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by Mike W.
Tue Dec 12, 2023 12:56 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: max 14" tire size?
Replies: 3
Views: 1780

Re: max 14" tire size?

I've always looked towards wider rather than taller tires. Problem today is there's not many choices left in 14". In the past I've run 225-60/14s, but not anything taller.
by Mike W.
Sat Nov 11, 2023 12:33 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Accelerator Bowden Cable
Replies: 3
Views: 2089

Re: Accelerator Bowden Cable

It might be one of those things that only comes with a new cable. But if it just screws on, why not buy a new cable and just use that part of it? That way at least you wouldn't be into the tranny.
by Mike W.
Sun Nov 05, 2023 4:37 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Accelerator Bowden Cable
Replies: 3
Views: 2089

Re: Accelerator Bowden Cable

Your pictures are too small to really be able to tell much from them, but going off your description I'm guessing what you mean. And I found the following. It's kind of a dead end on Realoem, but search the part number and it does come up elsewhere, just not Realoem. Currently one on ebay for $70 or...
by Mike W.
Tue Sep 26, 2023 12:36 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Blower motor fuse?
Replies: 5
Views: 1981

Re: Blower motor fuse?

Thanks Mike! The PO actually soldered a new, flat fuse in there and the connection was lose. When I bumped into it, the blower started going. Not sure how to get the AC going. It is only the upper fan that runs It can be done. The '80 E24 I once had was a mess in there, the rotary switch had melted...
by Mike W.
Mon Sep 25, 2023 4:11 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Blower motor fuse?
Replies: 5
Views: 1981

Re: Blower motor fuse?

I'm pretty sure when turned to max, it bypasses that circuit board and the big power transistor, a 2955 IIRC.
by Mike W.
Mon Sep 25, 2023 1:25 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: ATF leak at speedo drive
Replies: 5
Views: 2083

Re: ATF leak at speedo drive

Sometimes bearing shops will surprise you with what they carry if you can get it out without destroying it. Again, all they can do is say no.
by Mike W.
Sun Sep 24, 2023 4:14 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Blower motor fuse?
Replies: 5
Views: 1981

Re: Blower motor fuse?

It appears it would be fuse 14 on E12 528i's. E24s of course are somewhat different, especially in the heat and A/C with that goofy variable speed blower, but 14 is a starting point. It should be a blue, 25A fuse. Blower motors do die also, either because the bearings seize up or the brushes just we...
by Mike W.
Sun Sep 24, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: ATF leak at speedo drive
Replies: 5
Views: 2083

Re: ATF leak at speedo drive

Looking at the diagram it looks to me like there should be another seal or O ring or something. The O ring #20 would seal the outside of that tube, but not the shaft of #19. Maybe the bottom most of the 4 that are part of #24? And I tend to forget about the obvious sometimes, how about checking with...
by Mike W.
Tue Aug 29, 2023 8:11 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Brake booster replacement problem! RHD 528i
Replies: 1
Views: 1627

Re: Brake booster replacement problem! RHD 528i

You of course have that bizarre system over there that BMW put on RHD cars, but I'll take a stab. I bet it's being preloaded. That you need to adjust the link between the master cylinder linkage and the servo, that it thinks the brakes are being applied. Then again, looking at the Realoem pic with t...
by Mike W.
Wed Aug 23, 2023 12:32 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering Box Adjustment Screw
Replies: 10
Views: 2372

Re: Steering Box Adjustment Screw

Mine is way past prime. I was able to pick one up on eBay of unkown origins, so my inclination is to get this new spare rebuilt and then swap it in. I've found Jay's BMW Parts, which says they don't get into the inner workings, but replace the valves and seals and reset the lash. Is that sufficient...
by Mike W.
Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:21 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering Box Adjustment Screw
Replies: 10
Views: 2372

Re: Steering Box Adjustment Screw

I don't think it's removable. Look at #9 in the diagram, I believe that's the screw and it has a flange on it at the bottom which would prevent it from coming out. I think you can remove the cover, #1 and perhaps access it that way. Or maybe just start unscrewing the nut until #9 hits the cover and ...
by Mike W.
Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:03 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering lock kill switch?
Replies: 18
Views: 2746

Re: Steering lock kill switch?

I can remove my ignition key with the car running. This is evidently the result of wear, but does anyone know if this "feature" correlates to impending failure? It's handy for checking my mailbox at the end of the street without having to turn off the car to remove the key. Yes it is wear...
by Mike W.
Tue Aug 01, 2023 11:33 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering lock kill switch?
Replies: 18
Views: 2746

Re: Steering lock kill switch?

Thanks Mike, this is very helpful. I've always had to push the key while turning to start the car. A few weeks ago it just stopped engaging the starter. I have juice in the accessory and start positions and can bump start the car. It's always been on my "to do" list but looks like now's t...
by Mike W.
Sun Jul 30, 2023 1:21 pm
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering lock kill switch?
Replies: 18
Views: 2746

Re: Steering lock kill switch?

If the switch has failed, will the car still start with a remote starter or bump starting? Maybe. It depends on the failure mode, the switch has several contacts and functions, off, Acc, Run and Start. Failure of the start mode would probably be the most common, but again, not the only mode. The pl...
by Mike W.
Fri Jul 28, 2023 9:49 am
Forum: Tech Forum
Topic: Steering lock kill switch?
Replies: 18
Views: 2746

Re: Steering lock kill switch?

That would be either the ignition switch or the interface between the ignition lock and switch. The only wire in the column is for the ground for the horn.