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#1. Re: [E36M3] Non "M" Replacement calipers - from Mark Dadgar
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 10:57:30 -0700 From: Mark Dadgar <mark@pdc-racing.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Non "M" Replacement calipers Geof McLaughlin at gfmiiilist@attbi.com wrote: >> I just installed new calipers on my wife's E36 M3/4, and the replacements >> I bought were matching ate >> units, though the spot where the ///M logo is on the stock units was >> glazed over in some way. >> >> Are these seconds? or ore they simply not stock, on the car calipers? > > Not seconds, merely OEM replacement calipers. In other words, not directly > from BMW but from the manufacturer (ATE) who supplies BMW. > >> Any implications? > > Yes, you will not be able to brake as well without the "///M" logo. LOL. ;-) I hear the ///M logo is good for 3 seconds a lap. But the Type R logo is good for 5. - Mark -- mark@pdc-racing.net
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#2. Need E36 M3 EURO airbox - from AVUSM3@aol.com
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 15:23:24 EDT From: AVUSM3@aol.com Subject: Need E36 M3 EURO airbox Does anyone have an E36 M3 Euro airbox they are looking to clean out of their garage? If so please contact me directly - avusm3@aol.com (603) 292-5500 Thanks, John Cloutier
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#3. RE: What's procedure to disassemble caliper piston using air? - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 16:20:19 -0400 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: RE: What's procedure to disassemble caliper piston using air? > If you're interested, there's good caliper rebuild info here: > http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=21842 I read through that thread quickly and found it to be pretty good. But, I would only add that the use of brake fluid as the only "lubricant" for installing the piston is a bad idea. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, therefore, it attracts moisture which is bad for the seals and the piston. Instead, try to find some Ate brake piston (rebuild) paste or use some type of high quality grease that is safe for rubber seals and heat resistant. Greases that may meet these requirements might be Red Line CV-2 Wheel Bearing Grease or Dow Corning 111 grease (although I have not tested their rubber seal compatibility myself, I have heard that they would be fine from others). I use the Ate grease and it works exactly as intended (although I have used the other ones I mentioned until I got the Ate grease). I lube up the piston and the caliper bore really well with it along with the seals and they go together great and should have good long term durability to prevent rust and corrosion. I am able to reassemble the calipers by hand if I do everything right and don't need a piston press or vice. I did some E46 calipers recently this way and I could push the pistons in by hand which gives you a great feel for what you are doing and avoids problems. Another tip, use a ScotchBrite pad (fine) to polish up the pistons before reinstallation. This works well and also avoids issues that steel wool might cause. Best regards, Rich
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#4. Rendezvous - from carl sewell
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 16:50:34 -0400 From: "carl sewell" <jzy308@adelphia.net> Subject: "Rendezvous" Pls excuse the multi post. I wonder if any of you have gotten the "Rendezvous" DVD from Spirit Level in the UK. I was assured that it was compatible w/NTSC but the one I got made a "no disk". I was told probably because it is coded for some region other than the US (region 1?). Before I send it back I wld like some more info. Incidentally, I have the video tape: fantastic and I eagerly await a restored DVD version. many thanks Carl Sewell Charlottesville VA e36 M3/4 CCA 151298
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#5. RE: Oil pump nut/pan - from Burgess, Kim L
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 14:43:51 -0700 From: "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@boeing.com> Subject: RE: Oil pump nut/pan Chris - Can you accomplish this in the driveway on jack stands, or did you use a rack? Kim Burgess Chris wrote: "I will take some photos during reassembly, including the safety wiring. I will also do a write-up ASAP."
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#6. Re: [E36M3] Rendezvous - from Jason Bishop
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 14:56:38 -0700 (PDT) From: Jason Bishop <jason@doomba.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Rendezvous woohoo. finally out on dvd? i gotta get me a copy. can you send the site you ordered from? if you have a ps2 you could try it in that. ps2 makes distinction between region and ntsc/pal. most probably its region 2 and pal if it won't play. (there are players on the market which will play either ntsc or pal dvd's from any region onto either a pal or ntsc tv. quite handy). Jason On Fri, 13 Jun 2003, carl sewell wrote: > Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 16:50:34 -0400 > From: "carl sewell" <jzy308@adelphia.net> > Subject: "Rendezvous" > > Pls excuse the multi post. I wonder if any of you have gotten the > "Rendezvous" DVD from Spirit Level in the UK. I was assured that it was > compatible w/NTSC but the one I got made a "no disk". I was told probably > because it is coded for some region other than the US (region 1?). Before I > send it back I wld like some more info. Incidentally, I have the video tape: > fantastic and I eagerly await a restored DVD version. > many thanks > Carl Sewell > Charlottesville VA > e36 M3/4 > CCA 151298 > > > > > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > Turner Motorsport http://www.turnermotorsport.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > >
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#7. Re: [E36M3] rusty rotor hats - from Shelhart2@aol.com
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Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 23:26:34 EDT From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] rusty rotor hats Mask them off and paint with high heat flat black (for barbeque grills). I've had them on the car for 1.5 years and still look good... Shel Hart
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#8. Re: [E36M3] RE: What's procedure to disassemble caliper piston - from Geof McLaughlin
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Date: Sat, 14 Jun 2003 08:30:32 -0400 From: Geof McLaughlin <gfmiiilist@attbi.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: What's procedure to disassemble caliper piston using air? At 12:40 PM 6/13/2003 -0500, BOOM,BILL (HP-Roseville,ex1) wrote: >If you're interested, there's good caliper rebuild info here: >http://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=21842 What I found of interest in the above link was the tip to use one of those portable 12V air compressors/inflators as the air delivery is much, much less than from a standard air compressor. So I just used my cordless Sears air compressor (http://tinyurl.com/eavc) and sure enough it worked and did not expel the piston with much force at all. Great idea! Geof
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#9. Is this corrosion on caliper piston bad? - from Geof McLaughlin
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Date: Sat, 14 Jun 2003 11:29:42 -0400 From: Geof McLaughlin <gfmiiilist@attbi.com> Subject: Is this corrosion on caliper piston bad? Does it matter if there is corrosion on a caliper piston that is on the outer face and on the sides above the dust boot? One of the pistons in my front brake calipers has this corrosion as seen in this picture...http://home.attbi.com/~gfmiii/Images/M3_Front_Caliper_Piston.jpg. The sides and bottom of the piston below the dust boot is in very good condition. Thanks. Geof
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#10. [E36M3] Urgent brake help needed - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Sun, 15 Jun 2003 12:52:47 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@cdsnet.net> Subject: [E36M3] Urgent brake help needed I need your help. '97 M3/2 I was flushing my brake fluid in preparation for a DE next Friday. Complete flush using Motul600. And, doing it manually by pumping the brake pedal. After doing the RR, LR and RF, while doing the LF, I completely lost the pedal. Goes to the floor repeatedly with little effort. Almost like there's a hole in the system. I did have the key in the ON position while doing the flush. Seems like Pierre Collet once said to do that. Any ideas? Have I screwed up the ABS? Could I have ruined the master cylinder by pumping it too many times? Thanks for any help. Jay (hoping for a miracle before Thursday)