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by sharkfan
Thu Apr 28, 2005 9:13 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Auto Tranny No Reverse '85 635CSI
Replies: 11
Views: 5860

The reason this is probably not a good idea is that the friction plates give off wear debris that degrades the oil and clogs the filter. This is perfectly normal. When you change the oil and filter you remove all this rubbish. Why would you want all this crap floating around in your gearbox instead...
by sharkfan
Thu Apr 28, 2005 3:15 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: front and rear calipers
Replies: 30
Views: 15206

You should only sweat for a little while.....isn't there some law that states you should be informed of the offence within 1 calender month.... And even then, should more than one person be insured to drive the car (and possibly been driving it that day) you can choose the Deputy Chief Constable Def...
by sharkfan
Thu Apr 28, 2005 6:02 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: 1985 M635CSi - my Great White Shark
Replies: 42
Views: 34115

I'm still mulling over clear lenses though............opinions ??? Just do it. You know it makes sense..... But it can't be just the front lenses, you'd have to follow with the side repeaters and then of course the rear lenses.........and that's before I decide which car..........and I suspect the ...
by sharkfan
Thu Apr 28, 2005 5:55 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Some more pics.
Replies: 13
Views: 8244

I'd check in under the bootlid for fixing points before even considering removal, but even if you want to take it off there will a significant difference in the patina, colour and condition of the paint in underneath the spoiler. I'd stay with it and buy the BMW rubber preservative (or another top a...
by sharkfan
Thu Apr 28, 2005 5:48 am
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: front and rear calipers
Replies: 30
Views: 15206

Where did I put that spare blue flashing light.......
..........Spare !!!!!! :shock: You have more than one ??????
They are left and right handed...bleeder will pointing in the wrong direction if theyare not properly installed.
Steve
Of course :oops: :D
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 27, 2005 9:20 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: 1985 M635CSi - my Great White Shark
Replies: 42
Views: 34115

hi sharkfan, looking good mate, so you have 2 6r's then, lucky you, and them wheels look spot on. you can't beat chrome on a six later joe Mmm, guess I'm lucky to have a pair, until they both start playing up :shock: The blue 635 I've had for about seven years now, and I've just finished a small pa...
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 27, 2005 8:57 pm
Forum: Suspension - Steering - Brakes
Topic: front and rear calipers
Replies: 30
Views: 15206

I'd like to second the use of Road Angels as a device for...........lets face it, spotting speed cameras and traps, but is there some back story that Horsetan and Dvae know about............. 110 mph is generally reckoned to be a license loser......unless you're a Policeman or a Politician.............
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 27, 2005 9:51 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: 1985 M635CSi - my Great White Shark
Replies: 42
Views: 34115

1985 M635CSi - my Great White Shark

Hi,

this is my 1985 M635CSi in Alpine White with Taurus Red leather. I've had it for about 8 months and it's an absolute dream to drive. Hope you approve.
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 27, 2005 5:49 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: UK Newbie - Help Required
Replies: 13
Views: 6202

Fingers crossed for you, do like the white. Sharkfan has a white chrome bumper M635csi & that also looks stunning.
:oops: Shucks......

Guess that means I should post pictures......

When I remember how :?
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 27, 2005 5:01 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fuel warning lamp
Replies: 22
Views: 9929

i pity the fule who corrects my spelling

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Carrie wins this round, I LMAO for ages :D :D :D
by sharkfan
Tue Apr 26, 2005 8:37 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Some more pics.
Replies: 13
Views: 8244

If you're gonna keep it, get some top class rubber preservative on it....that early rubber doesn't like the heat or the cold.

