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#1. Malfunctioning Gas Guage - from Michael Michalski
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 20:17:17 -0500 From: "Michael Michalski" <m.michalski@comcast.net> Subject: Malfunctioning Gas Guage Need some help here guys, I have a weird one. So today I stopped by my regular Mobil station for some 93 octane food for the M3. I filled up the tank (14.089 galloons to be exact). When I was driving home I noticed that the gas gauge only showed that the tank was half full? I originally thought that the pump at the station was in error so I went back to the station. I tried to fill the tank and it was already full! I was wrong. It appears that my gauge is malfunctioning. The range on the computer also seems to be way off. What could this be? Is the gas gauge and the computer range connected to the same problem? Please help, I am lost here. Michael Michalski 97 ///M3 Coupe that does not know if she is full or empty :( Windy City Chapter
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#2. SSR wheels - from Tim Ng
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 18:33:15 -0700 From: "Tim Ng" <s14realm3@peachtreebmwcca.org> Subject: SSR wheels I am thirding <is that a word> Seth on the 17x8 SSR, I used mine for 4 years now on the track and all still striaght. Tim Ng
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#3. Re: [E36M3] Malfunctioning Gas Guage - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 19:03:25 -0700 From: Jim Bassett <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Malfunctioning Gas Guage At 06:23 PM 8/25/04, Michael Michalski wrote: >What could this be? Is the gas gauge >and the computer range connected to the same problem? Please help, I am >lost here. Are you new here? :-) This is a very common problem, usually with one of two solutions. One involves pulling a particular fuse to reset the gauge, usually resulting from having the key on while filling up. The list archive (or someone else) have more info (I've not had this particular problem). The other issue is the sending unit on either fuel pump or sending-unit-only wearing out, and sending a false reading to the gauge (and OBC). Some have said that using a fuel system cleaner can help. In my case, the resistive material on the fuel pump/sending unit has in fact worn out, so replacing the fuel pump or sending unit is required. Again, search the archives (http://www.bmw-m.net/Digest/ALL-DIGEST-SEARCH.htm) for my name - I've posted the procedure for troubleshooting and replacing the fuel pump or sender. If you need more specific info, feel free to email me directly. But I'll be heading to Thunderhill tomorrow afternoon for 4 days of instructing, so it may be a until next week when I can respond. Cheers, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - on 3rd set of fuel pump & sender 1993 325is #44 JP/A5 - fuel pump replaced as prevention
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#4. CCW Wheels - from jeffrey Lin
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 20:08:56 -0700 (PDT) From: jeffrey Lin <jeffreywlin@yahoo.com> Subject: CCW Wheels Regarding Wheels.... Scott T. Smith and I are club racers, we got absolutely tired of a) bending wheels and having to replace a $300-$500 wheel. b) waiting for wheels because they were on back order c) never finding just "the right" offset for our application. Well, with the advice of Bob Tunnell of Bimmerhaus, we discovered Complete Custom Wheel in FL. (www.ccwheel.com) They built us custom 3 piece 18x9" and 18.9.5" (don't try 9.5" this w/o fender work) for $450/wheel any width any offset. Turn around time is great, under 3 weeks (worst case). Rim halves can be repaired for $150. Weight is good, but not great. They quoted us 20lbs for an 18x10" wheel. We are super happy with these wheels and many other club racers are using them for track. _______________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Win 1 of 4,000 free domain names from Yahoo! Enter now. http://promotions.yahoo.com/goldrush
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#5. RE: Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors - from Chris Blumenthal
