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      03-28-2020, 03:08 AM   #1
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Drives: F80 M3 Sedan
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: Chicago

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Prepping the car for next chapter (horsepower)

I'm a big fan of preparation and a firm believer that the little details matter. While maintenance is not the most exciting thing, it really matters and its importance is often understated.

Below is my list of maintenance items recently done in preparation to custom tune the car for more potential. Would like to know if I'm missing anything else from a maintenance perspective. Thank you in advance!

FLUIDS CHANGED @ 55-60k miles:
Transmission Fluid (OEM)
Rear Differential Fluid (OEM)
Brake Fluid (Ate Typ 200 Boiling point - Dry 280°C (536°F) / Wet 200°C (392°F))
Coolant Flush (BMW) (forthcoming)

CONSUMMABLES REPLACED @ 55-60k miles:
Spark Plugs (NGK 1 degree colder)
Brake Pads - All 4 (OEM)

SUPPORTING UPGRADES PLANNED:
Performance Thermostat (-90c)
Front Sway Bar (H&R)

CURRENT MODS:
KW V3 Coilovers (20k miles on them)
Dinan Muffler Exhaust
Dinan X-Pipe
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 3+
Everything else on the car is stock

Obviously depending on power goals, the typical often discussed mods will be added. My focus for this post is maintenance and support in the quest for "reliable power and performance" .... thanks again
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