So long F series - F30luxline's Journal

f30luxline · 12-17-2014, 11:41 PM

I figured I would start a Journal, showing modifications that I have done. I will list my mods, show some pics and update when necessary.

JB4 - I daily map 7 with an e85 mix of 45ish% ethanol

Injen intake

ER catless DP

ER Charge pipe

BC Racing coilovers

Megan Racing rear/upper control arms

Beyern Mesh wheels - 19x8.5 et40 (235/35) 19x9.5 et45 (265/30") 5mm spacers all around. Toyo T1-R tires

M sport grilles

Keyhole cover

Chrome front signal bulbs, iJDMTOY LED DRL, MTEC Cosmos Blue headlights

BMS oil catch can - The tabs broke on the hose connector, these were very brittle and broke when depressed during removal. I used some heat-shrink to ensure this connection doesn't come loose.

Exterior Pics

Links to other mods
Modified stock exhaust
ER FMIC

Lighting
MTEC Cosmos Blue headlights
MTEC Golden Yellow fogs
Removed parking bulbs

CODING
DVD in motion
Navigation ack removed
///M logo on cluster upon startup
SAT
Sport +
Doors unlock with ignition
Window roll-up with fob
DRL and Parking light bulb check disabled
Front signals off with parking/head lights

BlkD12agon · 12-18-2014, 12:31 AM

VMRWheels · 12-18-2014, 02:15 PM

Good stuff! Any feedback on the Megan arms? Looking to run those on my F22

f30luxline · 12-18-2014, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlkD12agon

Quote:

Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Good stuff! Any feedback on the Megan arms? Looking to run those on my F22

I have had the arms installed for about 1k miles. So far so good, we will see what the future brings us.

I don't track, drive aggressive or carve corners at 70mph.

The welds look as good as any. The steel is just carbon steel, nothing superior like chromoly or high strength. The powder coat finish was good. I was leery on it being Megan Racing but these are the only option for us F30's.

ATLBlue · 12-18-2014, 04:30 PM

Nice, Subscribed!

badsha · 12-18-2014, 05:50 PM

Any change in the response of the car after the cat delete and tune?

f30luxline · 12-18-2014, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badsha

Any change in the response of the car after the cat delete and tune?

yes

f30luxline · 12-21-2014, 11:09 AM

I added the BMS catch can. The install was very simple. I did run into a problem where the locking tabs on the hose connector broke off. These were extremely brittle on my car. I have added heat-shrink tubing to this connection to keep it together.

I also updated the first post with some miscellaneous items I have done like bulbs and coding.

giorgioarmani · 12-21-2014, 11:20 AM

amazing looking.

JoshB25 · 12-22-2014, 09:48 AM

The keyhole mod.... does it require taking the interior door card off? Cheers

f30luxline · 12-22-2014, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshB25

The keyhole mod.... does it require taking the interior door card off? Cheers

It does not. It's really easy to install.

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=701997

I don't recall having to pull on the handle during installation. Some people have stated doing so will mis-align the connection for the handle to key cylinder.

f30luxline · 12-22-2014, 10:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by giorgioarmani

amazing looking.

DrivenByE30 · 12-22-2014, 10:27 AM

Would be greater if yoy could send at least one pic of the whole car...

Looking to see more

JoshB25 · 12-22-2014, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by f30luxline

It does not. It's really easy to install.

http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=701997

I don't recall having to pull on the handle during installation. Some people have stated doing so will mis-align the connection for the handle to key cylinder.

Cheers mate

f30luxline · 12-22-2014, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrivenByE30

Would be greater if yoy could send at least one pic of the whole car...

Looking to see more

I added a few pics. I originally had a few pics showing the whole car. I re-did the post using URL for the pics instead of uploading them to the site, I guess I forgot to repost them.

I have noticed that I don't take many pics of the drivers side for some reason

///Cardia · 01-10-2015, 11:31 PM

Nice Bimmer F30Lux!

DrivenByE30 · 01-11-2015, 12:02 AM

Looking awesome !

A bit toi low for my taste and the tint too dark,
But otherwise, perfect modsll and looking awesome !

tboooe · 01-11-2015, 01:23 AM

Very nice. I'm considering the BC Racing coils. What are your thoughts on them?

Aapparition90 · 01-11-2015, 03:06 AM

nice, can you do a standalone front facing pic for the lights at night

wolves · 01-11-2015, 03:10 AM

Looks great! I like the keyhole cover, will need to look into those.
Ignorant question - does the lux line only have the Eco Pro, Comfort and regular Sport settings only? No Sport+ from factory?
I'm completely base line so would be interested in coding if possible.

smithf80 · 01-11-2015, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolves

Looks great! I like the keyhole cover, will need to look into those.
Ignorant question - does the lux line only have the Eco Pro, Comfort and regular Sport settings only? No Sport+ from factory?
I'm completely base line so would be interested in coding if possible.

Correct. You can code Sport+

wolves · 01-11-2015, 03:39 PM

Now I'm excited, thank you!

