[ZKing1208]

Originally Posted by jtn001

Finally put the carbon fiber spoiler on with my bros help

IMG_0850 by tnn123, on Flickr

IMG_0849 by tnn123, on Flickr

IMG_0848 by tnn123, on Flickr

You mind posting a couple pictures standing behind the car!

[DrifterX]

Originally Posted by jtn001

Finally put the carbon fiber spoiler on with my bros help

Did you remove the coating before applying the spoiler? I'd like to eventually put a paint coating (thinking CQuartz for now) on my car as well but not sure if I should install my spoiler before or after applying the coating. I don't know if it'll eventually lose adhesion if installed over a coating.

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by DrifterX

Did you remove the coating before applying the spoiler? I'd like to eventually put a paint coating (thinking CQuartz for now) on my car as well but not sure if I should install my spoiler before or after applying the coating. I don't know if it'll eventually lose adhesion if installed over a coating.

I left the coating on mine, just cleaned it well beforehand. The key to getting it to stick well is by using 3m adhesion promoter. Don't just use the tape. Fit should be perfect if you get OEM.

I would install the spoiler now before the coating. That way when they do the coating, they will cover the spoiler as well! I had opticoat on my last 328i and did the same.

[mtx450]

Originally Posted by ZKing1208

You mind posting a couple pictures standing behind the car!

This! Is this the same spoiler that BMW offers as a port installed option on the 340i?

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by mtx450

This! Is this the same spoiler that BMW offers as a port installed option on the 340i?

Yes, this is the OEM BMW Performance CF Spoiler.

Will try to post some pics soon when I get the 437 reps on.

[Tnt123]

Got a chance to mount the 437 wheels on today. Also plasti-dipped the emblem last week. Here are some shots I took this morning:

[platty]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

Got a chance to mount the 437 wheels on today. Also plasti-dipped the emblem last week. Here are some shots I took this morning:

Looks fantastic! :thumbs: What's next?

[jmg]

Those wheels look good on your car!

[Zel335]

What did you use to apply the spoiler?

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by Zel335

What did you use to apply the spoiler?

This:

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Adhesion-Pr.../dp/B004TGJU2A

The OEM spoiler already has adhesive tape on the underside already. The adhesion promoter will make the bond stronger.

My brother also used some 3m painters tape to make sure that the spoiler was symmetrical and even on the trunk

[Zel335]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

This:

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Adhesion-Pr.../dp/B004TGJU2A

The OEM spoiler already has adhesive tape on the underside already. The adhesion promoter will make the bond stronger.

My brother also used some 3m painters tape to make sure that the spoiler was symmetrical and even on the trunk

Thanks I'll pick some of that up.

[Tnt123]

[QUOTE=Tnt123;19139230]Just picked her up last week.

[jmg]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

Here are some new shots a friend took for me in DT LA

Those are nice shots and all, and I don't want to be a KJ, but you should stay off those tracks. It's not original, too many people get hurt, and it's not worth perpetuating the trend that is, frankly, cliche. No professional photographers should be shooting on active tracks without a permit and closures and spotters, let alone amateurs. Sorry, again I don't want to be a buzzkill, but too many needless deaths because some photographer thought the tracks were "cool". They are not cool, they're kinda boring, and they are definitely not worth it.

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by jmg

Those are nice shots and all, and I don't want to be a KJ, but you should stay off those tracks. It's not original, too many people get hurt, and it's not worth perpetuating the trend that is, frankly, cliche. No professional photographers should be shooting on active tracks without a permit and closures and spotters, let alone amateurs. Sorry, again I don't want to be a buzzkill, but too many needless deaths because some photographer thought the tracks were "cool". They are not cool, they're kinda boring, and they are definitely not worth it.

I'm pretty sure these aren't active tracks. The train in the back of the picture is disabled and is more of an "art piece". Felt pretty safe with sunlight still out; as a matter fact there were two cops there ticketing someone for doing a burnout in the lot. The cops saw us on the tracks and didn't say anything. There were also about 3 other cars doign the same thing we were doing and the cops didn't care.

There was also a truck meet right before we came so I would be really surprised if a train came along lol..

[jmg]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

There was also a truck meet right before we came so I would be really surprised if a train came along lol..

Every single time a train has killed or injured someone who was on or near the tracks, it was a surprise to them too. Glad nothing happened; be safe!

[Airdog]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

Just picked her up last week.

Finally had a chance to wash, clay, and apply Klasse AIO + SG (2 coats).

Now I hope it doesn't rain for 2 months...

IMG_0781 by tnn123, on Flickr

I know I will get embarrassed by my rookie question .... But I must ask :

What do you mean "clay and apply Klasse AIO +SG"?

I pick up my 340 in a few weeks and want to do it right ..... Thx

[Airdog]

Originally Posted by Airdog

I know I will get embarrassed by my rookie question .... But I must ask :

What do you mean "clay and apply Klasse AIO +SG"?

I pick up my 340 in a few weeks and want to do it right ..... Thx

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[2015M4inCT]

Looks good! what size spacers?

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by Airdog

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Wash with a decontamination soap such as Chem Guys Citrus wash (using a high concentration). You don't want to use this soap on every wash as it strips all of the waxes, etc.

Then buy a clay bar kit and clay the whole car.

After the clay, apply a layer of Klasse All in One. Klasse AIO is a cleaner wax which will prep the surface.

Then apply at least 2 coats of Klasse Super Glaze Sealant, waiting at least 12 hours between coats.

That should cover your car for the next year or two

[Tnt123]

Originally Posted by 340i6MT

Looks good! what size spacers?

No spacers!

The wheel offsets were perfect and aggressive. No rubbing at all.

The front and rear offsets were 35mm

[Airdog]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

Wash with a decontamination soap such as Chem Guys Citrus wash (using a high concentration). You don't want to use this soap on every wash as it strips all of the waxes, etc.

Then buy a clay bar kit and clay the whole car.

After the clay, apply a layer of Klasse All in One. Klasse AIO is a cleaner wax which will prep the surface.

Then apply at least 2 coats of Klasse Super Glaze Sealant, waiting at least 12 hours between coats.

That should cover your car for the next year or two

Thx for the direction .....

Last dumb question (this hour) - what do u mean "clay the whole car"? Similar to waxing?

[Airdog]

Originally Posted by Tnt123

Got a chance to mount the 437 wheels on today. Also plasti-dipped the emblem last week. Here are some shots I took this morning:

image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr


image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr

image by tnn123, on Flickr

Damn that's sharp !!