New M3 owner - Perth

aussiem3 · 10-04-2016, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ingenio

That's great longevity indeed! I think K is still on his original batter and I changed out mine about two months ago so at least we know they'll last s long time!

You battery does sound a bit too cheap though.. What brand of AGM battery did you get for $230??

I am indeed. Sept '07 production. A battery tender can do wonders!

dnbosiris · 10-13-2016, 10:34 PM

New plates today. $125 to get rid of the ugly standard plates and get 1FAA xxx. not completely custom, but looks miles better imho!

Ingenio · 10-14-2016, 03:03 AM

Much better indeed!

CooLeh7 · 10-14-2016, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by dnbosiris

New plates today. $125 to get rid of the ugly standard plates and get 1FAA xxx. not completely custom, but looks miles better imho!

IF A ABS 2. Is that a gym/muscle reference?

dnbosiris · 11-25-2016, 10:51 AM

expert advice needed...

the last few weeks the engine feels like it's slightly misfiring, mainly at lower revs, but at most revs now. builds revs fine but feels like a subtle misfire as it does. booked it into for a service. then tonight i got a check engine light with the following codes show up. i cleared the codes and the check engine light went away but misfire remains. wtf is going on, do i have a dodgy injector or something?

Fuel BP Ultimate

PB · 11-30-2016, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by dnbosiris

expert advice needed...

the last few weeks the engine feels like it's slightly misfiring, mainly at lower revs, but at most revs now. builds revs fine but feels like a subtle misfire as it does. booked it into for a service. then tonight i got a check engine light with the following codes show up. i cleared the codes and the check engine light went away but misfire remains. wtf is going on, do i have a dodgy injector or something?

Fuel BP Ultimate

Have you got to the bottom of this yet?

The only time I had a misfire code was when one of my throttle body actuators completely failed. This was in addition to the usual Christmas tree of other error codes. Yours doesn't sound like actuator problem based on the codes you have.

PB · 11-30-2016, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by dnbosiris

expert advice needed...

the last few weeks the engine feels like it's slightly misfiring, mainly at lower revs, but at most revs now. builds revs fine but feels like a subtle misfire as it does. booked it into for a service. then tonight i got a check engine light with the following codes show up. i cleared the codes and the check engine light went away but misfire remains. wtf is going on, do i have a dodgy injector or something?

Fuel BP Ultimate

There is a thread on the forum which sounds similar to your issue.

Search under

Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications

Then M3 Rough Idle/misfire Cylinder 1 P0301 (title)

dnbosiris · 11-30-2016, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by PB

There is a thread on the forum which sounds similar to your issue.

Search under

Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications

Then M3 Rough Idle/misfire Cylinder 1 P0301 (title)

wow just read that thread, all that drama and it seems like it was only o2 sensors in the end? though no confirmation from OP.
My symptoms are definitely very similar to his initial symptoms. slight misfire at idle, then misfiring under load between 2-4k rpm. above 4k rpm and full throttle the misfire isn't apparent.
it's in at Galvsport in a couple of weeks so i'll let Josh diagnose it.

American Dave · 11-30-2016, 08:27 PM

my advice is get rid of the stock exhaust with all those cats
tune will fix check engine codes relating to 02 sensors removed

Morally Gray · 01-05-2017, 08:15 PM

Welcome and this!

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Originally Posted by cplagz

Just get oil samples done if you are worried about rod bearing failures and keep an eye on them every 5000km.

dnbosiris · 01-13-2017, 02:37 AM

First few minutes is a Skype call with a black stone analyst talking about people's concern over rod bearing failure in s65's...

dnbosiris · 04-16-2017, 05:32 AM

For anyone following this thread the problem ended up being one faulty coilpack. Josh replaced it and she purrs again.

Anyway, my gear knob has seen better days and needs to be replaced. Where should I get one from and how easy is it?

Want to keep it OEM if possible.

Unrelated pic:

cplagz · 04-16-2017, 04:38 PM

Realoem.com/bmw/select.do

find the part number you want, then google search. Schmiedmann is usually pretty good price wise.

PB · 04-16-2017, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by cplagz

Realoem.com/bmw/select.do

find the part number you want, then google search. Schmiedmann is usually pretty good price wise.

Have a look at the ZHP shift knob, part number 25117896886. Turnermotorspor and escruning also supply.

The knob is shorter, looks and feels much better. There is a diy video online re the install. It is very quick to do.

Crambo · 04-21-2017, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by PB

Have a look at the ZHP shift knob, part number 25117896886. Turnermotorspor and escruning also supply.

The knob is shorter, looks and feels much better. There is a diy video online re the install. It is very quick to do.

This is one of the next things on my To Do list. I've read people say this is one of the most underrated mods going (for 6MT

) and one of the favourites they made.

I need to check out that DIY vid and see if my 'basic' skills are up to it

dnbosiris · 05-08-2017, 03:34 AM

regrettably this is now on the market
with a pregnant wife and the need to buy a house i can't make the sums work to keep this utterly amazing car. it breaks my heart putting it up for sale.

https://www.carsales.com.au/private/...SSE-AD-4724274

100% i will be buying another one in a few years once house is purchased! :'(

Ingenio · 05-08-2017, 08:58 AM

Oh no....

Parting is such sweet sorrow...

American Dave · 05-08-2017, 08:48 PM

that sucks mate but good luck with the sale

dnbosiris · 06-13-2017, 05:43 PM

she's off the market! got a bit bored of people lowballing 40k at me.

in celebration I ordered a replacement ZHP shift knob, to replace the wearing factory shift knob and she's going into galvsport this friday for a service.

https://www.turnermotorsport.com/p-1...p-25117896886/

///IVI III · 06-13-2017, 07:10 PM

Damn, if I knew your were keeping the car, I would have sold you a near brand new ZHP shift knob... and save you the shipping cost.. never mind.

dnbosiris · 06-13-2017, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ///IVI III

Damn, if I knew your were keeping the car, I would have sold you a near brand new ZHP shift knob... and save you the shipping cost.. never mind.

dammit! didn't realise you had one for sale. yeah the shipping was ridiculous.

PB · 06-13-2017, 08:16 PM

Glad to here you are keeping the ///M.

Well done!

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dnbosiris Private 21 Rep 79 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW M3 E92 6MT Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Perth iTrader: (0)	For anyone following this thread the problem ended up being one faulty coilpack. Josh replaced it and she purrs again. Anyway, my gear knob has seen better days and needs to be replaced. Where should I get one from and how easy is it? Want to keep it OEM if possible. Unrelated pic: Attached Images Last edited by dnbosiris; 04-16-2017 at 06:06 AM..
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