Retrofit Idrive BMW F20 - Coding

July 10, 2014, 1:45 am

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Hi gents,

I need some assistance with the coding for a I drive retrofit in a F20 ! series. Is there anyone in Joburg who can do this? Tried to ask the stealers but they aren't even willing to comment on whether it can be done. Soooo frustrating.

Your assistance on this one will be greatly appreciated.

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Datsun Restoration Project

July 10, 2014, 1:58 am

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So last night, I went over to my cousin’s place for a braai and to watch the game.

My uncle (his dad) was up from Durban and we all got chatting about the Datsun AKA: The White Knight, parked outside collecting dust.

He has tried to find someone to help restore the car over the years, but never found that “right person” to do the work.

Just some history on the car:

It’s been in the family for over 35 years and has done over 1 million kilometers (yes that’s correct).

The car is on it second shell at the moment and the years have not been kind (rust). But about 5 or 6 years back he bought himself a much better condition Datsun in terms of the body and interior from someone in the Vaal, but the engine does not run.

The idea is for the second car he purchased to be the donor to the White Knight (for sentimental reasons)

This restore project to him is total sentimental and only the best will do.

This car has a lot of memories. It’s been one of the families first cars, taken them everywhere in the days when they did not have much and his parents tried to make ends meet. It’s taken them on holidays. It was his first car when he got his license (and before that) and was the car that brought him up to Joburg when he came in search for a Job.

But more so he has a lot of memories of him and his best friend cruising around and enjoying life. His best friend passed away suddenly three years ago still in his mid 30’s.

If anyone knows or would be interested in this restoration project, please PM me and I will pass your details onto him.

SuperSprint F30 335i

July 10, 2014, 2:36 am

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not sure if its been posted already .. but saw this video while browsing the net ..

http://www.autoevolution.com/news/bmw-f3...78654.html

love the sound when the rev drops down

Cyclist Flips Over Car In Head On Crash

July 10, 2014, 2:42 am

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Cyclist Flips Over Car In Head On Crash
JULY 10, 2014 09:00 STACKY
http://www.mycitybynight.co.za/cyclist-f...-on-crash/



Now this is one lucky guy!

34 year old Patrick Knetemann ended up flipping right over the vehicle as he flew from his bike on impact.

He had this to say:

He came out of nowhere. The impact was so quick I had no time to stop. I hit the windscreen with my shoulder and it shattered straight away – that shows how fast and hard he hit me.

Next Veyron could be a 1120kW hybrid

July 10, 2014, 4:53 am

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Next Veyron could be a 1120kW hybrid
July 10 2014 at 01:14pm
By Andreas Cremer

http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-n...75-UJSSwhU



Berlin - Bugatti is considering a model that some might feel contradicts the ethos of the hugely extravagant brand: a hybrid.

The VW-owned French marque has developed the blueprint for a 2015 replacement for the Veyron, which might sell out this year, two knowledgeable sources at VW said.

Regardless of whether or not it has electric assistance, the hyper-car is still set to utilise a 16-cylinder engine, and the rumoured power output is around 1120kW, significantly up on today's 882kW Veyron Super Sport. Perhaps the electric motor will provide most of that extra urge?

Bugatti's new chief executive Wolfgang Duerheimer, a former R&D boss at Audi and Porsche who returned to the French brand in June, favours a hybrid version of the brand's next model, the sources said on condition they not be identified.

MORE SPEED WITH LESS FUEL

Ultra-luxury nameplates such as Ferrari, McLaren and Porsche are embracing petrol-electric powertrains after being on the cutting edge for years in upgrading chassis and engine electronics while striving to trim CO2 emissions.

Hybrid systems used in McLaren's P1 model and Porsche's 918 Spyder work to boost performance and fuel economy.

"Moving to hybrid propulsion seems like a logical next step" for supercar-makers, said Stefan Bratzel, head of the Centre of Automotive Management near Cologne. "By curbing emissions and boosting performance, they can justify building more of these cars."

The new Bugatti will beat the 431km/h top speed of the current Veyron Super Sport, which lost the title of the world's fastest production car in February to the Hennessey Venom GT, sources said.

"The new model will not be less exciting than the Veyron," a spokeswoman for Bugatti said, without being more specific. "Our customers have certain expectations."

