hybrid 1039 Report post Posted October 2, 2013 Heh like this, Matt finish slightly darker hue.. although the texture is hard to achieve. You can do this with manifold paint from repco. Same texture and everything 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 2, 2013 You can do this with manifold paint from repco. Same texture and everything Great to know for the future, thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lord_jagganath 421 Report post Posted October 2, 2013 ^^ thats the one. We had to do a mock up of a pump from plastic tubing, so we started with a smooth surface, if you already have texture, it is far easier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 Well, here it is.. Probably 3/4 done now. I'm going to do another coat of red because there are a few spots where I can't primed it as well and it lifted with the tape a little bit (small specks but still looks rough) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lord_jagganath 421 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 it's going to look superb once fitted. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 Thanks Juggernaut I'm thinking I may try to find a matte clear coat that can hold the temp. It's soo damn glossy at the moment. Looking forward to putting it in and adding some colour to the engine bay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M3_Power 636 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) No more muffled V8... I've never really undrestood this mod to be honest .... If you look at the science behind it you've just made a free flow system with a well calculated Helmholtz chamber and pipe length/size obsolete and probably induced unwanted exhaust pulses back into the system and ruined any kadenacy effect that was built into it. Personally I prefer this style of painted plenum ... Edited October 3, 2013 by M3_Power Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) Yup I like that plenum as well but it goes well beyond my DIY ability lol.I suppose I could strip what I've done, go over the whole thing in white and see a signwriter for a heat-proof M colour vinyl? With regard to the exhaust mod, Evolve concluded (interweb knowledge right?) that the straight through method doesn't affect performance in any way based on their testing. In any case, I like the sound, and I have a stock exhaust if I ever need/want to go back to OEM. Edited October 3, 2013 by Tristan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 With regard to the exhaust mod, Evolve concluded (interweb knowledge right?) that the straight through method doesn't affect performance in any way based on their testing. In any case, I like the sound, and I have a stock exhaust if I ever need/want to go back to OEM. Ive seen a genuine 20 wkw on a e92 with just rear box chopped off Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HaNs 226 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 Pics or it didn't happen I'm afraid... Only have dyno of sock VS map and no rear box on that car http://iforce.co.nz/i/zweebt1b.kit.jpg Keen to see what you car puts down Tristan! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 I'm also very interested to see Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
euroriffic 595 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 That manifold looks awesome!! Nice work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 3, 2013 That manifold looks awesome!! Nice work Thanks Justin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted October 22, 2013 DIY Trim wrapping: Will post finished pics tomorrow Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted November 4, 2013 Bought some carbon mirror covers from Leebske yesterday which I fitted today. Pretty happy with the outcome and for the price I couldn't refuse. This photo was just a photoshop of deleted vents and headlight washers. Looks better without the washers I think.. The vents was just for a laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted November 6, 2013 List of upcoming updates:Michelin Pilot Super Sports New brake pads front/rear F10 M5 Illuminated Shift Knob Royal Purple Synchromax Manual Transmission fluid Differential Fluid Power steering fluid 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSET 564 Report post Posted November 18, 2013 I thought those little round bits were the parking sensors - today I learned...! Love the mirror covers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted December 23, 2013 I thought those little round bits were the parking sensors - today I learned...! Love the mirror covers! Thanks. Front/rear pads, sensors, F10 gear knob have arrived now. Just need the tires which I'll be picking up soon. I think Tirerack is closed for Xmas so I'm picking them up from American Tire Depot instead. Can't wait to come home... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) In the interim between now and buying the LCI tail light retrofit I decided to tint the "white" part red to modernise (IMO) the back of the car. I'm happy with the results Note: right hand side looks a bit scuffed up - I hadn't peeled off the film on the outside of the tint (forgot) so that's why it doesn't appear clear. Edited January 22, 2014 by Tristan 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffbebe 1559 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 Looks much better IMO but is illegal. If you get in an accident, etc it would void your insurance (if you were unable to remove the tint film prior to inspection). Will also fail a WOF if they notice. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) Lol - so legal as far as red indicators are allowed but illegal as there is something over the light? Should have read closer. No worries. Will just upgrade to LCI -.- Edited January 22, 2014 by Tristan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffbebe 1559 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 Lol - so legal as far as red indicators are allowed but illegal as there is something over the light? Should have read closer. No worries. Will just upgrade to LCI -.- Exactly. Smoked/red indicators are fine as long as they came like that from the factory. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tristan 338 Report post Posted February 7, 2014 Thanks to Seth @ Carfolie for wrapping my bonnet vents and front kidneys in gloss black. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael. 2312 Report post Posted February 7, 2014 Nice! I quite like the finish they have, almost that orange peel look Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffbebe 1559 Report post Posted February 7, 2014 They look good. Didn't fancy trying yourself? Shouldn't be too hard with decent 3M wrap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
