What have you done with or to your M3 today?

[DRLane]

Originally Posted by GotV8?

My throttle Actuators went out a few days ago...multiple limp modes...and yes...got the Christmas lights lol.... Wow!!! did not realize with aggressive driving that since the last time mine went out at 33,000 miles that it made it to 90k plus miles...so got 67,000 out of the OEM replacement....now I can take advantage of my Lifetime Warranty Replacement!!! The price seems to rise on TA since the last time I purchased them for $595 per, currently they go for $833.13 per!!! which I won't have to worry about other than shipping and Handling!!! FCP is definitely a lifesaver to allow me to allocate my $$$ for Mods and years of enjoyment!!

Doesn't FCP treat the replacements as a return/refund on the previously purchased set? Thus you'd be out the difference between the first set and what you paid today. Least that's been my experience with their life time warranty.

Let us know how it goes, for those that haven't decided on their replacement strategy. Thx!

[slowdown_dan]

Originally Posted by DRLane

Doesn't FCP treat the replacements as a return/refund on the previously purchased set? Thus you'd be out the difference between the first set and what you paid today. Least that's been my experience with their life time warranty.

Let us know how it goes, for those that haven't decided on their replacement strategy. Thx!

That's my understanding. You need to buy your new parts and then once you send your old broken stuff back they refund your original purchase.

[XKxRome0ox]

Originally Posted by GotV8?

My throttle Actuators went out a few days ago...multiple limp modes...and yes...got the Christmas lights lol.... Wow!!! did not realize with aggressive driving that since the last time mine went out at 33,000 miles that it made it to 90k plus miles...so got 67,000 out of the OEM replacement....now I can take advantage of my Lifetime Warranty Replacement!!! The price seems to rise on TA since the last time I purchased them for $595 per, currently they go for $833.13 per!!! which I won't have to worry about other than shipping and Handling!!! FCP is definitely a lifesaver to allow me to allocate my $$$ for Mods and years of enjoyment!!

Originally Posted by DRLane

Doesn't FCP treat the replacements as a return/refund on the previously purchased set? Thus you'd be out the difference between the first set and what you paid today. Least that's been my experience with their life time warranty.

Let us know how it goes, for those that haven't decided on their replacement strategy. Thx!

i'm reading it as GotV8 purchased the 1st set from FCP
otherwise the lifetime replacement wouldn't apply

interesting that the original TA went out so early at 33k miles

[DRLane]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

i'm reading it as GotV8 purchased the 1st set from FCP
otherwise the lifetime replacement wouldn't apply

interesting that the original TA went out so early at 33k miles

Yes, that's correct. But the warranty procedure is:
1. Buy replacement part
2. Send back original part purchased from FCP referencing the original purchase order #
3. FCP refunds you for the original purchase order.

Thus if the prices went up. You're only getting refunded for the original order and thus lower price point.

[XKxRome0ox]

Originally Posted by DRLane

Yes, that's correct. But the warranty procedure is:
1. Buy replacement part
2. Send back original part purchased from FCP referencing the original purchase order #
3. FCP refunds you for the original purchase order.

Thus if the prices went up. You're only getting refunded for the original order and thus lower price point.

ah, i see what you're saying now

i'm going to have to look through my past order to see if that's how it happened for my replacement orders

[Not Sure]

Originally Posted by DRLane

Doesn't FCP treat the replacements as a return/refund on the previously purchased set? Thus you'd be out the difference between the first set and what you paid today. Least that's been my experience with their life time warranty.

Let us know how it goes, for those that haven't decided on their replacement strategy. Thx!

no, they refund you the cost of the *replacement parts* regardless of how much you paid for the original parts. I have used their warranty service twice and that was how it worked. If it worked the way you suggest, it would not be a *free lifetime replacement* as promised, only a refund.

[DRLane]

Originally Posted by Not Sure

no, they refund you the cost of the *replacement parts* regardless of how much you paid for the original parts. I have used their warranty service twice and that was how it worked. If it worked the way you suggest, it would not be a *free lifetime replacement* as promised, only a refund.

Looks like you're correct - Only risk is if they stop carrying the brand you bought.

