What did you do to your car today?

Seattlesquash · 08-16-2018, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by CTinline-six

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Originally Posted by misterkliper

I've always hated the plastic fake chrome on my sport steering wheel, so I swapped it out for the M-Sport trim. Much better. I was going to just buy an M-Sport/M3 steering wheel for the thicker feel, but I didn't want to give up my heated wheel. Figured this was the best compromise. Super easy and looks great.

I'm so jealous of the heated wheel.

Looks great, but got to we weird to drive with two though!!!

mantis · 08-16-2018, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by CTinline-six

I'm so jealous of the heated wheel.

im jealous of sports airbag lol

Nickco43 · 08-16-2018, 09:18 PM

Today I did my full CIC + combox retrofit:

Too bad the junkyard didn't know how to ship something and they broke the face plate. Does anyone have a cic faceplate or a glovebox usb port they could sell me?

Echoninety · 08-16-2018, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

Today I did my full CIC + combox retrofit:

Too bad the junkyard didn't know how to ship something and they broke the face plate. Does anyone have a cic faceplate or a glovebox usb port they could sell me?

Eventually I will get this done on mine. Good stuff man!

Nickco43 · 08-16-2018, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Echoninety

Eventually I will get this done on mine. Good stuff man!

Go on eBay and search

CIC HU "Audio Equipment Radio Am-fm-cd Receiver bmw"

Display "Info-GPS-TV-Screen-Display-Screen bmw"

Click on the ads until you see a lci navi car. Do not pay more than $100.

gamesfrager · 08-18-2018, 12:55 AM

Used a clay mitt for the first time. Never used any kind of clay products before.
I had some rough areas on the lower part of the fender, and I was able to take out 90% or more out. Not bad!

Then used Jescar Powerlock. That thing makes your car like it's made out of glass. So smooth

Tomorrow will tackle the interior.

Dambaehaseyo_e92 · 08-18-2018, 01:55 AM

My spoiler just came in. But it's been raining consecutively here in NYC. Sooo I gotta wait for good weather. But I leave for basic in a couple weeks :/

John 070 · 08-18-2018, 09:34 AM

since my car is not a DD, yesterday I took her to work and spray washed her at lunch (she doesn't get run through the automatic wash like the others!).

I then realized wow, how much dirt there was on the mats, etc. So first thing this AM I vacuumed her. It's the little things...

I need to drive this car more, I looked and she's gone 800 miles in 9 mos., not good!

tylerboland01 · 08-18-2018, 10:07 AM

Took apart my mirrors to clean and grease the motor connections, they no longer randomly reposition themselves now.

Got my airbag and blower motor harness done. The dealer also informed me the previous owner purchased a 100,000 mile mataintence package that transferred over to me when I bought the car. So that was a nice surprise.

CTinline-six · 08-18-2018, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by tylerboland01

The dealer also informed me the previous owner purchased a 100,000 mile mataintence package that transferred over to me when I bought the car. So that was a nice surprise.

That's awesome!

Anybody have a DIY for the steering joint on the e90? GF was saying the 325 was hard to turn... thought she meant the normal steering feel until I drove it and realized the joint is binding up. Looks like it is buried pretty deep in there.

Also looks like the correct part is the whole "lower joint/shaft" from ECS for $318.

tylerboland01 · 08-18-2018, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by CTinline-six

That's awesome!

Anybody have a DIY for the steering joint on the e90? GF was saying the 325 was hard to turn... thought she meant the normal steering feel until I drove it and realized the joint is binding up. Looks like it is buried pretty deep in there.

Also looks like the correct part is the whole "lower joint/shaft" from ECS for $318.

I don't know of any DIY guide, but that seems to be the correct part. Looking at my car, your going to have to remove the intake/charge pipe to get enough room. From there you'll loosen the bolts at both ends that clamp on to the splines of the upper shaft and steering gearbox. If it's like my old e36 one spline will be slightly wider, essentially acting like an orientation guide, but I'd still mark the shaft just in case. Then just drop the rack 3-4 inches and the lower shaft should slide out. Reverse for install of the new part.

You might try greasing the shaft first to see if that alleviates the problem.

LMB335IS · 08-18-2018, 01:07 PM

Retrofitted FLA (high beam assist) into my car.

AandSC · 08-19-2018, 10:12 AM

Carbon fiber interior wrap installed. Thanks to my awesome wife for all the help. She’s much more talented than I am. No way it would have come out as nice if I did it. Love the new look and it covered up some cosmetic flaws. Just need to clean up the mess from the install now.....

Echoninety · 08-19-2018, 10:49 AM

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Carbon fiber interior wrap installed. Thanks to my awesome wife for all the help. She’s much more talented than I am. No way it would have come out as nice if I did it. Love the new look and it covered up some cosmetic flaws. Just need to clean up the mess from the install now.....

Good job. Nicely done. I need to re-wrap mine. My first time doesn't look as good as yours.

