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

chris_flies · 08-11-2019, 07:11 PM

Almost lost another diff (well, I pretty much did)

I was driving to go flying, and then it started whining. Odd. Kept driving, and noise kept getting worse and worse. Greaaaat. Parked in the parking lot, two wheels up a curb, and the diff cover was dripping in gear oil, and a puddle was quickly forming underneath the car. After flying all over creation until 1am, and getting a ride home with my flight instructor, I came back in the morning with tools, and found every single bolt that normally holds the cover on, finger-tight. Dammit! Tightened those up and filled it with fluid, and the noise was still there. Another diff, with wonderfully quiet bearings, now ruined by noisy gears (bearings are still good

).

Ordered a 3.23 open diff, and I'll be driving on that until I figure out what to do with the LSD. I have to drive 1,200 miles to school next week, and I need something that will just work (and save me a few bucks on gas).

The AKG motor mounts are phenomenal, though. It makes all the right noises, and the drive train just feels so much more responsive and alive. It's great! The rattles and the noise at idle is borderline unbearable, but once I set off, all is well in the world...

iminhell1 · 08-11-2019, 08:59 PM

It's back together now but I think I may have something wrong.
Hoping it's just a low fluid issues though

I'm gonna have to pull and redo this.
Dammit.

It's throwing a 4F97 trans code which all signs point to being the block. It's brand new and the same part number I pulled out.

But found this snazzy guy,
http://sfcmotorsports.com/product/6h...apter-tma-002/

jlc45 · 08-11-2019, 09:01 PM

I posted in the wheel and tire fitment forum.
Pics are pretty good but they posted upside down!
Tried to fix the pictures but could not do it.
Sorry.
It seems that 225 x 45 x 17 and 255 x 40x 17 will work on a 1er.
I bought "used" Michelin PS A/S3+ and Style 286 rims for a great price.
Wanted an alternate to my 18" ers which are the dreaded RFT's.
This car does not get raced nor driven hard.
Have a look if you're interested.
Jim

ekkathewrekka · 08-11-2019, 10:57 PM

Washed, clayed, waxed and poly sealed.

Leather clean and condition, trims detailed with cockpit spray

M Sport decals on glove box, transmission stick and fenders

Golf tee mod (love the new gurgle from the exhaust)

Thunderguts · 08-12-2019, 08:27 AM

[QUOTE=JimVonBaden;25129736]

I hate to say it, but I think a new valve cover gasket is in your near future. Look at the oil pooling up around the spark plug.

dtla1 · 08-12-2019, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Esteban

Glad you like it. Happy to part with a piece that I would not be able to use anymore.

As you know, it will only get better with time. Hope you enjoy it for many miles.

And I get to free up some garage space, since both my wife and I park there and we need all the space we can get.

Yeah, Thank you very much again!
It has an overall fuller sound, a tad bit deeper as well.

Butt dyno also says the throttle response is better, who knows about that though.

Gweeper64 · 08-12-2019, 08:50 PM

JimVonBaden
"I also installed LED bulbs to my headlights"

What LED bulbs did you go with?

low135 · 08-13-2019, 08:18 AM

Ordered a bunch this morning. Carbon side skirt extensions, upper and lower head units, and an E92 high kick spoiler to test out

HyeWarrior · 08-13-2019, 09:14 AM

I always wanted to try that top mounted head unit but never had the courage to cut up my dash lol

low135 · 08-13-2019, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HyeWarrior

I always wanted to try that top mounted head unit but never had the courage to cut up my dash lol

I'm going to be doing a new dash eventually anyway so I figured why not. Having a nav dash skinned in carbon next year

1and1 · 08-13-2019, 12:50 PM

Some new shoes for the front

Also have a set of Meyle HD tie rod assemblies and a set of fresh boots on the way from FCP. At ~90K miles it's time to freshen up the steering bits

ShocknAwe · 08-13-2019, 01:42 PM

Few things are new... Got some tie rods and misc bits to finish the suspension rebuild, got the 1er a new (to us) stablemate, and then there's this picture? Hmmm

ShocknAwe · 08-13-2019, 01:49 PM

Audio of new addition.

