Bought a supercharged E46, got ripped off - need help getting the car running - Page 3

bmw809 · 07-17-2012, 02:06 PM

Good luck with everything OP,

Gotta give you credit for not wanting to rip this guys throat out.. lol

Im aggravated just reading the Thread... goodluck

AvS · 07-18-2012, 12:23 PM

Wow, the car's been in the shop for almost a month. Hope they'll get u up n runnin soon! Good luck man!
P.S: Im dropping off my AA 330 at max psi on monday. Hope it won't take that long

ilkercatal · 07-19-2012, 08:57 AM

Sue this guy man or ask some money back

xphiledan · 07-19-2012, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

talked to Maximum PSI on the phone today. it appears to be a software issue. they're currently working with Active Autowerke to dial in the tune.

spoke to them again today. they were apparently mistaken and was talking about a different car. they still don't know what the problem is. we are still hopeful that it's a tuning issue. will hopefully post an update next week.

in unrelated news, i just found out yesterday that i was laid off. so hopefully i can get this car back soon. can't exactly show up to interviews in a tracked out e30. i also have a nice e28 for sale if anyone is interested.

bwallace530 · 07-19-2012, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

spoke to them again today. they were apparently mistaken and was talking about a different car. they still don't know what the problem is. we are still hopeful that it's a tuning issue. will hopefully post an update next week.

in unrelated news, i just found out yesterday that i was laid off. so hopefully i can get this car back soon. can't exactly show up to interviews in a tracked out e30. i also have a nice e28 for sale if anyone is interested.

That sucks sorry man. I was just laid off two months ago also.

xphiledan · 08-31-2012, 05:43 PM

I am admitting defeat. The supercharger is getting pulled. Unfortunately, diagnosing the issue has exhausted patience/money/time. I'm going to be pissed if it's something as minor as a bad sensor, but at this point, I need the car to run.

I'm currently looking for replacement parts (cowl, belts, hoses, shrouds, injectors, etc...) Please let me know if you or anyone you know that has them for sale (cheap/free preferably).

The kit will be for sale soon. There is value in the hardware itself as the major components have been tested/replaced recently. Hopefully, I'll be able to recoup some of my costs from the diagnosis & supercharger removal. Let me know if you're interested.

bwallace530 · 08-31-2012, 05:49 PM

That sucks man. If its not the charger then it must be something else with the engine you might still have this problem after you take it off.

xphiledan · 08-31-2012, 06:02 PM

that is an unfortunate possibility, but the biggest variable needs to be removed - which is the supercharger now.

TrippinBimmer · 08-31-2012, 07:35 PM

I am sorry to hear but what is the issue? Sorry, I didn't read the whole entire thread...

bwallace530 · 08-31-2012, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

that is an unfortunate possibility, but the biggest variable needs to be removed - which is the supercharger now.

Has the engine and tranny software been updated? Also has all the sensors been checked?

xphiledan · 08-31-2012, 07:42 PM

Cliffs Notes: bought a car. seller didn't tell me about an ongoing issue he's had with the car. car goes into limp mode when it's hot. all tests don't seem to indicate a problem. supercharger is getting pulled now.

xphiledan · 08-31-2012, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bwallace530

Has the engine and tranny software been updated? Also has all the sensors been checked?

not sure, but i assume that stuff was checked out by the shop

bwallace530 · 08-31-2012, 07:44 PM

Mine some what had the same problem it was the camshaft sensor and I think one other sensor. I forgot what it was tho.

bwallace530 · 08-31-2012, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

not sure, but i assume that stuff was checked out by the shop

They would of charged you for it. So I'm sure it hasn't been done. That right there could be the problem.

TrippinBimmer · 08-31-2012, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

Cliffs Notes: bought a car. seller didn't tell me about an ongoing issue he's had with the car. car goes into limp mode when it's hot. all tests don't seem to indicate a problem. supercharger is getting pulled now.

Needs Oil Cooler. My engine oil temp is about 230F (outside temp is 80*)

How is the AFR and etc? Tried logging your car?

-Anthony

UDM-E46 Enthusiast · 08-31-2012, 08:17 PM

http://www.passatworld.com/forums/68...ather-hot.html

Please read this.

VG1134 · 08-31-2012, 08:46 PM

I would save the kit and reinstall when you get the funds again.

InDiGlOM3 · 09-01-2012, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

Cliffs Notes: bought a car. seller didn't tell me about an ongoing issue he's had with the car. car goes into limp mode when it's hot. all tests don't seem to indicate a problem. supercharger is getting pulled now.

When cam sensors start going bad. Heat makes them act funny and they wont throw a code.

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xixixi · 09-01-2012, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by xphiledan

I am admitting defeat. The supercharger is getting pulled. Unfortunately, diagnosing the issue has exhausted patience/money/time. I'm going to be pissed if it's something as minor as a bad sensor, but at this point, I need the car to run.

