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#1. Re: [E36M3] that special tool for fan removal - from Ron Katona
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Date: Sun, 05 Jan 2003 12:07:52 -0500 From: Ron Katona <rkatona@cox.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] that special tool for fan removal Ok... I'll play the role of Sammy Safety. What if you run into that one fan clutch that's buggered up and doesn't spin freely? What if a loose piece of clothing gets caught up in the blades and pulls your hand into the belts? The thing is, you only have to get one thread started, then remove your hands from the engine bay entirely, start the engine, and it will spin on the rest of the way. So why risk this shortcut to save a couple of minutes of trying to get the nut started? Most of the times I couldn't get that nut started I was turning it the wrong way. If you remember it's reverse threaded, it usually cooperates after a few tries. Yes, I know you already know all this, and I admit I've thought about doing it this way myself, but always thought better of it. -- Ron Katona Lowell Seaton wrote: > alex.fadeev@verizon.com writes: > > > <Do the following at your own risk> > > During installation, have a helper turn the engine over as you hold the > > fan and press it against the water pump. Once it catches, let go and get > > your hands away from the spinning fan blades. Or tell the helper to either > > kill the engine after a few revolutions or pull the fuel pump fuse to keep > > it from starting. If the fan clutch is cold, the blades will free wheel on > > the clutch, but I still prefer to get my hands out as soon as possible. > > > > alex f > > > > Believe me, this is how Alex installs BMW fans. First time I saw him was > when he helped me replace the water pump on my M3. He volunteered to hold > the fan while I cranked the engine. I did make him sign a waiver (while he > still had hands!) that he wouldn't sue me. But believe it or not, this works > slick as a whistle. I've since done it a couple of times. I'll bet you > won't find this methodology in Bentley's!
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#2. RE: [E36M3] Exhaust header to cat connection -- stud part number? - from Jeremy Warfield
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 14:52:06 -0500 From: "Jeremy Warfield" <jww95@earthlink.net> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Exhaust header to cat connection -- stud part number? >>>I'm trying to find the part number for the 6-studs that connect the >>>exhaust header to the catalytic converter section of the exhaust If you have a '95, they are M10 studs part# 11.62.1.708.999. The matching nuts are part# 18.30.1.737.774 I just picked up this hardware from the dealer since I'm pulling the cat pipe down to replace the flex disc. They had to order 4 of the 6 studs, but the price was only $1.22 ea. J-
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#3. Re:Bilstein Sports and Zimmermans, and PBR's - from Michael Kelley
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 14:57:12 -0500 From: "Michael Kelley" <mkelley@nc.rr.com> Subject: Re:Bilstein Sports and Zimmermans, and PBR's You'll find all 3 items at Zygmunt http://www.bimmerparts.com The Zimmermans ($114/pair rear, $116/pair front) and Bilsteins (M3 front and rear set, $533 w/.free shipping).) are found under Specials...see left side of main page, and the PBR's can be found in the parts catalog by looking up year, model, etc.. Mike 98M3C > Date: Sat, 4 Jan 2003 21:02:34 -0800 (PST) > From: Daniel <m3_driver@yahoo.com> > Subject: Bilstein Sports and Zimmermans > > Where is the best place to order Bilstein Sports and > Zimmerman crossed drilled rotors and PBR brake pads??? > > Thanks
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#4. Zimmermans - from K Quistorff
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 15:08:53 -0500 From: "K Quistorff" <kqkq@nc.rr.com> Subject: Zimmermans Best price I've seen on Zimmerman cross drilled rotors is $108/pr for rear and $116/pr for front. If interested, click on "Specials" at http://www.bimmerparts.com/. I've never ordered from Bimmerparts.com, and this is not an endorsement. They also seem to have the best price on E36 OEM radiators - $125. BTW, I've never heard of any real advantage to cross drilled rotors, and they are generally not recommended for track use due to tendency to cracking. Keith Quistorff 1996 M3 Cary, NC -----Original Message----- Date: Sat, 4 Jan 2003 21:02:34 -0800 (PST) From: Daniel <m3_driver@yahoo.com> Subject: Bilstein Sports and Zimmermans Where is the best place to order Bilstein Sports and Zimmerman crossed drilled rotors and PBR brake pads???
