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by Ralph in Socal
Tue Mar 12, 2024 11:53 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: switch to fit in radio cutout replacing factory plug
Replies: 1
Views: 55

Re: switch to fit in radio cutout replacing factory plug

Use an e30 foglight switch for basic On/Off function. I'm not aware of a 3 position switch as you describe to fit the hole

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by Ralph in Socal
Tue Mar 12, 2024 11:50 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: fuel tank interchangable?
Replies: 2
Views: 73

Re: fuel tank interchangable?

Slight difference in the sender/pump hole location between S1 and S2 fuel tanks. Nothing insurmountable at all. Later tanks are equipped with a screw in drain but they're usually frozen in place

Euro fuel tanks are completely different

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Sun Mar 10, 2024 10:07 pm
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1979 635CSi Euro - Henna Revival Project
Replies: 21
Views: 1659

Re: 1979 635CSi Euro - Henna Revival Project

FYI Tom. E12 and S1E24 front Struts are not the same. I know the spindle diameter for e24 is larger. The spring cup diameter may also be different

Great progress 👏

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Thu Feb 22, 2024 6:54 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: B35 head on Euro B34
Replies: 3
Views: 348

Re: B35 head on Euro B34

Just my opinion, but since you have the pieces to make an actual B34 euro 10:1 motor, I would lean towards that setup. The Hartge head can easily top off your B35 bottom end to make another worthy mill. Parts will interchange but you really gain little by mixing them up. The B35 achieves similar hp ...
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Feb 14, 2024 10:42 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 635csi automatik transmission problems
Replies: 3
Views: 573

Re: 635csi automatik transmission problems

The Selector shaft for the transmission is connected to the shifter mechanism by a cable. Make sure the transmission actually goes into Park mode when the shifter is pushed all the way forward. The cable connection to the transmission is adjustable The transmission only locks in place when Park is s...
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Feb 14, 2024 9:23 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Piston ring source - M30B35 oversize
Replies: 3
Views: 351

Re: Piston ring source - M30B35 oversize

This company was recommended to me by someone who rebuilt his M90. Semi local to me and I had no idea they existed. Good luck

http://www.deves.com/devesrings/cars_BMW.php

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Sat Feb 03, 2024 3:22 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues
Replies: 18
Views: 847

Re: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues

My mistake. I forgot about the early car setup

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by Ralph in Socal
Fri Feb 02, 2024 6:33 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues
Replies: 18
Views: 847

Re: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues

CTS is located on the thermostat housing on top. Usually Blue, Brown, or Off-White. It provides a Resistamce reading to the ecu. Resistance drops as temperature goes up

Make sure you get the same resistance reading at the sensor and at the ecu connector

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Thu Feb 01, 2024 5:23 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues
Replies: 18
Views: 847

Re: 1978 Euro 635CSi rev issues

Coolant Temp Sensor is one of the first things I look at when running rich. No O2 sensor so that's eliminated. Good luck

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Jan 31, 2024 10:34 pm
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: 1970's Cars
Replies: 12
Views: 1239

Re: 1970's Cars

Hello: Are the late 1970's cars that are (possible) restoration projects doable or should they be avoided. I am looking at a couple on facebook marketplace in the Kansas City area. One is a 1978 635CSi (per seller) described as a Euro car with a 6 digit VIN. I don't know what that means, I have own...
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Jan 31, 2024 6:37 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Moving Power Seats on the Work Bench for Cleaning/Maint
Replies: 5
Views: 505

Re: Moving Power Seats on the Work Bench for Cleaning/Maint

Positive is the large Red wire, negative is the large Brown wire. You'll find them on opposite ends of the connector. Unfortunately you need the seat wire harness with the center console switches to make it work DC motors move one direction when power is applied. Movement in the opposite direction i...
by Ralph in Socal
Fri Jan 26, 2024 12:01 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: “Very Rare” Momo-BMW Steering Wheel
Replies: 2
Views: 727

Re: “Very Rare” Momo-BMW Steering Wheel

To assist in your sale, use the key words Coarse Spline. 85 and earlier e23, e24 and e28 have coarse spline application. Same for e3, e9, e12 so this will work on those as well. And to top it off, the adapter can be changed to allow for fine spline fitment. Price is great. Someone on mye28 is lookin...
by Ralph in Socal
Thu Jan 25, 2024 10:04 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: highland rear bumper corners side end caps
Replies: 5
Views: 725

Re: highland rear bumper corners side end caps

I have a set of 88/89 ( Highline) Bumper ends available. Sent you an email.

