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  • DrLeadFootD
    DrLeadFootD
    DrLeadFoot
    wrote on last edited by
    #379

    Ran the program and couple of more times while I was cleaning out the garage.

    It still "cannot find the center of the shift path."

    I'm leaning towards taking it to the dealer and just get it fixed. Maybe their software is better than the Windows XP laptop I have.

    Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

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         @DrLeadFoot

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    • CMartC
      CMartC
      CMart
      wrote on last edited by
      #380

      You did good, congrats on all of your progress.

      Excursion 7.3
      E30 LS1

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      • patsbimmer1P
        patsbimmer1P
        patsbimmer1
        wrote on last edited by
        #381

        No shame in taking to a shop.  Your time is worth more than the frustration of fucking with this.

        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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        • i_love_carsI
          i_love_carsI
          i_love_cars
          wrote on last edited by
          #382

          Pat is right. At some point there is enormous diminishing return on your time being sunk into this.

          IMG6593.jpg

          2011 E92 M3 6MT ZCP - ESS 625 supercharged
          2007 Z4MR 
          2003 E39 M5
          2002 E46 M3
          2021 X5 40i

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          • DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFootD
            DrLeadFoot
            wrote on last edited by
            #383

            Thanks for the support guys!

            Update: The tech feels that it might have something to do with the shift pin plug in replaced. Maybe it is in there sideways.

            I told him to do whatever it needs as I just want to go 150mph asap.

            Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

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                 @DrLeadFoot

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            • i_love_carsI
              i_love_carsI
              i_love_cars
              wrote on last edited by
              #384

              rofl @ 150mph asap.  no one was surprised when they read that

              IMG6593.jpg

              2011 E92 M3 6MT ZCP - ESS 625 supercharged
              2007 Z4MR 
              2003 E39 M5
              2002 E46 M3
              2021 X5 40i

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              • DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFootD
                DrLeadFoot
                wrote on last edited by
                #385

                Haha

                Update:

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                The part #5 is a plug and the new one the make doesn't fit as snug as the original one does. The tech took a pick and with barely any force popped off the plug.

                I replaced the spring but not the roller inside the trans. He pulled that out and it was at 3 o'clock instead of 12 o'clock where it should have been. Maybe this is it!!

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                     @DrLeadFoot

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                • DrLeadFootD
                  DrLeadFootD
                  DrLeadFoot
                  wrote on last edited by
                  #386

                  Before all this is did actually drive the car to the dealership. Also got the rear end loose when I saw a buddy going the opposite way.

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                       @DrLeadFoot

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                  • patsbimmer1P
                    patsbimmer1P
                    patsbimmer1
                    wrote on last edited by
                    #387

                    Hahaha, of course you did!

                    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
                      #388

                      She is all good!!! The actuator was bent. Getting a new bumper painted and installed now.

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                           @DrLeadFoot

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                      • B
                        B
                        B C
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #389

                        Great! Interested to know whether your loss of compression on the old engine was gradual / over what length of time and if you have any idea what caused it

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                        • KaiserRollsK
                          KaiserRollsK
                          KaiserRolls
                          wrote on last edited by
                          #390

                          Ragedrifting caused it

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                          • EarlE
                            EarlE
                            Earl
                            wrote on last edited by
                            #391

                            Congrats!

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                            • Bassboy3313B
                              Bassboy3313B
                              Bassboy3313
                              wrote on last edited by
                              #392

                              Great to hear!!!

                              Sent from my SM-G930R4 using Tapatalk

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

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                              • patsbimmer1P
                                patsbimmer1P
                                patsbimmer1
                                wrote on last edited by
                                #393

                                Excellent!

                                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
                                  #394

                                  Thanks guys! It's soo good to have it back. The body shop is booked up but I should have it back next week. Getting new plastic parts to replace the broken ones where needed on the underside. Excited to get this back to 100%

                                  I feel the loss of compression was gradual as the car smelled super rich for the longest time. It was dumping fuel to make up for the drop of compression. I feel it was just beat on super hard from day 1. I know I was everything but kind to that motor.

                                  Next phase is a new coil over set up. I like the low look but I need a quality but sporty ride. What is a good choice? Any suggestions would be very helpful.

                                  Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

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                                       @DrLeadFoot

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                                  • patsbimmer1P
                                    patsbimmer1P
                                    patsbimmer1
                                    wrote on last edited by
                                    #395

                                    DrLeadFoot said:

                                    Thanks guys! It's soo good to have it back. The body shop is booked up but I should have it back next week. Getting new plastic parts to replace the broken ones where needed on the underside. Excited to get this back to 100%

                                    I feel the loss of compression was gradual as the car smelled super rich for the longest time. It was dumping fuel to make up for the drop of compression. I feel it was just beat on super hard from day 1. I know I was everything but kind to that motor.

                                    Next phase is a new coil over set up. I like the low look but I need a quality but sporty ride. What is a good choice? Any suggestions would be very helpful.

                                    Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

                                    KW Street Comforts have been getting great reviews but I don't think they're available on the e46 M3 yet.  ST's are a great choice and have a rebate going on right now.  The XTA is a fully adjustable version of their ST X.  BC get's great reviews as well and are more budget minded than the ST's while still being fully adjustable.  Only issue with BC is they are all custom so it typically takes 3-4 weeks to get a set.

                                    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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                                    • KaiserRollsK
                                      KaiserRollsK
                                      KaiserRolls
                                      wrote on last edited by
                                      #396

                                      I feel like most custom rate coilovers take 3/4 weeks, I Could be wrong. I have fortunes coming for the e30 because Enjuku/BC shipped my shit to Texas.

                                      I went thru endless autosport & got custom rates. He was one of the cheapest vendors I could get a hold of for fortunes

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                                      • DrLeadFootD
                                        DrLeadFootD
                                        DrLeadFoot
                                        wrote on last edited by
                                        #397

                                        Hallway Pat and I are talking and we are thinking the XTA's are the way to go.

                                        Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

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                                             @DrLeadFoot

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                                        • KaiserRollsK
                                          KaiserRollsK
                                          KaiserRolls
                                          wrote on last edited by
                                          #398

                                          DrLeadFoot said:

                                          Hallway Pat and I are talking and we are thinking the XTA's are the way to go.

                                          Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk

                                          You and hallway pat be sure to use protection

                                          Like shipping insurance

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