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by olympia57
Thu Feb 25, 2021 9:49 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Correct Driveshaft length?
Replies: 3
Views: 1692

Re: Correct Driveshaft length?

wattsmonkey (Rob) will be along directly and he'll answer your question .
by olympia57
Mon Feb 22, 2021 4:29 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Magnetic drain plugs
Replies: 5
Views: 2326

Re: Magnetic drain plugs

Yep ,As been said .
A couple of neodyiam magnets on the oil filter casing and sump .
by olympia57
Sat Feb 20, 2021 11:07 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .
Replies: 9
Views: 7439

Re: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .

Thank you Ralph , every photo tells a story ....... =D>
by olympia57
Fri Feb 19, 2021 8:37 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .
Replies: 9
Views: 7439

Re: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .

For a mid year 1981 looks like the one on the right. https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=5235-USA-05-1981-E24-BMW-633CSi&diagId=23_0383 Maybe you can match up part #'s Investigation continues. The part shown is for the twin mount bobbin 265/5 box whereas the correct one for mine shows...
by olympia57
Fri Feb 19, 2021 5:41 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .
Replies: 9
Views: 7439

Re: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .

For a mid year 1981 looks like the one on the right. https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=5235-USA-05-1981-E24-BMW-633CSi&diagId=23_0383 Maybe you can match up part #'s Much to my shame ,embarrassment and impatience ,I overlooked realoem... :oops: I think you may be correct . Thanks Don
by olympia57
Fri Feb 19, 2021 8:34 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .
Replies: 9
Views: 7439

Series one 265/6 gearbox x member .

Rob ( wattsmonkey ) on here has asked me a question that I am having difficulty answering . He has a choice of three 265/6 x members for me to fit same gearbox into my series one e12 based car . I've trawled the 'net but so far been unable to determine the correct or best one for the job . To those ...
by olympia57
Sun Feb 14, 2021 7:20 pm
Forum: Useful links
Topic: The Complete BMW Line Up - Spring 1981 w\ Prices
Replies: 6
Views: 9027

Re: The Complete BMW Line Up - Spring 1981 w\ Prices

To give you an idea of how long I've loved '80s BMWs, I bought this magazine brand new in March 1981 and still have it today, ..yes..40 years later! I was a kid living in London, UK at the time and Iit was bought with my 25pence allowance from my parents. Great memories! I have hundreds of brochure...
by olympia57
Sat Feb 06, 2021 6:33 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: UK asking prices for "restoration projects...................."
Replies: 19
Views: 9179

Re: UK asking prices for "restoration projects...................."

Here's another one, off the road for 7.5 years, non runner, asking price £4,500 :shock: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bmw-e24-635csi-auto/274671867004?hash=item3ff3b8147c:g:8-UAAOSw~gpgHGDz The flakes of rust on the ground on the rear photo would suggest that it would be prudent to check the underside...
by olympia57
Fri Jan 15, 2021 9:34 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Sean Connery’s BMW 635 is up for auction
Replies: 9
Views: 5409

Re: Sean Connery’s BMW 635 is up for auction

He had an E9 previously .
by olympia57
Mon Jan 11, 2021 3:38 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: door weatherstrips Front and rear window
Replies: 241
Views: 276398

Re: door weatherstrips Front and rear window

I can only say well done Ric .. =D> You were ( I believe ) the only source worldwide for these and it certainly made a huge difference to the finish and sealing properties of my car . I do hope it's economically viable to produce another batch as many more owners will be looking for these in the fut...
by olympia57
Sun Dec 27, 2020 11:53 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: New member to the forum.
Replies: 16
Views: 14140

Re: New member to the forum.

Superb ...car is looking absolutely great Rodger .
The window trims make such a difference to the finished job.
Keep the updates coming as there are very few project threads on here now .
Don
by olympia57
Thu Dec 03, 2020 11:07 pm
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: Wheel polishing media recommendations please...
Replies: 10
Views: 7064

Re: Wheel polishing media recommendations please...

