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- Thu Sep 29, 2022 4:43 pm
- Forum: The Saloon
- Topic: Parts suppliers
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2813
Re: Parts suppliers Rockauto
I recently read how Rockauto works. Their website is an aggregation of dealers and distributors. That's why you see shipping from multiple warehouses. But at least you get options as to manufacturers and brands. All of it gets shipped from that local warehouse. As to applicability, you are dependent...
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 2:03 am
- Forum: The Saloon
- Topic: Flood cars
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1590
Flood cars
I'm watching the disaster of hurricane Ian in south Florida. I've gone to see a number of car collections in prior years and was planning to see a few more this winter (AACA Winter Nationals in Miami) plus the frequent Cars N Coffee events. But seeing floating and flooded cars (and even fire engines...
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 1:55 am
- Forum: The Saloon
- Topic: Brucey Update
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8532
Re: Brucey Update
Rob
Is Brucy able to read our posts and best wishes on bigcoupe?
Is Brucy able to read our posts and best wishes on bigcoupe?
- Wed Sep 14, 2022 12:50 am
- Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
- Topic: Subframe Bushing - Source of Clunk Noise
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2477
Re: Subframe Bushing - Source of Clunk Noise
Ever try to mount a goPro type camera to check your suspension movement? Might be useful. BTW the news has everyone leaving California. No water, no electricity, too hot, etc. Good luck with the move.
- Mon Sep 12, 2022 2:32 am
- Forum: The Saloon
- Topic: Brucey Update
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8532
Re: Brucey Update
Let us know how he's doing
- Tue Aug 23, 2022 1:14 am
- Forum: Exterior
- Topic: Floorboard Rust Repair
- Replies: 3
- Views: 979
Re: Floorboard Rust Repair
Anyone make patch panels for this repair?
- Wed Aug 17, 2022 1:38 am
- Forum: Exterior
- Topic: Paint Estimate?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2692
Re: Paint Estimate?
Not bad from my perspective. I had an estimate 3 years ago for $20k of which $5 was materials, $10k labor and $5 for contingencies such as parts, hidden rust repairs, etc. This was on Long Island, a high cost area and it was a reputable restoration shop.
- Tue Aug 16, 2022 1:24 am
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Ralph,
Your generosity is a lesson to all of us. Well done!
Your generosity is a lesson to all of us. Well done!
- Sun Aug 14, 2022 11:53 pm
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Mystery fuel tank/accumulator.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 862
Re: Mystery fuel tank/accumulator.
If it's empty, it's not a filter. Does your car have the carbon filled fuel vapor accumulator?
- Sun Aug 14, 2022 11:48 pm
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
I have Hagerty insurance. In some states they will give the policy holder the agreed value and if you elect this option (but not in NY), the insured can keep the car. But in that case the owner may end up with a "Salvage Title" I think you have avoided that last problem.
- Wed Aug 10, 2022 7:15 am
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fire. Tragedy. :(
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1283
Re: Fire. Tragedy. :(
Kudos to your local FD for limiting the loss. It could have been far worse. What was the suspected failure point to keep the pump running? Ignition switch? Relay in the ebox?
- Wed Aug 10, 2022 7:03 am
- Forum: The Saloon
- Topic: Parts suppliers
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2813
Re: Parts suppliers
I like the way Rockauto give you a choice of the supplier in most cases to avoid the truly terrible ones. I have also ordered from BMW of South Atlanta for BMW/OEM parts.
- Mon Aug 08, 2022 10:35 am
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: Lapis Rescue - '83 633csi - euro conversion
- Replies: 63
- Views: 11374
Re: Lapis Rescue - '83 633csi - euro conversion starting July '22
The lesson on these rescues is to use your Hagerty or AAA towing benefit to flatbed the car to a safe spot or home garage. The couple of $$ is really worth it.
- Mon Aug 08, 2022 10:08 am
- Forum: Interior
- Topic: Removing seat when motor is inoperable
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1214
Re: Removing seat when motor is inoperable
If you can get a screw extractor into the square drive you can fit a small socket over the other end of the extractor if I understand the problem.
