What have you done to your BMW today?
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RESSE said:
helix402 said:
Headlight washer?
Good thinking. I’ll do some investigating.I filled it and the next day there was a big puddle under the passenger side of the front bumper where it had all come out of the washer jet.
RESSE said:
d_a_n1979 said:
RESSE said:
28/07/2022:
Today's issue is a drip from a leaking washer bottle
- relieved it is nothing too serious.
Probably a split pump or line... Time to get the wheel arch liner off and see what's going onToday's issue is a drip from a leaking washer bottle
- relieved it is nothing too serious. 
Is it odd that the leak is on the opposite side of the washer bottle (I am positive that is what is causing the leak as the bottle is nearly empty (filled it last week) and the stain on the garage floor is a similar colour to the washer fluid)?
As said, headlight washer / piping has failed. Bumper off jobby
oldaudi said:
I used my horn today to beep at Chris Harris who gave me a thumbs up in return. We were alongside each other at a set of lights at the top of the m32 in Bristol heading to the m4. He was in his lovely dark green M5 CS and I think he may have had an appointment to keep!
Felt like a wally afterwards. Sorry Mr Harris.
He certainly seems taken with it….questioning what is the point of a 911 turbo.Felt like a wally afterwards. Sorry Mr Harris.
Edited by oldaudi on Wednesday 27th July 18:28
Not seen one in the flesh yet but would like too especially given the reviews they’ve received.
Now the owner if an M340i. Just need to decide if I want to do anything to it.Removed the gloss back BMW Performance grills I fitted to my F31 a couple of months ago and refitted the standard black and chrome originals, I wasn’t feeling the love for them, I thought it made the car look a bit Chavvy. A very nice 335d in the same spec as mine passed me on the M40 today, like mine it had the M sport plus pack but with the original grill, that helped me make the decision to swap it back over.
Managed to snap a tab off removing them
If anyone wants a set (they are the real thing, not eBay lookalikes) message me. They’re only a couple of months old
Managed to snap a tab off removing them
If anyone wants a set (they are the real thing, not eBay lookalikes) message me. They’re only a couple of months old
Edited by Gunk on Saturday 30th July 19:49
Gunk said:
Removed the gloss back BMW Performance grills I fitted to my F31 a couple of months ago and refitted the standard black and chrome originals, I wasn’t feeling the love for them, I thought it made the car look a bit Chavvy. A very nice 335d in the same spec as mine passed me on the M40 today, like mine it had the M sport plus pack but with the original grill, that helped me make the decision to swap it back over.
Managed to snap a tab off removing them
If anyone wants a set (they are the real thing, not eBay lookalikes) message me. They’re only a couple of months old
I keep being told to change my Chrome ones on my black F36 GC to black but you've also made my mind up. I tyhink they're not great on a black car. It's too muchManaged to snap a tab off removing them
If anyone wants a set (they are the real thing, not eBay lookalikes) message me. They’re only a couple of months old
Edited by Gunk on Saturday 30th July 19:49
Picked it up after a bit of TLC (2007 E92 330i N53):
Full service inc spark plugs
New front brake pads
Brake fluid change
New valve cover (had the obligatory crack/leak/started burning oil)
Replaced front dampers
Replaced front hydro bushes
Think my wallet now needs some TLC, although this hasn't fixed all of the remaining issues. I may start a new thread for that at some point as despite having read every conceivable resource and forum post on the internet regarding N53 issues, I'm still troubleshooting some of the usual (and some unusual) symptoms.
I still love it though and the above work has tightened it up a fair bit.
Full service inc spark plugs
New front brake pads
Brake fluid change
New valve cover (had the obligatory crack/leak/started burning oil)
Replaced front dampers
Replaced front hydro bushes
Think my wallet now needs some TLC, although this hasn't fixed all of the remaining issues. I may start a new thread for that at some point as despite having read every conceivable resource and forum post on the internet regarding N53 issues, I'm still troubleshooting some of the usual (and some unusual) symptoms.
I still love it though and the above work has tightened it up a fair bit.
After nearly 4 weeks of waiting, I got my M6 back yesterday with new discs and pads all round, new track rod end and control arm..
New front discs were needed as the fronts were warping. This was caused by, believe it or not, the wheel refurb done by the previous owner. Apparently having too much paint on the rear of sheen where it matches the hub can cause excessive heat build up and lead to slight warping of the discs.
If you have juddering under braking and it's not suspension related, and you are struggling to find the cause of it, it's worth checking the rear of the wheels. I never even knew this was a thing!
New front discs were needed as the fronts were warping. This was caused by, believe it or not, the wheel refurb done by the previous owner. Apparently having too much paint on the rear of sheen where it matches the hub can cause excessive heat build up and lead to slight warping of the discs.
If you have juddering under braking and it's not suspension related, and you are struggling to find the cause of it, it's worth checking the rear of the wheels. I never even knew this was a thing!
Picked this up yesterday.
Needs a bit of work to bring it up to standard. The interior is minging and needs a thorough clean. It’s got oyster leather and I’m sure it should be cream.
Mechanically its sound from what I can see and feel when driving. Plus its got full bmw service history (probably never had an air, oil or cabin filter then 🤨)
Needs 2 new tyres for the rear asap. Undecided wether to go Goodyear f1 6 or Michelin ps5.
Only one key. I’ll get one ordered through bmw when the v5 arrives.
If the wether wasn’t so crap I’d be serving it today. Got the oil and filter ready to go.
Interior passenger door pull is a sticky mess. I’ve ordered a replacement off amazon. We’ll see if its any good.
Front towing eye missing. Trying to get one off a breaker in the correct colour.
Rear luggage cover slow to retract and floppy when in position. I’ll see if I can improve it, if not the. Another from a breaker will be on the way.
Needs a bit of work to bring it up to standard. The interior is minging and needs a thorough clean. It’s got oyster leather and I’m sure it should be cream.
Mechanically its sound from what I can see and feel when driving. Plus its got full bmw service history (probably never had an air, oil or cabin filter then 🤨)
Needs 2 new tyres for the rear asap. Undecided wether to go Goodyear f1 6 or Michelin ps5.
Only one key. I’ll get one ordered through bmw when the v5 arrives.
If the wether wasn’t so crap I’d be serving it today. Got the oil and filter ready to go.
Interior passenger door pull is a sticky mess. I’ve ordered a replacement off amazon. We’ll see if its any good.
Front towing eye missing. Trying to get one off a breaker in the correct colour.
Rear luggage cover slow to retract and floppy when in position. I’ll see if I can improve it, if not the. Another from a breaker will be on the way.
Edited by sam.rog on Sunday 31st July 07:18
Edited by sam.rog on Sunday 31st July 07:28
d_a_n1979 said:
Hardwired the Nextbase 422GW dash cam in today (Fuse 21 for those other E39 owners wondering; glovebox fuse box)
Changed all the interior bulbs for LEDs too inc the puddle lights
LED interior bulbs modernise the older cars in a nice way I think. My 335i felt proper retro with bits halogen bulbs after LED’s in my M140i and 130i. Changed all the interior bulbs for LEDs too inc the puddle lights
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