What did u do to your E39 today?

[polluted]

Now that it's finally not too cold or wet outside, I can resume my tinkering with the car:

- Installed the rubber front chin spoiler which seems to be missing from 80% of the pre-facelift e39s I've seen.

- Installed an OE M5 trunk lip spoiler. The shop was able to match the paint spectacularly but they were only willing to install it with 3M tape. Since I'm a masochist, I purchased the Betalink K1 adhesive kit and did it myself. Fitment was perfect and I was very very careful when applying the adhesive and mounting the spoiler - as such, I didn't have much excess to clean up afterwards.

[mfan225]

Conditioned and cleaned the leather and vacuumed the interior.

[bimmerfiver]

Nothing!

My Racing Dynamics front strut brace arrived, and the rain prevented the easy install. Looking forward to putting it in - main reason is to protect my strut towers. If there's any change, benefit in feel while driving, then great.

[jp5Touring]

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7617/16402561784_018ed15059_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qZrqao)on Flickr

Picked up at powdercoaters tonight

[polluted]

I do declare I killed the engine on the Biarritz Blue 540i :(

How faded is the rear parcel shelf?

My Biarritz Blue 540i would like a non-faded replacement!

[Houseboater]

Now that it's finally not too cold or wet outside, I can resume my tinkering with the car:

- Installed the rubber front chin spoiler which seems to be missing from 80% of the pre-facelift e39s I've seen.

- Installed an OE M5 trunk lip spoiler. The shop was able to match the paint spectacularly but they were only willing to install it with 3M tape. Since I'm a masochist, I purchased the Betalink K1 adhesive kit and did it myself. Fitment was perfect and I was very very careful when applying the adhesive and mounting the spoiler - as such, I didn't have much excess to clean up afterwards.
Post a pic of the chin spoiler please!

[paolopp]

Perfect day for a detail, weather mild and overcast......started with the interior...making sure everything was a dust free as possible, conditioned all the leather including steering wheel, gear knob.
Then the exterior, started with the wheels being washed, then washed the car, followed by clay, followed by another wash....then dried. then waxed with Zymol, and then finished off with Autoglym quick detailer spray. Dressed the tyres and it's done, and only took 5 hours. Overall a great day!

[tinius]

- Installed the rubber front chin spoiler which seems to be missing from 80% of the pre-facelift e39s I've seen.


I had one on my 99 528iT. It came loose a couple of times due to ice and snow and one day I noticed it was gone.
Here's a photo on someone else's car:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=326922&d=1338250711[height=300][width=400]

Part number is 51118216706 (Item #30)

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Regards,

[Gator325525]

Got an alignment done

[mfan225]

Disconnected the battery due to door lock actuator issues (drivers and passenger doors not unlocking). While doing that I sheared the stud off for the negative terminal... Bought a new one from Chevy.. Turns out they use the same part. Went to start the car and the alarm went off, but after a few minutes it shut off and everything worked again. Weird.

Also reattached the piece of chrome trim between the window and the door panel on the drivers rear side.

[bimmerfiver]

Wasted my time.
Wasted 30 minutes gerbling with a Racing Dynamics front strut brace.
One of the bolts it came with? The nut which was on it was completely stripped.
The bolt was literally missing threads.
Then, for giggles, I mounted both of the base plates...only to see there is no way to insert the bolts as the holes aren't close to lining up...
The machining/engineering wasn't palpable on this strut brace.
It is not my car, nor strut towers...this strut brace looks like it was not made by their A-Team Quality Control.
Very disappointed, sending it back to Turner Motor Sports.

[Aryana]

That's nuts. I thought RD made nice stuff? Never had any myself though...

[540Greg]

Busy day with the old girl. Started 2 weeks ago when I rebuilt the DISA, no more SES light. Yesterday through today installed new CCV and all hoses attached to it. New PS reservoir and hoses. The usual spark plugs and air filter.

I have to say at 200,000 miles it pulls like a train and runs very smooth.

[SilverSurfer540]

got new emblems for the trunk and hood....replaced those

[IgotBMW]

Charging the battery!!

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[RuskiE39]

Busy day with the old girl. Started 2 weeks ago when I rebuilt the DISA, no more SES light. Yesterday through today installed new CCV and all hoses attached to it. New PS reservoir and hoses. The usual spark plugs and air filter.

I have to say at 200,000 miles it pulls like a train and runs very smooth.

Let me know how the oil consumption goes.

[polluted]

Post a pic of the chin spoiler please!

Sorry, I was away from a computer for the day but Tinius beat me to it!


I had one on my 99 528iT. It came loose a couple of times due to ice and snow and one day I noticed it was gone.

I suspect that's what happens to all of them.

[Houseboater]

Let me know how the oil consumption goes.

You know I keep hearing about oil consumption issues yet with 272,000 on mine it doesn't use any between 5,000 mile oil changes. Very lucky I guess

[RuskiE39]

You know I keep hearing about oil consumption issues yet with 272,000 on mine it doesn't use any between 5,000 mile oil changes. Very lucky I guess
It's on an off, I can't comment on whether its maintenance related, wear in period, or manufac defect.

Then again, I noticed your located in Georgia... I wonder if the humid weather has anything to do with it. CCV systems commonly go out from build up of condensation and the engine not fully warming up.

[Houseboater]

It's on an off, I can't comment on whether its maintenance related, wear in period, or manufac defect.

Come to think of it my 95 530 would burn a quart every tank of gas. Enough to plug the converters up...five times in five years lol

[RuskiE39]

Come to think of it my 95 530 would burn a quart every tank of gas. Enough to plug the converters up...five times in five years lol
I've been lucky enough to get it back up to 3K miles a qt from 1 qt every 700 miles but I think I can improve those numbers after replacing the valve itself with an OEM one. I still also have a vacuum leak noise on light throttle in first and second sometimes third gear. Hoping I can get rid of that when I go in for surgery for the second time.

[540Greg]

Let me know how the oil consumption goes.

Will do.

[Jarhed]

Rinsed off that blasted coat of yellow pollen that has been pissing me off for the past couple days.

[senser]

Washed it, and then a damn SES light came on.

Checked the code, and it was P0491, stupid secondary air pump. I think the vacuum hoses are just shot.

[Jerinoid]

I restored my faded headlight lenses back to a nice clear - almost-new-again finish and posted my method in the thread linked below:

http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2170501-Restore-those-Faded-Headlights!-Here-s-how-I-did-it

[Mannyf540]

Very nice work !!

[RuskiE39]

I restored my faded headlight lenses back to a nice clear - almost-new-again finish and posted my method in the thread linked below:

http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2170501-Restore-those-Faded-Headlights!-Here-s-how-I-did-it

I wish you didn't use the clear coat method. It's gonna be a pain to fix when it fogs up again.

Anyways, I wanna detail my interior tomorrow. Can anyone recommend a good product to get stained in dirt off the door panels and leather? Something in-store that I can pick up.

[Pekelicious]

Scored a 99 M5 with 120000km, kid was wrecking it. Chassi is crap, engine runs strong tho. Gonna run some diag and take pics asap. But im already thinking in swap it in to my 525i.... Its gonna be a 525M lolololhttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/04/05/cddc3e4d68b1a48153e58788016243f8.jpg

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O2 sensors are shot, luckly i have a spare pair of sensors
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Horrendous paint job done to the car :(

[will308]

While doing the brakes I noticed these were shot.....it's mommy's daily driver and she of course didn't notice anything unusual...might as well get her a Honda...lol

[bimmerfiver]

I wish you didn't use the clear coat method. It's gonna be a pain to fix when it fogs up again.

Anyways, I wanna detail my interior tomorrow. Can anyone recommend a good product to get stained in dirt off the door panels and leather? Something in-store that I can pick up.

Available at most stores:

http://www.amazon.com/Zymol-Z507-Leather-Cleaner-oz/dp/B0009JKISG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1428248790&sr=8-2&keywords=Zymol+Leather+Cleaner

It works really well, even on the doors.
Did my friend's car a few weeks ago...his door panels were disgusting.
Within a hour his interior looked new.
Used it many times over the years.
It's designed to work with Vinyl and Leather.
It's a great soap that removes dirt easily.
Spray it on liberally, wipe in with a soft sponge. Dirt comes right out. Rinse sponge often in clean bucket of warm water.
Finish doors with 303 Aerospace.
Finish seats with Lexol Leather Conditioner.

[lesguy]

I wish you didn't use the clear coat method. It's gonna be a pain to fix when it fogs up again.

