The BMW UUC Digest
Volume 3 : Issue 331 : "text" Format
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Re: Car For Sale Ad?
Re: E30 brake upgrade
Re: E30 brake upgrade
FS: 1991 525i
2003 E39 M5 For Sale, Washington, DC
Re: Unix Nerd
Need Used Cylinder Head - '97 528i
Re: Need Used Cylinder Head - '97 528i
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Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2006 16:39:31 -0800
From: "Scott & Charlotte Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "UUC Digest" <bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com>
Subject: Re: Car For Sale Ad?
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Besides what the others said, the general rule is that private party
ads are premitted (don't abuse the privilege, though), while
commercial advertising (i.e. you sell cars or stuff for a living)
require prior approval of the list owner (hi Rob). When in doubt, do
what Rob says. :^)
Scott Miller
GGC BMW CCA
Nothing presently for sale
>Date: Tue, 05 Dec 2006 14:29:19 -0500
>From: David Hwang <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>To: bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com
>Subject: Car For Sale Ad?
>Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>
>Can this forum be used to post a car-for-sale ad?
>
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Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2006 22:50:21 -0500
From: "Stan Jackson Jr." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com>
Subject: Re: E30 brake upgrade
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
I've got some significant experience with E30 brakes, and here is my input:
1. Big bucks on Wilwood calipers??? When I had my custom Wilwood setup
designed way back around 1996, Wilwoods were cheap! Cheap to buy AND cheap
in construction (can you say CRAP -- poor manufacturing quality and
supposedly way too flexible a caliper -- but my application was very tough
to fit, so not many options). Later, I had a problem with the brakes that
actually turned out to be a LEAK in the SIDE of the Wilwood caliper!!! YES,
a tiny hole right in the side of the caliper!!! Wilwood never responded to
my letters ... That is one company I would NOT choose to do business with
again.
2. 25mm master cylinder with STOCK brakes (regardless of pad): I love this
upgrade. However, it is definitely NOT for everyone -- or almost anyone.
If you like modulation, forget it. This takes it away. You better be able
to modulate very well on your own. Even I find it impossible to autocross
with this and stock brakes. And street braking is compromised in certain
situations as well (emergency/panic for example). I would generally not
allow friends to drive my car like this on the street. On the track, where
virtually all your braking is anticipated, it is very nice. But still,
greatly reduced modulation abilities. If you install larger volume
calipers, the 25mm upgrade is more generally appropriate.
3. I agree that you will not save money going with a new conversion. If
VW, E28, or some other brakes were an easy bolt-on, it would have been done
already. You'll spend hours and/or dollars getting something like that to
work. If you want to do your own kit, do it yourself or do it for your own
reasons, but don't do it to save time or money.
4. Stainless steel brake lines are an absolute waste of time, and are
generally a downgrade. I've had more than one burst. Try cutting open an
old BMW factory brake line -- SURPRISE! they are stainless steel inside as
well. And they have a super durable, super thick rubber coating (better
than any aftermarket brakeline) that allows them to last for decades and
hundreds of thousands of miles -- a proven fact. Buy BMW factory lines.
5. Stock E30 brakes with appropriate pads (I prefer a form of race pads
even on the street, but not everyone will) do provide excellent braking.
6. Regardless, I'll find a way to use ALL the brake you give me --
guaranteed. It is extremely difficult to provide brakes that are "too"
effective for a track car. Street car is different.
Stan
> Date: Fri, 01 Dec 2006 00:47:01 +0000
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: E30 brake upgrade
>
> My fiance is going to give me the money to upgrade the brakes on my E30
318iS for Christmas.
> Now I've looked at many options for the upgrade over the years. But short
of spending big $ on Wilwood calipers I see a cheaper option.>
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Date: Wed, 06 Dec 2006 23:41:42 -0500
From: KMS- Brett Anderson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Stan Jackson Jr." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>,
UUC Digest <bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com>
Subject: Re: E30 brake upgrade
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
10 years later, I wouldn't be too harsh on Wilwood.
They are, by far, the most reputable caliper in the amateur US racing
world. I can't speak for the pros, because I don't really follow those
series, but most of the SCCA open classes run Wilwood. Most Trans Am
racers too.
Brett Anderson
KMS
Stan Jackson Jr. wrote:
> I've got some significant experience with E30 brakes, and here is my input:
>
> 1. Big bucks on Wilwood calipers??? When I had my custom Wilwood setup
> designed way back around 1996, Wilwoods were cheap! Cheap to buy AND cheap
> in construction (can you say CRAP -- poor manufacturing quality and
> supposedly way too flexible a caliper -- but my application was very tough
> to fit, so not many options). Later, I had a problem with the brakes that
> actually turned out to be a LEAK in the SIDE of the Wilwood caliper!!! YES,
> a tiny hole right in the side of the caliper!!! Wilwood never responded to
> my letters ... That is one company I would NOT choose to do business with
> again.
