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BoondogUK Build Thread: Monaco Blue E90
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06-25-2014, 08:56 AM | #1 |
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BoondogUK Build Thread: Monaco Blue E90
So having lurked in here for a couple of years I kinda have threads scattered about the place so I though I would follow suit and do the 'Build Thread'
So this is how I bought it... a bog standard SE. It was in a nice and neat condition, if somewhat boring. It came with Msport Steering wheel & gear knob combo, and rear tints First mod was to get a set of 220M replicas and throw them on. Next on the hit list was the chrome kidneys... I did them in Plasti dip origianlly, but the matt finish never really worked for me... so I upgraded to the OEM performance kidneys. I added the obligitory bc.moto rear m3 lip spoiler next. Then I decided I needed to change out the front end... I was going to to the Msport front, but then found the m3 replica and thought I would have a go at that.... full details are here then it was done and a chance to get the camera out! Now it wasn't long until I was unhappy with the standard pre-lci halogens, so it was time to change over to the LCI's with LEDs I thought I would be done here, but work changed and I found myself doing a few more miles and really the sound system would not cut it! So I bought some DLS R4's for the doors, Gladen 8" under seats and an Alpine PDX 4.100 to run them. Install guff is here Needless to say this made a huge difference to the sound and those Gladen woofers play hard! I had always had a very neat and tidy interior, but it was... well... a bit beige! so I changed it over to Matt Black... the detail of which can be found here I am still very happy every time I get in the car at how big a difference this has made to the seating position! I then had the misfortune of having to fork out for a new sump and breather as the last one had cracked So to reward myself I bought a set of LED Darklines. I love these and have really sorted out the back of the car and match the upgrades at the front. So this is where I am upto! I could use getting the camera out and going for a drive for my next photoshoot. What next? Well... - I am looking into putting an MS8 into the sound system to have a bit more configuration options. - I am tempted to put an Msport rear on the car as it does need something to keep it inline with the work up front. - I have been toying with a remap, but I don't want to stress the turbo to much as I am still on the original. - I'd love to change up the alloys again... as the polished face on these has some pretty bad lacquer peel in places. I love the look of the Ispiri ISR5's on an e90... but that may be down the line a bit more...
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Pre LCI Monaco Blue e90, iDrive, 18" 220M reps, M3 Front Bumper, LCI headlights, Darklines, Eibach Pro Kit [Build Thread]
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06-25-2014, 09:50 AM | #3 |
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You've made some really nice changes. M Sport rear would really set it off.
Love the colour combo with Monaco Blue and the light interior. |
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06-25-2014, 01:46 PM | #7 |
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Good job mate . Back box single pipe I would go for twin pipe (325/330 )
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Yeah, I have watched a couple pop up in the classifieds that have tempted me. When I do the rear a twin pipe 330 look is favourite right now...
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Pre LCI Monaco Blue e90, iDrive, 18" 220M reps, M3 Front Bumper, LCI headlights, Darklines, Eibach Pro Kit [Build Thread]
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06-25-2014, 03:29 PM | #9 |
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Seen this car in flesh. Looks tops
Great work with the mods mate :-)
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06-25-2014, 03:48 PM | #10 |
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Excellent work so far
Positive feedback: Good audio stuff Keeping the interior mint Things to improve -Rear into M sports -I wish you had gone for OEM black lines. LEDs on those lights, sorry pal. -Change the tail pipe to something better. It will not suit the M sports back bumper. -MS-8 is excellent kit. Good luck.
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06-25-2014, 04:01 PM | #11 | ||
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Spot on with the rear... It will have to be a complete redo... The one on at the moment was there when I bought it. Better than the downturned one, but does need improvement. MS8 is probably a luxury at the moment, so may be after the rear end
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Pre LCI Monaco Blue e90, iDrive, 18" 220M reps, M3 Front Bumper, LCI headlights, Darklines, Eibach Pro Kit [Build Thread]
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06-25-2014, 04:05 PM | #12 |
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Always liked that M3 front bumper, will get around to getting one eventually! Car is looking good mate.
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06-25-2014, 04:36 PM | #14 |
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Is the front dropped?
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06-25-2014, 04:42 PM | #15 |
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Not anything I have done. It looks lower than a few I have seen... But stock as far as I know. Only thing is rear 20mm spacers, which are a touch to big...
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Pre LCI Monaco Blue e90, iDrive, 18" 220M reps, M3 Front Bumper, LCI headlights, Darklines, Eibach Pro Kit [Build Thread]
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06-25-2014, 05:32 PM | #16 | |
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But whatever it is, it looks spot on!
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09-25-2014, 02:55 AM | #19 |
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Right, time for a small update/teaser on my progress...
I changed up all my disks and pads earlier in the month and coincidentally a rear left speed sensor issue reared its ugly head. I had the back wheels off and on that many times looking into what it was but I managed to sort this out myself which bought a nice smile to my ugly mug. While I was there I gave everything a clean and degrease and I was pleasantly surprised to find these: As per several comments earlier in the thread, I knew it was lower than most others but not due to anything I had done. It appears the previous owner had done the work for me... bonus! The car has a set of the Eibach pro kit all round Happy days! So onwards with my planned mods it was... I bought a 330d backbox off the forum and this is just taunting me to get fitted... I also had the itch for an msport rear skin and diffuser. Now they never did a Monaco Blue e90 msport, so what ever skin I bought would need a respray. I have finally purchased one at the right price with only a couple of scuff and no broken lugs so it won't need much prep work. It should be with me tomorrow and then it will be about when I can get it off to the bodyshop for a respray and fit. I had been toying with fitting the exhaust before fitting the msport bumper but I want to ensure that I get the tips extending perfectly. The tip that was on my car when I bought it sticks out to far IMO and really bugs me... so I am thinking I will get it all done together just to be sure! However it may have to wait another week or 2 as I am off to Ocktoberfest next weekend So the last bit for this mini update is that I have purchased a new cable from here For quite some time I have wanted to code my upgraded sound stage to hifi, and I like a bit of a challenge so time to learn how to code! Well thats it for now... I'll get the pics up when everything is done!
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I think they were 20w CREE which, unless things have changed, was the brightest you could go on e90 LCI halogens.
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Pre LCI Monaco Blue e90, iDrive, 18" 220M reps, M3 Front Bumper, LCI headlights, Darklines, Eibach Pro Kit [Build Thread]
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