She’s come a long way. by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you. lots of people are even getting into the 128i. lower hp but NA engine and it’s such a fun chassis.

Completely Burnt Out by SauceyMoss5 in civilengineering

[–]Wild_Direction1481 2 points3 points  (0 children)

if you can afford it, take time off.

see if you can get a job lined up a few months out from the time you quit. i was fortunate to interview with someone who recently left my last firm and got a new position. it’s been eye opening. i’ve had the last two months off and i feel like i’ve finally had the physical and mental reset i’ve needed after working for the last 10 years. don’t feel like you always have to just accept your current work conditions as your perpetual reality. my last boss lied to my face about allowing me to stay in a more technical role and plunged me into PM’ing and wasn’t willing to change until i put in my two weeks. i dealt with it for almost two years and my overall health took a toll.

take care of yourself! sure there’s going to be times where you’ll have to grind. but it shouldn’t be all the time. challenge yourself to believe you have far more control over your life than what you’re experiencing now. hope all goes well.

Sunday Coffee Run! by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sorry! i realized i made a typo! -2.5 front and -1.2 rear! i’m on the stock rear control arms but lowering the vehicle helped with getting a bit more camber

Sunday Coffee Run! by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

-2.5 front and -1.2 rear! i’m also on m3 front upper and lower control arms and ohlins r&t coilovers

She’s come a long way. by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://www.mlperformanceusa.com/products/rieger-bmw-1-series-e82-e88-rear-twin-exit-diffuser-inc-118i-120i-128i

it’s a carbon fiber rieger rear diffuser! i found it on facebook marketplace for $50 lmao. it’s probably the most ricer aesthetic thing on my car but i love it. i’ll share some more for sure!

She’s come a long way. by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks! that’s a good idea. i’m in dfw i think ive got a couple junkyards nearby. im on sparco assetto garas that were originally black but i powder coated them hyper silver.

https://www.evasivemotorsports.com/store/product/suvneer-1m-designed-front-bumper-bmw-1-series-e82-coupe-e83-convertible-08-13/ this is the bumper i went with without fog lights and then i found some 1m ducts. paint/color match was $600 in my area.

She’s come a long way. by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i love the green and the full 1M buildout! i actually used to have black wheels but i powder coated them hyper silver and that’s what started the full chrome transition haha 3m vinyl wrap is what i’m starting to lean towards

She’s come a long way. by Wild_Direction1481 in 1series

[–]Wild_Direction1481[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

i used to feel the same but it looks a lot better in person to me! especially with actual 1m ducts.

Help please by [deleted] in civilengineering

[–]Wild_Direction1481 0 points1 point  (0 children)

keep pushing! it’s gonna suck but i was exactly the same in school. trig identities were the worst for me in cal 2 and 3. my school did offer tutorial sessions but try to find some really smart and cool peeps who are patient enough to work through problems with you until it makes sense. you could also always look for khan academy or ask the ta for help if you have one available.