[Badhobz]

Why is that old cabin filter so long ?!? It’s such a small car. That filter is like the width of most of it.

[bcrdukes]

Your guess is as good as mine.

[red kryptonite]

just wanted to share the results from a 8 hour detail.
decided to go with the cheapest option and went with a single step detail/paint correction. im pretty happy with the results. fingers crossed this is it for the "to do" list for this year. time to just enjoy the car and tackle the rest next season.
pic heavy because it will never be this clean again lol

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[EvoFire]

That looks great. The gray hides your hard work :alone:

I've only ever really did single stage polish on my cars. All my cars are daily drivers and honestly 70-80% there is good enough 120% of the time. It'll only be perfect for like the first day until I drive it to Metrotown and leave it in the parking lot for 3 hours. Plus I never had two days in a row to actually polish it to perfection. 8 hours is as much as I and my back can muster.

Other than getting PPF and ceramic done one the M3 when I got it, I haven't done shit to it other than just wash it every few months or so.

[Badhobz]

Well with your white car and that blue wrap it’s easy to maintain anyways. Good paint protection with the blue wrap.

[bcrdukes]

That or we are colour blind. :suspicious:

[EvoFire]

I tried, but I can't help you guys.

Next thing you know Hobz is going to tell me his car is black

[68style]

He tried to tell me his dong was black... more lies :failed:

[EvoFire]

He tried to tell me his dong was black... more lies :failed:

It says you are a mod, can you change his name to blakdongz

[red kryptonite]

That looks great. The gray hides your hard work :alone:

I've only ever really did single stage polish on my cars. All my cars are daily drivers and honestly 70-80% there is good enough 120% of the time. It'll only be perfect for like the first day until I drive it to Metrotown and leave it in the parking lot for 3 hours. Plus I never had two days in a row to actually polish it to perfection. 8 hours is as much as I and my back can muster.

Other than getting PPF and ceramic done one the M3 when I got it, I haven't done shit to it other than just wash it every few months or so.
i kinda agree with the gray, id say visually i only see a overall 10% improvement. black and red paint wouldve been the most satisfying transformation and white being the least.

i just want to get it back to 80%. main reason i wanted a professional detail was the inconsistency in shine and light scuffing in the clear coat.

[JDMDreams]

As much as I want a clean car, you drive it for one day, some bird poop and dust and it's ruined again

[EvoFire]

i kinda agree with the gray, id say visually i only see a overall 10% improvement. black and red paint wouldve been the most satisfying transformation and white being the least.

i just want to get it back to 80%. main reason i wanted a professional detail was the inconsistency in shine and light scuffing in the clear coat.

Medium to dark grays are the hardest. White can actually make a difference as the white can "glow" after a good detail whereas the "glow" doesn't really show on a darker car. Even a light silver will glow.

[red kryptonite]

^^ gotta love a mirror finish on a black car though.... but the upkeep :okay:

As much as I want a clean car, you drive it for one day, some bird poop and dust and it's ruined again

i live in a high pollen area, 10mins after a wash and its covered. on average i take a power washer twice a week just to rinse off pollen and bird crap.

[SSM_DC5]

^ do you dry the car after power washing? Or let it air dry. If air dry, any water spotting issues?

[Badhobz]

I just tried my new drying technique yesterday after washing the car from the sea to sky trip.

I took out my new Costco leaf blower and within 5 mins everything was dry.

Excellent !

[dark0821]

^actually work.

We also use compressed air at dealer to dry cars~~~

[GS8]

I just tried my new drying technique yesterday after washing the car from the sea to sky trip.

I took out my new Costco leaf blower and within 5 mins everything was dry.

Excellent !

That's also how you would get trollface out of the bushes

[red kryptonite]

^ do you dry the car after power washing? Or let it air dry. If air dry, any water spotting issues?
after a proper was with soap, i use a leaf blower too. i let it just air dry if its just a rinse at that point the car is usually "dirty" enough that water spot is a non issue.




Thank god it didn't actually puncture. Too short to penetrate.

a few years back i was getting nails in my tires weekly...


i jinxed myself

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[AstulzerRZD]

Helping my parents sell my high school car because my sister and I have both left the house.
We haven't touched it since Feb.
What does Revscene hive mind think this is worth?

Comps seem to be around the 5k mark with unknown maintenance/carfax.

2006 V6 Accord Sedan

The bad:
211k KM
Scuffs on the bumpers, front bumper has a small crack
Timing belt will need to be done in the next year or two
Glove box handle is cracked, can still open and close

The good:
Two sets of tires - 2019 date code Michelin XIce 3 and Altimax RT43 both around 70%
Clean Carfax and all VIN tags (other than $400 glass claim)

Everything else is super well maintained:
- Suspension: Control arms done
- Transmission: Fluid and filter every year, religiously
- Brakes: Akebono ACT and new discs all around, rear calipers a few years ago
- Steering: replaced reservoir filter + new fluid every few years
- New starter and accessory belt

AC blows strong
Averages 10L/100km commuting around Vancouver
Pretty good 300W sound system
Hardwired dashcam front and rear
Did a paint correction last year, no fading

https://i.imgur.com/Cw7keWu.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/u1edipH.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/vEIvpvL.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/2uNhn67.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/PoRh753.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/AehEnNK.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/B9krVV1.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/NRq3cKq.jpeg

[Badhobz]

^is it still available?

[AstulzerRZD]

^is it still available?

depends on who's asking 😏
i'll trade u for the ratrolla and 5k cash on your side :badpokerface:

[Badhobz]

I’m leaving the country. E transfer only. My Nigerian prince guy will contact you

Put it up for 10k. See what happens. A lot of poor / dumb fuckers out there. Let them low ball you.

Or you might get some dumb bitch who pays for what you want

[SSM_DC5]

Used market still sounds ridiculous. A coworker got offered 5k trade in at an oem dealer. Coworker sold on FB marketplace within a few days for almost 10k and people were blowing up their phone messaging about it. When I did a quick and dirty search on Craigslist for the value, it was maybe 8-9k.

[AstulzerRZD]

lol blew up with 10 messages in the last hour.
lady from new west is on her way to come take a look

[EvoFire]

The under 10k space is still very in demand. Lots of lower income ppl who can't afford 30k or 800/m for a newish car.

[supafamous]

Helping my parents sell my high school car because my sister and I have both left the house.
We haven't touched it since Feb.
What does Revscene hive mind think this is worth?

Comps seem to be around the 5k mark with unknown maintenance/carfax.

2006 V6 Accord Sedan


In this market I think that's a $6-7k car. I would say it's worth about what a similar age/condition TSX is worth and other than the timing belt it's in very good shape. If someone is handy or knows a cheap mechanic they'd be willing to pay more than that.

[Badhobz]

lol blew up with 10 messages in the last hour.
lady from new west is on her way to come take a look

i hope you get 10k for it. Take advantage of this insanity while you still can (then flip it for a 5k EF civic)

[JDMDreams]

Are the efs that good? I would expect they have a rusted away by now. Like a wet noodle compared to eg, ek, or ep3?

[SSM_DC5]

lol blew up with 10 messages in the last hour.
lady from new west is on her way to come take a look

Insane. Coworker essentially told the 2nd person that viewed the car, this is the price take it or leave it because another person wants to see it in a few hours. The buyer was trying to negotiate on minor scratches. The 2nd person ended up buying it.

[trollface]

ppl buying 10 year old cars and expecting them to be perfect are funny.

[AstulzerRZD]

Sold to the fastest bidder and 45 minutes before heading to the airport.
Took 4k for it, was originally listed at 4.5 lol

[AstulzerRZD]

In this market I think that's a $6-7k car. I would say it's worth about what a similar age/condition TSX is worth and other than the timing belt it's in very good shape. If someone is handy or knows a cheap mechanic they'd be willing to pay more than that.

I felt the cracked bumpers and such would be problematic at a higher price ... but I do agree it's a 6-7k car if I took a week to sold it instead of 3 hours

[SSM_DC5]

ppl buying 10 year old cars and expecting them to be perfect are funny.

The eager ones know it's a deal at the asking price or else why would they drop everything to look at it within 45 minutes? They just want a lower price than asking price for the feeling of getting a discount. And you won't get a discount useless you try asking.

[Badhobz]

Sold to the fastest bidder and 45 minutes before heading to the airport.
Took 4k for it, was originally listed at 4.5 lol

4k!??!?! 4k!?!?!?!?! for that!?!??! arrrghh instant Chinese heart attack.......

you should have gotten 8k easily with these dumb ass chumps off fecesbook

:failed::failed::failed::failed::failed::failed::f ailed:

[AstulzerRZD]

I wonder why this one hasn’t sold

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/cto/d/vancouver-2007-honda-accord-v6/7754714861.html

[JDMDreams]

I'm surprised the tranny hasn't blown yet

[EvoFire]

I wonder why this one hasn’t sold

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/cto/d/vancouver-2007-honda-accord-v6/7754714861.html

Cause no one uses Craigslist anymore

[AstulzerRZD]

I'm surprised the tranny hasn't blown yet

The timing belt and transmission servicing on this whole gen of Honda/Acuras is super sketch lol

[bcrdukes]

Got my Boxster delivered from Vancouver. Gonna do some maintenance on it next week and tech inspection for track day next month.