Help! INPA K+CAN K+DCAN vs PA Soft 1.4.0

July 10, 2014, 5:04 am

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Can anyone tell me if the INPA system is more effective than the PA Soft system at reading codes and updating DME software?

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And maybe someone who sells INPA cable and software. Thanks

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Or maybe advise to the following:

If I already have a cable (PA soft one) which has the 16 pin and 20 pin extension with usb to connect to the computer, can I simply just download the INPA software?

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Sorry , just realised the PA Soft wont work

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You guys take too long to answer...So I just went ahead and bought one

Gummi Pflege (or equivalent)

July 10, 2014, 5:16 am

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Hi all,

Anyone know where to get some Gummi Pflege or a local equivalent, to lubricate/clean the door/window rubbers of various cars?

Or, does anyone have some that they're willing to barter?

We've tried Q20, WD40 etc and to no avail. They still squeak.

JB4 or ACS ?

July 10, 2014, 7:29 am

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Hi Guys

Which one of the two should I get ? plan on doing a DP only and M Perf zhorst soon.

Not really to worried about MP but ACS will be a safe bet

Was just wondering how the ACS piggyback would react to a down pipe ?

Any one dyno'd a ACS M135i ?

Thanks

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E39 V8- Dyno Tuning and 3 Stage Conversion

July 10, 2014, 8:07 am

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Can anybody offer the best advice on CHiptuning / Stage 1-3 ENgine Overhaul (Pistons, Porting, Block SHiming, Sleaving, Valve Extension / Customisation, Induction System on a V8 E39

E87 120i aircon pump

July 10, 2014, 11:51 am

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My 2005 120i aircon pump broke and my vbelt is messed does anybody know where I can get it sorted out bmw qouted R10600 without labour or regas and bosch qouted R10800 with labour.

South African-filmed Coke Advert making Splash in Europe

July 10, 2014, 12:43 pm

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South African-filmed Coke Advert making Splash in Europe
July 10, 2014 By SAPeople

http://www.sapeople.com/2014/07/10/coca-...urope-785/

Coca-Cola have relaunched their hugely successful ‘Share a Coke’ campaign in Europe this summer with a fantastic video that was filmed in South Africa.



The ‘Share a Coke with Bobby’ advert was filmed on the streets (and a roof or two) of Johannesburg, and is currently playing in some European cinemas…to the delight of any expat who happens to be in the audience. TV ads will be launched in the UK on 17 July.

The ad, which was aired during South Africa’s summer, features a dog called Bobby trying to find a can of coke with his name on. He can find Sipho and Peter and Paul…but no Bobby. And all the while, the UK band Ting Tings can be heard singing “That’s Not My Name” (fantastic choice of soundtrack!).

Bobby is actually not South African. And his real name is Jules. Jules hails from a shelter in Los Angeles and is a border collie cross pit bull mix who “performs better than any human”, according to creative director James Cloete. (See Behind the Scenes below.)

Instead of starring actors in the commercial, it features local South African urban youth – including I See a Different You, Boyzbuks, Vintage Crew, The Sartists (Kabelo Kungwane and Wanda LePhoto) and Soweto Skate Society, as well as other South African ‘it’ kids.

Coke will launch the campaign in the UK with over 1,000 names on its products, including some that are “more personal than ever” like ‘Mum’, ‘Dad’, ‘Mate’ and ‘Friends’.

The video was filmed by Draftfcb and Velocity Films. The inspiration behind Bobby’s search in the video comes from the feedback that Coke received from people around the world who had so much fun hunting to find their name.

Weekend Special!!!!

July 10, 2014, 12:59 pm

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Hey guy

Following few items will be on special from tomorrow (11 July) to Sunday (13 July)

E90 Carbon Boot Spoiler - R2000.00. (7 available)
E90 Mirror covers - R1800.00. (6 available)
E90 Splitters - R2600.00. (5 available)
E90 Performance Boot -R2500.00 (1 left)

E92 Splitters - R2700.00
E92 335 Diffusor. -R4250.00

E92 M3 Splitters. - R2750.00. (5 available)
E92 M3 Vorsteiner Diffusor. - R4600.00. (3 available)
E92 M3 Boot spoiler. -R2300.00. (4 available)

F30 full front lip bumper fit. - R5000.00. (4 available)
F30 Rear Diffusor (single). - R4500.00. (3 available)
F30 Boot Spoiler. - R2800.00. (5 available)
F30 Splitters. - R2800.00. (6 available)

E82 Hartge Front Lips. -R4550.00. (3 available)
E82 Rear Diffusor. -R4550.00. (3 available)
E82 performance boot spoiler R2700.00. (2 available)

All pictures of above products are available under our advertising section.
All products full carbon fibre.
Direct fit with no modifications needed.


