system?! Got sick of waiting for the firmware fix?

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More dirty tasks today:

- replaced belts
- serviced calipers/pads

Yesterdays replacement of the throttle body gasket and the brittle looking vacuum hoses cured my P0170/P0173, thankfully.

[JimLev]

Hey JimLev. i have 99 540i, and wanted to give her a little juice. I was wondering what would be a good nitrous oxide kit to start off with? I was looking to throw a 100 shot on her, any recommendations? If i could send you a PM once i get the kit, i would like to discuss a basic set up that would be great. Thanks.

Send me a PM and give me your email address so I can send you some info.
Tell me if it's a 6 speed or auto and how many miles.

[DrCharles]

Installed the replacement outside-temp sensor on my 540i... (it had been dislodged by an unscheduled snow & ice-mediated excursion at 50 mph into the ditch this winter, and it fell off one spring day). Over $40 for a simple thermistor :P But I felt the need to replace it since the dangling wires occasionally send false signals to the HVAC, and it's quite annoying to have uncommanded full defrost heat on a hot humid day when the a/c is running...
Couldn't find a mounting place (pieces of plastic are probably lying in the median 30 miles away) so I drilled a small hole in the right-side incoming air duct and press-fit it there. I turned the key on and was informed it's 89F in the garage. Felt about right, and humidity to match!

[zener]

Touring rear subframe meyle bushings after 8months/12 000km. One bushing is shot already. Damn, why didn't I just go with Lemforder. :(

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I had to push one bushing back to it's place and noticed this.

[LFC19]

Yesterday night when I was leaving work my "service engine soon" light came on. I checked the code and it was P0011 ( Camshaft Position- Timing Over Advanced or System Performance Bank 1):help. After a ton of research, I found out this is one of the worst codes to get if you have a 540i because it might indicate that the timing chain guides are broken. So today I took it to a BMW indy and had it diagnosed. After a few hours I was told that the VANOS solenoid "could" be causing this code so I went ahead and told them to replace it. However, I was also told that if the solenoid doesn't fix the problem then the timing chain is probably off due to broken guides. On the bright side my engine isn't making any loud ticking, knocking, or rattling which all point to broken guides, so I really hope its the VANOS solenoid. I'm getting the car back tomorrow so fingers crossed.

[Mannyf540]

Didn't you have a DSP system?! Got sick of waiting for the firmware fix?

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More dirty tasks today:

- replaced belts
- serviced calipers/pads

Yesterdays replacement of the throttle body gasket and the brittle looking vacuum hoses cured my P0170/P0173, thankfully.

Yeah I'm tired of staring at the box, I've ordered my GAS crossover and amp. I'll be doing this when they arrive.

[andyh1]

Finally got to to claying, polishing, and waxing. Been using Klasse for a few years .
A black car is damm sexy when it is clean....

[larrym3711]

Yesterday night when I was leaving work my "service engine soon" light came on. I checked the code and it was P0011 ( Camshaft Position- Timing Over Advanced or System Performance Bank 1):help. After a ton of research, I found out this is one of the worst codes to get if you have a 540i because it might indicate that the timing chain guides are broken. So today I took it to a BMW indy and had it diagnosed. After a few hours I was told that the VANOS solenoid "could" be causing this code so I went ahead and told them to replace it. However, I was also told that if the solenoid doesn't fix the problem then the timing chain is probably off due to broken guides. On the bright side my engine isn't making any loud ticking, knocking, or rattling which all point to broken guides, so I really hope its the VANOS solenoid. I'm getting the car back tomorrow so fingers crossed.

If you suspect timing chain guides are broken, remove the lower oil pan (very easy) and look for plastic parts.

larrym3711
2001 540iA Sport

[polluted]

- Replaced the incorrect Low MID w/DSP with the correct High MID w/DSP
- Discovered I need to replace or repair my turn signal stalk (BC button definitely broken)

[toybreaker]

I replaced the burned out rear turn signal bulb and moved it.

[540iEP]

Removed trunk carpet and began putting down sound deadening.

....getting closer to installing subs....

[polluted]

- Swapped out amber sidemarkers for oe 'clear'. Now waiting for the '00 M5 tails to arrive and the new lenses/adjusters for the headlights.

I've been making my way through the to-do list at a good rate. Maybe I can stop spending money soon.

[polluted]

- replaced windshield seal.

I want that hour of my life back.

[Mannyf540]

Bought some covers for my Bimmers.



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[BimmerBreaker]

I bought one!!!

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[540iEP]

Finished floor sound deadening. Next to the parcel shelf...

[Mannyf540]

Looks like Ruski's. Minus the transformer decal.

[Mannyf540]

Just kidding, congrats!! I'm sure Aqua will be sending out the house of six welcome. Looks clean.

[BimmerBreaker]

Just kidding, congrats!! I'm sure Aqua will be sending out the house of six welcome. Looks clean.
Eh.

Its getting parted (see sig) so no invitations needed. Though I did pick it up for maybe a bit more than I should have because my buddy at the warehouse owns a 2002 530i and I thought that would just be fun :) Car is pretty rough though, but it does drive! Just overheats rather quickly - blown HG. If it was in better shape Id fix it up, but this one is definitely not worth it. Would need a full restoration on the exterior, interior, and the mechanicals of it.

[HoZy]

Removed my Individual Schwarz trim, Dug out my old woodgrain trim that and wrapped it in some Matte Garnet Red Metallic Vinyl.


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[mfan225]

Installed An M5 front bumper on my '03 525i, and installed a new passenger front window regulator. Also detailed my engine.

[RuskiE39]

Looks like Ruski's. Minus the transformer decal.

Son of a.. It's the Ukraine coat of arms!! :shifty

Dont make me drive down there and slap you.

[Mannyf540]

Son of a.. It's the Ukraine coat of arms!! :shifty Dont make me drive down there and slap you.

I know Ruski, just giving you a hard time. Carry on, no disrespect meant.... Just breaking the ice.

[Rallim]

Removed my Individual Schwarz trim, Dug out my old woodgrain trim that and wrapped it in some Matte Garnet Red Metallic Vinyl.


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That actually looks really good. Looks close to the Imola leather, since I don't have that this could give a nice two tone. Do you have a link for this stuff?

[zener]

Not bad not bad, I've been searching something to change the all black interior. Piano black trim is bloody boring.

[polluted]

- replaced timing chain tensioner.

This was only a precautionary move but for the cost of the part it was a no-brainer.

15 minutes start to finish. Couldn't have been easier.

Photo below shows diffference between old and new tensioner. The old tensioner had very little compression left in the spring.

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[BimmerBreaker]

Too much contrast over too small an area imho. With the M5 red seats it might work since it would tie it all together but the single strip of bright red in the otherwise all black interior is a bit too much for my tastes.

[LovelyLucy]

- Got her registered and inspected! Woohoo!!

[Pekelicious]

Todays homework....

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[JimLev]

Installed a Dinan MAF today.
Haven't fired her up yet, will be going to the mini BMW Concours in RI tomorrow morning.

