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#1. Clutch R&R - from Dorffer, Rich
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Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 15:37:12 -0500 From: "Dorffer, Rich" <RDORFFER@CleIndians.com> Subject: Clutch R&R > It is about time to replace the clutch (almost 85k). Felt it slip slightly > under quick acceleration into 2nd and am hearing a little throw out bearing > noise. What is the recommended set up? Should I go with stock knowing that I > have the Dinan exahust, chip, Conforti intake, throttle body, etc? I want max > streetability but something to withstand an occassional auto X. Suggestions? Yes, this seems like the perfect time to upgrade your clutch to an E34 M5 clutch along with the UUC Motorwerks lightweight flywheel (Stage II if I recall correctly): www.uucmotorwerks.com I have it and highly recommend it. > I'll have the dealer replace so was also curious on the flat rate manual > charge. Does the dealer kit come with clutch, pressure plate and throw out > bearing? Clutch kits typically include the clutch, pressure plate and throw out bearing. Regards, Rich
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#2. Re:Oxygen sensor replacement - from cardinar@bellsouth.net
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Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 15:56:23 -0500 From: <cardinar@bellsouth.net> Subject: Re:Oxygen sensor replacement > >> > I have an early 95 with 135K miles and the original O2 sensor. I would like > > to replace this as part of preventive maintenance. I was told that there are > > actually two sensors, one before and one after the CAT. > > > > Should I replace both? > > Your OBD-I 95 has only one O2 sensor, mounted in the common exhaust before > it splits to the two cats. > > > Is there a less expensive option other than Bosch? > > Yes, you can buy generic sensors. However they won't have the correct leads > and connectors, which you would have to cut and splice from the original > sensor. This requires some care, since obviously the area near the sensor > gets extremely hot. > > Neil > 96 M3 - OBD-II with four O2 sensors Neil is correct. I would stick with the Bosch. I bought mine at bimmerworld.com a couple of months ago. OBD-II cars... 4x O2 sensors!$$$$ Glad I got my old '95er with only one.... :-) Rick '95 M3
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#3. Re: [E36M3] Driver door lock - from Greg Cagle
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Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 13:00:15 -0800 From: Greg Cagle <gregc@gregcagle.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Driver door lock Is it that the key won't trigger the power locks? I've had that happen on the passenger side in my 98. I took the door panel off and looked at it, and there's a small metal link that runs from the key lock mechanism to something else that had come loose. I never could quite figure out how to get the damn thing back in there given the space constraints; I imagine it would be easier to remove the door handle and work from that side if that is indeed the problem. - Greg Chester Wong wrote: > Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 11:54:15 -0800 (PST) > From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: [E36M3] Driver door lock > > Not too difficult to remove the door panel. There are three torx screws: one > under the SRS airbag cover and two under the covers behind the door pull. > Slide the door handle surround forward to remove it and the door panel can be > pulled off. You'll have to remove the membrane which is stuck on with gooey > butyl tape. Are you saying that you physically cannot turn the key clockwise? > > Chester > > > --- "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@BOEING.COM> wrote: > >>I have a 99 that the key no longer is able to lock the drivers door. All >>other (3 - ignition, passenger & trunk) locks work fine. The key will lock >>the drivers door no problem but will not turn clockwise to lock. >>Any experience out there? How difficult is it to remove a door panel that >>contains an airbag? > > > > ===== > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > ************************************************* > > > > -- Greg Cagle gregc at gregcagle dot com
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#4. Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R - from Greg Cagle
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Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 13:14:59 -0800 From: Greg Cagle <gregc@gregcagle.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R I thought the delay valve was new for the E46 - I've never heard of one on an E36 M3. Are you sure about this? - Greg JUSTIN GERRY wrote: > Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 14:49:00 -0500 > From: "JUSTIN GERRY" <JGERRY@butchers.com> > Subject: Re: Clutch R&R > > Have you removed your Clutch Delay Valve? > > Just curious, as it gives you all the symptoms of a worn/slipping > clutch. > > This applies to '96+ M3s only. > > -Justin -- Greg Cagle gregc at gregcagle dot com
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#5. Re: Mobil 1 - from daanesh chanduwadia