[EvoFire]

That's fuck you money right there when you ship your Porsche back and forth across the country because you need it there.

[bcrdukes]

Hey, I didn't buy another white BMW :D *Looks at you*

[68style]

Bruh you prolly order food from Vancouver and fly it to Tdot

[bcrdukes]

Since this thread is often read by DIY'ers, I figure I post it here.

I goofed up a number of years ago and bought the wrong oil filters for my car on RockAuto.com. Turns out early model/transition years of the Scion iM used a cartridge, and later, Toyota decided to switch to a spin-on filter, which is what I needed.

So, with that being said, my loss is someone else's gain. I have four (4) WIX 57064 oil filter cartridges, brand new in original box. Free (including shipping) if you make a donation of any value to BC Children's Hospital, or you buy Badhobz and 68style a bubble tea. :)

Each box comes with the oil filter cartridge and a sealed gasket. Retail value is about $11'ish+ each plus tax, and possibly more.

This filter fits the following vehicle make and models with the 1.8L engine:
2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibe
2008 to 2014 Scion xD
2018 to 2020 Toyota C-HR
2009 to 2016 Toyota Corolla (1.8L Engine only)
2009 to 2014 Matrix (1.8L engine only)
2010 to 2018 Toyota Prius
2017 Toyota Prius Prime
2012 to 2018 Toyota Prius V

This oil filter is interchangeable with Toyota factory part numbers:
0415203002, 0415237010, 04152B1010, 04152B1010000, 04152YZZA6, 19185485, 415237010, 4152YZZA6, A120E7102S

Thank you! :)

[320icar]

Been quiet lately. Focus has been under the knife for a while slowly getting things done to help it be more of a track weapon. Picked up a few more garage stuff like shop press, quickjacks etc just to add to the arsenal.

- balance shaft delete, windage tray, added oil capacity
- kw v3 clubsports
- new front/rear LCA’s, toe arms, endlinks etc
- new polyurethane bushings for every single point possible
- new balljoints with experimental LCA spacers for geometry + camber
- billet LCA brackets for stiffness + caster correction
- tune+ titanium exhaust
- rpf1’s + federal fz-201s tires
- gutted rear bumper
- turbosmart WGA, turbo blanket. Retune pending
- coolerworx billet shifter assembly

There’s more to do but I’ve stopped here and it needs a shakedown before I continue. The list doesn’t really show how much work it all is to do in the driveway/home garage. Dropping subframes, cutting, pressing, grinding, drilling etc. but it’s a passion and my time is worthless lol. Save money

https://i.ibb.co/9tNZLdN/IMG-9461.jpg (https://ibb.co/ySX41xX)
https://i.ibb.co/tpdCCd2/IMG-9458.jpg (https://ibb.co/HTJggJP)
uploading pictures online (https://imgbb.com/)

[BIC_BAWS]

I have four (4) WIX 57064 oil filter cartridges, brand new in original box. Free (including shipping) if you make a donation of any value to BC Children's Hospital, or you buy Badhobz and 68style a bubble tea. :)

Each box comes with the oil filter cartridge and a sealed gasket. Retail value is about $11'ish+ each plus tax, and possibly more.

This filter fits the following vehicle make and models with the 1.8L engine:
2009 and 2010 Pontiac Vibe
2008 to 2014 Scion xD
2018 to 2020 Toyota C-HR
2009 to 2016 Toyota Corolla (1.8L Engine only)
2009 to 2014 Matrix (1.8L engine only)
2010 to 2018 Toyota Prius
2017 Toyota Prius Prime
2012 to 2018 Toyota Prius V

This oil filter is interchangeable with Toyota factory part numbers:
0415203002, 0415237010, 04152B1010, 04152B1010000, 04152YZZA6, 19185485, 415237010, 4152YZZA6, A120E7102S

Thank you! :)

I'll play.

I (should) have five (5) MANN HU925/4X oil filter cartridges, brand new in original box. Free (pick up only) if you make a donation of any value to BC Children's Hospital, or you buy Badhobz and 68style a bubble tea. :) or you do the next round of kids gifts at Stock & Noob meet.

Will fit any cars with the M54, which includes but not limited to:
1998-2000 323i/323is (E36)
1996-2000 328i (E36)
1996-1999 328is (E36)

1997-2000 528i (E39)
2001-2005 525i/530i (E39)

2000 323CI (E46)
2000 328Ci (E46)
2001-2006 325Ci/330ci (E46)
2001-2005 325i/325xi/330i/330xi (E46)

2001-2005 X5 3.0i

1997-2002 Z3 2.8L/3.0L Coupe/Roadster

2003-2005 Z4

2004-2006 X3

I also have a REIN (CHE0347R) heater hose BNIB subject to the above terms.

OEM / Interchange Numbers: 11531726688, 11531738053

It will fit: E36 325i, E36 325ic, 325is, M3 - M50B25, S50B30, S52B32

[jing]

https://i.imgur.com/a7wGIrV.jpeg

Gave my tips a good rub

[Badhobz]

I don’t get it.

Less shinny is better ? Or more shinny is better ?

[jing]

Idk

[bcrdukes]

Oil change on the Corolla iM today using the correct filter. :D
https://i.imgur.com/WzhufoE.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/UHjZi6K.jpeg

[Badhobz]

Ooooooo spin on filters are the best. I hate Toyotas lame ass filters that you gotta take out, strip the inside cartridge and then replace the gaskets. Weak.

Spin on and off is the best (unless the previous retard dealership idiot spun it on so tight that you can’t even get it off without breaking)

[sonick]

Ooooooo spin on filters are the best. I hate Toyotas lame ass filters that you gotta take out, strip the inside cartridge and then replace the gaskets. Weak.

Spin on and off is the best (unless the previous retard dealership idiot spun it on so tight that you can’t even get it off without breaking)

Hobz likes a spinner? :ifyouknow:

[Badhobz]

I took my little shit box for tinting today. Nixon at street legal tint took good care of me and I was finished in under 3h for 390 bucks all in.

https://i.postimg.cc/T379m0JD/IMG-0270.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/QxqSNhBS/IMG-0266.jpg

Looks good all blacked out with 5% limo tint

https://i.postimg.cc/qMrjdz7z/IMG-0265.jpg

[JDMDreams]

Can't tell but did you do the fronts? $390 for 5 windows sounds steep

[Badhobz]

^ didn’t touch the fronts at all. Fear of Cain and VIs in Vancouver.

Last time I used these guys it was 280. It’s gone up about 100 bucks since 4-5 years ago. Still an amazing job and I’m glad this dude is around. My old tint that they did on the Camrys is still impeccable. Even with the chihuahuas occasionally going nuts and trying to scratch random strangers next to them. Their sharp little claws still did no damage to the tint.

[sonick]

Can't tell but did you do the fronts? $390 for 5 windows sounds steep

I can't imagine anything that's 3 hrs of dedicated labour that could be done for much less than $390 in this day in age.

RMT and physio is like $120/hr now.

[Badhobz]

its hard work man.

cutting the tint precisely, cleaning the glass, removing some trim pieces in order to get it perfect, and using a hard card to squeegee shit while also using a heat gun to get rid of dimples. I was watching them finish up and honestly, there's an art to it.

Not everyone can do this.

[Matsuda]

Nixon did the tint on my golf r too

[Badhobz]

https://i.postimg.cc/j5MXth3c/IMG-0271.jpg

Why are vw oil filters like 31 dollars each!?!??!?! Friggin robbery!!!
That lousy metal washer for the drain plug is 4 bucks!??!

https://qph.cf2.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-4a15739d008b2f3c769dea9b5f79bf23-lq

[Traum]

Cuz you bought from their parts dept?

A Fram would have been $5 :badpokerface:

[Badhobz]

but ....but .....i dont wanna use a Cram FeelsBadMan

https://cdna.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/021/857/522/large/bryce-lemon-render06.jpg?1573200171

[headhunt3r]

Try rockauto? Ships to your door, no surprise fees if you prepay taxes, shipping is fairly quick.

[JDMDreams]

You can do that fcp thing where you buy one filter and one oil then ship the used one back and get free oil for life like a true Asian

[Badhobz]

That’s excellent !!! How I never knew about dis

[trollface]

Fram is trash

[320icar]

Fram is trash

Why.

[headhunt3r]

You can do that fcp thing where you buy one filter and one oil then ship the used one back and get free oil for life like a true Asian

So I've heard about this for years and as a noob euro owner I wanted to try this out for myself. You can only return used oil after you purchase your second kit. This was my experience, all in USD.

