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Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 02-06-2025, 04:51 AM
Replies: 9
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Posted By AzRiz
Update Did a smoke test of the intake and...

Update

Did a smoke test of the intake and the exhaust.

No issues found anywhere.

I'm hoping the smoke passed through the secondary cats and into the test pipes area to test the...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 02-03-2025, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By AzRiz
I am finally booked in with a local garage in 2...

I am finally booked in with a local garage in 2 days to try and smoke test the exhaust system and the intake.

Will be sure to keep this thread updated as I make any progress.
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 02-03-2025, 08:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By AzRiz
Yes sir, currently all parts in the engine bay...

Yes sir, currently all parts in the engine bay are stock.

The only performance-related mods on the car are:

- Test pipes
- Evolve Stage 2 tune
- OEM backbox mod
- Ohlins Coilovers
- Brembo...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-19-2025, 05:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By AzRiz
Hey, thanks again for your reply. Agreed, I...

Hey, thanks again for your reply.

Agreed, I am looking at going elsewhere. Evolve is a very good shout, there's 1 place closer to me who I will try first, otherwise Evolve is the next plan.
...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-17-2025, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By AzRiz
Thank you for your reply. All very sensible...

Thank you for your reply. All very sensible suggestions.

I have done lotttsss of reading and research and am aware of all of the potential issues that you have mentioned, and of course any of them...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-17-2025, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 508
Posted By AzRiz
Hum/whine/whistle controlled by throttle, plus audible at idle

Hi guys, I’m trying to work out what this humming/whining/whistling noise is.

YouTube Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/XYmtI3CzRqk

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8Xjj94fMl6Q

This is...
Forum: General M3 Forum (E90 + E92 + E93) 12-29-2023, 08:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,113
Posted By AzRiz
Hey man. I live in SE England and know quite...

Hey man.

I live in SE England and know quite a few shops around here, including their reputations.

What shop are you looking to use?

Just so I can save you from using a shop with a bad...
Forum: Coding / ConnectedDrive / Audio-Video / Electronics / Bluetooth / I-Drive & Nav 12-29-2023, 03:25 AM
Replies: 2,014
Views: 506,798
Posted By AzRiz
I'm planning on getting this unit for my E92 325D...

I'm planning on getting this unit for my E92 325D daily driver, it's been very useful to read all of the information in here.

I was wondering if anyone knows how the unit handles connection to two...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-25-2023, 04:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,844
Posted By AzRiz
No comments from them at all, it may be that they...

No comments from them at all, it may be that they had a few issues with shocks, possibly a batch issue or something.

Who knows.

I'm just glad they have the decency to put things right with...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-24-2023, 05:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,844
Posted By AzRiz
An update to my situation: I engaged in...

An update to my situation:

I engaged in direct conversation with the UK distributor who chased Ohlins up for me.

They quickly came back and told me that it is still being dealt with, and that...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 11-26-2022, 05:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,844
Posted By AzRiz
I'm not the OP, he bought them from FCP. I...

I'm not the OP, he bought them from FCP.

I live in the UK and did not.
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 11-25-2022, 10:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,844
Posted By AzRiz
I'm still trying to communicate with Ohlins. ...

I'm still trying to communicate with Ohlins.

Went through the company that supplied the kit to me, Ohlins came back and said to remove it and sent it to a rebuild shop.

I asked my supplier to...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 09-28-2022, 11:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,844
Posted By AzRiz
Hey bud, any update on this? Do you still have a...

Hey bud, any update on this? Do you still have a leak?

I believe I have one too on one of the front shocks, also started monitoring it.

Purchased in November 2020 - I wonder if it's a batch...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 07-21-2021, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,559
Posted By AzRiz
Are you seeing warmer weather recently, compared...

Are you seeing warmer weather recently, compared to before?
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 03-26-2021, 04:43 AM
Replies: 3,096
Views: 730,852
Posted By AzRiz
I got mine done this week. 2012 LCI DCT ...

I got mine done this week.


