Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Feb-12-2019, 05:09:07 AM
|
Replies: 50
Views: 1,149
Re: Car shipper from CO to CA
I just had the same dilemma picking up an e83 X3, M package, 6 speed manual, white with brown interior (I'm very excited about it). Car was in Seattle, I was in Michigan. Shipping was quoted...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jan-16-2019, 04:26:02 PM
|
Replies: 69
Views: 6,022
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jan-16-2019, 04:17:12 PM
|
Replies: 2
Views: 293
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jan-16-2019, 02:32:38 AM
|
Replies: 2
Views: 293
Reverse switch connector P/N
Hey guys, would anyone happen to know the part number for the reverse switch connector on the trans? Mine was broken and has been held in by what looks like chewing gum for about 4 years now... It...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jan-16-2019, 12:32:14 AM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 1,035
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jan-16-2019, 12:27:08 AM
|
Replies: 48
Views: 1,922
Re: Should i buy this m3? Techno violet
i agree with rust being killer and not worth trying to fix. As for this car, for 3K i'd personally buy it and slap some snow tires on it. I'm actually looking for a new DD this year...
|
Forum: E36 / E30 - Parts for Sale/Wanted
Thu, Jan-10-2019, 12:40:11 AM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 646
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Dec-23-2018, 05:54:38 PM
|
Replies: 109
Views: 14,254
Re: 500k+ Mile E36 M3
looks great man. the only thing id say is not running poly on the control arm bushing. Poly isn't meant for anything that moves and although its lubed, it will eventually dry out and bind. I'd go...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Dec-23-2018, 05:30:29 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 1,026
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Dec-20-2018, 04:02:19 PM
|
Replies: 41
Views: 3,692
Re: Beginner with an M3
looks like you have oil pan gasket, oil filter housing gasket and power steering lines leaking. All common issues on these engines.
For the engine health you can do an oil analysis. This will get...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Dec-20-2018, 03:41:07 PM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 1,184
Re: Coolant Leak Behind Motor. Need Advice.
i agree it won't be easy and will result in scraped arms but i'd do that over pulling the intake, replacing gaskets and praying for no vacuum leaks at the end of it.
Another idea is to get an M50...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Dec-20-2018, 12:54:42 AM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 1,184
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Dec-20-2018, 12:50:30 AM
|
Replies: 2
Views: 408
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Dec-14-2018, 09:51:40 PM
|
Replies: 19
Views: 1,702
Re: A Barn Find? Almost
it will take at LEAST 4K to get that all sorted to roadworthy. its worth saving but only if you're ok dumping money into it and probably not getting it back
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Oct-30-2018, 08:17:49 PM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 429
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Oct-28-2018, 06:43:36 PM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 484
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Oct-28-2018, 06:41:21 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 1,177
Re: Bottom of fender rust advice
If that’s how the fender looks i would hate to see the rest of the underside. Sadly rust is a plague and once it starts in one place it’s most likely everywhere else too.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Oct-17-2018, 10:54:52 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 880
Re: M50 conversion
Thanks guys. I’ll probably pull the trigger on the m50manifold.com. Can’t justify $300 for the turner if it’s not plug and play and although it looks pretty, it will never be seen.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Oct-17-2018, 01:58:35 AM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 880
Re: M50 conversion
i actually was considering the shrick awhile ago when some randomly popped up for sale but could never justify the asking price.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Oct-16-2018, 08:04:35 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 880
M50 conversion
Hey guys,
Finally looking to install an M50 manifold on my car after holding onto it for...5 years. What is the general consensus on an install kit?
I've always looked at the CNC aluminum one...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Oct-13-2018, 05:38:38 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 579
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Oct-10-2018, 02:03:39 PM
|
Replies: 10
Views: 1,285
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Oct-07-2018, 06:27:53 PM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Re: Spare keeper locks?
Thanks Bray, ended up finding a part number. Guess they used the same keeper for many generations and many manufacturers. P/n 11341461405. Will be putting an order in shortly
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Oct-05-2018, 01:37:04 AM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Re: Spare keeper locks?
Guess no ones upgraded valves lately... any one know a part number at least? Searched on realoem but they don’t show them.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Oct-03-2018, 03:45:06 AM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Spare keeper locks?
Does anyone have a spare keeper lock they'd be willing to donate/sell to me? was getting everything cleaned up for reassembly on my S52 head and one seems to have gone missing.
Thanks!