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Fri Jan 19, 2024 5:43 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: WTB or repair information for power seat control mudule
Replies: 3
Views: 431

Re: WTB or repair information for power seat control mudule

You need to specify whether it has Memory function or not. Completely different and not interchangeable.

I do have a couple of the Memory seat modules but they are untested. Good luck

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Jan 17, 2024 5:53 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Engine block numbering - what year is this?
Replies: 3
Views: 605

Re: Engine block numbering - what year is this?

The B35 has high compression pistons. It's the head that has a larger combustion chamber. Find other stampings on the side of the block to determine date of manufacture One way to mimick the B34 Euro 10:1 high compression motor is to start with a B35 bottom end and mate a B34 head to it. Seems that'...
by Ralph in Socal
Mon Jan 15, 2024 10:28 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M30B35 wierd sound
Replies: 13
Views: 878

Re: M30B35 wierd sound

There's a specific procedure for priming the timing chain tensioner. Make sure the tensioner is proper as it sounds like the chain whining at higher rpms

Seems it's running rough as well so make sure timing marks are in alignment

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Sat Jan 06, 2024 6:16 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: WTB: 3.46 Limited Slip Diff
Replies: 5
Views: 774

Re: WTB: 3.46 Limited Slip Diff

This is the only 3.46 lsd I have available. Rear loader as required for 82 and up model years. All new seals and I can include the cover seal as well. $700 plus all additional costs Just make sure whatever you purchase has the four mounting holes on top as shown in pic. Picture was prior to cleanup ...
by Ralph in Socal
Sun Dec 10, 2023 4:56 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: transmission sensor?
Replies: 3
Views: 732

Re: transmission sensor?

duracel79 wrote: Sat Dec 09, 2023 10:16 am That looks like a broken reverse light switch to me.
Should have 2 spade terminals poking out of it.
Correct. Looked at a couple of 260 transmissions and that is the reverse light switch but broken. New ones are readily available

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Nov 22, 2023 9:17 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Full Throttle Hesitation
Replies: 4
Views: 876

Re: Full Throttle Hesitation

You should also check fuel volume. Pressure alone is not enough Test Volume by rerouting the output from the fuel pressure regulator to a suitable container. Collected Volume needs to be at least 750 ml in one minute of engine running time The failed In-Tank Pump could have a negative effect on your...
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Nov 15, 2023 4:06 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: When does a Standalone become necessary?
Replies: 3
Views: 749

Re: When does a Standalone become necessary?

I don't have the experience but I've heard that Wideband O2 sensor can provide real-time AFR readings. I would start there as that can tell you when the factory parts have reached their limit

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Nov 15, 2023 4:02 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1988 635csi starts then won't restart after running a few minutes
Replies: 12
Views: 1298

Re: 1988 635csi starts then won't restart after running a few minutes

Check relays. Mainly the Fuel Pump relay. You can sub-in the horn relay as a test as it is the same type 4 prong relay. Relay going out is an indication the pump is doomed to fail. Basically pulls higher amperage and causes heat related relay failure There is a relay for the OBC under the dash kick ...
by Ralph in Socal
Tue Nov 14, 2023 9:19 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: When does a Standalone become necessary?
Replies: 3
Views: 749

Re: When does a Standalone become necessary?

Correct about posting pics on your first post. Best way to do it \:D/ Bobbo is going to be all over your thread. That's a beautiful green. Please elaborate on actual color. Sorry, I can't help with the standalone question as I'm actually thrilled to drive factory M30 power. However I am partial to t...
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Nov 08, 2023 12:55 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Nice Series 1 Euro Hennarot 635CSi…
Replies: 4
Views: 827

Re: Nice Series 1 Euro Hennarot 635CSi…

I agree the climbing selling price is excellent. I do see a couple of issues As mentioned in description the front Dr fender damage. Why not get that repaired? He's getting a great price as-is so maybe not a big deal to others Sealed beam headlights. I wonder what was done behind them Rear side mark...
by Ralph in Socal
Thu Nov 02, 2023 11:44 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: E24 Electric Sport Seats For Sale - SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 778

Re: E24 Electric Sport Seats For Sale

High desert Victorville. Going to Socal Vintage on Saturday at Woodley Park in Van Nuys

Ralph
by Ralph in Socal
Wed Nov 01, 2023 8:08 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: How To: BMW M30 Coolant System Flush
Replies: 11
Views: 2842

Re: How To: BMW M30 Coolant System Flush

M30 block plug viewed from underneath. This is in an e34 but same location for all M30. Passenger side, under the exhaust manifold, just in front of the block flange for the transmission. 19 mm head

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