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#1. RE: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question - from Graeme Weston-Lewis
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:51:50 -0600 From: "Graeme Weston-Lewis" <gweston@lsil.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question Tires, don't get me started on tires! Long story. I'll bore you to death over a beer sometime. The rolling tool is for the M rear fenders. I *might* get is back to Pete Tuesday. Then again, after the panty comment, maybe not... :) Graeme -----Original Message----- From: ajvdh1@comcast.net [mailto:ajvdh1@comcast.net] Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2004 2:27 PM To: E36M3 Subject: RE: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 20:20:05 +0000 From: ajvdh1@comcast.net Subject: RE: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question And in the Bahamas they drive American iron on the left side of the road. Makes passing interesting. - Alain PS: Hey Graeme, are you using the fender roller for the M3 or the Porsche with panties? If it's the former, what are you gonna be running for tires? -- "You can't buff out a tree." Jim Leithauser explains the advantages of autocross as a car-control training venue. > Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 07:49:29 -0600 > From: "Graeme Weston-Lewis" <gweston@lsil.com> > Subject: RE: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question > > -----Original Message----- > From: Paul Smith [mailto:Paul.Smith@ontariosystems.com] > Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2004 7:29 AM > To: E36M3 > Subject: [E36M3] Floating Rotor Question > > <snip> > >Am I coeerct in assuming the driver side is the left side? > >thanks again, > >Paul Smith > >1998 M/3/4/5 > > Everywhere except the UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Japan and a few > Carribean islands, the lsft side is indeed the > drivers side :) > > Graeme ************************************************* Please help support the E36M3 list by visiting our sponsors: Bimmerworld http://www.bimmerworld.com Turner Motorsport http://www.turnermotorsport.com Eurosport High Performance http://www.eurosporthighperformance.com Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com DIGEST INFORMATION: http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm *************************************************
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#2. Re: [E36M3] coolant drain plug at engine block - from arionatof@comcast.net
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 21:03:52 +0000 From: arionatof@comcast.net Subject: Re: [E36M3] coolant drain plug at engine block When I drained it, I used an adjustable wrench and just kind of "chip" it until it is loose. And then I got "showered." :( > Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 13:46:04 -0700 > From: "Tim Ng" <s14realm3@peachtreebmwcca.org> > Subject: coolant drain plug at engine block > > on a 96 M3, is there any tricks to drainning the coolant from the block? > The #1 O2 sensor is right in the way of the 19mm drain bolt. Do I have to > remove the O2 sensor first before I can get to the drain? > > Tim Ng > 95 BUZZNM3 > 92 325ic M-Technic > 91 M3 street car > 88 M3/2.5 track car > PROJECT CARs: > 90 325ica > 90 535ia > 92 525ia > tow rig- Chevy Avalanche > my web page: > http://groups.msn.com/M3stuff/pictures > > > > > > ************************************************* > Please help support the E36M3 list by visiting our sponsors: > > Bimmerworld http://www.bimmerworld.com > Turner Motorsport http://www.turnermotorsport.com > Eurosport High Performance http://www.eurosporthighperformance.com > Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > >
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#3. Re: Pilot Sport 2 - from JUSTIN GERRY
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 17:03:04 -0400 From: "JUSTIN GERRY" <JGERRY@butchers.com> Subject: Re: Pilot Sport 2 Have you tried them in the wet yet? Seemed to be an improvement over my old S03s, even in standing water. They don't ride as harshly either, which is nice for those of us with Bilsteins. They are quiet, have incredible stick, both dry and wet. Best tire I've driven on to date... period. I've put about 2k on my set so far. -Justin -- '76 02 '97 m3 bmw cca checkout http://www.bmw2002.net
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#4. RE: Whining noise... - from Bob Vaughn
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:07:41 -0700 From: Bob Vaughn <Bob_Vaughn@Telestream.net> Subject: RE: Whining noise... The only whining noise on my M3 comes from the right seat when my wife is complaining about my driving. -- bobv > I noticed an odd whining noise coming from my engine > bay at this past weekend's auto-x. Happened after my > runs and went away after a few minutes. Didn't seem > dependent on revs. > > ...
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#5. Re: Coolant Block Drain Plug - from Brad Ahrens
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:09:24 -0700 (PDT) From: Brad Ahrens <txsaggie97@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: Coolant Block Drain Plug >on a 96 M3, is there any tricks to drainning the >coolant from the >block? >The #1 O2 sensor is right in the way of the 19mm >drain bolt. Do I have >to >remove the O2 sensor first before I can get to the >drain? No need to remove the sensor...I wondered the same thing but the coolant plug is shallow enough to clear. I thought to myself "no way" but "way". ; ) Just be ready to get out of the way of the coolant and good luck catching much of it after it spashes down over the exhaust mani. Have the water hose handy...! Brad __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos: High-quality 4x6 digital prints for 25¢ http://photos.yahoo.com/ph/print_splash
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#6. RE: Floating Rotors - from Paul Smith
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 18:17:44 -0500 From: Paul Smith <Paul.Smith@ontariosystems.com> Subject: RE: Floating Rotors Thanks for all answers - to list and private. This list is a great resource. I thought I was doing it right, but wanted to know before I put it back together. BTW - I really enjoy the humor as well. pgs
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#7. Newbie Intro --and parts request - from michael smith
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 18:58:34 -0700 From: "michael smith" <mwsmith99@pacbell.net> Subject: Newbie Intro --and parts request I'm Michael Smith, in San Jose, California. Steve Grigory told me about this list. He also first talked me into test-driving an M3 and I've been grateful ever since. I work on cars and am a fan of BMWs as well as 300zxs (of which I have three in various states of modification). I also know the Mazda FD real well (a bit too well, if you know what I mean;-) My wife and I have owned a 1995 E36 M3 (Dakar Yellow) for a coupla years now (her daily driver). Bought it used with 50K miles. Conforti chip and K&N drop-in filter. I sneak a drive in it whenever I can. For some time now, we've been looking for a set of stock springs that are not too used, and also, would like to know if someone with a regular E36 has some pull-out front seats that will fit our year/model. I'm 6'5" and find the Darth seats hit me in all the wrong places. Wierdly enough, my wife is only 5'6" and has the same problem. Our E36 325 we had for awhile actually had more comfortable seats for us. But before anyone starts talking "trade" we'll keep the Vader seats and store them until such time we may actually part with this car. Suggestions on where to look would be appreciated. Thanks, and it's good to be on the forum. _MWS
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#8. RE: [E36M3] RE: Whining noise... - from Mel Silva
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 21:23:55 -0500 From: "Mel Silva" <melsilva@mindspring.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] RE: Whining noise... Good one! -----Original Message----- From: Bob Vaughn [mailto:Bob_Vaughn@Telestream.net] Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2004 4:17 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] RE: Whining noise... Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:07:41 -0700 From: Bob Vaughn <Bob_Vaughn@Telestream.net> Subject: RE: Whining noise... The only whining noise on my M3 comes from the right seat when my wife is complaining about my driving. -- bobv > I noticed an odd whining noise coming from my engine > bay at this past weekend's auto-x. Happened after my > runs and went away after a few minutes. Didn't seem > dependent on revs. > > ...
