Reminder to check under the hoof often

Munit · 01-21-2013, 05:14 PM

Soo I am assuming many of us often pop our hoods for either cleaning, gazing or modding etc. I just had my cars plugs changed at the dealer under warranty 3000 miles ago. I pop my hood atleast every week for a variety of reasons. Popped it last week to see green coolant coming out of one of the coolan hoses going to the radiator.

Engine temps were always normal and no signs. But dealer diagnosed system only holding 5psi and clear leak.

Had I not seen this, eventually the leak would have gotten much bigger quickly and obviously a coolant leak means pulling over and a tow truck.

Luckily saw this, drove to dealer and no biggie.

Just a reminder that always good to check tires, under the hood etc. Especially in warm climates where heat wears out rubber

THE TECH · 01-21-2013, 05:15 PM

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

Vic311 · 01-21-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

1MtoM3 · 01-21-2013, 05:29 PM

how's about we check under my tail after !!??

TVMA Doc · 01-21-2013, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

Yes, but you should always check the hooves. Why, just the other day I walked around my S2000 and noticed a screw in the tread right next to the sidewall. Ended up costing me 4 new tires as it wasn't repairable and the tires I was running were no longer being made.

You can learn a lot by looking at the hooves of your ride...

Goat Rodeo · 01-21-2013, 07:00 PM

I keep this in the glovebox for such situations:

HeartMD · 01-21-2013, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Goat Rodeo

I keep this in the glovebox for such situations:

mdosu · 01-21-2013, 08:34 PM

I found a nail on my hoof last time I checked under it

Powerbeast · 01-21-2013, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

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CBS · 01-21-2013, 08:46 PM

OP: your point is well taken and I hope you M3 is fine.

To the humor stated above, I also own a competition horse and I thought you may be onto something that combined both the M3 and Horses.....

The Tech: I completely agree, anything with a hoof doesn't belong near an M3.

canadian stig · 01-21-2013, 08:54 PM

no way man. last time i tried to grab hold of a hoof, the horse kicked me in the chest!

catherineanh · 01-21-2013, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

Munit · 01-21-2013, 09:10 PM

LOL!

Vic311 · 01-21-2013, 09:11 PM

1.Make sure your horse is calm and not wanting to wander off - there is no point trying to ask it to stand on 3 legs if there is a load of excitement going on.

2.Start on one side. Introduce yourself, and let the horse know you have good intentions - give him gentle strokes on his neck and shoulder and speak to him softly.

3.Run your hand down the leg, and tap the back of his leg.

4.Squeeze the leg above the fetlock if the horse doesn't automatically pick up the leg at the first command.

5.Hold the hoof in one hand.

6.Remove any material from the frog of the hoof with your fingers a brush or a pick.

Munit · 01-21-2013, 09:15 PM

LOL was serious-didnt catch the spelling mistake until checked back tonight. That does sound like another "great" m3 board thread! in reality it was meant to be a helpful one!

CBS · 01-22-2013, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vic311

1.Make sure your horse is calm and not wanting to wander off - there is no point trying to ask it to stand on 3 legs if there is a load of excitement going on.

2.Start on one side. Introduce yourself, and let the horse know you have good intentions - give him gentle strokes on his neck and shoulder and speak to him softly.

3.Run your hand down the leg, and tap the back of his leg.

4.Squeeze the leg above the fetlock if the horse doesn't automatically pick up the leg at the first command.

5.Hold the hoof in one hand.

6.Remove any material from the frog of the hoof with your fingers a brush or a pick.

I see you know something about Horses. Good thing I don't need to go through this procedure with my M3 when I want to look under the Hood!

Mr. ///M3 RD · 01-22-2013, 09:08 AM

I have 309KW/420 PS (Pferde Stärke) = [translation Strong horses or English HP] under my hoof ... sorry meant hood

Therefore I have no need for hoofs

Comedy and joking aside, I always pop the hood and the trunk when I clean my car and have a good peek especially at the engine. I do it since I cannot get enough of this marvel of an engine (stable of horses) http://www.m3post.com/forums/bpgarag...=view&id=10905

Good "Heads up" Munit

nbennettksu · 01-22-2013, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

BPMSport · 01-22-2013, 11:16 AM

I don't give a hoof

M3AG · 01-22-2013, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THE TECH

I don't let anything with a hoof anywhere near my car.

Spot-on... LoL

Stronghammer · 01-22-2013, 11:52 AM

I plan on hoofing it out to the parking lot to check on the M as soon as I am free

GewoW · 01-22-2013, 12:06 PM

LOOOOOOOL this thread wins

01-21-2013, 05:14 PM	#1
Munit Banned 33 Rep 220 Posts Drives: m3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Reminder to check under the hoof often Soo I am assuming many of us often pop our hoods for either cleaning, gazing or modding etc. I just had my cars plugs changed at the dealer under warranty 3000 miles ago. I pop my hood atleast every week for a variety of reasons. Popped it last week to see green coolant coming out of one of the coolan hoses going to the radiator. Engine temps were always normal and no signs. But dealer diagnosed system only holding 5psi and clear leak. Had I not seen this, eventually the leak would have gotten much bigger quickly and obviously a coolant leak means pulling over and a tow truck. Luckily saw this, drove to dealer and no biggie. Just a reminder that always good to check tires, under the hood etc. Especially in warm climates where heat wears out rubber
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Vic311 Banned 42 Rep 1,463 Posts Drives: 2011 e92 M3 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	6 Easy Steps to Check Under the Hoof 1.Make sure your horse is calm and not wanting to wander off - there is no point trying to ask it to stand on 3 legs if there is a load of excitement going on. 2.Start on one side. Introduce yourself, and let the horse know you have good intentions - give him gentle strokes on his neck and shoulder and speak to him softly. 3.Run your hand down the leg, and tap the back of his leg. 4.Squeeze the leg above the fetlock if the horse doesn't automatically pick up the leg at the first command. 5.Hold the hoof in one hand. 6.Remove any material from the frog of the hoof with your fingers a brush or a pick.
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Munit Banned 33 Rep 220 Posts Drives: m3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	LOL was serious-didnt catch the spelling mistake until checked back tonight. That does sound like another "great" m3 board thread! in reality it was meant to be a helpful one!
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