What have you done with or to your M3 today?

[DRLane]

Originally Posted by MaximusB

Do you guys cycle the ABS pumps when you flush your brakes? Or just bleed and that's it?

I'm currently on RBF 600 but thinking of switching to SRF next year. Should I find someone locally with ISTA to cycle the ABS pumps?

Cycle if changing to a different fluid. Otherwise just flush with Motive bleeder.

Careful not to over pressurize the bleeder. The seal on the fluid reservoir is shit and can result in sending brake fluid down onto the sensor below. If you catch it immediately, I've always just rinsed the area with water and never experienced any fault codes.

[Lito335]

Originally Posted by torrque

you are better off paying for track time or driving tuition than replacing the plenum with a carbon fiber version. Just waste of money... Maybe just more noise, it will not give you power. Now if you had a 335i, and you installed an MHD map... different story
I am happy to challenge any M3 with any mods with my 335xi off the line, in any conditions, including snow BUT, I get to install ANY map I want

Great for you my brother and thanks for the advice. Already had a 335 and bored of it.. going fast gets old really quick. Enjoy going fast

[Lito335]

Originally Posted by timothy2001

Congrats on the purchase, I ordered mine on Black Friday........can't wait to hear it.

Me too lol

[Tommysalami]

Originally Posted by MaximusB

Do you guys cycle the ABS pumps when you flush your brakes? Or just bleed and that's it?

I'm currently on RBF 600 but thinking of switching to SRF next year. Should I find someone locally with ISTA to cycle the ABS pumps?

You should get the Foxwell scan tool for around $135 that'll let you cycle the abs pump among other things. Or have someone activate it so you can get that stuff flushed out. Probably only really matters if you're doing track stuff but it's the right way to do it.

Originally Posted by DRLane

Cycle if changing to a different fluid. Otherwise just flush with Motive bleeder.

Careful not to over pressurize the bleeder. The seal on the fluid reservoir is shit and can result in sending brake fluid down onto the sensor below. If you catch it immediately, I've always just rinsed the area with water and never experienced any fault codes.

I've ruined my brake vacuum sensor this way and it's a bitch to replace. When you change fluid just take an old rag and cut a small slit down the middle, then put it with the slit around the reservoir like an apron. It'll stop any stray fluid from leaking below.

[Scharbag]

Originally Posted by DRLane

Cycle if changing to a different fluid. Otherwise just flush with Motive bleeder.

Careful not to over pressurize the bleeder. The seal on the fluid reservoir is shit and can result in sending brake fluid down onto the sensor below. If you catch it immediately, I've always just rinsed the area with water and never experienced any fault codes.

You should cycle the ABS to ensure old fluid does stay in there too long. That can cause corrosion of the internals over time. Likely not needed every single time you change fluid, but should be done from time to time. It is on my list for the spring.

Cheers,

[ATLIEN]

I added LED Courtesy Shadow Lights and some new rug mats.

[Dpc2u]

Originally Posted by ATLIEN

I added LED Courtesy Shadow Lights and some new rug mats.

Nothing for nothing, but the lights are backwards. it should look like M not W from that view. Also, if you have comfort access, they can mess with the signal unless they are genuine oem lights. I speak from experience!

[GotV8?]

Originally Posted by Lito335

Just got this.. lets see whats the hype about.

Welcome to the club...just curious...what number is your production item?? if you don't mind sharing. Enjoy!!!

[MPG_LOL]

Made a trip down to MRF to get a CF Driveshaft installed.
No more Cow Bell noise, engine seems to rev better. Shift feel is slightly improved.

Best of all, the shaft is smooth and THICCC

[Mimmer]

Originally Posted by MPG_LOL

Made a trip down to MRF to get a CF Driveshaft installed.
No more Cow Bell noise, engine seems to rev better. Shift feel is slightly improved.

Best of all, the shaft is smooth and THICCC

Mind sharing cost? Can pm me
Thinking doing this as preventative maintenance as I hear it now very slightly now at 78k so I know it'll only get worse... I'm sure cf is arm n leg... might just keep it oem... 🤷🏽*♂️

[MPG_LOL]

Originally Posted by Mimmer

Mind sharing cost? Can pm me
Thinking doing this as preventative maintenance as I hear it now very slightly now at 78k so I know it'll only get worse... I'm sure cf is arm n leg... might just keep it oem... 🤷🏽*♂️

The shaft was $1,500 and install was about $700.
From what I understand OEM shafts aren't much less.
If you need a new shaft might as well go CF. FYI my car had 116,00 miles so the OEM shaft lasted a long time.

[Helmsman]

Finally decided to have the power cable and fan harness recall done.
Tried a new dealership, made clear I was picky, and waited while it was done (working from dealership or home, same-same hey).
Good blokes, good work, potentially new customer when needs comes up.
Ps. They invited me into the shop, I din't force myself standing over their shoulders...

[Mimmer]

When was this recall??? I def didn't get no mail about this...

[Staszek]

Originally Posted by Mimmer

When was this recall??? I def didn't get no mail about this...

I was thinking the same thing.

[Cyberdemon]

Originally Posted by Mimmer

When was this recall??? I def didn't get no mail about this...

Nov 2017:

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/201...7V676-7418.pdf

I ripped mine apart after they did the recall. I guess the regulator changed and they added a protective shield to the cable to prevent it from getting kicked?

[Mimmer]

Ahh thanks. Mines 2013 that's why ... makes sense now why I didn't lol

[Helmsman]

Originally Posted by Cyberdemon

Nov 2017:

https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/201...7V676-7418.pdf

I ripped mine apart after they did the recall. I guess the regulator changed and they added a protective shield to the cable to prevent it from getting kicked?

This was the fan/blower only? Guess the cable power is potentially the more serious one, not sure what models that cover? Anyways, easy enought to google on "battery cable" etc.

[Mimmer]

Originally Posted by Helmsman

This was the fan/blower only? Guess the cable power is potentially the more serious one, not sure what models that cover? Anyways, easy enought to google on "battery cable" etc.

Says 2006-2011 with our model as well with many other models

[Helmsman]

Originally Posted by Mimmer

Says 2006-2011 with our model as well with many other models

Go it. Mines built 2011 so there we go.

[torrque]

Originally Posted by Helmsman

Finally decided to have the power cable and fan harness recall done.
Tried a new dealership, made clear I was picky, and waited while it was done (working from dealership or home, same-same hey).
Good blokes, good work, potentially new customer when needs comes up.
Ps. They invited me into the shop, I din't force myself standing over their shoulders...

Nice, was your airbag not recalled ? Mine was... I had them all 3 done by the dealership as soon as I bought the car.

[torrque]

Originally Posted by PACarGuy

Pentosin LV DOT 4 for the street is plenty good and not expensive. Get a Motive Power bleeder - makes a full flush an easy job.
Have used the Motul RBF 600 at a track day and it was OK, but got a little mushy by end of day.

Agreed on the motiv bleeder, it's really nice and easy to use.

Interesting with your findings on the RBF600. I flushed the fluid in spring, then I did 5 track days with the R this summer, and never ever had any issues, no fade, nothing. Sessions between 20 to 30 min, depending on who you go with...

I think the cooling on the braking system, and the system itself makes a difference also when talking track driving.

[XKxRome0ox]

Originally Posted by MPG_LOL

Made a trip down to MRF to get a CF Driveshaft installed.
No more Cow Bell noise, engine seems to rev better. Shift feel is slightly improved.

Best of all, the shaft is smooth and THICCC

i'm interested in the CF driveshaft ... but I like the cowbell