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    vbhargava
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    Since we have the exhaust apart it seems like a good opportunity to hear it w/open headers. 

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      Finally got a hold of some OEM wheels. Still cant believe I ran through the rear tires in 6k miles. 😂

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        You are doing it right

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          vbhargava
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          After all the work last summer the car needed an alignment and KMR did a great job. Looking forward to getting out and testing it on the backroads soon. 

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            vbhargava
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            A little something something to hold me in the seat better on backroads. 

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              patsbimmer1
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              vbhargava said:

              A little something something to hold me in the seat better on backroads. 

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              I need reviews!

              2011 e90 M3 - DCT, Borla exhaust, BMW Performance Black Grille, ECS Painted Corners, Ziza Angel Eyes

              07 335i Stella - sport package, BMS DCI, zhp knob, TMS cf parking brake lever, VRSF downpipes, MHD tune, H&R race springs, other stuff *SOLD*

              97 328i Lola - sport package, m50 intake manifold, m50 manifold.com install kit, custom CAI, K&N filter, Borla exhaust, FK silverline coilovers, 25.5mm front sway bar, Powerflex front sway bushings, Turner Radiator, fan delete *sold*
              95 325is *sold*
              93 nissan 240sx KA-T *sold*

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              "burnouts bring babes and babes dont have time for bushings" - Kaiser Rolls

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                YoungCR
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                patsbimmer1 said:

                I need reviews!

                I second this motion

                Chris Young
                BMWCCA #458972
                1986 528e/5  | 1994 530i/5 | 1995 540i/6 | 2013 X5 35d | 1998 C1500 Suburban | 1995 K2500 Suburban

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                  vbhargava
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                  @YoungCR @patsbimmer1 

                  Installation: Super easy. Took 10 min. 

                  Pros:

                  • Planted in the seat - I didnt realize how much of a difference this makes on backroads. Normally you are constantly compensating for lean with your body and arms, freeing yourself up from that lets you focus on car control and other inputs
                  • Easy for daily use - Takes 30 seconds to go from 3 point seat belt --> 4 point harness
                  • Airbag remains intact - not all harness setups allow for this
                  • Bolt-in Install - This was really important to me since E39 M5s are appreciating and I didnt want to drill anything out
                  • Harness Grips - recommend purchasing. Soo much easier tighten the harness

                  Cons:

                  • Wasnt expecting the shoulder pain. Makes sense why they make harness pads

                  Overall: 10/10 - wish I had done this sooner

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                    YoungCR
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                    Very cool, nice that you can easily switch to 3 point for daily use

                    Chris Young
                    BMWCCA #458972
                    1986 528e/5  | 1994 530i/5 | 1995 540i/6 | 2013 X5 35d | 1998 C1500 Suburban | 1995 K2500 Suburban

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                      vbhargava
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                      Minor safety upgrade:

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                        vbhargava
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                        Hit a mileage milestone. 8000 miles under my ownership which I'm realizing now is over $1/mile in just maintenance 🤦‍♂️

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                          jc43089
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                          But it's measured in smiles/gallon...

                          2/94 325i Sedan, Arctic Gray: UUC LTW FW, EVO 3 and DSSR, +.020 Maxsil pistons, ASC delete, Eibach shocks/springs, 16" contour reps 238k
                          3/93 325i Coupe, Schwarz 2, Sketchy stance action, ebay turbo, 300k
                          '89 325i Vert, Alpine White: 5spd swapped, sold.

                          '04 Toyota Sienna: 24V to 24V swap in progress

                          '05 Volvo V70R, 6spd.  200k
                          '85 Toyota LandCruiser: Lifted, gas hog. 205k
                          '99 Nissan Maxima: 5spd, Rusty but trusty winter beater. 252k RIP.

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                            vbhargava
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                            Hoping to get back into project mode w/the M5 next month. This summer the focus has been on my new daily.

                            Couple of immediate tasks:

                            • DSP Amp replacement + reinstall BlueBus
                            • PDR on hood - highway debris
                            • Power steering lines
                            • Aesthetic refresh due to backroads driving (conflicted about this one)
                              • Front and rear bumper replacement
                              • Headlight replacement

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