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Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 03-04-2025, 05:05 PM
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Posted By Z K
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Forum: M3 vs.... 03-03-2025, 04:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,995
Posted By Z K
It probably won't be a popular choice on a BMW...

It probably won't be a popular choice on a BMW forum.

I bought a Nissan S15 Silvia Spec R. It's something I always wanted since I was a teenager and one of the forbidden fruit that was never...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 02-06-2025, 02:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 951
Posted By Z K
DSC will definitely use rear brakes more than the...

DSC will definitely use rear brakes more than the front if you are pushing the car. It will apply the brakes to keep the car from spinning the tires or prevent you sliding sideways too much. It...
Forum: Wheels + Tires Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-03-2025, 06:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 241
Posted By Z K
15mm is a little much for the rear. You might...

15mm is a little much for the rear. You might need to see where it is rubbing. There is a bolt and ledge that attaches the bumper to the rear fender and the fender liner. You can cut it off or...
Forum: Wheels + Tires Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-30-2025, 03:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 463
Posted By Z K
Be careful when ceramic coating wheels - do not...

Be careful when ceramic coating wheels - do not coat the inner barrel. Wheel weights will not stick anymore. I've had wheel weights fly off when driving.

Some say to ceramic coat the barrel...
Forum: M3 vs.... 01-28-2025, 02:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,995
Posted By Z K
I have my M340i still. The E90 M3 which I owned...

I have my M340i still. The E90 M3 which I owned for 15 years has been sold as I have a new to me garage queen now to replace it.

I would probably drive my M340i if I had to commute a lot. It is...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 01-28-2025, 12:58 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 54,823
Posted By Z K
Endless Japan has updated their pad catalog with...

Endless Japan has updated their pad catalog with new pad shapes. They list a EIP350 for April 2022+ cars. The older cars were EIP300 which is also called EP535 for the new A90 Toyota Supra. In...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 01-16-2025, 03:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Bump, price lowered

Bump, price lowered
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 12-24-2024, 09:02 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 54,823
Posted By Z K
In Japan, there is no “base” Brembo brakes. All...

In Japan, there is no “base” Brembo brakes. All M340i/M440i come with the US market optional upgraded brakes. It is standard equipment in Japan. If you have the normal Brembos, they’re the ones for...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 12-19-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Bump, price lowered

Bump, price lowered
Forum: Interior Parts 12-19-2024, 04:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 649
Posted By Z K
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Forum: Interior Parts 11-10-2024, 10:10 PM
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Views: 649
Posted By Z K
FS: Driver Recaro seat slider and Wedge bracket

Selling my Recaro seat slider and Wedge bracket. This will fit e92/90. I used it on my e90 M3. Be aware that on e90, you will need to mount the seat belt bottom attachment to the seat bolt. On...
Forum: B58 6-Cylinder Turbo Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Modifications 11-07-2024, 11:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 510
Posted By Z K
I have to add a liter between oil changes in my...

I have to add a liter between oil changes in my normal driving with stop and go and short trips.

If I do a spirited mountain road weekend drive, it can consume 1/2 liter in a short period.
...
Forum: B58 6-Cylinder Turbo Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Modifications 11-07-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,467
Posted By Z K
The Dinan Sport works better than the JB+. It...

The Dinan Sport works better than the JB+. It connects to the throttle so it knows how much extra boost to give at different throttle positions. The power comes on very smoothly. JB+ just adds...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 10-17-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 755
Posted By Z K
I would not go BC Racing. I ran them a long time...

I would not go BC Racing. I ran them a long time ago. When new, they are ok. This is when most people review them because they just installed it and it is comfortable. But... they have pillowball...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 10-17-2024, 11:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,524
Posted By Z K
What is "hard" or "soft" is kinda hard to define....

What is "hard" or "soft" is kinda hard to define. Ohlins is a very "hard" suspension in that it has high rebound and spring rates. Yet, it is very comfortable because of it's design that keeps the...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 10-17-2024, 11:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,524
Posted By Z K
I have not used an ST XA nor a KW V2 before. I...

I have not used an ST XA nor a KW V2 before. I have had 3 sets of KW V3 on a few cars. I don't know how the KW V2 compares to a ST XA. The V3, I had them on my BMW M3, it was a great set up -...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 10-16-2024, 12:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,524
Posted By Z K
The technology is not the same. Special Active...

The technology is not the same. Special Active is Koni's technology for ride comfort. In situations with multiple bumps, it will not rebound as fast and will lose tire grip when pushed to the limit...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 10-15-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 54,823
Posted By Z K
The MX72+ will have much better braking...

The MX72+ will have much better braking performance if will be pushing the car hard. It will also dust up more and possibly have some noise in street driving - that is the trade off. Type PS is not...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 09-19-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 54,823
Posted By Z K
If you've given up on the HC-CS, which is usually...

If you've given up on the HC-CS, which is usually what I run on track, the Project Mu Racing 999 is very good. ME22 should be similar to the PMU equivalents. But heavy cars will eat brakes so...
Forum: General M3 Forum (E90 + E92 + E93) 09-05-2024, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,070
Posted By Z K
Have you looked into getting motor mounts? The...

Have you looked into getting motor mounts? The engine mounts usually get worn out every 50-60k miles. When the mounts are new, the whole engine and oil pan sits higher so less chance of scraping. ...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 08-30-2024, 05:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
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Forum: Wheels + Tires Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-28-2024, 12:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By Z K
I'm running 18x9.5 +15 with 275/35 RE71RS (very...

I'm running 18x9.5 +15 with 275/35 RE71RS (very square sidewalls and wide tires, much wider than PS4S) on all 4 corners and no issues at all. Top of the front and rear tire tucks neatly under the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 08-13-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Bump, price drop

Bump, price drop
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 06-26-2024, 06:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Bump

Bump
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 06-06-2024, 09:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Cleaned and boxed in original packaging. Ready...

Cleaned and boxed in original packaging. Ready for the new owner!
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 06-06-2024, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Bump, price updated

Bump, price updated
Forum: Wheels and Tires Items 05-13-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Posted By Z K
Volk Racing classic TE37 SL 18x9.5 +15 5x120 NEAR MINT IN BOX

NO TRADES.

Selling my TE37, these were on my BMW M3. NO TIRES are included. The wheels are about 1 year old and less than 3000 miles driven. Purchased brand new from authorized dealer. Gyeon...
Forum: Suspension / Chassis / Brakes 03-29-2024, 08:28 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 54,823
Posted By Z K
Might be because of the physical design of the...

Might be because of the physical design of the caliper. The inside side is where the brake lines attach. The brake fluid will flow to the inside pistons first and those get pushed into the rotor...
Forum: N20, N26, B46, B48 Turbo Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust Modifications 03-11-2024, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,936
Posted By Z K
Let's not forget the valve cover oil leaks and...

Let's not forget the valve cover oil leaks and other nuisance issues but otherwise the N20/26 is pretty reliable. If you had a 2016 328i, the chain tensioner is not an issue at all as it was updated...
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