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#1. e46 trunk spoiler on an e36 - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 10:12:22 -0500 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: e46 trunk spoiler on an e36 Mo asks > > Has anyone seen the e46m3 trunk spoiler on an e36 sedan? Yes, some have done this as well as using the E39M5 spoiler. I believe there is some issue with the lengths of each on the coupe versus the sedan, I am sure someone here knows what it is. > Does this spoiler create any kind of down force on an e36? Not a chance in hell. The regular stock spoiler doesn't even create any down force. You have to go with the LTW style spoiler and then you have to exceed what, 100 mph or so, to create any effect. Regards, Rich 95 M3 - no spoiler 90 325is - little factory spoiler
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#2. Change in Front Camber - from David Foos
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 09:14:09 -0600 From: David Foos <David.Foos@prairiecomm.com> Subject: Change in Front Camber Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread! Once again, this list ROCKS because of the people who are willing to contribute. -Dave
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#3. Re: [E36M3] Front strut bar - from cteague@cox.net
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 12:18:29 -0500 From: <cteague@cox.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Front strut bar Mo, First, don't expect big improvements with a strut bar. The X-Brace is more effective. I have a 97, and have a UUC strut-barbarian. It looks very nice, is not hinged, and works with ACS. But it is no longer available. UUC has been claiming for several months now to have a new version that is more affordable coming out, but AFAIK, it's not yet available. There is also www.strongstrut.com , and http://www.jt-designs.com/ both of which are non-hinged designs like the BMW Motorsport Bar. Also, the Motorsport bar will fit if you remove the ACS throttle body. Some people do that to get more power anyway, since it is smaller that then actual throttle body. Chris 97 M3/4 > Dear All, > > I know that this has been discussed before, but I would like everyone's > opinion on a good front strut bar.. I have a 98, so I need a bar that works > on a car with ASC. > > Thanks > Mo
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#4. Slightly OT: Looking for an E39 - from Jay Pugay
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 09:34:43 -0800 (PST) From: Jay Pugay <jlafoi49@yahoo.com> Subject: Slightly OT: Looking for an E39 Hey all, Looking into a pre-owned 5 series, and am wondering about best model year (considering '99 and newer), known issues with the E39, recommended mods, etc. In other words: E39 info overload please! Checked out the usual Web sites (roadfly, uucdigest) Wondering if anyone can suggest other Web resources...maybe an M3 Digest clone for the E39? Wishful thinking? Thanks to all, Jay '95 M3 Lux...maybe for sale =( __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Shopping - Send Flowers for Valentine's Day http://shopping.yahoo.com
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#5. Re: E46M3 trunk spoiler on an E36 - from Boen168@aol.com
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 13:01:47 EST From: Boen168@aol.com Subject: Re: E46M3 trunk spoiler on an E36 I saw one installed on a '95 M3. Seemed like the trunk of the E36 is wider than the E46 leaving noticeable gaps at both ends. The E39M5 trunk spoiler, I was told, is wider but will require slight trimming at both ends to make it fit properly on an E36. I'm not sure as to any sort of "downforce" these will provide. Best, David '88 M3 '95 M3 In a message dated 2/12/03 5:56:22 AM Pacific Standard Time, e36m3@bmw-m.net writes: > Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2003 21:13:09 -0500 > From: Mo Karamat <karamatm@optonline.net> > Subject: e46 trunk spoiler on an e36 > > Dear All, > > Has anyone seen the e46m3 trunk spoiler on an e36 sedan? Does this > spoiler > create any kind of down force on an e36? I am thinking about putting one > on... > > Thoughts? > > Thanks > Mo > > > > >
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#6. Re: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 10:27:48 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools At 07:16 PM 2/11/03, m3ltw@msn.com wrote: >HOWEVER, I don't think anyone actually gives >priority, but they are just reserving the right to, if it ever became an >issue. Up until recently, it has been enforced. In past years some of the GGC schools had *waiting lists* of up to 100 students, especially the highly-sought-after schools at Laguna & Sears. With the economy in the toilet, it appears that there's less demand and some recent schools have been opened up to non-BMWs, including the upcoming school at Sears. Jim Bassett - who should probably go back to being a student, and request Dan as an instructor, after last weekend <grumblegrumble>
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#7. Re: Driver Education - from Ivan Chou
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 14:28:45 -0500 (EST) From: Ivan Chou <ichou@sdf.lonestar.org> Subject: Re: Driver Education "Joseph Bachman III" <josephbachman@hotmail.com> wrote: > I'm looking for a DE to attend where I can have some fun, practice my > skills, yet not abuse my nearly street queen car. Some friends and I > were planning on attending a Summit Point, "Friday at the Track" event, .... > Can anyone recommend some good DE events in the Baltimore-Washington > region that are open to all kinds of cars , are safe, and instructive? I > heard the Audi club runs a good one at VIR that I am considering. I Jay, If you are wary of the FATTs, you may want to try the events put on by NASA Virginia Region (www.nasaracing.net). NASA-VA is possibly less well-known, since they have only been here for several years. Still popular, though. NASA is going to be at VIR next weekend (but not me :(), using the full course. I am not aware of the FATT rumors, but I have driven my M3 at SP while instructed by a BSR instructor (Jerry, older gentleman). Neither BSR nor NASA instructors should "make" you go faster than is safe. I think with almost any organization, there is always the chance you have an inconsiderate speed demon in your group. The Audi events sound to be excellent. My friend is an avid track guy and active in the local chapter. Contact me off-list if you want me to put you in touch with him. They usually caravan to events from Rockville. Their events are a bit pricier than NASA. Each time I've been asked to go, I politely declined partially due to the cost. HTH, Ivan - '93 SE-R 114k, '95 M3 110k http://ichou.freeshell.org/se-r.html
