*Updated 12/31/10
If you know of a great article, diy, website for parts, thread with awesome discussions, etc that would help out any other member, post it up here and I will add it to the list.
All of the information I took from bimmerdiy, m3forum.net, pelican parts, my own memory, and the two stickied topics on this board. Yes, I know my list leaves out a ton of good info, but I dont have all the time in the world to do this haha.
This list will mirror with the information on M3Forum.net. Calvin and I are working together to make sure both lists are continually updated.
Recommended tools for working on your car https://www.dvatp.com/bmw
Brakes
Bed-In procedure
Big brake kits for out E36 m's... Something I don't know?
Brake Pad And Rotor Replacement (Version 1)
Brake Pad and Rotor Replacement (Version 2)
E-Brake Adjustment
Fluid Flush
Pressure Bleeding your brakes
Ultimate Brake Pad Thread
Which Brake Rotor is best for me?
Cooling
Auxiliary Fan Replacement
Complete Cooling System Overhaul
Cooling System Flush & FAQ (Version 1)
Coolant System Flush (Version 2)
Fan Delete (Version 1)
Fan Delete (Version 2)
Final Stage Unit Replacement DIY
Plastic Radiator Clip Removal Video DIY
Radiator Replacement
Replaced Coolant Level Sensor...Still Broken
SPAL Electric Fan Wiring
Thermostat Replacement (Version 1)
Thermostat Replacement (Version 2)
Water Pump Replacement
Electrical / Stereo
11-Button OBD to 18-Button OBD conversion
Alternator Replacement
Bass Link Install
C33 Auxiliary Modification
DME Repair
DME Chip Upgrade
EWS FAQ
Glovebox Power Adapter
HK Speaker Upgrade
Lightweight Battery Thread
Speed Sensor, what is it?
Engine / Mechanical
Big Bore Throttle bodies, the truth, and any better alternative?
Camshaft Install Video DIY
Camshaft Position Sensor replacement
Camshaft Removal / Installation
Camshaft Timing and Vanos Unit Installation
Complete ASC delete with no ABS light/fault
Complete Oil Pump Nut write up.
Conforti Intake DIY
Crankshaft Position Sensor replacement
Cyclone separator, how it works, and DIY cleaning
Dinan supercharger kit: how PCV and 3way valve work
E36 M3 Tuning Guide – Tech
Head Gasket replacement
Heat shield DIY
ICV Cleaning
Idle Control Valve (ICV) and Crankcase Vent (CCV) Replacement
Intake Manifold Removal
Lower Chain Tensioner replacement
Oil Cooler Install
Oil Cooler Fitting Kit DIY
Oil Filter Housing Gasket DIY Added 12/31/10
Oil Pan Gasket replacement
Oil Pan Baffle Kit DIY
Oil Temperature Flange DIY
PCV Replacement
Rod Bearings & Oil Pump Nut Replacement
S52 OBD1 Conversion DIY
S52 pickup tube failure, z3 2.8L upgrade Added 11/29/10
Shark Injector FAQ
Shark Injector Installation DIY
TMS Underdrive Pulley DIY
Turbocharger System Installation
Valve Adjustment Made Easy
Vanos rebuilding DIY
Vanos Installation Guide provided by Dr Vanos
Vanos Installation Guide provided by 95M3Freak
Vanos Oil Line and Solenoid Replacement
Exhaust
****Official Exhaust Thread Version 3****
BMW E36 Exhaust Testing - Tech Review - European Car Magazine
Exhaust Installation
Exterior/Lighting
1995 BMW M3 LWT Front Splitter Removal and repair
DIY: IDIOT PROOF guide to fixing your headlight switch
Door Handle Replacement DIY Added 12/20/10
Door Handle Trim Replacement DIY
Euro Ellipsoid Wiring
Fix for infamous LBF problem
Hood Latch and Cable Replacement
Installing HID kit on ZKW headlights
Lip Spoiler Install
Painted Door Molding
Rear bumper sag fix
Rear Shock Tower Replacement DIY
Rear Window Trim DIY
Roundel Replacement
Under Hood light install
US Spec Headlight Cleaning
Trunk Latch Reinforcement DIY
Trunk removal/install
Windshield Cowl Replacement (Coupe)
Windshield Cowl Replacement (Sedan)
Fuel Delivery/Injection
Fuel Pump Replacement (Version 1)
Fuel Pump & Fuel Level Sender (Version 2)
Fuel Pump install (Version 3)
Injector Replacement
Interior
Airbag Light Modification
Brake switch
Center Vent Replacement
Cruise Control Install
Door Actuator Fix
Door Panel Removal/Repair/Reinstall
Faded Rear Deck
Guide on E36 lighting, HID's, and Projector Retrofitting
Headlight Switch
HomeLink + auto dimming rear view mirror retrofit
HVAC Blower Replacement
Instrument Cluster Testing
Interior LED conversion
Leatherique (Leather conditioning/cleaning) Application
M-Tec (4 spoke to 3 spoke) Steering Wheel Install + Additional 4 spoke to 3 spoke info.