Anyways, I wanna detail my interior tomorrow. Can anyone recommend a good product to get stained in dirt off the door panels and leather? Something in-store that I can pick up.

I've always had great success with a microfiber cloth, lots of elbow grease, and a 1 to 10 ratio of either Woolite to Warm water or in more dirty cases, 1 to 8 ratio of warm water to dawn dishwashing liquid. Damp cloth but NOT soaked. Rub and rub. Finally, with a separate cloth thats quite damp with clear water, wipe clean and let air dry or dry with a third totally dry cloth. This has worked for me for years.

[paolopp]

Man that M5 looks like a real challenge, engine bay what a disgrace!
I love working on bringing stuff up to scratch though...
The previous owner literally just drove that car and that's it.

[RuskiE39]

In case anyone has ambitious goals to clean/fix their hvac unit...



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[jp5Touring]

Washed it using Carrand suds-n-spray. No $110 foam cannon but for $18. it worked pretty dang good.
Layed quite a bit of foam onto car.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Carrand-Suds-N-Spray-Foaming-Wash-System/43938237

[mfan225]

Washed it. Also found a scratch in my freshly painted bumper :(

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[rede39]

Most current things were done last month which consisted of:
Meyle HD control arm, tension arm, sway bar end link bracket (when you are switching from 120,000k parts to new ones anything feels great, but oh boy this kit and the bushings are putting in major work best upgrade so far)
Powerflex polyurethane sway bar bushings
Thermostat
Water pump
Idler pulley
Tensioner pulley
And an oil change
Fortune auto coilovers might be next on the list not sure how I feel about BC

[Arkum]

How much was it to paint the bumper?


Washed it. Also found a scratch in my freshly painted bumper :(

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I installed the Euro arm rest with STORAGE!!

[mfan225]

How much was it to paint the bumper?



About $300.

[RuskiE39]

About $300.

Wooooooah, I got mine painted for about $100

[Aryana]

That's a heck of a deal. The paint and clearcoat alone cost more than that for me.

[RuskiE39]

That's a heck of a deal. The paint and clearcoat alone cost more than that for me.

My painter is a friend, he still had a can left over from my last paint jobs. Not to mention he works at an auto body shop.

[jp5Touring]

Oem M5 bumper Mirrors and rear touring spoiler primed and painted for $225. Guy I work with used to work at a body shop.
Does great work but he is Sooo over it.

[crosseyedsniper]

Checked the engine for overall vacuum. It's pulling 19hg nice and steady. Blip the throttle and it drops to 0 then jumps back up to 25 before settling back down to 19.

[jp5Touring]

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Tires came in today Conti's DW 245-35-19 and 275-30-19's.

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[RuskiE39]

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Tires came in today Conti's DW 245-35-19 and 275-30-19's.

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Looks awesome with the red! Rear bumper next? ;)

[jp5Touring]

Looks awesome with the red! Rear bumper next? ;)

I have rear roof spoiler painted sitting on my pool table for six months. That is getting installed.
Have Shadowline matte black vinyl order for trim and ECS Tuning black grille ordered.
I do like the the M style rear bumper thou. Its down on the list a bit.

[540Greg]

All of this talk about headlights inspired me.
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[E39540V8]

My headlights suck, can't wait to get rid of my DEPO lights, problem is I don't have 1400 AUD for new lights.

[RuskiE39]

My headlights suck, can't wait to get rid of my DEPO lights, problem is I don't have 1400 AUD for new lights.
DO you have 10 bucks for sandpaper? :D

[blarf]

Leatheriqued the seats and steering wheel (and the steering wheel on the E46). The E46 wheel is totally shot, but it's all nice and matte instead of that nasty glossy black you get from all the skin oils and funk.

[ImTheDevil]

Just a fluid check and top-off, and discovered that as of today my trunk won't open with the fob or the button under the dash, only with the key in the lock on the trunklid. Now I get to troubleshoot.

[Aryana]

Gave her a much needed bath. Cleaning style 42s is a pain in the &$$ but they're 18s so it's worth it.

The Titanium Grey Metallic is still my favorite every time I see her shining.

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This engine bay desperately needs (deserves) a twin screw supercharger in place of that plastic manifold...

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[Dualnames]

Got mine out of storage today. Replaced a burnt out brake light bulb. Drove to work and forgot to turn off the lights. Atleast she the battery didn't die after 5 hours :D

[Houseboater]

I pulled the entire exhaust system off the car to replace the rear manifold/converter due to a hole blown in it only to discover minutes before install that the new (used) one is broken! Now the car will be apart for who knows how long.

[RuskiE39]

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I like this picture, really brings out the color in your paint. I wish I could mentally imagine this car *almost* as low as mine, maybe someday I won't have to imagine? :)

[Aryana]

Thanks Ruski. I'm already $10k deep (above and beyond buying the car) for maintenance and upgrade parts. I stopped short on the coil overs and just waiting for my Sachs to give out.

[RuskiE39]

Thanks Ruski. I'm already $10k deep (above and beyond buying the car) for maintenance and upgrade parts. I stopped short on the coil overs and just waiting for my Sachs to give out.

Your waiting for your sach to give out? :rofl

Anyways, stop waiting and just jump on it. Maybe even some lowering springs! Then we can get to real business and start discussing a S/C'er group buy :shifty

[Aryana]

If DINAN springs were still available, I would have bought em!

Sachs are the OE manufacturer of E39 struts/shocks =)

[Ferruccio]

I took out the nav computer, nav CD, personal CDs, the tools, everything in the glove compartment and the coins in the coin tray, the aftermarket sun shades. Clearing the car of years of memories before it's very likely totaled by the insurance company. That's what I did. 1999-2015 :/

[nikatkimber]

I took out the nav computer, nav CD, personal CDs, the tools, everything in the glove compartment and the coins in the coin tray, the aftermarket sun shades. Clearing the car of years of memories before it's very likely totaled by the insurance company. That's what I did. 1999-2015 :/

Ouch, did you buy it new?

[AquilaBMW]

If DINAN springs were still available, I would have bought em!

Sachs are the OE manufacturer of E39 struts/shocks =)

H&R springs are available as well as Eibach :D

[bE34ST]

Started installing my cubic trim, it really makes the grey/black interior pop.

Now I just need a euro armrest and figure out where to mount my aux port, then I'll be happy with the interior.

[agentrnge]

My indy replaced all 4 O2 sensors and the passenger side exhaust manifold gasket.

[Houseboater]

Its no e39 but figured it was worthy since i used e39 parts lol.

[blackknight530i]

Its no e39 but figured it was worthy since i used e39 parts lol.
It is an universal garage door opener :)

[Houseboater]

It is an universal garage door opener :)

How do you figure?

[blackknight530i]

How do you figure?
Huh? According to BMW, that is a UGDO, universal garage door opener, and it's installed universally in this particular instance.

[Houseboater]

Huh? According to BMW, that is a UGDO, universal garage door opener, and it's installed universally in this particular instance.
k...

[blackknight530i]

Thought I was making a joke. Guess that didn't work.

[Houseboater]

:shifty :lol still in "serious" mode lol


On the other hand... I don't like it so much now that its installed. I was trying to put a benz sun visor mounted unit in (smaller, looked better, color matched) so that's why the door panel looks like it was cut to big on the right side. This one was back up plan. Probably going to get another door panel and move this one elsewhere.

[blackknight530i]

:shifty [emoji38] still in "serious" mode lol


On the other hand... I don't like it so much now that its installed. I was trying to put a benz sun visor mounted unit in (smaller, looked better, color matched) so that's why the door panel looks like it was cut to big on the right side. This one was back up plan. Probably going to get another door panel and move this one elsewhere.
LOL. It's cool. If you can mount a BMW rear view mirror, there's a home link variety.

[Houseboater]

LOL. It's cool. If you can mount a BMW rear view mirror, there's a home link variety.

Yeah i know. Still trying to figure out what to do exactly. The biggest advantage of the door panel mount was ease of wiring. Its all right behind the window switch. Plus had the original one i wanted to use worked out it would have looked great.

[RuskiE39]

Thought I was making a joke. Guess that didn't work.
It's okay. I get it.

[blackknight530i]

It's okay. I get it.
Sweet!

[nikatkimber]

It's okay. I get it.

I laughed.

Speaking of openers, who else uses theirs? Mine seems to have a short range; have to be within 75ft or so.

[blackknight530i]

I laughed.

