Marco has again graciously decided to open his home to the local Bf.c'ers to install whatever stuff you have lying around! :D

We'll meet at Marco's pad just off Barrett Parkway in Kennesaw at 12:00, high noon this Sunday the 29th.

For those that have never been to an installfest, you show up (preferably with beer and food ;) ), gather some help or assist others with their installations, eat, drink, and have a good 'ole time! :mdrbig

Directions to Marco's:

From 75 North Bound

Exit off 267a (Canton Rd. North), follow the exit ramp, go through 1st light, (Sandy Plain Rd), continue north bound, about 3/4 miles will be a Race Track Gas Station on your left. There will be a light right after Race Track. Go through the light, about 200 yards, take the first left onto Westerly Lane, then Right onto Fraser Rd, about 200 yards, Left on Bounty, and left on Woodridge Rd. House is on the left # 2306. 2 stories brick front.

From 75 South Bound

Exit off Barrett Pkwy exit (269). Take a left onto Barrett Pkwy. Go past 575 & continue on Barrett Pkwy. Go pass Bells Ferry Rd. (Barrett Pkwy will turns into E.Piedmont Rd) Take a right onto Canton Rd. (Eckerd Drug store on your right). Continue South on Canton Rd. Take a right onto Westerly Ln, (if you pass Race Track Gas Station) turn around. Then Right on Fraser Rd, Left onto Bounty. Left onto Woodridge Dr. House on left #2306 2 stories brick Front.

Please remember to bring your own tools (Marco has a jack and 4 jackstands), BYOB and food ( Marco will provide a grill).

#404.423.6460...call if lost.

Important:

Post what you're installing and what tools you'll be bringing so we can plan accordingly. Also...Marco doesn't allow fluid swaps, so no tranny/coolant/diff/engine oil/etc. changes.

This is a great chance to come out and meet some new folks and re-acquaint yourself with the "regulars." Also, if you don't have anything to install, that's cool too. Just bring yourself and hang out...no promises that you won't be asked to help, though! :stickoutt

Questions? Ask them here or PM me or Aaron (Ron17).

Oh yeah...my stuff...

1) JTD Underpanel
2) ERT Crank Pulley

Standard set of wrenches...'bout it (Man, I need some tools...).

noooooooooo, noooooooo, not this sunday!



dammit, i'm never going to get to come to an installfest. one of the things i most want to come to.


ASHDflkjsalskjfdal :complain

I should be there for a little while. I won't be working on my car but I'll help anyone that needs it.

Originally posted by Leif E. Bronn
I should be there for a little while. I won't be working on my car but I'll help anyone that needs it.

:clap:

Seriously guys, I need to install the stuff in my sig:

1) TME's
2) SSK
3) RSMs
4) Maybe a guibo...

Oh yeah, and I bought some H&R Sport Springs tonight. Anyone think it's a DIY? If so, come help!

Anyone done these that will be coming? I'll bring the beer & brats :) And not that shitty stuff I brought last time as a novelty... Milwalkee Special Reserve. ich. "special" my ass.

i'll probably be there, i need to change my valve cover but I don't see that happening at marco's house :D but i can help someone if they need it (better yet i'll bring my brother, who probably knows alot more about hands on e36 stuff than I do)

It depends on if the new racecar is ready for testing. If not, I will be in town and will probably stop by for a while. Haven't been to Marco's pad in quite a while....

Originally posted by BimmerDawg
Oh yeah...my stuff...

1) JTD Underpanel
2) ERT Crank Pulley

Standard set of wrenches...'bout it (Man, I need some tools...).

Make sure you have a 32mm(or 1 1/4" same thing) open wrench for the fan, and a 6mm(I think) long allen wrench to loosen the tensioner.

A torque wrench is a must have for the crank pulley too, I wouldn't want to have grossly differing torques on the 6 bolts that hold it on.

Oh yea, enjoy the power. Crank pulleys rock your world.


As for the H&R Sports, don't install them until you have a set of aftermarket shocks. I strongly recommend Koni SA's.

maybe ill bring the v12 out for ya all to drool on!

I will be there to help out. I will have everything done to my car before then..

I will be there to consume beer! :buttrock
(Since I can't afford any mods)

And prolly get stuck with the BBQing!

