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#1. FS: JTD Oil Distribution Block - from Garrick S. Louie
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 16:38:15 -0700 From: "Garrick S. Louie" <garrickL@earthlink.net> Subject: FS: JTD Oil Distribution Block I have a brand new JTD Oil Distribution Block that I never installed in my car. You can see pics on their website. http://www.jt-designs.com under "Products" $70 OBO. Thanks, Garrick Louie
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#2. Warranty running out/extended warranty options - from Joe Huie
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 18:18:52 -0700 From: "Joe Huie" <jhuie@inreach.com> Subject: Warranty running out/extended warranty options My car, a 95 M3, just had its fuel pump fail at 65,000 miles. Dealer quoted cost to fix is $550. With my extended warranty, my cost will be nothing. My advice, get an extended warranty if you can get a deal on it, especially if you plan on driving it more than you have. Also, check your insurance agent, as they sometimes offer extended warranties for cars that are cheaper than the dealer. Joe 95 M3 > > The warranty is running out on my 1996 M3, and I was wondering what I should > have the dealer check before it expires. I thought I had saved an email > about this before, but can't seem to find it, sorry for the re-post. >
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#3. How do you subscribe to this list again? - from Pieter Van Dien
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 21:35:15 -0400 From: "Pieter Van Dien" <pvd1@worldnet.att.net> Subject: How do you subscribe to this list again? I've got a friend who just got an M3, how do you subscribe to this list? Piete
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#4. Re: [E36M3] re: M3 handling - from Ron Buchalski
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Date: Wed, 26 Jul 2000 02:24:00 GMT From: "Ron Buchalski" <rbuchals@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] re: M3 handling Sean, Here's an interesting observation... I attended the Nurburgring school this year, and spent alot of time checking out the many E36 M3s (and other cars) at the track. I found it interesting that, even with obvious suspension mods (lower, stiffer springs, sway bars, stiffer dampers), that nearly all of the M3s ran the course with street tires (no R-compounds), and were using the standard sizes (225/45ZR17(F) 245/40ZR17(R) or 235/40ZR17 all around). No Plus sizes, no larger tires in the front. They were unbelievably fast! Also, there wasn't a paddock like you usually find at US tracks, so there weren't any real areas to swap tires, brake pads, etc. Perhaps TUV doesn't allow R-compound tires on public roads? -rb >Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 10:34:16 PDT >From: "Sean Hester" <seanh_race@hotmail.com> >Subject: Re: [E36M3] re: M3 handling <snip> >it's assumed that racers are "good enough" at detecting these things that >they can deal with less feedback from the tires. it's also assumed that >people who aren't good at this will not buy these tires. > >so... be warned... r compound tires, while providing more grip, provide >less feedback then street tires. so if you're trying to learn the limit, >and you are doing it with an M3 with r compound tires, you're making it >much harder on yourself. ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com
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#5. Re: [E36M3] Vibration after tire rotation - from LHassig@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 22:54:35 EDT From: LHassig@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Vibration after tire rotation Rob, you wrote: << Culprit turned out to be a front wheel which balanced out just fine but vibrated once it hit the road. >> I had a similar experience that was traced to a slightly bent rim. It balanced OK, but I still had a vibration as I passed through 55-60 mph. New tires, old tires, rotated tires--all gave me the same vibration. In the end, I had my spare mounted on the bent rim and the good tire mounted on the spare's rim, which was true. Et voila! No more vibration. Not until I have a flat, anyway. As I read somewhere recently, you can balance a concrete block but you still wouldn't want to ride on it. Lee '95 M3
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#6. Help on how to remove Hawk Blue brake dust - from tsalva@ix.netcom.com
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 23:39:22 -0400 (EDT) From: tsalva@ix.netcom.com Subject: Help on how to remove Hawk Blue brake dust Hello Listers, I ran a used set of Hawk Blues (rear) on my 98 M3/4 at MIS a few weeks ago. The dust baked onto my stock wheels to the point where only heavy duty scouring for an hour or more (per wheel) could remove most of it. Tried 2x brands of "wheel cleaner" which both did absolutely nothing. Any secret tips on how to get the dust off without removing the finish from the wheels in the process ?? Thomas 98 M3/4 - Techno Violett - most recently Shark Injected, now with Porterfield R4S pads - never Hawks again
