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BMW 650i LCI - E63 Coupe
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VinceM
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Update to thread:
Tyre:
Recently had a rear tyre damage which was irreparable. In doing best tyre price searches, surprisingly BMW had a R700 better price than TWT. replaced like for like: Michelin Pilot Sport 4. Ordered and fitted at BMW dealer.
Coolant Leak:
After changing cooling hoses, et al and neglecting the expansion tank, it finally ceased. It was only leaking after a good run…there were no leaks on short runs (or that I could pick up). It turned out to be a crack underneath water bottle. Replaced with BMW tank. Earlier on had bought a new cap…...finally, the entire cooling system refreshed.
AC Belt:
Another procrastination item: I had earlier on replaced the main drive belt, which took a few minutes to do, and did not get to the A/C belt. Main reason was also that I got the wrong part from Goldwagen. Resorted to BMW belt which per below. This was finally done.
Diff Oil:
Not having a lift was a demotivator to get this done. I finally booked the Diff Oil change at Steve’s workshop. He was a master technician at BMW Alberante before going solo, he is also hands on (peace of mind), all be it what I was doing there was basic work. Used LiquiMoly oil.
School boy error: the continental belt supplied by Goldwagen doesn’t work on the E63 650i as it should be an elastic belt. Ordered one above from BMW. I will selling the below as it fits in other models. DIY and procrastination errors...GW has a strict return policy (must be returned within a certain period. I have purchased this more than 3 months ago)
Small cosmetics:
I am still not convinced with the G series pedals….time will tell. Good news, they are easy to pull out. They do blend in with all the silver bits in the car .....Let me know what you think.
Also updated front grilles to Carbon Fibre…also here, time will tell. I still have all the OEM parts.
Tyre:
Recently had a rear tyre damage which was irreparable. In doing best tyre price searches, surprisingly BMW had a R700 better price than TWT. replaced like for like: Michelin Pilot Sport 4. Ordered and fitted at BMW dealer.
Coolant Leak:
After changing cooling hoses, et al and neglecting the expansion tank, it finally ceased. It was only leaking after a good run…there were no leaks on short runs (or that I could pick up). It turned out to be a crack underneath water bottle. Replaced with BMW tank. Earlier on had bought a new cap…...finally, the entire cooling system refreshed.
AC Belt:
Another procrastination item: I had earlier on replaced the main drive belt, which took a few minutes to do, and did not get to the A/C belt. Main reason was also that I got the wrong part from Goldwagen. Resorted to BMW belt which per below. This was finally done.
Diff Oil:
Not having a lift was a demotivator to get this done. I finally booked the Diff Oil change at Steve’s workshop. He was a master technician at BMW Alberante before going solo, he is also hands on (peace of mind), all be it what I was doing there was basic work. Used LiquiMoly oil.
School boy error: the continental belt supplied by Goldwagen doesn’t work on the E63 650i as it should be an elastic belt. Ordered one above from BMW. I will selling the below as it fits in other models. DIY and procrastination errors...GW has a strict return policy (must be returned within a certain period. I have purchased this more than 3 months ago)
Small cosmetics:
I am still not convinced with the G series pedals….time will tell. Good news, they are easy to pull out. They do blend in with all the silver bits in the car .....Let me know what you think.
Also updated front grilles to Carbon Fibre…also here, time will tell. I still have all the OEM parts.
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Benji
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Not to jinx it, but its is an old BMW, you job here will never be done!
Car looks awesome in the flesh, something really special you have there
true man….didn’t take long! I meant major updates and work done though. Want to shift resources to new project.
