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    Boris3
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    #6446

    I don’t remember the details on the engine build, my guess is at least cams and overbore. He’s been driving that car for years and always improving it. Ran ITS before EP. ITS weight minimum is 2710 so it’s wild to think of pulling 500 pounds from my car.

    1990 325i racecar (ITS, former Spec E30); 2004 330i ZHP

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    • YoungCRY
      YoungCRY
      YoungCR
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      #6447

      Good to see @merl's E28 out and about. E30 sounds great.

      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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        Nick_F
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        I was looking at tire deals tonight and came across what seemed to be too good to be true. It might be. Bridgestone turanza serenity plus for 118 a tire, normally 310. Catch is they are 3 years old. You think a 3 year old new tire is still trustworthy? They also come with a 2 year road hazard warranty that covers 100% reimbursement if they are not repairable or 25 per wheel if they are repairable.

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        • patsbimmer1P
          patsbimmer1P
          patsbimmer1
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          #6449

          Nick_F said:

          I was looking at tire deals tonight and came across what seemed to be too good to be true. It might be. Bridgestone turanza serenity plus for 118 a tire, normally 310. Catch is they are 3 years old. You think a 3 year old new tire is still trustworthy? They also come with a 2 year road hazard warranty that covers 100% reimbursement if they are not repairable or 25 per wheel if they are repairable.

          I'd stored correctly there's nothing wrong with them. Is it a reputable source?

          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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            Nick_F
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            #6450

            They are from tirerack

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            • patsbimmer1P
              patsbimmer1P
              patsbimmer1
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              #6451

              Nick_F said:

              They are from tirerack

              I wouldn't hesitate to buy them.

              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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                #6452

                Proof of time travelers

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                Related: Excellent TV series for those looking for something to watch

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                  Nick_F
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                  #6453

                  patsbimmer1 said:

                  I wouldn't hesitate to buy them.

                  well I bought them and some pirelli sottozero 3's for half off. I should be set on tires for awhile...

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                    Ryan...R
                    Ryan...
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                    #6454

                    Any of you cool cats or kittens ever played around with Federal tires?

                    Looking at the Federal Evo ST-1, can get 4 of em in my oddball desired size of 235/40/19 for under $400 shipped. I'm assuming they're not fantastic, super sticky, long living tires. But, they might be a good stop gap for me to see if I want to go up to that size from my 225s.

                    https://simpletire.com/federal-evoluzion-st-1-tires

                    2021 Gladiator Willys -- 6 speed manual, 33" Falken AT, 3/4" level

                    2021 Low Rider S -- Stage 2, 117hp/128ft lbs

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                    • KaiserRollsK
                      KaiserRollsK
                      KaiserRolls
                      wrote on last edited by
                      #6455

                      Ryan... said:

                      Any of you cool cats or kittens ever played around with Federal tires?

                      Looking at the Federal Evo ST-1, can get 4 of em in my oddball desired size of 235/40/19 for under $400 shipped. I'm assuming they're not fantastic, super sticky, long living tires. But, they might be a good stop gap for me to see if I want to go up to that size from my 225s.

                      https://simpletire.com/federal-evoluzion-st-1-tires

                      I’m sure they’ll be fine

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                      • patsbimmer1P
                        patsbimmer1P
                        patsbimmer1
                        wrote on last edited by
                        #6456

                        Ryan... said:

                        Any of you cool cats or kittens ever played around with Federal tires?

                        Looking at the Federal Evo ST-1, can get 4 of em in my oddball desired size of 235/40/19 for under $400 shipped. I'm assuming they're not fantastic, super sticky, long living tires. But, they might be a good stop gap for me to see if I want to go up to that size from my 225s.

                        https://simpletire.com/federal-evoluzion-st-1-tires

                        You're getting black and round.  Federal isn't the worst out there by any means but it's not what I'd buy unless I planned on burning them off.  There's actually a ton of options in that size due to the popularity of big skinny rims nowadays so if it's a choice driven by a lack of options I'd encourage you to look further.  If it's price motivated then these will scratch that itch.

