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#1. Re: [E36M3] Handling (was Klunking) - from Colin_S_Whelan@rrfc.raytheon.com
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 14:21:43 -0400 From: Colin_S_Whelan@rrfc.raytheon.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Handling (was Klunking) Steve, Did you know what the toe setting (especially in the front) were before and after the alignment? If you've added more toe-in in the front, you'll loose the turn-in responsiveness that you're describing. I went from 0 toe-in up front to 0.15 degree toe-in (each) up front and the car is definitely less sharp, but then again, it cruises down the highway straight and doesn't catch every rut. I may go back to 0.07 degree toe-in per side to regain some of the nimbleness. (Max toe-in spec for an M3 is 0.25 degree per side, I believe.) Thanks, Colin '98 M3 (Dinan Stage I, JC intake + chip, X-brace, Euro rotors, R4S....) ********* Date: Tue, 30 Jul 2002 17:11:38 -0500 From: Steve Klein <klein@robinsonad.com> Subject: Re: Klunking and O2 Thanks to all who've replied- ...There was a hesitation in the car's response that felt like it took a split second to shift its weight before transitioning. Now the car feels solid and connected, but still responds a little late and with less enthusiasm than it originally did. Needless to say, I'm trying to get back to that immediate feeling... Thanks again, all- Steve
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Klunking and O2 - from ChuckBrazeau@aol.com
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 14:47:39 -0400 From: ChuckBrazeau@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Klunking and O2 You might be refering to the "Car Setup and Troubleshooting Guide" that i blatantly copied (without permission from the author :-P) and put on my SCCA Region's web site that i maintain (originally for my own personal use, but is viewed by many!)... http://www.wtrscca.org/tech.htm Hope this help! Chuck Brazeau '95 M3 - Violet/Black http://www.brazeauracing.com/ In a message dated Wed, 31 Jul 2002 1:00:17 PM Eastern Standard Time, e36m3@bmw-m.net writes: > Date: Tue, 30 Jul 2002 17:11:38 -0500 > From: Steve Klein <klein@robinsonad.com> > Subject: Re: Klunking and O2 > <snip> > I recall seeing a chart of the various changes in handling > characteristics caused by adjustments of each component, but I haven't > found it again. Does anyone know of what I'm referring and where it > might be? I'm feeling a sickness coming on again, and I > don't know if > the car is the cause or the cure. > > Thanks again, all- > Steve
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#3. Gas smell in car - from Jay Johnson
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 12:49:30 -0800 From: Jay Johnson <jay@pactitle.com> Subject: Gas smell in car So I pull into work and notice a strong gas odor in the car. I look under the car at the fuel filter and see no leaks. But I remember reading sometime back on the digest about a failed clamp that connects to the fuel pump. Do you get to that clam from the rear passenger interior side? Any help on this is greatly appreciated. Jay Johnson 95M3 dakar/chip/intake
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#4. Re: Klunking and O2 - from Burgess, Kim L
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 13:02:31 -0700 From: "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@boeing.com> Subject: Re: Klunking and O2 From: Steve Klein wrote: < snip > "Hard to quantify the X-brace since I made all the changes at once. The car really feels planted, but there is a nimbleness of the steering that I've lost." Though I've not done much to my 99M3/2, I have recently installed the 'X-brace'. And even with Pilot Sports of 37K wear (on the bars), there was a significant increase in turn-in response. Additionally, the M felt settled and controlled when transitioning across the expressway 'lane waves'. I'd have to say the 'X-brace' is just about the best most responsive mod for the money. My suspicion is that - if you have just done a 'suspension replace', and have not gotten an alignment, that you need an alignment. KLBurgess
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#5. Re: [E36M3] Gas smell in car - from Matt Henson
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 13:07:53 -0700 (PDT) From: Matt Henson <hensonator@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Gas smell in car --- Jay Johnson <jay@pactitle.com> wrote: > > So I pull into work and notice a strong gas odor > in the car. > I look under the car at the fuel filter and see no > leaks. > But I remember reading sometime back on the digest > about > a failed clamp that connects to the fuel pump. > Do you get to that clam from the rear passenger > interior side? > Any help on this is greatly appreciated. > > Jay Johnson > 95M3 dakar/chip/intake Could be the fuel sensor gasket or something else in that area. Remove the rear seat and see if there is any fuel under there, where the level sensor is. I had a fuel leak on the line going between the filter to the hard pipe on the intake manifold. I could see this by looking under the intake manifold. Good luck. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free http://sbc.yahoo.com
