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#1. Re: Use of Harnesses sans roll bar - from Neil Maller
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 08:46:29 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: Re: Use of Harnesses sans roll bar on 6/13/02 6:35 PM, Skip Bogard <skip.bogard@alumni.duke.edu> wrote: > As far as the roof coming down on your head...your spine can take a lot more > compression abuse than the bones in the front of your face. It is amazingly > resilient in compression. In fact, according to Crash Injuries, the mode of > spinal disk failure is not likely compression only, but compression with > torsion or compression with flexion. Worse though, is elongation, flexion. > Think noose. Sideways elongation, then hitting the window or A-pillar has > the same effect as having the hangman's noose stretch into a tight object, > then "hitting" you in the side of the neck with a stiff rope (it's hard to > describe, maybe someone can do a better job than I can on this....) Point > is, when your neck stretches, then your head hits a window...it has the same > affect as getting hung...same basic failure mode...you neck cannot stand up > up to a hard surface impact while elongated. Which is why it's a good idea to wear a neck collar, which for small money and little inconvenience helps to prevent hyperextension of the neck. However a collar only works with a closed-face helmet. > In summary, it's a good book...lots of "failure modes" to think about. > Sometimes I think we just have a fear of having something come down on > our skull, and that makes us blind to the other potential catastrophes > that can happen with 3 point safety belts. Like for example, our head > or face hitting our passenger's head in a driver's side T-bone, or the > window in a passenger side T-bone. Yes, exactly. It can be argued that the superior protection offered by ANY kind of harness (4 or 5/6 point) in other accident modes (front, rear, T-bone, etc.) outweighs any possible increased risk of injury in the uncommon "rollover with total roof collapse" case. > Fortunately, mostly all we have for driver's schools is anecdotal evidence > when it comes to bodily injury. Fortunately and unfortunately both. Anecdotal evidence makes for spirited discussions, but not much in the way of hard data on which to base decisions. > > - Skip > (who still uses only a harness bar & 5 pt. harness after reading > that book, because rollover is just one mode of getting hosed on track > or on the freeway. However, rightly or wrongly, an increasing number of Chapters no longer allows that combination at Driver Schools. Neil 96 M3
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#2. RE: [E36M3] M3GTR and V12 LMR Pictures - from Mel Silva
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 09:11:58 -0500 From: "Mel Silva" <melsilva@mindspring.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] M3GTR and V12 LMR Pictures I just got to look at these this morning and the very first thing that caught my attention was Image 6. Great pictures Wayne! If you look closely at the brake caliper in image 6 you will notice a "tempilabel" like temperature monitor label. These change color (besides the obvious black and charred look) to indicate the max temperature reached. Some of you track junkies may want to take note. Also available are temperature signaling paints (tempilaq is the one I used on the Mustangs PBR calipers). The paints go to even higher temps in the 850 to 1200 degree (F) range. This will be a good indicator to tell you if you are running proper ventilation to and/or the proper compound for your brakes. I bought tempilaq at Pegasus (www.pegasusautoracing.com), but I'm sure this and the labels are available at other dedicated racing shops. Good idea, since all I knew before using this was that the brakes were hot. How hot, I didn't know. After this I switched from Porterfield R4 to Hawk Blue and ran silicone ducting to the calipers at track events. Nothing high-tech, I just duct-taped the tubing to the steering tie rods, which follow the calipers around when you turn the steering wheel. It was enough to lower the caliper temps from over 800 degrees to under 500 degrees (at Thunderhill in May) YMMV, Mel Silva -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Miller [mailto:m3@waynemiller.com] Sent: Sunday, June 16, 2002 6:45 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] M3GTR and V12 LMR Pictures Date: Sun, 16 Jun 2002 19:40:36 -0400 From: "Wayne Miller" <m3@waynemiller.com> Subject: M3GTR and V12 LMR Pictures This past Friday night was the annual NJ BMWCCA chapter meeting at BMW NA. For this event, they had the PTG M3 GTR and V12 LMR brought in for display right in the front lobby for us to look at up close. I happened to have my digital camera with me so I snapped some pictures. You can see them here: http://64.14.56.30/m3/bmwna As part of the event, we had the product planners for each model line talk about all of the changes for the 2003 model year but other than some rain sensors, automatic lights, DVD based NAV system (instead of CD) and some new wheel styles, not much was new. They weren't about to give any secrets away like anything about the next M5 or a V8 M3 but it was still fun. -Wayne ************************************************************* 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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#3. Re: [E36M3] Spitting Coolant and check you coolant return line - from Scott Blazey
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 09:37:31 -0500 From: Scott Blazey <edpm3@earthlink.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Spitting Coolant and check you coolant return line If you look at the filler neck of the coolant expansion tank, you will see threads on the outside covering most, but not all of the neck. Over time, or after extreme heating, the neck may become distorted in the area where the threading is absent. If that happens, the cap may not seal properly and you could lose coolant there. There was also a pressure cap recall a few years ago. If you still have the old cap, it might be the problem. Since it's a '95, if you haven't done so already, you should replace the original water pump with a newer one that has metal impellers. A metal thermostat housing and a new thermostat may also be a good idea. --Scott ---------------- >Richard Biscevic was kind enough to lend me the fan from his race car and >with the help of a few others I was able to reattach the hose, top up and >bleed the coolant system. It seemed fine again. However, on the trip back >and ever since then it has been spitting coolant from the radiator cap. >Enough that after several hundred miles it will trigger the low coolant >light. I have noticed a tiny bit of coolant residue around the cap for tens >of thousands of miles but never to this extent. I'm hoping this is not the >dreaded head gasket problem. Anyone else have other ideas why it might be >spitting coolant? > >Juan Bruce >BMW CCA GGC >'85 M635CSi >'95 M3 >
