Just moved to GA and questions!

hyunminyo · 08-21-2011, 03:37 PM

Hi i have 2007 328xi and I just moved to duluth
i loved how the car handles in winter in illinois but i heard that there is no chance of snow down here

anyways i was wondering if anyone knows some reputable shops for tinting and also for regular maintenance since my 328 is out of warranty in duluth area or in atlanta.
i did little search for tint on my own and seems like Custom Sun Control on Hwy 41 near Marietta does a good job, but if anyone has other suggestions, let me know.

Eyeman · 08-21-2011, 05:19 PM

I use The Shop in Norcross (678-352-4900). They specialize in Land Rovers and sometimes aren't real fast but they do the work right at a good price. Another good choice would be Solo Motorsports, also in Norcross.

I had my car tinted at United Duluth when I bought it. They used a mobile tinter who is very good. John Nguyen, 678-858-5146.

hyunminyo · 08-21-2011, 06:44 PM

thanks for the reply.
do you know any decent detailing place?
what are the price range?

Jean-Claude · 08-21-2011, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagogogo

thanks for the reply.
do you know any decent detailing place?
what are the price range?

Shout at me if you need a detailer. I've done a lot of e90post member cars as well as bf.com member cars. Just search my name and get some reviews.

http://www.atlantadetailer.com

Welcome to the area!!

gurukid · 08-22-2011, 01:50 AM

it snowed here last year, you missed it!! lol hopefully (not really for us rwd) you'll get snow this winter. welcome to atl - planning on going to any meets?

deltasam · 08-22-2011, 07:20 AM

DIY is my first choice ...

hyunminyo · 08-22-2011, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by gurukid

it snowed here last year, you missed it!! lol hopefully (not really for us rwd) you'll get snow this winter. welcome to atl - planning on going to any meets?

im not sure about going to any meets for now :/

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Originally Posted by deltasam

DIY is my first choice ...

i would love to diy some of the stuff but i literally dont know where to even begin on changing engine oils or replacing cabin filters.
where do i even buy the parts from? and how do i know what stuff my cars been using? and what tools or tool sets do i need?

hyunminyo · 08-22-2011, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Jean-Claude

Shout at me if you need a detailer. I've done a lot of e90post member cars as well as bf.com member cars. Just search my name and get some reviews.

http://www.atlantadetailer.com

Welcome to the area!!

I searched you and found very satisfying pictures and comments on your job. i will make sure to contact you when im in need for detailing.

droptop335 · 08-22-2011, 10:16 AM

It definitely snows down here, at least a couple of times a year, but usually only a couple of inches. The big problem is the occasional ice storm. We had a doozy here in January...practically shut down the city for a few days...at work we called it Snowpocalypse!

gurukid · 08-22-2011, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by droptop335

It definitely snows down here, at least a couple of times a year, but usually only a couple of inches. The big problem is the occasional ice storm. We had a doozy here in January...practically shut down the city for a few days...at work we called it Snowpocalypse!

hahah 10 snow plows FTW!!! Atlanta was most certainly shut down during the snowpocalypse!

BTW, are there any regular meets around here?

gurukid · 08-22-2011, 10:43 AM

BTW - regular maintenance is a breeze, I'd be willing show/help you (i have a 335i so things will be different) if you're willing to provide a spot! My apartments are sick of me working on my car in the garage!

droptop335 · 08-22-2011, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by gurukid

hahah 10 snow plows FTW!!! Atlanta was most certainly shut down during the snowpocalypse!

BTW, are there any regular meets around here?

There's a caffeine and octane meet the occurs regularly, around the marrietta/alpharetta/sandy springs area i believe...do a search for the term and you'll get lots of hits

hyunminyo · 08-22-2011, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by gurukid

BTW - regular maintenance is a breeze, I'd be willing show/help you (i have a 335i so things will be different) if you're willing to provide a spot! My apartments are sick of me working on my car in the garage!

im not sure if i can provide a spot because the apartment im living in has no garages. it kinda sucks to let my car sits out there.
i found diy of engine oil change. i guess i have to get a set of ramps, 17mm socket ranch, and a large pan.
couple of questions though, where can i throw away old engine oils?
what are other cheap and easy diy regular maintenance? replacing air filter?
and when getting engine oil and engine filter, is the united bmw gwinnett the place to go?
im kinda excited to take care of my car but dont have tools and knowledge. so please help me out thanks

hyunminyo · 08-22-2011, 02:08 PM

btw we had a snow more than 15 inches last year but i believe stores were closed for a day.

droptop335 · 08-22-2011, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagogogo

btw we had a snow more than 15 inches last year but i believe stores were closed for a day.

It only takes about 1.5 inches for that to happen here!

ksj1865 · 10-04-2011, 05:13 PM

Take a look at Freed Performance (www.freedperformance.com) up in Forsyth. They sponsor the Peachtree BMW CCA chapter and have positive feedback from forum members.

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hyunminyo New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 328xi Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: chicago iTrader: (0)	Just moved to GA and questions! Hi i have 2007 328xi and I just moved to duluth i loved how the car handles in winter in illinois but i heard that there is no chance of snow down here anyways i was wondering if anyone knows some reputable shops for tinting and also for regular maintenance since my 328 is out of warranty in duluth area or in atlanta. i did little search for tint on my own and seems like Custom Sun Control on Hwy 41 near Marietta does a good job, but if anyone has other suggestions, let me know.
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hyunminyo New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: 328xi Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: chicago iTrader: (0)	thanks for the reply. do you know any decent detailing place? what are the price range?
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droptop335 Captain 39 Rep 709 Posts Drives: '07 335i (E93) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Back in SF Bay Area (Tri-Valley), WooHoo! iTrader: (1)	It definitely snows down here, at least a couple of times a year, but usually only a couple of inches. The big problem is the occasional ice storm. We had a doozy here in January...practically shut down the city for a few days...at work we called it Snowpocalypse! __________________ Alpine White/Coral Red/Gray Poplar Convertible Sport/Prem/Step/Comfort/Nav/Sirius MHD Stage 1 Flash, M-Factory Helical LSD By the way people: USE YOUR F&*#ING TURN SIGNALS! Pass the word.
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gurukid Enlisted Member 3 Rep 47 Posts Drives: E90 SG - X5 - F10 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	BTW - regular maintenance is a breeze, I'd be willing show/help you (i have a 335i so things will be different) if you're willing to provide a spot! My apartments are sick of me working on my car in the garage! __________________ 07 E90 SGM (track car) 11 X5 (for the lady) 12 F10 MSport (DD)
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ksj1865 Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	Take a look at Freed Performance Take a look at Freed Performance (www.freedperformance.com) up in Forsyth. They sponsor the Peachtree BMW CCA chapter and have positive feedback from forum members.
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