[uucdigest] Thursday, February 24 2000 Volume 03 : Number 329 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ | For all available Digest commands including unsubscribe/subscribe, | visit the BMW UUC Digest page: http://www.uucdigest.com | Send SUBMISSIONS to [EMAIL PROTECTED] | Complaints? Send 'em to [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you must. | Visit http://www.bubbaclub.com | www.bimmers.com - "serving enthusiasts on the 'net" | Visit http://www.bimmer.org - ultimate BMW bulletin boards! | Subscribe to the Zionsville Autosport Parts Digest: | http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com/majordomo.htm ����������������������������������������� In this BMW UUC Digest: Re: [uuc] K-MAC Camber Plates <WOB web page plug> [uuc] BMW touring [uuc] <E34> Vanos and Production Dates [uuc] BMW stock [uuc] Re: GGC Autocross [uuc] Re: New M3 Information Re: [uuc] New M5 Main. Schedule [uuc] Re: GGC Autocross Re: [uuc] <E34> Vanos and Production Dates Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) [uuc] exchange rates Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) [uuc] E39 Micro Filter box Re: [uuc] Z8 on EBAY Re:[uuc] Service Information Bulletins Re: [uuc] GGC Autocross (was <e30> Identifying a...) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 15:00:18 -0500 From: "James Sheridan-Peters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] K-MAC Camber Plates <WOB web page plug> > Gustave Stroes writes: > > > Anyone considering either K-Mac camber plates or solid mount camber > > plates (like Ground Control's) on a lowered car should have a look > > at: > > > > http://e30m3performance.com/myths/travel/travel.htm > > I *don't* have an E30 M3, but I absolutely love this site. Tons of > great info, and I learned a lot. Kudo's to Gustave for having written > this up. A hearty second here. Wonderfully clear. Plus, after tearing my suspension apart last weekend I actually have a bit of comprehension. <g> - -- James Sheridan-Peters [EMAIL PROTECTED] '98 323is National Capital Chapter '85 SCCA Spec RX-7 #00 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 15:24:58 -0500 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] BMW touring Larry wrote: "Last night while looking at www.toca.com.au I noticed that only 4 cylinder cars are allowed in most touring cars. Since the e46 is a 6cyl, does anyone know if BMW will still be producing a four cylinder engine for these cars to compete this season? Does BMW still produce 4 cyl versions of the e46 in Europe?" E46 4-cylinder models are still produced in Europe. About a month ago I saw an E46 318i here in the Orlando area. Thought it was just a 323 or 328 intil I spied the single exhaust tip. I believe the E46 4-cylinders are new 2-valve engines, the 1.8 has around 120hp if memory serves. The one I saw must have been a UCF student or something. "Also, could anyone provide some insight as to how they are able to get so much horsepower out of a 4 cyl engine without turbo or supercharging it? (these aren't allowed)." By turning LOTS of rpm. Big cams, big throttle bodies, big valves, big compression ratios, big headers, etc. It all adds up to lots of high rpm hp. However, I don't think any of them make over 200 lb/ft of torque. Eric 95 M3 95 325i ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 13:08:23 -0800 From: "Scott D Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] <E34> Vanos and Production Dates Asking for a car shopping co-worker (no, I'm not planning to replace my E30 just yet): Does anyone have the production date when the 525i went to single VANOS? How about the production date when it went to double VANOS? Or had they phased out the 525i by the time double VANOS was introduced? As always, TIA for any info on this. Scott Miller GGC BMW CCA #44977 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 13:25:41 -0800 (PST) From: "K.C. Boyce" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] BMW stock Does anyone know how to buy BMW stock in the US? Specifically, I'm trying to buy it through Ameritrade. I know that someone "makes a market" for BMW in the US (Merrill Lynch?) -- do I have to go through them? The two symbols I've seen are BAMXF and BMW.F (on the Frankfurt exchange). Neither do anything for me when I type them in... BTW, for those of you looking to own part of your favorite car company, BMW has been getting solid "BUY" recommendations for a while now. Basically, they all say that Rover losses have bottomed out, and BMW is on track to make a solid comeback. NB: I am not an investment professional, though I am related to one... KC Boyce '85 325e E30 Eta Page: http://rikki.coloradocollege.edu/~k_boyce/ __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 13:46:21 -0800 (PST) From: John Bolhuis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: GGC Autocross On Thu, 24 Feb 2000, Steve Albrecht wrote: > Scott, Pete Mottaz was first in 'AA' and John was first in 'A'. John > needs to watch his back for me this time as I finished second in 'A', > and I'm going to run a lot faster this time. John, are you > participating this time? I haven't received your registration yet. > > Steve Albrecht > Golden Gate Chapter I think I'm in trouble for this next event, as I assume that Steve won't have a video camera bouncing around his interior next time and will be able to concentrate more on hauling that big 540i around the cones! I on the other hand am now 1 autocross wiser, and my tires are closer to being slicks than last time. If I