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#1. Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? - from Chester Wong
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 11:28:52 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Not to mention that plugs are cheap and coils aren't. --- Jim Bassett <jim@jimbassett.com> wrote: > But in general, spark plugs need to be > changed more frequently than the coils, so I'd start there :-)
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#2. Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? - from Chester Wong
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 11:29:45 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Nope...no antiseize. Just thread the new ones in and torque up to spec. Chester --- Peter Loron <peterloron@gmail.com> wrote: > Now for the $0.23 Question: should I put anti-seize on the plug threads and > if so, what type (copper)? I've seen conflicting recommendations.
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#3. RE: Running rough, bad coil? - from Burgess, Kim L
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 11:55:09 -0700 From: "Burgess, Kim L" <kim.l.burgess@boeing.com> Subject: RE: Running rough, bad coil? There is a good bit of controversy here. Some say use oil, others anti-seize, while others recommend nothing. http://www.pelicanparts.com/bmw/techarticles/E36-Spark-Plugs/E36-Spark-P lugs.htm KLB -------------------- 10 -------------------- Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 11:23:58 -0700 From: "Peter Loron" <peterloron@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Ok, thanks for the info. I did note that the coils all have a date on them (March 17, 1998) which is roughly the build date of the car... Now for the $0.23 Question: should I put anti-seize on the plug threads and if so, what type (copper)? I've seen conflicting recommendations. Thanks! Pete
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#4. Re: [E36M3] RE: Running rough, bad coil? - from Jim Bassett
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 12:56:15 -0700 (PDT) From: "Jim Bassett" <jim@jimbassett.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] RE: Running rough, bad coil? On Mon, October 16, 2006 11:56 am, Burgess, Kim L said: > There is a good bit of controversy here. Some say use oil, others > anti-seize, while others recommend nothing. I tend to use a very TINY dab of anti-sieze, but as indicated, there's no definitive "right" way. I think the most important thing, though, is torque them properly. The first plug change I did myself I just tightened "by feel", thinking I knew how tight to make 'em <snort>. About a week later the car developed a really rough idle. Turned out one of the plugs vibrated loose. Immediately bought a 3/8" small-range torque wrench :-) Thread them in by hand, then finish by torquing properly. Jim Bassett 1998 M3/4 1993 325is #44 JP
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#5. RE: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? - from Paul L Fisher
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 15:41:47 -0500 From: "Paul L Fisher" <bmw@paul-fisher.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Why not? I put copper anti-seize on mine. I am fairly sure (don't have manual at work) that the manual says to. Paul L Fisher 2000 M Roadster E36/7 S52 Cosmos Black Metallic 1989 325ix E30 M20 Cinnabar Red Become a BMW CCA Member! Elkhorn, WI. -----Original Message----- From: Chester Wong [mailto:chester_p_wong@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, October 16, 2006 1:38 PM To: E36M3 Subject: Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 11:29:45 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] Running rough, bad coil? Nope...no antiseize. Just thread the new ones in and torque up to spec. Chester --- Peter Loron <peterloron@gmail.com> wrote: > Now for the $0.23 Question: should I put anti-seize on the plug threads and > if so, what type (copper)? I've seen conflicting recommendations. ************************************************* 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 ************************************************* -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.4/476 - Release Date: 10/14/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.4/476 - Release Date: 10/14/2006
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#6. observation: new tires and alignment - from Kelvin
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 14:57:40 -0700 From: Kelvin <mpower@obikwan.com> Subject: observation: new tires and alignment All, This is kind of a mindless observation, but I thought it might provide a data point for others. My '95 had 235/40-17 Michelin Pilot Sport I's on them. The fronts are pretty worn (as my previous pictures in relation to HPDEs pointed out) but the rears had lots of meat left on them. I recently picked up a set of SO3s from TireRack during their blowout. I got them in 225/45-17 as many on the list suggested. Just had them mounted and balanced this past friday. The car definitely is a lot "smoother" riding now. Prior to the SO3s with the PS1s, the car felt "harsh" and rough. I had rode in my friend's '98 with the staggered setup and his car felt smoother. I guess moving from a 235/40 to a 225/45 makes a difference! that extra sidewall makes a world of difference! I haven't really tried to take any turns or anything with the SO3s yet. They aren't broken in yet, but just in general driving they feel good. They are definitely quieter than the PS1s. One other thing is that I got an alignment along with the new tires. The shop said my car was not out of spec by very much. The car tramlines a lot LESS now! Before with the PS1s the car would tramline all over the place. I'm not sure if that tramlining was a function of the tire or the alignment. That's all. Just wanted to point out some observations for others.
