[Dantesboyz]

Yesteday, sparkplugs on the daughters impreza, it was no fun in summary, lol.
Today, back on the bimmer, first drained the oil catch can.
Next gonna pull the TU pump off and sell it, need that last little financial bump to buy the Dorch DS25. Putting the oem hpfp back on in the meantime.
I'll have the TU hpfp posted for sale later today.

Got spring PM coming up, wanting to replace both the vanos solenoids on the back of the head, where's the go to for those these days?

[DS_BMW88]

I installed my M2 paddle shifters and carbon insert on a 2 coupe. Looks so much better

[owenscj21]

Today:

Replace Shifter Shaft Seal
23 12 8 677 736 - Seal

Replace Thrust Arms
31 12 6 855 741- Thrust arm
31 12 6 855 742 - Thrust arm
Alignment

Last month:

Replace Headlamp Assembly
63 11 7 363 091 - Driver Module for Headlight
63 11 7 388 931 - Bi-Xenon Headlight
63 11 7 318 327 - Headlight Module

March 2023:

SPARK PLUGS - Remove & Replace
12 12 0 039 664 - Spark Plugs

INTERCOOLER - Remove & Replace
CTS-F20-F30-DF CTS TURBO BMWF20/F22/F23/F30/F31/F34/F36 1 SERIES, 2SERIES, 3 SERIES AND 4 SERIES FMIC KIT

F-N20-CPM VRSF Chargepipe

CTS-IT-345 CTS TURBO N20/26 BMW228I/320I/328I/428

CTS-EXH-DP-0054-CAT CTS TURBOF2X/F3X 228I/328I/428I & XDRIVE N26HIGH-FLOW CAT

BALL JOINT - Remove & Replace (Both)

SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY - Remove& Install or Remove & Replace (Both)
33 52 6 873 724- REAR SHOCKS

33 53 6 855 439- BUMP STOP WITHBELLOW

33 50 6 865 257- SHOCK MOUNT

Brake Fluid Flush

64 11 9 237 555 - Cabin air filter

FLYWHEEL (STD TRANS) - Remove &Replace (Coupe)

21 20 7 625 147- OEM CLUTCH KIT

21 20 7 638 306- DUAL MASS FLYWHEEL

It's been a costly 12 months. Luckily the clutch replacement was covered by insurance.

[tlum235i]

Just reached 140,000 miles. Had to do the valve cover gasket (I replaced the valve cover just in case too). I also did the MST turbo inlet since there was work needed in that same area. I should’ve done the turbo inlet pipe a long time ago. Don’t be like me and wait so long. The throttle response is so much better now; it kinda surprised me once I drove it after the install.

[Freewheeling]

Waxed her up and went for a rip in the North GA mountains.

[kz1000]

Nothing. It's been at the body shop for 2 weeks. Hopefully. I'll have it back this week. The Honda SUV rental I've been driving is gonna breathe a sigh of relief.

[dradernh]

Originally Posted by kz1000

Nothing. It's been at the body shop for 2 weeks. Hopefully. I'll have it back this week. The Honda SUV rental I've been driving is gonna breathe a sigh of relief.

I drove mine, which I now do less and less even though I enjoy it as much as I ever have.

From Cincinnati, I ran OH-131 out to Fayetteville, US-68 down to Ripley, and then rolled back on US-52 along the Ohio River (which was very high).

While out of the built-up urban areas, it was remarkable how few cars were on the roads. Living in a basketball-mad region (which I'm not from), I'm thinking maybe people were home watching one basketball tournament or another.

[brakthru]

Originally Posted by Ajowhan

Good question, I dont know the answer but personal opinion would be same or similar wheel well clearance on coupe vs convertible. Front camber is not adjustable I think so should be pretty similar, I think my rear Is 1.9. The springs definitely tighten up body roll. Its not much but its noticeable. Will it improve cornering speeds? this will highly depends on you as driver. Personally while I feel that I drive corner more confidently, I dont feel like I hit corner faster.

That makes sense. Thanks.