First kit: $73
Second kit: $68
Cost to ship used oil back using USPS from Seattle: $46

So I'll get $73 in credit back after spending $46 to ship the oil, that'd make me up only $27. IMO it's not really worth the hassle of boxing and bagging it up. I've read that people cram oil into the USPS flat rate large box, but that'd only work if your car uses 6Qt or less of oil, otherwise there's no way you're cramming 1x 5Qt + 2x 1Qt + oil filter into the large box. Others have tried. You can also wait and combine returns and ship other small items but honestly after trying it once, I don't think I'd do it again. I miss how cheap my NA Miata maintenance was. I gave the BMW LM oil but will look to see if good ol' Kirkland oil will suffice.

[trollface]

Why.

Fram usually has fiber end caps (the cheaper orange ones). A long long long time ago I used to work at a shop and we saw many end caps just straight up fail when we took them off cars.

Everyone at the shop swears by MANN filters.

[roastpuff]

Rockauto Mann/OEM equivalent is like $11... just get it there.

[Badhobz]

Is it ? Fuck. I always buy oem parts because I figure it ain’t worth the risk but Toyota oem parts is dirt cheap vs this vw stuff. Like a Toyota oil filter for my ratrolla is only 11 dollars and 8 dollars if it’s for the RX / ES. At that price why bother going after market.

Also is there any validity to this VW 508 oil standard ? It’s forcing me to buy Castrol instead of my usual 0w20 Kirkland oil just because of this lame ass requirement.

[yray]

bulk buy mahle filters

[Traum]

Also is there any validity to this VW 508 oil standard ? It’s forcing me to buy Castrol instead of my usual 0w20 Kirkland oil just because of this lame ass requirement.
I dunno about this VW 508 00 oil standard, but it seems to be the same as the Porsche C20 standard, which seems to be a 0W20 oil standard. With the Porsche C40 / VW 511 00 standard (for 5W40 oil), it is meant to be used in cars that have some sort of exhaust emission control / particulate filter sort of thing. If you were to use the older Porsche A40 / VW 502 00 oils, over time it is going to clog up the emission control / particulate filter, and the darn thing is apparently not cheap to replace.

Those Porsche C40 / VW 511 00 oils aren't exactly the easiest thing around to find, and it doesn't help that a lot of times the retailers / distributors aren't even aware of the difference between A40 vs C40...

If you are going to order some oil for FIY, double check on the bottles / jugs to make sure that they are the right kind that you need.

[Badhobz]

So all the crap I’ve read says it really doesn’t have any difference in blend over other 0w20 oils but it will be the first thing the dealership checks for (oil analysis) if you have a warranty claim.

Argh that jug of Castrol is a lot more money than Kirkland. I only buy that stuff for the ratrolla.

[AstulzerRZD]

So all the crap I’ve read says it really doesn’t have any difference in blend over other 0w20 oils but it will be the first thing the dealership checks for (oil analysis) if you have a warranty claim.

Argh that jug of Castrol is a lot more money than Kirkland. I only buy that stuff for the ratrolla.

BITOG forum seems to think the 508 oils have way better shear resistance than other oils (i.e. doesn't thin out as easily)

The performance even with lots of soot is the other part that Traum mentioned.

[AstulzerRZD]

Ford started switching from timing chains to wet timing belts that also drive the oil pump.
Makes buying used ones a gamble because previous owner probably didn't use the Ford spec oil.

The wrong oil means the belt disintegrates into the oil, clogs up the oil pump, and skips timing.
Must use WSS-M2C961-A1 for 5w-30 or WSS-M2C960-A1 for 5w-20

1.0EB, 1.5EB, 2.7EB, 21+ 5.0, Chevy 3.0 Duramax all have it.
Supposedly reduces timing chain hammering and works for up to 1100HP, but really impacts real world durability.

3.3 and 3.5EB are fine.

[mickz]

https://i.postimg.cc/rpV1Yt5V/IMG-8943.jpg

Why are vw oil filters like 31 dollars each!?!??!?! Friggin robbery!!!
That lousy metal washer for the drain plug is 4 bucks!??!

https://qph.cf2.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-4a15739d008b2f3c769dea9b5f79bf23-lq

Go see Kris at VM Autohaus in Burnaby

[bcrdukes]

I’ve crossed shopped for filters at RockAuto and they aren’t that much cheaper (if at all) versus buying local. After the taxes and shipping, the savings are marginal.

If you can buy bulk filters, you can save a bit, but not everyone has a commercial account.

My only suggestion to Badhobz is to return the vehicle and get a Maybach.

[roastpuff]

I’ve crossed shopped for filters at RockAuto and they aren’t that much cheaper (if at all) versus buying local. After the taxes and shipping, the savings are marginal.

If you can buy bulk filters, you can save a bit, but not everyone has a commercial account.

My only suggestion to Badhobz is to return the vehicle and get a Maybach.

For this particular case, EA888 filters (Mann HU6013Z) are $7.88 each, and shipping is $16 taxes and duties included. If you buy 4 of them, the cost drops to ~$12 each. Instead of $31 plus taxes each.

[Badhobz]

I can’t stand it !!!! Between paying 31 dollars for a filter and 4 dollars for a drain plug washer I’m losing my mind.

That’s a lot of Costco savings required to make back that kinda money

Plus I can’t even cheap out on the oil and use Kirkland stuff. Noooooo, now I have to find this insanely specific VW 508 shit that’s formulated to rip you off all the while this heap will likely be stranded on the side of the road anyways

https://i.postimg.cc/tJ2s02sF/IMG-0272.jpg

At least she looks good stranded too. I better get used to this view.

[bcrdukes]

For Badhobz, it’s VW branded filters or bust!

[fuzebox]

Changed the transmission fluid in my 997 to Mobilube PTX. Eliminated the notchy 1st and 2nd when cold. Ended up being super easy to do on my neighbour's lift, that stuff stinks though.

[trollface]

I can’t stand it !!!! Between paying 31 dollars for a filter and 4 dollars for a drain plug washer I’m losing my mind.

That’s a lot of Costco savings required to make back that kinda money

Plus I can’t even cheap out on the oil and use Kirkland stuff. Noooooo, now I have to find this insanely specific VW 508 shit that’s formulated to rip you off all the while this heap will likely be stranded on the side of the road anyways

https://i.postimg.cc/tJ2s02sF/IMG-0272.jpg

At least she looks good stranded too. I better get used to this view.

Buy some megapixels for your camera bro

[red kryptonite]

this gives me beach truck vibes :notbad:
alot of ppl at the ferry terminal were like thats sick, is that legal...
https://tnstatic.net/attachments/thumbnail_afc38538-c228-429a-b0d9-93380fec4d32-jpg.1009731/

[Badhobz]

https://i.postimg.cc/3JWKCS1N/11.jpg
I ordered 12 quarts of this insanely expensive VW oil.

0w20 snake oil 6qts = 93 bucks
+
VW oil filter made of gold and myrrh = 31 bucks
+
VW drain plug washer made of space age metals = 4 bucks
+
Fuck you in the ass taxes
======================
= I should have bought a corolla in a manual instead.


im so cheap im gonna go find their warehouse / distro center and go pick it up myself. i aint paying you 20 bucks for shipping 12 bottles of liquid gold! thats robbery on top of robbery

[Traum]

Are 5QT jugs not available?

Generally, I only like the 1QT bottles if I am topping the oil off. It is much easier to stick to a single 5L / 5Q jug for proper oil changes.

(The 4.4L garbage can go back into to the bean counter's a$$.)

[Badhobz]

i did the math, and because if you bought in "bulk" you save 5%, it works out cheaper than buying the 5L jugs. I also hate these 1L bottles as its just more of a hassle to open up 6 bottles.

[roastpuff]

https://i.postimg.cc/3JWKCS1N/11.jpg
I ordered 12 quarts of this insanely expensive VW oil.

0w20 snake oil 6qts = 93 bucks
+
VW oil filter made of gold and myrrh = 31 bucks
+
VW drain plug washer made of space age metals = 4 bucks
+
Fuck you in the ass taxes
======================
= I should have bought a corolla in a manual instead.


im so cheap im gonna go find their warehouse / distro center and go pick it up myself. i aint paying you 20 bucks for shipping 12 bottles of liquid gold! thats robbery on top of robbery
Dude. DUDE.

I told you Overdrive can get you 5L of that stuff for 75$ ish plus taxes.


Also, you won't need 6L per oil change, I think you overbought oil.

[Badhobz]

this works out to $73.85 for 5L

I heard online its 6.5QT (including filter)

[roastpuff]

Yeah but support local shops vs some random one in Ontario lol.

It says 6.5qt/5.7L but you typically won't get that much out, that's probably for a bone dry engine.

[Badhobz]

ah true true. is overdrive the guys on no 5 road or something? i think i went there to pickup donk's brake pads last time

ill grab it from them next time.

Im planning on doing oil at 2000kms, then 8,000kms before entering the regular 10,000km interval. i dont trust VAG's 20,000 interval bullshit.

[JDMDreams]

Issa lease!? It's a fwd beetle, it's still gonna leak oil and explode whether you maintain it or not.

[Dbone]

Viking Way near Avigilon.

And yeah, I was going to say I thought you leased it. Who gives a shit as long as warranty is maintained?