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#6. FS: Clutch and LTW flywheel--brand new - from Guillermo Molina
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 16:51:46 -0400 From: "Guillermo Molina" <drwillb@msn.com> Subject: FS: Clutch and LTW flywheel--brand new Brand new in original packaging: Fidanza lightweight flywheel, factory M3 clutch and pressure plate, factory throwout bearing. Everything needed to upgrade your clutch setup. These are all fresh, unused parts to do the job right. $825 Price includes shipping to US or Canada. Bill Molina 95 M3 _________________________________________________________________ Join the world’s largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com
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#7. RE: [E36M3] Getting a good price on the Harbor Freight Aluminum Racing Jack - from Jason Jensen
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 17:00:17 -0400 From: "Jason Jensen" <jasonjensen75@hotmail.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Getting a good price on the Harbor Freight Aluminum Racing Jack I think the number is unique though not specific to a person. I just received a HF catalog w/ a TQ wrench I ordered and my number was different for the free shipping. FYI J -----Original Message----- From: Wayne Miller [mailto:m3@waynemiller.com] Sent: Sunday, July 21, 2002 3:24 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Getting a good price on the Harbor Freight Aluminum Racing Jack Date: Sun, 21 Jul 2002 15:20:39 -0400 From: "Wayne Miller" <m3@waynemiller.com> Subject: Getting a good price on the Harbor Freight Aluminum Racing Jack You can even try using the coupon on my catalog because it isn't specific to me (at least I don't think it is) and that number is "317-967-931". I tried using the coupon online but that didn't work so I had to call it in. In the end, I have it being delivered to my door for a total of $190.94 because they give you free shipping but charge $5.95 for handling (then minus the $5). I haven't seen one in person or tried it out yet so don't cry to me if you don't like it but I doubt that you will get a better deal than this. -Wayne P.S. Ordering from them is interesting because they keep trying to tell you stuff like telemarketers.
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#8. will 318ti rear shocks fit an E36 M3? - from Chris Papademetrious
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 17:43:00 -0400 From: Chris Papademetrious <chrispy@ieee.org> Subject: will 318ti rear shocks fit an E36 M3? Everyone, I need to send my Bilsteins back to Bilstein to be rebuilt, due to a problem with one of the shocks. My buddy used to have an E36 318ti hatchback, and has a pair of dead rear Konis that he made available to me if they would fit. I only need something to fit in there and take up space for a couple weeks. I work from home, so I don't have a daily commute to worry about. However, I seem to recall that the 318ti uses E30 rear suspension, so perhaps this won't work. I'm hoping that even if this is so and all the other springs and perches are different, that perhaps the shock itself will still bolt up. Will E36 318ti rear shocks work in my E36 M3? Thanks in advance, - Chris
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Handling (was Klunking) - from Mdriver13@aol.com
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 18:54:15 -0400 From: Mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Handling (was Klunking) In a message dated Wed, 31 Jul 2002 1:30:20 PM Eastern Standard Time, Colin_S_Whelan@rrfc.raytheon.com writes: > I went from 0 toe-in up front to 0.15 degree toe-in (each) up front and the > car is definitely less sharp, but then again, it cruises > down the highway > straight and doesn't catch every rut. Did you notice any unusual tire wear with zero toe? I went from factory spec to 0.12 degree toe-out for better autox turn in response and suffered terrible inside edge tire wear on my street tires :-( Need to move the toe back to a point where my street tires will not disintegrate, but not too far. Bob Gill 97 M3 - with new Kumho 712's Philly Region SCCA #13 BSP
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#10. 1997 E36 M3 Center Console trim wanted - from Mike
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Date: Wed, 31 Jul 2002 15:59:45 -0700 From: "Mike" <Mike@worklife.com> Subject: 1997 E36 M3 Center Console trim wanted Anyone have the piece outlined here for sale cheap? http://home.attbi.com/~mkanaly/temp/console.jpg -Mike