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#1. Re: Radio removal tool - from Neil Maller
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 14:01:24 -0500 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: Re: Radio removal tool on 11/10/05 1:41 PM, "Weston-Lewis, Graeme" <GWESTON@lsil.com> wrote: > Anyone have a spare radio removal tool they are willing to sell or can > suggest a cheap source? I borrowed one from the dealer mechanic and installed my CD43 in their parking lot before returning the tool. Can't beat that for low cost! And yes, the CD43 has very decent sound through the factory HK system. 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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#2. RE: [E36M3] For Sale: Mason Engineering Rear Strut Bar Reinforcement (non-hinge type) and ITG filter for Conforti intake - from Tom Clark (toclark)
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 14:43:32 -0500 From: "Tom Clark (toclark)" <toclark@cisco.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] For Sale: Mason Engineering Rear Strut Bar Reinforcement (non-hinge type) and ITG filter for Conforti intake Still have the strut bar? Any pictures? -----Original Message----- From: Hans Batra [mailto:hansbatra@yahoo.com] Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2005 2:32 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] For Sale: Mason Engineering Rear Strut Bar Reinforcement (non-hinge type) and ITG filter for Conforti intake Date: Wed, 9 Nov 2005 15:11:09 -0500 From: "Hans Batra" <hansbatra@yahoo.com> Subject: For Sale: Mason Engineering Rear Strut Bar Reinforcement (non-hinge type) and ITG filter for Conforti intake Offered to list members: 1. Works on any E36. 2. Powder coated in black including hardware. 3. Non-hinge design. First $155.00 via Paypal takes it, buyer pays for UPS shipping. Price is reasonable when you consider other more flashy models which perform equal or much less due to their hinge-type design. I also have a new ITG filter that fits on a Conforti intake. $50.00, buyer pays for shipping. Thanks, Hans hansbatra@yahoo.com ************************************************* 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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#3. Differntial tore out! - from Robert S. Hatrak II
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:11:35 -0800 From: "Robert S. Hatrak II" <rob@hatrak.com> Subject: Differntial tore out! Hi guys, After 10 years and lots of hard driving, the differential finally tore out of my rear subframe the other day. The diff is fine, but the subframe is ugly! A new subframe, all bushings, and "while you are in there" parts, etc. are on the way. My question is, who makes a reinforcement kit for the rear end? I've been looking around the various vendor sites but have yet to find anything. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance for any help. Rob
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#4. RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] Differntial tore out! - from marco
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:18:00 -0800 From: "marco" <m3driver@iname.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] Differntial tore out! Rob, http://www.tcdesignfab.com/E36%20diff%20mount.htm not sure if he sells just the parts. I'm pretty sure you're not within towing distance. ;-) I've copied him on this email. Marco -----Original Message----- From: Robert S. Hatrak II [mailto:rob@hatrak.com] Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2005 1:12 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [e36m3] [E36M3] Differntial tore out! Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:11:35 -0800 From: "Robert S. Hatrak II" <rob@hatrak.com> Subject: Differntial tore out! Hi guys, After 10 years and lots of hard driving, the differential finally tore out of my rear subframe the other day. The diff is fine, but the subframe is ugly! A new subframe, all bushings, and "while you are in there" parts, etc. are on the way. My question is, who makes a reinforcement kit for the rear end? I've been looking around the various vendor sites but have yet to find anything. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance for any help. Rob ************************************************* 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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#5. WTB: UUC TSE - from Suneal Nandigam
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 17:45:08 -0500 From: Suneal Nandigam <sknandigam@gmail.com> Subject: WTB: UUC TSE Hey guys, The Supersprint on my M3 is too quiet for me. I'd like something a bit louder, and I think the UUC TSE will fit the bill. Anybody have one available? Suneal
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#6. Window Rubber Seal Lubricant - from estorilphil@adelphia.net
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 19:27:02 -0500 From: <estorilphil@adelphia.net> Subject: Window Rubber Seal Lubricant What's the preferred lubricant to use for the rubber strips surrounding the windows? I'm sorry I'm sure this had been discussed before but I can't seem to find it in the archive. Ok, I didn't go thru all 300 or so threads found but... Anyway, I've never lubricanted these strips (it never occured to me). It just recently dawned on me that I probably should do that since especially the top part gets "brushed" by the windows every time the doors are closed so... Thanks... Phil '99 Estoril M3/2
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#7. Primary Success - from Steve Klein