[NKOTB2015]

Over the weekend, replaced front and rear brake rotors and pads. Installed front lip. Now I have to drive even slower to get outta my driveway.

[dradernh]

Originally Posted by NKOTB2015

Now I have to drive even slower to get outta my driveway.

To exit and enter my driveway, I lay down 2X4s to fill-in the street-to-curb transition so the front lip doesn't wear the concrete curb away too fast.

The neighbors laugh, but they're all driving SUVs.

[NKOTB2015]

Originally Posted by dradernh

To exit and enter my driveway, I lay down 2X4s to fill-in the street-to-curb transition so the front lip doesn't wear the concrete curb away too fast.

The neighbors laugh, but they're all driving SUVs.

I may need to look into something like that...

[freakystyly]

Entering/exiting driveways on an angle helps greatly too. I noticed stock ride height cars scrape on ours if you drive straight on. Probably not going to add a lip to mine, even though I have one sitting in the basement...

Originally Posted by NKOTB2015

Over the weekend, replaced front and rear brake rotors and pads. Installed front lip. Now I have to drive even slower to get outta my driveway.

Post a picture of your lip if you get a chance!

[albertw]

I like Curb Ramps. They're heavy (made of recycled tires usually), stay in place when you drive over them, and kids can't move them. They look like they belong (somewhat), instead of like random trash.

[JMcLellan]

I gave in and put a front plate on my car. This removes that nervous feeling I get when I drive by cops here in MN (where front plates are required) though I have not heard of anyone getting pulled over for not having a front plate. I really like the product that Sto n Sho has making it so easy to take the plate and mount on and off. Definitely starting slow with the mods. A couple weeks back I had the full front and the rockers PPF'ed, and window tint done. Next up is wheel spacers.

[jzeiler4]

Your M2 actually looks pretty good in that color, did not like the baby blue one I saw.

[cooolone2]

Actually registered it in another State that'll allow me to wear just one plate (rear)... So happy! Lol

Front tow bracket plate holder probably for sale soon, hahaha.

No pics because I need to get home and swap plates first!

[Dantesboyz]

My 17 yr old daughter bought me the red button for Christmas on all on her own initiative.

It wasn't really on my mod list, but finally got around to installing it. I appreciate that she thought to get me a thing for the car, and then did her own research and proud she actually got the right part.

[freakystyly]

Originally Posted by jzeiler4

Your M2 actually looks pretty good in that color, did not like the baby blue one I saw.

Needs more duct tape
https://www.carscoops.com/2024/03/de...but-duct-tape/

But yeah, the BSM looks best.

[dradernh]

Originally Posted by freakystyly

Entering/exiting driveways on an angle helps greatly too. I noticed stock ride height cars scrape on ours if you drive straight on. Probably not going to add a lip to mine, even though I have one sitting in the basement...

I'd be golden if I had a two-car garage, but the driveway for the one-car garage I've got isn't wide enough to achieve the sharp angle I'd need with the car lowered and the #*!@$+ curb higher than it should or needs to be. On both sides of me are units with two car garages, and they've got curbs I could easily clear.

[NKOTB2015]

Originally Posted by albertw

I like Curb Ramps. They're heavy (made of recycled tires usually), stay in place when you drive over them, and kids can't move them. They look like they belong (somewhat), instead of like random trash.

One of my neighbors had one of these...i saw it for a while but then he removed it. Didn't think much of it but then I asked and he said he received a letter from HOA to remove it from the stree.

I have a fairly wide driveway so I have plenty of room to angle out...i just go super slow when I reach the end of the driveway.

[JMcLellan]

Originally Posted by jzeiler4

Your M2 actually looks pretty good in that color, did not like the baby blue one I saw.

I had a chance to get a deal on a ZF blue one but it never felt right for the shape of the M2. I also didn't want a flashy colored car and get unwanted attention. I'm good with the BSM blending in but keeping it clean and free of waterspots is a nightmare. I might have to pony-up for ceramic coating.

[k1drapela]

I ordered a new windscreen for my 2016 228i XDrive convertible and some exhaust tips.