Bobbo ,If your wheels have already been polished then then you really only want to remove the oxidisation on the surface and then bring up the shine again. I've polished many a wheel plus components and use what's known as mops and soap. The mops are used with a power drill and the soap ( polish ) i...
by olympia57
Wed Dec 02, 2020 10:04 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit
Replies: 20
Views: 8806

Re: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit

Boot ( trunk ) floor with spare wheel and petrol tank would prevent it being routed other than centre. I stand corrected .... :oops: My S1 exhaust does sweep to the left upon exit from the silencer . DSCF7680 (2).JPG Don, Your car looks very very nice from the back. It looks brand new. =D> Is that ...
by olympia57
Tue Dec 01, 2020 9:36 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit
Replies: 20
Views: 8806

Re: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit

olympia57 wrote: Sat Nov 07, 2020 7:54 pm Boot ( trunk ) floor with spare wheel and petrol tank would prevent it being routed other than centre.
I stand corrected .... :oops:
My S1 exhaust does sweep to the left upon exit from the silencer .
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by olympia57
Fri Nov 27, 2020 9:49 am
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS UK RHD M635 #076
Replies: 2
Views: 1708

Re: FS UK RHD M635 #076

No mention of the damage to the LH wing ...
Two new wings + all the remedial welding + finishing work + full windows out respray ain't going to be cheap if done properly .
What a truly beautiful colour combo though .
by olympia57
Fri Nov 20, 2020 12:46 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: S2 seats compatibility in S1?
Replies: 9
Views: 4453

Re: S2 seats compatibility in S1?

I'm anxious to ensure that I have given the correct answer to the OP's question and that if there is a difference between year models then I clarify what mine looks like . My car is a Oct '81 build / registered. The floor has two seperate internal cross members welded to tha actual floor . These X m...
by olympia57
Thu Nov 19, 2020 5:06 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: S2 seats compatibility in S1?
Replies: 9
Views: 4453

Re: S2 seats compatibility in S1?

Yes , bolt straight in .
I have fitted plates to allow my drivers seat to sit a further two inches rearwards to accomodate my 6' 4" frame but the standard bolt holes align.
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by olympia57
Wed Nov 18, 2020 10:12 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: I'll Be Busy For a While - 1979 Euro 635CSi (M90 Powered)
Replies: 70
Views: 28608

Re: I'll Be Busy For a While - 1979 Euro 635CSi (M90 Powered)

Great progress .
Nothing nicer than re fitting fresh or new parts back on a clean prepared car .
Looking forward to seeing it coming together .
Don
by olympia57
Tue Nov 17, 2020 10:11 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: 1988 M6 Widebody on Bring a Trailer - Unique Piece
Replies: 14
Views: 6501

Re: 1988 M6 Widebody on Bring a Trailer - Unique Piece

Not a fan of any type of add on body additions or modifications on the E24 I think you immediately lose the grace that abounds from the original design. I can admire the work and effort involved in this one but I'd rather have the body stock, plus there must be an enormous amount of bodyfiller on it...
by olympia57
Sat Nov 07, 2020 7:54 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit
Replies: 20
Views: 8806

Re: Series 1 central vs left side exhaust exit

Boot ( trunk ) floor with spare wheel and petrol tank would prevent it being routed other than centre.
by olympia57
Mon Oct 26, 2020 1:40 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: FS Denon Cassette Receiver DCR-5470
Replies: 9
Views: 4252

Re: FS Denon Cassette Receiver DCR-5470

That's a nice old player Ken and if you had been closer I 'd have had it .
FYI the cd 3.5mm socket will accept MP3 player input direct from a Ipod or similar giving you vintage looks with modern operation.
Win /win ....
GLWS
Don
by olympia57
Mon Oct 19, 2020 11:15 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Captcha security issue.
Replies: 4
Views: 3129

Re: Captcha security issue.

It must be an android thing Paul as it doesn't throw it up on my desk PC only my Ipad or phone ..
No solution yet . :evil:
by olympia57
Sun Oct 18, 2020 10:53 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Captcha security issue.
Replies: 4
Views: 3129

Re: Captcha security issue.

I've just opened over 25 sites with no problem.
I'll look into it tomorrow .
Thanks