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#1. Re: [E36M3] right variable wiper module part #? - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001 11:31:55 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@home.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] right variable wiper module part #? At 06:42 AM 3/7/01, Dorffer, Rich wrote: >I read Ron Stygar's write up on the variable wiper module and I must be >missing something. > >If you do not have the headlight washers, what is the point of the Euro >module versus to OE USA module? You can vary/change the intermittent speed. The US version has a single intermittent speed, but with the Euro one you can vary the speed up to a 25 second delay. See the highlighted "Programming" portion of the last set of instructions on Ron's page. Hope that helps, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - with cool variable intermittent wipers :-)
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#2. Re: brakes - from david kroth
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 11:33:46 -0800 (PST) From: david kroth <david_kroth@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: brakes Jason Leung wrote: > I can ... change > rear VW brake pads using > Herculean strength by twisting the %$#%@ piston and > pushing it back in at the same time <grrrrr......> Next time, go to Pep Boys and rent tool #25000. Its a tool by Lisle that's designed to return brake pistons to their "home" position when you install new pads. Best part is that the rental fee is $0. Yup. Its free. You do have to leave an $80 deposit. But you get that back when you return the tool. I don't know if Pep Boys rents any BMW specific tools. That's something I should probably check on. Funny, just this afternoon I was thinking what a nice design BMW uses for its parking brake (versus the integrated caliper in use on VW/Audi and others). ===== David Kroth david_kroth@yahoo.com __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get email at your own domain with Yahoo! Mail. http://personal.mail.yahoo.com/
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#3. RE: [E36M3] Sorry for my mis-post - from Robert Jackowitz
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 14:32:04 -0500 From: Robert Jackowitz <RJackowitz@HARVPART.COM> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Sorry for my mis-post Chester just alerted me...my bad Please accept my most humble apologies. Rob Chester wrote: Ooooh...you're gonna be in big doo doo for posting the entire digest =)
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#4. (WOB) My kind of Transportation! - from Joe Dyer
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 11:45:06 -0800 From: "Joe Dyer" <joedyer@home.com> Subject: (WOB) My kind of Transportation! It's worth the trip: Click here: <http://www.sdsefi.com/features/apr00stool.htm>
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#5. Re: [E36M3] getting to the RSMs trunk side - from Sean Hester
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Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001 11:55:04 -0800 From: "Sean Hester" <seanh_race@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] getting to the RSMs trunk side >Group, > >What's the easiest way to get to the rear shock mount bushings (I have >the JT >Design mounts)? I'm thinking about cutting a small circle out (not >quite all >the way around), so that it's like a flap. Then, I can pull it up and >change >out the normal bushings for the track bushings on autox days easily. >And >also install those reinforcement pieces, as well. > >Any suggestions???? that's waht i did to get to mine. except that i made my "flaps" rectangles instead of circles. _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com
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#6. Euro Oil Cooler - from John Van Houten
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 14:18:35 -0600 From: "John Van Houten" <jvanhouten@ix.netcom.com> Subject: Euro Oil Cooler Anyone know the part numbers for the Euro oil cooler for the E36M3? I'm hoping with the part numbers, I can get one for cheap(er) in Germany with the current exchange rates. If that doesn't work, what's the best way to get these in the states? TIA, John 95M3 - Ice9 - new motor coming... 97M3/4 - Hers - bone stock
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#7. Re: Recently purchased '96 M3 - from Neil Maller
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Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001 16:00:20 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: Re: Recently purchased '96 M3 on 3/7/01 2:22 PM, Jesse Caldwell <Jesse.Caldwell@Colorado.EDU> wrote: > I'm new to m3 ownership and, obviously, to the list. I purchased a '96 > m3 (58K miles) in January and am taking it to a local dealership > tomorrow for service. > > it's due for a level one inspection, and i'm going to ask that all > belts be replaced and the brake fluid/coolant be flushed. i have *no* > service history -- is there anything else i should have him look at? > i'm not looking to empty my checkbook, but if there's anything that's > important to look at when you have 60K miles on a car and no records, > please clue me in. :) Assuming the car was serviced at a BMW dealer, yours should be able to access the records. However the 96 model year did not include "free" maintenance, so it got as much service as the previous owner cared to pay for. The number one thing to have checked is the water pump. The E36 cars built prior to about 6/96 used a plastic impeller on the pump, and these have a 100% failure rate, typically starting around 50K miles. When they fail, severe overheating will occur, and in a few cases very expensive engine damage. If your car still has the plastic impeller pump, get it replaced now. No ifs ands or buts - replace it. I think the pump is around $150, but don't hold me to that. The thermostat is in the same assembly, replace that too while they're there. Have them examine the power steering hoses for seepage at the ends, replace if necessary. If you hear a knocking sound at the rear over low speed/larger amplitude bumps then your rear top shock mounts probably need replacing. The parts aren't expensive, but the labour to get to them can be, since the rear seat side bolsters and trunk side trim have to come out. However you could do this yourself. If you do need to replace them, order P/N 33 52 6 754 096, which is an uprated mount used on the new E46 M3. Although that car hasn't arrived yet, the spare parts are here. You may hear and feel a certain amount of driveline snatch as you get on or off the gas. That's normal (within reason of course). Your shocks may be a bit tired at this mileage. Various rubber suspension bushings won't be in "as new" condition any more, but unless the car has been tracked they probably won't need replacing for a while. Consider having the final drive and transmission oils changed. BMW says they have lifetime fill, which is nonsense. For the final drive have the dealer use the special BMW oil, which contains an additive for the limited slip differential (there are alternatives, but I see no advantage to them). The manual transmission takes D4 spec ATF. I use the Mobil 1 synthetic ATF which you can find at most auto parts stores, you'll need 2 quarts. Redline also makes a good synthetic ATF, but it's more expensive and hard to find. Either will offer improved shifting when the transmission oil is cold. I see you're in Colorado, so you get extremes of temperature. For winter use I'd suggest a 5W-30 or 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil. In summer a 5W-40 or 10W-40 synthetic should work, unless you drive the car very hard or go to track schools. In the latter case go to 15W-50 and run 1 quart extra fill. If you'll be driving the car in snow, you'll require a set of high performance winter tires. BMW's traction control system works well, but on snow the stock ultra high performance tires simply have no traction to control. Have fun with your new toy! Neil 96 M3
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#8. Ground Control Customer Demographics - from DiVincenti, A.J.
