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Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum Yesterday, 07:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 152
Posted By tgb1974
I should add that your insurer will likely try at...

I should add that your insurer will likely try at first to get you to accept a non-OE windshield replacement for cost reasons. Make sure they understand that you have the HUD and thus need an OE...
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum Yesterday, 06:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 152
Posted By tgb1974
I had a similar problem with my F83. A rock on...

I had a similar problem with my F83. A rock on the expressway kicked up by a construction truck in front of me hit my windshield and created what almost looked like a bullet hole.

I see you are...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 03-03-2025, 09:43 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
Good to know. I am going to try to reseat mine by...

Good to know. I am going to try to reseat mine by loosing it and pushing it slightly away from the dash. I guessing that it moved toward the dash when I was tightening the screws. Either that or I...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 03-02-2025, 08:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By tgb1974
What's the F80 flash package?

What's the F80 flash package?
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-26-2025, 09:17 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
I assumed it was 3D printed. Another thing...

I assumed it was 3D printed.

Another thing to note about the BimmerTech adapter for the 10.25" display is that it does not seat flat in vehicles like mine with the full leather dash. The left...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-24-2025, 08:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 250
Posted By tgb1974
Map update 2025-1

Just letting everyone know that the 2025-1 map update for the Midwest Region just hit the other day (around February 20).

Anyone else have any map update info to share?
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-21-2025, 03:25 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
@[kubax86](contact:352114) figured out a way to...

@[kubax86](contact:352114) figured out a way to code the head unit to "work" with the MGU, but the resolution was wrong. As I recall, if you see the large black borders, if you move the selector...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-21-2025, 03:23 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
From what I recall @[kubax86](contact:352114)...

From what I recall @[kubax86](contact:352114) telling me, it isn't really coding that makes the MGU display work with the ID 6 head unit. It was more of a flash that was very involved--way more than...
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 02-19-2025, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,075
Posted By tgb1974
I hope you are able to do this. I had to replace...

I hope you are able to do this. I had to replace these miserable parts and, for what they are, are stupidly expensive even before having to paint them to match. I wish you luck, sir.
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-19-2025, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,149
Posted By tgb1974
I had a problem with CarPlay connectivity issues...

I had a problem with CarPlay connectivity issues at first. I believe that I unpaired my iPhone, turned off CarPlay, turned CarPlay back on and then re-paired my iPhone. After that it has worked fine...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-18-2025, 01:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 478
Posted By tgb1974
I agree with this 100 percent. Jakub...

I agree with this 100 percent. Jakub @[kubax86](contact:352114) is the real deal. I also highly recommend him.
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-16-2025, 08:09 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
Good question. In my experience, the higher...

Good question. In my experience, the higher 1920x720 MGU resolution is only evident when viewing the BMW native navigation maps. That said, I love the MGU display. Hope this helps!
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 02-12-2025, 12:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 388
Posted By tgb1974
I second this. @[kubax86](contact:352114) will...

I second this. @[kubax86](contact:352114) will hook you up. He's the man.
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 02-06-2025, 12:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,719
Posted By tgb1974
100 percent sure @[kubax86](contact:352114) can...

100 percent sure @[kubax86](contact:352114) can do this for you
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 01-31-2025, 10:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,691
Posted By tgb1974
You are making a great choice....

You are making a great choice. @[kubax86](contact:352114) is *the* man for all things coding.
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 01-28-2025, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,691
Posted By tgb1974
I also started with the 8.8" touchscreen once I...

I also started with the 8.8" touchscreen once I upgraded my HU to NBT Evo 6. It was fine, but honestly the 10.25" touchscreen is a game-changer. Because of the Bimmertech adapter the display sits...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 01-27-2025, 08:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,691
Posted By tgb1974
I should have mentioned that your new HU will...

I should have mentioned that your new HU will have a port for a WiFi adapter. I suggest you get one, as it greatly improves the communication between your phone and HU for music streaming,...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 01-26-2025, 07:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,691
Posted By tgb1974
Sounds good. With regard to the touchscreen,...

Sounds good.

With regard to the touchscreen, I suggest you read this thread. https://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2090329
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 01-26-2025, 07:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,691
Posted By tgb1974
Hi, I did exactly this in my 2016 F83, which...

Hi, I did exactly this in my 2016 F83, which originally had NBT Evo headunit HW2.3 (running NBT Evo 4). I found a used NBT Evo headunit HW3.2 out of a 2016 G22 430i. @[kubax86](contact:352114) coded...
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 11-23-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 550
Posted By tgb1974
Wow, that's quite a bit more than I would have...

Wow, that's quite a bit more than I would have imagined, even for a dealership.
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 11-23-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 550
Posted By tgb1974
Valve gasket and spark plugs replacement -- cost?

The valve cover on my M4 is leaking oil and giving off that terrible burning oil smell. So I need that replaced. But with about 53k miles, it's probably a good time to replace the spark plugs and...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in | Oil & Fluids | Servicing | TSB | Recalls 11-23-2024, 08:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 647
Posted By tgb1974
Valve gasket cover and spark plugs replacement -- cost?

The valve cover on my M4 is leaking oil and giving off that terrible burning oil smell. So I need that replaced. But with about 53k miles, it's probably a good time to replace the spark plugs and...
Forum: Navigation, iDrive, Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Phone, Cameras, Electronics 11-03-2024, 05:42 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 18,432
Posted By tgb1974
I have iDrive 6 lite and had previously retrofit...

I have iDrive 6 lite and had previously retrofit the 8.8" touchscreen display as well. As I discussed in my previous posts, I opted for the 10.25" MGU, which required fairly advanced (and expensive)...
Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-22-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 383
Posted By tgb1974
I have been running Pilot Alpin PA4s for years in...

I have been running Pilot Alpin PA4s for years in the stock 19" sizes (275/35/19 and 255/35/19) even though those sizes appear nowhere on Tire Rack's website. They can get all kinds of sizes on a...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in | Oil & Fluids | Servicing | TSB | Recalls 10-06-2024, 07:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,191
Posted By tgb1974
Replacement spark plug and ignition coil recommendation?

I’m at about 53k miles on my 2016 F83, and having had the GTS coding for about 2 years now, my mpg is getting noticeably worse. So I figure it’s time for new spark plugs and ignition coils.

I...
Forum: Engine / Drivetrain / Exhaust / Bolt-ons / Tuning 10-06-2024, 07:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 224
Posted By tgb1974
Spark plug and ignition coil replacement recommendations?

I’m at about 53k miles on my 2016 F83, and having had the GTS coding for about 2 years now, my mpg is getting noticeably worse. So I figure it’s time for new spark plugs and ignition coils.

I...
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 10-05-2024, 02:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 289
Posted By tgb1974
New spark plugs and engine coils recommendations?

All — I’m at about 53k miles on my 2016 F83, and having had the GTS coding for about 2 years now, my mpg is getting noticeably worse. So I figure it’s time for new spark plugs and ignition coils.
...
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 09-30-2024, 05:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,311
Posted By tgb1974
Nice! I guess sleep mode fixes BMWs like it does...

Nice! I guess sleep mode fixes BMWs like it does humans lol. All the best to you.
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 09-30-2024, 03:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,311
Posted By tgb1974
Sounds good. Good luck. FWIW, I have not had a...

Sounds good. Good luck. FWIW, I have not had a single problem with SmartTOP since my post about it (touch wood...).
Forum: BMW M3 (F80) and BMW M4 (F82) General Forum 09-30-2024, 03:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,311
Posted By tgb1974
Did this work (hopefully it did)?

Did this work (hopefully it did)?
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