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#1. Rad Cap Recall - from Patrick Dargan
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Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 11:28:14 -0500 From: "Patrick Dargan" <darg01@earthlink.net> Subject: Rad Cap Recall Thanks to Scott and Todd for the info on the July '99 recall on = radiator cap replacement for '88-'95 BMW's. =20 However, when I first went to AllData, I looked for '99 E36's and the first one was listed as, "TSB 170198, Radiator Cap Replacement Recall, Issued Feb '01". =20 Looks like maybe BMW still didn't get it right. =20
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#2. Corner Balancing/Coil Over Post Install - from npaci@va.rr.com
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Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 11:45:49 -0500 From: npaci@va.rr.com Subject: Corner Balancing/Coil Over Post Install I just installed a set of H&R coil overs in my 95 M3, now I am dialing in the height adjustment. What is the best way to DIY this process? Does anyone in the Northern Virginia area have corner balancing scales? Is there a better way? It seems like after I make an adjustment I have to wait for the suspension to settle out again. I am dialing in the coarse adjustment visually, but the fine adjustment I am relying on counting turns on the adjusters. Can I use scales before it has settled out again? I must be making this too hard. :) Any/All suggestions wanted. Cheers, Noah Paci
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#3. I/O Port Sale - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:05:26 -0500 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: I/O Port Sale FYI - To those that are not familiar, I/O Port is conducting their yearly one day sale today (12/4). Here is the website www.IOPortRacing.com Phone number: 1-800-949-5712 30% off - Fog City, Racer's Tape, Select Books 25% off - Red Line Oil, Books 15% - 10% off lots of other items including various mounts, helmets, etc. Best regards, Rich - already ordered two cases of oil
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#4. Re: [E36M3] Corner Balancing/Coil Over Post Install - from Steven Tom
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Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 09:14:41 -0800 From: Steven Tom <stom@qualcomm.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Corner Balancing/Coil Over Post Install I've been wanting to get my car corner balanced as well but, first I want to find a nut that will fit on the rear adjusters such that they can be locked down. So far I've been unsuccessful. It's an odd thread 21 mm x 1.5 pitch. If anyone knows where I could get a nut this size please tell me. I don't know why this wasn't provided in the first place. Being that you can lock the fronts why not design it so you can lock the backs? steve At 10:48 AM 12/4/01 -0600, npaci@va.rr.com wrote: >Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 11:45:49 -0500 >From: npaci@va.rr.com >Subject: Corner Balancing/Coil Over Post Install > >I just installed a set of H&R coil overs in my 95 M3, now I am dialing in >the height adjustment. What is the best way to DIY this process? Does >anyone in the Northern Virginia area have corner balancing scales? Is >there a better way? It seems like after I make an adjustment I have to >wait for the suspension to settle out again. I am dialing in the coarse >adjustment visually, but the fine adjustment I am relying on counting >turns on the adjusters. Can I use scales before it has settled out >again? I must be making this too hard. :) Any/All suggestions wanted. > >Cheers, > >Noah Paci
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#5. Camber and Cross camber and King Pin Inclination - from TFRM3@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:21:39 EST From: TFRM3@aol.com Subject: Camber and Cross camber and King Pin Inclination Without quoting specific numbers, if the camber is different from one side to another (cross camber) and the KPI is off by a similar amount, then no camber plate in the world will fix it. The problem is at the BOTTOM of the strut, not the top. Making the camber equal at the top mount will not correct the KPI, and will cause mystery alignment problems, that are never solved by calling "tuners" and buying more parts. The KPI has to be pretty darn equal before attempting any camber adjustment at the top. A hint about BMWs and M3s in general: the camber is NEVER what it is supposed to be, because the factory specs were pulled out of some German a## somewhere. The ride height is NEVER what it supposed to be, which affects above. So any alignment is more about making left and right even, rather than trying to attain some almost arbitrary specification. To summarize, if the cambers are different, but KPI is equal: look at a pushed over subframe or a bad wreck that pushed the towers over. If cambers are different, and KPI is different: then it is a bent strut, bent knuckle/spindle or a messed up interface between the two that can be cured by buying racing shock absorber piston shims that for some reason cost less than repackaged washers. For help, always call the place you bought the parts. Jay Morris, future owner of a 1969 Mangusta unless someone talks me out of it. P.S. I am sure someone somewhere has a car that meets factory specs for alignment and ride height.
