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      05-04-2021, 04:33 AM   #10187
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Got an irresistible deal for this brand new F80 steering wheel.
Only catch was that the up shift paddle wasn't working.
Huge difference coming from the sport line wheel.
I like how much more of the dash you can see with this wheel (and yes, I have the same ugly Sportline steering wheel). I was contemplating on getting it but its like RM2.9k here in Malaysia. How much did you get it for in SGD?
Hi neighbor! I got it for 890 sgd. You can try eBay. Get a used one and get it wrapped with any leather/alcantara combination you desire. Costs around 100-200 sgd to get it done in sg
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      05-04-2021, 07:55 AM   #10188
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Well, since the callipers had to go back to the shop for another repaint, I swapped the rotors back and test fitted the wheels at least. Perfect fit in the back with 10" ET45 and 8,5" ET40 in the front with 10mm spacer.

And also got it confirmed that I definitely need to drop her...

People have been talking nicely about KW street comforts. Thinking about getting those!
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      05-04-2021, 08:39 AM   #10189
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Well, since the callipers had to go back to the shop for another repaint, I swapped the rotors back and test fitted the wheels at least. Perfect fit in the back with 10" ET45 and 8,5" ET40 in the front with 10mm spacer.

And also got it confirmed that I definitely need to drop her...

People have been talking nicely about KW street comforts. Thinking about getting those!
I'm assuming that's an Xdrive? It'd probably be good with the RWD sport springs if you don't want to be too low.
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      05-04-2021, 09:47 AM   #10190
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I'm assuming that's an Xdrive? It'd probably be good with the RWD sport springs if you don't want to be too low.
Yes, it's an X-drive. How much would RWD springs drop?
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      05-05-2021, 10:04 AM   #10191
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Developed an annoying buzzing rattle coming from the rear shelf that was pretty much constant if the road had any kind of texture to it. Spent yesterday afternoon tapping around back there and eventually narrowed it down to the seat anchor covers and that latch in the trunk that holds up the cover. Dorked around with them a bit, and this morning it was nice and quiet.

Not much, but I do feel accomplisted!
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      05-05-2021, 10:44 AM   #10192
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I'm assuming that's an Xdrive? It'd probably be good with the RWD sport springs if you don't want to be too low.
Yes, it's an X-drive. How much would RWD springs drop?
I meant to measure my ride height yesterday and we could compare them. I'm sure the info is out there though. I think it's around an inch.
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Got my key from Gates innovation!

Absolutely LOVE it! The case I got, pictured, I didn't really like so I ordered a different one. Which defeats the purpose of the key since I can't see it as much, but it's peace of mind for safe keeping in case of drops

Regardless, it works perfectly as expected. All buttons work and I still retain my full windows up/down feature!!
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      05-06-2021, 01:57 AM   #10194
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Got my key from Gates innovation!

Absolutely LOVE it! The case I got, pictured, I didn't really like so I ordered a different one. Which defeats the purpose of the key since I can't see it as much, but it's peace of mind for safe keeping in case of drops

Regardless, it works perfectly as expected. All buttons work and I still retain my full windows up/down feature!!
Nice! Probably consider the digital key next?
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      05-06-2021, 03:20 AM   #10195
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I meant to measure my ride height yesterday and we could compare them. I'm sure the info is out there though. I think it's around an inch.
Yeah I did some research and it seems people have different experiences when installing RWD springs. But as you said, for those who are satisfied with the change it's around an inch.

I think I'm going with coils anyway. Probably want it lower than that and I don't wanna hassle with changing springs and not be happy with the result.
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      05-06-2021, 04:29 AM   #10196
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Well, since the callipers had to go back to the shop for another repaint, I swapped the rotors back and test fitted the wheels at least. Perfect fit in the back with 10" ET45 and 8,5" ET40 in the front with 10mm spacer.

And also got it confirmed that I definitely need to drop her...

