vbhargava

Hoping to get back into project mode w/the M5 next month. This summer the focus has been on my new daily.
Couple of immediate tasks:
DSP Amp replacement + reinstall BlueBus PDR on hood - highway debris Power steering lines Aesthetic refresh due to backroads driving (conflicted about this one) Front and rear bumper replacement Headlight replacement  

Hoping to get back into project mode w/the M5 next month. This summer the focus has been on my new daily.
Couple of immediate tasks:
DSP Amp replacement + reinstall BlueBus PDR on hood - highway debris Power steering lines Aesthetic refresh due to backroads driving (conflicted about this one) Front and rear bumper replacement Headlight replacement  

Hit a mileage milestone. 8000 miles under my ownership which I'm realizing now is over $1/mile in just maintenance 🤦‍♂️

Hit a mileage milestone. 8000 miles under my ownership which I'm realizing now is over $1/mile in just maintenance 🤦‍♂️

Hit a mileage milestone. 8000 miles under my ownership which I'm realizing now is over $1/mile in just maintenance 🤦‍♂️

Minor safety upgrade:

Two small projects down:
Got the car back on the road after upgrading the pressure accumulator and coolant reservoir. 

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@YoungCR @patsbimmer1 
Installation: Super easy. Took 10 min. 
Pros:
Planted in the seat - I didnt realize how much of a difference this makes on backroads. Normally you are constantly compensating for lean with your body and arms, freeing yourself up from that lets you focus on car control and other inputs Easy for daily use - Takes 30 seconds to go from 3 point seat belt --> 4 point harness Airbag remains intact - not all harness setups allow for this Bolt-in Install - This was really important to me since E39 M5s are appreciating and I didnt want to drill anything out Harness Grips - recommend purchasing. Soo much easier tighten the harness Cons:
Wasnt expecting the shoulder pain. Makes sense why they make harness pads Overall: 10/10 - wish I had done this sooner

Very cool, nice that you can easily switch to 3 point for daily use

After all the work last summer the car needed an alignment and KMR did a great job. Looking forward to getting out and testing it on the backroads soon. 
 
 

After all the work last summer the car needed an alignment and KMR did a great job. Looking forward to getting out and testing it on the backroads soon. 
 
 

First time at the picnic and it was great! Soo much diversity within the e30s and lots of personal touches.

First time at the picnic and it was great! Soo much diversity within the e30s and lots of personal touches.

Big thanks to everyone who made it out today. Fantastic turnout as usual, probably 100 cars throughout the day. Also, thanks Glen for helping out with directing traffic! Cool to see Chris Young win the main raffle prize.

You are doing it right

Finally got a hold of some OEM wheels. Still cant believe I ran through the rear tires in 6k miles. 😂

such a good and easy fix!

Finally got a hold of some OEM wheels. Still cant believe I ran through the rear tires in 6k miles. 😂

Finally got a hold of some OEM wheels. Still cant believe I ran through the rear tires in 6k miles. 😂

Looking forward to it. Bringing my 88 vert.

Holy shit dude. might finally meet you in person. 

Looking forward to it. Bringing my 88 vert.

Holy shit dude. might finally meet you in person. 

@P_Roloff Did mine last year and used the Garagistic ones too. Super easy to do. 

Finally had a chance to drive and take care of some minor maintenance items.
Tune: Wow, its freaking amazing. I wish I had done this 2.5 years ago when I bought the car. The tune/injector combination provide increased power throughout the rev range but especially below 4K. Its better everywhere without adding any harshness or reducing daily drivability.  (cant say the same for the M5 tune)
Battery replaced: Finally I dont have to jump the car every time!
Coolant Reservoir: 32 years is old enough for that plastic.