Official NorCal Chat Thread (#12)

10-07-2017, 08:33 PM

Seen you guys talking about brakes. I have Akebono Euro pads with stoptech direct fit slotted rotors. Less initial bite but less brake fade and probably stronger mid braking. Zero brake dust over long periods of time. OEM brakes are extremely grabby. Hard stops from 135 mph would cause brake fade. Even though I experience less brake fade now, I think that initial bite of the OEM probably shaves off a few feet on a 100-0 mph stop?

AK. · 10-08-2017, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by e90witdarimz

Seen you guys talking about brakes. I have Akebono Euro pads with stoptech direct fit slotted rotors. Less initial bite but less brake fade and probably stronger mid braking. Zero brake dust over long periods of time. OEM brakes are extremely grabby. Hard stops from 135 mph would cause brake fade. Even though I experience less brake fade now, I think that initial bite of the OEM probably shaves off a few feet on a 100-0 mph stop?

Yeah. The Akebono's are suppose to have stock like braking and none to little brake dust. I still have them for my setup but the trade off is you have less brake dust. If you're looking for something that offers better bite, maybe consider Hawk brake pads.

ZeeVaughn · 10-15-2017, 01:20 PM

Anybody have a DP fix I can buy from them? located in Norcal, will pay for shipping.

M4 AJG · 10-16-2017, 11:50 AM

Anyone buy a diffuser from ModB*******? Need help mounting. The diffuser seems to be 2 in short.

hailpersia · 11-13-2017, 03:17 PM

Need to pass the visual inspection part of SMOG check, anyone know of any shops? help a brother out

PM me.

Louee_90 · 11-14-2017, 01:45 PM

Any one know if I can buy both VRSF relocated inlets and VTT outlets? Are they compatible?
Will they fit? Or will it be a good idea?

Hvyarms · 12-11-2017, 11:42 PM

Anyone have the tools/time to do an oil housing gasket on an N54? I'm in Concord but I can drive to whereever you're at.

Hvyarms · 12-12-2017, 01:29 PM

Anyone have the tools/time to do an oil housing gasket on an N54? I'm in Concord but I can drive to whereever you're at.

Banana Clipper · 02-02-2018, 04:37 PM

anyone else having to re-verify their email and make a post to be 'upgraded'?

MysticRob · 02-02-2018, 04:52 PM

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anyone else having to re-verify their email and make a post to be 'upgraded'?

No, but I did just notice Chrome is saying the site isn't secure. Wonder how long it's been saying that...

3KDi · 02-04-2018, 10:03 PM

New member here E92 2007. Arm MotorSports

3KDi · 02-05-2018, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Hvyarms

Anyone have the tools/time to do an oil housing gasket on an N54? I'm in Concord but I can drive to whereever you're at.

I dont have a tool but my friend might be able to help you out.
Im from concord too. I have a shop its called Shield autoworks.

joeinsd · 02-05-2018, 11:33 AM

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No, but I did just notice Chrome is saying the site isn't secure. Wonder how long it's been saying that...

A while..
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1448006

droptop335 · 02-09-2018, 03:06 PM

Hey guys,
I put this in NorCal shop thread as well, but not sure how much traffic that thread gets.

I have an MHD flash and had my charge tube replaced because it was cracked. The smog shop here in Livermore said it had to be CARB certified, even though I told him it didn't. Not sure if true or not

Can anyone recommend a smog shop that will "look the other way" and just smog my car?

poptart56 · 02-16-2018, 07:37 AM

Hey NorCal guys finally found your thread! Rolling in from Modesto.

Aldor27 · 02-28-2018, 04:02 PM

New to the forum, anyone in the bay area running catless downpipes? Been wanting them but want to hear them in person before I commit and buy.

MysticRob · 02-28-2018, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by droptop335

Hey guys,
I put this in NorCal shop thread as well, but not sure how much traffic that thread gets.

