MBS206 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 8 minutes ago, GTSBoy said: Just use the holes to mount a flowing fake moustache? Could screw the headlights washers there too... 1 2 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 49 minutes ago, soviet_merlin said: What about mounting the number plate higher so it covers the holes? Yeah, not so easy. The front number plate mount goes into the opening to partially attach. You can see in this pic. 55 minutes ago, GTSBoy said: Just use the holes to mount a flowing fake moustache? Yes! I'll go handlebars around the plate. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997801 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 So, I found my cover. And 12 hours later the replacement arrived. 🤷♂️ 5 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinkstaah Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Now you have a spare! 2 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997814 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBS206 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Double sided tape one to the E34! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milkmun Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Not sure how I feel about the tape, my colourblind ass can see the difference in shade easy. Where was the cover hiding? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 2 of these should work 14 hours ago, PranK said: Yeah, not so easy. The front number plate mount goes into the opening to partially attach. You can see in this pic. Yes! I'll go handlebars around the plate. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997820 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBS206 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 50 minutes ago, The Bogan said: 2 of these should work That butt plug looks a bit sharp... 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted February 20 Author Share Posted February 20 6 hours ago, The Bogan said: 2 of these should work Nice. Its a shame I have to squeeze in behind the E39 on the driveway. I'm worried about how it will feel after being impaled. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997823 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTSBoy Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Should be OK with the right lube. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997824 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bogan Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 1 hour ago, PranK said: Nice. Its a shame I have to squeeze in behind the E39 on the driveway. I'm worried about how it will feel after being impaled. Thry would be handy if someone brake checks you Like the old chariot racers images.mp4 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted February 20 Author Share Posted February 20 Yes! So much yes! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997826 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted February 23 Author Share Posted February 23 Balance to the force has been restored. 4 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-7997888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobo_11 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Great write ups / details / photos. I'm sort of on the road to E90 ownership (325i or 330i), haven't hit the fork in the road yet "Yes" | "No", and some of the issues you've faced have me nervous for the age these are getting to nowadays (that wiring, jesus), but I'm guessing the pro's of ownership are still outweighing the con's? Of course, if the bloody tattslotto ROI actually went my way...E90 M3. And I'd have the cash to do all the extra lovely maintenance THOSE require. 😄 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000061 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 Careful with posts like that around here without the flame suit on @cobo_11! 😂😂 My 330i journal is on here too. That car was so good and super reliable. We still have a 130i in the family which is almost identical to the 330i and easier to find in manual. It has also been almost faultless over the 6 or so years in the family. I used to want an M car a lot more than I do now but if I'm honest and without trying to sound like a wanker, I can get such good performance and handling out of my 335 without needing to worry about all the crap that goes along with M car ownership. I don't need to worry about my bearings or subframe issues or the cost of replacing brakes or suspension or whether it has been impeccably maintained. And I can leave it places and not get upset when it's always filthy. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000063 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 It's also worth noting that I am heavily and unconditionally biased. I've had a lot of cars including some GTRs a fair while ago. I love my BMW's now a lot. They make no sense a lot of the time and the guys on here remind me regularly that I could get something else that does what I want better and cheaper. If you're going to take on an older BMW it's definitely a commitment. If you bail on it early you'll lose money and also the ability for it to put a smile on your face. Stick with it and it just gets better. f**k I should get into advertising. 2 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000064 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobo_11 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 2 hours ago, PranK said: Careful with posts like that around here without the flame suit on @cobo_11! 😂😂 My 330i journal is on here too. That car was so good and super reliable. We still have a 130i in the family which is almost identical to the 330i and easier to find in manual. It has also been almost faultless over the 6 or so years in the family. I used to want an M car a lot more than I do now but if I'm honest and without trying to sound like a wanker, I can get such good performance and handling out of my 335 without needing to worry about all the crap that goes along with M car ownership. I don't need to worry about my bearings or subframe issues or the cost of replacing brakes or suspension or whether it has been impeccably maintained. And I can leave it places and not get upset when it's always filthy. Haha yeah I know, this is SAU after all, why are we talking about BMW's of all things!? I hear you on the 'don't have to worry about it' side of things. Having been fortunate enough to be have been able to buy a brand new motorbike or two...never really enjoyed them as much as I'd have liked as you worry so much about where you park it, will it get scratched, stolen, attempted theft, knocked over, etc...and yes dirty. Older less valuable bikes you can just go where you want and park it wherever and not really worry that much in comparison. And who cares if it gets dirty! Never owned a V8, and have had my eyes on VE / VF commodores for years but with their prices climbing so high, the M3 has come into focus more as prices are much closer than I've ever seen...is it a potential contender now?...of course need to factor in the S65 'maintenance' especially and like you said general M car 'tax'. One can dream anyway. But more on the reality front - did read the whole 330i thread as well and was a great read too, both threads enlightening as I've never even driven one of these cars! I do recall 330i didn't seem to have the same amount of issues for almost the same car (turbos and related differences notwithstanding)...perhaps down to getting it earlier in it's life so looked after better than the 335i? Perhaps so as your 130i has been good and quite similar, so finding a car that's been looked after well is the especially-crucial-BMW-first-step. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000079 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobo_11 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 2 hours ago, PranK said: It's also worth noting that I am heavily and unconditionally biased. I've had a lot of cars including some GTRs a fair while ago. I love my BMW's now a lot. They make no sense a lot of the time and the guys on here remind me regularly that I could get something else that does what I want better and cheaper. If you're going to take on an older BMW it's definitely a commitment. If you bail on it early you'll lose money and also the ability for it to put a smile on your face. Stick with it and it just gets better. f**k I should get into advertising. Noted. Have noticed BMW are more 'high maintenance' for sure. They've attracted my attention as I think the used car prices seem reasonable vs other options, and the extra quality overall vs a commodore / camry / corolla or similar of the same vintage is appealing, especially the interior, and they are more on the sporty side whereas the others mentioned can be more cruising or economical A-to-B only. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000080 Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshuaho96 Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 6 hours ago, PranK said: It's also worth noting that I am heavily and unconditionally biased. I've had a lot of cars including some GTRs a fair while ago. I love my BMW's now a lot. They make no sense a lot of the time and the guys on here remind me regularly that I could get something else that does what I want better and cheaper. If you're going to take on an older BMW it's definitely a commitment. If you bail on it early you'll lose money and also the ability for it to put a smile on your face. Stick with it and it just gets better. f**k I should get into advertising. Out here E90s are the cheapest way into a sporty-ish car because everyone knows just how expensive the repairs can get. 8-10k USD for an automatic 335i. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8000081 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PranK Posted July 31 Author Share Posted July 31 There's not a great deal to report here .... except ...... FOR .... LSD!!! I bought a Quaife LSD from the UK and shipped it here .... Wish I'd just bought locally cause the shipping and duty was $700! But there were so many diffs used in the E90s I just wanted to be absolutely certain I was getting the right one so I spoke with a supplier in the UK who builds race cars and they have heaps of experience with the E90s. I pulled the diff out which was seriously awesome - I've never done anything like that before, I must have watched 1000 videos on YT about it as well as consulting the Bentley manual. It was super easy in the end. The diff was delivered to the awesome folks at Hornsby Diffs and will be back in a few weeks. I also replaced the diff bushings with some Nolathane ones. Really looking forward to getting it back and getting back to the track or even the skidpan. 6 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/484431-my-bmw-335i/page/11/#findComment-8003150 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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