Speaking of openers, who else uses theirs? Mine seems to have a short range; have to be within 75ft or so.
I have two doors and two BMW's and I use them all the time. I use them within about 30-50 ft.

[nikatkimber]

I have a long driveway, so I like to open it when I pull in so I don't have to stop and wait for it. I had been hoping it would have better range than the clip on remote.

[silverE39]

Getting Magnaflow exhaust manifold (2 cat converters) and Magnaflow full cat-back exhaust installed today by my indy :). Won't get car back until tomorrow. Audio and video would be done over the weekend. Disliike CA emission laws. Spending more $$$ because need to get 50-state legal exhaust manifolds..... :mad

[bear5]

Brand new OEM BMW battery vent hose, elbow & grommet.

[AusE39er]

Dropped in my new driver's door handle to the paint shop to get it painted up.

[Houseboater]

I laughed.

Speaking of openers, who else uses theirs? Mine seems to have a short range; have to be within 75ft or so.

The biggest reason I want a homelink over the clip on style is because the way my house is set up its easiest to come in the garage but the truck stays parked outside. Don't want someone to easily be able to just reach in and hit the button to open the door when I am not home.

[jp5Touring]

I have a long driveway, so I like to open it when I pull in so I don't have to stop and wait for it. I had been hoping it would have better range than the clip on remote.

I could never get the BMW one to work. Does everything it supposed to but open the garage door.

[Dat Aus]

Got another error code. Yaaaaaaaaay. Not getting sick of these at all.

/sarcasm

[RuskiE39]

Getting Magnaflow exhaust manifold (2 cat converters) and Magnaflow full cat-back exhaust installed today by my indy :). Won't get car back until tomorrow. Audio and video would be done over the weekend. Disliike CA emission laws. Spending more $$$ because need to get 50-state legal exhaust manifolds..... :mad
Sorry maybe our terminology is different, but do you have headers?

[silverE39]

Sorry maybe our terminology is different, but do you have headers?

headers and cats are together = exhaust manifold.

[Aryana]

Post your source! I have money burning a hole in my wallet and am having withdrawals because I haven't modded my car in months.

[silverE39]

Would you mind sharing a link to the CA legal exhaust manifolds please?!

http://www.magnaflow.com/02catalytic_converters/02product/shopdisplayproducts.asp?portal=CALIFORNIA&year=2001&make=BMW&model=530I&engine=3.0L&splityear=OBD

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Post your source! I have money burning a hole in my wallet and am having withdrawals because I haven't modded my car in months.


Cheapest was Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/MagnaFlow-56430-California-Catalytic-Converter/dp/B00DQ9VAFQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428646673&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=magnaflow+56430+exhaust+manifold

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[tmvE39E53Z32TT]

Install the Infiniti BassLink II that I remove from my Z32, when I built the custom sub-box for it. Tapped into the sub wire and use an LOC to provide signal for the Basslink.

[AquilaBMW]

Installed new belts on the wagon, plus replaced pulleys. Installing that bloody serpentine belt on the V8 is like a Vulcan mind test that humans must fail all the time!

[Pekelicious]

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[Pekelicious]

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[gurmukhbhogal]

Now I just need a euro armrest and figure out where to mount my aux port, then I'll be happy with the interior.[/QUOTE]

I have two, 1 black, 1 deep blue, for sale

[jp5Touring]

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WOW,, I just did my center console so my Indy could change out the airbag module and recode it. Thought that was a PIA.
They also did a four wheel alignment.

[blk90s13]

Changed out my running/high beam bulbs to pure white what a difference

[Dking078]

Installed a nice Black Euro First Aid kit I scored off ebay.

Kinda want to do rear fogs now :)

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[mfan225]

Replaced my passengers side fender liner (cracked) and started diagnosing electrical issues (YAY!!).

[Nero530i]

Installed Pioneer AVIC 8100NEX and replaced the front mid speakers (had MB Quartz -- failed boats); replaced with JL Audio but went pure mid because don't need anymore tweeter/treble given small size of speakers throughout the car. Subwoofer is the next investment. ATM I still have the DSP tray sub -- good god it blows.

[freethrowdunk]

Installed a nice Black Euro First Aid kit I scored off ebay.

Kinda want to do rear fogs now :)

http://i924.photobucket.com/albums/ad90/Dking078/Other/IMG_4686_zpskq5wemrl.jpg (http://s924.photobucket.com/user/Dking078/media/Other/IMG_4686_zpskq5wemrl.jpg.html)

That's a great addition. I'm thinking of doing this along with the fire extinguisher add-on (the first-aid kit will mount onto the passenger seat while the extinguisher onto the driver's). I also like that storage net. Is it the OE one?

[1gr8e39]

I changed all my license plate bolts to aircraft grade torx, and painted the outside bezel of my OEM grill to replace the cheap all black one ive had in for a few weeks. When painting with spray paint I highly recommend not cleaning the item, or sanding it, and then just spray as much paint on it as fast as you can ;-) Also I removed the tail lights and hit them with some compressed air to get all the dirt out of the top of the seams. I also put 6 Pearl Jam albums in the 6 disc, starting with Ten, then VS., then Vitalogy, NoCode, Binaural, then last Riot Act. Yield, Lost Dogs, and Lightning Bolt will be rotated intermittently.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/Z2_zps1f7vyz2g.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/Z2_zps1f7vyz2g.jpg.html)

Going to put the Newly painted outer bezel on the OE chrome face inserts
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/ZZ3_zpstpr5hztn.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/ZZ3_zpstpr5hztn.jpg.html)

[agentrnge]

Washed it. And did a little driving around in the nice weather.

I was going to finally swap my winter wheels/tires for the summer set, but I could not. The elevator at the storage unit where I have my wheels stored was nonoperational. I did not feel like lugging them up/down stairs. Next weekend...

[blackknight530i]

Finally received my tech graphite trim from Lithuania today after waiting 2.5 months shipping. Condition is actually pretty good, but not perfect. Certainly not bad for $38 shipped though.530911530912530913

[Houseboater]

Speaking of manifolds I had my broken (as in, in half) bank 2 converter welded back together. What a pain putting them back in.

[RuskiE39]

Got my OEM CCV parts in. Will probably start diggin in to it in the next few days. Weather is looking great.

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc454/russianh2o/06DE3C29-36A7-48F9-9F6D-DCCA57D685FC.jpg (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/russianh2o/media/06DE3C29-36A7-48F9-9F6D-DCCA57D685FC.jpg.html)http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc454/russianh2o/B81F6E27-6324-4BFD-A211-1F172DE845E5.jpg (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/russianh2o/media/B81F6E27-6324-4BFD-A211-1F172DE845E5.jpg.html)

Also, got the last of the led bulbs in. Looks great, it was still a little bright when I took the pics.

[Aryana]

Finally received my tech graphite trim from Lithuania today after waiting 2.5 months shipping. Condition is actually pretty good, but not perfect. Certainly not bad for $38 shipped though.530911530912530913

Can't beat the price!

[blackknight530i]

Can't beat the price!
Seriously. Also, I was pleasantly surprised that after removing the carbon fiber cloth and adhesive (lots of acetone and scrubbing with a microfiber cloth), my Vavona trim still looks amazing, save for the glove box trim which had a crack in it before wrapping and the piece to the right of the steering wheel that got a crack the other day. I actually forgot how good a nice set of vavona looks. I'll probably be posting in the classifieds when I find a tech graphite auto shifter knob, or manual swap the car.

[Dat Aus]

Developed a misfire and got a CEL. Awesome.

[RyansBMW]

http://www.magnaflow.com/02catalytic_converters/02product/shopdisplayproducts.asp?portal=CALIFORNIA&year=2001&make=BMW&model=530I&engine=3.0L&splityear=OBD

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Cheapest was Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/MagnaFlow-56430-California-Catalytic-Converter/dp/B00DQ9VAFQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428646673&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=magnaflow+56430+exhaust+manifold

http://www.amazon.com/MagnaFlow-56431-California-Catalytic-Converter/dp/B00DQ9VB4G/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428646718&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=magnaflow+56431+exhaust+manifold

Any particular reason you went with Magnaflow over OEM? Price is pretty similar. Was it just price or something else?

[AquilaBMW]

Finally received my tech graphite trim from Lithuania today after waiting 2.5 months shipping. Condition is actually pretty good, but not perfect. Certainly not bad for $38 shipped though.530911530912530913


WHAT ?!?!?! No way.... :eek::eek::eek:

So jealous! :rock:

[blackknight530i]

WHAT ?!?!?! No way.... :eek::eek::eek:

So jealous! :rock:
Lol, yup.

