What did you do to your car today?

nsjames · 11-21-2019, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ki_soarer

Since we are all posting snow tires... I also scored an incredible deal. I have been wanting to pull my 230 wheels and go with a 18" wheel. I did not find a set of 513M wheels yet but I was able to score a set of 640M wheels with very lightly used Conti Winter Contacts for $850. I am very happy and can't wait to get back home to install them.

This will have to do for now.

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nice.

I just got back from picking up a set of generic 18x8s with 9/32nds Michelin Alpin 245/40s for

$250.

They're going to be perfect for my brothers 535i.
they're not even ugly ugly. If they would fit my junk I would keep them.

but my $400 set is smooth and quieter than my conti dws's so I guess I'm doing alright.

Soden82 · 11-21-2019, 01:48 PM

After 3 days of rain I finally finished cleaning her and putting the cover on for winter. Here she will sit for 4-5 months until I find a home with a garage to buy.

nuron · 11-21-2019, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by colorado.e9x

Internal buzzing that almost sounds like you're touching a hot and ground wire together?

I don't think so, since the cluster works fine. I think riding on low profile 19s will naturally jar things up after a while.

colorado.e9x · 11-22-2019, 01:25 PM

Installed 3000K LED fog lights, LED blinkers for the front, and tried out an amazon low/high beam bulb (xenon) Not much noticable difference for the xenons, will probably go back to my old bulbs. Everything else though is a huge improvement

Dirk Aulabaugh · 11-22-2019, 07:00 PM

Washed it!

Gamb1t · 11-23-2019, 11:00 AM

Brought it in for the blow by heater recall. Got an X2 courtesy car. Very nice car to drive. Upon picking up my 330i at days end I realised how far BMW has gone towards a more mainstream driving experience. The electronic doodads on the X2 was becoming annoying after a while. So love the purity of my rwd 330i.

Afanz · 11-23-2019, 12:50 PM

My E90 has 99,000 miles on still with original water pump and thermostat. They showed no signs of going out but I knew they would leave stranded soon enough so I got it up on the lift and replaced them. Fun DIY, definitely harder on X drive models with little working room. I replaced it with a pierburg water pump from FCP. Did a coolant flush, put the thermostat and pump in. To anyone who has an E90 that has not replaced the water pump it's only a matter of time before they leave you stranded. Definitely one of the weaker points on the car. Not a super hard job but definitely easier with a lift!

porsche959 · 11-23-2019, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Afanz

My E90 has 99,000 miles on still with original water pump and thermostat. They showed no signs of going out but I knew they would leave stranded soon enough so I got it up on the lift and replaced them. Fun DIY, definitely harder on X drive models with little working room. I replaced it with a pierburg water pump from FCP. Did a coolant flush, put the thermostat and pump in. To anyone who has an E90 that has not replaced the water pump it's only a matter of time before they leave you stranded. Definitely one of the weaker points on the car. Not a super hard job but definitely easier with a lift!

i think thats more of a 335 problem.

nsjames · 11-23-2019, 02:31 PM

my water pump went 140K miles and never left me stranded.

it's 40 degrees out, perfect time to paint wheels.

a scothbrite bath with mineral spirits and $12 of rustoleum.

they're still ugly, but at least now they're not shouting "look at me I'm ugly."

lab_rat · 11-23-2019, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by The_E92_Fan

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Originally Posted by mweisdorfer

Are you using cone filters? I'm not. I have the AFE momentum CAI box. Cone filters do allow more airflow which of course nets you more HP than my set up

Correct, I'm using the red and chrome cones from the MMP kit. My engine bay is shown here.

Another thing I did today was wire in a 12v converter to two 5v USB power and mounted it in my headliner. It powers my dash cam and will soon keep power on my MHD phone (once the MHD wifi adapter comes in the mail) for the digital gauges. I can add pictures for anyone truly interested.

Definitely interested in your USB power setup. Sounds great for a dash cam.

relative4 · 11-23-2019, 09:11 PM

Reached this.

