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    Feb 11, 2010 6:09:05 AM

    Mike S
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    It's official, I'm a ricer...

    I couldn't help myself. Smiley Smiley

    I ordered these 3 items for the M3 Edition. Seeing it has the blacked out wheels and blacked out chrome standard from BMW. I thought I would just give it a little more. I would not consider doing this to a regular M3 as I do not think it would fit the image.

    Vorsteiner carbon fibre front spoiler.

    Vorsteiner carbon fibre rear diffuser type II.

    Active Autowerke signature exhaust. (Tips will be powdercoated gloss black to keep with the Edition theme)

     

     

    Feb 11, 2010 6:23:24 AM

    Atzporsche
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    OMG nice mods! welcome to the world ;) 

    That front lip is so aggressive i love it mike!! Gonna put it on yourself?

    Hope to see some pics.


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
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    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)

    Feb 11, 2010 6:27:51 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

     you would never hear anyone doing stuff like this to an edition M3, guess thats the good part of being friends with Mike, we get to experience the wild side of car ownership 

    Feb 11, 2010 6:28:03 AM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Haha, thanks. The spoiler/diffuser will be put on by my local body shop.

    I'm contemplating doing the exhaust install on my own, but I will have to see how my mood is the day the item arrives

    Feb 11, 2010 6:29:36 AM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Enmanuel:

     you would never hear anyone doing stuff like this to an edition M3, guess thats the good part of being friends with Mike, we get to experience the wild side of car ownership 

    All the stuff is totally reversable with ease. The exhaust bolts on, no welding, cutting etc. So if I want to change back it is simple to do.

    Feb 11, 2010 6:31:45 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:
    Enmanuel:

     you would never hear anyone doing stuff like this to an edition M3, guess thats the good part of being friends with Mike, we get to experience the wild side of car ownership 

    All the stuff is totally reversable with ease. The exhaust bolts on, no welding, cutting etc. So if I want to change back it is simple to do.

     jeje oh by no means i implied that it was a bad idea, its just that most people would want to do the mods but wouldn't dare. You just do Smiley  but hey thats why we like you Smiley

    Feb 11, 2010 6:35:26 AM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Enmanuel:
    Mike S:
    Enmanuel:

     you would never hear anyone doing stuff like this to an edition M3, guess thats the good part of being friends with Mike, we get to experience the wild side of car ownership 

    All the stuff is totally reversable with ease. The exhaust bolts on, no welding, cutting etc. So if I want to change back it is simple to do.

     jeje oh by no means i implied that it was a bad idea, its just that most people would want to do the mods but wouldn't dare. You just do Smiley  but hey thats why we like you Smiley

    No offense taken Smiley I was going to go the AC Schnitzer route as I did with the M6, but that was a waste of $ IMO. Sound was almost OEM and the price was a rip off. The race version was WAY too loud as well.

    So I found the perfect exhaust for the car. Louder than stock, but not too much. I was considering the Akrapovic slip on system as well, but I don't like the look of the tips.

    Feb 11, 2010 6:37:18 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:
    Enmanuel:
    Mike S:
    Enmanuel:

     you would never hear anyone doing stuff like this to an edition M3, guess thats the good part of being friends with Mike, we get to experience the wild side of car ownership 

    All the stuff is totally reversable with ease. The exhaust bolts on, no welding, cutting etc. So if I want to change back it is simple to do.

     jeje oh by no means i implied that it was a bad idea, its just that most people would want to do the mods but wouldn't dare. You just do Smiley  but hey thats why we like you Smiley

    No offense taken Smiley I was going to go the AC Schnitzer route as I did with the M6, but that was a waste of $ IMO. Sound was almost OEM and the price was a rip off. The race version was WAY too loud as well.

    So I found the perfect exhaust for the car. Louder than stock, but not too much. I was considering the Akrapovic slip on system as well, but I don't like the look of the tips.

     Well hope it all comes together nicely, remember to post a lot of pics Smiley

    Feb 11, 2010 8:52:17 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    MIke as you are turning into a bespoked body- and tuning shop you better make sure you have the right set up - from overalls to lift

    I guess the M3 could go the route of the Mini eventually, which in my view is not a bad thing and frankley the best next level up for Mike S Tuning Enterprise

     


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    Feb 11, 2010 10:42:44 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Hi Mike, nothing to mod left on the Mini - or whats going on here? 

    Feb 11, 2010 1:54:19 PM

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    Reply to: Mike S

    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:

    Haha, thanks. The spoiler/diffuser will be put on by my local body shop.

    I'm contemplating doing the exhaust install on my own, but I will have to see how my mood is the day the item arrives

    Mike,
     

    Very good taste in mods; Versteiner carbon diffuser type II is my favorite Smiley

    Why don't you go with Vorsteiner CSL style boot? It is also my favorite part. Smiley

    One more question: Why didn't you go for Akrapovic Titan exhaust instead of AA?


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    Feb 11, 2010 2:57:48 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Thanks TEE  Let me get out of my overalls quickly.

    Lars, that is a possibility My Mini's final component is on it's way to me as we speak. The chargecooler. Woohoo!

    Thanks Pride, I don't want too over the top. I think the Vorsteiner Bootlid is pushing it a bit, but who knows maybe my mind will change in the future. I didn't go for the Akrapovic Ti system, because I didn't like the sound that much. The rear diffuser also hides the tips a lot and might not have enough clearance for the bulky Akra tips. The AA system's tips are fully adjustable as well.

