What did you do to your car today?

boostvibes · 09-18-2019, 12:19 PM

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Just replaced control arms with m3 arms. Haven't really driven spiritedly yet but it's a huge upgrade already over my stock ones with 120k lol

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Could you describe the difference in feel?

I replaced the front control arms/sway bar and the engine bay brace in my 2008 335i E90 (which originally came w/the Sports Pkg) w/M3 parts.

Also added Koni Yellows in front. Koni FSDs remain in the rear after they were installed all around b4 the Koni Yellows replaced them in front. Also have Michelin Pilot Super Sports and Ankebono ceramic brake pads on OEM rotors all around.

Each part works together in making a HUGE difference in the handling of the car.

When I drive the car hard fast/hard in the back roads, the steering feels tighter/firmer, more responsive/predictable w/virtually no body lean but also very smooth and compliant even on uneven, bumpy roads. Can go much faster and deeper into turns and take the turns faster w/confidence in all kinds of road conditions.

Absolutely transformed the performance of the car over the standard Sport Pkg!

Agreed. It deff compliments any other mods you may have. I have a similar set up, just with bilstein shocks. Only thing left is new tires to match the new handling capabilities.

unrulyteach · 09-18-2019, 12:19 PM

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It was pretty nice outside today so I tackled the passenger rear window regulator. As complex as it looked, the job was quite easy and only took about 15 mins.

Just did the door handle replacement and also replaced my headlight switch, the door handle replacement was a breeze only took about 20 minutes

How did u install it? I used thread cutting nuts

hellokitty · 09-19-2019, 01:39 AM

New wireless charging phone mount with rennline bracket

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mashimarho · 09-19-2019, 01:53 AM

I bought a quickjack!

oVeRdOsE. · 09-19-2019, 07:35 AM

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I bought a quickjack!

I want one too !

a local supplier got the 5000 series for 799$ cad few months ago, Ill wait for an other deal, since now they are running for 1199$...

mweisdorfer · 09-19-2019, 10:02 AM

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New wireless charging phone mount with rennline bracket

[IMG]https://media1.giphy.com/media/lMD2q...;rid=giphy.gif[/IMG]

Nice, where did you get it & how much !

hellokitty · 09-19-2019, 10:06 AM

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Nice, where did you get it & how much !

$26

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

MPOWER5266 · 09-19-2019, 10:22 AM

I fixed the cylinder 3 misfire in my M3 by installing the repaired ECU, so I celebrated by washing the wagon.

Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr

apexit4 · 09-20-2019, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by MPOWER5266

I fixed the cylinder 3 misfire in my M3 by installing the repaired ECU, so I celebrated by washing the wagon.

Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr

What setup do you use for washing your cars? It looks like you use one of those spray foam attachments that go on the end of the hose, correct? Also, any recommendations on the soap you use?

oVeRdOsE. · 09-20-2019, 07:05 AM

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What setup do you use for washing your cars? It looks like you use one of those spray foam attachments that go on the end of the hose, correct? Also, any recommendations on the soap you use?

be sure to have a dual bucket before investing in a foam canon or gun.

rinse bucket with a strainer at the bottom, and a soap bucket.
All my cars are black, so its very important to not make swirls.
Imo foam guns are overrated, it ''should'' help to remove any dust that can scratch you paint before the mechanical hand wash.
Its been 4 years since my last full detailing (dewax/clay/3step polish/sealant) and still no swirl on my car ; no foam gun.

if your hose pressure is great enough get a foam gun. if you have a pressure washer get a foam canon. Chemical guys soap is very good and very accessible in most shops.

MPOWER5266 · 09-20-2019, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by apexit4

What setup do you use for washing your cars? It looks like you use one of those spray foam attachments that go on the end of the hose, correct? Also, any recommendations on the soap you use?

I have a pressure washer with the a wall mounted reel and I use a cheap amazon foam cannon with the orifice upgraded. As for soap, I am using Adams car shampoo but Im always looking for cheaper and better products.