Originally posted by Def
As for the H&R Sports, don't install them until you have a set of aftermarket shocks. I strongly recommend Koni SA's.

Read sig. I already have Bilsteins on H&R OE Sports.

I also recomend Koni SA's but the budget doesn't allow that at this time. In the meantime, this will partially solve my wheel gap problem. :)

Originally posted by rwindleyme02
And not that shitty stuff I brought last time as a novelty... Milwalkee Special Reserve. ich. "special" my ass.

I think there is still a 12 pack left from the last installfest :)

Originally posted by Biped
I think there is still a 12 pack left from the last installfest :)

That's sad. Please someone, throw it out!

Oh yeah, and it atracts bees!

Originally posted by Want2race
maybe ill bring the v12 out for ya all to drool on!

I predict dire consequences and confiscation of said v12 if you don't. ;)

I should make it, nothing planned for Sunday as of this morning...

I have an underpanel and brake pads to install, nothing too bad.

I can/will bring:

hydraulic jack
ramps
2 jackstands
tools (elec. driver, english/metric sockets, pliers, allen wrenches, etc)
32mm open-ended wrench for the crank pulley install

and most important: food and beverages.

Carter

I have nothing to install, but I will attend to lend a hand (or Nancy's :D). I'll bring assorted tools, stands, etc.

I am going to try and make it. I would like to install springs on my M3 (e46), but I only have a very basic set of sockets and wrenches. Last time I did suspension I had access to a full garage and air tools. That was nice :D

Anyway, besides a spring compressor what else would I need? I have never done this swap on a BMW so I am not quit sure what to expect. It looks straight forward though.

TIA

Not only do I have nothing to install, I have work as well :(

like everyone is saying, i would not install springs w/o upgrading your struts also. save time and money by doing both at the same time.

Originally posted by quest330ci
I am going to try and make it. I would like to install springs on my M3 (e46), but I only have a very basic set of sockets and wrenches. Last time I did suspension I had access to a full garage and air tools. That was nice :D

Anyway, besides a spring compressor what else would I need? I have never done this swap on a BMW so I am not quit sure what to expect. It looks straight forward though.

TIA

That makes sense, but since I just bought the car, bought other mods, and wheels are coming soon, I really don't have another $500 to blow on nice springs/struts. Also, with it being DYI or DIWH (do it with help : ) ) It only saves time not install money. All the other spring jobs I have done have only taken about 2 hours with 2 people so not too bad. From others I have talked to the ride should be fine, but I will need the shocks and struts in about 10k miles. Gives me plenty of time to justify spending more money :astromile Also, I confirmed Konis will still work if I put the stock springs back on to sell the car. Anyway, I do agree with you, but it is either struts or wheels now and I would rather have the wheels :buttrock

Assuming the mail comes on time, I will be there to install power steering pump and water pump pulleys. Do I need any special tools to do this? I have an extensive set of sockets, ratchets and wrenches that I will bring with me. I can bring other tools if anyone needs them. My brother has a workshop out back with all sorts of tools in it.

I’ll also be installing Jim Conforti’s performance software. I don’t think I will need any help with that, but someone can hold my hand and sing while I do it.

I think you need a battery charger with the software .

web150, please remember that marco does not allow anything dealing w/ fluids...power steering and water pump i would assume would not be allowed as they deal w/ removing fluids first.

sory, i misread your post, u meant the pulleys for both, my bad.

anybody have anything EXTRA i could install on my car?:dunno

I have an extra set of these tail lights we can throw on
http://www.ca-automotive.co.uk/images/20031219-e46-3d-taillights1.jpg :icon23: :rofl2: :rofl2: :rofl2:

holy rice mobile:bigun2:

blech...that is so wrong...

Originally posted by quest330ci
I think you need a battery charger with the software .

Why do I need a battery charger for installing the software?