                        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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                        • patsbimmer1P
                          patsbimmer1P
                          patsbimmer1
                          wrote on last edited by
                          #6457

                          Nick_F said:

                          well I bought them and some pirelli sottozero 3's for half off. I should be set on tires for awhile...

                          You'll be happy with the sottozero.  I've driven on them and sold a ton and have never been told a bad thing about them.  Good buy.

                          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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                          • Ryan...R
                            Ryan...R
                            Ryan...
                            wrote on last edited by
                            #6458

                            KaiserRolls said:

                            I’m sure they’ll be fine 

                            patsbimmer1 said:

                            You're getting black and round.  Federal isn't the worst out there by any means but it's not what I'd buy unless I planned on burning them off.  There's actually a ton of options in that size due to the popularity of big skinny rims nowadays so if it's a choice driven by a lack of options I'd encourage you to look further.  If it's price motivated then these will scratch that itch.

                            Thought process is that my current tires are nearing the end of their lives, I want to do a track day at Blackhawk in a couple months and will want newer tires for that, and I want to try a larger size on my already low-ish car without committing long term. I think I'll do it, #THANKS

                            2021 Gladiator Willys -- 6 speed manual, 33" Falken AT, 3/4" level

                            2021 Low Rider S -- Stage 2, 117hp/128ft lbs

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                            • GunMetalGreyG
                              GunMetalGreyG
                              GunMetalGrey
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                              #6459

                              Ryan... said:

                              Thought process is that my current tires are nearing the end of their lives, I want to do a track day at Blackhawk in a couple months and will want newer tires for that, and I want to try a larger size on my already low-ish car without committing long term. I think I'll do it, #THANKS

                              I'm running a set of those exact tires on my 128, it's my daily so it doesn't get the crap pounded out of it, but when I do lean into the corners hard I've been pleased. 
                              They have quite a bit of grip, have good feel / breakaway characteristic, and seem to be doing okay on tread wear (though a bit early to tell).
                              For the price I figured it was worth a shot.

                              ...

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                                Nick_F
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                                #6460

                                Well my winter setup showed up today, ordered yesterday around noon, arrived today at 2. Tirerack is the amazon prime of the tire world. 

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                                • Ryan...R
                                  Ryan...R
                                  Ryan...
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                                  #6461

                                  GunMetalGrey said:

                                  I'm running a set of those exact tires on my 128, it's my daily so it doesn't get the crap pounded out of it, but when I do lean into the corners hard I've been pleased. 
                                  They have quite a bit of grip, have good feel / breakaway characteristic, and seem to be doing okay on tread wear (though a bit early to tell).
                                  For the price I figured it was worth a shot. 

                                  Heck yes, I'll give these a try then.

                                  2021 Gladiator Willys -- 6 speed manual, 33" Falken AT, 3/4" level

                                  2021 Low Rider S -- Stage 2, 117hp/128ft lbs

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                                  • straight6pwrS
                                    straight6pwrS
                                    straight6pwr
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                                    Ryan... said:

                                    Heck yes, I'll give these a try then.

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                                    Dan
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                                    • rampelsauceR
                                      rampelsauceR
                                      rampelsauce
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                                      #6463

                                      Well, taking a little break from having a fast BMW. Sold the compact to @alexw and am just having fun with my '96 Volvo 850 daily. 

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                                      And I blacked out the kidneys on the X3. Excuse the filthy garage. 

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                                      E91 328xi - F15 X5 40e - Hopes and dreams of eventually having a cool car

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                                      • straight6pwrS
                                        straight6pwrS
                                        straight6pwr
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                                        #6464

                                        can confirm, daily volvos are fun! 850 looks great too!

                                        Dan
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                                          rampelsauce said:

                                           fast BMW

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