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#1. Re: [E36M3] Brake Pads for street and track schools? R4S? HP+? - from matthew c. mead
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 18:08:34 -0400 From: "matthew c. mead" <mmead-bmw@goof.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Brake Pads for street and track schools? R4S? HP+? On Mon, Jul 01, 2002 at 04:57:26PM -0500, K Quistorff wrote: > From my own experiences and disussions with folks "in the know", I'm under > the > impression that I can't expect one brake pad material to perform great from > winter cold to > track school hot. Therefore, I was planning to purchase a set of dedicated > track > school pads for my (new to me) E36 M3 and go through the pad swapping and > rotor > cleaning process for each school. However, based on the recent postings I've been using my 97 M3 for Tarheel BMW CCA schools. I have used a dedicated set of track pads for it. First I used Carbotech Panther, then a used set of Cool Willy's. The Carbotech Panther lasted me 3 schools (VIR Full, VIR South, Charlotte Motor Speedway). I used the Cool Willy's on VIR Full and they looked pretty good coming off the car. One thing I did do was get a new set of rotors for the street and swap to the old rotors for the track. I got Brembo front rotors for $50 each and Zimmerman rear rotors for $50 each. I changed rotors and pads before leaving and carried both my street pads and street rotors to the track with me as spares. I think this is the way to go. The M3 will only see occasional track duty at this point - I have a Miata. I have actually used the Miata a lot on the street lately, so I have street pads on it, but will be using Carbotech and Hawk pads on the track. I don't have a second set of rotors because the car will end up a race car next season anyway. Good luck with your decision. I recommend being anal and carrying full spares. If you have a rotor or pad failure, you can still get home. As an aside, I noticed you're from Cary. Are you going to the VIR North course event this weekend? -matt -- matthew c. mead 97 Dakar M3/4 - sharked, xbraced 97 White GS-R/4 - stock (wife's) 92 Black Miata - dropped, dampened, headed towards SM http://www.goof.com/~mmead/
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Squeaking TA Bushings - from Chester Wong
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 15:10:11 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Squeaking TA Bushings I still get the squeak (very faint) from time to time. I would just recommend against any petroleum based lubes because it would eat into the rubber, right? I guess a silicone based product might work... Chester --- Darling Christopher Maj AMC/CEXR <Christopher.Darling@scott.af.mil> wrote: > I know some of you guys had some squeaking issues as well a while = > back--did they resolve themselves, or did you find a good solution? = > What do you think of silicone spray? ===== __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - online filing with TurboTax http://taxes.yahoo.com/
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#3. No to Mini dealer markup - from HYPERM3@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 18:34:17 EDT From: HYPERM3@aol.com Subject: No to Mini dealer markup From what Ive seen and been told at my local dealership, they are charging list price. I go in all the time and they usually have at least 20+ minis on the lot with about 30% being S versions. This is the Princeton, NJ dealership. If you call, ask for Alan Causing. I used to deal with him when he was in BMW service and then moved into Mini sales. He's a great guy and will take care of you. Just tell him Alex with the yellow M3 sent ya. The number there is 609-452-9400. I have no affiliation with the dealership or otherwise. They also have a great service group too. Alex "HyperM3" Demsky 97 S/C M3
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#4. RE: [E36M3] Say NO to dealer mark-up! - from Jason Jensen
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 18:37:45 -0400 From: "Jason Jensen" <jasonjensen75@hotmail.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Say NO to dealer mark-up! I know BMW of Sterling in VA has a policy against mark-up, and a full Mini showroom with quite a few S' sitting on the lot. I spoke with the owner himself and gave him some kudos for running his show sans market adjustment. If/when I buy new or CPO he's got my business....BMW of Murray in SLC also doesn't mark-up. Don't know if they're a Mini dealer or not. I would imagine so since they are the only dealer in the state. J -----Original Message----- From: j.demartino@us.qiagen.com [mailto:j.demartino@us.qiagen.com] Sent: Monday, July 01, 2002 4:47 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Say NO to dealer mark-up! Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 22:40:06 +0200 From: j.demartino@us.qiagen.com Subject: Say NO to dealer mark-up! Sorry for the off topic but I cant think of a better place to ask... I am looking for a recommendation for where I can locate a Mini Cooper S, at list price, without dealer markup! I refuse to do business with any dealer charging the markup. I don't mind shipping the car. Any recommendations? Thanks, John John DeMartino QIAGEN Inc. Senior Product Manager Drug Screening and Assay Development Phone: 800-426-8157, ext. 23507 Fax: 661-702-3652 j.demartino@us.qiagen.com www.qiagen.com <http://www.qiagen.com/> QIAGEN. Dedicated to Your Success. ************************************************************* 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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#5. Re: [E36M3] Brake Pads for street and track schools? R4S? HP+? - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 15:53:31 -0700 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Brake Pads for street and track schools? R4S? HP+? At 03:07 PM 7/1/02, Chester Wong wrote: >Do yourself a favor and buy a set of PF97s for your car. They'll stop like >crazy and they'll last real long. There is no such thing as a good enough >street pad for track use. I love it when people say, "Oh, it's good for light >track duty." I never really understood what that was, either. I agree, get the PF97s, direct from Porterfield Brakes with the 20% list discount. Also, if it hasn't been mentioned already, get a set of dedicated F rotors for the track as well (Brembos are $60/each from The Ultimate Garage). Not much extra time needed when swapping pads, and the pads will thank you <g>. My 2 cents, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - stock & PF90/97, now just stock 1993 325is #44 KP - Hawk Blues, may try Pagid Oranges