[bmdubya1198]

Finally received my tech graphite trim from Lithuania today after waiting 2.5 months shipping. Condition is actually pretty good, but not perfect. Certainly not bad for $38 shipped though.530911530912530913
Wow! That's a great price for any trim. Looks great, too!

[blackknight530i]

Wow! That's a great price for any trim. Looks great, too!
Thanks, it was originally $76, but when we thought it wasn't coming in after 2 months of waiting, he refunded me. Then 2 weeks later it actually came in and said to repay him half the cost.

[1gr8e39]

Dang thats a fantastic price. I'm excited to see it looks so good. I got mine from another member and it should be here tomorrow. Was it easy to install Blacknight530?

[blackknight530i]

Dang thats a fantastic price. I'm excited to see it looks so good. I got mine from another member and it should be here tomorrow. Was it easy to install Blacknight530?
Yeah, standard trim tools for removal and a Phillips screwdriver.

[AusE39er]

Cracked the plastic where the coolant temperature sensor screws into the radiator. Woopee!

[RuskiE39]

Replaced my second CCV last night. Was not that bad at all, much stress relieved. :)

[polluted]

- Changed the non-return valves behind both VANOS solenoids
- Installed new solenoid gaskets

Removing the drivers side solenoid was made a little more difficult by the fact that the PO had used RTV on the solenoid gasket. Much swearing later, it was out and I cleaned the mating surface. After getting both valves out, it was obvious that the o-rings on both of the installed valves were essentially flattened to nothingness and I suspect were allowing some oil to drain back. The passenger side solenoid gasket was leaking and the valve had a little bit of gunk in it. Because of this gunk, I'll probably do an engine flush next time I change the oil.

This was a cheap experiment to see if it resolves some of the VANOS noise. I'll have a better idea tomorrow morning if it made any difference after the engine has had a chance to drain down overnight. Then I'll take it for a spirited drive and see how it is when the engine is hot.

[Pekelicious]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/18/6e6636e50d6a85b1c924722b80e3216e.jpg

Gave her a bath put on the new lobotins[emoji16][emoji16][emoji16][emoji16]

[quattro PETE]

Annual oil and filter change today...

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d102/escape2music/misc/DSC_7030.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d102/escape2music/530i/misc/DSC_5086.jpg

[MrDucky]

Did an Oil change and installed new filters, next to do is the fuel filter, CCV and Vanos. i hope when all is finished my car will use less oil. when i go into the high RPM range (above 5k) it is like a whirlpool of oil.

[polluted]

- Changed the non-return valves behind both VANOS solenoids
- Installed new solenoid gaskets

Removing the drivers side solenoid was made a little more difficult by the fact that the PO had used RTV on the solenoid gasket. Much swearing later, it was out and I cleaned the mating surface. After getting both valves out, it was obvious that the o-rings on both of the installed valves were essentially flattened to nothingness and I suspect were allowing some oil to drain back. The passenger side solenoid gasket was leaking and the valve had a little bit of gunk in it. Because of this gunk, I'll probably do an engine flush next time I change the oil.

This was a cheap experiment to see if it resolves some of the VANOS noise. I'll have a better idea tomorrow morning if it made any difference after the engine has had a chance to drain down overnight. Then I'll take it for a spirited drive and see how it is when the engine is hot.

I put it through a few different drive cycles today and the engine is definitely quieter. No leaks present from gaskets.

I'm quite pleased.

To celebrate, I installed new floor mats.

[NordmanMg]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/18/6e6636e50d6a85b1c924722b80e3216e.jpg

Gave her a bath put on the new lobotins[emoji16][emoji16][emoji16][emoji16]

Look very sexy lol

[auaq]

^ i8 wheels?

[agentrnge]

Finally put on my summer tires! OEM M-pars with Mich PSS. Ahhh. So good to be off noisy snow tires. 15 of 20 bolts needed major effort to get off. My guess is ~200-250 ft/lbs to break loose. Grr. Was at the Indy for bearings ( and brakes ) a few weeks ago.
I also raised my suspension up about 1/2" in front. and rear drivers side up 1/4" Not sure if the Bilstein PSS coil overs settled over the last year, or if I just changed my mind on ride height. Seemed a tad low.

[RyansBMW]

- - - Updated - - -

Bought this: Interior trim "Cubic" or "Technical Graphite" for $75 shipped.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g315/dcanon/BMW%20540i/25774e3dc5ca4a116858ebd8c9d7785e_zpsww7wyteq.jpg

Where did you get that deal???

[madhakish]

Mpar 18s staggered replacing 17" style 32s. Brake hoses yesterday, drivers door regulator tomorrow

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/19/8d8a7009649eb20d4967b1d6dbd217b3.jpg

[Dking078]

Where did you get that deal???

Me thinks i know :), but i'm no forum hustler so i stayed away. Stellar deal though... But once the guy sees the shipping rate, he might get scared!

I have a set for sale though if you like!

[Fast88fiero]

Took it to a show and forgot to take pictures...

[Arkum]

Tried to hydrolock it. Failed at it thankfully... Check your brake booster housing area thing-ma-bob-er. Water is bad mmmmmmmkay

[blackknight530i]

Tried to hydrolock it. Failed at it thankfully... Check your brake booster housing area thing-ma-bob-er. Water is bad mmmmmmmkay
So happy you made it back safely. Brian and I were worried, but he told me you made it without issues. Thanks a lot for helping out yesterday.

[tmvE39E53Z32TT]

Mpar 18s staggered replacing 17" style 32s. Brake hoses yesterday, drivers door regulator tomorrow

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/19/8d8a7009649eb20d4967b1d6dbd217b3.jpg

Reps?

[madhakish]

Good eye! Yes. Replicas.

[madhakish]

Going to have the style 32's powder coated and needed some shoes. Came with new Nanking ns2's $850 total and buys me a summer or two while I decide what else to do about the old wheels. May sell the set of 5 for a nice set of pilots or pzeros.

[jp5Touring]

Was testing a car at Gingerman Raceway Saturday. During lunch break old friend pro driver Randy Pobst did a handful of laps in my touring.
Was great fun. The man is smooth.

[Fast88fiero]

I would love to take my car to gingerman.

[jp5Touring]

It cheap to due test n tune. Around $100 bucks I think. Bring extra brake pads.

[Arkum]

So happy you made it back safely. Brian and I were worried, but he told me you made it without issues. Thanks a lot for helping out yesterday.
Yea so far so good. I ordered new hoses and check valve. I ordered SS brake lines since I have to flush the system now anyway. Not quite an S62 but it is some upgrades lol

[blackknight530i]

Yea so far so good. I ordered new hoses and check valve. I ordered SS brake lines since I have to flush the system now anyway. Not quite an S62 but it is some upgrades lol
Lol, stopping is usually more important than going faster.

[blackknight530i]

Engine is still running good though after it cleared out last night?

[johnny bananas]

Replaced upper control arms (Meyle HD) and headlight adjusters. Learned that in a post-facelift (01/2001) touring, which has halogens, not Xenons, you need to buy the so-called Xenon adjusters from Bavauto, not the older "non-xenon" ones.

[gmak]

Just got a bunch of screws, clips etc and the lower front (right) wheel liner where the outside temp sensor clips in. Took out the old screws and binding washers from the belly rock shield at the front and put in new ones. Replacing all clips in that area. After 17+ years, I guess she needs some new bits. Tired of cleaning off rust. Plus the wheel liner had an encounter with a too-high parking curb and was ripped up a bit on the bottom. New screws / bolts and clips for all front wheel liners.

[Arkum]

Engine is still running good though after it cleared out last night?
Yea it feels fine. There was more engine noise but that was from leaving the cover off the engine I hope. I put it back on yesterday so we'll see in a few.

[blackknight530i]

Yea it feels fine. There was more engine noise but that was from leaving the cover off the engine I hope. I put it back on yesterday so we'll see in a few.
Yeah, it's amazing how much noise that acoustic cover blocks.

[Jarhed]

Well.... yesterday my mesh grill piece on my M-Sport bumper ate a 4' piece of pallet that was bouncing along the highway. It was still sticking out like a bull's horn when I finally stopped and took a little effort to get it out. Smashed a huge hole in the mesh, broke off the brake duct, and slightly broke the edge of the opening to the black air duct in front of the radiator.

Today.... I ordered a new mesh piece. Tomorrow, I'll order a new brake duct.

