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Today, 05:18 AM

pbonsalb replied to a thread E61 535 boost issues in 2004-2010 (E60,E61)

Then I would focus on the solenoid that controls the actuator. Your previous smoke test should have exposed any issues with the compressor outlet...

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Today, 05:04 AM

kombinator replied to a thread IHKA control board - replacement for L475D IC's in 8 Series (E31)

e31 850i from 05/1993 german specs. IHKA with AUC.

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Today, 04:34 AM

M535turbo replied to a thread Introduction - 1986 745i in 1978 - 1987 (E23)

Great , thanks , will clean the engine bay for sure. Of course it is for the sway bar. Vhecked the items i have painted. There it was. I have...

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Today, 04:21 AM

shogun replied to a thread IHKA control board - replacement for L475D IC's in 8 Series (E31)

are you talking about E31? Your profile shows add your E31 details with model, engine, built year/month

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Today, 04:12 AM

shogun replied to a thread Chipped key question in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

After completion of this module you should be able to: • Explain the differences in the EWS systems. • List the components that make up the...

3 replies | 144 view(s)

Today, 04:06 AM

Rhein Amacher started a thread Euro Lower Dash Retrofit (for our North American cars) in 1995 - 2001 (E38)

So I have researched and provided all the necessary Genuine OEM BMW part numbers, along with their BMW part descriptions for those here in North...

0 replies | 12 view(s)

Today, 04:03 AM

zion313 started a thread 2019 530i - How do I UPGRADE to a REMOTE START??? in Car Audio & Electronics sponsored by Bavsound

I bought my 2019 BMW 530i, but it did NOT come with a remote start option. Best way to upgrade to remote start?? Thanks, George C.

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Today, 03:59 AM

Jcrunk replied to a thread Cannot find Crank Position Sensor.... in 1983 - 1991 (E30)

I would also like to know if it's possible to change the cps or get to the fly wheel without having to jack it up? And if not possible how to do so...

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Today, 03:57 AM

zion313 started a thread 2019 530i - Stock sound system: NEEDS UPGRADE in Car Audio & Electronics sponsored by Bavsound

I got a 2019 530i w/a stock audio system. In dire need of an audio upgrade. Need solid bass and the rest. Best options? Thoughts? Has anyone...

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Today, 03:56 AM

Rhein Amacher replied to a thread M62TÜ - Liqui Moly Motor Oil in 1995 - 2001 (E38)

Hey Sreten, love your channel! I would love to see you one day take in a facelift E38 M-Sport model and swap in a S62 engine in there and manual...

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Today, 03:52 AM

kombinator replied to a thread IHKA control board - replacement for L475D IC's in 8 Series (E31)

Hi, perhaps someone can give me a hint where to look. My IHKA says : short circuit on bat+ for left valve. I replaced the watervalve and the...

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Today, 03:28 AM

seagreen323i replied to a thread Uh oh in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

I was really hoping that wasn't the issue. I'm still going to swap solenoids from bank to bank then the cam sensors and pray that's the issue. I...

5 replies | 183 view(s)

Today, 03:27 AM

diegokarol replied to a thread M70 head gaskets in 1988 - 1994 (E32)

Thank you for advice mate, very helpful ��

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Today, 03:20 AM

et89 replied to a thread Montreal blue M52 turbo in Forced Induction

Ordered oversized pistons, Block will be bored and honed to be able to fit them. B28 crank acquired M54B30 camshaft acquiered Waiting for the...

44 replies | 9148 view(s)

Today, 03:16 AM

F33B58M replied to a thread My 330i in 2018+ (3-Series sub (G20, G22, G23, G24)

Well done! But it looks like she's still rich, wow!

4 replies | 233 view(s)

Today, 03:11 AM

shogun replied to a thread Driver's interior door handle not working in 1988 - 1996 (E34)

have you seen these pics? https://web.archive.org/web/20070409110620/http://www.bmw4life.com/doorLockActuator.htm...

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Today, 03:10 AM

sharkski started a thread Parting out 1985 735i e23 - San Diego California in 1978 - 1987 (E23)

In case anyone's looking for any particulars. I also carry a large volume of e23 parts if you do not see what you're looking for. Feel free to ask....

0 replies | 29 view(s)

Today, 03:03 AM

mr10ger replied to a thread Montreal blue M52 turbo in Forced Induction

pretty nice, how does the car behave with the ITBs and turbo compared to STB? have you ever been on a dyno? regarding the marks and cracks.I'd...

44 replies | 9148 view(s)

Today, 02:53 AM

Cardriver333 replied to a thread 97 Z3 1.9 Knock Sensor Code in General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts

Sorry can you be more specific about the brown tube? What does it connect to or what diameter or orientation on the back of the head?

5 replies | 223 view(s)

Today, 02:17 AM

MatBiscuits replied to a thread My stock OEM+ UK 1990 E30 320i in Alpine white in BMW Rides & Events

I took it out to try and recreate those pictures you see in the 80's BMW brochures haha... I'll post a few pics below.

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Today, 02:04 AM

Willyod started a thread Hi PPL, New here. 2011 740Li, guidance-a no-start condition after OE DME reconnect in 2009+ (F01,F02,G11,G12)

I have been doing quite a bit of work on the front rt of this car, it was necessary for me to temporarily disconnect the DME totally for a short...

0 replies | 43 view(s)

Today, 01:42 AM

theBMWbeast replied to a thread M70 Drivers Side Coil Repeat Failure in 1988 - 1994 (E32)

Thank you Shogun, I will check tomorrow. Cap and rotor are Bremi, but easy enough to pull the offending side and take a peak

2 replies | 54 view(s)

Today, 12:49 AM

SW530 replied to a thread houston we have problem 2003 530i in 1996 - 2003 (E39)

If you're not opposed to a bit of work you could salvage that. Fortunately the wires are fine. Label and disconnect them and then soak the rest in...

1 replies | 61 view(s)

Today, 12:12 AM

82eye replied to a thread Stuck in reverse , '89 325i in 1983 - 1991 (E30)

definitely not common. definitely could be the shifter. definitely could be something bigger. does the clutch engage and return when you depress...

1 replies | 65 view(s)

Today, 12:05 AM

Migou replied to a thread Clutch fan delete? in 1996 - 2002 Z3 (E36/7, E36/8)

I put an electric fan on my car just in case the aux fan fails. I used a 30” aluminum cake pan to mount the fan to the shroud. If I need access...

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Yesterday, 11:53 PM

82eye replied to a thread Rack Doctor - Scam Alert in 1991 - 1999 (E36)

i'm gonna try the ecs z3 rack. they are new builds but not bmw.

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Yesterday, 11:37 PM

bluptgm3 replied to a thread M52B25 iron block with sleeves? in 1991 - 1999 (E36)

+1^ Looks like a head gasket seal ring trace. Unlikely an indication of liners in an iron block

2 replies | 164 view(s)