u/RandomBiologist100 — reddlx

Brand new m2, creaking clicking noise help!

Cars got less than 700 miles, I have a service scheduled for next Wednesday to get it checked out but just wanted to post on here to see if anyone’s got any ideas.

So far based off my Google searches it could be as simple as my MAD skid plate screws. Or tie rods. I just hate hearing it. It’s only while parked or like reversing really slowly or adjusting myself in a parking spot etc.

Edit: I just tightened it myself as hard as I can and it actually got rid of most of it. Going to reach out to MAD see if they have any torque specs. Saw on FB someone do 21ft lb maybe I’ll try that out.

Also those who accuse me of wanting bmw to fix my mod lol, calm down. They’d probably tell me hey this is aftermarket we’re not touching it, and at that point I’ll just take it to a different shop or handle it myself. Was trying to see if anyone’s got any anecdotes on some service places just helping a brotha out.

u/RandomBiologist100 — 2 days ago

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Did I burn through the clear coat here

First time using an eraser wheel. Not proud to admit I messed up the paint. Most of it’s covered by my new spoiler but what about this bit? Is the clear coat burned through or could I get someone to polish it out.

u/RandomBiologist100 — 13 days ago

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G87 Exhaust Upgrades. Help me understand

Hello everyone! Looking at exhaust options on my soon to delivery g87. Someone teach me in lamens terms the difference in tone between a resonated midpipe like the mad mid pipes, vs a full catback exhaust like the awe switch path exhaust? I want a more deep growl, not a fan of the rasp high pitch. Is the full system worth the money? Am I missing out on something by getting a midpipe only?

Thanks in advance!

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u/RandomBiologist100 — 1 month ago

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Those who don’t ceramic coating/ppf what do you do?

Just placed an order for a black sapphire metallic m2. I will be daily driving the car and, yes would ppf be cool sure but I’m having a tough time justifying the cost. Same with ceramic coating. Maybe I’ll ppf the carbon roof but that’s about it.

Besides all that, what do yall do to keep the car clean, minimize micro scratches and stuff? This is my first nice new car, so I’d like to keep it fresh and new looking as long as I could. Scratches and rock chips are inevitable, it’s a car and meant to see the world and feel the world. I hear people on Reddit talking about ceramic sprays? Anyone use those or recommend anything else? Any specific cleaning regiment? I personally enjoy cleaning my car!

Edit: It’s funny how people are telling me they ppf and ceramic coated their cars, when I was really looking for responses from people who didn’t do any of that and how they take care of their car.

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u/RandomBiologist100 — 3 months ago