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#1. WTB: aftermarket drivers seat - from Shelhart2@aol.com
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:02:32 EDT From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: WTB: aftermarket drivers seat I've tried to fix my broken drivers seat (previous owner must have heavily leaned on the outside when getting in and out as the back is physically cracked). It drives me nuts in a decent corner as my left side isn't held firm. Even if I could fix it successfully, it still lacks the support I'd like. I'm not in love with the vader seats anyway and want a streetable aftermarket solution (drive to work) that won't break the bank. I'm ok with something used as long it is in good condition. Recaro or the like preferably in something other than "boy racer" colors - black would be great. I 'll leave the passenger seat alone as it looks and feels fine. Any suggestions on what to go with and anything to consider when thinking of the fit (kit requirements for fitting into an E36 coupe)? TIA. Shel Orlando, Fl 1995 M3 (coupe) 2002 Boxster S (with new Borla exhaust, coil overs, and firm seats :) ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com
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#2. RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat - from Marco Romani
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:07:12 -0700 From: "Marco Romani" <marco@corsa-na.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat I just sold a set of Recaro Topline Sport. Really nice seats, way better than the vaders and fit the M3 interior perfectly. Marco -----Original Message----- From: Shelhart2@aol.com [mailto:Shelhart2@aol.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:02 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:02:32 EDT From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: WTB: aftermarket drivers seat I've tried to fix my broken drivers seat (previous owner must have heavily leaned on the outside when getting in and out as the back is physically cracked). It drives me nuts in a decent corner as my left side isn't held firm. Even if I could fix it successfully, it still lacks the support I'd like. I'm not in love with the vader seats anyway and want a streetable aftermarket solution (drive to work) that won't break the bank. I'm ok with something used as long it is in good condition. Recaro or the like preferably in something other than "boy racer" colors - black would be great. I 'll leave the passenger seat alone as it looks and feels fine. Any suggestions on what to go with and anything to consider when thinking of the fit (kit requirements for fitting into an E36 coupe)? TIA. Shel Orlando, Fl 1995 M3 (coupe) 2002 Boxster S (with new Borla exhaust, coil overs, and firm seats :) ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.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 ************************************************* No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.485 / Virus Database: 269.13.14/999 - Release Date: 9/10/2007 5:43 PM
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#3. RE: OT: 335i - from Rich Dorffer
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 23:37:36 -0400 From: "Rich Dorffer" <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> Subject: RE: OT: 335i > From: "Ahmad Lutfeali" <m3_racer99@hotmail.com> > > On a side note (regarding tracking fat cats), the new E93 M3 is going to > be > a 3600lb car with 415hp and 300tq. > > For the value, I am seriously considering a 335i. Add a diff, KW Variant > 3s, > brake ducting, chip and exhaust you have a car which is 200lbs lighter > than > the M3 variant, same horsepower and 200 more ft tq. Add 275 R comps to the > mix and you have a track terrorizer which you can drive everyday with > ease. 200 lbs lighter? Not sure where you figured that, the 335i Coupe is 3,582 lbs. Also, the E93 is the convertible, E92 is coupe, E90 sedan, E91 touring. Regards, Rich
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#4. RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i - from Marco Romani
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 21:00:47 -0700 From: "Marco Romani" <marco@corsa-na.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i Which brings me to the question - why all the different 9x numbers for this iteration of the 3 series? The 93 comes in at nearly 4K lbs. <oink> But I still want one with a diesel. Marco -----Original Message----- From: Rich Dorffer [mailto:E36M3Digest@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 8:42 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 23:37:36 -0400 From: "Rich Dorffer" <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> Subject: RE: OT: 335i > From: "Ahmad Lutfeali" <m3_racer99@hotmail.com> > > On a side note (regarding tracking fat cats), the new E93 M3 is going > to be a 3600lb car with 415hp and 300tq. > > For the value, I am seriously considering a 335i. Add a diff, KW > Variant 3s, brake ducting, chip and exhaust you have a car which is > 200lbs lighter than > the M3 variant, same horsepower and 200 more ft tq. Add 275 R comps to the > mix and you have a track terrorizer which you can drive everyday with > ease. 200 lbs lighter? Not sure where you figured that, the 335i Coupe is 3,582 lbs. Also, the E93 is the convertible, E92 is coupe, E90 sedan, E91 touring. Regards, Rich ************************************************* 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: 7.5.485 / Virus Database: 269.13.14/999 - Release Date: 9/10/2007 5:43 PM
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#5. Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i - from Rich Dorffer
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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:19:23 -0400 From: "Rich Dorffer" <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i On 9/12/07, Marco Romani <marco@corsa-na.com> wrote: > > Which brings me to the question - why all the different 9x numbers for > this > iteration of the 3 series? And BMW didn't start this with the E9X either, they did it with the 7 series (E65 and E66), the 5 series (E61 and E63), the 6 series (E63 and E64) and the Z4 (E85 and E86). BMW uses the EXX codes for different chassis designations, maybe they have expanded it to avoid confusion between the sedans (of different lengths), coupe, touring and convertible. At this rate, they are going to have used up all the practical two digit numerical codes soon. Regards, Rich
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#6. Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i - from Raza Uddin
