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#1. Re: [E36M3] BMW dash illumination wavelength? - from Rob Levinson * UUC Motorwerks
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 17:48:21 -0400 From: Rob Levinson * UUC Motorwerks <rob@shortshifter.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] BMW dash illumination wavelength? 405nm as I recall. - Rob > -------------------- 3 -------------------- > Subject: BMW dash illumination wavelength? > > I remember reading somewhere (Roundel?) an article about BMW's > research into dash illumination, and it gave the wavelength they use > (around 600nm). Does anyone have that exact spec? > > Thanks, > Andrew E. Kalman, Ph.D. aek@pumpkininc.com
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? - from scott
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 18:01:53 -0400 From: "scott " <scott@ditherdog.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? My apologies to Luis - I really thought the humor in this was self-evident, but I'm continually surprised at how poorly my sarcasm-based humor travels through email ;) You're in the DR, right? I'm not sure if you've seen the hype for the movie "the Fast and the Furious," but that was the humorous reference I used to try and convey the joke. Sorry 'bout the mixup. M3-relevant content: I won the battle of the tie rods. Last week my friend Scott and I attempted to separate the inner and outer tie rods, using a torch, a 5-lb engineer's hammer, vise grips, and a lot of harsh language. While the latter was probably the most effective, the end result was failure - these things freeze up like the polar ice caps. Last Sunday a fellow lister (Thanks, John!) said "I've got a HUGE pair of channelock pliers you can use," and it turned out to be relatively easy to peel back the locking plate on the inner tie rod securing nut, and unscrew the inner rod from the steering rack using John's Big-Channel-Lock-Of-Death pliers. While I wasn't able to retorque the new nut perfectly to spec, I think the lockplate should prevent the tie rod from working itself loose. Moral of the story? Don't bother trying to separate inner and outer rods, just get it right from the rack. And don't forget to order new lockpates and boot clamps :) Also, that inner nut has a thin 32mm flange - if you've got a thin-wall fan clutch wrench it will fit. best, scott ---------- Original Message ---------------------------------- From: "Luis Veras" <veras@tricom.net> Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 17:33:21 -0400 >I may be missing something here, but how the hell does a loudspeaker to >SOUND like a turbo give you an additional 40-50 HP? >
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#3. 1998 BMW M3 - Located Northern New Jersey - from Tim Fogerson
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 18:21:44 -0400 From: "Tim Fogerson" <timmy@cybernex.net> Subject: 1998 BMW M3 - Located Northern New Jersey 1998 BMW M3 2DR Cosmos Black All of the standard M3 stuff plus: - Compact Disc Changer - Cruise Control - Heated Front Seats - Onboard Computer - Power Sunroof - Jim Conforti Firmware Upgrade - Clear Lenses - X-brace - Upgraded Transmission Mounts - BL/SS Short Shifter w/ERK (installed by Ben himself!!) - BF Goodrich G-Force KDs - 55,000 Highway Miles - Excellent Condition - $27,500 obo I hate to do this, but I just bought a house and must sell the M3 in order to have any chance of getting my Formula Continental on the track very often this year. I haven't been pushing the sale of this car yet, but now it is time (so I've dropped the price). This car is in excellent condition. It has never been abused and has never seen the track (that's what the Continental is for). It has literally been used as a commuter car over the last three years bombing up and down Rt. 80 on my 64 mile RT daily commute (actually kinda sad). Hell, I think I made it 42,000 miles on the original MXX3s!! Located in Oak Ridge, NJ (kinda near 287 & 80). Contact: Tim 973.208.9747 (H) 973.967.6679 (W) timmy@cybernex.net
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#4. JTD Under Panel - from Roman
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 17:50:59 -0700 From: Roman <roman@arteuro.com> Subject: JTD Under Panel Hi All, Does anyone have a JTD under panel installed on their M3? If anyone has a picture of what it looks like installed, I'd appreciate if you can send me a picture. Cheers, Roman
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#5. M3 Model Changes 98-99 - from Brent Williams
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 21:06:24 -0400 From: "Brent Williams" <brent@williamsconsultingltd.com> Subject: M3 Model Changes 98-99 OK Here is a question for all you E36 experts: What is the oldest M3 with all the goodies you can get on it? For example I know mid year 98 the M3 got rear headrests and a few other things. So what else has been added in 98 and 99? For someone wanting all the goodies, do you have to get a 99 or can you get away with a 98.5? What are the differences? Brent
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#6. Re: [E36M3] Excessive wear on inner front tires... - from Chris Teague
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 18:14:44 -0700 From: "Chris Teague" <cteague@home.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Excessive wear on inner front tires... Luis, Either you have too much camber (unlikely unless you have modified the car), or you have too much toe out in front. I would have the toe checked. Chris 97 M3/4 ----- Original Message ----- > Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 15:11:24 -0400 > From: "Luis Veras" <veras@tricom.net> > Subject: Excessive wear on inner front tires... > > Hi again, > > I removed my left front wheel to add the roundel logo that had been missing > from that wheel for about a couple of weeks. Anyway, when I removed it, I > noticed that even though my tires are basically new (about 3,000 miles), and > they all look new from every angle when they are placed on the car (maybe > 85-95% of thread left), the inner part of this tire was all worn out, maybe > like 30-45% left. I then decided to check all tires, and the rear tires look > good all around, but both front tires are pretty worn out on the inner side. > The outer side and the middle are good as new. I balance and align the tires > regularly. Is this normal? What could have possibly caused this? Any input > is appreciated. Thanks.
