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- Sat May 05, 2018 9:50 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M88 Starter
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2663
Re: M88 Starter
You will have to remove the air filter housing (1 MAF connector, one mounting bolt and the flexible hose to the plenum), then the plenum chamber itself (hose on the top centre and bottom centre, plus the 6 throttle body flexible hoses). Once the plenum of off you can get easy access to the starter a...
- Fri Apr 27, 2018 9:34 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hydraulic Ramps!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9366
Re: Hydraulic Ramps!
I was! 45KG = 99Lbs which is pretty good for a 5' 7" athletic blonde (my wife, however, is a brunette midget... think Mini-Me <RIP> in a long brown wig)
- Fri Apr 27, 2018 8:31 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hydraulic Ramps!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9366
Re: Hydraulic Ramps!
I guess they weigh so much because they are so chunky; this is seriously big, pickup truck-lifting stuff! I bought the bigger size because I restore all sorts of classics and who knows what will catch my eye next... These ramps can effectively lift a whole E24 on their own, I am definately going to ...
- Fri Apr 27, 2018 2:55 pm
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: Hydraulic Ramps!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9366
Hydraulic Ramps!
I just bought a set of THESE! https://www.cjautos.eu/v/vspfiles/photos/CR06XHD-2T.jpg Very well made and extremely robust (and damn heavy!). The box was on a pallet and listed as 100KG when it arrived so it needed a small fork lift to get it from the road to the workshop door. The ramps come as a ki...
- Tue Apr 24, 2018 7:17 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M653CSI Workshop Manual
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2512
Re: M653CSI Workshop Manual
Thanks Chaps!
I just burned the ISO to CD but it is a Win application, rather than a CDrom, so will need to check it on Windows machine. Ron, I don't suppose you have a link to an ISO for the schematics do you? :) (01560035852)
I just burned the ISO to CD but it is a Win application, rather than a CDrom, so will need to check it on Windows machine. Ron, I don't suppose you have a link to an ISO for the schematics do you? :) (01560035852)
- Tue Apr 24, 2018 2:33 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Headlight washer pump wiring.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3859
Re: Headlight washer pump wiring.
Thanks for that. Apologies for not picking this up sooner but been out of action for a little while. Back in the saddle now though!
Ron, I will send you a PM.
Cheers!
Ron, I will send you a PM.
Cheers!
- Tue Apr 24, 2018 2:28 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M653CSI Workshop Manual
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2512
M653CSI Workshop Manual
Hi All,
I am trying to get hold of a workshop manual CD (01560036114) but my local dealer says he cannot get hold of them any more as they are NLA. Can anyone point me in the direction of somewhere I might get a copy please?
Cheers,
Ian
I am trying to get hold of a workshop manual CD (01560036114) but my local dealer says he cannot get hold of them any more as they are NLA. Can anyone point me in the direction of somewhere I might get a copy please?
Cheers,
Ian
- Fri Apr 06, 2018 5:19 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Headlight washer pump wiring.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3859
Re: Headlight washer pump wiring.
Thanks Chaps,
Very useful info but I cannot see where the brown with black stripe in my photo goes..
Very useful info but I cannot see where the brown with black stripe in my photo goes..
- Wed Apr 04, 2018 9:10 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Headlight washer pump wiring.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3859
Headlight washer pump wiring.
Hi all, I am restoring the LH engine bay wiring and there are two small loom legs under the washer bottle for which I need some help in identifying the last connectors / wires (picture below). I have the main washer pump (windscreen) and washer bottle level loom connections sorted but the second loo...
- Wed Mar 28, 2018 10:38 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: m88/3 valve clearance adjust
- Replies: 24
- Views: 15644
Re: m88/3 valve clearance adjust
I just checked mine, whilst I have the valve cover off for stripping and refinishing. Inlets were all 0,25 - 0.26mm Exhaust pretty much 0.28mm all along. My initial thoughts are to leave as is. They don't tap (obviously) or touch the piston crowns. OK, the valves will open a little wider and lift/cl...
- Wed Mar 28, 2018 7:33 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Pump Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8545
Re: Fuel Pump Question
do check for yourself but AFAICT the current BMW number is 16141179232 the old BMW number is 16141178751 the old Bosch number is 0580464013 (or 0580464070) and the new Bosch number is 69412 specs of some older bosch pumps (including ....070) here http://www.binarysupplies.co.uk/TVR/Bosch%20fuel%20p...
- Wed Mar 28, 2018 12:22 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Pump Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8545
Re: Fuel Pump Question
Thanks All,
To my surprise the BWM genuine lift-pump was almost the same as the price for after market pumps and they had it in UK stock for next day collection. With a 10% BMW owner's club discount it came in at around £270 so I ordered it.
