[uucdigest] Monday, July 23 2001 Volume 03 : Number 4046 _________________________________________________________________ | | Search the ARCHIVES: | http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] | | Visit Richard Nott's Ultimate BMW Database: | http://www.gis.nsw.gov.au/staff/rnott/bmw/bmw.html | | 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. | Technical Problems? Send 'em to [EMAIL PROTECTED] |__________________________________________________________________ In this BMW UUC Digest: [uuc] <E28> no ait to dash or floor vents [mizuki <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] [uuc] <E36> coil life? ["Kevin Jay (Mr.Fabulous)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Re: [uuc] help with spark plugs ["Michael Lawrence" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] [uuc] E30 stuff for sale [Jeff Williamson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] [uuc] The silver lining.... [L200247 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] [uuc] <M20B25> Bosch universal O2 sensor? ["Jack Money" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]] [uuc] <Misc> Car Fax needed [[EMAIL PROTECTED]] [uuc] Where to buy? [[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Re: [uuc] Where to buy? [Ed MacVaugh <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] [uuc] FS: E34 Bently Service manual [[EMAIL PROTECTED]] [uuc] I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e :) ["jedinite" <bimmer@jedin] Re: [uuc] Rant#9? Premature tire wear? WOB, non-seq., [[EMAIL PROTECTED]] [uuc] <E36> WTB: Control Arm Bushing Brackets ["Christian Els" <tiAn@usiw] [uuc] Identifying proper DME for E30 ["Marc Plante" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>] RE: [uuc] Cool E36 (AC won't turn off) --- more ["Wendall Siemens" <wsiem] RE: [uuc] I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e :) ["Karl Zemlin" <zemli] [uuc] OT: Ulf's "gay" pink skirt/Reset Inspetion ["Ulf Bertilsson" <ulf.b] Re: [uuc] OT: Ulf's "gay" pink skirt/Reset Inspetion ["Carey Probst" <hcp] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 13:34:47 -0400 (EDT) From: mizuki <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] <E28> no ait to dash or floor vents Recently, the ol' 5'er has refused to blow air though anything but the center fresh air vents. Nothing to the dash, nothing to the floor. This is regardless of climate control settings (fan speed, level posistioning, a/c on or off). I also noticed that I do not hear the familiar distant "thud" of the flap closing whe I go for full a/c. I suspect that the flaps that control the flow are somehow broken or damaged. I was in the center console a month ago, and it could have stopped then, I can't be sure. Since the Bentley is severely lacking in HVAC content for these cars, could anyone point me to some web resources or offer and advice about common failures in this area. As always, thanks! Matt 1986 528e (wife's) 1999.5 Golf TDI w/ many mods (mine) ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 13:49:59 -0500 (CDT) From: "Kevin Jay (Mr.Fabulous)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] <E36> coil life? I'm about to change my plugs (throwing in NGK platinums), and am wondering if anybody has any thoughts as to the expected life of these coils (i.e., should I replace these too so long as I have them off the car). - - Kevin Jay '96 328is, red/tan, 46K, stock Bosch plugs in remarkably good shape ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 15:49:58 -0700 From: "Michael Lawrence" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] help with spark plugs Anyone using Bosch or NGK platnum plugs? I have used some in the past in a 535 and they sucked, rough idle, etc. Was wondering if they work in a 325/M3 fine? if anyone has used them, let me know thanks Mike ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 15:04:53 -0500 From: Jeff Williamson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] E30 stuff for sale Sold my 1986 325 and have a bunch of stuff for sale (all brand new): OEM Bosch spark plug wires--70.00 Oxygen sensor and socket--75.00 Rotor and Distributor cap--40.00 Bosch Silber Spark plugs--15.00 6 Mann oil filters--15.00 Complete set of hoses with premium ABA hose clamps--50.00 Set of drive belts--10.00 Generic fuel filter--5.00 Window gaskets (fit inside the window track within the door)--25.00 Blower Motor--100.00 Also have: Set of Thule Quick Straps (new)--15.00 The covers that go behind the headlites under the hood (used, but excellent condition)--15.00 Will sell all or in part. The bigger they are, the harder they hit. _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ Jeff Williamson _/ [EMAIL PROTECTED] _/ Covington _/ _/ Systems & Networks _/ Linux Advocate _/ Louisiana _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ _/ ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 13:33:41 -0700 From: L200247 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] The silver lining.... Anyone have any recommendations on places to buy 02 trim moldings at a reasonable cost? We're talking chrome trim