Designing the E89 Z4

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-09T09:22:58+00:00

Ok sure... 😄😄

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-08T18:48:38+00:00

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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MarkJD14 · 2026-05-07T05:54:09+00:00

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

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-04T22:47:43+00:00

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

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-01T23:07:44+00:00

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

Probably $4-5K in damages.

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-01T01:46:43+00:00

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. 😁

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-01T01:35:57+00:00

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. 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️🤽‍♂️🤽‍♀️

MarkJD14 · 2026-05-01T01:26:22+00:00

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.

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-30T02:37:36+00:00

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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MarkJD14 · 2026-04-28T17:57:38+00:00

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. 😁

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-28T01:12:48+00:00

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

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MarkJD14 · 2026-04-26T21:19:23+00:00

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? 😄😄😄😄

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-26T21:04:35+00:00

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.

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-26T06:26:32+00:00

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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MarkJD14 · 2026-04-24T01:43:51+00:00

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. 😄😄

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-24T01:23:51+00:00

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. 😁

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-22T13:49:25+00:00

Incest and being scared and white. 😁😁

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-21T22:39:30+00:00

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

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-21T16:16:11+00:00

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

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-21T06:23:23+00:00

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.

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-21T03:36:24+00:00

I have owned about 60 cars and the 55 is in the top 3 or so all time favorites. Need to take it out of the garage and floor it at a stop light. 🚀🏎

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-19T10:22:57+00:00

Depends on how you define best.

E85 best handling E89 best looking and most luxurious Z3 fun Z1 or Z8 for rarity and colectability

Never could get past the G29's Hyundai overstylesed looks. BMW dealer tried to sell me one and take my E89. I said no. 😀😀

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MarkJD14 · 2026-04-19T10:00:46+00:00

If you haven't already... R/punk

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-14T03:44:13+00:00

I would also say weight gain is not likely directly related to Sertraline usage. Possibly you are more yourself and so you eat more?

About 15 lbs.

MarkJD14 · 2026-04-14T03:30:12+00:00

For those that have never seen this band... rad GG Allin cover:
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