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by sansouci
Thu Sep 29, 2022 4:43 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Parts suppliers
Replies: 9
Views: 2738

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...
by sansouci
Thu Sep 29, 2022 2:03 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Flood cars
Replies: 2
Views: 1554

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...
by sansouci
Thu Sep 29, 2022 1:55 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Brucey Update
Replies: 21
Views: 8396

Re: Brucey Update

Rob
Is Brucy able to read our posts and best wishes on bigcoupe?
by sansouci
Wed Sep 14, 2022 12:50 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: Subframe Bushing - Source of Clunk Noise
Replies: 11
Views: 2390

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.
by sansouci
Mon Sep 12, 2022 2:32 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Brucey Update
Replies: 21
Views: 8396

Re: Brucey Update

Let us know how he's doing
by sansouci
Tue Aug 23, 2022 1:14 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Floorboard Rust Repair
Replies: 3
Views: 945

Re: Floorboard Rust Repair

Anyone make patch panels for this repair?
by sansouci
Wed Aug 17, 2022 1:38 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Paint Estimate?
Replies: 10
Views: 2622

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.
by sansouci
Tue Aug 16, 2022 1:24 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

Re: 1984 633CSi Rises again!

Ralph,
Your generosity is a lesson to all of us. Well done!
by sansouci
Sun Aug 14, 2022 11:53 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Mystery fuel tank/accumulator.
Replies: 6
Views: 809

Re: Mystery fuel tank/accumulator.

If it's empty, it's not a filter. Does your car have the carbon filled fuel vapor accumulator?
by sansouci
Sun Aug 14, 2022 11:48 pm
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

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.
by sansouci
Wed Aug 10, 2022 7:15 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fire. Tragedy. :(
Replies: 9
Views: 1221

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?
by sansouci
Wed Aug 10, 2022 7:03 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Parts suppliers
Replies: 9
Views: 2738

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.
by sansouci
Mon Aug 08, 2022 10:35 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: Lapis Rescue - '83 633csi - euro conversion
Replies: 61
Views: 10822

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.
by sansouci
Mon Aug 08, 2022 10:08 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Removing seat when motor is inoperable
Replies: 4
Views: 1173

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.
by sansouci
Sat Jul 30, 2022 12:11 am
Forum: Useful links
Topic: Original 1983 and 1984 M635CSi Road Test Scans
Replies: 3
Views: 2379

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.
by sansouci
Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:10 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Louvers?
Replies: 8
Views: 1562

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...
by sansouci
Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:02 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Ron was right, they are rustier than you thought :(
Replies: 6
Views: 3611

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...
by sansouci
Sun Jul 24, 2022 1:27 am
Forum: The Workshop
Topic: How to refinish this type of bench top...
Replies: 18
Views: 5539

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.
by sansouci
Sun Jul 24, 2022 1:18 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fuel Filter Bracket
Replies: 3
Views: 1609

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.
by sansouci
Tue Jul 12, 2022 1:04 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

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
by sansouci
Sun Jul 10, 2022 4:03 pm
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

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
by sansouci
Sat Jul 09, 2022 9:19 pm
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

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
by sansouci
Fri Jun 24, 2022 1:05 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Drowned Shark (Australian floods)
Replies: 6
Views: 2448

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.
by sansouci
Sat Jun 18, 2022 11:13 am
Forum: My Project
Topic: 1984 633CSi Rises again!
Replies: 1179
Views: 452310

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 ...
by sansouci
Fri Jun 17, 2022 9:50 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: I've turned into a flockoholic!!! Glove box redo
Replies: 16
Views: 3897

Re: I've turned into a flockoholic!!! Glove box redo

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
Burt,
Was that in NYC or AZ?