Complete "cat-back" exhaust system for sale in the Carolinas area. Asking $100.
E46 328 Exhaust
vendredi 30 juin 2017
WTB E46 M3 not running
Looking to buy any E46 M3 coupe thats not running, something with engine or transmission issues or something along those lines. SMG or Manual I'll take either as long as I can get a clean title. I'm in the SF bay area so the closer the better but I'm willing to pay for shipping if the deal is good. I've got my own trailer so I can pick up if you're not too far away.
WTB E46 M3 not running
36mpg 320i-whats yours
My 320i 2004 is giving me 36mpg.Whats yours.
I am pleased with this as I believe it's a reasonable amount for a motor on 120k.
I am pleased with this as I believe it's a reasonable amount for a motor on 120k.
36mpg 320i-whats yours
E46 Coupe WANTED: A B C Pillars for coupe
Looking for the a b and c pillars in great shape for a coupe as mine are peeling pretty bad
Sent from my iPhone using E46Fanatics mobile app
Sent from my iPhone using E46Fanatics mobile app
E46 Coupe WANTED: A B C Pillars for coupe
M3 smg pump help
Hello this is my first post on this forum after looking for post with similar issues to mine and no luck finding them So I just decided to make my own . So recently I just got my first car an e46 m3, yes before you say I'm gonna kill my self I'm not an idiot I love this car and I understand how dangerous it can be and what it's capable of . I've had it for about 3 weeks and about a week ago I was driving to the gym and all of the sudden the EML light went on and all the buttons flashed and I had to pull over and turned off the car and turned it back on and it was fine for about another week then it happend again .. but this time after I turned it off and on the little transmission light to the right went on and it's been on since , I've noticed the car driving a bit weird. When I shift and get back on the gas it's as if it doesn't catch gear immediately it will rev for a second or so then be completely fine . My uncle owns his own shop an he had plugged one of his computers into it and it said I needed a new tps sensor (Witch is probably the solution to the issue I noticed) but it said the hydraulic pumps off .. I know that cost a lot of money and that's a serious issue but if the pump wasn't working will I still be able to shift fine ? The car has 81k miles and the only problems I notice is the tps sensor. He had told me if I'm gonna swap the smg pump might as well swap a whole new trans , WICH didn't make too much sense to me seemed kind of unnecessary. The car literally drives perfect other than the throttle catching right after a shift. Can someone help identify what's wrong ? Do I need a new pump let alone a new trans that will cost 5k?! Thanks
M3 smg pump help
Bilstein B4 Shocks + Vogtland Lowering Springs?
I just ordered some new B4 shocks and I was also thinking about dropping the height of the car while I have the suspension off. The B4s are marketed as 10% stiffer than the OEM Sachs struts so should Vogtland springs perform properly on B4s?
Bilstein B4 Shocks + Vogtland Lowering Springs?
Looking for Parts for 05 330 Ci Vert with ZHP & Cold Weather Pkg
I'm finding some parts I'd like to get hold of that are missing on my 2005 330Ci convertible.
1. Actual ash tray that fits to right of cig lighter in front console
2. Rolling top that covers rear of console ash tray between front seats but used by rear seat passengers
3. Jacking pads (if they can be removed and reinstalled without damage)
4. Round velcro Mat-loks (2) that fasten to vehicle floor for attaching oem floor mats
5. Drivers side "batwing" plastic piece that fastens in headliner. It sits to left of left rear passenger's left shoulder and fastens to fabric.
6. Factory radio/cd unit as a previous owner installed an aftermarket Kenwood. I'd like to get it back to stock.
Anyone have any of these? Thanks
Mike in Alabama
1. Actual ash tray that fits to right of cig lighter in front console
2. Rolling top that covers rear of console ash tray between front seats but used by rear seat passengers
3. Jacking pads (if they can be removed and reinstalled without damage)
4. Round velcro Mat-loks (2) that fasten to vehicle floor for attaching oem floor mats
5. Drivers side "batwing" plastic piece that fastens in headliner. It sits to left of left rear passenger's left shoulder and fastens to fabric.
6. Factory radio/cd unit as a previous owner installed an aftermarket Kenwood. I'd like to get it back to stock.
Anyone have any of these? Thanks
Mike in Alabama
Looking for Parts for 05 330 Ci Vert with ZHP & Cold Weather Pkg
7mm non hubcentric spacer
Does anyone know the lenght of the hub on a e46? (Too lazy to go out and measure). Couldn't find any spacer under 10mm that is hubcentric so I just ordered a non hubcentric 7mm spacer. Will it be safe to run them?
7mm non hubcentric spacer
Wagon Car Cover?
Does anyone have a car cover that works well with their wagon? I don't think BMW made one specifically for the touring. I'd prefer one that fits snugly, but am open to suggestions to other covers that work.
Wagon Car Cover?
E46 M3 Possible sale 2006 M3 AW 6 speed.
Not sure what to ask for, but I am contemplating a possible sale of my 2006 M3.
- 6 speed Manual
- Cinnamon interior
- 35k miles
- ESS 550 kit installed less than 200 miles ago.
- 0 paint work
- 0 dings
- TC Kline suspension
- Vorsteiner difuser
- Heated seats
- New Michelin PSS
- Clear bra done over sensitive areas.
- Car had the Inspection II done, no subframe issues and valve adjustment completed.
There is not much to say about this car other than it runs, looks and feels as a brand new car. It's a garage queen that was done right. Let me know what you guys feel about the asking price and if anyone is in the market. Thank you
- 6 speed Manual
- Cinnamon interior
- 35k miles
- ESS 550 kit installed less than 200 miles ago.