[XKxRome0ox]

yep
didn't seem right because the oil change kit i ordered went up in price
but i did get refunded for the LAST (replacement) order

[S65 SCHNAUZER]

after swapping in a rebuilt diff...decided next step was wheels

BBS CH-R 19"

[XKxRome0ox]

just started new job this month
been trying to figure out the parking situation
it took me a few days to find the other entrance which is a more convenient entrance
and i have been trying out different spots on different floors

i think i found the ideal parking spot
it is basically at the farthest point in the parking garage but i like it

yesterday i did park where the black car is parked now
it is even more protected because it has the pillar on one side and the corner blank space on the other
BUT it is an awkward spot to get into because immediately next to the white Honda is a stairwell with bollards so it took a multi-point turn to get into that parking spot

and even if i wanted to park in that spot, this black audi seems to park there regularly because i have seen it there twice this week
so i'm fine with the current spot i'm in

[Iyzmi]

Originally Posted by Fastalpine

Bought a 2011 ILB Comp pack E90 6MT a few months ago. Added H&R springs with shaved strut mounts and E36 bump stops (rides insanely good), RPK Sport mid pipe and Corsa exhaust, spacers, Alpine stage 2 tune, Autosolution SSK, and Stoptech 60/40 kit. Such a great car.

This looks excellent, great mods. Well done!

[akkando]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

just started new job this month
been trying to figure out the parking situation
it took me a few days to find the other entrance which is a more convenient entrance
and i have been trying out different spots on different floors

i think i found the ideal parking spot
it is basically at the farthest point in the parking garage but i like it

yesterday i did park where the black car is parked now
it is even more protected because it has the pillar on one side and the corner blank space on the other
BUT it is an awkward spot to get into because immediately next to the white Honda is a stairwell with bollards so it took a multi-point turn to get into that parking spot

and even if i wanted to park in that spot, this black audi seems to park there regularly because i have seen it there twice this week
so i'm fine with the current spot i'm in

parallel parked between wall in front of it and pillar. No one can park next to me.

[Adi123]

Limp mode! Just got the 0027E4 code. Probably my vacuum pressure sensor after spilling some brake fluid
Do I need to change the vacuum line also or is it possible to just change the sensor?

[Dpc2u]

Originally Posted by Adi123

Limp mode! Just got the 0027E4 code. Probably my vacuum pressure sensor after spilling some brake fluid
Do I need to change the vacuum line also or is it possible to just change the sensor?

I changed just the sensor. A little tight and tedious, but about a 30 minute job. You will want an extendable magnet for the bolts and a wobble extension helped a lot. Easier to leave the wires connected to pull it up out of the abyss.

I doubt you will find just the sensor. I just tossed the lines in the spare parts drawer.

[Blackice013]

installed new look...

[sunnysjourney]

I’m actually sitting at the service center’s lounge . And waiting for my car. Just got my yearly oil change done.

And also, I finally bought the BMW m performance exhaust for my car. It is the first mod I’ve ever done since buying the my M3 back in 2012.

I’m finally thinking of doing some mods to her. Mainly because my uncle got a brand new NSX and he’s showing off and wanting to run circles around my M3 lol. I’m sure he’ll succeeds but I plan on making him work for it.

[Adi123]

Originally Posted by Dpc2u

I changed just the sensor. A little tight and tedious, but about a 30 minute job. You will want an extendable magnet for the bolts and a wobble extension helped a lot. Easier to leave the wires connected to pull it up out of the abyss.

I doubt you will find just the sensor. I just tossed the lines in the spare parts drawer.

Thanks! I started searching for the number on the sensor and found a MAP sensor from a e93 M3 with the same number on the sensor (and looks the same also). Is it possible that it's the same sensor?
I assume the last 6 digits are production date, they are all different on every MAP sensor I've found.

[ATLIEN]

Having the mechatronics replaced in the DCT and hope to get it back tomorrow.

[ItsGary]

Took it on a road trip to the interior

[Dpc2u]

Originally Posted by Adi123

Thanks! I started searching for the number on the sensor and found a MAP sensor from a e93 M3 with the same number on the sensor (and looks the same also). Is it possible that it's the same sensor?
I assume the last 6 digits are production date, they are all different on every MAP sensor I've found.

As long as it from an e90, e92 or e93 M3 it is the same. You are not looking for a MAP sensor, it is a brake vacuum sensor. There is a manifold pressure sensor on some non M3 models that looks the same, different sensor.

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...SABEgIEFfD_BwE

[Space Fox]

Took it for an early morning rip before the Formula 1 race. This car still puts a smile on my face every time I drive.

[Eja144]

Took the e90 out with the fam for some dinner after a long ass day of car shopping for my wife. Nice to hear those S65 revs climb after spending hours in 4 cyl. mid size crossovers.