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    On 4/3/2020 at 6:06 PM, Dogballs said:

    have a look at this https://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1082287 thread from E46 fanatics (its long, but as a fair amount of useful info.. (and useless))

    and, MS43 Wiki: https://www.ms4x.net/index.php?title=Siemens_MS43

    all you need is a Inpa cable for loading tuned files etc..

     

    Very interesting - was just looking at the amount of people selling remapped MS43 DME's in the UK to plug and play, kind of seemed like a cheap remap option, but obviously possible to DIY as well.

    Is it possible to swap a DME or remap one without deleting EWS? Also saw a ICV delete option for better throttle response too.

    My car is manual swapped (by previous owner) so not sure how / if that plays into the whole thing either.

    I like the idea of  better response and drive-ability even if actual gains would be minimal...

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    Got a few little things done to the 330ci over Easter:

    • Front and rear sway bar bushings
    • Adjusted front bumper and resprayed the aged lower plastic mesh.
    • Stitched on a new steering wheel cover - had one on earlier and it was great but was synthetic leather and I did a so-so job stitching - got a higher quality proper leather one and took my time - much better.

    Got a week of AL coming up last week of the month (Managers encouraged to take 4 days in April ?) so will be tackling vanos seals, vanos oil line then oil filter housing gasket.

    Got a new fuel filter too for when the shops open and I can get some new fuel line and vacuum hose.

     

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    3 hours ago, zero said:

    I used the poly ones from ireland engineering and was a good improvement and no difference in harshness.

    If you want a hand with the suspension after the lockdoen let me know - I have all the tools.

    Ill check those out too. 

    Appreciate the offer, but hoping to get it done with a mate who has a nice big garage and more nous than me ?

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    10 minutes ago, Eagle said:

    Im surprised when i don't see a car still on the original fuel filter. Poly coupler is the way i go i think unless you have a bad joint. 

    Yeah, I've seen the poly (or even solid aluminium) bits you can replace the rubber bushing part with, looks like a bit more work, wasn't sure if it wouldn't be too harsh though?

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    Was giving the car a little Easter love yesterday, things however didn't go to plan ?

    Swapped out my front and rear sway bar bushings and had planned to do my fuel filter and steering coupler as well.

    Turns out, like a muppet, I had bought the LHD steering coupler, and to add insult to injury the RHD version looks to be over double the price (and a more cramped install).

    Then I couldn't get the fuel filter hoses off, date stamp on filter was 2001(!!) so will have to wait till stores are open again, buy some more fuel hose and cut the old ones off. 

    Finally, getting car into the carport (very tight 5 point turn for access so I seldom use it) managed to put a little dent in the rear panel above the bumper and below taillight from a little tree branch 'hiding' in a bush. Then while trying to access the panel from behind to see if I could push it out, I managed to do something to my tail light and i've got a 'phantom' bulb out dash light now....

    Good times!

    Car did feel a little flatter in turns after the bushings at least - looking forward to doing the shocks, struts and CABs after lockdown.

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    On 3/31/2020 at 12:01 PM, Miss M said:

    Hi all,

    I have a 2001 E46 318i in Orient Blue and she’s looking a little rough!

    I’m wanting to touch up some of the rougher spots before I head back to Hamilton from Hawkes Bay, so I’m looking for a touch up pen in this colour if anyone has one lying around!

    Thought I’d check here before I look elsewhere :) obviously will wait until after the whole lockdown situation is over

    Thanks in advance!

    Bekah

     

    I got mine from Trade Me, a guy will mix and send the pot for around $15 I think. 

    Was a great match for my Orient blue too. 

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    1 hour ago, m325i said:

    Looks good, (and it looked good when I saw it prior to polish).

    I tried Powerlock a couple of months ago. I'm not sold on the longevity. Even with little rain since. It's not super hydrophobic either - but it looks great! I guess that's the idea of combining it with Collinite 845.  

     

    I've had good results with it but to be honest, using the Fireball hydrophobic shampoo regularly (and sometimes Gyeon Wet coat) it's constantly being topped up anyway. 

    I'm nearly out of the Powerlock, what do you recommend? Some of these wash on, wash off Si02 products seem great, especially if used regularly. 

    Wanting to try Chemical Brothers Black Light as well but I'm a sucker for marketing ?

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    1 hour ago, qube said:

    I meant any plans to upgrade to leds?

     

    Ahhh right... I was thinking about it but might leave as is - going for a more classic look with it (prefacelift / chrome grille / 'Grandad' colour combo).

     

     

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    12 minutes ago, M3AN said:

    Man, that looks great! Well done.

    How long did that take (sans the photo shoot). If you don't mind me asking, and hand or orbital?

    Just hand polished, to be honest I only did the bonnet / front quarters and upper door / rears (i.e. the ones that catch the light most).

    Maybe 3 hours all up? Menzerna is a great sealant that goes on and off really easily and will bead like crazy for months.

    Then I just wash every week or two with Fireball Hydrophobic shampoo (amazing product) which keeps the paint glossy and beading water for very low effort.

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  15. Posted · Edited by Sammo · Report reply

    Killing time in lockdown...

    Resprayed my roof rails (clear coat was peeling), fixed a couple of interior rattles and adjusted my driver window rattle then gave car a full groom, ready for winter:

    Wash and claybar

    Polish with Menzerna 2400 (got rid of a few buffer trails panel beaters left)

    Menzerna Powerlock Sealant

    Solution finish on black exterior trim.

    Thought I should get some (very local of course!) glamour shots, as its now guaranteed to rain soon ?

    *Edit - photos bigger and sharper if you click them*

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    On 3/25/2020 at 1:44 PM, Jacko said:

    Dont need to prove it, just a declaration, my work load plummeted so I applied (havent been paid yet) before I had a single account to show I had next to no income. I know of others in my same circumstance that applied that day the fund was announced and got paid 3 days later.

     

    I suspect there are a few that will just take it as free money, but the IRD will get them in the end, at the moment the focus seems to be on keeping the majority afloat rather than an audit of everyones records. 

    My wife is self employed, a freelancer in media who just had a gig in April cancelled - she applied yesterday morning and had $7k in the account after lunch. 

     

    Not complaining but seemed a bit too easy... 

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    I had a MK6 GTI before my E46 and loved it.

    Granted I had it between 40k and 60k over 2.5 years so was low miles but aside from coilpacks, it was flawless.

    The 2.0 TSI is a robust engine capable of making good power with a remap and even stock performs really well with torque from almost idle.

    Loved the DSG, and as I understand the wet clutch 6speed  DSG on the GTI's is pretty tough too, just service it every 60k. Pretty smooth (not as smooth as a slush box at low speed) but with lightning shifts, rev matching and blips / farts - good times.

    1.4TSI and 7 speed dry clutch DSG's are nowhere near as good.

    We might buy another for the wife's next car TBH, the GTI's are a fantastic all-rounder.

    Tartan seats FTW ?

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    1 hour ago, BreakMyWindow said:

    What’s the plan of attack for cleaning/maintenance on them? Just wash with soapy water?

    I've just been using my Fireball interior cleaner on them (love all their grooming products) - I think a damp cloth would do the same job really - no need for anything special on what is synthetic coated leather.

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