E91 Straight Six Bearding
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pedarby said:
the guys at PMW
Great buy - car looks like it could be made good pretty sharpish and sounds like you're on it. You also sound local-ish as PMW aren't too far down the road from me (although I'm moving soon...!). Do you rate them? I've had it in the back of my mind I might ask them to change my clutch if I needed to and I couldn't be bothered on the sloped drive....!Mr Tidy said:
Mine has OEM Bluetooth, but 2006 Bluetooth with a 2018 phone doesn't work. 
Mine seems to work fine (very well in fact, sound quality is great for phone calls anyway) with my iphone... not tried streaming music - i fact for the moment as the logic 7 works so well, it's been less hassle to just burn a few mp3 cd's and roll with them!
zippyonline said:
pedarby said:
the guys at PMW
Great buy - car looks like it could be made good pretty sharpish and sounds like you're on it. You also sound local-ish as PMW aren't too far down the road from me (although I'm moving soon...!). Do you rate them? I've had it in the back of my mind I might ask them to change my clutch if I needed to and I couldn't be bothered on the sloped drive....!
PMW are only 15 mins down the road from me so it seems we may well be local to one another
pedarby said:
seems an N52 330i was a good choice, especially with only 60k miles on her!
My N52 330i has 208k miles on the clock at the moment, and the engine seems very healthy! So yes, good choice!By the way, with your dual side exist exhausts (like the 335i), you're likely be missing a storage section in the boot, so if you go back to stock, you'll also have potential for more boot space. I've got a scorpion catback on mine, but do have the stock BMW unit still if you want some reference etc.
Is it worth retro-fitting bluetooth?
I have one of these (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Receiver-Hands-free-Reduction-Multi-Point/dp/B011I8ITJ6) plugged into the aux and power under the arm-rest, and the controller just ahead of the arm rest, between the arm rest and the storage tray just ahead.
It's neat and tidy, comes on with the ignition, connects to my phone automatically every time (never failed to in 20 months of heavy usage) and allows me to stream my music (unlike the old BMW kit) and control playback, invoke Siri, control calls etc.
The only thing is, I have to close the arm rest hard onto the cable, but I might file a little groove in the underside of the arm rest to accommodate the cable.
I just pulled out my telephone cradle, got the original rubber tray on my desk to pop in later. Bluetooth and DAB are intermittent in my 335i, I think I need to get the control unit out of the boot and inspect the PCBs for dry joints.
I have one of these (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Receiver-Hands-free-Reduction-Multi-Point/dp/B011I8ITJ6) plugged into the aux and power under the arm-rest, and the controller just ahead of the arm rest, between the arm rest and the storage tray just ahead.
It's neat and tidy, comes on with the ignition, connects to my phone automatically every time (never failed to in 20 months of heavy usage) and allows me to stream my music (unlike the old BMW kit) and control playback, invoke Siri, control calls etc.
The only thing is, I have to close the arm rest hard onto the cable, but I might file a little groove in the underside of the arm rest to accommodate the cable.
I just pulled out my telephone cradle, got the original rubber tray on my desk to pop in later. Bluetooth and DAB are intermittent in my 335i, I think I need to get the control unit out of the boot and inspect the PCBs for dry joints.
Edited by 13aines on Thursday 17th January 11:40
zippyonline said:
pedarby said:
seems an N52 330i was a good choice, especially with only 60k miles on her!
My N52 330i has 208k miles on the clock at the moment, and the engine seems very healthy! So yes, good choice!By the way, with your dual side exist exhausts (like the 335i), you're likely be missing a storage section in the boot, so if you go back to stock, you'll also have potential for more boot space. I've got a scorpion catback on mine, but do have the stock BMW unit still if you want some reference etc.
13aines said:
Is it worth retro-fitting bluetooth?
I have one of these (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Receiver-Hands-free-Reduction-Multi-Point/dp/B011I8ITJ6) plugged into the aux and power under the arm-rest, and the controller just ahead of the arm rest, between the arm rest and the storage tray just ahead.
It's neat and tidy, comes on with the ignition, connects to my phone automatically every time (never failed to in 20 months of heavy usage) and allows me to stream my music (unlike the old BMW kit) and control playback, invoke Siri, control calls etc.
The only thing is, I have to close the arm rest hard onto the cable, but I might file a little groove in the underside of the arm rest to accommodate the cable.
I just pulled out my telephone cradle, got the original rubber tray on my desk to pop in later. Bluetooth and DAB are intermittent in my 335i, I think I need to get the control unit out of the boot and inspect the PCBs for dry joints.