[Badhobz]

yeah but i might buy it out and keep it. It'll be the last manual GTI ever... who knows might be worth something later on.

I enjoy it so far. Quite fun! handles really well and the infotainment doesnt bother me.

[JDMDreams]

Don't you get some sort of free oil change, service package? Euro cars love offering that shit

[Badhobz]

they didnt offer anything like that for me. Plus i think they wouldnt have honored my request to do the oil at 2000kms. Just like my wife's old 128i, you had to go by their schedule or else.... OR ELSE!!!!!!

[underscore]

I finished up putting the brake controller in the Rav. I added aux power as well to run the trailer fridge while towing. I even labeled the wires in the engine bay cause it's my wifes nice vehicle and not one of my POS's lol

https://imgur.com/D3FRons.jpg

Then I popped the Grand Cherokee in the garage and started on the long arm install.

https://i.imgur.com/cC0UV9g.jpeg

The bend in that bottom piece caused by a rock making it very clear this was overdue lol

https://i.imgur.com/XiXAWDl.jpeg

No going back now!

[whitev70r]

Just put that damn GTI on FB Marketplace now before you put another penny into it.

And oh ... if you didn't research beforehand ... all manual GTI's go for less than DSG used.

Shoulda stay with your damn Lexus, Alfa Romeo, & Maserati.

But please post it here first with the best RS price ... thanks for eating the depreciation off the lot and adding the tinted windows.

[JDMDreams]

Add some r stickers to it and sell it to trollface

[Badhobz]

I think face troll thinks this is beneath him. He wants full Retard or nothing.


But please post it here first with the best RS price ... thanks for eating the depreciation off the lot and adding the tinted windows.

48,000 firm okay ? I know what I have. Umaru stickers are rare

One owner. Lots of accidents. Ooops. Stalled. Oooops popped out of 6th.

[trollface]

I see you bought some megapixels for your phone.

[Matsuda]

want some of my parts when I part out? lol

[Badhobz]

Nah I’m good. I got a shit ton of aliexpress garbage parts coming. I’m gonna run out of VHB tape putting them all over the car

[Tapioca]

Replaced the leaking water pump/thermostat on my MK7 Sportwagen a couple of weeks ago.

Pain in the ass. Book time is supposed to be 4-5 hours. The videos make it look so easy: https://youtu.be/qloWwsxK-nw

Took me two days, including removal of the intake manifold. Had to buy a crows foot wrench set to re-tighten the high pressure fuel line that I had to remove. Fuel leaked everywhere when I started the car initially and my garage smelled for a few days.

I have way more appreciation for BMW engineering after working on a VW/Audi product.

[Badhobz]

I hope you replaced it with a metal one !!! Lousy German plastic crap

I wonder if they fixed this on the mk8. I sincerely doubt it.

[trollface]

What are you replacing it with?

[68style]

My neighbour just did this too, waterpump leaked and fouled his CPS, only figured it out when he went to replace the CPS and discovered the leak... he replaced it with an aluminum one. I have no idea why German manufacturers insist on making parts of their cooling systems out of plastic.

[Badhobz]

does porsche have this problem? arent their water pumps all plastic too?

edit: i just saw this on rennlist

"... sold my 17 Porsche 991.2 S,,,3 waterpumps in 50K,,,come on...each under warranty,,,NO loaner and 1 hour away..I had the service dept. on speed dial.....what a POS car and the dealer could care less..."

[68style]

Pretty sure Porsche historically uses metal water pumps, but with plastic/composite impellers. They usually die from bearing failure.

[underscore]

Just when I was thinking I should go test drive a GTI lol

[bcrdukes]

Just when I was thinking I should go test drive a GTI lol

Suffer together with Badhobz :lol

[Badhobz]

i like the way the GTI drives. its pretty good for me as an old man.

Its very refined for such a small platform and it rotates/pivots quite easily with driver input.

Maybe a bit too refined as it feels more like an audi nowadays than a hot hatch.

you should still go try it underscore! honestly for 500 bucks a month, its the best bargain performance buy on the new car market

[underscore]

I still might, there's a nice looking 2019 for sale nearby in the exact spec I like. The dealer has a couple new ones but that front bumper makes me feel like I have trypophobia lol. I got the call that Toyota is getting in a GRC in the spec I want but I'm still on the fence about that.

I also got to test drive a slightly clapped out Altezza too and I really enjoyed it. It felt really agile and just fun where the GRC felt really serious. I'm just not sure if putting the kids in a 20+ year old tin can sometimes is a good idea lol. I imagine the GTI would be similarly fun while being more modern.

And then ultimately I cycle back around to whether I can let go of the Celica yet. It's such a problem child but I know if I regret the sale it'd be hard to find another.

[trollface]

I cant get over how brutal the GRC interior is.

They Type R interior is like 20x nicer.

[EvoFire]

The Altezza/IS300 isn't terrible. No different from putting your kids in a E46 imo. Of the few cars I am super interested in owning, a IS300 in manual is pretty high up there.

In Battle Gear you can swap a 2GR-FSE in it, and it's stupid fun.

[JDMDreams]

I wonder how good the beams is for our roads. I just heard prices went up since they are us legal now

[underscore]

Obviously they're not fast with only 210hp but even thought the one I drove wasn't running quite right it didn't feel underpowered either, if that makes sense.

[JDMDreams]

I drove an auto one many years ago from velocity and honestly I remember it drove like a civic with no low end torque at all. I want to try if manual makes it any better

[68style]

It's a very peaky engine, an automatic is a very poor match for it

[Gumby]

I also got to test drive a slightly clapped out Altezza too and I really enjoyed it. It felt really agile and just fun where the GRC felt really serious. I'm just not sure if putting the kids in a 20+ year old tin can sometimes is a good idea lol. I imagine the GTI would be similarly fun while being more modern.
My son just turned 16 recently and he's gonna learn to drive in a 2000 Civic sedan (EK). Now THAT is a tin can...

[68style]

IS300/Altezza is hardly a tin can, my buddy who owns a bodyshop always bitches at me whenever I brought mine in for anything because he said it's like a double redundancy Corolla on wheels... everything he'd have to do to take apart a Corolla he has to do twice on the IS300 and with twice as many bolts/screws/whatever built in.

That said it's a pretty damn small car compared to today's behemoths. It's parked next to my Supra and my Supra is almost longer than it.

[JDMDreams]

But then their pricing is pretty much in the same league as is350 so I dunno that is just a better choice

[68style]

IS350's are less than $10k?

IS250's maybe.

Classics are always going to start spiking in value... give it another 5 years when all the Surrey jacks have destroyed most of them and all the earlier IS350's will be 50% more than they are right now too.

[EvoFire]

The IS350 is going to be the better car around town 90% of the time, but you don't get that fancy chronograph gauge faces. And I'd imagine the Altezza would drive better. The also hasn't aged as much as the gen2 IS has

[AstulzerRZD]

It’s ok the IS350 RWDs will all snap oversteer into a tree after they pulled the ABS fuse to do a burnout

[JDMDreams]

I thought that's only Ecoboost mustangs and V6 challengers. They upgraded from g35 g37

[dark0821]

I still might, there's a nice looking 2019 for sale nearby in the exact spec I like. The dealer has a couple new ones but that front bumper makes me feel like I have trypophobia lol. I got the call that Toyota is getting in a GRC in the spec I want but I'm still on the fence about that.

I also got to test drive a slightly clapped out Altezza too and I really enjoyed it. It felt really agile and just fun where the GRC felt really serious. I'm just not sure if putting the kids in a 20+ year old tin can sometimes is a good idea lol. I imagine the GTI would be similarly fun while being more modern.

And then ultimately I cycle back around to whether I can let go of the Celica yet. It's such a problem child but I know if I regret the sale it'd be hard to find another.


Honestly I think you will find vastly difference experiences that you will most defn keep your Celica GT-Four if you went with the GTI route.

I agree with BadHobz, its such a bargain for $500 taxed in for 36 months

But when he dropped by so I could have a go at it... the GTI felt... flat... its good at everything, but great at nothing, it doesn't feel performance-y at all, and I gave it a good go! A very German thing, the thing is fast, but doesnt feel fast. Opposite of Hyundai, feels very fast but not all that fast lol.

Nothing wrong with the car, but you can tell it wasn't built like the Type R, GRC or your Celica per say.

After I drove it, I took BadHobz out in our Kona N, total different experience, good fun for shits and giggles. Wheel hop all day long, pops and bangs (with a warranty), very loud for a stock vehicle, and can all be turned off and go into ECO mode~ The GTI gets no where near the visceral experience that the Kona N offers~

[underscore]

Unfortunately since we bought a trailer I don't really have the space to comfortably have a third vehicle again, so either the Celica or the Grand Cherokee would have to go. If it was just up to me I'd have like 6 cars lol.

IS300/Altezza is hardly a tin can, my buddy who owns a bodyshop always bitches at me whenever I brought mine in for anything because he said it's like a double redundancy Corolla on wheels... everything he'd have to do to take apart a Corolla he has to do twice on the IS300 and with twice as many bolts/screws/whatever built in.

