What have you done with or to your M3 today?

DrFerry wrote

Is the color "Japan Red" like the Evolve Automotive E92 M3?

It is not, it’s Melbourne Red as I do not believe we received any Japan Red cars to the U.S. / Canada but I am sure someone can correct me if I am wrong.

StealthnShadow wrote

Nice
Quick question - Does our Power Box Distributor fit right over top and did you need to get anything installed on the bottom of the battery for it to sit in place to the existing area?

StealthnShadow I chose H8/Group-49 60Ah; perfect OE fitment

• 1:1 sizing for install; essentially PnP as DrFerry mentioned
• ~30 min to complete w/ batt registration
• Selected AGM 90Ah - Closest available registration setting given E cars have no DME provision for Li batts; big plus - AG batts have a proven BMS to ensure no electrical issues arise.

Debated going with H6/Group-48 [marginal comparative weight savings], which will work/fit as well; however, jus didn't wanna deal with ANY fitment issues ==> drop-in, code & go!

So-far so good...maybe gained +10bhp too

StealthnShadow wrote

Night Mall Run…. #HappyHolidays

StealthnShadow looks like a perfect 'sled' for a "Ho-Ho-Ho" night run...luv the unique, gorgeous color!

A bit late but I recently installed Genuine BMW CF splitters/mirror caps. Finally got around to taking some shots before I dropped her off for an oil pan replacement (bimmerworld pan with dip stick) and a second rod bearings service (BE/ARP combo this time around). The dealer replaced them 6 years ago under warranty with OEM bearings, curious to see how they look!

AceBeezy wrote

A bit late but I recently installed Genuine BMW CF splitters/mirror caps. Finally got around to taking some shots before I dropped her off for an oil pan replacement (bimmerworld pan with dip stick) and a second rod bearings service (BE/ARP combo this time around). The dealer replaced them 6 years ago under warranty with OEM bearings, curious to see how they look!

You had bearings replaced under warranty? What was the circumstance behind the dealer coverage? How many miles on the replacement OEM ones? Would be good insight for others if you could post pics of the bearings when you replace them along with a description of your driving habits. The way you warm up the car, etc.

CF bits looking good

Reddevils7 wrote

You had bearings replaced under warranty? What was the circumstance behind the dealer coverage? How many miles on the replacement OEM ones? Would be good insight for others if you could post pics of the bearings when you replace them along with a description of your driving habits. The way you warm up the car, etc.

CF bits looking good

It was a third party warranty from AutoNation Toyota South Austin where I purchased the car in 2018. The warranty was a Silver High Mileage Warranty since the car had 103,706 miles at the time (it now has 155,455).

Almost a year later of ownership in 2019, I took it to Bavarian Auto Repair for a routine oil change and I provided a Blackstone sample kit. Upon picking the car up, the tech mentioned he saw “a lot” of metal flakes. I immediately took it back to the dealership who then called my warranty company. They mentioned it was a long shot and they’ve never seen rod bearings replaced under warranty at the dealership. Luckily, it got approved among MANY other repairs. The service advisor at the dealer asked if I wanted aftermarket bearings instead of OEM. Since the BE bearings were sold out everywhere and it’s my daily driver (couldn’t wait longer), I went with OEM bearings at no cost. In hindsight, I should’ve looked into other aftermarket bearings that were on the market. This initial rod bearing service was done at 115,622 miles. I didn’t know any better at the time and should’ve asked for pictures of the bearings.

Driving habits: I ‘almost always’ allow her to warm up at least 90-120 seconds before I hit the road depending on environment (pretty much once the cold start dies down). I’ve lived in 3 different states during ownership. One of which was Maryland so the car warmed up 2-4 min longer while I was scrubbing ice off the windshield and shoveling any snow out of the way during winter months. Outside of that, it’s ‘almost always’ 90-120 seconds then I hit the road and I always keep the RPMs under 3k until optimal temp. I don’t track, I don’t drive it like I stole it everyday, but like many others I do enjoy some spirited driving when I get a chance on open roads. I’m now in stop/go traffic most of the time during my work commute.

The tech who worked on my car mentioned it looks like “normal wear, if there is such a thing.” Would appreciate y’all’s thoughts on how they look.

Embarrassed to mention this but I hydrolocked my car like a complete idiot about 3 months ago. Thankfully a local shop in town revived her with a few oil changes.

AceBeezy wrote

It was a third party warranty from AutoNation Toyota South Austin where I purchased the car in 2018. The warranty was a Silver High Mileage Warranty since the car had 103,706 miles at the time (it now has 155,455).

