What did u do to your E39 today?

[ganzibye]

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

lets get this started. :D

[Gumbi4u]

I looked at it. Then jumped in to my Jeep Grand Cherokee and drove off.

[Skwisgaar]

I washed it. And I put gas in it.

[amancuso]

Today, nothing, last week, Installed power rear sunshades, rear fogs, and heated seats.

[razzy530]

Kissed her in the morning and took off in my X5 4.4i to the office!!
That X5 is one BEAST!! BTW

[ganzibye]

Kissed her in the morning and took off in my X5 4.4i to the office!!
That X5 is one BEAST!! BTW
i agree with you.my dad used to own a x5 4.4i and that car is a beast,powerful engine and awd.

[FknNice]

Reparked her...alternate side due to street cleaning...sigh...living near the city FTL =[

[Dominican]

called the shop where it was towed to, will be getting it towed back home to put her broken face under a tarp for the winter.

*sigh*

[convng]

Gave the keys to the wife, as I took her rental to work (gay Focus). Getting her timing belt and water pump replaced on the Audi. She needed my car because it had the car seat in there. Don't worry during lunch I will go and get my car back.

[02540ico]

Nothing. She's stuck in the garage behind a 2ft snowdrift. Another 4-8" today along with 25-40mph winds. Probably be a 4ft drift by tonight. :mad
Don't think she'll see pavement again until late Sat, maybe Sunday. So for a few days the K2500 Sub gets to have some fun, while my wallet screams in pain getting 11-12mpg driving 55 miles a day. :stickoutt
Should have new upstream O2 sensors delivered to install this weekend. New timing chain tensioner next month, more preventive maintenance each month after that.

[volodka1985]

I looked at it and said a bunch of very bad words cause my T stat housing started leaking right on the week of the local e39 meet. than drove my VR6.

[SpeedsterBek]

I looked at it, and remembered it had almost no gas.
So I said bye bye You thirsty money pit, and drove off in my E34.

[jdjg]

this weekend install my new KYB front struts mounts and change this hose (the entire kit)
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/diagrams/b/i/46.png

[Eric Giles]

Well it was yesterday, but I replaced the right rear window regulator and the large underbody panel on the drivers side on the M5-then it got a much deserved bath and some rock chip touch-up.

[filon102]

for the past 2 days im trying to put new headlights on her and still aint finnished, but all most done with it

+

she been on jack stands for the past 5 days because one of the stabilizers broke and i wont get my parts till tomorrow... bumer... so im driving a 1991 toyota previa... fudge

[doc540]

turned off the traction control and got it crossed up real good on a damp, early morning street:buttrock

[95325i]

Pulled the leaves off the car that's about it. She is waiting for a new water pump. I am thinking about washing it today we see.

[Doru]

What I did yesterday and the day before yesterday and every day for the last 3 years: drive her.

[champaign777]

well here is some staff which i did recently :
oil , filter, ATF oil, new thrust arm bushing ,new right low arm ,new rear wishbons,new real stabilizers ,new plugs , fuel filter, new K&N filter , new tranny / engine mounts ! and yes dents repair
and this still pending :
BBS 42 wheels repair, balancing and alignment, scratches repair/ body wax ( wait for a nice weather ) , 4Pc spoiler ?
^ LOL ^

[Jason5driver]

I looked at it, and remembered it had almost no gas.
So I said bye bye You thirsty money pit, and drove off in my E34.


LOL!
Awesome! ^^^


It was raining this morning...
As I took my son to school, and me to work, I would spin the tires at every stop...
I might try some power sliding...
:)
LOL!

[Fiziks]

Have not even seen my car for 4 days. Sitting in the dorm parking garage.

[leebog]

4 wheel alignment
Gas

[NCroadracer]

I looked at mine nice n clean just sittin in my garage.. from yesterdays wash.. Jumped in my truck and left for work...

It's up for grabs BTW.. in the F/S section.. I want something stock and quiet for my long commutes if ya know anyone lookin to buy/trade..

[camoore]

pegged 5500 rpm's smoking a mustang in a duel.....fun!

[Envious]

Still looking at pictures since I can't pick her up until Saturday.

[colombobeat]

made a strong commitment to buying valve cover gasket and plugs before the weather gets nasty. There was a slight oil leak and now i can smell it in the cabin.

I will remove leaves from the cabin-air-intakes and wash it today....i'll first have to dig the car out from under all those DAMN leaves!

[f355spider]

Installed an "eject box" for my BlackBerry Pearl for the arm rest. Now I can charge my phone while using the factory Bluetooth. Before I had the cig lighter adapter and cord and if I took a corner too fast the thing would fly around...not cool. Should have bought this ages ago! :)

[brandon5069]

wait for its transmission to be rebuilt...:(

[crdiscoverer]

Replaced the intake boot, then put some gas and checked the tire pressure... all while remembering I don't like riding a car full of scratches and a falling bumper :(

[Stopbreakindown]

Had to re-install my M5 sport steering wheel. The guy I purchased it from failed to tell me it was missing a couple of screws and springs to prevent it from honking every time I went over a bump. :lulz

Works great now and is perfectly aligned.

[BimmerBreaker]

Installed new battery

[Jason5driver]

wait for its transmission to be rebuilt...:(


What's the update on that?

[cdb3113]

Thought about her a lot. I saw her in the morning, but she stayed in bed all day. The 4runner took me to work. I thought about the broken bumper and which one should replace it... how much it will cost... how much I want headers, and how much I want to build up the engine. Then I thought about how dirty she is, and considered bathing her. She likes when I touch her all over.

:D

[silverE39]

Bought a set of Dunlops Direzza Star Spec Z1s

235/40 f
265/35 r

[Jason5driver]

Bought a set of Dunlops Direzza Star Spec Z1s

235/40 f
265/35 r


I am soooo envious!
:)
I can't buy tires, because the snow is coming...
Plus, I have no money...
:(

[newton22]

Got her very dirty. She's a legit daily driver. I fell asleep in it the other day because I was so sleep deprived at work.

She needs a wash, but meh, I like her dirty sometimes.

[Gumbi4u]

made a strong commitment to buying valve cover gasket and plugs before the weather gets nasty. There was a slight oil leak and now i can smell it in the cabin.

I will remove leaves from the cabin-air-intakes and wash it today....i'll first have to dig the car out from under all those DAMN leaves!

Strong commitment? I wonder what sort of ritual you go through to get a car or home.