moldings and black plastic moldings for doors. TIA! Lisa 02 princess 72 2002 Cupertino, CA ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 16:48:40 -0400 From: "Jack Money" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] <M20B25> Bosch universal O2 sensor? I can't recall which Bosch O2 sensor can be used with this motor (E30 325iX)...wasn't it from a V8 Mustang? This is the one I used for the M3 but I wasn't sure if it's the same for other motors. Anyone have the P/N or info on it? Thanks! Jack Money #86 JS M3 '89 325iX http://skumwerks.net http://elephantmotorsports.com ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 17:29:50 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] <Misc> Car Fax needed Can someone please run a carfax on this car for me? WBSCD9324VEE05142 Thanks, Kirk Lachman Sin City Chapter ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 18:30:57 US/Central From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] Where to buy? Does anybody know here I can buy a replacement AC compressor that is not a rebuilt unit? This is for an 88 M5 and I really would like to pay less than full list price. My local dealer says their unit will be a rebuild. Thanks, Bill Yates [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 20:55:13 -0400 From: Ed MacVaugh <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] Where to buy? Google says: <http://directory.google.com/Top/Shopping/Vehicles/Parts_and_Accessories/Air_Conditioning/> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > Does anybody know here I can buy a replacement AC compressor that is not a > rebuilt unit? > This is for an 88 M5 and I really would like to pay less than full list > price. My local dealer says their unit will be a rebuild. > > Thanks, > Bill Yates > [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 20:55:22 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] FS: E34 Bently Service manual Hi Gang, I have a E34 Bentley service manual for sale. It was literally opened and used once, and is in like new condition. I am asking $40 plus shipping. I'll take Paypal for easy payment. Steve Diamond BMWCCA 73499 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 21:14:32 -0500 From: "jedinite" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e :) I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e. I was looking for a reliable daily driver to keep the miles off my M3 and found a friend-of-a-friend selling a '87 528e in showroom condition (just needs a little paint, and usual wear-and-tear present in the seats). Any suggestions on where to go for more information on the car (is there a good FAQ or etc)? Any suggestions on modifications (grin)? I'm already thinking TMS/Conforti chip, Cone Filter kit, and UUC short-shift kit. I know, I know, this isn't the same class sports sedan, it's more of an efficient luxo-cruiser. But if it's going to see 15k per year or more with me behind the wheel, it needs all the help it can get :) Thanks, Eric Foster http://bmw.jedinite.com ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 22:30:29 -0400 (EDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (John Hart) Subject: Re: [uuc] Rant#9? Premature tire wear? WOB, non-seq., Ok Carlos, and when one of my five M3 E46 cabrio lottery/BMWCCA raffle tickets gives me the winnings, I promise you a portion of the proceeds will go to rebuilding downtown Detroit..by my lower emissions as I kick a-- down through the Windsor (?) tunnel (near Hart plaza) to Canada, cuz at the rate my lawyer and license are looking lost with my record and Holyoke peeing violation, I may be there 4 years! Well, at least I won't have to worry about Canadians having better equipment spec. on E46's, .unlike the previous M3s. Otherwise, I'm hoping BMW will outdo the Mini S with a FWD Mini "M" in a year or so. Get it? Any chance? I just can't afford a BMW anymore, the upkeep on my wife's Camry angelically reliable white wagon is too low! Alternatively, how bout a more American Mini, like Winnie Mini (Cooper)...I digress (much too often..sorry!) Cheers John-black evil 666/328 cab, should be a steamer trunk soon! ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 22:05:56 -0500 From: "Christian Els" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] <E36> WTB: Control Arm Bushing Brackets I am in the process of installing new suspension bits under my 1994 325i, and I find it would make life much easier if I had a second set of brackets to press my new lower control arm bushings into, rather than having the car up on jackstands while I wait for the machine shop to press them in. These would be the Q-shaped brackets that bolt to the unibody on the tail of the "Q" and support the rear of the control arm. Does anybody have a set they want to part with? I'll find out tomorrow if these are a $0.99 that I want to just buy new, but if anyone can help me otherwise, I'd appreciate it. Regards, Christian Els Columbia, MO 65212 '94 325i ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 23:26:13 -0400 From: "Marc Plante" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] Identifying