What have you done with or to your M3 today?

[M3MPH1S]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

engine temp during some spirited driving
this is within acceptable range, right?

at what point do I actually have to back off and let the car cool down? past the next marker?

Perfectly fine, you don't need to worry about backing off until you get the engine temp iDrive warning.

[m3jala]

On a drive from VA to Toronto saw a fellow jet black owner (e93) going the opposite direction. Flashed my headlights at him. Got no response. Remembered I was driving my wife's SUV and shed a quick tear.

[STooK]

Originally Posted by PKL

You done an oil analysis yet? When are you thinking of changing your rod bearings?

I don’t bother with oil analysis since they don’t do anything for bearings unless it’s an 08 model. I’m still under extended warranty until next spring, I have funds saved to do bearings once the warranty ends. So hopefully they last until then!

[scrammer]

Originally Posted by MaximusB

Nice! Do you still have the Z?

nope ...

not enough room in the garage for two toys

[XKxRome0ox]

Originally Posted by GORDON.M3

a bit high for comfort. you probably want to see if the waterpump has been replaced or not.

Originally Posted by M3MPH1S

Perfectly fine, you don't need to worry about backing off until you get the engine temp iDrive warning.

i was driving through angeles crest highway
mostly 5-7k rpm in 3rd gear
a few straights at 4th
it's the first time i've really pushed the car and first time seeing temps that high
(only had the car for 1.5 months)

i think water pump is original
car is at 59k miles
don't worry about it?

[M3MPH1S]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

i was driving through angeles crest highway
mostly 5-7k rpm in 3rd gear
a few straights at 4th
it's the first time i've really pushed the car and first time seeing temps that high
(only had the car for 1.5 months)

i think water pump is original
car is at 59k miles
don't worry about it?

I guess I should have inquired/clarified further.
If you pretty much stayed above 5k most of the time like that, then yes it's perfectly fine. If you were just driving around the city, then yes, I would be worried.

[Honda]

Originally Posted by eM3e

@Honda, I picked this wheel up on eBay late last year. I managed to find this one stateside.

Here is one that is similar but from the Ukraine: https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-E90-E91....c100005.m1851

That's not same steering wheel like you have. The one you have is much cleaner look

[GORDON.M3]

Originally Posted by XKxRome0ox

i was driving through angeles crest highway
mostly 5-7k rpm in 3rd gear
a few straights at 4th
it's the first time i've really pushed the car and first time seeing temps that high
(only had the car for 1.5 months)

i think water pump is original
car is at 59k miles
don't worry about it?

If you were around 5k-7k majority of the time, no issues then.
My thermostat failed on me tho at 35k miles. So I had that changed, the waterpump was perfectly fine though.

[Grip Addict]

Yesterday drove it to Dominion Raceway, today drove it to work.

[XKxRome0ox]

marveled at how well the seats have held up for 10 years
car has almost 60k miles
the side bolsters are not cracking at all

[jeremyuhh]

Hit 90k miles on an 08

[wyatth]

Originally Posted by MaximusB

Went from Whistler to Vancouver in an hour


Was not speeding at all

An empty Sea to Sky Highway is definitely a happy place.

[MaximusB]

Originally Posted by wyatth

An empty Sea to Sky Highway is definitely a happy place.

It is But the best part is actually the 100km long stretch between Pemberton and Lillooet. Pemberton is just 30 minutes north of Whistler. The drive from Pemberton to Lillooet are full of switch backs and hill climbs through the mountains, and also some long downhill portion.

[94jedi]

I drove the shit out of it this morning on the way to work...heel/toe downshifting, M-button engaged, the whole deal....and it was GLORIOUS! I've never driven a more rewarding/engaging car. As I sit here at work in my cubicle, I can still hear phantom revs and blats from the S65B40. I drive it about once a week now. My other car is...no joke...a Prius lol (wife drives an X5 so it's not all that bad haha).

[spazzyfry123]

Originally Posted by GORDON.M3

a bit high for comfort. you probably want to see if the waterpump has been replaced or not.

But that is oil temp

[G80indy]

A little scratch correction on the 3M film

[Bluesmansr]

Originally Posted by 330indy

A little scratch correction on the 3M film

Originally Posted by 330indy

A little scratch correction on the 3M film

Out of curiosity, what techniques do you use to correct scratches on the film?

[G80indy]

Originally Posted by Bluesmansr

Out of curiosity, what techniques do you use to correct scratches on the film?

Polish with fast cutting microfiber pad
(Griot's) on a 3" dual action pad
Meguiar's Ultimate Compound until scratch is gone.
Clarify with Boss perfecting cream on an orange 3" correcting foam pad
Meguiar's Ultimate liquid (polymer) wax on a fresh orange foam pad to protect

[vincE92M3]

A great day of driving in the N. GA mountains with friends yesterday. We drove almost 300 Miles!

[spazzyfry123]

Originally Posted by vincE92M3

A great day of driving in the N. GA mountains with friends yesterday. We drove almost 300 Miles!

I was in that exact same spot just a few weeks ago. Fun ride!

[vincE92M3]

Originally Posted by spazzyfry123

I was in that exact same spot just a few weeks ago. Fun ride!

The roads around that overlook are unreal and my absolute favorite!

[mk936]

Hi, new to this forum, not sure where to post my question related to oil change I did today. I can't get the BC button to trigger reset option.

I have a 2008 e92 m3 manual transmission. After changing the oil, I followed the multiple videos I watched and got to the service menu on the cluster, I pressed the BC button to look at which item needs service. I scroll down on the stalk to get to red oil change symbol. But when I press on the BC button at the end, it won't trigger a reset. I tried pressed and released and also tried holding the BC button. I also tried pressing the cluster button, and a variation of holding and not holding brake vs clutch the same time. My brake fluid needs to be flushed also. I have not done it yet but when I tried to press the BC button for brake fluid (just to see if the reset option will come on) also no luck.

Not sure if manual and automatic transmission makes a difference because most video are with automatic transmission and most are not m3. There was a 2011 manual m3 reset video but not seeing anything different. Is there something I am missing.

If there is a step I am missing, suggestions will be appreciated.