N54Twin · 11-24-2019, 09:36 AM

Install the Oxwerkz crank seal plate i had laying around.

ki_soarer · 11-24-2019, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by nsjames

my water pump went 140K miles and never left me stranded.

it's 40 degrees out, perfect time to paint wheels.

a scothbrite bath with mineral spirits and $12 of rustoleum.

they're still ugly, but at least now they're not shouting "look at me I'm ugly."

That's a lot better!

Kjones007 · 11-24-2019, 02:12 PM

Convinced the gf to let me get a kayak rack even though I don't own a kayak. I knew it would come in handy!

Clammy · 11-25-2019, 03:46 PM

Coded the fuel economy gauge, on the tach, to display oil temperature instead. I have a used 335i cluster on the way so I will have the correct oil temp gauge tach display (as well as mph/km/h speedo faceplate).

Cheers!

unrulyteach · 11-25-2019, 09:02 PM

Did valve cover gasket, was not that hard just time consuming since it was my first time. Hardest part was getting it back on since gasket kept on falling out. Had to to remove passenger wiper arm. No more leaks for now.

tlow98 · 11-25-2019, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Clammy

Coded the fuel economy gauge, on the tach, to display oil temperature instead. I have a used 335i cluster on the way so I will have the correct oil temp gauge tach display (as well as mph/km/h speedo faceplate).

Cheers!

Possible to do in bimmer geeks ProTool? Great mod

Also, swapped diff and coolant to complete the 100k maintenance items. Noticed no difference after all of it. Yay, maintenance.

Clammy · 11-25-2019, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tlow98

Possible to do in bimmer geeks ProTool? Great mod

Also, swapped diff and coolant to complete the 100k maintenance items. Noticed no difference after all of it. Yay, maintenance.

I found a DIY here:

https://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1590205

The program I used is named Perfekt Toolbox. There's a download link in the OP. I just followed the instructions. It was dead easy.

Cheers!

nsjames · 11-27-2019, 06:45 PM

liquimoly motor oil
liquimoly diff oils in the front and rear.

got my summer tires/wheels broken down to have my one bent wheel repaired and then I'm going to refinish them all.
currently investigating 2-300 treadwear tires.

new to this summer/winter tire gig.

probably going to go from 245/40s to 225/40s.

JFHI · 11-27-2019, 07:48 PM

I hope i got a Good Compatiable Battery for the E90,,,

Didn't really Research it like I should have,,,

Also not sure if my 07 N52 needs battery registered and/or coded.,'??,',;..??>?"":?<

I Know, I Know,

but anyway,,, the 13 yr old BMW battery started showing up randomly on display. Figured prolly Ready for a new one anyway's.

fastboatster · 11-27-2019, 08:05 PM

Replaced my right head light bulb. I'll tell you this - even if you can replace it without removing the wheel, doesn't mean you should. Especially if your car is parked next to the curb. That extra height from the curb is what makes some viewing angles more awkward. I wish it was possible to replace the bulbs from the top.

CTinline-six · 11-27-2019, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nsjames

my water pump went 140K miles and never left me stranded.

it's 40 degrees out, perfect time to paint wheels.

a scothbrite bath with mineral spirits and $12 of rustoleum.

they're still ugly, but at least now they're not shouting "look at me I'm ugly."

I spy a Jeep Comanche.