View post on imgur.com

Can't figure out how to embed a video clip.

2WheelDave · 08-14-2019, 05:51 PM

Just picked it up from the beauty salon! 2 stage paint correction, Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra ceramic coating and fabric treatment on the top. Looks beautiful!

ekkathewrekka · 08-15-2019, 10:14 PM

Ordered EBC red stuff brake pads front and rear,

Plus some Tyre Slime for emergency repairs on the run flats and a 12v compressor

https://www.slime.com/au/index.php

1and1 · 08-16-2019, 06:15 AM

The reds are a great daily driver pad- I've got 2+ years and ~23K miles on mine and they're still great (and my wheels are clean...)

If you do start seeing some track time, drop a few pesos on a set of dedicated track pads to swap in and you'll be all the happier...

ekkathewrekka · 08-16-2019, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1and1

The reds are a great daily driver pad- I've got 2+ years and ~23K miles on mine and they're still great (and my wheels are clean...)

If you do start seeing some track time, drop a few pesos on a set of dedicated track pads to swap in and you'll be all the happier...

Just a daily driver at this stage but once I get my tune I could be tempted

low135 · 08-16-2019, 02:20 PM

Went to install my Xtrons lower head unit last night. Got everything plugged in, unit powers on, steering wheel controls work, NO SOUND. There's also a crazy sounding beeping when first starting the car up. A series of beeps over a few seconds that happens 3-4 times after starting the car. Not sure what the hell happened to the sound or why it's yelling at me. Also when I tried reconnecting all the cables I probably tripped the radio fuse again. I really shouldn't be trusted to touch car electronics, I'm fuck awful with them

Also, might already be sick of the green lol been thinking of changing it in the next few months. Who likes red?

JimVonBaden · 08-16-2019, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gweeper64

JimVonBaden
"I also installed LED bulbs to my headlights"

What LED bulbs did you go with?

Just cheap ebay ones, but they work great. Still a good cut-off, and definitely brighter, 5K so not too blue.

JimVonBaden · 08-16-2019, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ekkathewrekka

Ordered EBC red stuff brake pads front and rear,

Plus some Tyre Slime for emergency repairs on the run flats and a 12v compressor

https://www.slime.com/au/index.php

The EBCs are a lot less dust.

ekkathewrekka · 08-16-2019, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

The EBCs are a lot less dust.

That’s looks very cool, I will my have my local Indy the job, I am a bit intimidated by the BMW setup. Might even do a brake fluid change as well

iminhell1 · 08-16-2019, 07:09 PM

Installed the Earthquake sws8 subs.

I'm on the Alpine system so the subs are driven by the Alpine amp, 50x2 IIRC. So they are underpowered by a fair margin. Still they work fine.

While the sound is better, bass extension, I still hate the audio in these cars.

