[uucdigest] Monday, April 3 2000 Volume 03 : Number 562 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ | 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: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... [uuc] 325i/328 Handling vs M3 Re: [uuc] Whadja find in dere? Re: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... [uuc] Autocross Disasters Re: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... Re: [uuc] re: subwoofer w/contained amp install on e36m3? [uuc] Phaedrus-2002/M3 [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? Re: [uuc] <E30> Removing the instrument cluster [uuc] Is the 850 worth buying [uuc] that enlarger thingie [uuc] E28 M5 seats [uuc] E28M5 tranny noise [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? Re: [uuc] <E30> Removing the instrument cluster ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 10:46:28 PDT From: "El_Se�or Seawolf" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... Yo tire experts .... Am getting ready to change tires on the 540. the Toyo Proxies suck. Duane gave me some good leads (Thanx, Duane..) and I think that the right size is going to be 245/45/17. I'm leaning towards the Pirelli P7000SS, but my tire guy is recommending Dunlop SPORT5000's. The car is in the NorthWest, so wet handeling is a concern. Looking for a little more ride comfort and a little less trammlining. cost is a factor. Wud appreciate any comments on my 2 choices and any others that y'all think are right. ______ o/______\o 1994 BMW 540ia (Oo=00=oO) []=****=[] see it at: http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=50445&a=696891 ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:47:11 -0400 From: "Henry Caldwell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] 325i/328 Handling vs M3 If you want your 325/328 to handle like the M3 and don't want to deal with aftermarket parts, get all of the M3 suspensions parts to include the M3 Offset bushing, which make a big difference. If you want to have your 325/328 to handle better, you are looking at aftermarket suspensions to replace all stock suspension, plus 17" tire and wheels, M3 offset bushing, x-brace and strut bar. Henry '92 325i modified to love curves. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:52:38 -0400 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [uuc] Whadja find in dere? K.C. sez: >So, hypothetically, if I buy a used car and someone had "put his WEED >in there", unbeknownst to me, could I get my butt dragged off to jail? >And would a good lawyer be able to get me out? I'm really interested, >as this kinda situation would seriously put a damper on someone's day >if it ocurred... Crap! That could've happened to me. My car was drug sniffed by a k9 unit and I bought the thing used. I had been through the suspension, motor, etc so that was OK, but I had never pulled up the rear seat, removed the trunk liner, etc when some stash could've landed me in jail. Yikes. - -Carlos 91 M3 pretty sure it's clean. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:58:51 -0400 (EDT) From: "Barry J. Bocaner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... On Mon, 3 Apr 2000, El_Se�or Seawolf wrote: > Yo tire experts .... > > Am getting ready to change tires on the 540. the Toyo Proxies suck. > Duane gave me some good leads (Thanx, Duane..) and I think that the > right size is going to be 245/45/17. > > I'm leaning towards the Pirelli P7000SS, but my tire guy is recommending > Dunlop SPORT5000's. The car is in the NorthWest, so wet > handeling is a concern. Looking for a little more ride comfort and > a little less trammlining. cost is a factor. I'm no tire expert, but I've been enjoying the bridgestone potenza re730s I got. They stick pretty well, are great in the wet, do not tramline anywhere near as much as the michelans did, do not make too much noise, and aren't too expensive. - --=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Barry J. Bocaner <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://web.bocaner.net - -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 14:13:59 -0400 From: "Mark Bolton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Autocross Disasters I saw the thread on autocrossing and just thought everyone might find this story interesting. I was at an event at the Steel Cities SCCA (Pgh, PA) a couple of summers ago and a guy in a race prepared 914 flipped it going into a moderate speed turn. One of my friends was working that corner and said that the guy just got into the turn, didn't hit anything, didn't go off the tarmac (private airport runway) but it took a grip and got up and rolled over. I saw it from a distance, unbelievable. The car was lowered and on race rubber. It has just been completely restored for vintage shows. He had a roll bar and of course a helmet, no injuries but it was the weirdest thing to see! Mark Bolton 95 M3 that will hopefully never be over easy ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 14:09:38 -0400 From: "Pat Donahue" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Need TIRE recommends... When I had my '91 M5 I used the Pirelli P7000SS and loved them for your type application. It doesn't rain all that much here in Virginny but when it did they were a ball. Very predictable breakaway and hook-up made for fun tail-out cornering when I wanted, they pumped water like a fire truck, wore well, and corrected a huge tramlining problem I had on (admittedly worn out) Dumflops. Before these tires went on I had to approach each intersection with both hands firmly on the wheel ready to fight that twitchy lane changing feel of tramlining. Afterwards I could drive up with a fingertip holding the wheel without concern. These were in the size Duane has already mentioned. Geeeze http://patdonahue.com/forsale From: El_Se�or Seawolf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Yo tire experts .... > > Am getting ready to change tires on the 540. the Toyo Proxies suck. > Duane gave me some good leads (Thanx, Duane..) and I think that the > right size is going to be 245/45/17. > > I'm leaning towards the Pirelli P7000SS, but my tire guy is recommending > Dunlop SPORT5000's. The car is in the NorthWest, so wet > handeling is a concern. Looking for a little more ride comfort and > a little less trammlining. cost is a factor. > > Wud appreciate any comments on my 2 choices and any others that y'all > think are right. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 14:13:05 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [uuc] re: subwoofer w/contained amp install on e36m3? I have a subwoofer and amp combination from Kenwood (bazooka style), can I add this right to my E36M3? If so, would I do all the connections at the stock amp in the rear of the vehicle? I know that my sub/amp combo is not very good, but would like to at least give it a shot to see if it can help in any way. Thanks for any help offered. Ken Arutunian '95 M3/2, hoping to get a "little" fuller sound from my stock system. ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 11:10:46 -0700 From: "Michael Lesser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Phaedrus-2002/M3 Jerry, The 2002/M3 hybrid is still there. The drive train is installed, as is the M3 suspension and dashboard and controls. It is a very slick installation, down to the last detail. The last time I was there the interior was in progress. The engine bay was refinished in Malaga (the original maroon), as will be the rest of the car. I can believe $50,000. It should be one helluva track car, though I don't know the owner and his intentions. Michael ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 14:18:27 -0400 From: "Joseph C. Volpe" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? I don think US spec E28's do. I believe the E34's were the first 5 series. It's a good thing because they are a pain in the but to get too. - -- Joe > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ([uucdigest]) > Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 12:43:06 -0500 (EST) > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [uucdigest] V3 #561 > > Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 13:01:10 -0400 > From: Patrick Burns <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? > > Does the E28 chassis have a microfilter in the HVAC system? I can't seem to > find mention of it in the Bentley... ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:20:47 -0500 From: "Daniels, Jason S" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] <E30> Removing the instrument cluster Steve, the cluster should come right out. I have had a few e30's and replaced the light bulbs and batteries. I have been able to get everyone out without removing the steering wheel. Pull the top towards you and slide it out and down to the right and it will come right out. Seriously. It will Jason Daniels - ---------- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [uuc] <E30> Removing the instrument cluster > Date: Monday, April 03, 2000 12:03 PM > > The patient is a 1991 318is. I want to pull the cluster to > fix the crack which causes the brake lining light to stay on > and to tighten the nut which causes the temp gauge to do the > jitterbug. > > I pulled all the bits apart on the weekend only to find that > the upper steering wheel shroud interferes and prevents the > removal of the cluster - I couldn't find a way to get the > shroud out of the way. Rats! I guess I have to pull the airbag > and the wheel. I'm familiar with the procedure for this and > know that the battery should be disconnected well in advance. > I guess I'll have to buy a Torx T30 driver, too. > > My question is - will removal of the steering wheel shroud be > obvious once I've got the wheel off? Are there any *other* > gotchas I need to be aware of? I realize the airbag is a bomb > and I've a healthy respect for such things - I'll disconnect > the battery a day before I do anything else and will make sure > to keep my face and body clear when I handle it. > > TIA > > Steve > '91 318is with permanently on brake lining lite and dancing > temperature gauge > > '85 325e of course this one is fine since it's easy to pull > the cluster! ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 14:31:29 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] Is the 850 worth buying Ken; The 8-series board at www.bimmers.org is an active one, with lots of owners who seem happy to share war stories, buying tips, price points, etc. This would be a great place to start. I have to admit, however, that every time I surf through that Board, I leave feeling that my M5 is simple, reliable and cheap to fix. ;-) Good luck, - --Bob DiLeonardi Windy City Chapter BMW CCA '88 ///M5 47k miles Many former Bimmers In a message dated 4/3/00 1:21:15 PM Central Daylight Time, Ken Ross writes: << I am in the process of selling my 1992 325i, and the local dealer has an 850 (with a manual) that I am considering purchasing. My one big hesitation with purchasing the 850 is that I have heard numerous horror stories about the many problems of the car (e.g. electrical problems). Can any list members recommend (or caution) purchasing an 850 despite its problems? Also, any years or problem areas I should know about? TIA. Ken Ross >> ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:41:02 -0500 From: "Cagann, Alexander" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] that enlarger thingie Michael Weishaar wrote: >I am just waiting for Steve D to chime in with >"Now if you want a REAL penis pump, you need to get..." Would that be a Snap On..er, Strap On??? Alex Cagann 88///M5 <--now sharked! p.s. still got a Dinan Chip available for S38's....$100 ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:49:02 -0500 From: "Cagann, Alexander" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] E28 M5 seats I have tried to fix my driver's power seat to no avail. When I installed my cellular phone, I pulled a bonehead move and thought I'd go the constant 12v to the seats. I pulled the drivers seat switch console and spliced into a wire that showed 12v with the car off. When I hooked the phone up, I heard relays clicking like hell. I disconnected the splice and now the seats won't work. I got another relay box (the box that goes under the knee bolster and has all the relays in it) but they still won't work. The only thing that works on the seat is the headrest motor. Everything else is dead. Anyone on this list know about the wiring of these seats? Other relay's I don't know about...in other areas...behind the dash???? I'm at a loss here. Passenger side works fine. I thought I blew the little control box I mentioned