[Dude14]

Just sitting in the garage waiting for the rain to stop.

[rrcompton]

Just sitting in the garage waiting for the rain to stop.


Same here....man its pouring in Spring!

[LBCD]

took her to Allstate for an inspection due to an idiot backing in to me while sitting in traffic.

[gtxragtop]

Drove it 34 miles to work one way, then back home. I do this 5 times a week.

[chiefwej]

Just finished my once a year full (three day) detail job. Stripped all old wax, clay bar, paint touch-ups, buff and polish, followed by 3 coats of Zaino Z-5 and 3 of Z-2. Then I did an interior detail using Leatherique on leather and cleaned and detailed the engine compartment. Ready for a car show on Saturday.

Here is pict of engine bay.

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n176/chiefwej/car%20picts/100_1321.jpg


Here is one picture from last year's show.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n176/chiefwej/car%20picts/DSC_8593EDIT-1.jpg


Other picts by request.

[rrcompton]

Here is pict of engine bay.

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n176/chiefwej/car%20picts/100_1321.jpg





http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r34/rrcompton/Misc/homerdrooling.gif

[brandon5069]

the chief is always doing things right...

to be old and wise......

[RXWLLMSS]

the chief is always doing things right...

to be old and wise......
+1

I drove mine to the shop, oh wait, it wasn't broken I just work there. SUUUUUUUUUUX

[WhatsBFc]

i accidently tailwhipped it in a parking structure cause the floor is slippery :rofl1

[BimmerBreaker]

^ lol im always afraid of that at the parking garage i park my car in... my tires are always chirping and i just have no grip at all

chief, ill be down in tucson this weekend. i really wanna see that clean engine bay! i think my buddy knows the car show you must be talking about, hes a VW guy so if its a euro meet i think i will see you there :)

[PavelK313]

Put my euro plate on, checked coolant level, checked oil level, drove 347 miles, came back home, kissed roundel on steering wheel and said "Good night beautiful...".

[chiefwej]

^ lol im always afraid of that at the parking garage i park my car in... my tires are always chirping and i just have no grip at all

chief, ill be down in tucson this weekend. i really wanna see that clean engine bay! i think my buddy knows the car show you must be talking about, hes a VW guy so if its a euro meet i think i will see you there :)

I'm doing the Tucson Police Foundation's show "Cops and Rodders". It's all day Saturday at Hi Corbet Field. FREE ENTRY!! There will be hundreds of cars of all kinds. Hot Rods, military, police, antique, foreign, etc. It's a great show. Hope to see you there.

[ganzibye]

my k&n air filter oem style came in today and i am going to install it as soon as i get home from work this evening. :D :lol
next weeks' project will be install angel eye rings, smoked sider markers.

[Doru]

wait for its transmission to be rebuilt...:(

What happened? No reverse issue? Or lifetime fill?

[ganzibye]

Just finished my once a year full (three day) detail job. Stripped all old wax, clay bar, paint touch-ups, buff and polish, followed by 3 coats of Zaino Z-5 and 3 of Z-2. Then I did an interior detail using Leatherique on leather and cleaned and detailed the engine compartment. Ready for a car show on Saturday.

Here is pict of engine bay.

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n176/chiefwej/car%20picts/100_1321.jpg


Here is one picture from last year's show.



Other picts by request.

your engine bay is so sexy not only because the v8 engine but super clean too. :D i wish i have time to detail my bimmer.

[f355spider]

Today, new timing chain tensioner, and new air pump valve (trying to protect the air pump from potential failure). Oh, and new door lock actuator for right front passenger door.

[irelandoffline]

Bad : I put about 20 litres of water in the radiator to keep it from overheating, and it's still overheating. I have to work on it tomorrow... :(

Good : Cruising on the motorway at night, 90mph, stereo pumping :)

[rrcompton]

Finally got my headlights put back on a few mins. ago.

Got the old Hella projectors swapped out for some SC430 projectors w/ S2000 clear lens. :drool:

[jfmartin25]

Today I changed the thermostat and upgraded to the BavAuto aluminum housing...and while we were in there decided to go ahead and change the belts too. Turned out to be pretty good thinking because the old belts that we took off were cracking apart in my hand when I inspected them!

[Johnny Kim]

changed my CCV/oil seperator in my 540i6 :)

[JackEatsEmoKids]

Polished my wheels and ordered a set of coilovers.

[IndiansFan]

Yesterday I bought my second E39, a 2001 530iA for my wife, and tomorrow we pick it up.

[refatb]

i changed my Viscous Clutch Fan

[ganzibye]

installed the oem sytle k&n air filter (brand new) but have not got a chance to test drive it yet because i am too lazy to get her out of garage.i will post the result tomorrow but the old air filter was really dirty

[Musicman132]

I changed my radiator hose. :)

[Jo@EuroDyne]

I cursed at it...thinking why the hell my trunk gate and hood aren't installed yet...

[MA3HOK]

i cleaned my MAF and checked if the plugs were in tight...which they were, but it seems like my valve covers are leaking oil...crap...and i changed the oil and sway bar end links last night...will repaint the rear bumper tomorrow...:buttrock

there, you have it all!

[Jo@EuroDyne]

wait for its transmission to be rebuilt...:(

Oh NO!!!! What happened B???

[RDR-EURO]

Installed new engine and transmission mounts a couple days ago and today replace the power steering hose. :)

[cdb3113]

drove it moderately hard... she's been in the garage all week and had to stretch a little. more tomorrow. :D

[demas]

washed, clayed, glazed, sealed and applied gummi-pflege to rubber seals and weather strips:buttrock

[kakalika]

Removed cluster and sent it to VDO Repair for pixel repair.

http://img300.imageshack.us/img300/8884/dsc0034vr.jpg (http://img300.imageshack.us/i/dsc0034vr.jpg/)





http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/4821/dsc0035k.jpg (http://img263.imageshack.us/i/dsc0035k.jpg/)

[jfmartin25]

Changed my fuel filter this morning!

[Cantesanu]

Yesterday I replaced the defective thermostat, new WP and belts, also flushed the cooling system while at it. Today I just enjoyed a nice driving car. :-)

[Vatoman]

Took her to get all cleaned up

[FP5241]

J..b... weld.... :shifty

[jabdelja]

Bought the 3m headlight restoration kit that fits onto a hand drill, simply amazing product. Also replaced tranny filter and fluid, all my gears are like butter now except for number 3, most likely need a new tranny. Installed new Tranny and Motor Mounts. Also replaced a ignition pack. Tomorrow im fixing my RCA cables.

