DKM3Power's 2011 M3 Coupe Mod Journal...

[DKX4///M]

With the beautiful weather this weekend I whipped out the wax/polish, Also got rids of some external mods (ie. diffuser & splitters) and got some new tires bc of the Michelin 265 & 285's rubbing...

Continental Contisport 5P 255/35/19, 285/30/19's...

[Helmsman]

Wow, the finish of your paint DKM is simply stunning!

Remind me, how do you go about and what products are your favorites to get that look?

Cheers

[DKX4///M]

Originally Posted by Helmsman

Wow, the finnish of your paint DKM is simply stunning!

Remind me, how do you go about and what products are your favorites to get that look?

Cheers

I have a secret weapon, I'll PM you the link...Tell me its not the best stuff u ever used...

Its pricey and hard to get so in between i use turtle wax black spray detailer and surf city spray wax..

Check PMS

[Raek]

When am I gonna see ya around? I need more M friends out here...hahaha

[digitalpersona]

Very nice build thread. I really like the paint finish as well. Being that I also have a jet black, and I also hail from the great Island, do mind sharing what your secret weapon is?
Cheers.

[DKX4///M]

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Originally Posted by digitalpersona

Very nice build thread. I really like the paint finish as well. Being that I also have a jet black, and I also hail from the great Island, do mind sharing what your secret weapon is?
Cheers.

https://www.croftgateusa.com



Aquanil & quick n slick in that order will give your car the most insane shine...

In between I use Turtle Wax Black Spray Detailer, and Surf City Black Spray wax...This a present to those who visit my thread...Let's all keep this a little secret shall me, as once you use it, you will understand why...My paint looks MUCH shinier in person believe it or not...

[DKX4///M]

Finally bought a go pro and caught it on Camera...Check it out...

[DKX4///M]

Huge turnout this AM. Some really exotic cars...Only got to snap an few shots though...

[DKX4///M]

My M3 vs Z06 Corvette(20-100mph)

https://youtu.be/hQJlQj9x4_Q

[DKX4///M]

About to order some parts and switch up the look again...Thinking about a c/f or paint matched GT3 full lip, C/f roof spoiler, and back to the raised white tire lettering again

[DKX4///M]

Any Locals out there, I'm in Suffolk County NY (Long Island)...Looking to make some trades to tone down what I would call my childish side of the car...(Not that I'm mature, but women and my clients don't appreciate certain aspects, and I'm sick of the police attention...

Looking to trade my Fabspeed X-Pipe for OEM + Cash. Fabspeed X-Pipe made a HUGE power/sound difference. Since I am running test pipes and a rear section it just is a tad loud for me for everyday driving.

Also Looking to sell/trade my Ray's G07EX 19's for ZCP 359M's or some aftermarket wheels
Details:Matte Graphite - 9.5" Wide Front, 10.5" Rear...Offset: 25. 5 x 120

Plenty of pics and sound clips for these things in this journal.

Looking for a Firm $1500/neg for the wheels alone, $2000 for wheels w/ tires...The fronts are Contisport SSR 265/35/19 with 80+% Tread, Rears are BRAND-NEW (Getting installed today) Yokohama ADVANS A/S All season tires 275/35/19.

Open to many trades. 18"-19"s, ZCP wheels or other silver or gunmetal aftermarket wheels...Nothing too heavy or with non-agressive off sets..Call 631-617-0991

Here are Some Pics:

[DKX4///M]

Video from when I was trying to trade my entire setup.

Click Link:

My Exhaust Coomercial (Youtube)

[ZEEM3R]

Originally Posted by DKM3Power

Any Locals out there, I'm in Suffolk County NY (Long Island)...Looking to make some trades to tone down what I would call my childish side of the car...(Not that I'm mature, but women and my clients don't appreciate certain aspects, and I'm sick of the police attention...

Looking to trade my Fabspeed X-Pipe for OEM + Cash. Fabspeed X-Pipe made a HUGE power/sound difference. Since I am running test pipes and a rear section it just is a tad loud for me for everyday driving.