I just got an email telling me that the Rogue Engineering Power Pulleys are on backorder. Guess I will have to wait to install those on my own.

to ensure you battery doesnt die in the middle of the install

Originally posted by VANCE
to ensure you battery doesnt die in the middle of the install

Am I so assume by this response that it takes hours to do a flash update of the software?

no only about 20mins ...but the last thing you want to happen is the software to get half installed

Originally posted by VANCE
no only about 20mins ...but the last thing you want to happen is the software to get half installed

Right car dies in middle of install = big trouble

I just talked to the people Bonneville Motorwerks and they told me that I do need to use a charger to ensure that the voltage does not fluctuate. If it fluctuates, the software can become corrupted and win my computer a trip to California for reprogramming. Thanks for the heads-up everyone.

Unfortunately, delivery is not scheduled until Monday afternoon! I guess I will just be installing beer into my belly.

Originally posted by WEB150
I guess I will just be installing beer into my belly.

That sounds like a mod everyone should perform.

I'll be there.

I've got some stuff to install and I've got some tools. Most importantly, I've got the fan pulley holder tool.

You got it?

Borrowed one from a buddy at work.

Hey Ace, I got the Mott's...

Dang it.. I got nothing to install until I get some stuff painted! Well, except maybe my DDE Gen V's if they get here in time.. But I don't think I can make it, gotta work this weekend. From home thankfully, but F***ing work nonetheless..

Mod on guys, take photos!

:lol: take pics of the crank pulley install

:confused:

I WILL BE THERE SO SOMEONE CAN WASH AND DETAIL MY CAR!!

No fluids. Sorry. That includes water.

No wash for you!

Originally posted by Ron17
No fluids. Sorry. That includes water.

No wash for you!


OHHH SNAP!

Originally posted by Ron17
No fluids. Sorry. That includes water.

No wash for you!

Funny.

DAMN! I have to work this Sunday. Im never going to be able to come to any of the get togethers. I didnt have any mods or experience to help but i wanted to meet to some of yall and learn some stuff. I also cant come to the auto show because some of my buddies want to go play paint ball. I guess i will never get to meet any of you guys.

Originally posted by tfab
DAMN! I have to work this Sunday. Im never going to be able to come to any of the get togethers. I didnt have any mods or experience to help but i wanted to meet to some of yall and learn some stuff. I also cant come to the auto show because some of my buddies want to go play paint ball. I guess i will never get to meet any of you guys.

Dinner March 8th!

Mountain drive March 21st! :wave:

Nice... my stuff is gonna be delivered on Friday -- in time for the Installfest.

Just make sure none of that purple drips onto my car...

Yeah... wouldn't want your car to actually be somewhat fast or anything...

I'll simply defer my response to Kyle's quote...

Which is a direct quote from me, in an act of sarcastic self-deprication for the sake of humor. If you can't laugh at yourself, then you take yourself too seriously. :)

But then why aren't Geordie's and Mark's M3's purple?

What about Shaun and Kevin?

Are they not fast because they are not purple?

:dunno

They could be faster.. Now if they where white.. ;)

Once you go Black...

Actually, Aaron went Black, then went Purple. :dunno

u guys and ur color wars...why can't we all just get along!!!

Everyone knows nothing can beat a primer colored car;)

Originally posted by bcart1991
But then why aren't Geordie's and Mark's M3's purple?

What about Shaun and Kevin?

Are they not fast because they are not purple?

:dunno

Geordie's M3 isn't fast yet. ;)

Anyways, NOT being purple doesn't mean you can't be fast, but being purple DOES guarantee fastness. :)

Fast = Amir's M3
Fast = Nick's 330
Fast = Mark, Kev, and Shaun's M3

Fast != purple civic


hmmm, I am fiesty today ahahaha

let's see the time slip... :12:

Originally posted by Ron17
Geordie's M3 isn't fast yet. ;)

Anyways, NOT being purple doesn't mean you can't be fast, but being purple DOES guarantee fastness. :)

Originally posted by Ron17
Anyways, NOT being purple doesn't mean you can't be fast, but being purple DOES guarantee fastness. :)

Given: All M3's are fast, all purple cars are fast, and some purple cars are M3's. What does this tell us?

A. All M3's are purple
B. All purple cars are M3's
C. Some M3's are purple
D. Some purple cars are M3's
E. None of these

:dunno

Originally posted by bcart1991
Given: All M3's are fast, all purple cars are fast, and some purple cars are M3's. What does this tell us?

