What did you buy your Z4 this week?

cbpip · 11-03-2021, 09:18 PM

Squidd99 ,
Plate has been relocated to the front tow hook license plate mount. Doesn't obstruct air flow. Pictures are prior to the relocation. Using painted Montego Blue color button plugs to cover existing holes from the mounting bracket.

Squidd99 · 11-04-2021, 06:55 AM

Sounds good. Because of the big grille, many Lexus owners, especially RC models, in states that required a front plate, used the license plate holders that employed the tow hook. Seems to work well. For many years, I just left the front plate off. My dealer said nobody ever put one onto an SC400, due to its unusual front end.
Fortunately, I live in the SW corner of the state, where the two neighboring states only required a rear plate, so many cars on our roads had no front plate so mine drew little attention from the po po.

AK72 · 11-04-2021, 07:32 AM

APEX EC-7R Forged wheels

Front: 18x9" ET31 with 245/35-18
Rear: 18x10" ET25 with 275/35-18

maupineda · 11-05-2021, 12:32 AM

Replaced the VANOS oil pump disc this past weekend for a lower mileage unit… next is changing the VANOS pressure accumulator and then my 4.10 diff. Though the latter may still be until February 2022.

After removing some bits necessary to get to the Cam Cover

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During Process

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All bottom up

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Tango22 · 11-05-2021, 01:11 PM

Bought a genuine ZHP weighted gearknob from a dealer. Brilliant purchase, makes the already slick gearbox even better in terms of feel and throw compared to the taller and lighter OEM gear knob. Highly recommend these if you haven't tried them.

Also took a punt on a pair of carbon grilles. Not sure how they will look, will decide when they arrive whether to keep them on or not.

vt100 · 11-05-2021, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Tango22

Bought a genuine ZHP weighted gearknob from a dealer.

Nice!

I've got the same one waiting to be installed together with Autosolution SSK. But need to teach my son to drive manual first (so I'll replace the clutch at the same time

)

maupineda · 11-05-2021, 06:17 PM

With the ASSK i decided against the stubby ZHP knob and went with the tall weighted one…

vt100 · 11-05-2021, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by maupineda

With the ASSK i decided against the stubby ZHP knob and went with the tall weighted one…

Hmm... will see after I install it. It's an easy thing to replace anyway

cbpip · 11-06-2021, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by AK72

APEX EC-7R Forger brushed clear

Front: 18x9" ET31 with 245/40-18
Rear: 18x10" ET25 with 275/35-18

Nice,
What front splitter is on your Z ?

3GFX · 11-06-2021, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cbpip

Nice,
What front splitter is on your Z ?

*cough* mine when he takes it off

ZeD4Mr · 11-06-2021, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by cbpip

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK72

APEX EC-7R Forger brushed clear

Front: 18x9" ET31 with 245/40-18
Rear: 18x10" ET25 with 275/35-18

Nice,
What front splitter is on your Z ?

I think it's MStache+ custom APR splitter..

AK72 · 11-08-2021, 07:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cbpip

Nice,
What front splitter is on your Z ?

It is a combination of APR splitter and Schmiedmann spoiler

Tango22 · 11-08-2021, 08:00 AM

Carbon wrapped my gear surround and the small slide out panel near the handbrake. Turned out well, pleased with it as the black plastic underneath had a few annoying scratches in it. I'm looking at wrapping the brushed aluminium trim in the centre console but it is a complete faff to remove I believe so for now I decided to just do the easy parts.

I think it gives a decent contrast between the light and dark pieces.

Huz-Z · 11-08-2021, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Tango22

Carbon wrapped my gear surround and the small slide out panel near the handbrake. Turned out well, pleased with it as the black plastic underneath had a few annoying scratches in it. I'm looking at wrapping the brushed aluminium trim in the centre console but it is a complete faff to remove I believe so for now I decided to just do the easy parts.

I think it gives a decent contrast between the light and dark pieces.

Looks great!!

AustinZ4 · 11-08-2021, 09:17 AM

For my 3.0i, found a BMW 530i using the same N52 engine with the 255HP intake manifold in a nearby junkyard. Got that with throttle body and MAF along with a new leather shifter boot. Started taking off the existing intake manifold. Got in some new emblems from ECS and a replacement vacuum hose.

thrak410 · 11-08-2021, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Tango22

Carbon wrapped my gear surround and the small slide out panel near the handbrake. Turned out well, pleased with it as the black plastic underneath had a few annoying scratches in it. I'm looking at wrapping the brushed aluminium trim in the centre console but it is a complete faff to remove I believe so for now I decided to just do the easy parts.

