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#1. Re: Advice needed on caliper boot damage - from George M. Kofman
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 13:40:28 -0500 From: "George M. Kofman" <sdg2@execpc.com> Subject: Re: Advice needed on caliper boot damage Since it was already explained that heat and elements take a toll on rubber boots, I'll skip it. However, before rebuilding it may be worth a shot to make the car's braking system "stock" and take it back to the dealer and have them replace the slightly torn boots. Yes, I can verify that they replace the caliper rather than rebuild. Why ? My SA explained that they do component level replacement, not rebuild/repair. Since my extended warranty covers caliper replacement, I figure I'll get the other three replaced sometime this summer/spring if your car is still fully covered, don't spend the dough on something that the dealer can do for free. Oh yes, you may want to take it to another dealer if you think it will raise a red flag at the same dealership. Just no aftermarket pads, etc. This *will* raise red flags. GMK '97 M3/4 > -------------------- 10 -------------------- > Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 09:57:39 -0400 > From: Vern Anderson <VAnderson@IVW.com> > Subject: Re: Advice needed on caliper boot damage > > Thanks to Neil and Justin for the messages. I'm going to rebuild the > calipers Wednesday night. The place I'm buying the rebuild kits from also > has a complete front caliper in stock, so if we discover the caliper piston > is damaged/corroded, I'll just replace the entire thing. I'll jut plan on > doing this yearly (or more often if needed). > > Vern Anderson > 98 M3/2
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#2. Re: Rattle from shock tower - from Luis Rueda
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 14:39:18 -0400 From: "Luis Rueda" <Luis_Rueda@INTERLIANT.COM> Subject: Re: Rattle from shock tower Jonathan, Same here, I also have that annoying rattle coming from the right rear shock area. I don't remember having it prior to the replacement of the stock RSM's (which were fine) w/the JT design ones. It seems that there are a few people that have the same problem, please let us know what you find out. Thanks, Luis BMWCCA member '95 M3 '88 M5 -------------------- 10 -------------------- Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 11:42:18 -0400 From: "Jonathan Evans" <jonathanevans@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Rattle from shock tower I've got the same "bonk" coming from the REAR drivers shock tower area that's been bugging me for a while. Swapping out the rear shock mounts didn't help. The old stock ones were fine and I replaced them with stock ones. Figure I'll have to do it again in 50k, but the installation was pretty easy. I'm ready to throw money at this problem. I know when I'm beat. To the mechanic we go. I'll update the list as to what it is. On another note, just got my Bentley! Talk about bed time reading, this thing is great! Jonathan Evans 95 M3 Raleigh
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#3. BMW Dealers Offering 25% Off List - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 15:06:45 -0400 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: BMW Dealers Offering 25% Off List I typically buy from Nick Alexander (if I don't go to my local dealer that gives me 20% - 25% off) but many also use the BMW Store in Cincinnati: Nick Alexander Imports Los Angeles 20% plus cost Phone 323-583-1901 1-800-800-NICK(6425) Ask for Joe Chavez BMW Store in Cincinnati James Dean gives at least 25% discount to club members (800) 543-1649 (513) 271-8700 The prices at Nick Alexander have always been at least 28% of the normal retail (not the marked-up retail some stealers are notorious for). Best regards, Rich
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#4. Re: [E36M3] Re: Rattle from shock tower - from Michael Lawrence
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 15:01:56 -0400 From: "Michael Lawrence" <95m3ltw@home.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Rattle from shock tower ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jonathan Evans" <jonathanevans@hotmail.com> >trailing arm bushings , apparently took about 6 hours labor to replace the > trailing arm bushings. And that's with a air jack hammer thing. I wanted to say a word about those damn things. I had been putting off changing mine since I had heard it was a royal PIA to do. Well when I finally did them, sheesh, a piece of cake. Almost every write up I have seen had several steps too many. I have done 2 M3s now so I cant say all would be easy, but mine were. First undo the 3 bolts holding the front of the arm, where the bushing is at, take bolt out of arm and bushing. take saw and cut several holes in the rubber part of the bushing, then cut the metal sleeve of the bushing carefully with the saw. Not hard to do at all, just watch to make sure you are not cutting the arm. after you cut it, take hand and catch bushing falling out of the arm, then laugh and wonder why is was so easy. Then wonder what you might have done wrong too, haha. I used a short 2x4 and hammered the new bushing back in being careful to get it at the exact same depth as the old bushing. It took maybe 2 mins. repeat for other side. spent a total of 1.5 maybe 2 hrs with several minutes on the phone with GF. not the big ordeal that some folks claim. I also undid the brake line holder but I dont think I even needed to do that either. YMMV. 6 hrs seems like a lot for that job. I did this on the floor in my garage, with a lift, I think it could be done in 1 hr. Mike