By modern standards it kinda is, it's still a 3000lb car designed in the mid 90's. Though it looks like they crash tested the IS back in 2002 and it did better than it's rivals from the era. I don't know if they changed anything vs the early ones or vs the Altezza but I'd want a later one either way.

[Badhobz]

Yes that kona N is absolutely bonkers.

Gti is a mild hatch. Not even spicy. Just like white guy spicy. Kona N is fucking Korean spicy on steroids.

Only problem with Kona N is the transmission is slow. Pop a downshift. Wait a sec and then hear it go bahahhhpapappapaapa. If you don’t like farts. Don’t get a Kona N

If I’d known about the Kona N, I might have taken a second look at it. However no Manuel and that horrible brand association (wife won’t let me buy a Hyundai) ultimately makes it a challenging choice.

Plus it doesn’t help it’s much more expensive than the GTI due to god awful residuals

P.s don’t be a prejudice retard like me. Go give the N products a try. You’ll be blown away. I had a shit faced grin the entire time I was driving that thing. When I drive my German sausage I have a stout look of moody disappointment. Germans don’t like fun ja? Plus you wanna pay special VW oil and 31 dollar filters ?!? Huh ?!? Do ya ?!?

[trollface]

The new Golf R 8.5 is out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bhmlDgzKX8

[Badhobz]

Barely looks any different. No Manuel too. Boooo stupid ! Boooooo !!!

Giant tablet looks even dumber than the current.

[trollface]

I personally dig the new tablets in cars. The display is nice and crispy.

[Klondike]

Replaced the leaking water pump/thermostat on my MK7 Sportwagen a couple of weeks ago.

Pain in the ass. Book time is supposed to be 4-5 hours. The videos make it look so easy: https://youtu.be/qloWwsxK-nw

Took me two days, including removal of the intake manifold. Had to buy a crows foot wrench set to re-tighten the high pressure fuel line that I had to remove. Fuel leaked everywhere when I started the car initially and my garage smelled for a few days.

I have way more appreciation for BMW engineering after working on a VW/Audi product.

Oh hell naw fuck that. I'll let someone else deal with that headache :heckno:

I can't believe you have to go through all that just to access the water pump.

[whitev70r]

The new Golf R 8.5 is out.



Hideous looking wheels on the blue version Golf R ... don't care that they are forged, just ugly!

[radeonboy]

Looks quite good blacked out
https://cdn.motor1.com/images/mgl/6ZQ3xb/s1/vw-golf-r-black-edition-2024.jpg

And the wagon guise is just :drool
https://cdn.motor1.com/images/mgl/AkQr09/s1/vw-golf-r-variant-2024.jpg

[whitev70r]

yah, will give you that. Blacked out version of wheels is 100x better than silver ones!

[Matsuda]

but we'll never see the wagon here =(

[EvoFire]

but we'll never see the wagon here =(

By the time Trollface gets around to buying a R, the MK7.5 R wagon would be legal to import.

[Badhobz]

That blacked out one looks just like my blacked out one. I can’t even tell the difference.

[trollface]

Buy some Lasik for your eyes bro.

[Badhobz]

No you !! NO YOU !!!

I personally dig the new tablets in cars. The display is nice and crispy.
Just like yerrrr face !!!!!!

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/3a/2b/30/3a2b30cce4957e7d9bc3a5ed247b5181.gif

[underscore]

More evidence that upgrades were needed. I had to very slowly get this bolt going with an open ended wrench at a funky angle, until it was clear of the bent lip and I could get a socket on it.

https://i.imgur.com/MYLkLo2.jpeg

New crossmember and skidplate in. tbh I'm not entirely sure why they go through the hassle to make a whole new crossmember, adjust the bracket a bit and you could just bolt the ends under the stock one and save a lot of hassle and expense.

https://i.imgur.com/MAsGKXC.jpeg

Part of the install requires drilling holes to pass the flag nuts through. I didn't have a hole saw in that size, and I didn't feel like buying a whole kit, so I bought just the one size I need. The crossmember has a hole the same size so no center bit needed. So I slapped this bolt in which let me use my impact to do it. Definitely a little sketchy but very effective.

https://i.imgur.com/d7beYC9.jpeg

[bcrdukes]

Oil change on the Corolla iM today using the correct filter. :D

Following up to the oil change I did a week or two ago.

The oil change was due as per maintenance schedule (8000KM or 6 months, whichever comes first.) This was in preparation for a road trip my wife and I just got back from. We went to the following places:


Cincinnati, OH
Williamstown, KY
Richmond, KY
Corbin, KY
Columbus, OH
Pittsburgh, PA
Cleveland, OH


Overall, an interesting road trip in the Corolla iM. My wife and I took turns driving. We left at around midnight last Friday in order to beat the rush of traffic along the 401 towards the Detroit/Windsor border and arrived at Cincinnati at around 10am or so (with some breaks in between.)

The weather was hot as hell as there was a hot spell coming through the mid west, up into Toronto/Great Lakes area. We stopped along random gas stations along the interstate freeway, such as Loves, Buc'ees (Richmond, KY) for washroom breaks, quick snacks, and to fuel up. My wife joked that this was like the 24 Hours of Le Mans. :peek:

Lots of very friendly American folk, great southern hospitality the further south we went, and polarizing views on abortion, gun control, politics, religion, and issues like gay rights etc. People really make their opinions known out this way.

No real photos of particular interest except for the Cincinnati Reds vs. Boston Red Sox game we went to see at the Great American Ball Park in Cincinatti, and homage to Badhobz where we went to the Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum in Corbin, KY. Fun fact - There was an Indian family in the parking lot. I didn't pick a fight with them because they didn't steal our parking spot.

https://i.imgur.com/wKqDKkA.jpeg
https://i.imgur.com/ZNVeIvE.jpeg

There was a flash flood on our way from Cleveland towards the Pennsylvania border. It got pretty scary as rain would just envelop your car and you could NOT see in front of you. Took us a while to get back home but otherwise, saw a Subaru and GTI pulled over to the side of the road (premonition for Badhobz?) All in all, good road trip. Never seen as many Toyota Avalons and Solaras in my life. 2600KM later, the Corolla holds up. :fuckyea:

[Badhobz]

Fun fact - There was an Indian family in the parking lot. I didn't pick a fight with them because they didn't steal our parking spot.

Have I taught you nothing ?!?!!?!! Fight them !!!!!!

Corolla road trips are the best road trips. I wanna take the golf down for a road trip but it might leave me dead in crackville USA

[bcrdukes]

They had guns. :pokerface:

[bcrdukes]

Have I taught you nothing ?!?!!?!! Fight them !!!!!!

Corolla road trips are the best road trips. I wanna take the golf down for a road trip but it might leave me dead in crackville USA

My only real gripe (first world problem) is the engine's displacement. 1.8L CVT isn't all that fun or safe when you're trying to merge onto the Interstate freeway and you've got an 18-wheeler coming up to the side of you at 85MPH. :badpokerface:

I checked my tire pressure along the way, and with the heat wave, the tire pressures spiked to 40psi, whereas I left Toronto with 33psi as per factory recommendation. :ahwow:

A few things we learned on this road trip:
1. We can road trip in this car - We need to make it work
2. It's nice to have a bigger car or at least a car with more displacement/power. Would be more comfortable too.
3. Confirmed we don't need an SUV, despite popular demand. I've always been anti-SUV (nothing against anyone who owns one or in the market for one.)

Given this experience, we will attempt to drive to the Maritimes later this summer during back-to-school season. We've always wanted to visit the Maritimes, and felt driving was the best way to explore the country and the other side of Canada. :)

[Gerbs]

Yes that kona N is absolutely bonkers.

Gti is a mild hatch. Not even spicy. Just like white guy spicy. Kona N is fucking Korean spicy on steroids.

Only problem with Kona N is the transmission is slow. Pop a downshift. Wait a sec and then hear it go bahahhhpapappapaapa. If you don’t like farts. Don’t get a Kona N

If I’d known about the Kona N, I might have taken a second look at it. However no Manuel and that horrible brand association (wife won’t let me buy a Hyundai) ultimately makes it a challenging choice.

Plus it doesn’t help it’s much more expensive than the GTI due to god awful residuals

P.s don’t be a prejudice retard like me. Go give the N products a try. You’ll be blown away. I had a shit faced grin the entire time I was driving that thing. When I drive my German sausage I have a stout look of moody disappointment. Germans don’t like fun ja? Plus you wanna pay special VW oil and 31 dollar filters ?!? Huh ?!? Do ya ?!?

Should've gotten the Veloster N or Elantra N, surprisingly so fun for what it is.

I really liked the GTI over the R though. Felt more fun for some reason.

