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by labimmer
Sun Jun 12, 2016 12:57 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: lost/stolen keys - how to replace
Replies: 8
Views: 10188

lost/stolen keys - how to replace

There is a firm in Australia, they do cut keys based on vin#. I did years ago

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On Jun 12, 2016, at 2:10 PM, Mike W <mw999@sonic.net ( mw999@sonic.net )> wrote:


Sometimes the dealer can order a new key just using the serial number of the car. E12s are getting a little old for ...
by labimmer
Mon Nov 23, 2015 10:27 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: BMW E12 528i - Sunroof & Side Mirrors
Replies: 2
Views: 3074

BMW E12 528i - Sunroof & Side Mirrors

First of all welcome to the club
I would not consider a sunroof even though all my bimmers have one, I sound like hypocrite I know, but all of them leak or have leaking problems.
I have a sunroof panel from 1975 530i with slides. I also, have a chrome mirror with mounts passenger side here, drivers ...
by labimmer
Mon Mar 09, 2015 7:25 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: e12 Fuel Rail Setup
Replies: 4
Views: 5968

e12 Fuel Rail Setup

I have a set with injectors and all 1975 530i

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On Mar 9, 2015, at 8:49 PM, Max <mnobbsthiessen@gmail.com ( mnobbsthiessen@gmail.com )> wrote:


My e12 is a 1975 530i, and over the next few months I was planning to overhaul the coolant system along with the fuel lines. Just ...
by labimmer
Wed Mar 05, 2014 11:49 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Crank-style factory sunroof on e12
Replies: 3
Views: 4684

Crank-style factory sunroof on e12

I'd gladly switch to no sunroof , I actually found a donor car with no sunroof , I may convert

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On Mar 4, 2014, at 11:27 PM, Mike W <mw999@sonic.net ( mw999@sonic.net )> wrote:


It would be easier to cut a car at the A pillar and the floorpan and splice it to a sunroof rear ...
by labimmer
Wed May 23, 2012 9:52 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Replaced automatic transmission
Replies: 3
Views: 7030

Replaced automatic transmission

I have a transmission like that if you need fron 735i 1986

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I replaced the 4HP22 automatic transmission on my 735 with another from a p n p.It is not working. I mean absolutely ...
by labimmer
Tue May 15, 2012 11:42 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: E12 528 carb to motronic conversion
Replies: 14
Views: 19444

E12 528 carb to motronic conversion

How you are going to solve electric issue. If you solved that you should be fine with the rest. Are you swapping the radiator as well. Also if your car is from 1976 brake booster sticks out could be a problem for intake manifold

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by labimmer
Mon Feb 06, 2012 12:21 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Back to original brake booster
Replies: 1
Views: 3298

Back to original brake booster

Your booster neck is shorter than the one I have in my 1975 530i. When I did the swap to M30B32 I had to keep the original manifolds.
I am very happy with B32 and 5 speed 265 getrag.


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by labimmer
Wed Jan 25, 2012 8:06 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Getrag 260/5
Replies: 4
Views: 4465

Getrag 260/5

This getrag will fit your car, but you won’t be able to connect speedo cable on it.
I have the same one I give you for $100 plus shipping
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I've been researching what I'm going to need ...
by labimmer
Wed Dec 14, 2011 7:12 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: M30B28: bore to 89mm
Replies: 22
Views: 26503

M30B28: bore to 89mm

I was thinking to swap the hole engine, since M30B34 in late 70`s early 80`s had 218PS

From: Falkenberg [mailto:bekkerbart@yahoo.co.uk]
Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2011 5:23 PM
To: tech_forum@firstfives.org
Subject: Re: M30B28: bore to 89mm



I don't think I can make a 3.5 out of a 2.8 ...
by labimmer
Wed Dec 14, 2011 12:41 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: M30B28: bore to 89mm
Replies: 22
Views: 26503

M30B28: bore to 89mm

If you are in Germany, that is understandable, that it is complicated to do the swap.
I did a complete swap since the car 733i had desirable gearbox. https://picasaweb.google.com/109864263698856795064/BMW530iM30B32?authkey=Gv1sRgCMCQzM3Fi4b4AQ #

I also know that B32 is better then B30 US version ...
by labimmer
Wed Dec 07, 2011 8:36 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: bmw car
Replies: 2
Views: 3325

bmw car

If you are looking for newer 535xi be aware that the turbo engines have a lot of problems. 7 months ago I was about to buy one after I did extensive research I decided not to.
Beautiful car, lots of options, great ride, but not for me. The problem is : High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP).BMW uses 2 ...
by labimmer
Wed Nov 16, 2011 10:41 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Motronic 1.3 with E12 intake
Replies: 51
Views: 55884

Motronic 1.3 with E12 intake

Are you putting a M30B34 or B35?
I swapped the original engine from M30B30 to M30B32 and it was easy.
Since my 530 is from 1975 I had to use original bores. There was not enough clearance from brake buster.
The donor engine came from 82 733i with the 5 speed 265 tranny. On 11/16/11, anthony ...
by labimmer
Wed May 04, 2011 7:17 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: M30B32 in E12 wiring diagram?
Replies: 0
Views: 4970

M30B32 in E12 wiring diagram?

Hello has anyone swapped m30B30 to M30B32 and what is the wiring diagram?
Help please!
by labimmer
Fri Apr 22, 2011 7:39 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Opinions please
Replies: 9
Views: 13307

Opinions please

Are you guys talking about B32 engines? I am getting one swapped during this weekend.
I think mien is the good one Vin # 7355648 ?!

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by labimmer
Wed Nov 24, 2010 9:10 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: 528i engine for sale in Kijiji
Replies: 2
Views: 4176

528i engine for sale in Kijiji

Thank you Mike,
Do you know how long is the driveshaft to do the conversion?4 speed to 5 speed?
In centimeters if possible.
I have a 1975 automatic 530 for parts


From: Mike W [mailto:mw999@sonic.net]
Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 9:41 PM
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