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by cgswift
Tue Mar 06, 2018 1:08 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Relay madness
Replies: 9
Views: 7175

Re: Relay madness

Finally got an opportunity to go out back and take a look. Mine looks like yours, except reversed, and a lot more dust. Big silver is closest to the firewall. I'll try to upload my crappy phone pic soon, it's time for dinner. I was incorrect about my car though, it is a 12/82 build date, 725687 are ...
by cgswift
Thu Mar 01, 2018 2:34 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Relay madness
Replies: 9
Views: 7175

Re: Relay madness

I'll try to look at my '83 tomorrow. Can't guarantee anything, I work too much! It was built in 10/82, might be close enough to garner some information. Toph (Colorado 6'ers, too cool!)
by cgswift
Wed Feb 28, 2018 12:45 am
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: M6 / M635 Diff Housing
Replies: 6
Views: 43771

Re: M6 / M635 Diff Housing

Ian, Would it be possible to obtain a picture of the rusted webbing? I can't imagine a cast iron diff with rust of a nature to compromise the structural integrity of the casting. Removal and media blasting would be my actions to further assess the situation; I seriously doubt that you have any issue...
by cgswift
Thu Feb 15, 2018 1:04 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Wiring a headlight buzzer
Replies: 7
Views: 6264

Re: Wiring a headlight buzzer

If I understand you correctly, you are very close. Terminal 87 is only continuous with 30 when the relay is not activated. With the parking lamps on 86, that should give you 12VDC to one end of the coil while they are on. The door switch, connected to 30 is OK, but you could just give it a good grou...
by cgswift
Wed Feb 14, 2018 1:02 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fuel pump relay
Replies: 35
Views: 17170

Re: Fuel pump relay

I agree with baders, no answers=no answers. Toph
by cgswift
Wed Feb 14, 2018 12:18 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Wiring a headlight buzzer
Replies: 7
Views: 6264

Re: Wiring a headlight buzzer

Sounds simple enough. Terminals 85 and 86 are the field coil ends that cause the relay to switch. If one of these is a hot wire from the headlamps (assuming no diode) with the ignition off, and the other is a ground, you will have your 'switch'. Terminals 30 and 87a will be continuous when the relay...
by cgswift
Mon Feb 12, 2018 12:51 am
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: What do you think the best looking rims are for the shark?
Replies: 145
Views: 131173

Re: What do you think the best looking rims are for the shark?

I reiterate, 17 inch Style 5's are my premier choice. Bilstein sports with Eibach lowering springs have been my choice for many years. Still have a box of brand new Eibachs available for what I have into them. Toph
by cgswift
Mon Feb 12, 2018 12:25 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Wiring a headlight buzzer
Replies: 7
Views: 6264

Re: Wiring a headlight buzzer

Depending upon where you obtain your relay, take a close look at the diagram on the side of the relay housing. Some of these relays are designed for very specific applications and have a diode built in to the circuitry of the coil function. It will be between terminals 85 and 86, a little triangle w...
by cgswift
Tue Jan 30, 2018 8:54 pm
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: Try Again (New Tires)
Replies: 5
Views: 9038

Re: Try Again (New Tires)

In the days when my wallet was visibly much thinner, I purchased a set of Kumho SPTs. I was quite impressed with them until my LSD ate them. They were ridiculously inexpensive ten years ago as compared to the big name brands. Toph
by cgswift
Tue Jan 30, 2018 8:39 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1979 633csi emissions without thermal reactors
Replies: 22
Views: 12956

Re: 1979 633csi emissions without thermal reactors

https://www.emissions.org/colorado-emis ... locations/

You can try any of these, on the phone first, to explain your issue. Maybe see if you can get a helpful and positive response. Toph
by cgswift
Mon Jan 22, 2018 8:31 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 453020

Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!

