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by wattsmonkey
Sun Jan 30, 2022 12:18 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M30 intake manifold
Replies: 5
Views: 1515

Re: M30 intake manifold

I dare say it will fit, but you want the other one! - the very last M90s (running the 002 Bosch ecu IIRC) had the M30 B34 manifold fitted, with 3.2/3.5 on the vertical part of the inlet. I'm in the UK and I've got a spare one or two of these, plus a spare earlier M90 "banana" inlet if of a...
by wattsmonkey
Wed Jan 26, 2022 7:59 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Motor mount replacement interval?
Replies: 29
Views: 9590

Re: Motor mount replacement interval?

Cylindrical one on passenger and driver's side of all cars I've owned except the M, and that had the reinforced metal one on rh side only. Different part number for M r/h mount as well, although it looks identical to reinforced ones in your picture. cylindrical ones tend to look like The Cat in the ...
by wattsmonkey
Wed Jan 12, 2022 7:25 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: No Crack - Melted Fuse
Replies: 5
Views: 1404

Re: No Crack - Melted Fuse

Oh nice! I didn't know it was a split box. Will do and report back. Looking back at some old photos I was wrong in saying that the case splits .... :oops: If you detach it from it's mounting to the inner wing and invert it you will expose the soldered joints I speak off. Don You're right with the S...
by wattsmonkey
Sat Nov 13, 2021 6:04 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Brucey Update
Replies: 21
Views: 8403

Re: Brucey Update

Sorry Pod, I missed this! He's struggling a bit, to be honest. The plan to visit him in October fell through due to Covid here, so I've only had brief conversations with him. There hasn't been the progress he'd have liked and that is frustrating him. Naturally, he was well-equipped to educate me on ...
by wattsmonkey
Sat Nov 13, 2021 5:57 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M90 motronic rotor adapter
Replies: 4
Views: 1284

Re: M90 motronic rotor adapter

Thank you, you've got me thinking now!

Cheers,

Rob
by wattsmonkey
Fri Nov 05, 2021 6:16 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M90 motronic rotor adapter
Replies: 4
Views: 1284

Re: M90 motronic rotor adapter

Thank you, I suspected it might be a little more involved! I'm told the profile of the B35 cam is very similar to the Hartge one suitable for the M90, so it might work out okay in any case.
by wattsmonkey
Wed Nov 03, 2021 8:22 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M90 motronic rotor adapter
Replies: 4
Views: 1284

M90 motronic rotor adapter

Hi chaps,

If I wanted to run an M90 on Motronic, is this the adapter I need? I know I'll need a different upper timing chain cover and rocker cover too - but this is the part I'm most interested in.

Many thanks,

Rob
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by wattsmonkey
Thu Oct 07, 2021 6:34 am
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short
Replies: 3
Views: 1126

Re: Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short

That is so helpful!

Thank you,

Rob
by wattsmonkey
Tue Oct 05, 2021 12:16 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short
Replies: 3
Views: 1126

Re: Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short

Original hose marked 1284598 phx4875, but that doesn't yield any results. Here's a picture to better illustrate: hose.jpg As you can see, I've had to route "Shorty" over the top of the PAS/bomb plumbing. Better to go with short and stretched, or long and old if I can't get the right hose? ...
by wattsmonkey
Mon Oct 04, 2021 8:11 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short
Replies: 3
Views: 1126

Coolant hose to expansion tank - too short

Hi chaps, I've just refurbed the cooling system in the project car with the kit from W&N. The hose, the one that tees off under the intake manifold to attach to the underside of the expansion tank, part number 11531272835, is the right shape, but too short, meaning the hoses running under the ma...
by wattsmonkey
Mon Sep 20, 2021 8:56 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Brucey's car on ebay classified
Replies: 14
Views: 3280

Re: Brucey's car on ebay classified

Pod wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 10:36 pm Looks like the new(est) owner likes his BMWs. Its a shame that it appears the original purchaser flipped it, but I guess it wasn't over-priced and once a car is sold, it is up to the purchaser to do what he wants with it :(
You're right, Pod. He hit the polisher hard, in any case!
by wattsmonkey
Sat Sep 18, 2021 5:02 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Brucey's car on ebay classified
Replies: 14
Views: 3280