08-11-2019, 07:11 PM	#12453
chris_flies Sideways and Smiling 3027 Rep 2,860 Posts Drives: In Exuberance Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Rosamond, CA USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW E91 328i [0.00]	Almost lost another diff (well, I pretty much did) I was driving to go flying, and then it started whining. Odd. Kept driving, and noise kept getting worse and worse. Greaaaat. Parked in the parking lot, two wheels up a curb, and the diff cover was dripping in gear oil, and a puddle was quickly forming underneath the car. After flying all over creation until 1am, and getting a ride home with my flight instructor, I came back in the morning with tools, and found every single bolt that normally holds the cover on, finger-tight. Dammit! Tightened those up and filled it with fluid, and the noise was still there. Another diff, with wonderfully quiet bearings, now ruined by noisy gears (bearings are still good ). Ordered a 3.23 open diff, and I'll be driving on that until I figure out what to do with the LSD. I have to drive 1,200 miles to school next week, and I need something that will just work (and save me a few bucks on gas). The AKG motor mounts are phenomenal, though. It makes all the right noises, and the drive train just feels so much more responsive and alive. It's great! The rattles and the noise at idle is borderline unbearable, but once I set off, all is well in the world... __________________ 2012 BMW 328i 6-Speed Wagon \| Deep Sea Blue with Grey Dakota Leather \| Manual Swap, 330i Intake + Tune, 3.15 Helical LSD, Öhlins R&T (SOLD) 2009 BMW 128i 6-Speed Coupé \| Monaco Blue with Black Sensatec \| chris_flies' 128i thread
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08-11-2019, 08:59 PM	#12454
iminhell1 C2H5OH 3915 Rep 2,144 Posts Drives: 2010 SG 135i auto Join Date: May 2015 Location: Darwin, MN iTrader: (1)	It's back together now but I think I may have something wrong. Hoping it's just a low fluid issues though I'm gonna have to pull and redo this. Dammit. It's throwing a 4F97 trans code which all signs point to being the block. It's brand new and the same part number I pulled out. But found this snazzy guy, http://sfcmotorsports.com/product/6h...apter-tma-002/ Attached Images Last edited by iminhell1; 08-11-2019 at 10:03 PM..
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jlc45 Private First Class 48 Rep 154 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 135i 6MT Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Ancaster ON iTrader: (0)	Alternate wheels and tires I posted in the wheel and tire fitment forum. Pics are pretty good but they posted upside down! Tried to fix the pictures but could not do it. Sorry. It seems that 225 x 45 x 17 and 255 x 40x 17 will work on a 1er. I bought "used" Michelin PS A/S3+ and Style 286 rims for a great price. Wanted an alternate to my 18" ers which are the dreaded RFT's. This car does not get raced nor driven hard. Have a look if you're interested. Jim
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08-11-2019, 10:57 PM	#12456
ekkathewrekka 135i Enthusiast 30 Rep 113 Posts Drives: BMW 135i MY2011 N55 Softtop Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Detail Washed, clayed, waxed and poly sealed. Leather clean and condition, trims detailed with cockpit spray M Sport decals on glove box, transmission stick and fenders Golf tee mod (love the new gurgle from the exhaust) Attached Images Last edited by ekkathewrekka; 08-12-2019 at 06:11 AM..
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08-12-2019, 08:27 AM	#12457
Thunderguts Major 785 Rep 1,000 Posts Drives: 2009 128i Sport MT Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: DFW iTrader: (0)	[QUOTE=JimVonBaden;25129736] I hate to say it, but I think a new valve cover gasket is in your near future. Look at the oil pooling up around the spark plug.
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08-12-2019, 08:50 PM	#12459
Gweeper64 Private 23 Rep 84 Posts Drives: '13 128i N51 6mt M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Worcester, MA area iTrader: (0)	JimVonBaden "I also installed LED bulbs to my headlights" What LED bulbs did you go with?
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08-13-2019, 08:18 AM	#12460
low135 Banned 2213 Rep 1,285 Posts Drives: E88 135i Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Clearwater iTrader: (0)	Ordered a bunch this morning. Carbon side skirt extensions, upper and lower head units, and an E92 high kick spoiler to test out Attached Images
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08-13-2019, 09:14 AM	#12461
