* What did you do to/for your E46 today? * - Page 596

Schlag96 · 09-05-2012, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Kracingti

Yeah.. why not?? haha

Well, considering there's all kinds of wiring to short out if water gets inside... I did it once to my accord and had to replace the distributor cap.

Did you have any issues?

E46tknv · 09-05-2012, 11:53 AM

Took out headliner to fix the sagging cheap cloth

VIKTR · 09-05-2012, 06:49 PM

Did an oil change

I need to remember to not purchase my oil/ oil filter from the dealership

Also found my next project. While inspecting the engine to make sure everything was running smoothly I noticed a suction sound coming from the drivers side of the engine bay. I'm thinking a hose is cracked

Crestwood1001 · 09-05-2012, 06:52 PM

Installed smoked corners and piano black grills

deadwood83 · 09-05-2012, 07:15 PM

New pass. axle, new diff seal, new diff fluid, passed safety and emissions with flying colors. My clothes are incredibly stained and my hair needs like 3 washings, but that's what axles do.

kemrex · 09-05-2012, 07:35 PM

Hello E46Fanatics. This is my first post and I need help. I am shopping for my first BMW and have found a 2000 328ci that is in excellent shape with under 50k miles. It's just what I would like to drive but reading some of your threads in regards to frame separation problems is scaring me. You love your cars...I love the car (and I don't even own one yet) but would it be better to buy another model (sacrilege?!)??? The class action suit warranty has apparently expired. What do you think? Many thanks in advance!

ImolaSix · 09-05-2012, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by kemrex

Hello E46Fanatics. This is my first post and I need help. I am shopping for my first BMW and have found a 2000 328ci that is in excellent shape with under 50k miles. It's just what I would like to drive but reading some of your threads in regards to frame separation problems is scaring me. You love your cars...I love the car (and I don't even own one yet) but would it be better to buy another model (sacrilege?!)??? The class action suit warranty has apparently expired. What do you think? Many thanks in advance!

Depends what the asking price is.

kemrex · 09-05-2012, 07:42 PM

Thanks Imola6. The price is $10,995 (bartered done from 11,995) comes with 6 month or 2500 mile warranty.

E46_330i_Stud · 09-05-2012, 07:52 PM

Just get a 01+ 330i with that kind of money.

kemrex · 09-05-2012, 07:57 PM

Do '01's and newer not have the problem or is the 330ci that much better?

HiHoBrian · 09-05-2012, 08:21 PM

Replace one rtab and limiter assy. I need the tool to do the other one. Don't ever try this without a tool. Getting the bushing out was easy. Putting it back in was a different story. I've been reading the threads on it recently,but didn't get the tool anyway. What an idiot.

sent from my ATARI sc1224

///MPR77 · 09-05-2012, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by HiHoBrian

Replace one rtab and limiter assy. I need the tool to do the other one. Don't ever try this without a tool. Getting the bushing out was easy. Putting it back in was a different story. I've been reading the threads on it recently,but didn't get the tool anyway. What an idiot.

sent from my ATARI sc1224

Nothing like getting to that point of a job, and hitting the wall, where you can go no further.
Sorry man.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I727 using Bimmer App

///MPR77 · 09-05-2012, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Schlag96

Well, considering there's all kinds of wiring to short out if water gets inside... I did it once to my accord and had to replace the distributor cap.

Did you have any issues?

Just use some plastic bags, and cover the electrical components
Find a coin-op carwash that has low pressure with the trigger out, and full pressure when trigger is pushed. And pay close attention when you are at full pressure, as to not exacerbate any dried out vacuum hoses, and to avoid electrics.

No distributor cap to worry about here.

deadwood83 · 09-05-2012, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ///MPR77

Just use some plastic bags, and cover the electrical components
Find a coin-op carwash that has low pressure with the trigger out, and full pressure when trigger is pushed. And pay close attention when you are at full pressure, as to not exacerbate any dried out vacuum hoses, and to avoid electrics.

No distributor cap to worry about here.

...or just be safe and use degreaser and a garden hose + bags + foil. Follow up with engine dressing. You can do it right in your driveway and even get to choose when you start the car next.

Stiggles · 09-05-2012, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by kemrex

Do '01's and newer not have the problem or is the 330ci that much better?

Both, kind of..

01+ the design changed on all E46 coupe/sedans, so it is less likely the subframe will tear. 330 is also the better car, just ensure the maintenance has been done.