Cheers,
Ian
To my surprise the BWM genuine lift-pump was almost the same as the price for after market pumps and they had it in UK stock for next day collection. With a 10% BMW owner's club discount it came in at around £270 so I ordered it.
Cheers,
Ian
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 6:01 pm
- Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
- Topic: Rear Frame Bushing Removal Sucess.......
- Replies: 26
- Views: 19241
Re: Rear Frame Bushing Removal Sucess.......
Interesting. Were they the yellow or black Powerflex?
I want to sharpen up the handling by replacing the suspension with new Bilsteins and bushes all round but I do not want to spoil the feel of the car. Is there a more compliant alternative compromise between OEM and Powerflex?
Cheers,
Ian
I want to sharpen up the handling by replacing the suspension with new Bilsteins and bushes all round but I do not want to spoil the feel of the car. Is there a more compliant alternative compromise between OEM and Powerflex?
Cheers,
Ian
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 4:32 pm
- Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
- Topic: M635CSI Rear Silencer
- Replies: 0
- Views: 38538
M635CSI Rear Silencer
Any of you guys out there have a standard M635CSI rear silencer suitable for an '85 UK car please? IE Item 3 onTHIS PAGE? Perhaps you have fitted a nice aftermarket exhaust and the old one is taking up valuable space in the shed....
Thanks,
Ian
Thanks,
Ian
- Tue Mar 27, 2018 4:24 pm
- Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
- Topic: Centre Console, Between Seats
- Replies: 8
- Views: 50447
Re: Centre Console, Between Seats
Pop off the two small covers on the top. This gives you access to the two rear mounting bolts. The front is simply held in place under the gearstick console so slide it backwards to remove.
- Mon Mar 26, 2018 11:20 pm
- Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
- Topic: Rear Frame Bushing Removal Sucess.......
- Replies: 26
- Views: 19241
Re: Rear Frame Bushing Removal Sucess.......
I am considering the full POWERFLEX set of bushes front and rear but after reading this thread I might end up paying for someone to fit them. Anyone know a tame Powerflex stockist/installer in the UK please?
- Mon Mar 26, 2018 10:52 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Pump Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8545
Re: Fuel Pump Question
Thanks Brucey, That seems to match up with what I see too. So, to replace the fuel supply system on my M635CSI I am going to need: In-Tank Lift Pump BMW 16141179424 In-Line Fuel Pump Bosch 69412 In-Line Fuel Filter Bosch 0 450 905 030 (BMW - 13329063165) The last 2 are readily available but the lift...
- Mon Mar 26, 2018 9:28 am
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Pump Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8545
Re: Fuel Pump Question
Thanks chaps!
I have managed to ID the lift pump but for the main pump does anyone know the part number for a decent make, such as Bosch please?
Cheers,
Ian
I have managed to ID the lift pump but for the main pump does anyone know the part number for a decent make, such as Bosch please?
Cheers,
Ian
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 9:16 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4350
Re: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
Thanks Brucey, The problem is that the compressor does not have a lot of room to move so fitting a larger belt might mean that it cannot be tensioned properly so giving belt squeal when hitting the AC button. I managed by brute force to get the belt on using a stubby flat blade as a wedge and turnin...
- Sun Mar 25, 2018 8:40 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Pump Question
- Replies: 13
- Views: 8545
Fuel Pump Question
Hi All, So, today, after my engine rebuild I got the motor filled with fluids but it failed to start. After some process of elimination stuff I found the fuel pump fuse had blown. So, with fuse 11 duly replaced, the engine burst into life and I got it running up to temperature. All was OK but I hear...
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 5:28 pm
- Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
- Topic: power steering hoses
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5202
Re: power steering hoses
A lot of those pipes are NLA...
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 2:49 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4350
Re: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
Thanks Ron, I have a lovely new Rad, which thankfully is still in its box. :) However the aircon rad is still in place and I have no access to the RHS of the engine bay without moving the car. Is it possible to remove the compressor top mount from the underside or do I need to remove the bonnet? Che...
- Thu Mar 22, 2018 11:49 am
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4350
Re: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
Thanks Ron,
How do you access the top mount bolts please? Can I do this from the underside of the car?
Ian
How do you access the top mount bolts please? Can I do this from the underside of the car?
Ian
- Wed Mar 21, 2018 11:39 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4350
M635 Air Con Compressor Belt Swap
Hi All, I am replacing all the belts on the car with new BMW items. The tensioners are a great design, with sawtooth track above the slot and a toothed 19mm 'nut' that walks along the track until the belt is tensioned and then locked off with the 13mm on the other end of the coach bolt that goes thr...
- Tue Mar 20, 2018 11:56 pm
- Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
- Topic: power steering hoses
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5202
Re: power steering hoses
I guess you have checked HERE? What pipes are you missing?