:mad

[RuskiE39]

Put the car up for sale locally..

[clamasters]

Well the last few days have been a doozy.

540i/6 is nearly new again

New Clutch and Dual Mass Flywheel (Went with LUK for both), Input Shaft Bearing, Ball Piviot Pin w/ new Spring Clip and Clutch Release Bearing
Rear Coolant Plate Gasket
Rear Main Seal
Crank Seal Cover Gasket
Transmission Input Shaft Seal
Transmission Output Shaft Seal
Transmission Shifter Seal
New Guibo
Transmission Mounts (Lemforder)
Tie Rod Ends (Meyle)
New Pads, Rotors, and Sensors (Zimmerman/Akebono package from FCP Euro)

Grand Total: $1443.02

Going to be doing quite a bit to the car this summer just to get it back to perfect running condition. Lots of work...

[jdnaik]

Timing guides and Vanos... Made a world of difference, engine is nice and quite now

[Arkum]

Its running rough. I think the plugs might be fouled

[blackknight530i]

Its running rough. I think the plugs might be fouled
Damn

[FlipredE36]

New plugs which fixed 3 issues:

-low rpm stutter
-hard hot restarts
-dipping below idle when going from a gear into neutral

These BMW NGK plugs had about 70K miles and I always use 93.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v481/FlipLegend/IMAG4365_zpsgfl8n29h.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/FlipLegend/media/IMAG4365_zpsgfl8n29h.jpg.html)

[OnTheFence]

Finally put on my summer tires! OEM M-pars with Mich PSS. Ahhh. So good to be off noisy snow tires. 15 of 20 bolts needed major effort to get off. My guess is ~200-250 ft/lbs to break loose. Grr. Was at the Indy for bearings ( and brakes ) a few weeks ago.
I also raised my suspension up about 1/2" in front. and rear drivers side up 1/4" Not sure if the Bilstein PSS coil overs settled over the last year, or if I just changed my mind on ride height. Seemed a tad low.
Do you have a 25" breaker bar? Should take little effort,

[ErrolFlynn]

Just wrapped up using plastidip on my beater wheels, using three cans of anthracite, one can of clear. Came out much better than expected. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/2cf1fdfe0ff7b8ab09ab4f3063f180b4.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/3920bb3e0bd345f7594450c3765b5225.jpg

[auaq]

New plugs which fixed 3 issues:

-low rpm stutter
-hard hot restarts
-dipping below idle when going from a gear into neutral

These BMW NGK plugs had about 70K miles and I always use 93.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v481/FlipLegend/IMAG4365_zpsgfl8n29h.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/FlipLegend/media/IMAG4365_zpsgfl8n29h.jpg.html)

Yep, those are done. Look at the gap and the centre electrode is pretty much eaten up!

[1gr8e39]

I swapped the wood out for Technical Graphite, Installed the AFE CAI, and put Silver gauge faces and chrome bezels in the cluster, as well as taking a red sharpie to the needles. Also Josh from Varrstoen called and said my 19's were done machining and will be shipped by friday :redspot
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/Mobile%20Uploads/A3567690-A1CA-47AB-BF1F-B853BE0517B1_zpskmnisg7b.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A3567690-A1CA-47AB-BF1F-B853BE0517B1_zpskmnisg7b.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/7CC26355-B96E-40F1-AA8D-8478BE4F088B_zps0b9m5a39.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/7CC26355-B96E-40F1-AA8D-8478BE4F088B_zps0b9m5a39.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/651FAFAD-FD78-4013-AB68-62DDE54AA1FB_zpsg98v46ea.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/651FAFAD-FD78-4013-AB68-62DDE54AA1FB_zpsg98v46ea.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/Mobile%20Uploads/B3FEC151-1611-4F37-8F33-C06BF90DF2BE_zpsrtvuh2zg.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/Mobile%20Uploads/B3FEC151-1611-4F37-8F33-C06BF90DF2BE_zpsrtvuh2zg.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/Mobile%20Uploads/F86EC6B7-08DF-4DE3-AC08-F54E56761C83_zpsgwpaxcy6.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/Mobile%20Uploads/F86EC6B7-08DF-4DE3-AC08-F54E56761C83_zpsgwpaxcy6.jpg.html)
Gettin there...

[Aryana]

Just wrapped up using plastidip on my beater wheels, using three cans of anthracite, one can of clear. Came out much better than expected. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/2cf1fdfe0ff7b8ab09ab4f3063f180b4.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/3920bb3e0bd345f7594450c3765b5225.jpg

That looks really good.

[ErrolFlynn]

That looks really good.
Thank you, it took around three hours. I probably did close to 10 mini coats. Also the clear was at least 5. It's near flawless in person. I may buy another clear to bring out the anthracite.

[Fast88fiero]

Changed the oil.

[SixSpeedManual]

Timing guides and Vanos... Made a world of difference, engine is nice and quite now

Did you do the work yourself or did you have a shop do it?

[Dking078]

Thank you, it took around three hours. I probably did close to 10 mini coats. Also the clear was at least 5. It's near flawless in person. I may buy another clear to bring out the anthracite.

That actually looks real good!

Makes me wish I didn't pass up a cheap set at the junkyard once :(

[ryandev]

Had the SES light pop on and rough idle along with it stalling out. Was concerned but searched the forum and decided it was the idle control valve. Did some wrenching and pulled it out, cleaned it, reassembled and runs perfect again. Thanks to this forum I think I saved a couple hundred dollars today.

[RuskiE39]

Had the SES light pop on and rough idle along with it stalling out. Was concerned but searched the forum and decided it was the idle control valve. Did some wrenching and pulled it out, cleaned it, reassembled and runs perfect again. Thanks to this forum I think I saved a couple hundred dollars today.

Might as well also look at your CCV, i'm debating on pulling out my ICV too, what method did you use to clean it?

Also, what does the other end of the ICV go into? I mean is there a gasket or something on the other side? I'm just trying to figure out if theres so much resistance to pulling it out then whats holding it in?

[madhakish]

New drivers window regulator, some rockhorn mat, and some mass laden vinyl on the vapor barrier to minimize noise.

[bmdubya1198]

Just wrapped up using plastidip on my beater wheels, using three cans of anthracite, one can of clear. Came out much better than expected. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/2cf1fdfe0ff7b8ab09ab4f3063f180b4.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/3920bb3e0bd345f7594450c3765b5225.jpg
Wow... the anthracite looks great! I may go with with that one instead of black if I paint my wheels.

[IgotBMW]

Just wrapped up using plastidip on my beater wheels, using three cans of anthracite, one can of clear. Came out much better than expected.

Turned out nice!!

[blackknight530i]

Just wrapped up using plastidip on my beater wheels, using three cans of anthracite, one can of clear. Came out much better than expected. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/2cf1fdfe0ff7b8ab09ab4f3063f180b4.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/22/3920bb3e0bd345f7594450c3765b5225.jpg
Looks really good, but be careful using tire shine as it can easily lift the edges of the plastidip.

[jdnaik]

Did you do the work yourself or did you have a shop do it?

Shop

[IgotBMW]

[QUOTE="1gr8e39;28486032"]I swapped the wood out for Technical Graphite, Installed the AFE CAI, and put Silver gauge faces and chrome bezels in the cluster, as well as taking a red sharpie to the needles. Also Josh from Varrstoen called and said my 19's were done machining and will be shipped by friday :redspot [/URL] [URL="http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/7CC26355-B96E-40F1-AA8D-8478BE4F088B_zps0b9m5a39.jpg.html"] (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A3567690-A1CA-47AB-BF1F-B853BE0517B1_zpskmnisg7b.jpg.html)

Mines on the way!!

[1gr8e39]

Your what? All of the things I mentioned?

[IgotBMW]

Your what? All of the things I mentioned?

No just the tech graphite trim. I found a set for my car!

[AusE39er]

New radiator arrived from clickableautomotive, Behr Service unit. Looks a bit better built than the one I got a few years ago that ended up being Made in India for some reason (ebay oddity). This one is Made in South Africa, and been sitting around for a while by the look of that manufacture date. Clickableautomotive told me that as it's Behr, would have bmw information scratched off, but I thought Behr Service was a different ball game?

Funny how you got those little tabs on each corner of the tanks where the seals sit, least I know it's in there.

http://i.imgur.com/3N8BXI3.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/A3ozuVv.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Mq498v9.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/SvcTSgh.jpg

That's a Behr service overflow tank (China) and radiator (South Africa) in there now, see how they go I guess having read lots of different stories about Behr service.

