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wingzee;782927 said:I missed out on the last GB by bro Lim. RM500 for replacement of the seals + labour. But I guess still okay coz replacement of gasket and grommets are done together. Regular mech is Bomin Jln Ipoh.
For the amount of work done together with the seal the price is indeed reasonable ...
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Dirt Away of Tmn Mayang Jaya is having a limited time promotion of only RM199 for wash, claying, polishing and Permanon coating application. Decided to give it a try this morning. The result was impressive.
Been planning to go for the Permanon coating for some time but the high price sorta delayed my decision. Normal market price is about RM350 to RM400. So, when this offer came along, it's pretty hard to resist. According to the shop owner, coating will last average for a year and it would definitely help to ease to wash off any dirt and contaminants during car wash.
What's great about the service is that the owner himself is hands-on for the application job and doesn't leave it solely to his workers. Only the simple washing, claying and polishing were left to them. The whole process took 5 hours to complete.
Interior vacuum and clean was thrown in FOC as well when requested.
I shall let the photos do the talking.
Been planning to go for the Permanon coating for some time but the high price sorta delayed my decision. Normal market price is about RM350 to RM400. So, when this offer came along, it's pretty hard to resist. According to the shop owner, coating will last average for a year and it would definitely help to ease to wash off any dirt and contaminants during car wash.
What's great about the service is that the owner himself is hands-on for the application job and doesn't leave it solely to his workers. Only the simple washing, claying and polishing were left to them. The whole process took 5 hours to complete.
Interior vacuum and clean was thrown in FOC as well when requested.
I shall let the photos do the talking.
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Nice bro...for Permanon since its a coating does it mean you need to have perfect or at least near perfect paint before its applied?
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Ok thanks bro
wingzee;790202 said:Waiting for my long due bonus.
Haha same here bro. I noticed that you managed a group buy for dynavin before, but didn't see any outcome. So now, are you waiting to buy them or just waiting for installation bro?
Am also interested in a dynavin set, still contemplating the wince or android though.
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My original BMW business CD player been acting up lately where it refused to read any discs in the changer even after numerous attempts of cleaning the head. Finally decided to pull the trigger on the Dynavin DVN-E46 after putting the plan on hold for several months. A quick review after playing around with it for few hours:
Installation
Installation of the player is a breeze as installer have plenty of experience in installing in various E46s, E39s and E90s. The whole process from removal, installation and setting up took about 2 hours. Cables are all plug and play and fits the original ones completely without the need of any cutting/modifications. Original HVAC controller and sunglass compartment is removed to give space to the double-din player. HVAC is relocated to the old sunglass compartment but doesn't seem to fit too well with a slight gap although the online reviews and videos showed that it should be fit just nicely.
Did not install the reverse camera as I do not think I require it for now and my current back PDC works just fine. Shall get it installed if the HM needs it or once I have some spare cash.
Aesthetics
The material and buttons tactile feedback felt just like the original player. Even the backlighting blends into the car's original orange lighting just perfectly unlike some China-branded players which is has a slightly red hue to it.
Interface/UI
The interface of the player is the best among all the DD players which I have tested so far. Very user-friendly and UI is handsomely cool. Of course when comes to touch screen operation, you can't expect a iPhone-like smoothness as it is still based on resistive touchscreen technology like the earlier models of smartphones. (Wondering when car audio makers will start using capacitive technology in their touch screen systems?)
The only function not working on the E46 is the PDC screen as was informed that only cars equipped with factory-installed PDC detection screen works with it. Shall explore further on that.
OBC function works just fine with display of coolant temperature, outside temperature, remaining fuel in fuel tank (L), distance to empty and average fuel consumption.
Sound Quality
SQ-wise it sounded much better than the original player with clearer mids and highs and deeper bass. Of course I have to give credit to the Dominations components as well as they are just great for the price I paid. SQ remains the same for all the functions (DVD, USB, CD) except radio due to the normal expected interference.
GPS Navigation
GPS detection is quick even with the ceramic Huper Optik tint with antenna being placed on the dash near the windscreen. Software used is the Papago X3 which is proven to be user-friendly. The only complain is the maps not updated (Nov 2011 version) but that can be solved by updating the map which I gonna learn how to do later.
Bluetooth Handsfree
Pairing of the bluetooth between my phone and the player is a breeze. The mic is placed just right above the top right A-pillar and sound quality is just good. I'm able to make and answer calls via the player itself and of course from the phone button on the steering wheel. Have not tried accessing the contacts on my phone from the player yet though.
USB
This should be the most useful feature for me (and most significant upgrade over the original player) as I do travel outstation alot and music is a must to keep me awake during long drives, especially when radios doesn't play any more good music nowadays. Browsing of music can be done via folders and most of the common formats are playable. Did not test on the video playability but was told that .avi and .mp4 files are supported.
iPod-compatiblity
Player comes provided with a 30-pin dock connector to connect to the iPhone but since my iPhone 5 have the new Lighting port, I have to purchase the 30-pin to Lightning adapter for it to work. Controls and access of songs on the phone can be done on the player itself.
Radio
Nothing to shout about as features are as per other makes. RDS is available with the ability to save up to 6 stations per page.
