oil filler cap

shark330i · 12-26-2005, 08:29 PM

may seem like a silly question....but....I just purchased an aluminum oil filler cap from Bimmian and am having a hard time removing the stock filler cap. It is 'hinged' onto a ring which is attached to the oil fill hole. I don't want to break off the ring, if possible. Has anyone removed the stock cap and replaced it with an aftermarket one? Thanks for the info...

Oz · 12-26-2005, 08:42 PM

I don't know the answer to your question but does changing the oil filler cap really makes a difference?

shark330i · 12-26-2005, 08:50 PM

A 'difference'>>no<<purely aesthetics. I do what I can to improve some of the visual properties of the vehicles I own. While it's not a show car, I am getting active in the Suncoast chapter of BMWCCCA where we show and autocross our vehicles. Little things like the billet chromed aluminum add a nice touch. Thanks for askin', though.

Oz · 12-26-2005, 09:32 PM

Thanks for answering the questions. Please take a picture and show us how it looks. I don't think it has been mentioned in this forum since I have been a member..

shark330i · 12-27-2005, 05:07 PM

No problemo.

David328M-Sport · 12-27-2005, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Oz

I don't know the answer to your question but does changing the oil filler cap really makes a difference?

I heard that it can add an extra 5kw AND extend the life of the long life oil further. Nice find.

No offense intended shark.

ksfrogman · 12-27-2005, 07:39 PM

Nothing wrong with customizing. It's not like this distasteful. Why don't you call Bimmian and ask them? Others have probably asked them the same question.

UncleWede · 12-28-2005, 10:26 AM

Only 5kw? Dang, I'm waiting for the next gerneration then.

David328M-Sport · 12-28-2005, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

Only 5kw? Dang, I'm waiting for the next gerneration then.

at least someone appreciated my post. thanks.

Oz · 12-28-2005, 03:33 PM

I really want this oil cap now. Let me know the price

shark330i · 12-28-2005, 06:22 PM

Got the oil cap installed today. The stock cap needs to literally snap off of the filler tube. Once the cap is disengaged, the remaining 'ring' is attached beneath the rim of the filler tube. A small flat head screw driver can carefully be pried beneath the plastic ring and it will snap off. WOW, I did gain a whole 5 rwhp....!

Just being a smart a$$!! I'll post some pics if someone would like me to.

Milehigh E90 · 12-28-2005, 06:29 PM

Of couse we want pictures!

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shark330i Private First Class 4 Rep 105 Posts Drives: 2008 335i; Jet Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bradenton, fl iTrader: (1)	oil filler cap may seem like a silly question....but....I just purchased an aluminum oil filler cap from Bimmian and am having a hard time removing the stock filler cap. It is 'hinged' onto a ring which is attached to the oil fill hole. I don't want to break off the ring, if possible. Has anyone removed the stock cap and replaced it with an aftermarket one? Thanks for the info...
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I don't know the answer to your question but does changing the oil filler cap really makes a difference? __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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shark330i Private First Class 4 Rep 105 Posts Drives: 2008 335i; Jet Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bradenton, fl iTrader: (1)	A 'difference'>>no<<purely aesthetics. I do what I can to improve some of the visual properties of the vehicles I own. While it's not a show car, I am getting active in the Suncoast chapter of BMWCCCA where we show and autocross our vehicles. Little things like the billet chromed aluminum add a nice touch. Thanks for askin', though.
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12-26-2005, 09:32 PM	#4
Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Thanks for answering the questions. Please take a picture and show us how it looks. I don't think it has been mentioned in this forum since I have been a member.. __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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shark330i Private First Class 4 Rep 105 Posts Drives: 2008 335i; Jet Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bradenton, fl iTrader: (1)	No problemo.
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ksfrogman Major General 574 Rep 6,750 Posts Drives: E90 330i 6MT Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Torrance, CA iTrader: (12) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	Nothing wrong with customizing. It's not like this distasteful. Why don't you call Bimmian and ask them? Others have probably asked them the same question. __________________
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UncleWede Long Time Admirer, First Time Owner 17998 Rep 9,378 Posts Drives: G01 X3 M40i Dark Graphite Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oxnard, CA iTrader: (0)	Only 5kw? Dang, I'm waiting for the next gerneration then.
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Oz Lieutenant Colonel 33 Rep 1,770 Posts Drives: 2006 330i, 2004 X5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Wayne, NJ iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	I really want this oil cap now. Let me know the price __________________ 2006 330i Steptronic/Alpine White/Black Leather/Burl Walnut Trim/Premium Package/iDrive/Heated Seats/Winter: STYLE 159 Blizzak LM-22 RFT/Summer: TBD 2004 X5 Steptronic/Alpine White/Grey Leather/Poplar Trim/Premium Package/Heated Seats/iPod Adapter
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shark330i Private First Class 4 Rep 105 Posts Drives: 2008 335i; Jet Black Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bradenton, fl iTrader: (1)	Got the oil cap installed today. The stock cap needs to literally snap off of the filler tube. Once the cap is disengaged, the remaining 'ring' is attached beneath the rim of the filler tube. A small flat head screw driver can carefully be pried beneath the plastic ring and it will snap off. WOW, I did gain a whole 5 rwhp....! Just being a smart a$$!! I'll post some pics if someone would like me to.
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Milehigh E90 Private First Class 8 Rep 111 Posts Drives: 2006 330xi Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Denver iTrader: (0)	Of couse we want pictures! __________________ 2006 330xi Sparkling Graphite, Aluminum and Black leather, 6 speed, iDrive, Preminum, Sport, Cold packages, 18" wheels, Satellite Radio, Comfort Access. Added: Strut Tower Brace, Grouppe M Intake, Dinan Exhaust, 19" ASA Rims, CF Mirrors Covers, CDV. And MORE to come!
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