Search found 18 matches
- Thu Dec 30, 2010 5:02 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: 5 speed re-build / info / sources ... etc.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3498
5 speed re-build / info / sources ... etc.
5 speed tranny in my 1980 ( just turned 90k ) is getting a little "notchy". Anyone with rebuild info ( kits / shops / etc. ) I'm in Georgia. Using Redline MT-90. Thanks in advance ...
- Sun Nov 07, 2010 11:12 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: clutch or fuel ... that is the question ...
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2284
clutch or fuel ... that is the question ...
OK .... various symptoms/ one cause ? multiple causes ? * shake / vibration in 1st and 2nd. Sometimes it takes a few attempts to get a smooth start * clutch replaced about a year ago / flywheel resurfaced too * slight fuel smell ( all fuel lines replaced - front and rear ) * bad gas mileage ... 12-1...
- Thu Apr 01, 2010 1:29 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: foaming oil / oil light ....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4211
- Thu Apr 01, 2010 9:44 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: foaming oil / oil light ....
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4211
foaming oil / oil light ....
Oil pressure idiot light flickers at idle ... , then off at higher rpm. Checked oil ... slight foaming or bubbles present on dipstick ( not over-filled ) Line of attack ?
- Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:03 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Radiator sensors / lower / difference ?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3910
Radiator sensors / lower / difference ?
OK ... forgot to mark these clearly when I took my radiator out for replacement. ( 1980 528i / manual ) There are two threaded holes in lower radiator ... one on elbow / one on tank. I have two threaded sensors : One with small electrical spades. Marked : 87 / 82 A15L FAE 36050 One with large electr...
- Thu Jan 14, 2010 11:54 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Shroud ... or not to Shroud ?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2791
kevlar / titanium
noted ...
shroud will find it's rightful place next to it's new next-door neighbor ( a custom all aluminum radiator from Ron Davis )
Love the idea of carbon fiber or kevlar ... not for weight, but structural
integrity ....
cheers !!
shroud will find it's rightful place next to it's new next-door neighbor ( a custom all aluminum radiator from Ron Davis )
Love the idea of carbon fiber or kevlar ... not for weight, but structural
integrity ....
cheers !!
- Wed Jan 13, 2010 12:24 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Al Larson / Seams Perfect ... info
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14012
... yelling at cat
ohh.. that was too funny. I'm not worried, but know that he'll irritate the wrong person sooner than he thinks. ( EX : a friend whose daughter in California was ripped off by a similar operation in NY state / one phone call later these two Hell's Angels from NY state show up at the guys shop. She go...
- Wed Jan 13, 2010 11:54 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Shroud ... or not to Shroud ?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2791
Shroud ... or not to Shroud ?
Basic question .... is shroud absolutely required ? ( Have a new custom aluminum radiator ... easier fit without ) I know in principle they help direct air over cooling surface, just curious as to opinions ... experiences, etc. Thanks for excellent forum.
- Mon Jun 01, 2009 11:48 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: radiator
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4840
Ron Davis aluminum radiator ...
... or if you want really cool / contact Ron Davis radiators .... had them make an all aluminum one for me. Not cheap, but I don't even begin to worry about overheating. Do it once. Do it right. Cheers !! ( e-mail me if you want pics / etc. ... Regardless of which route you take / we are all still d...
- Sat May 23, 2009 3:34 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Al Larson / Seams Perfect ... info
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14012
"not good news" ... I agree
Yep ... I agree / not a good habit of taking peoples money with no intention of delivering goods. A refund would be nice ...
Meant to list in " General Discussion" ... my mistake. A few leads coming in ... warrants a trip out to do some field-work / knock on doors / etc.
Meant to list in " General Discussion" ... my mistake. A few leads coming in ... warrants a trip out to do some field-work / knock on doors / etc.
- Sat May 23, 2009 8:54 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Al Larson / Seams Perfect ... info
- Replies: 18
- Views: 14012
Al Larson / Seams Perfect ... info
I'm looking for information regarding Al Larson of Surrey, BC ... or current location. ( Vancouver ? )He used to run a business called Seams Perfect ( I think I saw him on here from time to time ) ( One contact I know of is Andrew Poon in Surrey, BC. ) Al took payment for a carpet set for my 2002 ( ...
- Sun May 10, 2009 1:36 pm
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Sheepskins
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2681
hand / woolite
I would do a Woolite soak / and gentle hand wash. Line dry. Machines are too harsh ... might destroy sheepskins ...
- Tue Apr 28, 2009 6:33 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Manual Trans fluid change
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5641
redline MT - 90 / new BMW drain & fill
... hmmmm / interesting line of discussion. I'm about to try some Redline MT-90 / 75-90W ... ( somewhat heavier than MTL ) Will let you know how it pans out. Also putting new drain / fill plugs from BMW ( not allen type , but 'raised hex' ... even magnet in drain for floating debris )
- Sun Mar 15, 2009 9:33 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Is making a "cold air" intake worth it?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8021
Pringles ... and beyond
This ... I LOVE ( need to dig through the garbage for that Pringles can I just threw out ) ... all I will need is some fresh duct-tape ( or duck-tape )
Cheers !!
Cheers !!
- Thu Mar 12, 2009 8:56 am
- Forum: Tech Forum
- Topic: Euro Bumper Installation
- Replies: 16
- Views: 10374
euro bumper madness ...
I'm over in Athens ... if you care to come over. I'll see if I can get the guy who did the installation to meet us ... he can give you the low-down.