11-21-2019, 01:48 PM	#10496
Soden82 Major 477 Rep 1,194 Posts Drives: 2011 BMW M3 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Boston iTrader: (1) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	After 3 days of rain I finally finished cleaning her and putting the cover on for winter. Here she will sit for 4-5 months until I find a home with a garage to buy. Attached Images __________________ 2009 BMW 335i 6MT big single (eventually) For now... MHD tuned VRSF Race IC DCI ATM exhaust
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11-22-2019, 01:25 PM	#10498
colorado.e9x eBay Special 3066 Rep 3,028 Posts Drives: E90 330xi Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Western Slope, Colorado iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW 328xi [9.50] 2006 BMW 330xi [10.00]	Installed 3000K LED fog lights, LED blinkers for the front, and tried out an amazon low/high beam bulb (xenon) Not much noticable difference for the xenons, will probably go back to my old bulbs. Everything else though is a huge improvement __________________ Common sense is a flower that does not bloom in everyone's garden
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11-22-2019, 07:00 PM	#10499
Dirk Aulabaugh New Member 7 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW 7Series Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	Washed it! Attached Images
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11-23-2019, 11:00 AM	#10500
Gamb1t Major 598 Rep 1,343 Posts Drives: 330i,X1,Z4,Solstice GXP, RX-8 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Canukistan iTrader: (0)	Brought it in for the blow by heater recall. Got an X2 courtesy car. Very nice car to drive. Upon picking up my 330i at days end I realised how far BMW has gone towards a more mainstream driving experience. The electronic doodads on the X2 was becoming annoying after a while. So love the purity of my rwd 330i.
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11-23-2019, 12:50 PM	#10501
Afanz Enlisted Member 14 Rep 45 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 328xi Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Ann Arbor Mi iTrader: (0)	Water pump My E90 has 99,000 miles on still with original water pump and thermostat. They showed no signs of going out but I knew they would leave stranded soon enough so I got it up on the lift and replaced them. Fun DIY, definitely harder on X drive models with little working room. I replaced it with a pierburg water pump from FCP. Did a coolant flush, put the thermostat and pump in. To anyone who has an E90 that has not replaced the water pump it's only a matter of time before they leave you stranded. Definitely one of the weaker points on the car. Not a super hard job but definitely easier with a lift! Attached Images
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nsjames Brigadier General 2440 Rep 4,331 Posts Drives: 08 328xi Touring Join Date: May 2017 Location: ohio iTrader: (0)	my water pump went 140K miles and never left me stranded. it's 40 degrees out, perfect time to paint wheels. a scothbrite bath with mineral spirits and $12 of rustoleum. they're still ugly, but at least now they're not shouting "look at me I'm ugly."
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11-23-2019, 09:11 PM	#10505
relative4 Major 611 Rep 1,272 Posts Drives: '08 335xi E90 MT stage 1+ Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	Reached this. Attached Images
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11-24-2019, 09:36 AM	#10506
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11-25-2019, 03:46 PM	#10509
Clammy Captain 322 Rep 624 Posts Drives: 2006 330i 6MT Join Date: May 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (2)	Coded the fuel economy gauge, on the tach, to display oil temperature instead. I have a used 335i cluster on the way so I will have the correct oil temp gauge tach display (as well as mph/km/h speedo faceplate). Cheers!
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unrulyteach Colonel 392 Rep 2,367 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Join Date: May 2016 Location: myrtle beach sc iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335i [0.00]	Did valve cover gasket, was not that hard just time consuming since it was my first time. Hardest part was getting it back on since gasket kept on falling out. Had to to remove passenger wiper arm. No more leaks for now. Attached Images
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11-27-2019, 06:45 PM	#10513
nsjames Brigadier General 2440 Rep 4,331 Posts Drives: 08 328xi Touring Join Date: May 2017 Location: ohio iTrader: (0)	liquimoly motor oil liquimoly diff oils in the front and rear. got my summer tires/wheels broken down to have my one bent wheel repaired and then I'm going to refinish them all. currently investigating 2-300 treadwear tires. new to this summer/winter tire gig. probably going to go from 245/40s to 225/40s.
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11-27-2019, 07:48 PM	#10514
JFHI Registered 9 Rep 4 Posts Drives: 2007 328i Auto N52 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Ohio iTrader: (0)	I hope i got a Good Compatiable Battery for the E90,,, Didn't really Research it like I should have,,, Also not sure if my 07 N52 needs battery registered and/or coded.,'??,',;..??>?"":?< I Know, I Know, but anyway,,, the 13 yr old BMW battery started showing up randomly on display. Figured prolly Ready for a new one anyway's.
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11-27-2019, 08:05 PM	#10515
fastboatster Captain 379 Rep 884 Posts Drives: 2009 bmw 328i Join Date: May 2019 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Replaced my right head light bulb. I'll tell you this - even if you can replace it without removing the wheel, doesn't mean you should. Especially if your car is parked next to the curb. That extra height from the curb is what makes some viewing angles more awkward. I wish it was possible to replace the bulbs from the top. Last edited by fastboatster; 11-28-2019 at 12:05 AM..
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