DIYs

[Obioban]

If you make a DIY thread that it seems like I miss and don't link here, please PM me a link to it!

Coding/Tuning
Intro to BMW Coding / Diagnosis and setting up Ediabas
Getting Started with NCS Expert
How to BDM MSS54/HP with FGtech Galletto 4
Converting an MSS54/HP into an MSS54HP CSL (H-bridge)
Flashing your SMG module with CSL Software + CSL Rev Matching and Torque Maps


Engine
Belts/Pulleys/Tensioners
Rod bearings
Thermostat & Water Pump Replacement
Cooling System Overhaul
Rod bearing replacement and front suspension refreshment
Header install
Extending O2 wiring for Section 1 with Cats
S54 Vanos info


Transmission
SMG to 6MT Conversion
E21 Transmission Mounts
CPV valve


Differential
Fluid Swap


Steering
High Pressure P/S Hose
Z3 Steering Rack Retrofit


Suspension
Suspension setup
Suspension install videos


Chassis & Drivetrain
Flex Disc (Guibo)
Alternate Rear Subframe Repair Method
Subframe Plates
SLON Workshop front brace


Brakes
996 Brake conversion


Stereo/ICE
Stereo Wiring Guide

Other
Rear Quarter Panel Window Stripping Replacement
Rear deck rattle fix for early cars (tennis ball mod)
Replacing E46 Sideview Mirror Glass
Cheap Rear Quarter Panel Window Stripping Replacement
Rear Vent Window Bolt Retrieval From B Pillar
Replace Individual LEDs in Tail Lights
Side Finisher Rubber Replacement and Rear Side Window Trim Replacement
CSL Console - routing the side mirror control
CSL Roof install
CSL Front Door Airbag Delete
CSL Airbox and Air Duct install Guide
CSL interior swap (comprehensive)
Replace Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Mirror Glass

[Obioban]

reserved

[BottleRocket]

Have the Valve Adjustment, Inspection I and Inspection II DIYs been recovered?

[Rickyrosh]

Thank you for putting this together in one post! 🏆

[cudzich09]

This is an excellent thread, additionally, I think we would benefit from posting multiple sources, ie. original thread and a pdf to 3rd party hosting (dropbox, gdrive, etcc)

Anyway, thanks!

[oceansize]

FYI, the link for the Complete E46M3 H&K Upgrade is not working.

[sddynamix]

Can we recover the SMG Clutch DIY if possible? It's been almost 10 years since I've done it, but it might be that time again soon.

[Arith2]

Can we recover the SMG Clutch DIY if possible? It's been almost 10 years since I've done it, but it might be that time again soon.

I'm doing this right now. I can take pictures for a DIYer. I would post one but I'm, by no means an expert on this. Clutch is easy, SMG linkage is not. I also had a connector crumble to pieces on me from the back of the trans so that sucks. This is also my first BMW trans drop so I'm not guiding others because I'm learning myself.

[sddynamix]

I'm doing this right now. I can take pictures for a DIYer. I would post one but I'm, by no means an expert on this. Clutch is easy, SMG linkage is not. I also had a connector crumble to pieces on me from the back of the trans so that sucks. This is also my first BMW trans drop so I'm not guiding others because I'm learning myself.

That'd be awesome - thats the one thing I didn't get to do when I created the DIY. That linkage was definitely one of the worst parts.

[duracellttu]

Have the Valve Adjustment, Inspection I and Inspection II DIYs been recovered?

https://nam3forum.com/forums/forum/m...ld-m3form-diys

In post #31 I added a bunch of DIYs that I saved from the old forum. Valve adjustment is on there.

Obi, if you want me to to upload on this thread let me know. We should consolidate the information. One one good thing about starting a new forum, we can get rid of all the old mis-information that was lurking around.

[Caveman]

Is there a DYI for engine mounts?

[01M3Fan]

Check Pelican - not too difficult, need to remove airbox and bend heat shield by headers. I remember using every socket extension I had in my box electrical taped together to do it. Drop aluminum reinforcement tray from underneath to access lower bolts. Car on jack stands and then use wood block and jack to support engine. Good luck.

[speedster]

I think all the DIYs that duracelltu posted in the link above should be added to this sticky that way everything is consolidated in one location

[Obioban]

I think all the DIYs that duracelltu posted in the link above should be added to this sticky that way everything is consolidated in one location

After photobucket going down, and then M3 forum going down, I'm limiting DIYs in this thread to things hosted on this forum. That way they will continue to work in perpetuity.

I also think it's far more useful to have DIYs posted as threads than as multiple PDFs in one post, so that people can ask questions/discuss/etc.

[speedster]

After photobucket going down, and then M3 forum going down, I'm limiting DIYs in this thread to things hosted on this forum. That way they will continue to work in perpetuity.

I also think it's far more useful to have DIYs posted as threads than as multiple PDFs in one post, so that people can ask questions/discuss/etc.

Agreed. I wonder if its possible to then post the PDFs as threads on here? I'm just trying to figure out a way to bring as many DIYs as possible from the M3F back on in one location