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    tsweers89
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    #100

    The choice of the right SAE grade is based on the climatic conditions in the region in which you normally drive.

    *The following is the only recommended and approved synthetic oil for BMW M (Motorsport)vehicles in the US market with gasoline engines, at the present time.
    BMW Long-life rating LL-01 Synthetic Oils for BMW M vehicles
    equipped with S54, S62, S65 or S85 engines
    Castrol EDGE Professional TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Engine Oil,
    BMW part number 07 51 0 009 420
    or
    Castrol Edge Professional OE 5W30 Synthetic Engine Oil
    BMW part number 07 51 0 037 195

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    • DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFootD
      DrLeadFoot
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      #101

      Best options for an e46 roof rack?

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      • wasnt m3W
        wasnt m3W
        wasnt m3
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        #102

        I'm running the oem one on my wagon, love it. I believe the standard e46 coupe/sedan crossbars are about $220 from BMW.

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        • DrLeadFootD
          DrLeadFootD
          DrLeadFoot
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          #103

          So far this winter the M3 has been doing okay. Avoiding driving it on the super cold days in favor of the 2001 XJ Jeep.

          Necessary to do's:

          - Weld two new resonators I have into section 1.

          - Install new crush rings and bolts where the headers meet section 1.

          Hopefully these two fixes will fix the running rich on bank 1&2 and stop the vibrations at low rpm.

          - Connect sunroof drain hose in the A pillar.

          - Dry out the carpet.

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          • DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFoot
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            #104

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            Finally getting some exhaust stuff welded up!

            Resonators and MagnaFlow muffler.

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            • DrLeadFootD
              DrLeadFootD
              DrLeadFoot
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              #105

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              • DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFoot
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                #106

                Doing a little work on the M3. Paint, flaps.

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                • YoungCRY
                  YoungCRY
                  YoungCR
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                  #107

                  Painting Kevin's old wheels?

                  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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                  • DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFoot
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                    #108

                    CYoung said:

                    Painting Kevin's old wheels?

                    Had to... the field paint wasn't too professional.

                    Anyone know what style these rims are? I really like them.

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                    • Bassboy3313B
                      Bassboy3313B
                      Bassboy3313
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                      #109

                      Nice card trick! :P

                      CHECK OUT >>> RAGE DRIFT DESIGNS <<< FOR DECALS AND MORE!

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                      • DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFoot
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #110

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                        Almost done. The fiancée isn't too happy about the paint fumes that are in the entire house now but at least they're painted! :mellow:

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                        • YoungCRY
                          YoungCRY
                          YoungCR
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                          #111

                          DrLeadFoot said:

                          Had to... the field paint wasn't too professional. Anyone know what style these rims are? I really like them.

                          Not arguing against it, I know how crazy they were in person haha. Style 18's I believe.

                          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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                          • DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFoot
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                            #112

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                            Finally done. Passenger rear is slightly rubbing. I'll let itself do the adjustments.

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                              B C
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                              #113

                              404 ERROR

                              Fatlace/illest sticker not found

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                              • DrLeadFootD
                                DrLeadFootD
                                DrLeadFoot
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                                #114

                                Snap said:

                                404 ERROR

                                Fatlace/illest sticker not found

                                Haha.

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                                • DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFoot
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                                  #115

                                  Now time to test out these snow tires!

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                                  • DrLeadFootD
                                    DrLeadFootD
                                    DrLeadFoot
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                                    #116

                                    For reference:

                                    http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?245961-Steering-wheel-squeak-FIXED-Writeup-w-pics

                                    http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=494644

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                                    • DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFoot
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                                      #117

                                      Can you guys help me shead some light on the M3's cylinders misfires?

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                                        tsweers89
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                                        Well smotth running values def indicates cylinders 1 and 2 misfiring at that time. BUt your fault codes show more, and a low fuel level fault also. When does the misfire occur? Id be inclined to either investigate cylinders 1 and 2 or clear all faults, make sure you have more then a 1/4 tank of gas and see what faults return. coils. plugs, injectors could all cause this.

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                                        • DrLeadFootD
                                          DrLeadFootD
                                          DrLeadFoot
                                          wrote on last edited by
                                          #119

                                          Plugs and coils have been replaced recently. Usually #6 always throws a code. The tank was full.

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