[EuroSol]

Got front suspension switched over, now just need to do the rear soon.
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[dw280]

Had the old faded tint removed and then had them re-tint every window including the sunroof glass using a ceramic tint. It looks great and will definitely keep it a little cooler inside.

[thedude60126]

New pan gasket dip stick I ring fuel filter and filter housing seal. Now just have to figure out the starting that it has developed since the repair

[toybreaker]

I cleaned and conditioned my seats, and looked at my headliner in dismay.... how do I get it back up without staining it?

[auaq]

Got front suspension switched over, now just need to do the rear soon.
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:edit: LOL first post too.... hi guys. :beer:

I like that front splitter!

[HoZy]

Too much contrast over too small an area imho. With the M5 red seats it might work since it would tie it all together but the single strip of bright red in the otherwise all black interior is a bit too much for my tastes.

It's far from bright red.


Avery Supreme Matte Garnet Red Metallic

Pic for reference:
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[Aryana]

Got front suspension switched over, now just need to do the rear soon.
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Hi and welcome! I like that front lip :thumbup:

[simkid5614]

I started the dreaded adjuster fix on my 03 lamps. Got one done tonight and polished up. Gonna do another after I take the e90 to the dealer tomorrow. I had to use the cutting method. Not thrilled but I figured a way to reseal them.

The finished lamp is behind. Gotta find a low beam bulb cap. Might just pick one up from retrofitsource when I get new osrams.


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[540iEP]

Here's the sub install I did over the weekend. What you see is in addition to the sound deadening you don't see behind the carpet.

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[Mannyf540]

Got around to running all the wiring for the Dynavin and GAS crossover and Soundstream amp. What a pain !! I also mounted the GPS antenna near the roof along with the micro phone, I located the microphone in the stock location. I'll finish up the wiring in the rear tomorrow. 511827 511828 511829 511830

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[Stück]

Manny... its actually very user friendly to install that lot. Clearly you've never installed anything that was a real PITA before lol!

Curious to hear what your ears have to say on the effort. I'm sure you'll be pleased.

[Mannyf540]

Actually I have, it's a pain as far as routing wires, removing seat, center console, the carpeting and rear seats..... At the very least time consuming. Yeah I can't wait to hear it !! Did you bridge the front and rear channels ? I'll be using a GAS custom box, so I'll have to cut the ski pass.

[dw280]

VAC Motorsports pulleys. :D

[Stück]

I guess I've done all that so much I don't think much of it anymore, it all comes apart in a snap...have the GAS crossover in the wagon and no it's in 4 channel mode.

[Mannyf540]

Thanks Stuck.

[keeslinger31]

Installed my ae led's

[BimmerBreaker]

Thanks Stuck.
Yeah its NBD but anything short of turning a coupe into a wagon while custom building an engine from scratch with stone age tools just isnt a challenge for him at all.

[Mannyf540]

Yeah its NBD but anything short of turning a coupe into a wagon while custom building an engine from scratch with stone age tools just isnt a challenge for him at all.

The man is a legend in his mind.

[polluted]

- removed nutwood (nussbaum) interior trim and installed a used high-polished grey set.

Decided against installing the center-console trim for now, as there were a couple of scratches on it that would have driven me crazy and the ashtray door was a bit wonky. Ordered a new piece.

[E39InHockeytown]

Changed engine oil and filter, then installed a Zeckhausen modified CDV and bled the slave cylinder. It was long overdue.

[EuroSol]

I like that front splitter!


Hi and welcome! I like that front lip :thumbup:

Thanks! It'll do until I get an M-Sport front bumper.
Gave her a wash today. Putting in the rear suspension hopefully tomorrow.

[keeslinger31]

Finally replaced the passenger door bowden cable so my passenger can use the inside door handle.

[AquilaBMW]

Test fitment of new wheels...

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[Mannyf540]

A gift from Romania !!


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[senoralbo]

ordered a new left tierod....will pick up a Meyle replacement from O'Reilly this afternoon.

[LovelyLucy]

New timing chain tensioner, old one was shot to hell. Pulled the oil pan to replace gasket and check for plastic bits -- came up clean. Oil change (M1 0W-40) and oil filter. New activated charcoal cab filters. Exterior detailed and interior cleaned/conditioned. Italian tune-up.

[polluted]

- replaced broken headlight adjusters ... 3 out of 4 were broken.
- installed new clear corner headlight lenses
- ordered a new turn signal socket. (BMW must have been staffed by morons in their plastics & rubber department ... it was as brittle as the adjusters.)

Just waiting for the '00 M5 clear tails to arrive to finish up the exterior mods.

[agentrnge]

Conditioned the leather, just the seats, shift boot and steering wheel. Instead of applying with a cloth I basically massaged the conditioner into the leather while wearing a latex glove. It seemed a little dirty when I got to the shift boot. lol. It really soaked up a lot. Then wiped with an old t-shirt after 15-20 mins. Looks and feels great.

Also thought there might be some slow seeping of oil into my plugs after a VCG job ~1.5 years ago. Still pretty clean. But there was a tiny bit of oil in the rear plugs on both sides. Just a few drops, nothing anywhere near the conductive bits. Cleaned it all out and will take a look again in ~6 months. Checked one plug too, looked OK.

Cleared the drain tube on the passenger side cabin air filter box. Cleaned out a surprising amount of sand, ~1/8" deep covering 1/2 of the lowest area, from the bottom of the intake box under the air filter. I guess I picked that up in Cape Cod earlier in the summer. All the filters were in good shape.

Checked fluids/tire pressure and blah.

Edit:
Noticed one tail light was on. For a second thought. Oh crap.. LCM is flaking out on me. But then remembered the parking side marker light feature. Must have hit the blinker to one side when I was cleaning/conditioning the wheel.

[senoralbo]

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[sparklee39]

Very nice !

[axxessdenied]

Blew a heater hose. Luckily it happened after I pulled into my driveway and spewed a bunch of coolant out, lol. Ordering all new heater hoses.

Here's a shot of the hose that blew
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I also installed some CF trim the other night, still need to finish. Part of my center console trim is glued to the plastic so I got to dissolve the glue with some rubbing alcohol or something before i can finish, lol.

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[BimmerBreaker]

The center console trim shouldn't be glued on... there are a few screws on the underside holding it to the plastic piece.

[EuroSol]

Love that Carbon fiber trim!!

Got the rear suspension on and car back together. Discovered a rear swarbar endlink was broken so ordered a new one and some lower control arms up front.

Washed and waxed her, then took some pictures.
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[zener]

Thinking of putting it on sale as I don't need a diesel anymore... Been looking E38's, mainly 750i. Hmmh... :/

[senoralbo]

Love that Carbon fiber trim!!

Got the rear suspension on and car back together. Discovered a rear swarbar endlink was broken so ordered a new one and some lower control arms up front.

Washed and waxed her, then took some pictures.
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Car looks great.... What is that front lip?