12-17-2014, 11:41 PM	#1
f30luxline e92 - 335i 179 Rep 743 Posts Drives: thisonetimeatbandcamp Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Orlando iTrader: (1)	So long F series - F30luxline's Journal - 2012 328 I figured I would start a Journal, showing modifications that I have done. I will list my mods, show some pics and update when necessary. JB4 - I daily map 7 with an e85 mix of 45ish% ethanol Injen intake ER catless DP ER Charge pipe BC Racing coilovers Megan Racing rear/upper control arms Beyern Mesh wheels - 19x8.5 et40 (235/35) 19x9.5 et45 (265/30") 5mm spacers all around. Toyo T1-R tires M sport grilles Keyhole cover Chrome front signal bulbs, iJDMTOY LED DRL, MTEC Cosmos Blue headlights BMS oil catch can - The tabs broke on the hose connector, these were very brittle and broke when depressed during removal. I used some heat-shrink to ensure this connection doesn't come loose. Exterior Pics Links to other mods Modified stock exhaust ER FMIC Lighting MTEC Cosmos Blue headlights MTEC Golden Yellow fogs Removed parking bulbs CODING DVD in motion Navigation ack removed ///M logo on cluster upon startup SAT Sport + Doors unlock with ignition Window roll-up with fob DRL and Parking light bulb check disabled Front signals off with parking/head lights Last edited by f30luxline; 04-25-2015 at 08:53 PM..
	Appreciate 4 Tweet Quote

12-18-2014, 12:31 AM	#2
BlkD12agon Captain 32 Rep 766 Posts Drives: 2014 F10 535i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-18-2014, 02:15 PM	#3
VMRWheels BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 2038 Rep 25,989 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Anaheim, CA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2013 BMW M3 [10.00] 2015 BMW M4 [0.00] 2013 BMW F30 [0.00] 2014 BMW F22 [0.00] 2013 BMW F06 [0.00]	Good stuff! Any feedback on the Megan arms? Looking to run those on my F22 __________________ VMR\|Wheels \| 714.442.7916 \| sales@velocitymotoring.com \| www.velocitymotoring.com \| facebook \| flickr \| Instagram
	Appreciate 1 Diegov209164.50 Quote

12-18-2014, 04:30 PM	#5
ATLBlue Car OCD 263 Rep 595 Posts Drives: 2017 EBII F36 430d M Sport Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Belgium, USA... behind the wheel iTrader: (0)	Nice, Subscribed! __________________ 2017 BMW F36 430D M Sport Estoril Blue, 2002 E46 M3 Imola Red & 2006 Porsche Cayman S Artic Silver More about my ride @ ATLBlue's 2014 F30 Journal. Instagram Inline6_ATL
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-18-2014, 05:50 PM	#6
badsha Private First Class 35 Rep 119 Posts Drives: BMW E90 318d 2006 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Norway iTrader: (0)	Any change in the response of the car after the cat delete and tune?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-21-2014, 11:09 AM	#8
f30luxline e92 - 335i 179 Rep 743 Posts Drives: thisonetimeatbandcamp Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Orlando iTrader: (1)	I added the BMS catch can. The install was very simple. I did run into a problem where the locking tabs on the hose connector broke off. These were extremely brittle on my car. I have added heat-shrink tubing to this connection to keep it together. I also updated the first post with some miscellaneous items I have done like bulbs and coding.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-21-2014, 11:20 AM	#9
giorgioarmani Private 10 Rep 90 Posts Drives: silver m sport 335i & 19s Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: rivervalley iTrader: (0)	amazing looking.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-22-2014, 09:48 AM	#10
JoshB25 Captain 131 Rep 693 Posts Drives: F30 318d M-Sport Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Worcester iTrader: (0)	The keyhole mod.... does it require taking the interior door card off? Cheers
	Appreciate 0 Quote

12-22-2014, 10:27 AM	#13
DrivenByE30 Brigadier General 591 Rep 3,870 Posts Drives: '12 F30 Lux 335i 6MT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: OC - SoCal iTrader: (0)	Would be greater if yoy could send at least one pic of the whole car... Looking to see more
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-10-2015, 11:31 PM	#16
///Cardia ///M Power 300 Rep 279 Posts Drives: N55 F87 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Manhattan, NYC iTrader: (0)	Nice Bimmer F30Lux! __________________ 2018 ///M2 LBB 6MT (Exec Moonroof Apple) Mods: 3M Tint ~ IND CF Mirror Caps ~ Eibach Springs ~ JR18 Gloss Black Rims ~ CTS Turbo Intake ~ VRSF Chargepipe ~ Raze Canards ~ Fabspeed Sport DP BootMod3 Tune ~ IND Black Chrome Front and Side grilles ~ IND ///M Emblem ~ Vorsteiner Reardeck Spoiler ~ Eventuri Air Scoop ~ Acexxon Rear Delete
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-11-2015, 12:02 AM	#17
DrivenByE30 Brigadier General 591 Rep 3,870 Posts Drives: '12 F30 Lux 335i 6MT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: OC - SoCal iTrader: (0)	Looking awesome ! A bit toi low for my taste and the tint too dark, But otherwise, perfect modsll and looking awesome ! Last edited by DrivenByE30; 01-11-2015 at 08:43 AM..
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-11-2015, 01:23 AM	#18
tboooe Brigadier General 925 Rep 3,089 Posts Drives: F36 428i GC, E36 M3 - gone :( Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: The OC! iTrader: (1)	Very nice. I'm considering the BC Racing coils. What are your thoughts on them?
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-11-2015, 03:06 AM	#19
Aapparition90 Captain 193 Rep 806 Posts Drives: 2016 lci m3 mw Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: sydney iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 bmw 328i [0.00] 2012 bmw 328i [0.00]	nice, can you do a standalone front facing pic for the lights at night __________________ f80 m3 lci mw
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-11-2015, 03:10 AM	#20
wolves Second Lieutenant 29 Rep 261 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW 328i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	Looks great! I like the keyhole cover, will need to look into those. Ignorant question - does the lux line only have the Eco Pro, Comfort and regular Sport settings only? No Sport+ from factory? I'm completely base line so would be interested in coding if possible.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

01-11-2015, 03:39 PM	#22
wolves Second Lieutenant 29 Rep 261 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW 328i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	Now I'm excited, thank you!
	Appreciate 0 Quote