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#1. RE: [E36M3] M3 query? - from Jamie Howton
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 11:09:14 -0500 From: "Jamie Howton" <jhowton@fotofab.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] M3 query? When the A/C is turned on the A/C compressor clutch engages which causes the engine to drive the compressor which uses some of the power that is normally available to drive the wheels. It's not a characteristic that is unique to M3's, any car with air conditioning will exhibit the same symptoms. A few well placed "Type R" stickers will solve this problem for you, they add at least 15HP each. Stick them directly on the A/C compressor so they only add the extra HP when the A/C is on, that way you won't lose control of the car because of all those extra "ponies". Jamie Howton 2002 330i 5 Spd Steel Blue Metallic SP 1995 M3 5 Spd Arctic Silver 1979 Porsche 928 5 Speed Opalmetallic
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#2. List Etiquette - Footers - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 12:38:13 -0400 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: List Etiquette - Footers This is a repeat since no one must have seen it the first time, but can some of you please cut some of the extraneous info from your posts, particularly the advertising footer. I got to "read" the footer five or more times the last couple of digests. Those of us in digest mode I know would appreciate it. Thanks in advance. Regards, Rich
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#3. suspension R&R - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 12:47:36 -0400 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: suspension R&R Bruce says > > I got my trackline kit from TC Kline over the past few days (not the best > buying experience, but I digress). Hmm, please elaborate as I think list members could benefit. I am curious as I recently bought my suspension from TC Kline and have almost all positive comments. I can't say the same about another vendor that I originally attempted to purchase my suspension from and gave me more run around, bad/contradictory information or just plain didn't answer my questions. Although I ended up not buying my suspension from the other vender, I still purchased other parts even with my trepidation (camber/caster plates and RTAB shims) it took forever to obtain those parts compared to their estimated delivery times. My TC Kline suspension was on my doorstep one day after ordering and everything was in order. It sat on a shelf for a couple of months while I waited for the other parts from the other vendor. Regards, Rich
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#4. RE: Need new race tires, opinions? - from BOOM,BILL (HP-Roseville,ex1)
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 13:27:09 -0400 From: "BOOM,BILL (HP-Roseville,ex1)" <bill.boom@hp.com> Subject: RE: Need new race tires, opinions? > > Another tire I've heard good things about are the Michlen > Pilot Sport > > Cup. It appears they wear well and have grip as good or > better than the > > RA-1. The down side is cost and limited sizes. > > > > Peter Fanning I run the MPSCs at the track and agree that they have good grip, wear, and consistency (much better than Kumho Victos on all counts.) But I find that it takes a lap or two for them to warm up... for that reason, they probably aren't well suited for autocross. - Bill
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#5. Re: [E36M3] suspension R&R - from gobuffs93@comcast.net
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 17:50:34 +0000 From: gobuffs93@comcast.net Subject: Re: [E36M3] suspension R&R I ordered the kit late Wednesday afternoon before July 4 (so July 2). I was told "Yeah we have that in stock it will go out tomorrow." I said "Great, can you email me the tracking numbers?" They say "Sure no problem." They say they will be to me early next week (like Tuesday). Monday they call and say "Those springs have been back ordered for months. Actually over a year." They ended up sending me some Vogtland springs that they said "Are better quality than the H&Rs". Yeah ok, but they just want to sell me some springs. The springs finally arrived Monday, shocks Tuesday...only a week later than they said. Not that big of a deal but when they said "Yes we have all that in stock and it will go out tomorrow".... I was also expecting something around $830 including shipping and it grew to $855. Now back to the original question... Bruce 95 M3 89 M3 2.5 > Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 12:47:36 -0400 > From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> > Subject: suspension R&R > > Bruce says > > > I got my trackline kit from TC Kline over the past few days (not the best > > buying experience, but I digress). > > Hmm, please elaborate as I think list members could benefit. > > I am curious as I recently bought my suspension from TC Kline and have almost > all positive comments. I can't say the same about another vendor that I > originally attempted to purchase my suspension from and gave me more run around, > bad/contradictory information or just plain didn't answer my questions. > Although I ended up not buying my suspension from the other vender, I still > purchased other parts even with my trepidation (camber/caster plates and RTAB > shims) it took forever to obtain those parts compared to their estimated > delivery times. > > My TC Kline suspension was on my doorstep one day after ordering and everything > was in order. It sat on a shelf for a couple of months while I waited for the > other parts from the other vendor. > > Regards, > > Rich > > > ************************************************* > 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 > ************************************************* > > > > This e-mail and any attachments may contain confidential and > privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, > please notify the sender immediately by return e-mail, delete this > e-mail and destroy any copies. Any dissemination or use of this > information by a person other than the intended recipient is > unauthorized and may be illegal.