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#5. rear shock mounts - from dHoleman@spooze.com
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Date: 9 Apr 2001 12:34:41 -0700 From: dHoleman@spooze.com Subject: rear shock mounts Hi, If you find that you need to check or replace your rear shock mounts. I have a pretty detailed how to document on my site under the tech section at www.racepad.com www.racepad.com
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#6. [E36M3] E46M3 Manual (pdf) - from twisty M3
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Date: Mon, 09 Apr 2001 12:54:01 -0700 From: "twisty M3" <twistym3@hotmail.com> Subject: [E36M3] E46M3 Manual (pdf) For those waiting delivery or who just like to read manuals for some reason, this is the link to the online manual for the E46 M3 (PDF). http://publish.bmwusa.com/OwnManual/frameset_OwnManual.asp?filename=2001Manual-M3.pdf Jonathan L. _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com
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#7. Re: Touring car and Formula One in Germany in June: how??? - from tristar500@mac.com
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Date: Mon, 09 Apr 2001 15:12:07 -0500 From: "tristar500@mac.com" <tristar500@mac.com> Subject: Re: Touring car and Formula One in Germany in June: how??? > Gotta love the fact that they shipped ear plugs with the tickets! You will definitely need those ear plugs! I lucked out last year and got to go to the USGP in Indy. And thanks to my next door neighbor, I even got into the Mclaren suites and sat right above Mika's garage on qualifying day. Awesome trip.
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#8. Looking to Buy 97 4 door M3... - from Jesse Chamberlain
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 17:12:31 -0400 From: Jesse Chamberlain <JChamberlain@mapletree.com> Subject: Looking to Buy 97 4 door M3... Hello List, I currently own a 93 325i, but I am looking to sell this and get an M3. I really like the 4 door M3's (97 or 98), but heres my problem, the most that I can spend is at about mid twenties. I was wondering if anyone has one for-sale around this price? Thanks for any info. Jesse Chamberlain jchamberlain@mapletree.com Also, if anyone is looking for a 93 325i thats in GREAT condition (asking about 11.5K), email me. I will have pictures up on a webpage soon.
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#9. [Fwd: Eibach Sway Bar GP] - from Sue Kraft
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Date: Mon, 09 Apr 2001 17:05:19 -0500 From: Sue Kraft <skraft1@new.rr.com> Subject: [Fwd: Eibach Sway Bar GP] I got this message from Rob at Top Notch Auto today for those involved in the Eibach sway bar group purchase. Suzy -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Eibach Sway Bar GP Date: Mon, 09 Apr 2001 18:09:46 -0400 From: Rob <tnaa@bellsouth.net> Reply-To: rob@topnotchauto.com Organization: Top Notch Auto Accessories, Inc. To: suzy@bmw-m.net Hello Sue, hope all is well! I've had a few people that were involved in our GP call regarding a problem with the rear endlinks supplied with the kits. I'm not where I can post a reply to the list, if you would, please post a message asking anyone who bought them from me and has the problem, to contact me at 800/841-5394 or email me at rob@topnotchauto.com. I will be having Eibach replace the endlinks directly to the customer as soon as possible, but I need to know who all needs them. Thanks! Rob -- Top Notch Auto Accessories, Inc. Duluth, Georgia <http://www.topnotchauto.com> Shop Online: <http://store.yahoo.com/topnotchauto>
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#10. [e36][m3] PF90 vs PF93 vs R4 ? - from George M. Kofman
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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2001 17:29:57 -0500 From: "George M. Kofman" <sdg2@execpc.com> Subject: [e36][m3] PF90 vs PF93 vs R4 ? Folks; I've been running PF90 pads for track/street applications for a while, and am finally out of my "stash." So now I need to get more pads. Is PF90 still "king of the hill," or are there other compounds worth trying ? I really liked PF90's ability to stop without fading, lap after lap. And what stopping ability it is ! So, a recommendation is most welcome ! Please CC: sdg2@execpc.com when replying directly to the digest. GMK '97 M3/4, xbrace, A032R, Schroth Rallye3, JTD RSM; otherwise, bone stock. www.motorsports-exchange.com