[EvoFire]

My only real gripe (first world problem) is the engine's displacement. 1.8L CVT isn't all that fun or safe when you're trying to merge onto the Interstate freeway and you've got an 18-wheeler coming up to the side of you at 85MPH. :badpokerface:

I checked my tire pressure along the way, and with the heat wave, the tire pressures spiked to 40psi, whereas I left Toronto with 33psi as per factory recommendation. :ahwow:

A few things we learned on this road trip:
1. We can road trip in this car - We need to make it work
2. It's nice to have a bigger car or at least a car with more displacement/power. Would be more comfortable too.
3. Confirmed we don't need an SUV, despite popular demand. I've always been anti-SUV (nothing against anyone who owns one or in the market for one.)

Given this experience, we will attempt to drive to the Maritimes later this summer during back-to-school season. We've always wanted to visit the Maritimes, and felt driving was the best way to explore the country and the other side of Canada. :)

Why can't you roadtrip in it? We had the same Corolla iM model in Australia and we road tripped in that one. Agreed the 1.8 CVT is weak but mine was a different problem, it had no power in the twisties and the passing zones aren't long enough for it to pick up speed when the bus or RV ahead of you would not slow down so you can get ahead of them.

[bcrdukes]

Why can't you roadtrip in it? We had the same Corolla iM model in Australia and we road tripped in that one. Agreed the 1.8 CVT is weak but mine was a different problem, it had no power in the twisties and the passing zones aren't long enough for it to pick up speed when the bus or RV ahead of you would not slow down so you can get ahead of them.

We originally thought we would need more space to pack stuff we wanted to bring, and really, it boiled down to whether or not it could keep up on the twisties and the passing zones. You're dead spot on with lack of power. Merging and the rolling hills going through Ohio and Pennsylvania was a challenge, and you really had to give it all in order to keep up with the pick up trucks, SUVs, and big rig trucks.

[EvoFire]

We originally thought we would need more space to pack stuff we wanted to bring, and really, it boiled down to whether or not it could keep up on the twisties and the passing zones. You're dead spot on with lack of power. Merging and the rolling hills going through Ohio and Pennsylvania was a challenge, and you really had to give it all in order to keep up with the pick up trucks, SUVs, and big rig trucks.

I think the benefit for us in Australia is, well, it's Australia.

They are less insane on the highway because their road rules are stricter than most of North America. Typically the follow a similar car buying pattern as Europe where most cars are of the less power variant. In North America, anything less than 200hp is detrimentally slow nowadays unless you are driving something like a Mini or Fiat 500.

Space wasn't an issue for two adults and we fit our two suitcases in the trunk no problem, that left the back seat for all the regular road trip junk like food and jackets and other garbage.

We'd probably be ok road tripping in a 911 if it's the two of us.

[bcrdukes]

We packed two small duffel bags with our stuff, and two coolers. One to keep drinks cold with ice packs, and the other one with food/snacks such as fruit and whatever.

We ended up buying stuff along the way, so space was definitely not an issue. I think more honestly, security was the major concern as we didn't want stuff sitting visible in the back seat. Trunk was fine because it has the trunk/privacy cover.

[immorality]

Why can't you roadtrip in it?

I just did 3345km in my MR2 over 5 days, and it was fine... mostly fine.

[68style]

Weren't you by yourself tho?

dukes wife needs to bring a wardrobe yo

[GIZZ]

I just did 3345km in my MR2 over 5 days, and it was fine... mostly fine.

older Toyotas are pretty good mechanically, what went wrong?

old toyota trim tho, before I do anything on the mr2 interior I always pick up some epoxy and crazy glue.

[Badhobz]

I just did 3345km in my MR2 over 5 days, and it was fine... mostly fine.

Where did ya go and how come no pics ?!?!?

[AzNightmare]

don't judge me..

https://i.imgur.com/pXhDfVV.png

[Badhobz]

Looks nascar ish. Makes sense for a domestic. Although would be more appropriate with Goodyear tires or something else more nascar-y

[donk.]

You should black out the top of the O

[JDMDreams]

I thought people just used white out

[trollface]

Enjoy your yellow letters next week.

[Badhobz]

Tsk tsk trolly. You’re just not a fun individual

[hud 91gt]

Replaced Amazon FPR with Radium unit. Pretty handy tool less adjustment, but that means someone can change my fuel pressure with the flick of a finger. Lol. No ideas people!!

I think my list of cheap Chinese items is gone or very very small. They’ve all failed me. lol

https://i.ibb.co/hdtMTPT/IMG-5732.jpg (https://ibb.co/c87vsGs)
free photos upload website (https://imgbb.com/)

[hud 91gt]

… and finally went for a drive today fuel pressure was less stable then the Chinese one! Get back home and I see a difference of 8psi from cold to hot at idle. Do some troubleshooting and the fuel pump blows a fuse. Must have been on its way out. It’s all making sense now. Maybe that China Part was still good. lol!

[AzNightmare]

I thought people just used white out

Oh, I've done that before, lol.
https://imgur.com/a/jJueZfo

[Traum]

Oh, I've done that before, lol.
https://imgur.com/a/jJueZfo
Dafuq?! That actually works?!

[EvoFire]

Dafuq?! That actually works?!

If the letters are sunk instead of raised, then yeah I guess so.

[Badhobz]

thats ghetto as fuck, I LOVE IT. Time to get some Chinese TRIANGLE tires and make them white

[headhunt3r]

I just need a place to vent, so if you don't want to read somebody bitch and moan, please skip.


I had a Miata that I enjoyed a lot, and then my family size grew by one. My criteria for a replacement car was that it had to be manual, RWD, convertible, and seat at least 3. I ended up with a BMW N52 E88. I've never owned euro before because of its reputation for being unreliable and costly to fix. Nevertheless, my choices were extremely limited and here I am. I also like to work on my own cars. It keeps the costs down, and since I work a desk job, working with my hands and taking care of my own car is something that I enjoy, or at least so I thought.

When I bought the car, there were some normal maintenance items due, and everything on this car has just been more frustrating or annoying than I'd like. Oil pan gasket requires dropping the subframe, and I didn't have an engine brace, so I paid somebody to do that. Might as well throw in some new M3 control arms since the bushings were going on them anyways. Of course, this means needing an alignment. I take it to the shop - sorry buddy, your tie rods are seized and we don't carry any in stock. Fine, I'll limp home and replace them myself first before I bring it back.

The mechanic that replaced my oil pan gasket says the starter is probably the top of the list next. I get through this, but not before dealing with a dozen+ different kind of connects and terrible placement of brackets holding a spaghetti of hoses and wires throughout. That back PCV hose clip was the worst.

Next, I'm thinking I'll take care of the valve cover next, but discover the PITA process to remove the valvetronic motor. What the fuck BMW. Okay I'll put this on pause to do more homework and learn about it. Nope. CEL light time. I pull the code, and it's now complaining about the downstream O2 sensor. Fine, I'll order all 4 cuz the others are probably not far behind anyways. Then, after a few days, the light goes away by itself. God damn it, I'll do the downstream ones anyways. I get to spraying the sensors with penetrating fluid, and while I'm down there, I get greeted with a new control arm with some fluid on it. I look up, and the front left strut is leaking. Of course that's not the only leak, one area of the valve cover is leaking more than I thought and I've lost some new oil already because why not.

After ordering around $500 of O2 sensors, I placed another order for a Bilstein B12 Pro Kit and a bunch of other smaller related items. My wallet hurts, but I guess a suspension overhaul is what's next. I can't wait until I sell this thing and get back into a Miata one day. Or maybe I would've been better off with an older E46, or fun car-less for a while.

[underscore]

I didn't know what an M52 E88 was, so I searched it up and the first hit is another guy complaining about his too.

I keep being tempted by BMWs, especially after watching a bunch of M539 Restorations recently and seeing how DIY friendly some of them are or aren't and what the common weak points are. But I've noticed him making comments about random new faults his cars have. If his beautifully maintained cars are still spontaneously problematic then it seems unlikely you can properly bulletproof one.

[Badhobz]

My wife’s old 128i is dealership maintained. It’s basically perfect. But there’s always 2-3k worth of work on the table every time we go into the dealership.

List of shit I’ve ignored
- strut stops have worn out. Need replacements
- power steering res weeping

And some other shit I don’t recall. Either way about 2k worth of work left according to the dealer but even they told me to ignore this until later.

[headhunt3r]

The power steering reservoir leaking is common and I have it too. I normally take exceptional care of my cars but this hasn't even registered on scale of crap these cars produce. If you end up doing the bump stops you might as well replace the struts too while it's taken apart. If they're the originals it's probably a matter of time before they leak. I love that a dealer maintained that's "basically perfect" has a never ending to-do list.

[bcrdukes]

My wife’s old 128i is dealership maintained. It’s basically perfect. But there’s always 2-3k worth of work on the table every time we go into the dealership.

List of shit I’ve ignored
- strut stops have worn out. Need replacements
- power steering res weeping

And some other shit I don’t recall. Either way about 2k worth of work left according to the dealer but even they told me to ignore this until later.

The power steering reservoir leaking is common and I have it too. I normally take exceptional care of my cars but this hasn't even registered on scale of crap these cars produce. If you end up doing the bump stops you might as well replace the struts too while it's taken apart. If they're the originals it's probably a matter of time before they leak. I love that a dealer maintained that's "basically perfect" has a never ending to-do list.