- 0 paint work
- 0 dings
- TC Kline suspension
- Vorsteiner difuser
- Heated seats
- New Michelin PSS
- Clear bra done over sensitive areas.
- Car had the Inspection II done, no subframe issues and valve adjustment completed.
There is not much to say about this car other than it runs, looks and feels as a brand new car. It's a garage queen that was done right. Let me know what you guys feel about the asking price and if anyone is in the market. Thank you
E46 M3 Possible sale 2006 M3 AW 6 speed.
hellooo
just a quick hello from me. Got a 330d 5 speed.love it.
had e39 530d before and although liked the car i hated the auto box:bow:
had e39 530d before and although liked the car i hated the auto box:bow:
hellooo
Need some advice
My husband and I are thinking of starting a garage next year. He wants to get me a diagnostic tablet from one of the tool vendors, Mac tools or Marco tools. Can someone with more experience let me know what if any advantage that has over using the fusion ap and doing research to find possible problems. Hubby thinks these computers tell you exactly what part of the system needs to be replaced without a bunch of testing and chasing gremlins.
Any advice would be great. I am no pro and dont claim to be. We are wanting to do this because shops charge so damn much to do work and we want to help people like us with lower incomes by opening a poor mans garage. Hubby is a great mechanic but he relys on me for the code reader crap and research. Is it worth it to go with an expensive price of equipment if I dont have the technician training?
I'll gladly learn or take a few classes but I dont plan on going back to college just to diagnose an engine code.
just a crazy girl with a bimmer
Any advice would be great. I am no pro and dont claim to be. We are wanting to do this because shops charge so damn much to do work and we want to help people like us with lower incomes by opening a poor mans garage. Hubby is a great mechanic but he relys on me for the code reader crap and research. Is it worth it to go with an expensive price of equipment if I dont have the technician training?
I'll gladly learn or take a few classes but I dont plan on going back to college just to diagnose an engine code.
just a crazy girl with a bimmer
Need some advice
2007 BMW 3-Series Black leather BMW 3 Series 335i 2007 used vehicle in good condition
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Replaced alternator and battery twice, battery light still on!
Hey guys,
I don't post too much since i can usually figure out my cars issues but today i'm really stumped! About 2 months ago the alternator went out on my 2004 330ci, the car died and the battery light came on. The battery was dead and it was obvious the alternator had given up. I bought a new Ultima alternator from Oreilly's which i put in quickly without any issues. I charged the battery and the car started right up, however the battery light was still on. I used a voltmeter and confirmed the alternator was making 13.8v across the battery terminals over the whole rpm range which led me to believe that my battery was bad since it is about 8 years old. I put in a new battery which changed nothing. I drove the car from San Francisco to San Diego (500 miles) since i had to get home with no issues along the way. I read on the other posts that sometimes the refurbished alternators are not perfect or that new batteries sometimes are bad. I pulled the battery from my m3 which has the same battery and exchanged the alternator at Oreilly's believing it was bad. Now i have the battery from the m3 which i know is good in the car and a new alternator. Battery light is still on. At idle the battery reads 13.58v, at idle with the lights and all electronics on it reads 13.28v, the gauge cluster shows 13.6v with the lights off, and with the car off the battery reads 12.25v. Anybody have any ideas? Any help appreciated. Thanks
I don't post too much since i can usually figure out my cars issues but today i'm really stumped! About 2 months ago the alternator went out on my 2004 330ci, the car died and the battery light came on. The battery was dead and it was obvious the alternator had given up. I bought a new Ultima alternator from Oreilly's which i put in quickly without any issues. I charged the battery and the car started right up, however the battery light was still on. I used a voltmeter and confirmed the alternator was making 13.8v across the battery terminals over the whole rpm range which led me to believe that my battery was bad since it is about 8 years old. I put in a new battery which changed nothing. I drove the car from San Francisco to San Diego (500 miles) since i had to get home with no issues along the way. I read on the other posts that sometimes the refurbished alternators are not perfect or that new batteries sometimes are bad. I pulled the battery from my m3 which has the same battery and exchanged the alternator at Oreilly's believing it was bad. Now i have the battery from the m3 which i know is good in the car and a new alternator. Battery light is still on. At idle the battery reads 13.58v, at idle with the lights and all electronics on it reads 13.28v, the gauge cluster shows 13.6v with the lights off, and with the car off the battery reads 12.25v. Anybody have any ideas? Any help appreciated. Thanks
Replaced alternator and battery twice, battery light still on!
e46 330d manual battery light problems.help
while im waiting on a replacement alternator arriving,im just trying to see if anyone else ccan shed any light on this
While driving im getting battery light when revs hit about 3500rpm
tested battery at shop with Bosch tester and it said battery is good,but only 60% charged
The thing is,Im getting 14.1volts at battery(with dig meter) so cant understand why battery light is appearing. yesterday it started appearing as low as 2500rpm.
no ther faults apart from glow plug module but thats been like that for ages.
is it possible it can still be alternator/regulator if it still puts out 14.1v?
Also on a 99 reg 330d does the voltage get regulated thru ecu etc as ive heard on later models this is the case.could be wrong though.
ive checked most grounds under bonnet which seem to be fine.cant see grounds from engine to gearbox or chassis legs.be handy if anyone has a pic or 2
While driving im getting battery light when revs hit about 3500rpm
tested battery at shop with Bosch tester and it said battery is good,but only 60% charged
The thing is,Im getting 14.1volts at battery(with dig meter) so cant understand why battery light is appearing. yesterday it started appearing as low as 2500rpm.
no ther faults apart from glow plug module but thats been like that for ages.
is it possible it can still be alternator/regulator if it still puts out 14.1v?
