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Cleaned it, still some work to do but coming along, I love the look of the BBSs

Probably in 97 that was lock nuts ?

Had three updates for the USB app as well so any issues may have been picked up in those, as I run a live hotspot on my phone for traffic updates, it auto updates as necessary

My DSP amp is a bit dodgy, prior to getting the unit I had no sound at all so against stock DSP. Hard to confirm. Installing the unit I was, maybe still will, going to get another replacement Amp. But since installing the trigger to start the Amp can come from just selecting the DSP screen. So it runs for 30secs and goes off (like it used to) then I select the DSP settings in the App and presto it’s back on and stays on. Pain if you’ve got short journeys, but I’m stuck in Auckland traffic so nothings short. If you crank the dsp amp volume up to the top you do get some static when the lights are on, I know weird, hard to tell if that’s my amp or not, but then you can only turn the unit up to about 4 out of 25. Running the DSP at around 60 I have no static and the quality to my deaf and damaged ears sounds great, particularly on USB direct. Replacing the subwoofer speakers was clearly necessary and it’s way better then my stock non DSP E38. Probably as good sound if not better stage as the new Ford Falcon I had, which was the upgraded unit and system. not as good as the S8 though, that’s B&O and bloody awesome.

Yip, ordered on 5he US site and it’s sent from Asia, took about 5 days

Some pics of the headunit and the OBC features. Found very handy and it’s made the car feel very current. My 2006 S8 is feeling very dated now lol

Got replacement genuine speakers from Brent at BMWorld, $20each and in excellent condition. Perfect fit and sound is spot on. I heard it was tricky getting speakers sorted as well so getting off Brent was a perfect solution.

Replaced a chunk of the rubbish plastic window washer piping in the bonnet. Was leaking all across 5 points, replaced most of it, the rest will still likely need doing to complete, but at least it works now. Replaced the rear 4 speakers, thanks to Brent for BMWorld for some quality parts. Sound greatly improved with speakers that don’t have UV rot in them. Gave it a clean to round off the weekend. Already locked a few thousand kms under it, seems to like the running currently. Touch wood.

Fantastic Kyu , looking forward to seeing it. Looks brilliant in white. Looks an awesome package.

People in the right hand lane on the motorway, ablivious of the world around them then you give them a flash to pass and they just slow down ? Is it to much to ask to move over?

It’s a really nice example, compared to some of the tacky US wheel combos I’ve seen it’s rather understated. Not sure he’ll get near that money though

One of my favourite toys, you won’t regret it

I’ll check them out as well, cheers Jacko

Yip that’s me and I use them, mainly Gyeon and some Valetpro. I’ve been using Gyeon prep and bug tar remover etc as go to, along with cannon foam. Mencerna Powerlock is my go to sealer with a nice wax on the top, I find it gives up to 12 months solid sealer protection. Topped up with the wax. No vested interest either, apart from wanting a dam fine finish. And hating swirls and marks. i would like to try the Ammo solution but it’s a stretch to far in cost with freight and hassle and you really need to use the products together I believe, hence my current line up.

Since your in Auckland I suggest you see the team at United Car care/ OCD, great for products advise and top notch. pretty much all the brands you mention they have, also online shop as well

Good thought it had crossed my mind, there’s a bit more tyre on the BBS but I think I’ll give it a try

Definitely part of the attraction and no disk drive so only 60mm deep which is handy with E38s and the HVAC issues

Ok, last couple of weeks have been centred around the head unit upgrade and I put a E46 steering wheel on. Might alter this in the future but for now I like the feel of this wheel. Purchased a Avin Avant 3 unit from the US, arrived super quick. Spec’d it out with reversing camera, Apple CarPlay, Maps on SD card. Comes also with Ibus connection, Steering Wheels Canbus connection, SIM card port and its on web phone connection, USB ports X 2, SD card slot running on Android 6. GPS and it’s on wifi hotspot. I went with this as I wanted the factory look connected to the Ibus for OBC inputs and utilising the DSP and factory setup, (with all its problems and age, but hey it’s ‘unique’) Have been running it the last week and finished the install today. OBC and coding is very cool ?. Being able to cycle speed into the IKE display is great, it’s also the GPS adjusted speed identical to the speed on my radar detector. Having all OBC controls and monitoring I also like, it’s easy to use as well. Coded the indicators to flash 3 times like a real modern car as well. Big step forward, lots of other built in coding as well you can use, welcome home lights, setup DRLs etc. Android 6 platform seems very stable and has been working great, mainly running music through Apple Carplay and display on OBC then Google maps, using the live web connection for traffic updates and advisement, been excellant so far. Response and speed of operation has been very good. Had a couple of times where the unit seemingly has booted up twice after initial start up but no other operational issues. Takes a while to install running harness to the boot and the camera into the boot lid, overall it’s very durable and the quality looks good at an install point. Having the unit even seems to have brought the DSP amp back to life, we’ll see how long it lasts, might need replacing or at least a good inspection by a techie, above my pay grade. So suitably happy to bring the old girl up to the latest standards and the results so far. Next on the list is the bumper and bonnet replacements. Replacing the ribbon that gives the PIXEL issue in the main display as well, see what the weather comes up with tomorrow.

No I personally think the 330e is they way to go, more range of electric. Plug in hybrid. Lighter due to the motor configuration and power output being aligned to 330. where as the 335, 535 hybridactive are not plug in. Discontinued 335i hybrid after 2015 for the 330e only. We drove a 535 ActiveHybrid and it was bearly noticeable in changing between power and petrol drive train. Was very nice, Trouble is with the extra weight, you mitigate most of the savings of the hybrid so it was a what’s the point discussion. Although most ActiveHybrids come in great spec as well. BMW seemed to throw the kitchen sink at them. downside of the 330e, big price tag. My take is if you want pure performance then 335/ 340 Petrol, commute - good performance and driving in E lanes, 330e.

Complexity and weight increase and not that much performance gain over 335, if you want hybrid or electric benefits go 330e.

Welcome Jed, lovely M3 you have, beautifully kept as well. That red really pops doesn’t it !

740 and 750 both got a nice oil change. Best part of 17l ?. good thing Castrol Edge 5w30 was on special this week, along with filters that’s .. a lot.

Window regulator changed in the 740, was starting to thunk when at the bottom of the opening on the drivers door, managed to pick up a second hand one, now sorted. unfortunately I unplugged the door airbag with the key in the ignition and the battery still connected, once it all went back together the airbag light was stuck on, but I was able to clear it with my Carsoft reader. Phew, note on this for the E38 and probably E39, you’ll need to ensure you plug into the round socket under the hood and not the OBD inside, that only allows connection to the DME. Once I got that sorted, thanks Bimmerforums, light has gone and airbag control is reset . Plus window operation is nice and smooth

Had a W211, haven’t got it now, nuff said. Certianly go like a cut cat but yeah nah, couldn’t do it. At least the Alp8na will hold some value whereas the AMG will drop like a stone

Yeah $200 is about a fill Lol ?