I think these are simply factory features. I can't think of a BMW product that doesn't come with these two features. :hotbaby:

[EvoFire]

So far my experience of a surefire BMW experience are leaking rear diff seals, at least all the modern ones seem to do it. The M3 is a known common problem, but mine just doesn't have enough mileage for it to happen. The X3 had it done, and I'm expecting the X5 to have the same problem.

[Badhobz]

Ahhh thanks guy with white m3. Yes that’s the other one. Leaking seal.

BMW bingo !

[sonick]

Lol another 128i here with worn rear bumpstops.

I had slightly leaking rear struts but they seem to have stopped leaking as it hasn't been brought up the last few years of service now lol.

Currently a slight leak at the rear main seal too which sounds $$$

[bcrdukes]

I love reading about these BMW leaking issues. Makes me wet. :sweetjesus:

[Badhobz]

YAH BUT BUT BUT IT DRIVES MUY MUY BUENO ?

[bcrdukes]

Forget about driving. I'm happy if my Mini even starts. :lol

Speaking of which, the Mini is leaking like a bitch.

[yray]

https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcTBE-r0UrJGmrmB666Hz5_G5fPzRE2N_xzERVbC_N-hI0efTHQbhEy-2WUdYBDfoYZTvn0iR_8rxdM8EmhCbj8uvrQ55i34t3RfBsPl0Y qa1D5eB0Tebya8

[Badhobz]

^ is that for your ass ?

[68style]

The guy with the Land Rover is sure to be oil leak expert

"Your rear main seal is leaking? That's cute... my seals are leaking.. all of them... main, minor, window, you name it... even the ones that don't have any liquids near them... somehow they're also leaking"

[yray]

hey, its built in corrosion inhibiter

https://i.imgur.com/JYLWwpI.jpeg

bare metal underneath atf and dirt

[bcrdukes]

Mmm...delicious. :drool

Got my Boxster back from Mantis Autosport. Had to get new coil packs as the ones in the car are likely original and totally cracked. :okay:

Oil changed to Mobil 1 0W40. I normally run Motul 5W40 but found some Mobil 1 on sale for cheap and decided to save the Motul for another season. I also switched over to Millers transmission oil. Waaaaaay smoother than factory transmission fluid. The hype is real.

Brakes - switched over to Hawk DTC-70. Initially, no impressions until I held on to it, and then the loud squeal happened as to be expected on a track/race pad. Fresh flush of Motul RBF600 too.

Battery was now 8 years old and failed a load test, so that had to be replaced.

Did a compression and leak down test for peace of mind and came back with the results:
Cylinder 1- 8% -160psi
Cylinder 2- 10% - 155psi
Cylinder 3- 10% - 150psi
Cylinder 4- 9% - 150psi
Cylinder 5- 9% - 150psi
Cylinder 6- 8% - 145psi

Car hasn't been driven in a while so hopefully the numbers even out a bit more throughout the season, but I'm not expecting much change. Numbers are all within spec, so all is well. Gotta redline the motor more and give the fanboys a heart attack.

The most interesting change was the switch from the Koni Special Active shocks on H&R lowering springs to MCS coilovers. Initial impression is the car is much more planted to the ground, and shock/rebound really showcases the chassis a lot more, and control is a lot smoother. Granted, I only drove from the shop back home in bumper to bumper Toronto traffic, so I'm looking forward to the next track weekend in August. Unfortunately, I got COVID, so I decided to bow out of this weekend's track weekend with the local PCA group. :okay:

[Badhobz]

That’s like the cleanest boxster I’ve ever seen of that vintage. Props for driving a true Porsche classic and for making sure it didn’t blow the fuck up.

Also props for actually tracking the damn thing and not hiding it underneath a dust cover with the occasional cars and coffee run

[RabidRat]

got COVID, so I decided to bow out of this weekend's track weekend

I like how you still had to think about it.

[donk.]

Also props for actually tracking the damn thing and not hiding it underneath a dust cover with the occasional cars and coffee run

I know a guy with a baller blue 400hp+ roadster that never tracks it, but brings it to occasional car runs


.......



...

[Badhobz]

What a fucking douche bag that guy is eh ?

[Badhobz]

https://i.postimg.cc/s2K8xjck/IMG-9354.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/hP7HsqDm/IMG-9355.jpghttps://i.postimg.cc/9Qds3tqF/IMG-9353.jpg

My aliexpress car Nick nacks came in. The little cubby for the door handle is excellent. Not sure why VW elected to leave that as just a grab handle. Now I can store wallet / phone on the side

The gap filler between the seats and the center console is a must for me. I’ve dropped my phone a million times into that slot and it always pisses me off

The whole shabang was less than 20 dollars shipped.

[EvoFire]

If it's a cubby, it's going to collect dirt and be impossible to clean.

And then there's Ford
https://www.reddit.com/r/techsupportgore/comments/7ypckk/when_it_wasnt_a_phone_holder_after_all/

[Badhobz]

You can just pop It out to clean. Chinese craftsmanship at its finest.

[trollface]

It's prob made of lead

[Badhobz]

Well I can’t get any dumber so I think I’m safe.

[red kryptonite]

My aliexpress car Nick nacks came in.

The whole shabang was less than 20 dollars shipped.

i was looking at some recaro confetti fabric the other day, shits so cheap got me wanting to reupholster my rear seats and door cards.

[Badhobz]

You might as well try it. Honestly I’ve bought a lot of garbage from aliexpress and it’s usually pretty decent. Some things are hit and miss but you pay for what you get for the most part.

Also their dispute function is hardcore. I’ve gotten either 50 to 90% off for minor dissatisfactions.

[EvoFire]

i was looking at some recaro confetti fabric the other day, shits so cheap got me wanting to reupholster my rear seats and door cards.

Link? Maybe I'll reupholster something ridiculous

[68style]

You should wrap your car with it

[red kryptonite]

You might as well try it. Honestly I’ve bought a lot of garbage from aliexpress and it’s usually pretty decent. Some things are hit and miss but you pay for what you get for the most part.

Also their dispute function is hardcore. I’ve gotten either 50 to 90% off for minor dissatisfactions.

I’ve bought a few discontinued “lego” sets from there. I was actually pretty impressed with the quality. No missing pieces at 2000+ count, correct colours and prints. Only down side is it’ll take you twice as long to build it because it comes in one huge unsorted bag and the instructions sucks at differentiating black from dark grey.

Link? Maybe I'll reupholster something ridiculous

I haven’t compared shipping cost but there’s a few.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004673697180.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.4b 3e4364I8VDTJ&browser_id=c7f3184211074a2ba65ee2ee86fca157&aff_trace_key=25c4ad3b994c40f1bbf5bf9729d81a20-1720202271135-02237-UneMJZVf&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=eynhxmzixscarjfe190840bd6faffc6d81e15622 01&gclid=&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21CAD%2126.34%2120.77%21%21%2118.9 2%2114.92%21%402101e80f17202022868053244e30bc%2112 000030057238768%21sea%21CA%210%21AB&algo_pvid=871fbaff-b96a-4533-8449-b48d8fb7f0cc

[Badhobz]

Oh man I really want that Simpson’s house. I don’t know why I didn’t buy it before (probably cuz we didn’t have space to display it). Now I might need to buy a Sinapsons house instead. Instead of Homer it’ll have Wong ping with a wok cashing little ping around trying to murder him.

[hud 91gt]

It’s really risky business buying unknown cheap fabric if you’re paying someone to reupholster something. Next thing you know it fades or tears the next day

[EvoFire]

I’ve bought a few discontinued “lego” sets from there. I was actually pretty impressed with the quality. No missing pieces at 2000+ count, correct colours and prints. Only down side is it’ll take you twice as long to build it because it comes in one huge unsorted bag and the instructions sucks at differentiating black from dark grey.



I haven’t compared shipping cost but there’s a few.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004673697180.html?spm=a2g0n.productlist.0.0.4b 3e4364I8VDTJ&browser_id=c7f3184211074a2ba65ee2ee86fca157&aff_trace_key=25c4ad3b994c40f1bbf5bf9729d81a20-1720202271135-02237-UneMJZVf&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=eynhxmzixscarjfe190840bd6faffc6d81e15622 01&gclid=&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21CAD%2126.34%2120.77%21%21%2118.9 2%2114.92%21%402101e80f17202022868053244e30bc%2112 000030057238768%21sea%21CA%210%21AB&algo_pvid=871fbaff-b96a-4533-8449-b48d8fb7f0cc

I bought a set of those knock off sets and the fit and finish was terrible.

[JDMDreams]

Speaking of upholstery, does anyone have recommendations to rewrap suede? I have a suede trim piece that has damage and needs to be rewrapped.

[EvoFire]

Suede needs to be glued I think?

[red kryptonite]

It’s really risky business buying unknown cheap fabric if you’re paying someone to reupholster something. Next thing you know it fades or tears the next day

Good point! I guess it wouldn’t be bad idea just to get a sheet and leave it out in the sun all summer and see how it holds up and do some stress testing.

