[Valve Cover Powder Coating]

Thanks guys, I took them to B&K Powder Coating. They quoted me $100 to strip and coat in black. They said they would be willing to try, even being magnesium. Hopefully I will get them back this week and give you an update on how it went.

[Valve Cover Powder Coating]

Hey all,

 

I am currently in the process of replacing the water pump, valley cover, etc. on my M62 and decided that I would do the valve cover gaskets at the same time, since they were leaking a little bit. While I have the valve covers off of the engine I am cleaning them up and got the idea to have them powder coated.

 

I was just wondering if anyone in the area has done this and knows of a place to take them? Also, what were the costs of it?

 

Any other input is appreciated as well (pros and cons of painting vs. powder coat etc.).

 

Thanks!

[Feeler???.... 5er meet, sometime, somewhere]

Let me know if you need anything Chris!

[Official-look-what-i-found-thread (craigslist, other-forums, etc)]

I agree, it is kinda cheesy but I figured somebody on here might want to take a look. It definitely wouldn't be practical at all for me, and wouldn't look that great either, but I do like the look of a little carbon fiber sometimes...

[Official Sighting Thread]

saw a maroon e30 325is about 20 minutes ago on Water St. downtown. I was in my orange '78 f250... we exchanged a laugh after I "attempted" to cut the light

[Official-look-what-i-found-thread (craigslist, other-forums, etc)]

For the few e39's on here, I know it ends in only 4 hours but its a great deal for a brand new Seibon carbon fiber hood:

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161006894261?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

I would get it myself if I had the money...

[subs]

I have 2 10" MTX Audio subs in a single box with a 1200 watt Nitro amp. It adds just enough bass for my taste, without going overboard. Got them cheap from a friend, and wired them into my e36 along with a JVC head unit. It sounded pretty good but I wanted more midrange, as e36's arent great when it comes to that. Once I got my e39, I wired them into the stock head unit and they sound perfect. I have all of the range that I would like, and that little extra loudness when I feel like it. Now I just need to replace a couple of the stock speakers which have been blown slightly. Looking into Rainbow brand for those, just waiting for some money.

[Feeler???.... 5er meet, sometime, somewhere]

I would definitely be in for a 5er meet! Wouldn't be able to be in charge of it, but willing to help out Chris if he would need it.

[New Member e39]

Great to see more e39 drivers on here!

[WIN a WI BIMMERS euro plate photo contest.]

Not a very good pic, but figured I better take part since I just joined!

Me and the beast...