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#7. E36 Rear Wheel Bearings - from Neil Maller
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 18:33:25 -0400 From: Neil Maller <neil.maller@gte.net> Subject: E36 Rear Wheel Bearings We're planning to do a rear wheel bearing R&R on a friend's 325i race car this Friday. We'll have the proper installation tool (on loan from a friend, thanks Jack!) and a well equipped garage, but the job itself will be a first for both of us. Anyone BTDT, have hints/tips/gotchas? Neil Fort Wayne, IN 96 M3 - Bastard child 03 525iT - Sterling Grey Metallic 05 Mini - Cooper S with LSD
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#8. RE: [E36M3] observation: new tires and alignment - from Paul L Fisher
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 17:53:42 -0500 From: "Paul L Fisher" <bmw@paul-fisher.com> Subject: RE: [E36M3] observation: new tires and alignment The 225-45 have a sidewall of 101.25mm whereas the 235-40 had a sidewall of 94mm. 7.25 mm different. Paul L Fisher 2000 M Roadster E36/7 S52 Cosmos Black Metallic 1989 325ix E30 M20 Cinnabar Red Become a BMW CCA Member! Elkhorn, WI. -----Original Message----- From: Kelvin [mailto:mpower@obikwan.com] Sent: Monday, October 16, 2006 4:56 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [E36M3] observation: new tires and alignment Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 14:57:40 -0700 From: Kelvin <mpower@obikwan.com> Subject: observation: new tires and alignment All, This is kind of a mindless observation, but I thought it might provide a data point for others. My '95 had 235/40-17 Michelin Pilot Sport I's on them. The fronts are pretty worn (as my previous pictures in relation to HPDEs pointed out) but the rears had lots of meat left on them. I recently picked up a set of SO3s from TireRack during their blowout. I got them in 225/45-17 as many on the list suggested. Just had them mounted and balanced this past friday. The car definitely is a lot "smoother" riding now. Prior to the SO3s with the PS1s, the car felt "harsh" and rough. I had rode in my friend's '98 with the staggered setup and his car felt smoother. I guess moving from a 235/40 to a 225/45 makes a difference! that extra sidewall makes a world of difference! I haven't really tried to take any turns or anything with the SO3s yet. They aren't broken in yet, but just in general driving they feel good. They are definitely quieter than the PS1s. One other thing is that I got an alignment along with the new tires. The shop said my car was not out of spec by very much. The car tramlines a lot LESS now! Before with the PS1s the car would tramline all over the place. I'm not sure if that tramlining was a function of the tire or the alignment. That's all. Just wanted to point out some observations for others. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.4/476 - Release Date: 10/14/2006
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#9.Any hardcore EEs (like designing circuits) out there? - from Chester Wong
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 16:00:20 -0700 (PDT) From: Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> Subject: <OT> Any hardcore EEs (like designing circuits) out there? I need some help with some stuff and was wondering if I could bounce some ideas around. Please contact me privately. Thanks, Chester
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#10. Re: [E36M3]Any hardcore EEs (like designing circuits) out there? - from Carlos Lopez
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Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 21:12:46 -0400 From: "Carlos Lopez" <clopez98m3@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] <OT> Any hardcore EEs (like designing circuits) out there? On 10/16/06, Chester Wong <chester_p_wong@yahoo.com> wrote: > > >I need some help with some stuff and was wondering if I could bounce some > ideas > >around. Please contact me privately. I think the Bassett hound is an EE. :-) -Carlos 98 M3