>
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Date: Wed, 06 Dec 2006 22:37:06 -0600
From: Rob Verenna <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com
Subject: FS: 1991 525i
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
115,xxx miles, automatic, tan leather interior in great condition - no
rips/tears/wear spots, tan exterior, A/C, AM/FM/Tape, power windows,
mirrors and door locks, on-board computer, heated seats. Cooling system
completely overhauled and new rear tires recently installed.
Car runs great, it has been a dependable commuter for the past 10 months
for 90 miles a day (bought 12/05 with 99k miles) but I have a company
car to commute in now and too many cars in the driveway with winter
approaching.
Located in Mundelein, IL, just north of Chicago. Asking $4000/Best
Offer. Pictures available upon request.
- rob
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Date: Wed, 06 Dec 2006 23:55:02 -0500
From: David Hwang <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com
Subject: 2003 E39 M5 For Sale, Washington, DC
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Seems the for-sales are OK here. It is a BMW after all. I've been a
lurker here on the list for a couple of years ever since I met Rob at
the TechFest in Reston, VA a couple of years ago and purchased a UUC
Evo3 SSK and DSSR. Haven't really had the occasion to post much, but
have read quite a few interesting threads.
But it's time for me to part with my like-new 2003 E39 M5 in an
Individual Electric Red color with two-tone red/black leather interior
and only 7,350 miles. The options on it are Park Distance and Rear
Sunshade. I also had HuperOptik tinting applied. There is also a
custom subwoofer (JL Audio 10w6v2) in a sealed enclosure and Focal
PolyKevlar drivers up front powered by 2 JL Audio amplifiers (500/1 for
the sub and 300/4 for the main speakers). This is in addition to the
above mentioned SSK/DSSR. All maintenance performed (just had all the
fluids changed this fall). Not driven in rain/winter/poor weather.
Garage stored. New battery.
I have some pictures on my web site at: http://m5.m-powered.com
although I have to apologize in advance for the slow loading. It is on
a server located in my basement. If you have the patience, though, I
have some nice pictures of the car there. The car was purchased locally
and stored in Potomac, MD which is about 20 minutes outside of
Washington, DC. Adult driven. Never tracked. Non-smoker. Klasse
AIO/SG with Souveran topper for paint protection. Front bumper never
drilled for license plate. But I have the license plate frame if you
desire it.
Am asking $49,995 or best reasonable offer.
Thanks for your consideration.
David Hwang
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Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2006 17:20:39 +0100 (CET)
From: John Firestone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Cc: bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com
Subject: Re: Unix Nerd
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
On Tue, 5 Dec 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> > Hey John,
> > It's been a long time since you graced the Digest. Welcome back.
>
> Thanks :-) Been lurking for ages but too busy to contribute. Nice to
> see a forum that still has a good signal to noise ratio!
Even after another John lowers it. :) He has to stop posting when he's tired.
It is good to see the real unix nerd is back!
-John
'96 318is
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Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2006 16:58:52 -0600
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com
Subject: Need Used Cylinder Head - '97 528i
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
My '97 528i has been diagnosed with a cracked cylinder head. Does anyone
have a used cylinder head for that engine that they want to get rid of (or
know where one can be found)? The Tech working on the car said I'd be
better off purchasing new rather than going used, but the price for new is
beyond me. Also does anyone have any experience with having a cracked head
reconditioned? I did some checking and found a machine shop that does this
sort of work for the local BMW dealership and the owner indicated that
about 2/3 of the cracked heads he sees are repairable - does that sound
right? Any and all leads or comments are appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2006 15:38:35 -0800
From: "Marco Romani" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, <bmwuucdigest@uucdigest.com>
Subject: Re: Need Used Cylinder Head - '97 528i
Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Heads can be repaired. Just make sure the shop knows what they are doing.
You didn't mention where you are located. I'm sure someone could point you
in the direction of a good shop.
Question is - why did your head crack - overheated?
Marco
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Subject: [UUC] Need Used Cylinder Head - '97 528i
My '97 528i has been diagnosed with a cracked cylinder head. Does anyone
have a used cylinder head for that engine that they want to get rid of (or
know where one can be found)? The Tech working on the car said I'd be
better off purchasing new rather than going used, but the price for new is
beyond me. Also does anyone have any experience with having a cracked head
reconditioned? I did some checking and found a machine shop that does this
sort of work for the local BMW dealership and the owner indicated that about
2/3 of the cracked heads he sees are repairable - does that sound right?
Any and all leads or comments are appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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