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Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 16:06:10 -0500 From: "daanesh chanduwadia" <daanesh@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Mobil 1 CR did a test of oils and oil change intervals a few years back on (admttedly high tolerance) NYC taxicab engines. they found no appreciable/measurable wear on the 6k change engines over the 3k engines... i've been following my SI since i started using lubromoly 5W40 (before i'd change due to temps, not dirt) but i do change the filter when the SI is about 1/2way through. then again i'm still at 72k on my 95... _________________________________________________________________ Browse styles for all ages, from the latest looks to cozy weekend wear at MSN Shopping. And check out the beauty products! http://shopping.msn.com
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#6. Re: [E36M3] Oil Testing labs - from MPower6008@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 16:24:12 EST From: MPower6008@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Oil Testing labs What's the purpose of testing engine oil? what can you do with that information? OK now you know that the oil contains too much of Iron or copper or any other metal, what are you going to do? stop driving? Changing the camshaft? rebuilding the engine? Or this is one of those type iof nformation that one doesn't need to know? If this type of info is useful, then why not testing the transmission oil? Or for that matter differential oil? what about the coolant? maybe the air in the tires need to be tested too. Please correct me If i'm wrong. Henry 96 M3
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#7. Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R - from Steve Tymoszuk
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Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 16:25:28 -0500 From: Steve Tymoszuk <steve.tymoszuk@tds.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R Yes, there is a clutch valve on the E36 M3. Checkout the tech section on the UUC Motorwerks site (www.uucmotorwerks.com). There is write up and diagrams about it. -Steve Greg Cagle wrote: > I thought the delay valve was new for the E46 - I've never > heard of one on an E36 M3. Are you sure about this? > >
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#8. Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R - from Greg Cagle
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Date: Mon, 08 Dec 2003 14:27:06 -0800 From: Greg Cagle <gregc@gregcagle.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R Hmph. Every day I learn something new 8^). Well, that sucker's gotta GO. Thanks! - Greg Steve Tymoszuk wrote: > Yes, there is a clutch valve on the E36 M3. Checkout the tech section on > the UUC Motorwerks site (www.uucmotorwerks.com). There is write up and > diagrams about it. > > -Steve > > Greg Cagle wrote: > >> I thought the delay valve was new for the E46 - I've never >> heard of one on an E36 M3. Are you sure about this? >> >> > > > -- Greg Cagle gregc at gregcagle dot com
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#9. RE: [E36M3] Emissions Results - from Chris Conner
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Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 19:26:16 -0500 From: "Chris Conner" <chris@digital7.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Emissions Results My receipt says DYNO emissions test, but I didn't actually watch them do it. I believe it may have been at idle. Chris -----Original Message----- From: Gerry Low [mailto:gerry@parallel-mkt.com] Sent: Monday, December 08, 2003 3:36 PM To: Chris Conner Subject: RE: [E36M3] Emissions Results Chris, Was your test performed on a dyno or at idle? The limits in Ontario are as follows: CO% .37, HC 67, and NO 501 on a dyno. My 3.0 litre Euro failed in Ontario but would pass your State or local test. Gerry Gerry Low PARALLEL Marketing Ltd. Email: gerry@parallel-mkt.com Phone: (416) 766-6454 -----Original Message----- From: Chris Conner [mailto:chris@digital7.com] Sent: Monday, December 08, 2003 3:13 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] Emissions Results Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 15:01:19 -0500 From: "Chris Conner" <chris@digital7.com> Subject: Emissions Results My yearly inspection was today. My 99 m3 has an s50 manifold, custom software, ecis intake, and ERT underdrive pulley. I passed with the following results. CO% x liters Limit: 1.1 Reading: 0.19 HC ppm x liters Limit: 275 Reading 196 NO ppm x liters Limit: 3600 Reading: 260 Overall a clean burning motor, even with the modifications! Does anyone else have results to compare? Chris ************************************************* 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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#10. Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R - from Shelhart2@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 8 Dec 2003 20:23:13 EST From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: Clutch R&R I'll give removal a shot over the weekend. Interesting! Thanks for the advice. Shel