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#6. Fuel Sender Part # ? - from Spencer Fong
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 12:15:54 -0700 From: Spencer Fong <sk99m3@attbi.com> Subject: Fuel Sender Part # ? Can someone tell me the part numbers for the right and left side fuel senders? Two years ago, one side was replaced and now the problem is back. Trying to decide if I should replace the other side or just do both sides. Thanks. -spencer 1999 M3
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#7. part number request - from Richard Dahlka
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 15:46:23 -0400 From: "Richard Dahlka" <rickd@swfla.rr.com> Subject: part number request Can anyone provide the PN for the O-ring that seals the crankcase ventilation hose fitting into the head cover?
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#8. Musings and UDPs - from Carl Stern
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 15:14:47 -0600 From: Carl Stern <Carl.Stern@xilinx.com> Subject: Musings and UDPs The myth of the differential ratio? 95 3.0 M3 vs. the 96+ 3.2 M3 My math says: 3.23 diff with a stock 245/40-17 tire is actually geared higher than 3.15 diff with a stock 235/40-17 tire. Am I missing something here? So if a 3.2 car feels torquier, it's because it is. UDPs How much hp does it take to drive a water pump and a power steering pump? Slowing down the rpms of the water pump must mean a slower flow of coolant through the engine. Wouldn't this reduce cooling? Is this ok at all temperatures and engine demands? If the water pump is redesigned to push the same amount of water at slower rpms, then the amount of work is the same and there shouldn't be any net gain. I know nothing about power steering pumps, but I guess the speed at which it turns is less critical since boost is maintained across all engine rpms. Is there a threshold below which it becomes ineffective? Is that below underdriven idle speeds? At Bandimere Speedway in Denver, my stock 95 at stock weight ran a 15.6 1/4 mile. (Yes, high altitude clearly takes its toll on power) I took it there when I got it for the heck of it. Cheaper and more fun than a dyno run. So how much time would that UDP set knock off? if a power mod doesn't translate to real world acceleration anyway than what good is it? I'm not a drag racer, I run at open track days and DEs like many of you. For that matter, how much will a JC chip, intake, euro HFM setup do for a 1/4 mile time? Anyone measured it? Carl Stern
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#9. FS: 98 M3 coupe Orlando, Fl - from Shelhart2@aol.com
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 21:21:10 EDT From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: FS: 98 M3 coupe Orlando, Fl After replacing tires, shocks and brake light switch this last month, I've decided to sell my M3. I've had it 3.5 years and it is an excellent car. There are no problems and the car is in excellent condition. I really need a larger vehicle with the kids. Please contact me privately if interested. I will put on Ebay over the weekend to see how things go. Specs: 1998 M3 Coupe Florida car from purchase 2nd owner (last 3 years from 30k miles) 76.8k highway miles Techno violet with Gray leather Non smoker and garage kept All options (including sunroof, lighted shift knob, Harmon Kardon, CD Changer and rear factory rear wing) Additions: 2002 - New BBS RC's (17X8's) - excellent condition 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 with Pagid pads 2002 - UUC aluminum pedal kit 2002 - Rogue Engineering short shift kit 4/2003 - Installed TC Kline Trackline kit (all 4 SA Koni struts and HR sport springs) 4/2003 - Installed new rear trailing arm bushings (aluminum) 6/2003 - Installed (4) new 235 40 17's Yokohama AS100's 6/2003 - Dealer replaced catalytic converter 7/2003 - Replaced brake light switch No paint / touch up work. Zymol on exterior and Leatherique for leather. Dealer Dinan install. Mobil 1 every 3k, Super Blue for brakes, synthetic transmission fluid (dealer). Regular maintenance on all else. All records and receipts. One drivers school in cars entire life. Only issue: Drivers window motor may need replaced (one touch feature stops half way up and need to hold button down - believe it is the hall sender). $22,500 Shel Hart Orlando, Fl 32837
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#10. What do I need to do to a 08/94 production.... - from SCOTT DOTY
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Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2003 21:35:12 -0400 From: SCOTT DOTY <sdoty@optonline.net> Subject: What do I need to do to a 08/94 production.... '95 M3 to update the suspension(RTAB or other, reinforce suspension pickup points, etc) to make it like the '96 and newer cars. Also, anything else you guys would do to make my 3-6 track days a year more enjoyable and not rip up the car(longevity stuff)? I had an E30M3 with lots of stuff done to the suspension and brakes and the motor to improve performance and longevity. Thanks, Scott