CD Player
With the presence of the USB and iPod compatibility, CD will hardly be utilised as well but SQ-wise it's just as good as the rest.
DVD
I'm not much of a DVD guy hence this should be the least utilized feature for me. Nevertheless, installer did try playing Spiderman 3 just to ensure it's working.
That's about all I can think of for now. Do enjoy the photos after the break. Shall update more once I found any bugs or other more features to comment on.
Installation
Installation of the player is a breeze as installer have plenty of experience in installing in various E46s, E39s and E90s. The whole process from removal, installation and setting up took about 2 hours. Cables are all plug and play and fits the original ones completely without the need of any cutting/modifications. Original HVAC controller and sunglass compartment is removed to give space to the double-din player. HVAC is relocated to the old sunglass compartment but doesn't seem to fit too well with a slight gap although the online reviews and videos showed that it should be fit just nicely.
Did not install the reverse camera as I do not think I require it for now and my current back PDC works just fine. Shall get it installed if the HM needs it or once I have some spare cash.
Aesthetics
The material and buttons tactile feedback felt just like the original player. Even the backlighting blends into the car's original orange lighting just perfectly unlike some China-branded players which is has a slightly red hue to it.
Interface/UI
The interface of the player is the best among all the DD players which I have tested so far. Very user-friendly and UI is handsomely cool. Of course when comes to touch screen operation, you can't expect a iPhone-like smoothness as it is still based on resistive touchscreen technology like the earlier models of smartphones. (Wondering when car audio makers will start using capacitive technology in their touch screen systems?)
The only function not working on the E46 is the PDC screen as was informed that only cars equipped with factory-installed PDC detection screen works with it. Shall explore further on that.
OBC function works just fine with display of coolant temperature, outside temperature, remaining fuel in fuel tank (L), distance to empty and average fuel consumption.
Sound Quality
SQ-wise it sounded much better than the original player with clearer mids and highs and deeper bass. Of course I have to give credit to the Dominations components as well as they are just great for the price I paid. SQ remains the same for all the functions (DVD, USB, CD) except radio due to the normal expected interference.
GPS Navigation
GPS detection is quick even with the ceramic Huper Optik tint with antenna being placed on the dash near the windscreen. Software used is the Papago X3 which is proven to be user-friendly. The only complain is the maps not updated (Nov 2011 version) but that can be solved by updating the map which I gonna learn how to do later.
Bluetooth Handsfree
Pairing of the bluetooth between my phone and the player is a breeze. The mic is placed just right above the top right A-pillar and sound quality is just good. I'm able to make and answer calls via the player itself and of course from the phone button on the steering wheel. Have not tried accessing the contacts on my phone from the player yet though.
USB
This should be the most useful feature for me (and most significant upgrade over the original player) as I do travel outstation alot and music is a must to keep me awake during long drives, especially when radios doesn't play any more good music nowadays. Browsing of music can be done via folders and most of the common formats are playable. Did not test on the video playability but was told that .avi and .mp4 files are supported.
iPod-compatiblity
Player comes provided with a 30-pin dock connector to connect to the iPhone but since my iPhone 5 have the new Lighting port, I have to purchase the 30-pin to Lightning adapter for it to work. Controls and access of songs on the phone can be done on the player itself.
Radio
Nothing to shout about as features are as per other makes. RDS is available with the ability to save up to 6 stations per page.
CD Player
With the presence of the USB and iPod compatibility, CD will hardly be utilised as well but SQ-wise it's just as good as the rest.
DVD
I'm not much of a DVD guy hence this should be the least utilized feature for me. Nevertheless, installer did try playing Spiderman 3 just to ensure it's working.
That's about all I can think of for now. Do enjoy the photos after the break. Shall update more once I found any bugs or other more features to comment on.
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Ahhh.. May I swap with your old business cd headunit? Mine still cassette kesian kan?
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Didn't as the installer does not have one. I thought it's not required but apparently you do as mine is just pushed in as well and it's not flushed with left some gaps between the controller and coins holder.
Is this the one we should get? Can't really see the difference though.
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51168268892/ES87554/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51167001410/ES82727/
EDIT: Should be the 2nd one (part # 51167001410) as it stated specifically for vehicles with smokers and navigational system. Since E46 with original satnav will originally have their HVAC controls down there, ours still be the same
A good read up on the installation and what you need to do:
http://dynavin.uncompiled.org/installation
"The HVAC relocation kit is required for OEM fitment. This is because the HVAC control box has rounded edges on the lower corners. When you install the Dynavin, you will move the HVAC down to where the sunglass holder is. You'll notice the sunglass holder has square edges."
Is this the one we should get? Can't really see the difference though.
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51168268892/ES87554/
http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/51167001410/ES82727/
EDIT: Should be the 2nd one (part # 51167001410) as it stated specifically for vehicles with smokers and navigational system. Since E46 with original satnav will originally have their HVAC controls down there, ours still be the same
A good read up on the installation and what you need to do:
http://dynavin.uncompiled.org/installation
"The HVAC relocation kit is required for OEM fitment. This is because the HVAC control box has rounded edges on the lower corners. When you install the Dynavin, you will move the HVAC down to where the sunglass holder is. You'll notice the sunglass holder has square edges."