A. All M3's are purple
B. All purple cars are M3's
C. Some M3's are purple
D. Some purple cars are M3's
E. None of these

:dunno

All of the above tell us that you guys have way to much time on your hands.:)

Is there going to be anyone there that is good at wiring car stereo's? I don't have a constant power supply and only one speaker works.

Ryan W,

Per your sig:

Originally posted by rwindleyme02
Waiting to be installed: UUC TMEs | Understeer SSK | GC RSMs | H&R Sport Springs | Fan Delete


:95

How can you install a delete?

hehe

Hey guys,

I'm planning on going to the Install Fest this sunday. This will be my first event. I was wondering if any of you guys know how to install bmw aftermarket alarms like a clifford? Is it difficult? Would you recommend me installing myself or through a shop?

I'm sure someone can help figure it out, but make sure you have the wiring diagram form your car.

Originally posted by coocoohead
Hey guys,

I'm planning on going to the Install Fest this sunday. This will be my first event. I was wondering if any of you guys know how to install bmw aftermarket alarms like a clifford? Is it difficult? Would you recommend me installing myself or through a shop?

Which is it? I just got the wiring guide for my Intelliguard 7000 to fix my door lock issue. IMO, if you have this guide you could probably wire it yourself assuming you knew what you were doing and did it right.

Whoever did the install on my car was on crack. It's just a mess of wires...:mad:

So, does anyone know if it would be possible to install my springs? They are coming in tomorrow.

Find the proper spring press. Try auto parts stores. They loan/rent them.

You gotta have the right tool for the job, Beavis.

I'll try to remember to bring my Dremel tool too. Just in case we need it.

What's this about internal vs. external spring compressors? :95

I read somewhere that we need external compressors.

Can you find a documented source on which spring compressor I need?

C'mon, you've got time! :)

OK

I'll see what I can find.

Thanks man! I'm off to see what's up with my tire...

Ask, and you shall receive. Seek, and ye shall find. Knock, and it shall be opened to you.

http://www.bmwhow2.com/techarticles/suspensionupgrade_files/E36suspensionupgrade.html

Ryan, print that out before Sunday and find some external spring compressors. I read on another search result that they can be had pretty cheaply.

You're welcome. ;)

Carter

Annoy and ye shall Carter... ;)

Originally posted by tfab
DAMN! I have to work this Sunday. Im never going to be able to come to any of the get togethers. I didnt have any mods or experience to help but i wanted to meet to some of yall and learn some stuff. I also cant come to the auto show because some of my buddies want to go play paint ball. I guess i will never get to meet any of you guys.

Hey man. I have been lookign for some people to play paintball with up this way. Where to you guys play. Opps --- OT. Hit me up with a PM.

Ryan,
I have some spring compressors like the ones in the link, I'll bring them but see if anyone else has a set becaue I won't be there the whole time. Besides 2 set will cut the time in half.

Do we have a list of tools that need to be brought? Maybe I can help out with that. I'm going to try to make it this weekend.

Brian

I'm bringing:

English/metric sockets
hydraulic jack
2 jack stands
1 pair of ramps
Dremel tool
32mm wrench
several sets of pliers
electric driver/drill
standard drivers/bits

That's all I think. :)

Carter

I'll bring some jack stands and other misc tools I can find that might be useful.

I'm bringing:

Tools

I have a tool.

I do not have anything to install (I just installed my custom garage door button last weekend)...but I may drop by and see all the pretty cars/lend a hand if anyone needs it.

jason

Originally posted by BimmerDawg
I have a tool.

:help

Originally posted by Leif E. Bronn
Ryan,
I have some spring compressors like the ones in the link, I'll bring them but see if anyone else has a set becaue I won't be there the whole time. Besides 2 set will cut the time in half.

I've decided to hold off on installing the springs until I get enough cash to redo the entire supension LCA & B RTA & B and Konis. Thanks though.

good decision!

Originally posted by rwindleyme02
I've decided to hold off on installing the springs until I get enough cash to redo the entire supension LCA & B RTA & B and Konis. Thanks though.

Maybe I'll bring my clutch arm bushing to install. Should be pretty simple.

Any welding capabilities gonna be there? I would be surprised but would love to weld on some rear sway reinforcement brackets so I can install UUC sway barbarians.


