What did you do to your 2 series today?

Ajowhan · 08-02-2023, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by marksandygill

Most of the bits on my car come from eBay/China!😄
If I've learnt anything it's that after 6 months on a car, the stuff that cost £50 holds up just as well as the stuff that would have cost £250!!

If I have learnt anything its because some of them are the exact same thing market differently, from the same source/factory.

freakystyly · 08-04-2023, 08:50 AM

Speaking of ebay crap... I switched the white wing mirror covers to black. Think it looks OK with the black trim on a white car. Couldn't find any decently priced non-pointy type but they don't whistle at least.

Previously ones were "white" which didn't totally match the alpine white paint. Not something anyone would notice but it bothered me.

marksandygill · 08-04-2023, 09:15 AM

Both of ours have the normal (non M2 style) wing mirrors in black, wondering if they're a bit too conservative though?!

Jpembry · 08-04-2023, 09:18 AM

Installed the Dinan Intake (closed box). Was looking for a refined increase in intake/engine noise. Unfortunately I have noticed exactly zero change in perceptible noise, response, etc. Considering taking a dremel to the lid to open it up slightly.

Kernel Kurtz · 08-04-2023, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpembry

Installed the Amazon slip on m performance pedals to match the footrest. $17 well spent

Txs for the idea. Was $29 CAD for me but I like them.

freakystyly · 08-04-2023, 03:33 PM

Got the 666m 18" replica winter wheels refinished. I think they turned out better than new. Just need to source some cheezy M stickers now.

threethirtyvibes · 08-04-2023, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by marksandygill

Both of ours have the normal (non M2 style) wing mirrors in black, wondering if they're a bit too conservative though?!

Personally loving these M style mirror units combined with the smoked out turn signal, looks better than my older sharper carbon pieces. AutoID sells them but you can find them on Ali for cheaper

Tanuki235 · 08-05-2023, 08:57 AM

I finally "upgraded" to that M2 I've been wanting!

Jpembry · 08-06-2023, 05:43 PM

Installed the M Performance rear diffuser!

fiveightandten · 08-08-2023, 03:14 AM

I got the car back from a full front PPF install and Ceramic coated the paint.

Frosty · 08-08-2023, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by fiveightandten

I got the car back from a full front PPF install and Ceramic coated the paint.

Looks great!

atek · 08-08-2023, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Jpembry

Installed the Dinan Intake (closed box). Was looking for a refined increase in intake/engine noise. Unfortunately I have noticed exactly zero change in perceptible noise, response, etc. Considering taking a dremel to the lid to open it up slightly.

Closed box won't give you the noise you're looking for, only open will do. Which is why I went with the Injen. The noise and theater makes it feel and sound like a big top mounted turbo.

harma24 · 08-08-2023, 07:23 PM

Parked them in their finally (nearly) completed new home.

JMcLellan · 08-09-2023, 12:58 PM

I had the car out for a proper rip yesterday and darn the thing is running nice. Smooth and fast.

I recently picked up the Dinan performance springs (w/ rear spring spacers) and the ride quality kit. After some more research and thought I decided to return the items and not lower the car. I think I would really like the look of it but would ultimately take the springs back out based on the drivability.

Again I'm torn between doing a bunch more stuff to my car, or plan to get rid of it in the next couple years and move into something different. From a money perspective the current car is an amazing value for what you get in return, not too mention reliability is solid and maintenance is reasonable. But, I really like P-Cars, the new M2 (and the gen 1 M2), G Series M4 convertibles. Aside from a Gen 1 M2 all those other cars are quite the price hike up from current.

fiveightandten · 08-10-2023, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Frosty

Looks great!

Thank you! I’m going to top it off with some carnuba when the coating cures fully.

fiveightandten · 08-10-2023, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by atek

Closed box won't give you the noise you're looking for, only open will do. Which is why I went with the Injen. The noise and theater makes it feel and sound like a big top mounted turbo.

Agreed. I have the BMS intake with a Dinan intercooler and the turbo sounds it makes are quite noticeable. It’s much more aggressive sounding than the closed box Dinan intake.

nazali · 08-10-2023, 12:05 PM

Oh shiznit, you didnt call your car Christine by any chance ?

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Originally Posted by freakystyly

Got the 666m 18" replica winter wheels refinished. I think they turned out better than new. Just need to source some cheezy M stickers now.

Jpembry · 08-12-2023, 08:15 AM

Just finished the firmware update for full screen apple carplay. Thanks to kubax86 for all of the help!

JMcLellan · 08-13-2023, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Jpembry

Just finished the firmware update for full screen apple carplay. Thanks to kubax86 for all of the help!

That looks great and makes me wish I was an apple guy. Do you know if this is possible for android auto in an F22?

Jpembry · 08-13-2023, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JMcLellan

That looks great and makes me wish I was an apple guy. Do you know if this is possible for android auto in an F22?

I believe so, hit up kubax86 to confirm.

kubax86 · 08-14-2023, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JMcLellan

That looks great and makes me wish I was an apple guy. Do you know if this is possible for android auto in an F22?

Unfortunately no. CarPlay only in F series cars.

freakystyly · 08-14-2023, 11:10 AM

Trying to pin down a slight wheel rotational vibration mostly only noticeable at 75-80mph. I removed my spacers and it helped with approx. 50% reduction in shaking but they weren't the source. I think maybe a wheel may have thrown a weight or a bearing is on the way out.

These cars with EPS and shorter wheelbase are hard to tell if the vibration is coming from the front or back wheels. I don't do a lot of highway driving so it's not a huge deal. Winter tires will be going on in a couple more months so will hopefully narrow down the source away from the wheels themselves.

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