[danxgold]

Put on a tu fuel pump and retuned the car pushing 520hp with about 550torque on 93

[AndrewC1989]

Originally Posted by danb1979

Interior got a deep clean after moving various fruit bushes and potting compost yesterday...

OEM BMW velour mats reinstated also

Looks like you need some rust remover for the bottom right screw on the gas pedal. I use CLR, works great and doesn't stain or damage anything.

[440i6MT]

Bought a new shifter - classic knob, from the F8x with illumination.

Bit pricey, but it'll refresh an important aspect of the interior & add a nice touch.
I thought about the M-Perf shifter options, but I love the traditional look.

Picture post when it arrives

[Skyhigh]

Originally Posted by AndrewC1989

Looks like you need some rust remover for the bottom right screw on the gas pedal. I use CLR, works great and doesn't stain or damage anything.

Interesting!! I have some surface rust on that exact screw too! Bottom right, only on it! Haven‘t gottena round to clean it and think of a good way to seal it.

[toxik]

Originally Posted by 440i6MT

Bought a new shifter - classic knob, from the F8x with illumination.

Bit pricey, but it'll refresh an important aspect of the interior & add a nice touch.
I thought about the M-Perf shifter options, but I love the traditional look.

Picture post when it arrives

are you planning on doing the wire splicing for illumination? i posted a diy on it a couple years ago incase you need instructions on it.

[440i6MT]

Originally Posted by toxik

are you planning on doing the wire splicing for illumination? i posted a diy on it a couple years ago incase you need instructions on it.

I have your DIY open on one of my Safari tabs lol

[Jvac]

Originally Posted by krith

Thanks! I have all this save for the 2 prong tool. I was curious how one would get around the sides of the bushing to get purchases on the metal lip of the sub frame. I see now.
But your experience with them being stubborn to remove is on par with my research. I was almost thinking of buying the right size hole saw drill bit and completely coring out the bushings. Still may do this. I like over-planning ^_^

https://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=19732767

[AndrewC1989]

Originally Posted by Skyhigh

Interesting!! I have some surface rust on that exact screw too! Bottom right, only on it! Haven‘t gottena round to clean it and think of a good way to seal it.

Yeah that’s the dummy screw, it apparently isn’t stainless steel/coated properly like the 3 real ones because it rusts every winter. Fortunately you can clean it off, just be proactive about it and it shouldn’t be an issue.

[Skyhigh]

Ah, that explains the difference! Now that you said it I remembered that not all 4 were real. It has been a while since I installed it.
Will clean it soon but am thinking of putting some clearcoat on top to seal it… especially since it is not a functional screw, it wouldn’t matter really,

[timelyfinch]

Installed the Alpha One amp into the F31 that left the factoy with the HiFi system.

It’s pretty good. Clearer, crisper, louder. Decent difference for just an amp. Biggest problem is now I’m tempted to do some speaker upgrades.

[WeAreVenom]

Installed an aftermarket 15” screen, upgrade from the 10.25”, and I’m loving it! Recently put a couple new trim pieces too. And of course gave it a good wash. BTW, Chemical Guys Black Magic soap is amaaaazing!

Next step is a paint correction and then put on a replacement carbon fiber lip

[space_2001]

Installed some Komi SAs onto my wagon and it rides incredibly. Especially given the old struts and shocks were 10 yrs old.

[djacinto]

Originally Posted by space_2001

Installed some Komi SAs onto my wagon and it rides incredibly. Especially given the old struts and shocks were 10 yrs old.

Been loving mine! Installed just over a year ago now and it’s great

[Livetodrive]

“Installed an aftermarket 15” screen, upgrade from the 10.25”, and I’m loving it!“. Nice job!
I see you have a 2016. So do I. I installed a v4.1 head unit and had it coded to upgrade to Apple Car Play. How did you do it? Which 15 in. screen did you install? Did it need to be coded? Also, more pictures please, of the mounting area and from the front of the car.

[rlesko]

Originally Posted by Livetodrive

“Installed an aftermarket 15” screen, upgrade from the 10.25”, and I’m loving it!“. Nice job!
I see you have a 2016. So do I. I installed a v4.1 head unit and had it coded to upgrade to Apple Car Play. How did you do it? Which 15 in. screen did you install? Did it need to be coded? Also, more pictures please, of the mounting area and from the front of the car.