People have been talking nicely about KW street comforts. Thinking about getting those!
What rims? Size?
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What rims? Size?
763M replicas 20" in hyper silver
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      05-06-2021, 08:29 AM   #10198
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Got my key from Gates innovation!

Absolutely LOVE it! The case I got, pictured, I didn't really like so I ordered a different one. Which defeats the purpose of the key since I can't see it as much, but it's peace of mind for safe keeping in case of drops

Regardless, it works perfectly as expected. All buttons work and I still retain my full windows up/down feature!!
Nice! Probably consider the digital key next?
Lol probably not, from what I've heard it's much too bulky and the fact you gotta charge it every few days? Knowing me I'd totally forget and then be down a key lol
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Installed the sequential mirror blinkers. I like the fact they are smoked and match the black base of the mirror. Will also be adding carbon fiber style mirror covers so it will all look good together.

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Installed the sequential mirror blinkers. I like the fact they are smoked and match the black base of the mirror. Will also be adding carbon fiber style mirror covers so it will all look good together.

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any issue removing the mirror?
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Installed the sequential mirror blinkers. I like the fact they are smoked and match the black base of the mirror. Will also be adding carbon fiber style mirror covers so it will all look good together.

[IMG]https://i.postimg.cc/vHJXWCBv/22-FAF...4-E2-C6411.gif[/IMG]
any issue removing the mirror?
Nope. I used a wide ~2" pry tool and followed the Kies Motorsport video on YouTube. Have taken them off 3 times now with no issue.

Used the mirror controls to move mirror all the way up, then slowly prayed from the bottom.
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      05-07-2021, 04:57 AM   #10202
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After bumping the wife's F31 into our security bollard the other week, I got the repainted front bumper back from the body shop. I cleaned and refitted everything, new genuine black grilles and roundel badge. Removed the crusty and flaking V brace to rub donw and paint it with a rattle can of silver I had lying around. Replaced lots of missing plastic clips and fixings (looked like someone had been here before - the PDC cable routing was comical when I took it off). Also gave the headlights a bit of a polish while the bumper was off as they're quite badly pitted. I'm happy with the paint job and overall result.

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Nope. I used a wide ~2" pry tool and followed the Kies Motorsport video on YouTube. Have taken them off 3 times now with no issue.

Used the mirror controls to move mirror all the way up, then slowly prayed from the bottom.
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Installed the M Performance Brake Kit on my F31.
MO (stopping) POWA BABY!
NICE..... I've been wanting to do this but seems pricey for doing the same job as the regular brakes. what I really wanted is the MPPS Kit. but pricey too. guess I have to bite the bullet one of these days. GOOD JOB mate....
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Installed the M Performance Brake Kit on my F31.
MO (stopping) POWA BABY!
NICE..... I've been wanting to do this but seems pricey for doing the same job as the regular brakes. what I really wanted is the MPPS Kit. but pricey too. guess I have to bite the bullet one of these days. GOOD JOB mate....
"Doing the same job"???

Yes, a 6 cylinder engine does the "same job" as a 3-cylinder….. brings you from A to B…… but………!

Unlike the engine, brakes are safety.
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Installed the M Performance Brake Kit on my F31.
MO (stopping) POWA BABY!
NICE..... I've been wanting to do this but seems pricey for doing the same job as the regular brakes. what I really wanted is the MPPS Kit. but pricey too. guess I have to bite the bullet one of these days. GOOD JOB mate....
"Doing the same job"???

Yes, a 6 cylinder engine does the "same job" as a 3-cylinder….. brings you from A to B…… but………!

Unlike the engine, brakes are safety.
Yeah but for street driving the performance brakes don't do anything except look cool. Braking distance is dictated by the tires unless the brake system is in terrible shape or undersized. Only when you get to repeated high force and speed applications will the performance brakes show and improvement. Even then the base brakes with superior pads and fluid will outperform the performance brakes with OE pads and fluid.
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Do you have an n26/20? If so, did you have to swap out the master cylinder?
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