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#6. Rad Cap Recall TSB 170198 - from nabli@attglobal.net
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Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 12:34:52 -0500 From: nabli@attglobal.net Subject: Rad Cap Recall TSB 170198 TSB 170198 was issued in October 1998. It states: SUBJECT: Radiator Cap Recall - No. 98V-178 MODEL: E31, E32, E34 and E36 Situation: BMW of North America, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a safety recall campaign that involves the coolant system of the affected vehicles.The coolant system is composed of a number of components that are exposed to continuous thermal and mechanical loading. The malfunction or failure of a coolant system component, such as a thermostat, water pump or fan belt, can result in significantly increased coolant temperature and system pressure. If the indications (e.g., movement of coolant temperature gauge needle into red zone) of such a critical overheating condition are not heeded by the driver, and if, in addition, the vehicle is operated under high-load conditions such that the elevated pressure cannot be adequately relieved, it is possible that damage to, or failure of, a coolant system component could occur. If a crack were to form or a seam were to separate in the heater core end piece, hot coolant could suddenly be expelled. In some cases, the coolant could contact an occupant and cause skin injury. Also, coolant expelled from the heater core as vapor could cause fogging of the interior surfaces of the windows, reducing visibility and the driver's ability to control the vehicle. To minimize the likelihood that any coolant system malfunction could lead to damage to the heater core end piece, a new design radiator cap will help control pressure and provide greater coolant overflow in the event of overheating. Affected Vehicles: The procedure given in this bulletin must be performed on all affected vehicles identified on DCS. (A copy of the letter which will be sent to all affected customers is attached to this S.I.) In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this recall, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action. The Chassis Number Ranges listed on the attached chart are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor. The affected vehicles are limited to vehicles within these ranges but not all of these vehicles are affected by the recall. The final decision is the DCS inquiry. Correction: The radiator cap must be replaced with the redesigned cap on all affected vehicles. Procedure: The redesigned radiator cap should be installed on all affected vehicles in the customer drive area by a qualified service advisor or technician. Caution: The radiator cap must be opened slowly when the engine is at operating temperature to avoid possible scalding. On vehicles with a hot engine, check the coolant temperature gauge reading before removing the radiator cap. This can be done while retrieving the vehicles mileage with the ignition switched on. DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP ON OVERHEATING VEHICLES. (If the coolant temperature gauge indicator is past the center line of the scale allow the engine to cool down before removing the radiator cap.) Parts Information: Due to limited availability of parts for this Recall Campaign, BMW center parts order quantities will be restricted. The campaign control system will be used to screen BMW center orders for excessive quantities. A DCS message will be sent out indicating how many pieces per week a BMW center will be allowed to draw from BMW NA. Please place orders using only the logical part numbers. Ordering of the individual part numbers or any quantities ordered above the maximum weekly allotment will automatically be backordered and canceled. Should there be any questions, please contact the Parts Consultant Group at 1-800-272-0202. An initial quantity will be shipped to each BMW center starting on October 30, 1998. Below is a listing of the logical part numbers which should be ordered to support the Recall Campaign. Description Part Number Radiator Cap (all engines except M20) 50 50 5 022 222 Logical