This looks like an aftermarket solution. It’s not an OEM solution like you did.

[Livetodrive]

Originally Posted by rlesko

This looks like an aftermarket solution. It’s not an OEM solution like you did.

Yes, I have a nice install. Everything works and looks normal. This was my third Apple Car Play attempt:
1 - My original head unit, v. 2.3, was coded over the web. It kept crashing and the backup camera display was intermittent. Luckily, the coder was able to restore the original ID4 program.
2 - I bought a v. 4.1 head unit off eBay. It arrived with a cd inside. I installed it but the new coder said it was defective.
3 - The eBay seller exchanged the head unit with another v.4.1 head unit. Third time’s the charm - it worked.

Words of caution for those attempting this:
- There are European v. 4.1 head units showing up on eBay. I was told they won’t receive Sirius XM.
- I bought a 25 amp. Stanley charger from Amazon to keep the battery charged during coding. It worked well.

I can’t say enough about Straight Six Auto parts on eBay. I bought the head unit from them. Their price was reasonable (for a used head unit!) and they stuck with me through my issues. If you’re interested in doing this I would contact them to see if they have the part, even if it isn’t listed.

Codemybimmer was awesome. Steve checked out several head unit listings for me until he found a good one. The coding to ID6 went well.

My only problem is that Automatic Map Updates is now synced to the new head unit’s original region, not mine, and I was unable to change it. BMW Connected Drive opened a case to resolve the issue.

I updated the GPS map in the replacement head unit by myself. I bought the latest map online and installed it with a USB drive.

[rlesko]

Originally Posted by Livetodrive

Yes, I have a nice install. Everything works and looks normal. This was my third Apple Car Play attempt:
1 - My original head unit, v. 2.3, was coded over the web. It kept crashing and the backup camera display was intermittent. Luckily, the coder was able to restore the original ID4 program.
2 - I bought a v. 4.1 head unit off eBay. It arrived with a cd inside. I installed it but the new coder said it was defective.
3 - The eBay seller exchanged the head unit with another v.4.1 head unit. Third time’s the charm - it worked.

Words of caution for those attempting this:
- There are European v. 4.1 head units showing up on eBay. I was told they won’t receive Sirius XM.
- I bought a 25 amp. Stanley charger from Amazon to keep the battery charged during coding. It worked well.

I can’t say enough about Straight Six Auto parts on eBay. I bought the head unit from them. Their price was reasonable (for a used head unit!) and they stuck with me through my issues. If you’re interested in doing this I would contact them to see if they have the part, even if it isn’t listed.

Codemybimmer was awesome. Steve checked out several head unit listings for me until he found a good one. The coding to ID6 went well.

My only problem is that Automatic Map Updates is now synced to the new head unit’s original region, not mine, and I was unable to change it. BMW Connected Drive opened a case to resolve the issue.

I updated the GPS map in the replacement head unit by myself. I bought the latest map online and installed it with a USB drive.

You don't need coding to install those aftermarket android screens, as they are not running from the head unit itself. They come with a wiring harness that splits the quadlock harness on the vehicle. They do not integrate with the car as well as OEM solution (for example, HUD doesn't show information that it otherwise would, such as the current song playing).

[HeartbreakerF80]

Installed BlackLine aluminum paddles and black gloss shifter cover and parking button. Really really loving the way the oyster interior looks with the gloss black accents and carbon trim.

[kykyhalim]

Installing yellow lemon drl

[WeAreVenom]

Originally Posted by Livetodrive

“Installed an aftermarket 15” screen, upgrade from the 10.25”, and I’m loving it!“. Nice job!
I see you have a 2016. So do I. I installed a v4.1 head unit and had it coded to upgrade to Apple Car Play. How did you do it? Which 15 in. screen did you install? Did it need to be coded? Also, more pictures please, of the mounting area and from the front of the car.

Thanks. It was this one here:
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mr7Y19U

Pretty simple and straightforward, connects to the head unit and you can still switch to the NBT menu from it. Runs off of Android and has wireless Apple CarPlay, no coding needed. Mount is built in and connects to the same 2 screws as the OEM screens

[B58 _gran_coupe_]

Replaced a crappy cs style carbon fiber trunk spoiler with a bigger high kick. Test fit before I polish the lid and install it. Love how huge it is

[WeAreVenom]

Replaced the left low beam bulb, went out a couple days ago. Can’t imagine paying the dealership to do it