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330ci-Sport ![]() Senior Member I ![]() ![]() Joined: 24-May-2004 Location: At the Shell garage....again Status: Offline Points: 146 |
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Over the last week or so I managed to get the car lowered on Eibach's, alligned, a Larini exhaust put on and over the weekend manged to get the diffuser fitted.
For those who are interested, I've now got a vid/sound of the Larini at: http://media.putfile.com/LariniE46M3 It's worthing watching for the vapour if nothing else. Some new pics too: ![]() ![]() Diffuser was a bugger to fit but got there in the end. ![]() An old one, but a favourite: ![]() The car actually sits lower, is just on a bit of a slant. First take on the Eibachs is good. First thing you notice is the whole look of the car changes. Even on a std M3 the rears sits nicely but the fronts just look a bit under-wheeled. The rear height has dropped a little but the fronts now nicely fill the arches without looking too agressive. The ride at first took a bit of getting used to. I was ****e'n myself initially at the apparent lack of grip but after a couple of days everything seemed to settle down fine and the grip was back. The ride is noticably firmer but by no means uncomforable. The front end feels far more direct and breeds more confidence. Still undecided on the rear but I've got a good run coming up this weekend which will show any weakness. Then for the cobble test. All teeth intact and no noticable rattles. There is one thing I've I have noticed though is that the traction control seems a bit more lively, but not enough to trigger the warning light. We've got some of the worst roads in Edinburgh and the car seems to hesitate more over bumps. I suspect this is due to the fact that I've got standard shocks on but I have to say I'm viewing this as a positive thing. I like the balance of the ride at the moment and I don't want to make it too harsh so if anything, I'm now driving with more caution around town. In summary, it seems to suit my requirements for the time being but for those looking for a competative suspension set up will need a lot more than just the springs! The Larini doesn't seem too offensive and has a great rasp. This time, its right through the rev range. Don't think I'll need to get an X-Pipe now. Sound's good with the K&N Typhoon going bonkers upfront: ![]() One thing that's pissing me off though, somethings attacking my front wheels. Perhaps someone can help. I think, but not sure, that the rim on both the front and back wheels is polished steel. But, there's a nasty chalky/limey thing spreading all around the rim. When you run your finger over it it looks like its rough, but feels totally smooth. So I'm thinking it must be under a lacquer, but I thought polished steel would have no lacquer. Any ideas? Also, I fancy getting a decent detailing/clean up of the paintwork. Not needing any spraying just a decent going over with quality wax/clay etc. Anyone got any suggestions in the Edinburgh area?
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Pete330 ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() Joined: 26-November-2003 Location: Aberdeen Status: Offline Points: 8969 |
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Cars looking good mate If you don't fancy doing your car yourself i know Allan320 does do wee jobs here and there,and make a good job of then so i believe Edited by Pete330 |
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bmwcrazy ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() 1995 M5,1995 318ISE,1997 325 Joined: 24-October-2005 Location: (glasgow the wee apple) big dazz Status: Offline Points: 661 |
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very nice lucky b............
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m3tiko ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() Joined: 29-May-2005 Location: Braveheart Country..aka Pai Status: Offline Points: 1483 |
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Mark, car is sounding sweet as
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stephenperry ![]() Bavarian-Board Contributor ![]() ![]() Joined: 20-April-2004 Location: Elgin Status: Offline Points: 7213 |
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polished lips still have lacquer applied, so i was told (i had alutec acs reps with polished rims on my Ci) maybe theres something getting underneath and spoiling the finish? are the wheels under warranty?
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stephenperry ![]() Bavarian-Board Contributor ![]() ![]() Joined: 20-April-2004 Location: Elgin Status: Offline Points: 7213 |
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video looks promising, nice bassy throb
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2007 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI Titanium X Auto 1983 Ford Sierra XR4i 2000 Alpina B10 3.3 #118 1999 BMW 323Ci 1995 BMW 318i SE 1994 Vauxhall Omega 2.0 GLS 1995 Ford Mondeo 1.8 LX 1990 Honda Concerto 1.6 EX 1986 Ford Orion 1.6 GL 1989 Ford Fiesta 1.1 Firefly |
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sailorbaz ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() (Former) Scottish Region Wean Joined: 02-August-2003 Location: Northern Ireland Status: Offline Points: 961 |
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And what about Duncan and Myself, we are still flying the flag. But aye, car is sounding lovely mate, and looks good sitting on those Eibachs! Hat off to ya! Edited by sailorbaz |
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Allan320 ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() Obsessive Detailer! Joined: 03-March-2005 Location: Glasgow Status: Offline Points: 669 |
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For your M3 I would use the klasse twins. They are a ceramic polish and glaze which are quite tough and give 8 - 12 months protection. Not only that the wet look that the glaze gives is nice too. A lot of people say zaino is good on black, but i havent tried it to give an honest oppinion, but some of the pictures that i have seen have looked good. Basically Clay your car to remove any bonded contaminents that washing cant remove this will give a better finish. Then evaluate the surface, if there are swirl marks these can be taken care of with polish or swirl remover (scratchX or SSR). Then polish the surface, seal the polish in then wax the car to give further protection. The stuff on the wheels is probably laquer as if it was unprotected polished metal without any protection it would have corroded, so it is probably the protective laquer coming off.
Anything else give me a shout :D
Here is an example of a detail with klasse and black paint.http://www.meguiars.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=3020 http://www.meguiars.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=3081 Clio 1 + 2 with Meguiarshttp://www.meguiars.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2471&st art=15 Edited by Allan320 |
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m3tiko ![]() Really Senior Member II ![]() ![]() Joined: 29-May-2005 Location: Braveheart Country..aka Pai Status: Offline Points: 1483 |
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Baz...you are so right apologises all round. Especially when I see your car still pulling at 321bhp...and duncs is the GT
![]() I'll need to get a shot of your car one of these days... Tiko |
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