[axxessdenied]

It shouldn't. But it was. I'm guessing the previous owner cracked it and thought gluing it.was a good idea where it's.cracked. Almost broke the plastic before I realized what was going on. Heat gun solved the problem :)
Got the center console in. I'll post an updated pic later. On my phone haha.
@Eurosol: thanks man. I'm trying to refresh the interior a bit!

Need a new shifter / handbrake plus some alcantara boots from leatherz and a new steering wheel.

But my car has the single stage airbag so I don't know if I ca. Retrofit a newer steering wheel in and just use one stage instead of both? I'm guessing I would have issues with codescodes. Any way to cheat and just bypass the airbag and fool the sensor?


The center console trim shouldn't be glued on... there are a few screws on the underside holding it to the plastic piece.

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Also, why does my car seem to go down right before a long weekend?? Waiting that extra day for parts Suck! I need to refresh all my heater hoses :(

[Fast88fiero]

Cleaned up the engine.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/Fast88Fiero/FieroForum/B3E27CC5-A389-43F7-A721-A7EA9E790F5F_zpsg5qw0m3w.jpg

[dw280]

But my car has the single stage airbag so I don't know if I ca. Retrofit a newer steering wheel in and just use one stage instead of both? I'm guessing I would have issues with codescodes. Any way to cheat and just bypass the airbag and fool the sensor?



Try contacting shepott on here. I purchased a wheel he had for sale a year ago or so for my 99 M3, so I went back to him again for my 98 540/6 with a single stage airbag. He recovered a 3 spoke wheel and used the M color stitching. He sent pics and it looks great, I can't wait to get it and install it.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/452E07AD-50B5-4CEE-942A-669E0BCA8E03.png (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/452E07AD-50B5-4CEE-942A-669E0BCA8E03.png.html)

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I pretty much finally got around to getting a few pics of stuff I have done over the last few weeks. But the most recent change has been the euro lower dash, silver cf wrapped trim, and euro armrest. Also added BMW all weather floor mats front and rear. I have a ZHP knob waiting to go in also, but I'm still waiting on my shift boot, parking brake boot, and parking brake handle from redline goods (black nappa leather with silver stitching).

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/8B364402-355A-4EC0-8760-AF07521B9ADF.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/8B364402-355A-4EC0-8760-AF07521B9ADF.jpg.html)
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Had the old tint stripped and a ceramic style tint reapplied for better heat blocking (20% on back and rear sides, 30% on front sides and sunroof, and 85% on windshield with a 20% brow)
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/70585EE6-DDD0-4F87-8A5D-2AD90CF08526.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/70585EE6-DDD0-4F87-8A5D-2AD90CF08526.jpg.html)

Also replaced the rear tails using the hella led conversion kit from Turner a couple weeks ago.
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Installed 2001 headlights after replacing the broken adjusters from odometer gears.
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Scuba tank delete until I get the single outlet M-style bumper installed
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/11A1499D-CD5D-4FF6-B051-4D7A1DB4B14F.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/11A1499D-CD5D-4FF6-B051-4D7A1DB4B14F.jpg.html)

And lastly, waiting on my brake duct parts to install my pre-painted M bumpers from Umnitza which are patiently waiting in the box still.
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/B5A909A0-41D4-4F8E-86DA-8BC7D253271C.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/B5A909A0-41D4-4F8E-86DA-8BC7D253271C.jpg.html)

[EuroSol]

Car looks great.... What is that front lip?
Thanks! It needs some tlc still, I've only had it for about 6 months.
The lip is from a ..... (gasp) Mustang Mach 1. It needed a little stretching because the E39 is wider than the mustang but fits fair. Gets the look I wanted and was cheap and I dont care if it gets torn up. I gotta find a drivers fender and order a M-sport bumper.

[auaq]

Love that Carbon fiber trim!!

Got the rear suspension on and car back together. Discovered a rear swarbar endlink was broken so ordered a new one and some lower control arms up front.

Washed and waxed her, then took some pictures.
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That front lip makes it look so much better along with being lowered. Perhaps I should get one and install it too.

[BimmerBreaker]

I've seen a lot of E36 guys do a similar style lip at home as a DIY project. They use weather stripping for garage doors from home depot or similar, and contour it to the shape of the bumper and screw it in. It wont add any functionality this way (really, a lip like that wont add any anyways) but gives the desired look and its not going to get knocked off going down a curb or etc since it will just bend/flex.

[jp5Touring]

Cleaned up the engine.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v519/Fast88Fiero/FieroForum/B3E27CC5-A389-43F7-A721-A7EA9E790F5F_zpsg5qw0m3w.jpg

Looks Good,, Are you happy with the quality of your strut bar ? I have have looked into buying that one ??

[BimmerBreaker]

Looks Good,, Are you happy with the quality of your strut bar ? I have have looked into buying that one ??
Why not wait a little bit? I heard there may be a new strut bar being currently developed for the E39 chassis.

Plus that design has hinges on either side which could be argued defeats the purpose of the strut bar in the first place.

[Fast88fiero]

Quality is good. It interfered with the hood switch and covers the windshield washer tank. Other than that not bad.

[John in VA]

Applied some Doc Bailey's Leather Black to the upper outer bolster of the driver's seat. Did a great job covering the slight cracks at elbow level.
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[axxessdenied]

Try contacting shepott on here. I purchased a wheel he had for sale a year ago or so for my 99 M3, so I went back to him again for my 98 540/6 with a single stage airbag. He recovered a 3 spoke wheel and used the M color stitching. He sent pics and it looks great, I can't wait to get it and install it.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/452E07AD-50B5-4CEE-942A-669E0BCA8E03.png (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/452E07AD-50B5-4CEE-942A-669E0BCA8E03.png.html)


Thanks, dude!! Cars looking good :D

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Here's where my interior is at now.

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[dw280]

Thanks, dude!! Cars looking good :D

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Here's where my interior is at now.

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No problem, glad to help. Hopefully he can get you all fixed up.

What head unit is that and do you like it? I was thinking of getting the Dynavin N6 (I think that's the model anyways) if they can get the DSP issues resolved. But my next major interior mod will be the suede headliner and pillar conversion.

Your interiors looking good too.

[axxessdenied]

I don't really understand what DSP issues are. I think mine has them since it resets randomly when listening to a CD/DVD or SD-Card. Typically Aux is the way to go I find. Bluetooth seems to work alright with the phone but an external mic would be nice. Not sure if the reverse camera was ever wired in properly, something I got to look into. It's not a Dynavin or Avin unit or whatever. It's some cheaper chinese knockoff. It work's okay. I mean... I wouldn't pay to have it put in... but it came already installed when I purchased the car. I would definitely like to update it to a slicker, quicker unit as it takes a while before it starts playing music. There's other stuff higher on my list I'd rather spend my money on though :)

[BimmerBreaker]

Pulled the M54 out of the 530i

First time ever pulling an engine in this car, took only an hour! A lot easier than expected!!!

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[E39540V8]

Went ED China on my alternator, hopefully the new bearings will make a noise go away.

