Dumb Question Thread - No Flaming Allowed

[E46m3zcp]

My alarm has been going off randomly lately with clearly nothing setting it off, just when parked in the parking lot.

Is there a way to look at a code somewhere to see what's been triggering it to go off?

I was able to scan mine using ISTA or INPA (I don't remember which one I used, but you should have this in either). Mine was doing the same, and it was due to the hood switch by the "drug bin".

[cobra]

My alarm has been going off randomly lately with clearly nothing setting it off, just when parked in the parking lot.

Is there a way to look at a code somewhere to see what's been triggering it to go off?

[E46m3zcp]

175 for section 1, 2, and 3 - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/429398346628243/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type =post&tracking=browse_serp%3Afe7aa835-b3f8-4e0e-a1fd-cc8f9f1f3193

Any advice on shipping? Fedex is quoting me $240

[MTiz]

How are style 163M's/ZCP wheels on track? I've heard they're prone to cracking on the streets but wondered how they fair around track. I know squared style 67 18's are probably the better choice 10/10 times but I've always wanted a set of comp wheels.

[Slideways]

really? I would if I found one. I didn’t find any for 50 bucks so far and I need both 1 and 2, as both ends flared ends are f*cked (though I did find a matching size piece of flared pipe for section 2)

175 for section 1, 2, and 3 - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...d-cc8f9f1f3193

[E46m3zcp]

Pick up a used section 1. They are about 50 bucks.

really? I would if I found one. I didn’t find any for 50 bucks so far and I need both 1 and 2, as both ends flared ends are f*cked (though I did find a matching size piece of flared pipe for section 2)

[Slideways]

I removed my exhaust and the flange on section 1 at the header broke due to rust. I don't want to upgrade my exhaust now, I'd just like to fix it and put it back on. It's too rusty to just weld, I am thinking of cutting the pipe and welding a piece of pipe with a compatible flange (the rest of the exhaust has less corrosion and is still usable).

I've looked on Amazon, Summit, a couple other places and couldn't find a flange repair tube that matched the diameter of that pipe.
The OD of the header pipe that goes into this one is 2.5in, so I'd need a flange repair with an ID of 2.5in, anyone has done this repair before? What have you used?

Pick up a used section 1. They are about 50 bucks.

[E46m3zcp]

I removed my exhaust and the flange on section 1 at the header broke due to rust. I don't want to upgrade my exhaust now, I'd just like to fix it and put it back on. It's too rusty to just weld, I am thinking of cutting the pipe and welding a piece of pipe with a compatible flange (the rest of the exhaust has less corrosion and is still usable).

I've looked on Amazon, Summit, a couple other places and couldn't find a flange repair tube that matched the diameter of that pipe.
The OD of the header pipe that goes into this one is 2.5in, so I'd need a flange repair with an ID of 2.5in, anyone has done this repair before? What have you used?

[Slideways]

If I do the stock to 996 caliper conversion, do I need the ZCP bracket along with the 996 conversion bracket? Or just the new conversion bracket?

No, only the conversion bracket is needed.

[dHam_Slow.46M]

If I do the stock to 996 caliper conversion, do I need the ZCP bracket along with the 996 conversion bracket? Or just the new conversion bracket?

[PSUEng]

Generally when I hear a squeak like that its fixed by replacing the pressure plate or TOB (clutch kit). I've personally never seen an M/C or S/C cause a squeak.

Thanks George, I also suspected those but I don't have experience with the clutch system. Thank you!

[maupineda]

Yes, they are expensive. but also quite effective, if anything, the repaired joint will be stronger.

[jdamore44]

IMO the only "correct" repair here is with a TimeSert

I have all the sizes on hand and have never had one fail. In fact I just stuck (2) into an M62tu yesterday to repair the threads for a vanos solenoid gasket. Super easy to use especially with the part off the car.

Damn those things are spendy! I appreciate your feedback. I'll order one today!

[maupineda]

Hi guys.
Went to do my Beisan-vanos overhaul and the stud came out while removing the valve cover. What also came out was the threads. :/. I'm looking for advice for repair. I'm at work and forgot to bring the stud with me. I know that this is a M7x32 based on the parts diagram.
Can anyone lead me to a direction for a recommended thread repair? Heli-coil? EZ-lok? I know this is a through hole, so that may be a factor? ** Also, the vanos is on the bench, so I will have no problems with metal shavings.

Thanks for the help!

Prime Day! Would this work? https://a.co/d/hqpZuts

I would to timesert if there is space for it.

[George Hill]

:/. I'm looking for advice for repair. I'm at work and forgot to bring the stud with me.

IMO the only "correct" repair here is with a TimeSert

I have all the sizes on hand and have never had one fail. In fact I just stuck (2) into an M62tu yesterday to repair the threads for a vanos solenoid gasket. Super easy to use especially with the part off the car.