I think it gives a decent contrast between the light and dark pieces.

Did you do that yourself? Where did you get the material?

Looks great!

Tango22 · 11-09-2021, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by thrak410

Did you do that yourself? Where did you get the material?

Looks great!

Thanks!! I'm pleased with the way it turned out. Yes, didn't take long......an hour tops with a hairdryer and a craft knife. It was on Amazon, link below. I've wrapped various things over the years on my motorbikes using different types of wrap. This stuff is pretty damn decent compared to some. Easy to work with and the finish is very good once applied

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...LeEwUttMCzzDxU

Tango22 · 11-10-2021, 12:10 PM

My carbon/gloss black front grilles arrived today in the post. Have fitted them and I'm pleased with the looks - will take a photo soon and post it but the car is filthy this afternoon after a commute to and from work so I will wash her first!

Also swapped all interior lightbulbs including the boot to LED's, much crisper looking

wdb · 11-11-2021, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by AustinZ4

For my 3.0i, found a BMW 530i using the same N52 engine with the 255HP intake manifold in a nearby junkyard. Got that with throttle body and MAF along with a new leather shifter boot. Started taking off the existing intake manifold. Got in some new emblems from ECS and a replacement vacuum hose.

You're going to love it! (I had a 3.0si.) Pretty sure you need a tune as well. Let us know how it goes.

AustinZ4 · 11-11-2021, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by wdb

You're going to love it! (I had a 3.0si.) Pretty sure you need a tune as well. Let us know how it goes.

Yes, know about the tune. Got the manifold installed already and downloaded the SI tune from bimmerlabs. A buddy has a computer and cable so getting that tomorrow and planning the ECU tune over the weekend.

Tango22 · 11-11-2021, 12:57 PM

Gloss black grilles with carbon surrounds fitted today. They were supposed to be all carbon, including the slats but I think I prefer them this way instead. Wasn't sure how they would look against the Montego blue but I quite like them so far.

Huz-Z · 11-11-2021, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Tango22

Gloss black grilles with carbon surrounds fitted today. They were supposed to be all carbon, including the slats but I think I prefer them this way instead. Wasn't sure how they would look against the Montego blue but I quite like them so far.

Nice!! I’ve got a Montego Blue roadie too so I especially like to see pics of other cars like mine!

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Squidd99 Private 54 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2008 Z4 3.0 Csi Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Cincinnati, OH iTrader: (0)	Sounds good. Because of the big grille, many Lexus owners, especially RC models, in states that required a front plate, used the license plate holders that employed the tow hook. Seems to work well. For many years, I just left the front plate off. My dealer said nobody ever put one onto an SC400, due to its unusual front end. Fortunately, I live in the SW corner of the state, where the two neighboring states only required a rear plate, so many cars on our roads had no front plate so mine drew little attention from the po po.
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Tango22 Enlisted Member 51 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Touring Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Bought a genuine ZHP weighted gearknob from a dealer. Brilliant purchase, makes the already slick gearbox even better in terms of feel and throw compared to the taller and lighter OEM gear knob. Highly recommend these if you haven't tried them. Also took a punt on a pair of carbon grilles. Not sure how they will look, will decide when they arrive whether to keep them on or not.
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Tango22 Enlisted Member 51 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Touring Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Carbon wrapped my gear surround and the small slide out panel near the handbrake. Turned out well, pleased with it as the black plastic underneath had a few annoying scratches in it. I'm looking at wrapping the brushed aluminium trim in the centre console but it is a complete faff to remove I believe so for now I decided to just do the easy parts. I think it gives a decent contrast between the light and dark pieces.
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AustinZ4 Enlisted Member 64 Rep 38 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4 3.0i SMG Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Texas iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 [0.00]	For my 3.0i, found a BMW 530i using the same N52 engine with the 255HP intake manifold in a nearby junkyard. Got that with throttle body and MAF along with a new leather shifter boot. Started taking off the existing intake manifold. Got in some new emblems from ECS and a replacement vacuum hose.
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Tango22 Enlisted Member 51 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Touring Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	My carbon/gloss black front grilles arrived today in the post. Have fitted them and I'm pleased with the looks - will take a photo soon and post it but the car is filthy this afternoon after a commute to and from work so I will wash her first! Also swapped all interior lightbulbs including the boot to LED's, much crisper looking
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Tango22 Enlisted Member 51 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2021 M340i Touring Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Scotland iTrader: (0)	Gloss black grilles with carbon surrounds fitted today. They were supposed to be all carbon, including the slats but I think I prefer them this way instead. Wasn't sure how they would look against the Montego blue but I quite like them so far.
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