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, Sep-24-2018, 03:55:32 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 1,179
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, Sep-24-2018, 03:36:24 PM
|
Replies: 117
Views: 9,365
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, Sep-24-2018, 12:08:11 PM
|
Replies: 10
Views: 1,189
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Sep-20-2018, 01:37:42 AM
|
Replies: 4
Views: 491
|
Forum: E36 / E30 - Parts for Sale/Wanted
Sun, Sep-16-2018, 08:21:09 PM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 570
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Sep-16-2018, 08:19:28 PM
|
Replies: 117
Views: 9,365
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Sep-16-2018, 06:16:20 PM
|
Replies: 70
Views: 6,083
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Sep-05-2018, 11:48:26 PM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Re: E36 M3 Control Arm Refurbish
Another +1 for Brett. He gave me advice on rebuilding my axles and has been an inspiration for my rebuild.
I went with AKG for all my stuff because their quality and customer service is amazing. I...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Sep-04-2018, 01:38:48 AM
|
Replies: 0
Views: 307
Cheap vert beater?
Cruising Copart and found this. 115K on it, manual, and clean Texas title. Would be hard pressed to bring it back to great condition, but could be a good run around for someone. Thought about buying...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Sep-02-2018, 11:49:39 PM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 940
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Sep-02-2018, 11:47:43 PM
|
Replies: 117
Views: 9,365
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Aug-22-2018, 04:56:31 PM
|
Replies: 201
Views: 32,993
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Aug-16-2018, 08:55:42 PM
|
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Aug-05-2018, 02:06:22 PM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Re: Valve springs
actually will going high compression and E85. and i do tend to agree but s52's don't really drop valves..
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Aug-05-2018, 01:53:12 AM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 528
Re: ABS
if you need an ABS unit mine will be coming out shortly. I'm sure the mechanic told them some BS story though as thats not how ABS works lol. When theres a fault it just doesn't work which means...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Aug-05-2018, 01:42:40 AM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Re: Valve springs
thats great that they actually tested them for you to get actual data. I'm leaning towards keeping the originals because i'd rather spend money elsewhere. I'm planning on boosting the car down the...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Aug-05-2018, 01:02:39 AM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Valve springs
Engine is 160K ish and out for a refresh/build. Options..
re use current valve springs (Free) or
new stock valve springs ($400) or
Supertech dual springs w/ titanium retainers and stiffer...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Aug-05-2018, 12:51:29 AM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 478
Re: Fuel pressure at rail
didn't you do the bimmerworld dual pump setup? i'm wondering if theres an in tank leak causing you to lose fuel pressure?
|
Forum: Member Journals
Fri, Aug-03-2018, 08:38:58 PM
|
Replies: 72
Views: 8,473
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Aug-03-2018, 07:27:31 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Re: Lean at tip-in
TPS would usually get me vote also. You could have a corroded wiring issue causing intermittent issues. The insulation is known to deteriorate and start shorting. You may want to start pulling back...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Jul-31-2018, 02:35:44 AM
|
Replies: 30
Views: 2,401
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-20-2018, 06:45:23 AM
|
Replies: 34
Views: 2,214
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-20-2018, 06:34:41 AM
|
Replies: 33
Views: 1,866
Re: Discoloration in rear shock towers
I’ve actually met a few guys through my career who got burned by them and other flight schools who met I similar demise. Sorry it put a sour taste in your mouth, it’s a great time to be in the...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-20-2018, 05:56:22 AM
|
Replies: 34
Views: 2,214
Re: E36 A bad deal??
Kosei K1’s are a great wheel for the e36. But they look 1000x better in the stock silver in my opinion
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-20-2018, 05:54:40 AM
|
Replies: 33
Views: 1,866
Re: Discoloration in rear shock towers
Yes I have read the thread which was completely idiotic to anyone with two brain cells to rub together. You can never spent too much time at 350 when you get paid per hour up there and I don’t waste...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-20-2018, 04:30:29 AM
|
Replies: 33
Views: 1,866
Re: Discoloration in rear shock towers
There are hundreds of YouTube videos you could have watched. You seem to be just working frantically instead of actually listening to the advice given to you. If you’d just gone to a auto parts store...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Jul-19-2018, 11:09:31 PM
|
Replies: 5
Views: 620
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, Jul-16-2018, 07:21:06 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 1,181
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jul-14-2018, 04:37:06 AM
|
Replies: 11
Views: 834
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-13-2018, 09:33:03 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 1,181
Re: 5th gear lean/ slop in shifter
agreed 100% do it right once. If you just do the shifter bushings you'll be kicking yourself when it doesn't fix it and you have to get back under to pull it all apart again.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-13-2018, 09:31:12 PM
|
Replies: 10
Views: 851
Re: Passenger side motor mount....