part number 17 11 1 742 231 Radiator Cap (M20 engine only) 50 50 5 033 333 Logical part number 17 11 1 742 232 Radiator cap identification: Part Number 17 11 1 742 231 All except M20 - 2.0 bar "200" designation on cap. Bottom View Note: Cap insert (arrow) with "200" and part number designation is black in color. Top View Part Number 17 11 1 742 232 M20 only - 1.4 bar "140" designation on cap. Bottom View Note: Cap insert (arrow) with "140" and part number designation is yellow or black in color. Top View NOTE: Vehicles produced after 11/94 which are not affected by this recall may have radiator caps installed without the "140" or "200" designation on top of the cap. These caps are the redesigned style and should not be replaced due to the "missing" designation number. DCS inquiry is the final decision if a vehicle is affected by this recall. Recall Campaign Label Instructions: This Recall Campaign has been assigned code number 228. After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-090) and: a) emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1); b) punch out code number 228 printed on the label and, c) affix the label to the B pillar as shown: If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label. Warranty Information: Reimbursement for this Recall Campaign will be provided through Campaign Entry. Special Defect Code: 00 17 05 01 00 Work Package #1 Replace radiator cap. Labor Operation: 00 51 398 Labor Allowance: 1 FRU Parts Allowance: (Reference to Logical Part Numbers) All except M20 M20 only 50 50 5 022 222 50 50 5 033 333 17 11 1 742 231 17 11 1 742 232 Quantity 1 1 Model Type Engine Chassis Number Range Model Prod. Range 525i E34 M20 1518003 - 1519170 4/88 - 1/89 525i E34 M20 BC89002 - BC93621 1/89 - 8/90 525iA E34 M20 2081003 - 2086548 5/88 - 1/89 525iA E34 M20 BE19000 - BE31999 1/89 - 3/90 525iA E34 M20 GB21000 - GB25580 3/90 - 8/90 535i E34 M30 2173003 - 2174313 4/88 - 1/89 535i E34 M30 BF08002 - BF13162 1/89 - 12/92 535iA E34 M30 2090001 - 2094985 1/88 - 1/89 535iA E34 M30 BF61000 - BF75064 1/89 - 1/93 735i E32 M30 1630001 - 1630922 9/86 - 1/89 735i E32 M30 DB28001 - DB28146 2/89 - 8/90 735iA E32 M30 1640001 - 1644999 9/86 - 5/87 735iA E32 M30 3200001 - 3214128 5/87 - 1/89 735iA E32 M30 DB61000 - DB72069 1/89 - 6/92 735iL A E32 M30 3315001 - 3319335 1/88 - 12/88 735iL A E32 M30 DC23006 - DC31766 1/89 - 7/92 318i/2 E36 M42 JA00000 - JA11269 11/91 - 11/94 318i/2 A E36 M42 JC10013 - JC17629 12/92 - 11/94 318i/4 E36 M42 FG00000 - FG13601 11/91 - 11/94 318i/4 E36 M42 LA00000 - LA00237 11/94 318i/4 A E36 M42 FK58003 - FK69861 10/92 - 11/94 318i/4 A E36 M42 LA07000 - LA07267 7/94 - 11/94 318iC E36 M42 EC82005 - EC84142 1/94 - 11/94 318iC A E36 M42 ED15001 - ED17065 11/93 - 11/94 318ti E36 M42 AM50002 - AM50004 11/94 318ti A E36 M42 AM70005 - AM70012 11/94 325i/2 E36 M50 EF35004 - EF49592 7/91 - 11/94 325i/2 A E36 M50 EK00008 - EK16184 10/91 - 11/94 325i/4 E36 M50 FE00004 - FE20379 1/91 - 11/94 325i/4 E36 M50 FE40000 - FE40359 5/94 - 7/94 325i/4 A E36 M50 FF75006 - FF94999 3/91 - 8/92 325i/4 A E36 M50 FL00000 - FL19999 8/92 - 2/94 325i/4 A E36 M50 FM00000 - FM06927 2/94 - 11/94 325i/4 A E36 M50 FM10000 - FM10706 5/94 - 7/94 325iC E36 M50 JC78006 - JC82537 5/93 - 11/94 325iC A E36 M50 JD30006 - JD40098 4/93 - 11/94 525i E34 M50 BF94002 - BF98999 8/90 - 4/92 525i E34 M50 GB34000 - GB38249 4/92 - 11/94 525iA E34 M50 BJ57004 - BJ96999 8/90 - 10/93 525iA E34 M50 GK40000 - GK53855 10/93 - 11/94 525iA Tour E34 M50 GD20001 - GD25321 10/91 - 11/94 530i E34 M60 GE53002 - GE55183 12/92 - 11/94 530iA E34 M60 GE83001 - GE92453 11/92 - 11/94 530iA Tour E34 M60 GF80000 - GF81118 11/92 - 11/94 540i E34 M60 GA64002 - GA64388 7/94 - 11/94 540iA E34 M60 GF25000 - GF32726 11/92 - 11/94 740iA E32 M60 DE60000 - DE69144 6/92 - 4/94 740iL A E32 M60 DE83002 - DE93104 8/92 - 3/94 840Ci A E31 M60 CC89001 - CC90040 9/93 - 11/94 750iL A E32 M70 2765007 - 2770000 7/87 - 11/88 750iL A E32 M70 3056001 - 3056836 11/88 - 1/89 750iL A E32 M70 DC74000 - DC81782 1/89 - 3/94 850Ci E31 M70 CB42005 - CB42855 11/90 - 7/93 850Ci A E31 M70 CB72010 - CB75364 9/90 - 6/94 850Ci A E31 M73 CD05000 - CD05001 11/94 M5 E34 S38 BK05004 - BK06690 11/89 - 3/93 