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#9. Re: 99'M3 Contour wheels on 330i - from Fernando Mujica
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 22:00:08 -0500 From: Fernando Mujica <fmujica@mac.com> Subject: Re: 99'M3 Contour wheels on 330i I have a '01 330i (wife's) and a '97 M3/4. Both came with the staggered wheels 7.5/8.5 f/r. I'm almost positive both sets have same offset f/r. If you put 8.5 all around, they will rub up front on both cars. Fernando On Apr 22, 2004, at 3:56 PM, E36M3 wrote: > Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 14:23:51 -0500 > From: "Allen Hyman" <allen.hyman@starcore-dsp.com> > Subject: 99'M3 Contour wheels on 330i > > I'm looking to get a set of rims that are easier to clean than the > wheels on my wife's 2001 330i. > I have contour wheels on my 99M3 and am thinking about getting a second > set for her car. > Will the standard 17" M3 contour wheels fit the 2001 330i sedan? > > Thanks, > Al > > 99 silver M3 >
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#10. Re: Caliper mounting bolts - from Kevin McLeaster
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 22:48:04 -0500 From: Kevin McLeaster <kmcleaster@iquest.net> Subject: Re: Caliper mounting bolts > >Neil Maller wrote: >Subject: Re: Caliper mounting bolts > >Air tools are nice... I'm days away from doing this for the first time myself. I'm learning that air tools are indeed nice, but from what I understand about the clearance issues, you can't use an impact wrench, correct? You need an air ratchet. An air ratchet that can generate the required torque is rather rare / expensive, isn't it? Do the calipers have to come off to replace the front struts? I'm getting ready to sub that job out so if they have to come off perhaps I should do the brakes afterwards myself and benefit from the bolts being "limbered up". Comments and advice welcome. Kevin D. McLeaster WB9HMI '95 M3 Arctic Silver
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#11. RE: [E36M3] Newbie Intro --and parts request - from Murray Roblin
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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 20:49:34 -0700 From: "Murray Roblin" <murray@farleyroblin.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Newbie Intro --and parts request Hi Mike, Welcome to the group. I'm in Palo Alto and have a 95 Mugello M3 which I enjoy the hell outa'. Re: seats, check on bimmerforums.com and roadfly.com. They occasionally appear there. Other m3 owners (I have no experience) claim that the lux seats are more comfortable. Murray > -----Original Message----- > From: michael smith [mailto:mwsmith99@pacbell.net] > Sent: Thursday, April 22, 2004 7:07 PM > To: E36M3 > Subject: [E36M3] Newbie Intro --and parts request > > > Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2004 18:58:34 -0700 > From: "michael smith" <mwsmith99@pacbell.net> > Subject: Newbie Intro --and parts request > > I'm Michael Smith, in San Jose, California. Steve Grigory > told me about this list. He also first talked me into > test-driving an M3 and I've been grateful ever since. > > I work on cars and am a fan of BMWs as well as 300zxs (of > which I have three in various states of modification). I also > know the Mazda FD real well (a bit too well, if you know what > I mean;-) > > My wife and I have owned a 1995 E36 M3 (Dakar Yellow) for a > coupla years now (her daily driver). Bought it used with 50K > miles. Conforti chip and K&N drop-in filter. I sneak a drive > in it whenever I can. > > For some time now, we've been looking for a set of stock > springs that are not too used, and also, would like to know > if someone with a regular E36 has some pull-out front seats > that will fit our year/model. I'm 6'5" and find the Darth > seats hit me in all the wrong places. Wierdly enough, my wife > is only 5'6" and has the same problem. Our E36 325 we had for > awhile actually had more comfortable seats for us. But > before anyone starts talking "trade" we'll keep the Vader > seats and store them until such time we may actually part > with this car. > > Suggestions on where to look would be appreciated. > > Thanks, and it's good to be on the forum. > > _MWS > > ************************************************* > Please help support the E36M3 list by visiting our sponsors: > > Bimmerworld http://www.bimmerworld.com > Turner Motorsport http://www.turnermotorsport.com > Eurosport High Performance http://www.eurosporthighperformance.com > Rogue Engineering http://www.rogueengineering.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > > > > >