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Here is the og serpentine belt after 181,524 miles. The inner layer is thoroughly cracked. The outer layer is still holding strong. 😂 The water pump belt does not show any sign of distress. The mechanic said the tensioner wasn't leaking but the movement was not smooth. They completed the job...

This is the panel that fits securely with magnets (5mm thickness) bolted to 4 corners, and 3 rubber foam strips (6mm thickness) going from side to side. The strip in the very front is to prevent air from going straight under the panel and potentially lifting it off. The other two act as cushions...

Don't think it will ever slide forward to hit the wind shield but I have these pieces to secure it. O-rings are gaskets from the oil filter holder/cradle on my R56.

All this to power a BT speaker to blast music while I work.

Vertical curve.

Lateral curve.

The junction box is held back by the last bungee in the back. This way it is easier for me to pull it out from the hatch.

The curves of the roof makes it hard for this 100w panel to stay planted with magnets. Even with weather stripping foam strips going from side to side, there's still a bit bounce, i.e., when you press on this side, the other side lifts slightly. Alien tape can hold it down but I don't want to...

The OEM formula is definitely the best. It held steady for way longer than it is supposed to. 🤦 I was going to try Polaris but decided last-minute to shorten the interval and used a BSL kit. They sent me a new batch after my last submission. What did you mean by AL and FE values? 😅

I haven't been near the ocean for many years. 😅 Most weekends the car is parked on dirt, and has been since May 2024. I don't know how potassium/sodium can get into the oil though? Out there I was mostly worried about rodents. The first report that showed the highest amount was after two...

I drove by this yard a few times a week but never paid attention until I saw your pic above. 👍