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BOSBMW wrote
That steering wheel though :bow:

Where can I buy one?!
https://www.ebay.com/str/dbcarparts

Here’s mine but with carbon trim. I’m sure you can get him to swap it out.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/398022245377?_skw=e92&itmmeta=01KY96H2J5ED16YT4VF7EQJ4TN&hash=item5cabf97c01:g:xVkAAeSwKYdqITNy

Bought 2 wheels from this seller along with some armrests. Super happy with quality and finish.

Here’s the wheel for my e82 135is.
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AlpineG05 wrote
Gloss black vents and tinted turn signals from IND-Distribution's user avatarIND-Distribution with carbon trim.

From Europe: Flat bottom steering wheel (JQ werks magnetic carbon paddle shifters) and armrest with M stitching.

Dinmann rear carbon console. Not perfectly flush with front console, but will fill gaps with some black felt. Should be ok. Yes I know, carbon isn’t an exact match to vent shroud.
How heavy is the steering wheel compared to stock please ? I bought one from ebay about a year ago, and it was super heavy compared to the stock which is very light. It felt like it removed some of the road feel and I sold it... If it's a redone oem wheel, it should be still light... Thanks!
TheMechanic wrote
How heavy is the steering wheel compared to stock please ? I bought one from ebay about a year ago, and it was super heavy compared to the stock which is very light. It felt like it removed some of the road feel and I sold it... If it's a redone oem wheel, it should be still light... Thanks!
I believe it’s refurbished OEM. Although I didn’t weigh either one, I’d say the weight is close to identical.
spammysammich wrote
Seattle to Vancouver work trip before I put her on quickjacks for the brake flush and spark plugs.
bro has the brightest dakar yellow M3
omgzirra_exe wrote
bro has the brightest dakar yellow M3
Got lucky with the lighting and Griots has been helping me out for the last 5 years. They’re local to me so I’ve been getting tips and tricks from them to help maintain the paint and deal with some pesky water spots.
spammysammich wrote
Got lucky with the lighting and Griots has been helping me out for the last 5 years. They’re local to me so I’ve been getting tips and tricks from them to help maintain the paint and deal with some pesky water spots.
it looks good though, i need to hit my car with a cut and polish... has been 7 years and i don't really wash it lmao.
omgzirra_exe wrote
it looks good though, i need to hit my car with a cut and polish... has been 7 years and i don't really wash it lmao.
Oh yeah, Sonax perfect finish has been my cheat code. Even works on my shitty butter soft Subaru clear without punching holes through it. Orange pad if I need a heavy cut, black for polishing. So easy even an idiot like me can do it. I just wish I had the time to paint correct more often.
The carbon fiber intake experience is complete. Heading out now.
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I see you put the panel filter housings and seal back on. Your pics of the Turner covers inspired me to go that route after a few years of exposed ECU cover and brake stuff. You'll get better sound from the plenum without the housings/seal. I know the seal provides cooling benefits but for a street car doubt it matters.
Got some rubbers for the rubber
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THEROK wrote
Got some rubbers for the rubber
Ok...ummmm, whyyyy? 🤔
Gave her a wash..
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smokinjoe64 wrote
Ok...ummmm, whyyyy? 🤔
flat spot prevention when the car is not driven for weeks/months at a time.
omgzirra_exe wrote
flat spot prevention when the car is not driven for weeks/months at a time.
Yeah I get that if tires 'elevated'...sittin' on another basically flat, 'textured rubber', surface really flat spot prevention? Maybe missin' sumthin' :confused2

Best solution -> drive the damn thang every now-n-again, right? :thumsup:
smokinjoe64 wrote
Yeah I get that if tires 'elevated'...sittin' on another basically flat, 'textured rubber', surface really flat spot prevention? Maybe missin' sumthin' :confused2

Best solution -> drive the damn thang every now-n-again, right? :thumsup:
I just went back and looked, hard to tell with the black on black lol and high blackspots in the image.

def can't see the cut out for the cushion.

unsure my self now.
omgzirra_exe wrote
I just went back and looked, hard to tell with the black on black lol and high blackspots in the image.

def can't see the cut out for the cushion.

unsure my self now.
It's certainly plausible, used on my RV yrs ago.

Basically specialized curved pads with high-density foam, heavy-duty rubber to cradle shape of tire...pic was not of apparent of contour.
NBD, jus an observation...
Couple of shots now that the car has had an alignment and settled after the b12 suspension install.
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smokinjoe64 wrote
Best solution -> drive the damn thang every now-n-again, right? :thumsup:
Agreed, but I shockingly have a life other than driving my cars and my M3 has 12K miles. :party0030:
THEROK wrote
Agreed, but I shockingly have a life other than driving my cars and my M3 has 12K miles. :party0030:
i just hit 165k today lmao
THEROK wrote
Agreed, but I shockingly have a life other than driving my cars and my M3 has 12K miles. :party0030:
:laughabov
Touché'...understood & likewise ;)
Yet still, enjoy driving that pristine M3 every time ya can :thumsup:
I was motivated to give her a wash due to meeting up with Three Pedal Steve's user avatarThree Pedal Steve tomorrow in Highlands NC. Keep in mind the car will be 18 years old on August 8th next week (I took delivery at the BMW Performance Center near Greer, SC on 8/8/08.). Oh and the grass needs cutting. Typically, when I wash my car, it usually rains the next day or very soon after - and now I see rain in the forecast... More often than not, the rain serves to wash the car. If you look carefully you'll see the carbon roof is in bad shape due to the clear coat failure. It's scheduled to be refurbished the last week of next month as a birthday present for her. Nothing wrong with a little bit of TLC to keep her looking her best. I suppose car years are not the same as people years regarding aging. Sort of like dog years. But she has been kept in good shape. Lots of things still to get done though, before the end of the year such as Valve Covers, Injectors, Spark Plugs, and fixing the sagging roof lining. A nip and tuck is all she needs.
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