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#1. For Sale: 1998 BMW M3 Coupe In Fabulous Shape - from Roger Roberts
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Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 19:41:41 -0700 (PDT) From: Roger Roberts <rogroberts@yahoo.com> Subject: For Sale: 1998 BMW M3 Coupe In Fabulous Shape Selling My Baby. Check out Ebay Auction #4544154403. 1998 BMW M3 Coupe. Alpine with Black Cloth/Amaretta Interior. 74,500 Miles car in Great Shape. Fairly New Michelin Pilot Sports PS2's, New PA State Inspection. Also New Cat and O2 Sensor. Check out auction or call me at 267-240-2141. I am a BMW Salesman so parts and service have been easy and cheap for me. Great Chance to get a Great E36 M3. Ebay Buy it Now of $18,200. __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Plan great trips with Yahoo! Travel: Now over 17,000 guides! http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide
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#2. Re: quick tire question - from Peter Fry
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Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 21:20 -0600 From: Peter Fry <PeterFry@aol.com> Subject: Re: quick tire question Clyde, I was recently doing the same summer tire search. I went with the Eagle F1. I had some on the rear last year - they were much quieter than the Pilot Sports that they replaced. Unfortunately, I think I ran the pressure a little high, as the middle third was worn nearly smooth when I pulled them to put snows on last fall with only 10K on them (I usually get closer to 20K from my rears). I've got the F1s all around for this year. I like the ride and grip so far. And the road noise is much better than that worn Pilot Sport sound. Let the list know what you decide, and your opinion of your selection. Peter Fry 99 M3 ___ Sent with SnapperMail www.snappermail.com
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#3. Re: Flex disk tech question - from RonStygar@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 00:29:59 EDT From: RonStygar@aol.com Subject: Re: Flex disk tech question Rich, I assume (guess) that they alternate them for balance reasons. The TIS instructions state: Installation: Replace self locking nuts Only tighten screw connection by way of nut If you want, email me and I'll send you some related links.
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#4. Re: BMW lifetime tranny fluid / notchy shifting - from RonStygar@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 03:57:40 EDT From: RonStygar@aol.com Subject: Re: BMW lifetime tranny fluid / notchy shifting I've been using the BMW MTF-LT-1 fluid changed out annualy. Although OK, I recently (two days ago) went to the new (as of 09/03) MTF-LT-2. 5 liters = four changes As mentioned by others and I, a noticable improvement. Hard to believe. http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=80844&highlight=mtf
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#5. Re: [E36M3] Point me in the right direction - from Carey Probst
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 07:54:20 -0400 From: Carey Probst <hcprobst@alum.mit.edu> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Point me in the right direction Not sure about NJ, but VAC Motorsports in Philadelphia has a good reputation. Never used them( a bit far from upstate NY), just previous recommendations to the list from other customers. Carey Alex Demsky wrote: > Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 10:41:26 -0400 > From: "Alex Demsky" <hyper_m3@hotmail.com> > Subject: Point me in the right direction > > Hello all, > > Been a while since Ive posted but I wanted to know if anyone had any > reputable shops they went to in the NJ/PA area(preferably NJ). Im > looking for a shop that knows how to work on BMWs that have > modifications. Please direct all answers to me unless anyone else > chimes in and thinks it should go to the board. > > Thanks in advance. > > > > Alex "HyperM3" Demsky > 04.5 A4 1.8TQ6US ~ http://hometown.aol.com/hyperm3/AudiA4.html > 97 S/C M3 ~ http://hometown.aol.com/hyperm3/Bimmer.html > > "I think your car is broken, the driver doesn't seem to be working > properly" > > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > Treehouse Racing http://www.treehouseracing.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > > >
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#6. Re: [E36M3] OT: Michelin Brake dust repellent - from Tripp Racioppi
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 05:45:38 -0700 (PDT) From: Tripp Racioppi <r3_m3@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] OT: Michelin Brake dust repellent Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2005 17:23:43 EDT From: Mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] OT: Michelin Brake dust repellent In a message dated 4/17/2005 11:36:51 AM Eastern Standard Time, m3tec@yahoo.com writes: http://www.petroferm.com/michelin/faq.htm Any listers try it ? I have not tried this product, but from the FAQ sheet, sounds like a thin layer of spray-on car wax! I've tried that, and it helps. Not sure it's worth the extra rubbing and buffing. cheers, Bob Gill --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Plan great trips with Yahoo! Travel: Now over 17,000 guides!