[carjoe]

Drove the piss out of it and made room in the garage to keep late night halloweenies from egging it. You know, since I yelled at a bunch of kids to stay off my grass...

[ganzibye]

my angel eye rings arrived today.i am planning to install it tomorrow

[rrcompton]

TODAY =

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r34/rrcompton/IMG_3876.jpg


Guess Im getting new tires. :evil2

[ganzibye]

TODAY =




Guess Im getting new tires. :evil2
ouch .that hurts.sorry to hear that

[flyhalf]

I don't own one.... yet. However, I test drove two '99 540i/6 and one '00 540i/6 this week. The '99's drove well but the '00 was outstanding! Too bad it is $3k more than the '99's.

[ganzibye]

i drove my bimmer to work today,runs and drives so smooth with the brand new k&n air filter (oem style),i love it.

[gm1160]

Had belts and sway bars installed. (going to pick up in a few)

[THRESHE]

Had a short shifter installed. Now it feels more like a racing car :)

[bmw440]

Gonna balance the wheels, just came from atlantic city and now i feel a little shimmy when cruising around 60mph.

[ganzibye]

i installed a blue and white carbon fiber hood emblem.it looks sharp.i like it
i was suppose to install angel eye rings a couple days ago,but i was too busy and was working around the house.hopefully i can get it done before this weekend as i can get the headlight plastic adjusters replaced too. :D

[BKphoto]

broke a rear window regulator....AWESOME

[champaign777]

working on my refinished wheels

http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww95/champaign777/BLACK_BMW/P1013393.jpg?t=1257449917

[ganzibye]

working on my refinished wheels


oh wow.the rim looks really sharp.how did u do it? polished?i have been thinking of getting my rims reconditioned. how much did u pay to get it reconditioned? i am very interested.:)

[530ibimmin]

Fueled up after driving 382 miles on the last tank (not bad), found out that it's leaking oil (ouch), put a quart of oil in it, and admired my personal plates, -530IBMN- (530i bimmin).

[Rini 528i]

This week: New Plugs, Oil filter housing gasket, belts, pulleys, Tensioners, Oil change, fuel filter, new power steering clamps, cabin filters, air filter, Plasti dip shadow lined the lower trim. Next week: Trans fluid and filter change. Maybe Plasti dip window trim!

She’s like a new car! Just turned 150,000 last night and still pulling strong.

[Lance White]

Just bought a 1997 528i this week that was a repo from one of our car-lot customers (I work at an independent German shop). It came in with a busted radiator - detail shop busted the plastic neck on the radiator, I fixed it and bought it from them. At any rate, I ordered all the lower parts of the front suspension this week (thrust arms, control arms, and tie rods), pass side window regulator, new radiator shroud, belt tensioners, drive belts, p/s fluid reservoir, and a new emblem for the trunk. Hopefully, all will be in tomorrow so I can knock it all out one afternoon this weekend. I pulled it into the shop this afternoon and gave it a synthetic oil change, replaced a brake light bulb in the rear,and fixed the broken spring in the trunk latch that was keeping my trunk from latching.

[E32BlkDemon]

Sold mine yesterday :(:(:(

[ganzibye]

Sold mine yesterday :(:(:(
what happened?

[wthensler]

Rear suspension - new ball joints, rear upper control arms.
Front suspension - tie rods

Next week - front thrust rods, tires....235k miles....

[E32BlkDemon]

what happened?

Leaking head gasket, tranny was going, and other misc. things. :(
She drove fine and well up until the problems, but she went to another enthusiast on the board (bawareca). :)

But, I'm still sad :(

[gjVah]

This :

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?p=17836758#post17836758

[Vatoman]

bought some so so speakers for the doors and the rear, found a pricing error at BB listed at 54 got them for 20! Plan on mounting the rears tomorrow maybe the doors Saturday. Pioneer ts-g1343r they will actually fit too, for that price though im happy. Adios to the paper cone speakers.

[Dat Aus]

took it into the panel beaters to get the damage repaired where some silly bitch reversed into it

[xaxis360]

installed and coded new gauge cluster
installed new rear brake pads
performed CDV delete
flushed brake/clutch fluid
flushed coolant
changed oil
changed MTF
changed diff fluid
detailed engine bay
installed X5 CD/MP3 Player
replaced faulty rear PDC sensor
turned DRL's on, drive away locking on, selective unlocking on, increased rear PDC volume to level 4
updated DME software to latest available version for M54TU
installed weighted ZHP shift knob
"installed" a BMW license plate frame
"installed" a BMW ice scraper (threw it in my trunk)
installed new PWG module (fixes sticky/notchy pedal problem)
performed headlight restoration
replaced spark plugs
valve cover gasket job
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[ganzibye]

installed and coded new gauge cluster
installed new rear brake pads
performed CDV delete
flushed brake/clutch fluid
flushed coolant
changed oil
changed MTF
changed diff fluid
detailed engine bay
installed X5 CD/MP3 Player
replaced faulty rear PDC sensor
turned DRL's on, drive away locking on, selective unlocking on, increased rear PDC volume to level 4
updated DME software to latest available version for M54TU
installed weighted ZHP shift knob
"installed" a BMW license plate frame
"installed" a BMW ice scraper (threw it in my trunk)
installed new PWG module (fixes sticky/notchy pedal problem)
performed headlight restoration
replaced spark plugs
valve cover gasket job
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wow.thats a lot of work for a day. :D :eek:

[gjVah]

installed and coded new gauge cluster
installed new rear brake pads
performed CDV delete
flushed brake/clutch fluid
flushed coolant
changed oil
changed MTF
changed diff fluid
detailed engine bay
installed X5 CD/MP3 Player
replaced faulty rear PDC sensor
turned DRL's on, drive away locking on, selective unlocking on, increased rear PDC volume to level 4
updated DME software to latest available version for M54TU
installed weighted ZHP shift knob
"installed" a BMW license plate frame
"installed" a BMW ice scraper (threw it in my trunk)
installed new PWG module (fixes sticky/notchy pedal problem)
performed headlight restoration
replaced spark plugs
valve cover gasket job
collapsed


u r my hero

[ganzibye]

i installed carbon fiber hood emblem .gorgeous and smoked side markers instead of white.i prefer smoked.