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 20:30:55 -0700 From: "Chris Blumenthal" <blumenthal@aechelon.com> Subject: RE: Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors The small connector associated with the antenna is the control circuit for the diversity antenna setup. Forget about it... proprietary to BMW and cannot be used with any other head unit. I suggest that you at least test in install your new head unit before you spend any time troubleshooting the interference you have been experiencing. This may well be a problem with the factory head unit. However, it is possible that the amp in the diversity antenna is going south. I certainly agree that the tuner section of the factory head unit in the '95 is a POS. Chris Blumenthal > > -------------------- 4 -------------------- > Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 14:32:48 +0000 > From: jakeadavis@comcast.net > Subject: Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors > > Getting ready to replace the stock head unit in my 1995 with > an Alpine 9813. The stock head unit is Alpine unit with > external amp, 6 CD Alpine changer and "10 speaker system". > I've already replaced the stock amp and speaker system. Using > a 5 channel amp, a 'reverse box' subwoofer in the trunk and > Dynaudio System 360 speaker system. > > I've got pinouts for the main radio connector and CD changer. > Found the antenna connector, will need an adapter for the > Alpine. But there's one more connector just above the antenna > connector, a very small, almost RF looking 90 degree coaxial > type connector. Haven't figured out what this one is, anybody know? > > BTW, the Dynaudios are outstanding! They also fit in stock > locations: mid/tweet in door, a 360mm (7 inch) midwoofer in > the kick panel, making for an extremely stealthy install. The > downside...the Dynes are extremely revealing so crappy source > material sounds crappy. Not cheap, but well worth it and > highly recommended.. > > While the stock CD changer is pretty decent, the tuner is > CRAP. Also, the reception has been gradually getting worse > and worse. Final straw is weird 'birdies' interference. Will > have to check out all connections, antenna amp and grounds > while I'm in there. Any similar experiences and/or fixes? > > Jake Davis > >
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#6. SSR comments - from RFKoby@aol.com
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 23:39:43 EDT From: RFKoby@aol.com Subject: SSR comments e36m3 group, chester, and mark, before spreading any more negative comments on SSR Competition Wheels, please take a look at some facts: - these are the LIGHTEST and STRONGEST wheels on the CONSUMER market - these wheels are suitable for track / race use both at the grassroots level, and professional level - given the light weight, strength, and race worthy application, they are very reasonably priced (BBS Magnesium wheels start around $1,600 each, and are heavier, and they still bend & break, and are back ordered for over 6 months) You can buy 4 sets of SSR for 1 set of BBS magnesium wheels. The BBS may last a little longer, but that is still 1 set, where as you can go thru 1 set of SSR for only 1/4 the cost. - these same wheels are used by top professional teams in Japan for endurance racing (go see the All Japan GT Championship Racing, Nismo, Ferrari, and others use the same wheel) - the SSR is the ONLY wheel manufacturer that has perfected the Semi-Solid Forging process CONCERNING BENT WHEELS AND BROKEN WHEELS All wheels have a FINITE life span. SSR wheels are all certified at the proper load capacity and cycle life. But when ANY WHEEL is subjected EXTREME forces and / or SHOCK LOADINGS that exceed their rated load, the rated load and life cycle rapidly decline. This is the same digest group that had a thread in the past concerning the wear and tear on a track car and the equivalent road mileage. Example, 100 track miles are worth 1,000 to 2,000 regular road miles. Considering that the typical track junky and go thru a set of brake pads and tires in a few track weekends. We regularly replace these items without a second thought because we treat these as WEAR ITEMS. Professional race teams also treat WHEELS the same way, as WEAR ITEMS. They are inspected and checked frequently. ANY WHEEL WILL BEND, BREAK, AND / OR FATIGUE. Concerning the SSR wheel with the broken spokes. This has been thru the WRX digest lists. The wheels were purchased 2nd hand and they had a questionable past. They could be several years old, with many track events on them. So saying that they were never off track, or on the curbs is NOT accurate. I have seen the inspection results of this wheel, and there is evidence that it has been off track with severe shock loadings radially, and laterally. The rim edge showed signs of tire sidewall impact, evidence of major impact. Wheels was still round, but sidewall was compressed enough to leave a mark. The bead seat also had a large ball of compressed dirt in the same area. This is evidence that the wheel was sliding and impacted something hard enough to deflect the sidewall enough to imbed dirt into the bead seat. AGAIN, any impact loads, or loads that exceed the load capacity of the wheel will decrease the life cycle and speed the material fatique. Hence, the wheel eventually failed in the spoke area. I cannot go into specifics, but consider me as a consultant engineer in the automotive area. bob Yes, you