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Today, 01:29 PM

Toby B replied to a thread Engine oil pressure - safe to drive? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Driving with low/no oil pressure will destroy the engine, so yes, if you don't have a way to directly check the pressure, it's not a good idea to...

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Today, 01:25 PM

katit replied to a thread Katit's new toy 1991 750iL - revival in 1988 - 1994 (E32)

Thanks! Thats good at least that part is factory What do you say abou this leak. Is it MC or booster? I am not sure which fluid or both? I have...

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Today, 12:58 PM

Aubergine replied to a thread M30 oil filter check valve? in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

This has been experience in building oil pressure on all the M30B35s I've driven. The E32 owner's video on YT explains that it is normal but if it...

1 replies | 13 view(s)

Today, 12:29 PM

BimmerBreaker replied to a thread What does a cooler thermostat do to the radiator temp? in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

That's why I'm saying "about" the same temperature, not "the same temperature". His stock MAP thermostat, under heavy acceleration, is...

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Today, 12:12 PM

Sten3v replied to a thread Engine oil pressure - safe to drive? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Thanks for the replies! I've owned the car only since January this year and have driven 10k kilometers with it. The previous owner however has the...

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Today, 11:39 AM

Petrolheadpilot started a thread M30 oil filter check valve? in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

Oil filter check valve on the 1989 M30B35… am I correct that the 91+ 535i has an updated filter housing that should help with oil pressure on...

1 replies | 13 view(s)

Today, 11:29 AM

delvec replied to a thread z3 go up in value in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

Well Said!

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Today, 11:21 AM

JimLev replied to a thread JimLev in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Got your PM and responded.

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Today, 10:53 AM

pbonsalb replied to a thread What does a cooler thermostat do to the radiator temp? in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

Seems to me that it is harder to drop 10F when starting from a hotter starting point. Also seems to me that if the thermostat is colder and the...

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Today, 10:50 AM

blckstrm replied to a thread my new project 1997 m3 sedan with s54 swap in 1992 - 1999 M3 (E36)

Your trans mounts look a little tall, but I can't tell if it's just the perspective. I actually have the bottom of my lever sitting above the...

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Today, 10:35 AM

kezug replied to a thread z3 go up in value in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

I am kind of a noob to all this. I drive mine more than just weekend but its not my daily. My take, at the moment is to enjoy it. Maybe I am in the...

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Today, 10:18 AM

shogun replied to a thread Advise need for MAF Sensor for 1992 E34 525 Non Vanos in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

no details in the Bentley repair manual how to check? Or is the workshop manual?...

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Today, 10:13 AM

amw662158 started a thread JimLev in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Hi, I can't tell if my PM's to you are getting sent. How can I contact you outside of this forum about rebuilt Vanos units? FB?

1 replies | 32 view(s)

Today, 10:02 AM

radlaw replied to a thread 1995 840ci part out in Parts for Sale

Do you have front speakers in good condition and passenger door handle?

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Today, 09:35 AM

R Shaffner replied to a thread What does a cooler thermostat do to the radiator temp? in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

BB- You're making some progress, but you don't quite get it because you're still trying to bend (or ignore) the laws of physics to fit your...

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Today, 08:05 AM

X6MCADDICTED replied to a thread Carbon-ceramic brake solutions for BMW X5M F95/F96 in 1999+ X5, X6 (E53, E70, E71, F15, F16, G05, G06)

Hello,great info for our needs! How can we source these kits? Specially the vw biggest one please. Thanks again for your extremely well done...

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Today, 07:33 AM

mjposner replied to a thread z3 go up in value in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

How many people are out there that want to drive a Z3 as a weekend fun car? That's why I have one (I also have a 25 Santa Cruz) I have an under...

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Today, 06:58 AM

Butch1970 replied to a thread Ignition coil ground strap M62 in 1995 - 2001 (E38)

I just yesterday came across the an unusual vacuum leak from the coil pack earth strap bolt. Put the smoke machine on and couldn’t believe it. The...

