The BMW UUC Digest Volume 3 : Issue 223 : "text" Format Messages in this Issue: Re: Do SOMETHING! Re: Do SOMETHING! Re: Do SOMETHING! Re: Black double stick tape Re: Black double stick tape Re: Black Double Stick Tape Re: Black Double Stick Tape <E36> FS: 16" Forgeline Wheels Re: 850 CSi <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. <E34> M5 Gear Lube Question Re: <E34> M5 Gear Lube Question Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design.
---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:28:40 +0200 (CEST) From: John Firestone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Dennis Liu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: BMW UUC digest <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Do SOMETHING! Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> On Sat, 5 Aug 2006, Dennis Liu wrote: > ... 4k+ years of human existence, nothing, and I mean > nuttin', is superior to "enlightened self-interest" to motivate > human behavior. An inspiring thought but for the wrong century. These days, nothing beats a good sound bite. Or was that last century? It is back to writing up a design in which I will shall try to tease out its truth, goodness and beauty. -John '96 318is ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:46:50 +0200 (CEST) From: John Firestone <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [email protected] Subject: Re: Do SOMETHING! Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> On Mon, 7 Aug 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I had to laugh last night as I briefly watched the 60 Minutes re-run about > global warming. The laugh was when the reporter says that the Greenland > glaciers "which has been growing every year until the '90's, began to > shrink" and from there of course proceeded to scream that we're all doomed > to drown. > > So I can infer that the prospect of growing ice volume is less harmful than > melting ice and that in a brief (let's say 15 year span) we can predict > hockey stick temperature rises without end. Or maybe it's just an innocuous > part of a cycle. Most glaciers lead a marginal existance and shrink and grow with natural variations in the local climate. If you really want to be a climate scaremonger, you probably could do no worse than to show time-lapse pictures of a glacier's terminus, so long as you show the right terminus over the right times. I still chuckle over some colleagues who submitted a proposal to study the possible collapse of the West Antarctic ice sheet, with the memorable and slightly too suggestive acronym SEARISE. I am sure the U.S. National Science Foundation would have insisted on something different had they funded it. -John '96 318is ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 08:53:58 -0400 From: "Jason Kay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [email protected] Subject: Re: Do SOMETHING! Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/08/060807154725.htm Just to be geeky... a fuel cell powered by waste water... the microbes create the electricity... -Jason '86 951 "Sparky" '70 240Z "Dusty" '97 Contour "Bambi" '03 325xi "Daisy" > > Note to self...don't enter into a debate with Matt...Although I do like > > many of the points that Jenny was putting forward (as they are, forward > > thinking). The counterpoints were well stated. Ahh, paradox. > > > > Let's get back to things we could be considered expert on, like how to make > > old cars perform...there's common ground there and far less speculation. > > > In that vein, a friend of mine, who also happens to own the local Audi > dealership stopped by with his new RS4. > > nice exhaust note, and the punch from the 400+hp 4.2L V8 was addictive, but > at $76K just a touch out of my league... I'd still get an M3 and save some > serious $$ :) > > Happy Monday all. ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 06:02:03 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [email protected] Subject: Re: Black double stick tape Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> God Kelly, don't tape that damn thing on your windshield!!!! I simply hold mine in my hand when driving through the E-Z Pass lane, then that ugly thing goes back into the center console.....they look "Geeky"...so hide the thing pleeeeeze! :-) You can also switrch cars that way. John Weese BMW CCA #76646 In a message dated 8/8/2006 3:28:19 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kevin Kelly) writes: I've been looking for some black double stick mounting tape to mount my (black painted) FasTrack (aka EZ Pass) transponder on my windshield. I was Googling around and only found it in large commercial packs (I don't like the white 3M tape but I don't want to spend $100 to get rid of it). Does anyone know a source for small amounts of black mounting tape? Kevin Kelly BMW CCA 50039 ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 05:24:20 -0500 From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, <[email protected]>, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: Black double stick tape Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Or you could simply use hook & loop tape (aka Velcro). Phil No EZ pass but rode with a buddy who had a SunPass a couple of weeks ago. His had suction cups and it was only mounted when we were on the FL Turnpike. ----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2006 5:02 AM Subject: Re: [UUC] Black double stick tape > God Kelly, don't tape that damn thing on your windshield!!!! I simply > hold > mine in my hand when driving through the E-Z Pass lane, then that ugly > thing > goes back into the center console.....they look "Geeky"...so hide the > thing > pleeeeeze! :-) You can also switrch cars that way. > > John Weese > BMW CCA #76646 > > In a message dated 8/8/2006 3:28:19 AM Eastern Standard Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Kevin