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#1. MRoadster/Z3 Accessories/Parts for Sale - from Christopher Osborne
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 03:39:01 -0800 (PST) From: Christopher Osborne <superleggera1@yahoo.com> Subject: MRoadster/Z3 Accessories/Parts for Sale Please post in next issue of publication: Mroadster parts Bootsaver $20, trunk mat $37.5, wind deflector $100, floor mats $55, Mlicense frame $23.5, clear side lamps (pair) $30, tonneau $48, armrest $45, hat $12, headlamp switch $26, clutch stop button $2, shift lever $45, illuminated shift knob $90, belt pads (pair) $20, wiper inserts (pair) $11. Chris: 703 597 1960; superleggera1@yahoo.com (VA) Thank you...Chris Osborne BMWCCA #92573 --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - File online, calculators, forms, and more
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#2. 2 quick questions - from David Hogg
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 06:41:36 -0500 From: "David Hogg" <springwood@blazenet.net> Subject: 2 quick questions Steve asks: "1) Is there a significant probability that what sounds like low register road noise while coasting to a stop in neutral could be one or more wheel bearings going out?" Yes. "2) Are increasingly noisy hydraulic lifters (they quiet down after the engine is nice and warm) something that could be considered a wear item (at this mileage) and would bear replacement if I ever get around to putting Schricks in?" Good question. Some of this noise is normal on startup, but I'll await the experts' answers. Dave Hogg
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#3. RE: Track Tire Question - from Ahmad Lutfeali
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 09:09:56 -0500 From: "Ahmad Lutfeali" <m3_racer99@hotmail.com> Subject: RE: Track Tire Question Don, I would go with the V700 (haven't used them but have heard good stuff about them). The previous Victor Racers really held up well, but needed shaving (grooves were too big and would squirrel around). V700 don't require shaving (unless you are competing). Heat cycling recommended. I have used 3 sets of Yoko 032Rs and quite frankly don't consider them a track tire. The sidewall on the Yoko is stiff, provides good response but lacks the ultimate grip. After a few laps they tend to lose a bit of consistency as well. No need to shave these. Recommend heat cycling. Why do I use them? Because I am not time trialing and can slap them on a day before track event (drive to and from the track). In the past I have used them as a dual purpose summer/track tire (Beware: They are really loud on the street). Reasonable tire wear. Ahmad 98 M3/2 Atlanta I am looking at SSR comps and a set of R compound tires. The tirerack has Kumho V700 and Yok A0326 in the proper size. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Also, do both of these need to be shaved and heat cycled prior to use on the track? Don 95M3
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#4. RE: Track tires - from Paragonloan@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 10:12:38 EST From: Paragonloan@aol.com Subject: RE: Track tires it all depends on what you are trying to accomplish. auto X or track? lapping days or time trials? if you are just doing lapping days the Yoko will be fine. It will not be as grippy as the Kumho but will last longer. If money is not the object and you want a great tire get the Toyo RA1 and get it shaved! it is made in a 235/40/17 and I love it for its ability to accept multiple heat cycles (but a set of 4 will set you back $800) and still grip as well as the Kumho (not as well as a hoosier but thats another story) Brian Jacobs 97 M3
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#5. RE: [E36M3] Track tire questions - from Mel Silva
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 10:29:36 -0600 From: "Mel Silva" <melsilva@mindspring.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Track tire questions Don, I have used both the V700 and the A032's and would say that for both, I had Tire Rack heat cycle them for me before delivery and had neither of the shaved. I never experienced tread squirm on either tire so I think I can continue to recommend heat cycling only. As far as the specific tires you mentioned, my opinion is that the A032's make a great "rain tire" and the V700 make a great dry tire. Using either tire for the other use is a compromise. Not that A032's are terrible dry tires but the V700's are significantly better. I still miss the old BFG R1's :-( Mel -----Original Message----- From: Don Chaney [mailto:chaneydon@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, March 31, 2003 8:22 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Track tire questions Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 20:12:18 -0600 From: "Don Chaney" <chaneydon@hotmail.com> Subject: Track tire questions I am looking at SSR comps and a set of R compound tires. The tirerack has Kumho V700 and Yok A0326 in the proper size. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Also, do both of these need to be shaved and heat cycled prior to use on the track? Don 95M3 ************************************************* 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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#6. Re: [E36M3] Track tire questions - from mike
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 12:05:24 -0500 From: "mike" <95m3ltw@charter.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Track tire questions Just a bit more information. For some reason, the O32 have been mentioned as a rain tire. I have used them, several other racers have used them as rain tires. They do not work well in the dry and they are even worse in the wet. When compared directly to the Old Kumho victoracer, Dry, Kumho is about 2 secs faster at kershaw Wet, Kumho 10-20 secs faster lol, due to the fact that a full tread Victoracer will not hydroplane through standing water like the O32 did. Several racers were using them for Wets, came in and put their Race tires back on, even after avoiding standing water, driving a different line etc, they were much faster. I have pics of lifting the front drivers side tire about 3 inches off the pavement at kershaw in the RAIN, while a M3 behind me on 032 that I just passed is sliding off the track with no grip. The A032 may work for some, but in my personal experience and others who have been extremely successful in racing E-36 M3s, they do not make a decent track tire for the M3. Now for a first R compound tire, A032s do make a decent stepping stone to the R compound level, just do be mis informed into thinking they are much better than a street tire. Both Michelin Pilots and Pirelli P7000 actually offer more grip and faster lap times but do not hold up after a few laps at speed when compared to the A032. Mike Have spent a few pennies on many different tires ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mel