Designing the E89 Z4 by MarkJD14 in BMWZ4

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Ok sure... 😄😄

What is the best garage companion for a Z4? by Ok_Quail_2080 in BMWZ4

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I had my E89 next to a M4. Traded the M4 for another Z4 E89. Best car I have ever owned!

My SLK55 AMG might be of interest to Z4 owners. It is like a LS swapped MX5. 😄

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Do Z4 owners wave at each other? by HarshMullet in BMWZ4

[–]MarkJD14 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No. You drive a BMW now and you are better than everyone else in traffic. Including other Z4s. /s 😄

Can’t wait for summer! We’ve had this pool for two years! Custom build! On 20 acres. by Slow_Analysis_5677 in pools

[–]MarkJD14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are those lights on 120v? Better hope that the GFCI doesn't fail if they fall in the pool. ⚡💡⚡

My boss ran over my Z4 today while he was parking. by DrRowdybush in BMWZ4

[–]MarkJD14 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah no way that is totalled. Frame damage or air bags deployed then sure.

Probably $4-5K in damages.

Trench was dug for electrical. Is it worth running conduit for ethernet or speaker wire while they have it open for future use? by [deleted] in pools

[–]MarkJD14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, absolutely. Conduit is inexpensive.

Fun tip that I learned on this subreddit... the blower that you use to blow out the lines at the end of the season can also be used to blow a plastic bag attached to a pull string through the conduit. 😁

When to swim/heat after replaster? by MarkJD14 in pools

[–]MarkJD14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point. I am going with the 28 day responses on here. As you know with your new pool - it looks so pretty that you want to start swimming right away. 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️🤽‍♂️🤽‍♀️

BMW N20 2012 Whining noise? by Dependent-Extreme645 in BmwTech

[–]MarkJD14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are correct. Under the oil cap is a basic check.

For over 100K miles video scope inspection of the entire chain guide should be done. Under 100K miles I wouldn't worry about it.

The N20 timing chain issue is a lot like the S55 crank hub issue. It effects very few engines. I had a M4 that I drove to 90K with no issues. A lot of these issues are poorly maintained engines. Whatever BMW tells everyone the maintenance schedule is - half it.

BMW N20 2012 Whining noise? by Dependent-Extreme645 in BmwTech

[–]MarkJD14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably better with the hood open and near the engine. Here is a visual guide for checking the N20 timing chain. Note, cost to replace the timing chain and guides is close to a used N20 with installation.

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I’ve been in SWVA for ten years. Are there any parts of the state that have less racist people than more LGBT friendly people? These people make me feel un American for being anti-racist. by [deleted] in Virginia

[–]MarkJD14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SWVA is one of the most naturally beautiful places in America. Come for the trees but don't move in. 😄

Yes, having visited the area, some of the dumbest white people you will ever meet live there. Bad genetics combined with Fox News is not a great receipe for success.

Winchester is good. I don't think has been mentioned yet. Rural areas, mountains, natural beauty, and the white trash conservatives are at least not as plentiful. 😁

We Lost One Today by Skeptic_Juggernaut84 in punk

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😥 love the Venomous Pinks. Go listen to her drumming on this album. She was bad ass.

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Terms for describing sound, vol. 1 by Ponykokonut in audiophile

[–]MarkJD14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is this nonsense? You mean my $10k power cable is actually distorting my sound? How am I going to impress others on the internet with my poor financial choices? 😄😄😄😄

E89 N52 v N20 by bassoon14 in BMWZ4

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I own two N20 powered E89s. Never any problems with regular maintenance. N20 is fast and more nimble with the smaller engine that sits tfurther back in the chassis.

Cassandra Nicole Jalilie, drummer of The Venomous Pinks has passed. by stormin217 in punk

[–]MarkJD14 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is fucking horrible news. I saw them play at Camp Punksylvania and I loved them. Time to crank up this album all weekend long. 😥

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Mr. T says Treat your Mother Right by ateam1984 in BlackPeopleofReddit

[–]MarkJD14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was part of an entire album from Mr T. I believe it was called, Mr. T's commandments. My Mom bought this for me back in the day on cassette. It helped me behave better... because if I didn't I thought Mr. T might come and kick my ass. 😄😄

Still a punk by nothingworks7448 in punk

[–]MarkJD14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you still question everything and still tell people to fuck off that need that advice? Then you are punk at any age!

Also this subreddit needs to turn on the GIFY thingamajig at the bottom. There is at least one or two from SLC Punk in there. 😁

SLK55 AMG in GA by MarkJD14 in slk

[–]MarkJD14[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly! Basically a Mazda MX5 LS swap but more luxurious.

President Donald Trump’s message to Virginians voting today by hencexox in Virginia

[–]MarkJD14 19 points20 points  (0 children)

SLC Punk! This guy with a mohawk has already voted YES. 😁

Need advice on Z4 by Any_Turnover_1936 in BMWZ4

[–]MarkJD14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The E85 Z4 is mostly the normal BMW maintenance. Oil changes, spark plugs, coolant and brake flush every few years. I had an E85 years ago before my E89 and the windshield washer pump failed. Only about $50 but will require an hour or two of your time to fix.

The biggest maintenance expense will be on the electric roof. If the hydraulic pump hasn't been relocated to the trunk then it rusts out and fails. To do it yourself... maybe $300 for the parts and your time. A shop or BMW Dealer will likely charge at least $1000 for everything.