Also on a 99 reg 330d does the voltage get regulated thru ecu etc as ive heard on later models this is the case.could be wrong though.
ive checked most grounds under bonnet which seem to be fine.cant see grounds from engine to gearbox or chassis legs.be handy if anyone has a pic or 2
e46 330d manual battery light problems.help
Good video on rear diff axle seal?
I have a leaking real axle seal on the drivers side of the diff of my e46 330i. I am getting a 3rd car so I have the chance to look at doing this myself. I drive 500 miles/week and the diff vent is plugged as well due to all of the oil and crap on the diff.
I learn better with videos - how difficult is this for a moderately mechanically inclined person? I have not found videos for an E46 other than Xi cars but I just have an i. Not sure what other manufacturers videos I can watch that have the same basic set up.
I learn better with videos - how difficult is this for a moderately mechanically inclined person? I have not found videos for an E46 other than Xi cars but I just have an i. Not sure what other manufacturers videos I can watch that have the same basic set up.
Good video on rear diff axle seal?
DIY photos not displaying
Hi all,
The photos in my DIYs are not displaying cause Photobucket changed its terms of use. Linking photos on forums is now considered 3rd party hosting and they want $400/yr. I'm not paying that so while I look for another solution you can:
Click on the image to open in Photobucket.
If that doesn't work, Chrome users can open the image in an incognito tab. That seems to consistently work for me.
Sorry for the hassle. Unfortunately it is summer and I won't have a lot of time to fix this till the fall.
The photos in my DIYs are not displaying cause Photobucket changed its terms of use. Linking photos on forums is now considered 3rd party hosting and they want $400/yr. I'm not paying that so while I look for another solution you can:
Click on the image to open in Photobucket.
If that doesn't work, Chrome users can open the image in an incognito tab. That seems to consistently work for me.
Sorry for the hassle. Unfortunately it is summer and I won't have a lot of time to fix this till the fall.
DIY photos not displaying
Half way stop help!!
Hi my roof stop half way :(( maybe you know what is going on :/. Roof unlock And start lis going up and roof stop i saw video abuot this problem and i cant find how to repair :/ My mechanics said me change lis hall sensor I change and nothing:/
Half way stop help!!
URGENT help needed!
Here's the situation - I've been living in Norway but I'm due to leave the country today and return to the UK, with the rent on my apartment finishing today as well.
I recently replaced the expansion tank after the previous one developed a crack, the coolant then did not circulate so I removed the thermostat as a temp fix. It had been working fine until just now when I parked the car outside my apartment to load my luggage - I noticed a leak coming from one of the hoses connected to the expansion tank (assume it's the o ring).
I filled the tank to the brim, half tightened the cap and left the car on idle for 5 minutes - it leaked 125ml in this time.
I can see where the leak is coming from, is it possible to try and duct tape around the leak when it's dry to try and seal it? If not, can I drive with the leak and top it off every half hour?
There are no garages open on the weekend, and most have min 1 week waiting time at the moment. Staying here any longer would also mean re-booking hotels and ferries, and finding last minute accommodation here.
Any suggestions?
I recently replaced the expansion tank after the previous one developed a crack, the coolant then did not circulate so I removed the thermostat as a temp fix. It had been working fine until just now when I parked the car outside my apartment to load my luggage - I noticed a leak coming from one of the hoses connected to the expansion tank (assume it's the o ring).
I filled the tank to the brim, half tightened the cap and left the car on idle for 5 minutes - it leaked 125ml in this time.
I can see where the leak is coming from, is it possible to try and duct tape around the leak when it's dry to try and seal it? If not, can I drive with the leak and top it off every half hour?
There are no garages open on the weekend, and most have min 1 week waiting time at the moment. Staying here any longer would also mean re-booking hotels and ferries, and finding last minute accommodation here.
Any suggestions?
URGENT help needed!
Hosting photos
Where is a good spot to host photos to display on this site? I was using Photobucket, yet now they consider linking to an image "3rd party hosting" (http://ift.tt/2s9XFWe) and want $400/yr for it.
Most of the DIYs I wrote for the convertible forum have the photos hosted on photobucket and unfortunately and it is going to be a lot of work to update them... so I'm looking for a solution that will last for years and not end up in the same state as photobucket.
I could upload here, although I link far more photos per post than upload allows.. and the image detail is reduced.
Most of the DIYs I wrote for the convertible forum have the photos hosted on photobucket and unfortunately and it is going to be a lot of work to update them... so I'm looking for a solution that will last for years and not end up in the same state as photobucket.
I could upload here, although I link far more photos per post than upload allows.. and the image detail is reduced.
Hosting photos
What is this part called?
I've already looked around, and I am at a complete loss. I went even on the RealOEM website for this part and its not even labeled. I see it on the diagram but its not labeled from what I can see. I have a 2001 BMW 330Ci. Its a part of the bumper but it can come off. Its all cracked up and I just wanna find the part number or what its called atleast to replace it. I dont want to replace the entire bumper, just this one small part and everytime I check a junk yard, they are all cracked too and no one knows what its called. Thank you!!!
What is this part called?
