der Mumienwagen; E91 330i Touring
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Put the detachable tow bar to good use having bought a tow bar mounted bike carrier
It’s much better than my roof mounted one to be honest, so I think I’ll be stealing the 330i more.
Annoyingly the plug for the electrics points at the diffuser so it’s pretty much impossible to plug anything in. I might see if I can bend the bracket to improve access.
It’s much better than my roof mounted one to be honest, so I think I’ll be stealing the 330i more.
Annoyingly the plug for the electrics points at the diffuser so it’s pretty much impossible to plug anything in. I might see if I can bend the bracket to improve access.
Not too much to report but on this at the moment. It had another wash yesterday because it looked really sorry for itself after the last few weeks of rain.
It’s not far off ticking over 169k now. It needs a new pollen filter according to the the CBS but I can’t remember if I’ve already changed it but will probably pop a new one in given how cheap they are and it’s due an interim oil change shortly.
I still need to do the rocker cover gasket and CCV system but haven’t really been motivated to do it. I’ll get that sorted soon since I have the parts here.
The last big job is the rest of the suspension refresh once I’ve bought M3 LCA’s (which are hard to find at the mo). I’ve got the otter arms and the bushes, so it’s just finding the time to fit it all.
It’s not far off ticking over 169k now. It needs a new pollen filter according to the the CBS but I can’t remember if I’ve already changed it but will probably pop a new one in given how cheap they are and it’s due an interim oil change shortly.
I still need to do the rocker cover gasket and CCV system but haven’t really been motivated to do it. I’ll get that sorted soon since I have the parts here.
The last big job is the rest of the suspension refresh once I’ve bought M3 LCA’s (which are hard to find at the mo). I’ve got the otter arms and the bushes, so it’s just finding the time to fit it all.
We’re heading up to the Lakes for a few days tomorrow, so I checked the coolant level, oil etc and gave the old girl a wash because it hasn’t been done for a few weeks.
Citrus pre-was doing its thing
Obligatory snow foam shot
Washed, dried and given a quick coat of ceramic detainer until I can have a day detailing it.
I’ve also replaced the sunglasses cubby with just the basic cubby from the LCI car because it’s more useful. It’s gone up loads since the last one I bought, but hey ho. I did mate a slight boo-boo removing the centre console trim; it turns out the wood is much more delicate at the edges so I new one has been order from Global Parts and will be fitted this weekend.
Whilst cleaning the interior, I noticed that the carpets were a bit damp under the rubber mats. I’m hoping it’s just rain etc that’s got under the rubber this week and not been able to dry. I’ve removed the mats tonight to let it dry out but will keep an eye on things.
Tow bar fitted ready for the bike rack in the morning.
All that is left is to full it with super and check the tyre pressures.
Citrus pre-was doing its thing
Obligatory snow foam shot
Washed, dried and given a quick coat of ceramic detainer until I can have a day detailing it.
I’ve also replaced the sunglasses cubby with just the basic cubby from the LCI car because it’s more useful. It’s gone up loads since the last one I bought, but hey ho. I did mate a slight boo-boo removing the centre console trim; it turns out the wood is much more delicate at the edges so I new one has been order from Global Parts and will be fitted this weekend.
Whilst cleaning the interior, I noticed that the carpets were a bit damp under the rubber mats. I’m hoping it’s just rain etc that’s got under the rubber this week and not been able to dry. I’ve removed the mats tonight to let it dry out but will keep an eye on things.
Tow bar fitted ready for the bike rack in the morning.
All that is left is to full it with super and check the tyre pressures.
Tom4398cc said:
The Touring is looking fantastic Sam. Have a fantastic time in the Lakes……..and a pint for me in Tweedies
Cheers Tom. It’s getting there although it looks better in n pictures that up close!It does t like we’re too far from there; we’re staying in Crosthwaite and are planning to ride at Ullswater and will no doubt end up on Ambleside at some point to might head to Tweedies if it’s any good.