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Today, 06:03 AM

jicaino replied to a thread What High Beam H7 Bulb Do You All Use? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

If you do a lot of off-road you might appreciate H18 bulbs, they're 65w instead of 55w. They require minor rework of the tabs

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Today, 05:41 AM

devid M50 replied to a thread Advise need for MAF Sensor for 1992 E34 525 Non Vanos in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

shogun I have one in my car that has 6 pins and I'm not sure if it works or not. Is there a way to check?

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Today, 04:26 AM

sixerguy replied to a thread 1988 535is fuel guage inop in 1982 - 1988 (E28)

If all you need is the fuel gauge pod, I'll bet you can pick up a non-functioning cluster on ebay and transfer over the guage. I wouldn't be...

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Today, 03:21 AM

mikebrant replied to a thread z3 go up in value in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

all z3 need to go up in value is a famous new movie, when the z3 will be there

35 replies | 1084 view(s)

Today, 02:29 AM

BimmerBreaker replied to a thread What does a cooler thermostat do to the radiator temp? in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

I addressed this in my previous pots, but, once again... Yes, you are correct that the energy in must equal energy out in a stable system. The...

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Today, 01:48 AM

dm420 replied to a thread N62 Cylinder 8 Misfire in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

Did you end up getting this solved?

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Today, 12:48 AM

pauliescff started a thread E30 exhaust in BMW Parts Wanted

WTB e30 aftermarket cat back exhaust for 1990 325is, shipped to South Carolina. Thanks

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Today, 12:37 AM

diistinctive started a thread WTB: E36 Coupe Headliner in BMW Parts Wanted

Hello, I'd like to purchase an E36 coupe headliner. Only requirement is that the hard material is undamaged. I will be reupolstering it. Located...

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Yesterday, 11:14 PM

Iamthebull started a thread What High Beam H7 Bulb Do You All Use? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

I need to replace the high beams, and I was curious what preferences you all have? I don't want BLINDING, just something that really throws a good...

1 replies | 82 view(s)

Yesterday, 10:40 PM

Contracheatcode replied to a thread Contracheatcode's e36 M3 4-Door - LSX Swap - CA CARB Legal in Engine Conversions

Omg. It’s been 5 years since I started this swap and 2 years since my last update. Note to self, must find motivation. Today’s Progress: ...

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Yesterday, 10:35 PM

NYRossonero97 started a thread FS: 2002 BMW 330Ci 5MT Convertible – 36k Miles – Extensive Records – $15,000 (NY) in 3 series, 4 series & Z Series

test - - - Updated - - - Hi everyone, Selling my 2002 BMW 330Ci Convertible (5-speed manual, non-ZHP) finished in Titanium Silver Metallic...

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Yesterday, 10:17 PM

RPD replied to a thread M62TUB44 - time for new timing chain guides? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Hi Jason, Yes, there is a full list with part numbers, please see below. I would be more picky, but i've never done this kind of job and not sure...

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Yesterday, 10:11 PM

Cactuar replied to a thread Katit's new toy 1991 750iL - revival in 1988 - 1994 (E32)

Factory, there are also zip ties along the firewall under the coolant expansion tank.

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Yesterday, 09:44 PM

triplessafebest replied to a thread my new project 1997 m3 sedan with s54 swap in 1992 - 1999 M3 (E36)

This is continuing to be a pain in the ass. Garagastic shift lever installed. DSSR is fouling on the guibo still. I have the pivot ball as close to...

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Yesterday, 09:25 PM

MANUYC started a thread 91 m5 rear clunk stil there and feel like rubbing on passenger side?? in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

I recently replaced my rear final drive mount and the 2 bushings w(power flex) thinking that will fix the problem However I still get a clunk in...

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Yesterday, 09:17 PM

2002Z3 replied to a thread z3 go up in value in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

A lot of good points here, but it all comes down to the old "it's worth what someone is willing to pay." For comparison, I recently saw a '69...

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Yesterday, 09:08 PM

BMgroundation33 replied to a thread FS: BMW e91 Cargo Cover in Beige in Interior Lighting & Body Parts

Hello just checking to see if you do have left side trunk flap beige or better yet the luggage compartment door for the left side my trunk area

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Yesterday, 08:54 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Engine oil pressure - safe to drive? in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

Welcome to the forum Sten. Oil level and oil pressure are 2 different things. Hopfully it’s just a bad oil pressure switch. As jicaino said get...

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