HyeWarrior Major 747 Rep 1,119 Posts Drives: 2012 135i DCT Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: San Dimas, CA iTrader: (1)	I always wanted to try that top mounted head unit but never had the courage to cut up my dash lol
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08-13-2019, 12:50 PM	#12463
1and1 Loves me some MHD! 1858 Rep 1,719 Posts Drives: faster than he should... Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tally, FL iTrader: (2) Garage List '09 135i [10.00]	Some new shoes for the front Also have a set of Meyle HD tie rod assemblies and a set of fresh boots on the way from FCP. At ~90K miles it's time to freshen up the steering bits Attached Images __________________ 1and1 135i - E82.N54 2009 BSM - MHD / xHP / DCI, PR CP & 7.5" Race IC / N55 mid & Borla . . WL RSFI, Koni, Eibach & Dinan CP's, M3 CA's / EBC Red's & Firehawk 500's X1 - E84.N20 2013 MGM - JB4 - The Wife's, now with new turbo & ewg
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08-13-2019, 01:42 PM	#12464
ShocknAwe 1Addict 3233 Rep 7,894 Posts Drives: E82 Mutt, M57 Truck Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Charleston iTrader: (22)	Few things are new... Got some tie rods and misc bits to finish the suspension rebuild, got the 1er a new (to us) stablemate, and then there's this picture? Hmmm Attached Images __________________ 2010 135i 6MT Jet Black N54/3 FE82 Mutt \| BUILD THREAD \| GARAGE SALE
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08-13-2019, 01:49 PM	#12465
ShocknAwe 1Addict 3233 Rep 7,894 Posts Drives: E82 Mutt, M57 Truck Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Charleston iTrader: (22)	Audio of new addition. View post on imgur.com Can't figure out how to embed a video clip. __________________ 2010 135i 6MT Jet Black N54/3 FE82 Mutt \| BUILD THREAD \| GARAGE SALE
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08-14-2019, 05:51 PM	#12466
2WheelDave Private 24 Rep 62 Posts Drives: 2011 135i, 2005 BMW R1200GS Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Salmon Arm, B.C. Canada iTrader: (0)	Just picked it up from the beauty salon! 2 stage paint correction, Gtechniq Crystal Serum Ultra ceramic coating and fabric treatment on the top. Looks beautiful!
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08-15-2019, 10:14 PM	#12467
ekkathewrekka 135i Enthusiast 30 Rep 113 Posts Drives: BMW 135i MY2011 N55 Softtop Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Ordered EBC red stuff brake pads front and rear, Plus some Tyre Slime for emergency repairs on the run flats and a 12v compressor https://www.slime.com/au/index.php Last edited by ekkathewrekka; 08-15-2019 at 11:05 PM..
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1and1 Loves me some MHD! 1858 Rep 1,719 Posts Drives: faster than he should... Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tally, FL iTrader: (2) Garage List '09 135i [10.00]	The reds are a great daily driver pad- I've got 2+ years and ~23K miles on mine and they're still great (and my wheels are clean...) If you do start seeing some track time, drop a few pesos on a set of dedicated track pads to swap in and you'll be all the happier... __________________ 1and1 135i - E82.N54 2009 BSM - MHD / xHP / DCI, PR CP & 7.5" Race IC / N55 mid & Borla . . WL RSFI, Koni, Eibach & Dinan CP's, M3 CA's / EBC Red's & Firehawk 500's X1 - E84.N20 2013 MGM - JB4 - The Wife's, now with new turbo & ewg
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08-16-2019, 02:20 PM	#12470
low135 Banned 2213 Rep 1,285 Posts Drives: E88 135i Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Clearwater iTrader: (0)	Went to install my Xtrons lower head unit last night. Got everything plugged in, unit powers on, steering wheel controls work, NO SOUND. There's also a crazy sounding beeping when first starting the car up. A series of beeps over a few seconds that happens 3-4 times after starting the car. Not sure what the hell happened to the sound or why it's yelling at me. Also when I tried reconnecting all the cables I probably tripped the radio fuse again. I really shouldn't be trusted to touch car electronics, I'm fuck awful with them Also, might already be sick of the green lol been thinking of changing it in the next few months. Who likes red? Attached Images
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08-16-2019, 07:09 PM	#12474
iminhell1 C2H5OH 3915 Rep 2,144 Posts Drives: 2010 SG 135i auto Join Date: May 2015 Location: Darwin, MN iTrader: (1)	Installed the Earthquake sws8 subs. I'm on the Alpine system so the subs are driven by the Alpine amp, 50x2 IIRC. So they are underpowered by a fair margin. Still they work fine. While the sound is better, bass extension, I still hate the audio in these cars.
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