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by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 26, 2017 12:11 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

I am in the process of replacing the SLS with regular coils and Bilstein HD shocks and will have the front air dam and small rust spots fixed then I'll try my luck on Bring a Trailer. The body guy I will be using isn't fast but, he is reasonable and for the most part specializes in bringing back to ...
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 26, 2017 12:05 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted
Replies: 5
Views: 5972

Re: M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted

The SLS is giving me issues and I have already ordered all of the pieces from my local dealership to convert it over to standard shocks and springs with the addition of Bilstein HD shocks. I will hang onto all of the SLS for a future owner.
by MSGGrunt
Fri Sep 22, 2017 11:31 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted
Replies: 5
Views: 5972

Re: M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted

That makes sense... Though I feel my "M" is a very nice example, it is not a 50,000 mile, concourse car but rather a nice clean driver. Maybe in 20 or 30 years miles on these won't matter when they receive a nut and bolt restoration but, for now it seems the SLS removal won't hurt the cars...
by MSGGrunt
Thu Sep 21, 2017 10:16 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted
Replies: 5
Views: 5972

M6 Value with SLS vs Without/Converted

The time has come to sell my 87 M6 and I am looking for advice on the value of it with the original, functioning self-leveling suspension vs if I replaced it with all OEM BMW parts and Bilstein shocks. I would place more value on a car with it in place and 100% original but, I see many of the M6s th...
by MSGGrunt
Wed Sep 20, 2017 9:44 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

I am amazed that I am having a hard time selling this car, unless I want to let it go for $15,000...
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 5:56 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Re: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

PM Sent

The plastic piece on the end of the switch where the electrical connectors are would actually freely turn inside the metal housing and was leaking fluid. I was told that this should not turn freely.
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 4:59 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Re: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

I only say 115 because that was what is listed on Real OEM.

You wouldn't want to sell one of them by any chance?
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 3:43 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Re: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

The issue is I need the sensor circled in the picture that is leaking. They are no longer available new world wide and a used one potentially would leak just like the one on my car now. I am infuriated that a $99.00 sensor/switch is forcing me to ditch the entire original rear suspension. I tried se...
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:37 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Re: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

If using BMW Springs and not aftermarket what would be the best option?

NA 635CSi #33531131644
Euro M635CSi #33531130723
Euro M5351 #33531128708
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:28 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Re: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

This is the parts diagram I am working off.
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:45 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help
Replies: 10
Views: 10354

Forced Self Levelling Suspension Delete Need Help

I am unable to locate a leaking switch on my 87 M6 SLS so, like others, I will be converting to standard coils and shocks. I do not want to lower the car if I can help it and want to match the original front ride height as I will not be changing out anything in the front. I am just not in a position...
by MSGGrunt
Sat Sep 16, 2017 11:13 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: SLS 115 Bar Switch/Sensor Leak Repair
Replies: 0
Views: 2000

SLS 115 Bar Switch/Sensor Leak Repair

The sensor on my 1987 M6 SLS pump is leaking and a replacement not available. Originally I guess the plastic end with the electrical connectors was crimped tightly into the metal body of the sensor. Over time this seal is no longer tight and the fluid that is under pressure has been leaking. I looke...
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 12, 2017 11:52 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 SLS Switch Emergency
Replies: 5
Views: 5841

Re: M6 SLS Switch Emergency

The sensor is off. I used brake cleaner to try and get all of the hydraulic fluid cleaned off/out but, making sure it is all removed from between the plastic and the metal sensor body where it is leaking past will be difficult. I will clean it multiple times and hope that I get all of it so there wi...
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 12, 2017 11:13 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 SLS Switch Emergency
Replies: 5
Views: 5841

Re: M6 SLS Switch Emergency

This is what I found. I asked if he could tell me the name of the epoxy used.

https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/show ... ight=epoxy
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 12, 2017 10:48 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 SLS Switch Emergency
Replies: 5
Views: 5841

Re: M6 SLS Switch Emergency

I was actually wondering if something along this line would work. Clean it really, really well and see if the epoxy solution works. I have nothing to lose. I actually filed a complaint with BMW NA that because of one $99.00 NLA switch that a classic car such as the M6, M5 and the 750iL would be rend...
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 12, 2017 3:10 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 SLS Switch Emergency
Replies: 5
Views: 5841

Re: M6 SLS Switch Emergency

Not available through BMW and every Vender I have called, BAV Auto, ECS Tuning, etc does not have this switch available. Is one originally $99.00 switch that is no longer available going to FORCE me to replace the entire SLS system. Really BMW???
by MSGGrunt
Tue Sep 12, 2017 12:22 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 SLS Switch Emergency
Replies: 5
Views: 5841

M6 SLS Switch Emergency

My SLS on my 1987 M6 is inoperable. The pressure switch, Part # 61-31-1-364-116 is leaking and I need a replacement. Has anyone eliminated their SLS for other reasons and has one of these switches that they would like to sell? It should go without saying that it should not leak. Mine is leaking arou...
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 04, 2017 11:48 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

Yes, it likely has a swapped in Euro M88/3. This was done prior to the owner I bought if off, a Bimmerfoums.com member and enthusiast, and was something I was ok with. The internals of the head are perfect with a nice bronze "patina" and zero evidence of any abnormal wear on the cam lobes....
by MSGGrunt
Mon Sep 04, 2017 11:37 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 Caliper Rebuild Service
Replies: 6
Views: 5642

Re: M6 Caliper Rebuild Service

I thought I would give it a try rebuilding them myself as it seems pretty straight forward. The issue I ran into is that I couldn't get all of the pistons out of the calipers, even with compressed air, and I really don't want to mess up anything. I MAY have found a local guy here in MA that can do t...
by MSGGrunt
Sun Sep 03, 2017 2:25 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: M6 Caliper Rebuild Service
Replies: 6
Views: 5642

M6 Caliper Rebuild Service

Anyone know of a company that I could send my 1987 M6 front calipers off to to have them rebuilt?

New/rebuilt are prohibitively expensive given that they should be able to be rebuilt.

Cost of having them rebuilt?
by MSGGrunt
Sat Sep 02, 2017 9:26 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

I've dropped the price to $20,000 in hopes of a quick sale. The car is worth more than this but, Winter is coming to New England and I need the space in the garage.
by MSGGrunt
Sat Sep 02, 2017 9:17 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

I feel the car is very solid at or close to my asking price. I hate to sell it but, I just bought a Porsche Cayman and have a 325iX project so, I need to make room in the garage. The car has been fun but, not being independently wealthy I have decided to sell the beloved M6 to fund my iX project and...
by MSGGrunt
Thu Aug 31, 2017 7:04 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

A few more.
by MSGGrunt
Thu Aug 31, 2017 7:01 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

Re: FS: 87 M6 $20,000

More Photos
by MSGGrunt
Thu Aug 31, 2017 6:59 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS: 87 M6 $20,000
Replies: 14
Views: 47568

FS: 87 M6 $20,000

The time has come to pass along my E24 M6 to a new caretaker. This M6 was originally sold in California and was a California car for 26 years until the previous owner bought it and eventually moved to Texas with it in 2013. The car remained in Texas until I purchased it in 2015 and had it shipped to...