What have you done with or to your M3 today?

Timujin · 02-26-2019, 01:57 PM

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After reading old threads I am in with the out crowd. After all I just bought a 9+ year old car 9 months ago. Spacers are so 2009.

Cleaned up some rotor rust and used some anti-seize. First attempt I got SWS at 75MPH plus. Removed the wheels again and torqued everything down with each wheel slightly touching the ground after a very progressive star pattern wheel bolt tightening sequence using speeds 1-2 on the cordless impact with the wheels in the air. The factory BBS wheels have cut outs & holes visible from the front between the bolt holes so you know where to center the wheel on the Turner spacers which also have cut outs. This made things easy to line up. SWS 100% gone up to 100MPH.

Spacers are a different color because of the deal I got. This set of brake pads and rotors will be the last on this car.

What does that mean? You'll sell it before it needs them again or the car won't last long enough?

Lol this bish might be sold or Brembo 380s may go on. The existing brakes are worn. Rotors almost too thin and pads are right behind the rotors.

ItsGary · 02-26-2019, 05:00 PM

Well overdue for an oil change lol. Currently @ 10k KMs but it has been cold and I havent been driving hard.

Also gonna get gas and ship back my old plugs to fcp

Timujin · 02-26-2019, 06:35 PM

Ohlins R&T installed at MRF. Had some coding done as well.

XKxRome0ox · 02-26-2019, 08:16 PM

[img]https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7802/...167b67ec_c.jpg[/img]
picked up coding thingy from Alex/Alpine Tuning
will attempt tonight

edit - very easy to install the engine tune following the directions

updated engine software
optimized for 91 octane
I can definitely feel better power delivery starting down low
because i drove around a bit and then drove the same road right after the tune

m3jala · 02-26-2019, 09:57 PM

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Gave my car a good clean, and finally shined the tyres

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Sexy. The significant other must be jealous.

m3jala · 02-26-2019, 09:59 PM

Shredded it from a stop sign. Actually didn't fully intend it but went with it once the tires started slipping on the cold asphalt. Got a thumbs up and a grin from my stop sign colleague at the next stop. Everyone's looking forward to the spring in my neighborhood.

6ixSpd · 02-26-2019, 10:06 PM

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Got the seats in...but, I need to get the car out of the garage for better pictures.

Also, if anyone needs a set of extremely well taken care of black novillo seats (about 20k on them), let me know! I'll be making a post soon.

Nice! I can't wait to get mine finished and installed. Currently working on integrating the OEM heated seat controls with aftermarket elements.

turbosocal · 02-26-2019, 10:32 PM

At 95k mi finally did rod bearings at MRF (thanks to Malek). Also installed KW Clubsports (loving the ride and stance), new motor mounts and MRF solid aluminum subframe mounts. Like a new (improved) car!

RC Post · 02-26-2019, 11:10 PM

No pic but got my oil changed and brake fluid flushed at MRF.

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Originally Posted by Timujin

Ohlins R&T installed at MRF. Had some coding done as well.

Looking good! Nice talking with you while getting my car serviced.

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At 95k mi finally did rod bearings at MRF (thanks to Malek). Also installed KW Clubsports (loving the ride and stance), new motor mounts and MRF solid aluminum subframe mounts. Like a new (improved) car!

Malek is the man. Glad to have someone like him in our community.

Raek · 02-27-2019, 07:46 AM

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Nice! I can't wait to get mine finished and installed. Currently working on integrating the OEM heated seat controls with aftermarket elements.

I was going to do the heated option for the Recaros (should be easy, since my car didn't have heated seats), but honestly, I only drive the car in warm weather and Alcantara doesn't get freezing cold.

My biggest issue now is matching up the rest of the interior and doing a rear seat delete.

turbo_joe · 02-27-2019, 12:04 PM

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I was going to do the heated option for the Recaros (should be easy, since my car didn't have heated seats), but honestly, I only drive the car in warm weather and Alcantara doesn't get freezing cold.

My biggest issue now is matching up the rest of the interior and doing a rear seat delete.

Rear seat delete isn't too hard to build yourself. This is what I built when I caged my car. I finished off the center console with a modified sedan ac vent.