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WTB 1 style 68 17x8.5 or set of 17's
i bought new tires and when I removed the wheels I found I had 3 7.5 and ONE 8.5.
looking for 1 8.5 style 68 or if you have a set of wheels, preferred square, I may be interested.
they need to be 17's
located in SC,
tyc@sc.rr.com
looking for 1 8.5 style 68 or if you have a set of wheels, preferred square, I may be interested.
they need to be 17's
located in SC,
tyc@sc.rr.com
WTB 1 style 68 17x8.5 or set of 17's
What's my car worth? 2002 BMW 330ci cinnamon interior
Hello all. I'm considering selling my BMW 330ci, and wanted to see what the value of it is. My uncle is interested I buying the car for my niece but to be honest I don't know what I would sell it for. So I thought I'd ask you guys and maybe get some competing offers at the same time ;)
It's a 2002 330ci with premium package, cold weather package, and sport package. It has 170k miles but has been maintained at the same shop it's entire life and maintained religiously. Always garaged, paint is in fantastic condition, interior is in mint condition. When I bought it I put $1200 in it fixing a head gasket leak, drive belts and misc tune up costs. And then $800 on firehawk Indy tires. The rims are 19in oem m3 front rims. 235 all around.
What would you say the value Is? It drives perfectly, and looks spectacular.
Thanks for the help
It's a 2002 330ci with premium package, cold weather package, and sport package. It has 170k miles but has been maintained at the same shop it's entire life and maintained religiously. Always garaged, paint is in fantastic condition, interior is in mint condition. When I bought it I put $1200 in it fixing a head gasket leak, drive belts and misc tune up costs. And then $800 on firehawk Indy tires. The rims are 19in oem m3 front rims. 235 all around.
What would you say the value Is? It drives perfectly, and looks spectacular.
Thanks for the help
What's my car worth? 2002 BMW 330ci cinnamon interior
Another EU2 call for help
Good morning folks, I have a simple question...
I've been preparing to flash my 03 325iT to EU2 for a while. I have all the software loaded and functioning. I have updated my DME to the latest flash suggested by WinFKP with no issues.
But, I'm a bit uncertain about my next step. I have looked through the programmed DMEs on bmwfans.info and realoem to find the appropriate EU2 zusb number for my car and I've hit a brick wall.
None of the zusbs listed match my car's equipment exactly.
http://ift.tt/2tsL0RZ
The closest I can come is 7 564 762. But, it lists "SMG: Yes". I do not have a SMG, just a regular old 5 speed.
My question is this. Can I use this zusb (7 564 762) to flash my car, even though it does not have an SMG? As you can imagine, I'm worried about bricking my car by using the wrong flash.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I've been preparing to flash my 03 325iT to EU2 for a while. I have all the software loaded and functioning. I have updated my DME to the latest flash suggested by WinFKP with no issues.
But, I'm a bit uncertain about my next step. I have looked through the programmed DMEs on bmwfans.info and realoem to find the appropriate EU2 zusb number for my car and I've hit a brick wall.
None of the zusbs listed match my car's equipment exactly.
http://ift.tt/2tsL0RZ
The closest I can come is 7 564 762. But, it lists "SMG: Yes". I do not have a SMG, just a regular old 5 speed.
My question is this. Can I use this zusb (7 564 762) to flash my car, even though it does not have an SMG? As you can imagine, I'm worried about bricking my car by using the wrong flash.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Another EU2 call for help
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Need Help with Assembling
Can anyone throw a link for a complete engine rebuild with torque specs and I instructions on how to put head cylinder back together
Need Help with Assembling
Need Help Identifying This Cold Start Rattle
Another day, another E46 issue. :D This one came out of nowhere. The cold start rattle (starts at 0:14) happens whether the DISA is plugged in or not. The rattling noise goes away after a few seconds.
Is it the idler pulley? I can't tell where it's coming from. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
https://youtu.be/TpMJcT_KhGU
Is it the idler pulley? I can't tell where it's coming from. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
https://youtu.be/TpMJcT_KhGU
Need Help Identifying This Cold Start Rattle
E46 330 FS: 2004 ZHP Coupe - $975 (This week only)
I'm selling complete chassis, ZHP motor, 6-speed transmission and drivetrain. Come pick it up in Cincinnati, OH. It has been sitting so long that the engine does not start currently. The first video shows this. Before this happened, I had no issues at all with the engine, or transmission for that matter. The second and third video show the engine starting up and running fine before the car was sitting. The chassis has over 180K miles but the engine has about 140K miles. It was replaced completely brand new under warranty by BMW when the car had 43K miles. I've posted the receipt from BMW showing the new engine replacement.
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Everything in the pictures is what comes with the car, I stripped out the interior. The control arms are OEM Lemfoerder and were installed a month before my car was totaled. The steering rack is a rebuilt ZHP rack by the Rack Doctor. Exhaust is OEM ZHP.
Last year my car was hit in the front left and damaged the front left wheel, bent the strut and outer tie rod and warped the strut mount tower. My insurance company would only value the car as a regular 330 so with the miles they would only total the car. I decided to part out the car. Here is a picture right after the accident.
I need to get this car out of my garage so my loss is your gain. Come pick it up sometime this week with $975 cash for everything. I know the engine is not running right now, but I had no problems before it sat, and I'm including everything else which 6-speed transmission, drivetrain and some suspension components are all still great.
I'm located in Cincinnati, OH 45205. My email is danwags999@gmail.com and my phone number is 5132136492. You can text or call me.
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[youtube]FXIamuJWob4[/youtube]
[youtube]Emf008jbC1g[/youtube]
Everything in the pictures is what comes with the car, I stripped out the interior. The control arms are OEM Lemfoerder and were installed a month before my car was totaled. The steering rack is a rebuilt ZHP rack by the Rack Doctor. Exhaust is OEM ZHP.
Last year my car was hit in the front left and damaged the front left wheel, bent the strut and outer tie rod and warped the strut mount tower. My insurance company would only value the car as a regular 330 so with the miles they would only total the car. I decided to part out the car. Here is a picture right after the accident.