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Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:30:54 -0700 From: "Raza Uddin" <raza.uddin@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i On 9/11/07, Rich Dorffer <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> wrote: > > At this rate, they are going to have used up all the practical two digit > numerical codes soon. Yup. I've read that the designation for the next 7er is going to be "F01" and will move to FXX codes for the most of the models for all the next generations. Drive Safely, Raza
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#7. RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i - from Paul L Fisher
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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:27:23 -0500 From: "Paul L Fisher" <bmw@paul-fisher.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i Actually, it started with the E36. There are E36/7 and E36/8 (M Roadster, M Coupe) 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: Rich Dorffer [mailto:E36M3Digest@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 11:22 PM To: E36M3 Subject: Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:19:23 -0400 From: "Rich Dorffer" <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i On 9/12/07, Marco Romani <marco@corsa-na.com> wrote: > > Which brings me to the question - why all the different 9x numbers for > this > iteration of the 3 series? And BMW didn't start this with the E9X either, they did it with the 7 series (E65 and E66), the 5 series (E61 and E63), the 6 series (E63 and E64) and the Z4 (E85 and E86). BMW uses the EXX codes for different chassis designations, maybe they have expanded it to avoid confusion between the sedans (of different lengths), coupe, touring and convertible. At this rate, they are going to have used up all the practical two digit numerical codes soon. Regards, Rich ************************************************* 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: 7.5.485 / Virus Database: 269.13.14/999 - Release Date: 9/10/2007 5:43 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.485 / Virus Database: 269.13.15/1002 - Release Date: 9/11/2007 5:46 PM
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#8. Re: [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat - from Carlos Lopez
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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:12:17 -0400 From: "Carlos Lopez" <clopez98m3@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat On 9/11/07, Shelhart2@aol.com <Shelhart2@aol.com> wrote: > I've tried to fix my broken drivers seat (previous owner must have heavily > leaned on the outside when getting in and out as the back is physically > cracked). It drives me nuts in a decent corner as my left side isn't held firm. > Even if I could fix it successfully, it still lacks the support I'd like. > > I'm not in love with the vader seats anyway and want a streetable > aftermarket solution (drive to work) that won't break the bank. I'm ok with something > used as long it is in good condition. Recaro or the like preferably in > something other than "boy racer" colors - black would be great. I 'll leave the > passenger seat alone as it looks and feels fine. Any suggestions on what to > go with and anything to consider when thinking of the fit (kit requirements > for fitting into an E36 coupe)? TIA. I'm selling my E30 and therefore my Recaro SRD goes for sale as well, black cloth with some red stitching in some places. I love that seat but I'm not putting that into an E39. I want $400 for the seat. I also have a set of tckline adapter brackets and some Recaro sliders to go with it that I didn't use in the E30 (obviously). Contact me offline if you're interested and I'll put a price on everything. Carlos 98 M3 on Momo race seats 89 325i FS and the Recaro is already out of it :-)
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#9. RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat - from Matt Bader
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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:58:55 -0400 From: "Matt Bader" <mbader@exammaster.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat Marco: Do you know off hand the weight of those seats and their retail price? Tia, Matt Bader 98 M3/4 -----Original Message----- From: Marco Romani [mailto:marco@corsa-na.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 11:12 PM To: E36M3 Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 20:07:12 -0700 From: "Marco Romani" <marco@corsa-na.com> Subject: RE: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat I just sold a set of Recaro Topline Sport. Really nice seats, way better than the vaders and fit the M3 interior perfectly. Marco -----Original Message----- From: Shelhart2@aol.com [mailto:Shelhart2@aol.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:02 PM To: E36M3 Subject: [e36m3] [E36M3] WTB: aftermarket drivers seat Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:02:32 EDT From: Shelhart2@aol.com Subject: WTB: aftermarket drivers seat I've tried to fix my broken drivers seat (previous owner must have heavily leaned on the outside when getting in and out as the back is physically cracked). It drives me nuts in a decent corner as my left side isn't held firm. Even if I could fix it successfully, it still lacks the support I'd like. I'm not in love with the vader seats anyway and want a streetable aftermarket solution (drive to work) that won't break the bank. I'm ok with something used as long it is in good condition. Recaro or the like preferably in something other than "boy racer" colors - black would be great. I 'll leave the passenger seat alone as it looks and feels fine. Any suggestions on what to go with and anything to consider when thinking of the fit (kit requirements for fitting into an E36 coupe)? TIA. Shel Orlando, Fl 1995 M3 (coupe) 2002 Boxster S (with new Borla exhaust, coil overs, and firm seats :) ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.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 ************************************************* No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.485 / Virus Database: 269.13.14/999 - Release Date: 9/10/2007 5:43 PM ************************************************* 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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#10. Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i - from Rich Dorffer
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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:29:51 -0400 From: "Rich Dorffer" <E36M3Digest@gmail.com> Subject: Re: [e36m3] [E36M3] RE: OT: 335i On 9/12/07, Paul L Fisher <bmw@paul-fisher.com> wrote: > > Actually, it started with the E36. There are E36/7 and E36/8 (M Roadster, > M > Coupe) I wasn't really counting those as they are still E36 and the general EXX designation is still intact. Many systems within BMW doesn't even recognize the /7 or the /8, even major programs like the parts system. Regards, Rich