What did you do to your 5 series today?

Carbon535i · 03-13-2024, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Unspec

Out of curiosity, why? That skid plate doesn't seem to actually protect any important components.

When I first got the car, it didnt have any shield at all and the engine bay was getting filthy with all the water splashing up and to add some protection to my power steering lines. I was orginally going to to get a OEM splash shield but saw the turner on sale for close to 200 dollars less than retail.

Unspec · 03-13-2024, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Carbon535i

When I first got the car, it didnt have any shield at all and the engine bay was getting filthy with all the water splashing up and to add some protection to my power steering lines. I was orginally going to to get a OEM splash shield but saw the turner on sale for close to 200 dollars less than retail.

Ah, that makes a lot more sense. Also sounds like you got a great deal.

StradaRedlands · 03-14-2024, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Carbon535i

I am adding the Turner motorsports Skid plate 004980la01-10KT

Thanks. I have an uninstalled one for my e90 right now!

Carbon535i · 03-14-2024, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by StradaRedlands

Thanks. I have an uninstalled one for my e90 right now!

You're very welcome. That's awesome. I like how the E90 version has the access panel.

ChiltiCoatl89 · 03-14-2024, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Carbon535i

You're very welcome. That's awesome. I like how the E90 version has the access panel.

you can always fabricate one, that metal looks quite thin.

chutoyy · 03-15-2024, 12:18 AM

Fleabay steering wheel, chinesium crystal shifter, and BenzinFabrik ambient lighting.

StradaRedlands · 03-15-2024, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Carbon535i

You're very welcome. That's awesome. I like how the E90 version has the access panel.

One of these days I'll install it even!

Carbon535i · 03-15-2024, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiltiCoatl89

you can always fabricate one, that metal looks quite thin.

I was thinking of making my own but when I saw that it was on sale, I bought one instead.

Unspec · 03-15-2024, 03:32 PM

Finally came around to installing the M sport side skirts. Different is subtle but nice. Also vinyl wrapped the handle inserts to matte black - probably going to take the wrap off eventually and paint them with SEM Trim Black Satin to properly match the rest of the trim.

Note: handle picture is pre-M sport side skirt install.

ChiltiCoatl89 · 03-16-2024, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiltiCoatl89

A box o love for my 5er as well. Belt and tensioner and pulleys, coil packs from Dinan and NGK Spark Plugs, oil and filter set, VTT crank guard, OFHG, Oil pressure sensor as the gasket for it is leaking slightly.

Keeping the URO parts as a reminder, stay Geniune or OEM, mistakenly ordered at first glance to think it was OEM, read deeper into the brand, Not installing the Oil cooler gasket or OFHG with URO parts, too critical, I travel often and need quality and longevity! Water pump and thermostat and MM flange/ hose on schedule to be ordered, Will include new OEM or geniune for parts mentioned, Good morning and happy saturday 5er owners!

SpartanV · 03-17-2024, 12:08 AM

Added the almost last parts to my 550i. The Dinan free flow system really gave me that American V8 vibe (valves forced open). I might do a exhaust resonator delete to get some louder gurgles, gonna post a vid soon. Also installed a eBay front splitter, only played $78 bucks and I think it turned out perfect. Lastly, a semi sporty rear diffuser. The OEM one was a light gray and didn't match well with the color.

Bonus: Blacked out the badges for the "Heritage" emblem.

StradaRedlands · 03-17-2024, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanV

Added the almost last parts to my 550i. The Dinan free flow system really gave me that American V8 vibe (valves forced open). I might do a exhaust resonator delete to get some louder gurgles, gonna post a vid soon. Also installed a eBay front splitter, only played $78 bucks and I think it turned out perfect. Lastly, a semi sporty rear diffuser. The OEM one was a light gray and didn't match well with the color.

Bonus: Blacked out the badges for the "Heritage" emblem.

Sexy rear end there!

windowmaker · 03-18-2024, 11:44 AM

Finally decided to order a Quaife LSD for the 550i, from Birds Auto in UK.

Prefabricated complete diff to avoid a long downtime for the car, and leaving it to the Birds Auto experts who have done many of these conversions. It requires cutting of the welded ring gear and some other machine work to convert it from the stock diff.

No coding required since the electronic diff is controlled by ABS when wheels slip.

Already negotiated installation labor on home soil once it arrives. Just gotta order some gear 75W-90 gear oil, probably will be Amsoil. Need to figure out the required volume.

xxpanipuri · 03-18-2024, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanV

Added the almost last parts to my 550i. The Dinan free flow system really gave me that American V8 vibe (valves forced open). I might do a exhaust resonator delete to get some louder gurgles, gonna post a vid soon. Also installed a eBay front splitter, only played $78 bucks and I think it turned out perfect. Lastly, a semi sporty rear diffuser. The OEM one was a light gray and didn't match well with the color.

