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Thread: What did you do to/for your e46 today??

  1. #526
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    2018 BMW M240i
    I'm selling my 2001 330Ci today. We've been together for 17 years. I have a 2018 M240i on order. Sad day.

  2. #527
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    2004 325XI/2008 GL320
    Quote Originally Posted by MarcoZandrini View Post
    I'm selling my 2001 330Ci today. We've been together for 17 years. I have a 2018 M240i on order. Sad day.
    Out with the old, in with the better.

  3. #528
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    I sold my beloved Fritz, my 2001 330Ci😩.

  4. #529
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    2001 BMW 325i
    Quote Originally Posted by dhurley34 View Post
    Out with the old, in with the better.
    That does have to be hard. I still love my '01 325i that I ordered just for me - just the way I like it. @209,000 and 16 1/2 years later I have zero desire to get anything new. Hope you enjoy the new one.
    '01 325i - Bare bones & fun to drive... Sport Package, Sunroof, CD Player & Rear Fold Down Seats with Ski Bag. Added H&K springs & Bilstein shocks. No unnecessary frills. Sit down, buckle up, shut up & hold on.

  5. #530
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    93' C38 S50, 00' GT28 A4
    I replaced both front control arms and the control arm bushings, replaced the blower motor resistor, changed the oil and installed smoked corners.
    93 E36 S50 c38 stg2
    00 B5 A4 GT2871r
    01 E46 325i - 343,782 (Stolen 3/2021) RIP
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    auto->manual conversion crew / bf.c motor swap crew





  6. #531
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    BMW E46 330D Touring

  7. #532
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    2002 325Ci Cabriolet
    I backed it in to the driveway as the rains have begun. Not because I won't be driving it, but because it's a Cabriolet and they hold water in the roof compartment if parked at the slightest of uphill angles.

  8. #533
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Replaced the original fuel pump/sender assembly that stopped working at 155,887 miles. The soundproofing material was a bit of a mess -- many small broken pieces, with other large sections sticking to the foam underside of the seat cushion. Straightforward for me, educational for my wife who assisted me on a car repair for the first time in over 30 years.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

  9. #534
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    01 BMW 330ci convertible
    Got an //M3 steering wheel. May be getting rid of my ZHP 6 speed shift knob...
    2001 BMW 330 CI
    2006 Merc C230

  10. #535
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Replaced the radiator's coolant expansion tank and the thermostat and level switch that fit inside the tank.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

  11. #536
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    E36 & E46 M3 coupes
    Replaced both tail lights with clear/red aftermarket OEM lookalike ones.

    Fixed driver side outside door handle with the ol' one zip tie fix. Works like a champ.

    Topped off oil with half a quart.

  12. #537
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    2005 325Xi
    Rolled past 250k miles.
    Quote Originally Posted by B4SH View Post
    If anyone knows, it's this guy who knows literally nothing about everything.
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    Do you even OT? The mean 401k around here is probably about $6, what with all the shiny cars and $1,000 watches and donations to get other members' Volvos running.


  13. #538
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Changed the front pads and rotors, both hood gas springs, and the AC tensioner/pulley. Finally figured out the awful noise I was getting with the AC on was a piece of cardboard that somehow knife-edged its way past the grill and wedged itself in the auxiliary fan.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

  14. #539
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Replaced the radiator, water pump, thermostat, tensioner, serpentine belt, both trunk lid gas springs.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

  15. #540
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    2001 BMW 325i
    Just placed an order for all four wheel bearings, radiator expansion tank, new headlight lenses and ancillaries, braided clutch line. just about to place an order for brake set with braided steel lines. After 17 years and 210,000 miles, I think the rubber lines have surpassed their useful lives and since I'll be in there anyway to replace the bearings... Hopefully it all gets here in time for Memorial Day weekend.
    '01 325i - Bare bones & fun to drive... Sport Package, Sunroof, CD Player & Rear Fold Down Seats with Ski Bag. Added H&K springs & Bilstein shocks. No unnecessary frills. Sit down, buckle up, shut up & hold on.

  16. #541
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    2002 330Ci, 1995 325is
    New oxygen sensors, exhaust only, today. Very easy job.

  17. #542
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    2003 TiAg 325iT
    Removed bee stinger.... Euro turn signals.... LED reverse bulbs. Replaced missing jack pads... Transmission fluid/filter/gasket. Rotated tires.... Emptied wallet...