- Sat Jul 30, 2022 12:11 am
- Forum: Useful links
- Topic: Original 1983 and 1984 M635CSi Road Test Scans
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2482
Re: Original 1983 and 1984 M635CSi Road Test Scans
I've been cleaning out my R&T , C&D and Car Life collection after saving them for over 40 years. But I have been cutting out relevant stories BMW, Datsun Z cars, Chevelle Super Sports) and will scan the BMW ones for the BC crowd.
Re: Louvers?
Rather than going up into a high pressure area at the scuttle, how about exiting aft of the front wheels. NACA style ducts come to mind. Also look at the 1955 MB 300SL. You might try the wool knitting thread analysis. We did that with tell-tails on my racing boat (J-24 for you sailors) to optimize a...
- Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:02 pm
- Forum: Exterior
- Topic: Ron was right, they are rustier than you thought :(
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3674
Re: Ron was right, they are rustier than you thought :(
Now that you've treated the inside, what is the plan for the exterior? I'm thinking of SEM Trim Black Matte. I think I will use it on plastic parts in the engine compartment such as the air cleaner box cover. There are 4 related products from SEM: SEM Soap, SEM Plastic Prep, SEM Adhesion Promoter an...
- Sun Jul 24, 2022 1:27 am
- Forum: The Workshop
- Topic: How to refinish this type of bench top...
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5737
Re: How to refinish this type of bench top...
I would go with Formica or its equivalent. Will not absorb oil and is scuff resistant, but not scuff proof. A sheet of it, contact cement and a router edge trimmer. Many places sell laminated countertops with readymade edges and backsplashes that can be a workbench.
- Sun Jul 24, 2022 1:18 am
- Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
- Topic: Fuel Filter Bracket
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1649
Re: Fuel Filter Bracket
I just went through a filter change. Don't forget the rubber damper ring around the filter when installing the new ones.
- Tue Jul 12, 2022 1:04 am
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Song,
My shaft seal is leaking on the other side which only has the shaft but no control rod. I will replace both at the same time for good measure. I've been looking at a Hakko or knock off station that is temperature controlled with a variety of tips and of course a strong magnifier.
Regards,
Ken
My shaft seal is leaking on the other side which only has the shaft but no control rod. I will replace both at the same time for good measure. I've been looking at a Hakko or knock off station that is temperature controlled with a variety of tips and of course a strong magnifier.
Regards,
Ken
- Sun Jul 10, 2022 4:03 pm
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Song,
When you replaced the transmission cross shaft seal, was there a nut or washer to hold the seal in place? Mine is leaking and it doesn't look like it has either. Let me know as I have the seals.
Ken
When you replaced the transmission cross shaft seal, was there a nut or washer to hold the seal in place? Mine is leaking and it doesn't look like it has either. Let me know as I have the seals.
Ken
- Sat Jul 09, 2022 9:19 pm
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Song,
What soldering station did you use to make your circuit board repairs? I hope the body work is moving ahead successfully. We're all praying for you.
Ken
What soldering station did you use to make your circuit board repairs? I hope the body work is moving ahead successfully. We're all praying for you.
Ken
- Fri Jun 24, 2022 1:05 am
- Forum: Gallery
- Topic: Drowned Shark (Australian floods)
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2524
Re: Drowned Shark (Australian floods)
With Hagerty insurance in some states, you can reclaim the vehicle from them for a nominal deduction from the proceeds. Not however in New York. Insurance is regulated state-by-state.
- Sat Jun 18, 2022 11:13 am
- Forum: My Project
- Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
- Replies: 1179
- Views: 465960
Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Song, Pre-pandemic I had a quote to do a full repaint with all the glass out for $20k. Of that, $5k was for materials, $10k for labor and $5k for parts such as trims, seals and unknowns. You may be able to paint the hood, nose and fender yourself. This time work in a paint booth to control the dust ...
- Fri Jun 17, 2022 9:50 pm
- Forum: Interior
- Topic: I've turned into a flockoholic!!! Glove box redo
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4038
Re: I've turned into a flockoholic!!! Glove box redo
Burt,bpoliakoff wrote: ↑Thu Sep 16, 2021 2:35 am Years ago during the resto of an Etype, I took the glove box into a company that did merchandising displays for retail stores. They "flocked me " for $25
Something to think about as they have the machine to do it perfect
Was that in NYC or AZ?