2012 LCI DCT
41k miles
Owned since 2019 on 36k miles
Warmed up and taken care of religiously by myself since 36k
Previous owner claimed to always warm it up...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 03-25-2021, 02:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,168
Posted By AzRiz
Thanks, the arch gap on yours makes it looks like...

Thanks, the arch gap on yours makes it looks like you're running the recommended settings in the Ohlins manual, but I guess your tyre is smaller than a 245/40/18 which would be on there for standard...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 03-24-2021, 02:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,168
Posted By AzRiz
Could you throw up a pic of your ride height at...

Could you throw up a pic of your ride height at the front please?

I'm interested to see how low you went where the E46 end link is an appropriate length.

Thanks
Az
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 03-24-2021, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,168
Posted By AzRiz
I happen to have almost exactly the same shot of...

I happen to have almost exactly the same shot of my Ohlins install and it does indeed show that your Ohlins shock seems to be clocked incorrectly.

Pic attached.

Just noticed that the pic gets...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-27-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By AzRiz
Thanks for the reassurance man :thumbsup: ...

Thanks for the reassurance man :thumbsup:



LOL :D
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-27-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By AzRiz
Thanks mate, I just start to feel a little...

Thanks mate, I just start to feel a little uncomfortable when I reach the 2-week mark of the car not having been driven lol. Becomes a bit annoying during winter.
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-27-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By AzRiz
How long before oil drops to sump when car not driven for weeks?

My M3 is a weekend enjoyment car, and during the Winter months, I don't drive it too much, but I do like to take it out every 2-3 weeks to keep the fluids flowing and parts moving etc.

What I'm...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 01-20-2021, 06:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,798
Posted By AzRiz
@[Imran@Evolve](contact:41349) awesome stuff man!...

@[Imran@Evolve](contact:41349) awesome stuff man!

When will there be any info or preview of the front lip?
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-12-2021, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,833
Posted By AzRiz
@[Turbmando](contact:214401) any updates?

@[Turbmando](contact:214401) any updates?
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-05-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,833
Posted By AzRiz
I just went with whatever spring rates the R&T...

I just went with whatever spring rates the R&T kit comes with, I'm not actually sure what they are.

The car is a weekend road car, and I'm very fussy about comfort.

After some testing at...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-05-2021, 08:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,833
Posted By AzRiz
Standard 245/35/19 and 265/35/19 tyres 15mm...

Standard 245/35/19 and 265/35/19 tyres

15mm front spacers

12mm rear spacers
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 01-04-2021, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,833
Posted By AzRiz
With your 265/35/18 tyre you are already creating...

With your 265/35/18 tyre you are already creating 5.7mm arch gap compared to a standard 245/35/19.

I had Ohlins fitted last month and here is a pic of the ride height when the strut is set at...
Forum: Wash, Wax, Detail, Cosmetic Maintenance & Repairs 12-21-2020, 11:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,311
Posted By AzRiz
I've been ceramic coating wheels, exhaust tips...

I've been ceramic coating wheels, exhaust tips and suspension components for years, including polished, raw and anodised finishes.

It keeps them clean for longer, and then makes them a breeze to...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 11-20-2020, 03:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,865
Posted By AzRiz
Quite a few people have recommended him so it...

Quite a few people have recommended him so it should be all good man. Let us know how it goes.
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 11-19-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,865
Posted By AzRiz
£999 including engine mounts? Really? The...

£999 including engine mounts? Really? The cheapest price I've seen elsewhere is £1380 for the same kit. £999 is amazing.

ACL bearings at a guess? With the ARP bolts?

I'd just check with him...
Forum: Engine, Transmission, Exhaust, Drivetrain, ECU Software Modifications 11-13-2020, 06:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,865
Posted By AzRiz
Just searched this for you in one of the main UK...

Just searched this for you in one of the main UK M3 FB groups, and 1 which seems to come recommended is Fixed Automotive Services in Stockport.

Join the group and ask there, you'll get much better...
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