    Feb 11, 2010 4:06:20 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:

    Thanks Pride, I don't want too over the top. I think the Vorsteiner Bootlid is pushing it a bit, but who knows maybe my mind will change in the future. I didn't go for the Akrapovic Ti system, because I didn't like the sound that much. The rear diffuser also hides the tips a lot and might not have enough clearance for the bulky Akra tips. The AA system's tips are fully adjustable as well.


    Fair enough, well thought Smiley

    I would like to see the pictures of your beloved M3 once the parts are put on Smiley

    I'm also expecting a good review of the car, especially against your other sports cars.


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    Feb 14, 2010 12:00:34 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Rice?  I don't think so - looks super classy to me.  Now my 135i is rice!  Lol 

    Feb 14, 2010 4:04:39 PM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    WAY:

    Rice?  I don't think so - looks super classy to me.  Now my 135i is rice!  Lol 

    Haha, thanks WAY. Where are more recent pics of your 135i? Would love to see how that project is coming along.

     

    Feb 14, 2010 4:05:21 PM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    pride355:
    Mike S:

    Thanks Pride, I don't want too over the top. I think the Vorsteiner Bootlid is pushing it a bit, but who knows maybe my mind will change in the future. I didn't go for the Akrapovic Ti system, because I didn't like the sound that much. The rear diffuser also hides the tips a lot and might not have enough clearance for the bulky Akra tips. The AA system's tips are fully adjustable as well.


    Fair enough, well thought Smiley

    I would like to see the pictures of your beloved M3 once the parts are put on Smiley

    I'm also expecting a good review of the car, especially against your other sports cars.

    Busy with that as we speak Smiley Will post up some material in a couple days.

    Feb 15, 2010 3:34:08 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    great! 


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)

    Feb 19, 2010 9:48:05 AM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Still waiting for the arrival of the items. In the meantime, I ordered this Bolts on in 20 minutes. This one is in carbon kevlar. I am getting mine in normal carbon fibre. Blends in far better.

    Feb 19, 2010 4:20:09 PM

    TEE
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike you better change the title to "its official, I am pimping my M3" 

     

    I like the new parts


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    Feb 19, 2010 6:22:22 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    That is a huge airbox! What are the claimed HP/Torque gains? Also, is the intake in the hood located in a high pressure zone? It seems like that may be a low pressure area but that is just speculation.

     

    Feb 21, 2010 2:36:23 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:

    Still waiting for the arrival of the items. In the meantime, I ordered this Bolts on in 20 minutes. This one is in carbon kevlar. I am getting mine in normal carbon fibre. Blends in far better.


    Very nice Mike Smiley

    impressive piece of kit Smiley


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    Feb 21, 2010 6:26:43 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    so only the right hood vent is fake. 1 of 2, not too bad

    Great kit Mike!! Gonna look sweet in CF


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)

    Feb 21, 2010 7:43:46 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

     i have a feeling this is going to turn into one of mikes mod threads.

    Feb 21, 2010 2:50:38 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    I think he enjoys this sort of thing and has the time...Think I should buy one and just ship it over to him to funk up....


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    Feb 24, 2010 7:33:06 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Thanks guys, apparently the intake system is a 16whp gain

    The exhaust is around 14whp apparently, a bit optimistic - but oh well.

    Here is a photo of the exhaust with the tips powercoated black to match the Edition theme.

    Feb 24, 2010 11:01:38 AM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    WOW... this pot looks amazing! We need sound check videos Mike!

    Feb 24, 2010 11:24:04 AM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Thanks Lars, unfortunately that is the photo the supplier sent me. It is on it's way from the US today. I hope to receive it middle of next week

    Feb 24, 2010 12:55:07 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    Mike S:
    WAY:

    Rice?  I don't think so - looks super classy to me.  Now my 135i is rice!  Lol 

    Haha, thanks WAY. Where are more recent pics of your 135i? Would love to see how that project is coming along.

     


    I am a bit lazy to update that thread now because all the stuff were done awhile back.  But here is a pic from 3 months ago.  Rice enough?  Smiley  Btw, my friend just picked up a M3 Edition in monte carlo blue too!

    Feb 24, 2010 3:14:29 PM

    Mike S
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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    WAY:
    Mike S:
    WAY:

    Rice?  I don't think so - looks super classy to me.  Now my 135i is rice!  Lol 

    Haha, thanks WAY. Where are more recent pics of your 135i? Would love to see how that project is coming along.

     


    I am a bit lazy to update that thread now because all the stuff were done awhile back.  But here is a pic from 3 months ago.  Rice enough?  Smiley  Btw, my friend just picked up a M3 Edition in monte carlo blue too!

    LOL! You literally replaced all the panels infront of the doors with CF.

    You win the Rennteam rice award Smiley

    On a more serious note, wow it has changed significantly! You sure put a lot of coin into that car. Give us an update of what she can do now? Smiley

    Feb 24, 2010 5:41:34 PM

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    Re: It's official, I'm a ricer...

    @Way: This car carbon fiber modification is absolute over the top Can you give us more pictures? And as Mike already stated... we need an update on how the drive changed!

     
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