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Old 11-24-2024, 01:10 AM
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Also, the downpipe.
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Yeah. Doesn't work with EWG. I found one that does, but the rub seems to be in the CE light. I never had the light in my M2 with the ActiveAutowerke catted pipe and tune. I will have to check whether or not theirs is designed for EWG.

But, I did have a little fun yesterday. I found out that the little chrome things do NOT light up- nor do they serve any real function except to fill a hole left by the previous years. I find this annoying.
Little high gloss wrap...
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There's only a few catted downpipes that won't throw a CEL, the ActiveAutowerke is one and they're pretty expensive. I had bought a VRSF catted DP but returned it after reading multiple accounts on various sites that it would cause me to fail the annual inspection where I used to live. I never did replace the OE DP. Given the tight space on that side of the motor I'd imagine you'd need a specific one for your ride.

Everyone I know who's installed a catless DP eventually removed it because of the strong exhaust stink.

The charge pipe seems pretty model-specific. I bought an aluminum one that's specifically made for a manual non-Xdrive F30. The plastic OE one blew up on me and was replaced under warranty, and I never got around to installing the metal one that's sitting in a box. Allegedly BMW redesigned the CP to be less prone to fail, usually right at the join to the intake.

Not doing any further mods to that car because it's got enough power for me. The motor has the mild BMW MPPK tune and MPE exhaust which has a nice bark to it.
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Old 11-24-2024, 06:56 PM
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Yeah. Doesn't work with EWG.
Aye Prop.. Recall.. I have an original build, manual E53 which is basically 80’s / 90’s technology. What is a EWG?

A waste gate maybe? That is electrical?

Is there such a thing?


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... What is a EWG?

A waste gate maybe? That is electrical? ...
Correct, EWG = Electronic Waste Gate.

There is a pneumatic (vacuum) version also - a PWG.
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I’m definitely educated now! LoL…

https://bmwtuning.co/ewg-vs-pwg-bmw-n55/

Electronic control is finding itself in many places these days. I’ve had some feisty turbo setups. Of course all with PWG’s.


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... Electronic control is finding itself in many places these days. I’ve had some feisty turbo setups. Of course all with PWG’s. ...
The Garrett GTV2260 (aka GT2260V) variable geometry turbo on my 3.0d M57TU uses pneumatic control. The later M57TU2 (and possibly some later uses of the M57TU) use an electronic geometry control.

While the electronic versions are probably more reliable, they are certainly harder to fault find - whereas it's very easy to apply a fixed level of vacuum and check the level of actuation that results...

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What is a EWG?

A waste gate maybe? That is electrical?
Let's be clear: I have yet to put my own eyes on it. But, I have read and understood that while the 3 series N55's after ~2014 or so had EWG, the F25's- and ALL of 'em supposedly, through production- have PWG.

Update:

But I'm collecting parts for the F25 and swapping stuff over from the 4.8is to the white one. The white one will heretofore be known as... The Unicorn.

It will have the 6 caliper StopTech's that my best-friend-become-brother designed the spacers for. He passed last month. I always think of him when I see those big ole things under there. The red StopTechs that were actually designed for the E53 will come off and be available for sale. Supposedly, they are the last set produced. For whatever that's worth. They look cool, and they're WAY lighter than stock. Makes that V8 feel like an i6. (Sorta)

Along with the tribute to my brother, these parts will come across from Blue:
Eibach sways, front and rear. (Done)

Dual pane windows.

Heated steering wheel. (Done)

Running boards (done)

Zionsville full aluminum radiator, tank, etc with electric fan (Done)

Euro mirror side mirror glass (done)

Underride

And these bits have been done for quite awhile now:
4.8is front and rear

Turner solid core bits up front

Turner power steering reservoir

Seals (yep. 2023. At around 58k miles.

AGA water pipe

Style 87's

Euro clear front HID

Factory hitch

And allll of this in (go ahead) Guess what? Yep, she's a small sunroof '04 Sport, Premium, Cold Weather, with 65k miles. White on black with dark birch trim.

When the part swap is done, The Unicorn will deserve the name.
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my best-friend-become-brother designed the spacers. He passed last month. I always think of him when I see those big ole things under there.

The red StopTechs that were actually designed for the E53 will come off and be available for sale. Supposedly, they are the last set produced. For whatever that's worth. They look cool, and they're WAY lighter than stock.
I hope your brother from another mother is resting peacefully.

Money is kinda tight right now for E53 related purchases. But maybe we can work something out on those brakes if you are in no immediate hurry to sell. If you recall, my E53 has a few components that are either prototype production, or final production. Seems like they might be a nice fit for OLe’GiRL. Let me know what you think Prop.


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