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      06-27-2013, 01:50 PM   #23
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Nah, I mean the little decals over those red markers over the rear bumper. I have those, I think they're called 'Dan's Decals' or somethin.

Yeah man, 3.0 liters is PLENTY sufficient!
Thanks for the idea..

http://www.dansdecals.com/BMW-Reflec...s-P274C73.aspx

What happens when the light is on?
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      06-27-2013, 04:58 PM   #24
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Thanks for the idea..

http://www.dansdecals.com/BMW-Reflec...s-P274C73.aspx

What happens when the light is on?
YA! The light is still visible but barely-def worth it!
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      07-09-2013, 03:53 PM   #25
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Time for a few updates:

Tried to install black and clear headlights. Trade with an 2.5l.
Didn't work out since the 2.5l didn't had Xenon but mine has. Had to revert everything since modifying the halogen housing wasn't an option because the 2.5l would have not sealed lights anymore.

The closest Suzi came to new Head lights.


Installed clear side signals.


Black center caps and dirty car:



Installed 15mm wheel spacers in rear:






New Cabin Filter installed. Didn't had time for the rest maintenance yet.

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      07-09-2013, 05:05 PM   #26
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I like your M steering wheel. How difficult is to replace? Is it possible to move paddle switches to M steering wheel?
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      07-10-2013, 08:43 AM   #27
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I like your M steering wheel. How difficult is to replace? Is it possible to move paddle switches to M steering wheel?
Thanks..

It's not difficult to replace at all.

If your car is prior (think it was) 8/04 production you need re retrofit an wiring harness from the steering column to the light switch.

Unplug the battery, wait 10 min. Take a long thin screwdriver and press the springs left and right in. The Airbag will pop out. Take a 16mm wrench and unscrew the steering wheel.

Here is a video:


The silver multifunction switches can be switched from your old Steering to the M wheel.

If you have SMG, I think you need a different steering wheel.

I need to say, I think the M wheel was one of my best mods so far.
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      07-10-2013, 11:40 AM   #28
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Are you SURE you have extended leather?.
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      07-10-2013, 11:48 AM   #29
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Are you SURE you have extended leather?.
Not extended. Suzi has the new england leather option.
The leather is softer.

Extended would be great.
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      07-10-2013, 05:49 PM   #30
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Thanks..

It's not difficult to replace at all.

If your car is prior (think it was) 8/04 production you need re retrofit an wiring harness from the steering column to the light switch.

Unplug the battery, wait 10 min. Take a long thin screwdriver and press the springs left and right in. The Airbag will pop out. Take a 16mm wrench and unscrew the steering wheel.

Here is a video:


The silver multifunction switches can be switched from your old Steering to the M wheel.

If you have SMG, I think you need a different steering wheel.

I need to say, I think the M wheel was one of my best mods so far.

OK, mine is 2008 3.0si with paddle shift and multi function buttons.
What is the correct part numbers that I need to get?
Is '32307906780' the correct one? (I dont want colored stiches)

And what is SMG????

Also could you measure the thickness of the M steering wheel? I would like to know how thicker that is.
Thanks.

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      07-10-2013, 06:24 PM   #31
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Car looks great, you are right, it does need clears. I can help you with that, PM me if you need xenons and your preference on graphite or chrome housing. I will make some calls and see if I can get them at a good price for you.

BMW Performance wheels look amazing on that car... wish I could afford those wheels myself! I think a 10mm spacer in rear would look maybe a little better but thats personal preference.
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      07-11-2013, 02:00 PM   #32
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OK, mine is 2008 3.0si with paddle shift and multi function buttons.
What is the correct part numbers that I need to get?
Is '32307906780' the correct one? (I dont want colored stiches)

And what is SMG????

Also could you measure the thickness of the M steering wheel? I would like to know how thicker that is.
Thanks.
I think you can get an adapter for your paddles but I'm not sure.

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...34&hg=32&fg=35

SMG = Sequential Manual Transmission was available from 2004-2006 like what came with the e60 M5 or optional e46 M3/ 330.

I ordered mine from Germany since it was cheaper this way.
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      07-11-2013, 02:08 PM   #33
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Car looks great, you are right, it does need clears. I can help you with that, PM me if you need xenons and your preference on graphite or chrome housing. I will make some calls and see if I can get them at a good price for you.

BMW Performance wheels look amazing on that car... wish I could afford those wheels myself! I think a 10mm spacer in rear would look maybe a little better but thats personal preference.
Thank you sir.

The car still pretty jacked up when I took the picture with the 15mm spacers.

Wheels are now pretty much flush. You will see with the next pictures.

I might need your help with the clear lights. Bothers me every time I see her.
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      07-12-2013, 12:03 PM   #34
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I love those wheels! Actually I saw another BMW with them the other day and snapped a pic to find out more about them later.

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They are not that common in the US.
The 313s are standard equipment on the 335is and 135is models. That pic is probably a 335is Coupe. My wife has a 2011 335is Coupe and these wheels are so good looking that we decided that there was no reason to replace them. Aftermarket wheels and tires is usually one of the first mods I've done to new cars.

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      07-12-2013, 01:17 PM   #35
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The 313s are standard equipment on the 335is and 135is models. That pic is probably a 335is Coupe. My wife has a 2011 335is Coupe and these wheels are so good looking that we decided that there was no reason to replace them. Aftermarket wheels and tires is usually one of the first mods I've done to new cars.

18" is 335is standard. The one in your picture look like the 18".
Upgrade to 19" was an option.

Also the 335is IS not common with a price tag you can get almost an M3 for that kind of money.

For the countries outside NA, there is no 335is.
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      08-01-2013, 12:55 PM   #36
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First world problem



One of my techs found that before.

Seems like someone else had this problem before.



My Z4 had a flat tire with the new wheels and tires. The valve stem broke.
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Haven't updated this thread for a while.

Finally got a set. They look amazing.


Added 10mm wheel spacers on the front axle and replaced the 15 with 12mm in the rear.
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Just curious, what didn't you like about the Viper?
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      01-23-2014, 12:26 PM   #39
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Just curious, what didn't you like about the Viper?
For some people probably a great car but didn't fit my requirements.

Not a refined car at all.
Engine and not much more. Traction problems all the time.
Interior was pure cheap plastic as you can find on yogurt cups.

Overall it was not for me.
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New Headlights are installed.

Was a PITA to move the Xenon in the 2007 Halogen housings but it was worth all the work.

I think the changed optic is amazing!!





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      02-03-2014, 09:11 PM   #41
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It looks awesome. Just get some aero side skirts now and you'll be pretty much done. Good job.
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      03-27-2014, 02:58 PM   #42
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It looks awesome. Just get some aero side skirts now and you'll be pretty much done. Good job.
Thanks. I had a Z4 ordered with the full Aero package back in 2005.

However the only piece I really loved was the front bumper and the facelift carbon fiber diffuser.

I think next steps are M seats, suspension and ,if a deal comes up, FI.
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      03-28-2014, 03:58 PM   #43
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I need to move to Florida, it was snowing here today and the potholes are 3 feet deep.
Car looks good.
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I need to move to Florida, it was snowing here today and the potholes are 3 feet deep.
Car looks good.
I feel your pain
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