Bonus: Blacked out the badges for the "Heritage" emblem.

looking good!

Gave mine a wash, over the weekend.

Dinan Stage 3 550i.

PreWash Foam - Car Pro Lift
Contact Wash - Car Pro Reset
Sonax - Wheel Cleaner
Car Pro Hydo2 Foam - Foam on Rinse off - 3-6m of protection! and so easy to apply!

SpartanV · 03-18-2024, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by xxpanipuri

looking good!

Gave mine a wash, over the weekend.

Dinan Stage 3 550i.

PreWash Foam - Car Pro Lift
Contact Wash - Car Pro Reset
Sonax - Wheel Cleaner
Car Pro Hydo2 Foam - Foam on Rinse off - 3-6m of protection! and so easy to apply!

That's clean man

ChiltiCoatl89 · 03-19-2024, 07:29 PM

0w40 Liquimoly oil change, inspection, new Oil Pressure sensor. I am going to get the car washed again before another trip to So Cal!

also to apply leather cleaner and conditioner on my lovely seats!

SpartanV · 03-19-2024, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiltiCoatl89

0w40 Liquimoly oil change, inspection, new Oil Pressure sensor. I am going to get the car washed again before another trip to So Cal!

also to apply leather cleaner and conditioner on my lovely seats!

Nice clean engine bay!

ChiltiCoatl89 · 03-19-2024, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanV

Nice clean engine bay!

Yeah I normally hit it with the air gun before wiping down, going to buy detail polisher tools soon so I can hit my paint real good and make it stand out!

StradaRedlands · 03-19-2024, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanV

Nice clean engine bay!

My exact thought... looking good!

xxpanipuri · 03-20-2024, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by SpartanV

That's clean man

Thanks man! also did an oil change last weekend. and installed this.

Looking forward to the next oil change!

https://www.valvomax.com/products/1-...hoCz1YQAvD_BwE

musclesmarinara75 · 03-20-2024, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Unspec

Finally came around to installing the M sport side skirts. Different is subtle but nice. Also vinyl wrapped the handle inserts to matte black - probably going to take the wrap off eventually and paint them with SEM Trim Black Satin to properly match the rest of the trim.

Note: handle picture is pre-M sport side skirt install.

Did you change your calipers again??.. Or were they always red?

Unspec · 03-20-2024, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by musclesmarinara75

Did you change your calipers again??.. Or were they always red?

Just the lighting! They're still orange.

03-15-2024, 12:18 AM	#3196
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Unspec Colonel 1300 Rep 2,591 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW 535xi Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: DMV iTrader: (1)	Finally came around to installing the M sport side skirts. Different is subtle but nice. Also vinyl wrapped the handle inserts to matte black - probably going to take the wrap off eventually and paint them with SEM Trim Black Satin to properly match the rest of the trim. Note: handle picture is pre-M sport side skirt install. Attached Images __________________ 2015 BMW 535xi Bootmod3 Stage 2 \| ER charge pipe \| ER Catted DP \| Remus Exhaust \| Gplus FMIC \| KW V3 \| Turner Monoball thrust arm bushings \| Wallet regrets ISTA VM Setup/Tutorial
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SpartanV New Member 95 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2013 BMW 550i MSport Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: San Jose, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW 550i [9.13]	Added the almost last parts to my 550i. The Dinan free flow system really gave me that American V8 vibe (valves forced open). I might do a exhaust resonator delete to get some louder gurgles, gonna post a vid soon. Also installed a eBay front splitter, only played $78 bucks and I think it turned out perfect. Lastly, a semi sporty rear diffuser. The OEM one was a light gray and didn't match well with the color. Bonus: Blacked out the badges for the "Heritage" emblem. Attached Images
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03-18-2024, 11:44 AM	#3203
windowmaker Private First Class 70 Rep 150 Posts Drives: 2013 550i M Sport 6MT Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Washington State iTrader: (0)	Finally decided to order a Quaife LSD for the 550i, from Birds Auto in UK. Prefabricated complete diff to avoid a long downtime for the car, and leaving it to the Birds Auto experts who have done many of these conversions. It requires cutting of the welded ring gear and some other machine work to convert it from the stock diff. No coding required since the electronic diff is controlled by ABS when wheels slip. Already negotiated installation labor on home soil once it arrives. Just gotta order some gear 75W-90 gear oil, probably will be Amsoil. Need to figure out the required volume. Attached Images
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