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by hornhospital
Fri Dec 20, 2013 7:06 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Ashes change hands.
Replies: 17
Views: 7317

That and rugby I can't fathom the rules, but they are fun to watch!
by hornhospital
Fri Dec 20, 2013 6:53 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Spanish M635 #3232/3283
Replies: 9
Views: 3325

My phone was not as cooperative. I couldn't scroll down far enough to view the price. I see it now while on my desktop. Thank you.
by hornhospital
Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:44 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Ashes change hands.
Replies: 17
Views: 7317

SWE635 wrote:Yay!

...though I have absolutely no idea whatsoever on what you're talking about! ;)
I'm going to guess they're discussing a Cricket match.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/cricke ... eport.html
by hornhospital
Wed Dec 18, 2013 5:57 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Spanish M635 #3232/3283
Replies: 9
Views: 3325

Here is what he is asking for it ..... http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C459922 Yes, just as I said in my post :wink: But you only linked the ebay auction, which doesn't show what the reserve price is. I, for one, had no idea where to look to see where you found the asking price information. :wink:
by hornhospital
Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:42 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Lubricating front end bushings?
Replies: 10
Views: 3125

Randall, are you running OEM rubber bushings, or Urethane? For urethane, silicone grease (sometime called "dielectric grease") or red castor bean grease. Urethane bushing sets usually come with some of the red grease. It has to be renewed periodically. For OEM style rubber, powdered graphi...
by hornhospital
Wed Dec 18, 2013 6:31 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: inexpencive audio head
Replies: 33
Views: 14838

That set up looks awesome. And I may just run new wiring. My was a butchered alpine set up from the 90s. May spend some days wiring it with it being 70 here in Texas Sounds like a plan. This time of year and mid-spring are times to "strike while the iron (weather) is NOT hot!". Same situa...
by hornhospital
Tue Dec 17, 2013 8:31 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: Building E24 635 Race Car
Replies: 253
Views: 199844

Carbs are not the same as injection systems (especially with big cams fitted) but the total inlet length is very important. cheers True about injection vs carbs, but as to what length "ram tubes" to use, think of it like this: BMW made those massive curved intake manifolds for a reason, a...
by hornhospital
Tue Dec 17, 2013 6:12 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Running Out of Things to Test/Replace for Speedo Problem
Replies: 12
Views: 5146

From "The Sign of the Four", Chapter 6, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: "How often have I said to you that when you have eliminated the impossible, whatever remains, however improbable, must be the truth?"Sherlock Holmes I'd say test the differential sensor. The MPG gauge is in part d...
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 16, 2013 10:13 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: how best to sell a rebuilt engine?
Replies: 12
Views: 5419

Re: how best to sell a rebuilt engine?

Pittsburgh635 wrote:

Here is the information I have from the paperwork:
No paperwork, but you got all the rebuild specs from the paperwork? :-k Sorry, but I'm seriously confused. That should suffice for the needed information. You could have the buyer contact the shop that rebuilt it for confirmation.
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 16, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: how best to sell a rebuilt engine?
Replies: 12
Views: 5419

If you have all the receipts for the rebuild work, I'd say DO NOT take it apart. Just show the prospective buyer the work receipts and go from there. It should be obvious the engine has never been cranked since the rebuild if it's been stored properly.
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 16, 2013 7:34 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: rear Pitman links
Replies: 59
Views: 23100

I looked at all the jacks Autozone offers, and they're either crazy expensive, or pretty much "use one time and throw away" junk. I know from experience. I've owned some of the latter. I'm gonna suggest a couple of jacks, and hope no one goes ballistic because they're from Harbor Freight. ...
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 16, 2013 7:29 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: rear Pitman links
Replies: 59
Views: 23100

Some old jack stands were flat across the top. I haven't seen one like that in years (except in my garage...and I don't use them now). They were fine if you put them on the flat areas appropriate for supporting the car, but if you put them on an axle (or anything rounded), you ran the risk of it all...
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 16, 2013 7:20 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: new battery, now starter not engaging flywheel
Replies: 6
Views: 2871