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Date: Thu, 10 Nov 2005 21:46:52 -0600 From: Steve Klein <s.klein@steveklein.cc> Subject: Primary Success Hello, Group- I'm pleased to report that I was successful in removing the primary timing cover, replacing the primary timing chain and properly re- timing the VANOS and now have an engine a good deal quieter and back on the road to re-discovering it's peppiness. I hung the chains side by side to measure and photograph the difference, but it was so slight as to be almost unnoticeable. When aligned, the old chain was at most 1mm longer. I felt no appreciable difference when I put tension on them, and could perceive no movement. What I CAN feel is that the buzzsawing noise from the primary tensioner area on decel is gone. If I lug the engine in 3rd at WOT, the annoying slapping/clacking is gone. I get some LtWt fly induced chatter in the gearbox, but I'm down to a roaring CAI and some lifter chatter (damn you lifter chatter! I'm not finished with you!) and the smooth grunt and pull. The woodruff key felt like it was welded in there and resisted a little deft persuasion, but I didn't plan on replacing the sprockets, just the primary chain so I left well enough alone.. The plan to loosen the oil pan worked well, but I unbolted the steering rack and pump for bolt access. And man! Are there a lot of bolts! When I found the last bolt I'd overlooked in the center of the cover, it came off almost too easily. The gaskets were in great shape, and with new side gaskets, re-assembly went without a hitch, gradually and alternately tightening the cover, oil pan and thru-head bolts to get good seating all 'round. No leaking after a week of spirited driving. I also inspected the oil pump nut (too tight for my thick wrenches) and it was quite snug and looked content, so we parted on good terms. Aside from continuing lifter tick (and my bearing ledge theory), I've got an intake leak to track down and a consistent stumbling with no load at 1.5-2.5k rpms and 3.5-4k rpms. Plugs were uniformly dull brown and healthy. I'm calling them surmountable learning experiences, and with this success, all the associated 'marbles' have been exorcised. I was correct that I was a tooth or two off on timing. I'd also over torqued the intake and exhaust sprocket bolts, inhibiting VANOS operation. Properly torqued, the secondary chain rotated without fuss and the splined cup slid right in. I feel a much more pronounced kick at 5K when it transitions. Overall, I'm quite pleased and very thankful for the advice and assistance I received. Thanks again for your help and listening! Steve Post Scriptum: Does anyone know roughly the price from a reasonable source for a set of new bearing ledges for a '95 S50?
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#8. Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant - from Jamie Howton
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Date: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 06:18:03 -0600 From: Jamie Howton <jhowton@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant > What's the preferred lubricant to use for the rubber strips surrounding the windows? I'm sorry I'm sure this had been discussed before but I can't seem to find it in the archive. Ok, I didn't go thru all 300 or so threads found but... < The official BMW product was called Gummipfledge (forgive my spelling), however I have heard for a couple of years now that it is NLA. I use Xymol "Seal" which is a glycerine based product and seems to do a pretty good job. A small bottle lasts a very long time. -- Jamie Howton 2000 M5 1995 M3 Hampshire, IL
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant - from Rex Tener
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Date: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 08:15:00 -0800 From: Rex Tener <rex_tener@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant At 07:31 PM 11/10/2005 -0500, estorilphil@adelphia.net wrote: >What's the preferred lubricant to use for the rubber strips surrounding >the windows? I use to use Gummipfledge. I am now using the Wurth Rubber Care Gel Stick: <http://www.carcareonline.com/detail.asp?product_id=11316> Rex
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#10. Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant - from mdriver13@aol.com
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Date: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 14:10:29 -0500 From: mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant Years ago during my Porsche days (30 yrs. old), those in the PCA that TLC'ed their show cars used straight glycerine from your local drug store. I still have a small bottle and use it occasionally on the rubber door seals of the M3. They still look like new. Bob Gill 97 ///M3 coupe Philly Region SCCA 2005 Philly Region BSP Champion -----Original Message----- From: Jamie Howton <jhowton@gmail.com> To: E36M3 <e36m3@bmw-m.net> Sent: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 07:21:52 -0500 Subject: Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant Date: Fri, 11 Nov 2005 06:18:03 -0600 From: Jamie Howton <jhowton@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Window Rubber Seal Lubricant > What's the preferred lubricant to use for the rubber strips surrounding the windows? I'm sorry I'm sure this had been discussed before but I can't seem to find it in the archive. Ok, I didn't go thru all 300 or so threads found but... < The official BMW product was called Gummipfledge (forgive my spelling), however I have heard for a couple of years now that it is NLA. I use Xymol "Seal" which is a glycerine based product and seems to do a pretty good job. A small bottle lasts a very long time. -- Jamie Howton 2000 M5 1995 M3 Hampshire, IL ************************************************* 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 *************************************************