I need to get this car out of my garage so my loss is your gain. Come pick it up sometime this week with $975 cash for everything. I know the engine is not running right now, but I had no problems before it sat, and I'm including everything else which 6-speed transmission, drivetrain and some suspension components are all still great.
I'm located in Cincinnati, OH 45205. My email is danwags999@gmail.com and my phone number is 5132136492. You can text or call me.
E46 330 FS: 2004 ZHP Coupe - $975 (This week only)
PA Soft Help
Any "local" to the Albany/Capital District area have the PA Soft program and could help me? (Not you, JustinZ). Got some weird dash stuff going on and the car is slightly paralyzed.
One BMW to rule them all....
One BMW to rule them all....
PA Soft Help
I'm Back and Looking for a Project Car
So a lot of you probably don't know me, but i used to post on this board daily back in..jeez, I think the last time I posted regularly was maybe 2008
A lot has happened since then, most relevant is I moved to NY and kind of lost my love of cars. Now, I look at cars as a means to get around and nothing more. Kinda sad, I know
BUT, in the past two weeks, I've been watching random detailing YouTube channels like AMMO NY, and another guy names ChrisFix and it's reignited my love of cars
I'm moving back to LA soon and I want to have a project car I can drive on the weekends and track days (so needs to be road legal)
At first, I was thinking of an s2000 or e36 M3, but I thought I'd rather take a $5K (or below) car and fix it up
Any suggestions?
side note: BTW, it's kind of funny, when I used to post on this site back in 2008, I could barely afford the $150 I spent for the Mtech II kit on my silver 330i (which I gave to my little cousin). But I'm 33 now, and excited to be able to properly mod my car
edit: after posting, I saw my sig below...LOL, yea, like I said, I didn't make any money when I was 24-25 so I never got to installing any of those "Future Mods" haha
A lot has happened since then, most relevant is I moved to NY and kind of lost my love of cars. Now, I look at cars as a means to get around and nothing more. Kinda sad, I know
BUT, in the past two weeks, I've been watching random detailing YouTube channels like AMMO NY, and another guy names ChrisFix and it's reignited my love of cars
I'm moving back to LA soon and I want to have a project car I can drive on the weekends and track days (so needs to be road legal)
At first, I was thinking of an s2000 or e36 M3, but I thought I'd rather take a $5K (or below) car and fix it up
Any suggestions?
side note: BTW, it's kind of funny, when I used to post on this site back in 2008, I could barely afford the $150 I spent for the Mtech II kit on my silver 330i (which I gave to my little cousin). But I'm 33 now, and excited to be able to properly mod my car
edit: after posting, I saw my sig below...LOL, yea, like I said, I didn't make any money when I was 24-25 so I never got to installing any of those "Future Mods" haha
I'm Back and Looking for a Project Car
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Xenon flickers... whats wrong?
So after 17yrs, the color of the lights that my xenon was emitting were uneven... one yellowish and one cooler tones. So i decided to replace with aftermarket bulbs a couple of weeks ago. I started noticing that i get random flickers while im driving. Whats this mean?! Is it the bulbs or is my ballast starting to go out?
This is what i bought on amazon:
Roadi HID Xenon Replacement Bulbs - D2S - D2C - D2R - 6000K - Bright White(1 Pair) - 2 Year Warranty http://ift.tt/2urolTc
This is what i bought on amazon:
Roadi HID Xenon Replacement Bulbs - D2S - D2C - D2R - 6000K - Bright White(1 Pair) - 2 Year Warranty http://ift.tt/2urolTc
Xenon flickers... whats wrong?
Any E46 FS: GM Transmission and other bits
Hey guys, recently swapped my 03 325i over to a 5-speed manual so all of my automatic transmission parts are available. The transmission still worked great and shifted smoothly without issues when taken out of the car.
All parts have 111,000 miles on them.
Parts include:
GM 5-speed transmission - $275
Driveshaft - $70
Brake pedal assembly -$20
Gear selector with black leather shift knob-$40
OR $350 for the whole lot.
Located in College Park, MD but willing to meet up in person within reasonable driving distance.
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All parts have 111,000 miles on them.
Parts include:
GM 5-speed transmission - $275
Driveshaft - $70
Brake pedal assembly -$20
Gear selector with black leather shift knob-$40
OR $350 for the whole lot.
Located in College Park, MD but willing to meet up in person within reasonable driving distance.
Sent from my iPhone using E46Fanatics mobile app
Any E46 FS: GM Transmission and other bits
Selling Apple iPhone 7 Plus New 256GB Unlocked $600
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Buy 5 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $3,500
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Our Mobile Phone`s Are Brand New Original Unlocked with one Year International Warranty
Fast Free Shipping Worldwide. Shipping from Canada Genuine products.
