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#1. Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 - from John Firestone
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Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 18:05:45 -0400 (EDT) From: John Firestone <john.firestone@nord-com.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 On Mon, 31 Jul 2000, Jason Bishop wrote: > On Mon, 31 Jul 2000 Marc.S.Edwards@QuestDiagnostics.com wrote: > > Plus also some other things perhaps (I know nothing about the automobile la$ > > Europe or Japan): > > > > Different headlamps that may be height adjustable... > > programmable Intermittent wipers. I am pretty sure these were not specific to Europe or the Far East. The programmable wiper interval is part of the headlight washer system which, had you pestered BMW NA for long enough, you could have even ordered on a U.S. E36 3er. Just ask Steve Diamond. -John '96 318is -- john.firestone@nord-com.net
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 - from John Firestone
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Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 18:37:08 -0400 (EDT) From: John Firestone <john.firestone@nord-com.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 On Mon, 31 Jul 2000, Edwards, Marc S wrote: > Not to also mention programmable interior venting using the OBC (or > was that 5 series?). That was on the 3 series as well. > Also, programmable memo function instead of just hourly. According to 3er Betriebsanleitung VIII/95, the memo function is only hourly, however, you can set the minute it goes off should that be different than 15 s before the hour. As the U.S. E36 OBC I bought has the same part number in Europe (at almost half the price) and US/GB written on it, I suspect the same works in the U.S. > The so called "city lights" that are in Europe, low intensity lamps > for driving in the city. So called indeed. It is illegal to use the standing lights this way, if not suicidal. The person who doesn't see you and can't yield will be coming from your left. You're really not missing this feature. Trust me. :) > Capability to light the "side markers" of the car on the side of the > car in the street when parking at night to avoid someone bashing that side > of your car. Yes, that is pretty cool. > >I guess it goes on and on... I could make a similar list for equipment on U.S. cars that folks would not be unhappy to see in Europe. For example: - reflectors in the corner light assemblies, - knee protection panels, - (until recently) third brake lights and OBD-XX, - less expensive headlights, - much less expensive options, e.g., leather, air conditioning, and automatic transmissions, - multi-year warranties, and so on. -John -- john.firestone@nord-com.net
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#3. Re: Euro M3 - from John Firestone
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Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 18:47:23 -0400 (EDT) From: John Firestone <john.firestone@nord-com.net> Subject: Re: Euro M3 On Mon, 31 Jul 2000 Marc.S.Edwards@QuestDiagnostics.com wrote: > A/C controls calibrated in C instead of F (but I bet this is a selectable > option if you know how to get into the computer of the OBC/radio) Right idea and grazing the target! The default display, degrees C or F, is set by the central code programmed into the A/C (IHKA) control unit, the central code being set by the car's options and market. If you want the other units, you can select them, using the DIS tester or MoDiC. > Perhaps the seats aren't leather. Leather seems to be a US phenomenon; but, > non-leather seats in the US M3 was a "no-cost" option Most (all?) of the European M3's I have seen had leather seats, however, cloth is easily the most popular choice on other models. -John '96 318is -- john.firestone@nord-com.net
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#4. Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 - from nabli@attglobal.net
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 13:08:35 -0400 From: nabli@attglobal.net Subject: Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 John is absolutely right. Programmable wipers are a feature of the headlamp washer system only. And pestering them for the headlamp washers was not the hard part for me. :-) The other stuff was the pain. See: http://www.unofficialbmw.com/e36/interior/e36_euro_wiper_control_module.html As always, Ron Stygar documents EVERYTHING. :-) Cheers, Jim E. John Firestone wrote: > Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 18:05:45 -0400 (EDT) > From: John Firestone <john.firestone@nord-com.net> > Subject: Re: [E36M3] Euro M3 > > On Mon, 31 Jul 2000, Jason Bishop wrote: > > > On Mon, 31 Jul 2000 Marc.S.Edwards@QuestDiagnostics.com wrote: > > > Plus also some other things perhaps (I know nothing about the automobile > la$ > > > Europe or Japan): > > > > > > Different headlamps that may be height adjustable... > > > > programmable Intermittent wipers. > > I am pretty sure these were not specific to Europe or the Far East. The > programmable wiper interval is part of the headlight washer system which, > had you pestered BMW NA for long enough, you could have even ordered on a > U.S. E36 3er. Just ask Steve Diamond. > > -John > '96 318is
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#5. Re: 1st driving event - from Bryan Watts
