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I am on vacation from December 17 through December 30, 1994. 
/bill


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bmw-digest                Friday, 16 December 1994      Volume 02 : Number 152

Forum for Discussion of BMWs
	Richard Welty <welty@domain.elided>
	Digest Coordinator

Contents:

Gear shifting problems
Exhaust for E36
Red Colored BMW's
Problems with power lock
RE: E34 & E36 manuals
2002 electricals
freeze/core plug
ICE TIME TRIALS
another .02 on tires
Re: bmw-digest V2 #123
BMW2002
E36 M3 Chips
Re: Help!

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From: "Cornelius Joseph O'Neill IV" <cjoneill@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 11:09:36 -0500
Subject: Gear shifting problems

I have looked through the FAQ read the Bentley manual. Since I have not seen anything like
this described on this group, I thought I would ask directly.

I am having a problem shifting into 2nd gear, especially when the car is cold.  It feels like
the shifter is having trouble getting into the correct "notch", and when it does, it only
seems to have a tenuous hold (although it hasn't slipped out yet).  Also, even when the
clutch is depressed completely, it will sometimes grind or doesn't mesh.  After the car
warms up, most of the symptoms go away.

Normally, I would think I need a new clutch, but none of these symptoms exist in any other
gear besides 2nd.  I'm not too car smart (yet), so please excuse me if this is a simple
question.

Note: I'm driving an '84 318i with about 150k miles on it.

Thank you,
CJ

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From: Steven Foster <stfoster@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 94 12:03:59 EST
Subject: Exhaust for E36

I've replaced the chip and filter on my '94 325i with good results.
Would like some advice regarding a possible next step-- a Stromung
exhaust, for example. Any experience??

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From: Cornelius Opris <cnopris@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 94 12:19:30 EST
Subject: Red Colored BMW's

Rick Kjeldsen wrote:

> One more example, a friend's red '85 325 has faded badly and
> unevenly.  He hasn't been very good about maintenance, but even on
> those occasions when he did wax the car, the paint looked old.  I
> read somewhere that red is one of the colors that fade the worst.
> It's inherent in the pigments or something.
> 


  While this may be true for your friend, I can tell you that there are
plenty of cars out there with faded paint (BMW's or not, and any color too!)
THE DIFFERENCE is the way we treat our cars.  Just like changing the oil
every 3K, vacuum cleaning and such, washing and waxing the car frequently DOES
make a difference.  I have a 325 from '86, that happens to be in such a good
shape -both interior and exterior- that I get asked whether the car is new all
the time.  Of course, most people may not be aware of the different existent
models...  BTW, the car is Zubinorot....
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	Cornelius.
	325 '86, 120k miles.


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From: ax436@domain.elided (Tareef Attar)
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 13:07:10 -0500
Subject: Problems with power lock

Hi All

The power lock on my 82 733i is not behaving well these days. When I
unlock the car using the driver door lock, it locks itself right away.
If I keep the key turned to unlock, the system locks/unlocks/locks etc
This happens intermittently. It stops after a while.

The last time this happened, it was caused by the driver side lock
mechanism which was broken. I had it fixed by a mechanic then.
If it makes any difference, the passenger door lock mechanism has been
broken for a long time.

Any similar experiences? Suggestions on how to fix this myself?
Many TIA's


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Tareef Attar
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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From: Kurt Gibble <kgibble@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 15:42:35 -0500 (EST)
Subject: RE: E34 & E36 manuals

Derek,

Just got a $18 Chilton from Bavarian Auto Service covering the E34 & E36 
(&E30).  It has notably the M50 engine and also the M42 & S38 (M5).  
Seems OK - not great organiziation, some "see Fig ? and ?"'s - but it's 
better than nothing.  Noble told me Haynes has a new one out which covers 
M50 E34's but they nor I have been able to get it.

Kurt

>From: Derek Chan <dchan@domain.elided>      
> 
>I wonder if anyone knows the answer to the following questions for a 93 
>525i.
>1. Is there any aftermarket repair manual exist for 93 525i? I couldn't
>   find one anywhere.


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From: Rick Paulin <paulin@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 94 12:57:08 PST
Subject: 2002 electricals

Thanks to those of you that replied back with information about the electrical
system in my 2002. I had the battery checked, they said it wasn't holding a
charge so when I got home I opened the battery, added water (it was nearly bone
dry), and charged it for a few hours last night. It started right up this
morning. On a sealed battery (Interstate), where one doesn't usually need to
add water, should I be aware of possible damage to the battery??

Rick
74 2002 (nickel and diming me to death after 14 years) still looks great though

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From: cetra@domain.elided (C. Cetrangolo)
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 15:01:52 -0600
Subject: freeze/core plug

1980 BMW 320i:

I believe I am losing coolant from a freeze plug.  I am wondering how
difficult it is to replace?  Is it threaded or merely a plug? If someone
can offer some tips/techniques on removing/installing this I would really
appreciate it. 