[Eric Giles]

installed and coded new gauge cluster
installed new rear brake pads
performed CDV delete
flushed brake/clutch fluid
flushed coolant
changed oil
changed MTF
changed diff fluid
detailed engine bay
installed X5 CD/MP3 Player
replaced faulty rear PDC sensor
turned DRL's on, drive away locking on, selective unlocking on, increased rear PDC volume to level 4
updated DME software to latest available version for M54TU
installed weighted ZHP shift knob
"installed" a BMW license plate frame
"installed" a BMW ice scraper (threw it in my trunk)
installed new PWG module (fixes sticky/notchy pedal problem)
performed headlight restoration
replaced spark plugs
valve cover gasket job
collapsed


Very busy day you had...I take it that you have a GT1 interface to be able to do all the coding?

[MarkStratford]

I washed it at "The Glo Carwash"- had to get the mag chloride off from our snowstorm last week.
http://gallery.me.com/zipmark19/100028

[Richter12x2]

I sat in the dealership for 5 hours while I waited for them to install hub rings for the 50mph shaking. I asked if they checked the control arms and they kinda blew me off. So I've got a new 335 coupe loaner while they figure it out. :P It's nice, but I still wish I had my 5. It DOES make me want to upgrade to navigation with the voice module though.

[Dude14]

Change oil and filter. Top off power steering reservoir. Peeled off Plasti-Dip on kidneys. Changed spark plugs. The plugs were original and very difficult to get out. Thank God for WD-40. Getting ready for a road trip to Texas Motor Speedway....

[jbro1988]

I ordered a new FSU last night to fix the battery draw issue I have been having for the past week, will be replacing that tmrw hopefully. Would have had no idea where to start diagnosing if it werent for BFC, hadn't even occured to me that the heater blower resistor could be causing a 6.5amp draw with the ignition off and all lights off!!! anyways, hopfully this is teh only issue so I don't have to constantly worry if my car is going to start. :lol

[ganzibye]

nice guys..keep this post going....

[snosk8luke]

Wiped the brake dust off the fronts and gave her some gas. That's it.

[tmpecus]

It's gonna be nice and sunny for a few days so I just gave her a nice wash, topped off my washer fluid and some gas on my way back to work.

[champaign777]

oh wow.the rim looks really sharp.how did u do it? polished?i have been thinking of getting my rims reconditioned. how much did u pay to get it reconditioned? i am very interested.:)

this thread will give you more details about 42 Style

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1307367

[jnyost]

Nothing, and she need some good loving. Needs a bath bad, needs the wheels cleaned, etc....

[bmtouring]

I put down the rear seats, added another boot protector and two old blankets.

and filled it with 2 cubic metres of firewood.......

automatic levelling system clearly still works :)

but as I have the (beta) cp600bmw (cd changer replacement by an SD card reader) I got used to playing my music loud and zapping a lot (it's fast). So I almost forgot that I have a bit of weight behind my back (touring) and it was rainy....:


well, antiskid electronics still work fine too!!! :) :) :)

and then I cleaned the interior. Little dirt from the wood, but the last holiday (yeah autobahn!!) left some trails......

[silverE39]

Just picked up Valentine One Radar. Will hardwired it when I get the direct-wire adapter.

[JD8052]

Took it to school earlier, engine compartment's too hot, waiting for engine to cool to check oil pressure switch (light on dash is flickering at low idle).

[40kalkillah]

Spent 8 hrs at the dealership today (just like being at work) for FSU, power steering leak, value cover gaskets, and fuel sender unit.

Notice something strange though...they parked every other cars under service overhang, but they parked mine on the other side (not visible) for some reason. Seems some bastard broke my Oakley's. I mean completely crushed them just lying on the floor in the back, at least they filled my tank though.

[washburn33]

Installed Continental DWS tires

[filon102]

Got her ready for winter

-clean the interior (vacuum the carpets, clean the seats, wash the windows with windex lol)
-cleaned the engine bay
-gave her a nice wash
-got 2 new shoes for winter
-checked all fluids
-added air to tires

now... im just waiting.... winter is coming up need to strap in some cash for emergency, upgrades in spring :)

[Seattlefan540iA]

First post here! I picked up the car today from the used car dealership! Wish I had pictures to share but the wife stole it and took it to work already!

[needed m power]

washed her, changed the water pump, water pump pulley, belts and the fan now to fix the exhaust leak what to do.....?

[Lance White]

Just bought a 1997 528i this week that was a repo from one of our car-lot customers (I work at an independent German shop). It came in with a busted radiator - detail shop busted the plastic neck on the radiator, I fixed it and bought it from them. At any rate, I ordered all the lower parts of the front suspension this week (thrust arms, control arms, and tie rods), pass side window regulator, new radiator shroud, belt tensioners, drive belts, p/s fluid reservoir, and a new emblem for the trunk. Hopefully, all will be in tomorrow so I can knock it all out one afternoon this weekend. I pulled it into the shop this afternoon and gave it a synthetic oil change, replaced a brake light bulb in the rear,and fixed the broken spring in the trunk latch that was keeping my trunk from latching.

Replace the main drive belt tensioner, idler pulley, drive belt and put a new radiator shroud on. Pulled my underneath covers so I can do tie rods, thrust arms, and LCA's this weekend. Took all of 45 minutes to do.

[andyffer]

looked at the part numbers on stuff on order such as..

rear right door
right rear quarter panel
wheelhousing
quite a few other parts

aka.. $4722.34

[rufryder]

Got my FSU in the mail yesterday.... got home from work and was excited to see the shipment at the front door waiting. Replaced the FSU in the garage and hopefully the battery drainage issue is resolved (which I am pretty certain it may have). Changed the angel eye bulb (which I had been ignoring it for some time as well). ..... maybe today a bit of cleaning.

[demas]

washed and applied sealant on top of the coat I applied last week and sprayed the seats with Pristine Clean.

going to buy some goodridge ss brake lines and OEM brembo rotors on-line later tonight.

[ganzibye]

washed and applied sealant on top of the coat I applied last week and sprayed the seats with Pristine Clean.

going to buy some goodridge ss brake lines and OEM brembo rotors on-line later tonight.
i was thinking about ss brake lines too.maybe i will get them before the end of the year.i used to have ss brake lines on every of my previous cars.i love the firmer brake feedback. :buttrock

[chriswhitworth]

Had my lot tech wash it for me. Put some gas in it. Off to Arches National Park tomorrow with the road bikes for a pedal in un-seasonably warm fall weather. Might post some shots after we get back.

