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  • jc43089J
    jc43089J
    jc43089
    wrote on last edited by
    #128

    Interesting, this is why I do everything myself, I just don't trust anyone else to do it how I would. The only thing I can't do is mount tires and do an alignment, my neighbor works at a shop and I get those things done by him.

    Sent from my potato phone

    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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    • patsbimmer1P
      patsbimmer1P
      patsbimmer1
      wrote on last edited by
      #129

      Matt is awesome at Urban MotorworX!

      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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        tsweers89
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        #130

        If you could be so kind to inform us all who this "shop" is that did the shady work on your vehicle so we all stay away that would be great!

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          tsweers89
          wrote on last edited by
          #131

          Anyone that is interested Kumrow is the peopel who did the questionable "work"

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          • DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFoot
            wrote on last edited by
            #132

            I'm still g3tting "too rich cod3s on bank 1&2" so I just popp3d in a f3ul pump.

            I'm going to pump.you.up

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            Sup3r 3xciting!!!

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                 @DrLeadFoot

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            • B
              B
              B C
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              #133

              Just a reminder that a lean misfire can show up as a rich mixture. Hope it gets better soon

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              • DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFoot
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                #134

                Light is still on...going to shift my attention to the mass air flow sensor

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                     @DrLeadFoot

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                • DrLeadFootD
                  DrLeadFootD
                  DrLeadFoot
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                  #135

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                  Random pic on Lake Dr.

                  Took the car into Urban Motorworx for the engine mounts and passenger side arm as well as a look into the too rich bank 1 & 2 codes.

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                       @DrLeadFoot

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                  • DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFootD
                    DrLeadFoot
                    wrote on last edited by
                    #136

                    Might need to do a head gasket on this beast. Compression test to come.

                    Doesn't seem too tough. I did a eta to i head swap 11 years ago so it has to be like riding a bike.

                    http://www.adrianteo.com/files/cylinder-head%20_S54_.pdf

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                         @DrLeadFoot

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                      B
                      B C
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                      #137

                      Is it running rough? or just losing some coolant?

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                      • DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFootD
                        DrLeadFoot
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #138

                        Slightly rough. I'll donsome more digging and report back.

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                             @DrLeadFoot

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                          tsweers89
                          wrote on last edited by
                          #139

                          Headgasket on this is not even close copared to a e30. Needing special timing tools and such. Also a good time to do vanos rebuild if in fact you need to do this.

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                          • DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFootD
                            DrLeadFoot
                            wrote on last edited by
                            #140

                            I have the inverted torx sockets. I'm good, Timmy

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                                 @DrLeadFoot

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                            • DrLeadFootD
                              DrLeadFootD
                              DrLeadFoot
                              wrote on last edited by
                              #141

                              Need to go through this list one by one.

                              P0171 - System to Lean (Bank 1/2) :

                              * Fuel system
                              * Excessive fuel pressure.
                              * Leaking/contaminated fuel injectors.
                              * Leaking fuel pressure regulator.
                              * Low fuel pressure or running out of fuel.
                              * Vapor recovery system.
                              * Induction system:
                              : : - Air leaks after the MAF.
                              : : - Vacuum Leaks.
                              : : - PCV system.
                              : : - Improperly seated engine oil dipstick.
                              * EGR system:
                              : : - Leaking gasket.
                              : : - Stuck EGR valve.
                              : : - Leaking diaphragm or EVR.
                              * Base Engine: :
                              : : - Oil overfill.
                              : : - Cam timing.
                              : : - Cylinder compression.
                              : : - Exhaust leaks before or near the HO2Ss.

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                                   @DrLeadFoot

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                                B
                                B C
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                                #142

                                How about throttle body balance? Are those adjustable?

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                                • DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFootD
                                  DrLeadFoot
                                  wrote on last edited by
                                  #143

                                  They are but I'm getting too lean on all banks. I'm debating on going back to a stock tune if the air flow sensor doesn't do the trick. Of course after doing a compression test.

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                                       @DrLeadFoot

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                                  • B
                                    B
                                    B C
                                    wrote on last edited by
                                    #144

                                    The S54 ecu is much more advanced than megasquirt, but I just want to be my best self and point out that this wouldnt be an issue on megasquirt

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                                    • DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFootD
                                      DrLeadFoot
                                      wrote on last edited by
                                      #145

                                      I do here a puttering like those old Chevy trucks with a exhaust manifold leak. This could be a big issue with the O2 sensors but would it be throwing a too lean for bank 1&2??

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                                           @DrLeadFoot

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                                      • patsbimmer1P
                                        patsbimmer1P
                                        patsbimmer1
                                        wrote on last edited by
                                        #146

                                        DrLeadFoot said:

                                        I do here a puttering like those old Chevy trucks with a exhaust manifold leak. This could be a big issue with the O2 sensors but would it be throwing a too lean for bank 1&2??

                                        Yes.  Any leak before the cat that's monitored by your pre-cat o2 will mess with your afr's and can cause a too lean.

                                        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*

                                        BMWCCA #473306

                                        Instagram @patsbimmer1

                                        AKA- HALLWAY PAT

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

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                                        • DrLeadFootD
                                          DrLeadFootD
                                          DrLeadFoot
                                          wrote on last edited by
                                          #147

                                          Did some work on the M3 today with the help of Dan The Exhaust Man.  Now waiting on parts that should be showing up tomorrow.

                                          4 out of the 6 cylinders were leaking at the exhaust ports due to loose bolts.  Hmmm, why do some shops reuse one time use components?!!?

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                                          Just got the valves adjusted... leaking oil??

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                                          Missing some material.  This is the #6 cylinder which has had the most issues.

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                                               @DrLeadFoot

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