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[Alpinweiss E30]

Changed headlight adjusters with replacements from odometergears.com. Drivers side adjusters were toast, passenger side were intact. Need to fine-tune the aim a bit.

[e39hamann]

Kind of late but last week I put new front control and thrust arms on along with new tie rods. Got the car aligned and it drives so much better now!

And yesterday I dropped it off at the body shop after I hit a deer on my way home from work Monday night :(

[polluted]

- installed '00 M5 clear tails (the last of the amber has been banished)
- replaced hood switch (no more random alarms)
- replaced oil filter housing mounts (both were broken)
- replaced gas cap (old one had a broken tether)

[larrym3711]

Exchanged right front with spare due to wheel was out of round. Stopped all vibration. Used Hunter Road Force 9700 to finish the job.

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2001 540iA Sport

[darkhart]

Yesterday I replaced the alternator. It took me seven years to figure out my electrical gremlin that was constantly killing my battery and more recently causing ruff idling was the fringing alternator was bad. Crazy thing is I also had the alternator replaced back in 08' but the dying battery issue never went away. Last week I finally said to hell with it I'm going to find this damn electrical draw and a mechanic friend of mine and I went through every system in the car and the draw never went away until lastly he disconnected the alternator and bam, draw goes away, reconnect alternator and draw is back. Hell's bells we found it, FINALLY!!!!!!!!! Ordered new alternator and installed it yesterday and the battery light on the dash also went off as did the recently started ruff idling, which makes me believe either I got a bad alternator back in 08' when I had it replaced the first time or the shop never put the new one in....

[larrym3711]

Today I cleaned up the spare Tire/wheel (lot of elbow grease and cleanser) and found the outfit that exchanged my spare for my right front (it was out of round) broke off the Lifting Jack (plastic) clamp. This is because...when you put in the spare tire (with the jack in place)...it "hits" the plastic clamp on the jack very easily...breaking it off. I ordered a new one (P/N: 71126765001) from a major BMW parts house. Not a critical parts replacement....but it keeps the jack handle from "floating around".

larrym3711
2001 540iA Sport

[axxessdenied]

@dw280: got in contact with shepott. He will be doing a steering wheel for me, as well as handbrake & shift boots, rewrap my arm rest and also do a zhp shifter and handbrake handle. All in alcantara with purple stitching. Wheel is gonna have bmw performance yellow stripe at 12 o'clock to tie in my bmw performance brakes.

Took out my kidney grills. Clips are already busted in different spots from previous owners removing them. I'll probably have to use some adhesive to get them to sit properly lol.
I'm plastidipping the outer kidney grill purple and the slits black.

[BimmerBreaker]

@dw280: got in contact with shepott. He will be doing a steering wheel for me, as well as handbrake & shift boots, rewrap my arm rest and also do a zhp shifter and handbrake handle. All in alcantara with purple stitching. Wheel is gonna have bmw performance yellow stripe at 12 o'clock to tie in my bmw performance brakes.

Took out my kidney grills. Clips are already busted in different spots from previous owners removing them. I'll probably have to use some adhesive to get them to sit properly lol.
I'm plastidipping the outer kidney grill purple and the slits black.
You guys up north always do weird things to BMWs... lol...

[JimLev]

Just ordered all the parts to do the M5 front bumper conversion.

[senoralbo]

Just ordered all the parts to do the M5 front bumper conversion.


Nice... your car will look even more bada$$!

[HoZy]

Fit my E92 park brake boot & Carbon Handle.

http://i.imgur.com/ozoshK2.jpg

Cheers
Mat

[cwise12]

Just ordered all the parts to do the M5 front bumper conversion.


This will look great on your car, Jim!


Let me know if you're interested in some crazy fog lights! I've also been considering attempting a retrofit of the newer X5's LED fog lights into e39 M5-style fog lights.

[dw280]

You guys up north always do weird things to BMWs... lol...


Hold on a minute here!! I'm in south Louisiana and have been for almost 3 years now. Lol

[BimmerBreaker]

Hold on a minute here!! I'm in south Louisiana and have been for almost 3 years now. Lol
I love Louisiana, a good friend of mine just moved to Ponchatoula. But I was talking to axxessdenied. Hes from Canada.

[dw280]

@dw280: got in contact with shepott. He will be doing a steering wheel for me, as well as handbrake & shift boots, rewrap my arm rest and also do a zhp shifter and handbrake handle. All in alcantara with purple stitching. Wheel is gonna have bmw performance yellow stripe at 12 o'clock to tie in my bmw performance brakes.


Glad he is able to help you out. I can't say it would be my first choice in colors, but as long as it makes you happy that's all that matters right? Haha. He's always done right by me so far, so I think you will be very pleased with his work. Did you tell him I sent you his way? Lol

On a side note, my steering wheel in in the US now, made it through customs in NY and heading south to me now. I can't wait to get it installed.

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I love Louisiana, a good friend of mine just moved to Ponchatoula. But I was talking to axxessdenied. Hes from Canada.

Oh, lol. When you said "guys" I thought you meant axxesdenied and me.:rolleyes

[Mannyf540]

I ordered one of these bad boys from GAS.... 512624 Going to run an ID max 10" sub, can't wait to receive the rest of my audio toys.

[Mirza E34]

Swap the M52B28 air Intake with the M50B25 air intake .... :D :D

[SixSpeedManual]

Battery light came on this morning, no service engine soon light. 2003 540i. The car started perfectly and drove normally, any ideas why the light would be on?

In going to be really annoyed if the alternator is bad.

[axxessdenied]

You guys up north always do weird things to BMWs... lol...
I know. :)
Gotta keep things interesting ;)

[Pekelicious]

Found my electrical gremlin, alternator went South Park :D, ordered a new one after try wit a spare one from my friend e39.

[zener]

Washed it after long time.

[polluted]

- replaced drivers front turn signal holder
- installed LED interior bulbs (all of them work great except for the map lights - don't work at all, so switched back to the stock bulbs. annoying)

[axxessdenied]

@dw280 : I just sent him my deposit and let him know you're the one that referred me! :D

[EuroSol]

Attempted to replace lower control arms. Got the first one off only to discover that the new one wouldnt work. All of the ones I've looked at on parts sites look like the new one. ... can anyone give me an idea as to what LCA i have?


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[senoralbo]

Attempted to replace lower control arms. Got the first one off only to discover that the new one wouldnt work. All of the ones I've looked at on parts sites look like the new one. ... can anyone give me an idea as to what LCA i have?


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They old one still has the sleeve on it. This is a relatively common problem. You need to remove the sleeve from the balljoint bolt on the old arm and tap it back in place on the steering knuckle.

The new arm will then slip right in.

[EuroSol]

They old one still has the sleeve on it. This is a relatively common problem. You need to remove the sleeve from the balljoint bolt on the old arm and tap it back in place on the steering knuckle.

The new arm will then slip right in.
Thanks! I was afraid this was the problem. Seems like a pain in the ass to get off. I'll get back on it tomorrow.

