BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 10, 2014 Lookin' good. The blue LED's dont look too bad but the thought of blue and caramel color sounds weird - think whites would look good. I was thinking of ordering some of the LED's too, off ebay for my 530 interior (where did you source your's from?). Do they throw any error codes? Send me a pm. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted October 10, 2014 Yep, agree that the puddle lights look good. Do think the others area little too blue. Would also look great with a 16:9 screen upgrade - once done - you wouldn't go back I am sure Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 10, 2014 Yep, agree that the puddle lights look good. Do think the others area little too blue. Would also look great with a 16:9 screen upgrade - once done - you wouldn't go back I am sure I'll need the video module and mk4 nav unit as well. The 16:9 units are getting long in the tooth so the lcd screens will need replacing soon - have researched the procedure for that and it's no fun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arma 134 Report post Posted October 10, 2014 I'll need the video module and mk4 nav unit as well. The 16:9 units are getting long in the tooth so the lcd screens will need replacing soon - have researched the procedure for that and it's no fun. Have you considered getting those dynavin units? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted October 11, 2014 I'll need the video module and mk4 nav unit as well. The 16:9 units are getting long in the tooth so the lcd screens will need replacing soon - have researched the procedure for that and it's no fun. The screens are pretty reliable, I have only ever seen one with pixel failure, one pixel too. Yes you need the VM too, both are plug & play replacement. You don't require the Mk 4 unit but that is a good upgrade as well. Not sure what Nav unit is currently fitted & if Jap or Euro but you don't require any Nav unit if you don't want. I upgraded & would never go back to 4:3 screen now. Not keen on taking out to replace with Dynavin either Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 13, 2014 The screens are pretty reliable, I have only ever seen one with pixel failure, one pixel too. Yes you need the VM too, both are plug & play replacement. You don't require the Mk 4 unit but that is a good upgrade as well. Not sure what Nav unit is currently fitted & if Jap or Euro but you don't require any Nav unit if you don't want. I upgraded & would never go back to 4:3 screen now. Not keen on taking out to replace with Dynavin either It's on the low priority list for now. But since the unit was used on a few different bmw platforms it means they're in ample supply if you look all over the globe. The Dynavin is appealing, and would modernise the car. But this M5 has a surprise lurking in the rear seat - a second MID unit. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hotwire 352 Report post Posted October 13, 2014 It's on the low priority list for now. But since the unit was used on a few different bmw platforms it means they're in ample supply if you look all over the globe. The Dynavin is appealing, and would modernise the car. But this M5 has a surprise lurking in the rear seat - a second MID unit. E38 or 39 only. Not X5 as many sellers include. Cosmetically the same but different pixel angle refraction (due to flatter viewing angle) & a different bezel 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 13, 2014 Good to know. Cheers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) Spare time this weekend will be used to replace the PS fluid reservoir, and the 2 low-pressure hoses that are connected to it. The hose connecting from the reservoir to the pump is leaking badly : Edited October 17, 2014 by BreakMyWindow 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 (edited) No more oil leaks! Low pressure hoses and reservoir swap done. One thing I learned is that the PS hydraulic system takes nearly 1 litre of ATF to successfully bleed the system out. Was not impressed to hear the PS pump grinding upon start up once fluid was added. A lot of air got in to the system as I started the engine briefly to blow most of the old fluid out when the low pressure hoses were removed. Edited October 19, 2014 by BreakMyWindow 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Allanw 1051 Report post Posted October 19, 2014 Was not impressed to hear the PS pump grinding upon start up once fluid was added. A lot of air got in to the system as I started the engine briefly to blow most of the old fluid out when the low pressure hoses were removed. Ooof... they don't like air. The Subaru in my VW Van sounds supercharged after I let too much air through the system... the lines go from the rear right up to the front and since I left a clamp loose by accident, after I emptied the first 5L in, I had to run up and turn it off! Whines all the time now though, from running dry-ish for too long . At least you didn't do that! On a postive note... the dirt floor in my barn is far less dusty now . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 28, 2014 (edited) Tackled the thermostat job again (slightly stuck open thermostat) and also the lower oil separator hoses. Made a vacuum leak tester using an air compressor, some hose fittings and soapy water in a spray bottle. Found some bubbles coming from the T junction of the vac hose which goes from the rear throttle bodies and on to the Brake Booster. Ordered the replacement through Clayton's. Should explain the intermittent lumpy idle, and intermittent softer brake pedal feeling. Edited October 28, 2014 by BreakMyWindow 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted October 29, 2014 Got a bit crafty this morning and used some 2 part epoxy on a piece that someone had snapped off in the past. This piece helps secure the cover for the ignition coils/wires. Took a lot of mucking around, but in the end I think i've got it on straight enough. Have since cleaned up the excess glue that seeped out of the join. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted November 2, 2014 Made a home-made vac. leak tester using a smoke machine (cheers Jooles) and some coolant pipe. Was thinking it would need some compressed air to help get the smoke through the vacuum system, but it appears to work very well. No leaks found aside from what was mentioned in a previous post. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffbebe 1559 Report post Posted November 2, 2014 Let's bring it to the next Coffee and Cars in December and we can do leak tests for people. I've also got tiny ADS OBD adapter so can hopefully scan some of the older cars. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted November 2, 2014 Yep can do, will just need a long enough extension lead for the electrons, and some more fittings to be able to connect to various engine vacuum sources. A small amount of water is produced from all the smoke which seems to only collect in the first section of hose, so will look in to making a moisture trap. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arma 134 Report post Posted November 2, 2014 That's awesome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest cortez Report post Posted December 16, 2014 Hi martin went through all 15 pages today...... ! Amazing job and dedication . Love the car, keep up the good work 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted December 16, 2014 Cheers dude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted January 9, 2015 Gave the M5 a belated xmas prezzie. Cheers to Ray (HellBM) and Dave (DC3) Before : After : 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nobimmer 694 Report post Posted January 9, 2015 Looks heaps better , much less chode like Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NUSTAD 243 Report post Posted January 12, 2015 Good job! How did the track session go? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted January 12, 2015 Good job! How did the track session go? It didn't. Decided to sink money in to it's appearance. next time though! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5V8 337 Report post Posted January 12, 2015 Good idea... last time I tracked my M5 I was up for $1500 in new front discs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1870 Report post Posted January 14, 2015 Ok... so got a lil bit carried away with the facelift theme and replaced the cumbersome 4:3 monitor This has got to be the most pointless option you can order for an e39. A boot fully trimmed in Alcantara. Gave it a good brush and vacum anyways. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