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#5. Aluminum t-stat housing on sale at bimmerparts... - from DocWyte
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 13:37:49 -0800 (PST) From: DocWyte <josh_wyte@yahoo.com> Subject: Aluminum t-stat housing on sale at bimmerparts... Just to let you guys know, this part is on sale at bimmerparts for $20 right now. Going to order one. How hard of a job is the install? -josh ===== Josh Wyte Momentum Motorsports 508-833-3024 After 5 pm EST __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com
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#6. Re: Zimmermans - from Daniel
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 14:35:51 -0800 (PST) From: Daniel <m3_driver@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Zimmermans My understanding about the Zimmermans are that the holes are 'cast' into the rotor and not typically drilled like many others Also, the car does not see anything but street service and so I thought it would be nice to have some eye candy :) Thanks! Dan --- K Quistorff <kqkq@nc.rr.com> wrote: > Best price I've seen on Zimmerman cross drilled > rotors is $108/pr for rear > and $116/pr for front. If interested, click on > "Specials" at > http://www.bimmerparts.com/. I've never ordered > from Bimmerparts.com, and > this is not an endorsement. They also seem to have > the best price on E36 > OEM radiators - $125. BTW, I've never heard of any > real advantage to cross > drilled rotors, and they are generally not > recommended for track use due to > tendency to cracking. > > Keith Quistorff > 1996 M3 > Cary, NC > > -----Original Message----- > Date: Sat, 4 Jan 2003 21:02:34 -0800 (PST) > From: Daniel <m3_driver@yahoo.com> > Subject: Bilstein Sports and Zimmermans > > Where is the best place to order Bilstein Sports and > Zimmerman crossed drilled rotors and PBR brake > pads??? > __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com
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#7. Driver's Ed & Insurance - from dholeman
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 18:24:36 -0500 From: "dholeman" <dholeman@racepad.com> Subject: Driver's Ed & Insurance Yes, Here in MA we are screwed. I want to point out that everyone is worried about their car being covered. That is the least of your worries. Say you crack up your car during a DE session and you injure your instructor. Lets say debris from your car injures a spectator. Guess who pays - you. You are looking at medical bills and basically unlimited liability. Forget the car this is the real risk. If you think your umbrella policy will cover you you might need to take a close look. Many times exclusions in your other policies (car & home) carry over. BMWCCA insures DE events but gets liability insurance that protects the club but not the participants. SCCA gets better coverage for its events and offers some medical and liability coverage (after your coverage). Details can be found on that at www.scca.org I sure wish that BMWCCA would look to extend coverage for medical and liability like the SCCA does. David
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#8. FS: 1998 M3 Orlando, Fl - from Shelhart2@aol.com
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 18:22:13 EST From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: FS: 1998 M3 Orlando, Fl Happy New Year to all. It has finally come to the point to where I need 4 doors. We have 3 children in stair step fashion (2,3,4) and the minivan alone isn't cutting it. The kids have seen the inside only 3x and I'm afraid I can't fend them off any longer. I've looked into a 540 or E320 sport as a replacement. I'm not excited about parting with it. Specs: 1998 M3 Coupe Florida car from purchase 2nd owner (last 3 years from 30k miles) 67,500 miles Techno Violet with Gray leather 8.5+ on a scale of 1-10 (I'm picky) All options (including sunroof, lighted shift knob, Harmon Kardon, CD Changer and rear factory wing) Aftermarket: 2002 - New BBS RC's (17X8) with Kuhmo's (235's all around) 2000 - Dinan intake, chip and stainless exhaust 2001 - Fischer stainless