Recent content by Iceberg

Re: Wiper Blades Soriu, soru, I was referring to the quote from PML....bloody expensive until I got the BOSCH at $45/pair for E90 (aerotwin model) ....But some how it started showing 3 lines after less 3 mths....but areas without lines are sparkling clear.... The longer side 21-inch also...

Re: Wiper Blades In waterloo centre, the one selling all car spare parts. I I bought the BOSCH from them as well. But it doesn't seem to last very long compared the OEM (I think $85 or $90). .... For the same money, you buy 2 sets.......so what the heck!

Re: Time for new brake pad change... I'm also on CC pad. 1st mth no problem. 2nd mth super noisy, even SBS bus has less squealing....Now, under most braking situations, no squeal liao.... Why initially no squeal? Because the pad surface was treated. Once that is worn out, here comes the...

Re: How often does the rotor require replacement? Go google, 'brake squeal'. Lots of discussions on subject. I replaced performance pads (F+R), no change in rotor..... 1st mth no problem. 2nd mth, it started squealing..... :helpp!: Did a few things then squeal reduces by 90%. :goodup...

Re: Time for new brake pad change... Can change using outside workshop. No need PML.....:woottt: However, if you change to low dust, higher performance pads like EBC, Cool Carbon, etc., beware of brake squeal.....You might not experience it initially as there's a layer of coating to help...

Re: need advise on brake change for e90 Wait for warning light. Each pad has a brake sensor....once it wears down sufficiently low, this light will come up. Save some money to fight inflation....

Re: Finally!! Collection day of my 523i F10..BUT!! Gee! Can't believe that gear-jerk still happens on F10..... My E90 had same problem when got it new in 2007. After 2 firmwares update on gear management prog, they finally got it resolved in 2009. Mmm...not sure whether they will ask...

Re: Finally!! Collection day of my 523i F10..BUT!! Yes, you can ask for some form of compensation for the inconveniences.:whythis: When I collected my new ride in 2007, 1 of the doors had a different shade. :furious: Obviously, some cuckoos must have accidentally scratched or dented the...

Re: EBay chip upgrade Sounds like adrenalin rush from bungee jumping......just before you press the "start-stop" button.:lol2:

Re: alternatives to stock brake pads for e92 Beware that alternative pad, like Cool Carbon, ECB, etc. giving less dusts has a tendency to squeal if you don;t bed properly and mechanic does a shoddy job (not enough anti-squeal and high-temp grease on caliper assembly). I'm on Cool Carbon...

Re: EBay chip upgrade No pain no gain mah!:juggle: I'm glad that you share your experience with forumers here. One up for your courage to mess with this mod.:laughlik: So glad that your ride is back to normal after removing it.:cloud9:

Re: Annoying screeches from brakes Try proper bedding first. Anyway, it only costs you a ride Changi-V or Tuas. If still doesn't work then get workshop to grease the caliber assembly. Apparently, the grease acts as damper or isolation to reduce amplification of high frequency vibrations...

Re: Annoying screeches from brakes Need to grease the caliper and another round of proper bedding. If pads were replaced recently, go back to workshop and insists that they remove pads and re-apply liberal amount of high-temp grease on the shims, calipers and clips. Avoid grease on the pad...

Re: Help! Whistling noise from E90 Sounds like the rear differential to me. Mine ride had same problem when it was less than 1 years bought new from PML. They replaced it with a set of "used rear-differential unit" :shock: and problem went away. Why 'used' unit even though the car was...

Re: Which fuel grade to use? E90 320i, 2007, live in Stevens Rd, work in Shenton. RON 95, FC around 7.9km/l. Not heavy footed. So for 525i doing 80% city driving with 7.9km/l should be reasonable. Haven;t really measure the effect of RON 98. However, I remember reading somewhere in the...