[legitsnowe39]

today i spent 5 hours rearranging my subwoofer and amplifiers in my trunk, and cutting through the thin metal of where the ski-pass should be opened but is not. Well now its done, and my sub is pointed right through the hole and my amps mounted to each side, id just like to say this is one of the best mods ive ever done and it was fairly easy. I can turn the gain down on the headunit on the sub much more, yet have more bass in the cabin :). Also everything in the trunk is tucked in the back it gives me an idea to put in some carpet to "hide it all" and have a functionable trunk.

My friend got quite a surprise when i told him to open the armrest in the back and a sub was sticking right in his face. Definitely was a good day with the e39. except it needs a wash :shifty

[hedshovel]

I washed her and then removed the ccv valve, I got a new one on order with all the seals and gaskets, can't wait to see how she will idle now!

[Owenv]

added an aux in by doing the DIY with a computer cable. then i ran the input jack into my center ash tray. now I'm pleased to say my car no longer has more ash trays than cup holders.

[xbomber]

today i spent 5 hours rearranging my subwoofer and amplifiers in my trunk, and cutting through the thin metal of where the ski-pass should be opened but is not. Well now its done, and my sub is pointed right through the hole and my amps mounted to each side, id just like to say this is one of the best mods ive ever done and it was fairly easy. I can turn the gain down on the headunit on the sub much more, yet have more bass in the cabin :). Also everything in the trunk is tucked in the back it gives me an idea to put in some carpet to "hide it all" and have a functionable trunk.

My friend got quite a surprise when i told him to open the armrest in the back and a sub was sticking right in his face. Definitely was a good day with the e39. except it needs a wash :shifty
A sub through the ski pass is the best thing ever... I just installed this and it sounds amazing. Highly recommended!

:buttrock

[1BADBM]

Spent a few hours in the cold changing my radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan switch and hoses.... havent driven her in a month and damn i missed her!!!!!

[tmpecus]

Applied a coat of SwirlX, gave her a nice pre-winter wax, cleaned under the hood and then washed and cleaned my wheels.

[madmonda]

Halfway fixed the sunroof. When closing, it would hit the deflector and re-open a bit. I've been using a string tied onto the deflector for a couple months. I adjusted the little tabs that ride on the deflector arms. Worked flawlessly! I was putting things back together, but I ran outta sunlight and the mosquitoes came out in full force!

[Fiziks]

rewired them fog lights, those bitches won't ever come undone again.

[legitsnowe39]

A sub through the ski pass is the best thing ever... I just installed this and it sounds amazing. Highly recommended!

:buttrock

+1000, nice pic, just how mine looks except yours seems a little close.. wont the sub hit the metal :shifty. i have to put mine like 5 inches back it goes out so far when im playing it loud. anyways looks good, definitely a sweet mod.:lol

[xbomber]

+1000, nice pic, just how mine looks except yours seems a little close.. wont the sub hit the metal :shifty. i have to put mine like 5 inches back it goes out so far when im playing it loud. anyways looks good, definitely a sweet mod.:lol
Mine is still about 1-2 inches away from the seat. It's a 15" sub and it was a tight fit, but well worth it!

[544iAe39]

Ordered myself some B&G springs and now waiting for them to arrive. :)

[ganzibye]

i bought a set of oem rubber floor mats,and a weighted ZHP shift knob,added homelink garage opener and panel,replaced cassette player with cd player. :redspot
a lot of work.but totaly worth it. :redspot

[tmpecus]

i bought a set of oem rubber floor mats,and a weighted ZHP shift knob,added homelink garage opener and panel,replaced cassette player with cd player. :redspot
a lot of work.but totaly worth it. :redspot

I need to get a set of these soon. Where you order them from and cost?

[1st Time Five]

I spilled a bourbon drink in it...kicked it a few times (hvac fan sticking needs to be spurred once in a while)

Washed it, changed the oil, swore at it, convinced my self to sell it it then I decided not to....

tomorrow is another day...

[andyffer]

I spilled a bourbon drink in it...kicked it a few times (hvac fan sticking needs to be spurred once in a while)

Washed it, changed the oil, swore at it, convinced my self to sell it it then I decided not to....

tomorrow is another day...

:buttrock

[ganzibye]

I need to get a set of these soon. Where you order them from and cost?
i ordered them from my local bimmer dealership...i cant remember how much that is because i also ordered some other parts.but i think they are around like $100

i installed homelink system and thank god my e39 is pre-wired and took me about 40 mins programed it.the buttons are illuminated.i love it and i also install winter rubber floor mats. i will install single disc cd player as soon as the harness adapter arrived.i will keep u guys posted. :buttrock
p.s homelinke will not work without key in the ignition1 or 2.

[tmpecus]

i ordered them from my local bimmer dealership...i cant remember how much that is because i also ordered some other parts.but i think they are around like $100

i installed homelink system and thank god my e39 is pre-wired and took me about 40 mins programed it.the buttons are illuminated.i love it and i also install winter rubber floor mats. i will install single disc cd player as soon as the harness adapter arrived.i will keep u guys posted. :buttrock
p.s homelinke will not work without key in the ignition1 or 2.

Oh ok, I found them on the ECS Tuning website and with the cheapest shipping they come to $105.28 so dealer is prob the best route! I wanna see some pics if you get a chance.

[ganzibye]

Oh ok, I found them on the ECS Tuning website and with the cheapest shipping they come to $105.28 so dealer is prob the best route! I wanna see some pics if you get a chance.
all right. here are some pics. sorry about blury pictures as i didnt use flash light
first pic is illuminated homelink syste.mine is prewired,all i did was connected/plug it in.
second pic is the blacken side markers,i was thinking of getting clear/white ones,since my car has darker color,so i went with smoked side markers and i love them

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6041.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6045.jpg

[ILUVe36hAwaii]

I am doing the water pump and serpentine on my e39 M5...
fun:devillook

[RXWLLMSS]

all right. here are some pics. sorry about blury pictures as i didnt use flash light
first pic is illuminated homelink syste.mine is prewired,all i did was connect it.
second pic is the blacken side markers,i was thinking of getting clear/white ones,since my car has darker color,so i went with smoked side markers and i love them

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6041.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6045.jpg
What website did you get those side markers from?:buttrock

[ganzibye]

What website did you get those side markers from?:buttrock
EBAY :redspot:redspot

[WhatsBFc]

Today, I drove my car.



The end

[C019740]

Drove 2 miles to the train station. Wished it was further away but thought how nice it is to keep the mileage down.