:edit actually I have a puller. seems like cake now. LOL

[dw280]

@dw280 : I just sent him my deposit and let him know you're the one that referred me! :D

:buttrock Nice!

[claude1225us]

I just finish changing the plugs and clean the ICV; will re-install in the morning, then give her a good wash.

[axxessdenied]

:buttrock Nice!
Looking forward to seeing your updated interior shot ;)

[BimmerBreaker]

Took the Style 42's apart.

The bolts are definitely titanium... they weigh an estimated negative 4 ounces. Extremely light. Like, ridiculously light

[Mannyf540]

Took the Style 42's apart. The bolts are definitely titanium... they weigh an estimated negative 4 ounces. Extremely light. Like, ridiculously light

Lol...... After all that from the previous thread..... So their titanium ?!

[zener]

Thanks! I was afraid this was the problem. Seems like a pain in the ass to get off. I'll get back on it tomorrow.

:edit actually I have a puller. seems like cake now. LOL

Just get good ball joint puller and you can you E38/E39 ball joints easy.

I got this one and it has worked nicely.

http://static1.motonet.fi/img/8/804058/500/804058.jpg

[diLucca]

New guide rail, timing chain, beisan vanos seals, also with new ring and gasket, as besian sad, for my M62TUB44 engine.
Drivers side vanos still making clatter after warm up, shaking idle, after that my fuel pump has gone out, after replacing fuel pump, my oil hose from auto-tranny blew up... So I am having nice days with repairs, maybe I should set that car in fire... :)

[BimmrMeUpSnotty]

Lol...... After all that from the previous thread..... So their titanium ?!

Bwaaahaha! Oooops... :)

[BimmerBreaker]

Lol...... After all that from the previous thread..... So their titanium ?!
Yup. Didn't seem likely to me since titanium is incredibly expensive, but as I think about it, since BBS uses those bolts on their other wheels, it was probably cheaper to use them on factory wheels vs. create tooling and R&D on other metal types.

[polluted]

- replaced MAF

Took it for a drive to check if it solved my P0170 & P0173 issue. Fuel economy improved by a significant amount, so I assume the lean condition is now solved and this was the solution. Acceleration massively improved. No CEL popped up. What I thought was an exhaust rattle has gone away, so I assume it was pinging on acceleration and has been solved with this replacement.

The morning took a turn for the worse, though, when I took it on the highway to do a couple of WOT runs to pull the fuel trim numbers. Stomped the gas and promptly left a trail of smoke behind me. The upper rad hose had blown. Called NAPA while waiting for tow truck. Had the new hose waiting for me upon arrival home.

- replaced upper rad hose
- refilled coolant

All seems good now.

I should head over to the car wash and clean out the engine compartment of coolant but that will have to wait until after my daughter's 4th birthday party.

[axxessdenied]

Might have found some rondell 58s in mint condition.

[EuroSol]

Just get good ball joint puller and you can you E38/E39 ball joints easy.

I got this one and it has worked nicely.



Yessir. Got it done in about 45 minutes start to finish.

[Mannyf540]

Here's a pic of my Dynavin. 512771 512772 512773 And I also installed my armrest from redline from long ago. I kept it stock looking as the center is good for holding my e cig, and I'll be placing my bass control knob there also.


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[Tygr1]

Well, yesterday, I had my rear fenders rolled for clearance. Expecting my lowering springs (H&R) to arrive on Monday. Woo-hoo!

[axxessdenied]

Picked these up last night:
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[Aryana]

What staggered setup are those? 18x9" rear and 18x8" front? Nice score

[JaimeZX]

Added the Bluetooth dongle to my Grom for better music & hands-free calling. Also cut a ski-pass-through to the trunk and mounted my sub up to the new hole.
Thread here: http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2128119-Added-the-USB-dongle-amp-microphone-to-my-Grom-today-AWESOME

Pretty happy. :)

[axxessdenied]

What staggered setup are those? 18x9" rear and 18x8" front? Nice score
18x8.5 and 18x10

[HoZy]

18x8.5 and 18x10

What offsets?

[dw280]

Finally installed my Koni FSD's and H&R 50464 springs. Also installed the rear Eibach sway bar, but unfortunately did not have time to get the front sway bar installed. First impressions are that it feels very very similar to stock sport suspension, not stiff at all over bumps. It was raining, so I couldn't take any corners really. Plus I still need to align it, I'll probably do that tomorrow after work. I'll try to get some pics uploaded soon. I guess I should probably start a build thread with everything in one place, if nothing else for my own records. :D

Finally took a couple pics, their just crappy cell phone pics, but its something.
before:
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after:
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Picked these up last night:
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Nice score!! Those will look great on the car!:buttrock

[Happy Saru]

Got the new starter in but as the battery wasn't fully charged started clicking I accidentally crossed the connections so know the starter is good just need to get the amps up.

[freethrowdunk]

After a ~8-month hiatus, we roll again.

http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm15/freethrowdunk/20140907_212711_LLS_resized_zpsb52c3c2e.jpg

[dw280]

After a ~8-month hiatus, we roll again.

http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm15/freethrowdunk/20140907_212711_LLS_resized_zpsb52c3c2e.jpg
Car looks great! I love white.

[freethrowdunk]

Car looks great! I love white.

Thanks! As do I. :)

[senoralbo]

After a ~8-month hiatus, we roll again.

http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm15/freethrowdunk/20140907_212711_LLS_resized_zpsb52c3c2e.jpg

I love it... we should organize a Southern California E39 meet..

[freethrowdunk]

I love it... we should organize a Southern California E39 meet..

Thanks as well. We should. Whereabouts would it be?

[Alpinweiss E30]

Removed instrument cluster and MID and shipped them off to Concrete Donkey for repair. Need to order a new bezel as the tabs that are hidden behind the wood trim were stuck to the dash and broke upon removal.

[Smoothbimer]

Brought my newly purchased 2000 528iT Wagon home yesterday, replaced burned tail lamp bulb and front turnsignal bulb. Power steering fluid leak (PO used regular power steering fluid and ruined the seals). Poured ATF and the wheel went light, so it seems like the pump still good.

[rede39]

I love it... we should organize a Southern California E39 meet..

I'm in!

[MarlberCruz]

Here's a pic of my Dynavin. 512771 512772 512773

Hey Mannyf540,
Is that the new Dynavin unit (the N6 I think)?
How does it work (good, bad)?
Was it hard to install?
Does it work with DSP?

It looks dope man!

[polluted]

- bled cooling system again
- cleaned out cabin air filter drains (everyone should do this ... mine were full of leaves and other assorted debris. a free ounce of prevention.)