100% Guaranteed Lowest Price. 100% Satisfaction. We ship with FedEx
For more Products like Samsung, LG, Blackberry and Laptops. Please visit our site
Canada day Promotion sales: Start 1th to 4th of July 2017 (Get 30% Discount off)
Company Name 72buyers
Call us +1-647-247-0876
Call us +1-647-946-6609
Price are US Dollars
Minimum Order five Pieces
Payment Methods, Bank Transfer Only
Buy 5 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $3,500
Buy 10 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $6000
Buy 20 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $10,000
Buy 30 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $12,000
Buy 40 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $17,200
Buy 50 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 32GB $20,000
Buy 5 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $4000
Buy 10 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $7000
Buy 20 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $12,000
Buy 30 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $15,000
Buy 40 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $18,000
Buy 50 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 128GB $21,500
Buy 5 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $4,500
Buy 10 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $8000
Buy 20 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $14,000
Buy 30 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $18,000
Buy 40 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $20,000
Buy 50 Pieces Apple iPhone 7 Plus 256GB $22,500
Selling Apple iPhone 7 Plus New 256GB Unlocked $600
e46 newbie
Hello there, i'm Themba from Tembisa(Kempton park), South Africa. My project to rebuild this neglected 2001 320d (M47engine)has suffered a setback and i hope to get it back on track here. Long story short, earlier in jan this year i got lost and ran out of gas, put in 5litres to get to the nearest filling station and then the DDE light started staying on permanently every time i switch on the ignition. The car was still running fine though. This past weekend as i was driving the car it suddenly started idling rough, puffed out black exhaust smoke and engine cut out. Towed it to my garage, opened the hood and found that one of the wires(red one) connecting to the Fuel Injectors pressure sensor had snapped. Soldered it back and tried to start, now the car cranks but wont start. Upon investigating the fuel supply system i noticed diesel pressure is ok up to after the diesel filter that is located under the passenger side of the car. However, no diesel is supplied in the injection rai
I'm still waiting for my Inpa cable that I ordered on bid or buy.l.
How can i test if the High Pressure Diesel Pump is working or not in the meantime.
I'm still waiting for my Inpa cable that I ordered on bid or buy.l.
How can i test if the High Pressure Diesel Pump is working or not in the meantime.
e46 newbie
FS: Valentine One or VV1
For sale is my Valentine One or V1. Good condition, everything works. Bought for my E46 but not only do I not get to speeds where I really need this, but I now realize that virtually all my driving is residential, and this just doesn't really have a use there. Comes with suction mount. Price is $280 OBO.
I know V1 used to be the best you could get, pretty much still is AFAIK.
I know V1 used to be the best you could get, pretty much still is AFAIK.
FS: Valentine One or VV1
**Eonon SALE!!! GA7150A for $430 - ENDS MIDNIGHT TONIGHT - 30/06
I've just ordered a GA7150A but this ENDS TODAY in 8 hours!
http://ift.tt/2stsyEn
RRP $489 down to $449 with free shipping
Once in the cart you can add a $15 off coupon and I also was able to add another coupon, EononYoung, for another $4 off
There's the GA7150 (non A) for $379 as well plus the $15 + $4 off as above.
EDIT: The EononYoung code didn't work :(. You can apply it and see the $4 discount on the website and in PayPal but it still charged me $434. Oh well...
http://ift.tt/2stsyEn
RRP $489 down to $449 with free shipping
Once in the cart you can add a $15 off coupon and I also was able to add another coupon, EononYoung, for another $4 off
There's the GA7150 (non A) for $379 as well plus the $15 + $4 off as above.
EDIT: The EononYoung code didn't work :(. You can apply it and see the $4 discount on the website and in PayPal but it still charged me $434. Oh well...
**Eonon SALE!!! GA7150A for $430 - ENDS MIDNIGHT TONIGHT - 30/06
2006 BMW M3 NO RESERVE LOW MILES 83K SMG CLEAN STEEL GRAY 2006 M3 Cabrio SMG 333HP 83
2006 BMW M3 NO RESERVE LOW MILES 83K SMG CLEAN STEEL GRAY 2006 M3 Cabrio SMG 333HP 83
jeudi 29 juin 2017
What is this piece?
Found this rubber wedge piece in the rear passenger floor. Not sure what it's for?
TIA!
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TIA!
Sent from my SM-G950U using E46Fanatics mobile app
What is this piece?
Aussie 323Ci - Long, Boring, Don't Read
This is my 2000 Fern Green 323Ci purchased last year to use as a dedicated track and BMW Club events car. It was originally ordered from Australia and delivered in Munich specifically without a sunroof, which means I don’t have 25kg in the wrong place! The last owner had it for ten years and it had a perfect service record. I was able to get the itemised invoices so can see that everything was done to keep it in perfect mechanical condition . With 160,000 kms on the clock it has hit the 100,000 mile anniversary and needed work to ensure it would do the next 100,000. It was mechanically in great condition except that the suspension was worn out.
It replaced this, a 2000 328i which was a garage queen and show car. It came first in class in the BMW Nationals in 2015. Nice car but it was never going to be a track car!
The first job was to bring the interior back to life. The leather took some effort to getting it back to spec. Using a company in the UK, I matched the leather colour then re-stained the leather seats, front and back to restore the colour and remove any creases and blemishes. The lesson from this was how heavy the seats were with their electric motors. But the end result is that the interior is now very clean and presentable and the leather has years left in them.
Next was the suspension. Having had a lot of experience with Koni Sports (adjustable) struts and shocks I went with a Koni/H&R Sport Spring package which I sourced from Germany. This combination was nearly half the cost of what I was being quoted here in Sydney, including shipping. Also ordered all new bump stops, pads and other bits from Pelican Parts in California. Over Christmas last year did the job over two days as I wasn’t in a rush and it is really a pretty easy job to do. Mind you, it did remind me that I am not 21 anymore! That did reveal that the front sway bar links were kaput so a new set went in. The rest of the front arms and bushes were quite new so no problems there.
Intending to track the car I was conscious of the rear sub frame and tower issues and took steps to ensure this would not be a problem. Pelican supplied a full set of UUC rear mounts and Lemforder bushes as well as an AKG Sports reinforcement kit and knowing how horrendous the job was, gave it to my local mechanic who said that out of a score of 10 in difficulty, it rated a 12! That’s why I gave it to you, was my reply. Thanks Steve from Guy Tassell Automotive. As an aside I got them to glue the reinforcement plates instead of welding. They did a great job and the car drives like new.