[jp5Touring]

Hand Washed the Touring. It was 36 degrees today when I finished.Michigan Brrrrr.
http://i1053.photobucket.com/albums/s479/jp5touring/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg (http://s1053.photobucket.com/user/jp5touring/media/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg.html)

[Xteve16110]

Switched amber bulbs turn signal to white. Nothing special. Removed air box and everything up to engine. Cleaned visible build-up of dirt and grime. Cleaned air filter. Forgot to put plastic funnel thing back in airbox, Oh nooooo. Next on the list is removing the tray under engine and clean that. And cleaning aaaaalllllll the parts viewable with tray off. Dirty fingers for days on this one

[auaq]

Hand Washed the Touring. It was 36 degrees today when I finished.Michigan Brrrrr.
http://i1053.photobucket.com/albums/s479/jp5touring/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg (http://s1053.photobucket.com/user/jp5touring/media/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg.html)

Should be an official desktop wallpaper I say!

[NordmanMg]

Hand Washed the Touring. It was 36 degrees today when I finished.Michigan Brrrrr.
http://i1053.photobucket.com/albums/s479/jp5touring/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg (http://s1053.photobucket.com/user/jp5touring/media/dc8497b4-9c81-433f-b1f0-cd2ea49f0353_zps90ykbdwl.jpg.html)

what a beast, fabulous
is that an m5 conversion? What's under the hood?

[HoZy]

what a beast, fabulous
is that an m5 conversion? What's under the hood?

His MyCars says it's a '01 525i

[IgotBMW]

Installed the tech graphite/cubic interior trim I bought for $75 shipped.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g315/dcanon/BMW%20540i/DE01358D-3D2E-43CB-BF0C-3AA071EA69B0_zpsqprhvvxq.jpg (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/dcanon/media/BMW%20540i/DE01358D-3D2E-43CB-BF0C-3AA071EA69B0_zpsqprhvvxq.jpg.html)

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g315/dcanon/BMW%20540i/663A827A-3F7C-4848-AE1F-2D4DC5891413_zpsdqgrv7yi.jpg (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/dcanon/media/BMW%20540i/663A827A-3F7C-4848-AE1F-2D4DC5891413_zpsdqgrv7yi.jpg.html)

[commonsenseman]

Installed the tech graphite/cubic interior trim I bought for $75 shipped.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g315/dcanon/BMW%20540i/DE01358D-3D2E-43CB-BF0C-3AA071EA69B0_zpsqprhvvxq.jpg (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/dcanon/media/BMW%20540i/DE01358D-3D2E-43CB-BF0C-3AA071EA69B0_zpsqprhvvxq.jpg.html)

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g315/dcanon/BMW%20540i/663A827A-3F7C-4848-AE1F-2D4DC5891413_zpsdqgrv7yi.jpg (http://s59.photobucket.com/user/dcanon/media/BMW%20540i/663A827A-3F7C-4848-AE1F-2D4DC5891413_zpsdqgrv7yi.jpg.html)
Looks awesome!

[IgotBMW]

Was able to source an auto shift knob with same trim for $40 shipped.

[lisaeliza]

i will install angel eye rings and k&n air filter (oem type) next week.

lets get this started. :D
Kissed her in the morning
http://rockbullet.tk/105/o.png

[E39540V8]

Just did the upper timing cover gaskets for the second time, I am preying the bitch stops leaking now (JimLev method was used)

Otherwise, I just may loose it lmao

E39540v8

[gmak]

Changed transmission fluid. For good measure, painted the larger pan with caliper pains. lol.

[EURO E39]

Oil change, PS fluid flush, fixed headlight sprayer with new hoses. Drove her for the last time...going to a new home tomorrow.
Moving to San Diego in the summer and I can't take the 19 year old with me ...only 25 year olds from Japan can come to USA.

Thinking of a well taken care of 03 530 ...E60s are growing on me ..LCI facelift .

Auto hobby shop is full of R32 GT-Rs prepping for their journey.

[Buma32]

Recive my parts . M60 manifold, m5 e39 clutch, obx headers for 740i e38, all gaskets for engine block , oil pan gaskets , valley pan, headers wrap , head bolts, transmission gasket, shaft bearing, transmission boushings, crank shaft seal ring ,oil separator , etc . missing head gaskets and intercooler and 9psi pulley

https://scontent-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/r270/10404122_906261172748503_8645390749849439110_n.jpg ?oh=b650b32a248d330c4e744893a6592323&oe=559BA4FD

[andyh1]

Scored some cheap pedals locally... Installed. 532349

[1gr8e39]

Got my extra Valve Covers powdercoated wrinkle black, Dinan (M60) Manifold cleaned for re-install, Installed 12mm DSX front spacers, ordered 285/30/19 and 255/35/19 Michelin Pilot Super Sports for my Varrstoen ES2's which are on their way from SoCal to Seattle.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2675_zpsnlqgqwsh.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2675_zpsnlqgqwsh.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2677_zpselgrswmv.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2677_zpselgrswmv.jpg.html)
Im really excited for the 19's to show. I have a lic plate delete from bavauto.com coming tomorrow to hold me over until the M Sport bumpers go on. Any Seattle guys we are starting a New Meet in Kirkland off totem lake boulevard. Its in front of the Ross dress for Less/ Autozone sunday nights at 6pm. PM me if anyones interested. There is a thread in PNW Meets too.

[Jarhed]

Changed idler and belt tensioner pulleys, had to JB Weld the left mount back onto the radiator since a 4' piece of pallet penetrated the Msport bumper mesh grill, trashed the brake duct, and pushed the radiator completely off the mount. I'm surprised the JB Weld worked. I use it on just about everything, but wasn't expecting it to hold that pin so securely so I could get the rubber stop on there and mount it. The radiator is only a few years old. It would seem like a giant waste of money buying another just for the mount.

[Djscottyc]

All cleaned up ready for spring!
http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah119/djscottyc2094/44D8E394-7C99-49A5-848C-18DF34E878F6_zpsg0bydsoz.jpg (http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/djscottyc2094/media/44D8E394-7C99-49A5-848C-18DF34E878F6_zpsg0bydsoz.jpg.html)
http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah119/djscottyc2094/6F352971-E14F-4B88-80FA-2C9B08EAE727_zpslhujvdih.jpg (http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/djscottyc2094/media/6F352971-E14F-4B88-80FA-2C9B08EAE727_zpslhujvdih.jpg.html)
http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah119/djscottyc2094/E5A72FDF-F2A5-4BF8-A953-1BA1F8BA63C2_zpsvgmtxlvg.jpg (http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/djscottyc2094/media/E5A72FDF-F2A5-4BF8-A953-1BA1F8BA63C2_zpsvgmtxlvg.jpg.html)

[TripleTTT]

Did cluster pixel repair for the 2nd time...:redspot

This time I attached the ribbon to the LED display first and then connected it to the board.

It lives!:buttrock

[pleiades]

Replaced the squeaky old clutch-pedal hinge bushings along with the clutch spring that lashes to the outside of the pivot for the clutch master. Replaced the accelerator cable ('99 528i still uses cable). Much smoother! Re-adjusted the gas pedal stop. Disabled the clutch switch with PA Soft BMWScanner 1.4.0 and coded the windows to do one-touch down and manual up. Set the alarm to optical confirmation only, and the doors to all unlock with one press of the remote. Feels like I'm in a different car ....

[Jerinoid]

New Timing Chain tensioner into the M62/TU today @112k miles. Old one that came out was a rod - not a tensioner! No spring left whatsoever. No more sewing-machine rattle at cold starts - WoooHoo! Really was a piece of cake to do. Also put in some LED bright-white Angel Eyes - looks great. Next up - muffler delete.

[RuskiE39]

Washed her and took her on a spirited drive :) Starting to regret putting her up for sale, but I made a deal with myself... If no one buy hers by Bimmer Fest, I will keep her and S/C it.

Bimmerfest is the wifes and ours honeymoon, we're gonna drive all the way down from Oregon and do some sight seeing :)


http://i57.tinypic.com/28ja0df.jpg

http://i58.tinypic.com/14ih11e.jpg

[Arkum]

replaced all the 3.3mm vacuum hose with new 3.5mm silicone. Cleaned my spark plugs. Did my own trunk cubby mod thingy
http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=532642&stc=1

[Aryana]

That's a nice cubby

[Arkum]

Thanks! There's more pics in link below. $1.25 worth of bungee cord and 6 washers...

