exextatic
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Name
James
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Location
Auckland
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E46 332i Sedan 6MT
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S54 conversion, 6MT, PSS10's, etc...
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E39 530iT 5MT
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What's written on the top-left of the FRM's label, to the right of the BMW logo? There are multiple variants of FRM2, FRM3, etc, with slight differences in compatibility - for example, an E87 FRM2 in an E81/E82 won't work correctly (unable to learn window limits).
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Doing it properly will require resetting the EEPROM and aligning to the mileage and VIN of the vehicle - no need to source one with lower mileage.
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CBS (servicing schedules) should work once the VIN is aligned. @HELLBM should be able to assist with resetting the EEPROM.
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N46 doesn't have one; it'll need to be retrofitted (PT-CAN to JBE, 15WUP to CAS, power to JB and ground). Make sure to get the bracket as well as the module.
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Thanks Kyu; maybe I'll come across a better-suited plate one day. The diff bushes are factory BMW (which means buying the whole rear cover). E46 non-M3 have a slightly different rear bush setup; I'd go with factory rubber personally. Thanks David.
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It's definitely firmer than a standard M3, but not uncomfortably so; no excess driveline noise in the cabin or anything of that nature. I've been meaning to update this thread for a while - recent (well, around a year ago now) additions include a CSL airbox (Karbonius). Some photos after a wash a while back:
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That's correct; guards were cut off of a donor vehicle (I believe it was actually a convertible - not 100% on that) and were grafted onto the sedan. The inner skin of the wheel arch needs to be extended to match the wider guard. Borrowing from my build thread:
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As mentioned by a few others, definitely start with getting the FRM coded to the vehicle and re-initialising the windows. The unusual reading on your scan tool may be coding related or the scan tool may be misinterpreting the data, so I wouldn't be too worried about that. Does the replacement FRM type match the original? (Should be on the casing of the FRM) @HELLBM can assist with coding if you want someone local.
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As above, it's the RACP (rear-axle carrier panel) itself that has the issue, not the subframe. Take a read through this: https://cmpautoengineering.com/pages/part-1-will-my-e46-subframe-crack-how-will-i-know I'm personally running CMP's underfloor plates and topside beam kit on my E46 M3 Sedan build.
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Consider just going for M54B30 + manual and set the rest aside for maintenance (how are the rear subframe bushes looking..? Cooling system, gaskets, etc.)
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Consider using a password manager with unique passwords per account (even if the site has HTTPS) - better overall security.
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+1 on the CTEK units, I believe BMW's battery charger accessory is also just a BMW-branded CTEK.
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E82 with CCC , medium term plan for bluetooth etc?
exextatic replied to HalfJobHarry's topic in Audio & In Car Entertainment
Planning on converting my partner's E87 130i to NBT (iDrive 4) at some point soon - not the most economical, but will look very factory-like and have the modern niceties - perhaps another option to consider. -
Ah, I was order 49, turned up today fortunately, installation was a breeze in my E39 touring and definitely an improvement for those of us running a MK3/MK4 nav unit. Have you updated the firmware on yours yet?
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How long ago did you order? Mine was shipped on the 28th of April, has been showing as leaving Chicago for quite a while...
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