proper DME for E30 My Roommate has a 1989 325ic automatic with a dead DME. I was shopping for a used one, and came across a couple different model numbers At the Zionsville site (shameless plug from a satisfied customer). #153 Code: D3811 #173 Code: D381 How do I tell which one is appropriate (beyond pulling the old DME and looking for labeling on the casing? Thanks, Marc Plante E36 325i, 183k Alexandria, VA ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 21:35:00 -0600 From: "Wendall Siemens" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: RE: [uuc] Cool E36 (AC won't turn off) --- more Thanks for all those that responded. I unpluged the compressor as Gary stated and now no more cold, so the compressor is ok. I went to figure out which relay is used for the air conditioning and the fuse box says nothing which is just as good as my Hayes manual because I couldn't find anything in there also. Does anyone happen to know which relay is used for the airconditioning circuit? Does the Bentley manual have this info? Thanks Again Wendall 82 325i Now enjoying the warm weather! > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Wendall Siemens > Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2001 2:23 PM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: [uuc] Cool E36 (AC won't turn off) > > > Hello all, > > I am needing a few pointers on what to check (where to aim the hammer). > > My 92 325i is now blowing cold air all the time. Turning the AC button on > and off does nothing. Would this most likely be the compressor clutch not > disengaging or an electrical problem? > > Any thoughts? > > Wendall > 92 325i (Not ready for winter!) > > ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2001 23:11:54 -0500 From: "Karl Zemlin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: RE: [uuc] I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e :) I owned a 528e for 9 years. Never made any "improvements", but read a lot of free advice. From what I understand, getting rid of the 2.93 diff should be at the top of your list if you want to give it a little more scoot. Improvements by other means will be lost due to the very tall gearing. Change the diff and then look at the other goodies. - -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of jedinite Sent: Sunday, July 22, 2001 9:15 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [uuc] I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e :) I am now the proud owner of a '87 528e. I was looking for a reliable daily driver to keep the miles off my M3 and found a friend-of-a-friend selling a '87 528e in showroom condition (just needs a little paint, and usual wear-and-tear present in the seats). Any suggestions on where to go for more information on the car (is there a good FAQ or etc)? Any suggestions on modifications (grin)? I'm already thinking TMS/Conforti chip, Cone Filter kit, and UUC short-shift kit. I know, I know, this isn't the same class sports sedan, it's more of an efficient luxo-cruiser. But if it's going to see 15k per year or more with me behind the wheel, it needs all the help it can get :) Thanks, Eric Foster http://bmw.jedinite.com ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2001 09:28:16 +0200 From: "Ulf Bertilsson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [uuc] OT: Ulf's "gay" pink skirt/Reset Inspetion http://home.c2i.net/asjoelst/gfx/ulf.jpg Here's an pic of me wearing the discussed "pink" thing ealier on the list. BMW content: I got the Oil Inspection sign up on my vacation. I've changed oil now, how do I reset it ? Cheers Ulf ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2001 05:41:15 -0400 From: "Carey Probst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [uuc] OT: Ulf's "gay" pink skirt/Reset Inspetion Nice comment in the picture. Makes us all want to help. I assume that's not the Hook em horns symbol ;-) I use the Peake reset/code reader on mine but it's expensive. There has been discussion about jumping pins on the port but I'd rather not fry the ECU. I'ts probably on Powell's or Neil's site. Carey Probst, '99 M3/2, BMW CCA Patroon and Genesee Valley Chapters Sharked, Stressed, Schrothed, Gauged, Hitched, X-Braced - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Ulf Bertilsson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, July 23, 2001 3:28 AM Subject: [uuc] OT: Ulf's "gay" pink skirt/Reset Inspetion > http://home.c2i.net/asjoelst/gfx/ulf.jpg > > Here's an pic of me wearing the discussed > "pink" thing ealier on the list. > > BMW content: > I got the Oil Inspection sign up on my vacation. > I've changed oil now, how do I reset it ? > > Cheers > Ulf > ------------------------------ End of [uucdigest] V3 #4046 *************************** ________________________________________ | Please visit these UUC-approved BMW parts vendors/service providers: | (listed alphabetically) | Camptown Automotive - http://www.camptownauto.com | Circle Tire Co. (used & classic BMW parts) e-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] | Detailwerks Chicago Inc. 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