Couple of Runs with the G-Meter * Updated *
08-17-2006, 07:56 AM
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[b]Gone but not forgotten![/b] - 04 E-60 545i Silver Gray w/gray dakota interior, Sprt Pkg, Prem Pkg, CW Pkg, HUD, NAV, Logic 7, PDC, Rear Shades.
CWP works for So. Cal. In fact my wife loves it for the heated seats, she uses them for her back issues. She has a fused disc in her low back from a fall. I've never tried out the heated steering wheel.On another note I bought a g-meter off of Amazon. "Escort Passport GT2 Vehicle Performance Computer with Advanced Feature Set". Is that the one jiio has? Going to find a place to get in some practice runs before the 26th. Will read manual and adjust pitch as noted earlier in this thread.
Had an issue with my car on the way to work yesterday. Got a "Steering Tilt" warning. The check control warning said "Possible steering fluid problem" or "Possible suspension hydraulic problem" "Stop Car Carefully" "Do Not Drive" "Contact Your BMW Service Center". I immediately headed over to the nearest dealer, Shelly BMW. They had to do complete program update plus update some "unspecified" modules. They kept the car overnight and I'm sitting here waiting to get the complete results.
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08-17-2006, 08:02 AM
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It is what jiio has except that I don't recall the "Advanced Feature Set" terminology in connection with the GT2. Happy testing.
08-17-2006, 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by TBlax545i' post='323585' date='Aug 17 2006, 08:56 AM
CWP works for So. Cal. In fact my wife loves it for the heated seats, she uses them for her back issues. She has a fused disc in her low back from a fall. I've never tried out the heated steering wheel.On another note I bought a g-meter off of Amazon. "Escort Passport GT2 Vehicle Performance Computer with Advanced Feature Set". Is that the one jiio has? Going to find a place to get in some practice runs before the 26th. Will read manual and adjust pitch as noted earlier in this thread.
Had an issue with my car on the way to work yesterday. Got a "Steering Tilt" warning. The check control warning said "Possible steering fluid problem" or "Possible suspension hydraulic problem" "Stop Car Carefully" "Do Not Drive" "Contact Your BMW Service Center". I immediately headed over to the nearest dealer, Shelly BMW. They had to do complete program update plus update some "unspecified" modules. They kept the car overnight and I'm sitting here waiting to get the complete results.
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COOL! You got a G-Meter too!
Hopefully they'll get your car squared away.
So how long is it going to take? You're using their wireless internet or do they provide you with computers?
08-17-2006, 08:05 AM
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I'm still wondering why my $20K Jetta comes standard with heated seats (driver and front passenger) when my 545 doesn't. 
Regarding your other note, that's the G Meter I have as well. I will confess that I did a few runs at the last Bay Area Meet on Sat and I SUCKED!!!! I'm positive it's driver error so off to practice I go.
And NO, I'm not going to tell you the times I got and everyone that was there was sworn to secrecy.
Regarding your other note, that's the G Meter I have as well. I will confess that I did a few runs at the last Bay Area Meet on Sat and I SUCKED!!!! I'm positive it's driver error so off to practice I go.
And NO, I'm not going to tell you the times I got and everyone that was there was sworn to secrecy.
08-17-2006, 08:10 AM
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[b]Gone but not forgotten![/b] - 04 E-60 545i Silver Gray w/gray dakota interior, Sprt Pkg, Prem Pkg, CW Pkg, HUD, NAV, Logic 7, PDC, Rear Shades.
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='323587' date='Aug 17 2006, 09:02 AM
COOL! You got a G-Meter too!
Hopefully they'll get your car squared away.
So how long is it going to take? You're using their wireless internet or do they provide you with computers?
Hopefully they'll get your car squared away.
So how long is it going to take? You're using their wireless internet or do they provide you with computers?
I'm working from home this morning. Still waiting to hear from Shelly. I'm getting nervous, I read some of the posts about the SZL module that seems to be a model year 2006 issue. I have an 04 so I'm trying to stay optimistic regarding getting my baby back in a timely manner and problem free. Will update what they say the problem was or is.
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='323589' date='Aug 17 2006, 09:05 AM
Regarding your other note, that's the G Meter I have as well. I will confess that I did a few runs at the last Bay Area Meet on Sat and I SUCKED!!!! I'm positive it's driver error so off to practice I go.
And NO, I'm not going to tell you the times I got and everyone that was there was sworn to secrecy.
And NO, I'm not going to tell you the times I got and everyone that was there was sworn to secrecy.
08-17-2006, 09:03 AM
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Engine: RPi/Powerchips custom ECU tune, RPi Ram Air Kit (BMC filter, scoops), RennTech Sport exhaust, secondary cats, charcoal and resonator delete, custom AAA x-pipe
Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
Suspension: Renntech Lowering Module
Wheels/Tires: Radenergie R10, Falken FK452 245/30/20, Yokohama ADVAN Sport 285/25/20
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2005 545i Sport SMG | Ti Grau | Schwarzes Dakota | Anthracite Maple | Logic 7 | Nav
Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
ED Date: 4/7/05, Re-delivery date: 5/21/05
Originally Posted by EBMCS03' post='323587' date='Aug 17 2006, 09:02 AM
COOL! You got a G-Meter too!
08-17-2006, 09:06 AM
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Originally Posted by jiio' post='323612' date='Aug 17 2006, 10:01 AM
I know the secret... And, my non-AA times beat ya!
08-17-2006, 09:07 AM
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Exterior: 50% side windows / 35% rear window Formula One Pinnacle Series | Flat AMG hood emblem
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Engine: Custom AFE CAI, Superchips ECU remap, Sprint Booster, RDSport Dual Exhaust Conversion with Quad Pipes and X-pipe, 3 resonators deleted, 90mm tips!
Exterior: M-Tech Aero kit | M5 Mirrors | M5 Rear Bumper | Trunk Lid Finisher | Vorsteiner decklid spoiler | 50% Formula One Pinnacle Tint
Suspension and Brakes: Bilstein PSS9 coilovers, JBT BBK: 16" cross-drilled rotors, 8 piston and 15" cross-drilled rotors, 4 piston
Wheels: VIP Modular VR 02 20x9F, 20x10R | Toyo T1R 245/30/20F, 285/25/20R
Lights: PIAA 4150K Xtreme White Plus fog lights, AIB v3
MOST IMPORTANT: Hardwired V1; =)
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Originally Posted by EuroCarFan' post='323615' date='Aug 17 2006, 10:06 AM
It was the baby seat that slowed me down.
08-17-2006, 09:12 AM
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I was going to leave it at home IF you were bringing your girlfriend's girl friend. I was too disappointed with the lack of companionship that I couldn't drive right. haha
I was too disappointed with the lack of companionship that I couldn't drive right. haha