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#1. tsb link.......was cam timing - from Burgess, Kim L
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 04:19:48 -0800 From: "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@boeing.com> Subject: tsb link.......was cam timing SEAN WROTE, Wed, 28 Nov 2001 12:42:41 -0800, <sean_murphy@tankhq.com> : As far as a TSB <snip> (http://www.alldata.com/TSB/06/95067230.html) [I have an older CD that has all the TSBs up to mid-99. If anyone would like one looked up, let me know. <snip> spm Sean - I'd like to see these 49. 110299 MAY 99 Coolant Thermostat 51. 120299 MAY 99 Motorsport Engine Runs Rough on Cold Start 58. 230199 FEB 99 Manual Transmission Difficult to Shift - Diagnostic Tips 60. 320199 JAN 99 Ignition Lock Spins Freely And these might be of general interest to the group if anybody else might have them. 10. 120199 NOV 00 Spark Plugs - Application Chart 17. 230200 AUG 00 M/T - Oil Fill/Drain Plugs Updated 24. 110898 JUN 00 Engine - Oil Recommendations 36. 330192 DEC 99 Final Drive - Synthetic Oil Recommendations Thanks KB 99M3/2
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#2. side mirror - from Mark Greene
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 07:40:26 -0500 From: Mark Greene <gsa@arpinintl.com> Subject: side mirror My wife bumped my driver side mirror last night, 96 m3, and i kind of just came off at the attachments.... it almost looks as if it just pops back on but would not.. there are three screws in there that have bulbous ends that appear to fit right back in? Is there an epoxy or glue...anyone know how to put it back? Or am I headed to the dealer. (I am a mechanical idiot) Thanks, Mark Greene
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#3. [E36M3] Finding and Fixing Interior Squeaks and Rattles - from Colin_S_Whelan@rrfc.raytheon.com
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 08:11:06 -0500 From: Colin_S_Whelan@rrfc.raytheon.com Subject: [E36M3] Finding and Fixing Interior Squeaks and Rattles Just thought I'd pass on a few tips on finding/fixing some interior sqeaks and rattles. Perhaps it's just the terrible Boston roads and cold weather causing all these to develop, but just in case you have some bugging you too, check this out: First, hit the hardware store and pick up a couple packs of the self-adhesive little felt cushions in various sizes that are used for protecting floors from chair and table legs. Pick a color that will blend into your interior if you'd like, but you're really not going to see them. Here's some of the squeaks and rattles that I found: 1) glove compartment door rattling - fix by adding a couple of felt pads on the inside of the door, where the rubber bumpers touch it. 2) split folding rear seat sqeaking over bumps - add the pads (thicker ones here) where the seat backs meet the rear deck-lid. You'll see the wear marks from all the rubbing. 3) this last one was the hardest to find - a rattling coming from the passenger door area around the B pillar that occurred on every expansion joint. It turns out that it wasn't the door at all, but the pull handle on the passenger seatback, which allows you to gain access to the rear seat on the coupes. This fix involved holding up the seatback release handle and inserting felt pads into the slot where it moves, on the bottom and side contact areas. Also, the seat belt attachments point at the B pillar was rattling in any position other than the bottom most, so I just left it there. The car is totally rattle and sqeak free now. Hope this helps some of you... -Colin '98 M3/2 36K (JC soft. and intake, X-brace, Euro rotors + R4s, clutch stop, redline...)
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#4. Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question - from RogRacer@aol.com
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 08:25:35 EST From: RogRacer@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question OK, now the million dollar question. How does one inspect the cams to determine if, in fact, they are proeprly timed? I don't suppose there is a procedure written up somewhere? TIA, Roger RogRacer@aol.com '95 M3... it might not hurt to check the cam timing..