Powered Rear Window Vents (Version 1)
Power Rear Window Vent (Version 2)
Rear Seat Removal
Removing Sunroof Fabric Panel DIY
Sagging Glovebox fix (Version 1)
Sagging Glovebox fix (Version 2)
Seat Belt latch replacement
Shift Boot and E-Brake boot replacement DIY by Redline Goods
Squeaky Steering Wheel Fix
Steering Wheel Conversion
Taillamp contact plate fix
Vader Seat Swap
Window Fix
Window Motor and Regulator Replacement
Last edited by shogun; 04-17-2021 at 02:03 AM. Reason: dead links
Maintenance
BMW Belt Replacement
BMW Oil Change
Cabin Filter Replacement (Version 1)
Cabin Filter Replacement (Version 2)
Cabin Filter Replacement (Version 3)
Differential Fluid Review Thread
Engine Oil Guide for E36 M3
Fluids FAQ - Oil, Diff, Tranny, Coolant, Brake, Steering
Fluids thread (The Best of)
Fuel Filter Replacement (Version 1)
Fuel Filter Replacement (Version 2)
Motor Mount Replacement DIY (Version 1)
Motor Mount Replacement DIY (Version 2)
O2 (Oxygen) Sensor Replacement (Version 1)
O2 (Oxygen) Sensor Replacement (Version 2)
Seafoam DIY
Spark Plug Replacement
Spark Plug Thread (The Ultimate thread)
Spark plugs: Which ones and when to change?
Transmission mount diy
Valve Cover Replacement (Version 1)
Valve Cover Replacement (Version 2)
Washer Fluid Replacement DIY
Miscellaneous
BMW DIY Tool Thread
EDGE Motorworks 75k checklist
E36 M3 FAQ provided by Eurospeed
Homemade Engine Brace
How to Jack up the front of a lowered car
Known Bentley Manual Mistakes
Modding 101- Basics of the most common modifications for our cars
Moneyshifters!!! Who here has done it and what happened?
Motorsport Book Recommendations
OBC Tricks
Pre-Purchase list of stuff to check
Should I buy an E36 M3? (M3Forum.net)
Weights of Stock Parts
Whats the best E36 M3 to buy (Bimmerforums)?
What to Know when buy a E36 M3
Stability / Suspension / Tires / Steering
Alignment Guide for your E36 M3 (The Definitive Guide)
Changing Power Steering Fluid
Definitive Suspension Guide
Coilover Bible - How they work, etc
Complete Suspension Upgrade (Version 1)
Complete Suspension Upgrade (Version 2)
Complete Rear shocks/springs replacement
Complete Rear Suspension Upgrade (Version 3)
Control Arms, Control Arm Bushings, and Tie Rods
Damper Thread
Fixed Camber Kit DIY
Front Camber Bolt Kit DIY Front Wheel Bearing DIY LCAB replacement
Tire Question Thread 1
Power Steering Hose Repair
Power Steering Repair
(Torn) Rear Shock Tower Fix DIY
Rear Suspension Overhaul
RTAB’s without special tools
RTAB DIY with BMW Tools w/ or w/o GC shims
RTAB Pocket Reinforcements
Shock valving, Bilstein, Koni, ride quality, traction, and handling
Steering Column Guibo Replacement DIY
Steering Rack Stop DIY
Suspension Overhaul FAQ
Suspension Setups
Suspension Setups with Actual Drop Measurement
TMS Steering Alignment Tool DIY
Wheel Painting
Wheel Space Encyclopedia
Wheel Spacer Measuring DIY
Wheel/Tire Fitment (The Ultimate Guide)
X Brace Install
Transmission / Drive Shaft / Diff
3 Series Clutch Replacement
’95 LSD warning
Clutch Slave Cylinder Replacement and Bleeding
Differential Mounts (Delrin / Aluminum)
Does the auto detract THAT much from the M3 experience?