[jamesdc4]

I checked my coolant and oil levels today and tried to ignore my peeling style 65s (planning on doing a wheel exchange with LA Wheel and Tire in the spring).

[Dude14]

I replaced those friggin' headlight adjusters. The lenses were not removable and I fished them through the headlight holes....

[BimmerBreaker]

I bought new fog light bulbs then considered installing them but decided since I will probably need to take my front bumper off to wait until tomorrow so I can finally install my brake ducts too

[sfcabmw]

smogged

past couple weeks..

oil filter and air filter change, cabin filters,spark plugs, rear brakes, installed newer front seats, cleaned headlights, installed new visor anchor

to do:
thermostat and coolant, ATF and filter, gear fluid, new tires

[tmpecus]

Ordered brembo cross drilled fronts and rears, axxis deluxe plus pads and brakes sensors.

[IndiansFan]

At 193K miles, took the 528iT to Brett Anderson/Koala Motorsports
Inspection II
Balanced wheels to remove slight shimmy
Replaced plugs
Removed CDV
Installed UUC shortshifter
Replaced rotors
Replaced accessory belts
Replaced power steering feed and return lines
Replaced radiator and expansion tank
Repaired the PVC system

Tomorrow I pick up a set of 17" style 32's for the 530's winter shoes.

[cardnal]

Where do I freaking start?
I had a new clutch put in on Tuesday, where they found a valley pan leak. Fixed that by Thursday. Test drove it on Thursday and the radiator blew out on the right side...Replacing that today, then I am going to get drunk.

This has been a $2100 week with my 540. :(

[champaign777]

Where do I freaking start?
I had a new clutch put in on Tuesday, where they found a valley pan leak. Fixed that by Thursday. Test drove it on Thursday and the radiator blew out on the right side...Replacing that today, then I am going to get drunk.

This has been a $2100 week with my 540. :(

540 are very expensive addiction a ? :)

[ganzibye]

540 are very expensive addiction a ? :)
agree :D thats why i go with 528 :redspot

[Fiziks]

agree :D thats why i go with 528 :redspot

i6 has just as many potential failures as v8's have.

On another note, got my Dinan adjustable rear sway in the mail today.

[larinah]

I stared at my opened up engine in the garage. lol

[jamesdc4]

I replaced those friggin' headlight adjusters. The lenses were not removable and I fished them through the headlight holes....
Someone has replicated Mark's (e39dream) secret headlight adjuster replacement hack! :redspot
Procedure please! :D

[legitsnowe39]

I stared at my opened up engine in the garage. lol

lol nice mod:eyecrazy

[Dude14]

Someone has replicated Mark's (e39dream) secret headlight adjuster replacement hack! :redspot
Procedure please! :D
My Headlight Adjuster replacement Story
It was not difficult but it took alot of patience and finess. Having read all sorts of posts and seeing some pdf files, I tried the bake method. I beleive the sealant that was used is some sort of butyl that is used to seal windshields in and it did not take long for me to figure that I had to do something else. I saw one post on this forum where someone had cut the clear lenses off with what looked like a chainsaw. I knew that was not the way to do it.
I removed the headlamp assy's.
I removed all of the bulbs.
Then I removed the rubber boots (be careful because they tear easily, ask how I know this)
The projector lamp adjuster was fairly straight forward. I could see the adjuster. I removed the old peices ( that took the longest time) then took a T-8 torx bit and removed the socket that hold the ball. Then I installed the new adjuster. One key point here is not to snap the ball in the socket yet.
Here is where the patience part comes in. On the high beam adjuster, I marked out a 2" x 2" square on top of the housing, just inside of where the adjuster tracks are. I took my trusty dremel tool with a cut off wheel and cut a window in the housing. I caution you to take your time! Beneath this window is the fiber optics receiver and cabling. Only cut deep enough to get through the 1st layer of plastic. I was able to see everything and perform the repair on the high beam adjuster.
To close the window I had cut, I used a plug that is for 2" square tubing. I had to trim it so that it would sit flush on the housing. I used clear silicone to seal it, but I suppose you could use epoxy also.

I would post pictures but I do not have enough posts yet to do so. Maybe I can make a DIY when the time comes, if anyone is interested...

I have been an E39 owner for 4 months now and really enjoy this car. I thank everyone who contributes to these forums because it has helped me remedy the few problems I have had.

Thanks!

[e39dream]

Someone has replicated Mark's (e39dream) secret headlight adjuster replacement hack! :redspot
Procedure please! :D

pretty close, but no cigar. I make a much smaller "incision". :stickoutt Still Dude's way is certainly 1 way to do it with good results, and I'm impressed.



My Headlight Adjuster replacement Story



Kudos to you for doing it yourself and taking a careful approach to the task at hand. :buttrock

[scorcher]

Increased my ride height by 18"

http://www.peppermintproperties.co.uk/images/nowheels2.jpg

:D

Couldn't find a reasonably priced set of rims that suit the car, so sent the M Pars off to be refurbed

http://www.peppermintproperties.co.uk/images/nowheels1.jpg

[jmddub]

Yesterday, looked at her while at the body shop to finally get her make over. I miss her already:cry

[Devo540]

Took my garbage e36 m3 mirrors for my e39 and customized them with some bondo and fiberglass work...much better kinda reseamble AC mrrors now, and fixed my passenger window (would auto down but not up)

[E39bmw]

Replaced oil pan gasket, installed new clutch, new fluid in tranny, rear end and engine and then took my 540i to a mountain race last night, had lots of fun :)

[Jsahmad]

oil chaaange.

[doc540]

paint touch up: Titanium Silver

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1345441

[paul12770]

i didnt use it for a week, so this morning took it for a quick blast on the freeway with my trusted Valentine One on the windshield....luv those early sunday drives with nobody on the road.(except for NY highway patrols)...

[ganzibye]

i didnt use it for a week, so this morning took it for a quick blast on the freeway with my trusted Valentine One on the windshield....luv those early sunday drives with nobody on the road.(except for NY highway patrols)...
nice man and maybe i need to get one of those for myself. :redspot :D

[jamesdc4]

I would post pictures but I do not have enough posts yet to do so. Maybe I can make a DIY when the time comes, if anyone is interested...

That would be great. Thanks for taking the time to do it, and I'm sure there are plenty of interested parties. I know you don't have PM privileges yet, but if you do by the time you get the DIY done, just PM me and I'll add it to the DIY subforum or I'll just keep an eye open for it.

