mwrench subframe fix.
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Tacking on to this thread. Just ordered a kit and per Ed's note he just finished a batch and can ship quickly.
www.mwrench.com
Thanks
Scott
www.mwrench.com
Thanks
Scott
1988 M6
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
I bought one of these and still have not fitted it.
My garage wouldn't fit it as it entailed drilling out the hole in the lower subframe hole.
I was led to believe it was a 'tight' friction fit.
When the car was up on the ramp I had a look at how it fitted and had to agree with my mechanic, the discrepancy in diameters was measurable in millimetres !!
Has any one else had to drill out or file out the lower hole.
A bit disappointed
Had to solve problem by garage doing an awkward welding job on top fitting.
My garage wouldn't fit it as it entailed drilling out the hole in the lower subframe hole.
I was led to believe it was a 'tight' friction fit.
When the car was up on the ramp I had a look at how it fitted and had to agree with my mechanic, the discrepancy in diameters was measurable in millimetres !!
Has any one else had to drill out or file out the lower hole.
A bit disappointed
Had to solve problem by garage doing an awkward welding job on top fitting.
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Mine went in, years ago, with a small ball peen hammer. Tapping not going neanderthal on it. Drove the car for a while before welding it with no issues.
Ross
'84 633 Dinan turbo
'84 633 Dinan turbo
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
no problem at all installing mine. Perfect fit.
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Has anyone heard that Ed is still selling these?
I emailed him a couple of weeks ago, but no reply yet.
I emailed him a couple of weeks ago, but no reply yet.
04/1986 635csi Euro spec
Australian Delivered, RHD
Australian Delivered, RHD
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Long awaited update
I spoke to Ed last night and we are making arrangements to have the plans/drawings available after making a "small" donation to the Big Coupe website
Brian is working on getting the donation button working again and once that's up and running, I'll get the drawings from Ed and we will handle this on a "one at a time" basis until if/when we can make the process automated. For the short term, once the donation is made, Brian would notify me and I would send out the drawings directly, most likely using email
Ed was talking about even providing the lathe program, not sure about that, however
More to follow, we will put up this info as a sticky
I spoke to Ed last night and we are making arrangements to have the plans/drawings available after making a "small" donation to the Big Coupe website
Brian is working on getting the donation button working again and once that's up and running, I'll get the drawings from Ed and we will handle this on a "one at a time" basis until if/when we can make the process automated. For the short term, once the donation is made, Brian would notify me and I would send out the drawings directly, most likely using email
Ed was talking about even providing the lathe program, not sure about that, however
More to follow, we will put up this info as a sticky
Bobbo
1980 633 CSi Cypress Green/Pearl Beige
2017 X5 M Sport Xdrive 35i Carbon Black/Ivory White
2005 330 Ci ZHP Cabrio Imola Red/Bone/Black
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
This is good news. Great to hear that Ed is ok and back on deck again, and that obtaining a kit is looking possible. Been following this for a while and hoping a fix would appear. Count me in for a donation for the drawings!
Thanks, Nathan
Thanks, Nathan
1986 635CSI, alpine white, Getrag CR, Australian delivery
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3, Zambezi silver, TDV6, manual
2005 Land Rover Discovery 3, Zambezi silver, TDV6, manual
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Is this still going? Would like to get a kit if still available.
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Well, Ed went silent on me again, guess I need to reach out to him, again
I'll give him a shout tomorrow and report back
I'll give him a shout tomorrow and report back
Bobbo
1980 633 CSi Cypress Green/Pearl Beige
2017 X5 M Sport Xdrive 35i Carbon Black/Ivory White
2005 330 Ci ZHP Cabrio Imola Red/Bone/Black
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Where are you? I have some available in UK.
They are ALWAYS rustier than you thought!!!!!!
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
That's a nice piece from I.E
I can actually make this at home on my lathe, so will give it a shot.
Yasin
I can actually make this at home on my lathe, so will give it a shot.
Yasin
Yasin
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Thanks! Think IE only had the kit for the early E24 last I looked.
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Not sure. I have the mwrench in mine.
Their website did have it listed under
E28/Late E24 Suspension & Steering
...but I haven't confirmed
Their website did have it listed under
E28/Late E24 Suspension & Steering
...but I haven't confirmed
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Re: mwrench subframe fix.
At long last, we have come to a final solution to the supply of the Mwrench steering box reinforcement kits
They are currently available for immediate shipment from the following shop, located in San Mateo, CA
Name: The Studio Presents
PH: 408-596-9189
Email: info@thestudiopresents
Instagram: TheStudioPresents
Website: https://www.thestudiopresents.com/
The price for the kit is a very reasonable $60 (USD) plus sales tax (this is CA, you know ) and applicable shipping, which they estimate to be around $10 for domestic delivery and $25 for international shipments
My apologies in advance for this process to take so long, but please note that Ed has had some medical issues, got things resolved and was able to nail down what he considers a reputable shop to take over the reins
If you do indeed contact them, please let them know that you are a member of Big Coupe
They are currently available for immediate shipment from the following shop, located in San Mateo, CA
Name: The Studio Presents
PH: 408-596-9189
Email: info@thestudiopresents
Instagram: TheStudioPresents
Website: https://www.thestudiopresents.com/
The price for the kit is a very reasonable $60 (USD) plus sales tax (this is CA, you know ) and applicable shipping, which they estimate to be around $10 for domestic delivery and $25 for international shipments
My apologies in advance for this process to take so long, but please note that Ed has had some medical issues, got things resolved and was able to nail down what he considers a reputable shop to take over the reins
If you do indeed contact them, please let them know that you are a member of Big Coupe
Bobbo
1980 633 CSi Cypress Green/Pearl Beige
2017 X5 M Sport Xdrive 35i Carbon Black/Ivory White
2005 330 Ci ZHP Cabrio Imola Red/Bone/Black
Re: mwrench subframe fix.
Thanks so much for setting this up for future E24 enthusiasts.
Scott
Scott
1988 M6