[IgotBMW]

[QUOTE=Djscottyc;28494395]
http://i1378.photobucket.com/albums/ah119/djscottyc2094/44D8E394-7C99-49A5-848C-18DF34E878F6_zpsg0bydsoz.jpg (http://s1378.photobucket.com/user/djscottyc2094/media/44D8E394-7C99-49A5-848C-18DF34E878F6_zpsg0bydsoz.jpg.html)

Is this Aspen Silver Metallic? I like the trim same color as the car. I'm looking to do the same for my car.

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http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=532642&stc=1
Nice.

[agentrnge]

Nice! I will be stealing this cubby idea.

[AquilaBMW]

Replaced the rear subframe on the 6 Speed M-Sport with a 3.15 Diff.

[jp5Touring]

Hand wash and a half quart of Mobil1 0-40 in quite a few miles.:)
Was getting the trim wrapped today but child is using the beater. next week appt.
http://i1053.photobucket.com/albums/s479/jp5touring/IMG_1282_zpsogzjye2t.jpg (http://s1053.photobucket.com/user/jp5touring/media/IMG_1282_zpsogzjye2t.jpg.html)

[AquilaBMW]

Finally mounted these wheels....

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1490.jpg

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1504.jpg

[blackknight530i]

Finally mounted these wheels....

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1490.jpg

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1504.jpg
Those look great on the touring.

[AusE39er]

replaced all the 3.3mm vacuum hose with new 3.5mm silicone. Cleaned my spark plugs. Did my own trunk cubby mod thingy
http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=532642&stc=1

Got any photos of those vacuumhoses you did?

Posted this entry in the wrong thread, here we go.

Found a puddle of coolant today and investigated. Looked like bleed screw on thermostat, but instead it is the actual neck where the bleed screw is screwed in. Watched the coolant slowlyyy collect at the neck, not the screw.

Car has got hot previously while bleeding the system (below red), so I guess that could of contributed to premature failure. Perhaps that and it being a VAICO part. Febi Bilstein next I think.

http://i.imgur.com/uva8ARO.jpg

[AquilaBMW]

Those look great on the touring.

Thanks! One more shot shall we ????

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1502.jpg

[dragracer440wed]

Thanks! One more shot shall we ????

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1502.jpg

Michael The Touring is looking awesome!! :thumbup:

[AquilaBMW]

Michael The Touring is looking awesome!! :thumbup:

Thanks Ezra! :)

[1gr8e39]

Dropped my valve covers off for a "technical graphite" gloss powdercoat. Here is the sample.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/682FF7A0-879B-4C87-97A0-C5274701F6C2_zpsraurihtg.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/682FF7A0-879B-4C87-97A0-C5274701F6C2_zpsraurihtg.jpg.html)
then I got my wheels from Varrstoen. ES2's in Matte black 19x9.5+20 and 19x10.5+22. Ordered 245/35/19 and 275/30/19 Continental Extreme Contact DW tires which are 3-4 biz days out.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2739_zpstqh5pfag.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2739_zpstqh5pfag.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2761_zpsmrkba69i.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2761_zpsmrkba69i.jpg.html)

[bmdubya1198]

Finally mounted these wheels....

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1490.jpg

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer050/IMG_1504.jpg
The car looks awesome! I can't believe that the bumpers will do. I really want some... my front bumper is scraped up pretty bad, anyway, so that one I know I'll be replacing eventually.

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Dropped my valve covers off for a "technical graphite" gloss powdercoat. Here is the sample.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/682FF7A0-879B-4C87-97A0-C5274701F6C2_zpsraurihtg.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/682FF7A0-879B-4C87-97A0-C5274701F6C2_zpsraurihtg.jpg.html)
then I got my wheels from Varrstoen. ES2's in Matte black 19x9.5+20 and 19x10.5+22. Ordered 245/35/19 and 275/30/19 Continental Extreme Contact DW tires which are 3-4 biz days out.
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2739_zpstqh5pfag.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2739_zpstqh5pfag.jpg.html)
http://i1375.photobucket.com/albums/ag452/chadmorehouse/IMG_2761_zpsmrkba69i.jpg (http://s1375.photobucket.com/user/chadmorehouse/media/IMG_2761_zpsmrkba69i.jpg.html)
That'll look good!

[Arkum]

Got any photos of those vacuumhoses you did?

Posted this entry in the wrong thread, here we go.

Found a puddle of coolant today and investigated. Looked like bleed screw on thermostat, but instead it is the actual neck where the bleed screw is screwed in. Watched the coolant slowlyyy collect at the neck, not the screw.

Car has got hot previously while bleeding the system (below red), so I guess that could of contributed to premature failure. Perhaps that and it being a VAICO part. Febi Bilstein next I think.

http://i.imgur.com/uva8ARO.jpg


Here's the info on the vacuum stuff I replaced:


on this realoem page I replaced numbers 8-12
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=11_2287&hg=11&fg=45
for the hoses I used silicone 3.5mm high temp line that I found on eBay. I bought like 3 meters just to make sure I had enough. You should have plenty if you get 2 meters though. Number 8 wasn't really necessary it was just $2 so I did it.

I did 1 and 6 from this page
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=11_2675&hg=11&fg=45
1 came with parts 2,3,&4 already attached.

I got 8,9,10 from this page. The diagram is really bad though
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=34_0547&hg=34&fg=27&hl=59
8 was still in good condition on my car so I left my old one on and saved the new one for later. 10 was the main thing I wanted since mine was collapsed and hard as a rock. Hose 10 connects to the "sucking jet pump" part 1 from the above diagram.

I hope this helps. To replace all of it probably took 1.5 hours

[Djscottyc]

that's sterling gray actually. sun was going down and that's why it probably looks silverish.

[carlova789]

Recently got some trunk stuff done too.
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h159/azt345/10572072_10153237907156678_3797163715449669490_o_z pscflhztmp.jpg (http://s63.photobucket.com/user/azt345/media/10572072_10153237907156678_3797163715449669490_o_z pscflhztmp.jpg.html)
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h159/azt345/11194501_10153237907121678_7513927040121458494_o_z pskxwmhbm3.jpg (http://s63.photobucket.com/user/azt345/media/11194501_10153237907121678_7513927040121458494_o_z pskxwmhbm3.jpg.html)
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h159/azt345/4D96E71E-2C36-4C28-BAFB-4D8CEDD8E09D_zpshpqvde5m.jpg (http://s63.photobucket.com/user/azt345/media/4D96E71E-2C36-4C28-BAFB-4D8CEDD8E09D_zpshpqvde5m.jpg.html)
Good cleaning
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h159/azt345/DSC_4479_zpselyoewv7.jpg (http://s63.photobucket.com/user/azt345/media/DSC_4479_zpselyoewv7.jpg.html)

[AusE39er]

Here's the info on the vacuum stuff I replaced:


on this realoem page I replaced numbers 8-12
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=11_2287&hg=11&fg=45
for the hoses I used silicone 3.5mm high temp line that I found on eBay. I bought like 3 meters just to make sure I had enough. You should have plenty if you get 2 meters though. Number 8 wasn't really necessary it was just $2 so I did it.

I did 1 and 6 from this page
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=11_2675&hg=11&fg=45
1 came with parts 2,3,&4 already attached.

I got 8,9,10 from this page. The diagram is really bad though
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DN51&mospid=47548&btnr=34_0547&hg=34&fg=27&hl=59
8 was still in good condition on my car so I left my old one on and saved the new one for later. 10 was the main thing I wanted since mine was collapsed and hard as a rock. Hose 10 connects to the "sucking jet pump" part 1 from the above diagram.

I hope this helps. To replace all of it probably took 1.5 hours

Thanks mate. Being an I6, bit different for me, but cheers for the information.

[senoralbo]

Thought about selling her..... Oh...the PaIn!!!!

[IgotBMW]

SOLD Nussbaum Auto Shifter/Center Console and piece above glove box for $100.

[yodude66]

Mechanic gave me a quick list of "needs to be done . . ." 2000 528i w/ 185,000
-rear suspension
-rear brakes rotors, etc.
-front control arms, etc.
-alignment
-whistling noise from the 5-speed tranny, on it's way out
-clutch while you're at it.

Went to two Walmarts to find Mobil 1 0w-40. Changed oil.

I love this car and it's going to run me mucho dinero if I decide to keep it.

