[evilchargerfan]

filthy (ish)









threw foam all over and watched the bubbles drip







then pressure washed / rinsed off, and done

[evilchargerfan]

for those who are too lazy to "wax" their car, like me ..... meguiars has a spray on then rinse off solution. I must say, it works gloriously








note, meguiars this hybrid ceramic wax will never hold a candle to actual hand applied wax or a sealant or a ceramic coating. but for what it is intended to be (easy to use), its low $13 price point, its availability (walmart), it gets the job done for most average enthusiasts

[330dm]

Thinking about purchasing this one: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001553072649.html
Seems like a decent camera (quality) in a plu&play/OEM-like package.

Is anyone familiar with it?

[HighDeaf]

What wheels do you have there? model number or year model they're off. thanks.

Originally Posted by evilchargerfan

washed the car, its been a while. have gotten by in the last 4 months with leaving the car out in the rain, and using quick detailer sprays.

[WagonR]

Originally Posted by HighDeaf

What wheels do you have there? model number or year model they're off. thanks.

They're the 622Ms which came on the LCI X3s with the M Sport package, so 2015-2017 X3s. There are two versions, a 19x8.5 square setup and a 19x9.5 rear and 19x8.5 front staggered setup. The staggered setup runs 275/40-19 rear and 245/45-19 front, while the square setup runs 245/45-19 all around.

[martinisounds]

Originally Posted by WagonR

They're the 622Ms which came on the LCI X3s with the M Sport package, so 2015-2017 X3s. There are two versions, a 19x8.5 square setup and a 19x9.5 rear and 19x8.5 front staggered setup. The staggered setup runs 275/40-19 rear and 245/45-19 front, while the square setup runs 245/45-19 all around.

Out of curiosity, what dictated square vs staggered 622m's?

[WagonR]

Originally Posted by martinisounds

Out of curiosity, what dictated square vs staggered 622m's?

My understanding was that it was just an option when ordering. I don't think it was tied to 2.8 vs. 3.5 or X3 vs. X4 or anything like that. I'd guess that most were square just because that makes life easier.

[hardparker]

I recalibrated my transfer case with my new Foxwell NT530 today. It shaved 10 degrees off of the actuator engagement and got rid of the part throttle, high load buck that it would give once in a while. Pretty happy to have that little nuisance nixed. Handy tool to have for lots of other maintenance and diagnostic purposes, too.

[evilchargerfan]

I used my foxwell, to aid me during my oil balancing while doing my ZF trans fluid

def an awesome little device!

[msjspub]

Installed speed sensor nearside rear.

Easy job but what a lot of errors a faulty speed sensor throws!!!

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by evilchargerfan

I used my foxwell, to aid me during my oil balancing while doing my ZF trans fluid

def an awesome little device!

Alright, I'll ask... What is "oil balancing"?

[pungo]

Originally Posted by JJ 911SC

Alright, I'll ask... What is "oil balancing"?

Checking/adjusting the fluid level.

[RL325xi]

Evilchargerfan,
May I ask where did you get the two black pieces below the rear spoiler? What do you call it? Looks pretty good!

Originally Posted by evilchargerfan

for those who are too lazy to "wax" their car, like me ..... meguiars has a spray on then rinse off solution. I must say, it works gloriously








note, meguiars this hybrid ceramic wax will never hold a candle to actual hand applied wax or a sealant or a ceramic coating. but for what it is intended to be (easy to use), its low $13 price point, its availability (walmart), it gets the job done for most average enthusiasts

[evilchargerfan]

Originally Posted by RL325xi

Evilchargerfan,
May I ask where did you get the two black pieces below the rear spoiler? What do you call it? Looks pretty good!

I typed in "x3 window spoiler" into ebay, and randomly picked a seller. I believe they are also avail on amazon, and ali express

https://www.ebay.com/itm/264797782756

[ahowe]

I bought a new ABS Sensor/DXC Pulse Generator/Wheelspeed Sensor (or whatever else we are calling them) for £100 after the third failure in 6 months.

I'll be fitting it tomorrow and fingers crossed the reluctor ring hasn't expanded due to corrosion like the front two did........

Originally Posted by msjspub

Installed speed sensor nearside rear.

Easy job but what a lot of errors a faulty speed sensor throws!!!

Seems like a common issue trawling through various forums

[chicks406]

First BMW. De-badged, new black emblems, and closest wheels I could find to 765M.
Black grille, tinted windows, and H&R lowering springs coming soon. The only thing I can't find is clear headlights for the front. Looked for euro style and aftermarket and can not find them, any ideas?

[najnad]

Am I the only one who has painted the muffler with high temp black paint so that you can barely see it from behind?

[burningmango]

Originally Posted by najnad

Am I the only one who has painted the muffler with high temp black paint so that you can barely see it from behind?

You're not the only one! I've done the same and it really becomes less noticeable, especially when parked downhill.

[HighDeaf]

Roof rails vinyl wrapped black, new wheels, washed and waxed.[ATTACH][/ATTACH]

[bmwPower99]

Originally Posted by hardparker

I recalibrated my transfer case with my new Foxwell NT530 today. It shaved 10 degrees off of the actuator engagement and got rid of the part throttle, high load buck that it would give once in a while. Pretty happy to have that little nuisance nixed. Handy tool to have for lots of other maintenance and diagnostic purposes, too.

What mileage is your car?

[hardparker]

Originally Posted by bmwPower99

What mileage is your car?

Currently at 95,000 miles.

[martinisounds]

JB4 and VRSF charge pipe have been installed! Woohoo. Downpipe is next.