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#6. Re: Help! Koni Install - from Neil Maller
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Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 17:53:57 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: Re: Help! Koni Install on 7/1/02 5:17 PM, <mroblin@att.net> wrote: > I need some help. Installing the Koni SA strut inserts into my original > struts - everything came apart fine, got the struts put in place. On > attempting to put reinstall the upper spring plates, noticed that I was > missing the beveled washer which sits on the damper's upper shoulder (i.e., > shock rod), between the upper spring plate and the shock rod. > > I've been driving around the SF bay area looking for one to no avail. Tried > Dinan, Rennwerks, all the local race shops, local independents, and all the > dealers, but no one has one. Any suggestions, or does anyone have a spare? > I'll drive anywhere in the SF bay area to get it. Pretty good ASCII art! The part is: Spacer 31 32 1 129 977 and it's used on many different BMW strut assemblies (E31, E32, E34, E36, E39, Z3-M). It's readily available to order from any BMW dealer, but I doubt you'd find them in stock. And as you've already figured out, yes, you absolutely must have them. What happened to the spacers from your existing struts? Neil 96 M3
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#7. Re: poor man's understeer correction - from Sprichardson@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 19:01:59 EDT From: Sprichardson@aol.com Subject: Re: poor man's understeer correction Mark, I installed 245/40-17 Bridgestone SO3 pole position tires on 8 1/2" M contour wheels on the front of my 96 M3 coupe (to match the rear) a couple of weeks ago. Just like the guys on this list who told me it would work, I experienced no rubbing or other negative issues with this set up. The main reason I did it was to allow front to rear tire rotation, but less understeer is a very small side benefit ( I guess... haven't been on a track yet). This is not what I'd call the "poor man's" solution since new front wheels are almost $300.00 each. I think it would have been less expensive and more benefitial to add negative camber provided understeer correction had been my main objective. I'm told that Eibach or H&R springs will still work with this wheel and tire combination, so this, along with swapped strut hats are probably next as I slide further down the slippery slope.... I hope this information helps, and thanks to you other list members for all of the great advice. Scott 96 M3/2
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#8. Power Steering Fluid? - from Gerry Miranda
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 16:17:29 -0700 (PDT) From: Gerry Miranda <gerry_miranda@yahoo.com> Subject: Power Steering Fluid? Power Steering Fluid? Anyone know what power steering fluid to use in a 97 M3. The PS line on mine is leaking and Im changing it. I would like to refill it with the proper fluid. My dealer said ATF Dextron3.... Gerry 97 M3/4 --------------------------------- Do You Yahoo!? Sign-up for Video Highlights of 2002 FIFA World Cup
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Power Steering Fluid? - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 16:39:49 -0700 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Power Steering Fluid? At 04:27 PM 7/1/02, Gerry Miranda wrote: >Power Steering Fluid? >Anyone know what power steering fluid to use in a 97 M3. The PS line on >mine is leaking and Im changing it. I would like to refill it with the >proper fluid. > >My dealer said ATF Dextron3.... They're correct. Jim Bassett
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#10. Re: [E36M3] a/c recharge? - from Joe Dyer
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Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 16:41:28 -0700 From: "Joe Dyer" <joedyer@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] a/c recharge? Kit, It's not rocket science and if your favorite gas station has a workshop attached they will have the special gauges to do a recharge. I would trust it to the Arco station on Foothill Expressway near Stevens Creek, for instance. Joe ----- Original Message ----- From: <kitwetzler@mindspring.com> To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> Sent: Monday, July 01, 2002 11:47 AM Subject: [E36M3] a/c recharge? Date: Mon, 1 Jul 2002 14:44:59 -0400 From: "kitwetzler@mindspring.com" <kitwetzler@mindspring.com> Subject: a/c recharge? Can anyone recommend a decent shop in the south SF bay area, to do a recharge on my A/C? It's not blowing cold. :( -kit, baking in the sun -------------------------------------------------------------------- mail2web - Check your email from the web at http://mail2web.com/ . ************************************************************* 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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#11. DieHard Battery for 95 M3 - from Dan Bocek
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Date: Mon, 01 Jul 2002 16:44:00 -0700 From: Dan Bocek <dan@rasy.com> Subject: DieHard Battery for 95 M3 My stock battery finally died, so I did a little research on an aftermarket replacement. Other's have used the Exide 49-84N. This turned out to be a non-maintenance free battery, so I headed over to Sears. The "49" in the Exide part number means the battery is a "Group 49" form factor. Every battery has a group number, which is a standard that battery manufacturers adhere to. If the Exide group 49 battery fits the 95 M3, then any group 49 battery should also work. DieHard has a group 49 out of their "International" line - vented and maintenance free. 99 bucks (cheaper than the Exide) and fits like a glove! -Dano-