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Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 13:17:24 -0400 From: "Bryan Watts" <wattba02@wfu.edu> Subject: Re: 1st driving event Jonathan Evans wrote: > Howdy howdy, > > Thought I'd emerge from read only status on the list for some advice about > my first driving school. It is in Kershaw, SC at the Carolina Motorsport > Park. It's a Sandlapper BMW CCA event. I've had my 95 m3 for about 3 > months, 2 of which i was away on business and couldn't drive it. :( Great track, but it will be HOT, even in October. Bring plenty of fluids to stay hydrated at the track. As of right now, I should be there. The Sandlapper folks are great. Its going to be a busy October between O'fest, my first club race, and this driving school. > Helmet question: Where can I rent one for the weekend? I'm pretty sure I'm > going to get one eventually, but just don't want to plunk down the cash > before ever getting out there. I'm still not sure how my head will fit in > the car. Should have spent more time looking for an m3 without a sunroof. Check out OG Racing. Great folks and definitely the best place to rent a helmet from! www.ogracing.com > Brake question: Supposedly this track is very tough on brakes. Anyone have > some stock front rotors in decent shape they want to sell me? rotors and > pads were changed about 3k miles ago, but it would be nice to have a spare > set. If you don't have but 3K miles on the rotors, you probably won't need any, although having them with you wouldn't be a bad idea. You'll definitely want to bring an extra set of pads. The track isn't too bad on brakes in my opinion, you can learn to get around the track using very little brakes. Being your first school, you probably won't be too hard on the brakes anyway. Bring an extra set of stock pads and you should be in great shape. > Seatbelt question: I don't need a 5 point harness do I? Nah...plus that will get you into the debate over whether 5 points are safe without a rollbar. Some instructors won't use 5 points without a rolllbar, some will. Stick with stock belts until you know whether you are addicted to on-track driving or not. > Anyonw else going from the list? It looks to be in the middle of nowhere, > wondering about available hotels. Like I said, I should be there Friday-Sunday, assuming my month isn't too busy. Check with the recommended hotels in your information packet for the school, there is usually a hotel that will give you a deal for coming down with the BMW CCA. If you can't find the information or don't have the packet yet, contact Ronn Hale <e21323i@usa.net> or Bob Shields <basbob@cetlink.net>, tell them I sent ya. > Thanks > Jonathan Evans > Red 95 M3 > Raleigh, NC Hope to see ya down there. If I'm there, I'll be paddocked with my dad's white LTW. I'll have my new (to me) black 325is race car. Have a good one. -Bryan Watts 95 M3 92 325is - K-Prepared/ITS
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#6. Re: 1st driving event - from Ron Buchalski
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 17:23:25 GMT From: "Ron Buchalski" <rbuchals@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: 1st driving event Comments inline... >Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 12:13:21 GMT >From: "Jonathan Evans" <jonathanevans@hotmail.com> >Subject: 1st driving event > >Howdy howdy, > >Thought I'd emerge from read only status on the list for some advice about >my first driving school. It is in Kershaw, SC at the Carolina Motorsport >Park. It's a Sandlapper BMW CCA event. I've had my 95 m3 for about 3 >months, 2 of which i was away on business and couldn't drive it. :( That's cool! Time to enjoy your new ride! >I'm planning on a few autocrosses to get the feel of the car (I'm used to >miatas) but I've heard that's like flapping your arms to get ready to fly a >jet. Not very similar. You'll run in the Beginner's group at the Driver's school. Since it's your first time, they'll make sure you take it easy. You drive at your own pace. They won't make you push beyond what you feel comfortable with. If your instructor makes you uncomfortable, ask for a different instructor. You paid for the school, so you're in control to get what you want out of it. >Helmet question: Where can I rent one for the weekend? I'm pretty sure >I'm going to get one eventually, but just don't want to plunk down the cash >before ever getting out there. I'm still not sure how my head will fit in >the car. Should have spent more time looking for an m3 without a sunroof. Check and see if your chapter allows M (motorcycle) helmets. They are much cheaper (~$100 versus ~$200-300). Since this is your first school, you may want to borrow an SA or M helmet from a friend. Just make sure that it fits properly. If you're going to be a regular school participant, spend the money and buy a proper fitting SA helmet. >Brake question: Supposedly this track is very tough on brakes. Anyone >have some stock front rotors in decent shape they want to sell me? rotors >and pads were changed about 3k miles ago, but it would be nice to have a >spare set. A track is only hard on your brakes if you drive hard on the track. For your first driver's school, and your first real drive in the M3, don't worry about burning up the stock brakes. You won't. >Seatbelt question: I don't need a 5 point harness do I? No, the standard belts are fine. Just make sure to tighten it properly. There are two possible ways: 1) Prior to buckling the belt, adjust it so that the the slack is out of the belt and the "floating" buckle is close to the mating (fixed) buckle. Twist the belt at the floating buckle end a few times to keep it from slipping on the belt prior to fastening it, and to take up a little more slack. Buckle up (it should be snug). 2) Push your seat a little further back than you have it set. Buckle your seatbelt. Quickly pull the belt from it's retractor so that it locks. Hold tension on the belt to keep it locked, and push your seat forward so that it's tight across your body, and remains locked. ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com
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#7. AC blower goes off randomly - from VEnkata Yella
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Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2000 10:24:36 -0700 (PDT) From: VEnkata Yella <v_yella@yahoo.com> Subject: AC blower goes off randomly Folks, I have a 99 M3 and the AC blower seems to go off randomly. The display is still there, but there is no air blowing. Seems like every thing except the fan is working. Could it be a loose connection? Any advise would be appreciated. Thanks. -Yella 99 M3/15k __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
