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#1. 1995 M3 For Sale - from FranKirsten
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Date: Sat, 27 May 2006 17:38:26 -0700 From: "FranKirsten" <frankirsten@msn.com> Subject: 1995 M3 For Sale 1995 M3 For Sale (4/95 Build Date) * Daytona Violet with Gray Interior, Seats are Fabric with Suede Bolsters and are manual vaders, sunroof and factory six disk changer (cassette deck does not work) * Car has never had any accidents or associated body work; car has all matching vin numbers on panels/components * Suspension has been upgraded to Koni SA shocks and struts * Brakes upgraded to Euro Floating rotors and Hawk HPS pads * Chassis has X-brace and Racing Dynamics strut and shock tower braces * UUC Transmission enforcer mounts and Rouge Engineering Short Shift Kit * UUC 8.5 pound pressure plate with M5 clutch installed approx 89,000 mile mark * Racelogic traction control system * Cylinder Head gasket replaced approx 92,000 mile mark, the head was serviced and new retainers installed. During this work, the following work was also included: new water pump (metal impeller), thermostat and all cooling/heating system hoses replaced. A new Zionsville aluminum radiator was installed. New knock sensors. New motor mounts. * New DEC catalytic converters and a 1996 M3 muffler installed as exhaust (just passed emissions) * New BFG GForce tires and new spare * Additionally, I have two Jim Conforti performance chips, one for stock setup and one for lager HFM. I have the larger HFM and a euro air box for that chip. I am presently running the stock chip and exhaust. Asking $10,800 and I can be contacted at frankirsten@msn.com for any questions. For the curios, the sale is due to my twins becoming old enough that I need to share in the driving them about responsibilities, so I'm in need of a 4 door automobile. Cordially, Frank
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#2. CD43 headunits - from tim ng
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Date: Sat, 27 May 2006 22:41:47 -0400 From: "tim ng" <s14realm3@hotmail.com> Subject: CD43 headunits Steve, you are wrong in that the CD43 head unit WILL work in non-i-bus cars. It works fine in my 95 M3 non-i-bus car. http://groups.msn.com/M3stuff/yellam3.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=646 Tim Ng BMWCCA # 36497 95 BUZZNM3 92 325ic M-Technic 91 M3 street car 88 M3/2.5 DM race car 87 325is D.E. car ------------------ CAR FOR SALE 90 535ia ------------------ Pace shadow 26 ft enclosed trailer my web page: http://groups.msn.com/M3stuff/pictures
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#3. RE: [E36M3] 1995 M3 For Sale - from Dave DeBuhr
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Date: Sat, 27 May 2006 20:12:36 -0700 From: "Dave DeBuhr" <debuhr@comcast.net> Subject: RE: [E36M3] 1995 M3 For Sale FWIW, I use my 98 M3/4 to haul my 4 year old twins everywhere.... :) And it does OK at the track too... http://gotbluemilk.com/web060524/24/index.html Good luck with the sale. Dave
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#4. WTB stock tow hook - from dhogg
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 06:13:28 -0400 From: "dhogg" <dhogg@suscom.net> Subject: WTB stock tow hook Anybody got one of these sitting around that they'd like to get rid of cheap? Dave Hogg
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#5. New owner, swaybar question - from Paul Andrews
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 11:55:50 -0400 From: "Paul Andrews" <emosound@verizon.net> Subject: New owner, swaybar question Hey all, I've been lurking on the list for a week or 2, so it's time for some questions.... I've owned my M3/4 for a month now, and autocrossed it twice. Time to start the mods: I have H&R swaybars on order to help reduce the body roll. Some on the various forums really suggest the rear swaybar mount reinforcements from Turner or GC. I ordered the cheap GC ones, and figured out how they line up. The car is going to Bimmerworks on Tuesday, should I have them do this right away? Steve says he has never seen this issue, have you guys who autocross with bigger swaybars had issues with the rear swaybar mounts cracking or tearing off? -Paul Andrews 98 M3/4 Alpine White <----- Loving it!
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#6. RE: [E36M3] New owner, swaybar question - from twisty M3
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 11:17:34 -0700 From: "twisty M3" <twistym3@hotmail.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] New owner, swaybar question << have you guys who autocross with bigger swaybars had issues with the rear swaybar mounts cracking or tearing off? >> The rear reinforcements are a good idea. When I was running RD bars with an otherwise stock suspension, I broke several front sway bar brackets and eventually broke one of the rear tabs twice. Once before going to a stiffer suspension, and once shortly after. I've had the Turner kit welded in and haven't had any problems since. It's relatively inexpensive "insurance" and easier to do it now than waiting for something to break, IMHO. Jonathan L.
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#7. diff fluid change - from Brian Ruiz
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 13:37:31 -0700 From: "Brian Ruiz" <eurowerke@gmail.com> Subject: diff fluid change Hey all, I posted the same message to UUC; I apologize for the duplicates. I went in to change the diff fluid yesterday in an attempt to narrow down the possibilities for the vibration and noise I've been getting on the M3. I drained the fluid (it was a bluish-green color, seemed pretty clean). What color is the OEM BMW differential oil? I think I've heard that the Swepco oil is bluish-green also? Perhaps it was that. In any case, I'm replacing with Redline 75W-90. I figure this is a good choice? Also, I forgot to pick up new sealing washers for the drain and fill plugs, so I didn't fill the diff back up with new fluid yet. The car is in my parents' driveway at the moment, and I don't want to leave it there over the long weekend until I can grab some new washers, so would it be okay to roll the car off the driveway and into the street without any lube in the diff or is that a bit risky? Thanks all. Brian 95 M3
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#8. Re: [E36M3] New owner, swaybar question - from Mdriver13@aol.com
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 19:29:27 EDT From: Mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] New owner, swaybar question In a message dated 5/28/2006 12:05:35 PM Eastern Standard Time, emosound@verizon.net writes: The car is going to Bimmerworks on Tuesday, should I have them do this right away? Steve says he has never seen this issue, have you guys who autocross with bigger swaybars had issues with the rear swaybar mounts cracking or tearing off? Hi Paul, You will love this list. Welcome to the bottomless pit of M3 aftermarket parts unlimited! I run the Eibach sway bars (26mm front / 24mm rear), and because there were people having issues I reinforced the rear swaybar mounts using the Turner pieces. Good insurance for the money spent, IMHO. I just use the OEM brackets in front and have not had an issue. Also, have you upgraded the rear shock mounts and does the car have an x-brace? I just talked to Steve last week about installing my Eibach springs! regards, Bob Gill 97 ///M3 coupe (sponsored by WCC & JT-Designs) Philly Region SCCA 2005 Philly Region BSP Champion
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#9. Re: [E36M3] diff fluid change - from Brian Ruiz
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 16:55:21 -0700 From: "Brian Ruiz" <eurowerke@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] diff fluid change I found some M22 copper washers at an auto parts store, which is the exact same size as the original washers, so I think I'll go ahead and use them. I got to that shop at about 2:55, and they closed at 3, quite lucky. My only concern with the copper is galvanic corrosion, but I think that won't happen as I don't think the differential is galvanized steel (??) and I'll be safe.. :-P The Bentley doesn't list a torque for the drain and fill plugs, is there a value anyone can recommend? I think I'll go with about 25 ft lbs, unless someone disagrees. Thanks again, Brian On 5/28/06, Dave Thomas <dave@sasdatalink.com> wrote: > > On Sunday 28 May 2006 1:45 pm, Brian Ruiz wrote: > > I > > forgot to pick up new sealing washers for the drain and fill plugs, so I > > didn't fill the diff back up with new fluid yet. The car is in my > parents' > > driveway at the moment, and I don't want to leave it there over the long > > weekend until I can grab some new washers, so would it be okay to roll > the > > car off the driveway and into the street without any lube in the diff or > is > > that a bit risky? > > Brian, > > I re-use the washers all the time...unless they are in real bad shape I > would > just use what you have and not worry about it. However, if you want to > wait, > I would not feel real bad about rolling my M3 a few feet with no lube in > the > diff. > > Dave
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#10. [OT] - My New M Roadster Pics - from Jamie Howton
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Date: Sun, 28 May 2006 19:05:44 -0500 From: "Jamie Howton" <jhowton@gmail.com> Subject: [OT] - My New M Roadster Pics Sorry about the cross-post and the OT, but I couldn't resist: http://jhowton.smugmug.com/Cars/191020 Regards -- Jamie Howton 2006 M Roadster 2000 M5 1995 M3 Hampshire, IL