MasterC17

MasterC17 · 03-28-2016, 11:57 AM

Here are some previous builds of mine:

2002 M3 Race Car

2015 F80 M3 Street/Track Car

And I've done others I did not document online.

Anyway, I bought this 2012 535Xi with 72,000 miles on it. Still under ESC/Maintenance Plan until 100k. Unfortunately, the previous owner kind of neglected the car, so it's not in perfect shape, but definitely workable.

I will be documenting all of the modifications I make to the car, and probably do DIY's on everything as well for the community.

I'm going to track it. Why the hell am I taking an AWD Automatic 535 and tracking it? Well, basically all of my other track cars are in some state of disarray, so this is my only running option at the moment

. I'm not going to go nuts on it, but try to make it track worthy/fun.

Here it is in all of its glory.

Here is a list of parts I have ordered so far:

BMS JB4
BMS Intake
VRSF Downpipe
ACS Springs
M5 Comp Pack Front Sway Bar
M5 Steering Wheel w/ Paddles
M Performance Pedals
M Performance Spoiler

So, the first thing I did was install a JB4 on the car. I have always been very happy with BMS products, and have run a BMS tune on both my X5d, and my F80.

Here is my JB4 Install Guide.

Planning on doing an oil change and the downpipe in the next couple days.

MasterC17 · 03-29-2016, 09:37 AM

Did an oil change last night @ 71,752 Miles.

And the M5 Steering Wheel came in.

I also ordered a set of Style 302 Wheels. I really dislike the factory 19" M-Sport wheels.

.BMW. · 03-29-2016, 11:02 AM

Beautiful wheels!

Which tires and tire sizes will you mount?

MasterC17 · 03-29-2016, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by .BMW.

Beautiful wheels!

Which tires and tire sizes will you mount?

Sizes are definitely going to be 245/40/19. No need for wider tires with AWD, even for cornering purposes.

In terms of tires themselves, I think I'm going to go with Michelin PS2/PSS, but still undecided. Can't wait to get rid of the run-flats for sure!

lsturbointeg · 03-29-2016, 03:02 PM

can't wait to see the wheels on

MasterC17 · 03-29-2016, 03:29 PM

Ordered an LCI M-Sport Gear Selector. Not a fan of the older style selector.

PARTS@STBMW · 03-29-2016, 04:48 PM

Great choice on the wheels!

MasterC17 · 03-29-2016, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lsturbointeg

can't wait to see the wheels on

Quote:

Originally Posted by PARTS@STBMW

Great choice on the wheels!

Thanks guys! Looking forward to getting them on!

jabbarjd · 03-29-2016, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MasterC17

Ordered an LCI M-Sport Gear Selector. Not a fan of the older style selector.

Damn! On top of that it's the ceramic version

I'd love to swap my pre-LCI, non-SAT gear selector and iDrive assembly for the ceramic, SAT LCI versions. If I was doing that, I'd also get a SAT steering wheel and swap for some M5 paddles.
At some point I'd have to wake up from that dream and deal with reality.

MasterC17 · 03-29-2016, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jabbarjd

Damn! On top of that it's the ceramic version

I'd love to swap my pre-LCI, non-SAT gear selector and iDrive assembly for the ceramic, SAT LCI versions. If I was doing that, I'd also get a SAT steering wheel and swap for some M5 paddles.
At some point I'd have to wake up from that dream and deal with reality.

Yes sir! I don't really mind the rest of the stuff, the shifter design is just gross!

MasterC17 · 03-30-2016, 01:00 PM

Ordered charge pipe today.

Also got the M5 Steering Wheel installed last night, but didn't have time to take a picture. Will get one soon.

MasterC17 · 03-30-2016, 04:24 PM

Ordered a set of square 245/40/19 Michelin PS2 Tires.

Jcbama85 · 03-30-2016, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MasterC17

Here are some previous builds of mine:

2002 M3 Race Car

2015 F80 M3 Street/Track Car

And I've done others I did not document online.

Anyway, I bought this 2012 535Xi with 72,000 miles on it. Still under ESC/Maintenance Plan until 100k. Unfortunately, the previous owner kind of neglected the car, so it's not in perfect shape, but definitely workable.

I will be documenting all of the modifications I make to the car, and probably do DIY's on everything as well for the community.

I'm going to track it. Why the hell am I taking an AWD Automatic 535 and tracking it? Well, basically all of my other track cars are in some state of disarray, so this is my only running option at the moment

. I'm not going to go nuts on it, but try to make it track worthy/fun.

Here it is in all of its glory.

Here is a list of parts I have ordered so far:

BMS JB4
BMS Intake
VRSF Downpipe
ACS Springs
M5 Comp Pack Front Sway Bar
M5 Steering Wheel w/ Paddles
M Performance Pedals
M Performance Spoiler

So, the first thing I did was install a JB4 on the car. I have always been very happy with BMS products, and have run a BMS tune on both my X5d, and my F80.

Here is my JB4 Install Guide.

Planning on doing an oil change and the downpipe in the next couple days.

lsturbointeg · 03-30-2016, 11:46 PM

Post pictures of the steering wheel when you get a chance

MasterC17 · 03-31-2016, 12:52 PM

Here's a picture of the steering wheel (not great quality):

lsturbointeg · 03-31-2016, 05:13 PM

martin mustang · 04-01-2016, 09:03 AM

What trim is your new Gear selector? I am looking for an update and not a fan of M Performance Carbon available.
thanks in advance.

Quote:

Originally Posted by MasterC17

Ordered an LCI M-Sport Gear Selector. Not a fan of the older style selector.

MasterC17 · 04-08-2016, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by martin mustang

What trim is your new Gear selector? I am looking for an update and not a fan of M Performance Carbon available.
thanks in advance.