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 15:37:59 -0600 From: "DiVincenti, A.J." <ADiVin@lsuhsc.edu> Subject: Ground Control Customer Demographics When I said Ground Control doesn't cater to hard-core racers, I was being sarcastic. I was attempting to imply that Ground Control, although they DO cater to hard-core racers, still seem to want the autox, driver school, enthusiast business and give them good customer service and make them feel valued - IMO. I understand that TC Kline the man can't provide personal service to every Joe, but was speaking in terms of TC Kline ProParts the business. Personally I have gotten great customer service from both companies and was trying to refute Dan's assertion that they don't want "our" business since we're not hard-core. I have gotten very informed advise from Jim L. at ProParts(M3) and Jay Morris at Ground Control when shopping for suspension for my 240Z. They will both get my business as long as they WANT it and treat me as a valued customer. AJ Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 13:51:28 EST From: TFRM3@aol.com Subject: Ground Control Customer Demographics "I guess I'll buy my coilovers from Ground Control since they don't cater to hard-core racers" I sort of have to stick up for Ground Control here, at the risk of losing a sale. There are many, many Pro Racers who use our services and buy parts and complete suspensions from us. Most of the time we are asked to keep our mouths shut, and I also do not have an infatuation with placing a Ground Control sticker on every car that rolls through here. As far as the last weekends ALMS/ World Challenge results go, without naming names, we had some part or another on 20 out of 30 finishers in Touring, and had parts on 5 podium finishers, including winners, and hardly any stickers. After spending two years Pro Racing (in Firehawk), I decided it was too hard to properly run a business also. T.C. has decided to keep at it, and more power to him, but I'll just watch Speedvision with my kids. Regarding service to Amateur Racers etc? It is just a lot of work, and whoever mentioned people (can't really call them prospective customers) calling around for a race setup, and then trying to find the parts cheaper somewhere is absolutely right on the money. It can very frustrating trying to politely answer questions from someone who is just trying to figure out which Koni you like to use and then call shox.com and order from a moron. So, thanks to all you loyal customers from Jim Leithauser (T.C. loyalist) and myself. And now in the BMW list tradition, I will name some of my toys: (this is the truth) 1973 Donny and Marie Singalong record Player, mint 1967 Mattel Vroom, new in box 1982 Mr T water wars sprinkler game, nib 1978 Transformers gift set, nib 1966 Corgi Batmobile set, mint 1974 Evel Knievel lunchbox, mint Jay Morris, (Ground Control)
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#9. failed smog test - from Jay
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Date: Wed, 7 Mar 2001 13:50:33 -0800 From: jay@pactitle.com (Jay) Subject: failed smog test So my 95m3 jc chip and intake failed @ 15mph on the hydro carbons. Measured 141 max is 121. Help... Should I put the stock chip back in or what are my options. Jay
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#10. [E36M3] Re: Recently purchased '96 M3 - from Jeff Kumler
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Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001 16:00:21 -0600 From: "Jeff Kumler" <jdkumler@comdisco.com> Subject: [E36M3] Re: Recently purchased '96 M3 >>> Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> 03/07/01 03:02PM >>> Assuming the car was serviced at a BMW dealer, yours should be able to access the records. However the 96 model year did not include "free" maintenance, so it got as much service as the previous owner cared to pay for. As a point of interest; I purchased a used '96 in '98 and it included maintenance 'til 3/36. Jeff BMWCCA "Windy City Chapter" '96 M3 - IL "M PWRD 3", Conforti intake, Sharked, B&B, UUC STB & CS, Skaggs HT Pedals, X-Brace. Waiting for spring to install JTD Underpanel, JTD ODB and VDO gauge kit. '94 Izusu Trooper - Bone stock and usually dirty