My steering box mounting is still in good condition, yet I have always wanted to do this mod. Now that it seems that the components may not be available, I will be contacting Ed very soon. Thanks for the 'Heads Up'! Toph
by cgswift
Sat Jan 20, 2018 12:59 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1979 633csi emissions without thermal reactors
Replies: 22
Views: 12956

Re: 1979 633csi emissions without thermal reactors

If I'm not mistaken, your car will qualify for the 'Collectors' license plate here in Colorado. You should be able to take it to one of the few remaining emissions stations for older cars and have it tested. These guys are few and far between, but generally very workable, wink-wink, as far as obtain...
by cgswift
Fri Dec 22, 2017 1:16 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: hard to diagnose brake issue
Replies: 20
Views: 13146

Re: hard to diagnose brake issue

Nut,
When you found the front caliper had increased 40C, by chance did you record any temperature change in the opposing rear caliper as well? If not, this should rule out the master cylinder as the culprit. Interesting issue, you have my mind tumbling. Toph
by cgswift
Thu May 05, 2016 3:47 am
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: WTB: sport springs
Replies: 7
Views: 4899

Re: WTB: sport springs

The Eibach springs are identical as well. The box specified E24 or E28, but the part number was the same. Toph
by cgswift
Sat Apr 23, 2016 7:32 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: WTB: sport springs
Replies: 7
Views: 4899

Re: WTB: sport springs

Are these the same springs that you were looking for in 2011? If so, I've still got my set of Eibachs, brand new in the box, for $260.00 + freight. Toph
by cgswift
Thu Mar 24, 2016 12:33 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 1981 633 Wiring questions
Replies: 20
Views: 12360

Re: 1981 633 Wireing questions

Rainer,
You have probably already seen this; it's from an '83. http://shark.armchair.mb.ca/~dave/BMW/e24/e24_83.pdf
This shows a green wire from the ignition switch going to the primary side of the coil. Hope that this helps! Toph
by cgswift
Wed May 15, 2013 6:43 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Denver 6ers, free front spoiler!
Replies: 0
Views: 2065

Denver 6ers, free front spoiler!

Don't get too excited. I have a pretty rough front spoiler with a horizontal split that must go away. The wife and I are 'relocating' within the Denver metro area and she wants me to cull out some of my treasured stuff. It was on my car for two years, as is. It can certainly be repaired by any compe...
by cgswift
Sat Mar 16, 2013 1:55 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Need help with door latch, will not latch (video inside)
Replies: 16
Views: 10470

Crazy glue? Are you crazy? Just kidding around!!! If the door seals are physically torn yes, you will need to replace them eventually. If they are just in really bad shape and hanging where they shouldn't be, they can be re-glued. There is a couple of 3M products that will serve you well. They make ...
by cgswift
Fri Mar 15, 2013 11:31 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Need help with door latch, will not latch (video inside)
Replies: 16
Views: 10470

You might want to consider applying some white lithium grease to your latching mechanisms internal friction areas. WD40, although very useful, will dry leaving a sticky residue. It's a 'catch 22' product; it will clean and lubricate, but after a period of time you'll need to re-apply. This is why ev...
by cgswift
Mon Mar 11, 2013 8:12 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Friendly Sharks
Replies: 1
Views: 3007

Friendly Sharks

by cgswift
Sun Mar 10, 2013 10:04 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: How to make a 3 series BMW
Replies: 0
Views: 2174

How to make a 3 series BMW

Got this from a friend today; it's quite interesting. Toph

http://www.youtube.com/embed/libw1rV2Mc ... detailpage
by cgswift
Sun Mar 10, 2013 7:23 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: bmw 633 csi - $3500 (Denver)
Replies: 0
Views: 2064

bmw 633 csi - $3500 (Denver)

Found this on Craigslist in Denver this morning if anyone might be interested. Brian? Toph

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3669651159.html
by cgswift
Sat Mar 09, 2013 2:52 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 286 Schrick Cam
Replies: 7
Views: 6337

I am making the assumption that your car does have the M30 engine. Being the JPS "display" car, I really can't imagine that they would have done anything but the standard M30. By the way, VERY cool car. Toph
by cgswift
Sat Mar 09, 2013 2:37 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 286 Schrick Cam
Replies: 7
Views: 6337

I don't believe that Schrick makes a '286' camshaft for a M30 engine. Are you looking to have them grind one for you? The guys at Turner Motorsport, 800-280-6966, might be able to give you an idea about what you would need. There will be quite a few other factors that you may want to consider. Toph
by cgswift
Sat Mar 09, 2013 1:31 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: 88 635csi ECM
Replies: 2
Views: 2598

Why didn't you try posting this in the "Cars and Parts Wanted" section? You would probably have a greater chance of success. Toph