M3 E36 S50 EH00000 - EH03703 11/93 - 11/94 M3 A E36 S50 EN90009 - EN90012 10/94 850CSi E31 S70 CD00001 - CD00148 6/93 - 11/94 Cheers, Jim E. Patrick Dargan wrote: > Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 11:28:14 -0500 > From: "Patrick Dargan" <darg01@earthlink.net> > Subject: Rad Cap Recall > > Thanks to Scott and Todd for the info on the July '99 recall on = > radiator > cap replacement for '88-'95 BMW's. > =20 > However, when I first went to AllData, I looked for '99 E36's and the > first one was listed as, "TSB 170198, Radiator Cap Replacement Recall, > Issued Feb '01". > =20 > Looks like maybe BMW still didn't get it right.
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#7. Dyno in LA? - from Juan Rico
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Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 09:37:05 -0800 From: Juan Rico <juan_rico@captionsinc.com> Subject: Dyno in LA? Hi All, Anybody know a reputable shop that can dyno my car in LA? Sorry to be such an ignorant in this area, but is it safe to dyno a 140K mile car? Does dynoing a car *require* to hit the rev limiter to get the max power results? I've only hit the rev limiter twice on my car over its lifetime and, frankly, I don't want to start doing it now. Why make a 70 year old man run a marathon? Then again, what do I know... Juan.
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#8. Re:[E36M3] '95 Cam timing - from Scott Chan
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Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 10:29:42 -0800 From: Scott Chan <scottch@juniper.net> Subject: Re:[E36M3] '95 Cam timing The situation I had was that the retainers slipped 1-3 mm, basically causing the spring to relax. Same as if the valve spring itself was weakened, which can also cause valve float. You could see the failing retainers were slightly more concave than the others. Eventually they would have completely slipped off, catastrophically. -- Scott Chan ----------- Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 07:06:56 -0800 (PST) From: Matt Henson <hensonator@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] '95 Cam timing Hi Bob, The retainers don't cause the valves to float since float means not closing with the cam. If they are a little bent then it can reduce the lift of the valve, hurting performance. If they break then it's probably more of a flying than a floating as all hell will break lose.
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#9. FS: Racing Dynamics Sway Bars (E36 M3) - from Riley, Scott
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Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2001 12:52:08 -0600 From: "Riley, Scott" <sriley@cardinalcapital.com> Subject: FS: Racing Dynamics Sway Bars (E36 M3) Fellow Listers: I have a set of virtually brand new Racing Dynamics sway bars. Sizes are 27mm (front) and 22mm (rear). Purchased from TC Kline Racing (www.tcklineracing.com) about a month ago. Used for one autocross only and removed recently since I am now selling the car. Literally have less than 100 miles on them. Includes sway bars, end links and bushings. New: $379. Sacrifice for $325 + shipping from Dallas, Texas. Please email with any questions at sriley@cardinalcapital.com. Scott Riley '99 M3 (Garage queen currently for sale) '95 M3 (Track king currently being built)
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#10. shark - from Joseph Bachman III
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Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001 19:11:02 +0000 From: "Joseph Bachman III" <josephbachman@hotmail.com> Subject: shark Guys and Gals - I am thinking about sharking my 99 M3/2, and I'm curious if it is in any way harmful or reduces engine longevity. Mine is a street queen that I would like to keep forever. If I can get some more umph, great, but I don't in any way want to comprimise its life span. Am I being ridiculous? Also, do I need to worry about where I get one (knock offs)? Thanks for the help. I know you track junkies must be shaking your heads in disbelief at this one... Regards, Jay Bachman _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp