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Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by CaptAmerica, Nov 16, 2015.

  1. May 18, 2020 at 3:36 PM
    b_r_o

    b_r_o Gnar doggy

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    Those wheels tho
     
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  2. May 18, 2020 at 4:52 PM
    tinker_troy

    tinker_troy Well-Known Member

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    shackle brace, rear sway bar, 3 gen seats, Coupe Shifter, 3rd gen OR front springs + shocks, 17" 4runner 6 spoke wheels
    I don't imagine there is a lot of options for aftermarket 4 lug wheels
     
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  3. May 19, 2020 at 9:00 PM
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    shakerhood Well-Known Member

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  4. May 19, 2020 at 9:02 PM
    shakerhood

    shakerhood Well-Known Member

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  5. May 19, 2020 at 9:10 PM
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  6. May 20, 2020 at 6:34 PM
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  7. May 20, 2020 at 8:53 PM
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    little squirt 808 ALLDAY!!

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    808 ALLDAY!!
    what's this?
     
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  8. May 20, 2020 at 9:02 PM
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  10. May 20, 2020 at 9:09 PM
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    BKill AKA Threadkiller

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    1965...my favorite year. Still had the classic triple taillights.
     
  11. May 20, 2020 at 10:24 PM
    little squirt

    little squirt 808 ALLDAY!!

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    808 ALLDAY!!
    I can really appreciate that working for BMW for the last 17 years.....E92 M3 still on my hunting list when one comes through our doors, very nice @Netman
     
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  12. May 21, 2020 at 5:36 AM
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    Pro/2015 Coil-overs n shocks, Icon progressive AAL, Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags and cradles, ECGS clamshell bushing, Extang Solid Fold Tonneau cover, 2014 Navigation radio and backup camera, Wet Okole seat covers, rcbs204 lighted 4x4 switch, Weathertech digifit floor mats and in channel window vents, Scanguage II, Hayden 678 Trans cooler, Western Suburbanite plow, Pop and Lock PL8521
    What are your thoughts on the S54 Z4M. I would really like to get one, but I am a little worried about potential mileage and wear issues. Should I be concerned looking at a higher mileage version? I know that it is a loaded questions and every car is different but I am just curious if you have worked on them and what your experience might be. If you would prefer we can take this to a PM instead of on the thread.
     
  13. May 21, 2020 at 7:14 AM
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    Frankly I would rather have one with a S52. I know BMW said they fixed their problems with the S54, but still...
     
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  14. May 21, 2020 at 7:18 AM
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    Toyotacrawler She's got the jimmy legs

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    [​IMG]
     
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    The S54 is notorious for spinning rod bearings. Ask me how I know.
     
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  16. May 21, 2020 at 7:35 AM
    CaptAmerica

    CaptAmerica [OP] Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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    Stickers and not enough wax
    HAHAHA!!! Reminds me of a conversation I had with a friend regarding the electrical systems on 1970s Oldsmobiles.

    "Dude, just replace the distributer and all the plug wires."

    "But they're not frayed. Distrubuter is clean."

    "Dude, just replace it all. Don't use the AC Delco parts."

    "But I just replaced them all last year. I can't understand..."

    "Dude, TRUST ME, that 403 doesn't like the AC Delco parts."
     
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  17. May 21, 2020 at 8:11 AM
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    TRD supercharger kit, TRD skidplate
    Here's my contribution/side chick. Cam, ported heads, full bolt ons, monster twin disk c5z

    ROLLER.jpg
     
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  18. May 21, 2020 at 8:59 AM
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    wdb intolerance intolerant

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    Hella 4000 eurobeams, Amp Bed Step, IamMrYo mirror riser, Wet Okoles, HomerTaco satoshi, retrofit intermittent wipers & backup camera
    To get S52 you have to get Z3M. Z4M's are all S54. Rod bearings are definitely a wear item but unless the car is seriously flogged or horribly under-maintained they can be done at ~100K miles. Oil analysis is always your friend of course.

    Z4M's are fantastic cars, very underappreciated. Roadsters especially are one heck of a bargain these days. Naturally aspirated inline 6, one of the most incredible engines BMW ever made, slathered in race car tech. Manual transmission only, hydraulic steering with a rack from the M3 CSL -- brakes from that car too. Very minimalist interior. Very driver-centered experience.

    Ask me how I know. :)

    IMG_0572.jpg
     
  19. May 21, 2020 at 9:48 AM
    Coolerman

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    Pro/2015 Coil-overs n shocks, Icon progressive AAL, Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags and cradles, ECGS clamshell bushing, Extang Solid Fold Tonneau cover, 2014 Navigation radio and backup camera, Wet Okole seat covers, rcbs204 lighted 4x4 switch, Weathertech digifit floor mats and in channel window vents, Scanguage II, Hayden 678 Trans cooler, Western Suburbanite plow, Pop and Lock PL8521
    That's a beauty, I love that interlagos blue. I drove a roadster recently and it was an absolute blast. It is so much more car than the 3.0si of similar years. I just read about the bearings and valve adjustment and potential vanos issues and get nervous when I see them with 100K miles.
     
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  20. May 21, 2020 at 9:57 AM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.

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