We courier anywhere in SA.

PM or email @ info@prominetix.co.za
Whatsapp 082-222-4061

E92 335 rear Diffusor

July 10, 2014, 1:09 pm

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E92 335 rear Diffusor

E36 Passenger seat occupancy pad

July 10, 2014, 1:54 pm

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Hi guys,

The passenger seat occupancy pad in my E36 needs to be replaced.

I have two options:

1. Buy a new one at about R2500, or
2. Bypass the sensor.

Option 2 would be much cheaper and dont mind the airbag deploying (in the event of a collision) even if the seat is unoccupied.

Does anyone know of someone in the east rand area that can bypass the sensor for me.

Thanks in advance.

Am I being paranoid?

July 11, 2014, 12:18 am

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The recent woes I had with my 335i is documented on this site (gearbox, diff, injectors, plugs and most recently inlet camshaft replaced).

I got my car back last week Thursday after the camshaft replacement and I am not sure if the car did this before. When I apply the brakes in order to come to a dead stop, the revs will decrease but shoot up slightly, then decrease and shoot up. It does this a couple of times before dropping to idle revs.

It is as if the throttle is being blipped. Is this normal on a Steptronic as for the life of me I can't remember if the car did this before the camshaft replacement.

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Which Mini ?

July 11, 2014, 12:44 am

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Hi Guy's

So I have been thinking about getting a Mini for the Chick,

I Know absolutely nothing about Mini's

How is the resale value on a Mini?
How does the MP work and from which model would have the full 5Year 100K Plan?

Which Mini should We look at?

I see you get a Cooper and a HATCH etc but they look the same to me

Is a Mini fun to drive daily?

I will be looking at maybe selling the Z4MC to buy her a Mini for a year or so till funds are in Order for my next ///M

Alpine white with sakir orange

July 11, 2014, 12:51 am

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Hi guys
What do u guys think of of alpine white with sakir orange (bmw's new red) interior. I ordered this on my M3 which is going into production next week. All my cars had black interior but because I took the carbon roof I did not want the car to look to dark inside. I also added the option full leather (the dash and door cards have leather with red Stiching and the piece above the glove box has red leather - looks like a hockey stick)
Do u guys think it will look good?

M3 Insurance

July 11, 2014, 1:53 am

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What do you pay?
I've been quoted R3500 by Outsurance - is this normal/acceptable?

btw 2012 E92 MDct

Thanks

M3 E92 Buyers Guide

July 11, 2014, 3:15 am

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Hi guys

I searched on local forums for advice but could not find anything relating to the topic. I think it will also help future buyers who are looking for advice when considering a E92 M3.

I was looking to purchase a 335i or Golf 6R but I have decided to rather Purchase an E92 M3. Prefer naturally aspirated over turbo, and a V8 any day. And its a M


I also feel the M will be more reliable in the long term, seeing as turbos are expensive to replace on the Golf R and the 335i. I owned an n54 135i previously and I had lots of problems , so I am staying away from turbo Beemers.

Any advice from current or past owners of E92/E90 M3's would be appreciated.

Looking for major issues that you have experienced. mechanical/electrical.

And things I should be aware of when looking at used M3s, besides service records and comments.

I already know the fuel consumption is terrible and tyres don't last long but that's ok as I wont be doing a lot of Mileage. + - 1000kms a month

Also, I will be buying an M with at least 1 year left on the Motor-plan. Preferably 2 years though.

Thanks in advance

Key problems

July 11, 2014, 3:34 am

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Hi guys
My wife is having issues with her e92 325i coupe.
The key doesnt work when opening the car.
She has to use the metal key itself.
Not sure if its the battery?