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#1. Brake line PART# needed - from Chris Conner
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 21:53:10 -0500 From: "Chris Conner" <chris@digital7.com> Subject: Brake line PART# needed I installed stainless lines on my 99 m3, but there is one fitting that will not budge for me to finish the install. I am going to get a replacement part for that. Before I go into the clueless dealer, can someone check this part # for me: 99 m3 driver's side rear brake line the metal line with bracket that attaches to the rear suspension goes inbetween the two stock rubber lines. Thanks. CHris
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Brake line PART# needed - from Chester Wong
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 19:52:30 -0800 (PST) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Brake line PART# needed 34 32 6 755 550 Chester --- Chris Conner <chris@digital7.com> wrote: > driver's side rear brake line > the metal line with bracket that attaches to the rear suspension > goes inbetween the two stock rubber lines. =====
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#3. Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures - from Ron Buchalski
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Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 23:55:18 -0500 From: "Ron Buchalski" <rbuchals@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures If you look at the message that Suzy highlighted, you'll see that, in addition to his James Clay's normal 'sig' block (mentioning Bimmerworld), he also also been including an ad for DEC catalytic converters being on sale, with free shipping. I've noticed the ad for several months (I'm in the market for a catalytic converter). I think THIS is what Suzy is considering an ad. Other business-owning list members (Ben Liaw, Josh McMurray, Steve D'Gerolamo, Rob Levinson, etc) regularly include their business contact info in a sig block, and there have been no objections. Ron Buchalski BMWCCA #76387 1995 E36 M3 1993 E34 525iT 1999 Mazda Miata _________________________________________________________________ The new MSN 8: smart spam protection and 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail
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#4. RE: Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch - from Guillermo Molina
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 08:39:18 -0500 From: "Guillermo Molina" <drwillb@msn.com> Subject: RE: Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch I had the Rogue flywheel/carbon clutch installed about 2 months ago. It is definitely one of the better upgrades I have done. After a short break in period I can say that the grab on hard launches is excellent and the effect of decreased mass is noticeable in 1st and 2nd gears. Given the laws of physics, there must also be a benefit in the other gears but it is not as noticeable. Pedal effort is actually less than with the stock unit. Very smooth and easy feel to the clutch. Noise is not an issue. There is an occassional small vibration that I can feel but it's nothing that no one would notice if they didn't know the car. Again, just very, very, minor stuff. In all, an excellent upgrade. The usual disclaimer here: I'm just a satisfied customer with no ties to Rogue. Bill Molina 95 M3 >Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 13:12:08 -0800 >From: "Mark Kern" <markkern@cox.net> >Subject: Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch > >Just wondering if anyone has tried the Rogue Engineering Lightweight >Flywheel and Carbon Clutch combo yet? They claim that it virtually >eliminates flywheel chatter. > >I'm concerned mostly about the feel of the clutch in everyday driving. >When I go to sell the car, I don't want it to be difficult to drive >because of the clutch. Also, the noise should be minimal so as to not >turn off a potential buyer. > >Opinions? _________________________________________________________________ Help STOP SPAM with the new MSN 8 and get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail
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#5. Re: [E36M3] Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures - from Sue Kraft
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 07:55:10 -0600 From: Sue Kraft <suekraft@new.rr.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures Thanks, Ron. You are exactly right. I wasn't objecting to the signature block, but the billboard below it. Sue Ron Buchalski wrote: > If you look at the message that Suzy highlighted, you'll see that, in > addition to his James Clay's normal 'sig' block (mentioning Bimmerworld), he > also also been including an ad for DEC catalytic converters being on sale, > with free shipping. I've noticed the ad for several months (I'm in the > market for a catalytic converter). > > I think THIS is what Suzy is considering an ad. Other business-owning list > members (Ben Liaw, Josh McMurray, Steve D'Gerolamo, Rob Levinson, etc) > regularly include their business contact info in a sig block, and there have > been no objections. > > Ron Buchalski > BMWCCA #76387 > 1995 E36 M3 > 1993 E34 525iT > 1999 Mazda Miata
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#6. Stainless Brake Lines - from Dave Kelley
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 09:50:05 -0500 From: "Dave Kelley" <d.kelley@usa.net> Subject: Stainless Brake Lines Speaking of stainless brake lines, can you guys recommend the best type and source/price for stainless/teflon brake lines? I've seen them all over for $100 or so, but wonder if some are better than others. This is turning into a 90% track car, so I might as well change out the brake lines. Dave Kelley 98 M3/4 > Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2002 19:52:30 -0800 (PST) > From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: [E36M3] Brake line PART# needed > > 34 32 6 755 550 > > Chester > > --- Chris Conner <chris@digital7.com> wrote: > > driver's side rear brake line > > the metal line with bracket that attaches to the rear > > suspension goes inbetween the two stock rubber lines. >
