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Wild shot in the dark, but is there any chance that the sensor pickup on the flywheel is missing? I had that issue after rebuilding, I think the machine shop knocked it off.

I think I would try to mark off the obvious culprits first. Battery/starter. When it happens, get someone to turn the key and start jiggling wires at the battery and starter to see if you can locate the problem. Tap relays, and starter. Then check power at starter to see if you are getting power to ...

Excellent write up!

I will add.... if the machine shop knocks the raised pin off of the flywheel, the car will not start! Trust me, I know.

love a happy ending! That board was really corroded.

Glad it worked for you! Last weekend a buddy called me and said he was using a Capri bleeder to flush brakes and clutch on his e39 M5. Capri is a vacuum style bleeder that runs off of air pressure. Nice unit, that works great most of the time. He said something went wrong and the clutch was dead. I ...

Most likely some kind of pressure device. Clutches can be tricky.

This is the best method I have used. Works every time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdf--suwqw0

I went through this a couple of years ago. I believe there are two types of pumps. One bolts down and one twist lock. Twist off is normal direction. Spray ppenatrating lube and tap with a punch. Harder part may be finding a replacement, they were tough to get for a while and sometimes you would get ...

I haven't driven my M6 much this year. I decided to drive it this morning. A little slow starting and had a skip, which was weird as it always runs perfect. I noticed it was pretty low on fuel, so I stopped at the station and filled it up with premium/non ethanol. Skipped the rest of the drive to wo...

I have removed a couple of old alarm systems. If you can locate a manual somewhere, that can be a good start. Most of the systems disable a system, like the starter. So, a starter trigger wire will be cut and routed through the alarm. Just undo the alarm wires and reconnect the factory wires. Just t...

Hope it's not the "voltage regulator" as they dont appear to be available anymore. I think it was made by Denso. I contacted them a year or so ago and they said it was made for BMW and not available for sale. Currently my AC has the same issue, pretty certain it is low on freon as the VR i...

Glad you got it solved, that could have been bad! Years ago when Al radiators first came out they gave a lot of trouble because people used a phosphate antifreeze in them. It would react and cause AL/phosphate deposits. I only use BMW antifreeze (phosphate free) mixed with distilled water. For some ...

Thanks Chuck, that would make sense. The system has enough charge to run one but not both. I know the previous owner replaced something he called the suction throttle valve. He put a lot of effort into getting the AC right. May just be down on the charge a little.

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Drove the M6 today and used the ac. The rear ac blew very cold, but the front was hit or miss. No matter where I dialed the front temo knob the ac just didnt get very cold in the front. Seemed to work better if I turned the rear temp up about half way. i am thinking the front temp controller knob is...

do you have 12v at the terminal where the bulb plugs into the OBC?

Lots of various aftermarket floats available. I cant recall what the e24 level looks like but if all you need is a float, it shouldnt be too hard to find something you can adapt.

Found this video that may be helpful to repair:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OXdkznEILw

I drove my 87 last night and noticed the lights on the OBC buttons were not working. No issues with the LCD or backlight, just the buttons were dark. I did some reading and there is a small twist dash type bulb that does the button lights on the back of the OBC. I tried to remove it through the radi...

Very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We all go through tough times and sometimes all we can do, is to do the next right thing. Delayed decals? So what. Glad you are finding a path back to peace. Wish I could buy you a beer.

Also got an email that my ordered has shipped.

I am sorry to hear of his Fathers passing. I recall him mentioning it to me over a year ago. Hopefully things will get to a new normal for him and he can begin shipping some old orders.

I have been waiting for close to a year. I did get one order from him about a year ago and placed another and havent heard back from him. We exchanged emails a couple of times and he was having family health problems. Seemed like a nice guy, hope all is well. I wish there were other vendors for the ...

to upload a picture click the "attachment" tab below the text box area. There is a size limit so you may have to resize the file. HTH

I ordered and received a set for my 87 m6. The quality appears top notch. I started to install them, but I just wasnt in the mood for the project. My rubber is very stiff but not cracked. I was scared of messing something up during removal. Pretty sure the door cards need to be removed on my car. On...

I had a bmw that started running rough, very rich, hard to start and would run best under acceleration. It turned out to be a bad fuel pressure regulator on the fuel rail. May be worth checking out.

I would see if OEM springs are still available and how expensive they are. I think you need to go with lower springs and new (B8) shocks or keep your B4's and stick with OE springs.

got mine last week,they look very nice. Thanks again!