Speaking of upholstery, does anyone have recommendations to rewrap suede? I have a suede trim piece that has damage and needs to be rewrapped.

I think they make suede/alcantara with the adhesive backing for diy trim pieces.



I bought a set of those knock off sets and the fit and finish was terrible.
Really? Do u remember the brand? Mould King was pretty good but they’ve shut down and came back as something else because they kept getting sued by lego hahaha

[Badhobz]

I just bought 69stylez Simpson house !!! He had one brand new in box. wtf.
https://i.postimg.cc/1ttSfh4M/4.jpg

I asked him if it’s still available?

https://i.postimg.cc/9ffXqqnG/3.jpg

[red kryptonite]

nice! now u need to track down a kwik e mart.
do u collect, or just randomly want the simpson house?

[Badhobz]

Random. I’m just an old school Simpson’s fan.

[SSM_DC5]

What the hoof?

[hud 91gt]

Depends what it is. Glue is used to hold pieces that don’t have stretch, or to conform to inside curves. I picked up some upholstery glue from this place a few years back. A couple white ladies working hard and sniffing fumes all day at this place. They use good products (I needed a tiny bit and it only comes by the gallon, he said bring a small container) lol.

“Black Heart Design” near Coquitlam Ikea.

[trollface]

https://i.ibb.co/xmcjGVp/DSC01686-2.jpg

I've decided to put baseball leather seats in my car.

[Badhobz]

X on the headlights make it looks like it’s dead. Anime style
��

[hud 91gt]

Great photo of seats. Lol

[trollface]

Ty

[Badhobz]

Does anyone ever comment to you hey that’s a really nice Daihatsu ?

[trollface]

Do I look like a Daihatsu man to you.

[Badhobz]

yes?

[JDMDreams]

I'm thinking of being a Daihatsu man, the cars that the Japanese have been hording seems pretty interesting. Kinda want a copen. Hard top, turbo, and I think it hits 9000 rpm

[trollface]

Daewoo

[68style]

Good thing the tape is there to hold all that broken glass from the circuit racing this car sees :troll:

I kid, it’s always beautiful and the details really make it

[trollface]

Racing is dangerous

[Badhobz]

I added more shit to the Hitler Box
https://i.postimg.cc/SNbWRdgM/IMG-9451.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/XYyyB9MT/1.jpg
Fat ass wing (Ottenger style)

https://i.postimg.cc/pLGRv61v/2.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/02dfx75C/IMG-9435.jpg
Bumperdillo cuz why the hell not. it looks kinda Aero-y?

https://i.postimg.cc/XN5LHTTm/IMG-9434.jpg
Factory sun shades which will also act as an anti mosquito net if I ever go car camping.

[bcrdukes]

Ottinger!!!! :buttrock:

Not sure if factory colour matched, or just a very good AliExpress replica. :suspicious:

Regardless, looks sick. :fuckyea:

[red kryptonite]

looks good to me! did it come with the good 3m tape or some cheap garbage? i cant wait until all my aligarbage comes in lol

[Badhobz]

it came with the most garbage tape in the world that I just threw out. I used 3m VHB (very high bitch) tape and its on like a rock.

Like I said, aliexpress shit is hit and miss, but most of the time it'll surprise you. The quality, the shipping, the overall color match is quite good. What is absolutely amazing is the stinking price

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004052992050.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_l ist_main.5.7d2f18025KxGAm

20 bucks for the wing, 40 dollars for shipping = 60 bucks to GET THIS ricey ass wing!? come on, who would say no to that?

Soon im going to get some side skirts, and front splitter from Ali and stick it on.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006767544901.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.4 3.da51ZcrTZcrT2F&algo_pvid=0ebfffd3-b2ed-4fb1-960d-b2f39d4a71fe&algo_exp_id=0ebfffd3-b2ed-4fb1-960d-b2f39d4a71fe-21&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21CAD%21260.99%21130.50%21%21%2118 7.10%2193.55%21%402101eac917205859659817022ec856%2 112000038300153724%21sea%21CA%212218185347%21&curPageLogUid=DOGK6gXoBX2L&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A

this looks decent for a front splitter.

[bcrdukes]

Oh man, you got ripped off. Looks cheap.
#RevsceneConstructionGuy

[red kryptonite]

do it!!! full gti aliexpress build coming soon haha

[Badhobz]

https://i.postimg.cc/L8vw1VXN/IMG-9461.jpg
Loving the side profile now.
https://i.imgflip.com/38iqvl.png?a477936
DAT wing mmmmmm!!! It’s what the gti was missing.
https://i.postimg.cc/TwFbr133/IMG-9466.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/k46srkVD/IMG-9469.jpg

[SSM_DC5]

Can you do Aliexpress led underglow next?

[bcrdukes]

The GTI looks so much better with the rear spoiler. Should have come from the factory like this!

[underscore]

Do it, it's a laugh

https://i.imgur.com/iLNjtElh.gif

[Badhobz]

i still dont get why they made it illegal to drive around with the underglow on. it looks so pimp

[yray]

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/mmyeung/Craigslist/Ebay/9585b1e661a2d0b4fdff70315e98f604717.jpg

you gotta do this :troll:

[68style]

i still dont get why they made it illegal to drive around with the underglow on. it looks so pimp

Right?! So safe! Everyone notices you so clearly!

[Badhobz]

https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v684/mmyeung/Craigslist/Ebay/9585b1e661a2d0b4fdff70315e98f604717.jpg

you gotta do this :troll:

literally says Chinese VW. thats awesome. :alone:

[68style]

It's definitely built like one

[Badhobz]

no, if it was chinese built it would be better quality. stupid gewilos

My aliexpress wing doesnt squeak, the OEM one underneath squeaks like a bitch

[68style]

You needed gwailo tape to hold it on, if you were using the china tape it wouldn't be squeaking at all cuz it fell off 10m after you started driving lolol

[JDMDreams]

https://www.facebook.com/share/kHoJgWJ6vS4qRgyK/?mibextid=kL3p88

Pops and bang

[JDMDreams]

Which kit did you get, I've been wanting a set too

:pokerface:


Do it, it's a laugh

https://i.imgur.com/iLNjtElh.gif

[Badhobz]

^what car/cars do you have again? i never remember. plz tell me you want to throw that on your tesla

[Badhobz]

You needed gwailo tape to hold it on, if you were using the china tape it wouldn't be squeaking at all cuz it fell off 10m after you started driving lolol

that gewilo tape was also made in CHINAR! :alonehappy:

[68style]

But designed by gewilos with nap times

[trollface]

^ They make good everything except chinese food.

[underscore]

Which kit did you get, I've been wanting a set too

:pokerface:

This one with the remote. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002901347736.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_l ist_main.391.75411802xricik

[JDMDreams]

Did you just double side tape on? From my experience dirt, uneven surfaces doesn't really work well, unless you stick on smooth painted areas, but then that's still a maybe with gravity working against you

[underscore]

the front and rear are zip tied on, the sides I made clamps that attach to the pinch welds.

[Great68]

Not today, but on the weekend gave my car a 15 year birthday present:

New fluids (Oil, P/S, Transmission, Coolant), Clay Bar, Mother's 3-step system (cleaner, polish, wax) detail

https://i.imgur.com/MHurHY5.jpg

[Badhobz]

You don’t see too many of those around anymore. What a refreshing design.

Also can’t believe that’s 15 years old already. I remember when that design came out replacing the old protégé

[radeonboy]

That is incredibly clean, especially considering most of those have returned to the earth or are on their way there.

Back in the day I was floored to see an economy car come with leather seats. Time really flies...

[Great68]

Yeah it's been a pretty good car to me. Still scratches that itch, even though these days it only gets driven once or twice a week on nice days. It's my "take kid to soccer practice saturday car" (until the Mustang's done). Although my kid has his mother's tachophobia. Little bit of throttle and I get a "Daddy Too Fast!"

What amazes me the most is 15 years, 115,000kms, and I'm still on the factory clutch & rear brakes lol.

So glad I talked myself out of the Cobalt SS I wanted back in the day, I would have regretted that junk to this day.

[EvoFire]

Not today, but on the weekend gave my car a 15 year birthday present:

New fluids (Oil, P/S, Transmission, Coolant), Clay Bar, Mother's 3-step system (cleaner, polish, wax) detail

https://i.imgur.com/MHurHY5.jpg

I miss mine

[red kryptonite]

FKT, alot of good times there back in the day haha
its so satisfying seeing a freshly detailed black car... then all that hard work is undone after a few drives

[supafamous]

Not today, but on the weekend gave my car a 15 year birthday present:

New fluids (Oil, P/S, Transmission, Coolant), Clay Bar, Mother's 3-step system (cleaner, polish, wax) detail

https://i.imgur.com/MHurHY5.jpg

Had one for a couple years and it was a great little car except for the leather seats which were cheap as fuck and super slippery. IMO, back in it's day it was far ahead of the competition then as the Civic is now ahead of their competition.