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#1. Factory temp gauge sender replacement? - from Peter Loron
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Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 09:51:17 -0700 From: "Peter Loron" <peterloron@gmail.com> Subject: Factory temp gauge sender replacement? As I understand it, the issue with the factoty water temp gauge being much less useful than it could be is that the sender is heavily damped. Has anybody investigated replacing just the sender with a more responsive unit that otherwise has the same specs? Pete 98 M3/4
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Cyclone Separator, Valve Cover Gasket and O2 Sensors - from Raza Uddin
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Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 10:09:46 -0700 From: "Raza Uddin" <raza.uddin@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Cyclone Separator, Valve Cover Gasket and O2 Sensors On 6/23/06, dgcrum@jps.net <dgcrum@jps.net> wrote: > > The pre-cat O2 sensors are the regulation sensors that the ECU uses to > adjust fuel mixture. The post-cat sensors are used by the OBD-II section of > the ECO simply to monitor the efficiency of the cats. I replaced only the > pre-cat sensors based on Ramon LF's recommendation and that solved the > similar CE and drivability issues my '96 was suffering a few months ago with > no reoccurances. I talked with Ramon too, and he recommended replacing the pre-cat O2s for my CEL, even though it seems to be a post cat issue. If you don't mind me asking, what was the cause of your CEL? The cyclone filter can be cleaned out. All it does is capture the oil vapor > and send it back to the oil pan via the lower end of the dipstick tube > (that's a technical term...) Check the o-ring that seals the dipstick tube > to the pan as a potential source of leaks. I will trying cleaning out the current filter before buying a new one. I'll also be sure to check that o-ring. Thanks! Drive Safely, Raza
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#3. security problem resolved - from tim g
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Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 11:32:20 -0700 (PDT) From: tim g <shaggy62832003@yahoo.com> Subject: security problem resolved about 30 minutes after posting the problem i had inspected the trunk area because i noticed my trunk light would remain on with the car running and the trunk closed(dropped th back seats down) noticed the little sensor button thing wasn't being depressed all the way. readjusted it a lil' and problem was resolved thank you guys for the help..i love this forum. --------------------------------- Sneak preview the all-new Yahoo.com. It's not radically different. Just radically better.
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#4. RE: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente - from kim.burgess@att.net
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 04:58:30 +0000 From: kim.burgess@att.net Subject: RE: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente Except Zionsville has that covered as well, except it looks to have gone up in price by about $400 in the past year - http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/store/shop.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=6134&Product_Code=E36SCCK&Category_Code=CCS -------------------- 6 -------------------- Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 03:04:03 EDT From: LoweSeaton@aol.com Subject: Re: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente Jeff asks: Is there any significant advantage to spending the extra money? (for aluminum radiator) Lowe responds: Yes. You will have much greater cooling capacity. Neil Maller was an early adopter of an aftermarket aluminum radiator. He reported a very significant drop in oil temperature. In fact, he might have gotten a greater drop in oil temperature from the aluminum radiator than his oil cooler. If you are thinking of making your M3 a track car, I'd recommend the aluminum radiator before adding an oil cooler. By all accounts, adding an oil cooler to our U.S. M3's is a PITA. See if you even need an oil cooler after the radiator.<snip> :-) Lowell Seaton '95 M3
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#5. RE : radiator replacement - from kim.burgess@att.net
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 05:00:19 +0000 From: kim.burgess@att.net Subject: RE : radiator replacement ooppps!!! here is the one I was looking for - http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/store/shop.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=6134&Product_Code=E36ARIOC&Category_Code=CCS KLB
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#6. Re: [E36M3] RE: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente - from Jack - Elephant Motorsports
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 11:44:21 -0400 From: "Jack - Elephant Motorsports" <jack@elephantmotorsports.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente I'm in the process of installing this set up on a customer car (minus the oil cooler for the time being, can add it later) and it's quite nice. The aluminum reservoir is simply awesome, very well done. I wish the fan shroud did not cover so much of the surface area but at least on this particular variety with the little rubber flappers there will be increased air flow at speed. We (meaning Carlos) also installed the wiring relay for the fan switch, maybe not necessary but the end result is slick and very clean looking, nearly factory. Can't wait to get the car out to Gman to see how temps are when I set up the improved suspension, I'll report back on it. Jack Money Elephant Motorsports http://www.elephantmotorsports.com On 6/25/06, kim.burgess@att.net <kim.burgess@att.net> wrote: > > Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 04:58:30 +0000 > From: kim.burgess@att.net > Subject: RE: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente > > Except Zionsville has that covered as well, except it looks to have gone > up in price by about $400 in the past year - > > http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/store/shop.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=6134&Product_Code=E36SCCK&Category_Code=CCS > > > -------------------- 6 -------------------- > Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2006 03:04:03 EDT > From: LoweSeaton@aol.com > Subject: Re: Radiator Replacement - Thunderhill + August = muy caliente > > Jeff asks: > Is there any significant advantage to spending the extra money? (for > aluminum radiator) > Lowe responds: > Yes. You will have much greater cooling capacity. Neil Maller was an > early adopter of an aftermarket aluminum radiator. He reported a very > significant drop in oil temperature. In fact, he might have gotten > a greater drop in oil temperature from the aluminum radiator than his > oil cooler. If you are thinking of making your M3 a track car, I'd > recommend the aluminum radiator before adding an oil cooler. By all > accounts, adding an oil cooler to our U.S. M3's is a PITA. See if you > even need an oil cooler after the radiator.<snip> :-) Lowell Seaton '95 > M3
