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#1. Anyone tried using E46 M3 fuel reservior in E36? - from admranger
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Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 18:45:47 -0700 From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> Subject: Anyone tried using E46 M3 fuel reservior in E36? The E46M3 has a fuel reservoir (a box, essentially, that fits around the fuel pump) that helps prevent fuel starvation on hard cornering. Anyone who has run their E36 M3 much below ½ tank at Willow Springs knows how badly ours starve out on long duration right hander turns. I know that there are dual pump solutions, etc., but I am interested in seeing if this $20 part will do most of the job for me. I believe that Ben has a write-up on the Rogue Engineering site on this tech tip for other E46’s, but didn’t know if anyone had tried it on an E36. Cheers, Kirk Lachman Sin City Chapter ’95 M3 #21 I-stock
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#2. Mobil 1 and Group-IV (PAO) - from Rich Dorffer
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Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 20:04:47 -0700 (PDT) From: Rich Dorffer <e36m3digest@ameritech.net> Subject: Mobil 1 and Group-IV (PAO) Chester posted this link: http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8142 with this comment: * Group IV Polyaphaolefins or POA's:- The real deal, made in the lab by guys in white coats. Mobil 1 is an example or *used* to be - they now mix in some hydrocracked basestock. Don responded with: > From their website: > > ........................................................... > Is Mobil 1 with SuperSyn Technology a fully synthetic motor oil? > > Yes, it is. To meet the demanding requirements of today's > specifications (and our customers' expectations), Mobil 1 with > SuperSyn uses high-performance fluids, including polyalphaolefins > (PAOs), along with a proprietary system of additives. Each Mobil > 1 with SuperSyn viscosity grade uses a unique combination of > synthetic fluids and selected additives in order to tailor the > viscosity grade to its specific application. > > > Back to top > > I've noticed that Mobil 1 has a lighter shade than usual. What is > the reason for this change? Will it affect Mobil 1 performance? > > In the summer of 2004, we improved one of Mobil 1's additives, > which resulted in a slight color change. Rest assured that this > change in color will have no effect on Mobil 1's outstanding > performance. All versions of a specific Mobil 1 product - prior > to and following the color change - can be mixed without any > effect on product quality or performance. > ........................................................... > > One of those rumors that has been going around for at least > 3 years I know of.. I don't see how Mobil 1's website refutes the comment above, the comment above says the Mobil 1 used to be full Group IV, but "they now mix in some hydrocracked basestock." Mobil 1 doesn't state that it is a full 100% Group IV, only that includes "some" (some could be 1% for that matter). Like Castrol, I believe the Mobil 1 is a blend of Group III and Group IV, therefore, a full synthetic but not a full Group IV. Blends are considered a blend of conventional oil and synthetic. Marketing Wankers. I don't believe it is a rumor. I use Red Line or Royal Purple 10W40 in my E36 M3 with no oil consumption to speak of (and no more oil leakage...). Mobil 1 0W40 is also a very good oil. I use Mobil 1 5W30 in my wife's 2000 Honda Accord on her specified oil change intervals (about 8,000 miles). Her car uses no oil and has now reached 100,000 miles. Regards, Rich
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#3. Snap On CTB314 battery options - from admranger
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Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 21:03:11 -0700 From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> Subject: Snap On CTB314 battery options Are their any options besides paying $98 from Snap On for a replacement battery for my impact wrench? I have come up empty and thought maybe someone else has a connection or alternate source than snapon.com. Thanks, Kirk Lachman Sin City Chapter
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#4. Re: [E36M3] RE:Amsoil source - from Kent L. Shephard
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Date: Sun, 29 May 2005 02:53:22 -0700 From: "Kent L. Shephard" <kents@kls-consulting.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE:Amsoil source Hi, On all BMWs that I have owned they only see Series 2000 20/50 Amsoil. Never a problem. I live in Ca. where it doesn't get cold and a 0/? doesn't help me. Kent Dave DeBuhr wrote: >Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 11:04:16 -0700 >From: "Dave DeBuhr" <debuhr@comcast.net> >Subject: RE: [E36M3] RE:Amsoil source > >FWIW, My M3 burned 1-2 qts of M1 5-30 every 3000 miles. >With the 0-40, its burns none. > >Dave >98 M3/4 > > > > > > > -- "To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public." 1918, Theodore Roosevelt
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#5. STi? - from Scott M
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Date: Sun, 29 May 2005 19:25:22 -0700 From: Scott M <smlists@pacbell.net> Subject: STi? While I generally consider them way too ricey, I am also thinking about possibly adding the WRX STi to my short list. I decided to drop the 330i PP from my list - I want whatever I get to double as my special toy and my primary driver. 330i just doesn't fit the bill for me. If I had a vette toy still then maybe, but I don't see adding one more car to the mix at this point in time. Maybe 3 years down the line. But the STi is compelling on a few levels - stock comes with 300hp, is only 100lbs heavier than an E36 M3 but has AWD, should be a good handler and fun to drive. Plusses are a nice warrantee and essentially zero maint / repair for 3-4 years. The E36 M3 is a 7yr old car at this point (plus / minus a year). And with a set of snow tires / wheels it would make a great car for those quick 1-2 day ski trips too. But minuses for the Subie are it's econo box roots, and much lower quality interior and fit / finish than a BMW - not to mention the image - racer genX vs. a more mature enthousiast following for the E36 M3. And the ride does not seem as compliant as an M3 either, but is probably not that far off. Both are good handling, nimble and small sedan platforms. Also not thrilled with the exhaust note of the boxer engine - sounds like it is missing all the time. But with all that said, there is something compelling enough about a 4-door with AWD, 300hp and a 6-speed for low $30's brand new with a warrantee that makes me at least want to think about it for a bit. Anyone here go from an E36 M3 to a STi? Impressions? Would you do it over? Scott
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#6. Re: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 06:59:15 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options Kirk- Check out www.dbldistributing.com They sell many batteries. I ordered a replacement for my DeWalt cordless drill from them (our store orders from them). I'm not sure if you have to be a business to order from them but I've heard that anyone can order. Good luck - Jay ----- Original Message ----- From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2005 9:06 PM Subject: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options > Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 21:03:11 -0700 > From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> > Subject: Snap On CTB314 battery options > > Are their any options besides paying $98 from Snap On for a replacement > battery for my impact wrench? I have come up empty and thought maybe > someone else has a connection or alternate source than snapon.com. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > Kirk Lachman > > Sin City Chapter > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > >
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#7. Re: [E36M3] STi? - from Jay W. Hudson
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Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 07:08:08 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] STi? There's another Subie that isn't quite as "boy racer" looking. I can't remember the exact name but it's a Legacy GT or something like that. I've always thought they were kinda nice looking, AWD and sporty. Jay ----- Original Message ----- From: "Scott M" <smlists@pacbell.net> To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> Sent: Sunday, May 29, 2005 7:26 PM Subject: [E36M3] STi? > Date: Sun, 29 May 2005 19:25:22 -0700 > From: Scott M <smlists@pacbell.net> > Subject: STi? > > While I generally consider them way too ricey, I am also thinking about > possibly adding the WRX STi to my short list. I decided to drop the 330i PP > from my list - I want whatever I get to double as my special toy and my > primary driver. 330i just doesn't fit the bill for me. If I had a vette > toy still then maybe, but I don't see adding one more car to the mix at this > point in time. Maybe 3 years down the line. > > But the STi is compelling on a few levels - stock comes with 300hp, is only > 100lbs heavier than an E36 M3 but has AWD, should be a good handler and fun > to drive. Plusses are a nice warrantee and essentially zero maint / repair > for 3-4 years. The E36 M3 is a 7yr old car at this point (plus / minus a > year). And with a set of snow tires / wheels it would make a great car for > those quick 1-2 day ski trips too. But minuses for the Subie are it's > econo box roots, and much lower quality interior and fit / finish than a BMW > - not to mention the image - racer genX vs. a more mature enthousiast > following for the E36 M3. And the ride does not seem as compliant as an M3 > either, but is probably not that far off. Both are good handling, nimble > and small sedan platforms. Also not thrilled with the exhaust note of the > boxer engine - sounds like it is missing all the time. > > But with all that said, there is something compelling enough about a 4-door > with AWD, 300hp and a 6-speed for low $30's brand new with a warrantee that > makes me at least want to think about it for a bit. > > Anyone here go from an E36 M3 to a STi? Impressions? Would you do it over? > > Scott > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > >
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#8. Re: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options - from Lee Piccione
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Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 11:34:20 -0400 From: Lee Piccione <leepic@smart.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options Kirk, I just had to purchase new batteries for my Milwaukee 9022 18v cordless impact wrench. Milwaukee wanted $125/ea. Ouch! Found a couple of places online wanting $60-$70, at least it's getting better. Searched on eBay and found them for $43/ea and bought two! Search eBay first... Lee Jay W. Hudson wrote: >Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 06:59:15 -0700 >From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> >Subject: Re: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options > >Kirk- > >Check out www.dbldistributing.com > >They sell many batteries. I ordered a replacement for my DeWalt cordless >drill from them (our store orders from them). I'm not sure if you have to >be a business to order from them but I've heard that anyone can order. > >Good luck - Jay >----- Original Message ----- >From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> >To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> >Sent: Saturday, May 28, 2005 9:06 PM >Subject: [E36M3] Snap On CTB314 battery options > > > > >>Date: Sat, 28 May 2005 21:03:11 -0700 >>From: "admranger" <admranger@earthlink.net> >>Subject: Snap On CTB314 battery options >> >>Are their any options besides paying $98 from Snap On for a replacement >>battery for my impact wrench? I have come up empty and thought maybe >>someone else has a connection or alternate source than snapon.com. >> >> >> >> >> >>Thanks, >> >> >> >>Kirk Lachman >> >>Sin City Chapter >> >> >> >>************************************************* >>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 >>Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com >> >>DIGEST INFORMATION: >>http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm >>************************************************* >> >> >> >> > > > >************************************************* >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 >Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com > >DIGEST INFORMATION: >http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm >************************************************* > > > >
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#9. Re: [E36M3] STi? - from Scott McClung
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Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 08:59:03 -0700 (PDT) From: Scott McClung <smlists@pacbell.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] STi? True - I just started looking into those. Legacy GT Limited. Sell for around $30K, but dealers are advertising them now for $26K range. I may look into those. They come with the 250hp WRX engine and 5-speed and run 0-60 and 1/4mi close to a stock E36 M3. That would be a great fun to drive yet 100% respectable business car for me, but surely would not satisfy the hot rod urge for me. But maybe I can sweet talk the wife into letting me expand the stable by 1 car and pick up a nice vette or E36 M3 coupe as my "sports car" and use the Legacy as the daily driver. This may work out well if the lease rates are reasonable. Sounds like they are trying to move the cars, which is always a good time to buy one :-) Scott "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> wrote: Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 07:08:08 -0700 From: "Jay W. Hudson" Subject: Re: [E36M3] STi? There's another Subie that isn't quite as "boy racer" looking. I can't remember the exact name but it's a Legacy GT or something like that. I've always thought they were kinda nice looking, AWD and sporty. Jay ----- Original Message ----- From: "Scott M" To: "E36M3" Sent: Sunday, May 29, 2005 7:26 PM Subject: [E36M3] STi? > Date: Sun, 29 May 2005 19:25:22 -0700 > From: Scott M > Subject: STi? > > While I generally consider them way too ricey, I am also thinking about > possibly adding the WRX STi to my short list. I decided to drop the 330i PP > from my list - I want whatever I get to double as my special toy and my > primary driver. 330i just doesn't fit the bill for me. If I had a vette > toy still then maybe, but I don't see adding one more car to the mix at this > point in time. Maybe 3 years down the line. > > But the STi is compelling on a few levels - stock comes with 300hp, is only > 100lbs heavier than an E36 M3 but has AWD, should be a good handler and fun > to drive. Plusses are a nice warrantee and essentially zero maint / repair > for 3-4 years. The E36 M3 is a 7yr old car at this point (plus / minus a > year). And with a set of snow tires / wheels it would make a great car for > those quick 1-2 day ski trips too. But minuses for the Subie are it's > econo box roots, and much lower quality interior and fit / finish than a BMW > - not to mention the image - racer genX vs. a more mature enthousiast > following for the E36 M3. And the ride does not seem as compliant as an M3 > either, but is probably not that far off. Both are good handling, nimble > and small sedan platforms. Also not thrilled with