09-20-2015, 09:07 AM | #1 |
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Jack stands? how does this even work?
So ive searched and searched and find things for E90s/E46s but nothing for new bimmers and especially the 2er....Im getting my rims powdercoated tomorrow and need to get them off my car.
Is it really this complicated? TIA
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09-20-2015, 09:29 AM | #2 |
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Are you friendly with your Dealer? Some Dealers will remove the wheels (and tires from the rims) and wait until you bring the rims back. I've found that large Dealers (who have the room) will sometimes accommodate and leave your car on a lift. Some places that do powder coating may also have a lift and will do it for you. I personally wouldn't play with jack stands unless you're 100% certain you know what you're doing. I would also make sure my wheels are re-installed to spec with proper torque.
IMPORTANT: Powder coating involves removing tires and wheel weights followed by sandblasting + Painting. Completed wheels and tires MUST be re-balanced on the newly painted rims. . Last edited by JMatt88; 09-20-2015 at 09:40 AM.. |
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09-26-2015, 08:06 AM | #3 | |
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1 - Jacks Stands 2 - Low Profile Jack* 3 - Jack Pad Adapter I bought both #1 and #2 at Walmart for under $100 (taxes in). I bought #3 off Amazon for $20. *If you're going to buy #2 at Walmart, be advised that the standard jack they sell won't work, as the car is too low to the ground to fit it. I had to buy the more expensive low profile jack for $60 instead. After you have the above three items, there are several video's on youtube that can help you. Best of luck! P.S. Don't try to do lift the car without the jack pads, or you will damage the underside of your car. |
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09-30-2015, 09:43 AM | #4 | |
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10-02-2015, 06:15 PM | #7 |
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Lighten up guys.
OP if you have the interest go for it. It is not rocket science. As these guys have noted: get the right equipment, and keep people / kids / pets away. Do it on level ground. Chock the diagonally opposite wheel from the corner you are lifting. If you have a buddy that has done it get him to come around the first time you do it. |
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We all have to "figure it out" for anything new ....... Last edited by M2BMW; 10-02-2015 at 07:53 PM.. |
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