Thanks very much


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From: Matt BenDaniel <matt@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 16:03:13 -0500
Subject: ICE TIME TRIALS

ICE TIME TRIALS
by Matt BenDaniel

Location:       Newfound Lake, near Bristol, New Hampshire. 
                Two hours North of Boston.
Directions:     Take 93n, exit 23, left on 104w, past Bris-
                tol take the right fork, at the flashing 
                yellow go left onto Westshore Road (from 
                now on the lake will be on your right), 
                turn right at the tree with signs on it, 
                turn right at Ledges Condominiums.
Times:          Registration is 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. on Sundays 
                1/22, 2/5, 2/12 & 3/5. Usually ends by 3:00 p.m.
                Call hotline 617-894-8766 for latest info.
Sanctioned by:  The Boston Chapter of the BMW Car Club of 
                America, licensed by New Hampshire Depart-
                ment of Safety.

Common Questions and Answers:

Q: What is the event format?
A: First you get some practice laps. Then you get timed 
laps, during which usually only one car is allowed on the 
course at a time. You'll get about three separate timed 
runs. Your times are compared against similar cars'. Each of 
the top finishers gets a BMW drinking glass or somesuch.
Typically about forty cars show up. Afterward, we usually 
go for pizza.

Q: Will the event run if the weather's bad?
A: Probably not. Call BMW CCA hotline at 617-894-8766 before 
each event. If the weather's been too warm, we postpone the 
event until the ice is thick enough.

Q: Couldn't my car fall through the ice into the lake?
A: This has never happened in the fifteen years the club has 
been running these events. The event is run by experienced 
personnel who have reliable ways to gauge the strength of 
the ice. I think a solid 18 inches thick is minimum, which 
is very strong. On your way to the event, you will pass by 
an entire "town" out on the ice, complete with huts and 
parking lots.

Q: Are there any risks to my car?
A: Not much really. Going off-course lands you in a soft, 
low snow bank. The major risk is to your ego, if you go off 
in the same location more than twice. You'll have to endure 
good-natured ribbing as the course workers help push your 
car back onto the course. Low air dams on sports cars might 
get roughed up a little. Ice driving is gentle on your en-
gine, brakes and tires. 

Q: What is the course like?
A: It's basically an oval with some extra curves. Of course, 
it can get very slippery (that's the point) and/or wet.

Q: How fast can I go?
A: If you're skilled, and under certain conditions, you can 
achieve over 40 mph. "Your mileage may vary."

Q: Why would I want to drive on the ice?
A: It's fun. And it's great practice for driving in diffi-
cult Winter conditions. You will become more confident in 
Winter driving.

Q: How do I need to prepare?
A: Wear warm clothes. On cold days it gets very cold out 
there. On warm days it gets very wet. A significant portion 
of your time is spent standing around watching the other 
drivers take their runs. I recommend warm layered clothes, 
gloves/mittens, your warmest/most-waterproof footwear, a hat 
and sunglasses. Earmuffs can be rewarding. You might want to
bring warm drinks and food, as I know of no place to get
drinks/food near the site. By the way, the "facilities"
consist of an unheated "porta-potty". 

Q: What kind of car is best for ice time trialing?
A: Just about any car will do. In fact, you'll get the maxi-
mum benefit if you use your everyday car, since that's the 
car you're driving on icy roads this Winter.

Q: Don't I need snow tires?
A. Any tires will do. Even worn Summer tires, which frankly 
I wouldn't feel safe running on Massachusetts roads in the 
Winter.

Q: I have no ambitions of being a racing driver. Is this go-
ing to be intimidating for me?
A: It's a very relaxed atmosphere. Other clubs run highly 
competitive wheel-to-wheel ice racing, so that sort of per-
son goes to those events and considers ours to be too tame. 
Just about everyone at our events would be more than happy 
to share with you what they know about cars and driving.

Q: I do want to be a racing driver. What will I get out of 
this?
A: Handling on ice simulates high-speed oversteer/
understeer. Perfect ice driving means being at the 
limit of adhesion 100% of the time.

Q: How are the cars classed?
A: There are nine classes based upon the type of tire 
(Summer, all-season, mud+snow, and studded) and driveline 
(rear wheel drive vs. fwd/4wd). 

Q: Do I have a chance of winning my class?
A: Sure. Anyone will be able to successfully get around the 
course. But ice driving is a skill like anything else. Win-
ning technique involves being smooth with steering, gas and 
brakes, and it's very rewarding to build up these skills.