brake lines (front and rear) 2001 - X brace 2001 - JTD underpanel 2001 - JTD front strut tower brace 2002 - Brembo cross drilled rotors on front (for looks) 2002 - UUC aluminum pedal kit 2002 - Rogue Engineering short shift kit Tinted windows (came with the car) Pics at: <A HREF="http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/shel_hart/vwp?.dir=/BMW&.src=ph&.dnm=BMW+drivers+side.jpg&.view=t&.done=http%3a//photos.yahoo.com/bc/shel_hart/lst%3f%26.dir=/BMW%26.src=ph%26.view=t">http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/shel_hart/vwp?.dir=/BMW&.src=ph& ..dnm=BMW+drivers+side.jpg&.view=t&.done=http%3a//photos.yahoo.com/bc/she l_hart/lst%3f%26.dir=/BMW%26.src=ph%26.view=t</A> The car has only seen one drivers school at Sebring in its life. It is garaged at home & work. No paint / touch up work. Zymol on exterior and Leatherique on leather. 60k service done. Wouldn't hurt to upgrade shocks... Dealer did Dinan installation and has done fluid changes regularly (antifreeze, brake, etc.). Mobil 1 every 3k, Super Blue for brakes, synthetic transmission fluid (dealer). I'd like to get $25.5k for it unless someone doesn't want the mods. I have all stock parts sans exhaust and rims (have a set of 17X8 Momo Sports as well). Please email privately. Additional pics can be forwarded (my camera ran out of battery today). Thanks for the bandwidth. Shel Hart 813.727.0129 Cell
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#9. Optima Battery? - from bs
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Date: Sun, 05 Jan 2003 19:20:33 -0500 From: bs <m3bs@comcast.net> Subject: Optima Battery? Any of you track junkies put an Optima in your M3? My 3/94 vintage battery is finally giving out. I figure with my new suspension, the extra vibration tolerance might be a good thing. The Optima series 34 (the largest available) is 2-1/4" shorter in length, and about an inch taller in height. Is it simply a matter of fabricating a plate to clamp the rear of the battery? I don't need the battery cover, so height is not a problem. Will the positive cable reach the teminal without modification? I searched the archives, but didn't come up with anything.
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#10. Re: [E36M3] Aluminum t-stat housing on sale at bimmerparts... - from Chris Teague
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 16:37:46 -0800 From: "Chris Teague" <cteague@cox.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Aluminum t-stat housing on sale at bimmerparts... Josh, I have been very pleased with past purchases from bimmerparts. I have thier aluminum housing, and the install is very easy if you don't mind the mess of coolant everywhere. I was doing the radiator, water pump, thermostat all at the same time. Nothing tricky about the housing to install. It comes with a new gasket, and if you get a new thermostat, it has the other gasket. No sealant necessary. Chris 97 M3/4 ----- Original Message ----- > Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 13:37:49 -0800 (PST) > From: DocWyte <josh_wyte@yahoo.com> > Subject: Aluminum t-stat housing on sale at bimmerparts... > > Just to let you guys know, this part is on sale at > bimmerparts for $20 right now. > > Going to order one. How hard of a job is the install? > > -josh >
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#11. Re: [E36M3] Re: Zimmermans - from Calvin Hare
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Date: Sun, 5 Jan 2003 19:43:12 -0500 From: "Calvin Hare" <cmhm3@cfl.rr.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Zimmermans Lot of talk about Zimmermans lately. . . thought I'd share my experience. . Have had a set on my car for about six months and they're coming off next week. First of all they rusted immediately. . . after the first wash. . . everything except the actual contact area is now thick rust (so much for eye candy). Secondly, the fronts are warped after only six months of everyday street driving. . . no track, no autocross or anything even remotely extreme. Very disappointing and a waste of money IMHO. Just my $0.02 Calvin Hare '96 M3