Although intending to put a full cold air intake (something like an Injen short air ram intake) in I temporarily replaced the stock air filter with a K&N unit. Fresh brake fluid and a change in diff oil and we were nearly ready to go. A full external detail followed and then it was the pre-track day check. May not be the fastest but always look good! :lmao: I always pull off each wheel to check brakes, wheels for cracks and tyres for any problems. Good thing I did as there was a screw in the left rear. A professional fix and I was ready for the track. Am running Michelin Pilot Sports on the car at the moment and didn’t have time to organise a set of R spec tyres.
Track day debut was with the BMW Club NSW at Eastern Creek outside Sydney on the South Circuit, a very twisty and hilly course which was huge fun as well as being technically difficult. My choice of a 323Ci was deliberate as I wanted to compete in a particular class to have fun. This isn’t about sheep stations. (Translation: no mega-buck prizes even if you do win). It also pitted me against both six and four cylinder models with approximately similar power to weight ratios. So although the 323Ci is a 2.5 liter six it is actually outclassed on paper by E36 318is and Ti models. On such a tight course, they definitely had an advantage. So the nut behind the wheel is just as important as the car.
Anyway, had a great time and didn’t do too badly. The road tyres overheated quickly and we started sliding around which not only cost time but led to a few “are we going to hold the turn” moments. I needn’t have worried as the suspension and tyres held up well. I had set the Konis to full soft on the rear and one turn on the front. Will change that to one turn on the rear and one and a half turn on the fronts. But a great day out and the car handled so well. I didn’t mention that it was an automatic and it responded quite well in manual mode. Tried it in sport mode but on this type of circuit it constantly was playing catch up. By the way the reason for an auto was that every E46 I had seen in manual (at least for my budget) was in very poor condition. Besides, I am of that age where I can’t be bothered with clutches and gearshifts!
Even with fresh brake fluid pedal feel wasn’t too good at some moments due to continual use of the brakes. Have no idea what pads are on the car but they gave good enough grip. Same for rotors. They are round and metal looking and I suspect they are ATE but no guarantees. So track day one was a good test day and after consideration I am going to do a few more things to the car.
As you can see in the photos there is a little more body roll than I would like. Adjusting the Konis will help but I think a set of stiffer (bigger) sway bars would work better. So I have ordered a set of Whiteline 30mm front 20mm rear combination sway bars. It will also help me to dial out the tendency to understeer the car has at the moment. The standard Sport seats are great and more than adequate for track days but I will get a harness to keep me locked into place. Other modifications will be a remap after the cold air intake is fitted and R spec tyres. Accordingly a cheap set of Style 44’s has been sourced and after a refresh will be shod with Hankook RS3’s. Lighter wheels were an option but at this stage I would rather put the money to other things and worry about that later.
After that it will be a set of slotted rotors with standard Textar pads. Yes I could get a more dedicated track pad but there is a set sitting on the shelf and from what I have read here they are a great combination. A set of steel brake lines also won’t go astray. While the cooling system is looking and performing well enough history is against it so a new water pump, thermostat, hoses etc. will all go in. The mechanical fan will come out and be replaced with an electric unit. Although they look OK, the engine mounts will be updated and the transmission will get a flush. About the only thing that hasn’t been replaced by this stage will be the guibo so at some stage that too will get fixed up.
Why an E46 rather than an E36 or something else? Well I think the E46 will be the iconic pre-turbocharged 3 Series. It is to my eyes, the best looking and has a combination of style and technology that gets it by even today. Having owned an E46 328i Sedan I think the sports oriented Coupe is a far superior car, seems more balanced and is just as good to look at. Whilst the temptation of turning it into a CSL replica is there I think I have enough to do to get the mechanicals the way I want them and then just go and have fun!
It replaced this, a 2000 328i which was a garage queen and show car. It came first in class in the BMW Nationals in 2015. Nice car but it was never going to be a track car!
The first job was to bring the interior back to life. The leather took some effort to getting it back to spec. Using a company in the UK, I matched the leather colour then re-stained the leather seats, front and back to restore the colour and remove any creases and blemishes. The lesson from this was how heavy the seats were with their electric motors. But the end result is that the interior is now very clean and presentable and the leather has years left in them.
Next was the suspension. Having had a lot of experience with Koni Sports (adjustable) struts and shocks I went with a Koni/H&R Sport Spring package which I sourced from Germany. This combination was nearly half the cost of what I was being quoted here in Sydney, including shipping. Also ordered all new bump stops, pads and other bits from Pelican Parts in California. Over Christmas last year did the job over two days as I wasn’t in a rush and it is really a pretty easy job to do. Mind you, it did remind me that I am not 21 anymore! That did reveal that the front sway bar links were kaput so a new set went in. The rest of the front arms and bushes were quite new so no problems there.
Intending to track the car I was conscious of the rear sub frame and tower issues and took steps to ensure this would not be a problem. Pelican supplied a full set of UUC rear mounts and Lemforder bushes as well as an AKG Sports reinforcement kit and knowing how horrendous the job was, gave it to my local mechanic who said that out of a score of 10 in difficulty, it rated a 12! That’s why I gave it to you, was my reply. Thanks Steve from Guy Tassell Automotive. As an aside I got them to glue the reinforcement plates instead of welding. They did a great job and the car drives like new.