Q: Does it cost anything?
A: About $20 per driver. This goes toward the permit from 
New Hampshire, gas for the plow, and $1000 has been donated 
annually from ice time trials proceeds to the Lahey Clinic 
and the Bristol Community Center.

Q: Will I be asked to help out with the event?
A: Probably. We take turns standing around the course so we 
can help push wayward cars back onto the course. We also 
need people to time the cars. No individual associated with 
the event is paid anything. The event chairperson plows the 
course for us.

Q: Can multiple drivers drive the same car?
A: Yes. I think we actually had over ten people drive one 
car at an event last year. More than three drivers in a car 
does make logistics a little tougher.


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From: WIGHTMAN_CW%AMSCLS@domain.elided
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 14:46:42 -0500 (EST)
Subject: another .02 on tires

Quickly,

I had Michelin MXX's (not MXX3's) on my '90 300ZX twin turbo, and they
were outstanding in the dry, not so great in the wet.  Replaced them
with the Dunlop D40-M2's 'cause the MXX was $300 a pop for the rear
245/45-16's.  The D40 was only $160.  There is a degradation in
performance definitely, but not by 1/2 (300 vs. 160)!  They are
better in the rain though, IMO. 

Also, I'll be #1001 to rave about Yoko A509's.  I've run them for
years on both my '70 2002 and '84 VW GTI.  For the money (read 'cheap'),
they are probably unbeatable.  They don't last long though if you autocross
them 'cause you're too cheap to go for stickies.

And of course the GTI rolls on studded Hakka's
in the winter.  It's only December, and there's already been three
days where I've been glad I had studs.  Upstate NY just can't
decide whether to snow or sleet it seems.  


Speed Racer
member, Team Kokopelli

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From: EBRAZE@domain.elided
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 16:41:14 -0500
Subject: Re: bmw-digest V2 #123

>no brake action for 1 - 3 seconds.... when wet..

I experienced the same problem after new Repcos and OEM rotors on my '87 325
E30 (with ABL...). These were advertised as standard duty, low dust pads.

Use caution and don't forget...

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From: Camille.DeClercq@domain.elided (Camille De Clercq)
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 23:43:31 --100
Subject: BMW2002

Could you please help me with an answer about the trouble shooting
involving the BMW 2002 tii engine. The car dates back to the 70's.=
 It's
about the fuel injection pump. There's an exessory in fuelconsumption.=
 The
exhaust is copmletely black. I 'd like also to know about finding=
 more
about the k=FCgelfisher-pump-system made by BOSH mounted on BMW engines.=
 The
engine had a complete overhaul and runs very smooth. Are there people
selling turbo systems new or secondhand for 2002 engines and if it's
possible putting it on afuel-injected one?

                Camille De Clercq
               =20
        e-mail:Camille.DeClercq@domain.elided



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From: Richard Biscevic/MSI
<Richard_Biscevic/MSI.MSI@domain.elided>
Date: 16 Dec 94 15:02:36 PS
Subject: E36 M3 Chips

After talking to a friend of mine about high performance chips, 
I decided to at least look into the matter.  I've just started looking
at Dinan's, Korman's, and Autothority.  Of the three, Autothority
claims that most other manufacturers only alter the power curve while
the throttle is wide open (the last 20%).  However, Autothority's
chip adjusts throughout the throttle range.

What would be the costs and benefits of the two approaches?  Are
the chips which affect wide open throttle only more fuel efficient?
Quieter at idle?  I would assume Autothority's would be more responsive.
But at what cost?

Does anyone have any experience with various chips?  Are there
others I should look at for my '95 //M3?  Jim Conforti- any ideas
here?

What chips have others put in their M3s?

Any info would be great.  If I get enough data to justify a summary
posting I'll go ahead and do it.

Thanks,
- - -Rich
1995 //M3


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From: "Allan Chen" <allanc@domain.elided>
Date: Fri, 16 Dec 1994 17:26:29 -0800
Subject: Re: Help!

On Dec 15, 10:10am, owner-bmw-digest@domain.elided wrote:
> From: Rick Paulin <paulin@domain.elided>
> Date: Thu, 15 Dec 94 6:40:58 PST
> Subject: Help!
<deleted... other suggestions rather than Dinan>

> Any suggestions ?

	You might want to check out that BMW repair shop just off of
Alma/Central Expressway before University Ave.  I forgot what his name was but
he is a reputable classmate of my manager at SGI.  I was told by several other
BMW owners that he is really reasonable for his work.
	Another suggestion would be Far Performance off of Old Middlefield
Road. They are really good but alittle on the pricey side.  Their specialty is
also BMW... since Larry Mudgett (owner) used to campaign of a 2002 in his
younger days.

Thanks
Allan Chen
Silicon Graphics Inc.
Mountain View, CA
allanc@domain.elided


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