Flex disc/ Guibo DIY
Homemade Clutch Stop
Inner/Outer CV Joint
Selector Shaft Seal and Gearshift Rod Joint
Shift lever install
Shift Pins DIY
5th/Reverse Gear detent fix FAQ with PNs
SSK FAQ
Stick rests at 5th gear when cold
UUC Tranny Mounts and TMEs=Vibrations?
Weighted Selected Rod modification
Z3 Short Shifter Upgrade DIY Added 11/30/10
Z4 tranny fit in e36 M3 ??
Other DIY Sites / Useful links
Real OEM- Place to find part numbers for every part on you car
BMW Fan . Same as RealOEM, but some like it more.
Bimmer DIY E36
Blackstone Oil Analysis Lab
BMW E36 DIY Blog
Bob is the Oil Guy
Doug's Domain E36/E46 DIY Page
Motor Oil FAQ
DIY Guide on M3Forum created by 99MPower
Pelican parts Technical Articles
First Track Event
Brochures/Specs/Etc
BMW M Registry 3.0 liter FAQ
BMW M Registry 3.2 liter FAQ
Attachment 142130 1995 M3 Car & Driver Spec Sheet
Attachment 142131 1995 M3 Road & Track Spec Sheet
Attachment 169671Road & Track 1995 M3 Spec Page
Attachment 139716 1997 M3 Sedan Spec Page Road & Track
Attachment 168258]July 1997 Road & Track Dinan Test Summary Page 1
Attachment 168259July 1997 Road & Track Dinan Test Summary Page 2
Attachment 168260 September 1997 Motor Trend Dinan summaries
Attachment 169667 Car and Driver September 1997 Best Handling Car page 1
Attachment 169668 Car and Driver September 1997 Best Handling Car page 2
Attachment 139715 1998 M3 Coupe and Sedan Brochure Specs
Where can I find parts, wheels, performance parts, etc?
OE/OEM Part places
AutohausAZ
RM European
Pelican Parts
Bimmerparts/Zygmunt Motors (cmuzyy on BFC)
GetBMWParts/Tischer
Top Notch Aftermarket/ Stock
Bimmerworld
Turner Motorsports
Tire Rack
Understeer
Bavarian Autosport
ECS Tuning
Import RP
Modbargains
NA Motorsports
Dr Vanos
Beisan Systems Vanos Anti Rattle/Seals
M50 Manifold conversion kits
UUC Motorwerks
Bimmerforums For Sale Section
Bimmerforums Group Buy/Vendor Sale Section
Last edited by Xiphos; 02-03-2011 at 12:03 PM.
Thanks for aggregating all this information!
Window Motor and Regulator Replacement link no longer works.
Please replace with this one from Doug's domain. Thank you!
http://www.dvatp.com/bmw/power_window
Couple of link problems
Cabin Filter Replacement (Version 2) - links to Seafoam DIY, not cabin filter
Cabin Filter Replacement (Version 3) - link broken, has been replaced by: https://www.dvatp.com/bmw/microfilter
97 Estoril/Black M3/4/5
"Although we've experienced an M3 sedan with an automatic, our test car came fitted as God intended, with a 5-speed manual ..."
Road & Track May 1997, testing the M3 Sedan
The link for Recommended tools at the beginning is incorrect. Looks like it's moved to https://www.dvatp.com/bmw/tools Note: I've noticed clicking on the link will take you to a 404 error page. I think his page may have some bad code. If you navigate specifically to www.dvatp.com/bmw/tools the page is accessible.
Last edited by fastbroshi; 03-14-2022 at 04:39 AM.
Post #2, Transmission/Driveshaft/Diff section - the link for Selector Shaft Seal and Gearshift Rod Joint is broken. Should probably point to here:
https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/s...hift-Rod-Joint
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