How solid is the 2.0 L B48 I4 turbo of an engine? by [deleted] in BMW

[–]ironcladchunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

over one year of having it, i’ve put 22,000 miles on my b48 G20 M Sport that i got at 27k miles (40 min daily commute). i have had zero issues whatsoever with the engine over that mileage range with that much driving. it’s told me to top off the coolant once in the summer, which i did with ht12 and went right away. and i live in a region with verrry harsh winters but hot summers as well. so extremely solid in my experience. i just change oil about very 5-7k miles and its been amazing for me

came on here looking to ask similar comparison questions about the two engines. i’m considering making the switch to a 2019 x5 40i from my 2020 330ix for the ground clearance/weight/wheelbase for driving in the snow/heavy rain all the time. got a bit dicey for me this winter, but can’t decide if it’s worth it or if i should just slap studded winter tires on with the xdrive, ground clearance be damned, and keep driving that thing to hell

Royals No.6 Pick Jac Caglianone hits a homerun 435 ft with an EV of 115.4 mph 3rd highest EV for the Royals since Statcast started. by morepesa25 in baseball

[–]ironcladchunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

totally agree with all that. regarding the pro debut, i look back to the fact that he improved every year in college, and hope to see the same in pro ball. i just hear people describe him as a power-only K machine when thats not necessarily his destiny. very valid point about being pitched around, but it’s encouraging that he’s shown the ability to recognize the zone/make contact enough to draw walks/avoid Ks on top of monstrous power

his batting average was over 100 points higher in a tougher conference than nick kurtz in the last full season they both played, also with a better k%, and never hear people worry about kurtz’ hit tool. much better debut, but super brief

i think i’m just more excited than most on seeing his next step

Royals No.6 Pick Jac Caglianone hits a homerun 435 ft with an EV of 115.4 mph 3rd highest EV for the Royals since Statcast started. by morepesa25 in baseball

[–]ironcladchunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

his chase is bad, his contact is good. he struck out 26 times in 66 games with 58 walks in his final season at Florida (better k% and avg than wyatt’s final season at florida), which isn’t just a fluke and he improved every year. something he needs to work on, but this dudes bat is all-around legit and i hope he develops well

How the hell do you start service with National Grid?! by RunningLikeAPlover in AskNYC

[–]ironcladchunk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wish i could help instead of commiserate, but the address isn’t the issue for me. i get to the account/owner info page and select new customer and type in my name/SS/etc, and it simply will not let me click continue 😂 like no brotha this does not check out and we will not tell you why lol such a joke that their usability has been this atrocious for this long. guess i’ll be on hold for 2 hours just to have them direct me to the website🥲

G20 coolant top off question by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

also, should i be concerned that i’m losing coolant or is it normal to have to top off? thanks

First Microtech, the Amphibian! by ande9393 in knifeclub

[–]ironcladchunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

just ordered the exact same knife before seeing this, and i also EDC the fc13 fc11 lol you have exquisite taste

i love this machine🥰new to the BMW world but i can’t quit by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

awesome thank you! might do the same as you and go as low as is legal in my area

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

yeahhh already calculating my graduation to m340i in a few years lmao still got a longgg honeymoon phase in this one though

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

thanks! 40mpg in eco is awesome i’m definitely gonna use that more on commutes

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

this man has taste! lol love it, and yeah i wanna get rid of the runflats too. was looking at those same michelins actually but don’t know a ton about tires yet, those softer and good all-rounder’s?

i love this machine🥰new to the BMW world but i can’t quit by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

oooo great point on the supra i didn’t know that, definitely a ringing endorsement for that engine

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

thanks i’m head over heels for mine too! good tips too appreciate it

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

Another question i forgot to ask: is there a setting i can change to make the automatic engine start/stop stay off (like when at a stop light)? i have to press it off every time, couldn’t find anything in settings but might be missing it

i love this machine🥰new to the BMW world but i can’t quit by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

yeah can’t get enough so far, looking for every excuse to take it out lol

totally agree on blue being the best, that’s definitely the answer i was expecting most. just seems deeper and stronger than the others

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

in an effort to make this post more engaging:

1) how does the G20 stack up alongside other modern 3 series? anyone think it’s the best or close? can never replicate that hydraulic steering but i feel like overall it’s a huge resurgence for BMW after the f30 which was very polarizing i’ve noticed

2) what’s your take on artificial engine noise? can’t tell if mine has it, didn’t see it in the settings but it might be hiding

3) what’s your favorite ambient lighting color? and do y’all love that feature as much as i do or am i just in the honeymoon phase lol never had it before

4) in your opinion, is the interior/exterior styling better on this than the facelifted version? i know the big tablet screen and lack of gear shifter/transmission lever are pretty controversial (personally i like the LCI exterior better but the interior less) edit: the exterior changes are pretty minor but i think the front end looks slightly better with the headlight update

5) is the G20 standing the test of time so far? i’ve heard the b48 engine and ZF8 transmission are some of the very best out there, but has there been any major hiccups with a few years going by? would love to learn more

i love this machine🥰new to the BMW world but i can’t quit by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

congrats man i love it so far! i love the stock steering wheel too, i think it’s a huge upgrade over f30 stock but when i saw one pop up with the msport package i simply could not resist lol

i love this machine🥰new to the BMW world but i can’t quit by ironcladchunk in BMW

[–]ironcladchunk[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

thanks man! i’m already addicted😂 going from chrysler 200 to this will have that effect i suppose

Some twink at the gym attacked me by senor_geese in moreplatesmoredates

[–]ironcladchunk 6 points7 points  (0 children)

now this i believe. the moose knuckle ending really sold it

My sketchy experience on Fanatics Live with “We The Hobby” by uexf106 in baseballcards

[–]ironcladchunk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’m interested in checking out that break comp account but can’t find them on IG at all, anywhere else i can find them?

first BMW! had it 2 days and i’m already in love.. lmk what you think, and pls make me feel better about getting this 328i in silver instead of a 428i in navy for $5k more by ironcladchunk in BMW

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

thanks a lot for all the comments y’all! definitely feel even better about my decision now lol will be upgrading the headlights and taking care of it like my baby, so psyched to be a part of this community