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#1. Re: [E36M3] List Shirts - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:24:12 -0700 (PDT) From: "Jim Bassett" <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] List Shirts On Tue, June 20, 2006 5:07 pm, Raza Uddin said: > Hopefully MUCH earlier! Like the 7/7 day at Thunderhill with Unlimited > Laps. OK, trying not to be too much of a smart-a$$ <g>, but why are you wearing a long-sleeve shirt at Thunderhill in July?? It's fooking HOT. Jim Bassett P.S. Stick around for NCRC on 7/8 & 9 :-)
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#2. Re: [E36M3] ABS/ASC lights - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:27:29 -0700 (PDT) From: "Jim Bassett" <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] ABS/ASC lights On Tue, June 20, 2006 5:07 pm, Matthew Teel said: > If cleaning and inspecting yield no results, is there anyway that I can > troubleshoot to determine which wheel speed sensor is bad, if any? It may not be a wheel sensor, but the "brake pedal travel sensor". Only way to know for sure is have the code read out of the ABS computer. This same thing happened to me back in Dec 2003(?), and the code was "brake pedal travel sensor". Fairly easy to replace, about $100 for the parts kit. I should have the post I made about this to the list on the home computer, but you can look through the list archives for the post towards the end of Dec 2003. Cheers, Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 1993 325is #44 JP
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#3. Re: [E36M3] List Shirts - from Raza Uddin
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:41:11 -0700 From: "Raza Uddin" <raza.uddin@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] List Shirts On 6/20/06, Jim Bassett <jim@jimbassett.com> wrote: > > OK, trying not to be too much of a smart-a$$ <g>, but why are you wearing > a long-sleeve shirt at Thunderhill in July?? It's fooking HOT. Well, you know some club's rules. I'll bring BOTH the new polo and the long sleeve and cover both eventualities! :) P.S. Stick around for NCRC on 7/8 & 9 :-) That sounds very tempting. And I was actually thinking about it if it wasn't for some previous engagement that weekend. I'd just hope the car would be able to take 3 consecutive days of Thunderhill in the summer! I don't think I have enough RA-1 left... Drive Safely, Raza
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#4. RE: [E36M3] Hankook Z211 (245/40/17) - from dhogg
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:25:47 -0400 From: "dhogg" <dhogg@suscom.net> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Hankook Z211 (245/40/17) Ahmad, How do these compare to Hoosiers performance-wise and longevity-wise in road racing conditions? Anybody know? Dave Hogg
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#5. Re: [E36M3] List Shirts - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 18:48:35 -0700 (PDT) From: "Jim Bassett" <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] List Shirts On Tue, June 20, 2006 5:46 pm, Raza Uddin said: > Well, you know some club's rules. True (hence my partial smart-a$$ warning :-)), but I honestly can't remember the last time I was *required* to wear a long sleeve shirt at a DE. I don't think UnlimitedLaps has that requirement - I've run with them before, but it's been a while. > That sounds very tempting. Do it! :-) > I'd just hope the car > would be able to take 3 consecutive days of Thunderhill in the summer! Properly maintained, no problem (you should have tried 4 - in August :-)) > I > don't think I have enough RA-1 left... OK, tires are a different issue. :-) Jim Bassett
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#6. Re: [E36M3] RE: Thermostat options - from LoweSeaton@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:27:32 EDT From: LoweSeaton@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Thermostat options I'll argue you have it the other way around based upon BMW's desire to meet emission standards. My '95 M3 had an 88C T-stat originally but when I went to replace it, I was sold a 92C T-stat. I questioned it and was told the 92C T-stat part number superseded the old 88C T-stat. It makes sense. A slightly hotter T-stat will marginally improve emissions so I'm sure BMW started using the 92C T-stat in later models. I've been using the 92C T-stat ever since with no problems. I can't see how the thermostat makes any difference when the actual (safe) operating temperature for the coolant is 120C. Neil Maller has an excellent treatise on this subject. I've had no problems whatsoever removing my fan, stock electric fan switch, and 92C T-stat and I'm in Dallas. I do avoid stop and go rush hour traffic because I have a second car for commuting but I'm not afraid of any normal street driving. YMMV, Lowell Seaton '95 M3 --------------------------------- In a message dated 6/20/06 4:47:17 PM Central Daylight Time, kim.l.burgess@boeing.com writes: I believe all (96+) Ms came with a 88C T-stat. My wife's' 328 came with a 92C (verify in realoem.com), I recently swapped it for an 88C. 80C might work but would don't want to run to cold.
