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Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 04-14-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 208
Posted By avocet
Go faster when you use your windshield juice. At...

Go faster when you use your windshield juice. At autobahn speed, the aim is just right.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 04-09-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 257
Posted By avocet
You have an aftermarket airfilter system that...

You have an aftermarket airfilter system that deletes the oem airbox and associated items.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 03-26-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,130
Posted By avocet
I have an 07, no major issues. One no start that...

I have an 07, no major issues. One no start that was a relay. Noisy lifters replaced under warranty. Eccentric shaft seal. Belt tensioner.
65k miles.
Mine is a manual with sport pack no Idrive....
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 03-26-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 473
Posted By avocet
That is exactly what mine did. I kept pressing my...

That is exactly what mine did. I kept pressing my remote button while holding the program button. After 4-5 times of repeatedly pressing it accepted. I held I for maybe 2-3 seconds then quickly...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 03-26-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 473
Posted By avocet
Is your mirror programming? As in blinking...

Is your mirror programming? As in blinking rapidly after it accepts the signal?

If it is not doing the rapid blink, try continuosly pressing your garage door remote to "refresh" the signal.
My...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 02-22-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 491
Posted By avocet
imo, there are a few must have options: ...

imo, there are a few must have options:

sports package
logic 7
xenons
(for me)6spd manual
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 01-06-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,239
Posted By avocet
Meh. Don't need to jump on a soapbox and tell...

Meh. Don't need to jump on a soapbox and tell anyone who might listen when no one is asking

Back on topic...

19's look just fine without making the wheelwell look empty.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 01-06-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,239
Posted By avocet
Are you for real?

Are you for real?
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 01-06-2013, 12:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By avocet
so you changed your suspension? exhaust? ...

so you changed your suspension?
exhaust?
brakes?
seat?
wheels?
steering wheel?
springs?
sway bars?
lighting?
intake?
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 01-05-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By avocet
It is an effective and satisfying mod. There are...

It is an effective and satisfying mod. There are guys with 325's that have had great results with the 3 stage and aftermarket tunes(AA comes to mind).

On my 328 with just a bms, the 3 stage is a...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-28-2012, 01:17 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,367
Posted By avocet
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Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-28-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,367
Posted By avocet
So you speed up when someone in an SUV tries to...

So you speed up when someone in an SUV tries to pass you???
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-20-2012, 10:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 691
Posted By avocet
that bracket hanging down with the rubber thing...

that bracket hanging down with the rubber thing should be swiveled up and bolted to your chassis. it has come loose and that section of exhaust is unsupported.

the cross members are missing...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-19-2012, 06:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 882
Posted By avocet
Ummmm.... Are yo talking to me? :p

Ummmm....

Are yo talking to me?
:p
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-17-2012, 11:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 882
Posted By avocet
F1 uses 55 series front and 45 rear on 13" rims. ...

F1 uses 55 series front and 45 rear on 13" rims.

Given equal contruction, a tire and wheel in sizes typical on a 3 series will be heavier as rim size goes up.

As profile gets lower, a tire...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 12-16-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 882
Posted By avocet
although a 17 to 18 will give negligible...

although a 17 to 18 will give negligible performance gains by the numbers, you will get more crisp turn in and sharper response at the limit. athough, as already mentioned, the unsprung weight can...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 10-26-2012, 10:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 713
Posted By avocet
I think xi sport is a square set up... Might be...

I think xi sport is a square set up... Might be wrong

I believe the seats are the easiest give away. After that the sport steering wheel is different.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 10-16-2012, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By avocet
i donno what bulb type e90'suse for back up, but...

i donno what bulb type e90'suse for back up, but halogen bulbs are readily available for such use. and i bet some of the LED bulbs will put out a nice, intense white light!

let us know what you...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 10-15-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 945
Posted By avocet
Like suggested, there are a few satisfying mods...

Like suggested, there are a few satisfying mods you can do that have somewhat limited returns. If you can accept that, then all is good!

I have a 3 stage intake manifold and that seems to wake up...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 09-25-2012, 06:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,747
Posted By avocet
an interesting read on the effects of both wheel...

an interesting read on the effects of both wheel size and tire compounds.

a little apples to oranges, but a 17" tire gives up very little in actual performance(if any), and unless the chassis is...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 08-28-2012, 12:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 733
Posted By avocet
If your tires are not loosing traction, not...

If your tires are not loosing traction, not hitting dsc and you have an open diff, you are still putting down 100% of the applied torque through both tires equally. if you have excellent and equal...
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 07-24-2012, 10:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,083
Posted By avocet
You absolutely can.

You absolutely can.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 07-24-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,083
Posted By avocet
In the wet while turning and applying power an...

In the wet while turning and applying power an LSD will increase the tendency towards oversteer.
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 06-16-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,227
Posted By avocet
pfffffft. I don't think I am as good a...

pfffffft.

I don't think I am as good a player, or even as good looking! I just think I could do a better job coaching him:rofl:
Forum: E90/E91/E92/E93 (2006 - 2013) 05-25-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,495
Posted By avocet
if it is your diff adaptor, then there is no real...

if it is your diff adaptor, then there is no real harm in having it click.
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