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It's still doing its job but I know that changing the starter is going to be an inevitability. Other than the starter, are there any certain limited access items that should be replaced while I'm in there?
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I believe ground straps should be inspected and cleaned during this work.
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Thanks, I'll keep that in mind.
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I presume you will be taking off the manifold, so I would check/replace the vacuum lines. If you want you can clean electrical connectors with deoxit 5%.
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Do you have a 5spd or auto?
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Good call. Thanks!Originally Posted by Eric93se
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Clean and grease the starter alignment pin before you reassemble it.
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New intake gaskets. Inspect throttle cable. Check for oil leaks while you have the intake off. Check the coolant lines under the manifold.
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All great suggestions, Thanks, guys.
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Coolant lines below the manifold were already mentioned, but perhaps also check the coolant hose that runs from the back of the head (between head and firewall) to the heater valves. If it's old and/or has cracks, best to replace.
Also, if you know the original fuel pressure regulator is still in there, best to replace with a new Bosch one (can be had for $20). They don't die that often, but if they do you're probably in trouble. But then, if you remove the fuel rail to replace the FPR, best to also replace the injector rubbers, or even give the injectors a proper ultrasonic cleaning.. But, if I go on, you end up replacing every part in the car ;-) .
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1997 E36 BMW 323i (European) 275k km (171k miles), with following small mods:
- Chip tuned DME (190HP/257Nm); 328i dual pipe exhaust (plug&play); Meyle HD control arms, Bilstein B4 shocks
- Fan delete mod: Stock 92C thermostat, 80/88C temp. switch, 80/20% water/coolant; INPA says temps 100% OK
- Throttle body coolant hose delete mod; Comprehensive ASC Delete option list; Solved: -30 additive adaptation values
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I am dreading replacing my effen starter .
Just dropped in this motor in July. It would have been so easy then .
It bendix is failing like 1 out of 10 starts.
No big deal if I get stuck I have AAA.
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This car is AWESOME !!!
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