Is anybody interested in buying a set of 4 stock double-spoke II's (style 22)? The tires don't have much tread left (one of the fronts is to the chords) and the rims have some curb rash. Might be a good fixer-upper for somebody. Let me know if interested and I can send pics and/or bring them out tomorrow.

If anybody needs me to bring any of the following, let me know:

Rhino ramps
jack stands (4)
jack pads
torque wrenches
air compressor (sorry, no hoses or attachments)

Originally posted by BimmerDawg
I have a tool.


i've BEEN TOLD thats its too small for most jobs though




:D

Not by Anna. ;)

Originally posted by Hornswoggler
Maybe I'll bring my clutch arm bushing to install. Should be pretty simple.

Any welding capabilities gonna be there? I would be surprised but would love to weld on some rear sway reinforcement brackets so I can install UUC sway barbarians.


Is anybody interested in buying a set of 4 stock double-spoke II's (style 22)? The tires don't have much tread left (one of the fronts is to the chords) and the rims have some curb rash. Might be a good fixer-upper for somebody. Let me know if interested and I can send pics and/or bring them out tomorrow.

what ga metal ? i have a 2 welders, 1 is waaay too big to bring.. the other is 110v but only does up to 16ga

This is what I have that needs welded:

E36 Rear Swaybar Reinforcement Kit (http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=RE2278)

If you think it would be fairly easy or not too hard, that would be a big help!

If its too much, no biggie. I might ask around with some local muffler shops.

I'm having trouble finding this place on mappoint.

Does anybody know the exact address, including zip code? Thanks

Directions:

75 North Bound

exit off 267a (Canton Rd North), follow the exit ramp, go through 1st light, (Sandy Plain Rd), continue North bound, about 3/4 miles will be a Race Track Gas Station on your left. There will be a light right after Race Track. Go through the light, about 200 yards, take the first Left onto Westerly Lane, then Right onto Fraser Rd, about 200 yards, Left on Bounty, and Left on Woodridge Rd. House is on the left # 2306. 2 stories brick front.

75 South Bound

Exit off Barrett Pkwy exit (269). Take a left onto Barrett Pkwy. Go past 575 & continue on Barrett Pkwy. Go pass Bells Ferry Rd. (Barrett Pkwy will turns into E.Piedmont Rd) Take a right onto Canton Rd. (Eckerd Drug store on your right). Continue South on Canton Rd. Take a right onto Westerly Ln, (if you pass Race Track Gas Station) turn around. Then Right on Fraser Rd, Left onto Bounty. Left onto Woodridge Dr. House on left #2306 2 stories brick Front.

#404-423-6460 call if lost.
Marco

Thanks, I saw that already.

I am new to the area and not familiar with 75 or the best way to get there from Jefferson, GA. sorry

I'll just call marco, thanks.

Thats ok, didn't know you were new to the area.

Wow, you've got a long drive. Just head down 85 to 285 west. Take 75 north and use the first option.

There really is no other good way. You could take 20 across, but it'll take you twice as long with traffic and lights.

It was nice meeting everybody! What a nice day for such an event!

Looking forward to future meets. Maybe next time we can have a Car Wash-fest! I would be willing to conduct some demonstrations on washing, drying, clay bar, buffing, synthetic glazing, etc. Or we could have oil change fest, that would be a mess! another theme could be RTAB installfest or find a similar item we all need installed (like today was pullies and underpanels) :D

yeah, it was a nice day.

Let me know when you are ready to get that stuff done. I am in Buford, so not that far from you as it turns out. LONG drive from Marco's back over here, sheesh.......

Leif, I'll be more than happy to work on your CD player/speakers this week. I quit my part time job at the mall so I'm free Mon & Wed. Give me a call anytime tomorrow if you're interested. Also I ordered my springs from Micah Thursday. H&R Sports. I heard that H&R was not consistant about their lowering figures on their springs. Some sports are low and some are higher than factory.. dono we'll see.

This week isn't the best but maybe this weekend we can meet up. I'll call you tomorrow anyway.

Some pictures from the meet! It was good to see and meet everyone!

2

3

4

5

The crew... :clap:

Yes, what a day. Great weather. It was good to see everyone again and meet some new locals (and not-so-local in Neil's case:)).

Thanks to Marco for providing the space and grill!