[dw280]

Y'all are probably getting sick of me by now, lol. But today I got my steering wheel from shepott. I couldn't wait to get it installed! The wheel looks awesome! Major props to shepott!!
:redspot:redspot

Unfortunately, I'm still waiting on my parking brake handle as well as shift and parking brake boots from redline goods. So that's why I still have the crappy wood shift knob. I have a zhp knob waiting patiently to get installed.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/61F44204-FFFA-47EA-BF45-BAC220FF0612.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/61F44204-FFFA-47EA-BF45-BAC220FF0612.jpg.html)
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as a bonus... I just realized to the right of the M5 are two boxes with my parts to install the m bumpers!

[AHay5]

Sprayed my M5 fog light surround gloss black to match my gloss black kidney grills.

[jp5Touring]

Three hour round trip tonight. Nice Day Nice Drive,, Half highway half backroads. Scares me on how smooth the motor is,,,:D

[cvtfoso]

I think after today im going to burn my 540iA to the ground lol driveing me nuts

[BimmerBreaker]

I think after today im going to burn my 540iA to the ground lol driveing me nuts
You sound like the guy I was talking to earlier today... been talking to him about buying his E39 for awhile but he was a bit high on price for where I wanted to be, he texted me today asking if I still wanted it because he was fed up with it. I'm also in Phoenix, FWIW... was it you by any chance? :rofl

[auaq]

Today I did nothing. Didn't take her out. She held up nice and tight and gave no hiccups. Decided to give her a little rest.

[BimmerBreaker]

Today I did nothing. Didn't take her out. She held up nice and tight and gave no hiccups. Decided to give her a little rest.
Your I6 didnt break today because you didn't drive it today. Got it.

[auaq]

Ah, shoot. Meant to say for the past few days I've been driving in the city a lot, stop and go, rush hour, then came the rain. But, yes, I didn't drive her today. However, work resumes tomorrow. Oh well .....

[Mannyf540]

Hey Mannyf540, Is that the new Dynavin unit (the N6 I think)? How does it work (good, bad)? Was it hard to install? Does it work with DSP? It looks dope man! Just got back from vacation..... The navigation system works awesome, you can search for entertainment, gas stations, hotels, I was surprised by its capabilities ,bluetooth works great also. I believe DSP issue is being worked on, I bought a GAS crossover and a four channel amp to run all ten channels. As far as install, not to bad just time consuming I installed the gps antenna and microphone inside the garage door opener.i removed seats, to make install look as clean as possible, I hate that hacked look. I'm not done with the rear as I'm waiting for my custom box, that's when I'll mount everything permanently.

[polluted]

- bled cooling system ... again.
- replaced the rubber buttons in both main keys
- adjusted headlights
- received and installed the final piece of my high-polished grey interior trim ... the center console. looks amazing.

[RuskiE39]

I need to adjust my headlights... aiming way to loooooaw...

[freethrowdunk]

Finally got around to having the Eibach rear sway bar installed and a second set of resonators manufactured by Vibrant.

This now means that I have an OEM M5 rear sway bar available for sale. Let me know if you're interested:

http://i.imgur.com/ITOCnGL.jpg

[RuskiE39]

Finally got around to having the Eibach rear sway bar installed and a second set of resonators manufactured by Vibrant.

This now means that I have an OEM M5 rear sway bar available for sale. Let me know if you're interested:

http://i.imgur.com/ITOCnGL.jpg


Sent PM.

[JaimeZX]

All four corners - pads & rotors. Also right/front wheel speed sensor. ABS light is still on but hopefully it goes off soon. :o

Pedal feels a bit mushy after the change. Hopefully it firms up, otherwise I'll need to bleed the system. :p

[bimas]

Ordered a set of the stupidly designed cup holders. I'll put them in next week.

I also polished the RD Sport R50 Batch (while off the car). I will make a good template copy, as they are both NLA (you can only get Racing Dynamics batch). Maybe I'll ask a buddy to CNC me a copy!

[neun]

Front wheel bearings. No more vibration in the steering wheel when braking.

[Trey540i]

Replaced my pinion seal and replaced diff oil with royal purple 75w-140
http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp133/twhitfield510_2008/2014-09-10105544.jpg (http://s405.photobucket.com/user/twhitfield510_2008/media/2014-09-10105544.jpg.html)

Got my electric cutout and magnaflow (14815) muffler in going to be installing them this monday check out my thread for pics and video to come. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2129149-Electric-cutouts-in-the-540

[IMG]http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp133/twhitfield510_2008/2014-09-12125259.jpg (http://s405.photobucket.com/user/twhitfield510_2008/media/2014-09-12125259.jpg.html)

[auaq]

Replaced the two bleeder screws along with the overflow nipple on the radiator yesterday after work. Hopefully no more coolant smells or that minute leak.

[nate2k5]

polished the headlights

[alburroughs2002]

513293

I am upgrading from worn out OEM Rotors and Pads to Stoptech Cross drilled and Slotted Rotors, and Street Performance Pads.

[JaimeZX]

Why get OEM cupholders? I replaced with this $14 item years ago and it's great.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-E39-FRONT-CUP-HOLDER-528i-97-00-525i-530i-01-03-540i-97-03-M5-/161140727119

In other news - went on a 25 mile jaunt this evening to bed in the brakes... helped the pedal feel a bit, but the travel is still more for the amount of braking than with the last set. Mebbe because they're Akebono? :dunno:

[E39540V8]

Front wheel bearings. No more vibration in the steering wheel when braking.

Feels better doesn't it :) This is one of the harder jobs I have done.

Adjusted my handbrake today after replacing the rear drum pads 3 months ago. I now have a handbrake, it really is the small things :)

[agentrnge]

Washed it. Replaced a missing expanding rivet on the radiator. Replaced the collar/bushing things on the valve "beauty covers" on one side, and plastic caps on both sides. Re-glued some peeling back cloth on one C pillar and one A pillar with 3M headliner spray glue. Also stuffed some foam in the one A-pillar trying to kill a cabin noise. And the big accomplishment of the day. Replaced the broken slider bits on one side of my sunroof. Still had one side working. Hopefully this will keep the original working side working longer, and more importantly this should take care of that rattle. If this and the A-pillar foam do the trick the cabin should be noise free again. woo. Until the Billy PSS break something loose again. lol.

[RickSpiff]

Washed it. Replaced low beams and front rotors. Brakes much smoother but the stupid vibration hasn't gone away. Wheel bearings up next...

[NJryan528i]

Changed cabin filters and front drivers window motor and regulator. The new one seems slower and weak, but at least it works for now. Also changed out both front doors speakers with some Kenwood ones.

[polluted]

- swore at it.
- got to test brakes when a car made the most ill-advised u-turn I've ever seen. they work very well.

[philly98540]

Installed a Wavetrac lsd into my stock diff.

[Jarhed]

Changed my 2/16/2001 fuel filter. Finally.

[EURO E39]

Changed a 05/1996 fuel filter...pic to follow..plan to open it up soon..what will I find?...RHD Euro 528 only has 99k kms...

[polluted]

- after a week of torture, successfully bled the *&^%ing cooling system.

