What did you do to/for your 1er today?

olds350 · 01-22-2019, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 1and1

Happy to- Actually one of the least expensive things I've done to date- When purchased just earlier this January, the cost through ECS was $20.41 (Storage Tray BMW part# 51167136190)

Thank you very much for the part number! Just ordered a replacement aerial and this tray. Right at $50 bucks for both, so no shipping charges! The next real money I get to spend on the car is getting a few dings removed via paintless dent removal. I still have a few items to address to get this beast looking good cosmetically...

tjswarbrick · 01-22-2019, 11:50 AM

Turbo weather!
About 50F, so not super cooled. But we must be in a high-pressure system or something. Little bugger was just ripping this morning. Fun commute. (Except for the 2 speed traps and section of construction.)

Mandinca · 01-22-2019, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by tjswarbrick

Turbo weather!
About 50F, so not super cooled. But we must be in a high-pressure system or something. Little bugger was just ripping this morning. Fun commute. (Except for the 2 speed traps and section of construction.)

Yeah, it was 7F here this morning, good for the BATS, not good for the grip.....

HyeWarrior · 01-22-2019, 05:34 PM

I haven't looked into wheels in a while, but this seems like a good deal. I can't imagine buying two matching from VMR (who is 20 minutes from me) would be terribly expensive.

These offsets and widths should be fine for our cars, right?

YearOneOne · 01-22-2019, 06:31 PM

I put my stock dp back on for emissions and I like how it sounds better than catless

Gangplank · 01-22-2019, 10:23 PM

Living in Florida has its benefits. I got a new windshield installed today. Florida insurance includes window coverage by law w/ zero deductible. My window was pitted really badly which made for poor visibility in low light/low sun conditions.

Fakemike · 01-23-2019, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Gangplank

Living in Florida has its benefits. I got a new windshield installed today. Florida insurance includes window coverage by law w/ zero deductible. My window was pitted really badly which made for poor visibility in low light/low sun conditions.

Were you able to get an OEM BMW windshield?

brian360 · 01-23-2019, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by PDXE82

Ha! I thought I had a couple more including the hitch set up but I must have deleted them. First and only 1 series I've ever seen towing anything.

Just now seeing this -- this is my 1er! I've got some photos of the towbar setup posted here: https://www.11h.net/blog/towing-with-a-1er/

chris_flies · 01-23-2019, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by brian360

Just now seeing this -- this is my 1er! I've got some photos of the towbar setup posted here: https://www.11h.net/blog/towing-with-a-1er/

1'ers look awesome with trailers, roof racks, and other practical add-ons.

iminhell1 · 01-23-2019, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by brian360

Just now seeing this -- this is my 1er! I've got some photos of the towbar setup posted here: https://www.11h.net/blog/towing-with-a-1er/

You're the guy!

Someone snapped a pic of you with the teardrop and no one knew who it was.

https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show...postcount=5894

Copying you is my goal this winter. So thanks for sharing a how-to.

olds350 · 01-23-2019, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by iminhell1

You're the guy!

Someone snapped a pic of you with the teardrop and no one knew who it was.

https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show...postcount=5894

Copying you is my goal this winter. So thanks for sharing a how-to.

LOL, this is actually one of my next mods so I can use my 4x8 trailer and use the hitch style bike rack. Nicely done!!

Suprgnat · 01-23-2019, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by olds350

LOL, this is actually one of my next mods so I can use my 4x8 trailer and use the hitch style bike rack. Nicely done!!

The steelies are a nice touch, too.

rowsdower · 01-23-2019, 07:24 PM

I used to tow my SV650S to the track with my Mk6 GTI. One day, a guy showed up towing a Ducati with his 911. Talk about life goals. It had some major work done to the rear subframe to accept a hitch.

Anyway I would absolutely tow something small with my 1er if I still had something to tow. I bet it would do just fine.

Gangplank · 01-23-2019, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Fakemike

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Originally Posted by Gangplank

Living in Florida has its benefits. I got a new windshield installed today. Florida insurance includes window coverage by law w/ zero deductible. My window was pitted really badly which made for poor visibility in low light/low sun conditions.

Were you able to get an OEM BMW windshield?

It's an an OEM replacement. No BMW label but it is clear as the original with no strange sight lines. Has the black around the edges just like the original. They said they will guarantee the rain sensor works but haven't tried it yet.

iminhell1 · 01-24-2019, 02:21 AM

Any idea what size ball that euro towbar is?
I can't find any data on that?

Do they make different sizes?

Nearest I can find, button mashing, is 50mm. Which converts to just under 2".

low135 · 01-24-2019, 05:43 AM

Found a company that makes an Fxx to Exx steering wheel adaptor for $200

always adding to my damn list of shit to buy lol

olds350 · 01-24-2019, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by iminhell1

Any idea what size ball that euro towbar is?
I can't find any data on that?

Do they make different sizes?

Nearest I can find, button mashing, is 50mm. Which converts to just under 2".

The on line seller etrailer.com has a hitch that fits these cars. Glad this thread came up because I've been looking at adding a hitch and I see the price has come down on these. This is the Curt hitch, but it's only rated as a class I hitch, so only tows 2000#, which for this car is enough. Price is down to $137 now.

https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2013_BMW_1+Series.htm

Last time I installed one of these, you do have to remove the tail lights in order to take the bumper off. There is also a slight modification to the underside plastics, but nothing serious.

I did find that I had to grind just a bit of the mount on the exhaust. As the exhaust gets hot, it grows lengthwise and will start to rub against the hitch. I can say it makes a hell of a noise, scared the crap out of me until I figured out what the problem was...

brian360 · 01-24-2019, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by iminhell1

Any idea what size ball that euro towbar is?
I can't find any data on that?

Do they make different sizes?

Nearest I can find, button mashing, is 50mm. Which converts to just under 2".

Yes, the euro tow ball is 50mm and fits my US 2" trailer perfectly. If you need other sizes, you may want to go with the Curt setup instead.

desertman123 · 01-24-2019, 12:24 PM

New shoes

chris82 · 01-24-2019, 12:33 PM

So I just had the M3 front control arms and sway bar installed. The arms added -.5 degrees camber up front on each side. To put it lightly, I'm blown away by the difference the arms/sway have made. Even with my current 16" winter wheels/205 size tires, the difference is substantial. The handling is improved in every way, straight line, turning, and going over bumps even feels better. It's so solid up front now and I also feel like I'm going back down the suspension tuning worm hole bc of this unfortunately....

Esteban · 01-24-2019, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by desertman123

New shoes

Looks sharp!

apex_prd8r · 01-24-2019, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by desertman123

New shoes

Nice! What are the specs? (Brand, size + offset, tire size)

01-22-2019, 11:50 AM	#10606
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01-22-2019, 06:31 PM	#10609
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01-23-2019, 07:24 PM	#10617
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01-24-2019, 02:21 AM	#10619
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01-24-2019, 05:43 AM	#10620
low135 Banned 2198 Rep 1,285 Posts Drives: E88 135i Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Clearwater iTrader: (0)	Found a company that makes an Fxx to Exx steering wheel adaptor for $200 always adding to my damn list of shit to buy lol
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