BTW< Ryan, did you get your tranny mounts finished before you ran out of daylight?

Carter

Heck.. Did he ever get the clutch done? Sorry I had to jet.. The wifey was calling and sounding a little peeved..

Looks like it was a great time, sorry I missed it. Kelly and I were sucessful with the installation of the Ground Control kit on his M3 though. By the time we wrapped it up food was the only thing on our mind so we'll have to catch up next time.

i like this idea. i need to have a few scratches removed and would love to know how that is done. anyone know how to wet sand?

Originally posted by Hornswoggler
Looking forward to future meets. Maybe next time we can have a Car Wash-fest! I would be willing to conduct some demonstrations on washing, drying, clay bar, buffing, synthetic glazing, etc.

Originally posted by bcart1991
BTW< Ryan, did you get your tranny mounts finished before you ran out of daylight?

Carter

He's out of town for the next two days, but yes... we did get his tranny mounts finished. Finally got that top nut to break loose.

After that, it's a *relatively* painless install.

He said he has a good deal more NVH, so we may have to loosen things back up and re-torque. :dunno

Did the blinged out honda come to the installfest?

Dean.. Yes it did.. It had more internal stuff done. Other than the wheels It was not that bad.

Ron.. The NVH might go away after a while.

I might not want to tackle any major scratches... but I do have a meguires video with professional detailing techniques, they cover wet sanding and high powered buffing.

I just have a small Porter-cable random orbital buffer. its pretty safe just not very aggressive.

Be VERY careful wetsanding and hi-speeding clearcoat. Improper technique will ruin the paint on a car. I would not recommend doing a wetsand and leaving a high-speed to a professional. But that is my opinion ;)

ACK! I need to wash/wax my car....sheesh. I knew it was dirty, but damn!

At least it's not as bad as Aaron's. You could almost see the purple showing through the grime yesterday.

;)

LOL........you get no slack in this group...............

NO slack, whatsoever... :az:

I swear that EVERY person at the meet yesterday, including Neil (who came in from out-of-town), came up to me at least once throughout the day and told me my car was dirty and I needed to wash it.

So... maybe you should wash it.

I know that I should.

The weather the past two weeks has not been conducive to washing a car (until this weekend). Plus, I don't know when I'll have time to do it or the place to do it.

Maybe I'll go out to Athens this week and we'll use the carwash bay at the dealership.

I need to clay/wax my car, as well. :wave:

I am down for a detail fest!!! I got a Zymol kit for my bday with all the goodies in it, plus I have some excellent show/glaze wax

Originally posted by Sparc_it
I am down for a detail fest!!! I got a Zymol kit for my bday with all the goodies in it, plus I have some excellent show/glaze wax

if its the blue zymol wax in a big bottle (IE the runny stuff) then its not worth spending your time to put it on. I use Zaino and its amazing, try going for a synthetic wax. Autogeek.com provides us with a 10% discount and you can get the s100 (I believe) wax which is the same as the P21s except for motorcycles. Should last for a few good months instead of only a few weeks which non synthetic waxes tend to do. We should have a detail fest though, I know kyle is good with detailing too.

That sounds awesome. I'm definately in. I would like to try out the Zaino product too. I know there is multiple steps to it. So it's great doign it w/ ppl that know what's going on.

I'm so down for a detail fest. Parking my car on the street has gotten it ruled time and again and its only been here for 2 months. :(

Last time it snowed people thought it would be sweet to scrape the snow off my roof and they scratched it to hell... and the dealer swirled it up.... so I'd be willing to do a Porter Cable/swirl removal demo on my car. :D

Originally posted by Ron17

Maybe I'll go out to Athens this week and we'll use the carwash bay at the dealership.



I want to use the carwash bay at the dealership. :(

Originally posted by Kyle K.
I want to use the carwash bay at the dealership. :(

Come to Athens with Aaron, then! :D

I'm on my way.

Oh, and please have a 545i/6 and a SMG M3 waiting for testing upon my arrival. :D

my neighborhood has 2 car wash bays... they are decent however they need to presure wash the ground cause its getting a bit nasty in there. i'll still use it though.