It's the ceramic version.

MasterC17 · 04-08-2016, 02:24 PM

Ordered more parts. Haven't had time to install much but here is the newest list. Track day on the 26th.

Engine
BMS N55 JB4
BMS Intake
FTP F-Series N55 Charge Pipe

Exhaust
VRSpeed F10 Catless Downpipe

Brakes
StopTech F10 BBK
Motul RBF600 - x2
Carbotech Racing Brake Pads - 1247 / XP12

Suspension
ACS Spring Kit
M5 Competition Front Sway Bar

Wheels
BMW Style 302 M Sport Wheels 19 x 8.5 ET25
Michelin PS2 245/40/19

Interior
M Performance Pedal Set
Sport Gear Selector
M-Sport Steering Wheel w/ Paddles

Exterior
M Performance Carbon Spoiler
Kidney Grills/Reflectors/Turn Signal Trim

martin mustang · 04-11-2016, 01:58 AM

Thanks, nice looking dark colour fit the sport version.

Quote:

Originally Posted by MasterC17

It's the ceramic version.

MasterC17 · 04-22-2016, 12:20 PM

So, I have been crazy busy with work, but I got the new wheels and tires installed and got the VRSF downpipe installed. Will try to keep better updated.

MasterC17 · 04-23-2016, 10:48 AM

StopTech BBK installed. Brake Fluid changed with Motul RBF600.

03-28-2016, 11:57 AM	#1
MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	MasterC17 - 2012 535Xi Build Here are some previous builds of mine: 2002 M3 Race Car 2015 F80 M3 Street/Track Car And I've done others I did not document online. Anyway, I bought this 2012 535Xi with 72,000 miles on it. Still under ESC/Maintenance Plan until 100k. Unfortunately, the previous owner kind of neglected the car, so it's not in perfect shape, but definitely workable. I will be documenting all of the modifications I make to the car, and probably do DIY's on everything as well for the community. I'm going to track it. Why the hell am I taking an AWD Automatic 535 and tracking it? Well, basically all of my other track cars are in some state of disarray, so this is my only running option at the moment . I'm not going to go nuts on it, but try to make it track worthy/fun. Here it is in all of its glory. Here is a list of parts I have ordered so far: BMS JB4 BMS Intake VRSF Downpipe ACS Springs M5 Comp Pack Front Sway Bar M5 Steering Wheel w/ Paddles M Performance Pedals M Performance Spoiler So, the first thing I did was install a JB4 on the car. I have always been very happy with BMS products, and have run a BMS tune on both my X5d, and my F80. Here is my JB4 Install Guide. Planning on doing an oil change and the downpipe in the next couple days. Last edited by MasterC17; 03-29-2016 at 09:37 AM..
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Did an oil change last night @ 71,752 Miles. And the M5 Steering Wheel came in. I also ordered a set of Style 302 Wheels. I really dislike the factory 19" M-Sport wheels.
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Ordered an LCI M-Sport Gear Selector. Not a fan of the older style selector.
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Ordered charge pipe today. Also got the M5 Steering Wheel installed last night, but didn't have time to take a picture. Will get one soon. __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Ordered a set of square 245/40/19 Michelin PS2 Tires. __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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lsturbointeg Lieutenant General 9151 Rep 14,522 Posts Drives: 2011 535i Jet Black Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Asian lost in OH iTrader: (0)	Post pictures of the steering wheel when you get a chance __________________ ~F90Conversion~21"3Piece Forged AvantGardeWheels~KWV1Coilovers~CQUENCE slotted/drilled rotors~GoodridgeStainlesslines~MeisterschaftQuadEx haust~Akrapovic 4"tips~VRSF DP~VRSF CP~TurboSmart BOV~K&N filter~CarbonFiberExteriorComponents~GladenAlphaCo mponents~MatchUp7BMW~Punch P300-12T~ Follow me on Instagram: lsturbointeg
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Here's a picture of the steering wheel (not great quality): __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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lsturbointeg Lieutenant General 9151 Rep 14,522 Posts Drives: 2011 535i Jet Black Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Asian lost in OH iTrader: (0)	__________________ ~F90Conversion~21"3Piece Forged AvantGardeWheels~KWV1Coilovers~CQUENCE slotted/drilled rotors~GoodridgeStainlesslines~MeisterschaftQuadEx haust~Akrapovic 4"tips~VRSF DP~VRSF CP~TurboSmart BOV~K&N filter~CarbonFiberExteriorComponents~GladenAlphaCo mponents~MatchUp7BMW~Punch P300-12T~ Follow me on Instagram: lsturbointeg
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	Ordered more parts. Haven't had time to install much but here is the newest list. Track day on the 26th. Engine BMS N55 JB4 BMS Intake FTP F-Series N55 Charge Pipe Exhaust VRSpeed F10 Catless Downpipe Brakes StopTech F10 BBK Motul RBF600 - x2 Carbotech Racing Brake Pads - 1247 / XP12 Suspension ACS Spring Kit M5 Competition Front Sway Bar Wheels BMW Style 302 M Sport Wheels 19 x 8.5 ET25 Michelin PS2 245/40/19 Interior M Performance Pedal Set Sport Gear Selector M-Sport Steering Wheel w/ Paddles Exterior M Performance Carbon Spoiler Kidney Grills/Reflectors/Turn Signal Trim __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	So, I have been crazy busy with work, but I got the new wheels and tires installed and got the VRSF downpipe installed. Will try to keep better updated. __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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MasterC17 Captain 329 Rep 984 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M3 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (3)	StopTech BBK installed. Brake Fluid changed with Motul RBF600. __________________ 2009 X5d \| 2007 E90 Track \| 2002 M3 Track \| 1991 535i Track
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