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#7. Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 10:21:42 -0500 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch Mark asks > > Just wondering if anyone has tried the Rogue Engineering Lightweight > Flywheel and Carbon Clutch combo yet? They claim that it virtually > eliminates flywheel chatter. I hope there isn't any flywheel chatter?!? I don't believe that is an issue with any of the lightweight flywheels out there. Maybe your thinking of the tranny rattle which results from the lightweight single mass flywheels since less vibration is dampened and the tranny gears rattle at low rpms due to tranny gear backlash. The engine rpm varies slightly within a revolution as the cylinders fire which causes the crank to speed up and slow down 3 times per revolution (in our straight sixes). The side connected to the engine speeds up and down with the engine, the output side gets kicked faster and slower. The backlash in the gears causes the rattling. A dual mass flywheel adds a spring and mass in between the engine and transmission that damps this naturally occurring vibration. At high rpm, everything smoothes out due to rotational inertia (thanks to Gary D for the education on this one). Chris says > > I have that setup, and I am very happy. > It actually feels *much* nicer than stock. It has > I have that setup, and I am very happy. > a smoother engagement, and for some reason, it > seems less likely to stall than with the stock clutch. That is odd and the opposite effect you should get with a lighter flywheel. Possibly your old clutch was shot and the feel of the new clutch more than compensates for the lighter flywheel. Otherwise, a heavier flywheel will result in a smoother engagement and less likelihood to stall. I know when I installed a new throw out bearing (with the old clutch) on my old 1989 325is, the feel of the clutch was 100% better than before and very smooth. Much more feel was obtained just from a new throw out bearing. > I have > heard other aluminum units on other M3's that > were very noisy and rattled like marbles in a tin > can at idle, but this is very quiet, and you only > here some light noise on occasion at idle. No rattle > type noise at all with the clutch engaged. Actually, isn't your clutch engaged when your foot is off the clutch. Therefore, the tranny rattle is most likely noticeable when the clutch is engaged while in neutral. No tranny rattle is probably noticeable when the clutch is disengaged (when your foot depresses the clutch pedal to the floor) while in neutral as the engine output shaft is not connected to the tranny. No rattle is noticeable or perceptible when in gear and the clutch is engaged due to the rotational inertia. Regards, Rich
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#8. Re: [E36M3] Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch - from Chester Wong
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 07:37:42 -0800 (PST) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Rogue Engineering Lightweight Flywheel and Clutch > Chris says > > > I have that setup, and I am very happy. > > It actually feels *much* nicer than stock. It has > > I have that setup, and I am very happy. > > a smoother engagement, and for some reason, it > > seems less likely to stall than with the stock clutch. > > That is odd and the opposite effect you should get with a lighter flywheel. > Possibly your old clutch was shot and the feel of the new clutch more than > compensates for the lighter flywheel. Otherwise, a heavier flywheel will > result in a smoother engagement and less likelihood to stall. I know when I > installed a new throw out bearing (with the old clutch) on my old 1989 325is, > the feel of the clutch was 100% better than before and very smooth. Much > more feel was obtained just from a new throw out bearing. BINGO! Everyone saying that the clutch is lighter or feels smoother is just noticing fresh/clean parts which have been lubed (if done properly). People feeling the car was jerky and not as smooth while engaging the clutch have probably noticed this because the OE dual mass sucks. The dampening material between the crank side and clutch disc side parts loosens up and when you have it as soon as the clutch is slightly engaged, the outer perimeter (clutch side) accelerates quickly and then hits the stop. A new or fresh dual mass has better dampening properties that resist this effect. Chester =====
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#9. Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures - from Burgess, Kim L
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 09:50:03 -0800 From: "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@boeing.com> Subject: Re: Personal/Commercial Signatures I concur with Mel Myers - "I agree with all Dave and the others, I prefer to see people's signatures included with the emails." And if that happens to include a link to a site that support our habit - that is a good thing! IMHO, James has always presented himself in a most professional manor. Thanks Kim L Burgess
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#10. Re: [E36M3] Stainless Brake Lines - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2002 10:24:40 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Stainless Brake Lines At 06:57 AM 11/26/02, Dave Kelley wrote: >Speaking of stainless brake lines, can you guys recommend the best >type and source/price for stainless/teflon brake lines? I've seen them >all over for $100 or so, but wonder if some are better than others. This >is turning into a 90% track car, so I might as well change out the brake >lines. I'd recommend the Fisher lines from Steve D'G at The Ultimate Garage. Good quality, fit perfect. I've had a set on my car for about 3 years. Cheers, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 1993 325is #44 KP, no, wait, JP...and A5...and maybe ITE?