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#7. For Sale: 97 M3 Coupe - from Bill MacKrell
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 21:48:37 -0400 From: "Bill MacKrell" <bmackrell@va.adelphia.net> Subject: For Sale: 97 M3 Coupe I am selling my 1997 BMW M3 Coupe, Arctic Silver Metallic/Black leather interior. Options include: Sport Seats, Power Windows and door locks, 5-speed manual, H/K Sound, Power sunroof, OBC, Folding rear seats, Cruise Control, Heated Front Seats, Euro clear lens front & rear. Excellent condition, 68,000 miles, fairly new Michelins Pilot Sports, no accidents, no dents, non-smoker, garaged, exterior & interior immaculately cared for, always used Mobil-1. Excellent condition: $27,000 OBO. This car has not been raced or abused and has been my daily commuter for the last three years therefore these are mainly highway miles here along the Northern VA high-tech corridor. This is a great car! Bill MacKrell (703) 593-9880 (day) (703) 724-0174 (home) bmackrell@va.adelphia.net <mailto:bmackrell@va.adelphia.net>
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#8. Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? - from Jay
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 16:17:31 -1000 From: Jay <jguzman@hawaii.edu> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? i think it was a joke...it's supposed to read 50-60 HP ;) ...does ANY blow off valve out there sound like "type 3"...it sounded more like a toy space gun than a blow off valve to me... Luis Veras wrote: > I may be missing something here, but how the hell does a loudspeaker to > SOUND like a turbo give you an additional 40-50 HP? > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "scott " <scott@ditherdog.com> > > > > > http://www.takakaira.com/accessories/nightpager/nightpager.html >
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#9. RE: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? - from Roman
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Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 19:48:41 -0700 From: Roman <roman@arteuro.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? you guys are both wrong!!! i saw a dyno chart showing an 80 HP gain and 90db of torque. i don't know where you guys get your info!!!...sheesh :P -----Original Message----- From: Jay To: E36M3 Sent: 6/18/01 7:24 PM Subject: Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? Date: Mon, 18 Jun 2001 16:17:31 -1000 From: Jay <jguzman@hawaii.edu> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Group Purchase, anyone? i think it was a joke...it's supposed to read 50-60 HP ;) ...does ANY blow off valve out there sound like "type 3"...it sounded more like a toy space gun than a blow off valve to me... Luis Veras wrote: > I may be missing something here, but how the hell does a loudspeaker to > SOUND like a turbo give you an additional 40-50 HP? > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "scott " <scott@ditherdog.com> > > > > > http://www.takakaira.com/accessories/nightpager/nightpager.html > ************************************************************* List Commands UNSUBSCRIBE - (in subject line) unsubscribes you from the mailing list. DIR - sends a listing of files available in the list's GET directory. GET filename1.ext,filename2.ext - sends the requested file(s). To issue a command/request to the server: Send a message with the command you wish executed as the subject of the message. *************************************************************
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#10. Re: [E36M3] '95 Manual Climate Control system, water pump, etc. - from LoweSeaton@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 19 Jun 2001 00:07:42 EDT From: LoweSeaton@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Manual Climate Control system, water pump, etc. Reid, Be careful what you ask for. ;-) From hearing people describe how the '96+ Digital HVAC system works, it sounds like the digital one has a mind of its own and does all sorts of annoying things. At least with the '95 analog HVAC system when you set the blower speed, you know where the heck it is going to stay. It won't go into "auto" mode and blast you when you first start the engine. I would not worry too much about equally adjusting the temperature knobs. If you don't have a passenger, why bother? Let him/her adjust it. Besides, if you can tell a difference when adjusting the passenger side temp, you are a better man than me. I don't know about you, but here in Texas the M3 A/C is just barely adequate. And I mean BARELY. I usually just turn the driver's side temp all the way COLD. You do know when you turn the driver's side temp knob all the way COLD or all the way HOT, it defaults and overrides the passenger side temp? Read the owner's manual for more info about this feature. As for retrofitting the '96+ Digital HVAC into a '95? It can be done but it is very expensive and tedious. I think one of our list members - John Firestone - did this. I don't know if he would ever do it again. When the '96 M3 came out with the "cool" Digital HVAC, I was pissed. I wanted it! But now I am glad I have the old fashioned rotary knob version. Lowell Seaton '95 M3 Dallas, Texas