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    ---"Angelina" '96 328isA S/C (The *sirius* ubercommuter) ERT/Vortech V2SQ with other goodies
    "Man, your car is scary fast...." *Prestige BMW, Jan.18, 2003* (sold )

    ---"theStealth" '03 TiAg 325iT

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  18. #543
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    e34,e38,e39,e46,e70,e90
    Installed GROM Bluetooth on daughter's 01' e46 vert. Works great, but its obvious the bass level is distorted some. I guess Ill be installing the AUX cable if I want excellent audio.

    02 e39 540i Sport (Son), 01 DINAN 7 (Me), 12 e70 X5 x35i (Mrs), 95 e34 525i (Daughter 2), 01 e46 325Ci vert (Daughter 1)

  19. #544
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    ‘15 F31d Msport
    Cursed at the dang drivers window regulator I got from ECS (the aftermarket one with the premium bearings etc) . Second failure in about as many years.
    They only seem to last a year before the spool dies. Rest of the ting is great... if the spools weren’t shit.
    Now I have to cut the cables to get the regulator back out when the spool dies so I can install another one.. Guess it is back to OEM for me.
    If I were to give my Touring a first name, I'd probably name it "Alan".
    Mostly because I like puns.
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  20. #545
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    2003 BMW 330i
    Rebuilt the double vanos unit on my ZHP today. Been dealing with the rattle sound for a while, but broke down when the seals went bad as I lost low-end performance and the car started idling terribly. Now it idles perfect again and the car is quick again!!! Also changed front passenger window regulator. The regulators on these cars seem to go bad every 2 years or so...Vanos Rebuild 2.jpgVanos rebuild.jpg

  21. #546
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Replaced the last OEM BROSE (Breakable Regulators Our Standout Expertise) to go on the 2004 325i (right front as well), going this time with an Amazon $29 model. (A-Premium Power Window Regulator Without Motor for BMW E46 323i 325i 325xi 328i 330i 330xi Front Right Passenger Side)

    The rear plastic clip securing the regulator to the glass was a little touchy but snugging up the bolt got the clip to lock in, so we'll see how long this one lasts.
    Last edited by RomeoMike; 07-22-2018 at 09:29 PM.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

  22. #547
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    2001 BMW 325i
    Over the past couple months I replaced most of the suspension. What started simply as all wheel bearings, rotors, pads and braided steel brake & clutch lines with a few ancillaries morphed into:


    • Wheel Bearings (FAG brand)
    • Slotted UUC rotors
    • Hawk street performance pads
    • New parking brake components
    • UUC braided steel brake and clutch line
    • CDV delete (why oh why did I just learn of this vs. 17 years ago when I bought it)
    • GKN Axles
    • Differential output shaft seals
    • King pin (steering knuckle) - Genuine BMW
    • Bilstein shocks & struts (The H&R springs still looked good)
    • ECS Tuning rear shock mount support
    • Strut mount (Lemforder)
    • Front control arms, inner & outer tie rods and stabilizer bar links (Lemforder)
    • Coolant expansion tank, bracket and upper radiator hose (all genuine BMW)
    • Lower air intake scoop (don't know how long it's been missing)
    • BF Goodrich G-Force Comp 2 tires and of course and alignment
    • Replaced windshield cowl that's been taking up space in my garage for a couple years.
    • Replaced headlight lenses and related gaskets

    Before
    IMG_20180603_083247502.jpg

    After
    IMG_20180608_115112858.jpg

    Still have a bit of a clunk at low speeds, especially when turning. I guess I'll need to check bushings to figure out where it's coming from but for now I'm just going to drive it. It's been way, Way, WAY to long since I drove it.
    '01 325i - Bare bones & fun to drive... Sport Package, Sunroof, CD Player & Rear Fold Down Seats with Ski Bag. Added H&K springs & Bilstein shocks. No unnecessary frills. Sit down, buckle up, shut up & hold on.

  23. #548
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    1999 323i
    Replaced both control arms and bushings, replaced Wheel bearing and hub and flushed coolant system and replaced upper and lower hoses and expansion tank!!!! Hopefully next paycheck she will be getting new tires and an alignment!!!!

  24. #549
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    2004 325xi Wagon
    Quote Originally Posted by Joehinvt View Post
    I got a new key AND the parts guy gave me a bad ass BMW key chain to boot! They joys of push button living again! lol
    How much does that cost?

  25. #550
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    91 318i 04 325i
    Changed the control valve (11727553066) and air injection hose (11727555681) causing a P0411 code (secondary air injection system incorrect flow detected) that was triggering a check engine light. Hose had definitely deteriorated.
    On Christ the solid Rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand. (Edward Mote 1797-1874)

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