Originally posted by Ali
if its the blue zymol wax in a big bottle (IE the runny stuff) then its not worth spending your time to put it on. I use Zaino and its amazing, try going for a synthetic wax. Autogeek.com provides us with a 10% discount and you can get the s100 (I believe) wax which is the same as the P21s except for motorcycles. Should last for a few good months instead of only a few weeks which non synthetic waxes tend to do. We should have a detail fest though, I know kyle is good with detailing too.

Thanks Ali, I'll take it from here. ;)

Yeah, the liquid Zymol is a cleaner wax, and is basically Turtle Wax with some different perfumes and coloring in it.... basically, its worthless. Synthetics are definately a good choice if you want something that'll last a long time, I've personally only used Klasse which is a 2 step system (All in One and Sealant Glaze). It leaves a good shine and will very easily last 6 months between applications.

S100/P21S (the same thing as Ali stated) aren't synthetics, but its pretty much the best carnuba available, especially for the price (the only thins that really compete cost between 2 and 4 times as much :az: ) It'll last about 2 months which is actually a long time for carnuba (Meguiar's Gold Class will last about half that long for comparison). It goes on easy as hell, removes easier, and doesn't mark up plastic trim at all.

Anyway, I don't want to hijack this thread anymore...check out the Show and Shine form and feel free to PM if anybody wants more random detailing info.

;)

Kyle K. makes some pretty good points.

Last winter I followed the detailing guide put together by "David" in the detailing forum. It was awesome!!! time consuming for sure but the results were amazing. After driving 94k+ miles my car sure was in need of a deep down cleaning. Just washing and waxing can only get your car so clean. All the sap, tar, tire chunks (following too closely at the track), bugs, dirt, whatever comes off pretty nice with clay bar.

For your really serious swirls, the PC buffer might be a bit mild. It will help, and I hear if you perform enough applications you can get down far enough in the clearcoat, but it might take a while. the major steps are still out of my league, but then again, if its somebody else's car I might be more brave. hmm, i might have some sandpaper in my tool box... :D

seriously tho, if you guys are interested maybe the first weekend in april or last weekend in march I can host something like this. It would be impossible to detail everybody's car top-to-bottom but would be a good learning experience.

BTW,
I use the Klasse All-In-One and Sealant Glaze as well. its been absolutely awesome, looks better than any previous carnuba wax application.

The most amazing part of the process (IMO) will be the clay bar. If you guys haven't used one yet, you are in for a treat! It takes some work but well worth it.

Originally posted by Ron17
He's out of town for the next two days, but yes... we did get his tranny mounts finished. Finally got that top nut to break loose.

After that, it's a *relatively* painless install.

He said he has a good deal more NVH, so we may have to loosen things back up and re-torque. :dunno

That's interesting Aaron because when we did my TM's last year everything went smoothly and I have had 0 problems with them since the install. I even had the torque checked last month and the bolts were still tight as could be after a year of driving.


I would definitely be down for a detail fest. Traveling between Texas and GA 4 times a year can definitely take its toll on paint.

I need to clay my hood, roof, and trunk. Care to help sometime? I've never done it before and haven't really had time recently.

hmm, I thought I had read that zaino was synthetic :95 my applications last for a good 4 months or so, but my cars not my daily driver and its either in a garage or in a parking deck so I guess it might last longer than usual cars...

I think zaino is synthetic. So is Klasse SG

sure, as long as you'll take me for a ride in your S/C M! You could be the demo car :-)

Originally posted by Hornswoggler
I think zaino is synthetic. So is Klasse SG

sure, as long as you'll take me for a ride in your S/C M! You could be the demo car :-)

its my brother's car, but i'm sure he'll give you a ride. He's pushing more boost now and making a good 360 rwhp :D makes me want to cheat with boost

Originally posted by Ali
I need to clay my hood, roof, and trunk. Care to help sometime? I've never done it before and haven't really had time recently.


I did it on my old car.. Hands down the best thing the paint ever saw! Def add it to your list of things to do

The show wax I have is Griot's Best of Show Wax

Look at this ridiculous To-Do List I've got going:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=63

I'm gonna need some motivation...

Originally posted by Ron17
Look at this ridiculous To-Do List I've got going:

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=63

I'm gonna need some motivation...

Ouch. That's quite a list. I could stand to do a few of those myself.

