What have you done with or to your M3 today?

rochoa21 · 10-09-2018, 11:43 AM

Going to work

DBLANCO · 10-09-2018, 12:36 PM

Exhaust mod in the works!

Shiza · 10-09-2018, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by skorpiond

Exhaust mod in the works!

modding on temp tags

rockstar93 · 10-09-2018, 12:58 PM

JBSpeed High-Kick Spoiler, IND Painted Reflectors, and ceramic coated.

This is a quick picture from my detailer, unfortunately it's rained every day since this was done so I haven't gotten great pictures. Very impressed with the outcome.

Teufel_Hunden · 10-09-2018, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Reed

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Originally Posted by skorpiond

Exhaust mod in the works!

modding on temp tags

Exactly what I thought. Wasting no time

lancerr · 10-09-2018, 01:24 PM

Just took a picture of her as I was walking back into the office. The lighting was just right.

Changed up the exhaust tips to get them aligned with the diffuser - replaced chrome with black chrome.

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Up Next: Deciding on DTM headlights and trying to figure out how to fix the previous owner's bad tint job on the rear windows without screwing up the defroster cables.

PAM3Guy · 10-09-2018, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Just took a picture of her as I was walking back into the office. The lighting was just right.

Changed up the exhaust tips to get them aligned with the diffuser - replaced chrome with black chrome.

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Up Next: Deciding on DTM headlights and trying to figure out how to fix the previous owner's bad tint job on the rear windows without screwing up the defroster cables.

Beautiful. What rear diffuser is that?

lancerr · 10-09-2018, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by PACarGuy

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Just took a picture of her as I was walking back into the office. The lighting was just right.

Changed up the exhaust tips to get them aligned with the diffuser - replaced chrome with black chrome.

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Up Next: Deciding on DTM headlights and trying to figure out how to fix the previous owner's bad tint job on the rear windows without screwing up the defroster cables.

Beautiful. What rear diffuser is that?

Its an Arkym replica from Ebay.

mrdoja · 10-09-2018, 03:26 PM

Active Autowerks test pipe / oem xpipe install.
Sick and tired of searching for good used OEM ZCP wheels so just bit the bullet and bought new set, and ordered new shoes for the girl - MPSS 255/35 and 275/35

brettcp · 10-09-2018, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Which iDrive controller did you go with?

lancerr · 10-09-2018, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by brettcp

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Which iDrive controller did you go with?

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Originally Posted by brettcp

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Which iDrive controller did you go with?

This one. thinking of changing up the gear shift knob to something different as well and figuring out what to do with interior trim. I could continue the fiery orange color theme inside. Options/Options.

brettcp · 10-09-2018, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by lancerr

This one. thinking of changing up the gear shift knob to something different as well and figuring out what to do with interior trim. I could continue the fiery orange color theme inside. Options/Options.

Is that the AVIN one? How's the build quality of it? I was looking at that recently as well.

lancerr · 10-09-2018, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by brettcp

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Originally Posted by lancerr

This one. thinking of changing up the gear shift knob to something different as well and figuring out what to do with interior trim. I could continue the fiery orange color theme inside. Options/Options.

Is that the AVIN one? How's the build quality of it? I was looking at that recently as well.

Build quality is 6/10. I havent found anything better though. The AvinUSA looks similar but i got mine on ebay - the options are the same though so i am a bit suspicious but i just ordered the Avin one.

tony093 · 10-09-2018, 04:24 PM

I took mine for the blower & airbag recall
I was back on road in 2 1/2 hours.

Gbiz · 10-09-2018, 06:21 PM

Finally after a long while, I did some work to my M3.

First, she got new shoes. I decided on the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500XLs after seeing a lot of good reviews. Very reasonably priced on Tire Rack; I got 255/35 19 for the fronts and 275/35 19 for the rear on my ZCP wheel set. So far they've been great.

Second, I converted to wheel studs. I bought the MRG Titanium 12x1.5 Stud Conversion Kit 75mm Stud Length from Vivid Racing. A bit much in retrospect for the modification, but a set of five for each wheel weighs in at 8 7/8 oz. vs. the steel bolts that were 14 1/4 oz. Price per dollar, not really worth it but so far I like them and they accommodate up to a 15mm wheel spacer. Also to note, they don't like to be torqued more than 19FT LBS into the hub.

Third, I finally decided to replace the subwoofers under the seats with Bavsound 8 ohm Ghost Underseat Subwoofers. I got these in the clearance store for my DIRAC audio. These are fairly easy to install; you just have to be careful with over torquing the screws during the installation. I've had some time to test these out and I even tested driver side first prior to installing the passenger speaker and it's definitely noticeable. I even took the M for a 5-hour round trip ride to Charlottesville, VA blasting everything from Metallica to some recent Pop music and they're fairly nice. An additional note and unexpected surprise: I decided to weigh the stock speaker and the Bavsound speaker. Stock is 3lbs 9 3/4 oz vs. 2 lbs 4 3/4 oz. for an unexpected loss of 2lbs 10 oz.

Next on the list that I have been sitting on since Black Friday last year is a set of AP Racing BBK. Now that I'm getting to see my car more often now, I hope to get them on next month!