can avoid the rally-style turns, I'll prevail again! (hmm, why do I have more cone marks on the side of my car than on the front?) (And who do I have to bribe to get a course with no straightaways?) (And why do I keep talking in parentheses?) To quote Homer Simpson, "This is gonna take a whole lotta floorin'." Steve, I'll get that registration out this week! - -- John Bolhuis | "In America it is not considered to be mentally ill bolhuijo | when a woman advances on her prey in a discotheque @bolhuijo.com | setting with hardy cocktails present." | -Madonna ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 25 Feb 2000 09:38:31 +1100 From: "Thomas, Andrew j" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: New M3 Information John ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) writes: >> The quote of �47k is the equivalent of US$75k. The M5 is �60k in the UK, >> $80k in the US. Given the relativity of M5 prices, this pitches the M3 at >> just under $63k. > The M5 actually stickers just under US$70K base. Typical MSRP is > around $72.5K. Oops, thanks John. If the new car will cost 78% the price of the M5 in the UK (base costs compared), this puts my guesstimate at $56k instead - a bit easier to swallow. Andy T "This email is intended only for the use of the individual or entity named above and may contain information that is confidential and privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. When addressed to our clients, any opinions or advice contained in this email are subject to the terms and conditions expressed in the governing KPMG client engagement letter. If you have received this email in error, please notify us immediately by return email or telephone +61 2 9335 7000 and destroy the original message. Thank you." ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 16:13:58 -0500 From: "Gary Derian" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] New M5 Main. Schedule Ya but where are you going to get a 275/35ZR18 at 0 dark thirty in East Overshoe? Gary Derian <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > I was at an autocross, watching a friend of mine unload his C5 'Vette. I > looked over at his pile of crap^H^H^H^Hstuff and asked "Where's your > spare?". He just smiled, reached in his pocket, and pulled out his AAA > Plus card and his cell phone... > > Jim Ochi > [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 14:54:33 -0800 From: "Scott D Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: GGC Autocross Steve Albrecht corrects me: >Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 10:12:19 -0800 >From: Steve Albrecht <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: [uuc] GGC Autocross > >Scott D Miller wrote the following to John Bolhuis: >>Hey John, Jim Ochi musta known you'd be "gunnin'" for him, he just put a >>newer aftermarket suspension on his M3 (replacing the older aftermarket >>suspension he already had, as if he wasn't already fast enough?). But >>don't worry, he's in a different class (the car, not as an individual), and >>you'll stand half a chance since Pete Mottaz may have already sold his E30 >>318is. > >Scott, Pete Mottaz was first in 'AA' and John was first in 'A'. John >needs to watch his back for me this time as I finished second in 'A', >and I'm going to run a lot faster this time. John, are you >participating this time? I haven't received your registration yet. > >Steve Albrecht >Golden Gate Chapter You guys are only in "A" class, and you're goin' THAT fast? Hmmm, maybe we'll have to inspect BOTH your cars, there's gotta be a nitrous bottle or something on board somewhere. If we have to, we can always tear down your cars for a real inspection! :^) Well, if Pete has sold his E30, he may have purchased an E36 replacement, and if it is still stock, it is probably going to be in "A" class as well, so you'll both have to be on your "heels and toes" to take first place this time. (Notice clever tie-in to previous thread.) Scott Miller GGC Autocross March 19 P.S. That WAS a joke, we've never torn down anyone's car before, although we should have at O'fest '93... ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 16:55:48 -0600 From: "Jason Lile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] <E34> Vanos and Production Dates > Asking for a car shopping co-worker (no, I'm not planning to replace my E30 > just yet): > > Does anyone have the production date when the 525i went to single VANOS? Hi Scott This is one of those things that I bet you'll always find some odd exceptions to... but, I have three pieces of info that may help a bit. Number one, the best method is to simply check the VIN of the car in question. A 525i with a manual tranny and M50 motor will have the sequence "HD53" in the VIN number. A 525i with AT tranny and M50 engine will have "HD63" in the VIN. Second, SB # 11 02 84 (2033) lists the 525i >8/90 as having the M20 and 9/90> as having the M50. However, on the EPC, you can look up a US version E34 525i with a 1/90 prod. date and the M50 engine. So, like I said, the only sure fire method is to check the VIN number. Otherwise, you'll never get a straight answer. > How about the production date when it went to double VANOS? Or had they > phased out the 525i by the time double VANOS was introduced? No double vanos in the 525i. The E39 528i is the first 5er with that feature... > As always, TIA for any info on this. > > Scott Miller > GGC BMW CCA #44977 - ----------------------------------- Jason Lile Zionsville Autosport "BMW Parts Specialists" 