the exhaust note of the > boxer engine - sounds like it is missing all the time. > > But with all that said, there is something compelling enough about a 4-door > with AWD, 300hp and a 6-speed for low $30's brand new with a warrantee that > makes me at least want to think about it for a bit. > > Anyone here go from an E36 M3 to a STi? Impressions? Would you do it over? > > Scott > > > > ************************************************* > 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 > Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com > > DIGEST INFORMATION: > http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm > ************************************************* > > ************************************************* 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 Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com DIGEST INFORMATION: http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm *************************************************
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#10. Re: [E36M3] STi? - from Tom Reynolds
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Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 11:54:20 -0700 From: Tom Reynolds <kjtar@earthlink.net> Subject: Re: [E36M3] STi? OOOOoo, I know, I know. I think what you're thinking of is the Subaru Impreza 2.5RS. It's a coupe or 4 door sedan without a turbo, but with the wing on the back, snazzy wheels, 4 wheel drive, etc. Made in its first iteration from 1998-2001 and then brought out again in 2003 if memory serves. Only specific problem that I'm aware of (other than the ones found by checking the NHTSA Office of Defect Information - ODI website) is that they tended to have head gasket problems. This was supposedly "cured" by using Subaru Cooling System Conditioner (made by Holts in the UK) see your Subaru service department for further information or go to NASIOC (I think) on the 'net for dedicated information. Best regards, Tom Reynolds Sand Springs, OK At 09:16 AM 05/30/2005 -0500, Jay W. Hudson wrote: > >Date: Mon, 30 May 2005 07:08:08 -0700 >From: "Jay W. Hudson" <jwhud@budget.net> >Subject: Re: [E36M3] STi? > >There's another Subie that isn't quite as "boy racer" looking. I can't >remember the exact name but it's a Legacy GT or something like that. I've >always thought they were kinda nice looking, AWD and sporty. > >Jay >----- Original Message ----- >From: "Scott M" <smlists@pacbell.net> >To: "E36M3" <e36m3@bmw-m.net> >Sent: Sunday, May 29, 2005 7:26 PM >Subject: [E36M3] STi? > > >> Date: Sun, 29 May 2005 19:25:22 -0700 >> From: Scott M <smlists@pacbell.net> >> Subject: STi? >> >> While I generally consider them way too ricey, I am also thinking about >> possibly adding the WRX STi to my short list. I decided to drop the 330i >PP >> from my list - I want whatever I get to double as my special toy and my >> primary driver. 330i just doesn't fit the bill for me. If I had a vette >> toy still then maybe, but I don't see adding one more car to the mix at >this >> point in time. Maybe 3 years down the line. >> >> But the STi is compelling on a few levels - stock comes with 300hp, is >only >> 100lbs heavier than an E36 M3 but has AWD, should be a good handler and >fun >> to drive. Plusses are a nice warrantee and essentially zero maint / >repair >> for 3-4 years. The E36 M3 is a 7yr old car at this point (plus / minus a >> year). And with a set of snow tires / wheels it would make a great car >for >> those quick 1-2 day ski trips too. But minuses for the Subie are it's >> econo box roots, and much lower quality interior and fit / finish than a >BMW >> - not to mention the image - racer genX vs. a more mature enthousiast >> following for the E36 M3. And the ride does not seem as compliant as an >M3 >> either, but is probably not that far off. Both are good handling, nimble >> and small sedan platforms. Also not thrilled with the exhaust note of the >> boxer engine - sounds like it is missing all the time. >> >> But with all that said, there is something compelling enough about a >4-door >> with AWD, 300hp and a 6-speed for low $30's brand new with a warrantee >that >> makes me at least want to think about it for a bit. >> >> Anyone here go from an E36 M3 to a STi? Impressions? Would you do it >over? >> >> Scott >> >> >> >> ************************************************* >> 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 >> Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com >> >> DIGEST INFORMATION: >> http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm >> ************************************************* >> >> > > > >************************************************* >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 >Elephant Motorsports Inc. http://www.elephantmotorsports.com > >DIGEST INFORMATION: >http://www.bmw-m.net/resources/digest_info.htm >************************************************* > > > > > >-- >Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. >Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. >Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.11.15 - Release Date: 05/22/2005 > > -- Internal Virus Database is out-of-date. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 266.11.15 - Release Date: 05/22/2005