Also Looking to sell/trade my Ray's G07EX 19's (Matte Graphite Finish)
(57 Motorsports: GO7EX), 9.5" Wide Front, 10.5" Rear...Offset: 25.

Plenty of pics and sound clips for these things in this journal.

Looking for a Firm $1500/neg for the wheels alone, $2000 for wheels w/ tires...The fronts are Contisport SSR 265/35/19 with 80+% Tread, Rears are BRAND-NEW (Getting installed today) Yokohama ADVANS A/S All season tires 275/35/19.

Open to many trades. 18"-19"s, ZCP wheels or other silver or gunmetal aftermarket wheels...Nothing too heavy or with non-agressive off sets..Call 631-617-0991

Here are Some Pics:

Haha see bro! Now you know how I felt driving with a similar setup every day of the week. I give you props though, you lasted a lot longer with this setup than I did.

+1 for a great seller and buyer!

[DKX4///M]

Originally Posted by ZEEM3R

Haha see bro! Now you know how I felt driving with a similar setup every day of the week. I give you props though, you lasted a lot longer with this setup than I did.

+1 for a great seller and buyer!

Haha. I love it, just it turns the car from a chick magnet, to "whats wrong with your car?", "why's it sound like that" LMAO.

Figure, Leave the test pipes for the HP gains, get OEM or an aftermarket X-Pipe w/ HFC. Should be a good balance haha.

Check ur inbox Zeem. New numer, text me back so I have ya. Martino Auto Concepts in about a week, you gotta go!.

[DKX4///M]

While I have premium sound. I needed a little bit more on the low end so I added a Kicker 12" with a claimed 1200 watt / 2 channel amped. (Probably 400w) bridged the power to the sub and insulated so rattle prone interior pieces, and I'm very pleased with the results...

Here's some pics, and a Video of the final product....

Next up, Factory looking android In Dash multimedia player...

[DKX4///M]

Being that the last few winters were record snow & low temps and I've refused to switch my tires, I'm lucky to have survived...This year I finally learned from my mistakes. Just arrived: (4) Yokohama Advan A/S tires. 255/35/19 & 275/35/19...

Bought on-sale off TireR*ck.c0m for less than $800 shipped.

[Bugsy27]

I've just read this whole thread and love what you've done with the car!

Glad you didn't go all black with the wheels, looks much better. I'm trying to do the same with my M, its space grey but don't want to go for the black wheels, possibly a gunmetal grey slightly darker than the paintwork

What else have you got planned?

[Yoddha]

Originally Posted by DKM3Power

suspension n spoiler going on this week...

I've been looking for a reputable company to get tire lettering for the longest time. Would you mind letting me know where you bought yours from? Beautiful car btw.

[DKX4///M]

Originally Posted by Bugsy27

I've just read this whole thread and love what you've done with the car!

Glad you didn't go all black with the wheels, looks much better. I'm trying to do the same with my M, its space grey but don't want to go for the black wheels, possibly a gunmetal grey slightly darker than the paintwork

What else have you got planned?

Thanks bro. Looks-wise, I'm just about done. I' m aiming to supercharger on the car by summer.

I also did away with the large ported box and 1200w "Nitro" amp. Bought a brand new sealed box with a "Championship series" Pioneer 1ohm stable Mono Amp.

An OEM looking multimedia head unit is in the cards as well.

But thanks for the compliments

[DKX4///M]

Originally Posted by M__3__R__A__G__E

I've been looking for a reputable company to get tire lettering for the longest time. Would you mind letting me know where you bought yours from? Beautiful car btw.

Tread Wear Letters

If you go to the gallery on the site, you'll actually find a number of pictures of my car.

Let me know if you have any questions about ordering or installation.

And thanks for the comps

[DKX4///M]

-Pioneer 1600w Max (@1 ohm) ***"1 ohm stable :/) Amplifier

-Kicker 12" CVX 4ohm Dual Voice Coil Sub

-Planet Audio 2.0 Farad Power Cap

-4 Gauge wiring Kit

Sounds clean and hits, not quite as loud as I'd like but figuring out the easiest thing to upgrade...

[Helmsman]

Look dynamit DKM, still hear the engine I hope!