The starter isn't grounding sufficiently. I had the exact same experience with my 633, and when I asked an old time BMW mechanic what it could be (after trying cleaning the bellhousing and starter face engagement faces, replacing the battery wire and solenoid control wires) he said to run a heavy gr...
by hornhospital
Sun Dec 15, 2013 10:52 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Headlight Out, Not one piece headlights
Replies: 3
Views: 2476

Unless they've been swapped an '85 US spec 635 has one-piece headlights. The low beam is H5006

It may have been retrofitted with these, but the swap would have had to involve replacement of the headlight buckets, also.

http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sku/H ... 16598.html
by hornhospital
Sun Dec 15, 2013 3:14 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Now I have seen everything...
Replies: 4
Views: 1767

Grassroots Motorsports magazine did an article on just such a swap. There's even a kit for most of it.
by hornhospital
Sun Dec 15, 2013 3:11 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: What the hell was I thinking? 635 Vintage Racecar project!
Replies: 37
Views: 20391

GripGreg wrote:Also, the hood looks ajar? :-k Even on the track.
I noticed that, too. I was thinking "the hood latch lever has got to be right over his left foot, right in the way"
by hornhospital
Sat Dec 14, 2013 5:24 pm
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: Ideas for my 2nd RIM set color
Replies: 4
Views: 4879

This isn't the same style wheel. of course, but I like this subtle gold. It's "Champagne Mist", a Rustoleum Advanced Formula Metallic paint and primer in one. Seems very durable so far. Home Depot carries it.

WOW! Just realized what a lousy picture that is! Sorry!
by hornhospital
Sat Dec 14, 2013 5:17 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: What Is This Instrument Cluster Socket's Purpose?
Replies: 4
Views: 1733

When you get done with yours, you can fix mine, too, Jeff. #-o :lol:
by hornhospital
Fri Dec 13, 2013 5:55 am
Forum: Buyer and Seller feedback - Vender Feedback
Topic: Positive for henryc
Replies: 1
Views: 2271

Positive for henryc

Transaction with henryc:

viewtopic.php?t=22239

Parts were exactly as described. Henry shipped them quickly. Two thumbs up.
by hornhospital
Mon Dec 09, 2013 6:49 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Valve Noise - worse after adjustment
Replies: 8
Views: 3761

Either this: http://www.harborfreight.com/mechanics- ... 41966.html for $4, or if you want to really get fancy, this: http://www.harborfreight.com/digital-di ... 95653.html for $37
by hornhospital
Sat Dec 07, 2013 9:17 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: NIKKI WEED'S ADVENTURE
Replies: 50
Views: 22360

The spearhunting museum isn't all stuffed critters. Lots-o-spears to look at, too (among other things).

I can only imagine what you and Amber are cooking up. #-o
by hornhospital
Sat Dec 07, 2013 6:54 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: NIKKI WEED'S ADVENTURE
Replies: 50
Views: 22360

Well, phooey. Talked to Amber, and Abita Brew Pub isn't open on Mondays. And the breweries don't give tours until mid-week. She'd still like to meet you around Hammond or Abita Springs for lunch that day.
by hornhospital
Fri Dec 06, 2013 9:33 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: NIKKI WEED'S ADVENTURE
Replies: 50
Views: 22360

Oooh oh oh oh! When you stop in Abita Springs, eat at the Abita Brew Pub! http://www.abitabrewpub.com/ That's where my friend/sort-of-adopted daughter Amber works! Although she probably won't be working those days (Mon/Tues) if she knew you were coming she might switch shifts to be there. In a day o...
by hornhospital
Fri Dec 06, 2013 8:01 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts wanted
Topic: WTB: Front ABS Sensors
Replies: 6
Views: 2945

They are part number 34521179981, and I don't blame you for fishing for them here. They are ~$150 each new.