Almost a year later of ownership in 2019, I took it to Bavarian Auto Repair for a routine oil change and I provided a Blackstone sample kit. Upon picking the car up, the tech mentioned he saw “a lot” of metal flakes. I immediately took it back to the dealership who then called my warranty company. They mentioned it was a long shot and they’ve never seen rod bearings replaced under warranty at the dealership. Luckily, it got approved among MANY other repairs. The service advisor at the dealer asked if I wanted aftermarket bearings instead of OEM. Since the BE bearings were sold out everywhere and it’s my daily driver (couldn’t wait longer), I went with OEM bearings at no cost. In hindsight, I should’ve looked into other aftermarket bearings that were on the market. This initial rod bearing service was done at 115,622 miles. I didn’t know any better at the time and should’ve asked for pictures of the bearings.

Driving habits: I ‘almost always’ allow her to warm up at least 90-120 seconds before I hit the road depending on environment (pretty much once the cold start dies down). I’ve lived in 3 different states during ownership. One of which was Maryland so the car warmed up 2-4 min longer while I was scrubbing ice off the windshield and shoveling any snow out of the way during winter months. Outside of that, it’s ‘almost always’ 90-120 seconds then I hit [...]

Those were lci bearings. Decent wear for 40k miles but I've seen worse on here with less miles. This was my single owner pre lci bearings with 19k miles

That warranty came in clutch. You definitely got your money's worth lol what else was done?

e90sanmarino wrote

I heard stickers add hp, so I put some on my LMs

Wheels are beautiful

What brake kit are you running?

Flashed with Alex engine tune today. Brief run in below zero temp - when it goes like crazy anyhow - I'll get back in the Alex thread after some more driving. Feels good though.
Will load the DCT tune later.

Good fun!

Helmsman wrote

Flashed with Alex engine tune today. Brief run in below zero temp - when it goes like crazy anyhow - I'll get back in the Alex thread after some more driving. Feels good though.
Will load the DCT tune later.

Good fun!

Helmsman Yur likely enjoying 'mad HP/TQ' gains from new tune, that with CAI sucking super dense/O2 rich air

Technically was on 12/22 but I just figured out how to embed videos today..

Reddevils7 wrote

Wheels are beautiful

What brake kit are you running?

Thanks man. The brakes are from ZL1 Camaro retro kit

M3JayM wrote

Did my annual road trip from Atlanta to Naples, FL.

600+ highway miles without any issues.

Just completed the return trip. Had to add 0.5 qt of oil (Castrol 10w-60) when I got down to FL. Again, no issues whatsoever on the way back. Turned 74k miles.

Also, after I installed the Alpine stage 1 tune (completely stock engine otherwise besides a MS drop in air filter.. 93 octane gas)… I notice the bump in hp/tq more from ~75mph up to the fastest speed I dare to go on a wide open, 3 lane, 70mph speed limit interstate highway, where I can clearly see miles ahead of me....

I got roughly 20mph using cruise control at 84mph…. Is that what would be expected? I feel like I used to get closer to ~24, but maybe I was goin a few mph slower before…

Cruising at 70 with Dinan stage 2 catless I was lucky to get 23mpg on a long drive.

M3JayM wrote

I got roughly 20mpg using cruise control at 84mph…. Is that what would be expected? I feel like I used to get closer to ~24, but maybe I was going a few mph slower before…

That's better than expected IMO. You might've had tail wind. Cruising At 84mph I'd expect ~18 to 19mpg and that's with properly inflated tires.

Reddevils7 wrote

Those were lci bearings. Decent wear for 40k miles but I've seen worse on here with less miles. This was my single owner pre lci bearings with 19k miles

That warranty came in clutch. You definitely got your money's worth lol what else was done?

In addition to the rod bearings, the warranty also covered:
- oil pan gasket
- front sway bar bushings
- engine mounts
- water pump
- valve cover gaskets
- oil filter housing gasket
- timing chain lower guide
- power steering rack replacement
- O2 sensor
- 2 x rear diff leaks
- trans leak (included DCT pan replacement)

Total based on invoices came out to $19.3k worth of work covered by the warranty, whew!

I got a laptop, K+DCAN cable and installed all the software to code out my EDC after getting my ohlins R/T but chickened out. So installed my LCI taillights and updated my radar detector.

If anyone wants to remote into my PC and help I'd appreciate it

Moved it to my parents to make room for the g80 in my tiny garage.

Blindside_137 wrote

Moved it to my parents to make room for the g80 in my tiny garage.

How nice with a family photo in addition the cars, and proper T-shirt on the little one..

M3JayM wrote

Just completed the return trip. Had to add 0.5 qt of oil (Castrol 10w-60) when I got down to FL. Again, no issues whatsoever on the way back. Turned 74k miles.

Also, after I installed the Alpine stage 1 tune (completely stock engine otherwise besides a MS drop in air filter.. 93 octane gas)… I notice the bump in hp/tq more from ~75mph up to the fastest speed I dare to go on a wide open, 3 lane, 70mph speed limit interstate highway, where I can clearly see miles ahead of me....

Interesting input. Flashed stage 1 the other day, feels nice even in low speed but looking forward to a little higher speeds when Winter is gone. (currently snow and -10C in Stockholm).

Btw you have DCT? Noticed any difference in the rev matching?