IMG_6809 by Nick Wood, on Flickr

CTinline-six · 09-20-2019, 07:50 AM

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I have a pressure washer with the a wall mounted reel and I use a cheap amazon foam cannon with the orifice upgraded. As for soap, I am using Adams car shampoo but Im always looking for cheaper and better products.
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Such an awesome garage setup.

porsche959 · 09-20-2019, 02:18 PM

Added a hooptie to the fleet.

Salvage title but super clean otherwise. No rust for an nyc car is kind of amazing. Not sure if I’m gonna keep her though.

Denny347 · 09-20-2019, 05:39 PM

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Added a hooptie to the fleet.

Salvage title but super clean otherwise. No rust for an nyc car is kind of amazing. Not sure if I’m gonna keep her though.

LOVE that car.

Denny347 · 09-20-2019, 05:41 PM

Traded in the Continental DWS for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires today. WORLD of difference!!! Only a car guy would be excited about this..haha

tcphoto · 09-21-2019, 09:54 AM

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Traded in the Continental DWS for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires today. WORLD of difference!!! Only a car guy would be excited about this..haha

I felt the same way when I ditched the Michelin Run-Flats for PS4S. Enjoy!

Wolf 335 · 09-21-2019, 10:40 AM

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Added a hooptie to the fleet.

Salvage title but super clean otherwise. No rust for an nyc car is kind of amazing. Not sure if I’m gonna keep her though.

Beautiful car.

Plans on changing the wheels? 18" M parallels Style 37 perhaps?

nighthawk335 · 09-21-2019, 12:47 PM

Used Leatherique on my interior and wiped it off today. Some shots of it applied and then cleaned up

david in germany · 09-21-2019, 01:24 PM

Gave my 335i a fresh set of plugs and swapped out the stock diverter valves with a set from Forge. I also realized on the test drive I don’t have a dead spot on my tune it is just the dtc grabbing the rear brakes when the rear tires break loose when I stab the throttle.

colorado.e9x · 09-21-2019, 04:41 PM

Retrofitted the OEM alarm as well as integrating a shock sensor

salpone · 09-22-2019, 12:43 AM

washed air filter

Y wrapping of the steering wheel

Tonethejackal · 09-22-2019, 08:08 AM

Replaced the washer fluid motor and ordered some 1 1/2" heat shrink tube to patch the deteriorated filler tube filler tube

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MPOWER5266 Major 4753 Rep 1,189 Posts Drives: 1997 Dinan m3 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Ga iTrader: (0)	I fixed the cylinder 3 misfire in my M3 by installing the repaired ECU, so I celebrated by washing the wagon. Untitled by Nick Wood, on Flickr
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Denny347 Major 347 Rep 1,076 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 E90 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Indianapolis, IN iTrader: (0)	Traded in the Continental DWS for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires today. WORLD of difference!!! Only a car guy would be excited about this..haha
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09-21-2019, 01:24 PM	#10139
david in germany Lieutenant Colonel 729 Rep 1,815 Posts Drives: 118i, 335i and 328i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Mannheim Germany iTrader: (2)	Gave my 335i a fresh set of plugs and swapped out the stock diverter valves with a set from Forge. I also realized on the test drive I don’t have a dead spot on my tune it is just the dtc grabbing the rear brakes when the rear tires break loose when I stab the throttle. __________________ 2009 118i Monaco Blue "Maximillion" 2009 335i Saphire Black M Sport "Leopold" Cobb stage 2 aggressive tune, Mishimoto FMIC, Cobb charge pipe, Cobb catted down pipes, Forge diverter valves, BMS inlets and DCI, Cyba scoops and M Individual Audio retrofit and M3 gauge cluster retrofit. 2011 328i Titan Silver M Sport "Franzel" <--Wife's car
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Tonethejackal Enlisted Member 9 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Lavon, TX iTrader: (0)	Replaced the washer fluid motor and ordered some 1 1/2" heat shrink tube to patch the deteriorated filler tube filler tube
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