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Forum: E46 Convertible 04-15-2013, 05:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 877
Posted By gbakerkingston
So, ask yourself a question: it looks great, it...

So, ask yourself a question: it looks great, it runs great, and after all the preventative maintenance - what would a dealership be able to sell your car for on the lot in 30 days ? There's your...
Forum: E46 Convertible 03-18-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,721
Posted By gbakerkingston
Klaus: the time delay noted was total turn...

Klaus: the time delay noted was total turn around time from my removal of the cylinders, using cheapest international ground transportation to the west coast to your shop, your shop time and...
Forum: E46 Convertible 03-15-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By gbakerkingston
Good to see your note, Klaus. A solid...

Good to see your note, Klaus. A solid recommendation by this Forum participant in support for Top Hydraulics. Klaus and I are on opposite coasts of the continent, and the quality of service and...
Forum: E46 Convertible 12-18-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,396
Posted By gbakerkingston
^^^^. Thanks! You're the best! I'll give it a...

^^^^. Thanks! You're the best! I'll give it a go.
Forum: E46 Convertible 12-14-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,396
Posted By gbakerkingston
Your post is over a year old, with no forum...

Your post is over a year old, with no forum readers affirmation of cause. Sure would be nice to have validation of cause, and a proven solution. One more time around the block...... Anybody out...
Forum: E46 Convertible 12-13-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,396
Posted By gbakerkingston
Bump. Anybody have insight into this issue?...

Bump.

Anybody have insight into this issue? The roof of my vert has recently started to touch the lid as noted. Any solutions out there?
Forum: E46 Convertible 11-27-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By gbakerkingston
Just bought mine from amazon...... ...

Just bought mine from amazon......
http://www.amazon.com/einszett-914806-Gummi-Pflege-Rubber/dp/B004B8GTQG/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1354064769&sr=1-1&keywords=gummi+pflege
Forum: E46 Convertible 11-21-2012, 08:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 766
Posted By gbakerkingston
Refer to my thread ...

Refer to my thread
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=872988&highlight=blistering
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-16-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,378
Posted By gbakerkingston
I am the author of this thread at origin. It was...

I am the author of this thread at origin. It was the VCG. A cheap, easy repair with several utube videos to assist. Change the spark plugs at the same time too.
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-15-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 397
Posted By gbakerkingston
Refer to ...

Refer to

http://www.amazon.com/BMW-Genuine-Auxiliary-Audio-Series/dp/B000PA00XM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1353029961&sr=8-2&keywords=bmw+aux+cable
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-03-2012, 10:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,540
Posted By gbakerkingston
:ROFL:! And to all, good night!

:ROFL:!

And to all, good night!
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-03-2012, 10:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,540
Posted By gbakerkingston
Mkodama, interesting to validate your cost...

Mkodama, interesting to validate your cost difference. You are in Oakland CA.: the price difference between Premium & Regular at Eagle Gas @ 4301 San Leondro St. right now, is .20/gallon ($3.999vs...
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-03-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,540
Posted By gbakerkingston
Oh fella's! We love our Beemers, they are...

Oh fella's! We love our Beemers, they are wonderfully engineered machines - but they simply aren't in the same league as the Space Shuttle. LOL! If you can honestly say Premium makes a tangible...
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-03-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,519
Posted By gbakerkingston
Very interesting broadcast tonight on CBC...

Very interesting broadcast tonight on CBC Marketplace: save your money, Premium grade scientifically proven to not improve mileage & reduce emissions.
...
Forum: General E46 Forum 11-03-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,540
Posted By gbakerkingston
Very interesting broadcast tonight on CBC news...

Very interesting broadcast tonight on CBC news Marketplace. Stick to regular grade fuel. Premium grade does nothing. Proven by scientific evaluation.
...
Forum: E46 Convertible 10-03-2012, 04:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,234
Posted By gbakerkingston
I replaced my bow tension cylinder, and was...

I replaced my bow tension cylinder, and was advised that the system does not require bleeding. I simply topped up the fluid, and all is fine.
Forum: E46 Convertible 10-02-2012, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 695
Posted By gbakerkingston
Refer to...

Refer to http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=885857&highlight=

I bought the 3rd party product and all is fine.
Forum: E46 Convertible 10-02-2012, 04:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,550
Posted By gbakerkingston
Klixtokw: The hole at the plug is the only...

Klixtokw:
The hole at the plug is the only potential spill source. Simply keep the hole up (while on its side). To fill with hydraulic fluid, I used a large syringe, which can be purchased at a...
Forum: General E46 Forum 09-29-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By gbakerkingston
I have a code reader: no codes. I'm thinking one...

I have a code reader: no codes. I'm thinking one of the ignition wires is arcing, but not sure how to identify which cylinder/spark plug wire is the culprit. Anyone know how to determine?
Forum: General E46 Forum 09-28-2012, 10:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By gbakerkingston
Electrical or transmission problem?

Automatic transmission. While cruising at 55mph, engine is fine. If I give it a modest acceleration, the engine feels like its hesitating or missfiring on one cylinder - but if I drop it in passing...
Forum: E46 Convertible 09-12-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,721
Posted By gbakerkingston
Your being on the west coast will help the turn...

Your being on the west coast will help the turn around time. It took about 3 weeks, I think. I used Canada post & USPS. Definitely worth the wait, versus buying new.
Forum: E46 Convertible 09-12-2012, 06:19 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,721
Posted By gbakerkingston
Refer to http://www.tophydraulicsinc.com/en/ ...

Refer to http://www.tophydraulicsinc.com/en/
Klaus does a good job. I sent my bow tension cylinders to him. Saved a lot of money. Recommended.
Forum: General E46 Forum 08-28-2012, 11:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,378
Posted By gbakerkingston
As noted, my problem was vcg. Replaced months...

As noted, my problem was vcg. Replaced months ago, with no recurring leak.
Forum: E46 Convertible 08-20-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,833
Posted By gbakerkingston
Remove the line from the cylinder: simply unscrew...

Remove the line from the cylinder: simply unscrew the Phillips screw that holds the metal retainer clip (the clip holds the lines in place) then pull the hose out of the cylinder itself. Wrap the...
Forum: E46 Convertible 08-14-2012, 06:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,833
Posted By gbakerkingston
Aerosurfer/Nick gives great advise! I sent mine...

Aerosurfer/Nick gives great advise! I sent mine to the noted contact, and they are still working great. Top Hydraulics remanufactured the cylinders for a fraction of buying new. Recommend making...
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