What have you done with or to your M3 today?

bmwpower603 · 06-22-2019, 01:22 PM

Did transmission fluid.

Had a notchy feeling when going from 1st gear to 2nd gear.

Feels much better now.

Note* I did snap off one of the bolts going to the protecting pan

(One was already snapped off)

I didn’t take it seriously when ista mentioned they might need to be replaced.

SAMM3Y · 06-22-2019, 03:16 PM

Bought this ashtray gauge pod from a forum member.. it was painted white professionally but it didn't match my whip so I sanded it and painted it wrinkle black. One gauge is gonna be for diff temp, one for water temp for air to water intercooler for S/C and not sure what to make the third, any suggestions? I already have an awron gauge for boost and everything else but don't wanna leave an empty hole. Also installed temp sensor in differential.

Bartledoo · 06-22-2019, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAMM3Y

Bought this ashtray gauge pod from a forum member.. it was painted white professionally but it didn't match my whip so I sanded it and painted it wrinkle black. One gauge is gonna be for diff temp, one for water temp for air to water intercooler for S/C and not sure what to make the third, any suggestions? I already have an awron gauge for boost and everything else but don't wanna leave an empty hole. Also installed temp sensor in differential.

Coolant temp maybe?

Camnyc · 06-22-2019, 08:55 PM

Finished up the vf650 install on my E90. Bring on the boost

fragments · 06-22-2019, 09:49 PM

Installed my lip finally..

Timujin · 06-22-2019, 10:53 PM

Good times. 105F and A/C worked great. Dialed up 10 clicks out on the Ohlins...and drove M240 & M340s on the track.

brettcp · 06-22-2019, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Timujin

This should be fun.

Hell yeah! How was it? I can't wait to go out there again, want to do the advanced M class next.

XKxRome0ox · 06-23-2019, 01:41 AM

had a very productive evening

1. take off intake and plenum to reinstall plenum (hoping to get rid of an odd buzzing noise)
2. install macht schnell stage 2 intake kit (filter, air filter elbow, air scoops)
3. swap out black glossy kidney grill and install matte black kidney grill
4. clutch stop
5. finally install ZHP shift knob

the intake by itself ... hard to really notice any difference except at higher rpm
but intake plus valved exhaust open - much more low end growl and throaty sound

clutch stop made that clutch travel super short
very responsive

the zhp shift knob feels great

friend gave me his f80 m3 alcantra shift boot to use in my car ... it is sort of clunky for now
will have to re-fit it to look a little nicer later

XKxRome0ox · 06-23-2019, 01:48 AM

is it normal to see some oil here?
when i took off the plenum today, i noticed oil in this area and 2 other spots

the photo was taken after i had wiped it off ...
but it was right there where the hole is... and there is a connection underneath

SAMM3Y · 06-23-2019, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

is it normal to see some oil here?
when i took off the plenum today, i noticed oil in this area and 2 other spots

the photo was taken after i had wiped it off ...
but it was right there where the hole is... and there is a connection underneath

Yes

Timujin · 06-23-2019, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brettcp

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timujin

This should be fun.

Hell yeah! How was it? I can't wait to go out there again, want to do the advanced M class next.

I did the 8 hour school. We only had 10 in our class and that was split into two. It was fun. Instructors were great. Chris Hill is a nut. His M3 hot lap was very sideways around the entire track.
If you see some deals on low mileage M240s and M340s don't do it! These cars went from hot laps to shut off all day. I could hear the turbos crying.

Full day sessions are full which sucks because I would like to drive a M5, but there are a lot of AM & PM 1/2 day sessions (M2-4) for M Track Days in October.

SAMM3Y · 06-23-2019, 06:05 PM

Wired up the diff gauge and water temp gauge... it's cool they go amber with the headlights on.. not bad for $55/each from prosport via ECS. I will have to get creative with how they attach to the pod itself because none of the hardware provided works with this pod.

Timujin · 06-23-2019, 07:02 PM

Nice displays^

Oil is draining while I am at Costco. Picked up a 36mm socket and this low profile rectangular oil drain pan from Autozone. Able to jack one side get plugs out and drop jack for even flow. FCP delivered my stuff early which is cool.

LaoBron · 06-23-2019, 10:18 PM

Saw a good deal on a tv for the bedroom 55" fits nicely in the back.