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#7. The M3 is a sports car - from Michael Ting
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 22:50:36 -0500 From: "Michael Ting" <lupin@purdue.edu> Subject: The M3 is a sports car The M3 might be a fast car, but is it a sports car?? I don't really know what makes a car a sports car, but the M3 certainly doesn't look like a sports car. More likely a GT car. In fact, the only sports car that BMW ever built would be the M1, No? Anyone else wants to share their opinion?? Michael Ting --------------------
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#8. question on Inspection II - from Michael Ting
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 23:26:43 -0500 From: "Michael Ting" <lupin@purdue.edu> Subject: question on Inspection II I have two questions regarding inspection II. 1. My mileage is 60,000, but the inspection II lights hasn't come on yet. Is it time for me to do Inspection II? 2. My Bentley manual specifies a lot of things that needs to be checked for Inspection II. Do I really have to do all of them?? If not, which ones are more critical to do?? Inspect V-Belt/Poly-ribbed drive condition. Lubricate throttle linkage. Replace air filter. Change oil and oil filter. Replace spark plugs. Check brake/clutch fluid level. Check battery acid level and correct as necessary. Check engine coolant level and anti-freeze protection. Inspect for cooling system leaks. Change automatic transmission fluid. Check clutch plate for wear. Check drive axle boots for leaks. Change final drive fluid. Replace fuel filter. Check fuel tank, fuel lines, and all connections for leaks. Check exhaust system. Check steering gear and steering linkage. Check power steering system for leaks. Check fluid level. Inspect brake system for damaged hoses and lines, leaks or damage. Remove calipers and check brake pad wear. Check brake rotors for scoring damage. Check parking brake operation, adjust cable if necessary. Check thickness of parking brake linings. Inspect front and rear suspension, including front and rear wheel bearings, for play. Inspect wheels and tires. Lubricate door hinges and hood latch, hood hinges. Check headlight and driving light aiming. Check operation of headlights, parking lights, back up lights, license plate lights, all sort of lights. :) Check active check control panel for faults. Replace AC microfilter. Check function of air conditioning. Check function of seat belts. Check windshield washer fluid level and concentration. Check operation of washer system. Check condition of wiper blades. Tighten nuts and bolts for door locks and striker plates. Replace batteries for alarm/remote control in master key. Check ground connection of SRS front sensor to body. Check braking performance, steering, HVAC, manual/auto transmission, and mirrors. Reset service indicator. Whoa.. That was long. :) Thanks gang. Michael Ting --------------------
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#9. Re: [E36M3] The M3 is a sports car - from Bob Larson
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 21:47:42 -0700 From: "Bob Larson" <asp9111@home.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] The M3 is a sports car >In fact, the only sports car that BMW ever built would be the M1, No? I'd say no to that one.: Z3, 507, 328 from the '30s Something about a 2-seater soft top, maybe more than the M1.... I'd say an M3 is a "cloaked" sports car. Doesn't look like one, but everybody who should know, knows it is one.... Bob
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#10. Fw: Need More Stuff?? - Seth - from Joe Dyer
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Date: Tue, 25 Jul 2000 22:01:16 -0700 From: "Joe Dyer" <joedyer@home.com> Subject: Fw: Need More Stuff?? - Seth A friend found this somewhere on the net for sale: Joe Dyer ----- Original Message ----- > I've bought a new car and unfortunately that means I have to > sell my M3 and several things related to it. Please send me > email if you're interested in any of the following. > > 2 245/45ZR17 Kumho Victoracer's, never mounted, heat cycled. $250. > See http://geocities.yahoo.com/kevin_kluge/tires.html. > > 4 1995 BMW M3 (17x8) rims. Near-mint condition. Currently have > BFG g-Force R1's mounted on them. I also have a pair of 5mm H&R > spacers (with extended bolts) for BMW's. I'd like to sell everything > for $900. See http://geocities.yahoo.com/kevin_kluge/wheels.html. > > 1997 BMW M3. Black exterior, grey interior. Most options. 45K > miles. Also has Koni adjustable shocks, tinted windows, and Clifford > alarm. $34K. See http://geocities.yahoo.com/kevin_kluge/m3.html. > > -kevin_kluge@onebox.com (Kevin Kluge)