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#7. Re: [E36M3] RE: Thermostat options - from Jack - Elephant Motorsports
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 23:48:38 -0400 From: "Jack - Elephant Motorsports" <jack@elephantmotorsports.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Thermostat options The 88C version is still availble via aftermarket sources. Not that it applies here but there is a 65C version for euro and S54 motors. Jack Money Elephant Motorsports http://www.elephantmotorsports.com On 6/20/06, LoweSeaton@aol.com <LoweSeaton@aol.com> wrote: > > Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 22:27:32 EDT > From: LoweSeaton@aol.com > Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Thermostat options > > > I'll argue you have it the other way around based upon BMW's desire > to meet > emission standards. My '95 M3 had an 88C T-stat originally but when > I went > to replace it, I was sold a 92C T-stat. I questioned it and was told the > 92C > T-stat part number superseded the old 88C T-stat. It makes sense. A > slightly hotter T-stat will marginally improve emissions so I'm sure BMW > started > using the 92C T-stat in later models. > > I've been using the 92C T-stat ever since with no problems. I can't see > how > the thermostat makes any difference when the actual (safe) operating > temperature for the coolant is 120C. Neil Maller has an excellent > treatise on this > subject. I've had no problems whatsoever removing my fan, stock electric > fan > switch, and 92C T-stat and I'm in Dallas. I do avoid stop and go rush > hour > traffic because I have a second car for commuting but I'm not afraid of > any > normal street driving. > > YMMV, > > Lowell Seaton > '95 M3 > --------------------------------- > > In a message dated 6/20/06 4:47:17 PM Central Daylight Time, > kim.l.burgess@boeing.com writes: > > I believe all (96+) Ms came with a 88C T-stat. My wife's' 328 came with > a 92C (verify in realoem.com), I recently swapped it for an 88C. 80C > might work but would don't want to run to cold.
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#8. Re: ABS/ASC lights - from Jason Lombard
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:16:57 -0700 (PDT) From: Jason Lombard <jrlombard@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: ABS/ASC lights Matthew, I had a similar problem with the ASC and ABS lights on my '96 M3. I just did a track day with the Rocky Mountain Chapter this last weekend and the ABS light came on during the very first session (the ASC light was already on because the tractional control was disabled). After that session it never came on again. So following Neil's theory on practical experience, all your car needs is a track day to fix itself. ;-) Jason Lombard '96 M3 Dakar/Black The same day my water pump went out, my dash lit up with the ASC and ABS lights. I also threw a check engine light, but that's another thread. The Bentley manual just says to clean and inspect, and if no visual faults can be found have the system diagnosed by and authorized BMW dealer. If cleaning and inspecting yield no results, is there anyway that I can troubleshoot to determine which wheel speed sensor is bad, if any? Thanks, Matthew 98 M3/4 __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
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#9. Re: [E36M3] Re: ABS/ASC lights - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 21:32:11 -0700 (PDT) From: "Jim Bassett" <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Re: ABS/ASC lights On Tue, June 20, 2006 9:26 pm, Jason Lombard said: > So following Neil's theory on practical experience, > all your car needs is a track day to fix itself. ;-) LOL! That goes without saying. Wait, that probably explains the issues I've been having with the M3 lately. Dammit! :-) Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 - STILL retired from the track 1993 325is #44 JP - reason for above :-)
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#10. RTABs, FCABs, and other bushings... - from Dave Heckendorf
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Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:52:55 -0700 From: "Dave Heckendorf" <daveheckendorf@gmail.com> Subject: RTABs, FCABs, and other bushings... First, thanks to all for your help in my search for a new replacement suspension for my '98 M3/4! Before I placed my order (I'm still trying to decide between the TCK Sporting Suspension Kit (with Externally Adjustable Rear Shocks either of the S/A or D/A Coilover Systems), so I figured I'd get under the car and take a look around to see what else I might need...: - The RTABs appear to be neraly/completely gone (evidence of the bushing flexing to the point that the bushing is rubbing. - The FCABs are cracked, so I'm figuring they should get replaced as well. - There is a small amount of play in the front rack, particularly on the driver's side, I think it's the Tie Rods (any idea if this would be limited to the outer ball joint such that I only need to replace the outer ends, or if I should just bite the bullet and replace the whole assemblies?). - I already knew the Guibo was going, but when i was searching Bimmerparts, I also came across a "Driveshaft Bushing<http://catalog.eautopartscatalog.com/zygmunt/wizard.jsp?partner=zygmunt&clientid=bimmerparts.com&baseurl=http://www.bimmerparts.com/&cookieid=1TV0WDR411TY07MR0U&year=1998&make=BM&model=M3--003&category=K&part=Driveshaft+Bushing> "??? - Should I also be replacing the Upper/Lower Control/Trailing Arm Bushings/Ball Joints (??help with the inventory??)? - What about the Sway Bar End Links (both front and rear, particularly given that I'm probably going to end up slightly lowered, vs factory stock, and that I've already got Eibach Sways)? Should I consider adjustables. RTAB options include: - Stock replacement (with or w/o GC Street Stability Kit) - Powerflex Urethane from Bimmerworld - Delrin from a number of sources (TCK, BW, etc), though these would seem too firm for most folks street cars? - Spherical mounts (again, basically for track only cars). FCAB options include (all of which should be centered for a '98 M3/4, right?): - Stock replacement - Solid Rubber replacement - Powerflex Urethane from BW - Delrin from a number of sources (TCK, BW, etc), though these would seem too firm for most folks street cars? - Spherical mounts (again, basically for track only cars). For the other bushings/ball joints it looks to be either stock replacements, or Powerflex Urethane from BW, and there doesn't appear to be any options on the Guibo (but I still don't know where that Driveshaft Bushing belongs)... Am I missing anything?!?!? I'm also guessing that the RSMs should have new gaskets and reinforcement plates if they don't already? Thanks!, Dave
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#11. Sunroof that does close? - from Dave Heckendorf
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Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:55:21 -0700 From: "Dave Heckendorf" <daveheckendorf@gmail.com> Subject: Sunroof that does close? Anybody have their sunroof not close if allowed to fully open? I can pop the panel and close it ~1 inch and then the motor works; but, not if the sunroof is allowed to open fully... Thanks, Dave