I have an MHD flash and had my charge tube replaced because it was cracked. The smog shop here in Livermore said it had to be CARB certified, even though I told him it didn't. Not sure if true or not

Can anyone recommend a smog shop that will "look the other way" and just smog my car?

Not sure why I didn't get a thread-notice-email on this one, but I bet any other shop wouldn't know the difference, unless you're not using the stock diverter valves anymore. If using a BOV, they'll likely notice and flag it. What ended up happening?

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Originally Posted by poptart56

Hey NorCal guys finally found your thread! Rolling in from Modesto.

Nice ride!

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Originally Posted by Aldor27

New to the forum, anyone in the bay area running catless downpipes? Been wanting them but want to hear them in person before I commit and buy.

Samey same as above. And in Montego Blue too. You look a little stuffed into the car (boom goes the Dad joke). I don't know anyone running catless DPs, and honestly haven't even figured out if my 2009 will need sniffer tested or just OBDII'd. Anyone else know for the Bay Area proper?

puppydax · 03-01-2018, 01:26 AM

California only does OBD + Visual inspection now. Sniffer is no longer needed.

CA smog places are picky. Sometimes down to hoses not being rated for water, fuel etc. I don’t know any places anymore

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For reference. PE Mod with AR DPs on my E92 prior to get an E82.

RagingE93 · 03-28-2018, 07:56 PM

Anyone can help me check or clear my seatbelt and airbag light?

Olegator · 03-30-2018, 11:53 AM

Hi guys, new here as well. First german car, 335d. So far so good, dashboard lit up with warning lights after 8 days of ownership, but I'm staying on top of it

Any local BMW meets in the bay area?

MysticRob · 03-30-2018, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by RagingE93

Anyone can help me check or clear my seatbelt and airbag light?

Doubt anyone local will have a better idea than the rest of the forum on your other thread. I'll add my thoughts on that thread though.

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Originally Posted by Olegator

Hi guys, new here as well. First german car, 335d. So far so good, dashboard lit up with warning lights after 8 days of ownership, but I'm staying on top of it

Any local BMW meets in the bay area?

If you haven't started a thread in the main sections, I'd recommend it to help you get it figured out. If the dash is "lit up" quite a bit it might be a simple weak battery issue causing everything, but get the codes checked. Pretty common problem caused when the electrical system can't keep up with keeping all those new-car systems running properly, so they freak out and throw codes.

RyanCarbo · 04-08-2018, 08:37 PM

Newbie here with a new to me 2011 335is e93 6mt. I’m in love

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10-16-2017, 11:50 AM	#884
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11-13-2017, 03:17 PM	#885
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Louee_90 New Member 6 Rep 25 Posts Drives: BMW 335i SDN Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Sf bay area iTrader: (0)	Any one know if I can buy both VRSF relocated inlets and VTT outlets? Are they compatible? Will they fit? Or will it be a good idea?
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Hvyarms Second Lieutenant 63 Rep 278 Posts Drives: 2010 335i XDrive Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: NorCal iTrader: (0)	Anyone have the tools/time to do an oil housing gasket on an N54? I'm in Concord but I can drive to whereever you're at. __________________
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02-09-2018, 03:06 PM	#894
droptop335 Captain 39 Rep 709 Posts Drives: '07 335i (E93) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Back in SF Bay Area (Tri-Valley), WooHoo! iTrader: (1)	Hey guys, I put this in NorCal shop thread as well, but not sure how much traffic that thread gets. I have an MHD flash and had my charge tube replaced because it was cracked. The smog shop here in Livermore said it had to be CARB certified, even though I told him it didn't. Not sure if true or not Can anyone recommend a smog shop that will "look the other way" and just smog my car? __________________ Alpine White/Coral Red/Gray Poplar Convertible Sport/Prem/Step/Comfort/Nav/Sirius MHD Stage 1 Flash, M-Factory Helical LSD By the way people: USE YOUR F&*#ING TURN SIGNALS! Pass the word.
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03-01-2018, 01:26 AM	#898
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