Kelly) writes: > I've been looking for some black double stick mounting tape to mount > my > (black painted) FasTrack (aka EZ Pass) transponder on my windshield. > I was > Googling around and only found it in large commercial packs (I don't > like > the white 3M tape but I don't want to spend $100 to get rid of it). > Does > anyone know a source for small amounts of black mounting tape? > > Kevin Kelly > BMW CCA 50039 > Search the > ARCHIVES:http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] > > > __________________________________________________________________________ > In memory of Michel Potheau - friend, enthusiast, founder of the BMW > CCA. > > UUC Motorwerks - BMW Performance Fine-tuning and home of the Ultimate > Short Shifter - accept no substitutes! > 908-874-9092 . http://www.uucmotorwerks.com > ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 08:41:44 -0400 From: "Jason Kay" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Kevin Kelly" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "BMW BMW BMW BMW" <[email protected]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Black Double Stick Tape Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Jason wrote: > > > gotta love VHB tapes (3M's Very High Bond...) > > I've been looking for some black double stick mounting tape to mount my > (black painted) FasTrack (aka EZ Pass) transponder on my windshield. I was > Googling around and only found it in large commercial packs (I don't like the > white 3M tape but I don't want to spend $100 to get rid of it). Does anyone > know a source for small amounts of black mounting tape? > > Kevin Kelly > BMW CCA 50039 Kevin, For S&G, try going onto 3M's web page and see what they have... You can get samples sent to you. Also try using a marker (aka wide felt-tip pen) to color the adhesive (done this in theater for quick fixes)... The last alternative is to skip the tape and use the suction-cup holder for the transponder (last seen for sale in a carwash 6mo ago). HTH -Jason '86 951 "Sparky" '70 240Z "Dusty" '97 Contour "Bambi" '03 325xi "Daisy" ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 08:54:21 -0400 From: "Dennis Liu" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: Black Double Stick Tape Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Kevin wrote: >I've been looking for some black double stick mounting tape to mount my (black painted) FasTrack (aka EZ Pass) transponder on my windshield. I was Googling around and only found it in large commercial packs (I don't like the white 3M tape but I don't want to spend $100 to get rid of it). Does anyone know a source for small amounts of black mounting tape? ============ Kevin, when I got my EZ Pass transponders (all 10, from NJ then from NH), each came with a set of very high strength Velcro-like tape. Clear/transparent. Holds the transponder just fine, and should I need to remove it for some reason, it pops right off then back on. I highly recommend that you locate a set (perhaps by calling the issuing authority; NJ mailed me a couple of sets when I changed some cars) and use that in lieu of double stick. Vty, --Dennis ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 09:24:27 -0400 From: "Bill Phelps" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Subject: <E36> FS: 16" Forgeline Wheels Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have four Forgeline light alloy wheels purchased ~1998 mounted with second generation R1s that I need to sell to clear basement space. The wheels will fit non M E36 cars. They will not clear M3 brakes or similarly sized after market brakes. They are excellent track wheels for other cars in the E36 family. The wheels are black anodized in the RS Competition model (http://www.forgeline.com/wheels/comp.html). These wheels have only been used for track days. The tires were purchases around 2000 and have only been used once or twice on the track. I have photos of the wheels and tires that I would be happy to email to interested parties. The wheels are located in Alexandria, Virginia. I am willing to deliver within ~150 miles. Also, I am in New Jersey frequently and can arrange to meet up there for a buyer in metro NYC. The price for the wheels and tires new was ~$1,800. If you are interested, email me and we can discuss a fair price for them used. I also have a stock sport suspension (shocks/springs) for a 1993 325is that was used for ~30K miles. It is free for pickup. It is headed for the dumpster if no one is interested. Thanks, Bill Phelps [EMAIL PROTECTED] ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 07:53:37 -0700 From: John Bolhuis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [email protected] Subject: Re: 850 CSi Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> On Tue, Aug 08, 2006 at 12:18:54AM -0700, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > 49k miles and it needed a clutch? some people shouldn't have manuals... I had to laugh when my e30 was in for a clutch at 48k miles (some 15k miles after I got it) and they let me know they found aftermarket clutch parts in there, which means PO needed a new clutch before 33k! ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2006 11:26:04 -0400 From: Neil Maller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> Cc: Neil Deshpande <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> on 8/8/06 3:18 AM, Neil Deshpande <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I am trying to make a tool to R&R the rear wheel bearing on a 99 328i. > > Does anyone know what stops the bearing from falling out of the hub towards > the centerline of the car? I suspect a circlip (like in my old E30) stops the > outward movement. Is there a shoulder in the hub against which you bottom the > new bearing when you're installing it? Never been there, but judging from this: <http://www.realoem.com/bmw/partgrp.do?model=AM53&mospid=47723&hg=33&fg=40> and this: <http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=AM53&mospid=47723&btnr=33_118 9&hg=33&fg=25> it looks as if the bearing is sandwiched between the CV joint face inboard and a circlip within the hub outboard, all held together by the usual BFN. The corresponding diagrams for an E30 appear similar with the exception of the "securing plate." Of course BMW's diagrams are often, well, diagrammatic rather than exact... Neil Fort Wayne, IN 96 M3 - Bastard child 03 525iT - Sterling Grey Metallic 05 Mini - Cooper S with LSD ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 10:22:37 -0700 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [email protected] Subject: Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Neil, RealOEM shows a circlip. http://www.realoem.com/bmw/partgrp.do?model=AM53&mospid=47723&hg=33&fg=40 -Kevin ---------------------------------------------------------------- This e-mail communication is confidential and is intended only for the individual(s) or entity named above and others who have been specifically authorized to receive it. If you are not the intended recipient, please do not read, copy, use or disclose the contents of this communication to others. Please notify the sender that you have received this e-mail in error by replying to the e-mail. Please then delete the e-mail and any copies of it. Thank you. ---------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:18:02 -0500 From: "Paul Craven" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Subject: <E34> M5 Gear Lube Question Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Hi all, Another tired topic, but I am looking for E34 M5 specific recommendations for transmission oil. I have used both Royal Purple and RedLine in other Bimmers, and either seems fine to me. I have read however that the E34 M5 transmission prefers straight dino juice (this from e34m5.com). I know Gary D has his own secret brew, anyone else have any strong opinions? I am just wanting to catch up maintenance, the transmission in my car works fine (as it should at 100k), though it has a bit more gear whine that my other cars have had. Thanks for the help! Regards, Paul Craven 1991 M5 1993 325ic - RedLine - car is sorta for sale, hardtop is definitely for sale 1999 528it - Royal Purple ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 10:09:28 -0700 From: "JS Nord" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Paul Craven" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, <[email protected]> Subject: Re: <E34> M5 Gear Lube Question Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Jim Blanton likes Redline MTL. I've been running that in my E34 535i tranny for years without problems. A bit thick on cold mornings, nothing too bad. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Paul Craven" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, August 08, 2006 9:18 AM Subject: [UUC] <E34> M5 Gear Lube Question > Hi all, > Another tired topic, but I am looking for E34 M5 specific > recommendations for transmission oil. I have used both Royal Purple and > RedLine in other Bimmers, and either seems fine to me. I have read > however that the E34 M5 transmission prefers straight dino juice (this > from e34m5.com). I know Gary D has his own secret brew, anyone else > have any strong opinions? I am just wanting to catch up maintenance, > the transmission in my car works fine (as it should at 100k), though it > has a bit more gear whine that my other cars have had. Thanks for the > help! > > Regards, > Paul Craven > 1991 M5 > 1993 325ic - RedLine - car is sorta for sale, hardtop is definitely for > sale > 1999 528it - Royal Purple > > Search the ARCHIVES:http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] > > > __________________________________________________________________________ > In memory of Michel Potheau - friend, enthusiast, founder of the BMW CCA. > > UUC Motorwerks - BMW Performance Fine-tuning and home of the Ultimate > Short Shifter - accept no substitutes! > 908-874-9092 . http://www.uucmotorwerks.com > ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2006 12:34:43 -0400 From: Neil Maller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Rich Dorffer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "[email protected]" <[email protected]>, Neil Deshpande <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> on 8/8/06 12:15 PM, Rich Dorffer at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > What you really need to know is whether there is a ridge or shoulder inside > the arm that the bearing bottoms out on Oh, the trailing arm, forgot about that part. <g> I'll bet Rich is right. You can of course buy rear wheel bearing puller sets for our cars, like this one: <http://www.zdmak.com/wbstore/main.asp?action=PROD&PROD=B90-BMW&CTMP=1> but they always seem to be pricey at $250 and up. Mind you I suppose this pays for itself in a single use vs. having a dealer do the job. Neil 96 M3 ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 11:47:01 -0500 From: "Jamie Howton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Neil Maller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Cc: "Rich Dorffer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, "[email protected]" <[email protected]>, "Neil Deshpande" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: <E46> Rear Wheel Bearing R&R Tool Design. Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > but they always seem to be pricey at $250 and up. Mind you I suppose this > pays for itself in a single use vs. having a dealer do the job. FWIW the dealer rate for both rear wheel bearings on an E36 M3 is $1180, I just had mine done last week. -- Jamie Howton 2006 M Roadster 2000 M5 1995 M3 Hampshire, IL ------------------------------ End of [bmwuucdigest] digest(15 messages) **********