Re: Brucey's car on ebay classified

That's not the chap who bought it!
by wattsmonkey
Tue Sep 07, 2021 5:40 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Brucey's car on ebay classified
Replies: 14
Views: 3280

Re: Brucey's car on ebay classified

New owner assured me he’s joining the forum.
by wattsmonkey
Mon Sep 06, 2021 9:16 pm
Forum: Cars and Parts for sale
Topic: Brucey's car on ebay classified
Replies: 14
Views: 3280

Re: Brucey's car on ebay classified

Now sold, hoping buyer will be joining the forum
by wattsmonkey
Sun Sep 05, 2021 12:23 pm
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Brucey Update
Replies: 21
Views: 8403

Re: Brucey Update

Thank you, everyone - I'll pass on your best wishes. I'll be going to see him in a few weeks.

The Brucemobile is now on ebay - I've posted a link in the For Sale section.

Cheers,

Rob
by wattsmonkey
Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:32 am
Forum: The Saloon
Topic: Brucey Update
Replies: 21
Views: 8403

Brucey Update

I finally got to see him! Visiting at the hospital was not possible, with two nominated visitors only. He has been moved to a care home, which does allow for visitors, but is obviously less than ideal. I'm trying to tread a fine line between respecting his privacy and keeping you good people up-to-d...
by wattsmonkey
Thu Jul 22, 2021 2:12 pm
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: BBS Style 5 Centercaps
Replies: 14
Views: 6208

Re: BBS Style 5 Centercaps

Did your wheels still have the paint on the rims?
by wattsmonkey
Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:11 am
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: BBS Style 5 Centercaps
Replies: 14
Views: 6208

Re: BBS Style 5 Centercaps

BenM635i wrote: Fri Jul 09, 2021 4:07 pm Lovely set of wheels Rob. The big question is.. are they already shiny with nice bolts or is sir planning a few weekends with the metal polish and cloths?
Ha! E39 fronts are in usual parlous state - will need to get busy polishing and doing my best to replicate diamond cut finish on the E31s.
by wattsmonkey
Thu Jul 08, 2021 5:49 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Underbonnet (hood) water deflectors.
Replies: 22
Views: 6068

Re: Underbonnet (hood) water deflectors.

This sounds very exciting!
by wattsmonkey
Thu Jul 08, 2021 5:47 pm
Forum: Tires and Wheels
Topic: BBS Style 5 Centercaps
Replies: 14
Views: 6208

Re: BBS Style 5 Centercaps

Brand new only £100 or so for a set - a rare bargain in the BMW world! For what it's worth, you've got the same set up that I'm using on my 635 - the ET20 Rc090s perfect for the front; ET10 RC009s on the back to fill the arches - the 10mm makes all the difference. Even better, I took my time and pic...
by wattsmonkey
Sun May 23, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Cupholder installation - series 1
Replies: 10
Views: 4536

Re: Cupholder installation - series 1

That is just brilliant! Made me smile, too (and want a beer).
by wattsmonkey
Sun May 23, 2021 6:59 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: M6 Brakes sticking
Replies: 19
Views: 6370

Re: M6 Brakes sticking

Is there a rotor that is hotter than the others? I had a sticky rear caliper that had just got gunked up and needed a clean and new seals - I knew it was that one as rotor too hot to touch on that side after drive with draggy feel to brakes in traffic.
by wattsmonkey
Thu May 20, 2021 7:13 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Throttle Position Sensor
Replies: 1
Views: 2157

Re: Throttle Position Sensor

Here's an extract from the excellent motronic no-start guide from Hi Performance store - you'll find the whole thing with pictures with digging. I converted my burgundy car to manual and kept the auto trans TPS with no ill effects. Hope this helps to identify the problem before going down the parts ...
by wattsmonkey
Sun May 16, 2021 5:36 pm
Forum: Engine - Mechanical - Electrical
Topic: Fixed - M88 Rough Idle, Noise, Vibration till warm.
Replies: 10
Views: 3848

Re: Fixed - M88 Rough Idle, Noise, Vibration till warm.

Glad you got that sorted before expensive damage!