What did you do to your G01 X3 today?

vj0671 · 09-24-2023, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ArminAtz

No, these are no wraps. Its real carbon. Did it by myself. These have to be welded. You have to trim all apart.

It is also not a cover. I wrapped the door map pocket with 6mm Armaflex first (for the cushion) and then covered it with Alcantara (Indivitara).

Sorry, somehow I mistook it as wraps. Thanks for the clarification.

Really nice work on the carbon fiber trims and the door map pocket.

turbobeagle · 09-26-2023, 09:45 AM

Half way through getting the stealth hitch on. So far so good.

Text · 09-26-2023, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by vj0671

Installed Garmin dashcam mini2

Installation was really plug & play with the dongar adapter and as specified in earlier posts. The tough part was opening the plastic trim pieces without breaking any tabs. I took the time to be careful and phew(!!!) succeed.

Nice Install.

Do you have a link for the Dongar Adapter? I was looking and found it but for other vehicle manufacturers. Not for BMW.

Thanks.

vj0671 · 09-26-2023, 02:34 PM

Here is the link to original post by original user antair
https://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showp...postcount=7424

This is the one I purchased https://dongar.tech/products/porsche-keyway1 (even though it says its for Porsche, it did work for '23 X3 M40i)

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Originally Posted by Text

Nice Install.

Do you have a link for the Dongar Adapter? I was looking and found it but for other vehicle manufacturers. Not for BMW.

Thanks.

vj0671 · 09-26-2023, 02:41 PM

Added V brace cover in red to go with the red calipers (purchased from Amazon)

ps. this is not a wrap, but the plastic cover type.

chassis · 09-26-2023, 05:43 PM

Replaced the engine air filter for the second time (third filter is installed now). 2018 X3 xDrive30i with 63,800 miles. Flawless vehicle except for active grille shutters which were replaced under warranty.

15 minute job. I don't see how this can be done without removing the forward chassis brace screw, loosening the rear screw and pivoting the brace out of the way.

1. Remove forward chassis brace screw
2. Loosen rear chassis brace screw, pivot chassis brace out of the way
3. Remove air temp sensor connector
4. Loosen intake duct band clamp
5. Loosen all torx screws on air filter housing cover, remove air filter housing cover
6. Remove old air filter
7. Install new air filter

Reverse the previous steps to reassemble.

The old filter was pretty dirty after two years and ~20,000 miles.

Part number 13-71-8-577-171 in stock at the local BMW dealer for ~$55. I made an impulse purchase and didn't make the effort to save $10 for a cheaper part shipped to me.

Rottweiler · 09-26-2023, 07:04 PM

Shaun170

Putting shit back together after painting the radiator cover and crossbar satin black

Shaun170 · 09-27-2023, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Rottweiler

Shaun170

Putting shit back together after painting the radiator cover and crossbar satin black

Amazing how much better it looks doesn’t it?

lakerzfan_24 · 09-27-2023, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Shaun170

Amazing how much better it looks doesn’t it?

I need to do this asap…

Rottweiler · 09-27-2023, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Shaun170

Amazing how much better it looks doesn’t it?

Its an absolutely HUGE improvement tbh

Rottweiler · 09-28-2023, 12:10 AM

Well, these arrived today

I have an appointment next Tuesday for their installation and an alignment

I am genuinely looking forward to the finished product

NYRangers79 · 09-28-2023, 01:09 PM

Modified the rear end this morning and found out insurance cancelled my policy without telling me

X3rd Time Is a Charm · 09-28-2023, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by NYRangers79

Modified the rear end this morning and found out insurance cancelled my policy without telling me

I would call the Department of Banking and Insurance. I don’t think they can cancel you unless you are notified .

TLEHMANN · 09-28-2023, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ASAP

excellent choice... does the car feel more floaty with non RFTs?

wow.. late response for me. The big changes I have felt now that I have non-RFT is that bumps and road imperfections just aren't as noticeable. If that is what you mean by floaty, then yes.

Ride quality is way better.

Rottweiler · 09-28-2023, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by NYRangers79

Modified the rear end this morning and found out insurance cancelled my policy without telling me

Well that was certainly rude…

Burr001 · 09-28-2023, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by NYRangers79

Modified the rear end this morning and found out insurance cancelled my policy without telling me

Modified? Huh...so many questions.

Shaun170 · 09-28-2023, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NYRangers79

Modified the rear end this morning and found out insurance cancelled my policy without telling me

I did that once on another car. Makes a bloody loud noise doesn’t it?

And you’ll be finding bits of glass for years.

Battin4th · 09-28-2023, 05:12 PM

Yikes, so sorry. You can the share the story when you're ready.

Rottweiler · 09-28-2023, 05:27 PM

So I got these today from Amazon…white cotton

Gonna take them down to the shop with the HR springs next week and insist that their guys wear them while working on my ride

We’ll see how much of a sense of humor these dudes have 🙃

Burr001 · 09-28-2023, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rottweiler

So I got these today from Amazon…white cotton

Gonna take them down to the shop with the HR springs next week and insist that their guys wear them while working on my ride

We’ll see how much of a sense of humor these dudes have 🙃

Lol watch them put the front spring in the rear and vice versa while they white glove a handy in your rear seat

NYRangers79 · 09-28-2023, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Burr001

Modified? Huh...so many questions.

The exhaust is so much louder now

NYRangers79 · 09-28-2023, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Shaun170

I did that once on another car. Makes a bloody loud noise doesn’t it?

And you’ll be finding bits of glass for years.

Already been pulling everything out. Glass is everywhere

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chassis Colonel 6691 Rep 2,345 Posts Drives: 9Y0 Cayenne S Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Einbahnstraße iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 Porsche Cayenne S [7.69]	Replaced the engine air filter for the second time (third filter is installed now). 2018 X3 xDrive30i with 63,800 miles. Flawless vehicle except for active grille shutters which were replaced under warranty. 15 minute job. I don't see how this can be done without removing the forward chassis brace screw, loosening the rear screw and pivoting the brace out of the way. 1. Remove forward chassis brace screw 2. Loosen rear chassis brace screw, pivot chassis brace out of the way 3. Remove air temp sensor connector 4. Loosen intake duct band clamp 5. Loosen all torx screws on air filter housing cover, remove air filter housing cover 6. Remove old air filter 7. Install new air filter Reverse the previous steps to reassemble. The old filter was pretty dirty after two years and ~20,000 miles. Part number 13-71-8-577-171 in stock at the local BMW dealer for ~$55. I made an impulse purchase and didn't make the effort to save $10 for a cheaper part shipped to me. Attached Images Last edited by chassis; 09-26-2023 at 05:54 PM..
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