Scharbag · 06-23-2019, 10:35 PM

Met up with some island M people and hung at European cars and coffee. Wonderful assortment of cars!!

virjose · 06-23-2019, 10:43 PM

Semi-annual sealant applied

Helmsman · 06-24-2019, 04:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAMM3Y

Wired up the diff gauge and water temp gauge... it's cool they go amber with the headlights on.. not bad for $55/each from prosport via ECS. I will have to get creative with how they attach to the pod itself because none of the hardware provided works with this pod.

+love the seat protection while working on your car...

jd501 · 06-24-2019, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Scharbag

Met up with some island M people and hung at European cars and coffee. Wonderful assortment of cars!!

The black E46 isn't a CSL right? Don't think I see a CF roof.

I know they weren't sold there, but supposedly it's easier to import them into CA than the US.

Scharbag · 06-24-2019, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jd501

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scharbag

Met up with some island M people and hung at European cars and coffee. Wonderful assortment of cars!!

The black E46 isn't a CSL right? Don't think I see a CF roof.

I know they weren't sold there, but supposedly it's easier to import them into CA than the US.

It is not a CSL. 😞

PAM3Guy · 06-24-2019, 09:21 AM

Installed an Apple Carplay emulator unit to my CIC system (bought from Alibaba), and gave her a wash yesterday.

nah dude · 06-24-2019, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by PACarGuy

Installed an Apple Carplay emulator unit to my CIC system (bought from Alibaba), and gave her a wash yesterday.

Which one did you get and how do you like it?

Timujin · 06-24-2019, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by noneedlessnoise

Quote:

Originally Posted by PACarGuy

Installed an Apple Carplay emulator unit to my CIC system (bought from Alibaba), and gave her a wash yesterday.

Which one did you get and how do you like it?

yeah

06-22-2019, 01:22 PM	#9593
bmwpower603 Lieutenant 229 Rep 487 Posts Drives: E36 m3 coupe 08 e90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	Did transmission fluid. Had a notchy feeling when going from 1st gear to 2nd gear. Feels much better now. Note* I did snap off one of the bolts going to the protecting pan (One was already snapped off) I didn’t take it seriously when ista mentioned they might need to be replaced. Last edited by bmwpower603; 06-22-2019 at 04:39 PM..
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SAMM3Y Colonel 3110 Rep 2,747 Posts Drives: 2008 m3 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: NorCal iTrader: (2)	Bought this ashtray gauge pod from a forum member.. it was painted white professionally but it didn't match my whip so I sanded it and painted it wrinkle black. One gauge is gonna be for diff temp, one for water temp for air to water intercooler for S/C and not sure what to make the third, any suggestions? I already have an awron gauge for boost and everything else but don't wanna leave an empty hole. Also installed temp sensor in differential. Attached Images __________________ 9ers
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06-22-2019, 10:53 PM	#9598
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06-23-2019, 01:41 AM	#9600
XKxRome0ox e90noob 1632 Rep 1,890 Posts Drives: '08 E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (4)	had a very productive evening 1. take off intake and plenum to reinstall plenum (hoping to get rid of an odd buzzing noise) 2. install macht schnell stage 2 intake kit (filter, air filter elbow, air scoops) 3. swap out black glossy kidney grill and install matte black kidney grill 4. clutch stop 5. finally install ZHP shift knob the intake by itself ... hard to really notice any difference except at higher rpm but intake plus valved exhaust open - much more low end growl and throaty sound clutch stop made that clutch travel super short very responsive the zhp shift knob feels great friend gave me his f80 m3 alcantra shift boot to use in my car ... it is sort of clunky for now will have to re-fit it to look a little nicer later __________________ 2008 E90 M3 / LCI trunk + euro tail swap Production date - 2008-04-22 Last edited by XKxRome0ox; 06-23-2019 at 01:50 AM..
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XKxRome0ox e90noob 1632 Rep 1,890 Posts Drives: '08 E90 M3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (4)	is it normal to see some oil here? when i took off the plenum today, i noticed oil in this area and 2 other spots the photo was taken after i had wiped it off ... but it was right there where the hole is... and there is a connection underneath __________________ 2008 E90 M3 / LCI trunk + euro tail swap Production date - 2008-04-22
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SAMM3Y Colonel 3110 Rep 2,747 Posts Drives: 2008 m3 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: NorCal iTrader: (2)	Wired up the diff gauge and water temp gauge... it's cool they go amber with the headlights on.. not bad for $55/each from prosport via ECS. I will have to get creative with how they attach to the pod itself because none of the hardware provided works with this pod. Attached Images __________________ 9ers
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06-23-2019, 07:02 PM	#9605
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06-23-2019, 10:43 PM	#9608
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