This seems like a great cost effective solution - nice and tidy as well, I think I would also have the controller just in front of the arm rest. Thanks for the recommendation!! I have one of these (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bluetooth-Receiver-Hands-free-Reduction-Multi-Point/dp/B011I8ITJ6) plugged into the aux and power under the arm-rest, and the controller just ahead of the arm rest, between the arm rest and the storage tray just ahead.
It's neat and tidy, comes on with the ignition, connects to my phone automatically every time (never failed to in 20 months of heavy usage) and allows me to stream my music (unlike the old BMW kit) and control playback, invoke Siri, control calls etc.
The only thing is, I have to close the arm rest hard onto the cable, but I might file a little groove in the underside of the arm rest to accommodate the cable.
I just pulled out my telephone cradle, got the original rubber tray on my desk to pop in later. Bluetooth and DAB are intermittent in my 335i, I think I need to get the control unit out of the boot and inspect the PCBs for dry joints.
Edited by 13aines on Thursday 17th January 11:40
pedarby said:
This seems like a great cost effective solution - nice and tidy as well, I think I would also have the controller just in front of the arm rest. Thanks for the recommendation!!
It sure is - and you can put it in other cars. I haven't used the BMW Bluetooth, because, as I said my DAB & telephone + Bluetooth is flaky at the moment, but I don't think i'd miss it. You can achieve far far more with Siri/Google Assistant without touching anything from what I understand.
ferrisbueller said:
zippyonline said:
pedarby said:
seems an N52 330i was a good choice, especially with only 60k miles on her!
My N52 330i has 208k miles on the clock at the moment, and the engine seems very healthy! So yes, good choice!By the way, with your dual side exist exhausts (like the 335i), you're likely be missing a storage section in the boot, so if you go back to stock, you'll also have potential for more boot space. I've got a scorpion catback on mine, but do have the stock BMW unit still if you want some reference etc.
335i part no = 51479118673 the rest with just the single side exhaust exit point part no = 51477068889
actually looking a bit closer, more like the location/shape of under boot floor storage is different I guess.
My (new to me) 335i has consumed 5 litres of screenwash since Friday - and I have not driven the car much either. Yesterday the warning came up on the dash again.
I hoped that I would go to fill it and barely get any in - but that would mean a dodgy sensor. Anyway, it took a full 5 litres again (water this time!) which I am pleased with, I think a sensor would be more costly.
I saw some dripping from the drivers side sill by the wheel arch - I think that might have been some spillage, but it might indicate a leak behind the wheel arch liner. If it's not that, perhaps a headlight washer hose/connection has broken off? I understand this is common.
For now I am avoiding using the washers and monitoring the level to see if it drops.
How tricky is it to take the wheel arch liner out? I have read that there are single use plastic rivets you must replace?
I hoped that I would go to fill it and barely get any in - but that would mean a dodgy sensor. Anyway, it took a full 5 litres again (water this time!) which I am pleased with, I think a sensor would be more costly.
I saw some dripping from the drivers side sill by the wheel arch - I think that might have been some spillage, but it might indicate a leak behind the wheel arch liner. If it's not that, perhaps a headlight washer hose/connection has broken off? I understand this is common.
For now I am avoiding using the washers and monitoring the level to see if it drops.
How tricky is it to take the wheel arch liner out? I have read that there are single use plastic rivets you must replace?
Yeah, but I was thinking it's an aftermarket system made to fit the standard 330i floor. Wasn't sure whether the 335s had a different floor or the pipework was just routed through places the 330s don't need, if that makes sense.
If the internal trim is different the floors probably are, too?
Either way, seeing four pipes protruding from a 330i makes me itch.
If the internal trim is different the floors probably are, too?
Either way, seeing four pipes protruding from a 330i makes me itch.
13aines said:
How tricky is it to take the wheel arch liner out? I have read that there are single use plastic rivets you must replace?
Not that tricky - you need to punch the centre of the rivets outs...then just get some rivets to replace them, they're quite cheap off ebay. If they were cable ties, no-one would think twice about removing and replacing them! ferrisbueller said:
Yeah, but I was thinking it's an aftermarket system made to fit the standard 330i floor. Wasn't sure whether the 335s had a different floor or the pipework was just routed through places the 330s don't need, if that makes sense.
If the internal trim is different the floors probably are, too?
Either way, seeing four pipes protruding from a 330i makes me itch.
Agree it makes me itch too! I'm fairly sure it's just different trim, as the actual boot floor is a gaping hole which trim is inserted into. But yes, suppose the exhaust could be routed round it. Guess we'll find out later!If the internal trim is different the floors probably are, too?