ImolaSix · 09-06-2012, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by kemrex

Thanks Imola6. The price is $10,995 (bartered done from 11,995) comes with 6 month or 2500 mile warranty.

Meh.

I'd look for a 330.

325inthe510 · 09-06-2012, 12:27 AM

Filled her up with 14.9 gallons of 91 octane goodness.

Only cost $4.20 a gallon

ImolaSix · 09-06-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 325inthe510

Filled her up with 14.9 gallons of 91 octane goodness.

Only cost $4.20 a gallon

I wish we had those prices...
It costs me $80 to fill up with 91

RKiepper · 09-06-2012, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ImolaSix

I wish we had those prices...
It costs me $80 to fill up with 91

Only cost me $60ish to fill up on 93.

Stiggles · 09-06-2012, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ImolaSix

I wish we had those prices...
It costs me $80 to fill up with 91

09-05-2012, 11:53 AM	#11902
E46tknv Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New york Posts: 5,089 My Ride: Fst'r then your e46 View My Garage	Took out headliner to fix the sagging cheap cloth __________________ .:Eugene:. I used to be an e46 owner. I love this one more. Have headers? Cant pass inspection? Need custom stickers made? or need your wheels brought back to life?

09-05-2012, 06:52 PM	#11904
Crestwood1001 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Pa Posts: 370 My Ride: 2001 325xi View My Garage	Installed smoked corners and piano black grills Attached Thumbnails

09-05-2012, 07:15 PM	#11905
deadwood83 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 605 My Ride: has an iron lung View My Garage	New pass. axle, new diff seal, new diff fluid, passed safety and emissions with flying colors. My clothes are incredibly stained and my hair needs like 3 washings, but that's what axles do. __________________ AA Stg2+ 325xiA? Are you stupid? Maybe a little. I can program cars fo' freeee near Salt Lake City. PM for details.

09-05-2012, 07:35 PM	#11906
kemrex Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 4 My Ride: shopping View My Garage	shopping help Hello E46Fanatics. This is my first post and I need help. I am shopping for my first BMW and have found a 2000 328ci that is in excellent shape with under 50k miles. It's just what I would like to drive but reading some of your threads in regards to frame separation problems is scaring me. You love your cars...I love the car (and I don't even own one yet) but would it be better to buy another model (sacrilege?!)??? The class action suit warranty has apparently expired. What do you think? Many thanks in advance!

09-05-2012, 07:52 PM	#11909
E46_330i_Stud Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wake Forest, NC Posts: 1,891 My Ride: 2004 330ci ZHP 6MT View My Garage	Just get a 01+ 330i with that kind of money. __________________ 1995 325i 5mt ArcticGrey/Dove - SOLD 2004 330ci ZHP 6MT SilberGrau/Black - SOLD 2001 330i M-Sport 5MT StaulGrau/Grey - SOLD 1992 Accord LX Sedan 275k miles all original - DAILY 2002 Chevy Suburban LT Autoride - TOY HAULER 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLT - RACE TRUCK!

09-05-2012, 06:49 PM	#11903
VIKTR Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 109 My Ride: 2002 330ci View My Garage	Did an oil change I need to remember to not purchase my oil/ oil filter from the dealership Also found my next project. While inspecting the engine to make sure everything was running smoothly I noticed a suction sound coming from the drivers side of the engine bay. I'm thinking a hose is cracked

09-05-2012, 07:42 PM	#11908
kemrex Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 4 My Ride: shopping View My Garage	Thanks Imola6. The price is $10,995 (bartered done from 11,995) comes with 6 month or 2500 mile warranty.

09-05-2012, 07:57 PM	#11910
kemrex Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 4 My Ride: shopping View My Garage	Do '01's and newer not have the problem or is the 330ci that much better?

09-05-2012, 08:21 PM	#11911
HiHoBrian Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Connecticut Posts: 989 My Ride: 05 M3 View My Garage	Replace one rtab and limiter assy. I need the tool to do the other one. Don't ever try this without a tool. Getting the bushing out was easy. Putting it back in was a different story. I've been reading the threads on it recently,but didn't get the tool anyway. What an idiot. sent from my ATARI sc1224 __________________

09-06-2012, 12:27 AM	#11917
325inthe510 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: The Best Coast Posts: 5,159 My Ride: 152ci of madness View My Garage	Filled her up with 14.9 gallons of 91 octane goodness. Only cost $4.20 a gallon __________________

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