can bend these wheels on the track, and on the street. But remember, they are still the lightest wheels on the market, and the strongest considering their weight. SSR wheels still pass the standardized wheel impact test and must hold pressure to pass the test. In a message dated 8/25/04 2:44:42 PM US Eastern Standard Time, e36m3@bmw-m.net writes: -------------------- 5 -------------------- Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 11:03:03 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? I hope you don't drive with your track wheels on the street. Those SSRs bend like buttah. Chester -------------------- 9 -------------------- Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 11:23:14 -0700 From: Mark Dadgar <mark@pdc-racing.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? On Aug 25, 2004, at 11:03 AM, Chester Wong wrote: > I hope you don't drive with your track wheels on the street. Those > SSRs bend > like buttah. They break, too. Local WRX driver. She swears she wasn't riding berms or anything. It broke on an 8/10's lap: http://s2ki.l33tmachines.com/kit/ssr.jpg - Mark
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#7. Re: SSR comments - from Mark Dadgar
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 20:43:20 -0700 From: Mark Dadgar <mark@pdc-racing.net> Subject: Re: SSR comments So, Bob, how are you connected to SSR's payroll? - Mark On Aug 25, 2004, at 8:39 PM, RFKoby@aol.com wrote: > e36m3 group, chester, and mark, > > before spreading any more negative comments on SSR Competition Wheels, > please take a look at some facts: > - these are the LIGHTEST and STRONGEST wheels on the CONSUMER market > - these wheels are suitable for track / race use both at the > grassroots level, and professional level > - given the light weight, strength, and race worthy application, they > are very reasonably priced > (BBS Magnesium wheels start around $1,600 each, and are heavier, and > they still bend & break, and are back ordered for over 6 months) You > can buy 4 sets of SSR for 1 set of BBS magnesium wheels. The BBS may > last a little longer, but that is still 1 set, where as you can go > thru 1 set of SSR for only 1/4 the cost. > - these same wheels are used by top professional teams in Japan for > endurance racing > (go see the All Japan GT Championship Racing, Nismo, Ferrari, and > others use the same wheel) > - the SSR is the ONLY wheel manufacturer that has perfected the > Semi-Solid Forging process > > CONCERNING BENT WHEELS AND BROKEN WHEELS > > All wheels have a FINITE life span. SSR wheels are all certified at > the proper load capacity and cycle life. But when ANY WHEEL is > subjected EXTREME forces and / or SHOCK LOADINGS that exceed their > rated load, the rated load and life cycle rapidly decline. > > This is the same digest group that had a thread in the past concerning > the wear and tear on a track car and the equivalent road mileage. > Example, 100 track miles are worth 1,000 to 2,000 regular road miles. > Considering that the typical track junky and go thru a set of brake > pads and tires in a few track weekends. We regularly replace these > items without a second thought because we treat these as WEAR ITEMS. > Professional race teams also treat WHEELS the same way, as WEAR > ITEMS. They are inspected and checked frequently. ANY WHEEL WILL > BEND, BREAK, AND / OR FATIGUE. > > Concerning the SSR wheel with the broken spokes. This has been thru > the WRX digest lists. The wheels were purchased 2nd hand and they had > a questionable past. They could be several years old, with many track > events on them. So saying that they were never off track, or on the > curbs is NOT accurate. I have seen the inspection results of this > wheel, and there is evidence that it has been off track with severe > shock loadings radially, and laterally. The rim edge showed signs of > tire sidewall impact, evidence of major impact. Wheels was still > round, but sidewall was compressed enough to leave a mark. The bead > seat also had a large ball of compressed dirt in the same area. This > is evidence that the wheel was sliding and impacted something hard > enough to deflect the sidewall enough to imbed dirt into the bead > seat. AGAIN, any impact loads, or loads that exceed the load capacity > of the wheel will decrease the life cycle and speed the material > fatique. Hence, the wheel eventually failed in the spoke area. > > I cannot go into specifics, but consider me as a consultant engineer > in the automotive area. > > bob > > Yes, you can bend these wheels on the track, and on the street. But > remember, they are still the lightest wheels on the market, and the > strongest considering their weight. SSR wheels still pass the > standardized wheel impact test and must hold pressure to pass the > test. > > In a message dated 8/25/04 2:44:42 