Court_S said:
We’re heading up to the Lakes for a few days tomorrow, so I checked the coolant level, oil etc and gave the old girl a wash because it hasn’t been done for a few weeks.
Citrus pre-was doing its thing
Obligatory snow foam shot
Washed, dried and given a quick coat of ceramic detainer until I can have a day detailing it.
I’ve also replaced the sunglasses cubby with just the basic cubby from the LCI car because it’s more useful. It’s gone up loads since the last one I bought, but hey ho. I did mate a slight boo-boo removing the centre console trim; it turns out the wood is much more delicate at the edges so I new one has been order from Global Parts and will be fitted this weekend.
Whilst cleaning the interior, I noticed that the carpets were a bit damp under the rubber mats. I’m hoping it’s just rain etc that’s got under the rubber this week and not been able to dry. I’ve removed the mats tonight to let it dry out but will keep an eye on things.
Tow bar fitted ready for the bike rack in the morning.
All that is left is to full it with super and check the tyre pressures.
Touring looks superb Sam; colour is stunning, more so with those wheels Citrus pre-was doing its thing
Obligatory snow foam shot
Washed, dried and given a quick coat of ceramic detainer until I can have a day detailing it.
I’ve also replaced the sunglasses cubby with just the basic cubby from the LCI car because it’s more useful. It’s gone up loads since the last one I bought, but hey ho. I did mate a slight boo-boo removing the centre console trim; it turns out the wood is much more delicate at the edges so I new one has been order from Global Parts and will be fitted this weekend.
Whilst cleaning the interior, I noticed that the carpets were a bit damp under the rubber mats. I’m hoping it’s just rain etc that’s got under the rubber this week and not been able to dry. I’ve removed the mats tonight to let it dry out but will keep an eye on things.
Tow bar fitted ready for the bike rack in the morning.
All that is left is to full it with super and check the tyre pressures.
Good luck in getting the damp sorted; it'll be something simple hopefully
Have a good break away; it's foul as 40 bumholes here in Lancashire currently; so you know it'll be the same in the Lakes
It's not the Lakes if it's not lashing it down
d_a_n1979 said:
Touring looks superb Sam; colour is stunning, more so with those wheels
Good luck in getting the damp sorted; it'll be something simple hopefully
Have a good break away; it's foul as 40 bumholes here in Lancashire currently; so you know it'll be the same in the Lakes
It's not the Lakes if it's not lashing it down
Cheers Dan. Good luck in getting the damp sorted; it'll be something simple hopefully
Have a good break away; it's foul as 40 bumholes here in Lancashire currently; so you know it'll be the same in the Lakes
It's not the Lakes if it's not lashing it down
The drivers side is bone dry but apparently the passenger side is slightly damp again so I’ll pop the door card off at some point.
The weather is a bit s
t so far (just stopped near Preston). Court_S said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Touring looks superb Sam; colour is stunning, more so with those wheels
Good luck in getting the damp sorted; it'll be something simple hopefully
Have a good break away; it's foul as 40 bumholes here in Lancashire currently; so you know it'll be the same in the Lakes
It's not the Lakes if it's not lashing it down
Cheers Dan. Good luck in getting the damp sorted; it'll be something simple hopefully
Have a good break away; it's foul as 40 bumholes here in Lancashire currently; so you know it'll be the same in the Lakes
It's not the Lakes if it's not lashing it down
The drivers side is bone dry but apparently the passenger side is slightly damp again so I’ll pop the door card off at some point.
The weather is a bit s
t so far (just stopped near Preston). 
d_a_n1979 said:
Court_S said:
cerb4.5lee said:
The way you get Le Mans Blue looking Sam is a real credit to you I reckon. It looks amazing. 
Cheers Lee. It photographs well, but it’s still a six footer after nearly 170k.
Swervin_Mervin said:
d_a_n1979 said:
Court_S said:
cerb4.5lee said:
The way you get Le Mans Blue looking Sam is a real credit to you I reckon. It looks amazing.
Cheers Lee. It photographs well, but it’s still a six footer after nearly 170k.
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