I say we plan for another installfest in April or May.

i use the p21s kit and im extremely happy with the results!

Hey Geordie...how is that new pully working for you! I was hoping to hear some comments on its performance!

jason

Hey Geordie...how is that pully working out for you? I was hoping to hear about it!

jason

Hey Geordie...how is that pully working out for you? I was hoping to hear about it!

jason

Hey Geordie...how is that pully working out for you? I was hoping to hear about it!

jason

Hey Geordie...how is that pully working out for you? I was hoping to hear about it!
i just got one from here...bf.c gb (http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=179910)
was it a pain in the ass to install?..any noticable gains?

Originally posted by VANCE
was it a pain in the ass to install?..any noticable gains?

Somewhat. Yes.

Originally posted by tabasco
Hey Geordie...how is that pully working out for you? I was hoping to hear about it!

jason

Yeah, working out well. Noticeable gains above 4k rpms. Kinda makes a weird noise, though. I'm told it's normal, so I'm not worried.

I swear the new underpanel is giving me 7-10 hp at the wheels.:rofl:

I think I'm starting to be able to discern a difference in my low-end torque. Definitely feels quicker down low. Up top, it's harder to tell for me... but I think there's extra power there.

Wooo more mods on the way shortly!!!

I was talkin to a guy yesterday with a 740iL and we were talkin about software for cars since mine has the Dinan. This comes to that and I say that I am an IT consultant and he tells me he needs some people for a project (wireless network integration company) and he would give me my full fee so I can mod my car more :)

If you wanna run with the big dogs, get yourself a S/C...

If I wanna run with the big dogs I'll go see Geordie and trade my car in for an E46 M3...

A S/C 330 (per AA's website) should have approximately 6 more hp and 8 more ft-lbs.

Originally posted by bcart1991
BTW< Ryan, did you get your tranny mounts finished before you ran out of daylight?

Carter

Yep, we got them done but I have a ton of NVH. Aaron and I are going to re-torque and see if that helps.

Originally posted by zeit00
Heck.. Did he ever get the clutch done? Sorry I had to jet.. The wifey was calling and sounding a little peeved..

Yeah, a huge thank you to Todd for helping out with the Clutch Arm Bushings! I honestly could not have finished in time w/o his help. And yep Karl, it got finished along with the TMEs. I did suffer a casualty - What BMW calls a locking pin 35 31 1 158 661 - It broke. Currently held in place with super glue and seems to be fine. I've got another one on order though.

Thanks again Todd!

Originally posted by Hornswoggler
seriously tho, if you guys are interested maybe the first weekend in april or last weekend in march I can host something like this. It would be impossible to detail everybody's car top-to-bottom but would be a good learning experience.

Yeah, we talked about this and I think it'd be a great idea. I've got some touch-ups to make but after that, I'd be down!

Well, I'm back in town and as you can seee, have responded to some threads. Here's the rest of the story...

While I got some stuff done, Installed Aaron's MF, did clutch arm bushings and TME's, I didn't get to do what I really wanted to do - my new SSK. I thought there was going to be more than 4 jack stands... oh well. BTW Micah, I checked and the selector rod I got is a "Modified" (bent) selector rod. This helps with the Effort reduction but I'm going to weight it myself to further reduce the effort.

To all that are looking to do the clutch arm bushings... I was looking for it to get rid of the squeak - didn't happen. They may be great for getting rid of side to side play but even with grease, didn't help the squeak.

I also didn't get to do my RSMs but that should be straight forward. Karl, no problem, If I haven't done them before the next installfest, I'll get you to help me out. ;)

The engine compartment is getting a refresher. If any of you looked at it, it needs some work. The PO didn't take good care of the engine compartment and it needs some painting and new plastic. Next meet, it should be sparkling.

Got some new, wider tires for the rear wheels. Some of you may have noticed my two wheel effect (Racing Dynamics w/ Motorsports :biglaughb ) Anyway, that'll be remedied as well.

Colin and Todd, you guy's paint looks awesome! I send a detail-fest!

Anyway, that's all I've got. Thanks again for the help. It was a fun time. :clap:

Karl, no problem, If I haven't done them before the next installfest, I'll get you to help me out.

Not a problem.. Just let me know when...