Auto Electrician

January 3, 2016, 1:27 am

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Hi Guys

Anyone knows of a good auto electrician in the durban area that I can contact to assist me with the faulty starter on my bmw e46 M3 ?

Thanks

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Anyone Paint/Plastidip your Calipers?

January 3, 2016, 3:44 am

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The silver paint is starting to flake off on my calipers, so I was thinking of repainting it a different color. Any ideas anyone? Also I'm in Durban so if anyone knows a place that paints calipers , let me know

Considered doing this but in a darker shade of blue(like the color of 3 series M sport calipers)

BMW M2 Pre-Order

January 3, 2016, 10:14 am

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Hey Guys,

I am thinking about placing an order for an M2. I currently have an '09 M3 E92. I would love an M4 but a bit dear for me at this stage. I approached Vaalridge Auto BMW in Vereeniging and was told that only a limited number of M2's is destined for SA and have been sold already. However I have read that the M2 will be produced for 5 years. Does anybody have some better info about 'limited numbers'.

Cheers,
Don


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R56 shudder and Air Con irritations

January 3, 2016, 10:05 pm

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Hey Fanatics.
Needs some help.
My wife's 2010 Cooper with the N12 engine has a shudders when pulling away and has a weird clutch action.
Its never the same if that makes sense.

Can it be due for a clutch replacement?


Secondly the air con is very noisy. Drove it over the Xmas period and its irritating.

Its sound like a worn bearing but I have no experience when it comes to air cons.


Any help will be appreciated.


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ET20 rear offset for E90 Msport

January 3, 2016, 10:40 pm

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Hi Guys

I am looking at fitting these wheels to my 2011 320d msport.

http://www.gumtree.co.za/a-car-tyres-rim...0002086409

Has anyone here fitted et20 rear wheels on an e90 ?

I'm just wondering they will rub too much. Also planning on lowering the car....

Another newbie

January 4, 2016, 12:07 am

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Hi All
Been around for a while but never posted.
Had a 330D M but got a X1 now.
Happy new year to everybody.
Regards

X1 Hard Ride

January 4, 2016, 12:44 am

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Hi all
Just bought a X1 2.0D. It has 18" Run Flats on.
1. Can i replace them with normal tyres (ie non RF)
2. Will this make a difference in the ride quality which is pretty hard?

Thanks
M

X1 E84 Audio upgrade

January 4, 2016, 12:50 am

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Is it just mine or do all the X1's have crap audio systems?
Anyone done any audio upgrades on an X1?
Saw that BAVSOUND have a PnP kit but have to import.
Tx

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CV joint for Prop shaft?

January 4, 2016, 12:55 am

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Anyone knows where i can get a CV joint for my prop shaft?

Auto Atlantic is asking a lot of money.

Vehicle is question: E34 535i. (Part is the same as on E36 3.0l M3 and E34 M50 525i, 3.6 M5)

Constant-velocity joint wth knurled bush bolt hole=86MM number of teeth =25)
part number: 26111229075

e46 330i Individual power hesitant

January 4, 2016, 3:27 am

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Hi guys

I recently had an issue with one of my abs sensors and had it replaced with one I got from another e46 Individual. However I haven't had a chance yet to reset the computer in order to see if the sensor I put in actually works. My mechanics diagnostic tool was stolen.

An issue I recently noticed while driving is that when I push the throttle the car feels hesitant, held back, as though I was on the brakes. It feels like there is slight pressure in the wheels somehow and the wheels are not flowing freely. You notice this more when you lift off the throttle it slows down very quickly, as it would if you were on the brakes a bit. I'm not sure if this issue is related to the abs sensor...

I also hope this is not damaging anything.

Any ideas on what the problem might be?

Thank you.

320d E46 white/grey smoke while driving

January 4, 2016, 6:35 am

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Hello everyone,

This is my first time here. I really hope you can help.

My 2002 320d has recently started to emit a white-greyish smoke in varying amounts while driving. Sometimes it's barely noticeable, other times it's a massive cloud.
This happens mostly during short trips around town - I haven't noticed it while on the highway.