SAMM3Y · 02-27-2019, 11:49 PM

Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

PAM3Guy · 02-28-2019, 08:12 AM

Awaiting the completion of the replacement of my diff under my extended warranty. Tech originally thought the rear end noise might be the axle shafts or wheel bearings, but apparently the diff needs replacing. 61K miles on the clock. After this, this car will be like new, LOL.

wfdeacon88 · 02-28-2019, 08:35 AM

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Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

Damn this looks phenomenal. I wish you were my neighbor so you could come knock out my valve cover gaskets!

LuckiSevens · 02-28-2019, 09:16 AM

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Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

Looks very nice, I wouldn't have done the tensioners tho

ItsGary · 02-28-2019, 11:02 AM

Want to wash my car but its too cold. Might just pay someone for a paint correction soon.

SAMM3Y · 02-28-2019, 11:14 AM

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Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

Looks very nice, I wouldn't have done the tensioners tho

I figure it's 6061 aluminum and should be ok in the oven at 350 for an hour or two but if they crack or shatter I'll be sure to post it for a
"I told you so". Lol thanks

LuckiSevens · 02-28-2019, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by SAMM3Y

Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

Looks very nice, I wouldn't have done the tensioners tho

I figure it's 6061 aluminum and should be ok in the oven at 350 for an hour or two but if they crack or shatter I'll be sure to post it for a
"I told you so". Lol thanks

Lol... I mean the alu contrast with the red would have been better but hey that's just my preference. Heads look great, should have come that way from the factory.

Not Sure · 02-28-2019, 12:26 PM

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Lol... I mean the alu contrast with the red would have been better but hey that's just my preference. Heads look great, should have come that way from the factory.

why did you change your username and location, Fitz?

Aries326 · 02-28-2019, 01:38 PM

Just got my car back from the shop. Had the bumper resprayed. Splitters, mode carbon skirts, OEM trunk spoiler installed. Front splitters don't fit perfect despite sanding and cutting them. I'll switch to OEM or something else. Here are some pics my wife took. I'll follow up with some legit pictures when I get home.

eswaroop · 02-28-2019, 09:23 PM

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Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

How did you change the valve covers to red - Presume you had them cleaned and repainted somehow - those look nice!

SAMM3Y · 02-28-2019, 10:18 PM

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Changed the plugs and installed the vc's.. plugs have unknown mileage there wasn't an issue just an opportunity and they don't look great...

How did you change the valve covers to red - Presume you had them cleaned and repainted somehow - those look nice!

Yes sir, cerakoted at the local powder coater. Just started her up for the first time since doing TA rebuild, spark plugs and new vc gaskets, hardware and refinish. No hiccups!! No codes we are good for now. Here's a few pics of finished product and the wrinkle red cerakote under light, it really glows..

02-26-2019, 05:00 PM	#8274
ItsGary Colonel 1473 Rep 2,340 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 M3 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	Well overdue for an oil change lol. Currently @ 10k KMs but it has been cold and I havent been driving hard. Also gonna get gas and ship back my old plugs to fcp __________________ '09 ///M3 Sedan - Jerez Black/Fox Red Ext. '09 335i Coupe - Alpine White/Black - SOLD
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m3jala Captain 549 Rep 765 Posts Drives: Jet Black 2013 BMW M3 Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Tysons Corner, VA iTrader: (0)	Shredded it from a stop sign. Actually didn't fully intend it but went with it once the tires started slipping on the cold asphalt. Got a thumbs up and a grin from my stop sign colleague at the next stop. Everyone's looking forward to the spring in my neighborhood.
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Aries326 Lieutenant Colonel 204 Rep 1,531 Posts Drives: 2008 Z4 3.0si, 2013 E92 M3 ZCP Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2013 E92 M3 [0.00] 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si [9.00]	Just got my car back from the shop. Had the bumper resprayed. Splitters, mode carbon skirts, OEM trunk spoiler installed. Front splitters don't fit perfect despite sanding and cutting them. I'll switch to OEM or something else. Here are some pics my wife took. I'll follow up with some legit pictures when I get home. Attached Images __________________ Last edited by Aries326; 03-12-2019 at 10:56 PM..
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