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#8. M3-V8 - from Steve D'Gerolamo
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 13:35:23 -0400 From: "Steve D'Gerolamo" <steved3@idt.net> Subject: M3-V8 BMW did create several test mules with the new M5 V8 engine in it. There has been some speculation that they may come out with a V8 version in the future. I think BMW is keeping its options open but we can write off BMW in the GT series.......... =========================================== I think you can be sure of this. SD ========================================= Steve D'Gerolamo - The Ultimate Garage 201-262-0412 / steved3@idt.net / http://www.ultimategarage.com
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Yoko A032R's? - from Sean Hester
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 10:41:28 PDT From: "Sean Hester" <seanh_race@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Yoko A032R's? >IMO, the 225/45 Kumho is a near-perfect fit on the >7.5" rim. Possibly a _tad_ too wide but the extra >grip probably more than makes up for any pinch. And >this tire is just great for AutoX. Not quite as good >as the Hoosier but close, and a much better price. > >Just my .02. though the khumos seem to "fit" fine, (no rubbing or anything bad like that) i found them to be too tall for me. they were almost exactly the same width, but at least half an inch, and closer to an inch, taller. i could feel the sidewalls rolling, and almost as important, it messed with my gearing. my 95 already has a diff that's too tall. (you 96 and newer people have a shorter one, i'm jealous) and with the extra height of the khumos i really had no pull out of 2nd gear corners at SIR. and a harder time winning stoplight drags. ;-P though... on the other hand... i could keep it in third until a better spot in turn 9, and i could get on the gas sooner for tuen 8 that seemed to pay off a bit... so maybe the gearing was a tradeoff, but the thing is, that it's a CHANGE from the stock tires. by the way... toyos are the same way as well. (too tall). maybe i need to change the way i said it. prefaced by a personal admission that i "fear change". here's my second attempt... --- of all the r-compound tires, only a032rs are the same width and height as the stock tires for my 17/7.5 rims, which are 235/40/17s. a032rs feel like stock tires with magically more grip. (that just happen to be really loud) all other r-compound tires have "issues" associated with them (some good, some bad). ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com
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#10. Eibach Swaybar Group Purchase - from Suzy Kraft
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 12:52:11 -0500 From: Suzy Kraft <suzy@bmwmpower.com> Subject: Eibach Swaybar Group Purchase Hey Guys and Gals, I've set up a great deal on some Eibach swaybars if anyone is interested (I'm getting a set, too) Top Notch Auto will sell them to us for $300 per set plus shipping with no minimum order size, but there is a limit of only 10 sets that are available. You need to call or email Top Notch Auto directly and mention the E36 M3 mailing list because the special price is for us only. The first 10 list members to contact them will get the special $300 price. (Even if there are less than 10, they will still honor the $300 price) Top Notch will be glad to answer your questions, but please don't waste their time unless you are serious about buying a set as they are cutting us a great deal. There will be a 4-5 week wait to get the swaybars as the next shipment is not due from Germany until Sept 4. The number to call to reserve your swaybars is 1-800-841-5394 and ask for Rob or you can email Rob directly at <Rob@TopNotchAuto.com> If this group purchase works out, I will try to arrange a few more. Let's see how this one goes, and don't forget to mention the E36 M3 mailing list. Also, if you wouldn't mind, let me know if you order a set, as I would like to know just how much interest there is. Suzy
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#11. Re: [E36M3] Radio security code - from Sean Hester
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Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000 10:56:11 PDT From: "Sean Hester" <seanh_race@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Radio security code the dealers have a database where they can look up your code from the serial number on your radio. depending on how friendly you are they may or may not just give it to you over the phone. they probably SHOULD make you come there with proof of ownership or something... it IS supposed to be a security thing. like the fancy keys. but i'm prettty sure there's no way you can get it form the radio. that would make it not much of a security system. ;-) >From: "drwillb" <drwillb@idt.net> >Reply-To: "drwillb" <drwillb@idt.net> >To: E36M3 <e36m3@bmwmpower.com> >Subject: [E36M3] Radio security code >Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2000 18:59:02 -0500 > >Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2000 19:49:01 -0400 >From: "drwillb" <drwillb@idt.net> >Subject: Radio security code > >Disconnecting my battery has put my radio into security mode. Is there a >way to extract the security code from the radio or is this a dealer only >privilege? > >Thanks, >Bill M >Fully enjoying my UUC muffler now that the annoying radio noises are gone. > > >************************************************************* >List Commands >UNSUBSCRIBE - (in subject line) unsubscribes you from the mailing list. >************************************************************* > > ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com