What have you done with or to your M3 today?

[330ciprem]

Originally Posted by ItsGary

I coded AHL2 for a few days, didn't like it

You didn't like the non-adaptive headlights?

[SkiFly01]

I park for the dentist and come out afterwards to find others wanted to park nearby.

[EJT86]

Originally Posted by SkiFly01

I park for the dentist and come out afterwards to find others wanted to park nearby.

I’m surprised you all didn’t park in the back three corners of the lot.
As BMW drivers they should know there’s a 10 space minimum buffer rule!

[spazzyfry123]

Originally Posted by SkiFly01

I park for the dentist and come out afterwards to find others wanted to park nearby.

I did this at The Mitty a couple years ago. Was a clean E36M and E46M parked on the grass with just enough space for me (E90M) to randomly parallel park in between. Walked off and saw them come back some time later. They were looking all around and laughing. Kept it a mystery hoping it made its way to one of their forums.

[ItsGary]

Originally Posted by 330ciprem

You didn't like the non-adaptive headlights?

AHL2 is the lazy eye adaptive headlight mode I don't have the picture but derbo does

[XKxRome0ox]

ZHP shift knob swap
feels so good
such a small "mod" but the satisfaction derived from each shift is huge

friend gave me his alcantra shift boot ... will have to get it tucked away better at some point

[XKxRome0ox]

what do you call the two vented parts on top of the hood?
looking for a guide to removing the trim pieces

[Dpc2u]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

what do you call the two vented parts on top of the hood?
looking for a guide to removing the trim pieces

Ignore the video and go to the 5th post. Excellent DIY. https://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1276474

[EJT86]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

what do you call the two vented parts on top of the hood?
looking for a guide to removing the trim pieces

Snaps in under the hood. It’s pretty self explanatory once you look under

[kimiraikkonen]

Installation was a snap. Just take your time drilling, and start with doing a smaller diameter pilot hole vs. before stepping up to larger bit sizes. Those that are complaining about the brake pedal taking too long to drill are probably rushing it.

One recommendation I would give though is that the paper templates are crap. I tried the first pedal and driller the 4 pilot holes based on the template and in the end they were still off.

What I ended up doing was:

1) Mark the first hole (using template is ok)....then drill that hole completely
2) Test fit and mount the pedal with just one in the first hole
3) Then take your hole punch and punch for the 3 remaining holes
4) Take your time drilling each hole one by one...and if you are anal, do a test fit after each hole to ensure that everything is still lining up

[wfdeacon88]

Drive to/from work, changed cabin air filters, wash/wax after a road trip this weekend.

Car is driving great, however can't stop wondering if my cold start 'rattle/clink' (1-2 seconds, mostly on cold starts, hit or miss when it happens) is something serious. A few threads on this referenced a vanos issue, but this appears to be one of the few issues posted on here that don't have a real determined solution, understanding of seriousness of the issue, or even the actual cause.

[SAMM3Y]

Giving cat-less another chance... I've had this x pipe in a closet for 18 months... purchased it for 50% off from TMS on clearance, couldn't resist the deal. I know it's gonna be loud but hopefully paired with the SS euro performance rear muffler it'll be bearable but it's a straight pipe. So far super impressed with the quality, even included all new hardware with stainless bolts and copper nuts for headers, header doughnuts and x-pipe brace hardware. Just please M3 gods no tickets from the 5-0...

[rochoa21]

Originally Posted by LaoBron

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

I got the 65" its a solid TV

[InnerBlueSkies]

Not sure how many miles were on the OEM Filter but was basically following the "change when it looks dirty" philosophy. Car was sluggish and could barely keep up with mini vans, etc. No light penetration through the element.

[ItsGary]

Originally Posted by InnerBlueSkies

Not sure how many miles were on the OEM Filter but was basically following the "change when it looks dirty" philosophy. Car was sluggish and could barely keep up with mini vans, etc. No light penetration through the element.

Got smoked by Sammy and his collection of mini vans nice.



Anyways, got gas and stuff. Going to wash the car in a few hours

[SAMM3Y]

Originally Posted by ItsGary

Got smoked by Sammy and his collection of mini vans nice.



Anyways, got gas and stuff. Going to wash the car in a few hours

I have no mini-van...

But I do have a 92' supercharged miata that'll give you sedan guys a run for your $..

[XKxRome0ox]

in the past month or so, i have taken off the plenum 4 times ... i've gotten pretty good at it but it's still really annoying process

1st time was to replace the throttle actuators
2nd time was to try to figure out where a knocking noise was coming from (ended up being the ac compressor and pulley)

3rd and 4th times trying to see if this buzzing sound could be coming from something being loose
(and on the 4th time, i took the opportunity to install the stage 2 macht schnell intake with the air scoops and smoother charge pipe)

what is causing this? the noise doesn't start until i have been driving for several minutes and miles
it goes away when i touch the accelerator
it also goes away when i open the hood

[ItsGary]

Originally Posted by SAMM3Y

I have no mini-van...

But I do have a 92' supercharged miata that'll give you sedan guys a run for your $..

It's only fair if we're both supercharged

[SoCalRPM]

Originally Posted by SAMM3Y

I have no mini-van...

But I do have a 92' supercharged miata that'll give you sedan guys a run for your $..

Please make us a video!

[donnyblaze1]

Received my cable from the current Alex@Alpine group buy and flashed a stage 1 tune...only got about 15 minutes behind the wheel before I had to put the kids to bed, but loving it so far! Bigger difference than I was expecting.

[Eja144]

Ordered oil/filter for first post-purchase change, and started a maintenance planning spreadsheet. Next up, order BE bearings and call up the local indie shop!

[ItsGary]

Originally Posted by Eja144

Ordered oil/filter for first post-purchase change, and started a maintenance planning spreadsheet. Next up, order BE bearings and call up the local indie shop!

If you're doing bearings, just hold out till then to do your oil change unless it's months from now