[madhakish]

Washed, buffed, waxed, and took her out for a nice drive.. Still have a few very slow oil, steering, and coolant leaks to button up.. Few drops here and there only, but tired of the spots on the garage floor.

Got a vapor problem on passenger headlight I see as well.. :-|

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/c6496c8a67867654ced4b5188891077c.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/c6f7bdec17407e28e36bddf282150ad1.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/03/5d42ac178dbc00e29b98aa150419c197.jpg

[ImTheDevil]

Gave it a cleanup. Finally looking the way I like it. Also went out for a cruise. Just gotta clean up the carpet around the pedals but otherwise I'm happy with it.

http://i1188.photobucket.com/albums/z420/AF_Devil/53BF939B-D9C9-4241-8867-67BAC2CFAF41.jpg

http://i1188.photobucket.com/albums/z420/AF_Devil/394D2033-8509-42DD-974D-838804E6B5D9.jpg

http://i1188.photobucket.com/albums/z420/AF_Devil/753223F4-36B4-41E7-A535-1DB3564E2E82.jpg

[agentrnge]

Dropped the rear another 3/4" after learning a bit more about spring preload. Nearly no pre-load now, so more travel for drops and pot holes. First impressions are that Bilstein PSS can be really comfortable on an e39.

[pkoz]

First ever tune up completed. I was suspicious of a VCG leak and finding oil in the 5th cyl spark plug well pretty much confirmed it. Looks like next weekend's job

[Cereal]

Finished up my bilstein hd installation, tie rod ends, lower control arms, wheel bearings, and new pads and rotors. Driving nice and smooth now and will get it aligned tomorrow

[ImTheDevil]

When I joined up, people said VC leaks were common. So far so good after 14 months of ownership but I have a set in the garage for when, rather than if, the leaks start.

[RuskiE39]

Do vcg just leak oil or can they cause vacuum leak sounds? Just curious.

[commonsenseman]

New serpentine belt, tensioner & idler pulley. Hopefully new front bumper cover later this week.

[BMW FNG]

Parts ordered.....

Clutch kit
Magnaflow exhaust manifolds/cats
Magnaflow Exhaust
Misc gaskets for maintenance

Let the party begin... as soon as I return form vacation!

[E39540V8]

The plastic screw holding my toolkit up broke :(

[1gr8e39]

Do vcg just leak oil or can they cause vacuum leak sounds? Just curious.
The vacuum line under the I6 intake manifold can crack then cause on throttle whistle and SES light with a "engine too lien" code which will also intermittently shut itself off too.

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The plastic screw holding my toolkit up broke :(
Sucker..... LOL

[RuskiE39]

Which vacuum line under the IM? I wasent aware of any...

[ImTheDevil]

The plastic screw holding my toolkit up broke :(

Happened to mine too

[Aryana]

Do vcg just leak oil or can they cause vacuum leak sounds? Just curious.

The whole engine is under vacuum from the CCV system and if the valve cover gasket is not sealed, it can introduce a vacuum leak.

[AquilaBMW]

Drove it for the first time...

http://i717.photobucket.com/albums/ww171/ElaineBeemer/ElaineBeemer054/IMG_1547.jpg

[E39540V8]

Did you fix it?

[AquilaBMW]

Did you fix it?

Yeah.... car is a 6 Speed. Got it with a busted rear differential. Replaced the rear subframe with one that has a 3.15 diff.

[1gr8e39]

We will call your wheels Style 34.5!!!! Half 32/ Half 37= 34.5 LOL

[nikatkimber]

We will call your wheels Style 34.5!!!! Half 32/ Half 37= 34.5 LOL

I'd say it's a Style 45.75, since the other side has Style 48 and 66 wheels.

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Was just thinking, if you swapped the Style48 for a Style19, you'd have every factory Sport wheel represented on one car!

[mayaestianti]

i will install angel eye rings and k&n air filter (oem type) next week.

lets get this started. :D
I looked at it, and remembered it had almost no gas.
http://aaswall.cf/1/o.png

[RuskiE39]

Raised her a few MM for better clearance.

[E39540V8]

Happened to mine too

Did you fix this issue?

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Yeah.... car is a 6 Speed. Got it with a busted rear differential. Replaced the rear subframe with one that has a 3.15 diff.

Sorry I was trying to quote my toolbox issue. If I had access to parts like you do, mine wouldn't look like such a shitbox lol, looks nice :)

[ImTheDevil]

Did you fix it?

Picking up a new one today at the dealership after work.

[Houseboater]

Bought one to part out. Look in the classifieds if you need something!

[AquilaBMW]

We will call your wheels Style 34.5!!!! Half 32/ Half 37= 34.5 LOL

HA HA HA! I just saw this. Funny man!


I'd say it's a Style 45.75, since the other side has Style 48 and 66 wheels.

Was just thinking, if you swapped the Style48 for a Style19, you'd have every factory Sport wheel represented on one car!

I used to have Style 19's.... that could have been a fun project :D LOL!


Did you fix this issue?

Sorry I was trying to quote my toolbox issue. If I had access to parts like you do, mine wouldn't look like such a shitbox lol, looks nice :)

No worries man. Car kinda looks like a tard at the moment. Maybe I should clean it up - at the moment the White DINAN 5 is looking more attractive to me. :dunno

[SixSpeedManual]

Car was hit and no one left a note.

Anyway, getting a new bumper cover put on, the old one is prob repairable if you support it from the back, bind it together and have the front refinished. If anyone in Houston wants it for FREE it's yours. First come first serve.

2003 540i M sport front bumper

For some reason it's not letting me put a picture of the damage up.

[Aryana]

Car was hit and no one left a note.

Anyway, getting a new bumper cover put on, the old one is prob repairable if you support it from the back, bind it together and have the front refinished. If anyone in Houston wants it for FREE it's yours. First come first serve.

2003 540i M sport front bumper

For some reason it's not letting me put a picture of the damage up.

Is it an OE BMW front bumper? If so, that's like gold and most likely easily repairable as long as there aren't any big pieces missing.

[jayster0966]

Got the roof painted black and added the roof spoiler on on my project cars.

[SixSpeedManual]

Is it an OE BMW front bumper? If so, that's like gold and most likely easily repairable as long as there aren't any big pieces missing.

Yes OE ok so maybe I should sell my gold to pay my deductible.

[tinius]

Fedex delivered my replacement M-Tech front bumper cover wrapped like a mummy. I want to pull and prep my side door and fender trim and have it painted at the same time - I just can't keep the black looking black with anything else.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7736/17204575257_35e64537f3_o_d.jpg

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8704/17411646461_54c6997832_o_d.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7741/17411645761_0eb8d3fa4e_o_d.jpg

I broke the original on a driveway. It split from the fog light up to the top and broke the trim strip.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5467/16791768063_682a86f3f7_o_d.jpg

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5327/17411650761_7be1b46d52_o_d.jpg

Regards,

[MarlberCruz]

Disconnected the battery to see if this "hard downshift" thing would reset. Thought it might have something to do with the jumpstart I gave someone a week ago. Not really sure what else it could be. Has anyone else experienced this? Any threads out there on this?

[freethrowdunk]

I need a tripod.

Anyway, installed some new interior bits:

http://i.imgur.com/OD1SKtU.jpg

[ImTheDevil]

Decided to replace my seat switch with one I pulled from a salvage yard since my driver seatback recline feature doesn't work (thankfully it was positioned right when I got the car). Either the replacement switch is also bad for that feature, I have a dead seat motor, or the cables are jammed in the mechanism, because the replacement switch didn't work either.

[vien]

did a clutch delay valve delete, best thing ever next to the 645i ssk.....

[MarlberCruz]

Car went into transmission safe mode, its been dropping the last gear HARD, and it hesitates to engage when I accelerate. Only seems to do this when the car is warm. So I brought it to the dealership to see what my problem is.

[bimmerfiver]

Ordered OEM Hella headlights as at 199K, my headlights are whipped.
Installing Lemforder upper and lower control arms for the front today.
Will align car as well.
Replacing fog lights.
Changing oil to 5w40 for warm weather.
Replacing rear diff fluid, Redline 75/90.
Gummi Fledge all door seals for squeaks.

[rede39]

Fiberglass moulding for the fenders going to prep for Carbon Fiber. Fiber glass weighs in at 3lbs each. CF should add another lbs or two. Original weight is about 37.5 lbs/fender so about 80% weight reduction. Total ~60lbs shaved up front :redspot


http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=533994&stc=1

[Houseboater]

Getting ready for summer...convertible