Although intending to put a full cold air intake (something like an Injen short air ram intake) in I temporarily replaced the stock air filter with a K&N unit. Fresh brake fluid and a change in diff oil and we were nearly ready to go. A full external detail followed and then it was the pre-track day check. May not be the fastest but always look good! :lmao: I always pull off each wheel to check brakes, wheels for cracks and tyres for any problems. Good thing I did as there was a screw in the left rear. A professional fix and I was ready for the track. Am running Michelin Pilot Sports on the car at the moment and didn’t have time to organise a set of R spec tyres.
Track day debut was with the BMW Club NSW at Eastern Creek outside Sydney on the South Circuit, a very twisty and hilly course which was huge fun as well as being technically difficult. My choice of a 323Ci was deliberate as I wanted to compete in a particular class to have fun. This isn’t about sheep stations. (Translation: no mega-buck prizes even if you do win). It also pitted me against both six and four cylinder models with approximately similar power to weight ratios. So although the 323Ci is a 2.5 liter six it is actually outclassed on paper by E36 318is and Ti models. On such a tight course, they definitely had an advantage. So the nut behind the wheel is just as important as the car.
Anyway, had a great time and didn’t do too badly. The road tyres overheated quickly and we started sliding around which not only cost time but led to a few “are we going to hold the turn” moments. I needn’t have worried as the suspension and tyres held up well. I had set the Konis to full soft on the rear and one turn on the front. Will change that to one turn on the rear and one and a half turn on the fronts. But a great day out and the car handled so well. I didn’t mention that it was an automatic and it responded quite well in manual mode. Tried it in sport mode but on this type of circuit it constantly was playing catch up. By the way the reason for an auto was that every E46 I had seen in manual (at least for my budget) was in very poor condition. Besides, I am of that age where I can’t be bothered with clutches and gearshifts!
Even with fresh brake fluid pedal feel wasn’t too good at some moments due to continual use of the brakes. Have no idea what pads are on the car but they gave good enough grip. Same for rotors. They are round and metal looking and I suspect they are ATE but no guarantees. So track day one was a good test day and after consideration I am going to do a few more things to the car.
As you can see in the photos there is a little more body roll than I would like. Adjusting the Konis will help but I think a set of stiffer (bigger) sway bars would work better. So I have ordered a set of Whiteline 30mm front 20mm rear combination sway bars. It will also help me to dial out the tendency to understeer the car has at the moment. The standard Sport seats are great and more than adequate for track days but I will get a harness to keep me locked into place. Other modifications will be a remap after the cold air intake is fitted and R spec tyres. Accordingly a cheap set of Style 44’s has been sourced and after a refresh will be shod with Hankook RS3’s. Lighter wheels were an option but at this stage I would rather put the money to other things and worry about that later.
After that it will be a set of slotted rotors with standard Textar pads. Yes I could get a more dedicated track pad but there is a set sitting on the shelf and from what I have read here they are a great combination. A set of steel brake lines also won’t go astray. While the cooling system is looking and performing well enough history is against it so a new water pump, thermostat, hoses etc. will all go in. The mechanical fan will come out and be replaced with an electric unit. Although they look OK, the engine mounts will be updated and the transmission will get a flush. About the only thing that hasn’t been replaced by this stage will be the guibo so at some stage that too will get fixed up.
Why an E46 rather than an E36 or something else? Well I think the E46 will be the iconic pre-turbocharged 3 Series. It is to my eyes, the best looking and has a combination of style and technology that gets it by even today. Having owned an E46 328i Sedan I think the sports oriented Coupe is a far superior car, seems more balanced and is just as good to look at. Whilst the temptation of turning it into a CSL replica is there I think I have enough to do to get the mechanicals the way I want them and then just go and have fun!
Aussie 323Ci - Long, Boring, Don't Read
Gelashvili performance
I wonder how gelashvili performance is so successful with turboing many E46's. How come they can do 325i's and 330i's while our members give a hard time to the people that ask about it. I understand that it cost more than the car. Just wondering what they do that's so special that not many others can't?
Gelashvili performance
Had a rattle, changed the oil now it's gone
For the past 12 months, I had this annoying rattle that sounded like a heat shield or exhaust flex pipe coming from my car. It was metal on metal sounding from the right front corner. The car ran fine. It would happen during hard acceleration of if the A/C was on. I had the car serviced yesterday oil, filter change grease etc... now the rattle is gone. I had only put in 4000 miles since the last oil change but, it was over a year since the last one so i decided to change it. Now i'm wondering if the shop that did the oiil change a year ago used the wrong oil and it was something internal or the shop left something lose and now it was tightened up this time around. It's bothering me very much.
Had a rattle, changed the oil now it's gone
After market deck install
Hey guys I'm trying to install a after market double din I had a stock navigation in it but I don't no what I need. I've attached some pictures
After market deck install
Scammer....Ridox! Buyer beware!
This seller from Bangkok, Thailand is a scammer. Paid for his side mirrors and he disappeared. Same situation with another forum member who bought his steering wheel. Buyers beware.
Scammer....Ridox! Buyer beware!
Fs: e46 sedan natural brown complete interior
This is a spare natural brown interior I have for my zhp but I need the space in the garage . The are power heated no rips or tears they have some cracks need cleaning . One of the door cards has a crack on the speaker grill , not looking to split local pick up . Also have black dash and black carpet if anyone is interested Located in fairfax va $800 obo
Fs: e46 sedan natural brown complete interior
Fs: e46 sedan natural brown complete interior
This is a spare natural brown interior I have for my zhp but I need the space in the garage . The are power heated no rips or tears they have some cracks need cleaning . One of the door cards has a crack on the speaker grill , not looking to split local pick up . Located in fairfax va $800 obo
Fs: e46 sedan natural brown complete interior
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