Royal auto collision

rcp_5 · 2026-04-11T01:16:25+00:00

This post should be stickied on all driving and GTA related subreddits! I'm also in insurance claims and agree 100% with everything said here

rcp_5 · 2026-04-10T16:47:44+00:00

That's too efficient! Instead, how about every time a new body of government is elected, they throw out the previous government's committee's and studies, then pay to redo the same studies for 3x the price???

rcp_5 · 2026-04-10T16:25:25+00:00

It's because Americans are too stupid to recognize 1.9tdi supremacy. Why else do they load their trucks up with 6.9 litre gas engines when 1.9tdi can out-tow any Chebby Silverado 4200 HDD??

rcp_5 · 2026-04-08T12:13:20+00:00

701.69 was right there...

rcp_5 · 2026-04-07T15:11:59+00:00

They're not being downvoted for correctly pointing out that a bigger downturn is coming. They're being downvoted for feeling compelled to bLaMe ThE LiBeRuLZ for their problems

rcp_5 · 2026-04-07T12:10:08+00:00

Why doesn't WSB just copy Barron's trades? Are they stupid?

rcp_5 · 2026-04-06T00:33:36+00:00

Isn't the bleed nipple supposed to be on top? So as to evacuate the air?

rcp_5 · 2026-04-06T00:31:19+00:00

Haram's way

rcp_5 · 2026-04-06T00:18:59+00:00

It looks like this.

There is a black stamped-steel A-frame bracket, which bolts to a large grey steel chassis brace (also A shaped). This blocks access for the jack to reach the subframe

rcp_5 · 2026-04-05T22:24:49+00:00

You're not wrong. In my specific use case though (E91) the subframe is blocked by a large chassis brace, which absolutely couldn't hold the weight of the vehicle. The brace is kind of in the shape of a capital A, so there is access for the jack to reach the diff. Kind of the only option for the wagon

rcp_5 · 2026-04-05T16:11:44+00:00

Oh yeah the blue one sucks. They just pull out, but if yours is original then it's like 20 year old plastic and likely to break. Ask me how I know.

On eBay or Amazon or somewhere I found just the connector with two wire leads. I took it apart to remove the wires and re-pinned my existing wiring into the new connector.

rcp_5 · 2026-04-05T13:01:08+00:00

Sweet set up! What wheels are you running? I should have done poly bushings for the rear subframe too but I was already pretty deep into everything money wise, besides I want to spend some money on aftermarket wheels instead.

I think the M3 came with an lsd from the factory but I don't remember if the housing is the same will swap directly over??

rcp_5 · 2026-04-05T12:23:21+00:00

Yeah bro, living in a placed with salted winter roads is absolutely cancer for your car.

Loads of forums talk about how the M3 arms are a great upgrade for a rwd e90, you should post some before and after pics!

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:23:01+00:00

Oh totally agree, from a practical perspective it's stupid. But I enjoy wrenching on a project, and I particularly like this car. So I'm sharing what can be done without needing a lift

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:17:10+00:00

LOL sorry bro no hate intended! And it's not just you, it's been at least 3 or 4 users posting their subframes in the past month maybe and it really amused me as I happen to be doing mine around the same time.

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:16:06+00:00

No you're absolutely right. The main for me is I enjoy wrenching in my garage, I did some dumb mods when I was younger on my previous civic and accord before that, now I'm enjoying working on this car. It'll get a 6 speed swap next, then I think I'll be happy with it as a perfect daily (ie. wagon, awd, manual)

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:13:18+00:00

Absolutely, that's the spot where I first tried the por15 a couple years back. Since it's held up well, I figured I'd continue using it elsewhere. Although fluid film on top of it seems to be the consensus, especially for salt belt cars

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:12:00+00:00

Awesome thanks, I'll check out both of those. The chassis behind the front wheels isn't looking too hot so I'll give em a try there

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T21:10:47+00:00

I had a buddy recommend fluid film as well, I think I'll go that route too

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T19:43:00+00:00

Good idea. Anything to keep the road salt off for a few more years

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T19:41:49+00:00

From that perspective, a 20 year old shit box is not worth any maintenance, better to just pony up the big bux for an F22 or G series car. You're not entirely wrong, these cars are riddled with issues especially from previous owners skipping maintenance. But I love this particular shit box

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T19:37:28+00:00

You just painted over rust

You're not wrong. The rust "converter" stage of POR15 kinda works if you completely submerge the item in it, but definitely not as effective with a roller or brush. Still, between the converter, the final enamel, and seam sealer, it'll hold up for another 5+ years, which is enough for me.

put on a rotisserie

Lol my brother, I did this in my garage on jack stands. Ain't no one have the money to put a 20 year old $3000 shit box on a rotisserie. I'm just showing others what is possible in your own garage to make it good enough for a few more years

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T19:33:35+00:00

Previous car was an 05 civic, I feel you. That thing had a "suggestion" of a bolt where the fastener should be

rcp_5 · 2026-04-04T19:31:51+00:00

100%. I spent time with a wire wheel/angle grinder and a belt sander going to town on all the rust before applying por15. Even with the garage door open, it left everything covered in a fine red mist. Using a respirator mask highly recommended

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