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[Arbee]

Speak to Alistair at XFlow - 0824174480. Get them to do a Downpipe for you. This will remove the DPF.

I would however get an oil change and filters done first as safety measure. Thereafter check the Crankshaft Damper. Get those out the way they begin the modding with Downpipe and Software. Instant win!

 

[Spannie]

Awesome enjoy every moment!! When the roads are a bit wet like tonight in Jozi the RWDs have all the fun!! :coolShake:

I took my friend for a spin last night in the rain and the car is a hoot! Traction control is very good, if anything a bit harsh if you really go hard into 2nd gear. I drive like a granny 99.5% of the time, but I always drive my cars a little hard in the first week of ownership. Dusting away the cobwebs if you will :rollsmile:

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Nice bud, enjoy her and welcome to the family


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Thank you for the welcome!

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Welcome! these diesels are nothing short of awesome :clapper:

I was nearly settled on a 320d, and then this rolled along. So far I'm very happy with the car!

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Welcome Martin, and congrats on the 330d!

Enjoy all that tar stretching torque!

Thanks buddy, I really think I'll be owning this car for a long while. It is a complete package!

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You will enjoy and love the car the more you mod it

Add to your list

CDV delete

EGR Delete

Software

N54 intercooler

Diesel filter replace (dealers never do this)

Many Many smiles :cartel:

Pardon the ignorance, but what is the CDV? Does this car have an anti-shudder valve which forms part of the EGR? Software will be on the cards courtesy of Wulfchiptegnik. How much larger is the N54 intercooler and is it a straight bolt-on? Where is the diesel filter located - on the VAG cars everything is pretty legible in comparison lol.

The dealership did service the car before I took delivery, the car has new disks all-round as well which gives me some peace of mind. I am sure they put Castrol oil in the car though, so that crap needs to be replaced asap with some Motul/SHell Helix. What standard of oil should I use? 505.01? Also, how many liters does this mammoth engine take?

Sorry for all the questions, I'm a noob at BMW's

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congrats on a vehicle that is becoming harder to find.

Thank you! I saw two for sale in the last 5 weeks in Gauteng, very very rare indeed!

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congratulations man, she is a beauty

Thanks Sabretooth!

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Speak to Alistair at XFlow - 0824174480. Get them to do a Downpipe for you. This will remove the DPF.

I would however get an oil change and filters done first as safety measure. Thereafter check the Crankshaft Damper. Get those out the way they begin the modding with Downpipe and Software. Instant win!

Good stuff! I'll be replacing the oil with something I trust (Motul or Shell Helix). What grade and what specification should I get?

I'll speak to Alistair - any idea of roughly what it will cost? The crankshaft dampener - how do I check it. Do I remove the belts and check if there is play on the pulley by hand?

 

[Andy1GP]

At the bottom of my sig there are links to DIY's of my E46 330d and E90 330d. Both manuals.

Here is the CDV link

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=38069 (the E90 and newer models have a plastic valve and plastic bleed nipple. Also much less work space and bleeding them is more difficult)

Here is my E90 CDV delete on page 2. It's Pic heavy so be patient.

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164&page=2

And here is the Intercooler link - yes it is a very simple straight swap

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164&page=4



E90 330d DIY thread

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164

 

[Spannie]

At the bottom of my sig there are links to DIY's of my E46 330d and E90 330d. Both manuals.

Here is the CDV link

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=38069 (the E90 and newer models have a plastic valve and plastic bleed nipple. Also much less work space and bleeding them is more difficult)

Here is my E90 CDV delete on page 2. It's Pic heavy so be patient.

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164&page=2

And here is the Intercooler link - yes it is a very simple straight swap

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164&page=4



E90 330d DIY thread

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=49164

Thanks for the helpful info, I actually saw the CDV thread of yours while reading up on the 330d's, and I've also watched most of your videos on Youtube :clapper:! I want to replace the clutch fluid anyway for peace of mind - hopefully I can do the CDV delete this weekend!

 

[Rayzor]

Congrats bud :clapper:

 

[KarshS]

Nice ride there bud.....Awesome machine....Many happy miles :clapper:

 

[Naruto]

Congrats on a lovely car!!!

 

[Spannie]

Congrats bud :clapper:

Thank you!

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Nice ride there bud.....Awesome machine....Many happy miles :clapper:

Thanks man, I'm loving every moment of driving it!

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Congrats on a lovely car!!!

Thanks Naruto! My first encounter with BMW is a good one so far!

 

[rodga]

Congrats man, was thinking about you the day and wondering if you got something yet!

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What was wrong with scatman ?

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[Spannie]

Congrats man, was thinking about you the day and wondering if you got something yet!

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What was wrong with scatman ?

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I still need to show you and Irfaan the car. Maybe tonight I'll come pick you up and we go see Irfaan and get some Nandos? I dunno, I think Scatman was already taken lol.

 

[rodga]

Congrats man, was thinking about you the day and wondering if you got something yet!

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What was wrong with scatman ?

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I still need to show you and Irfaan the car. Maybe tonight I'll come pick you up and we go see Irfaan and get some Nandos? I dunno, I think Scatman was already taken lol.

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Hahahha
Lets do it tomorrow :coolShake:

 

[Spannie]

Hahahha
Lets do it tomorrow :coolShake:

Okay deal

 

[Le Clue]

raise::clapper:

One day I'll join you here with my BMW :=):

 

[Donnie Darko]

Welcome and congrats bud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Arbee]

You need these!!!
http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=61308

Do it!

 

[BMW 325ci]

Congrats bud.
You will enjoy it as I have one myself and you wont regret it.

 

[Spannie]

raise::clapper:

One day all join you here with my BMW :=):

I can't wait bud! :coolShake:

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Welcome and congrats bud!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Donnie! Good to receive such a warm welcome!

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You need these!!!
http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=61308

Do it!

Man those look great, but 19's are not so lekker for a daily. 18's would work great!

Congrats bud.
You will enjoy it as I have one myself and you wont regret it.

Thanks man, I trust I'll enjoy this car a lot, so far it's proving to be stunning!

 

[Arbee]

Sweet... Although, 19s are perfect for once you have more boost. Plus these can tuck in with low. Offset is perfect. Your choice though :rollsmile:

 

[Spannie]

So last night I got stuck into adding some personal touches to the car. Pics!!!

First had to remove the grilles

So dirty, this is definitely the first time they've come off

Taking off the bonnet inserts. They started peeling so that's the main reason I did this mod.

Sanding them down with 320grit wet sand paper so that the paint has something to hold on to.

And then the first coat went on.

Last coat drying

And back they go. I cleaned the dirt in the bonnet recesses and they're sparkling clean now

And then I sprayed the grilles themselves. The slats had chrome as well, but looked worse for wear. I think it came out quite nicely

I then tackled the rear lights - I just wanted to make the clear reverse light section a little darker to match the carbon boot spoiler better.

Before:

After, very subtle but I think it looks good:

Close-up of the boot spoiler. I dig it.

I'm not liking these kief exhaust tips...

And then just a random shot this morning

Thanks for looking!

 

[rodga]

Nice
what paint did you use?