Either way, seeing four pipes protruding from a 330i makes me itch.
Headlight washers get gunked up and leak.
Was one of the first things I had to change on my E90 as I was leaking around 5l a week.
Easy to replace, front bumper off and then they just unclip. Genuine ones are about £35 ish wash if I remember.
Easiest way to stop new one leaking is to stick to one brand of screenwash. I only use genuine BMW stuff
Was one of the first things I had to change on my E90 as I was leaking around 5l a week.
Easy to replace, front bumper off and then they just unclip. Genuine ones are about £35 ish wash if I remember.
Easiest way to stop new one leaking is to stick to one brand of screenwash. I only use genuine BMW stuff
zippyonline said:
ferrisbueller said:
zippyonline said:
pedarby said:
seems an N52 330i was a good choice, especially with only 60k miles on her!
My N52 330i has 208k miles on the clock at the moment, and the engine seems very healthy! So yes, good choice!By the way, with your dual side exist exhausts (like the 335i), you're likely be missing a storage section in the boot, so if you go back to stock, you'll also have potential for more boot space. I've got a scorpion catback on mine, but do have the stock BMW unit still if you want some reference etc.
335i part no = 51479118673 the rest with just the single side exhaust exit point part no = 51477068889
actually looking a bit closer, more like the location/shape of under boot floor storage is different I guess.
13aines said:
My (new to me) 335i has consumed 5 litres of screenwash since Friday - and I have not driven the car much either. Yesterday the warning came up on the dash again.
I hoped that I would go to fill it and barely get any in - but that would mean a dodgy sensor. Anyway, it took a full 5 litres again (water this time!) which I am pleased with, I think a sensor would be more costly.
I saw some dripping from the drivers side sill by the wheel arch - I think that might have been some spillage, but it might indicate a leak behind the wheel arch liner. If it's not that, perhaps a headlight washer hose/connection has broken off? I understand this is common.
For now I am avoiding using the washers and monitoring the level to see if it drops.
How tricky is it to take the wheel arch liner out? I have read that there are single use plastic rivets you must replace?
I had this, its a connector which connects the reservoir to the headlight spraying jets.I hoped that I would go to fill it and barely get any in - but that would mean a dodgy sensor. Anyway, it took a full 5 litres again (water this time!) which I am pleased with, I think a sensor would be more costly.
I saw some dripping from the drivers side sill by the wheel arch - I think that might have been some spillage, but it might indicate a leak behind the wheel arch liner. If it's not that, perhaps a headlight washer hose/connection has broken off? I understand this is common.
For now I am avoiding using the washers and monitoring the level to see if it drops.
How tricky is it to take the wheel arch liner out? I have read that there are single use plastic rivets you must replace?
Gave it in to BMW to fix under warranty.
phil_cardiff said:
What are the 330i models like to drive with an auto? They seem to be more plentiful but I'd be worried about pairing an auto box with a rev hungry engine.
I think it's a sweet pairing. Plenty of grunt and the gearbox is great. Can line up for an overtake using the tiptronic if needed. For what these cars are mostly used for the auto makes sense. Likes a drop of unleaded though2 GKC said:
phil_cardiff said:
What are the 330i models like to drive with an auto? They seem to be more plentiful but I'd be worried about pairing an auto box with a rev hungry engine.
I think it's a sweet pairing. Plenty of grunt and the gearbox is great. Can line up for an overtake using the tiptronic if needed. For what these cars are mostly used for the auto makes sense. Likes a drop of unleaded thoughbmwmike said:
2 GKC said:
phil_cardiff said:
What are the 330i models like to drive with an auto? They seem to be more plentiful but I'd be worried about pairing an auto box with a rev hungry engine.
I think it's a sweet pairing. Plenty of grunt and the gearbox is great. Can line up for an overtake using the tiptronic if needed. For what these cars are mostly used for the auto makes sense. Likes a drop of unleaded thoughInteresting. Why didn't you think them a good match?
The only thing I don't like is that the gearbox is sometimes too eager to change down; it won't let you give it some in a high gear and ride out the torque. Other than that it's beautifully smooth and quick to change. Mine's an SE, it never was or never will be a sports car so auto suits it nicely 90% of the time.
The only thing I don't like is that the gearbox is sometimes too eager to change down; it won't let you give it some in a high gear and ride out the torque. Other than that it's beautifully smooth and quick to change. Mine's an SE, it never was or never will be a sports car so auto suits it nicely 90% of the time.
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