[doc540]

changed the Mobil 1 oil and applied 2nd coat of touch up paint to front bumper nicks

[Devo540]

washed it, went to papa johns

[nlaz]

Ordered a M-tech front bumper.

[silverE39]

V1 radar hard-wired in homelink panel. :)

[Madtown]

Replaced right outside mirror cover that fell off & ordered torque converter that I need replace:(

[544iAe39]

Installed B&G springs and cleaned and painted my valve covers, with new gaskets. :)

[macbookproaudio]

Put on Zimmerman rotors and Akebono Euro pads on the fronts and installed my new windshield gasket.

[hustler905]

Successfully removed all of my cooling fan blades and scattered them all over the engine compartment.

[Mark@EAC]

Installed B&G springs and cleaned and painted my valve covers, with new gaskets. :)

sounds like a good days work- any pics of the car after the springs? I am trying to gather up a collection of e39s on B&G springs.

[jnyost]

Successfully removed all of my cooling fan blades and scattered them all over the engine compartment.

Wow. Hopefully you didn't hurt much else.

[hustler905]

Wow. Hopefully you didn't hurt much else.

I did manage to poke a hole in my rad, but that's getting fixed.

Side note: I like the EACTuning site, but have trouble with shipping to the Great White North - it won't seem to let me fill out the form correctly. Suggestions?

[Mark@EAC]

go to the contact us section of the site and give us a call, we can get you taken care of. The site is not currently set up for you Canada guys but we can get your parts to you.

[jnyost]

I did manage to poke a hole in my rad, but that's getting fixed.

Side note: I like the EACTuning site, but have trouble with shipping to the Great White North - it won't seem to let me fill out the form correctly. Suggestions?

Yep, what Mark said is correct. There is too much involved for the site to take care of it. We do all international orders manually.

Thanks
Jared

[ganzibye]

installed the in-dash oem cd player..i love it..

[Dude14]

I ordered both ribbons for the LED displays on the speedo cluster and MID. Seems like a good winter project.....

[andyffer]

bought new tires and dropped em off at the body shop yesterday

Hankook V12 Evo. Now I know Hankook arn't the greatest but I hear nothing but great reviews about these and Car & Driver rated them above many big names such as Nitto Invos

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii173/andyffer/NEWBMWTIRES001.jpg

[Devo540]

changed my int. trim to graphite, i like it a lot, much meaner

[Black Pearl]

just getting moonroof project done week ago
then the big brake kit.


http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2387.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2395.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2407.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2418.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2414.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/IMG_2472.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/IMG_2493.jpg

[ganzibye]

^^^
looks really sharp and sexy but whats moonroof project?

[Mark@EAC]

probably fixed the glass so it opens and tilts properly is my guess, common issue.

[dankaholic]

did a few donuts in the local business parks cruised the lovely streets of san diego....

[ganzibye]

installed zhp shift knob this evening, it is weighted and i love it,it makes shifting easier and smoother.

[turbo20psi]

Put gas in it.
Checked the oil level.
Wipe down the supercharger.

[champaign777]

installed carbon fiber ACS trank/roof spoilers
installed winter tires today - Michelin Pilot Alpin 17"
Quiet&Comfortable ride - wait for snow

[Cantesanu]

Why do you have an M5 badge?
you don't have an M5.................
beautiful car though .



just getting moonroof project done week ago
then the big brake kit.


http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2387.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2395.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2407.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2418.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/DSC_2414.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/IMG_2472.jpg
http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss86/e39black_pearl/Hamu/IMG_2493.jpg

[jabdelja]

Put in a new thermostat, added 100 percent fresh Bmw coolant/water wetter, oil/filter change. Will be changing driver side window regulator this weekend.

[MikePL]

Rolled my rear fenders, put H&R 20mm (rear) and 10mm (front) spacers on. After that I mett up with my friend who also owns an E39, put some 93 octane the tank after what I got REARENDED by a Doge Dakota......(Pretty bad...) ;(

[528imwayne]

gave her a nice poly rubdown

[nike001]

Haven't done anything since last week when I fitted my new bumper and added new black grilles. Now I'm just waiting for the bumper to be sprayed along with the rest of the car :)

[ganzibye]

i dont think i would do anything to my car recently.but i plan to buy the newer headlights,

[turbo20psi]

Bought this today WOW! I have to get some hoses.http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/store/screen/prod/store_code/6134/product_code/E39SDCKII.htm and this http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/store/screen/prod/store_code/6134/product_code/M54ALUTHERM.htm

[ganzibye]

a pic of zhp shift knob and cd player installed

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6096.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6100.jpg

http://i516.photobucket.com/albums/u327/b16avtec/BMW/IMG_6098.jpg

[tmpecus]

Just installed brembo front rotors, pads, sensors and new hood, trunk and wheel black emblems. Time for a beer. Note to self, order new cabin air filters.

[arbuckle]

I eased her onto the on ramp to 490. And realizing there was noone in front of me I pressed the accelerator ever so gently yet firmly untill my 100 MPH warning went off. Ahh.

[raheelsportal]

installed the ipod grom kit (non dsp) in the trunk sucessfully and wired it to the front ... cost only $65 :buttrock ... good thing i didnt spend $250 on cd43 system wohooo

[ganzibye]

Note to self, order new cabin air filters.
i need to order my cabin filters too..i am thinking about ebay...

[Cantesanu]

for carbon filters do a shearch, Doru found them very cheap on e-bay.
raheelsportal, where did you buy the kit from?

[Brandon540m]

did this.. http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1349513

aux input baby

[Saigon Daze]

Did a Lexol treatment on the M5, took it out for a fun drive, had a few pints at Pizza Port Carlsbad and now watching Oregon beat Arizona. A good day!

[540 guy]

Before:
http://img44.imageshack.us/img44/6527/dscf4637r.jpg

After (for the winter):

http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/6434/11202009164.jpg

[raheelsportal]

for carbon filters do a shearch, Doru found them very cheap on e-bay.
raheelsportal, where did you buy the kit from?

http://gromaudio.com/store/aux_adapters/grom-aux-bmw.html

bought it from here ... you can choose which input u want aux cable or ipod cable ... $59.99 plus shipping and really fast shipping too ... also if you get the trunk mount make sure u order a longer cable because the one that comes with it is not long enough.

[NYZ93]

Put in HIDs

[champaign777]

my passenger rear door leaking ... :shifty and more ...
today i can't even open it ... not inside and not outside ...
how to take this panel apart if door is closed ??
what the luck ...