1-800-BIMMERS http://www.zionsvilleautosport.com Administrator - BMW Parts Digest - ----------------------------------- ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 14:59:26 -0800 From: "Scott D Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) Jeff has to ask: >Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 14:39:56 -0500 >From: Jeff Berg <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) > >Scott Miller writes... >>{...]unlike the M roadster, where you have to decide >>which to leave at the side of the road, your tire, your (small) luggage, or >>your S.O. > >And this decision is difficult because...? > >;-) > >jeff Because it is difficult to say which you'd miss more, the luggage or the S.O. It is a no-brainer that you're not gonna leave a valuable BMW alloy wheel at the side of the road! Scott "Still Married But I Don't Know Why" Miller GGC BMW CCA #44977 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 15:05:23 -0800 From: Jim Powell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) Yeah, right. You *know* why. How is the question :) Jim At least that's my story Scott D Miller wrote: > Scott "Still Married But I Don't Know Why" Miller > GGC BMW CCA #44977 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 17:06:54 -0600 From: "Mendez, Andrew D." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] exchange rates Last time I was in England, the price of EVERYTHING was like this. (same number of pounds as it would be in dollars). Andy '95 M3 Alex wrote: [snip] Thus an E46 M3 can end up costing around �47k in UK and $47K in the US, regardless of exchange rates. ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 18:07:30 -0500 From: Jeff Berg <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Excess bag-age. (was: New M5 Main. Schedule) At 14:59 -0800 2/24/00, Scott D Miller wrote: >Because it is difficult to say which you'd miss more, the luggage or the >S.O. Except in cases of physical disability, S.O.'s are equipped with legs--with luck nice ones--and are therefore are able to propel themselves or, if properly adorned, acquire a ride from a passing trucker. Dilemma solved! Jeff "Not married and I wonder why" Berg ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 15:07:25 -0800 From: Steve Albrecht <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] E39 Micro Filter box Well, after three track sessions, I figure it is time to change my brake fluid. I have heard that the brake fluid resivour is hidden under the driver's side micro filter air box. I have halfheartedly tried to lift it out a couple of times and always reached a snag somewhere. Can someone offer an explanation of how to move the air box so I can get to the brake fluid? Thanks in advance Steve Albrecht '00 540i/6 ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 16:15:56 -0800 From: "Jonathan Reiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Z8 on EBAY > Someone on ebay is offering the "first" Z8 in the usa for $250,000.......and > the don't even have the car yet! > > Tony > '95 M3 > '00 Explorer I think the guy on eBay is stretching things to call it "the first" Z8 in the US. Even if it is among the first to be shipped to a dealer, it will be one of 20 or so... "One of the first" might have been a bit more appropriate. Besides, there are plenty of Z8s in the US. Ya just can't buy 'em (press cars, test mules, employee demos)... =) ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 18:49:43 -0600 From: "-A." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re:[uuc] Service Information Bulletins Try <www.alldata.com>. I believe they have several options for getting all the TSBs, recall info, etc., etc. via CD-ROM or on-line. It costs around $29.95 (or was it $39.95) for an actual CD-ROM for a specific car model/series. $19.95 (or was it $39.95) for online access to the info. > Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 00:38:13 EST > From: "Steven Reed" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [uuc] Service Information Bulletins > > Jim Ochi just posted about a Service Bulletin for tricky trannies. This got > me thinking and I've never seen one (bulletin that is). I bought my first > car, '87 325iS, last summer and would like to see any and all bulletins I > can about it. Sure, warranty's long gone but it's still nice to know about. > Anybody know where I could look? > > Steve > '87 325iS awaiting engine upgrade > ______________________________________________________ > Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 16:46:55 -0800 From: Jim Ochi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] GGC Autocross (was <e30> Identifying a...) At 08:55 AM 2/24/00 -0800, Scott D Miller wrote: > >Hey John, Jim Ochi musta known you'd be "gunnin'" for him, he just put a >newer aftermarket suspension on his M3 (replacing the older aftermarket >suspension he already had, as if he wasn't already fast enough?). Hey Scott - You must have misunderstood me - I put the stock suspension back on. Yup, trust me, totally stock. Nah, you don't have to inspect it, it's totally stock. Um, yeah, I decided to paint the various pieces, but they're really just stock items all prettied up. The paint went on kind of heavy, that's why the sway bars look thicker. Those aren't really coilovers - M3s built in April 96 came that way. It was some sort of mid-year experiment...And I ate too much over the winter, that's why the car sits lower... Jim "Honest, Officer..." 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