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I havent fit the mesh yet, as im going to get the front lip first (around $118+gst iirc from the dealer), then take the bumper off and do the whole lot in one go. The ICV is a LOT easier than i expected. Heres the list of DIYs i followed, http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showp...mp;postcount=49 http://www.dvatp.com/bmw/diy/icv_ccv/ http://www.bimmerforums.co.uk/forum/f3/199...m52-icv-t41173/ The ICV is the silver thing below the rag stuffed in the manifold, in the first pic of the second link. You can also see the 3 bolts in that pic, and where the hose would join the ICV. It really is as easy as removing the intake, the 3 bolts where the dip stick tube mounts to the manifold, the electrical connector off the rear of it then pulling down on the hose that comes from it (you remove the hose from the rubber intake bend). Clean the crap out of it (i used carb cleaner) then refit. I also cleaned the TB with CRC electrical contact cleaner (didnt use carb cleaner as its too harsh).

had a little spare time today, so went ahead and cleaned my Idle Control Valve and throttle body. Removed TB from manifold, as it was easy, and meant i could clean both sides of the plate. Also helped give me space to remove the ICV. Was really surprised how easy it was to get the M52 ICV out, after reading how horrible the M50 ones are to get out. Couple of bolts, a hose, an electrical connector and just pull the ICV straight down off manifold. Whilst there i also debaffled my air filter box and cleaned my MAF. Car idles so smooth i thought i had stalled it a few times on the test drive after doing the work, and its also pulling harder at low RPM (still anemic in the higher rpm, need new exhaust and M50 manifold to fix that)

Bumper mesh arrived today, yay. Will sort that at some time soon. Those slats and the lack of lip are the only two things letting the looks of this down atm. Need to sort a lip, just no too sure how to go about mounting it. I hear self tapper work well....

I fully agree tbh, the standard E36 has much better lines/shape than what you have created. BUT in saying that, i seriously admire and respect the work you have put into it. Its not my car, i dont have to drive it or look at it, so as long as you enjoy it who cares? Keep it up! Does need a big engine though. I think a twin turbo 1UZ would sound sex

I want your steering wheel and tail lights....

So mesh is on its way. Anyone got the OBC or lip? Lip doesnt have to be genuine (but MUST be plastic or rubber, not fiberglass) but would prefer it was.

damn thats a VERY sharp price!

Okay, so passed WOF today, not even a note on the sheet! Some pics, because for once it was sunny O_o Doesnt quite stick out as much as i hoped, but oh well. Very subtle. 4 speed, yeah boi!

Thanks! Purchased....

Hi all I want a couple of E36 M3 bits. Namely the black mesh from the front bumper, and the front lip with mounting hardware (if possible, but will take the lip without the hardware). Also wouldnt mind an 18 button OBC and loom, but thats not a major. Im in wellington but can pay postage if need be.

thats almost been on there as long as the interwebnets has existed. Nice car, would haul ass, but i totally agree the interior is FAR too busy! Im not really sure its worth the extra 50k on top of a standard BNR34 though. Thats getting close to R35 monies (edit, sh*t, thats more than R35 monies now days!).

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Dont do it!!

Bit the bullet... Spot the difference..... (ignore the knob and lack of boot, theyre on their way) Its a whole new beast now, the way it should have always been! Cant believe how much better it is without the Jatco. BIG thanks to Jon and Keren at JK Southern Euro for their outstanding work. Highly recommend!

i actually saw this in person the other day.... good lord its hideous!

i was going to bid too but sadly forgot when it finished... just check now and HOLY jebus, made of gold or something?! Nice one still want a reasonably priced one though

Kinda at a cross road of what to do with this thing. want to convert to manual but finding it really hard to justify the cost, even though i really enjoy the bimmer. On the other hand could sell it and buy a manual (albeit something completely different)....

i completely love my Sony, and would never hesitate to recommend to anyone wanting a good "step up from entry level" camera. In fact, one of my old coworkers just purchased one after playing with mine and a mate with a Nikon D700 was even amazed at it. Built in focus motor Built in stabilization Built in GPS Built in gyroscope thing (displays virtual "level" on screen so you dont end up with wonky shots) Full HD movie mode Articulated screen Lightweight 10FPS shooting Built in auto panorama mode (can also do 3d panorama, but never tried that)

buying from a known camera shop is HIGHLY recommended imo. Come time to get it serviced, you may have issues if its parallel imported. With my old pentax DSLR the local repair agent wouldnt cover the repair under warranty as it was a parallel import. I know im not a pro photographer, not by a long shot! but for me as a novice, i regularly use my live view, movie mode, and rotating screen. The rotating screen is AMAZING for over the head shots or ground level shots. I went with the old "get what feels best and has the features YOU want" and ended up with a Sony SLT-A55. Sure, the lens range is crap, but no other camera came close to being as awesome. just my 2c. Personally i prefer nikon over canon, have seen much better results from nikons (straight from the camera, no post processing)

Pretty sure americans dont get "park/city lights" but get side markers instead, which explains the angel eyes coming on only with the headlights. You should be able to rewire them to come on instead of the side lights.

awesome, thanks for the reply. Sounds like this is the way to go then. Do you know what year/model E30 your flywheel is from (or is it any Pre88 M20?)? Would love one i dont need to machine the back of.

Okay, still getting prices for doing my manual conversion and its getting WAAAY out of hand now! Basically, parts and labour is somewhere around $3500 with a new clutch and lightweight flywheel. As this is a daily car, i dont imagine itll get more than the odd track day for punishment i dont need huge amounts of clamping force and freakin carbon kevlar plates etc. What im thinking is to get rid of the dual mass (as a new one is hideously expensive) is to use a late E30 M20 325i flywheel and clutch setup. Its been documented a couple of times, but im wondering if anyone here has done it and has any tips? Itll be going on my M52 323i. So far i know i need to either shave the back of the FW 5-6mm or remove some webbing from the block, and i need to use the M20 starter too. Thinking a 2nd hand M20 flywheel and starter, new OEM clutch, get FW machined on both sides, balanced, and away i go.

yeah, know about the hella hid lights, only issue is that they are retardedly expensive, and ugly as sin. Want to keep the factory lights.

Its still illegal to run HIDs, even though i have the factory projector lights and manual height adjustment isnt it? Something to do with not coming factory fitted? Would love HID, they're just so much brighter.

Did you get them to supply the parts or did you supply them yourself? Flicked them an email, sounds like they may be my best option