Some friends who have way more motor experience than I do have suggested what the problem might be - ranges from faulty filters to faulty cylinders. But none of them has real experience with BMWs or diesel engines.

I understand doing a diagnostic check before replacing anything would probably be the most help, but I'm a little short on cash at the moment and I don't see the local BMW dealership being very sympathetic towards that situation.
I live in Pretoria and if anyone could suggest a good garage/service agent/ mechanic, who won't charge an arm and a leg, I would greatly appreciate it.

2000 model Z3 M - Coupé Collector's value

January 4, 2016, 8:31 am

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Good day guys
I have a friend I Limpopo province who has a mint 333i, white with 80 000km's on the clock. He would like to establish true current value of the car as in SA.

Who can assist to furnish a valuation which will be accepted by insurers?

Please contact me on my cell at 0832690892 by sms or what's app. Please no PM's.

Snapped - BMW M4 GTS

January 4, 2016, 10:29 am

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Snapped up the BMW M4 GTS today, it will be on display at BMW Fountains in Pretoria tomorrow.

water leak E39 530d...easy DIY or not ?

January 4, 2016, 11:35 am

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http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showpart...Id=11_2842

Was wondering why the water consumption was greater than usual on the E39 "tractor" and when standing still (like in the queue at McD's) the temp gauge would move off the normal towards the warmer side
Initially put it down to the heat wave conditions we having

today when I got home, the temp was just starting to move off the normal (vertical) so I popped the hood to investigate and noticed lots of steam and water bubbling from item 11/12/13 on the Real Oem image, this seems to be a bitch as it is located down and under the intake manifold

was wondering if this is a weekend DIY with basic tools or are there any special skills and tools and expertease required to either change just the gasket or change the entire "Y-Piece" junction

Black plastic bits

January 4, 2016, 1:01 pm

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I'm sure this must have been discussed on numerous occasions and most of us have or had the same issue. Door handles on the E36. One part a deep black, the other part a bit on the greyish side. Would like to know what you guys would recommend to bring the black back? I tried some oil stuff my dad had used, and that seemed to work, for a day or two.

Thank you.

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3 X M Coupe's together (Must be History in the making in South Africa)

January 4, 2016, 3:54 pm

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This happened in December 2015 when I visited Sedgefield. I think its history in the making? Don't know of other M Coupe's gathering that was more than three, thus far.

BMW Newbie

January 4, 2016, 9:26 pm

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Hi Gents

Just thought I shall introduce myself before I start making posts etc.

Have always been a fan of BMW, and recently purchased my first BMW. The BMW replaced my Golf 5 GTI, which will be sorely missed when I sell it, but had to due to space requirements. the BMW will be my wife's daily and our weekend car.

Car Specs:

2006 E90 330i
Exclusive Pack
Steptronic
73000km

Thanks

Merc A45 AMG - VPS

January 4, 2016, 10:30 pm

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This is the first A45 I have come across in this colour and I think it is just gorgeous. The customer had been in contact with me the week before and had come through to have a look at our quality and workmanship, which he was more than happy with to then trust us with his new baby.

Work carried out:
- VPS front guard (bumper) including wings and splitters
- VPS full bonnet guard
- VPS headlight guard
- Laminx tail lights

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PS. Wings removed to ensure proper coverage:
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BMW 120i N20 2015

January 5, 2016, 12:03 am

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Hey guys, has anyone on this forum bought a new N20 120I yet. We are signing for a new one either today or tomorrow. Would just like to hear some experiences if any?

Audi SQ5 - VPS

January 5, 2016, 2:18 am

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After we had done an Audi Q5 for a customer, his friend had seen the workmanship and contacted us straight away to get his SQ5 done.

Work carried out:
- VPS bonnet guard (partial)
- VPS fenders (partial)
- VPS front guard (bumper including fogs)
- VPS headlight guard
- VPS mirror backs

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