just support the engine with jack on the oil pan (With a block of wood). undo the 4 bolts holding the arm to the block. undo the motor mount from the subframe and remove both together. Replace and...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, Jul-13-2018, 05:37:51 AM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 405
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jul-04-2018, 11:54:38 PM
|
Replies: 36
Views: 3,127
Re: Vandalized in parking garage
This makes my blood boil! Id camp out in a van just looking at the soles of peoples shoes in order to find the prick. I can't understand whats wrong with people these days.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Jun-28-2018, 02:25:02 AM
|
Replies: 4
Views: 312
Re: Transmission hard to shift
Slave or clutch master is probably getting ready to fail. When they start to go pressure bypasses the seals and allows the clutch to drag. Jack up the rear off the ground, put it in first while...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Jun-28-2018, 02:05:26 AM
|
Replies: 23
Views: 2,272
Re: ZHP knob vs. BMW Performance knob
I have also had both. The ZHP is just perfect in every way. Weight, feel, design etc. the other is also a quality piece and is weighted but doesn’t really suit the interior of the e36. Mine is...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, Jun-27-2018, 03:22:58 PM
|
Replies: 14
Views: 822
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Jun-24-2018, 02:56:59 AM
|
Replies: 109
Views: 14,254
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-16-2018, 11:04:59 PM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 646
Re: How do I wire this fan?
I just joined the hi and low together. Worked fine and allowed for the fan to kick on with the low speed signal and the high speed.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-16-2018, 10:58:54 PM
|
Replies: 7
Views: 498
Re: Michigan pot holes Suck!!!
Welcome to Michigan! That’s why we can’t have nice things and the reason I’m dying to move south. The people who say they have bad roads haven’t seen anything. Glad you got of reasonably lucky.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, Jun-12-2018, 08:41:18 PM
|
Replies: 22
Views: 1,325
Re: Oil Slick
Was your hood not closed properly on this one or is the drivers side just not aligned right?
Cool build, not my cup of tea but the build quality is top notch
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, Jun-07-2018, 02:36:00 PM
|
Replies: 11
Views: 726
Re: Installing Braided Stainless Steal Lines
Make sure the SS line is fully seated in the bracket on the car. They have little tabs that need to seat fully. Doing this will mean you won't fight the spring clip. Then I move the hard line nut out...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, Jun-04-2018, 05:51:24 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Re: Fitting a B12 Bilstein Kit 46-000781
Do you have a pic you can post? I had PSS9’s and they didn’t utilize the washer so I assume it’s the same. I also didn’t install the PSS9’s so who knows if it was done properly
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Jun-03-2018, 07:13:26 PM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 1,014
Re: Looking at a 97 E36, thoughts...?
I’m not a fan personally. I think aftermarket body kits just ruin cars. The e36 has great lines all around in my opinion (just wish you could get more tire under the stock arches) and I think this...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Jun-03-2018, 06:52:20 PM
|
Replies: 14
Views: 972
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Jun-03-2018, 02:48:34 AM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 791
Re: Transmission
I had to do it awhile ago when my master snapped off. Once the fluid is drained out of the line nothing came out of the master. I would have tissue just in case for a drip. As for the spring I did...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, Jun-03-2018, 02:43:21 AM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 327
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-02-2018, 06:10:52 PM
|
Replies: 109
Views: 14,254
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-02-2018, 06:08:24 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 327
Re: Accidentally Stuck Rear Lower Control Arm
It won’t easy the sideways so much but because it’s moving down it’ll give a longer distance from the rear subframe to ball joint and hopefully give you enough space to pull it off
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-02-2018, 06:03:12 PM
|
Replies: 31
Views: 1,413
Re: Purchased my first Lemon...er M3!
I’d part out also. Karma is a biatch and hopefully it gets the guy who sold it to you. If you want a track car look for a clean shell 328 or 325 with a blown motor etc and swap all the M3 drivetrain...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, Jun-02-2018, 05:39:57 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 327
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, May-29-2018, 06:19:46 PM
|
Replies: 36
Views: 4,964
Re: E36 M3: Part Deux - The Car Diaries
Great work! That PS pump rotor looks fudged.. that’s probably where the whine was coming from. You could try and polish it out but I’m not sure what tolerances are needed.