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#5. Re: [E36M3] side mirror - from Rob Jackowitz
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 09:01:28 -0500 From: "Rob Jackowitz" <rjme@msn.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] side mirror dats grounds fer divorce in some parts. You just need to push harder. I usually line up the top one first, holding it steady with my hands, and lean on the mirror with my body. It should click in. Then do the same with the bottom two. No glue needed. Rob >Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 07:40:26 -0500 >From: Mark Greene <gsa@arpinintl.com> >Subject: side mirror > >My wife bumped my driver side mirror last night, 96 m3, and i kind of >just came off at the attachments.... it almost looks as if it just pops >back on but would not.. there are three screws in there that have >bulbous ends that appear to fit right back in? Is there an epoxy or >glue...anyone know how to put it back? Or am I headed to the dealer. >(I am a mechanical idiot) Thanks, Mark Greene > > >************************************************************* >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 to the email address e36m3@bmw-m.net. >************************************************************* > > _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp
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#6. Re: [E36M3] side mirror - from Andrej Dolenc
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 09:29:14 -0600 From: Andrej Dolenc <adolenc@erols.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] side mirror Yup, snaps right in. It takes a bit of force, when mine popped off I lined them up and gave the mirror a smack (towards the body of the car) and it just snapped back in place. How it happened was kind of interesting though, on a road trip cruising down the highway in Montana, and a bird was flying towards the car. My buddy was driving at the time, swerved enough for the bird to miss the windshield but hit it with the drivers side mirror. Stop, pop the mirror back, keep on rollin! Andrej '97 M3 Mark Greene writes: > My wife bumped my driver side mirror last night, 96 m3, and i kind of > just came off at the attachments.... it almost looks as if it just pops > back on but would not.. there are three screws in there that have > bulbous ends that appear to fit right back in? Is there an epoxy or > glue...anyone know how to put it back? Or am I headed to the dealer. > (I am a mechanical idiot) Thanks, Mark Greene
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#7. Re: [E36M3] Symptoms of Bad Wheel Bearings? - from morris.michael@adlittle.com
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 09:51:35 -0500 From: morris.michael@adlittle.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Symptoms of Bad Wheel Bearings? Jonathan, If it is a loud clicking noise, only when you turn, it could be your CV joint that is bad, usually due to a torn dust boot. Then again, this is based on my experience with other cars, and I could be completely off on this one.... To check, look behind the nuckell (Caliper/hub assembly area) at the axle and see if any of your dust boots are torn/missing/not connected. RAXLES (www.RAXLES.com) is a great place to get a replacement axle/half-shaft. Regards, Mike Morris ------------------------------------------------ From: "twisty M3" <twistym3@hotmail.com> Subject: [E36M3] Symptoms of Bad Wheel Bearings? I've got a '99 M3 (67K miles) with intermittent stearing noise that has come back (went away for a while, so I figured it was a fluke). Only happens when the wheels are turned to the right, and seems to be coming from the passenger side front.... Jonathan L. **** This is intended for the addressee only and may contain confidential business information. It may not be copied without our permission. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender as soon as possible and delete the material from any computer.****
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#8.- from Donald R. Chapman
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 10:50:02 -0500 From: "Donald R. Chapman" <drchapman@mindspring.com> Subject: <no subject> UNSUBSCRIBE
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#9. Interstate Battery #? - from peter@guagenti.com
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 08:50:51 US/Pacific From: peter@guagenti.com Subject: Interstate Battery #? Anyone know the number for the interstate battery that is a replacement for the E36? I had been using a DieHard in my wife's 328i, and it has had a hard time keeping it's charge with her short commute. I replaced it with an Interstate, but I think it's the wrong size (it's smaller than the factory one in my M3). Either way, it doesn't want to keep a charge either. Any help is appreciated. -peterg ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This message was sent using HiSpeed Technologies Webmail. http://www.hispeed.com
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#10. Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question - from alex.fadeev@verizon.com
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Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 11:21:31 -0600 From: alex.fadeev@verizon.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question Roger, How about putting the car on a dyno!? This way you will also base line the car for future mods. alex 10/94 production '95 M3 + euroHFM == 228 rear wheel horses. I think my cams are fine. Wish I had a base line though. RogRacer@aol. com To: E36M3 <e36m3@bmw-m.net> cc: 11/29/01 Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question 07:28 AM Please respond to RogRacer Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2001 08:25:35 EST From: RogRacer@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam Timing, The $ question OK, now the million dollar question. How does one inspect the cams to determine if, in fact, they are proeprly timed? I don't suppose there is a procedure written up somewhere? TIA, Roger RogRacer@aol.com '95 M3... it might not hurt to check the cam timing.