Sharkfan.
by sharkfan
Tue Apr 26, 2005 8:34 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: This is the free one.
Replies: 2
Views: 3197

Oh, there are very much nicer freebies around.............. :wink: :lol:

but that's about the nicest free car I've EVER seen 8)

Nice ride
by sharkfan
Tue Apr 26, 2005 6:00 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: updated pic's
Replies: 14
Views: 10120

Hi Joe, What's the ride like on those 18's ? Is the 225/40 profile the optimum for the rim or could you have gone a little fatter for a little more comfort, maybe a 235/45 ? Do you get much tramlining or suspension jarring over the back roads? Sorry for so many questions, but your ride looks the bus...
by sharkfan
Tue Apr 26, 2005 5:49 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: updated pic's
Replies: 14
Views: 10120

Sharkfan - guess too many beers to have made it on Sunday? Not really, but we had a house guest who Trudy said "was suffering a little PMT"............ :? I reckon she was just plain bananas (the guest, not my good lady), anyway the upshot was a very late night, 4 a.m., discussing her var...
by sharkfan
Tue Apr 26, 2005 5:42 am
Forum: Gallery
Topic: My 84 E24 (633 w/ 3.5L) Daily Driver - 1st Post
Replies: 4
Views: 3969

Nice lookin' ride Jim 8)
by sharkfan
Mon Apr 25, 2005 2:32 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: updated pic's
Replies: 14
Views: 10120

Fantastic looking ride - and I love those wheels 8)

What are the sizes/tyres/offsets etc?

Sharkfan
by sharkfan
Mon Apr 25, 2005 7:45 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Rough Idle, But Great Performance
Replies: 12
Views: 8349

It's fixed :D

Sometimes sixers don't reveal how they got fixed - but if they're going well that's all we ask :lol:

Sharkfan
by sharkfan
Sat Apr 23, 2005 10:07 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fuel warning lamp
Replies: 22
Views: 9929

After a few years the gauges can be wildly out - I think I can remember the lamp working on the Highline - but the gauge is a long long way down when it does.
by sharkfan
Sat Apr 23, 2005 5:49 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: My free six.
Replies: 4
Views: 3370

Cool Boss 8)

I'd always hoped my bosses would give me a free car.............instaed of a kick in the ass :evil:

Welcome to the forum :D

Sharkfan :twisted:
by sharkfan
Fri Apr 22, 2005 6:33 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Bought a Euro bumper on Ebay
Replies: 19
Views: 10849

Chevale, That's an interesting looking spoiler you've got there - I'd hazard a guess to say an early aftermarket that's been very well thought out - cut-outs for for fog lamps, cooling intakes for brake cooling and and a big lower lip acting like a splitter. I's a real nice looking piece. Are there ...
by sharkfan
Thu Apr 21, 2005 4:28 pm
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Pictures of Racing 6ers
Replies: 14
Views: 10534

Love that JPS 8)
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 20, 2005 8:38 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Shark tactics?
Replies: 12
Views: 5620

Dead right about the K-series engine - expert analysis concluded that nearly all of the blow-ups were due to sub-standard aftermarket pieces whereas the factory bits were of the highest quality. I can't comment about having owned or overly spannered a Rover because no matter how technically good the...
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 20, 2005 6:06 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Shark tactics?
Replies: 12
Views: 5620

I'm hoping the DTI Inquisition might uncover things about the Phoenix 4;

I feel dreadful for all the employees in Longbridge and the connected companies but at the end of the day the cars simply weren't good enough for too long.... :roll:
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 20, 2005 4:10 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Re-colouring leather
Replies: 11
Views: 7905

Re-colouring leather

Has anyone got experience of succesfully re-colouring leather or plastic interior parts - I'm about to embark on re-colouring some rear headrests from biege to taurus red - so far I'm looking at Bradleys Plastic and Leather Finishers as (highly) recommended by a reputable local car trimmer and re-up...
by sharkfan
Wed Apr 20, 2005 7:02 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: 635 Cold Start valve
Replies: 4
Views: 5205

Hi, Just to finish the thread off - the initial symptoms were a worsening idle and increasing fuel consumption following running quite low on fuel. The problem was eventually revealed - when the suction noise got loud enough to trace - as a split 3-way hose running from the inlet manifold to the idl...