Silva" <melsilva@mindspring.com> To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> Sent: Tuesday, April 01, 2003 11:32 AM Subject: RE: [E36M3] Track tire questions > Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 10:29:36 -0600 > From: "Mel Silva" <melsilva@mindspring.com> > Subject: RE: [E36M3] Track tire questions > > Don, > I have used both the V700 and the A032's and would say that for both, I had > Tire Rack heat cycle them for me before delivery and had neither of the > shaved. I never experienced tread squirm on either tire so I think I can > continue to recommend heat cycling only. As far as the specific tires you > mentioned, my opinion is that the A032's make a great "rain tire" and the > V700 make a great dry tire. Using either tire for the other use is a > compromise. Not that A032's are terrible dry tires but the V700's are > significantly better. I still miss the old BFG R1's :-( > > Mel > > -----Original Message----- > From: Don Chaney [mailto:chaneydon@hotmail.com] > Sent: Monday, March 31, 2003 8:22 PM > To: E36M3 > Subject: [E36M3] Track tire questions > > > Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 20:12:18 -0600 > From: "Don Chaney" <chaneydon@hotmail.com> > Subject: Track tire questions > > I am looking at SSR comps and a set of R compound tires. The tirerack has > Kumho V700 and Yok A0326 in the proper size. Any recommendations would be > appreciated. Also, do both of these need to be shaved and heat cycled prior > to use on the track? > > Don > 95M3 > > > ************************************************* > 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 > ************************************************* > > > > > > ************************************************* > 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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#7. Re: [E36M3] Bad CD Holder? - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Tue, 01 Apr 2003 06:35:58 -0800 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@cdsnet.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Bad CD Holder? The factory changer is made by Alpine. If none of the previously mentioned tricks work, find a car audio repair tech who can take a look at it. Our tech retrieves CDs from them all the time. He also works on them when they are out of warranty. Jay At 02:02 PM 3/31/03 -0600, you wrote: >Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 11:57:27 -0800 >From: "david tow" <david_tow@hotmail.com> >Subject: Bad CD Holder? > >My OEM CD holder in the trunk (bought from the dealer and installed one year >after the purchase of the car) has taken my CD and refused to spit it back >out. Now it shows "disk error" and cannot play anymore. > >Should I replace it with a new one? Or have someone fix it? Any repair >store you know of? I'd never had a bad CD player before. > >I live in San Jose, California. Thanks! > >_________________________________________________________________ >MSN 8 with e-mail virus protection service: 2 months FREE* >http://join.msn.com/?page=features/virus > > > >************************************************* >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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#8. Re: [E36M3] Track tire questions - from Scott Yu
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 09:55:57 -0800 (PST) From: Scott Yu <segascott@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Track tire questions --- mike <95m3ltw@charter.net> wrote: > Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 12:05:24 -0500 > From: "mike" <95m3ltw@charter.net> > Subject: Re: [E36M3] Track tire questions {some text snipped} > ...they were much faster. I have pics of lifting the > front drivers side tire > about 3 inches off the pavement at kershaw in the > RAIN, while a M3 behind me > on 032 that I just passed is sliding off the track > with no grip. We want to see the pics! :) Seriously, that sounds like a fun pic. __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - File online, calculators, forms, and more http://platinum.yahoo.com
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#9. Re: Radiator about to go? - from James Clay
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 13:11:02 -0500 From: "James Clay" <james@bimmerworld.com> Subject: Re: Radiator about to go? Keith writes: >I've been reading all the recent posts on replacing radiators and am concerned that mine might be on its way out. Is there a telltale sign the upper hose mount is about to go? Unfortunately the usual sign is the neck breaks off in an inopportune moment. Preventative maintenance - you don't get max life out of the parts, but well worth the slight extra expense, if there is any after the hassle of being stranded. James Clay http://www.bimmerworld.com Engineered BMW Performance 540.639.9648
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#10. RE: [E36M3] Re: Radiator about to go? - from Dames, Mark
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Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 10:41:04 -0800 From: "Dames, Mark" <Mark.Dames@PDO.Co.Santa-Clara.CA.US> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Re: Radiator about to go? I understand that BMW racers use a preventive re-inforcement on the radiator neck. Basically the radiator neck breaks because of the engine rotating against the engine mounts during acceleration and pulling on the radiator neck. This seems to be confirmed by the fact that the upper radiator hose connection breaks, not the lower one. They take a piece of aluminum sleeve, slightly smaller that the inside diameter of the radiator neck and glue it in the neck with JB Weld. The sleeve is supposed to be slightly longer than the neck so that it portrudes slightly into the radiator. This reinforces the neck, which is subject to the majority of the stress when the radiator hose pulls on it. mark. -----Original Message----- From: James Clay [mailto:james@bimmerworld.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 01, 2003 10:12 AM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Re: Radiator about to go? Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2003 13:11:02 -0500 From: "James Clay" <james@bimmerworld.com> Subject: Re: Radiator about to go? Keith writes: >I've been reading all the recent posts on replacing radiators and am concerned that mine might be on its way out. Is there a telltale sign the upper hose mount is about to go? Unfortunately the usual sign is the neck breaks off in an inopportune moment. Preventative maintenance - you don't get max life out of the parts, but well worth the slight extra expense, if there is any after the hassle of being stranded. James Clay http://www.bimmerworld.com Engineered BMW Performance 540.639.9648 ************************************************* 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 *************************************************