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#8. My Car is Talking To Me - from Gcfuller@aol.com
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 18:04:29 -0500 From: Gcfuller@aol.com Subject: My Car is Talking To Me One other option. If you have an AutoZone close to you, they will read the code for FREE and give you the results. I just did this for a check engine light on my '97 540/6. As suspected, the test showed I had one oxygen sensor on bank one going out. They reset the light and it hasn't come back on. When I get a minute, I'm replacing all four of my o2 sensors, since I'm almost at 100K anyway. On that note, if anyone needs any oxygen sensors, contact me privately (gcfuller@mac.com). I have about 60 in various configurations I bought as a lot. I only need about 10 for my cars, so I'm selling the rest - cheap. All you have to do is connect the wires to the plug on your original o2 sensor. >Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2003 16:47:37 -0600 >From: Grant.Fairweather@abbott.com >Subject: Re: [E36M3] My Car is Talking To Me >>This AM my '98 M3's "check engine" light came on. >If you're not experiencing any driveability issues, >give your baby a good week to see if the light clears >itself. I've experienced this before, and after 5 or >so days the light has gone off. In fact, my CE light >is currently on (the second time in the past 2 mths). >In my case, if it's emissions related (which I don't know), >the CE light might be tripped a particular brand of >gas, by reformulated gas that's available in the Chicago >area during winter months, or a O2 sensor on it's way out. >Grant >Chicago >98 M3/4...powered by Dinan
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#9. RE: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools - from Dames, Mark
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 16:28:14 -0800 From: "Dames, Mark" <Mark.Dames@PDO.Co.Santa-Clara.CA.US> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools Re: chances of getting in, whether you should apply. Another thing to consider with the economy in the toilet is that Golden Gate Chapter must get close to 100 students to break even on the event. They hold a lottery about a month and a half prior to the event to determine who gets in IF there are more than 100 applicants prior to the lottery deadline. If they are opening it up to outside clubs now, it means they had less than 100 applicants and will take everyone who applies, regardless of type of car, on a first some first serve basis (assuming you meet certain experience requirements). mark. -----Original Message----- From: Jim Bassett [mailto:jimbassett@attbi.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2003 10:29 AM To: E36M3 Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 10:27:48 -0800 From: Jim Bassett <jimbassett@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools At 07:16 PM 2/11/03, m3ltw@msn.com wrote: >HOWEVER, I don't think anyone actually gives >priority, but they are just reserving the right to, if it ever became an >issue. Up until recently, it has been enforced. In past years some of the GGC schools had *waiting lists* of up to 100 students, especially the highly-sought-after schools at Laguna & Sears. With the economy in the toilet, it appears that there's less demand and some recent schools have been opened up to non-BMWs, including the upcoming school at Sears. Jim Bassett - who should probably go back to being a student, and request Dan as an instructor, after last weekend <grumblegrumble> ************************************************* Please help support the E36M3 list by visiting our sponsors: Taylor Autosport http://www.taylorautosport.com Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com BMW M3 Specialties http://www.jt-designs.com Bimmerworld http://www.bimmerworld.com DIGEST INFORMATION: http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm *************************************************
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#10. Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools - from m3ltw@msn.com
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Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2003 17:42:40 -0500 From: m3ltw@msn.com Subject: Re: non BMWs at CCA driver schools Jim Bassett said; > Up until recently, it has been enforced. In past years some of the GGC > schools had *waiting lists* of up to 100 students, especially the > highly-sought-after schools at Laguna & Sears. And yet people were there in non-BMWs? So, would they register under their BMW, and then switch due to "mechanical" issues? > Jim Bassett - who should probably go back to being a student, and request > Dan as an instructor, after last weekend <grumblegrumble> LOL!! But, it points out the BIG difference between learning to drive at a school, and learning to race. In that regard, I still have an awful lot to learn! The Sears Point (doh! Infineon) race just highlighted in my mind how different the "school" line can be from the fast race line! Turns 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 11 (hell, all of 'em) are very different and far more aggressive. My own coach/mechanic kept chastising me to stop being a student (or not to follow the idiot ahead who was driving the "school" line through 11)! I know I'm going fast when that little voice inside is saying, "oh sh*t, oh sh*t, oh sh*t, oh sh*t........oh yeah!" :-) Dan