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#1. Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch - from Andrej Dolenc
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 12:26:07 -0500 From: Andrej Dolenc <adolenc@erols.com> Subject: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch Steve, I've read your hitch / bike rack install writeup on Suzy's web site (even prior to this current round of inquiries about trailer hitches), but I had some questions which you or mebbe somebody else on the list can answer or clarify. My particular question is regarding the reinforcement bar you added for your bike rack (that would be one of the big reasons why I'd be putting it on as well). Figure every trailer has a certain tongue weight, a downward force exerted at the hitch. Similar with a bike rack and a bike attached to it. Have there been instances of peoples' trunks getting ripped apart by the trailer hitch without the reinforcement bar? I'm wondering why is it necessary since both a trailer and a bike rack will both weigh down on the trailer hitch. Thanks, Andrej '97 M3 > I have the Da'Lan hitch also. I've only used it to attach a bike rack, but > it would work nicely for a small trailer also. > There is a write-up with pictures of it on my car on Suzy's website at: > http://www.bmw-m.net/ > Click on the url: > E36M3 Hitch and Bike Rack Install > to see the write-up. > steve > 95 M3
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#2. Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett - from RogRacer@aol.com
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 12:37:54 EST From: RogRacer@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett FYI, I just heard from Brett Anderson...he says he has never heard of a cam timing issue on the 95s. Further, he finds no reference in his TIS database. So, unless someone can reference a specific document, I assume that reports of incorrect timing are, well, incorrect. Roger RogRacer@aol.com '95 M3
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#3. coilovers revisited - from The Abels
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 13:47:43 -0600 From: "The Abels" <aAbel@austin.rr.com> Subject: coilovers revisited I recall a series of posts relating to differences b/t the Koni c/o's and the H&R c/o's. One digester commented that he went with the Koni setup, and had fitment issues and/or ride quality issues, and was dissappointed b/c the expectation was that well designed and blueprinted setups were supposed to 'no-compromise'. Is that anyone here? I'm 99% on my way to H&R's, but wanted to find out if I mixed up someone's review of the Bilstein PSS-9's and the Konis (the Bilstein setup does have fitment issues, particularly due to the spindle setup on 96+ M3s, larger-than-H&R diameter springs, and lack of mounts for the sway bar end links). Thanks. Jeff 97 M3/4 with floaty, worn stock suspension
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#4. Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett - from NickG
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Date: Sun, 2 Dec 2001 15:00:30 -0500 From: "NickG" <nikog@MediaOne.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett I also searched my TIS CD, and couldn't find any such bulletin. Is it possible that those with misaligned cams are suffering from a stretched timing chain? Can the chain stretch that much? Nick > FYI, I just heard from Brett Anderson...he says he has never heard of a cam > timing issue on the 95s. Further, he finds no reference in his TIS database. > So, unless someone can reference a specific document, I assume that reports > of incorrect timing are, well, incorrect. > > Roger > RogRacer@aol.com > '95 M3
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#5. RE: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch - from Tom Tice
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 15:28:56 -0500 From: "Tom Tice" <tetice@triad.rr.com> Subject: RE: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch I have the same hitch on my '98 M3/4. While the reinforcement bar in the photos looks like a good idea, keep in mind that the Da'Lan hitch actually comes with a similar reinforcement bar - it just doesn't curve up the sides of the spare tire well and is only bolted in rather than being welded. I have had no problems whatsoever with my hitch and I pull a track tire trailer that is somewhat on the heavy side. I also have a very light (all aluminum) bike rack that I use to carry one road bike - also with no problems. The reinforcement bar shown in Steve's photos will likely transfer much the load/force to the trunk floor rather than the bottom of the spare tire well and I think that would be good. On the other hand I would be a little concerned about having the spare tire fit in properly with such a large piece of metal in there - its tight with the Da'Lan piece. I was also concerned about the location of the bolts and whether they would chew up the lip of the spare tire rim but so far so good - but watch out if you have someone else do the job they may not be concerned about your spare wheel. Keep in mind that this issue is not just a function of the weight of the trailer/bike rack but also a function of how rough the roads are in your area. Most trailers are reasonably well balanced (but a function of how you load it) but the weight shifts with major bumps in the road. A poor expansion joint road behaves just like taking a jackhammer to your trailer hitch tongue. A perfectly smooth road would likely never cause a problem. The reinforcement would be a very good idea if you drive fast on rough roads. Tom Tice '98 M3/4 '99 540/6 > -----Original Message----- > From: Andrej Dolenc [mailto:adolenc@erols.com] > Sent: Saturday, December 01, 2001 12:29 PM > To: E36M3 > Subject: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch > > > Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 12:26:07 -0500 > From: Andrej Dolenc <adolenc@erols.com> > Subject: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch > > Steve, > > I've read your hitch / bike rack install writeup on Suzy's web > site (even prior > to this current round of inquiries about trailer hitches), but I had some > questions which you or mebbe somebody else on the list can answer > or clarify. > > My particular question is regarding the reinforcement bar you > added for your > bike rack (that would be one of the big reasons why I'd be > putting it on as > well). Figure every trailer has a certain tongue weight, a downward force > exerted at the hitch. Similar with a bike rack and a bike > attached to it. Have > there been instances of peoples' trunks getting ripped apart by > the trailer > hitch without the reinforcement bar? I'm wondering why is it > necessary since > both a trailer and a bike rack will both weigh down on the trailer hitch. > > Thanks, > > Andrej > '97 M3 > > > I have the Da'Lan hitch also. I've only used it to attach a > bike rack, but > > it would work nicely for a small trailer also. > > > There is a write-up with pictures of it on my car on Suzy's website at: > > > http://www.bmw-m.net/ > > > Click on the url: > > > E36M3 Hitch and Bike Rack Install > > > to see the write-up. > > > steve > > 95 M3 > > > ************************************************************* > 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. > ************************************************************* > >
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#6. Re: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch - from Jeremy Lucas
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 16:14:48 -0500 From: "Jeremy Lucas" <jlucas@columbus.rr.com> Subject: Re: Re[2]: [E36M3] E36 M3 trailer and trailer hitch The problem with passenger car mounted hitches that bolt through sheet metal, like on the M3 and other cars, is not the static loading but the cyclic loading that occurs when you are actually traveling due acceleration and deceleration. Hitch mounted bike racks, especially, mount the weight much higher than the hitch and provide a long moment arm to amplify this cyclic loading. Does your M3 need extra reinforcement? You won't know that answer until the trunk spare tire pan sheet metal starts to deform, but I know there are people have bent the sheet metal with bike carriers and by trying to tow trailers that are too heavy even for only short distances. It's cheap insurance to do the reinforcement at the time of hitch installation, so I would recommend it. Keep in mind that trucks, SUV, and even some cars are able to mount their hitches directly to the frame which provides much better support, so it's a different situation for them. Jeremy Lucas 95 M3 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Andrej Dolenc" <adolenc@erols.com> My particular question is regarding the reinforcement bar you added for your bike rack (that would be one of the big reasons why I'd be putting it on as well). Figure every trailer has a certain tongue weight, a downward force exerted at the hitch. Similar with a bike rack and a bike attached to it. Have there been instances of peoples' trunks getting ripped apart by the trailer hitch without the reinforcement bar? I'm wondering why is it necessary since both a trailer and a bike rack will both weigh down on the trailer hitch.
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#7. ///M Stripe Colors - RGB codes request - from GRCouture@aol.com
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 16:36:38 EST From: GRCouture@aol.com Subject: ///M Stripe Colors - RGB codes request Hi gang, I know this has been covered before, but I was hoping to get the correct RGB codes for the 3 "///M" stripes. Thanks in advance, Gregg '99 Estoril Blue M3 http://www.greggcouture.com/m3
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#8. Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett - from Peter Guagenti
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Date: Sat, 01 Dec 2001 15:41:39 -0800 From: Peter Guagenti <peter@guagenti.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett on 12/1/01 9:38 AM, RogRacer@aol.com at RogRacer@aol.com wrote: > So, unless someone can reference a specific document, I assume that reports > of incorrect timing are, well, incorrect. Guess the improperly timed cams on my car were a figment of my imagination. Same probably goes for the other folks I've heard of with this as well. Sorry I bothered everyone. ;-) -peterg
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#9. Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett - from Chester Wong
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Date: Sat, 1 Dec 2001 17:17:07 -0800 (PST) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] 95 cam timing - response from Brett You could check the timing by removing the covers to expose the cams. You'd then need the cam locator tool that aligns the cam for top dead center. Once you do this, you can check for alignment on a notch on the harmonic balancer or attempt to insert the top dead center pin through the engine block and into a corresponding hole in the stock flywheel (aftermarket flywheels don't have this hole). If any of these don't line up, you have your answer. HTH, Chester --- Peter Guagenti <peter@guagenti.com> wrote: > > So, unless someone can reference a specific document, I assume that reports > > of incorrect timing are, well, incorrect. > > Guess the improperly timed cams on my car were a figment of my imagination. > Same probably goes for the other folks I've heard of with this as well. > Sorry I bothered everyone. ;-) ===== __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Buy the perfect holiday gifts at Yahoo! Shopping. http://shopping.yahoo.com
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#10. FS: pair of Michelin Pilot Sports 225/45ZR17 - from NickG
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Date: Mon, 3 Dec 2001 16:17:18 -0500 From: "NickG" <nikog@MediaOne.net> Subject: FS: pair of Michelin Pilot Sports 225/45ZR17 For Sale: one pair (2) Michelin Pilot Sport 225/45ZR17 tires. About 50% tread remaining. Even treadwear thus far. Pictures available upon request. I'm asking $180obo for the pair plus shipping from South Florida. Thanks, Nick nikog@mediaone.net