qube 3570 Report post Posted November 8, 2020 (edited) I got a quote for a Delkor non-AGM battery, 912CCA, 90Ah for $310 incl Gst. seems very well priced. edit: or these from Varta https://www.thebatterycellonline.co.nz/product/F18 https://www.thebatterycellonline.co.nz/product/H3 Edited November 8, 2020 by qube Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BreakMyWindow 1878 Report post Posted November 8, 2020 @LemonHunter should be able to sort you out Kyu. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted November 8, 2020 @LemonHunter This one? https://www.autobatteries.co.nz/collections/maintenance-free-european-automotive-batteries/products/din88-euro-mf-automotive-battery 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LemonHunter 583 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 (edited) @qube DIN88 is definitely the go to for modern beamers, (modern compared to my E28/E30) count yourself lucky it’s not specced as AGM (have you checked?) The code BIMMERSPORT will give you 5% off any cranking battery, ideally pay via bank transfer so I don’t get smacked with the damn processing fee. I stay away from the whole incorrect spec, for one, incorrect spec voids my battery warranty. I’ve not actually seen it go well for many people. My VRL5 is on clearance for $422 (Better check stock) Edited November 9, 2020 by LemonHunter Term Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Just now, LemonHunter said: @qube DIN88 is definitely the go to for modern beamers, (modern compared to my E28/E30) count yourself lucky it’s not specced as AGM (have you checked?) The code BIMMERSPORT will give you 5% off any cranking battery. it is spec'd as AGM but have been told I'll be alright to go for non AGM and code it to the car as such. Car doesnt have stop start function and have disconnected the IBS so should be alright? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LemonHunter 583 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 5 minutes ago, qube said: it is spec'd as AGM but have been told I'll be alright to go for non AGM and code it to the car as such. Car doesnt have stop start function and have disconnected the IBS so should be alright? From my professional side I don’t recommend it, I don’t offer or suggest the service. From my personal side, I’ve heard it work for some, seen it result in misery for others. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olaf 3341 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 1. Kyu, why the dread of AGM? Yes, with coding, you can run other types. But why, AGM saves weight. And those clever engineers specc'd them. 2. Why not replace the IBS? It's a common fault. There's even a recall abroad that isnt fully covered here. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GorGasm 563 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Cost Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LemonHunter 583 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 23 minutes ago, GorGasm said: Cost Info is on my site, links above or www.autobatteries.co.nz DIN88 is $281.17 VRL5 (DIN88/92AGM) is $422.00 pretty low stock on the AGM, about 5 around the country. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 Not dreading it but dont think its required as car doesnt have stop start function and if i decide to leave ibs unplugged then more reason not to get an agm type afaik? i want to try isolate the discharge issue and if it is indeed the ibs i will know once i get a new battery and leave the ibs unplugged. maybe im going about it the wrong way but dont want to spend hundreds to replace ibs and a new agm battery for it to discharge and fail again in a short period of time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted November 9, 2020 https://www.supercheapauto.co.nz/p/century-century-ultra-hi-performance-car-battery-din75zlmf/343271.html this is whats in the car currently Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sammo 2550 Report post Posted December 3, 2020 Thought you were selling already 😂 https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bmw/530i/listing/2886154386?bof=jsvbSdh3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 3, 2020 I thought that too! Looks very similar. its an interesting spec being DCT! This is my dads car anyway and has lots of issues so will be keeping and fixing it for a while.. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Navin 180 Report post Posted December 4, 2020 Whoa did they really come with a DCT or is it just a sport auto with the DCT style shifter? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KwS 2429 Report post Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) 52 minutes ago, Navin said: Whoa did they really come with a DCT or is it just a sport auto with the DCT style shifter? Not DCT, but has Sport Automatic Transmission option. Still a 6HP19. https://5series.net/forums/e60-discussion-2/rudys-full-review-2008-550i-sport-automatic-42608/ Edited December 4, 2020 by KwS Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 4, 2020 (edited) nvm. Looks like its called the SAT. Looks identical to the dct setup Edited December 4, 2020 by qube Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
///MPROVD 131 Report post Posted December 9, 2020 On 12/5/2020 at 12:43 PM, qube said: nvm. Looks like its called the SAT. Looks identical to the dct setup Yeap SAT our 535d has this option makes a huge difference to shift speed. Also sharpens throttle and firmer steering. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 10, 2020 Got a nose job or kidney job? 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
balancerider 778 Report post Posted December 10, 2020 @qube loves those m car grilles. looks like headlights could do with some tlc. space grey is a good colour though Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 10, 2020 The grills are really nice and excellent quality for $42 or something on ali shipped 2months wait though. have tried to polish up the headlights already and its better than before but needs some more work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 10, 2020 Painted wheels gloss black 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
balancerider 778 Report post Posted December 11, 2020 looking good. i just think double slat grilles on non M cars are trying a bit hard. kinda like m badges... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 11, 2020 Cant afford an m car so settle for double slat grills at least its better than the tri colour grills imo haha 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sammo 2550 Report post Posted December 11, 2020 1 hour ago, balancerider said: looking good. i just think double slat grilles on non M cars are trying a bit hard. kinda like m badges... Huh, never realised they were an M car thing - have dual slat black grilles but with stock chrome kidneys. I thought it was just a later model thing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qube 3570 Report post Posted December 11, 2020 They never did dual slat grills for e46 so most likely aftermarket unfortunately Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