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#4. Cooling System Components - from Kris Welhart
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 10:13:25 -0500 From: "Kris Welhart" <kris.welhart@cyou.com> Subject: Cooling System Components Hey Miles, >What is the recommended brand of replacement radiator. Three are listed = on=20 >the Eurowebparts.com site? Is Behr the best or is brand not necessarily = >important. Any other suggestions for part sources for parts? Behr is the best, it should also have a sticker on it showing that it = was made in South Africa. >What is the correct temperature for the T-stat on a stock 95M3? 88 or = 92=20 >degrees? The original T-stat is 88 and it has been superceded by the 92. I would = replace it with the 88. The 88 is still used and up to date on the M = coupe, I believe.=20 >Should I replace both radiator hoses while doing the radiatior. Do I = use BMW=20 >clamps for the hoses? If they are cracked or brittle, or if you have overheated in the past. = Any screw type clamp will work. The ones from BMW are nice too. >I plan to also replace the T-stat housing with a metal one. Good Job. > What else should=20 >I replace or am I being overly cautios? Belts have been recently = replaced.=20 >Any advice would be welcome.=20 Replace the waterpump. I use Graf, but as long as it is metal you are = OK. The metal pump has been superceded by a plastic pump, so watch what = you get if you go to the dealer. Have fun and don't worry about overheating. Regards, Kris 95 ///M3- new cooling guts 94 325i- same as above
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#5. Skip Bogard please contact me re: snorkel - from daniel chin
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 10:05:47 -0700 From: daniel chin <djchin25@mac.com> Subject: Skip Bogard please contact me re: snorkel Maybe Skip doesn't read his alumni.duke.edu email as often as this list :-) If you still want the snorkel, i need your physical address for UPS COD+shipping. Otherwise i have another buyer, GM, who wants it. dan
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#6. LSC DE at MSR July 20/21 - from alex.fadeev@verizon.com
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 14:51:40 -0500 From: alex.fadeev@verizon.com Subject: LSC DE at MSR July 20/21 FYI: "Mainini, Robert W." <Robert.Mainini@banctec.com> wrote: Hey guys, Most of you already know, but some of you may not. The Lone Star Chapter here in Dallas is putting on a DE at MSR July 20/21. The entry fee is $210. Intermediate and Novice are full, but Advanced is wide open. I am counting on the members of this mail list to get the advanced group filled up. If you haven't sent in your DE app. please do so soon. If you know anyone else that is interested in running advanced please let them know. BMW club membership is NOT a prerequisite. If you are interested please go here and fill out the DE application: http://www.lscbmwcca.org/motorsports/index.htm In addition to the DE, there will be a club race. We anticipate a minimum of 20 racers, 7-8 of which are on this list. Thanks fellas, Bob Mainini
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#7. RE: [E36M3] Re: Dash Brake check light - from Doug Wirth
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 14:33:44 -0700 From: Doug Wirth <DWirth@serena.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Re: Dash Brake check light Today, my check brake light turned on, on my dash. I just changed my brakes a few months ago. Is there some other reason this light turns on other than the brake sensor wire? Thanks Doug Wirth 99M3 Sharked *********************************************************************** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ***********************************************************************
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#8. A/C repairs - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 14:47:59 -0700 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: A/C repairs Well, took the car into the shop to have the A/C checked out - it hasn't been all that cold lately. Turns out the condensor is leaking, so it (and the dryer) get to be replaced. $1100 parts & labor, grumble. (So much for paying DOWN the credit card this month.) At least there's the $100 certificate from SSF Import Parts (Club Racing contingency award), helps a *little* bit with the parts. Ah well, just venting a bit. Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - better be able to hang meat in it after repairs <bg> 1993 325is #44 KP - a/c still in, but no belt (should probably get one before driving to Las Vegas in August)
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#9. Re: [E36M3] A/C repairs - from Rich Beebe
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 18:05:34 -0400 From: Rich Beebe <rich@beebecomm.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] A/C repairs jim, shouldn't you be able to manage out there without A/C? <g> isn't that one of the reasons you all pay so much to live there? seems i remember someone recently buying a car from there that didn't even have A/C. rich 95 M3 - A/C, hardly ever use it. 95 LTW - no A/C, never use it. > From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> > Reply-To: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> > Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 16:57:41 -0500 > To: E36M3 <e36m3@bmw-m.net> > Subject: [E36M3] A/C repairs > > Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 14:47:59 -0700 > From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> > Subject: A/C repairs > > Well, took the car into the shop to have the A/C checked out - it hasn't > been all that cold lately. Turns out the condensor is leaking, so it (and > the dryer) get to be replaced. $1100 parts & labor, grumble. (So much for > paying DOWN the credit card this month.) > > At least there's the $100 certificate from SSF Import Parts (Club Racing > contingency award), helps a *little* bit with the parts. > > Ah well, just venting a bit. > > Jim Bassett > 1998 M3/4 - better be able to hang meat in it after repairs <bg> > 1993 325is #44 KP - a/c still in, but no belt (should probably get one > before driving to Las Vegas in August)
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#10. Re: [E36M3] A/C repairs - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2002 15:46:34 -0700 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] A/C repairs At 03:17 PM 6/18/02, Rich Beebe wrote: >jim, > >shouldn't you be able to manage out there without A/C? <g> isn't >that one of the reasons you all pay so much to live there? seems >i remember someone recently buying a car from there that didn't >even have A/C. Rich, Two words: Bite me! <bfg>. Your concern & sympathy are under-whelming. Biggest benefit to living out here: 12-month track season. I'll add you to list of people I'll be thinking about in December when I'm at the track, and you're shoveling snow <g>. And I don't want to discuss the car with you (LTW was for sale less than 10 miles from my house). Tongue firmly in cheek, Jim