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#7. RSM Serious Problem - from Mark D
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 18:03:04 -0400 From: Mark D <mdlkml@atari-source.com> Subject: RSM Serious Problem Hello guys, After replacing my rear shock mounts after a few months, I started getting a different type of clunk from the rear. I suspected the part I didn't replace, rear trailing arm bushings or rear subframe bushings. But in a matter of a few days it went from light to broken. The passenger rear shock mount broke free of the mount and ripped both bolt holes out and part of the center hole. There's plenty of metal left. If I hammer and twist the metal back into position and then use a reinforcement plate is it likely to hold or am I signing up for disaster. I can have it welded but I'd like to avoid that. I can snap pictures if people really need to see that, but just imagine a pretty bad case scenario. The center ring is broken on one side and pulled all the way to that bolt hole. The other bolt hole the nut just ripped right through. It's a really awful feeling seeing my M in this kind of pain. PS: I did everything to spec, I have no idea why it broke. The drivers side is fine. My guess is cracking due to age and stress over time. Thanks, Mark
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#8. Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem - from Rex Tener
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 15:41:22 -0700 From: Rex Tener <rex_tener@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem At 03:06 PM 6/25/2006, Mark D wrote: >There's plenty of metal left. If I hammer and twist the metal back into >position and then use a reinforcement plate is it likely to hold or am I >signing up for disaster. I can have it welded but I'd like to avoid >that. I can snap pictures if people really need to see that, but just >imagine a pretty bad case scenario. The center ring is broken on one >side and pulled all the way to that bolt hole. The other bolt hole the >nut just ripped right through. I believe BMW sells a repair kit for fixing the rear shock tower. Here are some pictures of rear shock tower repair work from TC Design in Northern California: <http://www.tcdesignfab.com/e36rearshocktower.html> <http://www.tcdesignfab.com/vic_e36chassis.html> Rex
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#9. Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem - from Mdriver13@aol.com
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 20:07:58 EDT From: Mdriver13@aol.com Subject: Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem In a message dated 6/25/2006 6:07:02 PM Eastern Standard Time, mdlkml@atari-source.com writes: PS: I did everything to spec, I have no idea why it broke. The drivers side is fine. My guess is cracking due to age and stress over time. Mark, What kind of RSM's are you using?? Bob Gill 97 ///M3 coupe (sponsored by Wheel Collision Center & JT-Designs) Philly Region SCCA 2005 Philly Region BSP Champion
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#10. FW: m3 flipped - from tim ng
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 22:27:31 -0400 From: "tim ng" <s14realm3@hotmail.com> Subject: FW: m3 flipped not quiet e30 related but the cage in this car saved the driver http://s25.photobucket.com/albums/c72/everybodylikepi/?action=view¤t=m3flipmp4.flv 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 >From: Brad Moriarty <bmoriarty2004@yahoo.com> >To: tim ng <s14realm3@hotmail.com>, Nitin Shanbhag <ngs88@aol.com>, Gary >Forlenza <gforlenza@wffoothill.com> >Subject: m3 flipped >Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 19:23:58 -0700 (PDT) > >http://s25.photobucket.com/albums/c72/everybodylikepi/?action=view¤t=m3flipmp4.flv > >--------------------------------- >Why keep checking for Mail? The all-new Yahoo! Mail Beta shows you when >there are new messages.
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#11. Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem - from Mark D.
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 22:31:28 -0400 From: "Mark D." <mdlkml@atari-source.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem On Sun, 2006-06-25 at 20:07 -0400, Mdriver13@aol.com wrote: > In a message dated 6/25/2006 6:07:02 PM Eastern Standard Time, > mdlkml@atari-source.com writes: > PS: I did everything to spec, I have no idea why it broke. > The drivers > side is fine. My guess is cracking due to age and stress over > time. > Mark, > > What kind of RSM's are you using?? Factory E46. Thanks, Mark
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#12. Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem - from Mark D.
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Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2006 22:32:37 -0400 From: "Mark D." <mdlkml@atari-source.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RSM Serious Problem On Sun, 2006-06-25 at 15:41 -0700, Rex Tener wrote: > At 03:06 PM 6/25/2006, Mark D wrote: > >There's plenty of metal left. If I hammer and twist the metal back into > >position and then use a reinforcement plate is it likely to hold or am I > >signing up for disaster. I can have it welded but I'd like to avoid > >that. I can snap pictures if people really need to see that, but just > >imagine a pretty bad case scenario. The center ring is broken on one > >side and pulled all the way to that bolt hole. The other bolt hole the > >nut just ripped right through. > > I believe BMW sells a repair kit for fixing the rear shock > tower. Here are some pictures of rear shock tower repair work from > TC Design in Northern California: > > <http://www.tcdesignfab.com/e36rearshocktower.html> > > <http://www.tcdesignfab.com/vic_e36chassis.html> > > Rex > Could a competent local welder install this properly? At any suggested cost? Mine does not look that bad. Most of hte underlying metal is still there such that if you hammer it out flat again, the RSM brace might provide good support. Is there a part number for this? Thanks, Mark