Here are the pictures of everything below, enjoy!

titleiststud · 10-09-2018, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lancerr

Just took a picture of her as I was walking back into the office. The lighting was just right.

Changed up the exhaust tips to get them aligned with the diffuser - replaced chrome with black chrome.

Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights.

Up Next: Deciding on DTM headlights and trying to figure out how to fix the previous owner's bad tint job on the rear windows without screwing up the defroster cables.

What front lip is that? Looks great!

Bemo · 10-09-2018, 10:34 PM

Racking up the miles while waiting for SYT_Shadow to do the RBs.

V8_stormtrooper · 10-09-2018, 11:38 PM

Fitted 19" Satin Black 359 rims with 12mm spacers all round heading for rod bearing upgrade now

Aries326 · 10-10-2018, 02:56 AM

I just bought my M3 so I bought a bunch of stuff in **********s.

Dinan Intake
CF mirror covers
Lux Angel Eyes
Matte Black kidney grills
Matte Black hood vents
Matte Black fender grills

OEM exhaust mod to be done this weekend.

shimmy23 · 10-10-2018, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by mrdoja

Active Autowerks test pipe / oem xpipe install.
Sick and tired of searching for good used OEM ZCP wheels so just bit the bullet and bought new set, and ordered new shoes for the girl - MPSS 255/35 and 275/35

People want too much for a used set. You made the right decision. Spend a little more and have a new setup

boostboost · 10-10-2018, 02:30 PM

Installed some pedal haus pedals my gf got me for my birthday

boostboost · 10-10-2018, 02:33 PM

10-09-2018, 11:43 AM	#7129
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10-09-2018, 12:58 PM	#7132
rockstar93 Lieutenant 329 Rep 528 Posts Drives: E86 Z4MC; E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Cambridge, Ontario iTrader: (8) Garage List 2011 BMW E92 M3 [0.00] 2006 BMW Z4M Coupe [0.00]	JBSpeed High-Kick Spoiler, IND Painted Reflectors, and ceramic coated. This is a quick picture from my detailer, unfortunately it's rained every day since this was done so I haven't gotten great pictures. Very impressed with the outcome. __________________ E46 M3 Coupe 6MT Jet Black/Cinnamon GONE E85 Z4M Roadster Imola Red/Black GONE E90 M3 Sedan 6MT Jerez Black/Fox Red GONE E86 Z4M Coupe Interlagos Blue/Black E92 M3 Coupe 6MT Interlagos Blue/Fox Red - Build Thread
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lancerr First Lieutenant 355 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 2009 e92 m3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: california iTrader: (1)	A lot of little things Just took a picture of her as I was walking back into the office. The lighting was just right. Changed up the exhaust tips to get them aligned with the diffuser - replaced chrome with black chrome. Detailed the interior. Replaced the iDrive controller with a larger one. Polished my headlights. Up Next: Deciding on DTM headlights and trying to figure out how to fix the previous owner's bad tint job on the rear windows without screwing up the defroster cables. Attached Images
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mrdoja Private 35 Rep 58 Posts Drives: E92 6MT Alpine White Fox Red Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Marlton, NJ iTrader: (0)	Active Autowerks test pipe / oem xpipe install. Sick and tired of searching for good used OEM ZCP wheels so just bit the bullet and bought new set, and ordered new shoes for the girl - MPSS 255/35 and 275/35
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10-09-2018, 06:21 PM	#7143
Gbiz Fo Shizzle 80 Rep 500 Posts Drives: . Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: . iTrader: (21)	Finally after a long while, I did some work to my M3. First, she got new shoes. I decided on the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500XLs after seeing a lot of good reviews. Very reasonably priced on Tire Rack; I got 255/35 19 for the fronts and 275/35 19 for the rear on my ZCP wheel set. So far they've been great. Second, I converted to wheel studs. I bought the MRG Titanium 12x1.5 Stud Conversion Kit 75mm Stud Length from Vivid Racing. A bit much in retrospect for the modification, but a set of five for each wheel weighs in at 8 7/8 oz. vs. the steel bolts that were 14 1/4 oz. Price per dollar, not really worth it but so far I like them and they accommodate up to a 15mm wheel spacer. Also to note, they don't like to be torqued more than 19FT LBS into the hub. Third, I finally decided to replace the subwoofers under the seats with Bavsound 8 ohm Ghost Underseat Subwoofers. I got these in the clearance store for my DIRAC audio. These are fairly easy to install; you just have to be careful with over torquing the screws during the installation. I've had some time to test these out and I even tested driver side first prior to installing the passenger speaker and it's definitely noticeable. I even took the M for a 5-hour round trip ride to Charlottesville, VA blasting everything from Metallica to some recent Pop music and they're fairly nice. An additional note and unexpected surprise: I decided to weigh the stock speaker and the Bavsound speaker. Stock is 3lbs 9 3/4 oz vs. 2 lbs 4 3/4 oz. for an unexpected loss of 2lbs 10 oz. Next on the list that I have been sitting on since Black Friday last year is a set of AP Racing BBK. Now that I'm getting to see my car more often now, I hope to get them on next month! Here are the pictures of everything below, enjoy! Attached Images
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10-09-2018, 10:34 PM	#7145
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