[tmpecus]

i need to order my cabin filters too..i am thinking about ebay...

I found some on ebay but they are $19.95 a piece plus $10 shipping. They got to be cheaper someplace else.


for carbon filters do a shearch, Doru found them very cheap on e-bay.

these? (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BMW-Cabin-Air-Filter-E39-525i-528i-530i-540i-CARBON-SET_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem20add18c24QQitemZ14 0355144740QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAcce ssories#ht_2658wt_1167)

[kingtut78]

fitted a repalcement manifold to the 530d and now have full power:D

[whitecouch]

I polished my headlights to get rid of some minor hazing that has gone through the "clear" and blended some scratches that were on the car when I bought it with some minor wet sanding/polishing. Looks improvement is tremendous. Need to get some paintless dent repair done now! Also need to do the curb rash repair on the wheels.

Also tried to install the Peripheral "DICE" type unit and it was not compatible. Stupid DSP.

Roof rack install TONIGHT!

[Caz-01]

trying to find out how to find where this noise is coming from HELP
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1349953

[Devo540]

plugged a flat tire, needing new ones anyway

[tmpecus]

ordered cabins filters and wiper refills.

[Beau6183]

Replaced the rear passenger window regulator. Wow what a pain. I followed a DIY on bimmertips.com, the top bolt on the assembly in the DIY is shown as a brass star-headed bolt. Mine was a black torx bolt. I couldn't undo it with pliers (nor obviously with a crecent), and I couldn't reposition the window in any way that would make the bolt accessible. I ended up taking the entire upper window assembly (weather stripping, braces) out and completely removing the window in order to replace the regulator. If I had know that was needed to begin with, it would have been a 30 minute job instead of the 2 hour bash my head in out of frustration-PITA it was.

Then I fixed my ipod interface... loose wires FTL.

[turbo20psi]

Took the car to BMW and had the Instrument Cluster replaced.Payed labor $53.40.I have dash lights now.:redspot

[e39hamann]

didn't really do anything...just tightened up the hose from rad to expansion tank.

and did a general inspection of car...looking at suspension bits.

oh and i think i found a power steering leak...yay haha

[whitecouch]

Installed roof rack. Couldn't be happier!

[Newbie528i]

Drove it for the first time. Had my brother pick it up for me a couple of weeks ago, and I finally took it out. Perfect.

[McLovin]

Thrust arms baby!

[thetinpusher]

Replaced drivers side window regulator....rear wishbones next...

[ganzibye]

clean and condtion the leather surface and interior.clean the windows.and found out the front driver side weather strip is broken.

[Newbie528i]

Drove it again. Jeeze the heated steering wheel is great.

[hustler905]

Started making the flap over the CD/tape deck into a trim piece for my single DIN radio.

[tmpecus]

clean and condtion the leather surface and interior.clean the windows.and found out the front driver side weather strip is broken.

What leather cleaner and conditioner do you use?

[Cantesanu]

Got my new Falken tires installed on my new style 65 rims (got the rims used though).

It's SWEET !

[BORGERDING]

My new wheels are coming!!

[webdesigner]

plexiglass trunk floor, next is to suede it out

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/7597/plexi1.jpg

[beaubrant]

clay bar, waax, tire/rims cleaned up, rain x, installed radar detector (hard wire via glove box fuse panel), changed bulb on side marker light, paid license renewal, wow...busy day

[IndiansFan]

I hit a deer last week in the touring. $1,300.00 total damage to the front hood/bumper.........so I went out and bought a new front spoiler to install at the same time as all the other work.

[andyffer]

Got my car back yesterday from the body shop. Been over a month!

Looks perfect

[e39hamann]

this was actually yesterday but i got some 17 inch mille miglia rims with new dunlop winter sports put on.

and i got rid of the annoying creaking in my front suspension, the adjustable camber plate's screws just need tightening.

[ganzibye]

i replaced the front driver side weather strip.the procedure is pretty straight forward and simple.no tools needed,no adhesive needed.just pulled the old one out and installed the new one.took me about 20 mins.and the parts that i bought from my local bmw dealership for $50 plus tax.which is pretty reasonable.and i broke the headlight lense when i was trying to replace the headlight adjusters and now i have to either buy the oem glass lense from bmw dealer or the aftermarket headlight sets with angle eyes built in,which is what i always wanted and will eventually get.so that could be my christmas present.

[legitsnowe39]

i looked at it.... havent driven it in a week, just because im trying not to put too many miles on it;). Trying to make myself think its more of a luxury to drive it than a DD... trying to UNSPOIL myself :stickoutt.

Anyways i felt liked my expedition needed some offroading adventures all week:D

[ganzibye]

What leather cleaner and conditioner do you use?
i use mcguire car care products. :D

[turbo20psi]

I changed the oil and spark plugs,and ordered a Crankcase Ventilation Kit.

[Monster540i6]

wash..gas..then of course..the daily illegal streetracing!! Every punk in a civic/STi/evo lancer wants a piece..and I give it to them..and then I watch their expressions in the rear view..

[P11]

spark plugs, valve cover gasket, water pump, and a full exterior detail. :)

[PixMan]

Warmed it up, took it to a convenience store a mile away and brought it back home. Lift hood, find coolant leak. Seems the water pump is gonzo. :(

It'll have to stay parked though. Wife's Nissan Sentra goes into the shop tomorrow for a catalytic converter or O2 sensor problem diagnosis and repair.

Saving up to do the water pump, all coolant hoses, radiator and expansion tank all at once. The thermostat & housing plus fan clutch was done last year, should be OK.

[FP5241]

Removed a spider from my fog light....

[chriswhitworth]

Replaced driver's door trim and left side of dash trim. Car was broken into by shattering passenger window. Flying glass caused the driver's door trim to become nicked up. Was already cracked. Got a piece off of eBay that matched up pretty well with the passneger door trim, but the dash piece was much lighter. Same seller had the matching dash piece.

Glad I wasn't keeping the original door trim piece. It was "attached" to being part of that door. Son of a bitch to get it off. It didn't survive. Dash piece came right off, on the other hand.

Then I had my lot tech wash and gas it. One of the very few perks of being in the car biz.

[AlpinaWannaBe]

finally put on my winter tires...

[Fiziks]

oil change
dinan rear sway
lub'd door seals
started work on fiberglass undertray
started prevanos intake manifold swap