PM US Eastern Standard Time, > e36m3@bmw-m.net writes: > -------------------- 5 -------------------- > Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 11:03:03 -0700 (PDT) > From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> > Subject: RE: [E36M3] 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? > > I hope you don't drive with your track wheels on the street. Those > SSRs bend > like buttah. > > Chester > > > -------------------- 9 -------------------- > Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 11:23:14 -0700 > From: Mark Dadgar <mark@pdc-racing.net> > Subject: Re: [E36M3] 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? > > On Aug 25, 2004, at 11:03 AM, Chester Wong wrote: > > I hope you don't drive with your track wheels on the street. Those > > SSRs bend > > like buttah. > > They break, too. > > Local WRX driver. She swears she wasn't riding berms or anything. It > broke on an 8/10's lap: > > http://s2ki.l33tmachines.com/kit/ssr.jpg > > - Mark
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#8. WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's - from mdufford@mindspring.com
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Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 23:06:38 -0600 From: mdufford@mindspring.com Subject: WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's I concur with Seth and Alex's observations. I run 17X9 SSR Comps, bounce off curbing and hit all the crap that makes your fillings fall out, wheels are still true. Now on their second set of tires. Wayne, are all your wheels 18's. Maybe we have a pattern... Max
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#9. rebuilding calipers - from driver8 ///M3
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Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2004 04:26:42 -0700 (PDT) From: driver8 ///M3 <driver8m3@yahoo.com> Subject: rebuilding calipers what's a decent price to rebuild brake calipers? right now i just dont have the time to do it myself (never done it before so the 1st time would certainly take me a while). also, any decent shops in the rockville/annapolis area for this job? i work right across the street from VOB BMW, but i'm afraid of what they would try to charge! my car is a 99 with 117k miles, so it seems like this might be a good time for a rebuild (i'm having some vibration issues on braking and thinking maybe its a caliper issue). thanks! russell
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#10. Re: [E36M3] Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2004 05:43:21 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors > Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 14:32:48 +0000 > From: jakeadavis@comcast.net > Subject: Stock Radio: Need ID on connectors > > I've got pinouts for the main radio connector and CD changer. Found the antenna connector, will need an adapter for the Alpine. But there's one more connector just above the antenna connector, a very small, almost RF looking 90 degree coaxial type connector. Haven't figured out what this one is, anybody know? > > > Jake Davis I think it's one of the antenna inputs for the diversity antenna system. Not used with an aftermarket deck. Jay
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#11. RE: [E36M3] WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's - from Wayne Miller
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Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2004 07:58:51 -0400 From: "Wayne Miller" <m3@waynemiller.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's All of my wheels are 18x9.5. I agree that they are a great combination of price/weight/offset/cleanability but when I factor in how many I have bent the needle starts to swing the other way. I have no explanation about why so many have bent and I have never had such a bad problem with any car or wheel before. I do live in NYC and can attribute at least 2 of the bends to some large potholes that I remember but that doesn't explain the other 6 or 7 bent rims especially the bent track rim. -Wayne -----Original Message----- From: mdufford@mindspring.com [mailto:mdufford@mindspring.com] Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2004 1:13 AM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's Date: Wed, 25 Aug 2004 23:06:38 -0600 From: mdufford@mindspring.com Subject: WAS: 17x8 BBS RGR thoughts / experiences? NOW: SSR's I concur with Seth and Alex's observations. I run 17X9 SSR Comps, bounce off curbing and hit all the crap that makes your fillings fall out, wheels are still true. Now on their second set of tires. Wayne, are all your wheels 18's. Maybe we have a pattern... Max ************************************************* 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 *************************************************