Nickco43 · 08-19-2018, 10:50 AM

I am gathering information and parts for a heated steering wheel retrofit. I need a heated steering wheel, heated clocksping, a 10 pin connector and some wiring. I really want heated seats but I can't justify even 300$ for a pair of seats I am going to rip apart. I never had heated anything in any of my cars so a heated steering wheel is a huge win by itself.

unrulyteach · 08-19-2018, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

I am gathering information and parts for a heated steering wheel retrofit. I need a heated steering wheel, heated clocksping, a 10 pin connector and some wiring. I really want heated seats but I can't justify even 300$ for a pair of seats I am going to rip apart. I never had heated anything in any of my cars so a heated steering wheel is a huge win by itself.

Why not just get heated seats

Nickco43 · 08-19-2018, 11:26 AM

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Why not just get heated seats

Heated seats are expensive and the steering wheel is dirt cheap

lhuynh336 · 08-19-2018, 11:35 AM

took her to church today

Nickco43 · 08-19-2018, 02:54 PM

$22 later I have a heated steering wheel clock spring, connector and trim. I located a sport, heated, paddle shift steering wheel for $35. Hopefully it is still there when I call tomorrow.

arciga18 · 08-19-2018, 07:14 PM

Cleaned wheels, wash , clay, seal , glaze, wax

Tired as fuck .

mweisdorfer · 08-19-2018, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Nickco43

I am gathering information and parts for a heated steering wheel retrofit. I need a heated steering wheel, heated clocksping, a 10 pin connector and some wiring. I really want heated seats but I can't justify even 300$ for a pair of seats I am going to rip apart. I never had heated anything in any of my cars so a heated steering wheel is a huge win by itself.

Is it possible to take the old casing (leather/vinyl) off, install the heating element and re-wrap the steering wheel ?

Nickco43 · 08-19-2018, 07:47 PM

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Is it possible to take the old casing (leather/vinyl) off, install the heating element and re-wrap the steering wheel ?

I am sure you could if you really wanted to. You would also need to make room for the heating module built into the wheel.

I just installed the new clock spring and it was a chore. It needed to be calibrated and programmed into the car which took almost three hours for me to figure out. When I first started the car up my dash was a Christmas tree. God forbid something is plug and play with this car.

08-16-2018, 09:18 PM	#6801
Nickco43 Lieutenant Colonel 1458 Rep 1,912 Posts Drives: 08 E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW [0.00]	Today I did my full CIC + combox retrofit: Too bad the junkyard didn't know how to ship something and they broke the face plate. Does anyone have a cic faceplate or a glovebox usb port they could sell me?
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gamesfrager Banned 198 Rep 709 Posts Drives: 2011 328i Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Calgary iTrader: (0)	Used a clay mitt for the first time. Never used any kind of clay products before. I had some rough areas on the lower part of the fender, and I was able to take out 90% or more out. Not bad! Then used Jescar Powerlock. That thing makes your car like it's made out of glass. So smooth Tomorrow will tackle the interior. Attached Images
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tylerboland01 Private First Class 53 Rep 151 Posts Drives: 08 335i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Magnolia, TX iTrader: (0)	Took apart my mirrors to clean and grease the motor connections, they no longer randomly reposition themselves now. Got my airbag and blower motor harness done. The dealer also informed me the previous owner purchased a 100,000 mile mataintence package that transferred over to me when I bought the car. So that was a nice surprise.
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AandSC Private 34 Rep 69 Posts Drives: 2009 335i M-Sport MT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Jax, FL iTrader: (0)	Carbon fiber interior wrap installed. Thanks to my awesome wife for all the help. She’s much more talented than I am. No way it would have come out as nice if I did it. Love the new look and it covered up some cosmetic flaws. Just need to clean up the mess from the install now..... __________________ 2009 335i Coupe M-Sport MT 136,000 miles 2013 Mini JCW 16,000 miles 2000 Lexus LS400 82,000 miles
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Nickco43 Lieutenant Colonel 1458 Rep 1,912 Posts Drives: 08 E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW [0.00]	I am gathering information and parts for a heated steering wheel retrofit. I need a heated steering wheel, heated clocksping, a 10 pin connector and some wiring. I really want heated seats but I can't justify even 300$ for a pair of seats I am going to rip apart. I never had heated anything in any of my cars so a heated steering wheel is a huge win by itself.
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Nickco43 Lieutenant Colonel 1458 Rep 1,912 Posts Drives: 08 E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW [0.00]	$22 later I have a heated steering wheel clock spring, connector and trim. I located a sport, heated, paddle shift steering wheel for $35. Hopefully it is still there when I call tomorrow.
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08-19-2018, 07:14 PM	#6818
arciga18 Brigadier General 1729 Rep 3,654 Posts Drives: LeMans/ Chestnut E90, RWD Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chicago iTrader: (3)	Cleaned wheels, wash , clay, seal , glaze, wax Tired as fuck . Attached Images
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