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#7. Re: [E36M3] OT: Michelin Brake dust repellent - from Tripp Racioppi
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 05:54:35 -0700 (PDT) From: Tripp Racioppi <r3_m3@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] OT: Michelin Brake dust repellent ok guys, this is my first post to the digest and i think i messed up by sending a copy of the post i was responding to before i could enter my comments. so bear with me...also any tips will be helpful. i am just two years into ownership of this super car and have still not lost the stupid grin on my face everytime i drive it. played with it most of last summer at VIR with NASA and the Tidewater Chapter of theBMW CCA, great times!!! anyway, Bob Gill commented that the Michelin brake dust repellant sounded like a "thin layer of spray-on car wax." i agree. i have used "Wheel Wax" with some success, this is a paste version, i think, of the michelin stuff. i have also found the "Mr. Clean" car washing system soap to do a decent job of cleaning the brake dust off the wheels...and it is easier than wiping on and then wipping off...... tripp 97 coupe, arctic silver/black --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Plan great trips with Yahoo! Travel: Now over 17,000 guides!
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#8. The Infamous E36 Radiator - from Neil Maller
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 08:40:01 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: The Infamous E36 Radiator Just another anecdotal data point, but at our Hoosier/Putnam Park school this past weekend we had two E36 radiator failures on student cars. Both were the classic breakage where the large plastic neck for the top hose snapped right off. The root cause appears to be heat embrittlement of the plastic material over time. Probably a higher risk on tracked cars since peak operating temperatures will be higher. We had 70 students, of whose cars no fewer than 21 were E36's of various models. So that's 2 broken radiators for just 21 of these cars. You do the math... Makes me really glad I put in that aluminum radiator a couple of years ago. BTW, both radiators were replaced at the track, one with a used part (from my attic), the other with new from the local dealer. Neil Fort Wayne, IN 96 M3 - Bastard child 03 525iT - Sterling Grey Metallic 77 MGB - Original owner, need to sell 05 Mini - Cooper S with LSD!
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#9. Front Control Arms - from KResener@aol.com
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 10:21:25 EDT From: KResener@aol.com Subject: Front Control Arms I've recently been witness to two front control arm failures, one on an e36; and yesterday at Putnam, an e30. Neither was particularly pretty, and thankfully no one was injured in either incident, although it's easy to imagine how it could be pretty bad if a failure occurred at a higher speed area of the track. So it got me to thinking I should be replacing mine before I head back onto the track. What are people's recommendations for the parts, as well as any suggestions on the instructions for replacement? Is this a weekend job, or more involved? Thanks for any suggestions/guidance. Kurt Resener Louisville, KY '95 ///M3 ''01 X5 '97 Audi A6 Quattro Avant '75 Mercedes 280c
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#10. Re: [E36M3] Front Control Arms - from Walter J
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Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2005 10:48:08 -0400 From: Walter J <m3gtr@adelphia.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Front Control Arms >What are people's recommendations for the parts, as well as any suggestions >on the instructions for replacement? Is this a weekend job, or more involved? >Thanks for any suggestions/guidance. > Well... if you are inclined to spend a little more on parts you can do an install in about an hour - if not you will need a press and a special puller (can be made from threaded rod and hooks but is a pita). I bought new arms, new bushings _AND_ the bushing housings from Zygmunt in Doylestown, PA. They pressed it all together for me so all I had left was to bolt it on. I chose the E30 alum arms with offset factory solid bushings but regardless... I think the housings were an extra $50 or so and the premise works with whatever arms you choose. Treehouse Racing also has a complete offset bushing unit that is well reviewed, significantly more expensive, and won't requre a press (at least I think not). To get the old control arms off you need a BFH or air hammer and a big pickle fork as well as a long handle box wrench (22mm I think) with a bit of an angle (ala Craftsman) to get the outer control arm bolt off. Do the tie rods while you are in there - the car will feel like new when you are done. -- Walter