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, May-29-2018, 06:13:43 PM
|
Replies: 31
Views: 1,413
Re: Purchased my first Lemon...er M3!
That think looks like it mounted a curb for sure. If it cracked the shock tower then it hit HARD. Personally I would get the alignment checked first. That will tell you how F’ed it is and if it’ll...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, May-27-2018, 07:04:14 PM
|
Replies: 12
Views: 812
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, May-27-2018, 07:01:11 PM
|
Replies: 17
Views: 791
Re: Transmission
I used a wood screw then used a claw hammer on it to leverage against the case. They pop out without issue. The blue caps I just put a screw driver against one side and gave it a few whacks. Once...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, May-26-2018, 03:16:48 PM
|
Replies: 68
Views: 5,708
Re: Garage upgrades...
That’s awesome. I would have to get all of the clutter out of there though, that’s what basements and sheds are for lol
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, May-25-2018, 08:22:36 PM
|
Replies: 56
Views: 4,953
Re: Free M3?! I'll take it!
I would look at buying a totaled car to do a full interior swap from. It’ll cost a lot more if you do bit by bit
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Fri, May-25-2018, 08:21:01 PM
|
Replies: 71
Views: 5,954
Re: BAT prices are crazy!
Sedans do add value for a lot of people actually and do tend to sell higher than similarly spec’d Coupes
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, May-24-2018, 05:08:06 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 311
Re: 5th gear detent.....is it possible?
No it cannot be done properly in the car. There is no physical way to get the bushing out and drift the new one in. As for doing them, yes. I would do them while you have all that stuff apart. You...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-23-2018, 05:43:18 PM
|
Replies: 325
Views: 48,979
Re: My 99' Hellrot intro
Wow you got pretty lucky with that. What studs were they? I vote fender flares now since you have to repair it
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-23-2018, 05:37:38 PM
|
Replies: 11
Views: 526
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, May-21-2018, 03:30:44 AM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 898
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, May-20-2018, 06:55:43 PM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 898
Re: New to E36 - Any maintenance advice?
Looks worthy of saving to me. Realoem.com will be your saving grace for part numbers. Make sure you use good bushings like lemforder or meyle. Good luck and start a build thread as you go
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, May-20-2018, 03:03:47 PM
|
Replies: 201
Views: 32,993
Re: 1998 Alpine White Sedan Build Thread
couple of things
1. Damn that 328 looks clean!
2. You put so much work into the s52 and supercharger setup but I'm so excited to see an S54 going in.
3. If you don't mind me asking, how...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sun, May-20-2018, 02:55:32 PM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 898
Re: New to E36 - Any maintenance advice?
welcome to the e36 world. I don't know much about the maintenance on those engines but probably just gaskets, filters and rubber hoses etc. Might have to look into the cooling system as i'm sure that...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, May-19-2018, 03:32:41 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 536
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-16-2018, 02:26:36 PM
|
Replies: 7
Views: 511
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Mon, May-14-2018, 10:02:54 PM
|
Replies: 9
Views: 867
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Sat, May-12-2018, 09:59:51 PM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 770
Re: New Plugs + New Coilpacks = Rough Cold Idle?
I would look for cracks in the IAC tube as they’re known to crack and cause this exact issue. Mine didn’t have idle issues by when I pulled the tube it was severely cracked. Maybe yours was the same...
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, May-10-2018, 02:52:24 AM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 772
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Thu, May-10-2018, 02:05:13 AM
|
Replies: 7
Views: 386
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-09-2018, 08:30:07 PM
|
Replies: 4,404
Views: 1,709,493
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-09-2018, 07:55:02 PM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 772
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Wed, May-09-2018, 02:26:18 PM
|
Replies: 21
Views: 950
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, May-08-2018, 04:23:29 PM
|
Replies: 44
Views: 1,705
Re: Top speed?
Which is obviously not “stock.” A “stock” m3 cannot do that from the factory
|
Forum: E36 M3 (1992-1999)
Tue, May-08-2018, 02:50:25 PM
|
Replies: 44
Views: 1,705
Re: Top speed?
6 speed you’d probably get up to 155 range. Dropped to a 2.91 rear diff (or whatever the low verts had) and you could get higher. Then you’re battling drag because as speed increases, parasite drag...
|