I'm currently looking for replacement parts (cowl, belts, hoses, shrouds, injectors, etc...) Please let me know if you or anyone you know that has them for sale (cheap/free preferably).

The kit will be for sale soon. There is value in the hardware itself as the major components have been tested/replaced recently. Hopefully, I'll be able to recoup some of my costs from the diagnosis & supercharger removal. Let me know if you're interested.

PM me all the parts you need. I'd also post up a full parts list of what you need in this thread. I'm sure others can/will help out. I'll run down to the shop on monday and see whats laying around. If I have it, just pay the shipping.

AvS · 09-01-2012, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xphiledan

I am admitting defeat. The supercharger is getting pulled. Unfortunately, diagnosing the issue has exhausted patience/money/time. I'm going to be pissed if it's something as minor as a bad sensor, but at this point, I need the car to run.

I'm currently looking for replacement parts (cowl, belts, hoses, shrouds, injectors, etc...) Please let me know if you or anyone you know that has them for sale (cheap/free preferably).

The kit will be for sale soon. There is value in the hardware itself as the major components have been tested/replaced recently. Hopefully, I'll be able to recoup some of my costs from the diagnosis & supercharger removal. Let me know if you're interested.

Damn sorry to hear that man! Though of pulling mine when it was actin up. TG it was just maf!
I SO Hope your problem isn't ECU. Good luck

07-18-2012, 12:23 PM	#42
AvS Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Brooklyn NY Posts: 47 My Ride: 04 zhp AA II View My Garage	Wow, the car's been in the shop for almost a month. Hope they'll get u up n runnin soon! Good luck man! P.S: Im dropping off my AA 330 at max psi on monday. Hope it won't take that long __________________

08-31-2012, 07:35 PM	#49
TrippinBimmer Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ridgeland, MS Posts: 5,345 My Ride: ZHP Custom Stage 3.5 View My Garage	I am sorry to hear but what is the issue? Sorry, I didn't read the whole entire thread... __________________ ..::\|TrippinBimmer's Boost Build with Cool Parts\|::.. 4whp/3tq SAE Corrected \| Active Autowerke \| BimmerBrakes \| VMR Wheels \| ..::\| TrippinBimmer's New Project : 1988 e30 325e \|::..

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07-17-2012, 02:06 PM	#41
bmw809 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 72 My Ride: 04 M3 Vert View My Garage	Good luck with everything OP, Gotta give you credit for not wanting to rip this guys throat out.. lol Im aggravated just reading the Thread... goodluck

07-19-2012, 08:57 AM	#43
ilkercatal Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: New York Posts: 48 My Ride: 2001 325 i View My Garage	Sue this guy man or ask some money back

08-31-2012, 05:43 PM	#46
xphiledan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: East Hanover, NJ Posts: 70 My Ride: 01 330i, 89 325i View My Garage	I am admitting defeat. The supercharger is getting pulled. Unfortunately, diagnosing the issue has exhausted patience/money/time. I'm going to be pissed if it's something as minor as a bad sensor, but at this point, I need the car to run. I'm currently looking for replacement parts (cowl, belts, hoses, shrouds, injectors, etc...) Please let me know if you or anyone you know that has them for sale (cheap/free preferably). The kit will be for sale soon. There is value in the hardware itself as the major components have been tested/replaced recently. Hopefully, I'll be able to recoup some of my costs from the diagnosis & supercharger removal. Let me know if you're interested.

08-31-2012, 05:49 PM	#47
bwallace530 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,866 My Ride: 325 View My Garage	That sucks man. If its not the charger then it must be something else with the engine you might still have this problem after you take it off.

08-31-2012, 06:02 PM	#48
xphiledan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: East Hanover, NJ Posts: 70 My Ride: 01 330i, 89 325i View My Garage	that is an unfortunate possibility, but the biggest variable needs to be removed - which is the supercharger now.

08-31-2012, 07:42 PM	#51
xphiledan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: East Hanover, NJ Posts: 70 My Ride: 01 330i, 89 325i View My Garage	Cliffs Notes: bought a car. seller didn't tell me about an ongoing issue he's had with the car. car goes into limp mode when it's hot. all tests don't seem to indicate a problem. supercharger is getting pulled now.

08-31-2012, 07:44 PM	#53
bwallace530 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,866 My Ride: 325 View My Garage	Mine some what had the same problem it was the camshaft sensor and I think one other sensor. I forgot what it was tho.

08-31-2012, 08:17 PM	#56
UDM-E46 Enthusiast Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston TX Posts: 754 My Ride: 2002 BMW 330I View My Garage	http://www.passatworld.com/forums/68...ather-hot.html Please read this.

08-31-2012, 08:46 PM	#57
VG1134 Old City Bimmer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: St Augustine,fl Posts: 436 My Ride: Classifieds View My Garage	I would save the kit and reinstall when you get the funds again.