[SixSpeedManual]

- replaced MAF Took it for a drive to check if it solved my P0170 & P0173 issue. Fuel economy improved by a significant amount, so I assume the lean condition is now solved and this was the solution. Acceleration massively improved. No CEL popped up. What I thought was an exhaust rattle has gone away, so I assume it was pinging on acceleration and has been solved with this replacement. The morning took a turn for the worse, though, when I took it on the highway to do a couple of WOT runs to pull the fuel trim numbers. Stomped the gas and promptly left a trail of smoke behind me. The upper rad hose had blown. Called NAPA while waiting for tow truck. Had the new hose waiting for me upon arrival home. - replaced upper rad hose - refilled coolant All seems good now. I should head over to the car wash and clean out the engine compartment of coolant but that will have to wait until after my daughter's 4th birthday party.

Napa has Bmw specific coolant hoses with the plastic connectors?

[SixSpeedManual]

Threw in a new alternator (well Bosch remanufactured ) and bleed the coolant system.

The car has 103k miles on it and it's on at least it's 3rd alternator since a BMW oem reman came out of it.

[polluted]

Napa has Bmw specific coolant hoses with the plastic connectors?

They do in Toronto, it seems!

[RuskiE39]

Rolled my rear fenders... what a nightmare on the BMW.

http://i60.tinypic.com/zwkew.png

[nate2k5]

got my pa soft scanner in yesterday so i scanned my codes and cleared them. also turned off my DRL's and the beep when locking/unlocking.

[RLNTLS1]

Rolled my rear fenders... what a nightmare on the BMW.

Why was it a nightmare? I need to do this to get rid of the sunken look on my rears.

[dw280]

Installed my pre-painted Umnitza M5 front bumper assembly. I also ordered the 4 brake duct pieces and the front "L" shaped wheel liners. I decided to go with the m-sport look, so I also ordered a factory grill and t-bar. Now I just need to get the rear bumper installed and a muffler to exit like the m-sport cars did.

As far as the bumper is concerned, I decided to go with the abs version for a better fit. To my surprise, the front bumper fit pretty much like factory. The wheel wells line up as good as my oem bumper did. I took careful consideration to make sure the metal bumper was centered correctly in the bumper cover. The fogs that were included in the kit work, but the fitment on these could have been a little better. That's my only gripe about the whole setup. I'll probably change them out in the future, but for now they work fine.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/706CABAE-3E62-40E6-B3D7-71EB6DBBF5B7.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/706CABAE-3E62-40E6-B3D7-71EB6DBBF5B7.jpg.html)
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[Mannyf540]

Looks good !! Any pics of the sides ?

[E39540V8]

Yep side pics required :)

[dw280]

I just went out and took a couple quick pics for you (and yes its raining a little, lol). They aren't the best pics, but you can see it lines up pretty damn good. The car was previously wrecked and repaired before I bought it, so that's why there is that slight gap between the fender and bumper. I don't know how bad the damage was, but there is red paint markings on all of the suspension and drive line bolts like it was all out at some point. Either way, for the price, I'm very satisfied with the fitment. I hope the rear install is as nice.

I thought about it after I posted these pics, but looking down the fender at the top corner of the bumper, the bumper is flush with the fender and doesn't stick out further... if that makes any sense to you.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/A89D702F-C993-4680-B025-841392C2EB20.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A89D702F-C993-4680-B025-841392C2EB20.jpg.html)
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[Tygr1]

Lowered the front end about 1-1/2" with H&R springs.

[E39540V8]

I just went out and took a couple quick pics for you (and yes its raining a little, lol). They aren't the best pics, but you can see it lines up pretty damn good. The car was previously wrecked and repaired before I bought it, so that's why there is that slight gap between the fender and bumper. I don't know how bad the damage was, but there is red paint markings on all of the suspension and drive line bolts like it was all out at some point. Either way, for the price, I'm very satisfied with the fitment. I hope the rear install is as nice.

I thought about it after I posted these pics, but looking down the fender at the top corner of the bumper, the bumper is flush with the fender and doesn't stick out further... if that makes any sense to you.

http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/A89D702F-C993-4680-B025-841392C2EB20.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A89D702F-C993-4680-B025-841392C2EB20.jpg.html)
http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g428/TRDCOMA/Mobile%20Uploads/3CF43A6E-5A2C-46E1-82AD-C9DCA0B8AFD9.jpg (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/TRDCOMA/media/Mobile%20Uploads/3CF43A6E-5A2C-46E1-82AD-C9DCA0B8AFD9.jpg.html)

Thanks for the effort :) Not too bad as you say. I will hopefully order mine from ECS one day as they will do shipping to AUS.

[Jose E34]

The m5 bumper from Ecs is a great fit. Only thing I didn't like about ordering from them was it took 3 weeks to receive past the said date... Along with the fender liners.

[E39540V8]

The m5 bumper from Ecs is a great fit. Only thing I didn't like about ordering from them was it took 3 weeks to receive past the said date... Along with the fender liners.

Good to know, thanks for that. Time wont be an issue, it will be coming by boat as shipping by air is just far too much. I am running with an ebay cheapy now so I am just trying to return it to what it was before I had an accident. :)

[senoralbo]

Installed some Slimmbones CSL Style Splitters:

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-zImTjB-nRdc/VBjgAJNIG_I/AAAAAAAARvc/s6sLNTDrd68/w1598-h904-no/IMG_20140916_135537.jpg

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-m6vbmwfA_XU/VBje_5UmEaI/AAAAAAAARus/Snb3827TaW0/w1598-h904-no/slimmbones%2B-%2B1

[jdauria]

Going to remove the Brushed Aluminum Trim and revert back to Bruyere Wood Trim for the time being. BMW Individual Black Birch Anthracite or nothing...

[auaq]

Going to remove the Brushed Aluminum Trim and revert back to Bruyere Wood Trim for the time being. BMW Individual Black Birch Anthracite or nothing...

Wha...? Why?

[polluted]

Wha...? Why?

He must have turned 60. :)

[jdauria]

He must have turned 60. :)

You know nothing...Black Birch is the most coveted E39 trim there is. It also looks the best with Caramel interior. FYI - brushed aluminum is up for sale.

[keeslinger31]

Brushed aluminum and carmel would be strange imo tan screams luxury so any sporty touches seem out of place.

[jdauria]

Brushed aluminum and carmel would be strange imo tan screams luxury so any sporty touches seem out of place.

Yes and no, you can look at my thread for pictures on it. That's why I want black birch now

[keeslinger31]

Ya its obviously a personal opinion no offense to anyone with tan interior and brushed aluminum

[JimLev]

Ordered the real M5 fog lights (clear glass) and the connectors along with a bunch of hardware for installing the M5 bumper.

[polluted]

You know nothing...Black Birch is the most coveted E39 trim there is. It also looks the best with Caramel interior. FYI - brushed aluminum is up for sale.

Oh, don't be so sensitive!

I said nothing about the Black Birch (which is definitely the most coveted of interior trims). Swapping back to the Bruyere trim, in the meantime, seems like dipping your toes into old age.

[RickSpiff]

Oh, don't be so sensitive!

