[eyemdbmw]

i need help guys. i am trying the DIY downpipe install buy i have an 2008 e93 and nothing looks the same as the pictures. can anyone help or should i just have a pro do it? i took the engine cover off, which was also way different than the e90 and i don't know what to do next. i doesn't look like there is anyway in hell i can get up there to remove the downpipes.

Basically i need someone to tell me how to access the downpipes on an e93 after i have removed the engine cover. thanks

[turbojet3]

It has to be done from underneath the car. It can be done with the car on jacks, but it should be done on a lift.

Get a pro to do it.

[cn555ic]

Take it to a pro, when I get mine I am def not doing it myself and taking it to SupremePowers!

[scottp999]

I thought about doing it myself on jackstands, but then I decided to go visit Helix and have them install them with an FMIC the same day. I would take it to a pro unless you have a lift and all the right tools. I've seen people take 6 hours who have good DIY skills, while a shop that has done several 335's can do it in about 2.5 hours.

[Alex@AKMotorwerk]

Originally Posted by cn555ic

Take it to a pro, when I get mine I am def not doing it myself and taking it to SupremePowers!

thanks Steven... hope to see you soon!!!

[eyemdbmw]

thanks for the comments guys. i might just give it a try 'cause i'm bored.

[cn555ic]

Originally Posted by eyemdbmw

thanks for the comments guys. i might just give it a try 'cause i'm bored.

Boredom sometimes get you in trouble...Some person on this forum got bored and ripped out his WHOLE interior because of boredom!

[cn555ic]

Originally Posted by Alex@SupremePower

thanks Steven... hope to see you soon!!!

Yeah will be seeing you soon!

[ckay]

If you have to ask...

[eyemdbmw]

making good progress guys. had to buy some essential tools. we'll see how it goes. like someone said, it's not rocket science but pretty cramped space. i think i'll be OK. getting that heat shield off is a pain.

[scottp999]

Originally Posted by eyemdbmw

making good progress guys. had to buy some essential tools. we'll see how it goes. like someone said, it's not rocket science but pretty cramped space. i think i'll be OK. getting that heat shield off is a pain.

What tools did you pick up? Did you get an O2 Sensor Socket?

Best of luck!

[ianthegreat]

Originally Posted by cn555ic

Boredom sometimes get you in trouble...Some person on this forum got bored and ripped out his WHOLE interior because of boredom!

haha i remember that.. "got bored so i did..."

".. wtf did you do to your car man?"

[jachien]

its practically the same thing as the DIY. The only difference is that theres cross bars are placed a little differently. Just remove 2 of the big bolts and you should be able to flex the bar enough to remove the bolt for the steering rack and then the DIY is the same.

[eyemdbmw]

Originally Posted by jachien

its practically the same thing as the DIY. The only difference is that theres cross bars are placed a little differently. Just remove 2 of the big bolts and you should be able to flex the bar enough to remove the bolt for the steering rack and then the DIY is the same.

yup i figures that one out yesterday. it sure helped a lot.

[eyemdbmw]

Originally Posted by scottp999

What tools did you pick up? Did you get an O2 Sensor Socket?

Best of luck!

no, just got longer 7/8 wrench for the O2 sensor but still don't have enough work space. once i get the heat shiled off, it should be ok. those 2 torx screws are a PITA!

[Kevin@AKMotorwerk]

they definitely arent fun to do on ramps, it can be done, i have done them but its not something you should try if your unsure, it can get very frustrating and you may end up messing something up or driving yourself crazy

[scottp999]

Originally Posted by eyemdbmw

no, just got longer 7/8 wrench for the O2 sensor but still don't have enough work space. once i get the heat shiled off, it should be ok. those 2 torx screws are a PITA!

Cool. I picked this set of sockets up the other day for $17: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00062ZK5M

[eyemdbmw]

Originally Posted by scottp999

Cool. I picked this set of sockets up the other day for $17: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00062ZK5M

cool i might try that if i can't break the O2 sensors loose with the wrench. thanks

[Kevin@AKMotorwerk]

Originally Posted by scottp999

Cool. I picked this set of sockets up the other day for $17: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00062ZK5M

i seriously doubt thats gonna fit in the space to get the sensors out, your better off buying a stubby 7/8 wrench. if it works let me know, but i dont see you having near enough space to make that work

[scottp999]

Originally Posted by Kevin@SupremePower

i seriously doubt thats gonna fit in the space to get the sensors out, your better off buying a stubby 7/8 wrench. if it works let me know, but i dont see you having near enough space to make that work

Thanks. I bought them off the recommendation from both Scalbert and FormerBoostedIS when they did their installs.

You can't see it, but there is a cutout so it slips right over the sensor (my picture below shows it). Allows for little or no clearance past the top of the sensor.

I've since changed my mind about doing it on my bad back with jack stands. Headed to Helix for the install soon. Your east coast shop was another hour past Helix from my house. If you were closer.....

Picture from Scalbert on first post here: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=crows

Originally Posted by Former_Boosted_IS

Installation/Fitment
I used Scalberts idea and bought a Crows Foot socket to break the O2 sensor bolts and that was a piece of cake!

From: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=197579


The socket pictured below is actually the taller one with 1/2 inch drive. In that set that I got there is one that is half as long and 3/8 inch drive. Both 22mm / 7/8 "
Scott