Forum: Great Lakes
03-19-2013, 02:56 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,608
Price
It's due to the wildly fluctuating global economic market forces well beyond anyone's understanding or control.
Take 'em or leave 'em :hi:
Box charge, packing materials charge, time and effort...
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Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-19-2013, 02:51 PM
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Replies: 0
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ASA AR1 18x9 fs
Two rear wheels fs with slight rash confined to one small area. Otherwise they are excellent looking; no paint problems, scratches, etc.
They are very, very repairable or can be used. I just don't...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
03-19-2013, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 720
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Forum: General E46 Forum
03-19-2013, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 364
cleaned 1
Spray-cleaned mine last summer, like I have several times previously during 6 years ownership.
Idled and ran like crap. Was undriveable, I decided... can't remember it all, but found a code: P1189 -...
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Forum: Suspension & Braking
03-03-2013, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 663
bigg brakes
Check a friend's website for machined carriers and Porsche big calipers.
Less expensive than others and excellent performance.
RallyRoad.com
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Forum: Great Lakes
03-03-2013, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,608
ok for sale again
OK folks. The rears are for sale as the guy didn't get back to me. I've given him a week. The front is spoken for.
He was worried I'd take his hard-earned cash and 'disappear'! Actually, he's the...
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Forum: Great Lakes
02-27-2013, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,608
maybe...
I have one spoken for, (1 and only front), and I'll be sending it in a couple.
The two rears... I'm not sure. A check may be in the mail, but I haven't seen it yet. They're packed and ready to go....
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-22-2013, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 337
storage...
Did you hear any 'clicking' noises while turning the key?
I'm thinking even a weak battery may operate the start solenoid...
And you tried the battery by operating the roof, etc. which worked...
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Forum: Great Lakes
02-11-2013, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 371
seen @ a local dealer
saw a '04 325ci, 5spd, 65K, silver, black int. asked 14.5K @ Zimbrick's in Madison
if anyone is needing one...
am I allowed to post this here?
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 243
well...
'Bad" one moment and 'good' the next?
Hmmm... might want to think/research a bit more before throwing your money at it.
Sorry I can't help a fellow 323-er with mo-better ideas...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 344
well...
Add a bottle of 'Heet" to the fuel tank to begin your start procedure.
The battery may have been somewhat drained, and depending on how new, may or may not be ok. The electrical system is always...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 293
ummm...
Try a couple gallons of 80-90? Maybe not.
Burning oil? Using oil? Oil disappearing?
Are you familiar with problems with the Crankcase Ventilation System?
When the components in this system...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 265
these cars...
The electrical system is continually drawing energy from the battery to keep the systems awake and aware. Even while parked, the systems use the battery.
The only way to prevent any drain is to...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 221
suggestion...
Only a suggestion... first, a question. 330 has a bit over 200 hp. What are you looking for?
Common mods are freeing up air intake and exhaust restrictions and tweaking the software. You can do...
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Forum: Great Lakes
02-11-2013, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 339
uh...
Bargain/quality.
Reminds me of:
Army/Intelligence.
Do such animals exist?
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Forum: Great Lakes
02-11-2013, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 390
repaint?
Own, borrow or rent a garage stall and prep as much as you can yourself.
Remove ALL chrome, lights, emblems, side moldings, bumpers, etc. etc. to start.
The more pieces you remove means easier,...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 221
ummm...
Will it harm the engine in any way?
It will possibly cause more damage to your bank account, if that's any concern.
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Forum: General E46 Forum
02-11-2013, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 243
Uh...
Excuse, but I am of the firm and unwavering understanding that the Throttle Body and the Mass Air Sensor are two different components.
The Mass Air Sensor is located just behind the airbox/filter. ...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
11-23-2012, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 467
coolant prob.
Bleed the radiator/exp. tank again with the front of the car up on ramps, blocks, curb, fairly steep driveway, etc. This is important.
Turn ignition key to 'run' position and set all heat...
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Forum: General E46 Forum
11-02-2012, 10:12 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 628
leak?
Could be leaking from an axle seal and running down, like mine?
Wipe it down really well and check later.
Was quoted $300 at the dealer for seal replacement.
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Forum: General E46 Forum
10-07-2012, 06:01 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 273
OK, Ok now
I looked at it again and found the rotating locking collar was sticking due to dust/sand particles or plastic slag from the casting process... I rotated back and forth to get it to move freely.
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Forum: General E46 Forum
10-07-2012, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 273
Throttle Body Elect Connector Problem
In removing the TB to clean it, I followed instructions and rotated the elect connector counter-clockwise and removed it fairly easily. I didn't think any locking tabs, etc. broke.
I can see the...
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Forum: DIY: Do It Yourself
10-02-2012, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,025
brackets
Check Rallyroad.com.
He makes brackets... for Porsche brakes maybe e36, maybe e46 also.
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Forum: Great Lakes
09-27-2012, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,608
5th wheel
Ex-little woman took it with her to piss me off.
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Forum: Great Lakes
09-17-2012, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,608
These wheels...
OK. reduced price...
Instead of $150 for two rears, let's do $125 for the pair.
Again, the front is a free one... :thumbup:
Pick 'em up in/near Madison, or U pay shipping.
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