I said nothing about the Black Birch (which is definitely the most coveted of interior trims). Swapping back to the Bruyere trim, in the meantime, seems like dipping your toes into old age.

It's not terrible, but I call my e39 'the grandpa car' on occasion.
I've given serious thought to layering some real wood over the plastic trim (mostly b/c mine is cracked), to basically refinish it. Has anyone else done this?

[BimmerBreaker]

Sorry but I don't think birch will look good in caramel. There needs to be some sort of either contrast or blending. Bruyere looks good because it blends the black and the caramel by being a dark brown. Brushed aluminum looks good because it offers contrast against both the black and caramel. Birch may not look great because it will blend in slightly to the black dash and not offer the contrast needed imo, especially in the vibrant colored caramel interior.

Personally I don't like Birch too much. Though from what I understand its the same grain as my Muschelehorn, it is however a different stain.

[jp5Touring]

Two bucket method hand wash,,

[Fast88fiero]

Headlight adjusters. Was no fun but now my headlights don't point at the ground.

[auaq]

Drove her to Winston Salem to buy another kar! And then drove back. She drove wonderful despite of having a recent CEL.

[BMWPlanetDude]

Automatic transmission in my 09/1997 540i decided to break down on me and so I had to source another in good condition. I only had 5th gear and reverse available.

So far so good, feels much stronger than my original one. Fingers crossed it is going to hold. Seems strong so far. Even fuel consumption has improved by about 20-25%. It was down since the last few months I could not understand, O2 sensors, MAF etc were fine.

There was no oil at all in the new gearbox, it was filled with Febi/Bilstein oil, compatible with ESSO LT 71...whatever number is correct for the 5HP24

Had to drive 160 miles to come back home, so far so good.

Donor trans comes from a 1998 740i.

http://www.bmw-planet.com/images/540/trans/1.jpg
http://www.bmw-planet.com/images/540/trans/2.jpg
http://www.bmw-planet.com/images/540/trans/3.jpg
http://www.bmw-planet.com/images/540/trans/4.jpg

[e39hamann]

Picked up some remanufactured calipers today and sprayed them with black caliper paint at a friends house. I was planning on installing them on Sunday along with new rotors/pads/stainless lines but I won't have my car back from the body shop until next week so it'll have to wait :(
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[polluted]

- re-aimed headlights
- new handle on armest
- new bleed screw
- new radiator cap
- new gaskets for taillights

[RuskiE39]

Received my CF vinyl, checked oil (looking good).

[ninjaajay]

Clear side markers

[nikatkimber]

Replaced the slave cylinder and bled the clutch line. Swapped out the angel eye bulb for a new one.

[Boomer Depp]

Last week installed the Bavarian Auto/ Sachs clutch kit and a new slave cylinder. Pulled the flywheel and had it resurfaced. It's been about 30 years since I replaced a clutch in a vehicle myself.

I did find watching Bavarian Auto's two videos beforehand helped gained some insight.

http://www.bavauto.com/fland.asp?part=CK%20E46%202&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googlebase&utm_source=CK%20E46%202&utm_source=ChannelAdvisor&source=CSE&CAWELAID=120131870003611756&CAGPSPN=pla&catargetid=120131870004749303&cadevice=c&gclid=CIPCvre18sACFcRbfgodLz0AwQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qZskpXW9t4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHWTT04gRG8

[Papabear]

Replaced front sway-bar links for the second time ... 65k miles and 4 yrs on the out-going set.

[JaimeZX]

Good wash and wax. It had been too long and I was feeling guilty about it! Much better now.

Edit: aaand... it's raining.

[fmzip]

Last week installed the Bavarian Auto/ Sachs clutch kit and a new slave cylinder. Pulled the flywheel and had it resurfaced. It's been about 30 years since I replaced a clutch in a vehicle myself.

I did find watching Bavarian Auto's two videos beforehand helped gained some insight.

http://www.bavauto.com/fland.asp?part=CK%20E46%202&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googlebase&utm_source=CK%20E46%202&utm_source=ChannelAdvisor&source=CSE&CAWELAID=120131870003611756&CAGPSPN=pla&catargetid=120131870004749303&cadevice=c&gclid=CIPCvre18sACFcRbfgodLz0AwQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qZskpXW9t4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHWTT04gRG8


Good Job! you must be my age, I am 48. I hired someone to do my clutch job! Last one I did was at age 18!

[RuskiE39]

Wrapped my trim in carbon fiber vinyl :)

[Boomer Depp]

Thanks! I used to do my own wrenching from the time I was a teen till I was 32, mostly El Caminos, Chevelles, Chevy Trucks and Jeeps. Then family, work and other hobbies took precedent.

I'd almost give my left nut to be 48 again, but everything is still functioning normally....knocks on wood.

[CKreations]

Replaced the Self Leveling air springs and cabin air filters on my 2003 525i touring that I have had for less than a week!

[RuskiE39]

Last week installed the Bavarian Auto/ Sachs clutch kit and a new slave cylinder. Pulled the flywheel and had it resurfaced. It's been about 30 years since I replaced a clutch in a vehicle myself.

I did find watching Bavarian Auto's two videos beforehand helped gained some insight.

http://www.bavauto.com/fland.asp?part=CK%20E46%202&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googlebase&utm_source=CK%20E46%202&utm_source=ChannelAdvisor&source=CSE&CAWELAID=120131870003611756&CAGPSPN=pla&catargetid=120131870004749303&cadevice=c&gclid=CIPCvre18sACFcRbfgodLz0AwQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8qZskpXW9t4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHWTT04gRG8

That's a big job, props! I'm at 126K and still on the stock clutch as far as I know.

Edit: Yesterday I installed the Eibach rear sway bar and lowered the rear a tad since rolling the fenders.
Note: The rear in my sig pic is higher because it is on a jack.

[zener]

Replaced thermostat. Now the diesel started to warm up properly.

[Master Sheep5]

Plasti dipped my chrome window trim and the slats on the roof black. Needs some touching up but not bad for going in and taking naps while waiting for each coat to dry.

[RuskiE39]

Plasti dipped my chrome window trim and the slats on the roof black. Needs some touching up but not bad for going in and taking naps while waiting for each coat to dry.

Did this to my wife's 330ci last weekend, plasti dip drys VERY quickly, you shouldn't have to wait long enough to take a nap in between coats... unless your 80 LOL.

http://i57.tinypic.com/65v9rd.jpg

[senoralbo]

Removed the Intensive Windshield Washer Tank/Pump/Hoses and replaced my failing E39 WW Nozzles with E60 variants. Also replaced crack hoses with brand new 3/4"OD/0.70mmID Polyethylene hose from Home Depot. The system is now working better than new:

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BTOBIZ-BFlI/VCIdwRMSMiI/AAAAAAAAR24/2qdcT1jD81o/w1598-h904-no/IMG_20140923_182557.jpg

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[axxessdenied]

Changed shoes

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[RuskiE39]

Ordered a resonator!!!