earlier but a used one didn't do the trick. I'd be surprised if both control boxes are bad, because they both do the same thing...headrest works only. Help would be mucho appreciated. Alex Cagann 88///M5 ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2000 13:54:54 -0500 From: "Cagann, Alexander" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] E28M5 tranny noise Another question....what is that friggin noise that seems to come from the tranny in my M5? It only happens when the car is in gear and moving. If I am moving at speed, and put the clutch in, the sound dissappears. The sound is like a mild clicking...repititious...clicks increase with speed, of course. The sound seems to eminate from below the stick shifter. I can't really describe the sound that well. I'm confused and surprised that this M5 would have wear in the tranny considering it's babied past (have full service records showing inspections completed and red line tranny fluid...even window sticker) and low mileage at 67,000. I just had inspection II done a couple months ago. Alex Cagann 88///M5 ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 14:54:06 -0400 From: Don Eilenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? Patrick hopefully asks: >From: Patrick Burns <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Subject: [uuc] Re: Microfilter... E28? > >Does the E28 chassis have a microfilter in the HVAC system? I can't seem to >find mention of it in the Bentley... No. Nada. Zilch. Bupkiss. First appeared on E32 and E34.. ................................................................... Don Eilenberger, Spring Lk Hts, NJ JMP#1 [EMAIL PROTECTED] NJ Shore BMW Riders web page: http://www.monmouth.com/~deilenberger "You're absolutely right, and I apologize" --Darryl Richman "Silly me... I apologize." --Tim Hall "Sorry..." --Magwa ................................................................... ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000 14:58:23 -0400 From: Jeff Schnellinger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] <E30> Removing the instrument cluster Steve, For the E30 style dash, you do not need to remove the steering wheel to remove the instrument cluster. >From a web page about removing a speedometer...... > Read these over carefully beforehand to familiarize yourself with the procedure. Its >not as bad as these > paragraphs look. Also remember that this applies to an 1984 325e and if your car is >newer, it might be a little > different. > > First. Remove the lower dash panel under the steering wheel. There are three >half-turn type fasteners. Lower > this panel while sitting in the car. Reach under the opening and behind the black >panel under the instrument > cluster there are two thumbscrews, one at each end. To remove the thumbscrews, push >the black panel into > the dash, relieving the tension on the screw and unscrew the thumbscrew. Set these >aside and remove the > black panel by lifting it out from above with the top edge coming out first to clear >the molded in screws. This part > has a couple of plastic snap pins that can break I think that the above paragraph is what you needed to know. AS far as I know, you do not need to remove the wheel, just be able to get to the lower cluster screws. > > Second, there are two phillips screws under the shroud of the instrument cluster >holding the black plastic cover > along with some screws along the bottom face exposed by removing the black panel. >Remove all these screws > and save. Remove the black shroud by pulling the top forward and gently removing the >bottom part. . There > may be a couple of screws holding the top of the instrument cluster by these two >'wings' on the upper left and > right. Remove these also. ( mine doesn't have screws there, maybe because I didn't >put them back in at one > point. ) > > Third, Remove the instrument cluster by pulling these 'wings' down and rotating the >instrument cluster top > towards you. Now with the back side of the cluster facing upwards, remove the >connectors on the back. There > are three colored connectors ( blue, white, and yellow), and if you have cruise, a >fourth connector for that. To > remove the three colored connectors, use a small flat head screwdriver to pull up a >black 'strap' and then > remove the connector. I don't really know about the fourth connector as it is the >lead for the cruise input and I > don't have cruise, but it should be fairly straightforward. > > Fourth, now tilt the instrument cluster back upright and slide it out towards the >passenger side between the > dash and the steering wheel. Good luck, Jeff [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > The patient is a 1991 318is. I want to pull the cluster to > fix the crack which causes the brake lining light to stay on > and to tighten the nut which causes the temp gauge to do the > jitterbug. > > I pulled all the bits apart on the weekend only to find that > the upper steering wheel shroud interferes and prevents the > removal of the cluster - I couldn't find a way to get the > shroud out of the way. Rats! I guess I have to pull the airbag > and the wheel. I'm familiar with the procedure for this and > know that the battery should be disconnected well in advance. > I guess I'll have to buy a Torx T30 driver, too. > > My question is - will removal of the steering wheel shroud be > obvious once I've got the wheel off? Are there any *other* > gotchas I need to be aware of? I realize the airbag is a bomb > and I've a healthy respect for such things - I'll disconnect > the battery a day before I do anything else and will make sure > to keep my face and body clear when I handle it. > > TIA > > Steve > '91 318is with permanently on brake lining lite and dancing > temperature gauge > > '85 325e of course this one is fine since it's easy to pull > the cluster! - -- Jeff Schnellinger | "Explain to me the scientific BMW +JC +Alpine +RF +BA | nature of 'the whammi' ? mvnsnd at usa dot net | Agent Scully ------------------------------ End of [uucdigest] V3 #562 ************************** _________________________________________ | Please visit these UUC-approved BMW parts vendors/service providers: | (listed alphabetically) | Bonneville Motorwerks . http://www.bonnevillemotorwerks.com | Circle Tire Co. 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